Belle Haven Community Campus activity guide

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Class name Description Days Time Dates Category Registration link
Strong for life Through a collaborative partnership with Stanford Hospital, you are invited to an exercise class that will help you with your balance, doing daily activities, and more! Every Fri 09:00AM - 10:00AM Jan 10, - Mar 28 Adult/Senior Strong for life
Fellowship Circle A safe place to get your questions answered and feel empowered with the knowledge you gain through discussions. Join this friendly group and feel connected. In Spanish only. Every Fri 10:30AM - 11:30AM Jan 10, - Mar 28 Adult/Senior Fellowship Circle
Sewing & Crafts This class is designed for adults who want to learn basic sewing techniques and create simple and easy craft projects. Make something to take home weekly. Every Fri 10:00AM - 12:00PM Jan 10, - Mar 28 Adult/Senior Sewing & Crafts
Drawing & Painting We provide the supplies for you to practice your skills in drawing and painting while learning new ones. All levels of experience are welcome in this safe, non-judgmental class. Mediums we use are pencil, charcoal, watercolor, pastels an  acrylics. Every Mon 10:00AM - 12:00PM Jan 06, - Mar 24 Adult/Senior Drawing & Painting
Conversational Spanish Advance Learn Spanish to communicate with your neighbors in our diverse community and make new friends, too! This fun class, taught in a nurturing setting by a very patient, experienced instructor, teaches you simple phrases to help you speak in Spanish while learning grammar and writing. Every Mon 10:00AM - 11:00AM Jan 06, - Mar 24 Adult/Senior Conversational Spanish Advance
Conversational Spanish Beginner Learn Spanish to communicate with your neighbors in our diverse community and make new friends, too! This fun class, taught in a nurturing setting by a very patient, experienced instructor, teaches you simple phrases to help you speak in Spanish while learning grammar and writing. Every Mon 09:00AM - 10:00AM Jan 06, - Mar 24 Adult/Senior Conversational Spanish Beginner
Stress Management While seated, the instructor will guide students to use Acupressure points, Meditation, Breathing, and gentle yoga for relaxation and health. You will learn how easy it is to bring peace to your mind and body using your hands to press some of the most therapeutic acupressure points on your head, arms, and legs, relieving pain, allergies, and insomnia and strengthening your immune system. Every Wed 10:00AM - 12:00PM Jan 08, - Mar 26 Adult/Senior Stress Management
Technology Roundtable Bring your Smartphone, Tablet, or Laptop and learn how to work with them. This bilingual, patient teacher will walk you through every step of the way so you feel comfortable using your technology. Every Fri 09:30AM - 10:30AM Jan 10, - Mar 28 Adult/Senior Technology Roundtable
ESL Class with Alex Learn useful words and improve your conversational skills in English. All levels are welcome. Every Mon 11:00AM - 12:00PM Jan 06, - Mar 24 Adult/Senior ESL Class with Alex
Chair Exercise With Patty Barrera This is an energetic, upbeat chair exercise class that is sure to get your body moving a great workout for all levels of fitness enthusiasts. Every Mon 09:30AM - 10:30AM Jan 06, - Mar 24 Adult/Senior Chair Exercise With Patty Barrera
Travel around the world No need to get a visa or passport! Stay in your seats while we travel throughout the world. Each Friday, we will visit a new country and hear about the country we are visiting from our travel guide. In Spanish and English. Every Fri 10:00AM - 12:00PM Jan 10, - Mar 28 Adult/Senior Travel around the world
Senior Soul Line Dance Every other Thur 04:30 PM-05:00 PM Jan 16, - Mar 20 Adult/Senior Senior Soul Line Dance
Folklorico for Seniors A fun way to learn all about the cultural dances of México. Improve your technique, poise, self-confidence, and creative ability, as well as deepening your understanding of and appreciation for the rich and colorful heritage that each dance represents. Performance opportunities each quarter in front of live audience. Every Tues 10:00 am - 11:00 am Jan 07, - Mar 25 Adult/Senior Folklorico for Seniors
Adult Cooking Class Sushi and Spring Roll Join Chef Tony for an engaging cooking class where you will learn essential kitchen skills and create delicious, cost-effective meals. In this session, you will learn how to prep and make Sushi Rolls and Spring Rolls with the items you have in your pantry or make the Sushi like the restaurants. Once 06:00PM - 07:30PM Mar 20, - Mar 20 Adult/Senior Adult Cooking Class Sushi and Spring Roll
Adult Cooking Cutting Techniques Join Chef Tony for an engaging cooking class where you will learn essential kitchen skills and create delicious, cost-effective meals. In this session, you will learn how to dice and mince, knife maintenance and sharpening, different cuts and grades of meat, creative hands-on cooking in the pantry Once 06:00PM - 07:30PM Feb 27, - Feb 27 Adult/Senior Adult Cooking Cutting Techniques
Adult Cooking Sautéing Techniques Join Chef Tony for an engaging cooking class where you will learn essential kitchen skills and create delicious, cost-effective meals. In this session, you will learn how to improve time and efficiency, Reduce stress with meal prepping, Tips for sauteeing and seasoning, and Creative ways to use items in the pantry Once 06:00PM - 07:30PM Jan 23, - Jan 23 Adult/Senior Adult Cooking Sautéing Techniques
Pottery: Beginner Handbuilding This 6 week class is for beginner (little to no experience) potters to learn the basics of handbuilding. We'll step through pinch, coil, and slab techniques for making functional dinnerware and fun sculptural pieces! We will also cover various techniques for decorating our pieces using colorful underglazes. Every Wed 05:30PM - 07:30PM Jan 22, - Feb 26 Adult/Senior Pottery: Beginner Handbuilding
