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PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES, SPORTS

NEW - Toddler Sign Language

Teaching your baby American Sign Language (ASL) is more than just a popular fad. ASL is a way to help your child with speaking and comprehension skills before they are fluent speakers and it’s fun too! ASL is a true language that is used by Deaf people all around the country, and is the 4th most utilized language in the US. The whole family will enjoy this interactive class. Bringing the little ones is encouraged. Learn basic words to describe everyday feelings, wants and things in your child’s world, such as signs relating to: numbers, colors, family, food, all-done, play-time, diaper, nap-time, “I love you” and much more. Give them the opportunity to get a head start on languages. Additional Information: No classes will be held on Jul 3 or 5. Participants must take the beginner class before registering for the intermediate class.

Beginner

Intermediate

Price: Res. Online $65 / Office $70
          Non-Res. Online $78 / Office $83
Instructor: Amelia Burkhardt, ASL Certified Interpreter
Location: Novi Civic Center
Registration Ends: Jun 6 / Jul 18

NEW - Come Read with Me

Reading books is a great learning opportunity and so much fun! Now you and your little ones can share some special story time with some very important people in our City - like the Mayor, City Manager, Parks Director, Police and Fire Chiefs and many more! First you’ll hear a story selected by the Novi Library and then you’ll see some cool stuff in the City, such as big trucks at the DPW garage, the Police Station, a Fire Station and the SWOCC cable facility - just to name a few! Sure to fill quick. Please register early so you don’t miss your opportunity!
VIP/Location

Price: Individual Date: Res. Online $7 / Office $12
                                Non-Res. Online $9 / Office $14
          Entire Series: Res. Online $49 / Office $54
                               Non-Res. Online $58 / Office $63
Registration Ends: One week prior to activity date
*This session will be taped for broadcast.
DPW, Department of Public Works, 26300 Delwal
Novi Parks, Recreation and Forestry, 45175 W Ten Mile
Novi Library, 45245 W Ten Mile
Meadowbrook Commons, 25075 Meadowbrook Rd.
SWOCC, 33300 Nine Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, 48336
Police Station, 45125 West Ten Mile
Novi Civic Center, 45175 W Ten Mile
Fire Station #4, 49375 W Ten Mile

Farmington Gymnastics - Preschool

Preschool classes are for girls and boys, ages 1- 5. In these classes we will introduce the gymnasts to the four gymnastics events using colorful, fun progressionary equipment. Classes are taught in a circuit so that the gymnasts are moving the whole time! In addition to learning basic gymnastics skills, your child will also benefit from the coordination, body awareness, and strength that gymnastics provides Additional Information: Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes and bring a water bottle. No class Jul 23.

Price: Res. Online $60 / Office $65
          Non-Res. Online $72 / Office $77
Instructor: Farmington Gymnastics Staff
Location: Farmington Gymnastics - 23966 Freeway Park Dr.,
               Farmington Hills 48355 - 248-478-6130
Registration Ends: Jun 27

Farmington Gymnastics - Kinder Fitness

This class will increase your child's strength, flexibility and overall sports performance. Great for children who are not getting enough out of their school gym classes! Using inviting colors, shapes and fun equipment, we will concentrate on developing timing, strength, body awareness, speed and overall physical fitness. Additional Information: Wear comfortable clothing, shoes and bring a water bottle. No class Jul 23.

Price: Res. Online $60 / Office $65
          Non-Res. Online $72 / Office $77
Instructor: Farmington Gymnastics Staff
Location: Farmington Gymnastics - 23966 Freeway Park Dr.,
               Farmington Hills 48355 - 248.478.6130
Registration Ends: Jun 27

Lifetime Fitness - Tornado Toddlers

Join your child in play with enthusiasm and encouragement. Enjoy time well spent together and socialize with other parents. Emphasis is on a variety of gross motor skill activities, sing-a-longs and creative play. Additional Information: Participants please wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and bring a water bottle.

Price: Res. Online$66 / Office $71
          Non Res. Online $79 / Office $84
Instructor: Lifetime Fitness Staff
Location: Lifetime Fitness Novi - 40000 High Pointe Blvd., Novi 48375 248.735.0100
Registration Ends: May 23 / Jul 11

Lifetime - Swim & Gym

Participants will enjoy organized group sports, games and relays in the gym and pool. These activities will build strength, stamina and agility. Additional Information: No class Sep 1.

