Fun & Fitness Cedar Hill

A Publication of the City of Cedar Hill



May, June, July, August 2013

General Information

Table of Contents General Information Hours Location Contact List Membership Levels & Fees Barnyard Services Special Services Class Registration Website Information Refunds Senior Center Fitness Center Fitness User Requirements Fitness Orientation

Hours The Cedar Hill Recreation Center operating hours are: Monday-Friday 6:00 am-10:00 pm Saturday 8:00 am-6:00 pm Sunday 1:00 pm-7:00 pm For more information about becoming a Recreation Center member, meeting room rentals, or to join a class, program, or league, visit cedarhilltx.com or call 972.293.5288.

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Rhoda Savage Clifton Felts Carolyn Skeels Toni Thomas Shonda Johnson Betty Minshew

Director Parks Superintendent Recreation Superintendent/Youth Sports Adult Athletics Supervisor Project Specialist Special Events/Marketing Coordinator

The Parks and Recreation Department is located on the 2nd floor of the Government Center at 285 Uptown Blvd.

Recreation Center: 972.293.5288 Katy Bower BJ Stevenson Leah Walker Dianna Childs Juan Bragg

Recreation Center Manager Membership Services Coordinator Health and Wellness Coordinator Event Coordinator Programs Coordinator

The Recreation Center is located at 310 E. Parkerville Rd.

Senior Center: 972.291.5353 Barbara Scott

Senior Center Supervisor

The Senior Center is located at 1740 Mansfield Rd.

General Information Membership Levels & Fees Membership

Adult (18-54) Youth (7-17) Senior (55+) Family of four*

Class Registration Registration Procedure

1-Month $20 $20 $20 N/A

3-Month $50 $40 $40 $100

Annual $150 $100 $100 $300

*Must reside at same address. Additional family members may be added at 10% off the individual member rate. All memberships and daily passes are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Daily Pass All Ages (Youth/Adult/Senior)

$5

Corporate Membership

$500

A corporate membership includes six (6) memberships. Additional memberships may be purchased for $85.

Replacement Cards Replacement cards:

$5

Barnyard Area Free admission with annual membership 6 months to 6 years $4 per child per visit Pass card - $20 per 10 visits

Barnyard Hours Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-12:00 pm and 5:00-9:00 pm Saturday: 9:00 am-12:00 pm Two hour maximum per child per visit. Parents must remain on site during barnyard use.

Special Services Coffee Bar Check out the coffee bar in the Recreation Center lobby area. Coffee is available Monday-Friday from 6:00 am12:00 pm. Enjoy a free cup of coffee on us!

Reserve your locker: $5/month-half locker; $10/month-full locker. Locks-$4.00 Please contact the front desk for details.

Register for classes at the Cedar Hill Recreation Center, 310 E. Parkerville Road the Parks & Recreation office, 285 Uptown Blvd. or online at cedarhilltx.com.

Registration Fees All class fees are payable at registration. Cash, check or credit card may be used to pay fees. Some programs require additional fees for supplies.

Registration Deadline: 3 Days Prior to Class Starting Date Please register at least three days before class starts. All classes must have a minimum number of students in order to be held. If you have registered for a class where the enrollment falls below the minimum participants required, we will notify you of its cancellation.

Online Registration/Website Information Access cedarhilltx.com for more information about what Cedar Hill Parks & Recreation has to offer. To purchase memberships or register online you must have a PIN number, client barcode, and a valid Visa, Mastercard or American Express credit card. For more information, call 972.293.5288.

Refunds Refund or Transfer Policy When a course is cancelled by the Cedar Hill Park and Recreation Center due to low enrollment or other circumstances, participants will be offered a transfer to another class or receive a full refund. Participant initiated refunds and transfers will be considered when a participant: 1) Submits a written request at least 3 days prior to the starting date of the course 2) Moves from the area 3) Becomes ill The class schedule is published for information purposes only. We strive to produce the most accurate guide possible; however, some program information may have changed after this guide went to print.

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Senior Center Senior Center

Cedar Hill Senior Center 1740 Mansfield Dr. Phone: 972.291.5353 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-4:00 pm Saturday-Sunday: Closed Senior Center membership is free and everyone, ages 50 and over, is welcome. A membership registration form is required and must be completed before participation. Transportation is available to and from the Senior Center for Cedar Hill residents only. There is no fee for the service, but transportation is ONLY for those that do not drive or have no other means of transportation. Call 469-853-5374 to schedule a ride. A monthly calendar is published each month with a daily schedule of activities and trips. The calendar is available online at cedarhilltx.com/seniorcenter. Anyone interested in joining the center or needing additional information, please call 972-291-5353 or come by the center at 1740 Mansfield Road during business hours. We will be more than happy to assist you.

Senior Activities

Fees are charged for some activities but many are free of charge. Yoga for Seniors Participate using a chair or standing. Weekly: Monday & Thursday 1:00 pm-2:00 pm Open Bridge Intermediate level playing skills required. Weekly: Monday 11:30 am-2:30 pm Exercise for Active Seniors Active, aerobic movement incorporated with the use of weights and bands. Weekly: Tuesday & Thursday 11:30 am-12:30 pm Bingo Play $1.00 per card and win food. Weekly: Wednesday 10:00 am-12:00 pm Line Dancing Learn fun dances choreographed to contemporary and country music. Weekly: Tuesday 1:00-2:00 pm Zumba Gold Zumba exercise/routines geared for seniors. Weekly: Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday 10:30-11:30 am

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“42” Domino Group Play dominoes with others that like to play “42”. Monthly: First Thursday 10:30 am-2:30 pm Check the Monthly Calendar for dates and times for: Parties/Luncheons/Special Events Day Trips/Overnight Trips/Casino Trips

Fitness Center Personal Trainers The Cedar Hill Recreation Center offers individual training services from several certified personal trainers with various specializations to help meet your health and fitness goals. Call Leah today at 972-293-5288 to sign up for your FREE session. No strings attached! Meet our trainers:

Pat Cox

Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Group Fitness Instructor through Aerobics & Fitness Association of America, BS Regis University, Denver, Co., CPR/AED Experience in training clients with a wide-range of fitness levels such as those who are new to exercise or post-chemo therapy patients, to clients suffering from diabetes, obesity, or post-gastric bi-pass challenges.

