Pierce County Parks & Recreation offers a variety of leisure and enrichment classes at several facilities.
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Messy Time
It's wonderful to be messy! Have fun exploring the joy of art using different themes and materials each week. Come dressed for a mess. Parents will stay to participate.
| Course # |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13299 |
Sept. 14-Oct. 19 |
Mon |
11:15 am-12:00 pm |
Frontier Park |
| 12856 |
Oct. 26-Nov. 30 |
Mon |
11:15 am-12:00 pm |
Frontier Park |
- For ages 2-4
- Fee: $48-parent and child (6 weeks), $24 second child
Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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Babydance
A fun filled hour of Mommie and Me time! Partner exercises with other parents. Rolling balls, playing baby instruments, large drums and parachute fun! Social skills, being in a classroom setting meeting other children and following directions helps to develop classroom skills. Weekly handouts on different parenting subjects included.
| Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13303 |
Sept. 23-Nov. 4 |
Wed |
10:00-11:00 am |
Lakewood Com. Center |
- For: Ages 8-20 months
- Fee: $35 (6 weeks)
- No class October 14
- Parent and child class
- Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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Toddler Two Step
Dancing with different props like wands with stars and hearts, and multi-colored streamers. Plus marching with instruments and parachute fun! Develop skills for following directions and being in a classroom setting with other children. Sing and dance to different types of music. Weekly handouts included.
| Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13305 |
Sept. 23-Nov. 4 |
Wed |
11:15 am-12 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
- For: Ages 2-3
- Fee: $35 (45 min session/6 weeks)
- No class October 14
- Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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Creative Movement
This class introduces children to the fun of ballet and music with pre-ballet movement and stretching. Classes include learning as we use our bodies when talking about shapes, alphabet, counting, rhyming and more.
Attire: Girls-Pink tights, pink leather ballet shoes, black or pink leotard. Ballet skirts are allowed - no tutus please; Boys - white t-shirt and black ballet shoes.
| Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13072 |
Sept. 28-Dec. 7 |
Mon |
4:00-4:45 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
| 12410 |
Sept. 28-Dec. 7 |
Mon |
4:45-5:30 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
- For: Ages 3-5
- Fee: $55 (10 weeks) - No class Nov. 23
- Contact Sprinker 253-798-4000 to register.
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Ballet Performance Plan
This class includes a ballet school recital in June and is a great performance opportunity for any dancer willing to committ to all 20 sessions. Tuition includes 20 classes and the performance recital at the end of this series. A costume fee will be charged in addition but will be paid directo to the instructor. This class will only be offered on a first come first registered basis until full.
Class Attire: Girls - pink tights, pink leather ballet shoes, black or pink leotard. No skirts or tutus; and boys - white t-shirt and black leather ballet shoes.
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 3-5 |
13147 |
Jan. 13-June 2, 2010 |
Wed |
4:00-5:00 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
| 6-8 |
13148 |
Jan. 13-June 2, 2010 |
Wed |
5:00-6:00 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
| 9-14 |
13149 |
Jan. 13-June 2, 2010 |
Wed |
6:00-7:00 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
- For: Ages 3-14
- Fee: $110 (20 weeks)
- No class March 24, 2010
- Register through Sprinker Recreation Center, 253-798-4000
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Class Attire: Girls - pink tights, pink leather ballet shoes, black or pink leotard. No skirts or tutus; and boys - white t-shirt and black leather ballet shoes.
Beginning Ballet
Ballet will be introduced with a focus on proper technique, posture, and fun! Students will be learning basic ballet steps and terminology, as well as, an introduction to counting music. Older age group will learn posture and technique. Students will have opportunities to explore the ways steps can be combined to make new steps and dances.
