Vallejo Community Center

AGES 13+

Get creative! Each week we get together to express ourselves through art using a variety of materials and techniques while listening to music with friends.

REACH Programs are designed for adults & teens living with developmental disabilities. The Greater Vallejo Recreation District is dedicated to providing recreation and leisure activities for all of Vallejo. Our Therapeutic Recreation Programs were developed to help those living with developmental disabilities enjoy a full range of leisure opportunities. Classes and social events are supervised by GVRD recreation staff members. Staff can assist with enrollment prior to the start of programs. Each client is required to have a caregiver onsite during every activity. You may obtain a waiver and registration form at the REACH office in the Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador St. For further information or assistance please contact the REACH Program Recreation Technician, Melissa Edwards at 648-5317 or medwards@gvrd.org

AGES 2-3
LEVEL 1 Info: It’s never too early to start ballet!  This class invites 2-3 year olds and a guardian who can assist them in practicing very basic steps, movements, and balance techniques. This helps the student develop poise and coordination from a young age.  Students are required to wear socks or ballet slippers.  Classes held 3 Sundays out of the month 10:15am-10:45am

LEVEL 2 Info: This class is a transitionary course for students with extended experience in Level I of Creative Dance. Class will focus on positive learning with music and coordination. Children will be introduced to the basic ballet movements through a fun and musical technique, including the use of musical instruments, corner movements, and center curriculum. The goal is to provide young students with a positive learning experience in a structured and interactive dance classroom which will prepare them for additional classes in dance as they grow. Students are required to wear socks or ballet slippers. Classes held 3 Sundays out of the month 11am-11:30am

Parents are to stay on site for the duration of the class. Classes are located at the Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador Street. For more information contact the center at (707) 648-4640. 

AGES 16+
 This course is designed for adults who wish to begin the study of classical ballet. Dancers will learn the ballet basics and improve posture, balance, and muscle tone. This is also an excellent class for the seasoned dancer who would like to refine their technical ability. Attention is paid to proper body alignment, flexibility, use of the legs and feet, and developing movement sequences through coordination of the arms and head. Students are required to wear socks or ballet slippers. Classes are held 3 Sundays out of the month.  For more information contact the Coordinator at (707) 648-4640.

AGES 16+
This is an introductory class designed for adults who have never played piano, or haven’t played for many years. Students will learn to read music, develop an understanding of music theory, rhythm, chords, and learn how to play songs, all in a fun group setting. Students are encouraged to bring their own headphones for this class. Music books must be purchased in advance of taking this class. Class size is limited. 

Required Materials: Adult All-In-One Course Level 1 Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course (w/CD optional but recommended) by Willard A. Palmer, M. Manus & A. Vick Lethco must be purchased in advance of taking this class. Books may be purchased locally at Consumer Music, 1017 Tennessee Street, Vallejo, or, online at www.amazon.com ISBN-10: 0-88284-931-X.

Call the center for more information at 648-4640. Instructor: Steven Logoteta.

AGES 5-8
This combo ballet class is designed for students between the age of 5-8 years old. Dancers will learn the beginning development of ballet concepts, including turn out, all positions of the feet, the basic ballet steps, and introductory movement vocabulary. Throughout the course, dancers will learn classical ballet techniques and terminology and be introduced to barre exercises, center floor work, and across-the-floor combinations. The objective is to provide a traditional ballet class experience at an age appropriate level for all. Parents are to stay on site for the duration of the class. Students are required to wear socks or ballet slippers. Classes are held only 3 Sundays out of the month. For more information contact the Coordinator at (707) 648-4640

AGES 16+
This is an intermediate level class designed for adults who have basic fundamentals down. Students will learn to read music, develop an understanding of music theory, rhythm, chords, and learn how to play songs, all in a fun group setting. Students are encouraged to bring their own headphones for this class. Class size is limited.

Required Materials: Adult All-In-One Course Level 2 Alfred’s Basic Adult Piano Course(w/CD optional but recommended by Willard A. Palmer, M. Manus & A. Vick Lethco must be purchased in advance of taking this class. Books may be purchased locally at Consumer Music, 1017 Tennessee St. Vallejo, or online at www.amazon.com ISBN: 0882849948.