Tony Hall

Certified Physical Fitness Specialist, Fitness Specialist for Older Adults from Cooper Institute, Providing Dietary Guidance through Cooper Institute, and CPR/AED. Program Benefits: Improved Overall Health, Reduce and Maintain Weight, Tone and Build Muscle.

Sherry Fisher

Certified Physical Fitness Specialist through Cooper Institute, CPR/AED Discuss and Set Goals, Nutrition Assessment, Health History, Physical Activity Readiness, Blood Pressure Measurements and Body Fat Measurements. Give yourself the gift of fitness – it will change your life.

Bryan Latimer

Certified Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise, Certified Fitness Professional through Apex Fitness, Inc. and CPR/AED The mind is the key ultimate physical transformation by training a client to think differently.

Karen Givens

Certified Personal Trainer through National Academy of Sports Medicine, Biomechanics of Resistance Training, Master Fitness Specialist, Fitness Specialist for Older Adults, Physical Fitness Specialist all from Cooper Institute, Group Exercise through Aerobics and Fitness Association of America and CPR/AED Every person I touch will touch another person. Together we will spread the knowledge ‘To be the best you can be’ is the greatest achievement.

Cynthia Duncan

Certified Personal Trainer through Cooper Institute, CPR/AED I will assess and prescribe a progressive fitness program for cardio and resistance exercise. This includes nutrition counseling to aid in a healthier life styles.

Charla Truesdale

Certified Personal Trainer, ACE Health Coach, Advanced Health & Fitness Specialist and Group Fitness Instructor through the American Council on Exercise, Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher, CPR/AED Specializes in the therapeutic use of yoga, corrective exercise, and lifestyle behavior modification to help clients optimize daily function.  

Fitness Center The Cedar Hill Recreation Center features a 3,500 square foot state-of-the-art fitness area containing a three lane walking/jogging track (13 laps = 1 mile). The fitness area includes 42 cardio machines and 27 of them are equipped with LCD TV’s, 21 strength machines, free weights and six 52” plasma televisions. There are 9 ellipticals, 10 treadmills, 5 recumbent bikes, 2 stationary bikes, 2 Precor Adaptive Motion Trainers and 1 stairmaster. The strength equipment includes stationary machines for the upper and lower body. There is a free weight area with a variety of weight sizes.

CHECK OUT OUR NEW EQUIPMENT!

The fitness area has added a new Matrix Functional Trainer plus replaced five Precor recumbent bikes and two Precor Elliptical machines featuring the P80 Console. The Matrix Trainer combines functional design and enhanced strength training, creating a machine that takes form, function and fitness to entirely new levels. For more information on the fitness equipment or to view the Matrix Functional Trainer video, visit cedarhilltx.com/fitness.

Fitness User Requirements • All users must wear appropriate athletic shoes. • Open toe sandals, flip flops, etc. are not permitted for safety reasons. No hard-soled shoes or spiked heels allowed. • Strollers are not permitted in the fitness area. • Spitting is prohibited. • No one younger than 12 permitted in fitness area. • Youth 12-15 are permitted to use the fitness area after attending an orientation session and have a waiver signed by parent/guardian. • Youth 12-13 must have a parent/guardian present while the youth is working out. • Teens 14-17 need a signed liability waiver with parent/guardian signature. • Facility users 18 and older are required to sign their own liability waiver.

Fitness Orientation Members are encouraged to attend a FREE fitness orientation to learn the basic skills and mechanics of working out with our fitness equipment to ensure safety and proper use. Call 972.293.5288 or stop by the fitness desk to set-up an appointment with the fitness staff.

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Classes Martial Arts Cedar Hill Martial Arts

Ages 6 and over This class offers an array of Filipino martial arts, including Kuntaw (hand to hand combat), Arnis de Leon (stick, knife and sword fighting), and Filipino Ju Jitsu. Learn all of the styles, plus selfdiscipline, dedication and respect. Monthly: May, June, July, August Tue./Thur. 6:30-8:30 pm Sat. 2:00-4:00 pm Monthly Fee: $70 ($10 discount per person for 2 or more family members) Instructor: T.C. Jones

Chang Lee’s Tae Kwon Do

Ages 4-6 Tae Kwon Do, the Korean art of self-defense, literally translates “the art of hand and foot”. Values are also taught such as respect, integrity, perseverance, selfcontrol and overcoming attitude. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon./Thur. 5:30-6:15 pm Monthly Fee: $50 (2nd family member $35) Instructor: Lisa Noey

AIKIA Karate

Ages 5 and over Channel your energy through a combined style of American Tae-Kwon-Do and American Kenpo. Learn self-discipline, respect for others, and self-defense. Improve memory skills and physical conditioning. AOK/ TKO tournament circuit training at no extra charge. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon./Wed. 6:00-7:00 pm or 7:00-8:00 pm Sat. 12:00-2:00 pm – Tournament practice Monthly Fee: $30 Instructor: Master Lloyd Ploeger

Coming this Summer...

