Parks, Recreation and Marine

Summer 2026 Teens Classes

Oil Painting

Representational oil painting of still life arrangements and landscapes from observation. All skill levels welcome. We will focus on techniques, skill building, color mixing, composition and conceptual skills. Instructor will provide materials list. Ages: 16 and up. Class fee: $70.

Anita Sinclair
Bixby Park

Drawing Fundamentals

In this course, you will learn to draw through a series of skill based exercises. You will learn contour line, positive/negative space, value, shading, perspective, compositions, and more. All skills levels welcome. Instructor will provide materials list. Ages: 16 and up. Class fee: $70.

Anita Sinclair
Bixby Park

Beginning Knitting

An introductory class where students will learn the basic knitting stitches, knit and purl, along with how to cast on (start knitting) and bind off (finish knitting). Toward the end of the session, students will begin a simple project. Perfect class for beginners and those looking to pick up the craft again! Ages: 16 and up. $10 materials fee. Class fee: $55; yarn and needles provided.  * No Class 8/11.

Abby Anderson
Recreation Park

COOKING

Basic Cooking For Teens

Students will receive hands-on training in a lecture and  kitchen lab environment. They will learn culinary terms, cooking techniques, kitchen and food safety, kitchen math and basic nutrition. Topics include sautéing, simmering, stir-frying, and more. No prior experience required. Ages: 13-18 years. Class materials fee: $60. Class fee: $130.

A Yummy Future LLC
El Dorado Park West

FITNESS

40-30-20 Interval Training

A new body, a new you! Lose fat while increasing your  strength, endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness with workouts that  are fun, challenging and never boring. Become lean, agile, strong and toned during 40, 30, and 20 second Tabata Boot Camp-style exercise intervals that  change your body and give you lasting results. All fitness levels welcome.  Bring resistance band, one dumbbell and mat. Optional one time equipment fee of up to $15. Ages: 16 and up. Walk-in fee available. Class fee: $60. *No Class 6/22, 7/27, 8/3.

Tami Santy
Recreation Park 

B.L.A.S.T. Total Body Fitness

This full-body workout boosts your metabolism, blasts away inches and helps you Become Lean, Agile, Strong, Toned with the perfect combination of strength, cardio and agility/sports movements. We will use body weight, kettlebells, agility ladders, battle ropes and other fitness toys – each workout is unique, challenging and fun. All fitness  levels welcome. Bring dumbbells and mat. Ages: 16 and up. Walk in fee available.  Class fee: $60. *No Class 6/25.

Tami Santy
El Dorado Park West

El Dorado Park Yoga (Outdoors)

Enjoy Yoga outdoors. Strengthen, relax and restore with asanas, breath work, relaxation and mindfulness in the beautiful El Dorado Park. All levels welcome. Bring a mat and/or blanket. Ages: 14 and up. Drop in fee available ($16). Vehicle Entry fee waived with receipt of class registration. Class fee: $196. Class meets at Horseshoe Lake.

Monica Roman
El Dorado East Regional Park

Yoga with Lacey

This all levels, alignment-based yoga class will include various poses and movement focused upon strength, stretch and balance. Breathing and relaxation techniques are also explored to link both mind and body awareness. Please bring a yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks and yoga strap. Ages: 16 and up. Walk in fee available.

Lacey Marsac
Wardlow Park

Row-the-Stadium Camp *NEW*

This Learn-to-Row camp is an intro course where rowers ages 13-18 years will have a chance to try the sport of rowing in a fun and safe way. They will learn rowing terminology, learn how to handle the equipment, develop a basic set of rowing skills and practice race starts on-and-off the beach. Training will take place in one- and two- person ocean boats as well as the typical classic rowing shells. The camp will introduce rowing with focus on both types of rowing that Long Beach will host in the 2028 Olympics: Classic rowing and coastal rowing/beach sprints. Camp will spend time on the beach but starts and ends at the boathouse.  Participants must know how to swim and must wear shoes to each practice. Class fee: $250.

Long Beach Rowing Association
Pete Archer Rowing Center

ENRICHMENT

Babysitter, First Aid, CPR & AED Training

Become the favorite babysitter every family wants! Pay the instructor, Healthy U, the additional $45 material fee for the American Heart Association Heartsaver student workbook and 2-year course completion card, babysitter binder and other training supplies. Advance registration is required. Ages: 11 and up. Class fee: $105.

Healthy U
El Dorado West

CPR & AED - Heartsaver Adult, Child & Infant

Don’t miss a beat and increase the number of people “Stayin’ Alive!” Pay the instructor, Healthy U, the additional $25 material fee for the American Heart Association Heartsaver student workbook and 2-year course completion card. This is not a BLS class for medical providers. Advance registration is required. Ages: 11 and up. Class fee: $80.

Healthy U
El Dorado West

MUSIC

Teen Guitar - Level 1

Kickstart your guitar journey in this energetic 6-week beginner class for teens! With a maximum of 6 students, you’ll get focused guidance while learning essential skills, chords and songs in a relaxed group setting. No instrument needed; guitars provided in class  Ages: 12-16 years. Class fee: $150. Cal Heights Music (1240 E. Wardlow Rd.). *No class 7/3.

Cal Heights Music Staff
Cal Heights Music

Teen Piano - Level 1

Start your piano journey in this engaging 6-week beginner class for teens! With a max of only 4 students per group, students receive plenty of personalized instruction while learning foundational skills and songs. Books sold separately; available at our shop or from your favorite bookseller. Ages: 12-14 years. Class fee: $150. Cal Heights Music (1240 E. Wardlow Rd.).  *No class 7/4.

Cal Heights Music Staff

Cal Heights Music 

Teen Ukulele - Level 1

Learn to play the ukulele in this fun beginner course! With a max of 6 students, each student receives personalized guidance in an energetic group setting. Students will explore the ukulele, build skills and confidence, and learn fun songs. Ukuleles provided in class. Ages: 12-16 years. Class fee: $150. Cal Heights Music (1240 E. Wardlow Rd.).

Cal Heights Music Staff
Cal Heights Music

 SPORTS

Jujitsu

Japanese Jujitsu self defense. Learn escapes, throws, locks and holds to control a larger opponent from one-on-one instruction with 45 years of self defense experience. Class is for beginners and advanced students. New students start first week of each month. LakewoodBudoKai.com. Ages: 13 and up. Class fee: $45. *No Class 6/19.

Russell Kelley

Stearns Champions Park

KARATE

Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate. Learn blocks, punches, strikes and kicks to defend against an attack from one-on-one instruction with 45 years of self-defense. Class is for beginners and advanced students. New students start first week of each month. LakewoodBudoKai.com. Ages: 13 and up. Class fee: $45. *No Class 6/19 

Russell Kelley

Stearns Champions Park

Karate - Shotokan

Japanese Karate retains all the traditions of this ancient art. The philosophy and rules of karate will help develop discipline and respect. Consistent training helps students become stronger and develop confidence. Karate will teach students the customs and courtesies of Japanese culture. Uniforms available for an additional amount. More information will be given during the first class. Ages: 12 and up. Class fee: $90. *No Class 6/19.

 Jony Martinez
Cesar Chavez Park

Class# 70661                        6/1-6/29*                      7:15-8:45 p.m. M W F

Class# 70663                        7/6-7/29                         7:15-8:45 p.m. M W F

Class# 70665                        7/31-8/28                      7:15-8:45 p.m. M W F