City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation & Parks

12240 Archwood Street North Hollywood, Ca 91606 Office: (818) 765-5885 /After School :(818) 764-1679 Fax: (818) 756-7674 Email: [email protected] Valley Plaza Child Care 6451 St. Clair Ave. North Hollywood, Ca (818) 764-1679

City of los Angeles

Department of Recreation and Parks

Department of Recreation and Parks MISSION STATEMENT

 

We unify Los Angeles by providing diverse recreational opportunities, beautiful facilities, and innovative leadership for the universal enjoyment of our residents and visitors by providing facilities to the general population, especially youth, and to all our special needs segments of the population. Mayor Eric Garcetti Councilman District 2 Paul Krekorian

Board of Recreation and Parks Commissioners Sylvia Patsaouras, President Lyn Alvarez Vice President

PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES Persons with disabilities are welcome to participate in our programs. Reasonable accommodations will be made with prior arrangements. NOTE: Some classes may require the patron to supply a person of assistance at their own cost.

RAISE THE BAR

Members: Melba Culpepper, Misty M. Sanford Department of Recreation and Parks Michael A. Shull, General Manager Anthony-Paul Diaz, Esq.- Executive Officer & Chief of Staff Kevin Regan, Assistant General Manager / Operations Branch Vicki Israel, Assistant General Manager / Partnership and Revenue Branch

Valley Plaza Recreation Center is involved in a City-sponsored program called “Raise the Bar.” The objective of this program is to promote and provide sports opportunities to girls and women. Our goal, at Valley Plaza Recreation Center, is to increase girls’ and women’s participation in sports activities by providing a variety of choices in sports programming. Valley Plaza R.C. offers youth sports, clinics, classes, adult leagues, camp and sports camp, all of which provide opportunities for girls and women of all ages to develop sports skills and participate in sports activities.

FINGERPRINTING All volunteers that participate at Valley Plaza Recreation Center must be fingerprinted by the Department of Recreation and Parks.

Ramon Barajas, Assistant General Manager / Planning Construction & Maintenance

PERMITS

Valley Region Charles Singer, Superintendent Michael L. Harrison, Principal Recreation Supervisor II Therman Calloway- Principal Grounds Maintenance Supervisor II Robin Smith, East Valley District Supervisor Valley Plaza Recreation Center Staff Patrick Kanan, Senior Recreation Director II—[email protected] Evan Nakamura, Recreation Coordinator—[email protected] Brenda I. Shaw , Recreation Coordinator—[email protected] Recreation Assistants and Instructors Nancy Alvarez, Mariam Asaryan, Larissa Bernal, Ever Castaneda, Marla Castellanos, Jasmin Gonzalez, Daniel Hart, Benito Lara, Jorge Venegas, Vanessa Aguilar, Derek Martinez, Jocelyn Melendez, Anthony Melendez, Clarissa Mercado, Chris Meyerson, Bibiana Muñoz, Alexis Pineda, Zak Rasooli, Rick Stollman, Joseph Templos, Diego Villasenor. Maintenance Jesus Galan, Guadalupe Estrada, Danny Gonzalez, Rosa Guzman, Ronny Ortega

All reservations must be submitted a minimum of two weeks prior to date. Center classes and programs have priority. NO PRIVATE LESSONS OR TRAININGS WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISION FROM FULL TIME STAFF.

MOON-BOUNCE (Jumper) Information There are no refunds for jumper permits. Jumper permits are on a rain or shine basis and are issued on Fridays 5-7 pm. and Saturdays 1-3 pm. They are only allowed near the pool and behind the library. To request a jumper permit, you must use one of the jumper approved companies listed with the City of Los Angeles, pay a $42 fee for the jumper permit. INDOOR FACILITY AREAS Rooms are available for rent during non-programming hours. You must have prior approval by full time recreation staff. Date and time restrictions may apply. FACILITY OUTDOOR AREAS Based on field availability, baseball daylight play is $25/hour, plus Staffing fees. When lights are used, $35/hour during open hours and $57/per hour after hours. For weeknights from 6 pm on. Sunday field usage including soccer fields, please call Municipal Sports Office (818) 765-0284. TENNIS COURTS

