131030 - Night Hike

Join our Parks and Recreation staff at Erwin Park to explore the outdoor trail underneath the McKinney night sky. We will search for nocturnal critters through sight and sound. Make sure to bring your flashlights! This hike is almost 2 miles through some difficult terrain, plan accordingly.

131037 - Archery

Archery 101 will teach the basics or archery in a safe and fun environment. Work with our certified instructors to hone your skills on the range with practice, games, and competitions to determine who the top shot is.

131042 - Tuesday Night Trivia

Do you think you have more random knowledge and facts than anyone in McKinney? Come put your skills to the test during Tuesday night Trivia. Sign up your team for this BYOB evening on our patio at the Recreation Center at Towne Lake.

131202 - Adult Vollleyball Tournament

It is time to battle it out on the hardwood! Test your volleyball
skills against adults in the community with this 4v4 tournament.
Light refreshments will be provided, and prizes will be awarded to
the winners.

131300 - Trout Derby

131303 - Tae Kwon Do

Join Black Belt instructor, Lyman Roark, for fitness, fun and protection in this officially recognized system. Kids and adults are welcomed. Parents, join your kids in family self-defense. No contracts or registration required. Uniforms are not required until the first belt exam.

131307 - Essentrics

Essentrics is a dynamic stretching workout designed to rebalance all 650 muscles through simultaneous stretching and strengthening exercises. Please bring a mat.

131320 - Homeschool PE 101

Experience several sports and activities in a short amount of time. Rotate weekly through agility stations and drills to learn sport-specific rules, games, drills, strategies and the fundamentals required to play. Sibling discounts available.
Bowman Sports offers a sibling discount! Call the Community Center for more details or to register! 972-547-2690

131321 - Homeschool PE 102

PE is a 90 minute class that allows students to explore many sports in a short time. This program is designed so that students can be ACTIVE and learn about athletics and team sports. Each class begins with a dynamic warm-up and stretch. We rotate through agility stations and drills. Each unit of study includes sport specific drills and games. Including rules of the game, strategy and the fundamentals required to play. We also enjoy fun classic games like kickball, dodgeball, whiffleball and capture the flag. Sibling discounts available.

131441 - Family Game Night

A night full of fun games, family-friendly activities, and memories that will last a lifetime. Food and drinks will be provided.

131448 - Kindermusik Level 2

Hop on the train, get in the car, board the plane, and Away We Go!
Sing and play along with favorite songs, explore fast and slow, smooth
and bumpy, and high and low. Read stories about ways to get around.

+$70 Home Materials Fee

131452 - Kindermusik Level 1

Cock-a-doodle Moo! Hop on the hayride—it’s time to head for the
farm! Engage in rituals and playful activities with your baby, including
infant massage, lap bounces, exercise and quiet time.
Dew Drops: Stop and smell the roses—and lily of the valley, and
tulips, and pansies. You’ll also hear

+$70 Home Materials Fee

131454 - Kindermusik-Level 3

Tiptoe into a toy shop full of wonder. Watch your child’s imagination
come to life. Make pretend-creations, using rhythm and songs with
imaginary saws, hammers and nails.

131502 - Spring Break Youth Camp

Join the staff of the Recreation Center at Towne Lake this Spring Break for a week of fun. Each day will be a different theme: Monday –sports, Tuesday – nature, Wednesday-crafts, Thursday- video and board games. Sign up for individual mornings for $25 each, or $75 for all four days.

131504 - Social Craft Time

131581 - Dance Arts Center Thursday

Dance Arts Center specializes in tap, ballet, jazz, tumbling and hip hop for children and adults. Classes meet September-May and students may begin at any time. Private and semi-private lessons are also available.

131582 - Dance Arts Center Saturday

Dance Arts Center specializes in tap, ballet, jazz, tumbling and hip hop for children and adults. Classes meet September-May and students may begin at any time. Private and semi-private lessons are also available.

131586 - Private Dance Instruction

Class Attire:
Leotard and tights (any color), Preschool: pink leather ballet shoes, and black tap shoes with elastic sewn in holes. Please no skirts or tutus on any dancers. All school age dancers will need beige "Super Jazz Shoes" by Bloch, and lace up black tap shoes.

Tuition: All tuition is due on the 1st of the month. All tuition is Non-Refundable. Add any second class for only $30 monthly! $5 discount for the second child in the family. All tuition is payable in advance of the first lesson of the month. There is a $25 non-refundable registration fee the first month only.

All registration fees, recital fees and costumes must be payable to Dance Arts Center.
Tuition is payable to the City of McKinney.
Private Dance Instructions will need to be set up through Joan Martin or Lou Ann Martin-Vance.
Private Instruction is $85 per month. Semi Private instruction is $75 per month.
Private and Semi Private Instruction is available Tuesdays, Thursdays and/or Saturdays.
Please call Joan or Lou Ann to arrange times 972-690-0514 or 972-644-4001.

