Parks & Recreation Department 2013 Summer Activity Guide

Parks & Recreation Department 2013 Summer Activity Guide Recreation Facility Construction and Renovation begins Fall 2013 City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department 315 East Palm Drive Phone: (956) 381-5631 Fax: (956) 292-2131 Web Site: www.cityofedinburg.com

2 Table of Contents general information General Information... Page 2 The offices of the Parks & Recreation Department are located on 315 E. Palm Drive, Edinburg. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The City of Edinburg is a progressive organization focused on meeting the needs of the community and providing an exceptionally high quality of life. The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing citizens of all ages the opportunity to enjoy leisure activities in a unique relaxed setting, which emphasizes preservation of open spaces, high quality facilities, and an excellent variety of recreational programs. Our office number is 381-5631. Your City Administration, the Parks & Recreation Advisory Board and the professional staff invite each and every citizen to get involved. Mayor Richard Garcia Council Member Agustine Gus Garcia parks and Recreation Advisory Board Members Roman Rodriguez...President Veronica Saenz... Vice-President Homer Jasso...Member John Trevino...Member Joe Rios...Member Dr. Martin Castillo...Member Joe Filoteo...Member Harvey Rodriguez...Member E.C.I.S.D. Board of Trustees Juan Sonny Palacios... President Dr. Martin Castillo... Vice-President Jaime Solis... Secretary Carmen Gonzalez... Member David Torres... Member Jaime R. Chavana... Member Robert Pena Jr.... Member E.C.I.S.D. Administration Dr. Rene Gutierrez...E.C.I.S.D. Superintendent Mario H. Salinas... Assistant Superintendent Dr. Rebecca Morrison... Assistant Superintendent Maria L. Guerra... Assistant Superintendent Recreation department Mark Lozano...Recreation Manager Ramiro Moreno...Superintendent of Recreation Frank Carmona...Superintendent of Aquatics Martin Martinez...Sr. Supervisor of Recreation Community Service Department Luis Rodriguez...Director of Community Services Jesse Lopez... Superintendent of Parks J.J. Casas...Superintendent of Right of Way Nick Hernandez... Superintendent of Building Maintenance Marisa Oliva...World Birding Center Manager Mayor, City Council, Administration Council Member Elias Longoria, Jr. Council Member Homer Jasso, Jr. Council Member J.R. Betancourt City Manager Ramiro Garza Jr. Assistant City Manager Frank X. Garza The City of Edinburg does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, gender, age, martial status, or handicap in admission to, treatment in or employment in its programs or activities. Summer Program Hours of Operation MONDAY - FRIDAY 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.... FREE Breakfast 8:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.... 6-12 Years of age 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m...closed 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m... 13 & Older 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m... Recreation Programs SATURDAY & SUNDAY...CLOSED Open on Saturday s for special events ONLY Office Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m... MONDAY - FRIDAY CLOSED... SATURDAY & SUNDAY CLOSED on on Monday, May 27 and Thurs. July 4 Facility Rental Information For more information on rental or reservation of City Public Facilities call 388-8204 at City Hall or Parks & Recreation Dept. at 381-5631 Look at this Special Offer! Receive an official Parks & Recreation t-shirt FREE and save $5. if you register for Summer Sessions I & II Family Recreation Programs by June 7, 2013. City Council, EPRD & ECISD Board... Page 2 Parks Information... Page 3 Athletics...Page 4-6 Family Recreation Programs...Page 7-10 Community Recreation Center and Summer Events... Page 11-14 Aquatics...PAGE 15-16 AMERICAN S WITH DISABILITIES ACT This landmark civil rights legislation went into effect January 26, 1992. It is a significant step forward in the effort to make our society s services and opportunities fully available to all Americans by combating barriers and prejudices that confront those of us with disabilities. The City of Edinburg is committed to implementing the intent and spirit of this legislation. Individuals with special needs are asked to contact the Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department 48 hours prior to the class or program commitment so that every effort may be made to accommodate that person s special needs. Registration Information for Family Recreation Programs Registration will be held from May 28, through June 7, 2013, for session I and will conduct Session II registration from June 24, through July 5, 2013. Registration for the exciting recreation programs will be gladly accepted at the Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department located on 315 E. Palm Dr., Edinburg, Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. or by mailing the registration form(s) and making checks payable to the City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department, P.O. Box 1079, Edinburg, TX 78540. Refunds and transfers may be granted by stopping by the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department located on 315 E. Palm Drive, Edinburg, Texas, or by calling at (956) 381-5631. A $3. per class/program administrative fee will be assessed on all refunds except when the class is cancelled by the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department. NO refunds will be given after the first day of class. ENROLL TODAY!! Join the Summer FUN! 2ways register 1 Walk In 2 Mail In Refund/Transfer Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., ONLY in May Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department 315 E. Palm Drive Edinburg, Texas 78539 Accepting Credit Cards Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department P.O. Box 1079 Edinburg, Texas 78540 To Request a Registration Form: Call (956) 381-5631 or by Fax (956) 292-2131 and leave your name, address and phone number/ fax number or e-mail address. Log on to: www.cityofedinburg.com to download a form.

