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We offer a variety of programs and fitness classes to participate in at the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center and through out Cedar Hill. From karate, to Yoga to Zumba, we are sure to have a class available that is perfect for you and your family!
AIKIA Karate
Age: 5 years plus Fee: $30 per month
Channel your energy through a combined style of American Tae-Kwon Do and American Kenpo, while learning self-discipline, respect for others and self-defense. Saturday 12 to 2:00 pm AOK/TKO tournament training included.
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
See schedule and register online
Young Bucks Skills
Age: 4 to 12 years Fee: $40 per session
Basketball skills for beginner and intermediate players will help children develop: basketball exercises, footwork and agility workouts, condition/cardio, basketball drills, learning to dribble and shoot correctly, and confidence building.
See schedule and register online
Pickleball
Age: 18 years plus Fee: Free with Recreation Center Membership
Enjoy competitive and non-competitive play with Pickleball enthusiast. Registration not required.
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
Monday through Friday, 10:30 am to 1 pm
Sunday, 1 to 2 pm
Blue Monarch Line Dance
Age: 50 years plus Fee: $10 per month or $3 per class
Join others in learning a variety of line dances to musical hits throughout the years. No dance partners needed!
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
See schedule and register online
LP's Dance for Kids
Age: 3 to 7 years, 8 to 15 years Fee: $60 per month
Learn basic technique and French terminology through the elegance of ballet. Students focus on gaining poise, grace, rhythm and balance.
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
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Teen Hip Hop
Age: 8 to 16 years Fee: $40 per session
Teens can enjoy a fun and energetic dance class learning the latest moves.
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
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Jay's Swing Camp
Age: 16 years plus Fee: $25 per month or $7 per session for Thursday
$10 per session for Sunday
Teaches swing dance from an 8 to count premise and focuses on building the person from the inside out. We teach self to confidence, posture, balance, timing, musicality of dance, and much more. This class also teaches dance choreography for public performance and swing dance competitions.
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Tumble-n-Twirl
Age: 4 to 9 years Fee: $48 per month
A co-ed tumbling class that teaches beginner tumble and baton.
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Beyond Excellent Tumbling
Age: 4 to 12 years Fee: $45 Monthly or $15 Drop to in
Come learn how to flip! This class will teach your child the fundamentals of tumbling and acero. From forward rolls to back handsprings, your child is sure to gain strength, balance and flexibility.
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Dancing Little Stars
Age: 3 to 7 years Fee: $48 per month
A fun, energetic dance class that combines ballet and tap.
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Cardio Mix
Age: 12 years plus
Fee: $40 through session Drop-in Fee: $7 through class
Kick start your fitness in our highly aerobic cardio class. Raise your heart rate and energy with extensive cardio fitness sure to burn 500 to 1,000 calories!
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
See schedule and register online
Steady Warriors Yoga
Age: 12 years plus
Fee: $40 per session, free to all veterans and first responders
Bring strength, resilience, and flexibility into your body and your life. This traditional Hatha Yoga class offers basic postures, breathing techniques, and meditation suitable for everyone. A one team approach ensures that every student will have the opportunity for a positive experience. Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
See schedule and register online
Zumba®
Age: 12 years plus
Fee: $45 per unlimited, $35 for 4 times per week, $28 for 3 times per week, $24 for 2 times per week or $5/class (Monday through Friday), $7 per class (Saturday)
Dance to great music, with great people and burn a ton of calories without even realizing it. Burn up to 900 calories an hour while having a blast working out to rhythms like Salsa, Reggaeton, Merengue, Cumbia and Hip-Hop.
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center **Registration only available in person at the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center.
Level Up Boxing Camp
Age: Kids and Parents of all ages welcome
Free
All ages are welcome to join a 5 week boxing camp sponsored by the Dallas Police Department! Held on Saturday mornings 10 to 11:30 am at the recreation center September 1 through 29, October 20 through November 17, and December 8 through January 5. Text 817-559-5740 to sign up.
Camp Gladiator
Camp Gladiator is a four week adult fitness boot camp that promises a motivating and challenging environment where men and women of all ages and fitness levels can push themselves. Campers should expect a total body workout. A typical session could include interval training, sprint and agility drills, stations, plyometrics, body weight strength drills, cardio mix, and much more. Camp Gladiator is designed to increase your functional strength, speed, stamina and, most importantly, to deliver results.
Visit Camp Gladiator to register.
FIT4MOM
FIT4MOM®, the nation's leading prenatal and postnatal fitness program is now in Cedar Hill and providing fitness classes and a community for moms to support every stage of motherhood. We offer mommy and me workout classes, run club and an 8 week body transformation session. All fitness levels are welcome! Visit our website for a complete list of classes and schedule.
