City of Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department 315 East Palm Drive Phone: (956) 381-5631 Fax: (956) 292-2131 Web Site: www.cityofedinburg.com
Page 2 general information Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department 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 Board and the professional staff invite each and every citizen to get involved. Mayor Richard Garcia Mayor, City Council, Administration Mayor Pro-Tem Agustine Gus Garcia Council Member Elias Longoria, Jr. E.C.I.S.D. Board of Trustees Carmen Gonzalez... President Juan Palacios Jr... Vice-President Ciro Trevino... Secretary Dr. Martin Castillo... 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 Management Staff Mark Lozano...Recreation Manager Ramiro Moreno...Superintendent of Recreation Frank Carmona...Superintendent of Aquatics Martin Martinez...Sr. Supervisor of Recreation 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 Council Member Homer Jasso, Jr. Council Member J.R. Betancourt City Manager Ramiro Garza Jr. Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Members Arnulfo E. Martinez... President Roman Rodriguez... Vice-President Efrain E. Martinez... Member Nick Cantu... Member Nancy Ramirez... Member Joe Rios... Member Johnny Garcia... Member John Trevino... Member Veronica Saenz... Member 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. Fall / Winter Program Hours of Operation MONDAY - FRIDAY 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m... 6 years & older 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m...saturdays SUNDAY... CLOSED Office Hours Assistant City Manager Frank X. Garza 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m... MONDAY - FRIDAY CLOSED... SATURDAY & SUNDAY CLOSED on November 12, 22, 23, 24, 2012 December 24, 25, 2012 and January 1, 2013 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 Table of Contents General Information...Page 2 City Council, EPRD & ECISD Board... Page 2 Athletics...Page 3-4 Parks Information...Page 5 Family Recreation Programs Community Recreation Center and Special Events... Page 6-11 10K and Fun Run... Page 12 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 start Octomer 8th 2012. 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. 1 Walk In 2 Mail In Refund/Transfer 2 register ways 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.
Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. Little League Baseball Softball Page 3 Ramiro Moreno Superintendent of Recreation Esmeralda Cerda Program Supervisor I Leagues are scheduled to begin on Monday, November 12, 2012 League fees are $20. includes Official League Shirt EPRD Membership Grade Divisions are as follows: K/1st, 2nd/3rd, 4th/5th & 6th *Age as of September 1, 2012* To register please stop by the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. located at 315 E. Palm Drive, across ECISD Cats Stadium. Anyone that is interested in Coaching and/or Sponsoring a youth girls basketball team, please call the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. at 381-5631. All coaches will be certified through N.Y.S.C.A. and the City of Edinburg Volunteer Program. 2012 Girls Youth Basketball League Registration will be held from October 1 to October 27, 2012 or until all available space are filled 2013 City of Edinburg Registration will be in January & February For more information 956-381-5631 Fall U.S.S.S.A. Softball Leagues Divisions: Monday..............Men s Class E Division 1 Monday.............. Men s Class E Division 2 Wednesday.................Co-Ed Division 1 Wednesday.................Co-Ed Division 2 Thursday............. Men s Class D Division 1 Thursday............. Men s Class D Division 2 Team Fees Per League...............$300 Date..............Week of October 1, 2012 Time..........................6:30 p.m. Place............Edinburg Municipal Park Winter U.S.S.S.A. Softball Leagues Registration will be held from December 3, 2012 to January 2, 2013 Winter Leagues are scheduled to start the week of January 7, 2013 2013 Boys Youth Basketball League Registration will be held from November 1 to December 8, 2012 or until all available space are filled Leagues are scheduled to begin on Friday, January 4, 2013 League fees are $20. includes Official League Shirt EPRD Membership Grade Divisions are as follows: K/1st, 2nd/3rd, 4th/5th & 6th *Age as of September 1, 2012* ADULT Co-Ed Kickball League Fees............................$275. Date............ Tuesday, October 3, 2012 Time....................... 6:30 p.m. Place..............Edinburg Municipal Park To register please stop by the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. located at 315 E. Palm Drive, across ECISD Cats Stadium. Anyone that is interested in Coaching and/or Sponsoring a youth basketball team, please call the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. at 381-5631. All coaches will be certified through N.Y.S.C.A. and the City of Edinburg Volunteer Program.