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 5-8 |
13074 |
Sept. 29-Dec. 8 |
Tue |
4:00-5:00 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
| 9-14 |
13075 |
Sept. 29-Dec. 8 |
Tue |
5:00-6:00 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
- For: Ages 5-14
- Fee: $55 (10 weeks) - no class Nov. 24
Intermediate Ballet
This level is designed for the dancer who has some experience in a formal ballet class. Steps will gradually become harder, and new steps will be learned while continuing to work on proper technique and placement.
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 5-8 |
13076 |
Sept. 29-Dec. 8 |
Tue |
6:00-7:00 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
| 9-14 |
13077 |
Sept. 29-Dec. 8 |
Tue |
7:00-8:00 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
- For: Ages 5-14
- Fee: $55 (10 weeks) - no class Nov. 24
Register through Sprinker Recreation Center, 253-798-4000.
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Korean Dance Youth Class
This dance is very unique with elegant and graceful movement! Korean dance is designed for all ages and abilities. Children will learn basic movements as well as incorporating beginning choreography with fans, drums, and scarves.
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 3-5 |
13307 |
Sept. 10-24 |
Thur |
4:00-4:30 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 6-8 |
13308 |
Oct. 8-29 |
Thur |
4:00-4:30 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 9-14 |
13309 |
Nov. 5-19 |
Thur |
4:00-4:30 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
- For: Ages 5-10
- Fee: $25/month
- ReContact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
| FREE Korean Dance Youth Class ~ Come try it out! |
| Thursday, September 3 | 4:00-4:30 pm | Lakewood Com. Center |
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Beginning Ballroom Youth Class
Learn the basics and beyond of all the ballroom dances: cha cha, rumba, salsa, swing, foxtrot, waltz, and tango. Directions to the Abbey Ballroom in downtown Tacoma will be included on your class receipt.
| Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13310 |
Sept. 22-Oct. 27 |
Tue |
5:30-6:30 pm |
Abbey Ballroom |
- For ages 6 & Up
- Fee: $55 (6 weeks)
- Location: Abbey Ballroom, Tacoma
- Register through Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4177.
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JUMP Kids Fitness offers a basic cheerleading program that includes warm-up and stretching techniques, arm motions, kicks, jumps, cheers, chants, and a short dance routine. The goal is to promote physical fitness in a fun way for kids.
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 4-5 |
13322 |
Sept. 30-Nov. 4 |
Wed |
2:40-3:25 pm |
Meridian |
| 6-7 |
13324 |
Sept. 30-Nov. 4 |
Wed |
3:30-4:15 pm |
Meridian |
| 8-10 |
13326 |
Sept. 30-Nov. 4 |
Wed |
4:20-5:05 pm |
Meridian |
| 11-14 |
13328 |
Sept. 30-Nov. 4 |
Wed |
5:10-5:55 pm |
Meridian |
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 4-5 |
13330 |
Sept. 12-Oct. 17 |
Sat |
9:00-9:45 am |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 4-5 |
13331 |
Nov. 7-Dec. 19 |
Sat |
9:00-9:45 am |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 6-7 |
13332 |
Sept. 12-Oct. 17 |
Sat |
10:00-10:45 am |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 6-7 |
13333 |
Nov. 7-Dec. 19 |
Sat |
10:00-10:45 am |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 8-10 |
13334 |
Sept. 12-Oct. 17 |
Sat |
11:0-11:45 am |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 8-10 |
13335 |
Nov. 7-Dec. 19 |
Sat |
11:0-11:45 am |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 11-14 |
13336 |
Sept. 12-Oct. 17 |
Sat |
12:00-12:45 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 11-14 |
13337 |
Nov. 7-Dec. 19 |
Sat |
12:00-12:45 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
- For ages 4-14
- Instructor - Edwards, JUMP Kids Fitness
- Fee: $64 (6 weeks) - no class Nov. 28, 2009
Register through the Parks Administration Office, 253-798-4176.
