July Newsletter 2024

ISSUE 13 JULY 2024

SANIBEL RECREATION CENTER NEWSLETTER

4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION! JULY IS PARKS AND REC MONTH! YOUTH SWIM LESSONS

CONTENTS

4th of July Celebration 03 Swing by the Recreation Center on July 4th from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for our FREE celebration event. July is Parks and Recreation Month! Celebrate how parks and recreation enhances our community’s quality of life. Parks and Rec Month 02

Basketball Camp 07

Gear up for basketball season! Register your child(ren) entering grades 6th-8th for summer basketball camp.

Youth Swim Lessons 09

Adult Pick-Up Softball 10 Utilize the ballfields for adult pick-up softball this summer.

OPERATING HOURS MONDAY-THURSDAY 7:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. FRIDAY 7:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. SATURDAY 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

WHATS NEW? Youth Swimming Lessons Register for our youth swimming lessons this July! Wednesdays & Fridays Member rate $56

Non-member rate $70 Read more on page 9. Register online by clicking here.

4th of July Celebration Join us on Thursday, July 4th from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. for our annual FREE 4th of July celebreation event. See more on page 3.

Registration for the Fall Trimester After School Program begins July 15th. See page 4 for more deatils. After School Program

Keep up with the latest fitness classes, events, and more on our active Facebook Page! Click here to follow us to stay informed!

Park and Recreation Month 2024: Where You Belong

This year, Park and Recreation Month's theme, "Where You Belong," honors the efforts of park and recreation experts nationwide in creating a sense of belonging in their communities. We achieve this by offering inclusive programs, vital services for all ages and abilities, and safe, accessible areas that encourage meaningful connections.

Since 1985, July has been designated as Park and Recreation Month in the United States. This celebration aims to foster robust, lively, and resilient communities by highlighting the impact of parks and recreation. It is also a time to honor over 160,000 full-time park and recreation experts, as well as numerous part-time, seasonal workers, and volunteers, who play a crucial role in upkeeping our local, state, and community parks.

4 TH OF JULY THE SANIBEL RECREATION CENTER FOLLOWING THE ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY PARADE Celebration

CRAFTS HOT DOGS OPEN POOLS SHAVED ICE

PHOTOBOOTH STILTWALKER FACE PAINTING

THURSDAY, JULY 4TH 3880 SANIBEL CAPTIVA RD.

11:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

THANK YOU PARTNERS

239-472-0345

RECCENTER@MYSANIBEL.COM

Youth enrolled in the After School Program participate in athletic games, arts and crafts, pool time, and other counselor-led activities on a daily basis. The Financial Assistance program is available to qualifying families.

Grades K-8

Monday-Friday 2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Member $390 Non-Member $490

Spots Available on a First Come, First Serve Basis.

Online Registration Available

Fall Trimester 2024 August 12th-November 1st

REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 15TH

239-472-0345 Questions?

3880 Sanibel Captiva Rd. Location

Summer Camp 9 Weeks of summer camp! JUNE 10 - AUGUST 9 (Closed July 4th) Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m. -5:30 p.m. Summer camp Weekly rates Member Rate $135 Non-Member rate $170

Summer Camp Tour 2024 Let’s Jazz it up with weekly musical themes from Pop to Rock. There will be costume days, karaoke, and musical guests. Enjoy all your favorite field trips, inflatables, crafts, swim time, and more. *Light Breakfast and Lunch provided by Lee County School Summer Feeding Program.*

CHECK OUT THESE FUN PHOTOS!

Why Is Water Safety So Important? Water Safety Tips It’s peak summer time and water activities are a great way to beat the summer heat, but it only takes a moment for a child or weak swimmer to drown. Tragedies can occur while responding to a text, tending to a fishing line, or even applying sunscreen. Drownings resulting in death and injury

are a daily occurrence in various settings like home pools, hot tubs, beaches, oceans, lakes, rivers, streams, bathtubs, and even buckets. By enhancing water competency through improved swimming abilities, water safety awareness, and assisting others, water-related activities can be not only safer but also enjoyable.

