wrc 2013 winter-spring brochure

For your convenience there are 4 easy ways to register; online, by phone, by mail,

(download a registration form) and in person at the Recreation Center at 202

South Jefferson in Wellington.

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Wellington Recreation Commission The WRC is operated through the USD 353. It is governed by five selected residents of Wellington who give their services to the community. The WRC Board holds its regular meetings on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 am at the Recreation Center. Residents are invited to attend and are welcome to make sugges-tions or comments to improve the programs or facilities offered. Board members include; President- Hankie Holefelder, Vice-President- Tamara McCue, Secretary- Matt Barton, members– Amy Jenkins and John Brand.

FITNESS CENTER Membership Special Begin the New Year feeling your best! Enjoy a 1-Year

Membership to the Fitness Center at GREAT SAVINGS! All

new memberships also include a FREE Fitness Assess-ment.

1 Year Single ($40 savings) $160 1 Year Family ($70 savings) $250 1 Year Single Senior ($50 savings) $110 1 Year Family Senior ($50 savings) $190 Offer Expires Jan. 31st, 2013. Fees must be paid in full at the at time of enrollment.

Cody White ................................. Superintendent Marcine Goodrum .............. Asst. Superintendent Tanner Ford ............................... Sports Director Julie Wellington ............. Administrative Manager Crystal Dawson ....... Staff Specialist/Fitness Instr. Maria Holverson ................................ Custodian Cathy Shuck ..................... Concessions Manager Ronnie Metzen .................. Outdoor Maintenance Debbie Zens .............. Fitness Center Coordinator Debbie Murphy ....... Lead Fitness Instructor & PT Cherity Elder ............................ Personal Trainer Airliy Cornejo ......... IT Fitness Center Coordinator

Wellington Fitness Center The Fitness Center, 620-326-3435 is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium. The auditorium is currently being upgraded with ADA modifications, the FC is open to full capacity. OPEN Mon.-Thurs., 5:30 am-9:00 pm, Fri., 5:30 am-7:00 pm Sat., 6:00 -12:00 pm Sun., 1:00 pm-3:00 pm

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility, strength and

well-being. Students are led through stretches, yoga postures

and breathing practices, then guided into deep relaxation. Ideal

for those with chronic pain or stress, illness or injury. Leave

your troubles behind, wear comfortable clothing and join us!

DAY/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays

TIME: 6:30—7:15 pm

PRICE: $32

INSTRUCTOR: Sadie Black, CT

MIN: 7 MAX: 25

SUNRISE YOGA This fast-paced yoga class is designed to strengthen the

body and mind through synchronized breathing and flow-

ing movement. The Vinyasa class utilizes movement as

well as stretching. Sadie will instruct you to move from

one pose (asana) to the next on an inhale or an exhale for

a great cardio workout.

DAYS: Thursdays

TIME: 6:15—6:45 am

PRICE: $20

INSTRUCTOR: Sadie Black, CT

MINIMUM: 7 MAXIMUM: 25

Not sure which classes are right for you? Preview our variety of classes for FREE to help you decide! Register by Jan. 7th

at the WRC or on-line @ www.wellingtonrec.com.

HI / LO An energetic, upbeat aerobics class that is sure to get your body

moving with high and low impact movements. A great workout

for all levels of fitness enthusiasts, this class combines cardio-

vascular training and toning exercises, for a superior total body

workout. Hi/Lo Power Mix utilizes a wide range of

equipment including kickboxing, resistance bands,

and free weights

DAY/TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays

TIME: 5:30-6:30 pm

PRICE: $42

INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Murphy, CT

MINIMUM: 7 MAXIMUM: 25

ZUMBA FITNESS Ditch the workout … and join the party!! Zumba fuses hyp-

notic Latin rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dy-

namic program that will blow you away. Join people across

America that have decided that having

fun and working out are not mutually

exclusive.

DAY/TIME: Mon. & Thurs.

TIME: 7:15-8:15 pm

PRICE: $35

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Tracy, CT CT

MIN: 7 MAX: 25

BUTZ & GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of

core stability. Discover the exciting combination of yoga,

flexibility training and strength training to tighten your abs,

lower back and glutes. Please note, Butz & Gutz free trial will

be held January 14th-18th; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

and Friday at 5:30-6:15 pm.

DAY/TIME: Mondays & Wednesdays

TIME: 5:30-6:15 pm

PRICE: $32

INSTRUCTOR: Crystal Dawson,aCT

MINIMUM: 7

MAXIMUM: 25

ZUMBA TONE When it comes to body sculpting, Zumba Toning raises

the bar (or rather, the toning stick). It combines targeted

body-sculpting exercises and a high-energy cardio work

with Latin-infused Zumba moves to create a calorie-

torching, strength-training dance fitness-party!

