lakes area recreation fall/winter 2011-2012 catalog

Office: (320) 762- -3010 www.lakesarearecreation.com

720 Fillmore Street, Suite B020 Alexandria, MN 56308 Office: (320) 762-2868 Hotline: (320) 762-3010

Fax: (320) 762-2944 www.lakesarearecreation.com

Fall/Winter 2011 2012

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Lakes Area Recreation

is a Joint Powers Agreement between School District #206, the City of Alexandria, and the townships of Alexandria and La Grand. Board

meetings are the fourth Thursday of the month at the Douglas County Service Center.

Funding Townships & Villages Alexandria Public Schools Hudson Township Alexandria City Ida Township Alexandria Township Lake Mary Township La Grand Township Miltona Township Belle River Township Moe Township Carlos City Nelson City Carlos Township Osakis Township Forada City Spruce Hill Township

Douglas County is also a partner by providing reduced rent for the Lakes Area Recreation Center located in the Douglas County Service Center.

The Mission Statement

of Lakes Area Recreation is to provide recreation and leisure time activities in the broadest sense to all residents of School

District #206, using school district, city, and township facilities and funding, along with private resources when available.

REGISTER ONLINE TODAY

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Lakes Area Recreation Board Members Bryon Alstead Alexandria Township Dave Anderson Alexandria Public Schools Michael Bouressa City of Alexandria Richard Bromley La Grand Township Elroy Frank City of Alexandria Jodi Gray Alexandria Township Paul Hanson La Grand Township Alan Zeithamer Alexandria Public Schools

Lakes Area Recreation Staff Fritz Bukowski Director Todd Johnson Program Director Kelly Wencl Aquatics/Program Manager Nichole Boyden Gymnastics Manager Cheryl Lund Office Manager Mary Jo Roos Facility Coordinator Lori Gulbranson Office Assistant

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Table of Contents Facility Information 2 - 5

Fitness

SilverSneakers® 6

Cardio Circuit 7

Pilates 8

NATS 9

Adult Activities

Belly Dance Class 8

Martial Arts School 9

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Adult Volleyball 10

Dog Obedience 11

Aquatics

Arrowwood Aquaticize/Joint Action

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DMS Lap/Walk/Jog 12

Open Swim 12

ARC Lifeguarding Class 13

Pool Rental 13

Alexandria Swim Club 14

Scuba Diving 14

Youth Activities

Basketball 15

Elementary After School 16

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Football 16-17

Gymnastics 18-21

Just for Kix 22

Soccer 23

Volleyball 24

Wrestling 25

Registration Form 26

Fall / Winter Brochure 2011 - 2012




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$ Reimbursement Policy $

1. A credit will be issued for future LAR activities. 2. There will be a $2 “Transaction Fee” for all refunds

and transfers to other activities. 3. A credit (less a $2 “Transaction Fee”) will be issued

if a participant calls prior to the start of the activity. 4. No credits will be issued after the starting date of the

activity.

United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties has made fee assistance available. Call 762-2868 if you qualify for SD #206 free or reduced lunch.

Lakes Area Recreation Center Amenities include a cardio room, weight room, gymnasium, gymnastics center, locker rooms, multipurpose room, and Discovery Middle School pool. The recreation facilities are available to rent for parties, family get-togethers or club meetings.

Locker Rentals Gym lockers for pass holders and punch pass holders is free. Non-members $20 annually, six month rental is $10, and monthly is $5.

Fee Assistance United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties has made fee assistance available. In order to qualify for fee assistance you must bring a copy of your qualification for free or reduced lunch from School District 206 and/or proof of assistance from Social Services, and register for all activities in the LAR office. Fitness classes, dance and camps do not qualify for United Way Funding. Call 762-2868 if you have any additional questions.

Facility Information

Five Easy Ways to Register

On line at www.lakesarearecreation.com

By fax at (320) 762-2944

In Person at Lakes Area Recreation

Phone at (320) 762-2868

Mail to: 720 Fillmore Street, Ste. B020 Alexandria, MN 56308

614 Broadway Alexandria, MN 56308 320.762.1503 P 320.762.0707 FX 800.325.7494 TF www.myvikingoffice.com [email protected]

LAR Hours of Operation

OFFICE HOURS Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. FACILITY HOURS Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. HOLIDAY HOURS

Thanksgiving Day Closed November 25th 8:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Christmas Eve Day Closed Christmas Day Closed

New Year’s Eve Day Closed New Year’s Day Closed




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Pass Information

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*Price includes 6.875% sales tax

**Corporate/Group Discount Plans Available. Contact Lakes Area Recreation for more details.

Recreation Pass Fees Cardio/Nautilus Room, Lap/Jog/Walk,

Open Swim, Open Gym & Weight Room

Adult Senior (60+)/Youth Family

1 Month $28.05 $21.32 $42.64

3 Months $70.70 $54.99 $111.10

6 Months $126.81 $105.49 $203.12

12 Months $180.00 $120.00 $240.00

Senior (60+)/ Daily Fees Adult Youth Family Cardio Room (14+) $3 $2 $8 Weight Room (14+) $3 $2 $8 Open Gym $3 $2 $8 Open Swim $3 $2 $8 Pool/Fitness $4

Punch Passes Punch Card Adult Punch Pass Cardio/Weight Room/Open Gym 10 punches/$27 Open Swim/Lap/Jog/Walk 20 punches/$48

Aquatic Fitness Punch Pass 10 punches/$30 (Classes with an instructor) 20 punches/$55 Senior/Youth Punch Pass (Over 18 must present current student ID) Open Gym & Open Swim 10 punches/$17 Cardio Room/Weight Room (14+) 20 punches/$28 (Includes Preschool Playground)

Adult Only Open Gym Lakes Area Recreation Gym

Monday / Wednesday / Friday 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fee: $3/adult, $2/senior/student, Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass

*NOTE: Schedule is subject to change due to school or Lakes Area Recreation activities.

Activity Cancellation Policy

Call our Sports Activity Hotline at 762-3010 for up-to-date information regarding the status of all recreation activities.

Lakes Area Recreation will also announce cancellations on the local radio stations and our website at lakesarearecreation.com/

Open Gym Open Gym at Discovery Middle School will begin on Tuesday, October 4th. Monthly schedules will be posted at Discovery and are available at Lakes Area Recreation. Schedules may change due to holidays or other organized events. Fee: $3/adult, $2/youth, $8/family Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass

Discovery Middle School Monday - Friday 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday & Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Noon Time Pickleball

Pickleball is a sport described as “A combination of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton”, played in schools, parks, and recreation centers. It uses a simplified combination of tennis rules and strategies. Equipment will be provided.

This is a drop-in activity, no experience necessary. Experienced players will be on site for instruction. For more information, call Lakes Area Recreation at 762-2868.

Where: Lakes Area Recreation Gym When: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Fee: $3/adult, $2 senior/student Punch Pass or Recreation Pass

Punch Pass Special

September / December / January

Purchase an Adult, Youth or Senior 20 punch pass or SilverSneakers® 10 punch pass

and receive two punches FREE!

Purchase a three, six, or twelve month membership and receive one month FREE!