Page 4 CITY OF EDINBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT. 16th ANNUAL FIESTA EDINBURG 3 MILE RUN DATE: Saturday, February 23, 2013 (Rain or Shine!) TIME: 9:00 a.m. Sharp! At the Edinburg Parks & Recreation located on 315 E. Palm Drive, across E.C.I.S.D. Cats Stadium. START/FINISH: Starts and finishes at the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. Trophies for Top 3 Finisher per Age Group Sign up today for information call 956-381-5631 ENTRY FEE & DEADLINES: Pre-registration begins February 4, 2013. Registration fees are $10. Call (956) 381-5631 or Run by the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department located on 315 E. Palm Drive for more information. PACKET PICK-UP & LATE REGISTRATION: Monday through Friday, February 18-22, 2013, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Edinburg Recreation Center located on 315 E. Palm Drive. On the day of the event, packet pick-up and late registration will be available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. at the race start located at the Edinburg Parks & Recreation Dept. Participants from Mexico must bring proper & current immigration documents. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Edinburg Parks & Recreation Department (956) 381-5631 or www.cityofedinburg.com
Page 5 parks & recreation public facilities Jesse Lopez Superintendent of Parks Osvaldo Garza Parks Supervisor 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.
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Martin Martinez Recreation Senior Supervisor DEDICATION, DETERMINATION, and DESIRE within creates great Champions! Mon. & Wed...8:00-9:30 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. Page 7 family recreation program REGISTRATION BEGINS OCTOBER 8, 2012 ALL RECREATION CLASSES WILL BE OFFERED FOR TWO SESSIONS Session I will be held from OCTOBER 15, through NOVEMBER 16, 2012 and Session II will be conducted from NOVEMEBR 19, to DECEMBER 22, 2012 ROGUE MMA MIX MARTIAL ARTS Teen and Adults Only Karate attire and sparing equipment is required YELLOW BELTS CLASS ONLY GOJU-RYU KARATE WORLD CLASS MARTIAL ARTS Session Begin Mon. & Wed. 6:10-7:00 p.m. Fees:...$25. Location: Jaycee Park Annex Building Ages: 7-12 years of age Class Limit Size 40 Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr. & Associates GOJU-RYU KARATE For Teens & Adults Beginners classs October 15, 2012 Tues. & Thurs...5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For......12 & 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 ROGUE MMA NO-GI JIU-JITSU for teen and adults Sessoion Begin Tues. & Thurs....8:00-9:30 p.m. Fees:..... $25. Location:... Jaycee Park Annex Building Ages:........ 8 years & up Class Size..... 30 Instructor: Frank Trevino South Texas Fighting Championship Middle Weight Champion. Instructor under Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu KICKS-N-CHOPS BEGINNERS goju-ryu karate Session Begin Mon. & Wed....5:20-6:10 p.m. Fees:... $25. Location....Jaycee Park Annex Building Ages:..... 5-11 years of age Class Limit Size.........40 Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr. & Associates GOJU-RYU KARATE FOR INTERMEDIATES & ADVANCE BELTS Session Begin Mon. & Wed.....7:00-8:00 p.m. Fees:..... $25. Location:... Jaycee Park Annex Building Ages:.....Inter. & UP Class Limit Size...40 Instructor: World Martial Arts Hall Of Fame Inductee and Master Instructor Of The Year In Karate Martiniano Martinez Jr. & Associates