Stay Water Smart American Red Cross states below ways to stay water competent. Learn more by clicking here. Take these sensible precautions when you’re around water (even if you’re not planning to swim):

Know your limitations, including physical fitness, medical conditions. Never swim alone; swim with lifeguards and/or water watchers present.

Wear a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket appropriate for your weight and size and the water activity. Always wear a life jacket while boating, regardless of swimming skill. Swim sober. Understand the dangers of hyperventilation and hypoxic blackout. Know how to call for help. Understand and adjust for the unique risks of the water environment you are in, such as: River currents.

Ocean rip currents. Water temperature. Shallow or unclear water. Underwater hazards, such as vegetation and animals.

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239-472-0345

3880 SANIBEL CAPTIVA RD. SANIBEL, FL 33957

FREE BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING THERE'S MORE? WEIGHT ROOM 101

PERSONAL TRAINING

July 22nd at 1:00 p.m. Sign up at the front desk! Weight Room 101 includes weight room orientation, specific instruction on upper and lower body exercises, and cardiovascular training tips. Instruction and guidance on how to properly train your entire body safely and effectively will help participants gain muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. For safety purposes, this class is limited to 10 participants. Please register in advance at the front desk. Closed-toe footwear is required.

Are you looking to take your overall health and wellness to the next level? Sign up today for a personal training session with one of our experienced and certified personal trainers. Cost is only $82 for a one-hour session for members / $103 for a one-hour session for non-members. Ginger Brien: Mondays from 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Fridays from 10:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Saturdays 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Free Blood Pressure Check- Sanibel Fire District The Sanibel Fire District has teamed up with the Sanibel Recreation Center to offer a complimentary blood pressure screening on July 29th between 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in the Sanibel Recreation Center lobby.

MARTIAL ARTS

Are you interested in learning Martial Arts? Martial Arts helps practice balance, build structure, and boost confidence. Register today for group lessons with Sensei Gary Thomas, available to all ages. NEW SUMMER HOURS Lessons are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. as well as Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Lessons are paid monthly at a rate of $100 member and $125 non-member. Family Rate! Families with more than 3 people participating in martial arts will be charged $250 for the whole family. Individuals who would like to register for the program but are only available to attend one day per week will be subject to a reduced fee of $50.

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR PROPOSALS

The City of Sanibel Recreation Department is seeking Fitness Instructor proposals for fiscal year 2025 (October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025). Instructors must be able to offer high-quality fitness services in one or more of the following activities: Cycling, Yoga, Pilates, BOSU & Stability Ball, Zumba, Dance, Water Exercise, Chair Exercise, Land Aerobics, Strength Training, Tai Chi, Group Weight Room Instruction, Specialty Small Group Fitness Classes, Personal Training, etc. Instructors must be reliable and able to meet the various fitness levels of our members. Selected Fitness Instructors must submit to and pass a criminal background check. Acceptable proposals must contain the following information: · Copy of current group fitness certification(s) and/or specialty training certification(s) · Copy of current AED/CPR/First Aid Certification

· Copy of current liability insurance · A minimum of three references · College degree earned in a health/fitness-related field OR equivalent work experience in the field

· Proposed fitness classes qualified and available to instruct for the City (include class type(s) & description, days of the week and times) Proposals are requested no later than Monday, August 12th, 2024. Mail or submit in person to the City of Sanibel, Recreation Department, Attn: Andrea Miller, Recreation Director, 3880 Sanibel Captiva Road, Sanibel, FL 33957, or email to: andrea.miller@mysanibel.com.

