Calendar

Rock Creek Station and Stricker Home & Shoshone Falls The Stricker Homesite and Rock Creek Station dates from 1865, just outside of Kimberly, Idaho. Visitors can view the store building, Stricker home, summer house and cemetery. We will enjoy a sack lunch, tour the site and then stop to view Shoshone Falls on the trip back to Nampa. Trip includes transportation, lunch and admission. May 6 or 12 9am-5:30pm Depart & Return: Nampa Rec Center $38

NRC Preschool Providing your child with a variety of positive experiences to help develop self-esteem and prepare them for kindergarten. Teacher bio can be found on our website on the “Staff Directory” page. Registration for new students for the 2021-2022 school year begins Friday, May 7th at 8am. Tuition Monthly tuition is due by the 1st of each month. Payment can be taken at the program desk. A late fee will be assessed for payments received after the 5th of the month. Your child will be dropped from the class if your account reaches 2 months outstanding. Classes Class is based on a 9-month calendar (September to May) and closely follows the Nampa School District calendar. Children must be completely potty trained.

Beginning Rock Climbing This class is designed for individuals who have little or no experience in rock climbing. These classes are held every second Saturday of the month. Come learn the basics of climbing, including; movement, hand positioning, footwork, belaying, and safety. Ages 14 and up May 8 11am-1pm Nampa Rec Center Member $15, Non-Member $21

Summer Mario Kart & Smash Tournament Series Join us this summer for one of our Mario Kart Deluxe 8 and Super Smash Bros Ultimate Nintendo Switch tournament series. Although competitive in nature, this tournament series is meant to be fun for all ages and will no doubt have many levels of skill present. Tournaments will be double elimination with pool play to determine seeding. Mario Kart will be 150cc, Smart Steering and Auto Acceleration will be turned off, and no CPU’s. Super Smash Bro’s Ultimate will have a 7-minute time limit with 3 stocks per game. Ages 10 and up May 8 Mario Kart 1pm Nampa Rec Center Member $12, Non-Member $15 Registration due 1 week prior to event date.

Balance & Fall Prevention Class This class will help increase mobility and independence by improving lower body strength, endurance, flexibility and bone mass, which can help reduce the risk of falling. Medical clearance required. May 10-June 16 Mondays & Wednesdays 9-9:45am 9:55-10:40am Nampa Rec Center Member Free, Non-Member $30

SNAG (Starting New At Golf) SNAG is all about having FUN while learning the basics of golf. It is a proven learning and training tool for entry level golfers. This player friendly program contains all the elements of golf and allows for full shots, pitching, chipping, and putting. Ages 4-7 May 11-12 (4-5pm) Centennial Golf Course $20

Rock Creek Station and Stricker Home & Shoshone Falls The Stricker Homesite and Rock Creek Station dates from 1865, just outside of Kimberly, Idaho. Visitors can view the store building, Stricker home, summer house and cemetery. We will enjoy a sack lunch, tour the site and then stop to view Shoshone Falls on the trip back to Nampa. Trip includes transportation, lunch and admission. May 6 or 12 9am-5:30pm Depart & Return: Nampa Rec Center $38

Rappelling Class This class is designed for individuals who have little or no prior experience in rappelling. Rappelling is the act of descending a rope in a safe and controlled manner. Come learn basic rappelling principles at our 30-foot climbing wall. Participants will learn how to descend a rope with an ATC and Figure Eight while having a focus on safety. This class does not cover anchor building for outdoor rappelling. This class is a great way to develop the confidence needed to pursue additional technical skills. Ages 12 and up May 14 4-6pm Nampa Rec Center Member $15, Non-Member $21

Soccer Tykes These youth soccer classes are designed to encourage a sense of empowerment and self confidence in kids using a variety of fun soccer enriched games. The skilled instructors will use their experience at collegiate and professional level to aid athletes in being ready to perform at their highest potential. Some parent participation during class will be required. May 15-June 19 9-9:50am (Ages 2-3) 10-10:50am (Ages 4-5) 11-11:50am (Ages 6-7) Saturdays Nampa Rec Center Member $52, Non-Member $59 Instructed by: Elite International Soccer

American Red Cross Babysitter Training In this one-day class learn information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children. Course includes handbook, Emergency Reference Guide and CD with fun activities and support resources. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Red Cross Babysitter Training Certification card. Please bring a sack lunch. Ages 11-15 May 15 9am-2pm Nampa Rec Center Member $55, Non-Member $65

Cake Decorating If you think that serving a showstopper cake is out of reach, then think again! Come learn some techniques the pros use to create a layered cake worth setting the table for. All supplies are provided; participants will take home a decorated cake. Ages 12 and up May 15 Drippy Decadence 10-11am Nampa Rec Center Member $30, Non-Member $35