Facility Information

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Weight Room The weight room consists of five benches, leg extension, lat pull-down, cable crossover, preacher curl, multi-rack system, dumbbells, 5 bars, and over 6,000 pounds of free weights.

Facility Hours: Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Daily drop in fee: $3/adult, $2/senior/youth, Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass

Weight Room Policies

No one under the age of 14 will be allowed to use the weight room unless accompanied by their parent. It is recommended that everyone lift with a partner. Lifting alone is strongly discouraged. Lifts with straight bars, incline, and flat benches, military press, and squats are not allowed while lifting alone. However, certain exercises are permitted. Clean workout clothes and proper gym shoes are required. Do not drop weights after completing a lift. All weights must be put away before leaving weight room. Anyone violating the weight room policies will no longer be allowed to use the weights.

Cardio/Nautilus Room The cardio room features three state of the art “treadmills,” three Ellipticals, and one recumbent stationary bike. We also have Nautilus Steel Strength Equipment which includes: bicep curl, lat pull down, tricep press, pec fly, abdominal, low back, leg extension, hip abduction, leg press, shoulder press, and chest press. We encourage you to try a variety of exercise activities while being entertained by four TV’s with Broadcast Vision. Participants should bring in their own FM band walkman and tune into the TV of their choice. This equipment accommodates the beginner as well as the advanced exercise enthusiast.

Facility Hours: Monday through Friday 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Daily drop in fee: $3/adult, $2/senior/youth, Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass

Facility Rentals Plan your next party or event at Lakes Area Recreation. Our gym and multipurpose room are ideally suited for parties, receptions, events, meetings and conferences. Lakes Area Recreation is centrally located at 720 Fillmore St. making it easily accessible and the prices are reasonable. Call (320) 762-2868 for information on fees and availability.

Banquets • Gym Games & Tournaments Birthday Parties • Preschool Playground Parties Business Meetings • Reunions Dances • Trainings




Fitness

SilverSneakers® Fitness Program Includes: SilverSneakers® Fitness Program Classes, Cardio & Weight Room, Open Gym & Open Swim, Aquaticize & Joint Action, & Lap Swim!

The SilverSneakers® Fitness Class provides a great workout for seniors of all ages and abilities. SilverSneakers® is the nation’s leading fitness program designed exclusively for older adults and is available at no additional cost to eligible Medicare members. In Minnesota, this program is offered to

eligible members of Humana, Medica, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota with qualifying health plans. To see if you qualify for membership in the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program, please contact Lakes Area Recreation at 320-762-2868. SilverSneakers® - Muscular Strength and Range of Movement Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support. Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $36 per month or $4 drop-in SilverSneakers® - Cardio Circuit Combine fun and fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper-body strength work using hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball is alternated with non-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is offered for support, head-to-toe stretching, and complete relaxation in a comfortable position. Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $36 per month or $4 drop-in SilverSneakers® - CardioFit Get Up & Go with an aerobics class for you - safe, heart-healthy and gentle on the joints. The workout includes easy-to-follow low-impact movement, and upper-body strength, abdominal conditioning, stretching and relaxation exercises designed to energize your active lifestyle. Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $24 per month or $4 drop-in SilverSneakers® YogaStretch YogaStretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $24 per month or $4 drop-in

Punch Passes Also Available: 10 punches for $30 for all SilverSneakers® classes. If you would like to participate in both classes or your schedule varies, purchase a punch pass.

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

9:30 - 10:15 a.m. SilverSneakers® Muscular Strength

SilverSneakers® Cardio Circuit

SilverSneakers® Muscular Strength

SilverSneakers® Cardio Circuit

SilverSneakers® Muscular Strength

10:30 - 11:15 a.m. CardioFit YogaStretch CardioFit YogaStretch

* No Class: Sept. 5, Nov. 24 & 25, and Dec. 23 & 30

Birthday Club:

Wednesday, September 14 Thursday, October 27

Wednesday, November 16 Friday, December 16

Senior Sample Days: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, September 21 Wednesday, January 11




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Fitness Discounts: Introducing BluePrint for Health® fitness discounts from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. Here’s a great incentive for getting in shape. If you’re an eligible Blue Cross member*, you can get up to a $20 per month credit toward Lakes Area Recreation’s membership fees or punch passes if you exercise twelve or more days per month. Up to two eligible adult members per household can take advantage of the program so get started today! *Not all Blue Cross health plans include this benefit. To find out more, go to www.bluecrossmn.com/fitnessdiscounts. “Fit Choice” Any Medica fully-insured member is eligible to receive up to a $20 per month credit toward Lakes Area Recreation’s membership fees or punch passes if you exercise twelve or more days per month. The member must be 18 years of age or older to qualify for the credit.

SilverSneakers® classes are perfect for the public and free to Medicare-eligible members with Medica or Humana Health Plans. The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program will benefit you regardless of your fitness level. The program includes basic fitness membership services and trained instructors lead classes in Muscular Strength - Range of Movement, Cardio Circuit, Cardio Fit, and YogaStretch.

Noon-Time Cardio Circuit LAR Auxiliary Room Instructor: Tammy Welle

This class alternates a cardio workout with toning intervals. Cardio will consist of step aerobics and low impact aerobics. Free weights, exercise bands, and exercise balls will be used during toning intervals. Class includes a warm-up, aerobic and

strengthening intervals, cool-down, and stretching. Punch cards are available in the Lakes Area Recreation office. 10 punches for $50 / drop-in fee - $6 Punch passes will expire one year from purchase. LAR Monthly Membership for $5 with registration to any aerobics class.

Days Dates Times

M/W/F September 7 - 30 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F October 3 - 28 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F November 1 - 30 (No class Nov. 25)

12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F December 1 - 21 (No class Dec. 19)

12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F January 4 - 30 (No class on Jan. 16)

12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F February 1 - 29 (No class Feb. 20)

12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F March 2 - 30 12:00 - 12:45 p.m.

If school is cancelled due to inclement weather, class is cancelled!



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Pilates Power Sculpt! LAR Auxiliary Room Instructor: Jeri Bundy Join us for an invigorating workout that both beginners and advanced exercisers will benefit from. This is a total body workout using strength

training, floor exercise, balance ball, step and much more! All exercises can be modified to fit your needs. You will see improvement in toning, flexibility, strength and balance. Shoes are required. No class is ever the same. Come join us for an excellent workout to great music.

Punch Pass - 10 punches for $50 LAR Monthly Membership for $5 with registration to any aerobics class. If school is cancelled due to inclement weather, class is cancelled!

Class # Days Dates Times Fee

4200.101 T/Th Sept. 1 - 29 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. $40.50 4201.101 T/Th Oct. 4 - 27 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. $36 4202.101 T/Th Nov. 1 - 29

(No class Nov. 24) 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. $36

4203.201 T/Th Dec. 1 - 29 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. $40.50 4204.201 T/Th Jan. 3 - 31 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. $40.50

4205.201 T/Th Feb. 2 - 28 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. $36

4206.301 T/Th Mar. 1 - 29 12:00 - 12:45 p.m. $40.50

Belly Dance Class Lakes Area Recreation Auxiliary Room Instructor: Jeana Rolseth Beginners: Come have a blast with one of the oldest dance styles on earth. Belly dance promotes a full body

exercise and feminine wellness for all ages. This class will lead you through all the easy and fun foundation dance steps of traditional belly dance. Whether you want a fun work-out, like to dance, or want to become a belly dancer, this class is perfect for all. We will learn hip circles, hip bounces, Egyptian step, gushes, and of course the famous belly dance shimmy. This class includes a fun routine, an introduction to veil dancing, and fun easy to remember combos.