PHOTOS FROM 2024 SUMMER CAMP

Short Sleeve T-shirt $15 Long Sleeve t-shirt $25 Youth T-shirt $15 Visit the Sanibel Recreation Center to buy your 50th merchandise! 50th Anniversary Merchandise Campfire Mug $12 Hat $15 Challenge Coin $15

Join our team! Sanibel Recreation Center Looking for Fun, Energetic Individuals to Join our Team in the following positions: Recreation Aide: $15.50/HR Lifeguard: $17.09/HR Recreation Aide with Lifeguard Certification: $17.95/HR Recreation Services Assistant: $17.09/HR

How was your experience with us today? Scan the QR code or click here to leave a comment. The Sanibel Recreation Center wants your feedback!

JOB PERKS!

PAID TOLLS FREE RECREATION CENTER MEMBERSHIP GREAT HOURLY RATE PAID TRAINING FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING

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APPLY ONLINE!

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JULY 23, 25, 30 AUGUST 1, 6, 8 TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 4:30-6:00 P.M. $40 member / $50 non-member

Register your child(ren) for the Summer Youth Basketball Camp. This camp is designed for children of all skill levels. Campers will learn the fundamentals of basketball and essential skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense to get ready for the upcoming Sanibel School and Sanibel Rec Basketball programs

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YOUTH SWIM LESSONS AT THE SANIBEL RECREATION CENTER

Wednesdays & Fridays July 3,5,10,12,17,19, 24 and August 2 *Makeup date for any classes affected by weather August 7*

BABY BUBBLERS (18 MONTHS TO 3 YEARS) 10:30-11:00 A.M.

MEMBER RATE $56 NON-MEMBER RATE $70

DEVELOPED FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS AND CHILDREN TO LEARN TOGETHER TO INCREASE A CHILD’S COMFORT LEVEL IN THE WATER AND BUILD A FOUNDATION OF BASIC SKILLS. INTRO WATER SAFETY (3 & 4 YEARS) 11:15-11:45 A.M. DESIGNED FOR PRESCHOOL AGE CHILDREN TO DEVELOP BASIC WATER SAFETY SKILLS, FLOATATION, BREATH CONTROL, WATER ENTRY/EXIT AND MORE.

FUNDAMENTAL WATER SKILLS (5 TO 7 YEARS) 2:00-2:30 P.M.

BASIC WATER SKILLS SUCH AS BOBBING, FLOATING, KICKING AND ARM STROKES WILL BE COVERED IN THIS LEVEL.

WITH SWIMMING INSTRUCTOR GAREN BOLASH!

Sanibel Recreation Center 3880 Sanibel Captiva Rd.

239-472-0345

PICK-UP ADULT SOFTBALL SANIBEL RECREATION

MONDAY NIGHTS AGES 50+ WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AGES 18-49

STARTING JUNE 3RD PICK-UP SOFTBALL GAMES WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE SANIBEL BALLFIELDS FROM 6:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M., WEATHER PERMITTING. PARTICIPATION IS FREE, JUST REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR GLOVE! CLOSED TOE SHOES REQUIRED.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT THE SANIBEL RECREATION CENTER (239) 472-0345.

SANIBEL BALLFIELDS: 3840 SANIBEL CAPTIVA RD.

THE BALLFIELDS ARE OPEN!

BIKE OR HIKE SANIBEL

Biking or hiking on Sanibel is a great way to see all of the natural beauty and amenities that our island offers! Click HERE to download the "Bike or Hike Sanibel" brochure which includes a map and helpful tips on exploring our unique destinations and beautiful beaches.

E-Bikes have increased in popularity and use over the last few years. For the enjoyment of all users on the Shared Use Path, E-Bike use is allowed for Class One E-Bikes only. Class One E-Bikes require the users to pedal for electric assistance and do not have a throttle. Motorized vehicles, micromobility devices, motorized scooters, mopeds, or other vehicle not exclusively operated by human power are not permitted on the Shared Use Path (with the exception of a power-driven mobility device operated by a person disabled for mobility purposes).

CALLING ALL TRIATHLETES! Are you training for an upcoming triathlon and would like to improve your swim time? Aquatics Manager and Masters Swimmer, Garen Bolash, will be running a swim program tailored just for triathletes. These training sessions will be designed to improve your endurance, speed, and stroke technique to help reach your goal of a faster swim time.