3 Jesse Lopez Superintendent of Parks Osvaldo Garza Parks Supervisor parks and recreation public facilities J.J. Casas Superintendent of Right of Way The Right of Way Division is managed by Juan J. Casas, Right of Way Superintendent, with the assistance of Oscar Moreno, Right of Way Supervisor. The Right of Way Division covers 36.7 square miles through out the City of Edinburg with thirteen employees. Items covered by staff are mowing, weed eating, tree and palm tree trimming pick up trash and debris along the road way, removal of signs on light poles plus other additional duties.

4 2013 Athletic Camps Ramiro Moreno Superintendent of Recreation Sergio Archer Program Supervisor Girls Basketball Camp Esmeralda Cerda Program Supervisor I The 12th Annual Girls Basketball Camp focuses on teaching youngsters, ages 5 through 12 or incoming seventh grade, fundamental skills and techniques of basketball. The all girl s basketball camp will consist of agility drills, basketball handling and shooting techniques. The Basketball Camp is designed for girls ONLY who wish to learn new skills or improve on their existing skills. Edinburg School Basketball Coaches will assist in instructing this program. The Girls Basketball Camp program duration is June 10-13, 2013. Registration Fees:... $30. Class Times:...1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Youth Volleyball Camp The 14th Annual Youth Volleyball Camp focuses on teaching youngsters, ages 5 through 12 or incoming seventh grade, fundamental skills and techniques of volleyball. There will be demonstrations, agility, drills, and games. The Volleyball Camp is designed for girls ONLY who wish to learn new skills or improve on their existing skills. Edinburg School Volleyball Coaches will assist in instructing this program. The Youth Volleyball Camp program duration is June 17-20, 2013. Registration Fees:... $30. Class Times:... 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Program Location: Robert Vela High School Gym Edinburg, Texas Youth Soccer Camp The 8th Annual Youth Soccer Camp focuses on teaching boys & girls, ages 5 through 12 or incoming seventh grade, fundamental skills and techniques of soccer. The soccer camp will consist of agility drills, soccer dribbling, passing, and kicking techniques. The Soccer Camp is designed for boys and girls who wishes to learn new skills or improve on their existing skills. Edinburg School Soccer Coaches will assist in instructing this program. The Youth Soccer Camp program duration is June 24 - June 27, 2013. Registration Fees:... $30. Class Times:...8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Program Location:... Norma Linda Trevino Park 909 S. Mon Mack Road, Edinburg, Texas Program Location: Robert Vela High School Gym 801 E. Canton Edinburg, Texas

5 Little Dribblers Basketball Camp The 29th Annual Youth Basketball Camp focuses on teaching youngsters, ages 5 through 8, fundamental skills and techniques of basketball. There will be agility drills, basketball handling and shooting techniques. The Camp is designed for boys and girls who wish to learn new skills or improve on their existing skills. Edinburg School Basketball Coaches will assist in instructing this highly successful program. Little Dribblers Basketball Camp program duration is July 8-11, 2013. Registration Fees:... $30. Class Times:...9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Program Location:... Robert Vela High School Gym 801 E. Canton, Edinburg, Texas Youth Basketball Camp The 29th Annual Youth Basketball Camp focuses on teaching youngsters, ages 9-12 or incoming seventh grade, fundamental skills and techniques of basketball. There will be agility drills, basketball handling, shooting techniques and games. The Camp is designed for boys and girls who wish to learn new, advance skills or improve on their existing skills. Edinburg School Basketball Coaches will assist in instructing this highly successful program. Youth Basketball Camp program duration is July 8-11, 2013. Registration Fees:... $30. Class