Call the center for information 648-4640. Instructor: Steven Logoteta.

AGES 0 – 6 months
Your baby loves and recognizes your voice better than any other on this planet. You think you don’t know how to sing? Your baby doesn’t care. Your baby loves your singing and enjoys doing it with you! In our four mini performance classes we will use songs, rhymes, our voices, musical instruments and other props to engage and develop babies’ attention, communication skills, language and cognitive development. You will experience the time slowing down as you dedicate your full attention to noticing and responding to your baby’s subtle cues. Having fun is just the beginning of a long list of benefits and useful tips you will take home with you. Class is for babies age 0-6 months and their mother. Class is located at the Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador Street. For more information contact the center at 648-4640.

AGES 0 – 12 months
Nurturing touch is one of the most powerful ways to connect with your baby, deepen your bond, and develop a relationship of love, trust and respect. In our five week journey you will learn to give your baby a full body massage and experience a wealth of benefits: Relaxation for both you and your baby, stimulation of all your baby’s senses, motor skills, language development, emotional and social competence, relief for gas and colics and positive interaction, making your baby feel safe, loved and secure. Classes are held in small groups, providing a calm and secure environment. All participants are encouraged to connect, exchange and discuss any parenting topic they wish. Class is for babies age 0-12 months and their parents (both parents welcomed). Class is located at the Vallejo Community Center, 225 Amador Street. For more information contact the center at (707) 648-4640.

AGES 12+
Are you ready to achieve beautiful drawings with bold colors? Students will discover a variety of new drawing techniques such as stippling,  layering, shading, optical blending, cross hatching, warm and cool colors and color blending. We will also touch on tone, form, composition, color theory, and products. Applying their new information with the medium, students are challenged with various art projects such as abstract, still life, drawing in nature, using only primary or complementary colors, empty space, warm and cool colors, silhouette, and more. At the end of class we will have group discussion and evaluation of techniques as we review everyone’s work. This is a great opportunity for beginners or seasoned artists!  Instructor will have all supplies needed for an additional $10 material fee. For more information or to register please call the Coordinator at 648-4640. Instructor: Laura Schofield.

AGES 16+
How long have you been saying to yourself, “I need to learn Spanish”? Spanish is no longer a just nice thing to know; it is quickly becoming a necessity. How long will it be before it’s hard to find employment if you don’t speak Spanish? In California 38% of the population speaks Spanish and that number keeps on growing. The U.S. now has more Spanish speakers than Spain. Only Mexico, of the 22 countries where Spanish is the official language, has more Spanish speakers than we do. How many Spanish speakers do you come in contact with on your job and at the stores where you shop? Think how much better those interactions would be if you could understand and speak some Spanish. Give up an hour of TV once a week and make the time to become functional in Spanish. For more information or to register please call the Coordinator at (707) 648-4640. Instructor: Derrick Leonard.

6 DAYS, DEPARTING APRIL 3-8, 2019.

The epic story of American democracy comes to life in America’s capital city. View the extraordinary monuments throughout the National Mall that commemorate the heroes who have shaped America’s past, including the World War II Monument, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial. Wander Mt. Vernon’s beautiful plantation grounds, and tour the beloved home of George Washington. Uncover the gems of the Smithsonian Institution as you explore some of its world-renowned museum collections. Tour Washington National Cathedral and admire the architecture of this magnificent building that took 83 years to complete. On a guided tour, learn about Ford’s Theater where President Abraham Lincoln was assassinated. Join us for this extraordinary exploration of America’s history and culture in Washington, D.C.

GRADES TK-K
Kinder Kids Camp is designed to give the youngest campers a boost as they transition from preschool and home, to the camp environment. Children entering kindergarten, or are 4 years old by the first day of camp, have their own team of Kinder camp employees who help them with all aspects of camp life and participate in the activities alongside them. Kinder camp employees also make sure that children get their lunch, snacks, visits to the bathroom and everything else they need. Campers must wear closed- toe shoes, bring a sack lunch, water bottle and snack daily.