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Young Ladies and Gentleman
Children rarely beg for the opportunity to attend a class on manners, and yet it is the key to building positive friendships and strong self-esteem. This fun hands-on workshop teaches telephone etiquette, basic table manners, introductions, personal care and posture. Each student receives a 'goodie bag' to take home. Don't be surprised if they come out asking for more!
| Course # |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13348 |
Oct. 17 |
Sat |
9:00 am-12:00 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 13352 |
Nov. 21 |
Sat |
9:00 am-12:00 pm |
Frontier Park |
- For: Ages 5-12
- Instructor: Final Touch Finishing School
- Fee: $35
- Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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Starting Point
Guys and gals, overcome the anxieties about 'how do I look, what do I say, and what do I do' in this fun, fast paced, interactive course. Topics include first impressions, presentation skills, introductions, posture, appearance tips, and manners for movies, shopping and dining. Never again will you wonder how to correctly eat a french fry!
| Course # |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13349 |
Oct. 17 |
Sat |
12:30-4:30 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
| 13353 |
Nov. 21 |
Sat |
12:30-4:30 pm |
Frontier Park |
- For: Ages 11-16
- Instructor: Final Touch Finishing School
- Fee: $45
- Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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Looking Good for Girls
Girls will learn the correct techniques to achieve a beautiful and natural look. Discover the secrets of having a great complexion and the role proper nutrition plays, while pampering yourself with a full facial and manicure. You will also be introduced to clothing personality, warm and cool coloring, body types and budgeting. This package, along with proper posture, is a power communicator and you will see why.
| Course # |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13350 |
Sept. 26 |
Sat |
9:30 am-4:30 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
- For: Girls ages 12-17
- Instructor: Final Touch Finishing School
- Fee: $55
- Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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It's Back!
This fun filled high energy class is designed for all children. The class will provide an opportunity for children who are homeschooled to get some physical activity and to meet new friends. Some of the activities include team games, Yoga/Pilates, cardio/strength circuits, and wellness education.
Each month will have a different theme and fitness focus. A description of each month will be available when you register. Participants need to come ready to play in comfortable clothes and tennis shoes.
| Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13395 |
October 7-28 |
Wed |
9:00-10:00 am |
Frontier Park |
- For: Ages 4-15
- Fee:
- $12/session for first child
- $8/session for additional children in your family (participants for the reduced rate must be related and living together as a family).
- Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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Tae Kwon Do
Designed to teach self discipline, confidence, agility, balance and effective means of defense. An excellent exercise for body conditioning and stamina. Traditional Korean-style Karate and Tae Kwon Do techniques are coupled with Hapkido, a discipline incorporated self-defense techniques. This program will include Olympic style, traditional weapons and boxing training. Taught by career instructors with multiple years of experience.
Beginnin Blue Belt Classes (2 day sessions):
| Course # |
Dates |
Days |
Time |
Location |
| 12616 |
Sept. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
| 13905 |
Oct. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
| 13907 |
Nov. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
| 13099 |
Dec. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
| Course # |
Dates |
Days |
Time |
Location |
| 13343 |
Sept. 2-30 |
Mon/Wed |
5:30-7:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 13339 |
Oct. 5-28 |
Mon/Wed |
5:30-7:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 13340 |
Nov. 2-30 |
Mon/Wed |
5:30-7:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 13341 |
Dec. 7-30 |
Mon/Wed |
5:30-7:00 pm |
Lakewood |
Red Belt & Above, Select Adults Classes (3 day sessions):
| Course # |
Dates |
Days |
Time |
Location |
| 12617 |
Sept. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
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Fri |
6:30-7:30 pm |
Sprinker |
| 13096 |
Oct. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
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Fri |
6:30-7:30 pm |
Sprinker |
| 13098 |
Nov. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
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Fri |
6:30-7:30 pm |
Sprinker |
| 13100 |
Dec. |
Mon/Thur |
6:30-8:00 pm |
Sprinker |
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Fri |
6:30-7:30 pm |
Sprinker |
- For Ages 8-Adult
- Classes run monthly at Sprinker Recreation Center & Lakewood Community Center.