Times:...1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Program Location:... Robert Vela High School Gym 801 E. Canton, Edinburg, Texas Youth Tennis Experience a fun and exciting lifetime sport. The Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department will be sponsoring a Youth Tennis Program for boys and girls ages 5-17 years of age. It will create and maintain a child=s interest in tennis by combining fun and team spirit into learning. Everyone plays no one is cut, so everyone wins in his/her way. Drills, games, simplified rules, scoring and match play motivates new players to learn tennis. Program duration is from June 3, 2013, through July 23, 2013. Instructor will be announced. Participants must furnish their own racquet and wear tennis shoes. Program Fees:... $40. Plus TAAF Fees Registration Location:...Parks & Recreation, 315 E. Palm Drive, Edinburg, TX Program Location:... South Middle School Tennis Courts 601 W. Freddy Gonzalez Edinburg, TX Program Times: Beginners... 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Intermediate & Advanced...10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Summer Tennis Program registration fee does NOT include UTSA/TAAF Card. ALL Participants must provide their own transportation & accommodations to each tennis meet. Approximate program times are subject to change with participation. Classes will not be rescheduled due to inclement weather. TAAF Region 2 Tennis Tournament July 12-13 in Edinburg. ONLY the top 3 TAAF Region 2 Qualifiers for each age group event will be taken to the TAAF State Games scheduled for July 24-28, 2013 in Corpus Christi, Texas. The City of Edinburg will sponsor a track & field program for all boys and girls 5-17 years of age. The program will address all facets of track and field during the program duration. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their talents during scheduled track and field meets. Participants will compete in a variety of events in age group pairings. All practices will be conducted at Cats Stadium. The track & field coach will be announced. Program duration is May 13, 2013 through July 23, 2013, Monday through Friday. Program Fees:...$40. Plus TAAF Fees Registration Location:... Parks & Recreation, 315 E. Palm Drive, Edinburg, TX Program Location:... Robert Vela HS Stadium, 801 E. Canton, Edinburg, TX Program Times:... May 13 - May31, 5 pm 8 pm Program Times:...June 3 - July 23, 8 am 10 am or 5:30 pm 7:30 pm The Summer Track & Field Program registration fee does NOT include individual TAAF track fees and/or TAAF Cards. Bus Transportation will be provided to all local track meets. Approximate program times are subject to change with participation. Classes will not be rescheduled due to inclement weather. TAAF Region 2 Track & Field Meet July 12-13 in McAllen. ONLY the top 3 TAAF Regional Qualifiers for each age group event will be taken to the TAAF State Games scheduled for July 24-28, 2013 in Corpus Christi, Texas. Youth Track & Field

Page 6 U.S.S.S.A. Softball Leagues Divisions: Monday........... Men s Division E Division I Monday........... Men s Division E Division II Wednesday................. Co-Ed Division I Wednesday............... Co-Ed Division II Thursday............ Men s Class D Division I Thursday............ Men s Class D Division II Team Fees Per League..................$300 Date.................Week of June 10, 2013 Time.......................... 6:30 p.m. Place.............. Edinburg Municipal Park 714 South Raul Longoria Road Men s OPEN Basketball League Fees..............................$300 Date................ Tuesday, June 4, 2013 Time.......................... 6:30 p.m. Place................ Recreation Center Gym 315 East Palm Drive Women s Basketball League Fees............ $300 Date. Wed., June 5, 2013 Time........ 6:30 p.m. Place..... Recreation Center Gym 315 East Palm Drive Adult Co-Ed Kickball League Fees............................. $250 Date................. Tuesday, June 4, 2013 Time.......................... 6:30 p.m. Location.......... Jay Cee Park Baseball Field 19th Street & Stubbs Men s 6 0 & Under Basketball League Fees.............................. $300 Date................ Thursday, June 6, 2013 Time.......................... 6:30 p.m. Location............. Recreation Center Gym 315 East Palm Drive George Teague Pro-Players Football Camp 3rd Graders to 5th Graders 6th Graders to 8th Graders 9th Graders to 12th Graders Ages: 8-18 City of Edinburg Football Camp 2013 Thursday & Friday June 27 & 28th, 2013 9 am to 2 pm Cats Stadium 310 E. Palm Drive, Edinburg, TX The City of Edinburg is proud to presents the 2013 Pro Players Football Camp, with George Teague of the Dallas Cowboys, Everson Walls, and Solomon Page of the Dallas Cowboys, Scooter McGruder of the New England Patriots, Barry Foster of the Pittsburg Steelers and John Weeks of the Houston Texans. Nike Football instructors will be in attendance. This is a no contact NFL skills, 2 day camp. You will learn from former and current NFL players. $60 fee includes T-Shirt Come Join The Fun! registrationforms@cityofedinburg.com Ph. 956.381.5631 Fax 956.292.2131 mlozano@cityofedinburg.com 2013 Varsity Linemen Chalenge Tuesday June 18, 2013 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Edinburg NORTH High School Stadium Test your WILL and STRENGTH in 6 different events. Each varsity school team shall consists of no more than 10 linemen. ONLY $10. per person. Limit to 16 Bench Press Medicine Ball Toss Tug-of-War Obstacle Course Farmers Walk For more information please call the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. at 381-5631 or log on to www.cityofedinburg.com

DEDICATION, DETERMINATION, and DESIRE within creates great Champions! Class Begins...June 10, 2013 Mon. & Wed...8:00-9:00 p.m. Fees:...$25. Res. Jaycee Annex 13 years & older Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year Martiniano Martinez Jr. & Frank Trevino South Texas Fighting Championship Middle Weight Champion. Class Begins June 10, 1213 Tues. & Thurs. 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For...13 & up Fees:.$25. Res. Location Jaycee Annex Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr & Associates. Teenagers Teens Page 7 family recreation program Martin Martinez Recreation Senior Supervisor ROGUE MMA MIX MARTIAL ARTS Teen and Adults Only GOJU-RYU KARATE For Teens & Adults REGISTRATION BEGINS JUNE 3, 2013 ALL RECREATION CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED FOR TWO SESSIONS Session I will be held from June 10, through July 12, 2013 and Session II will be conducted from July 15, to August 16, 2013 NO-GI MMA GROUND FIGHTING ROGUE MMA FOR TEEN AND ADULTS Karate attire and sparing equipment is required Session Begin June 10, 2013 Mon. & Wed...6-7 p.m. For youth Intermediate belts-up Fees:...$25. Res. Jaycee Annex for youth Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr & Associates. KICKS-N-CHOPS BEGINNERS GOJU-RYU KARATE WORLD CLASS MARTIAL ARTS Session Begin June 10, 2013 Mon. & Wed 5:10 to 6 p.m. For 7 to 12 Year Olds Fees:...$25. Res. Location Jaycee Annex Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr & Associates. YELLOW BELTS CLASS ONLY GOJU-RYU KARATE WORLD CLASS MARTIAL ARTS TINY TOTS LITTLE TIGERS BEGINNERS GOJU-RYU KARATE CLASSES Session Begin June 10, 2013 Mon. & Wed 4:15 to 5 p.m. For 5 & 6 Year Olds Fees: $25. Res. Location Jaycee Annex Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr & Associates. GOJU-RYU KARATE WORLD CLASS MARTIAL ARTS INTERMEDIATES & ADVANCE BELTS ONLY Classes Begin JUNE 10, 1213 Tues. & Thurs....8:00-9:30 p.m. Fees:..... $25. Location:... Jaycee Park Annex Building Ages:......11 years & up ClassLimit...... 30 Instructor: Marco Garcia Certified & Ranked Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Instructor under Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Class Begins June 10, 1213 Mon. & Wed...7-8 p.m. For.youth Intermediate belts-up Fees:...$25. Res. Jaycee Annex for youth Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr & Associates.

