Current Programs and Classes
Basketball Camp
Who: Individuals with disabilities who want to increase their basketball skills. This program will focus on developing recreational and social skills, as they relate to the sport.
- Ages: 5-18 Years old (Cap of 10 participants)
- Fee: Resident: $30.00 Nonresident: $45.00
- Registration: TBA
- When: TBA
- Where: Pleasant Grove Recreation Center, Gym 1
Swimming Lessons
- Ages: 5-18 Years old
- Fee: Resident: $35.00 Nonresident: $40.00
- Registration: TBA
- When: TBA
- Where: Pleasant Grove City Pool
*For more information call the pool at 801-785-9660.*
Register OnlineAt this time we are unable to take registration- Please watch for futher information as it becomes avaiable. Thanks for your patience!
Chess club Canceled-
The After School Chess Club is an opportunity for boys and girls ages 5 and up, including adults to develop critical thinking skills while mastering the fundamentals of chess. Participants will constantly be learning new techniques with the possibility to prepare to play in state competitions.
Younger participants must be able to recognize the following:
- numbers 1-8
- lower case letters "a-h"
- upper case letters "K Q B R N"
This class will be an opportunity for kids & Adults to develop critical thinking skills while mastering the fundamentals of chess. They will constantly be learning new techniques and prepare to play in state competitions. Come and learn from one of the best chess teachers in the state. He has students who are rated 6th 24th, & 46 in the state and currently one of his students is the Jr. High State Champion. He also is Chess advisor for BYU, Provo High, and Dixon Jr. High.
Each session is 6 weeks long and sessions are offered throughout the school year.
Classes are held each Thursday from 4:00 - 5:15 p.m. at the Pleasant Grove Community Center, 547 South Locust Ave.
Participants can register for an entire session for $38.00 or attend individual classes for $8.00 per class. (Must Register the Monday before each session)
Sessions Dates:
Who will be the next great chef? class has been canceled- TBA make up days
Come join the fun and learn how to cook meal from start to finish!
*Some meals do require previous prep w/ Demonstration on how to preform task
The chef class is for participants ages 7 and up, (adults are welcome to register)
We will be cooking...
Pleasant Grove Recreation Center offers children dance classes for ages 4 to 15. These classes offer a variety of dance styles, from traditional technique to modern dance styles. All classes will be once a week from September 2020 through May 2021. Each class will last for approx. 55 minutes and include contemporary, ballet, hip hop, and jazz. There will be a dance recital at the end of the year. The fee is a $45 non refundable registration fee (includes costumes) and then a fee of $31/month. Classes will begin the week of September 9th.
*Prorated tuition fees for late signups or absent dancers will not be given.
Class sizes are limited, please sign up early!
Beginning Ballet
Class Description: Beginning Ballet (7-14)
We are excited to add this class to our program this year! Ballet is the foundation of all dance forms. Ballet is for dancers ages 7-14 years old. This is a beginning class that will teach dancers incredible coordination, discipline, and technique. Ballet students are required to follow the ballet dress code. ( leotard of any color, pink tights, pink ballet shoes, and hair pulled back in a bun )
- Monday 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
4 Year Old Class
This class will introduce 4 year old children to dance. Classes will incorporate movement corresponding to music. It is a great way to introduce your child to dance with several genres of dance including ballet and jazz. Classes meet once a week.
- Tuesday 3:00 pm - 3:55 pm
- Thursday 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
5 - 6 Year Old Class
This class is a beginner class encouraging flexibility, musicality, and coordination. Dancers will be taught several genres of dance including jazz, contemporary, hip hop, and basic ballet.
- Monday 5:00 pm - 5:55 pm
- Wednesday 3:00 pm - 3:55 pm
7 - 8 Year Old Class
This is a beginner to intermediate class helping dancers to develop and increase flexibility and coordination. Students will be encouraged to progress throughout the year in their ability to retain movement sequences taught in class.
Day and Time: Tuesday 4:00 - 4:55 p.m.
9 - 10 Year Old Class
This class is for older dancers who are beginner to intermediate in skill level. Class time will focus on helping dancers recognize and associate musical cues to specific choreographed movement. Several types of dance will be introduced including jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and basic ballet.
Day and Time: Tuesday 5:00 pm - 5:55 pm
11-15 Year Old Class
Dancers with previous dance experience (intermediate to advanced) will be encouraged to broaden their experience with genres they have previously studied. Flexibility, agility, coordination, and musicality will be continuously focused and worked on. Several types of dance will be introduced including jazz, hip hop, contemporary, and basic ballet.
