Participants ages 14-21 will rehearse and perform world premiere productions – written by Otterbein University creative writing students! Participants must be registered to attend and participate in the pre-professional auditions and be available to rehearse Monday-Thursday from 4-6 p.m. from May 28 - June 13. Performers must be also available for all performances (June 14-16).*

This class is ideal for teens/adults ages 18+ interested in enhancing their swimming skills and keeping fit in the water without the competiveness of swim team. All participants must be able to complete 50 yards of all four strokes continuously. This program will focus on fitness, endurance, and stroke refinement through direct coaching from an instructor. You will work through a variety of drills for all 4 strokes, as well as proper form for flip turns, open turns, and dives/starts from the blocks.

Skills are as follows: Flip Turns, Open Turns, Breastroke Pull Outs, Streamlines, Kicking, Front/Back Flip Turns, Treading Water, Racing Starts (from blocks), Endurance Practice & Distance Swimming, Individual Medley, Freestyle w/ Flip Turns, Backstroke w/ Flip Turns, Butterfly w/ Open Turns, Breastroke w/ Open Turns

Class led by: Coach Chris Paolini

Unlock the path to a healthier you. Our Fitness Specialist is here to walk you through basic fitness floor policies and proper equipment usage in a concise 30-minute session for individuals or groups. Basic orientations are free to DCRC members. If you're ready to elevate your fitness journey, explore the benefits of our Advanced Fitness Orientation for a personalized program tailored just for you.

Learn various coding concepts and languages through the game of Minecraft: Education Edition. Explore Block-Style coding through lessons, which incorporate learn and play, and make changes in Minecraft not achieved through traditional game play. Walk away with a fundamental grasp of computer coding. This program takes place in the new Respawn Lounge at the DCRC.

Discover how to shop & cook for one. Our Executive Chef walks you through how to use the pantry & freezer to your advantage to make something nutritious while cutting down on wasted leftovers. Sample plate and recipes provided at the end of the session. We are unable to accommodate for dietary preferences. This is a presentation program and no participant cooking is involved.

Explore your creative side as you learn and develop basic skills and techniques of acrylic painting, including color mixing, brushwork, application and composition. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and materials provided.

Color your world with watercolors! This program includes the basics to start painting and creating beautiful works of art. Each session provides for new exploration and artistic expression. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and materials provided.

Learning life skills through theme-oriented activities, which may include snack preparation, interactive games, arts and crafts and socialization with friends. Create new friendships while having fun! An Inquiry of Needs must be completed for new participants; to schedule an appointment, please call Meaghan Campbell, Adaptive Coordinator at 614.410.4574.

This low-impact class combines some cardio training with weight-bearing exercises designed to help you improve muscular strength and endurance, bone density, balance and flexibility. Finish the hour with core strengthening exercises and an excellent stretch for a complete and functional workout!

Jr. Fitness: Earn the privilege of using the fitness floor before age 16. Participants meet individually with a fitness staff member and learn fitness floor etiquette, safety and correct use of equipment. Upon successful completion, teen members ages 12-15 may use the fitness floor without being accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants must successfully pass all areas of the program and be proficient in exercise technique, safety and fitness floor etiquette to receive their card. All Jr. Fitness Card Orientations include our fitness staff orienting your teen on the Cybex Equipment and Cardio equipment. Registration opens 72 hours before the class and closes 24 hours before scheduled class times. Payment of $16 for Dublin residents and $26 for school district and non-residents is due upon class completion.

Get the kids up and moving on a Saturday morning! This introduction to tennis includes lead-up games to develop coordination and strength, followed by ball control drills using forehand and backhand. Serve and volley are introduced. Participants need to bring their own tennis racquet; tennis balls are provided.

Learning Objectives
Enter water using ladder, steps or side
Exit water using ladder, steps or side
Blowing bubbles through mouth and nose, 3 seconds
Bobbing, 3 times
Opening eyes under water and retrieving submerged objects, 2 times (in shallow water)
Front glide, 2 body lengths
Recover from a front glide to a vertical position
Back glide, 2 body lengths
Back float, 3 seconds
Recover from a back float or glide to a vertical position
Roll from front to back
Roll from back to front
Treading using arm and hand actions (in chest-deep water)
Alternating leg action on front, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous leg action on front, 2 body lengths
Alternating arm action on front, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous arm action on front, 2 body lengths
Combined arm and leg actions on front, 2 body lengths
Alternating leg action on back, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous leg action on back, 2 body lengths
Alternating arm action on back, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous arm action on back, 2 body lengths
Combined arm and leg actions on back, 2 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment
Enter independently, using either the ladder, steps or side, travel at least 5 yards, bob 3 times then safely exit the water. (Participants can walk, move along the gutter or ?swim.?)
Glide on front at least 2 body lengths, roll to a back float for 3 seconds and recover to a vertical position. (This part of the assessment can be performed with support.)

