The Salvation Army Kroc Center

Products And Services

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  Membership

  Becoming a member the San Diego Kroc Center is much more than signing up for a health club or wellness center. This is a place where you will feel welcomed and supported no matter what your physical, educational or social goals. Every person in our community is a critical component to the Kroc Center. Day passes are also available.

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  Scholarship Program & Family Resource Center

  Kroc Center Scholarship Program and Family Resource Center How to Apply for a Kroc Center Scholarship Kroc Center scholarships are available for qualified community members in San Diego County. Funding is limited. 1. Fill out eligibility form Click here to download or pick one up at the Family Resource Center. 2. Choose which type of scholarship you wish to apply for and fill out the designated REQUIRED application (choose one): Membership: Youth, Teen, Family, Single Parent Family, Adult, Senior (Gold and Silver options available) Click here to download Program: Aquatics, sports, dance, theatre, music, ice Click here to download Day Camp: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter Click here to download Fall Winter Registration Form 3. Provide eligibility documentation The following documents are required for all members living in the residence (including roommates, extended family and non-family members): Identification for all members of the household Photo ID required for all adults Shot records or birth certificates will serve as proof for children Current proof of gross income for all members of the household (one month’s pay stubs, TANF/Calworks Notice of Action, child support statement, Social Security benefits statement, disability incomes, educational class schedule verification/financial aid statement, cash aid, student loans, college financial aid, food stamps award letter, unemployment benefits statement, alimony, child support income, Section 8 rent portion letter, etc.) Attach all household income verification documents to your completed application. Address verification (a recent utility bill) 4. Return your completed application with attached IDS, utility bill and household income verification to the Family Resource Center Monday–Friday between 8AM-noon and 1-4:30 PM You must turn in your application with original signature in person a minimum of four weeks before the class starts to determine eligibility. 5. Approval process If you qualify for a scholarship, a member of our Family Resources staff will contact you about the price you will pay. Payment must be received by due date on the voucher or you will forfeit the scholarship. 6. If your application is denied you will be sent a letter in the mail. Family Resource Center Services Emergency Services Individuals and families residing within the Kroc Center’s service area that find themselves in emergency situations may request assistance in the form of food boxes, clothing vouchers for interview clothes, children’s pajamas, diapers, household items, personal hygiene items, and domestic phone cards. Eligibility guidelines apply. Services may have limited availability. Case Management All Family Resource Center services are provided through supportive resource and referral case management. Applicants for services will meet with FRC associates for a comprehensive assessment to build upon strengths and assets and assist with meeting identified areas of need. To schedule a case management appointment, please call 619.269.1430. You must have an updated case management file. Additional Services The Family Resource Center offers free information and referrals, discounted California ID Cards and enrollment in SDG&E’s Neighbor-to-Neighbor Energy Assistance Program. We also offer referral to ESL and parenting classes. Food Pantry A food box and produce are given to clients with updated files on the 2nd and 4th Thursday and Friday of the month. Clients must have an updated file in order to receive food and may come one time per month. Thursdays are from 8:30AM-noon and Fridays from 1-4PM. Food Distribution Calendar Crisis Hotline If you are in crisis and need to speak to someone immediately, please contact the Access and Crisis Hotline (24 hours a day/7 days a week) at 1-800-479-3339. If you have a medical or psychiatric emergency, please call 911. USDA Summer Food Program Free meals for children under 18 will be served from 11:30AM- 1:30PM Monday through Friday during the summer months at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Education Garden, 6845 University Ave. There are no income requirements or registration. Lunch for adults is available for purchase. For more information, call 619.269.1540. Christmas Assistance Current Family Resource Center clients may apply for Christmas assistance in the form of toys and food boxes until September 1. Christmas assistance is also extended to qualified families at Fay, Clay, Rolando, Rolando Park, and Vista La Mesa elementary schools. Eligible families will receive applications through their respective schools. The general community can call 211 San Diego for additional referrals. For more information, please call 619.269.1430.