7:30 A.M. - 8:30 A.M.

Members

TUESDAYS/THURSDAYS

Non-Members $30 $38

per month

SANIBEL RECREATION CENTER & CIVICREC®

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NEW OR CURRENT RECREATION CENTER MEMBERS... CALL 239-472-0345 OR STOP BY THE FRONT DESK FOR ASSISTANCE WITH SETTING UP YOUR ACCOUNT! IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CREATING YOUR ACCOUNT When creating a new account, it is important to enter the parent or adult's information first. The first person on the account created will be the default payer or head of household, and must be an adult. The primary email address entered into the adult account will be the assigned username moving forward. 1. Fill in the form as completely as possible. All of the fields with an asterisk are mandatory —an account cannot be created without completing these sections. At least one emergency contact will also need to be added to the account. Registrants will have the opportunity to add family members to the household at a later point of the registration process. 2. To receive text alerts about class cancellations and facility closures, indicate you would like to receive mobile notifications 3. Additional household members can be added and updated (such as spouse, children, etc.) at any time in the account settings. Important note: Entire households must be created on one account. 4.

Summer Camp Greatest Hits Tour ‘24 The Sanibel Recreation Center

THE CITY OF SANIBEL'S SUMMER CAMP IS LOCATED AT THE SANIBEL RECREATION CENTER, 3880 SANIBEL CAPTIVA RD. THE CAMP RUNS MON-FRI FROM 8 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. SCHOOL BREAKFAST AND LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED. CAMPERS WILL NEED TO BRING A SWIMSUIT, SUNSCREEN, GOGGLES, TOWEL, AND WATER EACH DAY. CALL 239-472-0345 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

WEEK 1- JUNE 10TH - JUNE 14TH MUSIC THEME-BLAST FROM THE PAST INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: WATER SLIDE TUE: K-3RD SHELL FACTORY THUR: 4-8TH SHELL FACTORY WEEK 2- JUNE 17TH - JUNE 21ST MUSIC THEME-80'S/CLASSIC ROCK INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: WATER SLIDE TUE: K-3RD NAPLES ZOO THUR: 4-8TH NAPLES ZOO WEEK 3-JUNE 24TH - JUNE 28TH MUSIC THEME- 70'S/DISCO INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: WRECKING BALL

WEEK 6- JULY 15TH - JULY 19TH MUSIC THEME-HIP HOP INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: WATER SLIDE

TUE: K-3RD SKYZONE THUR: 4-8TH SKYZONE

WEEK 7- JULY 22ND - JULY 26TH MUSIC THEME-DISNEY INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: OBSTACLE COURSE

TUE: K-3RD SUNSPLASH THUR: 4-8TH SUNSPLASH

WEEK 8- JULY 29TH - AUGUST 2ND MUSIC THEME-INTERNATIONAL INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: WATER SLIDE TUE: K-3RD C’MON MUSEUM THUR: 4-8TH FORT ROCK WEEK 9- AUGUST 5TH - AUGUST 9TH MUSIC THEME-TOP 40/POP WORLDWIDE HITS INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: OBSTACLE COURSE

TUE: K-3RD DAVE AND BUSTERS THUR: 4-8TH DAVE AND BUSTERS

WEEK 4- JULY 1ST - JULY 5TH (NO CAMP JULY 4TH) MUSIC THEME- COUNTRY/USA INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: OBSTACLE COURSE NO FIELD TRIP THIS WEEK WEEK 5- JULY 8TH - JULY 12TH MUSIC THEME-TV/MOVIE THEME SONGS INFLATABLE WEDNESDAYS: WATER SLIDE TUE: K-3RD MERCHANTS CROSSING THEATER- DESPICABLE ME 4 THUR: 4-8TH MERCHANTS CROSSING THEATER- DESPICABLE ME 4

K-3RD TBD 4-8TH TBD

WEEKLY RATE MEMBER -$135 NON-MEMBER - $170

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON!

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