DAYS: Mondays

TIME: 6:15-7:15 pm

PRICE: $22

INSTRUCTOR: Cindy Tracy, CT MINIMUM: 7 MAXIMUM 25

FITNESS CLASS SESSIONS New this Winter-Spring! For our fitness participants‟ convenience, class sessions are longer, three 6-week sessions re-

places the four 4-week sessions previously held. The costs are actually lower, if you enroll in all sessions you are receiv-

ing 18 weeks of classes instead of 16 weeks! All classes will be held at the WRC.

Session 1; Jan. 21-Feb. 28 Session 2; Mar. 4– Apr. 18 Session 3; Apr.22-May 30 Classes on this page are designed for ages 14 through adult. Classes will not be held during Spring Break Mar. 18th-22nd.

Ditch the Workout,

Join the party!

SilverSneakers©

The SilverSneakers Fitness Program is the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults. Join our Silver Sneakers instructor, Crystal Dawson stay active and have fun all at the same time! Move to the music through a variety

of exercises designed to in increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. To find out more, call

Crystal at the Rec Center, 326-3323. This class is Free of charge and held at the Recreation Center.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, ongoing 10:30-11:15 am INSTRUCTOR: Crystal Dawson

Ongoing Fitness Classes– Winter/Spring 2012

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

am 6:15-6:45am

Sunrise Yoga

am

10:30-11:15am

Silver Sneakers 10:30-11:15am

Silver Sneakers 9:00-9:45am

Rock and Roll Kids

10:00-11:30am

Goju-Ryu Karate

pm

pm 5:30-6:15pm

Butz & Gutz

6:15-7:15pm

Zumba Tone

5:30-6:30pm

Hi/Lo Fusion

6:30-7:15pm

Gentle Yoga

5:30-6:15pm

Butz & Gutz

5:30-6:30pm

Hi/Lo Fusion

6:30-7:15pm

Gentle Yoga

pm 7:15-8:15pm

Zumba Fitness

7:30-9:30pm

Goju-Ryu Karate

7:15-8:15pm

Zumba Fitness

Student Special All students, high school and college, may purchase a one month membership for ONLY $10, to the Fitness Center thru the end of May! Students must show their current Student ID (or other proof of current enroll-ment) when purchasing their memberships at the FC. Students 14 & 15 years old must have an adult mem-ber (18 or older) with them to work out. 16 year olds may work out alone.

FITNESS CENTER SPECIALS Sweetheart Special- Valid for February 1st-28th. Buy or renew a membership and get a second new single

membership for a friend or family for 1/2 price. March Madness!- Sign in when you come to work out 12 or more times from March 1st-31st and your name will be put into a drawing to win a 3 month single membership! Spring Into Fitness- Buy 1 get a 2nd for 1/2 price! Valid from April 1st-30th. 2 month single $37.50 2 month family $60.00 2 month single Senior $30.00 2 month family Senior $45.00

We have amazing Fitness Instructors & Trainers! Debbie Murphy is a Certified Personal Trainer and fitness instructor with over 34 years of experience at the Fitness Center. Debbie shares her ‘wealth of wellness’ knowledge for the benefit of her students, some have been taking her classes for many years. Sadie Black, CT has been the instructor for the ever popular Yoga classes, (a 6:15 am morning class has been added) for the past 5 years. Cindy Tracy came to the WRC in 2011 and fit right in with our schedule. She enjoys instructing the energetic Zumba classes. Crystal Dawson is the WRC’s SilverSneaker instructor, she makes sure our senior citizens stay limber and ac-tive Crystal’s enthusiasm make Silver Sneakers fun for all. She also instructs the Gutz & Butz class. Cherity Elder is a Certified Personal Trainer, who just joined the Fitness team. Welcome Cherity!