Summer Camp for Cedar Hill Kids Kindergarten-6th Grade. Call for more information at 972.293.5288 24 Register at cedarhilltx.com

Basketball Benjamin’s Basketball Training

Ages 8 and over Players will be individually trained to improve their basketball skills through drills, instruction, and competition. Monthly: May, June, July, August Sessions are scheduled when they are purchased. Fee: $25/4 sessions Instructor: Joe Benjamin

Hoop Wookshop

Ages 6 and over Improve your basketball skills by having a personalized workout program designed to meet your needs and improve your weaknesses. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon./Thur.             5:00-6:00 pm Fri.                                   7:00-9:00 pm Sat.                                9:00-11 am Sun.                                 3:00-5:00 pm Monthly Fee: $104 or $30 per class Instructor: Johnathon Burris

Itty Bitty Basketball

Ages 3-5 Your tiny tots will be introduced to the game of basketball. Each session will focus on the fundamental skills needed to be successful in youth basketball. Monthly: May, June, July, August Fri. 6:00-7:00 pm Monthly Fee: $60 Instructor: Johnathon Burris

NEW! Hoop Workshop Basketball Camp

Ages 8 and over Campers will concentrate on improving individual skills and work ethic. Drills, skill challenges, guest speakers, and full court games are included as well as video instruction and individual skills breakdown of each camper. Session: August 5-8 Mon.-Thurs.        10:00 am-4:00 pm Fee: $150 per camper Instructor: Johnathon Burris

NEW! Benjamin’s Basketball Camp

Ages 8 and over Improve your skills, meet new friends, and compete in games, drills, contests, skill sessions, and games at Coach Benjamimn’s annual basketball camp. Session: July 8-11 Mon.-Thurs.        1:00-5:00 pm Fee: $100 per camper Instructor: Joe Benjamin

Classes Fitness Every Body’s Yoga

Ages 16 and over Hatha Yoga improves physical health, while developing a state of mental calm and emotional stability. Develop self-acceptance as you move slowly and sink more deeply into postures over time. Monthly: May, June, July, August Tue./Thur. 9:00-10:15 am Monthly Fee: $50 for 10 classes, Drop-In Fee: $8 Instructor: Charla Truesdale, MA, CHES, RYT

Fitness Combine

Ages 16 and over Get in the best shape of your life while you have fun!  It will get you moving and motivated. You will see the results. Training includes cardio, resistance, nutrition, accountability and programs customized for each student. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon./Tue./Thur. 7:30-8:30 pm Sat. 9:00-10:00 am Class Start Dates: (Mon.): May 4, June 1, July 6. Aug. 3 Measurements (Sat): May 6, June 3, July 8, Aug. 5 Monthly Fee: $75, Drop-in Fee: $10 Instructors: Shedrick Cole and Troy Grant

Zumba

Ages 14 and over Achieve long term benefits (burning up to 900 calories in one hour) while having a blast working out to rhythms like Salsa, Reggaeton, Merengue, Cumbia and Hip-Hop. Monthly: May, June, July, August Zumba AM Mon.-Thur. 9:00-10:00 am Zumba PM Tue./Thur. 6:15-7:15 pm Zumba Toning Mon./Wed. 6:00-7:00 pm Zumba Sat. Drop-In Sat. 8:30-9:30 am Monthly Fee: Morning-3x per week-$28, 4x per week$35, Evening-2x per week-$24, 4x per week-$35 (includes Zumba toning), Drop-In Fee: $5 Instructor: Maria Lopez, Certified Zumba Instructor

Zumba

Ages 14 and over Achieve long term benefits (burning up to 900 calories in one hour) while having a blast to rhythms like...Salsa, Reggaeton, Merengue, Cumbia and Hip-Hop. Monthly: May, June, July, August Tue./Thur. 5:00-6:00 pm Monthly Fee: $24, Drop-in Fee: $5 Instructor: Paris Chambers, Certified Zumba Instructor

TACTIX Fitness

Ages 16 and over This is not your mother’s cardioBurns up to 825 calories per hour using a combination of modern martial arts training, MMA conditioning, fitness boot camp methods, dynamic flexibility and metabolic conditioning including Krav Maga, Kung Fu and Muay Thai. There is no fighting, sparring, or combat of any kind, this class is all about having fun. Monthly: May, June, July, August Tue.         6:15-7:00 pm Sat. 11:00-11:45 am Monthly Fee: $59 Instructor: David Skelton

Dance Ballroom Variety - Beginner

Ages 17 and over This class will focus on various styles of social dance including: Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, and Merengue. Comfortable clothes and slick soled shoes are recommended. Monthly: May, June, July, August Wed. 7:30-8:30 pm Monthly Fee: $75 per couple, $40 for a single student Instructor: Kendra Wilson

Ballroom Variety - Intermediate Ages 17 and over

Students will focus on various styles of social dance including: Waltz, Foxtrot, Swing, Tango, Rumba, Cha Cha, and Merengue. Comfortable clothes and slick soled shoes are recommended. Monthly: May, June, July, August Wed. 8:30-9:30 pm Monthly Fee: $75 per couple, $40 for a single student Instructor: Kendra Wilson

LP’s Dance for Kids Summer Intensive Dance Camp

Ages 5-15 Three fun-filled week of intense focus on dance, creativity, and learning proper techniques. Learn fundamentals of ballet, jazz, hiphop, tap, African/ ethnic,and contemporary/modern dance. At the end of each session, students will showcase their workshop experience. Bring a snack/lunch. Discounts are given to students or siblings taking both camp sessions. Session I: June 10-28 Session II: July 1-19 Mon.-Fri. 12:30-5:30 pm Session Fee: $175 Instructor: LaShonda Price

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Classes LP’s Dance for Kids

Ages 3-7 This course brings the elegance of ballet to students. Learn basic ballet technique and basic French terminology. Gain poise, grace, rhythm and balance. This class will culminate in a choreographed performance. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon./Wed. 7:00-8:00 pm Monthly Fee: $60 Instructor: LaShonda Price