Basics & Beyond: Basics & Beyond will focus on graceful arm movements, refining your beginner moves and adding new shimmies, hip combinations, and traveling steps to your dance. We will focus on drills, fun combos, and have a fun time together dancing.

Tribal Fusion for Beginners: Tribal Fusion is a style focusing on fluidity and adding layers of any other dance style fused with cabaret and/or tribal belly dance moves. The most common dance style fused are hip hop, Jazz, and Latin stylizations. This class will walk you through Basic Jazz and Flamenco steps, and stepping your belly dance basics up a level with pop & lock isolations.

Tribal Fusion Routine Workshop As seen performed, Jade will share her routine danced to Naga. This routine includes elements of Jazz, Tango, and Traditional belly dance as well as serpentine stylizations. The workshop will include tips and suggestions for stage performances and safety and wellness in dance and isolations of hands and arms. You will learn an entire performance ready routine and receive a written version of the routine as well as music. This workshop is designed for newer and experienced dancers with information usable for those who simply love to dance, and are seeking how to put it all together for the living room or the stage. Please bring notebook, water, and wear comfortable clothing. $25 pre-registration or at the door $30. Workshop limited to ten people.

Class # Days Dates Times Level Fee

4500.101 Monday Sept. 19 - Oct. 24 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Beginners $50 4501.101 Monday Nov. 7 - Dec. 12 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Beginners $50

4502.201 Monday Dec. 26 - Jan. 30 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Beginners $50

4503.201 Monday Feb. 13 - Mar. 19 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Beginners $50

4504.101 Wednesday Sept. 21 - Oct. 26 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Basics & Beyond $50

4505.101 Wednesday Nov. 9 - Dec. 14 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Basics & Beyond $50 4506.201 Wednesday Dec. 28 - Feb. 1 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Basics & Beyond $50

4507.201 Wednesday Feb. 15 - Mar. 21 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Basics & Beyond $50

4508.101 Saturday Oct. 1 - Nov. 5 10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Tribal Fusion $50

4509.201 Saturday Jan. 7 - Feb. 25 (No class 2/4 & 2/18)

10:30 - 12:00 p.m. Tribal Fusion $50

4510.101 Saturday November 12 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Workshop $25 4511.301 Saturday March 3 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Workshop $25




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Adult Activities

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Basketball & Volleyball Officials Needed!

Interested in some extra cash?

Officials are needed for Monday through Thursday night volleyball, Tuesday and

Thursday evenings for basketball.

Call the Lakes Area Recreation office at (320) 762-2868 with your name

and phone number.

*Register early as leagues may fill before deadline.

Men’s Basketball A captain’s meeting will be on Wednesday, November 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the University of Minnesota Extension Conference Room. The team fee must be presented at the time of registration. League play is scheduled to begin on November 29, 2011. Open Classification.

Class # Day Registration Deadline Team Fee

2100.201 T/Th November 11th $415

Register early, leagues may fill before deadline.

Winter Adult Volleyball Registration will begin on December 1st.

There will be no Captain’s meeting for the winter session. The Captain’s meeting is held before the fall session.

League is tentatively scheduled to begin on Monday, January 9, 2012.

Note: Team fees are due with registration.

Schedules will be available on-line starting on Wednesday, January 4th.

Participants of the winter leagues must have graduated from high school and be 18 years of age or older.

Co-Rec lower divisions will be broken into two divisions.

Code Day League Class Registration Deadline Fee

2120.201 Mon. Men’s Power

December 28 $250 Team Fee

2121.201 Mon. Women's Power

2122.201 Tues. Women’s Upper

2123.201 Tues. Women’s Lower

2124.201 Wed. Co-Rec Rec

2125.201 Wed. Co-Rec 35 & Over

2126.201 Thurs. Co-Rec Upper

2127.201 Thurs. Co-Rec Lower

35 & Over Basketball

Discovery Middle School Gym Sundays

November 20 - April 22 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Open Gym Format Fee: $3 per time

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Adult & Family Activities

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Dog Obedience Training Classes Sponsored by Lakes Area Recreation Lakes Area Recreation Gym

Lifetime learning experiences are as important for the canine family members as for the human members. Three experienced volunteers provide some of this continuing education for the canine family members (and their owner/trainers) by conducting a series of dog obedience training classes. Each series of classes runs for six consecutive weeks, and each weekly session has a separate kindergarten class for puppies and another class for adult dogs. Only “gentle and reward” training methods are used.

The curriculum will include socialization, basic obedience, and when appropriate, behavior problems will be addressed. The final fifteen minutes of the hour-long classes include a “recess” period, during which the dogs and the trainers will develop confidence by having fun on the agility course, consisting of hurdles, ramps, tunnels, and a teeter-totter.

Fee: $50 for six one-hour classes (Payable to Lakes Area Recreation)

The classes will take place in the Lakes Area Recreation gymnasium at 720 Fillmore Street. To enroll in the class, please call Donna Rae Pugh at (320) 762-8980 or e-mail to [email protected].

Mondays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Session I September 12 - October 17, 2011 Session II October 31 - December 5, 2011 Session III January 2 - February 6, 2012 Session IV February 20 - March 26, 2012 Session V April 9 - May 14, 2012

Rally Dog Obedience LAR Auxiliary Gym Instructor: Holly Bushard

If you love training your dog and have already accomplished basic pet manners, Rally Obedience is the class for you! Rally obedience picks up where basic obedience leaves off. Rally obedience takes teams through a constructed course of obedience moves such as sitting, laying down, turning, and halting. No experience is necessary! This class will be informal and fun and is intended for people who have never tried anything like this before. All that is required is a sense of humor and a love of dogs. By the end of the class, dogs will be more focused on their handlers, better on a leash, and able to perform a wide series of commands. Training for rally obedience requires very little space, making it an ideal hobby for keeping you and your dog challenged and engaged through the upcoming winter months. If you have any questions, please call Holly at 320-491-3671. Equipment required: A dog, a collar, and a leash!

Class # Day Date Fee Time 4600.101 Wed. Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 $50 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 4601.101 Wed. Nov. 2 - Dec. 7 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. $50 4602.201 Wed. Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. $50 4603.201 Wed. Feb. 22 - Mar. 28 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. $50 4604.301 Wed. Apr. 11 - May 16 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. $50

Preparing to Volunteer With Dogs LAR Auxiliary Gym Instructor: Holly Bushard

If you love people and have a friendly and confident dog, therapy dog work might be right for you! Therapy dogs visit people in a variety of settings such as nursing homes, schools, and hospitals. The goal of the team is to bring comfort and joy to animal lovers who are separated from their pets. This class is designed to help owners decide if their dogs are appropriate for volunteering and to give them the skills needed to make sure that their visits are safe and rewarding. Basic obedience skills and a gentle dog are all that you need to get started. We will practice the obedience skills that are needed to volunteer and talk about the various therapy dog organizations that participants can test with and join. Volunteering with your dog can be one of the most rewarding things you can do together. If you have ever been curious about the process, please consider joining us to learn more!