- No classes Sept. 7, Nov. 25 & 26, Dec. 24 &31.
- Fee:
- $31/month (beginner-blue belt)
- $36/month (red belts and above)
- $26 for the second family member
Register at Sprinker Recreation Center 253-798-4000 or the Parks Administration office 253-798-4177.
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Mini Movers
Parent and child will play together in this lively and fun class. Songs, dance, music, and games make this the perfect class for toddlers. Emphasis is placed on friendship and fun.
| Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13297 |
Sept. 14-Oct. 19 |
Mon |
10:15-11:00 am |
Frontier Park |
| 13298 |
Oct. 26-Nov. 30 |
Mon |
10:15-11:00 am |
Frontier Park |
- For: 18 months-3 years
- Fee: $36 (6 weeks); $18 (second child)
Contact Pierce County Parks Administration 253-798-4176 to register.
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Guitar Classes
Learn the basics skills to play guitar. Learn introductory note-reading skills and simple chords so that the class can play songs together. Bring your own guitar, no electric guitars.
| Course# |
Age |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 11705 |
7-10 |
Sept. 22-Nov. 10 |
Tue |
5:15-6:05 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
| 11707 |
11-Adult |
Sept. 22-Nov. 10 |
Tue |
5:15-6:05 pm |
Sprinker Rec. Center |
- For ages 7-Adult
- Fees:
- $75 (8 weeks)
- $5 for class materials paid directly to instructor first night of class.
- Contact Sprinker Recreation Center 253-798-4000 to register.
Guitar Rental Available: $10.00 per series (limited quantities) + $5.00 instrument maintenance fee ($50.00 refundable damage deposit). Please contact the instructor Meredith Connie (253)722-9299 for questions.
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Young Writers Class
This six week interactive class focuses on encouraging young writers to experiment with different forms of writing. Each week explore a different component and form of writing such as poetry, fiction, articles, and manuscripts. Each class includes a fun writing activity and project. Writers will also be presented with publishing opportunities.
| Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13347 |
Sept. 23-Oct. 28 |
Tue |
6:00-7:00 pm |
Lakewood Com. Center |
- For ages 12 and up
- Fee: $50 (6 weeks)
Register through Parks Administration Office 253-798-4177.
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Mini Movers
Parent and child will play together in this lively and fun class. Songs, dance, music, and games make this the perfect class for toddlers. Emphasis is placed on friendship and fun.
| Course # |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13297 |
Sept. 14-Oct. 19 |
Mon |
10:15-11:00 am |
Frontier Park |
| 13298 |
Oct. 26-Nov. 30 |
Mon |
10:15-11:00 am |
Frontier Park |
- For: Ages 3-4
- Fee: $36 (6 weeks); $18 second child
Contact Pierce County Parks (253)798-4176 to register.
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Little Athletes
Calling all energetic pre-schoolers, here's the class for you! Come to this fun and movin' class where you will play and learn a new sport each week. We focus on team work and good sportsmanship. The instructor has a degree in Physical Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education.
| Course # |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 13301 |
Sept. 14-Oct. 19 |
Mon |
9:20-10:05 am |
Frontier Park |
| 13302 |
Oct. 26-Nov. 30 |
Mon |
9:20-10:05 am |
Frontier Park |
- For: Ages 3-4
- Fee: $36 (6 weeks)
Contact Pierce County Parks (253)798-4176 to register.
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Toe, Tap & Tumble
These dance and movement combination classes will cover beginner and intermediate ballet exercises, tap dancing skills and a progression of gymnastic tumbling. The programs will develop each youngster's flexibility, balance and total body coordination. Students should wear shorts or leotard, tap or hard-soled shoes and soft ballet slippers.