Day and Time: Wednesday 4:00 pm - 4:55 pm
Instructor Spotlight
McKenzie Tomlinson
McKenzie has been involved with our dance program since 2011. She has had 21 years of dance experience in tap, jazz, ballet, contemporary, lyrical, and hip hop. She has performed for ABC and Disney 2011-2015. She has taken Master classes with many renouned dancers including Joey Dowling, Jackie Ford, Travis Wall, Denise Wall, Dana Wilson, Martha Nichols, Jackie Slate, and Andy Pellick. Tap has been a passion of McKenzie's and she has won numerous awards for her talent. If you have any questions about dance here at the Rec Center email: KenzsTomlin95@gmail.com.
Additional Information Regarding Classes
Please Read
Overview
Teaching the participants different types of dance movement, increasing strength and flexibility, while building social skills.
Class Layout
- 7-10 Minutes Warmup and Stretch
- 7-10 Minutes Center Floor Work
- 7-10 Minutes Across the Floor Work
- 20-25 Minutes Choreography
- 5 Minutes Cool Down/Strength Training
Class Appropriate Attire
Participants will be expected to wear clothing appropriate for dancing, stretching, and moving each week to class. An example of appropriate clothing would be:
- Tights or leotards
- Bike shorts
- Leggings
Ages 6-12 and up should wear a more form fitting top in order to allow the dance instructor to watch complete body movements. Younger students, (ages 3-5) can wear a t-shirt if desired. Tops should completely cover the torso, (no midriff shirts). Ballet slippers or dance shoes must be worn to class (no socks only).
Attire questions can be directed to the dance instructor the first day of class.
Jeans, baggy clothes or other casual clothing will not be tolerated. In future months, participants may be asked to wear color assigned attire depending on skill level.
Types of Movement
Participants will be taught in basic ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop, contemporary, and lyrical movement. They will be expected to learn all movement taught in class regardless of personal genre preference.
Concerts
Christmas Program
We will have a small Christmas program for all age groups. Concert will be at the recreation center.
Spring Concert
Classes will be taught 2-3 dances for participating in the Spring Concert. Dancers must attend class throughout the season in order to learn the movement required for them to dance with their class. In order to participate in the Spring Concert attendance at 70% of the classes should be used as a guideline. If the teacher feels that a student may have missed excessive amounts of class and are unable to learn the movement, parents may schedule with the teacher additional times for dancers to learn necessary steps for the Concert. Additional fees may apply for these classes.
6 Week Summer Gymnastics
This six week program offers the same structure and lesson plan as the school year program which introduces children, 3 and up, to basic gymnastic skills in a non competitive environment. Instruction will include the different apparatus such as uneven and parallel bars, balance beam, vaulting horse, and tumbling. Classes begin early June. For class information and class availability contact the front desk at 801-785-6172.
| Class | Resident Fee | Non-Resident Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (Ages 3-5) | $39.50, 1 Hour / Week | $58.25, 1 Hour / Week |
| Beginning (Ages 5-8) | $47.00, 1 Hour / Week | $67.00, 1 Hour / Week |
| Beginning (Ages 9+) | $54.50, 1 Hour / Week | $74.50, 1 Hour / Week |
September-March Gymnastics
Learn basic gymnastics skills in a non-competitive and fun environment. Help build your child’s coordination and confidence through skill progression on the balance beam, rings, tumbling, vaulting horse, uneven and parallel bars. Participants are taught fundamentals, in small classes to help increase ability level and provide valuable time with the instructors. Classes are held in gym #1 at the Pleasant Grove Community Center. Instructors will wear face coverings. All teachers and participants will have their temperatures taken before class. Anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or greater will not be allowed to participate. Classes are 45 minutes with a 15 minute cleaning break between classes. No gymnastics when school is out of session. Classes fill up quickly and class size is limited. Classes will be held in the new Community Center on Monday or Wednesday afternoons. Registration is continuous on a space available basis. Please call the front desk at 801-785-6172 for information and available spots. There is a waiting list available for full classes. Program runs from September – March and will be a monthly tuition price due by the first of each month. Class enrollement is set up in two sessions. Sept - Dec and Jan - March. Prices below reflect the total cost of each session (not by month)
| Class | Resident Fee | Non-Resident Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (Ages 3-5) | $77.00, 1 Hour / Week | $115.00, 1 Hour / Week |
| Beginning (Ages 5-8) | $92.00, 1 Hour / Week | $137.00, 1 Hour / Week |
| Beginning (Ages 9+) | $107.00, 1 Hour / Week | $160.00, 1 Hour / Week |
Kids Cooking
Omega Martial Arts teaches a hybrid of Taekwondo, Hapkido, Self Defense, Judo, Jiu Jitsu, Okinawan Weaponry for a well-rounded martial artist. All of our Omega Youth, Adult and Family Programs are designed to help develop focus, teamwork, discipline, fitness memory, coordination, control and balance. Students will progress through a designed curriculum and belt system appropriate for their age group. Our instructors are known for their superior technique and diverse martial art expertise. Our Omega journey is exciting and challenging and, with enough hard work, will lead to Black Belt and beyond! For more information please call Lori at 801-822-4837
Classes are held on Monday nights
- Cost: $135 includes uniform. ($20 discount if you already have a uniform)
- Kid Kickers (4-7 yrs. old) 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.