LP’s Dance for Kids

Ages 8-15 This course brings the elegance of ballet to students. Learn basic ballet technique and basic French terminology. Gain poise, grace, rhythm and balance. The class will culminate in a choreographed performance. Monthly: May, June, July, August Thur./Fri. 5:30-6:30 pm Monthly Fee: $60 Instructor: LaShonda Price

Supersational Seniors

Ages 55 and over The senior line dance class is designed for fun and fitness. Line dancing consists of moving with a repeated sequence of steps where a group dances in one or more lines or rows. Everyone faces the same direction executing the steps at the same time. You do not need a dance partner for this class. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon.     10:00 am Monthly Fee: $10, Drop-in fee: $3 Instructors: Constance Jones

DancerSize

Ages 6 and over This is a line dance exercise which provides a fun and unique way to help you get in shape. You will learn the latest line dances while enjoying a fun and filling cardio aerobic workout. Call for more information. Monthly: May, June, July, August Sat.     12:30-1:30 pm Monthly Fee: $25, Drop-in fee: $8 Instructor: Stacey Dickson

Line Dance

Ages 16 and over Line Dancing is a form of repetitive pattern dancing that is performed in all four directions to popular upbeat music.  Learn old and new dances plus innovative ones which keep the class fresh and enjoyable. Monthly: May, June, July, August Sun. (1st & 3rd) 5:30-6:30 pm Monthly Fee: $30, Drop-in Fee: $6 Instructor: Lisa Alexander 46

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Latin Variety - Beginner

Ages 17 and Over This class offers a great social outlet, an enjoyable way to get in shape and will increase poise on the dance floor.  Students will focus on various styles of Latin dance including: Salsa, Rumba, Cha-Cha and Merengue. Comfortable clothes and slick soled shoes are recommended. Monthly: May, June, July, August Thurs.        8:30-9:30 pm Monthly Fee: $75 per couple, $40 for a single student Instructor: Kendra Wilson

Latin Variety - Intermediate

Ages 17 and over This class offers a great social outlet, an enjoyable way to get in shape and will increase poise on the dance floor.  Students will focus on various styles of Latin dance including: Salsa, Rumba, Cha-Cha and Merengue. Comfortable clothes and slick soled shoes are recommended. Monthly: May, June, July, August Thurs.        7:30-8:30 pm Monthly Fee: $75 per couple, $40 for a single student Instructor: Kendra Wilson

Special Interest Cooking with Kim

Ages 10 and over Learn the art of cooking from the heart. You will learn techniques that will help you prepare savory dishes, some old and some new. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon. 6:30-8:30 pm Mon. 4:45-6:00 pm (Kid’s Class) Monthly Fee: $15 per class or $25 for two classes Instructor: Kim Drennan

Acting for Television and Film

Ages 10 and over Learn acting skills such as memorization, character development, preparing for an audition and all industry standards (such as terms, headshots, resumes and talent agencies) will be covered. Instructor has over 30 years experience in the entertainment industry. Monthly: May, June, July, August Tue. 7:00-8:30 pm Monthly Fee: $60 Instructor: Constance Jones

Classes 3D Voice: Public Speaking for Children

Ages 10-14 Students develop self-confidence through learning the basics of public speaking. Students will experience reduced anxiety with public speaking and develop presentations. Monthly: May, June, July, August Wed. 6:00-7:30 pm Fee: $60/4 weeks Instructor: Coretta Turner

Discover Your Voice: Public Speaking

Ages 15 and up Do you get nervous when asked to speak in front of an audience or class? Discover your voice by learning the basics of public speaking and presentation. Monthly: May, June, July, August Thur. 6:00-7:30 pm Fee: $60/4 weeks Instructor: Coretta Turner

Heartsaversm AED CPR Course

Ages 10 and over This American Heart Associationsm course is designed to prepare a wide variety of people who, as first responders, may need to perform CPR, use an automated external defibrillator (AED) or help someone who is choking. This is a Healthcare Provider CPR approved course. A completion card is awarded to those who complete/ demonstrate the skills test. Call 972.293.5288 for dates. Sat. 9:00 am-12:00 pm Fee: $50 per course/workbook is optional and can be purchased from the instructor for $18 Instructor: LaVonda Black

Pickleball

Ages 18 and over Play competitive and non-competitive Pickleball in the gymnasium. Participants must either be recreation center members or purchase a “day pass” to enter the facility and participate. Monthly: May, June, July, August Mon.-Fri. 10:30 am-1:00 pm

Competitive Table Tennis

Ages 18 and over Meet in the Aerobics room for competitive tennis play with other table tennis enthusiasts. Participants must either be recreation center members or purchase a “day pass” to participate. Participants bring their own equipment. Monthly: May, June, July, August Fri. 7:00-10:00 pm

Crawford Park Pool 530 Krantz Rd. 972.291.5318

Daily Swim Open: Fee:

Daily 1:00-5:45 pm May 25-Aug. 11 (Closed May 28-31, June 3-6) $2 per person, $50 individual season pass $100 family (up to 4 members) season pass

Pool Rentals available starting May 1, on Fri.-Sun., 6:00-7:45 pm and 8:00-9:45 pm. (per 1 hr. 45 min.): Rental: 0-49 people, $150 50-60 people, $200 61-80 people, $250 81-100 people, $300 For all swim lesson and pool rental info, call 972.291.5130.

Learn to Swim

Swim Lessons: $40 per student-2 week, 8 class session Morning/Evening Sessions: Mon., Tue., Wed.,Thurs. Registration Starts: May 1 Lessons Start: Mon., June 1 Now, you can register online! For more information, call 972.291.5130. Private & Semi-Private Swim Lessons are available by Certified Water Safety Instructor and Cedar Hill High School Swim Coach, Amy Lamar. Classes are held each week, Monday through Thursday, 9:00 am-1:00 pm or 6:00-7:00 pm. Registration starts May 1. Coordinate times and dates by calling Amy Lamar at 940.594.7782 or email [email protected]. Register at the Cedar Hill Parks and Rec office from 8:00 am-5:00 pm or online at www.cedarhilltx.com.