Learning Objectives
Enter water by stepping or jumping from the side (in shoulder-deep water)
Exit water using ladder, steps or side (in chest-deep water)
Fully submerging and holding breath, 5 seconds
Bobbing, 5 times (in chest-deep water)
Opening eyes under water and retrieving submerged objects, 2 times (in chest-deep water)
Front float, 5 seconds
Jellyfish float, 5 seconds
Tuck float, 5 seconds
Front glide, 2 body lengths
Recover from a front float or glide to a vertical position
Back float, 15 seconds
Back glide, 2 body lengths
Recover from a back float or glide to a vertical position
Roll from front to back
Roll from back to front
Change direction while swimming on front or back
Treading using arm and leg actions, 15 seconds (in shoulder-deep water)
Combined arm and leg actions on front, 5 body lengths
Finning arm action on back, 5 body lengths
Combined arm and leg actions on back, 5 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment
Step from side into chest-deep water, move into a front float for 5 seconds, roll to back, float for 5 seconds then return to a vertical position.
Move into a back float for 5 seconds, roll to front then recover to a vertical position.
Push off and swim using combined arm and leg actions on front for 5 body lengths, roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to the front then continue swimming for 5 body lengths. The participant can be assisted when taking a breath.

Learning Objectives
Enter water by jumping from the side (into deep water)
Headfirst entry from the side in a sitting position (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Headfirst entry from the side in a kneeling position (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Bobbing while moving toward safety, 5 times (in chest-deep water)
Rotary breathing, 10 times
Survival float on front, 30 seconds (in deep water)
Back float, 30 seconds (in deep water)
Change from vertical to horizontal position on front (in deep water)
Change from vertical to horizontal position on back (in deep water)
Tread water, 30 seconds (in deep water)
Push off in a streamlined position on front then begin flutter kicking, 3?5 body lengths
Push off in a streamlined position on front
then begin dolphin kicking, 3?5 body lengths
Front crawl, 15 yards
Elementary backstroke, 15 yards
Scissors kick, 10 yards
Exit Skills Assessment
Jump into deep water from the side, swim front crawl for 15 yards, maintain position by treading or floating for 30 seconds and swim elementary backstroke for 15 yards.

Learning Objectives
Headfirst entry from the side in a compact position (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Headfirst entry from the side in a stride position (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Swim under water, 3?5 body lengths
Feet first surface dive, submerging completely
Survival swimming, 30 seconds (in deep water)
Front crawl open turn
Tread water using 2 different kicks (modified scissors, modified breaststroke or rotary), 2 minutes
Front crawl, 25 yards
Breaststroke, 15 yards
Butterfly, 15 yards
Push off in a streamlined position on back and begin flutter kicking, 3?5 body lengths
Push off in a streamlined position on back and begin dolphin kicking, 3?5 body lengths
Elementary backstroke, 25 yards
Back crawl, 15 yards
Sidestroke, 15 yards
Exit Skills Assessment
Perform a feet first entry into deep water, swim front crawl for 25 yards, change direction and position as necessary and swim elementary backstroke for 25 yards.
Swim breaststroke for 15 yards, change direction and position as necessary and swim back crawl for 15 yards.

Learning Objectives
Shallow-angle dive from the side (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Shallow-angle dive, glide 2 body lengths and begin any front stroke (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Tuck surface dive, submerging completely
Pike surface dive, submerging completely
Front flip turn while swimming
Backstroke flip turn while swimming
Tread water, 5 minutes
Front crawl, 50 yards
Breaststroke, 25 yards
Butterfly, 25 yards
Elementary backstroke, 50 yards
Back crawl, 25 yards
Standard scull, 30 seconds
Sidestroke, 25 yards
Exit Skills Assessment
Perform a shallow-angle dive into deep water, swim front crawl for 50 yards, change direction and position of travel as necessary and swim elementary backstroke for 50 yards.
Swim breaststroke for 25 yards, change direction and position of travel as necessary and swim back

Learning Objectives
Shallow-angle dive from the side (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Shallow-angle dive, glide 2 body lengths and begin any front stroke (in water at least 9 feet deep)
Tuck surface dive, submerging completely
Pike surface dive, submerging completely
Front flip turn while swimming
Backstroke flip turn while swimming
Tread water, 5 minutes
Front crawl, 50 yards
Breaststroke, 25 yards
Butterfly, 25 yards
Elementary backstroke, 50 yards
Back crawl, 25 yards
Standard scull, 30 seconds
Sidestroke, 25 yards
Exit Skills Assessment
Perform a shallow-angle dive into deep water, swim front crawl for 50 yards, change direction and position of travel as necessary and swim elementary backstroke for 50 yards.
Swim breaststroke for 25 yards, change direction and position of travel as necessary and swim back

A Life Plan at Home (LPaH) is a lifestyle protection program that aims to keep people healthy and independent in their homes, as they get older. Main components include wellness management, care coordination and financial coverage. Light refreshments available.

