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Tukwila Parks & Recreation
12424 42nd Avenue South
Tukwila, WA 98168
Phone: 206 768-2822
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Fall 2023 Events & Offerings
Gear Up – Step Out – Let’s Play
FREE COMMUNITY CENTER EVENTS
Senior Information & Health Fair
Wednesday, October 11
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Meet with a variety of vendors for information on open enrollment, support services, health and fitness, travel and recreation.
Fall Carnival
Thursday, October 26
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Bring your friends, dress up in your best costume, and join us for a night of carnival games, activities and a ghoulish good time! Everyone is welcome!
Veterans Day Event
Thursday, November 9
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Join us to honor our veterans and their families. Complimentary lunch and entertainment will be provided.
Winter Craft Fun
Friday, December 15
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. (noon)
Ages: 3-5 years
Funded by an American Rescue Plan grant, join the fun with craft activities. Caregivers can join or have a couple of hours to yourself!
FALL 2023: Tukwila Parks & Recreation Preview
These are just a few of the offerings this fall!
Scholarships are available at HealthyTukwila@TukwilaWA.gov.
TEENS
Drop in at the Tukwila Community Center.
After School Teen Room (FREE)
Mondays – Fridays, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Open 30 minutes after school on early release days. Are you looking for a supervised place for your teen to be after school? The Teen Room has something for everyone, including activities and homework help!
Teen Late Night (FREE)
Fridays, 8 p.m. – 11 p.m.
September 22, 29 • October 6, 13, 20
November 3, 17 • December 1, 8, 15
Teen Late Night is the perfect place for your teen. Join us for sports and games.
Teen Open Gym Volleyball (FREE)
Mondays, 6:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
For Middle School and High School Students.
ADAPTIVE RECREATION
Young Adult Socials
Second Friday of the Month, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Ages: 18+ years
Fee: $5 per session
Drop in. No registration required.
October 13: SeaTac Community Center
November 17th: Tukwila Community Center
December 8th: SeaTac Community Center
In partnership with the City of SeaTac to host monthly socials for teens/young adults with disabilities.
YOUTH ATHLETICS
Registration required at https://tukwilawa.gov/signup.
All program are at the Tukwila Community Center.
Force 10 3X3 Basketball Clinics (FREE)
September 23 and 30
Saturdays, Grades K – 3rd – 10:30 a.m. – 11:45 p.m., Grades 4th – 7th Noon – 1:30p.m
3X3 basketball skill, drills and games with Coach GC.
Cultures United Futsal (FREE)
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
November 4 – December 9 (no sessions on 11/11, 11/25)
Ages: 7 – 10 years
Futsal is a type of soccer that is played indoors on a much smaller court. The smaller field size ensures a game of Futsal is fast-paced and more intense, with more opportunity for goal scoring.
Skyhawks
Skyhawks HoopsterTots (NEW)
Register directly with Skyhawks
Thursdays, Starts September 28th
Ages 2 – 3 (3:30 p.m. – 4:10 p.m.)
Ages 3 – 4 (4:20 p.m. – 5 p.m.)
*Parent participation required for ages 2-3.5 years
Kung Fu
Mondays and Wednesdays, 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Monthly Fee: $25 • Ages: 8 – 15 years
Baat Ying Baat Faat (8 animals 8 methods) is a neo-classical style of Kung fu that is based on various styles of northern and southern Chinese martial arts.
Family Martial Arts (NEW)
Tuesdays, September 26 – October 24,
6:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Ages: 7 years to Adult • Fee: $25 per person
Tukwila Community Center
Families: join the fitness fun! Blending the best techniques and training methods of five traditional martial arts systems, KAJUKENBO was created by combining the first few letters of each style: KA (Karate), JU (Judo and Jujitsu), KEN (Kenpo), and BO (Chinese boxing).
ART & MUSIC
Registration required at https://tukwilawa.gov/signup.
All programs are at the Tukwila Community Center.