Aqua Zumba

$30 per student 4 weeks, June & July $7 Drop-in Fee Tues./Thurs. 8:00-9:00 pm

Family Swim Night

June 8 6:00-7:45 pm Crawford Park Pool 530 Krantz Rd. Cost: $2 per person

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Meeting/Facility Rental A premier facility for premier events Concourse

All reservations must be made Mon.-Fri. 10 am-7 pm by appointment only.

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Meeting Rooms Topaz

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To schedule an appointment, contact the Event Coordinator at 972-293-5288.

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Kitchen

NEW! Rental Requirements Reservations

will result in forfeiture of rental deposit and all rental fees.

The Cedar Hill Recreation Center features 5,400 square feet of versatile meeting space. Guests have the option of using the entire meeting space as one room or splitting the area into separate rooms (up to four individual rooms). Each room is adjacent to an outdoor patio and small pond with a beautiful fountain and offers a variety of audio/ visual equipment for use. Rooms can be reserved up to twelve (12) months in advance and no less than fourteen (14) days prior to event, on a first-come, first-serve basis. Lessee must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older to reserve the facility and must provide verification of age and physical address with current Texas Driver’s License or Identification Card. Lessee is restricted to only one rental on the books at a time and rentals require a two (2) hour minimum. Rental Hours are specified on the contract and must include time for decorating, clean up and removal of property.

Set-Up, Equipment and Cleaning Policy

Deposits and Cancellations RENTAL DEPOSIT AND TOTAL RENTAL FEES ARE DUE AT THE TIME OF RESERVATION. The rental deposit is not applied towards the rental fee, and will be refunded in full when all conditions specified on the contract are met. Reservation cancellations or changes will only be accepted directly from the lessee in person. All cancellations must be made by the contract holder and in writing at the Recreation Center. Cancellations made at least sixty (60) days prior to the rental will qualify for a full refund, cancellations made at least thirty (30) days prior to the rental will qualify for a refund of rental fees only, and any cancellations made within thirty (30) days of the event 68 Register at cedarhilltx.com

Set-up fee includes one set-up and break down of tables and chairs per rental. Set-Up includes 72’ round tables for seating and 6’ rectangle tables. Room set up is due no later than 2 weeks prior to the event. The following amenities are available for your use during the rental at no charge, projector and screen, microphone, DVD/CD/ MP3 player (compatible for iPods), and plasma TV. Staging/riser is available for an additional fee ($25 per 4’ x 8’ section, 8 sections, skirting included). Clean-up must be completed before end of rental time.

Alcohol Policy Events serving alcohol are required to purchase an alcohol permit for $50.00 and to reserve on-site Cedar Hill Police Department officers(s) through the Recreation Center (1 officer per 50 guests is required, $45 per hour per officer, for a minimum of four (4) hours). Officers must be present from the time alcohol is served until the end of the reserved time. Serving alcohol prior to the reserved time or failure to reserve police officers for an event serving alcohol will result in the event being shut down and all attendees required to vacate the premises immediately.

Youth/Teen Event Policy Events with fifty (50) or less youth/teens are required to have a chaperone ration of 1 adult per 10 youth. All events with fifty (50) or more youth/teens (ages 12 through 21)

Meeting/Facility Rental

Patio seating located outside the meeting rooms overlook a beautiful pond and fountain.

A commercially equipped kitchen is available to rent.

Room Rates & Hours will be required to reserve on-site Cedar Hill Police Department officer(s) through the Recreation Center (1 officer per 50 youth is required, $45 per hour per officer, for a minimum of four (4) hours). Officers must be present from the time of the event (not including time allotted for decorating) until the end of the reserved time. Failure to reserve police officers for a youth/teen event or maintain sufficient number of chaperones present for the entire event, will result in the event being shut down and all attendees required to vacate the premises immediately.

Meeting Room Sizes

Operating Hours After Hours

Rental Deposit Hourly Rate Set-Up Fee

$150 $30 $35

$150 $40 $35

$200 $45 $50

$200 $55 $50

Aerobics Room

Rental Deposit Hourly Rate Set-Up Fee

$250 $65 $70

$250 $75 $70

Rental Deposit Hourly Rate Set-Up Fee

$300 $90 $95

$300 $100 $95

Kitchen

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The aerobics room is available for rentals during operating hours. The room rentals can have only one firm rental on the books at a time per person or organization. A $70 deposit is required. Call for availability of rental times. Aerobics Room $30 per hour

Gym Rental Court A is available for rentals during specified times and around class schedules. Gym rentals may have one firm rental on the books at a time per person or organization. Call for availability of rental times. Basketball

$30 per hour (half court) $60 per hour (full court)



One Room (Capacity-64)

Two Rooms (Capacity-128) Rental Deposit Hourly Rate Set-Up Fee

Three Rooms (Capacity-192)

Four Rooms (Capacity-256)

Meeting Room Hours Mon.-Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun.

Operating Hours 6:30 am-10:00 pm 6:30 am-10:00 pm 8:30 am-6:00 pm 1:30 pm-7:00 pm

After Hours N/A 10:00 pm-12:00 am 6:00 pm-12:00 am 7:00 pm-9:00 pm

(Different hours apply for gymnasium and aerobics room; see details that apply)

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Parks & Recreation Facilities Cedar Hill offers beautiful parks to meet your family’s recreational needs. Park pavilions and other facilities may be rented for your use. For information, call 972.291.5130 or visit www.cedarhilltx.com

Bradford Park

401 W. Wintergreen Road, approximately 5.6 acres. This neighborhood park offers a 27’ X 27’ gazebo, fishing pond with a fountain, 1 drinking fountain, wishing well, 4 grills, 6 picnic tables and a .6 mile paved walking trail.