Our take on dine-in movies allows you to join us in the Community Hall for an afternoon film with a BYOF (bring your own food) concept. Monthly movie titles and information available online and in the Senior Lounge.

Are you a fitness swimmer looking to get your mileage in? This program is ideal for fitness swimmers including triathletes, masters and former competitive swimmers. Receive weekly swim workouts from your instructor, which consist of mostly interval workouts that include kicks, pulls, stroke improvement drills and a main set. There are no organized or specific practice times for this class; complete your workout during any open swim time in the DCRC Lap Pool. Choose between 12 and 24-workouts below. Members proceed through check-in with their pass; non-members receive a 12- or 24 punch visit pass upon registering and have one visit deducted upon check-in. Any unused swim passes are forfeited at the conclusion of the session.

Concentrate on the basic Pilates reformer exercises in this mixed-level class. Beginners are welcome and those with more experience do the same series of exercises but are challenged by digging deeper into the core connection.

Learning Objectives
Enter and exit water using ladder, steps or side
Blowing bubbles through mouth and nose, 3 seconds
Submerging mouth, nose and eyes
Opening eyes under water and retrieving submerged objects, 2 times (in shallow water)
Front and back glide, 2 body lengths
Recover from a front glide to a vertical position
Back float, 3 seconds
Recover from a back float to a vertical position
Roll from front to back and back to front
Treading with arm and hand actions (chest-deep)
Alternating leg action on front, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous leg action on front, 2 body lengths
Alternating arm action on front, 2 body lengths
Combo arm and leg actions on front, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous leg action on back, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous arm action on back, 2 body lengths
Simultaneous arm action on front, 2 body lengths
Alternating leg action on back, 2 body lengths
Alternating arm action on back, 2 body lengths
Combined arm and leg actions on back, 2 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment
Enter independently, using either the ladder, steps or side, travel at least 5 yards, submerge to mouth and blow bubbles for at least 3 seconds then safely exit the water. Children can walk, move along the gutter or swim.
While in shallow water, glide on front at least 2 body lengths, then roll to back and float on back for 3 seconds then recover to a vertical position

Learning Objectives
Bobbing, 3 times
Enter water by stepping in (in shoulder deep water)
Exit water using ladder, steps or side (in chest-deep water)
Opening eyes under water and retrieving submerged objects, 2 times (in chest-deep water)
Front float, 3 seconds
Front glide, 2 body lengths
Recover from a front float or glide to a vertical position
Back float, 5 seconds
Back glide, 2 body lengths
Recover from a back float or glide to a vertical position
Roll from front to back and back to front
Treading using arm and leg actions, 5 seconds (in shoulder-deep water)
Combined arm and leg actions on front and back, 3 body lengths
Finning arm action on back, 3 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment
Glide on front at least 2 body lengths, roll to back, float on back for 5 seconds then recover to a vertical position.
Glide on back for at least 2 body lengths, roll to front, float for 5 seconds then recover to a vertical position.
Swim using combined arm and leg actions on front for 3 body lengths, roll to back, float for 5 seconds, roll to front then continue swimming on front for 3 body lengths

Learning Objectives
Enter water by jumping in shoulder-deep water
Fully submerging and holding breath, 5 seconds
Bobbing, 5 times (in chest-deep water)
Front float, 5 seconds
Jellyfish float, 5 seconds
Tuck float, 5 seconds
Recover from a front float to a vertical position
Back float, 15 seconds
Back glide, 2 body lengths
Recover from a back float or glide to a vertical pos.
Change direction of travel while swimming on front or back
Treading using arm and leg actions,
15 seconds (in shoulder-deep water)
Combined arm and leg actions on front and back, 5 body lengths
Finning arm action on back, 5 body lengths
Exit Skills Assessment
Step from side into chest-deep water, move into a front float for 5 seconds, roll to back, float for 5 seconds then return to a vertical position
Move into a back float for 5 seconds, roll to front then recover to a vertical position
Push off and swim using combined arm and leg actions on front for 5 body lengths, roll to back, float for 15 seconds, roll to front then continue swimming for 5 body lengths. (Child can be assisted when taking a breath.)