PERSONAL TRAINING The WRC is excited to introduce a new Personal Trainer to the Fitness Center, Cherity Elder! Cherity is a Wellington native, and has recently been certified through NETA (National Exercise Trainer As-sociation) as a Personal Trainer. Cherity joins seasoned qualified trainer, Debbie Murphy to assist the inexperienced and experienced exerciser to reach their fitness goals with new techniques and workouts. We have you covered for all your fitness needs! The Personal Training consists of one-on-one hourly sessions at which members will be introduced to new exercises, instructed in proper technique, and given advice on nutrition. If you need variety in your workout, let our personal train-ers kick it up a notch! Sessions usually include a cardiovascular warm-up followed by strength train-ing and ends with stretching. Who would benefit from Personal Training? Everyone! Our trainers can help you gain speed and strength for a specific sport, or help you with goals of weight loss or gain. Whatever your goal is, we will help you achieve it! One-on-One Individual Sessions: Cherity; after 4:00 pm weekdays, Weekends by appointment Debbie; Tue. & Thur. after 6:30 pm

MEALS IN MINUTES This hands on class will share useful information about how to plan healthful meals, prepare tasty, low-cost

foods that are quick and easy and help make dollars last through the month. We will work together to prepare three tasty and nutritious meals to feed a family of five that your family team will take home after class. Youth 12 years and up may attend with parent. Register by February 21st. DATE: Sunday, Feb. 24th TIME: 3:00-5:30 pm PRICE: $35.00 LOCATION: WRC MINIMUM: 5 MAXIMUM: 10

NUTRITION FOOD ANALYSIS

Are you always wondering as you are going down the aisle at the store if that product you are putting in your cart is really that good for you? Ann Hunter can help. Ann, a registered and licensed dietitian works with the dietary department at SRMC and is also an instructor at Wichita State University. She will look at some popular food products and give you alternatives and suggestions to increase your nutritional wellness. Call the WRC at 326-3323, look at wellingtonrec.com or Facebook for date class will be held in March.

DATE/DAY: March– Exact date TBD TIME: 5:30-6:30 pm PRICE: Free LOCATION: WRC, downstairs

Kid’s Club is open for 2nd-5th graders, K-1st gr. may at-tend if accompanied by an older sibling. Adult supervision provided. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday from 3:30-5:00 pm. CLOSED WEDNESDAYS & Days

that USD 353 is not in session.

FRIDAY FUNDAYS!! Join us for special fun activities;

contests, crafts, video madness and movies with free popcorn.

Note to Parents & Students

Doors will open at the begin-ning of the dances. Please do not drop children off more than 5 minutes before dances start. Parents need to be prompt in picking their chil-dren @ 10 pm. School Dress Code enforced. NO

shorts, sweatpants, halter or spa-

ghetti strap tops, hats or visors al-

lowed. You will be asked to call

your parents to pick you up so you

can change clothes or you will not

be allowed to enter, if dress code is

not followed.

REDLINE AFTER GAME

PIZZA PARTY Activities include dodgeball, basketball, video

games, relays & music. Please note that students

will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

event is over, or a parent comes to pick them up.

Friday, 9:00-11:00 pm

Feb. 1st after Mulvane Homecoming

AT: Memorial Aud .

$3 Admission at the door

Dances take place from 8-10 pm @ the WRC. Admission is $5 for all dances. Back Door Passes will be available for purchase at the middle school during the lunch period the day of the dance and at the Rec Center. Saturday • January 12th • ‘Glow’ In the New Year! Saturday • February 16th • Valentine’s Dance *Semi-Formal, Let’s glam it up for Valentine’s Day! Saturday • March 9th • St. Patty’s Wear green to win fabulous prizes! Saturday • April 13th • Spring Fling Dance

Friday • May 10th • School’s Out Party *Semi-Formal– nice dress cloths should be worn, jeans

(black jeans OK), shorts, or hats/visors will not be allowed.

Please note; the location of the RedLine events above are scheduled to take place at the Memorial Auditorium at the time this brochure was printed. The actual location of some or all of the events is subject to change.

REDLINE NIGHT OUT We know that teens need their own

space sometimes. At this event 6th

-8th graders can enjoy video

games, music, snacks and activi-

ties with friends their own age.

Fridays, Apr. 5th & May 3rd

8:30-10:30 pm

AT: Memorial Aud.

$3 Admission at the door

PAINTBALL TRIP Run, crawl, or dive behind a tree stump, an old car, or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire! We‟re planning our Spring

trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine. Players may use their own equipment, but must buy paintballs at the

course ($5 for 100 paintballs). Find your camouflage, tell your friends and come prepared for fun.

DATE: April 6th, Saturday

AGE: 6th-12th Grade

TIME: Bus Leaves at 12:15 pm from WRC, & returns to WRC @ 5:30 pm

FEE: $35 (includes 500 paintballs, equipment rental & transportation)

For more information on paintballs, Nitrogen & CO2 refills, etc. call the WRC. Bring your own snacks & wear long

sleeves, etc. for the trip. All participants must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardian’s signature.