African Drumming
Saturdays, Beginning October 21st , 10 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $10 ▪ Ages: 6 – Family/Adult
Learn to play traditional rhythms of West Africa. In this class be introduced to the different drums (djembe, dun dun, sangban, and kenkeni), and techniques for playing each one.
Piano & Guitar or Bass Lessons
Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Half Hour Sessions)
Monthly Fee: $140 • Ages: 5 years – Adult
Private lessons with a focus on musicality, creativity, and helping both kids and adults choose to learn and practice the music they love.
ADULT ENRICHMENT
Registration required at https://tukwilawa.gov/signup.
All programs are at the Tukwila Community Center.
Adult Nutrition/Cooking Class (NEW)
Tuesdays, September 26 – December 12
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Fee: Ages 16+ years • $50 per person
Food as Medicine Everyday (FAME™) 10-week Series: Join weekly workshops that demonstrate simple techniques for selecting and preparing healthy whole foods. Light dinner included. (No class October 31 and November 21)
Watercolor Basics and Beyond (NEW)
Saturdays, September 23 – December 16, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Fee: $80
This 8-week course is for beginners to learn the basics of watercolor painting in a joyful and fun atmosphere. (No class November 11 and 25)
PRESCHOOL
Registration required at https://tukwilawa.gov/signup.
All programs are at the Tukwila Community Center.
Toddler Time Playgroup (FREE)
Tuesdays, September – December, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.,
Ages: 1.5 – 3 years
Activities support motor skills and mental development.
Baby & Me (FREE)
Thursdays, September – December, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Ages 0 – 1.5 years
New parents can meet other families and learning about age-appropriate activities.
Ms. Cindy’s Play & Learn (FREE)
Fridays, September – December, 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Ages: 0 – 5 years
Meet other families and join engaging activities, including story time and snack, songs, interactive games, art activities and free play.
SENIORS
Discover the full offerings for Seniors in the Senior Scoop newsletter. Register at the Community Center or online at https://tukwilawa.gov/signup.
All programs are at the Tukwila Community Center unless otherwise noted.
FREE SENIOR FITNESS CLASSES
Mondays, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Drum Fitness
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Silver Sneakers
Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m., Line Dance
Wednesdays, 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., Senior Strength
Thursdays, 8 a.m. – 9 a.m., Silver Sneakers
Soft Style Kung Fu for Senior Adults (NEW)
Thursdays, Beginning September 14, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Learn Baat Ying Baat Faat’s (Eight Animals Eight Methods) soft-style method of kung fu (Yao June) from Sifu Ricky Thatsanavongsa. Students will develop better coordination, balance, strength, and flexibility through traditional breathing and movement exercises.
SENIOR ENRICHMENT:
Senior Adult Finance Classes (FREE/NEW)
In partnership with the American Bankers Association.
Wednesday, Oct. 11, 1 p.m., Safe Banking for Seniors
Tuesday, Oct. 17, 1 p.m., Preventing Identity Theft
Tuesday, Nov. 14, 1 p.m., Choosing a Financial Caregiver
Tuesday, Dec. 12, 1 p.m., Choosing an Executor
ART & MUSIC:
Senior Painting Class
Thursdays, Beginning September 14, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Fee: $40 per month
This class is for non-beginners. Refine painting skills and learn new techniques.
Beginning Watercolor
Fridays, Beginning September 15, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Fee: $40 per month
This class is strictly designed for the beginner painter that wants to learn watercolor. We will begin from step one at an easy pace to make sure everyone is feeling confident with their true artistic self.
Ukulele
Tuesdays, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
September 12-26 ($30) • October 3-31 ($50) November 7- 28 ($30, no class on November 21)
TRIPS & CELEBRATIONS:
Thanksgiving Lunch (FREE)
Tuesday, November 21, 11 a.m.
This 33rd annual event is held at the Double Tree Inn and Suites by Hilton in Tukwila.
