Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District

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Teamwork has a profound impact on positive mental health. Reduced stress, increased creativity, improved communication, enhanced productivity, and building trust are just a handful of ways that being a part of something bigger can improve your overall wellness. If you’ve got a child looking to join a team, take a look at our Youth Basketball League!

Today’s offering is designed to get you active outside! Registration is now open for Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District’s Smart Cycling Class featuring hands-on instruction by Nick Esser, certified League of American Bicyclists instructor, to educate riders about biking safely and sharing the road. The class covers the ABCs of cycling, including proper helmet usage, bike handling skills, and more, to empower cyclists of all levels, from beginners to experienced riders, with practical tools and confidence to navigate the roads safely. The class will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 9:00am to 12:30pm at 4201 Guardian Street in Simi Valley. Pre-registration is required, and a $5 supply fee will be collected at the door. Register at www.rsrpd.org today!

A Board of Directors meeting will be held today, September 4th at 6:30pm at the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Activity Center (4201 Guardian St., Simi Valley, 93063).
There are multiple ways you may attend, participate or view a Board Meeting including in person, via Zoom or telephone, as well as view via YouTube.
For meeting schedules, agendas, reports and additional information please visit www.rsrpd.org and click "Current Board Agenda/Packet" on the homepage.

Coming soon, register now!

September is National Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. To help do our part to bring awareness to this topic through positive mental health, Rancho Simi will be highlighting some new programs and activities to enjoy this fall. Over the next four weeks, our campaign will highlight some positive ways to get out, get moving, and prioritize mental health in everyday life.

Happy Labor Day! As a reminder, our Recreation Centers will be closed today, we will be re-open our normal business hours tomorrow. Have a fun, safe holiday!

Oak Park, head on over to the Oak Park Community Center and grab the latest issue of the Recreation Brochure. There are all sorts of wonderful classes from Tot through 50+! If you’d like to see the digital brochure, check out https://online.flippingbook.com/view/543156395/8/ ! Registration is open at rsrpd.org

Youth Basketball registration is coming soon! Don’t forget to head over to rsrpd.org on September 1st and get your child signed up! There are leagues for ages 4-14. Sign up before the price goes up on October 11th!

Let’s celebrate some Employees of the Month! This month we recognize Santiago Jimenez and Aidan Hansen. Santiago is currently serving as our Interim Crew Leader, and Aidan is a Pool Manager. Join us in congratulating them both for their hard work!

Mark your calendars, the Fall registration for Adult Softball opens in two days! Space is limited, so don’t miss your chance to get in the game!

A Board of Directors meeting will be held today, August 21st, at 6:30pm at the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Activity Center (4201 Guardian St., Simi Valley, 93063).
There are multiple ways you may attend, participate or view a Board Meeting including in person, via Zoom or telephone, as well as view via YouTube.
For meeting schedules, agendas, reports and additional information please visit www.rsrpd.org and click “Current Board Agenda/Packet” on the homepage.

This Sunday is the day! Join us at the Rancho Santa Susana Community Center for Wheels in Motion! Classic Car Show, Power Wheels Race, Touch A Truck, and much more! The weather is going to be perfect, so come on out and enjoy all things with wheels!

This Fall, prioritize your wellness with classes in Oak Park! With a wide range of exercise and stretching including Gentle Yoga, Meditation, Tai Chi, and more, there’s something for everyone! Follow the QR code or visit rsrpd.org to register today!

Join us for the final Music in the Park event of the summer! We’ll see you at Rancho Simi Community Park this Saturday for the greatest Queen tribute around, Queen Nation !

Back to School means a change in schedule for Mobile Rec. Here’s where we’ll be and when we’ll be there!

Join us for a wonderful Garden Therapy workshop on August 24th! In this session participants will get an opportunity to create a beautiful succulent wreath! Pre-registration is required at rsrpd.org .

Oak Park! The Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District will host another Oak Park Community Engagement Session tonight to provide Oak Park residents with the opportunity to offer input, receive information, and collaborate on District operations in the Oak Park area.
Oak Park Community Engagement Sessions began in April and will continue through the end of 2024 on the second Thursday of every other month from 4:30pm to 6:00pm at the Oak Park Community Center located at 1000 North Kanan Road. The final session will take place on November 14th. Tonight’s session will take place in the OPCC Nature Center.
District representatives will be available to receive input regarding park and recreation projects, programs, and other items of interest to the Oak Park community.

A Board of Directors meeting will be held today, August 7th, at 6:30pm at the Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Activity Center (4201 Guardian St., Simi Valley, 93063).
There are multiple ways you may attend, participate or view a Board Meeting including in person, via Zoom or telephone, as well as view via YouTube.
For meeting schedules, agendas, reports and additional information please visit www.rsrpd.org and click “Current Board Agenda/Packet” on the homepage.

We still have a couple spots left! If you’re looking for a phenomenal program for your 4 year old this fall, sign up now for Miss Jenny & Crew’s SEE Me Program.
Monthly fee is $244 + a one time $50 non refundable registration fee. Register at rsrpd.org today!

Come see us at National Night Out at the Simi Valley Police Department from now until 8:00 tonight! Our Rangers are passing out Junior Park Ranger stickers, Trail Guides, Recreation Brochures, and more!

Register now! The Fall Activity Guide is live and you can sign up for some great Recreation programs in Simi Valley and Oak Park at rsrpd.org!

This Friday, head over to Rancho Madera Park and enjoy our final free Movie in the Park of the Summer! We’ll be showing Trolls: Band Together, movie starts at dusk, pre-movie activities begin at 6:30pm.

Send off Summer with a Splash! It may be “Back to School” soon, but that won’t stop us from one more day of fun at the Rancho Simi Pool. Register now for our End of Summer Pool Party on Saturday, August 10, from 12:00pm – 3:00pm. Event details can be found on the Aquatics portion of our website at rsrpd.org

World Ranger Day was yesterday, so let’s celebrate those that keep our Parks safe! We salute those that patrol our parks, enforce ordinance, interact with the community, and much more. Thank you to all of our rangers!

Today is International Lifeguard Day! Let’s take a moment to thank these incredible individuals for their hard work, lifesaving skills, and unwavering commitment to safety. We are truly grateful for everything you do to make our time by the water fun and safe.

At our last Board Meeting, we had the great pleasure of honoring this month’s Full Time Employee of the Month, Erin Pierik! Erin is our wonderful Recreation Coordinator responsible for all of the awesome activities at the Rancho Simi Pool. As you can see, her fantastic staff came out to join in on the celebration. Join us in congratulating Erin!!

Our Coed Youth Volleyball League is right around the corner! If you’ve got a child grade 2nd through 8th who wants to learn the sport in a positive environment, this is the perfect league! Registration begins August 1st, and if you come on board as one of our approved coaches, you’ll receive 50% off your child’s registration fee. Visit rsrpd.org to sign up!

There’s still time to register! Join us this Saturday for another great outdoor program as we cover ways to protect your home and neighborhood during fire season. It’s free, and you can register at rsrpd.org now!