Class # Day Date Fee Time 4601.101 Wed. Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 $50 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. 4606.101 Wed. Nov. 2 - Dec. 7 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. $50 4607.201 Wed. Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. $50 4608.201 Wed. Feb. 22 - Mar. 28 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. $50 4609.301 Wed. Apr. 11 - May 16 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. $50





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Fall & Winter 2011 / 2012 Discovery Middle School Pool Schedule

Lap Swim / Water Walking / Aquajogging Enjoy the benefits of exercising in the water. This unique exercise environment allows for an excellent workout, with non-jarring effects on the joints and muscles. Fee: $3 Per Time / Punch Pass or Recreation Pass Starting September 6, 2011 Mon.-Fri. 5:30 - 7:00 a.m. (No Fri. in Sept.) Wednesday 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. (Sept. 7 - Dec.) Saturday 11:00 - 1:00 p.m. Sunday 11:00 - 1:00 p.m.

*Please pick up monthly schedules at LAR. Schedules may change due to holidays or other organized events.

Water Aerobics Classes

Anyone attending Aquatic Fitness classes must be able to enter/exit the water and participate independently or provide their own aide for additional support! Please pick up monthly schedules at Lakes Area Recreation. Schedules are subject to change due to holidays or other organized events.

Starting September 6, 2011 / Arrowwood Resort Pool / Classes with an instructor

Aquaticize Aquaticize is designed for participants who are looking for a moderate to high intensity workout. All classes will include a warm up, stretching, and cool down in addition to cardiovascular and resistance training to help tone and sculpt the body without impact on the joints. Resistance tools such as buoyant barbells and noodles are provided and will be used in class.

This class is open to all ages and is great for both non-swimmers and swimmers alike. Participants will workout in waist to chest deep water.

Monday - Friday 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Fee: $4 per time or punch card Joint Action / M.S. / Fibromyalgia Joint Action classes are adapted for individuals who may be experiencing pain, stiffness or other physical limitations due to arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or fibromyalgia or are recovering from an injury. Classes will focus on increasing muscle tone, flexibility, balance and core strength, as well as developing range of motion and helping to ease chronic pain. This class is open to all ages, and is great for both non-swimmers and swimmers alike. Participants will workout in waist to chest deep water.

Monday - Friday 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Fee: $4 per time or punch card

Open Swim For All Ages Children 12 and under will be required to pass a swim test in order to use the deep end of the pool and the diving boards. Swimmers must be able to swim one width of the pool, using front crawl, without stopping.

Children who are not potty trained are required to wear a swim diaper. A limited supply of swim diapers will be available for purchase at the pool.

Children under 50 inches in height must be accompanied in the water by an adult. Life jackets, swimmies or water wings are permitted when children are kept within an arms reach of their parent.

On Sunday afternoons during open swim, patrons are allowed to bring in their own floatation devices such as air mattresses and inner tubes. Floatation devices must be less than six feet in dimension.

Fee: $3/adult, $2/youth, $8/family Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass.

Sundays, September 11 - May 27 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.





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A Word to Parents:

Our lifeguards are highly trained and skilled. Their job is to assist in making our facilities a safe place to bring the family; however, they are not babysitters. Parents are expected to watch their children and to assist in enforcing the policies for the safety and enjoyment of all patrons. In addition, all children smaller than 50 inches in height must be accompanied in the water and supervised by a person 14 years of age or older.

Private Pool Rental (Discovery Middle School Pool) The pool is available for rent on an hourly basis.

1 - 25 people $45/hour 26 - 50 people $50/hour 51 - 75 people $55/hour 76 & up $60/hour

It’s easy now! Use your Master Card, or VISA.

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course This course teaches the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies in a pool environment to entry-level lifeguard participants. The course content and activities prepare participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. Course content includes patron and facility surveillance, victim recognition, equipment-based rescues, and caring for head, neck, and back injuries. This course includes certification in First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Participants must be 15 years old on or before the last day of the class. Proof of age will be required at the start of class. Cost includes participant materials and supplies.

Participants will also be required to pass a prerequisite swimming skills test before being allowed to progress through the course. Prerequisite skills include:

Swim 300 yards continuously with varying strokes

Retrieve a 10-pound object from 7 - 10 feet of water and return it to the surface Location: Discovery Middle School (An informational letter will be sent out prior to the first day of class.) Note:

Participants must attend ALL classes in the session for which they register.

There must be a minimum of 5 people registered in order to hold class.

Class # Days Dates Times Deadline Fee

6900.301 Fri./Sat./Sun. March 16 - 18 9:00 - 5:00 p.m. March 2 $250

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Aquatics Scuba Experiences Instructor: Jeff Bosek, Owner of Divers Clubhouse Come join the fun and adventure with a scuba experience. Enter a new world. This class will teach you the basics of scuba diving and what it is like to breathe underwater. The two hour class costs $35. If you wish to continue your diving adventure, you may apply the $35 towards an open water diving certification class. The class is for all ages 10 yrs. and older. *Must be able to swim. **Please provide shoe size and actual shirt size for body suits.

ONE PLANET

TWO WORLDS

All EQUIPMENT

WILL BE PROVIDED AT POOL FOR

AGES 10 AND UP.

Must have basic swimming skills and be able to

lift 35 lbs.

Days Dates Time Fee Class #

Sun. Oct. 16 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35 3700.101

Sun. Nov. 20 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35 3701.101

Sun. Dec. 18 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35 3702.201

Sun. Jan. 15 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35 3703.201

Sun. Feb. 19 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35 3704.201

Sun. Mar. 18 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35 3705.301

3706.301 Sun. Apr. 15 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35

3707.301 Sun. May 20 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. $35

A Big Thanks To All Our Volunteers!

Volunteers assist Lakes Area

Recreation in providing quality services and programs for

Alexandria area residents year round. Without our volunteers, it would be difficult to continue to offer the quality recreation for

youth, adults, and senior citizens. Volunteers are a vital part of our

community.

To all of our volunteers, “Thank You!”

Alexandria Swim Club

If swimming, fun and competition are things that bring you enjoyment then the ALEX Swim Club is the group for you. Club athletes are taught the fundamentals of the four competitive strokes, and they will be prepared to compete at swim meets. Through youth sports athletes learn life lessons and get to meet friends and compete in a sport they enjoy.

Fall/Winter season runs from October - March. The registration night will be in September. Please check our website at www.alexswimclub.org in early September as the registration date as well as first practice date will be posted. For more information contact any current board member, the club president at [email protected] or the Coach at [email protected]. We are also on Facebook.



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4th - 6th Grade Youth Basketball 2011 - 2012 Lakes Area Recreation will be running an eight week winter basketball league for boys and girls in grades 4 - 6. Participants will practice one hour during the week, with scheduled scrimmages on Saturdays. The success of this program depends on parent involvement, therefore, a parent coaches meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the University of MN Extension Conference Room. Parent coaches are urged to come. Fee: $47 (Includes a t-shirt or jersey for your child to keep.)