Moms, enjoy a special evening just for you and your son! Aunts, grandmothers and caregivers are

also welcome to the Bowling Party at Meadow Lanes Bowling Alley. We will start the evening with

two games of bowling. After bowling we will enjoy pizza and pop. Please register at the WRC or

on-line by Wednesday, Apr. 10th at 5:00 pm. A $5 late fee will be charged Thursday and Friday,

Apr. 11th & 12th. Maximum ‘bumper’ lanes– 5.

The Wellington Recreation Center and the Chamber of Commerce are going on the road together– for a ski trip to Winter Park! Winter Park offers awesome skiing and fantastic views of the Colorado mountain scenery. A $50 deposit to the WRC or Chamber office reserves your seat on the bus. Con-tact the Chamber at 326-7446 or the Recreation Center at 326-3323 for additional information. Price does not include lift tickets or meals. Reservation deadline is Wednesday, Jan. 2nd, 2013.

Sleeper bus transportation, free shuttles to slope, 2 nights lodging at Beaver Village Condos; (with full kitchens, pool, hot tub), ski equipment; (skis, poles, boots) and experienced guides to take care of all the details

and see to it that you have a great time!

* Estimated times. Presented by the Wellington Recreation Center and the Wellington Chamber of Commerce in cooperation with the Slope in Wichita.

Easter Eggcellent Hunt Grab your flashlights and bring your whole family for this special egg hunt. We‟ll start the evening playing

Easter games with the Easter bunny and as soon as it‟s dark start the hunt. Each egg has been filled with candy

or coupons from participating sponsors, including gold and silver eggs with a special currency! After the hunt

we‟ll enjoy Easter treats. Participants are required to bring their own flashlight (no larger than 2 “D” cell bat-

teries). Children 10 & younger must be accompanied by an adult. Rain-out location; the Armory. Please reg-

ister by Tue., Mar. 26th. Late Fee of $5 per family applies Wed. & Thurs. (3/27 & 3/28).

Minimum; 20, Maximum; 80. Thurs., Mar. 28th, 8-9 p.m. For All Families At Melody Bowl

$6 per person, $4 each for 3 or more within family

Thank you to these Sponsors; Security State Bank, 1st National Bank,

Wal-Mart, & Aquatic Center

Fathers, uncles and grandfathers put on your dancing shoes, and gather up your favorite sweetie for the

DADDY DAUGHTER DISNEY PRINCESS PARTY! Your daughter can be a princess for an evening, like

Cinderella, Belle, Ariel, Snow White, Jasmine, Ella among other fairytale friends. Again this year to make

your evening more enjoyable, we will offer hor ‟dorves and scrumptious snacks the first hour and dessert

from 7:30-8:30 pm for you to dine at your leisure. The evening also includes special keepsake photos by

Susan‟s Portrait Designs, fun contests, door prizes, and special gifts for each girl. Dress; FUN and „princess‟

party attire. Event will be held at the Recreation Center. Please register at the WRC by Wednesday, Feb. 27th at

5:00 pm. A $5 late fee will be charged Thursday, Feb. 28th and Friday, Mar. 1st.

Searching for a fun and easy way to celebrate a birthday? Stress no longer– let us plan your

child‟s party! The Wellington Recreation Commission offers three birthday party packages

that each last 1 ½ hours and each include use of the game room facility, trained staff to set

up, run party and clean up. Please reserve parties two weeks in advance to insure availability.

THE

GAMES:

$45, up to 25

guests.

THE PARTY: $70, up to

12 guests. Includes cake,

punch, plates, party favors

and personalized banner.

THE WORKS: $90 up to 12 guests. In-

cludes cake, punch, plates, party favors,

personalized banner, 12 helium balloons

and party favors, 15 birthday invitations and

12 make & take crafts.

YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE Come signup for a sport that children of all ages can enjoy.

This is a great sport to learn about teamwork and learn new

skills. Each participant is required to wear shin guards for

safety purposes. Teams will be divided after the Skills assess-

ment. Shirts are provided. Registration begins in January.

DAYS/DATE: M, TH Starting April 8th

PRICE: $35, $45 after deadline

AGE: 1st/2nd Grade

3rd/4th Grade

5th-8th Grade

SKILLS ASSESSMENT: Sat. March 16th

Reg. Deadline: Wed. March 13th

SPRING BREAK OPEN GYM Have nothing to do when you are out of school? Interested in

playing basketball, Wii, PS2/3, xbox and other fun games?

Come join us for fun and games when school is not in session.

Supervision will be provided.

