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The Recreation Department offers a diverse range of activities tailored for youth aged 3-17. Whether you're looking to stay active, learn a new skill, or socialize with like-minded individuals, we have something for everyone.

Acting and Improvisation
Excellent opportunity to gain the ability and confidence to express yourself.  

Ballet Dance I
Participants  will learn the basic steps such as first position, second position, revele, and barre exercises.

Ballet Dance II
Participants  will learn the basic steps such as first position, second position, revele, and barre exercises.

Basic Drawing
Students will learn the basics techniques of drawing with graphite pencil.

Cheer
Children will learn the basic motions, jumps, and chants to put it all together in a fun routine.

Chews from the HeArt
Calling on all young artists! Join Jamie Chew and the Color Crusaders in designing and painting custom shoes for a great cause. Each artist will create uniquely customized designs based on the preferences chosen by the recipient. Shoes and all painting materials will be provided. Participants will be selected.

Crochet Class
Join us for step-by-step Crocheting classes that will help you learn everything from beginner basics to advanced techniques.

Electric Guitar for Beginners
In this course, participants will learn about the electric guitar, its parts, tuning, strumming and basic guitar strategies. Limited instruments are available to borrow on a first-come, first-serve basis with a deposit, CASH ONLY.

Fitness for the Fun of It
This class will feature warm-ups, stretching, dancing and several cooperative activities that promote color, number, and shape recognition.

Guitar for Beginners
Students will learn the basis such as chords, finger strumming, and will learn to play a song.

Karate Kofuja-Do
Karate provides a full-body workout while improving strength and condition.

Keyboard
A practical and simple method will be used in which students will learn the basics.

Kids Night Out
Join us for some board games, crafts indoor activities, movies and a snack.
June 8, 22, July 6, 20, August 3, 2024

Learning and Playing through Art

Art class for preschool children.  This class will help develop skills such as creativity, following instructions, curiosity, discipline and values such as sharing, socializing and forming reflective thinking.

Polynesian Dance
Participants will learn the basic steps of Hula Ori Tahiti. They will also learn to dance an Otea. They will learn about the Hawaiian instrument IPU and the Tahitian instrument Toere.

Ritmos Latinos
Have fun while learning to dance various styles of dance like Cumbia, Merengue, Bachata and others.

Sketching with Chew
Follow Jamie on this step-by-step sketching program.  Participants will need to bring their own sketch pad/paper, crayons/color pencils and a sharpener.

Smart Photography
Learn to take photos like a professional with your cell phone, discover photography and editing techniques.

Violin for Beginners
Beginner violin class where students will learn techniques, basic music theory, and fun beginner songs. Limited instruments are available to borrow on a first-come, first-serve basis with a deposit, CASH ONLY.

Youth Acrylic Painting
Participants will learn the technique of acrylic painting through easy exercises to develop the creativity.

Youth Sewing
Students will learn how to thread a sewing machine, wind a bobbin, sew a straight stitch and much more.

Zumba for All 
This class is for youth, adults and Seniors and taught in Spanish. Help us keep you fit and active as you work out and dance with Erika.


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Acting and Improvisation 
12y - 17y N/A 06/09/2025 - 07/28/2025
06:00 PM - 06:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
 
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Ballet I 
5y - 9y N/A MTh  06/09/2025 - 07/31/2025
04:00 PM - 04:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
This Class will be taught in Spanish. Required for class: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes, yoga mat and hair picked up in a bun.
 
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Ballet II 
6y - 10y N/A 06/11/2025 - 07/30/2025
06:00 PM - 06:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Continuation of Ballet I. Child may be removed from class if it is not appropriate for her. Required for Class: Leotard, tights, ballet shoes, yoga mat, and hair picked up in a bun. Class taught in Spanish.
 
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Basic Drawing 
16y - 17y N/A Tu  06/10/2025 - 08/05/2025
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$30.00 Res, $30.00 Non-Res
Materials will be provided.
 
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Cheer 
8y - 12y N/A TuTh  06/10/2025 - 07/31/2025
10:10 AM - 11:00 AM

Calexico Community Center
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
 
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Chews from the HeART 
N/A 6 - 12 Th  08/07/2025 - 09/04/2025
06:00 PM - 07:30 PM

Calexico Community Center - Craft Room
$0.00 Res, $0.00 Non-Res
Participants will be selected.
 
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Crochet Class Beginners 
12y - 17y N/A Th  06/26/2025 - 07/31/2025
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM

Calexico Community Center - Craft Room
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Need to bring crochet hook, yarn and scissors.
 
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Crochet Class Advanced 
12y - 17y N/A Th  06/26/2025 - 07/31/2025
02:00 PM - 03:30 PM

Calexico Community Center - Craft Room
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Materials needed: Crochet hook, yarn and scissors.
 