Price: One Day Res. Online $111 / Office $116
                       Non-Res. Online $133 / Office $138
          Two Day Res. Online $178 Office $183
                        Non-Res. Online$214 / Office $219
Instructor: Lifetime Fitness Staff
Location: Lifetime Fitness Novi - 40000 High Pointe Blvd., Novi 48375 248.735.0100
Registration Ends: May 23 / Jul 11

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

Lifetime Fitness - Climb & Gym

Have you ever wanted to learn how to climb on the huge climbing walls? Now is your chance! You can practice your climbing skills or simply learn how to climb. A variety of gym games will also be planned to help build stamina and agility. Additional Information: Please wear comfortable clothing, shoes and bring a water bottle.

Price: Res. Online $111 / Office $116
          Non-Res. Online $133 / Office $138
Instructor: Lifetime Fitness Staff
Location: Lifetime Fitness Novi - 40000 High Pointe Blvd., Novi 48375 248.735.0100
Registration Ends: May 23 / Jul 11

Lifetime Fitness - Yoga for Kids

Through the use of music and stories your child will learn how fun yoga can be. It is an excellent activity to help increase flexibility, concentration and self-image. The yoga philosophy will also help guide your child toward his or her greater potential.

Price: Res. Online $105 / Office $110
          Non-Res. Online $126 / Office $131
Instructor: Lifetime Fitness Staff
Location: Lifetime Fitness Novi - 40000 High Pointe Blvd., Novi 48375 248.735.0100
Registration Ends: May 23 / Jul 11

NEW – Sticks for Kids – Golf Clubs

Novi Parks, Recreation & Forestry has been selected to become a “Sticks for Kids Community.” We have 10 sets of youth golf equipment available, year-round, for children ages 7-15. Our goal is to introduce more kids to the game of golf. Call the Novi Parks office at 248.347.0400 to reserve your clubs today!

Price: Res. Office $15 / day
          Non-Res. Office $18 / day
Location: Clubs are stored at the Novi Civic Center

NEW – Sticks for Kids

Experience a sport that teaches etiquette, discipline, integrity and honor, as well as fun. Participants will be provided with clubs, instruction and an instructional booklet during the session. Instruction will focus on proper stance, swing and rules as well as the basics of putting, chipping and driving.

Price: Res. Online$75 / Office $80
          Non-Res. Online $90 / Office $95
Location: ITC Community Sports Park
Registration Ends: Jun 12 / Jul 11

Bowling League

Recreational mixed league for all levels of bowlers. Join us at Novi Bowl every Wednesday evening from 7 to 9pm. Price includes registration fee, 3 games, and glow bowl per week. Shoe rental included. Season ending pizza party with trophies. Additional Information: No bowling Jul 2.

Price: Res. Online $78 / Office $83
         Non-Res. Online $93 / Office $98
Location: Novi Bowl, 21700 Novi Road (between 8 and 9 mile roads)
Registration Ends: Jun 11

NEW - Learn To Play Golf

Check out the new Novi Oaks Golf Center. Novi Oaks fully trained PGA Golf professionals will you increase your club speed and accuracy. Whether you are a beginner or a seasonal player these lessons will help you improve your game. A great way to get ready for the upcoming season. Sign up early, classes fill fast. Additional information: Call for information concerning adaptive areas. Balls are not included, but are discounted.

Youth / Adult Lessons

Activity Code	Date	Day	Time	Age
2872	Jun 7-28	Sat	10-11am	5-14
2874	Jul 5-13	Sat & Sun	11am-12pm	5-17
2870	Jun 2-11	Mon & Wed	6-7pm	12+
2871	Jun 2-11	Mon & Wed	7-8pm	12+
2875	Jul 8-17	Tue & Thu	7-8pm	12+
2877	Jul 21-30	Mon & Wed	7-8pm	12+

Advanced Adult Lessons

Activity Code	Date	Day	Time	Age
2873	Jun 23-Jul 2	Mon & Wed	6:30-7:30pm	18+

Price: Res. Online$75 / Office $80
                  Non-Res. Online $90 / Office $95
Instructor: Novi Oaks Golf Center PGA Professionals
Location: Novi Oaks Golf Center, 46844 W 12 Mile, 248-348-0258

Youth Police Academy

The role of the Police Officer has always been of great interest to the youth. During this one-week course, Novi Police Department staff will educate attendees about patrol operations, use of force, the K-9 program, traffic laws/stops, the judicial system, Firearm Training System (F.A.T.S.) and crime scene investigation. To register for the Youth Police Academy click here or contact Detective Mike Wilson at 248-347-0538.