for information call 956-381-5631 Page 8 PRE-SCHOOL KITTENS CHEERLEADING Class Begins June 10, 2013 Mon. & Wed. 3-4 p.m. Fees: $25. Jaycee Annex 4-6 years of age TINY TOTS CREATIVE DANCE Tues. & Thurs...5:15-6:15 p.m. Fees:...$25. Rec. Center Upstairs...4-6 years of age HIP-HOP & JAZZ DANCE CLASS Tues.&Thurs...6:15-7:15 p.m. Fees:...$25. Rec. Center Upstairs...7 years & older LITTLE CATS CHEERLEADING Tues. & Thurs...3:00-3:55 p.m. Fees:...$25. Jaycee Annex...7-12 years of age CHILDREN S ACROBATICS & TUMBLING CLASSES Session Begins June 10, 2013 Tues & Thurs. 2-3 p.m. Fees:...$25. Res. Location Jaycee Annex 7-12 years of age TINY TOTS ACROBATICS & TUMBLING Session Begins June 10, 2013 Mon. & Wed. 2-3 p.m. Location Jaycee Annex Fees: $25 4-6 years of age ADVANCE CHEERNASTICS Join Today Tues. & Thurs...4:10-5 p.m. Fees:...$25. Rec. Center Upstairs...10-up years of age NON-COMPETITIVE RECREATIONAL BOXING Class Begins June 1, 2013 Supplies Needed...Hand Wraps & Bag Gloves Monday thur Friday 2:00-8:30 p.m. 2:00-3:00 P.M.......1st Class 3:00-5:30 P.M......2nd Class 5:30-7:00 P.M.......3rd Class 7:00 8:30.M......... 4th Class First 20 Participants Only Fees: $25 every 1st of the month Down Stairs Gym 8 years & older Instructor Domingo (Sonny) Rodriguez First Come First Served ZUMBA YOUTH CLASSES Session Begins June 10, 2013 Tues/Thurs 4:30-5:15 pm Fees...$25 6-12 yrs LocationFountain Center Building This class is a powerful and effective combination of two disciplines. The Pilates element will help strengthen the entire body and core while increasing muscle definition. ZUMBA EVENING ADULT CLASSES Tues/Thurs...5:30-6:30 p.m. Fees...$25 Ages:...13 yrs & up Location.......Fountain Center Building This class is a powerful and effective combination of two disciplines. The Pilates element will help strengthen the entire body and core while increasing muscle definition.

9 PEQUENOS DANZANTES FOLKLORIC DANCE MEXICAN CULTURE FOLKLORIC DANCE PLEASE NOTE: ALL RECREATION CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED FOR TWO SESSIONS Two sessions will be offered for each program if sufficient registration for each class is met. Sessions I will be held from June 10, through July 12, 2013 and Session II is scheduled from July 15, to August 16, 2013. Mon. & Wed...3:00-4:00 p.m. Fees... $25. Location...Parks & Rec Dance Studio Ages... 4-6 years of age Instructor...Rebeka Gonzalez PENCIL & CHARCOAL DRAWING CLASS Session Begins June 13, 2013 Wed. & Thurs...8-9 a.m. Fees:...$25 Res. Arts & Crafts Room 7-13 years of age Instructor Irma Ramirez Mon. & Wed.(Beginners)...4:00-5:00 p.m. Mon. & Wed.(Intermediates)...5:00-6:00 p.m. Mon. & Wed.(Advance)...6:00-7:00 p.m. Fees... $25. Location... Edbg. Parks & Recreation Dance Studio... 7-17 years of age Instructor...Rebeka Gonzalez for information call 956-381-5631 CHILDREN S NATURE DRAWING CLASS Session Begins June 13, 2013 Wed. & Thurs. 9-10 a.m. Fees: $25. Arts & Crafts Room 8-17 years of age Instructor Irma Ramirez Look at this Special Offer! Receive an official Parks & Recreation t-shirt FREE and save $5. if you register for Summer Sessions I & II Family Recreation Programs by June 14, 2013. JOIN THE SUMMER FUN CONTACT YOUR EDINBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT (956) 381-5631 REGISTRATION FOR ALL RECREATION PROGRAMS BEGINS JUNE 3, 2013 Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. NoClasses will Be Held on the 5th of July for July 4th 2013 celebration. DISCOVER THE ARTISTIC WORLD OF DRAWING Session Begins June 10, 2013 Mon. & Tues...8-9 a.m. Fees:...$25. Arts & Craft Room 8-17 years of age Instructor Irma Ramirez SPECIAL RATE!!! Special Rate - $45. for sessions I & II if you wish to sign up for both sessions prior to June 14, 1213 at 5:00 p.m. Session Begins June 10, 2013 Fridays...8-10 a.m. Fees:...$25. Arts & Craft Room 5-13 years of age Instructor Irma Ramirez SAMPLE CRAFTS Class