12 Days of Goodness with the Seattle Seahawks (FREE)
Friday, December 8, 11 a.m. • Tukwila Community Center
Help us celebrate and appreciate our veterans This event will include guest appearances by Seattle Seahawk Legends. Enjoy Lunch and photo opportunities.
Tukwila Trailers Women’s Hiking Group
Monday Hikes Year-round, 8:30 a.m. (rain or shine)
Fee: $10
This group meets at the Tukwila Community Center and departs at 8:30 a.m. Please call 206-768-2822 to register. Pick up a hiking schedule with rating difficulty at the center or look for us on our website.
FITNESS CENTER
The Tukwila Community Center’s Fitness Center includes circuit equipment, free weights, treadmills, stair stepper recumbent bike, and an upright bike and ellipticals.
HOURS:
Monday – Thursday 6:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
FITNESS & WELLNESS
For fitness class schedule, fees and membership, visit the Tukwila Parks and Recreation website.
Fitness Meet Ups at Crystal Springs Park (NEW)
September 11 & 25, 6 p.m. • October 10 & 24, 6 p.m.
Weather Permitting
Ages: 7 years to Adult • Fee: $5 per meet up (Please pre-register at the Tukwila Community Center)
Join Mayweather Boxing + Fitness Tukwila’s instructor. Experience strength, cardio and shadow boxing workout. All levels are welcome.
Family Martial Arts (NEW)
Tuesdays, September 26 – October 24,
6:45 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Ages: 7 years to Adult • Fee: $25 per person/$50 per family
Tukwila Community Center
Families: join the fitness fun! Blending the best techniques and training methods of five traditional martial arts systems, KAJUKENBO was created by combining the first few letters of each style: KA (Karate), JU (Judo and Jujitsu), KEN (Kenpo), and BO (Chinese boxing).
Women’s Self Defense (NEW)
Tuesdays, September 26 – October 24, 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Ages: 16 years and older • Fee: $50 per person
Tukwila Community Center
Self-defense training is a life skill that helps women to be more aware of their surroundings and be prepared for the unexpected at any time. Through training, participants are taught to become psychologically, intellectually and physically strong enough to protect themselves in times of distress.
Help a Tukwila child and their family today!
Every year Tukwila Parks and Recreation joins with community partners for the Spirit of Giving Campaign. Together, we can reduce financial stress for caregivers and help create a time of ease and joy for Tukwila children experiencing housing insecurity.
- This is your chance to help Tukwila families in need as we enter the winter season.
- This program relies on gifts and cash for care packages. Last year we helped 250 children and their families.
- Special toys, cozy items, hygiene essentials, and grocery gift cards to ensure a healthy, happy winter.
This year let’s help even more children! Together, WE can support this important giving program. Learn more at https://www.tukwilawa.gov/Giving or email Giving@TukwilaWA.gov.
Tukwila’s Public Art Program needs you!
We need your assistance in creating a public art program that serves all our community. Sign up for one of the listening sessions below and help us plan for the future!
First Community Session (virtual)
Tuesday, October 3, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Second Community Session (virtual)
Thursday, October 12, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Third Community Session (in-person)
Saturday, October 14, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Tukwila Community Center
Language interpretation support and activities for participants with children to be provided.
Green Tukwila Partnership
Fall into planting season and build Tukwila’s Urban Forests. Calling all volunteers to join Green Tukwila. Help plant six different parks with native trees and plants. All tools and training provided onsite. Sign up today at https://tukwilawa.gov/GreenTukwila.
Restoration at Riverton Park
Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
October 11, November 8, December 13
Planting at Cottonwood Corner
Thursdays, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
October 12, November 9, December 14
Duwamish Alive at Duwamish Hill Preserve
Saturday, October 21, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Planting at Upper Crystal Springs Park
Saturday, October 28
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Planting at Lower Crystal Springs Park
Wednesday, November 8
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Help Heal Our Habitat at Codiga Park!
Saturday, November 11, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Tuesday, December 12, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Green Tukwila Day at Duwamish Hill Preserve
Saturday, November 18, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.