Nutrition Counseling (45 minutes) Meet with a Registered Dietitian for personalized nutrition recommendations which could include specific dietary changes, an eating plan that outlines portion sizes, appropriate meal composition and timing, food suggestions, food record keeping and meal planning. Counseling is offered once a month with a variety of dates and times available. Register at the program desk. May 18 9am, 9:45am, 10:30am, or 11:15am Nampa Rec Center Member $36, Non-Member $42 Follow-up Consultation (20 minutes) Member $18, Non-Member $21

Parenting the Love & Logic Way Learn simple and easy to use techniques that will make your life as a parent more enjoyable and less stressful while raising more responsible children. Learn how to avoid power struggles while setting limits, stay calm in stressful parenting situations, and teach your children healthy problem solving skills. May 20-June 24 Thursdays 6-8pm Nampa Rec Center Member Individual $45, Non-Member Individual $50 Member Couple $55, Non-Member Couple $60 Instructor: Michele Garrison *Required Parenting the Love and Logic Way parent handbook to be purchased from instructor in class for $15 *No children allowed in class. Childcare is available in our Play Center for kids ages 5 and under.

Making Macarons The Macaron is a French pastry that is known for its shape and composition. Although tricky to make, you can learn how to create this delicate dessert and impress your friends and family with your new skill! Please bring your own hand mixer; participants will take home 8-12 macarons. Ages 12 and up May 22 Cinnamon Macarons May 29 Lemon-Raspberry Macarons 10-11:30am Nampa Rec Center Member $45, Non-Member $50 *$10 discount off second and/or third class

Strength Training for Woman This six-week course will cover a variety of equipment and free weights helping you to feel more comfortable in the weight room. You will learn more about weight room etiquette and jargon, safe and effective training techniques, the five fitness components and their benefits and have lots of time to practice what you learn! May 25-July 1 9-10am Tuesdays & Thursdays Nampa Rec Center Member $28, Non-Member $64

Lawson’s Emu-Z-um Join us for a trip to one of the area’s best kept secrets. We will travel back to see an authentic replica of an early 1860’s town with wooden sidewalks. It has antique farm equipment to period clothing and collection that will surprise and delight you. Bring your camera. Price includes transportation, admission to the Emu-Z-Um, water and lunch. May 26 9:30am-2pm Depart & Return: Nampa Rec Center $20

Summer Splashtacular Reserve your free spot online and help us kick off the 2020 summer swim with water safety educational booths and fun safe swimming activities. Look forward to lifejacket safety, “reach or throw don’t go”, sun safety, and much more. Complete all safety stations and be entered to win an outdoor pool punch pass, a free session of swim lessons or various other prizes. May 28 4:30-5:30pm, 5:30-6:30pm,6:30-7:30pm Lakeview Water Park FREE

W.S.I. Water Safety Instructor Course This course demonstrates how to teach American Red Cross swimming lessons and set up lesson plans. If you have a desire to become a swimming instructor this is the perfect class for you. Course prerequisites are 25 yards in the following 6 strokes: front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke, butterfly, sidestroke, and elementary backstroke. If you are unsure whether you can complete the prerequisites, sign up for a skills evaluation. Refund request must be made 4 business days before start of class. May 28-June 3 Friday, Monday-Thursday 8am-2pm Nampa Rec Center Member $150, Non-Member $200

Making Macarons The Macaron is a French pastry that is known for its shape and composition. Although tricky to make, you can learn how to create this delicate dessert and impress your friends and family with your new skill! Please bring your own hand mixer; participants will take home 8-12 macarons. Ages 12 and up May 22 Cinnamon Macarons May 29 Lemon-Raspberry Macarons 10-11:30am Nampa Rec Center Member $45, Non-Member $50 *$10 discount off second and/or third class

American Red Cross Swimming Lessons Taught by certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors. To view class descriptions, visit the “Aquatics” page on our website or stop by the Rec Center. Learn-to-Swim Classes-Nampa Rec Center Member $32, Non-Member $44 Session 1: May 31-June 10 (Monday-Thursday)

American Red Cross Swimming Lessons Taught by certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors. To view class descriptions, visit the “Aquatics” page on our website or stop by the Rec Center. Learn-to-Swim Classes-Lakeview Water Park - $37 Lakeview Water Park offers fun for the whole family with its spraying fountains, water toys and a large slide. 1304 7th Street North Phone Number: 208-465-2219 Session 1: May 31-June 10 (Monday-Thursday)

American Red Cross Swimming Lessons Taught by certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors. To view class descriptions, visit the “Aquatics” page on our website or stop by the Rec Center. Learn-to-Swim Classes-Lincoln Pool - $37 This neighborhood pool includes a one meter diving board, small slide, water “spray ground” and a kiddie pool. 508 Davis Avenue Phone Number: 208-465-2218 Session 1: May 31-June 10 (Monday-Thursday)