Page 10 EDINBURG MUNICIPAL PARK YOUTH FITNESS CLUB Let s Get Fit Tues & Thurs... 6-7:00 pm ages 7 to up Fees... $25. Location...Edinburg Municipal Park PRE-SCHOOL INNOVATIVE ART CLASS Mon. & Tues... 9-10 a.m. Fees:... $25. Location...Arts & Crafts Room Ages...5-6 years of age Instructor...Irma Ramirez KEYBOARD FOR YOUTH MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN KEYBOARD Tues. & Thurs... 10:15 to 11:00 a.m. Fees:...$25. Site...Edbg. Parks & Rec. Dance Studio Ages... 7 to 12 yrs. Instructor... Rebeka Gonzalez TEEN & ADULT KEYBOARD LESSONS MUST PROVIDE YOUR OWN KEYBOARD Tues. & Thurs...1;00 to 11:45 a.m. Location... Edbg. Parks & Rec. Dance Studio Fees:... $25. Ages... 13 years of age & up Instructor... Rebeka Gonzalez REFUND / POLICY Refunds and transfers will granted by stopping by the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department located on 315 East Palm Drive, Edinburg, Texas 78539, A $3.00 per class per program administrative fee will be assessed on all refunds except when the class is canceled by the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department or with a written doctors excuse. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS. REGISTRATION FOR ALL RECREATION PROGRAMS BEGINS JUNE 3, 2013 ALL RECREATION CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED FOR TWO SESSIONS Session I will be held from June 11, through July 13, 2012 and Session II will be conducted from July 16, to August 17, 2012 REGISTRATION FOR ALL RECREATION PROGRAMS BEGINS JUNE 3, 2013 Between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. NoClasses will Be Held on July 4th 2013 Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department 315 East Palm Drive Edinburg, Texas 78539 The Benefits Are Endless EARLY MORNING CHILDREN ACTIVITIES This class is structured for children whose parents work at 7:30 a.m. and would like to have their children involved in a supervised and organized activity before the summer activities, which begin at 9:00 a.m. Children must be members of the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department in order to take advantage of this class. Activities for children include games room activities, arts & crafts, gym activities, movies, and more. Session I will be held from June 3, through August 23, 2013. Mon. thru Fri.... 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Fees:...Membership Fee Recreation Center...6-12 years of age Instructor... Rec. Staff for information call 956-381-5631 REMINDER!!! Special Rate - $45. for sessions I & II if you wish to sign up for both sessions prior to June 13 - June 14, 1213 at 5:00 p.m. FREE T-SHIRT If you sign up for both sessions I and II before June 14, 2013 5:00 p.m. Registration begins June 3, 2013. ( To the first 400 participants only. )

11 EDINBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT ANNUAL RECITAL RECREATION PROGRAMS FACILITIES LOCATIONS Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department located at 315 East Palm Drive Edinburg, Texas 78539 Jaycee Park Recreation Center located at 420 19th St. Edinburg, Texas 78539 (corner of Fay & 19th) Thursday, July 25, 2013... 6-9:00 p.m. Location: Doctors Hospitol at Renaissance Auditorium Recreation Program Instructors Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department Dance Studio located at 702 S. 18th Edinburg, Texas 78539 (east side of building) The Benefits Are Endless

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15 Frank Carmona Superintendent of Aquatics have a blast learning to swim! Registration will be accepted at the Edinburg Recreation Center located on 315 E. Palm Drive. A Gus and Goldie T-Shirt is included with each registration while supplies last. There is no need to register for a specific level. All participants will be placed into classes according to their age and skills. On the first class period, all students will be observed and tested to ensure they are in the appropriate level. If you know your child s current level, please indicate this to the instructor. This will aid the instructors in placing your child in the appropriate class. ALL SWIM PROGRAMS ARE HELD AT THE EDINBURG MUNICIPAL WATERPARK LOCATED ON 125 E. PALM DR. Registration for all aquatic programs are as follows: SESSION I May 31, 2013 Beginning at 8:00 A.M. SESSION II June 13, 2013 Beginning at 12:00 Noon SESSION III June 27, 2013 Beginning at 12:00 Noon SESSION IV July 18, 2013 Beginning at 12:00 Noon SESSION V August 1, 2013 Beginning at 12:00 Noon Session Dates: Session I - June 3 - June 14 Session II - June 17 - June 28 Session III - July 8 - July 19 Session IV - July 22 Aug. 2 Session V - Aug. 5 Aug. 16 Session V - Evenings only Class Times: Monday through Friday No classes on July 