DATES: Spring Break (Mar. 18-22)

TIME: 1:00-4:00 pm

AGE: 4th-12th Graders

PRICE: $2/Visit

LOCATION: Memorial Auditorium

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open to the entire community, for both youth and adults with

plenty of basketball goals available. Individual shooting or play

pick up games; so gather your friends, teammates, or family

members to enjoy a little Sunday afternoon basketball. Supervi-

sion & balls provided.

DATE: Now thru March 3rd

DAY: Sundays

TIME: 12:30-3:30 pm-Middle Schoolers-Adults

PRICE: $1.00 each Sunday

LOCATION: Wellington High School

INSTRUCTIONAL SOCCER Kicking, Heading, Passing, and Dribbling are just a few of the

many fundamental skills taught during this 6 week class. So if

you have a child with the desire to learn some basic skills and

techniques this is a great beginner class for them. Shin guards

are a must for the safety of the children.

PRICE: $25

DATE: April 6th-27th

DAY: Saturdays

TIME: 10:00-11:00 a.m.

AGE: 5 years & Kindergarten

INSTRUCTOR: WRC Staff

WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC Get a head start on softball season this winter! WHS coach T.D.

Buck will instruct students on hitting and fielding to improve

their skills. Classes may be combined if they do not maintain a

minimum of six students each.

DATES/TIMES: Feb. 16th 1:00-2:30

Feb. 17th 2:00-3:30

AGES: 9-14

PRICE: $50

INSTRUCTOR: T.D. Buck LOCATION: Armory/Rock Island

The City Wide Track Meet will be held on Friday,

May 3rd at the Middle School Track Field.

BLASTBALL

Are your children too young to play T-ball but need to get out

and play ball? Blastball is a new non-competitive sport used to

teach kids the basics of hitting and fielding. Blastball will help

kids get a head start on fundamentals and further prepare them

for T-Ball. Don‟t be afraid to sign up to coach; rules are simple,

no practices are required, and the game is fun for everyone.

COACHES MEETING: May 23rd 6:00pm at the Recrea-

tion Center.

DAY/DATE: Wednesdays starting June 5th

TIME: 6:00-8:00

AGE: 3-4 At time of first game (June 5th)

PRICE: $20.00 per player

LOCATION: Eisenhower Elementary Playing Fields

T-BALL The goal of this league is to help kids develop skills for base-

ball and softball. Coaches are encouraged to be involved on the

field to help teach the proper techniques during games. A par-

ent/coaches meeting will be held on THURSDAY MAY 23rd

at 7:00pm to divide up teams. REGISTRATION DEADLINE

MAY 17th.

DAY/DATE: Mondays starting June 3rd

TIME: Games begin at 6:00pm

AGE: 5-6 Year Olds

PRICE: $25.00 per player

LOCATION: Jefferson Park

YOUTH COACH PITCH This recreational league is designed to teach basic fundamentals

of baseball/softball in two separate leagues, one for boys and

one for girls (IF OUR NUMBERS ALLOW US TO DO SO.)

All players bat & play in the field during the entire game.

Games are played at Jefferson Park & each player receives a

shirt and a hat. Registration begins January 7. No Skill As-

sessment for Coach Pitch.

DAYS/DATE: M, T, TH Starting June 3rd

PRICE: $30

AGE: 7 & 8 years old

PRACTICE BEGINS: After May 3rd coaches meeting

COACHES MEETING: Thu May 2nd, 6:00 pm

LATE FEE: $10 After April 26

REG. DEADLINE: Friday, Apri1 26

BABE RUTH SOFTBALL

RECREATIONAL LEAGUE * Please see ―Note to parents‖ in right column. *

The age groups consisting of this league are 10U and 12U.

New players and those moving to the next age division will

participate in the Skill Assessment and then be drafted to teams

by the coaches. Players returning to the same age division will

remain with the team that drafted them the previous year. A

shirt and hat will be provided to all players. This softball

league is a member of the South Central League. Wellington

teams need to QUALIFY through league play to play in post-

season. Coaches are allowed to take their team to any ASA

post-season tournament even though we are not affiliated with

ASA. Registration begins January 7. Age determination

date is 01/01/13. Copy of birth certificate is required.

PRICE: $50

DIVISIONS: 9 & 10 year olds

11 & 12 year olds

COACHES MEETING: Thu. April 4, 6:30 pm

COACHES CERTIFICATION: Wed., April 3, 7:00 pm

LATE FEE: $10 after March 29 deadline

REG. DEADLINE: Friday, March 29

Skill Assessments:

Saturday, April 6 at Worden Park Fields.