Registration Hours: Monday - Friday 9:15 am—8:30 pm Saturday 9:15 am—3:30 pm

 

Are open (for tennis only) daily from 10:00 am - 9:00 pm on a first come, first serve basis. Valley Plaza approved tennis classes have priority. No private lessons allowed.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION GENERAL REGISTRATION Fall registration start Saturday, August 6, 2016, for sports. Class Registration begins September 3, 2016. Registration will be ongoing until class or programs are full. Class space is limited. Fall classes are scheduled to start in September 2016, (except pay Guitar/Piano which are monthly basis). No make-ups for missed classes by students. Prorating prices on classes only. Persons with disabilities are welcome to participate in our programs. Reasonable accommodations will be made with prior arrangements. Due to low cost of our programs, scholarships are offered sparingly and with the availability of sponsorships.

METHOD OF PAYMENTS Checks, Money Orders, Credit Cards (Master Card or Visa), and cash (exact amount). Please make checks payable to “City of Los Angeles”. Payment is required in full at the time of registration.

Registration Hours

REFUND POLICY

Monday—Friday 9:15am-8:30pm

No full refund will be issued unless a class or a sports league is cancelled. No refunds due to injuries. A 15% administrative fee will be deducted for any patron granted a refund. Please allow 10 to 12 weeks to receive refunds. No refunds due to injuriesSaturday to participants in sports leagues.

9:15am– 3:00pm

LA KIDS CLASSES The Valley Region has took over the “FREE” L.A. Kids CLASS programs. These programs were formally made possible by a Community Development Block Grant funded by the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development. There is a limit to one free class per child unless class is still under capacity after one week. Registration begins September 3, 2016. Classes start October 3,2016— November 22, 2016.

DIRECTORY FAX

(818) 756-7674

OFFICE

(818) 765-5885

CHILDCARE BUILDING (2-6PM)

(818) 764-1679

OTHER CITY NUMBERS AQUATICS

(323) 906-7953

FILM OFFICE

(323) 644-6220

MAINTENANCE

(818) 506-7456

VALLEY MUNICIPAL SPORTS

(818) 765-0284

NORTH HOLLYWOOD LAPD

(818) 623-4016

OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY

(213) 978-4670

VALLEY PLAZA LIBRARY

(818) 765-9251

DECEASED ANIMAL/BLULK PICKUP

(800) 773-2489

ANIMAL SHELTER

(888) 452-7381

VP On Line

laparks.org/reccenter/valley-plaza

ALL PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES SPORTS PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT Our sports program mission at Valley Plaza R.C. is to provide a fun, educational, in A competitive sports environment with a heavy emphasis on sportsmanship. Remember: “Let the officials officiate, the coaches coach, the fans cheer, and the players play!”

Registration Begins 08/6/2016 ***SIGN UP NOW!*** AGE DETERMINED AS OF JANUARY 1, 2016

DIVISION

AGES FEE

DIVISION

AGES FEE

TEE-BALL/Clinic (co-Rec)

3.5 –4

$60

ELEMENTARY SOFTBALL

9-12

$15

PITCH TEE (CO-REC)

5-6

$70

GPLA SOFTBALL *

13-15

$15

COACH PITCH (CO-REC)

6-8

$90

*= sponsored league

MINORS

8-10

$90

MAJORS

11-12

$90

JUNIORS

13-15

$90

League Information 

The following information, dates and fees on this flyer are subject to change.

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Registration will be ongoing until evaluations are submitted or until each division is full.

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Registration includes: a jersey, pants, socks, cap, award, practices, games, administration and umpire fees.

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All participants must be registered before evaluations.

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Evaluations will be held the week of September 2016. TBA

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Opening Day TBA

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Persons with disabilities are welcome to participate in our programs. Reasonable accommodations will be made with prior arrangements.

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Raise the Bar “Achieving gender equality through a continuous commitment to girls and women in sports.”

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No full refund will be issued unless a class or a sports league is cancelled. A 15% administrative fee will be deducted for any patron granted a refund. Players unable to play due to injury will not receive a full refund.