Page 8 PRE-SCHOOL KITTENS CHEERLEADING Mon. & Wed.. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fees:...$25. Res. Gym Upstairs. 4-6 years of age Class Limit... 25 LITTLE CATS CHEERLEADING Mon. & Wed 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fees:.....$25. Res. Gymnasium Upstairs 7-17 years of age Class Limit Size.....25 ZUMBA YOUTH CLASSES Tues/Thurs 4:30-5:15 p.m. Fees $25 6-12 yrs TINY TOTS CREATIVE DANCE Tues. & Thurs..5:30-6:30 p.m. Fees:.....$25. Res. Gym Upstairs 4-6 years of age Class Limit Size...25 Youth & Teens ACROBATICS & TUMBLING CLASSES Tues. & Thurs 7:30-8:30 p.m. Fees:....$25. Res. Gym Upstairs......7 & up Class Limit Size.....25 Join Today Instructor Rebeka Gonzalez 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. ZUMBA ADULT CLASSES Tues/Thurs 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fees $25 13 yrs & up HIP-HOP & JAZZ DANCE CLASS Tues. & Thurs.......6:30-7:30 p.m. Fees:..$25. Res. Gym Upstairs... 7 years & older Class Limit Size... 25 for information call 956-381-5631 TINY TOTS ACROBATICS & TUMBLING Mon. & Wed...5:30-6:30 p.m. Fees:..... $25. Res. Gym Upstairs 4-6 years of age Class Limit Size...25 weight lifting Monday Thursday 8:00 a.m. 9:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Must have a current membership. Inquire by calling EPARD at (956) 381-5631 Instructor...Rebeka Gonzalez 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. NON-COMPETITIVE RECREATIONAL BOXING Session Begins OCTOBER 1st, 2012 Supplies Needed: Hand Wraps & Bag Gloves Monday thur Thursday...3:00-8:00 p.m. Fridays...2:00-5:00 p.m. First 25 Participants Only Fees:.. $25 every 1st of the month Down Stairs Gym.... Outside Boxing Area First Come First Served
BEGINNERS FOLKLORIC DANCE INTERMEDIATES FOLKLORIC DANCE ADVANCE FOLKLORIC DANCE Page 9 Fees...$25. Res. Location:...Edinburg Dance Studio Ages:...6 & UP years of age Saturdays Only...8:30-9:30 a.m. Instructor...Rebeka Gonzalez Volunteer Asst. Instructor...Dora Gonzalez Class Limit Size...16 per class PENCIL & CHARCOAL DRAWING CLASS Mon. & Wed 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fees...$25. Res. Arts & Crafts Room Youth Class Instructor Irma Ramirez Class Limit Size...14 DISCOVER THE ARTISTIC WORLD OF DRAWING Mon. & Wed..5:30-6:30 p.m. Fees...$25. Res. Arts & Crafts Room Youth Class Instructor...Irma Ramirez Class Limit Size...14 Fees...$25. Res. Location:.... Edinburg Dance Studio Ages:. Intermediates Only Saturdays Only...9:30-10:30 a.m. Instructor...Rebeka Gonzalez Volunteer Asst. Instructor...Dora Gonzalez Class Limit Size.16 per class for information call 956-381-5631 NATURE DRAWING CLASS Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fees...$25. Res. Arts & Crafts Room Youth Class Instructor Irma Ramirez Class Limit Size...14 REGISTRATION BEGINS OCTOBER 8, 2012 Fees...$25. Res. Location:.... Edinburg Dance Studio Ages:..... Advance Only Monday & Wednesday..... 6:00-7:00 a.m. Saturdays.... 10:30-12:30 a.m. Instructor...Rebeka Gonzalez Volunteer Asst. Instructor...Dora Gonzalez Class Limit Size..16 per class SAMPLE CRAFTS Arts & Crafts Room Youth Class Instructor...Irma Ramirez Class Limit Size...14 Tues. & Thurs. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Fees...$25. Res. ANNOUNCEMENT DUE TO CITY HOLIDAYS AND OR SPECIAL EVENTS, NO RECREATION CLASSES WILL BE HELD ON NOVMEBR 12, 22, & 23, & DECEMBER 24 & 25, 2012
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31st Annual Edinburg All America City 10K Run/Walk STARTING TIME is 9:00 a.m. Rain or Shine! DATE: Saturday, February 2, 2013 (Rain or Shine!) FEE: $10. for ages 19 & Older and $5. for ages 18 & Under START & FINISH E.C.I.S.D. CATS STADIUM located at 315 E. Palm Drive REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday, February 1, 2013 at 9 PM FOR MORE INFORMATION Edinburg Parks & Rec. Dept. (956) 381-5631 or www.cityofedinburg.com A 6.2 mile road race, fast through the streets of Edinburg. T.A.C. Certification. Cash prizes totaling over $20,000. and Trophies for top 3 finishers in each age division. Medals for everyone who finishes the race. All registered participants will receive an official 10K Run/Walk t-shirt. Fun Run Starting Time is 11:00 a.m. Rain or Shine! For all elementary students age 8 & under and any one that is a beginner jogger. All registered participants will receive an official 2 Mile Fun Run/ Walk t-shirt and everyone that completes the Fun Run/Walk will receive a medal at the finish line. START & FINISH: E.C.I.S.D. CATS STADIUM located at 315 E. Palm Drive