Do you have a special talent or area of interest you would like to share with others?

Tehachapi Valley Recreation & Parks District is always looking for people who would like to teach. If you would like to share your special talents with others or offer instruction, we would like to hear from you. All classes are self-supporting with instructors paid on a contract basis. Please contact us at 822-3228 ex 13.

June 8 – August 14

For all you parents that work or stay home we have the perfect solution for the long summer months. We have designed a recreation program that fits the needs of everyone in the community.

This 10-week program is filled with trips to Brite Lake, Movie Theater, field trips to local businesses, crafts, & much, much more.

Registration began May 11, 2009

Tiny Tots

Tiny Tots is a preschool preparation program for children ages 1-½ to 3-½. Tots mixes the fun of a Mommy and Me class, while teaching your child the skills necessary for preschool success. This hour-long program includes circle time and an age appropriate project with every class.

• Location: Scout Hall – 311 East "D" St in Central Park (Directions)
• Cost: $30 a month. One time Registration Fee $15
• Days and Times: Tuesday & Thursday, 10:00am – 11:30am

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Big Tots

Big Tots is an extension of Tiny Tots. This class teaches children valuable skills to succeed in Kindergarten. This two-hour program is a drop off class, however, parents are always welcome to stay. There are no more than 10 children in the class at a time so your child will always receive the personal attention he or she deserves. Every class includes craft projects, circle time, a worksheet and share time.

• Location: Scout Hall – 311 East "D" St in Central Park (Directions)
• Cost: $50 a month. One time Registration Fee $25
• Days and Times: Monday and Wednesday, 9:00am – 11:00am
• Maximum Class Size: 10 children

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

This class focuses on the Communicative Approach, a fun and active way to learn a language. You will start practicing your Spanish right away! Classes will be offered twice a week and basic materials are included. (Other materials such as dictionaries and verb books may be purchased seperately.)

• Location: TVRPD District Office, 420 West D St (directions)
• When: Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Times: 5:30-6:30 pm
• Cost: $60.00 monthly

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Couples’ dancing is a super way to get back in shape and a favorite among those looking for a social component. You will look dashing at weddings or other events when the band strikes up.

Cha Cha: You won’t be able to sit still in the presence of Latin music. The sexy hip turning moves and intricate footwork are fast and exhilarating.

Swing: With names like the Jitter-bug, West coast Swing and Lindy, this throwback to the 1930’s and 40’s is a high impact social form of exercise and can be danced to a variety of music like Blues, Rock, Country, etc.

All ages young adults through seniors are welcome.

• Location: West Park Activity Center meeting room, 410 West D St (directions)
• Cost: $50 per person
• Start: Classes are on going
• Days: Mondays and Fridays
• Time: Beginning East coast swing is 7:00pm – 8:00pm
  Beginning Salsa is 8:00pm – 9:00pm

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Get in shape and learn a fighting system that was developed by taking the best of various systems and combining them into one. This system was designed to promote Physical Fitness, Mental Awareness, and Self-Confidence for the student.

If you ever wanted to learn a Self Defense system, the time is now! We are beginning our 3rd year at the West Park Activity Center.

Sign up at the TVRPD office, or simply come in during class time and sign up with the instructor.

• Location: West Park Activity Center meeting room, 410 West D St (directions)
• Cost: $45 per month
• Days and Times: Tuesday and Thursdays, 6:30-8:00 pm
• Ages: 13 and up
• Uniforms: Available for purchase during class

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Jazzercise Circuit is a fun-filled hour of cardio, muscle conditioning and strength training using exer-tubes and hand weights. The structure of this class allows for more intense strength training,and cardio-vascular conditioning. Excellent for all levels of fitness. Perfect for beginners!!!!

• Cost: $40 per month or $7.00 walk-in
• Location: West Park Activity Center, 410 West D St (directions)
• Days and Time: Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

AND

• Location: Scout Hall, 311 East "D" St in Central Park (directions)
• Days and Time: Saturday, 8:30am - 9:30am

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

This 60-minute class offers a blend of today’s hottest music. Including top 40, jazz, country, funk and classics. Easy to follow, fun choreography includes a gentle warm up, 30 minute aerobic workout, muscle toning and strengthening segment with weighs and a stretch finale.

• Location: West Park Activity Center, 410 West D St (directions)
  
• Cost: $40 per month or $7.00 walk-in
• Days and Time:
  Monday through Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am through June 5, 2009
  Summer hours 8:45am – 9:45am starting June 8, 2009

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Students are taught a variety of dance techniques such as Jazz, Hip-hop, Modern Dance and Ballet along with incorporating the value of physical fitness. Our fitness program is geared for today’s youth in 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade.

A basic introduction to basketball and volleyball drills are incorporated into the class. The use of jump ropes and hula hoops makes the class fun and invigorating.

Age-appropriate music and choreography is selected and taught by certified instructor, Chris Duff. The students will have the opportunity to perform at the Kern County Fair.

Register early class fills fast!

• Dates: August 27 – October 8, 2009
• Location: West Park Activity Center, 410 West D St (directions)
  
• Cost: $40/month (includes performance shirt and pass into the fair)
• Days and Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

A fun and vigorous hour class that includes a great warm-up that leads into an easy to follow low impact cardiovascular conditioning segment. Exercise and get in shape to music! Improve your overall fitness and enjoy the variety of the muscle conditioning of the Step Aerobics class. (Step not included)

• Location: West Park Activity Center, 410 West D St (directions)
• Cost: $40 per month
• Days and Times: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00 – 7:00 pm
  

Contact Info: Sandy Chavez, Recreation Specialist – 822-3228 ext. 13 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it