4th. 9:00 a.m. til 9:35 a.m. 9:40 a.m. til 10:15 a.m. 10:20 a.m. til 10:55 a.m. 11:00 a.m. til 11:35 a.m. 5:30 p.m. til 6:05 p.m. 6:10 p.m. til 6:45 p.m. 6:50 p.m. til 7:25 p.m. 7:30 p.m. til 8:05 p.m. Fee: $25. Class size limited No classes July 4th. No classes July 1st through the 5th. No refunds after the first day of class Due to the scheduled programming, we can not accommodate for make up days on inclement weather. Tadpoles Ages 6 months to 47 months. This Parent Baby program is intended to help the child develop a comfort level in and around the water. The class will also provide the parent with the necessary knowledge and skills to orient the child to the water and to safely supervise all water activities. One parent must accompany the child in water. Swim diapers are required for diaper dependent children. Class is held in the evening only, and class size is limited to 20 students frogs The othe objective of Level I is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy the water safely. This class is very elementary and focuses on getting acquainted with the water. This class includes more games and water play due to the nature of the class. If the student has had a previous pleasant water experience, they may be able to begin the program at Level II. Jellyfish The objective of Level II is to provide students with fundamental swimming skills. Students learn to float without support and to recover to a vertical position. This level marks the beginning of true locomotion skills. Prerequisites include the ability to put the face completely under water, bob up and down in the water, and float on front and back part of the body with support. *Instructors reserve the right to determine your child s level of performance and place them accordingly. Class size is limited. LEARN TO SWIM COURSES seahorse The objective of Level III is to build on the skills learned in Level II by providing additional guided practice. Students will be introduced to the Butterfly and the fundamentals of treading water. Other skills taught include rules for safe diving, diving from the side of the pool and coordination of the front crawl and back crawl. minnows The objective of Level IV is to develop confidence in the strokes learned thus far and to improve other aquatic skills. Students will continue to work on Butterfly, front crawl, and back crawl. Breaststroke, Elementary Backstroke, and sidestroke are introduced as well as the basics of turning at the pool wall. dolphins The objective of Level V is coordination and refinement of key strokes with special emphasis on the all strokes taught in each level. Skills introduced include the butterfly, open turns, the feet-first surface dive, and springboard diving. sharks The objective of Level VI is to polish strokes so students swim with efficiency, power, and smoothness over greater distances. Students will develop endurance, learn the pike, and tuck surface dives and additional turns. Session I Personal Water Safety, Session II Fundamentals of Diving, and Session III Fitness Swimmer. ADULT LEARN TO SWIM This program is designed for adults 15 years of age and older who wish to learn how to swim or just improve on their existing skills. Specialized instruction will be provided by a certified Water Safety Instructor. Session I... June 3 - June 14 Session II..... June 17 - June 28 Session III.... July 8 - July 19 Session IV..... July 22 Aug. 2 Session V..... Aug. 5 Aug. 6 Times:... 5:30 p.m. til 6:05 p.m.....6:10 p.m. til 6:45 p.m.....6:50 p.m. til 7:25 p.m.....7:30 p.m. til 8:05 p.m. Days:...... Monday through Friday Fee:.... $25 AQUA AEROBICS Session Dates: Session I... June 3 - June 14 Session II..... June 17 - June 28 Session III.... July 8 - July 19 Session IV..... July 22 Aug. 2 Session V..... Aug. 5 Aug. 6 Time:....6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Days:...Monday through Friday *Also offered at Fountain Waterpark. Located at 1227 E. McIntyre St. Time:....6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.....7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Session:... I through IV Fee:....$15. Maximum enrollment... 20 participants