- 8 years and Up: 5:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Classes start April 9, 2018 (may sign up afterwards at a pro-rated rate)
Register OnlineBabysitting Training Class 2020
This class is designed for boys and girls ages 9 to 15 who want to learn some skills in order to become a "Great" Baby Sitter. It is an all day camp that will include:
- Ins & Outs of Babysitting - Your responsibility as a sitter
- Child Care - Diapering, bottles, feeding, sanitation, and clean up
- Safety & Emergencies - Keeping kids safe, phone etiquette, bumps & scrapes
- Games & Fun - Activities to do with the children
- The camp will also include a sitter's kit which will include things to take along Babysitting
- Pizza Lunch provided
Sept Class 2020
- Date: Saturday Sept 12, 2020
- Place: Pleasant Grove Community Center Room 5 & 6
- Ages: 9 - 15 Years Old
- Registration by Tuesday Sept 8th - $5 late fee will be added
- Cost: $39.00 - Open Registration
Kinder Time (Ages 2-4 yrs)
20-minute Gym time, kids cooking, craft, Floor time with stories, songs & activities
Ages 2-4 yrs- Adult must attend with child and participate. (Babes in arms welcome).
Choose a Time: Class is 1 ½ hours
- Tuesday: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m..
Class fee $66 per session
** If you or your child are sick please stay home & call to let us know BEFORE Class and we can issue a refund for the day.
| Session | Dates |
| Session 1 | Sept 15 to Oct 20 |
| Session 2 | Nov 3 to Dec 15 |
| Session 3 | Jan 5 to Feb 9 |
| Session 4 | Feb 16 to March 23 |
| Session 5 | Apr 14 - May 19 |
Kids Gym
Exercise Movement & Gym Activities. 6 Week Session / Ages 3-6 years old. Child Must be potty trained. Activities include: Parachute, listen move exercises, sports, blowups, tunnels & climbing, group games & other gym activities, plus a snack is provided.
- When: Tuesdays & Thursday choose 1 day or both- each day different activities 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Class fee: 1- day $20 or 2 day $40 for all 6 weeks or 4 week punch card for $20 and choose what days you want to attend. (Punch cards can only be purchased at the rec center)
** If your child is sick please stay home & call to let us know BEFORE Class and we can issue a refund for the day.
| Session | Tuesday Gym | Thursday Gym |
|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | Sept 15 to Oct 20 | Sept 10 to Oct 22 |
| Session 2 | Nov 3 to Dec 15 | Nov 5 to Dec 17 |
| Session 3 | Jan 5 to Feb 9 | Jan 7 to Feb 11 |
| Session 4 | Feb 16 to March 23 | Feb 18 to March 25 |
| Session 5 | April 13 to May 18 | April 15 to May 20 |
Toddler Gym
Themed Play & Exercise Activities. 6 Week Session / Ages 20 months - 4 years old. Child must be accompanied by an adult. Any Child participating needs to be enrolled in class.
- When: Wednesday 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Cost: $20 for all 6 weeks or 4 week punch card for $20 and choose what days you want to attend. Snack is provided.