4th - 6th Grade Youth Basketball (November 5 - January 14) Class # Grade Time Location Class # Grade Time Location

1509.101 4th - Boys 8:00 a.m. Discovery 1503.101 4th - Girls 8:00 a.m. LAR Gym 1510.103 5th - Boys 9:15 a.m. Discovery 1504.103 5th - Girls 9:15 a.m. LAR Gym 1511.105 6th - Boys 10:30 a.m. Discovery 1505.105 6th - Girls 10:30 a.m. LAR Gym

Parents - We Need Your Help!! A volunteer basketball parent/coaches meeting for coaches or parents who are interested in coaching, will be held on Wednesday, October 26th at 6:30 p.m. in the University of MN

Extension Conference Room. Call 320-762-2868 for more information.

1st - 3rd Grade Youth Basketball 2011 - 2012 Lakes Area Recreation will be offering a ten-week winter basketball program for boys and girls in grades 1 - 3. The season will run from December 4 until February 19. The program will meet on Saturdays focusing on the fundamentals of basketball. The success of this program depends on parent involvement, therefore, a parent coaches meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the University of MN Extension Conference Room. Parent coaches are urged to come. Fee: $47 (Includes a t-shirt or jersey for your child to keep.)

1st - 3rd Grade Youth Basketball (December 3 - February 18) Class # Grade Time Location Class # Grade Time Location

1506.202 1st - Boys 8:30 a.m. Voyager 1500.202 1st - Girls 8:30 a.m. Woodland 1507.204 2nd - Boys 9:30 a.m. Voyager 1501.204 2nd - Girls 9:30 a.m. Woodland 1508.205 3rd - Boys 10:30 a.m. Voyager 1502.205 3rd - Girls 10:30 a.m. Woodland

Youth Activities

Interested in Singing? Are you in grades 2 - 8?

The Greater Minnesota Children’s Choir might be for you! We will start our third season of singing on

September 11 and be accepting new members through September.

To set up an audition time, please contact the Director Shelly Engfer Triebenbach at 320-296-1973.

For more information check out our website: www.greaterminnesotachildrenschoir.org

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Hotline Phone Number

Dial 762-3010 for all sports and activity information and weather related

announcements!

School’s Out? Open Gym is ON! On most non-school weekdays the Lakes Area Recreation gym will be open for school age kids to play basketball. This is open gym and will not be a supervised activity. Fee: $2

Oct. 20, 21 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Nov. 4, 23 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Dec. 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Jan. 2, 16 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Feb. 20 & 24 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Mar. 16 1:30 - 3:00 p.m.

Elementary After School Sports

Lakes Area Recreation will offer numerous after school recreational programs at Carlos and Miltona schools. The programs will include teaching of the basic skills and game participation. The following activities are planned: touch football, soccer, basketball, floor hockey, kickball, softball, and more. Information for each program will be distributed to the children prior to the start of each session at the respective schools. Instructors to be announced. Fee: $12 per session

4th Grade Flag Football Jefferson Senior High School Citizens Field

For youth in grade 4 (’11 -’12). The goal of this program is to familiarize future players with the game of football by teaching skills and drills through game situations and controlled scrimmages. The program will meet six times beginning September 10 through October 15.

Class # Days Dates Times Grade (‘11-’12)

Fee

1250.101 Sat. Sept. 10 - Oct. 15 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. 4th $44

Preschool Playground (This is a parent/child activity.) Preschoolers and parents are welcome to come play in the Lakes Area Recreation’s indoor playground. Preschoolers can slide, crawl through tunnels, roll in barrels, bounce balls, jump, run, and just have fun in the Lakes Area Recreation Gym. Parents and children under 12 months are free! Fee: $2 per child, $17/10 punch card, $28/20 punch card (or included with your family Recreation Pass)

October 4 - March 28

Tuesday and Wednesday 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Preschool Playground

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Youth Activities

PUNT, PASS & KICK! PUNT, PASS & KICK Competition

When: October 2, 2011 (Registration at 2:00, Competition begins at 3:00 p.m.) Where: Jefferson High School (Citizen’s Field) - Alexandria Who: Boys and Girls ages 8 to 15 (Age as of Dec. 31, 2011) What: Punt, Pass & Kick Competition Kids (ages 8/ 9, 10/11, 12/13, 14/15)

They will compete in three categories. Punt - one football punted for distance and accuracy Pass - one throw for both distance and accuracy Kick - one football kicked for distance and accuracy off of a tee

*** Each Participant needs a copy of a valid birth certificate (for age verification) * Participation is free of charge. * Prizes awarded for first place in each age category courtesy of the Alexandria Jaycees. * 1st place finishers are eligible for Sectional Competition. * Kids with the Top scores in the state compete at the Metrodome in December. * Sectional All-Around Champion’s score will be compared to the other Major League Football 1st Place

All-Around Team Champions. The top four will compete in the National Competition held in late January, 2012.

Sponsors: The Alexandria Jaycees, Major League Football, Wal-Mart Alexandria,

Pepsi, & the Alexandria High School Football Team

Contact: Shawn Thelen - Alexandria Jaycees (320) 760-6707 email - [email protected] P.O. Box 131, Alexandria, MN 56308 More information and links to online registration at www.nflyouthfootball.com or www.alexjaycees.com



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18 Office: (320) 762-2868 • Hotline: (320) 762-3010 Register at www.lakesarearecreation.com

Gymnastics: 1910 Aga Drive • Alexandria, MN • (320) 219-9724 *All classes are based on a 6-week schedule, unless noted.

Parent and Tot class: This is a semi-structured program for children 18 months or older (up to 3 1/2 years) accompanied by a parent or guardian at least 18 years old. This class is great for developing your child’s listening skills, learning how to take turns, and developing hand-eye coordination and other motor skills. One parent/guardian will join their child in a fun-filled class, while a trained coach will instruct parents in teaching their child the fundamentals of gymnastics. Class begins with a group stretch, and proceeds through a set of stations on a variety of gymnastics apparatus. *Parent/or guardian must sign in at the beginning of every class.

Little Leapers: This class is for 3 year olds. Participant must be potty-trained (no pull-ups) and will be introduced to bars, beam floor and mini tramp. In this program children will put their listening skills to good use! Following a 10-minute stretch, Little Leapers will move from station to station with the instructor rotating to help each child.

Preschool: This class is for 4-5 year olds. Classes will include instruction on floor, beam, bars, vault, and mini tramp. Students will work on large motor skill development, stretching and balance.

Beginner Boys: This class is for 4 - 5 year old BOYS. Classes will include instruction on floor, beam, bars, and mini tramp. Students will work on large motor skill development, stretching and balance.

Intro to Gymnastics (Formerly Pre-Tumbler): This class is for students ages 5 & up and who are not able to perform a cartwheel to a feet first landing.

Tiny Tumbler: By recommendation only. This class is for students ages 4 - 5 year olds and who are able to perform a cartwheel to a feet first landing and a straight-arm bridge..

Level 1 (Formerly Tumbler): This class is for students age 5 & up and who are able to perform a cartwheel to feet first landing and a straight-arm bridge.