YOUTH CLASSES/PROGRAMS Karate

Mondays&Fridays

Time 4pm-6pm

Ages 4 to 18

Enjoy the physical and mental benefits of martial arts. Benefits include cardiovascular exercise, coordination, flexibility, practical selfdefense techniques, stress relief, aerobic activity, quicker reflexes, perseverance, humility, responsibility, self-esteem, confidence, awareness, and practicality in judgment. Enroll now! Please see instructor before enrolling and for inquiries about uniform.

INSTRUCTOR: Derrick Martinez

Cost $40 /a Month Teen Club

Location Small Gym

Mondays-Fridays

Time 4pm-7pm

Ages 11 to 17

The Teen Club is a free program that offers many fun activities. Acting, tutoring, sports, youth council, field trips, do special events, community service, movie night , Arts & crafts, and much more.

INSTRUCTOR: Evan Nakamura

Cost FREE

Location Teen Room

After School Program

Mondays-Fridays

Time 3pm-6pm Kinder—5th grade

Valley Plaza After-School Program offers quality, educational, recreational, and cultural activities that promote the social, physical, intellectual, and emotional development for youth. Activities include: homework tutoring, educational games, sports, arts and crafts. Transportation is provided from local schools. Program runs on school days only. We do pick ups on Shorten days, may require a SURCHARGE. No program on holidays. Parents are responsible for notifying center of shortened school days.

INSTRUCTOR: Jorge Venegas

Cost $160/ Monthy

Location Child Care

Piano & Guitar Lessons

Saturdays

Time 9:30am-4:30pm

Ages 5 to Adults

Individual 30 minute lessons. For beginner and intermediate students. Space is limited. Returning students must pay by the third Saturday of the month to keep their time slot! This is a monthly class. DAY

TIME

FEE

September

Saturdays

9:30-4:30pm

$60/month

October

Saturdays

9:30-4:30pm

$60/month

November

Saturdays

9:30-4:30pm

$60/month

INSTRUCTOR: Rick Stollman

Cost $60 / Monthly

Location Studio

ALL PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Day:

Time:

Monday

8:00pm

Tuesday

7:00pm

Wednesday

7:00pm

Thursday

8:00pm

Saturday

9:10am Loca on :Small Gym

Date:

Thursday December 8,2016

Time:

9:00am‐3:00pm

Ages:

50+

Loca on: In the Main Gym Fee:

$4.00

ADULT CLASSES/PROGRAMS Open Basketball Gym Play

Mondays/Wednesday/Friday

Time 10:00am-2:00pm

Open basketball gym is available for the community. The gym consist of one full court and six baskets. Open Gym hours are subject to change with out notice. Open Gym is subject to gym rules. Please observe them. Hours and days subjects to change and close on holidays.

Adult Free Agent Basketball

Ages 18+

We are currently looking for Adult Basketball Players. Games will be on Thursday nights (women) and Sunday Mornings (men). Registration fee is $30 per player plus officials and scorekeeper fees. Call after 5pm for more information! Ask for Evan Nakamura.

Location: Main Gym T.O.P.S Senior Group

Tuesdays

Time 9:30am-12:00pm

Ages 55+

Senior group meets every Thursday to dance and mingle. Food and Drinks are served.

Cost FREE Location: Small Gym Senior Dance Club

Thursdays

Time 9:30am-1:30pm

Ages 50+

Senior group meets every Thursday to dance and mingle. Food and Drinks are served.

Most Saturday

Time 12:30pm-3:00pm

Senior group come to learn new dances and keep active.

Cost $4 Membership $4 Location: Small Gym

ALL PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Ages 50+

L.A. KIDS CLASSES Registration Starts Saturday, September 3, 2016

Gymnastics

classes run from October 3, to November 12, 2016

Music Lessons

These classes run for six weeks. Ages 5-17years old.