Registration Begins: Jun 1
Price: No charge
Location: Novi Police Department
Registration Ends: Jun 27

NEW - MRPA Hershey Track & Field

Get ready for an awesome time! If you're between 9 and 14 years old (age as of December 31, 2007) and love to run, jump, and throw, sign up now for the Hershey's Track & Field Games. Novi Parks, Recreation and Forestry is hosting the local Michigan Recreation and Park Association (MRPA), Hershey’s Track & Field Games, presented in partnership with West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation. This meet offers running events like the 50 Meter Dash and the 800 Meter Run, plus field events like the Softball Throw and the Long Jump. There are plenty of choices, and it doesn't matter how fast you can run or how far you can jump or throw - everyone's a winner! Your may enter up to three track and field events, only two may be running events. Hershey’s promotes youth physical fitness and fun learning experiences for boys and girls, on a local, state and national level. Additional Information: Age group winners of each gender, in each event, qualify for the Michigan State Finals which will be held on Friday, July 6 at Holt High School, Holt, MI. Winners at the State competition in Holt, will get the chance to go on to the North American Final track & field meet held in Hershey, Pennsylvania! Spikes or shoes designed for turf surfaces are not allowed. An event form (to select the events your child would like to participate in) and waiver, must be complete by June 6. The registration form is available by clicking on the link above, or the Parks Office. For more information the national Hershey’s program, please visit www.hersheystrackandfield.com.

Price: Online $10 / Office $15
Location: West Bloomfield High School, Orchard Lake Rd
Registration Ends: Jun 13

NEW – Discover Scuba

The Discover Scuba Diving program lets you experience the thrill of diving under the supervision of an Adventure Scuba Professional. During your adventure, you’ll master some basic concepts and scuba skills. When you participate in a Discover Scuba Diving program, you discover excitement and adventure - freedom and serenity. Nothing compares to the “weightless” exhilaration of breathing underwater. Only a diver knows the feeling! This program is for the experience only and does not result in a certification. Minimum age is 12 (with guardian consent).

Price: Res. Online $45 / Office $50
          Non-Res. Online $53 / Office $58
Location: Lakeshore Park
Registration Ends: Jun 12 / Jul 10 / Aug 14

Karate

Kick start your heart while increasing your flexibility, balance and confidence. ‘Tang So Do’ Korean Karate under the direction of sixth degree black belt master, Bob Gordon. Karate provides a great recreational experience that promotes healthy and active lifestyles for
all ages! Additional Information: No class on Aug 5.

Beginner

Activity Code	Date	Day	Time	Age
2652	Jun 3-Jul 22	Tue	7-8:30pm	8+
2653	Jul 29-Sep 23	Tue	7-8:30pm	8+

Advanced

Activity Code	Date	Day	Time	Age
2654	Jun 3-Jul 22	Tue	7-8:30pm	8+
2655	Jul 29-Sep 23	Tue	7-8:30pm	8+

Black Belt

Activity Code	Date	Day	Time	Age
2656	Jun 3-Jul 22	Tue	7-8:30pm	8+
2657	Jul 29-Sep 23	Tue	7-8:30pm	8+

Price: Res. Online $40 / Office $45
          Non-Res. Online: $48 / Office $53
          Res. Black Belt Online$15 / Office $20
          Non-Res. Black Belt Online$17 / Office $22
Registration Ends: May 27 / Jul 22

Farmington Gymnastics - Introductory

Your child will be introduced to the four gymnastics events: floor (tumbling), balance beam, bars and vault. The focus will be on learning the proper way to do basic skills on each event. Classes are taught using stations and training accessories to encourage learning the proper gymnastics skills with a lot of practice time. Ratio of eight to one. Additional Information: Please wear comfortable clothing, shoes and bring a water bottle. No class Jul 23.

Price: Res. Online$60 / Office $65
          Non-Res. Online$72 / Office $77
Instructor: Farmington Gymnastics Staff
Location: Farmington Gymnastics
Registration Ends: Jun 27

Farmington Gymnastics - Fun & Fitness

Get some of that energy out! This program is for girls and boys, grades 1-3. We will concentrate on developing timing, strength, body awareness, speed and overall physical fitness. Sure to be a blast! Ratio of eight to one.
Additional Information: Wear comfortable clothing, shoes, and bring a water bottle. No class Jul 23.

Price: Res. Online $60 / Office $65
           Non-Res. Online $72 / Office $77
Instructor: Farmington Gymnastic Staff
Location: Farmington Gymnastics
Registration Ends: Jun 27

YOUTH SPORTS

T-Ball and Coach Pitch

Get your child active and outdoors this spring! The program is designed to help young players learn game rules, game strategies and teamwork; in addition to promoting a healthy, active lifestyle from an early age. Your child will learn the fundamentals of baseball; including base running, hitting and throwing. If you volunteer to coach you will also receive the added benefits of participating with your child in this fun activity, setting a great example of leadership and parenting. We will have practices for the first two weeks. The rest of the season we will have two games per week on a weeknight evening. The season will begin mid June and end the first week of August pending make up games. A T-shirt and award are included in the fee.