16 FOUNTAIN WATERPARK The Fountain Swimming Pool is a kidney shaped swimming pool, which contains new bathing facilities, a 70 foot waterslide, a sand-pit volleyball court, tetherball, barbecue grill, and a picnic area. Fountain pool is located on 1227 McIntyre. Fountain Pool Hours:... 1 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Days:...Tuesday through Sunday Fees:... 0-6 years of age $1. 7-54 years of age...$2. 55 years and older...$1. EDINBURG MUNICIPAL WATERPARK The Edinburg Municipal Waterpark is a three (3) pool facility which features a 125 foot long figure eight water slide. Other amenities include a sand-pit volleyball court, tanning area, B.B.Q. grills, picnic tables, water basketball. The Waterpark is located at 125 E. Palm Drive. For information call 383-9110, 292-2124, or 381-5631. Waterpark Hours:...1 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Days:....Monday through Sunday Fees:....0-6 years of age $2. 7-54 years of age.....$3. 55 years and older... $2. Discount swim passes are available: 0-6 years... $15. = 15 swims 7-54 years... $22.50 = 15 swims Evening Swim...Saturday and Sunday Hours:....6:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Days.... Saturday & Sunday EDINBURG T.A.A.F. SWIM TEAM This program is available to participants 6 to 18 years of age, who have the ability to swim 25 yards comfortably, and wish to swim competitively in or out of the Valley. Swimming meets are scheduled throughout the summer. Dates:...June 3 - July 14, 2013 Time:... 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Days:... Monday through Friday (With meets on various weekends) Fee:...$75. for the season Maximum enrollment...50 participants Registration deadline... June 7, 2013 Tentative swim meets: Edinburg, Tx....June 15 2013 McAllen, Tx....June 22, 2013 Pharr, Tx....June 29, 2013 (Regional) Brownsville, Tx....July 13, 2013 Games of Texas Corpus Christi, Tx. Regional qualifiers July 24 through 28, 2013. The cost for swim uniform, swim meet entry, and travel is to be paid by the participants. Only Regional Qualifier will participate in State Meet! AQUACISE Session Dates: Session I... June 3 - June 14 Session II... June 17 - June 28 Session III... July 8 - July 19 Session IV... July 22 Aug. 2 Session V... Aug. 5 Aug. 6 Time:... 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Days:... Monday through Friday *Also offered at Fountain Waterpark Located at 1227 E. McIntyre St. Time:... 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Time:... 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Session:... I through IV Fee:...$15. Maximum enrollment... 20 participants AQUA JOGGING This is an excellent way to run with less stress on the leg joints and lower back. The aqua belt suspends individuals in a vertical position while running in the water. Swimming ability required. Class is for participants 15 years and older. Session Dates: Session I... June 3 - June 14 Session II... June 17 - June 28 Session III... July 8 - July 19 Session IV... July 22 Aug. 2 Session V... Aug. 5 Aug. 6 TIME:... 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. DAYS:... Monday through Friday FEE:... $15. Maximum enrollment... 15 participants. LAP SWIMMING What better way to get into shape than by swimming laps! Swim at your own pace. A qualified instructor will be on duty to assist in stroke development and consultation. Lap swimming is designed for ages 15 and older. Dates:...April 6 - Sept. 15, 2013 Times & Days:... Spring & Fall 11:35 a.m til 12:50 p.m.(saturday & Sunday). 6:30 p.m. til 8:20 p.m.(mon. through Thurs.) (with the exception of last three weeks in May, will begin at 7:00 p.m.) Summer: June 3 - August 16, 2013 11:35 a.m. til 12:50 p.m. (Mon. through Sun.) 6:30 p.m. til 8:20 p.m.(mon. through Thurs.) Fees:$10. pass = 15 swims or $1. per visit PUBLIC SWIMMING INFORMATION edinburg aquatics staff All the Edinburg Aquatics Staff are certified in Standard First Aid, C.P.R. for the Professional Rescuer, Lifeguard Training, and Water Safety Instructors. evening swim Evening Swim is held at the Edinburg Municipal Waterpark on Saturday & Sunday Evenings from 6:00 p.m. until 8:45 p.m. Barbecue grills are available as well as other facility amenities on a first come first serve basis. Bring the whole family and get wetter than ever! HAVE A SPLASH PARTY The Edinburg Municipal Waterpark and Fountain Swimming Pool are available for parties! For more information, call Edinburg Parks and Recreation Department at 381-5631.