Calabria Nature Preserve

750 W. FM 1382, approximately 52 acres. This property is an undeveloped special use nature preserve.

Calf Pasture Park

335 N. Joe Wilson Road, approximately 10 acres. This neighborhood park offers 1 unlit pavilion with 2 picnic tables, a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, a .5 mile paved trail, a practice baseball/softball field, 5 picnic tables and a basketball court.

Cedar Hill State Park

1570 FM 1382, approximately 1,826 acres and 7,500 acre Joe Pool Lake. Park includes over 300 campsites, 100’s of picnic tables and barbeque grills, Joe Pool Marina, biking and hiking trails and tours of historical Penn Farm Agricultural Center. Park is open 8:00 am-10:00 pm. Entrance Fee: $5 per day (ages 12 and under free). For information, call 972.291.3900.

Cedar Mountain Nature Preserve

1300 W. FM 1382, approximately 110 acres. This special use park offers a .3 mile paved trail and a .7 mile unpaved nature trail. The preserve is a beautiful place to hike with friends and family.

Cedar Trails Park

940 Black Walnut Trail (Parkway Place Subdivision I, II, III & Cedar Trails), approximately 13 acres. This green belt and open space property offers 1 unlit pavilion with no electrical outlets containing 2 picnic tables, 1 play structure for children 5 to 12 years old and 1 basketball court with 2 baskets.

Community Center Park

1740 Mansfield Road, approximately 5 acres. This neighborhood park offers 2 lighted baseball/softball fields with concessions/restrooms, a .3 mile paved trail, 3 picnic tables and a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old. Programs for senior citizens are conducted from the Senior Center building in this park. 10 2 Register at cedarhilltx.com

Crawford Park

401 Straus Road, approximately 11 acres. This community park offers a pavilion containing 7 picnic tables (available for rental @ $25 per hour), a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, a .2 mile paved trail, public restrooms, 1 baseball/softball field, 2 lighted tennis courts, 3 lighted basketball courts, 2 soccer fields, 3 grills, 3 picnic tables and 110 paved parking spaces. Within the confines of the outdoor swimming pool area (available for rental) is a grass deck and snack area containing restroom facilities. The outdoor swimming pool is located within the park at 530 Krantz.

Highlands Recreation Area

225 S. Cannady, approximately 8.3 acres. This park offers a baseball/softball field and 2 soccer fields.

Kingswood Park

1528 Sharon Drive, approximately 12.5 acres. This neighborhood park offers a pavilion containing 3 picnic tables, 2 grills, a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, a drinking fountain, a .3 mile paved trail and a .1 mile unpaved trail.

Lester Lorch Nature Preserve/ Disc Golf Course

1823 Texas Plume Road, approximately 86 acres. This special-use nature preserve offers a challenging 36-hole disc golf course suitable for tournament and casual play, two picnic tables, one pond, open play area and undesignated paved parking. For information on disc golf, visit pdga.com.

Liberty Park

301 Capricorn Drive, approximately 7 acres. This neighborhood park offers a pavilion (with no electricity) containing 2 picnic tables, a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, and a .2 mile paved trail.

Longhorn Park

425 E. Parkerville Road, approximately 8.6 acres. Thisneighborhood park offers a pavilion containing 2 picnic tables, a grill, a drinking fountain, a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, a .5 mile paved trail and an exercise course.

Parkerville Park

501 W. Parkerville Road (baseball/softball area) and 701 W. Parkerville Road (soccer area) totaling approximately 24 acres. This community park has 4 picnic tables, 1 grill, 5 lighted baseball/softball fields, a concession building, restroom facility and a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old.

Pioneer Pocket Park

600 Cedar Street, approximately .25 acre. This special use park offers a Cedar Hill Town Square Historical Marker. It is paved with commemorative brick, contains an elevated stage and is beautifully landscaped.

Parks & Recreation Facilities Ramsey Park

1313 High Pointe Lane, approximately 6 acres. This neighborhood park offers an exercise course, a .3 mile paved trail, a pavilion containing 1 picnic table, 6 picnic tables, 5 grills, a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, a drinking fountain, 1 football/soccer field, 2 unlit tennis courts and a baseball/softball field.

Dot Thomas Park

1401 S. Clark Road, approximately 6.5 acres. This community park offers 4 picnic tables, 2 lighted baseball/softball fields, a .3 mile paved trail, concession building, restrooms, 1 basketball court and a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old.

Waterford Oaks Park

320 N. Waterford Oaks Drive, approximately 6.4 acres. This neighborhood park offers 3 picnic tables, 2 grills, a fishing pond, gazebo, walking bridge and a .4 mile paved trail.

J.W. Williams Park

1605 High Pointe Lane, approximately 6 acres. This neighborhood park offers a pavilion containing 3 picnic tables, an exercise course, a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, 2 tennis courts, a baseball/softball field, a football/soccer field, 8 grills, 5 picnic tables, a drinking fountain and a .4 mile paved trail.

Valley Ridge Park

2850 Park Ridge Drive, approximately 164 acres. This community park offers a 3,000 sq. ft. amphitheater (available for rental) with natural bowl seating for 2,000 with 882 paved parking spaces. The park offers 4 play structures for children 5 to 12 years old, a stocked fishing pond with a floating pier and 2 fountains, approximately 1.5 mile paved trail, 11 picnic tables, 2 grills, 3 football fields (2 lighted), 18 soccer fields (5 lighted), 4 lighted softball fields, 6 lighted baseball fields and 4 concession buildings.