9 & 10 yr. olds: Noon-1:00pm

NOTE TO PARENTS THERE WILL BE AN END TO THE SEASON

SWIM PARTY FOR EACH PARTICIPANT IN

SUMMER SPORTS LEAGUES ON AUG. 4th AT

THE WELLINGTON FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER.

CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL

RECREATIONAL LEAGUE Cal Ripekn Baseball is back in Wellington for another season!

This league is for those who wish to play at a recreational level

and learn skills needed to play baseball. New players and those

moving to the next age division will participate in the Skill

Assessment and then be drafted to teams by the coaches. Play-

ers returning to the same age division will remain with the team

that drafted them the previous year. A shirt and hat will be

provided to all players. Registration begins January 7. Age

determination date is 04/30/13. Copy of birth certificate is

required.

PRICE: $50

DIVISIONS: 9 & 10 year olds

11 & 12 year olds

PRACTICE BEGINS: Week of April 9th

COACHES MEETING: Thur., April 4, 6:00 pm

COACHES CERTIFICATION: Thur., April 4, 7:00 pm

LATE FEE: $10 after March 29

REG. DEADLINE: Friday, March 29

Skill Assessments:

Saturday, April 6th at Worden Park Fields.

9 & 10 yr. olds: 10:00am-11:00am

11 & 12 yr. olds: 11:00am-Noon

ARMORY WILL BE USED AS ALTERNATE LOCA-

TION IN CASE OF RAINY WEATHER

**Game schedule will interlock with the

South Central League**

CAL RIPKEN BASEBALL

OPEN LEAGUE The Wellington Cal Ripken Open League is being offered to

players and teams who wish to play at a more competitive

level. Teams in this league will have first priority for post sea-

son play. Coaches of teams wishing to play in this league must

fill out a roster form and return it to the WRC by March 29th.

ONLY TEAM REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Activity fee will go towards tournament fees and uniforms.

Players must be from Wellington or in the USD 353 School

District. Registration begins January 7th. Age determina-

tion date is 04/30/13. Copy of birth certificate is required.

PRICE: $100 per player

DIVISIONS: 9 & 10 year olds

11 & 12 year olds

PRACTICE BEGINS: First week of April

COACHES MEETING: Tues., April 2, 6:00 pm

REG. DEADLINE: Friday, March 29

BABE RUTH SOFTBALL

OPEN LEAGUE This is an open league and is being offered to players and

teams who wish to play at a more competitive level. Teams in

this league will have first priority for post season play. Coaches

of teams wishing to play in this league must fill out a roster

form and return it to the WRC by March 29th. ONLY TEAM

REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Activity fee

will go towards tournament fees and uniforms. Players must be

from Wellington or in the USD 353 School District. Registra-

tion begins January 7th. Age determination date is

01/01/13. Copy of birth certificate is required.

PRICE: $100 per player

DIVISIONS: 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U-18U

11 & 12 year olds

PRACTICE BEGINS: First week of April

COACHES MEETING: Tues., April 2, 6:00 pm

REG. DEADLINE: Friday, March 29

Please note: All programs and schedules listed in this guide are subject to change according

to the USD 353 school and community calendars. Updates will be listed on

wellingtonrec.com, Wellington Recreation Facebook, announced at schools and

other media.

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season in the brand new

batting cages put up at the Armory. There are two cages to hit

in and were put up by the WRC for anyone to work on their

skills at anytime during the year. NOTE: TEAMS THAT

ARE FORMED THROUGH THE WRC CAN USE THE

CAGES FREE OF CHARGE AFTER TEAMS HAVE

BEEN FORMED AND HAVE STARTED PRACTICING.

THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE PRE-SEASON

TOURNAMENT TEAMS. ALL OTHER

TEAMS OR INDIVIDUALS WILL AD-

HERE TO THE PRICES BELOW. Ball

screens, pitching machines and balls will be

provided.

PRICE:$10/hr TIME: TBD: Must sign up

at WRC Office

LOCATION: Armory

INSTRUCTION: Available for an additional $10

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Get ready for volleyball! Team roster forms may be picked up

at the Rec Center, all teams must be registered by Feb. 8th.

Captains meeting, Feb. 16th at 6:30pm at the WRC.

DAYS/DATES: Mondays Feb. 25 thru March. (End Date de-

pends on number of teams)

TIME: Matches on 2 courts: Starting at 7:00pm

AGE: 16 & Older (A waiver must be signed by a

parent for participants under 18).