Mentor Meet Up
Age: Youth of all ages
The ultimate life empowerment class for youth and young adults. This epic session of inspiration is specifically designed to address life's toughest challenges. Text 817-559-5740 to sign up.
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
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Piano Class
Age: All ages are welcome, Fee: $45 per month or $15 drop-in
Ear training, number system, learn how to read piano music. Play like a pro in no time and learn great techniques!
Location: Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
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Camp Cedar Hill at Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center (1206 W FM 1382)
Age: 6 to 11 years as of May 30, 2018
Register!
Visit the Camp Cedar Hill website for full details
Encourage your child's inquisitive nature and prepare him or her for future experiences in science and conservation. A typical day may include outdoor exploration, crafts, games, learning about animals and conducting science experiments.
Pricing
$120 per week, reduced price of $105 per week during holiday weeks
$40 one-time registration fee per child
Extended care: $25 per week (6:30 am to 6:30 pm) Late pick up fee: $25 per incidence per child – must be paid within 24 hours
Optional add-ons:
Extra camp t-shirt: $10.83 (including tax)
Souvenir package: $8.00 (including tax) – includes drawstring backpack, reusable water bottle, pencil. Please note that children are required to have a backpack and water bottle for camp.
Camp activities are from 9 am to 4 pm daily. Unless extended care is purchased or alternate arrangements are made in advance, campers should be dropped off 8:45 am to 9:15 am and picked up 3:45 pm to 4:15 pm. If purchased, extended care begins at 6:30 am and ends at 6:30 pm.
Camp will be closed Monday, May 28 and Wednesday, July 4. Rates are discounted these weeks. This program is not licensed by the State of Texas; however, it does follow Standards of Care.
CHAT Summer Camp
Age: 5 to 13 years as of May 30, 2018
Register!
Please follow these instructions: Step 1 (PDF), Step 2 (PDF)
Download a fill-able registration form (PDF).
CHAT Summer Camp is designed to enrich the lives of our participants through opportunity, education and activities. This camp will continue to engage and empower our youth through the summer with recreational, enrichment, sports, and art activities as well as engaging field trips.
Pricing
One-Time Registration Fee: $30 per child
Resident Weekly Fee: $90 per week
Resident Weekly Sibling Discount: $70 per week
Non-Resident Weekly Fee: $110 per week
Non-Resident Weekly Sibling Discount: $90 per week
Optional Early/Late Care: $30 per week, per child
All children age 5 must present proof that they have completed a full year of kindergarten. Early and late care is held 7 to 8 am and 5 to 6 pm.
This camp is not licensed by the State of Texas; however we do follow Standards of Care. Note: Camp will be closed Wednesday, July 4.
Register
Three Easy Ways to Register for Programs:
- Online
- In person at the Alan E. Sims Cedar Hill Recreation Center
- In person at the Parks and Recreation Administrative Offices
Pre-registration is required for all recreation programs unless otherwise listed and all fees are due at the time of registration. Please note the deadline for all programs is 3 days prior to the start of the class. All programs require a minimum number of registrants in order to operate.
Programs will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. Each program fee is listed in the brochure, and additional supplies might be required if noted. Cash, check, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard and American Express) are accepted.
Cancellation Policy
- The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel any program or special event, due to low program registrations or other unforeseen circumstances.
- In the event that a program is canceled, registrants will be notified right away.
- Registrants will have the option of transferring to another program or receiving a full refund app lied to their account (see refund policy).
Refund/Withdrawal Policy
- Withdrawals from a program will be granted when requested more than 7 days prior to the start date of the program.
- There are no refunds for non-attendance, supply fees or online transaction fees.
- Written documentation from your doctor must accompany any medical withdrawals. A pro-rated refund will be granted for withdrawals filed during or after the course. Medical withdrawals must be requested, with proper documentation, within a month of the program's ending date.
- To complete your withdrawal, a Refund Request Form must be completed in person at a Parks and Recreation Facility.
- Fees approved through the request will be refunded to the original form of payment within 30 days of the request. Original credit card payments will be refunded to the credit card, and cash or check payments will be refunded in the form of a check.
Waitlist
- Due to instructor to participant requirements, each class has a certain number of spots available. Once the program fills up, registrants have the option to be placed on a waitlist at no cost.
- Program openings are filled on a first come, first serve basis. Registrants will be notified if a space becomes available or a new class is formed.
- Registrant will be required to complete the course registration once notified, and payment will be due at the time of registration.