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Preschool Programs

For safety purposes, unless otherwise stated, the following classes are for the registered participants only. We ask you to leave your child in our care during class and to pick them up promptly when class is over. Children need to be three years old and potty trained by the first day of class. If minimum registration has not been met, the class may be cancelled.

Create Recreation
Opportunities for Children

By making donations to the Paradise Recreation & Park District Children’s Program Fund. Please help provide for Ridge youth who would like to participate in recreation classes or sports programs, but may be limited by income restrictions.
For more information call
Sally Higbee, Recreation Supervisor at 872-6393.

Hawaiian Dance for You & Me

Dance to the rhythm of the Islands!!
This exciting class is designed for children who wish to learn the graceful art of Hula. Students will focus on learning basic footwork, hand gestures and some language for the beginning Hula. A perfect blend of education, fitness, and fun! No previous
dance experience needed. Parents are asked to participate in this class with your child. Wear comfortable clothing.
INSTRUCTOR: Pat Hall
Wed 10:00-10:45am 4 wks 2-5yrs
SESSION: July 7-July 28
LOCATION: Recreation Center
FEE: $28.00

SPORTS FOR ME

This camp will expose your preschool aged child to the fundamental skills required for these active sports. Basketball, Soccer, T-ball, frisbee. Horseshoes, . Ring toss and kick ball will be introduce in a positive atmosphere. Children are asked to bring a small lunch or snack to class.
INSTRUCTOR: Lori McCoslin

Wed
  12:15pm-1:15pm         3-5yrs
SESSION : June 16-July 21
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $39.00

Thurs   12:15pm-1:15pm      3-5yrs
SESSION I: June 17-July 22
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $39.00

LITTLE HANDS GARDENING

Hands on gardening and how to be “green “ in their everyday life. Small lessons to introduce your preschooler to leaving a smaller carbon footprint. A special visit from Jennifer of Northern Recycling will add to the fun of being green. Children are asked to bring a small lunch or snack to class.

 INSTRUCTOR: Lori McCoslin
Mon   12:15pm-1:15pm       3-5yrs
SESSION: June 14-July 19
FEE: $39.00

Tues   12:15pm-1:15pm      3-5yrs
SESSION: June 15-July 20
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $39.00

SUMMERTIME TOTS

Sign up your child to join in our summertime fun. These hours will be spent on arts & crafts, sharing, organized indoor & outdoor games, creative play, and more. This creative children’s recreational program will enhance your child’s physical, social, and emotional well being. Running, jumping and lots of water play for these warm weeks.
INSTRUCTOR: Lori McCoslin
M/W 9:30am-Noon     3-5yrs
SESSION: June 14-July 21
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $75.00

T/TH
9:30am-Noon    3-5yrs
SESSION: June 15-July 22
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $75.00

TOT-NASTICS

This program introduces basic gymnastics instruction to children 3-5 years. Participants will be involved in strength building exercises, tumbling, and balance beam.
INSTR: Lori McCoslin
Fri   10:45-11:45am                    3-5yrs
SESS:   June 18-July 23
LOC: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $39.00

BALLET

This class introduces children to the fundamentals of ballet. It will include ballet positions, barre and floor exercises, balance and coordination in a fun, learning environment. Girls and boys are welcome.
INSTR: Trudi Angel
Wed   3:30-4:30pm                  Preschool -6GR
SESS: July 7-28
LOC: Northern California              Ballet Co.
       5794 Clark Road
FEE:  $28.00

COOKING BONANZA
**NEW CLASS**

This class will get your child’s feet wet in the workd of cooking. They will learn some basics while having fun in the kitchen. A supply fee of $10.00 is to be paid to the instructor on the first
day of class.
INSTR: Jani Polk
Thurs 12:30-2:00pm
            4-6 years
SESS: June 10-July 1
LOC: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $25.00

Tot-Soccer

In this class children will learn coordination and introductory soccer skills, kicking, passing, and the basic idea of soccer. Your child will connect with others his/her age in learning cooperation and teamwork. Come join us at Moore Road Ball Park for some exercise and fun.
INSTR:  Lori McCoslin
Fri    9:00-10:00am                3-5yrs
SESS:  June 18-July 23
LOC: Moore Road Ball Park
FEE:  $39.00