***If you or your child are sick please stay home. Call BEFORE Class and we can issue a refund for the day.
| Sessions | Dates |
| Session 1 | Sept 16 to Oct 21 |
| Session 2 | Nov 4 to Dec 16 |
| Session 3 | Jan 6 to Feb 10 |
| Session 4 | Feb 17 to March 24 |
| Session 5 | April 14 to May 19 |
Christmas Festival- Dec 13th 10am to Noon
Big Egg Hunt Festival Tuesday March 30, 2021
or Wednesday March 31, 2021 10 am to Noon
More details will follow as Covid 19 Phases change
Spring
The Pleasant Grove Recreation Department has teamed up with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to offer a community youth fishing program. This program is open to all youth ages 7 through 14 years old. This program will educate youth on casting, knot tying, proper use of fishing equipment, fish biology and diversity, aquatic ecology, water cycle and quality, fisheries management and ethics, fishing opportunities in Utah and most importantly - FUN!
Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, for six weeks, beginning this spring with a "fish fry". Each class is 90 minutes, with the first half hour instructing participants on the above mentioned topics and the last 60 minutes, fishing. Classes will be held at the Manila Creek Pond, located at 3300 North 900 West. The Manila Creek pond is stocked with Rainbow Trout and Blue Gill. The supervisor, Shaun Hemenway along with the dedicated hunter volunteers will be working with the participants in groups of five or six. This is a great chance to experience Utah’s fabulous outdoors. All equipment is available for use.
- Ages: 7-14 years of age (Ages 6 accepted if parent is on-site to help)
- Registration: March 1 - Until Filled
- Class Begins: TBA (Sometime in April-May)
- Fee: $21 includes bait, small tackle box (rods available for use)
- Location: Manila Creek Park, 3300 North 900 West
Summer
The Pleasant Grove Recreation Department has teamed up with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources to offer a community youth fishing program. This program is open to all youth ages 7 through 14 years old. This program will educate youth on casting, knot tying, proper use of fishing equipment, fish biology and diversity, aquatic ecology, water cycle and quality, fisheries management and ethics, fishing opportunities in Utah and most importantly - FUN!
Classes will be held on Wednesdays from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, for six weeks. Each class is 1.5 hours, with the first half hour instructing participants on the above mentioned topics and the last hour fishing. Classes will be held at the Manila Creek Pond, located at 3300 North 900 West. Participants will be fishing mainly for Rainbow Trout. A volunteer adult instructor will be supervising and working with the participants in groups of five or six. This is a great chance to experience Utah’s fabulous outdoors. All equipment is available for use. Participants get their own tackle box, bait and manual.
- Ages: 7-14 years of age.
- Registration: May 1
- Class Begins: June 24th - July 29th
- Fee: $21 includes bait, small tackle box (rods available for use)
- Location: Manila Creek Park, 3300 North 900 West
Volunteers are needed for this program. Do you need Dedicated Hunter service hours? This is a great way to earn them! To volunteer or for more information contact Mandy Carson at 801-785-6172 or mcarson@pgcity.org
Daddy Daughter- Feb 5, 2021
More details to come as Covid 19 Phases Change
Where: Pleasant Grove recreation
547 S Locust Ave Pleasant Grove
Who: Dads and Daughters– “Any age”
When: Feb 5, 2021
Time: 6-8 pm
Fees: $30 a couple
$8 for each additional daughter.
*Presale -Register by Feb 1 - Cost $26 per couple
Mom & Daughter Mar 5, 2021
More details to come as Covid 19 Phases Change
Where: Pleasant Grove Recreation
547 S Locust Ave Pleasant Grove
Who: Moms and Daughters–
When: March 5, 2021
Time: 6-8 pm
Fees: $30 a couple
$8 for each additional daughter.
* Presale- Register by Mar 1 -Cost $26 per couple
Jedi Engineering with LEGO® Materials
The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles bye designing and building projects using LEGO® materials such as X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire!
- Theme: Jedi Engineering with Lego Materials
- Ages: 5-7
- When: June 1st-5th
- Time: 1pm - 4pm
- Fee: $142.00
- Where: Pleasant Grove Rec Center
Jedi Master Engineering with LEGO® Materials
The Force Awakens in this advanced engineering course for young Jedi! Discover key engineering concepts such as gear trains, worm drives, pneumatics, and eccentric motion. Build projects from LEGO® Materials such as X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star Destroyers, Cloud Cities, Settlements, Fortresses, and other complex machines and structures from a galaxy far, far away.
- Theme: Jedi Master Engineering with Lego Materials
- Ages: 8-12
- When: July 6th-10th
- Time: 1pm - 4pm
- Fee: $142
- Where: Pleasant Grove Rec Center