Additional Information: No games will be played the week of June 30. Each participant must bring a glove and a 2-1/4” diameter barrel bat. We will provide helmets with cages. If you bring your own helmet, it must have a cage attached. Participants will use a 9” Safety Ball. Please register your child for the grade they will be enrolled in for the 2008-2009 school year.

Coach Information: Volunteer coaches - we need you! A coach application and background check must be submitted and clear, prior to the coach meeting. A mandatory coach meeting will take place on May 21, 6:30pm at the Civic Center.

Season: Jun - Aug

Price: Res. Online: $100 / Office $105
          Non-Res. Online: $120 / Office $125
Location: Novi Parks Baseball Fields
Registration Ends: May 13
Registrations after this date will be taken based on availability only and an additional $10 late fee will apply.

Girls Fast Pitch Softball

In addition to your child having fun, this league promotes learning and friendship. Fundamental skills, such as base running, hitting and throwing will be taught. Practices will be held for the first two weeks. The rest of the season will consist of two games per week on a weeknight evening. The season will begin mid June and end the first week of August pending make up games. Grades 7-8 will travel to local communities for weekly games. A T-shirt and award are included in the fee.

Additional Information: No games will be played the week of June 30. Each participant will provide a glove and a 2-1/4” diameter barrel bat.

We will provide helmets with cages. If you bring your own helmet, it must have a cage attached. Grades 3-6 will use a 11” softball, grades 7-8 will use a regulation 11” softball. Please register your child for the grade they will be enrolled in for the 2008-2009 school year.

Coach Information: Volunteer coaches – we need you! A coach application and background check must be submitted and clear, prior to the coach meeting. A mandatory coach meeting will take place on May 21, 7:15pm. at the Civic Center.

Season: Jun - Aug

Price: Res. Online: Online: $105 / Office $110
         Non-Res. Online: $126 / Office $131
Location: Novi Parks and Novi Community School District softball fields
Registration Ends: May 13
Registrations after this date will be taken based on availability only and an additional $10 late fee will apply

Fall House Soccer League

Get active this fall in our exciting soccer league! This instructional soccer program is designed for participants to learn rules, game strategies and team tactics. The program will develop the fundamentals of soccer including dribbling, shooting, positioning and goal tending. Most of all it’s fun! Practice nights and times are at the discretion of the volunteer coach. Coaches will contact the players the week of August 18. Most games will be on Saturday, although there may be some weekday games based on the school calendar. Price includes a shirt, shorts and socks, (new this year) and an award! Additional information: Preschool players must be 4 by December 1, 2008. The Pee Wee Division will use a size 3 ball. Grades 1-4 will use a size 4 ball. Covered shin guards are mandatory. Please indicate preferred practice night when registering. Practices are scheduled to begin the week of August 18 and the season will end the week of October 27.

Price: Res. Online $95 / Office $100
          Non-Res. Online$114 / Office $119
Location: Area Soccer Fields
Registration Ends: Jul 31

Fall Travel Soccer League 2008

The travel soccer division is governed by WSSL (Western Suburban Soccer League). Roster limitations, registration dates, league fees, rules and player ages are determined by WSSL. Try-outs are not allowed per WSSL Recreation League rules. At the discretion of the parents, participants may play in an older division. Practice nights and times are at the discretion of the volunteer coach. The team will travel to local communities for weekday and weekend games. Individuals who register separately will be placed on a team, if space is available. However, if we are unable to place your child, you will receive a full refund. Players will receive a shirt, shorts, socks and award. Additional Information: U10-U12 will use a size 4 soccer ball. U13 and up will use a size 5 soccer ball. Covered shin guards are mandatory. Please check the WSSL website for more information. Practices are scheduled to begin the week of August 18 and the season will end the week of October 27. At the U10 and higher divisions a coach can register a full team. Individuals may also register at the Novi Parks office and will be placed on teams that have openings.

Price: Res. Online $140 / Office $145
          Non-Res. Online $168 / Office $173
Location: Area Soccer Fields
Registration Ends: Jul 13

NEW - 3 v 3 Recreation & Select Soccer Tournament

Coaches this is a great opportunity for you to get your team warmed-up before the season begins this fall. There will be two separate divisions for Recreation and Select teams. All teams guaranteed 3 games. Final play will be held in both divisions. Roster size limited to 7 players.
Additional Information: All players must wear covered shin guards.