Level 2 (Formerly Saltos): This class is for students ages 6 & up and have mastered: forward roll, backward roll, handstand, cartwheel, kick-over off the mat, pull-over on bars walking up the mat, and forward, backward, and sideways walks on the low beam, and can walk unassisted on the high beam.

Level 3 (Formerly Twisters): This class is for students ages 6 & up and have mastered: forward roll, backward roll, cartwheel w/a lunge, tight locked handstand, round-off, back-limber, bridge kick-over from the floor, pull-over on the bars, a side handstand on the low beam.

Advanced Class: This class is for gymnasts that have passed levels three or four and would like to continue working on skills only one time a week.

Level 4 (Formerly Pre-Team): This class is for students ages 6 & up and have mastered: a tight locked handstand, handstand forward roll, handstand to bridge kick-over, round-off w/a rebound, back handspring down the cheese mat unassisted, cartwheel on low beam, handstand on low beam, pull-over on bars w/straight legs, and a back-hip circle on bars.

Boys Recreational Class (Boys Rec.): This class is for boys age 5 & up and who are able to perform a cartwheel to feet first landing and a straight-arm bridge. This class will practice boys events including floor, vault, single rail bar, rings and beginner pommel horse. Also will work on beams some for balance practice.

Boys Advanced Class: By recommendation only. To inquire about our advanced boys class, call Lakes Area Gymnastics.

Open Gymnastics: (Ages 6 and up) 1½ hours of supervised gym activity. *Wavier must be signed by parent/guardian at the first open gym student attends.

Preschool Open Gym: (Ages 3 - 5) One hour of gym activity. Children must be accompanied by a parent.

Strength and Conditioning: This class consists of 1 1/2 hours of conditioning to improve flexibility and overall strength. All students welcome, you do not need to be enrolled in a current gymnastics class to attend.

Adult Gymnastics/Cardio Class: Get the benefits of cardio while having fun on the air-track, in-ground foam pit, spring floor and more! No previous gymnastics experience required!

USAG Team Gymnastics: Levels 5-10 train and compete under all USAG regulations and skill levels. Please contact the office at (320) 219-9724 if you would like more information about team.

Private Lessons: Set up on an individual basis. These lessons are great for kids that would like to learn “that one” gymnastics skill they need for gymnastics, dance, cheer or any other reason!

Youth Activities

NEW!

Foam Pit!





Youth Activities Session One / October 3 - December 22

Register for Session 1 “Online only” beginning Friday, September 16th. Walk-in and phone registrations will begin on Monday, September 19th at 9:00 a.m.

No Class Nov. 24th - 26th - Classes Resume Nov. 28th

Class # Day Dates Times Level Fee

8350.103 Tu 10/4 - 11/8 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Intro to Gymn. $62


8352.102 Th 10/6 - 11/10 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Intro to Gymn. $62

8353.101 Sa 10/8 - 11/19 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Intro to Gymn. $70.50

8400.103 M 10/3 - 11/7 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Level 1 $62

8401.104 Tu 10/4 - 11/22 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Level 1 $79

8402.102 W 10/5 - 11/9 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Level 1 $62

8403.101 Sa 10/8 - 11/19 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Level 1 $70.50

8450.103 M 10/3 - 11/21 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. Level 2 $87

8451.102 W 10/5 - 11/9 5:00 - 6:15 p.m. Level 2 $68

8452.101 Th 10/6 - 11/10 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. Level 2 $68

8500.103 M 10/3 - 11/7 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Level 3 $68

8501.102 Th 10/6 - 11/17 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Level 3 $77.50

8502.101 Sa 10/8 - 11/19 11:15 - 12:45 p.m. Level 3 $77.50

8650.101 Tu 10/4 - 11/22 5:00 - 6:15 p.m. Advanced $87

8700.101 Tu Sa

10/4 - 11/22 10/8 - 11/19

6:30 - 8:00 p.m. 11:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Level 4 $157.25

8900.101 F 10/7 - 11/18 (No class

10/14)

6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Gymn./Cardio Class

$58

8550.101 M 10/3 - 11/21 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Boys Rec $79

8600.101 Th 10/6 - 11/17 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Boys Advanced $70.50


8100.101 Tu 10/4 - 11/8 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $46

8101.103 W 10/5 - 11/9 5:15 - 5:55 p.m. Parent & Tot $46

8102.101 Sa 10/8 - 11/12 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $46

8103.101 Tu 11/15 - 12/20 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $46

8104.102 W 11/16 - 12/21 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Parent & Tot $46

8105.101 Sa 11/19 - 12/17 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $30.75

8150.102 M 10/3 - 11/7 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Little Leapers $56

8151.103 Tu 10/4 - 11/8 5:50 - 6:30 p.m. Little Leapers $56

8152.104 W 10/5 - 11/9 6:00 - 6:40 p.m. Little Leapers $56

8153.101 Th 10/6- 11/10 10:15 - 10:55 a.m. Little Leapers $56




8157.101 Th 11/17 - 12/22 10:15 - 10:55 a.m. Little Leapers $38.50

8200.104 M 10/3 - 11/7 5:50 - 6:30 p.m. Preschool $56

8201.105 M 10/3 - 11/7 6:40 - 7:20 p.m. Preschool $56

8202.101 Tu 10/4 - 11/8 9:15 - 9:55 a.m. Preschool $56

8203.103 Tu 10/4 - 11/8 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Preschool $56

8204.104 M 11/14 - 12/19 5:50 - 6:30 p.m. Preschool $46

8205.105 M 11/14 - 12/19 6:40 - 7:20 p.m. Preschool $46

8206.101 Tu 11/15 - 12/20 9:15 - 9:55 a.m. Preschool $46

8207.103 Tu 11/15 - 12/20 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Preschool $46

8208.102 Th 11/17 - 12/22 10:15 - 10:55 a.m. Preschool $38.50

8250.101 Th 10/6- 11/10 6:10 - 7:00 p.m. Beginner Boys $56

8251.101 Th 11/17 - 12/22 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. Beginner Boys $38.50

8300.101 Th 10/6- 11/10 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Tiny Tumbler $62

8301.101 Th 11/17 - 12/22 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Tiny Tumbler $43.50

F 9/16 - 12/16 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Preschool Open Gym

$3 per time

Sa 10/15 - 12/17 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Preschool Open Gym

$3 per time

Sa 10/15 - 12/17 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Open Gym $6 per time

Parents Night Out!

Bring your children (ages 6 and up) to Lakes Area Gymnastics

at 6:00 p.m. and pick them up at 10:00 p.m. We will have a night of activities, crafts,

snacks and LOTS OF FUN!

Fee: $20 per child

October 14 November 18 December 16 January 20 February 17

March 23 NEW! Foam Pit!

Note: Fall Gymnastics Showcase does not include Parent/Tot classes!




Youth Activities Session Two / November 28 - January 28

Register for Session 2 “Online only” beginning Nov. 11th. Walk-in & phone registrations will begin on Nov. 14th at 9:00 a.m.

No Class Dec. 24th - 30th - Classes Resume Dec. 31st Due to High School Meets, there will be no classes on 12/8/11, 12/22/11, 1/5/12, 1/10/12, 1/13/12 and 1/26/12 (All mini gym classes will still be held in main gym.)