Private swim lessons will be offered at the Dublin Community Recreation Center. Private lessons will be offered in a package of (5) 30 minute lessons. Each 30 minute lesson will allow participants to specialize on certain skills with one-on-one focused teaching. During the first lesson, instructors will work with participants to develop an individualized lesson plan for a specific skill or refinement to meet their needs and goals!

Finally, a small group fitness class just for active older adults! You and a small group of others will work with a group fitness instructor once a week on exercises designed especially for those 55 and older. Strength building, cardio, balance, and flexibility are emphasized. Work out with a group of your peers and see the results!

Join us for a playful and uplifting yoga practice designed for new and current students of all levels. This 55-minute Hatha-based yoga program helps you feel connected, vibrant and healthy. Begin and end each practice with guided meditation and mindful breath work. Claudia’s clear instruction guides you to safely stretch and explore standing poses to improve your balance, flexibility, strength and stamina. Seated stretches allow time to develop the mind-body connection. Final relaxation completes your practice. No two classes are the same: join us Monday afternoons, Wednesday mornings or both. Blankets, straps, and blocks are provided to support you in learning and modifying poses. This class does not accommodate chair yoga. Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

This small group training class is for those who want to mix it up! Cardio training along with strength and abdominal work are incorporated. Get ready for summer with this fun and challenging small group workout.

Gain strength using hand weights in fun and creative ways in this chair aerobics class. Core training, balance exercises and flexibility are also included in this well-rounded program designed with modifications. All exercises are performed off the floor using a chair for strength, if needed.

Join us to dig around in the dirt and create your own tabletop “mini” native plant garden. Planters, soil, tools and young plants provided!

Teen Level I
For teens who are new to the water. The goal is to overcome fear of the water and teach basic swimming techniques. Skills taught include water adjustment, floating on the back and stomach, flutter kicking on your stomach and back, arm action for the front crawl and the elementary backstroke.

Teen Level 2
Participants further coordinate the front crawl with rotary breathing and backstroke. New strokes include elementary backstroke and breaststroke. The goal is to incorporate stroke development, build endurance and adjust to being in deep water.

Grab your racquet and meet Coach Rick at the tennis courts! These lessons include an introduction to basic tennis skills, including racquet handling, forehand and backhand ground strokes, rallying, sportsmanship and rules knowledge. An introduction to more volleying and serving rounds out a complete 5-lesson package.Participants need to bring their own tennis racquet and water bottle; tennis balls are provided.

Enjoy a hassle-free way to travel to local destinations while having fun and gaining lasting friendships. Experience new things and be active for a healthy mind, body and spirit. Travel itinerary and detailed trip information available in the Senior Lounge.

Visit the National Veterans Memorial and Museum and explore the individual stories and share experiences throughout history. Fee includes museum admission and transportation. Transportation provided by Cardinal Transportation, LTD. Deadline to register: Wednesday, May 15.
BROCHURE CHANGE: PLEASE NOTE THE TIMES FOR THIS TRIP ARE NOW 9A-12:30P.

Vinyasa Yoga blends fluid movements with intentional breath to build energy and find inward focus. Enjoy exploring a series of accessible poses designed to improve agility, balance, flexibility and strength. Expect a thoughtfully designed, slow-flow practice. Class opens with meditation and warm-up, then progressively builds rhythm and heat. Standing and balancing poses are playfully strung together to create a moving meditation. Seated stretches allow time to develop the mind-body connection. Final relaxation completes your practice. Blankets, straps and blocks are provided. Some yoga experience is helpful. Please bring your own yoga mat.

Unlimited monthly access to Virtual Fitness classes.
A complete list of classes can found here: https://dublinohiousa.gov/recreation-services/group-fitness-calendar/
Purchase yours today! After you register, look for the link to the class on your receipt under Activity Comments.

Our adaptive aquatics program focuses on water safety, self-confidence, and other physical developmental skills. These classes are taught in a non-competitive environment, and each child progresses at his or her own pace. We request that all participants be accompanied in the water by a parent or provider.

Grab your racquet and meet Coach Rick at the tennis courts! These lessons include an introduction to basic tennis skills, including racquet handling, forehand and backhand ground strokes, rallying, sportsmanship and rules knowledge. An introduction to more volleying and serving rounds out a complete 5-lesson package.Participants need to bring their own tennis racquet and water bottle; tennis balls are provided.