PRICE: $75/Team MINIMUM: 4 Teams

ADULT NOON PICK-UP BASKETBALL Come be a player at the old Junior High Gym each Monday,

Wednesday, and Friday from noon to 1:00 pm for pick-up

games of basketball. The fee is a $1 per visit and is paid by the

quarter at the Fitness Center or WRC.

1st quarter $20 January, February, & March

2nd Quarter: $20 April, May, & June

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate brings a pathway to internal peace, self disci-

pline, physical fitness, a peaceful way of life and a tradition of

respectfully serving others with honor. Instructor Steve Rey-

nolds is a 4th degree black belt and has studied for years in

Wichita. Steve encourages all age groups to register, especially

adolescents and adults as positive role models for the younger

participants. Family‟s are welcome and encouraged!

DAYS/TIMES: Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 pm &

Saturdays, 10:00 -11:30 am

DATES: Session 1: Jan. 1st-29th

Session 2: Feb. 2nd-26th

Session 3: Mar. 2nd-30th

Session 4: Apr. 2nd-30th

Session 5: May 4th-28th

AGE: 8 yrs. & up

PRICES: $25 a session per person

$40 a session per family

INSTRUCTOR: Steve Reynolds

LOCATION: Recreation Center

STROKE REFINEMENT Join the Wellington Swim Team for pre-season training this

spring. Volunteers are needed to help transport the partici-

pants, please help with the carpooling if you can. Please pre-

register by the Friday before the first training day. If a swim-

mer is not pre-registered, they will not be able to enter the wa-

ter. Dates, day and time will be announced on the WRC web-

site and Facebook page when available. For additional informa-

tion, please contact Jeff Bonham at 316-993-1071.The Wel-

lington Swim Team is part of the Great Plains Swim League

and USA Swimming.

DATE/DAY: TBD

TIME: TBD

AGE: 5-18 yr.

PRICE: $27.00

LOCATION: South Western College White P.E. Indoor

Aquatic Center

What better way to improve fitness, condition and cultivate

your swimming ability than participating in a FUN summer

sport that could some day save your life? Swimming is great

conditioning for other sports as well! Football, softball, tennis,

you name it ~ Swimming works every muscle in your body and

takes your cardio ability to a whole new level.

Wellington Swim Team is a member of the Great Plains Swim

League and USA Swimming. Swimmers will compete in

weekly swim meets against swimmers in the same age group

this summer. Swim Meet locations and dates and prices will be

published in the Summer brochure. Enrollment in summer

swimming lessons is highly recommended.

PRACTICE: May 20th-July 19th

DAYS: Monday-Friday

TIME: 8:00-10:00 a.m.

AGES: 5-18 yr.

COACHES: To be announced

PRICE: *TBD Covers coaches & lifeguards at

practice & meets

*TBD Missouri Valley Fee (Insurance)

*Other fees may apply if swimmer attends championship

finals.

LOCATION: Wellington Aquatic Center

BABE RUTH SOFTBALL: REC LEAGUE Another season of girl‟s fast pitch softball is coming soon. Get

with your friends and travel to surrounding communities to

improve your softball skills in this recreatonal league. For

more information contact the Recreation Commission.

Copy of birth certificate is required. Age determination

date is 1/1/2013.

PRICE/AGE: $50 =14U $50 =15-18 year olds

LATE FEE: $10 After March 29th

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Fri., March 29th

SKILL ASSESSMENT: TBA

WELLINGTON SWIM TEAM

KIDZ CUPCAKEZ We are cookin‟ up some fun in this class! We‟ll

bake yummy cupcakes and make fruity sundae

cones, with enough to take home. Also make some

cool friggie magnets to hold your recipe cards.

DAY: Monday

DATE: Mar. 25th

TIME: 4:00-5:00 pm

AGE: 3-6 yrs.

PRICE: $10

INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Zens

LOCATION: Recreation Center

MIN: 6 MAX: 14

PRINCESSES & PIXIE DUST Come and be a princess at this special party! We will create

sparkly crowns, magic wands and model magic fairies. We‟ll

also read a story and feast on petite princess snacks.

DAY: Monday

DATE: Jan. 28th

TIME: 4:00-5:00 pm

AGE: 3-6 yrs.

PRICE: $10

INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Zens

LOCATION: Elsass Art Center

MIN: 6 MAX: 14

MOTHER’S DAY DISH Join us and make a really special dish for your mother

for Mother‟s Day! You will glue together mosaic

stained glass pieces for your dish, which will be fired

and slumped, and ready for pick up by April 30th at the

Rec Center.

DAY: Monday

DATE: April 22nd

TIME: 4:00-5:00 pm

AGE: 6-12 yr.