Session Three / January 30 - March 31 Register for Session 3 “Online only” beginning Jan. 13th.

Walk-in & phone registrations will begin on Jan. 16th at 9:00 a.m. Due to High School Gymnastics, there will be no classes on 2/11/12!


8106.201 Tu 1/3 - 2/7 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $46

8107.202 W 1/4 - 2/8 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Parent & Tot $46

8108.201 Sa 1/7 - 2/11 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $46




8161.201 Th 1/5 - 2/9 10:15 - 10:55 a.m. Little Leapers $46

8209.204 M 1/2 - 2/6 5:50 - 6:30 p.m. Preschool $46

8210.205 M 1/2 - 2/6 6:40 - 7:20 p.m. Preschool $46

8211.201 Tu 1/3 - 2/7 9:15 - 9:55 a.m. Preschool $46

8212.203 Tu 1/3 - 2/7 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Preschool $46

8213.202 Th 1/5 - 2/9 10:15 - 10:55 a.m. Preschool $46

8252.201 Th 1/5 - 2/9 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. Beginner Boys $46

8302.201 Th 1/5 - 2/9 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Tiny Tumbler $52

8354.102 Tu 11/29 - 1/24 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Intro to Gymn. $60.50

8355.201 Sa 12/3 - 1/28 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Intro to Gymn. $69

8404.101 Tu 11/29 - 1/24 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Level 1 $60.50

8405.202 Th 12/1 - 1/26 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Level 1 $52

8453.102 M 11/28 - 1/23 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. Level 2 $77

8454.201 Sa 12/3 - 1/28 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Level 2 $77

8503.102 Tu 11/29 - 1/24 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Level 3 $67.50

8504.201 Sa 12/3 - 1/28 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Level 3 $77

8651.101 W 11/30 - 1/25 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Advanced $77

8701.101 Tu Sa

11/29 - 1/24 12/3 - 1/28

6:30 - 8:00 p.m. 11:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Level 4 $147.25

8551.101 M 11/28 - 1/23 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Boys Rec $69

8601.201 Th 12/1 - 1/26 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Boys Advanced $52

8901.101 W 11/30 - 1/25

6:30 - 8:00 p.m. NEW Strength & Conditioning

$77


$3 per time


$3 per time



8109.201 Tu 2/14 - 3/20 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $46

8110.202 W 2/15 - 3/21 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Parent & Tot $46

8111.201 Sa 2/18 - 3/24 10:00 - 10:40 a.m. Parent & Tot $46




8165.201 Th 2/16 - 3/22 10:15 - 10:55 a.m. Little Leapers $46

8215..204 M 2/13 - 3/19 5:50 - 6:30 p.m. Preschool $46

8216.205 M 2/13 - 3/19 6:40 - 7:20 p.m. Preschool $46

8217.201 Tu 2/14 - 3/20 9:15 - 9:55 a.m. Preschool $46

8218.203 Tu 2/14 - 3/20 5:00 - 5:40 p.m. Preschool $46

8219.202 Th 2/16 - 3/22 10:15 - 10:55 a.m. Preschool $46

8253.201 Th 2/16 - 3/22 6:10 - 6:50 p.m. Beginner Boys $46

8303.201 Th 2/16 - 3/22 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Tiny Tumbler $52


8357.201 Sa 2/4 - 3/31 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Intro to Gymn. $69

8406.201 Tu 1/31 - 3/20 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Level 1 $69

8407.202 Th 2/2 - 3/22 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Level 1 $69

8455.202 M 1/30 - 3/19 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. Level 2 $77

8456.201 Sa 2/4 - 3/31 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. Level 2 $77

8505.202 Tu 1/31 - 3/20 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Level 3 $77

8506.201 Sa 2/4 - 3/31 11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Level 3 $77

8652.201 W 2/1 - 3/21 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Advanced $77

8702.201 Tu Sa

1/31 - 3/20 2/4 - 3/31

6:30 - 8:00 p.m. 11:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Level 4 $157

8552.201 M 1/30 - 3/19 7:15 - 8:15 p.m. Boys Rec $69

8602.201 Th 2/2 - 3/22 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Boys Advanced

$69

8902.201 W 2/1 - 3/21 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. NEW Strength &

Conditioning

$77


$3 per time


$3 per time





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Invite your Family and Friends to Watch your Gymnasts in the:

Lakes Area Gymnastics

FALL GYMNASTICS SHOWCASE

Saturday, November 12th

All Gymnasts registered in SESSION ONE have “pre-paid” to participate in the show!

Registration fee for Session One includes all the following: Class Fee ● T-Shirt ● Ribbon @ show!

*Show-times for participants will be posted Tuesday, November 1st *

Adults: $5 • Students: $2 • Under 5: Free

Cartwheel Camp Lakes Area Gymnastics Center

No gymnastics experience required. Join us over winter break...learn the basics of a cartwheel and much more! Must be 5 years old at the time of class. Snack provided.

Class # Days Dates Times Fee

8903.201 M-Th December 26 - 29 8:00 - 11:00 a.m. $45

A Short note to parents about your child’s class placement:

It is very important to understand that all children acquire skills at different rates. Some children

find it easy, while others take longer to make their bodies respond to what their brain is trying to tell them. Others may need to work on strength and flexibility. It should be expected that a child would take the same level class for about one year! A child should not feel pressured to move too quickly through the classes, especially if they are enjoying it!

A minimum of four participants are required to hold a class.

GREAT IDEAS!

Book your birthday party at the Lakes Area Gymnastics Center. $95 includes 1 hour of instructor led games/activities and 1 hour in the birthday party room.

Looking for a field trip for your daycare, preschool or church group? We are the place for you! Please call 219-9724 to set up a time to have some fun!

Are you an adrenaline junky? Working on new stunts for your extreme sport? Call Lakes Area Gymnastics at 219-9724 to reserve a time to come in and use our

spring floor, air-track, above ground pit AND in ground foam pit to practice and perfect stunts, tricks and skills.

NEW!

Foam Pit!




Gift Certificates Give the gift of recreation for all occasions! The perfect idea for all ages and interests! You may use this gift to purchase one of many pass options or for visiting our cardio/nautilus room, open gym, weight room, pool activities, or participating in our adult or youth programs. Customized to fit your gift-giving needs! The possibilities are endless! Browse through our brochure for ideas. Gift certificates are available in any amount.

Gift Certificates Available!

The advertisers in this brochure are “Friends of Recreation”.

Be sure and consider them while shopping in the Lakes Area!

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Photo Disclaimer Lakes Area Recreation reserves the right to photograph program participants for publicity purposes. Please be aware that these photos are for recreation use only and may be used in future catalogs, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, or web page.

If you would like to share your child’s activity picture with LAR for our bulletin board or brochures, please stop by our office with your picture for our bulletin board or e-mail the picture to us for our brochures.



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Fall Soccer The fall soccer program will meet six times focusing on skills through fun activities and organized games. Volunteer parent help is needed to make this program successful. Teams will be broken up before the start of the season, and t-shirts will be handed out to the children to separate the teams. Each evening will begin with warm-up activities followed by games.