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  Athletics

  Kroc Youth Sports Leagues Keep your kids active after school! The Kroc Center’s co-ed youth basketball, soccer, and flag football leagues are designed to help improve sports skills while emphasizing fun, sportsmanship, teamwork, and determined play. Players will be split up into four different teams within their respective age-groups. Competitive balance will be sought while creating each team. Get Climbing The Salvation Army Kroc Center’s climbing tower is tucked away on the recreation field walkway and has six tracks of varying difficulty. Routes Spice up your climbing. In order to make the rockwall more exciting, the rock wall team will be adding a variety of courses in the upcoming months. Ask our staff to discover more about this fun program! Public sessions included in Kroc Day Pass admission Tiny Tikes TINY TIKES YOGA Tiny Tikes Yoga teaches children developmentally appropriate yoga poses, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques. This program will incorporate lessons in creativity, self-acceptance, interpersonal skills, and positive thinking. Parents are welcomed as participants and must be present during class. TINY TIKES SPORTS Athletic based movement activities tailored for younger children. Parents are welcomed as participants, and each day focuses on creating a safe, fun environment where children can learn vital developmental skills. TINY TIKES SPLASH Aquatic based activities tailored for younger children. Parents are welcomed as participants, and each day focuses on creating a safe, fun environment where children can learn vital developmental skills. Martial Arts KARATE The Kroc Center offers Karate in the Traditional style Cuong Nhu Oriental Martial Arts. Cuong Nhu is a martial art that blends the basic elements of a number of different styles. Cuong Nhu students explore not just technical, but also mental and spiritual aspects of training. TAE KWON DO This class is designed to offer a challenging aerobic workout while learning traditional Tae Kwon Do techniques and forms. Self defense, long staff and short sticks are included in the workouts. Intended for people looking for a physically and mentally challenging experience.

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  Aquatics

  Aquatics at the Kroc Talk about a wet and wild experience when you come swimming at The Kroc! Whether you're a competitive athlete or just like to wade, we've got something for everyone! What's in store? Well, the aquatics center offers group and private swim lessons, a masters program, lap and recreation swimming and diving, aquatics based group exercise classes, and is home pool for the College Area Swim Team (CAST). Our aquatics department, complete with American Red Cross Certified lifeguards and trained swim lesson instructors, are dedicated to providing quality classes and training no matter your age or ability. Learn to Swim! Learning how to swim is a critical component of every child's development. At the Kroc Center, swim lesson students are moved through five progressive levels of swim lessons as they accomplish new skills and abilities. Our instructors make swimming lessons fun and help students develop both swimming skills and self confidence.

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  Ice Arena

  Learn to Skate at the Kroc Kroc Center Ice Skating School offers year-round introductory ice skating, figure skating, and hockey skating classes for children and adults of all ability levels. Our curriculum is based on the Ice Skating Institute’s (ISI) weSKATE program and is taught by professional ISI certified instructors. Each session consists of seven, 30-minute classes with one class each week. New Skating School students must enroll in person at the ice arena and will receive a personal Skater Card for check in. Classes also include free, unlimited public skating for current students. Youth Hockey Ages 6 – 14 Our mission is to assist in developing character through exposure to hockey. All learn to play hockey programs and recreational in-house leagues are taught by USA Hockey certified coaches. Learn to Play Ice Hockey With our Learn to Play programs for youth, participants will develop skating skills and learn the game. Skating is the core skill in hockey and is emphasized in all our programs. Certified USA Hockey coaches teach all classes. All youth hockey skating participants must complete Beginning Skate to enroll. Youth Hockey Leagues Recreational in-House hockey played under the auspices of USA Hockey Rules & Regulations. Practices are held at the Kroc Center and games are played against local teams in the San Diego Metro Area. Adult Hockey Leagues Ages 18+ With six divisions (novice-advanced) adult hockey is available for almost anyone with some hockey experience. The Kroc Center Ice Arena runs three adult hockey league seasons annually. All players and goalies must have current annual USA Hockey registration. All games played under the auspices of USA Hockey Rules & Regulations. Drop-in Hockey The Kroc Center Ice Arena offers weekly adult pick-up hockey for ages 18 and up, and skate and shoot sessions for all ages. Both recreational sessions are first come, first served. Full equipment is required. Figure Skating Specialty classes and sessions are available for advanced skaters to have an opportunity to work on specific aspects of figure skating. All skaters are welcome to join the Skating Team, regardless freestyle sessions are designed for high level figure skating practice only and each session is limited to 30 skaters. Additionally, the Kroc Center Ice Skating Team offers individual skaters the opportunity to belong to a peer group that promotes and loves ice skating. All skaters are welcome to join, regardless of age or skating level. Skating Team members are invited to participate in-house competitions annually.