Virginia Weaver Park

631 Somerset Drive, approximately 27.6 acres. This community park offers a 7 table pavilion (available for rent @ $25 per hour), 6 uncovered picnic tables, restrooms, a creative playground for children 5 to 12 years old, 4 lighted softball/baseball fields with a concession building, approximately .3 mile paved trail, a half basketball court and 229 paved parking spaces.

Windsor Park

200 Lakeside Drive, approximately 4 acres. This neighborhood park offers a play structure for children 5 to 12 years old, a pavilion containing 3 picnic tables, 2 picnic tables, a grill, a pond with a fountain and a .3 mile paved trail.

Wooded Creek Estates Park

Joe Wilson Rd. between Pleasant Run and Hwy. 67 (Wooded Creek Estates Phase 2), approximately 7 acres. This green belt and open space property offers 1 unlit pavilion with no electrical outlets containing 2 picnic tables, 1 play structure for children 5 to 12 years old and a 3,000 ft. paved trail (approximately .6 mile).

PARK RULES & REGULATIONS For your safety and protection, the City of Cedar Hill has established the following general rules and regulations for park use: • Park hours are from 5:30 am-11:30 pm daily. • No alcoholic beverages. • Reservations required for organized activities.

Pavilion & Amphitheater Rentals Each rental can be made up to one year in advance of the event. We accept cash, check or a credit card. To check for available dates, call 972-291-5130. To book an event, visit the Park and Recreation Department at 285 Uptown Blvd. on the 2nd floor. Parks with Pavilions: • Bradford Park • Calf Pasture Park • Cedar Trails Greenbelt • Crawford Park* • J.W. Williams Park • Kingswood Park • Liberty Park • Longhorn Park

• Prairie View Park • Ramsey Park • The Meadows Park • Virginia Weaver Park* • Waterford Oaks Park • Windsor Park • Wooded Creek Greenbelt

*Parks with restrooms Valley Ridge Park Amphitheater Rental This is a 3,000 square foot amphitheater with natural bowl seating for 2,000. • $200 refundable deposit • $20 per hour for residents • $30 per hour for non-residents

Adopt-A-Park/TRAIL PROGRAM Commit to the community by volunteering to help make our park system clean, safe and beautiful. By becoming a Cedar Hill Park and Recreation “Adopt-A Park/Adopt-A-Trail” Partner you can:

• Help beautify our parks and community • Gain a sense of community and park pride • Uphold the area’s distinctive character • Promote cleanliness • Help preserve our natural resources • Enjoy the benefits of outdoor activity • Keep Cedar Hill safe • Lead by example • Meet new people • Help recruit more groups to participate • Contribute to Cedar Hill’s “Quality of Life” • Help us build a better tomorrow 7 Register at cedarhilltx.com 11

Sports Associations Cedar Hill Baseball Association (CHBA)

John at 972.480.5252 or email: [email protected] or visit cedarhillbaseball.com Ages 3-14 Fall registration: July-Mid August Practice/Season: August-November Fees: Call for details or visit cedarhillbaseball.com

Cedar Hill Youth Basketball Association (CHYBA)

Email [email protected] or visit cedarhillbasketball.com Ages 4-14 Winter Registration: October Practice/Season: November-March Fee: Call for details. Birth certificate needed for all players.

Cedar Hill Youth Football and Cheerleading Organization (CHYFCO)

Bre at 214.830.5068 or Knox at 972.571.3122 or visit facebook.com/chyfco Ages 4-12 for football Ages 4-13 for cheerleaders Practice/Season: August-December Fee: Call for details.

Cedar Hill Soccer Association (CHSA)

For more information, visit cedarhillsoccer.org Ages 3-18 (As of July 31) Fall registration: June-July Practice/Season: August-November Fee: Check website for details. Birth certificate needed for all new players.

Cedar Hill Girls Softball Association (CHGSA)

Greg at 214.725.9690, Tim at 817.253.0674, or visit cedarhillgirlssoftball.clubspaces.com Ages 4-15 Fall registration: August Practice/Season: September-November Fee: Call for details.

Youth Rainout Line: 972.480.5868

Learn to coach youth

with the National Youth Sports Coaches Assoc. All National Youth Sports Association coaches must be certified through NYSCA. NYSCA coaching certificates are offered online for all sports. Visit nays.org/nyscaonlineclinics for information.

SUMMER YOUTH & ADULT TENNIS LESSONS

Lessons at Crawford Park, 401 Straus Rd. Balls provided. 4 lessons per session. Register online at cedarhilltx.com or at the Parks and Recreation office. WEEKDAY YOUTH SESSIONS (Ages 4-14) Weekly lessons, Mon.-Thur starting June 10. Cost: $35 per session Ages 4-6 8:30-9:15 am Ages 10U 10:30-11:30 am Ages 8U 9:30-10:30 am Ages 14U 11:30 am-12:30 pm YOUTH SATURDAY ONLY SESSIONS (Ages 4-10) May 18-June 8 Ages 4-6 9:30-10:15 am Ages 10U 11:30-12:30 pm Ages 8U 10:30-11:30 am Registration deadline: Noon on Friday before 1st lesson, Cost: $35 per session ADULT BEGINNER SESSIONS (Ages 18 and older) Tues. only 7:00-8:00 pm May 14-June 4 Thurs. only 7:00-8:00 pm May 16-June 6 Registration deadline: Noon on 1st day of session, Cost: $50 per session Instructor: Martha Franklin, USPTA Development Coach, 469.360.4045 For further detailed summer session information, go to cedarhilltx.com

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Sports Leagues Register for softball, volleyball, or kickball at the Cedar Hill Parks and Recreation office Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at 285 Uptown Blvd. on the 2nd floor or at the Cedar Hill Recreation Center at 310 E. Parkerville Rd. Registration is for teams only. A player call-in list is maintained for individuals looking for a team. For information on adult leagues or if you are interested in coaching a team, but don’t have enough players to form a complete team, please contact us at 972.291.5130 or visit cedarhilltx.com. Sign up for NOTIFY ME to receive electronic email on the latest information on adult sports league registration and play. Register at cedarhilltx.com/notifyme.