Sports Clinics

Arts & Crafts

 

Come hang out at Valley Plaza Park on Friday nights and get your grove on!. Teen Center opens daily at 3pm Activities begin at 6:00pm every Friday night Free for teen club member Ages 13 & up More information given at office. Ask for Evan Nakamura, Teen Coordinator

Sports * Movies * Crafts * Food

WINTER CAMP  Registration begins November 12, 2016 December 19, 2016– January 6, 2016 7:00a.m - 6:00p.m Ages: 5– 12yrs. $115 /week

* Special No Registration feefor Winter Camp.* Fee includes : T-shirt (one per child) , Extended Care, Field Trip, Games, Sports, Arts & Crafts. *****Space is Limited! ONLY 20 SPOTS available******

Campers are responsible for their own lunch and snack.  

No CAMP on Monday, Dec 26th and Jan. 2nd due to HOLIDAY Dates, fees and information on this flyer are subject to change. Persons with disabilities are welcome to participate in our programs. Reasonable accommodations will be made with prior arrangements. Raise the Bar “Is achieving gender equality through a continuous commitment to girls and women in sports.”

Winter Holiday Show Date: Friday December 9, 2016 Time: 6:30pm Location: Small gym  

Come see your kids perform! Refreshments will be served. Seats are limited. (A special guest will make an appearance)

Age determined as of January 1, 2017 

REGISTRATION STARTS NOVEMBER 5, 2016 **Sign up Now !** Includes, jersey, shorts, award, practices and games  

DIVISION

AGE

Mighty Mites (Co-rec) Pee Wees (Co-rec) Rookies (Co-rec) Minors (Co-rec) Majors (Co-rec) Juniors (Co-rec)

GIRLS BASKETBALL DIVISION MINOR GIRLS MAJOR GIRLS GPLA JUNIORS

3-4 4-6 7-8 9-10 11-12 13-15

COST $60 $70 $90 $90 $90 $90

 

AGE 9-10 11-12 13-15

COST $90 $90 $15

Volunteer Coaches Needed! Dates, fees and information on this flyer are subject to change. Persons with disabilities are welcome to participate in our programs. Reasonable accommodations will be made with prior arrangements. Raise the Bar “Achieving gender equality through a continuous commitment to girls and women in sports  

Valley Plaza Recreation Center In the small gym

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL With Participation from: North Hollywood West Neighborhood Council

Saturday October 29 2-6pm Free Games and Prizes! Bingo (10yrs & up) Costume Contest! Free Raffle!

COMMUNITY Volunteers The city needs your help, Be a team parent, coach scorekeeper for Valley Plaza park. Volunteers needed to coach youth baseball, softball, and basketball all year round . All volunteers that participate at Valley Plaza Recreation Center must be fingerprinted and cleared by the Department of Justice and before working with children. Make your city great!

PARK ADVISORY BOARD We are always looking for active community members to join our PAB. The PAB normally meets quarterly. For next scheduled date please check the bulletin board in the lobby of the Recreation Center. Meeting location is usually in the child care center.

Neighborhood Council

North Hollywood West Neighborhood Council Mailing Address: 12814 Victory Blvd., #101 North Hollywood, CA 91606 E-Mail - [email protected] Phone - (818) 446-6469

Important dates

REGISTRATION 

DATE 

TIME 

Fall Baseball/Softball Registration

August 6, 2016

Until Filled 

September 3, 2016

9:30am—3:30pm 

October 3– November 12

2:00-7:00pm 

Halloween Carnival

October 29, 2016

2:00am—6:00pm 

Fall Carnival

November 4-6

3:00pm-11:00pm 

Winter Basketball Registrations

November 5, 2016

9:30am—3:30pm 

Winter Camp Registration

November 12, 2016

9:30am—8:30pm 

Senior Dance Spectacular

December 8, 2016

9:00am-3:00pm 

Holiday Show

December 9, 2016

6:30pm 

LA kids Classes Registration LA kids Classes

Winter camp

December1 9-January 6, 2017 7:00am-6:00pm 

Spring Baseball/Softball Registrations

February 6, 2017

Until Filled  

Spring Egg Hunt

April 13, 2017

4:00pm-7:00pm 

Summer Camp Registration

April 8, 2017

10:00am-4:0pm 

*All  programs in this Brochure are subject to change.