Exploring Watercolor Students will have fun learning different techniques of painting with watercolors. The instructor will share guidelines and each session will focus on a specific technique of watercolor painting that builds each week. Every Thu 10:00AM - 12:00PM Jan 09, - Mar 20 Adult/Senior Exploring Watercolor
Full Body Strength x HIIT Group training to improve cardiovascular health, build strength, promote new skills, and establish health movement patterns for longevity. Every Thu 06:45PM - 07:45PM Jan 16, - Mar 20 Adult Full Body Strength x HIIT
Full Body Strength x HIIT Group training to improve cardiovascular health, build strength, promote new skills, and establish health movement patterns for longevity. Every Wed 06:45PM - 07:45PM Jan 08, - Mar 19 Adult Full Body Strength x HIIT
Full Body Strength x HIIT Group training to improve cardiovascular health, build strength, promote new skills, and establish health movement patterns for longevity. Mon 05:00PM - 06:00PM Jan 06, - Mar 17 Adult Full Body Strength x HIIT
Traditional Aztec Dance Learn to dance the traditional Aztec Dance that has been taught for centuries in Mexico and other Latin American countries. Every Mon 06:30PM - 07:30PM Jan 06, - Mar 17 Adult Traditional Aztec Dance
Fit & Fab 40+ Bootcamp This 30 minute beginner friendly over 40 Boot camp style workout has been created specifically with our 40+ Fit and Fabulous community members in mind. What to expect: 1. Expert guidance from certified personal trainer. 2. Tailored workouts for all fitness levels. 3. Fun and supportive community of like minded individuals. 4. Workout done in 30 minutes. Every Wed, Fri 08:00AM - 08:30AM Jan 08, - Mar 21 Adult Fit & Fab 40+ Bootcamp
Zumba Zumba is a fun dance workout even for beginners. An amazing way to burn calories and staying active all through dancing. Every Tue 06:00PM - 07:00PM Jan 07, - Mar 18 Adult Zumba
Intro to Scratch Programming Dive into the world of Scratch, a fun and beginner-friendly programming tool. Students will create their own interactive stories, games, and animations while learning problem-solving and design thinking skills. No prior experience needed! Every Tue 05:00PM - 06:00PM Jan 07, - Mar 18 Youth Intro to Scratch Programming
Hour of 3D Printing Explore the basics of robotics by designing, building, and programming robots using LEGO and VEX kits. Students will tackle fun challenges while learning engineering and problem-solving skills in a collaborative environment. Every Tue 06:00PM - 07:00PM Jan 07, - Feb 25 Youth Hour of 3D Printing
Intro to Robotics Explore the basics of robotics by designing, building, and programming robots using LEGO and VEX kits. Students will tackle fun challenges while learning engineering and problem-solving skills in a collaborative environment. Every Mon 05:00PM - 06:00PM Jan 06, - Mar 17 Youth Intro to Robotics
Pottery: Beginner Handbuilding Students will have fun learning different techniques of painting with watercolors. The instructor will share guidelines and each session will focus on a specific technique of watercolor painting that builds each week. Every Wed 05:30PM - 07:30PM Jan 22, - Feb 26 Youth Pottery: Beginner Handbuilding
Martial Arts (Session 2) Our martial arts program combines fitness, discipline, and fun! Tailored for ages 6-11, classes focus on strength agility, self-defense, and confidence - building. Kids will develop coordination and respect through engaging techniques and drills, all taught in a safe , encouraging environment. Every Mon, Fri 04:00PM - 05:00PM Feb 21, - Mar 21 Youth Martial Arts (Session 2)
Martial Arts (Session 1) Our martial arts program combines fitness, discipline, and fun! Tailored for ages 6-11, classes focus on strength agility, self-defense, and confidence - building. Kids will develop coordination and respect through engaging techniques and drills, all taught in a safe , encouraging environment. Every Mon, Fri 04:00PM - 05:00PM Jan 06, - Feb 07 Youth Martial Arts (Session 1)
Tik Tok Dances Learn fun, trendy, popular dances with your friends! We will combine different dance styles with various types of music to create unique routines that are ready for sharing on Social Media. Students will work on foundational dance moves as well as improvisation! Every Wed 05:30PM - 06:30PM Jan 08, - Mar 19 Youth Tik Tok Dances
Advanced Spanish Grammar, countries & capitals, verbs, sentences, reading, writing, etc. Every Wed 04:30PM - 05:30PM Jan 08, - Mar 19 Youth Advanced Spanish
Beginners Spanish ABC, Vowels, Numbers, Pronouns, etc. Every Mon 04:30PM - 05:30PM Jan 06, - Mar 17 Youth Beginners Spanish

Need help enrolling? No problem! City staff are available in person and by phone at libraries and recreation facilities to help.

Phone: 650-330-2205
Email: registration@menlopark.gov

Hyperlocal resident discount. Menlo Park residents who live or attend K-12 school within the service area of Belle Haven Community Campus are eligible for hyperlocal resident enrollment fees at Belle Haven Community Campus. See a map of the Belle Haven Community Campus service area. K-12 students who attend school within the BHCC service area but do not reside in the BHCC service area are invited to submit a hyperlocal student information form.

Recreation scholarships. The City of Menlo Park strives to provide recreation programs that are accessible to all Menlo Park residents. To reduce barriers that can result from enrollment fees, the recreation scholarship policy provides discounted enrollment fees to qualifying low- and moderate-income residents. Learn more

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