PRICE: $12

INSTRUCTOR:Debbie Zens

LOCATION: Rec. Center

MINIMUM: 6 MAXIMUM: 12

SPORTS & GARDEN STONES Paint a round stepping stone to look like a basketball, softball

or baseball or garden „cobble‟ stone. Its fun and easy with our

stamps and stencils.

DAY: Monday

DATE: February 25th

TIME: 3:45-5:00 p.m.

AGE: 6-12 yrs.

PRICE: $12

INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Zens

MINIMUM: 6 MAXIMUM: 12

Unless otherwise noted, all supplies will be provided for all of the Leisure Arts Classes. Participants will be

provided with a smock to wear in class, if the art project warrants it.

SUPER SLOPPY FUN Blubber, gook, finger paints, play dough and paint bombs–

we‟ll do it all. The best part is leaving the tidying to us! Dress

for getting messy, art aprons will be provided.

DAY/DATE: Monday, Feb. 4th

TIME: 4:00-5:00 pm

AGE: 3-6 yrs.

PRICE: $10

INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Zens

LOCATION: Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM: 6 MAXIMUM: 14

ROCK & ROLL KIDS Jump into this energetic introduction to gymnastics

with experienced instructor Jennifer Kinyon with

The Turning Pointe. Students will learn to jump, roll

and tumble while enjoying music and fun-filled edu-

cational games.

DAY: Saturdays

TIME: 9:00-9:45 am

DATES: Sess. 1; Jan. 26-Feb. 16

Sess. 2; Feb. 23-Mar. 16

AGE: 5-10 yr.

PRICE: $16

INSTRUCTOR: Jennifer Kinyon

LOCATION: Recreation Center

MINIMUM: 7 MAX: 16

Children’s Theater of Wellington presents... Peter Pan!

Coming in Spring, 2013

Donations can be sent to: Fly Pan! P.O. Box 573;

Wellington KS 67152

WHS CHEERLEADING CAMP Join the WHS Cheerleading squad in this fun and energetic class! Participants will be taught cheers, chants,

stunts, jumps, and dance routines. Participants need to wear tennis shoes or dancing shoes, and comfortable

clothes. Class fee includes a Cheer Camp t-shirt that will be worn at the performance.

Register by Friday, Jan. 25th so that we may get your t-shirt order in.

The class will perform their routine that they learn at halftime of the WHS boys

basketball game on Homecoming night, Friday, Feb. 1st. The game will start at

7:30 pm.

PRACTICES: Tue. and Thur., Jan. 22nd & 24th, 3:45-5:00 pm @ WRC

GRADES: Kind-8th gr.

PERFORMANCE: Friday, Feb. 1st during half time @ boys basketball game

PRICE: $18 includes team t-shirt

INSTRUCTORS: WHS Cheerleading Squad

MIN: 10 MAX: 30

CROCHET Discover how fun and easy it is to crochet! Crochet

is a creative and relaxing way to pass the time. Join

us and learn the basic crochet stitches, start and end

your work and turn simple yarn into something

unique. Yarn and crochet hook provided.

DAYS: Thursdays

DATE: Feb. 21-28

6:30-8:30 pm

PRICE: $16

INSTRUCTOR:Sarah Lawrence

LOCATION: WRC, upstairs

Do you think that you are „artistically challenged‟? If

the answer is yes, then this art class is just what

you‟re looking for to bring out that creative side!

Marcine will provide direction in a step by step proc-

ess to help you discover your inner adult and yes,

everyone has one! This artistic experience for for

everyone, from seasoned painters to the ‟young at

heart‟. Its fun and stress-free and a great way to meet

new and old friends. You will complete a 16 x 20

acrylic painting in class.

DAY/DATE: Monday, Feb. 18

TIME: 6:30-8:30 pm

PRICE: $25

INSTRUCTOR: Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION: Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM: 6 MAXIMUM: 12

SENIOR DAYS Join the WRC and Sumner County Care Center for

special activities at the Senior Center this spring.

Dates to be determined, please call the WRC at 326

-3323 for more information at a later date.

MOSAIC MAGIC Bring your imagination and broken china to this class!

We‟ll create a one-of-a-kind address plaque or bird

house using broken china and stained glass. We‟ll

make a design and mosaic pieces with glue the first

night, then apply grout the second. All supplies are

included in the fee, but you may bring your own china

if you wish.

DAY/DATE: Monday, Apr. 1, 5:30-7:30 pm

Tuesday, Apr. 2, 5:30-6:30 pm

PRICE: $22

INSTRUCTOR: Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION: Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM: 4 MAXIMUM: 8