131589 - Country Western Dance

If you want to have fun and also learn the art of Country Western Dance, come join our class. You will learn the Two Step, Double Two Step, Waltz, Country Swing along with patterns and progressions. Teens through adults are welcome! Paired couples are required. Private lessons and First Dance Bride & Groom lessons are also available. Please call Lou Ann or Perry at 214.616.6514 or visit www.danceartscenter.net. You must pre-register.
Price is per couple.

131801 - Daddy Daughter Dance

Join us for our Daddy Daughter Princess Dance. This dance designed for children ages 3-7 is a unforgettable night for father and daughter to bond through dancing, dinner, and activities.

131802 - Social Dance Nights

This event is designed to provide recreational and social opportunities for individuals with special needs, their families and caregivers while exposing participants to new experiences, enhance self-esteem, and self-confidence. Join us for light refreshments, music and dancing!

Attendees must be accompanied by a caregiver/guardian that is registered for this event.

To register please contact the Recreation Center at Towne Lake at 972-547-2690.

131815 - Comm. Center Leagues

Spring Racquetball League
Have you been playing with the same person for years? New to the area or without a regular partner? Then this is the league for you! Sign up now to play and test your skill and growth against similarly skilled players. A league shirt and court times are included in the cost. Players will choose skill levels of Intermediate or Advanced.

131971 - Kids in the Kitchen

Join the Recreation Center staff and learn to make new and delicious cookies, treats, and snacks.

131996 - CPR and Babysitting

This class covers CPR/AED and choking relief for adults, children,
and infants. This class is ideal for everyone who wants this lifesaving
knowledge like a parent, grandparent, or babysitter, or for
those who need training for the workplace. Certification

132030 - Night Hike

Join our Parks and Recreation staff at Erwin Park to explore the outdoor trail underneath the McKinney night sky. We will search for nocturnal critters through sights and sounds. Make sure to bring your flashlights! This hike is almost 2 miles through some difficult terrain, plan accordingly.

132037 - Social Dance Night

Designed for individuals with special needs, their families and caregivers.

132042 - Trivia

Do you think you have more random knowledge and facts than anyone in McKinney? Come put your skills to the test during Tuesday night Trivia. Sign up your team for this BYOB evening on our patio at the Recreation Center. $10/team

132303 - Tae Kwon Do

Join Black Belt instructor, Lyman Roark, for fitness, fun and protection in this officially recognized system. Kids and adults are welcomed. Parents, join your kids in family self-defense. No contracts or registration required. Uniforms are not required until the first belt exam.

Fees per class: $8 Resident/$10 Non-Resident

BEGINNER
6:45pm-7:45pm
ADVANCED
7:45pm-8:45pm

132307 - Essentrics

Essentrics is a dynamic stretching workout designed to rebalance all 650 muscles through simultaneous stretching and strengthening exercises. Please bring a mat.

132320 - Homeschool PE 101

Homeschool PE is a 90-minute class that allows students to explore many sports in a short time. Each class begins with a dynamic warm-up stretch, then rotates through agility stations and drills. Enjoy classic games like kickball, dodgeball, wiffle ball and capture the flag. Sibling discounts available.

132321 - Homeschool PE 102

Homeschool PE is a 90-minute class that allows students to explore many sports in a short time. Each class begins with a dynamic warm-up and stretch, then rotates through agility stations and drills. Enjoy classic games like kickball, dodgeball, wiffle ball and capture the flag. Sibling discounts available.

132452 - Kindermusk Level 1

Discover new ways baby benefits from the classics as you develop
an appreciation for the world’s most respected music. Each lesson
features new activities and songs that the parent can sing for all the
places baby and mom go together,

132453 - Kindermusik Level 2

Toddlers and trains make a natural match—always on the move. Tag along this summer with a traveling zoo train. Bring your own stuffed animals for the petting zoo. Wear long white socks on your hands for polar bear paws and learn about real animals in the zoo. Sing songs for clapping time, and use music to help toddlers regulate emotions.

132454 - Kindermusik Level 3

Toddlers and trains make a natural match—always on the move. Tag along this summer with a traveling zoo train. Bring your own stuffed animals for the petting zoo. Wear long white socks on your hands for polar bear paws and learn about real animals in the zoo. Sing songs for clapping time, and use music to help toddlers regulate emotions.

132500 - Science Explorers Camp

Create a hypotheses and observe experiments in this hands-on summer camp dedicated to the fun world of science. Explore different parts of our world through fun activities and messy tests.

