Preschool and Youth Special Interest Classes

Preschool Classes

Little Magic Movers

Together with parent participation, children will get outside and get moving. Activities combine movement and dance with the identification of colors, objects, sounds and shapes. 

Youth Special Interest Classes

Play-Well LEGO® Engineering

Play-Well TEKnologies offers programs that teach children about engineering using the LEGO® building system. Through the use of LEGOS®, children learn problem-solving skills, creative expression, foster an appreciation of how things work, develop inquisitiveness, self-reliance, and self-confidence. The classes include fun-filled engineering and architectural projects, taught by trained, enthusiastic instructors!

 Babysitter Training

The purpose of this course it to provide participants with the information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or adult guardians. Participants will learn and practice child and infant CPR, rescue breathing, choking rescue, preventing disease transmission, and first aid. This course is fun and fast-paced with hands-on activities, exciting video, role-plays, and lively discussions. Participants must be at least 11 years old by the last day of the course and will receive Babysitter training, Child/Infant CPR and First Aid certifications. Ages 11 – 15 years.

Adult Special Interest Classes

A wide variety of classes for adults 18 and over are available including fitness classes, dance, and more!

A full list of currently available classes may be found in the Recreation Schedule.

Fitness Flex Pass - Increase your FLEXibility!

The Fitness Flex Pass allows health and fitness participants to pick and choose which classes and dates work best for their schedule. The Flex Pass is available for purchase online, at the Davis Senior Center, or at Parks and Community Services in City Hall.

To purchase your Flex Pass Punch Card online:

• Visit us online
• Click on the fourth tab at the top “Flex Pass and Snack Bar Punch Cards”
• In the drop down “Type” Select “Fitness Flex Pass” and click “Search”
• Select which pass you would like: 5, 10 or 20 (resident or non-resident)
• Don’t forget to print your pass! Enjoy!

Each Fitness Flex Pass entitles you to 1 class for $10, 5 classes for $45, 10 classes for $85 or 20 classes for $155 (non-resident fees apply).

You must call the Senior Center to sign up in advance of attending the Flex Pass class. Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to class start time to check in. Advanced phone registration is required.

Prices subject to change annually. Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation based on attendance and instructor availability. The "Satisfaction Guaranteed" policy does not apply to the Fitness Flex Pass.

Special Interest Instructors Wanted!

Parks and Community Services is always looking for energetic and qualified instructors to teach a variety of youth and adult  classes. Class hours are flexible and it is a great way to earn extra money while sharing your hobbies, interests and expertise with others in the community.

A special interest class instructor is expected to provide high quality instruction for the participants in the class or workshop. Specific responsibilities include: providing the information for publicity releases, developing and submitting lesson plans or class outlines, keeping track of class enrollment and participant rosters, notifying the appropriate supervisor if any changes occur in the class schedule content or the instructor’s ability to conduct the class, and  performing assigned duties independently with minimal supervision.

If you’re interested in becoming a Special Interest Class Instructor, please email Parks and Community Services.

Download a copy of the Special Interest Class Proposal packet:

• Special Interest Class Proposal
• Contract Instructor Handbook
• Checklist for Independent Contract Instructors
• City of Davis Employment Application