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Level |
| 3-4 |
13082 |
Sept. 26-Nov. 21 |
Sat |
11:10 am-12:10 pm |
Beginner |
| 3-4 |
13089 |
Sept. 26-Nov. 21 |
Sat |
1:20-2:20 pm |
Beginner |
| 3-4 |
13083 |
Sept. 26-Nov. 21 |
Sat |
2:25-3;25 pm |
Intermediate |
| 5-6 |
13084 |
Sept. 26-Nov. 21 |
Sat |
12:15-1:15 pm |
Beginner |
| 5-6 |
13085 |
Sept. 26-Nov. 21 |
Sat |
3:30-4:30 pm |
Intermediate |
| 7-12 |
13087 |
Sept. 26-Nov. 21 |
Sat |
9:00-10:00 am |
Beginner |
| 7-12 |
13086 |
Sept. 26-Nov. 21 |
Sat |
10:05-11:05 am |
Intermediate |
- For Ages 3-12
- Saturday Classes (varied times for different age levels and abilities)
- Location: Sprinker Recreation Center
- Fee: $43 (8 weeks)
Contact Sprinker (253)798-4000 for class dates and to register.
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Puget Sound Gymnastics Program
Introduction to developmental gymnastics through basic tumbling. Clases will focus on strength, flexibility, body awareness and having fun with movement. This is a great foundation for fitness as a way of life from Puget Sound Gymnastics, an internationally competitive school.
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 18 mo-3 |
12878 |
Sept. 14-28 |
Mon |
3:15-4:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 18 mo-3 |
13317 |
Oct. 5-26 |
Mon |
3:15-4:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 18 mo-3 |
13318 |
Nov. 2-23 |
Mon |
3:15-4:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 18 mo-3 |
3319 |
Dec. 7-28 |
Mon |
3:15-4:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 3-5 |
12873 |
Sept. 14-28 |
Mon |
4:00-5:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 3-5 |
13312 |
Oct. 5-26 |
Mon |
4:00-5:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 3-5 |
13313 |
Nov. 2-23 |
Mon |
4:00-5:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| 3-5 |
13314 |
Dec. 7-28 |
Mon |
4:00-5:00 pm |
Lakewood |
| Ages |
Course# |
Dates |
Day |
Time |
Location |
| 5-7 |
13057 |
Sept. 9-30 |
Wed |
4:40-5:40 pm |
Sprinker |
| 5-7 |
13058 |
Sept. 9-30 |
Wed |
5:45-6:45 pm |
Sprinker |
| 5-7 |
13060 |
Oct. 7-28 |
Wed |
4:40-5:40 pm |
Sprinker |
| 5-7 |
13061 |
Oct. 7-28 |
Wed |
5:45-6:45 pm |
Sprinker |
| 5-7 |
13063 |
Nov. 4-25 |
Wed |
4:40-5:40 pm |
Sprinker |
| 5-7 |
13064 |
Nov. 4-25 |
Wed |
5:45-6:45 pm |
Sprinker |
| 5-7 |
13066 |
Dec. 2-30 |
Wed |
4:40-5:40 pm |
Sprinker |
| 5-7 |
13067 |
Dec. 2-30 |
Wed |
5:45-6:45 pm |
Sprinker |
| 8-13 |
13059 |
Sept. 9-30 |
Wed |
6:50-7:50 pm |
Sprinker |
| 8-13 |
13062 |
Oct. 7-28 |
Wed |
6:50-7:50 pm |
Sprinker |
| 8-13 |
13059 |
Nov. 4-25 |
Wed |
6:50-7:50 pm |
Sprinker |
| 8-13 |
13062 |
Dec. 2-30 |
Wed |
6:50-7:50 pm |
Sprinker |
- Ages 3-13
- Monday and Wednesday Classes (varied times for different age levels)
- No classes Sept. 7 and Dec. 23
- Locations: Sprinker Recreation Center and Lakewood Community Center
- Fee: $23 (4 weeks)
Contact Sprinker (253)798-4000 or Parks Admin (253)798-4177 to register.
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