132501 - Games Around the World Camp

Games are for everyoe! Explore how different nations and cultures play different styles of board, athletic, and video games in our games around the world camp This camp will focus on the way we celebrate fun and learn from other people. Please dress in athletic clothes and bring a water bottle.

132503 - Crafts and Cooking

Awaken your creativity and appetite. Join the Recreation Center at Towne Lake staff as we take a theme from nature each day and turn it to a beautiful piece of art work as well as a yummy snack!

132541 - Junior Players

Professional actors and actresses teach theater arts basics while focusing on a creative process that promotes oral communication, creativity, literacy, critical thinking and movement. Artistic instructors will facilitate the students’ creation of an original performance. Students may only register for one camp during the summer and will receive a Junior Players T-shirt and certificate of accomplishment.
Registration starts Monday, May 6th at 10am! Registration must be done in person or by calling the Community Center at 972-547-2690!

132580 - Dance Arts Center-Summer Class

Join Dance Arts Center for a fun summer introduction to dance with combo classes in jazz, ballet and tap. Register in person or over the phone (972-547-2690).

132589 - Country Western Dance

Learn to two-step, double two-step, country western swing and waltz. Paired couples are required for this class. Private lessons and first dance classes for brides and grooms are also available. Pre-registration is required.

132790 - Dodgeball Camp

Our ultra-popular program that includes several versions of Dodgeball. The emphasis is on fun, teamwork and exercise. We will play many different versions of the classic game using the new coated foam balls. These are perfect for safe and fun play!

132791 - Basketball Tech

A super fun clinic designed for players of all skills and abilities. Program time will focus on dribbling, passing, shooting, and rebounding. This is a skill based program which utilizes drills and games to reinforce skills being taught. Part of each class time will be used for game scrimmages. Bring a snack and water each day.

132815 - Racquetball League

Have you been playing with the same person for years? New to the area or without a regular partner? This is the league for you! Play and test your skill and growth against similarly skilled players. Court time is included in the cost.

132971 - Kids in the Kitchen

Learn how to make new and delicious cookies, treats, and snacks.

132995 - Summer Camp Nights

Summer Camp isn’t just for kids
anymore! This adult series focuses
on fun-filled nights of experiences:
learn to cook, play games and connect
with new friends. There’s something
for everyone to enjoy at these
BYOB 21+ events.
Recreation Center at Towne

301101 - Swim 100-Spring 2022

301111 - Swim 101-Spring 2022

This class teaches the fundamentals of floating, breath control, and swimming on the front and back, along with proper water entries and exits.

301121 - Swim 102-Spring 2022

This class builds students' independence in swimming backstroke and front crawl while emphasizing basic rotary breathing.

301131 - Swim 103-Spring 2022

This class is for students who can swim 15 yards of backstroke and front crawl with basic rotary breathing. In Swim 103 students improve rotary breathing, build endurance, and learn elementary backstroke.

301141 - Swim 104-Spring 2022

This class is for students who can swim 25 yards of backstroke and front crawl. In Swim 104 students increase endurance, refine stroke technique, and receive an introduction to breaststroke and basic turns.

301151 - Swim 105-Spring 2022

This class is for students who can swim backstroke, front crawl, and breaststroke a minimum of 50 yards. In Swim 105 students build endurance, increase stroke proficiency, and learn butterfly and flip turns.

301170 - Jr Lifeguarding-Spring 2022

This is NOT a certification course. Students will NOT receive any form of Red Cross certification from completing this course. Junior Lifeguarding teaches elements of a lifeguarding certification, including water entries, basic first aid, and an introduction to CPR. Participants will also continue stroke refinement, developing speed and increasing endurance through strength, distance, and drill training.

This class is designed for children ages 10-15. Students entering this course must be able to swim 50 yards front crawl, 50 yards back crawl, and 25 yards breaststroke. Students will be tested on the first day of the class.

301171 - Adapted Aquatics-Spring 2022

Learn skills for swimming, water safety, and interacting with peers through adapted and individualized teaching methods designed for individuals with varying abilities and needs. There is an emphasis on communication between parent and instructor in order to make the most of each lesson.

Once you have registered for the class, call the Aquatics Coordinator at 972-547-7495 to schedule an assessment for class placement.

301181 - Adult Swim-Spring 2022

301190 - Adult 50+ Swim-Spring 2022

For individuals ages 50 and older who would like to learn and/or improve upon their current swimming skills. Students will be evaluated on the first day of the class and divided into separate groups according to their skill level.

302100 - Swim 100-Outdoor 2022

This class provides you and your child an introduction to fundamental water skills and pool safety through educational songs and games.

302101 - Swim 100-Indoor 2022

This class provides you and your child an introduction to fundamental water skills and pool safety through educational songs and games.