Adult Men’s and Coed Softball

Ages: 16 and over Summer league registration starts May 15-31 with the leagues starting play the week of June 10. Fall league registration starts July 31-Aug.16; play week of August 25. All games are played at Virginia Weaver Softball Complex, 631 Somerset Dr. Registration fee: $300 per team (subject to change)

Adult Coed Kickball

Ages: 16 and over Summer league registration starts May 15-31 with the leagues starting play the week of June 10. Fall league registration starts July 31-Aug.16; play week of August 25. All games are played at Virginia Weaver Softball Complex, 631 Somerset Dr. Registration fee: $225 per team (subject to change)

Adult Coed Volleyball

Ages: 16 and over Summer registration is May 22-June 5 with the league play starting the week of June 17. Fall league registration starts Aug. 28-Sept. 6; play week of Sept. 16. All games are played at the Cedar Hill Recreation Center, 310 E. Parkerville Rd. Registration fee: $116 per team (subject to change)

Men and Coed 5on5 Flag Football 9 Man Contact Flag Football

8on8 Women Screen Flag Football

Ages: 18 and over Cedar Hill Parks & Rec. is partnering with FlagFootballX to offer adult flag football leagues. 10 games guaranteed (8 reg. season games-2 playoff games). Sessions: Leagues are ongoing throughout the year, 5 weeks per session. All games are played Sunday afternoon at Valley Ridge Park, 2850 Park Ridge Dr. Registration Fee: Fee varies with the different leagues For registration information/fees/league start dates and rules visit flagfootballx.com or call FlagFootballX at 817.368.0800.

Adult Rainout Line: 214.855.9758

Golf LESSONS

Ages 18 and over Tangle Ridge Golf Club, 818 Tangle Ridge Dr., Grand Prairie If you want to learn the game of golf or improve your game, this class is for you. Learn the proper way to swing a club, stance, ball placement, what club to use based on distance from the hole and the game of golf in general. Students bring their own clubs or for club rental information call 972.740.1032 before the first class. Registration begins August 8. Fall Session: September 5-October 3 Thur. 6:00-7:00 pm Session Fee: $99/5 lessons Instructor: Alan Rasberry, Certified PGA Pro, Tangle Ridge Golf Club, PGA Director of Instruction

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Mother’s Day Special

City of Cedar Hill 285 Uptown Blvd., Bldg. 100 Cedar Hill, TX 75104

$10 off a 3-Month Membership

PRSRT STD US POSTAGE

PAID

CEDAR HILL, TX Permit No. 25

Valid May 6-12

Father’s Day Special

$10 off a 3-Month Membership

POSTAL CUSTOMER

Valid June 10-16

2013 Summer Special Events Calendar Cedar Hill Star Party

National Parks and Recreation Month

Come watch the stars! It’s free and fun for the whole family. Bring your telescope or enjoy the sights through our telescopes. Call 972.291.1505 for more information.

Celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with us! Go to cedarhilltx.com/parksandrecmonth or call 972.291.5130 to check out all the awesome events hosted throughout July. Like us on facebook at http:// tinyurl.com/CHParksAndRec for the latest event updates and let us know what you like about parks and recreation.

Third Saturday of each month, Sunset until 11:00 pm J. W. Williams Park , 1605 High Pointe Lane (Beside West Intermediate School)

Youth Fishing Tournament

Ages 4-16 Saturday, June 1, 8:00 am-12:00 pm Valley Ridge Park Pond, 2850 Park Ridge Drive Every child should experience the joy of catching fish! Youth, ages 4-16, bring your fishing poles. Register on site the day of the tournament. Bait and tackle will be provided plus a limited number of poles. A hot dog lunch will be served after the tournament and prizes will be awarded. This free community event is sponsored by the Cedar Hill Parks and Recreation Dept. and the Dallas Bass Hookers Club. Call 972.291.5130 or visit cedarhilltx.com/fish for more information.

Best Southwest Juneteenth Celebration

June 15, 4-10 pm Lancaster City Park, 211 W. Beltline Rd., Lancaster The Best Southwest cities of Cedar Hill, DeSoto, Duncanville and Lancaster will join together to honor the oldest known celebration of the ending of slavery and the celebration of freedom. This event will have something for people of all ages including great entertainment, children’s activities, and more. Admission is free. For info visit cedarhilltx.com or call 972.218.3784.

July 1- July 31, 2013

Music in the Park

Friday, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 8:00 pm Valley Ridge Park Amphitheater, 2850 Park Ridge Drive Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy free concerts by various artists while relaxing under the stars. For your convenience there will be a food vender at each event, so come early and have dinner in the park. This is a great way to start your weekend! June 7    Joyce Spencer & Expressions     June 14 Memphis Soul June 21    Party Crashers June 28 Jukebox Live *Audience is encouraged to wear 70’s attire.

Red, White & Pool

Thursday July 4, 1:00-5:45 pm Crawford Park Pool, 530 Krantz Road Fee: $2 per person Family friendly competitions and games will be played, as well as a water slide for all to enjoy.

Guided Hikes • School Programs • Volunteer Opportunities • Facility Rental

DOGWOOD CANYON

Audubon CENTER AT CEDAR HILL

A Wild and Special Place 1206 W. FM 1382 Cedar Hill, TX 75104 [email protected]

Stomp the Yard Summer Teen Series... Kick-Off Party June 6th, 12-3 pm at Virginia Weaver Park! For more information call 972.293.5288

Jazz R&B Rock’n Roll 70’s Variety*