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Fitness for the Fun of It 
3y - 6y N/A MW  06/09/2025 - 07/30/2025
02:00 PM - 02:50 PM

Calexico Community Center
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes/ bring water bottle
 
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Guitar for Beginners 
12y - 17y N/A MW  06/09/2025 - 07/30/2025
07:00 PM - 07:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Required for class: acoustic guitar, notepad, and pencil.
 
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Karate Kofuja-Do - Beginners 
8y - 15y N/A TuTh  06/10/2025 - 07/31/2025
06:00 PM - 06:50 PM

Calexico Community Center - Senior Hall
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
 
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Karate Kofuja-Do - Advanced 
8y - 15y N/A TuTh  06/10/2025 - 07/31/2025
05:00 PM - 05:50 PM

Calexico Community Center - Senior Hall
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
 
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Keyboard 6:00 PM 
12y - 17y N/A Th  06/12/2025 - 07/31/2025
06:00 PM - 06:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Required for class; Keyboard with batteries.
 
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Keyboard 7:00 PM 
12y - 17y N/A Th  06/12/2025 - 07/31/2025
07:00 PM - 07:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Required for class; Keyboard with batteries.
 
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Kids Night Out June 7th 
5y - 12y N/A Sa  06/07/2025
06:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Calexico Community Center
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes/ bring water bottle
 
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Kids Night Out June 21st 
5y - 12y N/A Sa  06/21/2025
06:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Calexico Community Center
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes/ bring water bottle
 
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Kids Night Out July 5th 
5y - 12y N/A Sa  07/05/2025
06:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Calexico Community Center
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes/ bring water bottle
 
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Kids Night Out July 19th 
5y - 12y N/A Sa  07/19/2025
06:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Calexico Community Center
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes/ bring water bottle
 
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Kids Night Out Aug 2nd 
5y - 12y N/A Sa  08/02/2025
06:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Calexico Community Center - Senior Hall
$10.00 Res, $10.00 Non-Res
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes/ bring water bottle
 
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Learning and Playing Through Art 
5y - 6y N/A 06/11/2025 - 07/30/2025
03:30 PM - 04:20 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$35.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
Parents are encouraged to stay and participate with their child.Class is taught in Spanish. Materials will be provided.
 
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Polynesian Dance 
6y - 17y N/A MTh  06/09/2025 - 07/31/2025
05:00 PM - 05:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
Required for class: t-shirt, pareo wrap, and hair picked up in a bun.
 
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Ritmos Latinos Dance Class 
6y - 12y N/A MW  06/09/2025 - 08/06/2025
04:00 PM - 04:50 PM

Calexico Community Center - Senior Hall
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
 
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Ritmos Latinos Dance Class 
16y - 17y N/A MW  06/09/2025 - 07/30/2025
06:00 PM - 06:50 PM

Calexico Community Center - Senior Hall
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
 
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Sketching with Chew 
6y - 14y N/A MW  06/09/2025 - 07/30/2025
01:00 PM - 01:50 PM

Calexico Community Center
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Participants must provide their own sketch pad/paper, crayons/color pencils and sharpener.
 
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Smart Phone Photography 
12y - 17y N/A 06/11/2025 - 07/30/2025
05:00 PM - 05:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$5.00 Res, $5.00 Non-Res
Need to bring smart phone. Class for youth and adults.
 
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Violin for Beginners 
10y - 17y N/A MW  06/09/2025 - 07/30/2025
10:10 AM - 11:00 AM

Calexico Community Center
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
Limited violins available to borrow on a first-come, first-serve basis with a $60 cash deposit. Reserve yours soon!
 
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Youth Acrylic Painting  
8y - 16y N/A 06/09/2025 - 07/28/2025
11:00 AM - 12:50 PM

Carmen Durazo Cultural Arts Center
$35.00 Res, $35.00 Non-Res
Materials will be provided.
 
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Youth Sewing Session I: Jun 9 - Jun 30 
8y - 15y N/A 06/09/2025 - 06/30/2025
06:00 PM - 07:50 PM

Calexico Community Center - Craft Room
$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Sewing machine needed. A list of materials will be provided. Class is in Spanish.
 
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Youth Sewing Session II: Jul 7 - Jul 28 
8y - 15y N/A 07/07/2025 - 07/28/2025
06:00 PM - 07:50 PM

Calexico Community Center - Craft Room
$25.00 Res, $25.00 Non-Res
Sewing machine needed. A list of materials will be provided. Class is in Spanish.
 
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Zumba for All 
7y - 17y N/A MTuWTh  06/09/2025 - 07/31/2025
06:00 PM - 06:50 PM

Calexico Community Center
$40.00 Res, $40.00 Non-Res
Class taught in Spanish for Youth, Adults and Seniors. Minors must be accompanied by a participating adult.
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