If you have any questions about this program, please call the LAR office. Class # Days Dates Times Grades

(’11 - ’12) Location Fee

1104.101 Mon. Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. 4th & 5th Grade Girls Voyager Field $33

1105.102 Mon. Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. 4th & 5th Grade Boys Voyager Field $33

1102.101 Mon. Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. 2nd & 3rd Grade Girls Voyager Field $33

1103.102 Mon. Sept. 12 - Oct. 17 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. 2nd & 3rd Grade Boys Voyager Field $33

1100.101 Wed. Sept. 7 - Oct. 12 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Pre-K Co-ed (4 & 5) Voyager Field $33

1101.102 Wed. Sept. 7 - Oct. 12 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. K & 1st Grade Co-ed Voyager Field $33

Website: kxra.com

The Alexandria Figure Skating Club

Invites you to “LEARN TO SKATE” Classes Begin – October 2011

REGISTRATION

Monday, September 19 and

Thursday, September 22 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Runestone Community Center

For more information:

www.alexandriafigureskating.org Or email:

[email protected]



http://www.alexandriafigureskating.org/



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VOLUNTEER PARENTS

ARE NEEDED!

Show your support by getting involved

in your child’s favorite sport and make a difference!

Youth Volleyball

For youth in grades 3 - 6. Participants are encouraged to wear an athletic t-shirt, shorts, and clean, dry, non-marking tennis shoes. Registration is limited, so sign up early! Each class is limited to 45 participants. Sundays at Lakes Area Recreation Gym.

Grades 3 - 4 A fun introduction to the basic skills of volleyball. Ultra light volleyballs will be used.

Grades 5 - 6 Develop your volleyball skills through practice and scrimmages.

Class # Dates Grades Times Fee

1700.101 Sept. 18 - Nov. 6 3rd & 4th 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. $51

1701.102 Sept. 18 - Nov. 6 5th & 6th 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. $51

Be a Part of Alexandria Cardinals Rink Rookie Hockey Program

Rink Rookie Players are boys & girls that will be 1st or 2nd year players and are 4 to 9 years old.

$75 for season registration (Majority of the equipment included!)

An additional $25 refundable deposit on equipment is required.

To Register: Attend the Alexandria Area Hockey Association, AAHA, Fall registration at the Runestone Community Center

Thursday, September 8th 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, September 10th 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

May include Fundraising Activities. Prior to registration each hockey player may have to register with

USA Hockey depending on age.





Elementary Wrestling Come and join one of Alexandria’s fastest growing programs. The Alexandria Elementary Wrestling Program saw a big increase in participants due to the quality of program and low cost. We also have a schedule that is manageable as far as length of season and number of practices. It’s a great program to help build self confidence in your young athlete!

Registration Night is Thursday December 1, 2011 at 5:30 pm at Discovery Middle School

Practices will start on Monday, January 2, 2012 in the Jefferson wrestling room. Practices will run on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights in the Jefferson wrestling room until February 22. Practices after February 22 until March 28 will be held in the Discovery wrestling room. Please be sure to attend the informational night on December 1 to get the practice schedule assignment for your participant. An optional early start for wrestlers in grades 3-6 is available starting Monday, December 5 at 5:30 in the Jefferson wrestling

room. We encourage participation in this early program, if your wrestler wants to be better prepared for some of the early tournaments of the season. Younger wrestlers may participate if they have 2 years prior wrestling experience.

Registration Fee is $35

On Sunday, February 5, the Alexandria Wrestling Booster Club will host a wrestling tournament, which will give the kids a chance to show their skills. There are also many optional area tournaments available.

Call Tom Ellison (320) 886-5699, Scot Snitker (320) 491-1387 or Gene Kliendl (320) 491-7482 for more information.

Youth Activities

ONE FREE ADMISSION

One open gym or open swim free admission with the purchase of another admission of equal or greater value.

Offer expires 2/29/12!




Registration Information

Lakes Area Recreation Fall/Winter 2011/2012 720 Fillmore Street, Suite B020 • Alexandria, MN 56308 • (320) 762-2868

Name Phone_H ________________ First Name MI Last Name

Address Phone_W ________________

Parent’s Name __________________________________________________Cell Phone _______________

E-Mail Address_________________________________ Please check box if willing to volunteer with programs:

Indicate Residency: City Township Grade ('11-'12) _____

Birth Date __________________ Age _____________ Gender M/F ____ Shirt Size _________

I, the undersigned, give permission to the above named child, over whom I have legal supervision, to participate in this Lakes Area Recreation activity. I do not hold Lakes Area Recreation, Douglas County, or School District #206 responsible for any personal injury or damage or loss to property while participating in this program. Signature of Parent/ Guardian Date

Activity Name Level Class # Date Time Fee

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FOR RECREATION OFFICE USE ONLY Date Received: _________________ By: _________ p Ck#: _____________ Amt: ____________

CREDIT CARD INFORMATION Visa MasterCard Exp. Date: ______ Credit Card # (include all numbers)

One child to a form. More forms are available at the Lakes Area Recreation office or you may duplicate the form.

Fee must accompany registration. Make checks payable to: Lakes Area Recreation. Mail to: 720 Fillmore St., Suite B020 • Alexandria, MN 56308.

Phone in registration with Master Card or Visa, or register with ActiveNet on-line registration at www.lakesarearecreation.com.

Reimbursement Policy (A credit will be issued for future LAR activities): There will be a $2 “Transaction Fee” for all refunds and transfers to other activities. A credit (less a $2 “Transaction Fee”) will be issued if a participant calls prior to the start of the activity. No credits will be issued after the starting date of the activity.

Special Needs: If you have a disability and assistance is needed in participating in any Lakes Area Recreation class, or if you have questions about accessibility, call 762-2868.

United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties has made fee assistance available. In order to qualify for fee assistance you must bring a copy of your qualification for free or reduced lunch from School District 206 and/or proof of assistance from Social Services, and register for all activities in the LAR office. Fitness classes, dance and camps do not qualify for United Way Funding. Call 762-2868 if you have any additional questions.

Rainbow Rider bus service is available to provide transportation for Lakes Area Recreation activities. For more information please call 1-800-450-7770.






Organization Contact Phone # Organization Contact Phone #

Larry Novotny 762-5154 Community Ed Main Office 762-2149

AABA David Setterstrom 759-4056 Jackie Noetzelman 763-7980

Alexandria Area Hockey Tom Wosepka 762-0303 Jeff Bosek 852-7139

AASA Soccer Duane Rostad 491-6660 Dog Obedience Training Donna Rae Pugh 762-8980

Alexandria Basketball Club Wendy Kohler 846-4063 Just for Kix Crystal Hoepner 762-8914

Alexandria Elementary Wrestling Tom Ellison 886-5699 LOL Girl Scouts Linda Bear 759-1196

Alexandria Figure Skating Joyce Hausmann 834-2564 Shelly Engfer Triebenbach

320-296-1973

Alexandria Jaycees Shawn Thelen 760-6707 Schutz Tae Kwon Do Kevin Schutz 759-7298

Alexandria Volleyball Club Becky Schlichting 701-261-4207 USA Swim Club Kristen Eklund 760-8180

Central Lakes Bicycle Club The Bike Shop 762-8493 Sue Justice 759-3162

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320.762.2868

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