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  Day Camp

  Join the Fun! The Kroc Center Day Camp program provides children of all ability levels the opportunity to play and grow in a positive and safe atmosphere. Motivated by God's love, our program strives to develop the whole child-within their environment-to help them grow physically, mentally and socially. Each week is packed with fun games and activities! Our American Camp Association Accredited day camps offer athletic and cultural activities in our unique venues. Day campers enjoy making new friends as they develop skills, increase values, and learn about teamwork and leadership. Kroc Adventures Kroc Adventures explores every area of The Salvation Army Kroc Center and offers a variety of age-appropriate recreational activities. Daily outings may include recreational field and gymnasium activities, swimming, traditional sports, arts and crafts, ice-skating, and rock climbing.

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  Music & Arts

  Music The Kroc Center Music Department offers private and group classes in piano, brass, and music theory. Our instructors are professional musicians with years of experience teaching and performing, and they use standard curriculum that meets San Diego School Board guidelines. Kroc music lessons and class prices are significantly lower than any other music school around and our students participate in various recitals throughout the year. Dance & Gymnastics The Kroc Center’s talented and dedicated staff has designed programs for dance and gymnastics students to explore all levels of their chosen disciplines through exercises in movement, strength, and rhythm. Classes are also offered for adult dancers interested in ballet. Junior Theatre at The Kroc Your child can be a star at the Joan B. Kroc Theatre! Our theatre is home to the Kroc Kids Jr. Theatre Company, a performing arts group that produces two shows annually and nurtures the aspiring actor in any child who wishes to participate. The theatre space is also available for use by local groups and organizations. Fine Arts at the Kroc The Kroc Center not only wants to help children make memories, we want to help them make artwork they can be proud of. We offer a variety of fine art programs to give budding artists of all ages to chance to explore painting, drawing, and more!

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  Preschool

  RJ's Preschool Academy Infant Care ​8 weeks to 12 months RJ’s Preschool Academy understands the importance of a nurturing environment that promotes development and discovery for infants. With that in mind, our infant care program is focused on creating a warm, supportive relationship between care giver and infant to promote sound emotional development. We focus on sensory development; tactile, audio/visual activities; singing and storytelling. Free play, manipulative toys and age-appropriate art activities promote self-discovery, socialization, imagination and creativity. Our infant program allows for individual schedules, fashioned by the parents and infants themselves. Waddler Care 12 months to 24 months Waddlers are transitioning from babies to toddlers. During this crucial time of brain development, amazing changes begin to happen including talking, walking and remembering. At RJ’s Preschool Academy, we have a curriculum designed to nurture and guide Waddler’s need for independence and safe exploration, as they begin to imitate and pretend play. At this age children understand 10 times more than they can speak, and our staff is sympathetic to the frustrations that come along with that. Waddlers are encouraged to free play, and structure is introduced with the inclusion of teacher directed art projects and themed lessons. Preschool Ages 24 months to 5 years RJ’s Preschool Academy is a Christian Preschool dedicated to providing quality early childhood education to prepare children for Kindergarten and beyond. It’s purpose is to Encourage Discovery, Equip for Growth and Engage in Prayer. RJ’s Preschool offers innovative curriculum models generously provided by The Ellen Browning Scripps Foundation, that help children learn to read and write including the Handwriting Without Tears writing program and Zoo Phonics. Potty training and annual hearing and vision tests are also offered. The unique preschool campus offers unparalleled opportunities for children to explore their skills and potential.

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  Rentals & Parties

  Banquets at the Kroc Center Planning a corporate meeting, sales retreat, awards banquet, community event, party, shower, conference, seminar or fundraiser? Want to create your own package? Whether you want to entertain or educate, the Kroc Center’s expert staff will work to meet your needs and provide a truly memorable and cost-effective event. Gymnasium A multi-use center, this 56,000 square-foot building contains an NBA regulation sized basketball court, and is ideally suited for volleyball, basketball, gymnastics, and badminton. The gymnasium is also a great venue for other tournaments, showcases and sporting events. Ice Arena The Kroc Center Ice Arena is the only ice arena centrally located in the heart of San Diego. An NHL regulation sized ice surface with year-round programs. Private ice rentals are available only during late spring/summer months and late December ($1 million group liability insurance required). Fees are nonrefundable and due in full three weeks in advance. Aquatics Center The Aquatics Center boasts three pools: 25 meter x 25 yard short course competition pool, recreation pool, indoor warm water therapy pool, and is a beautiful venue for pool parties, and swim and water sport tournaments. Outdoor Spaces Our 55,000 square-foot recreation field is located in the heart of the Kroc Center campus and is a great venue for soccer, flag football and other outdoor sports. The field is also bordered on the south by a team building challenge course consisting of several low and high rope course elements, and a 30-foot tall rock-climbing tower. Team Building Challenge Courses Located on the south end of the recreation field, our ropes course offers a perfect opportunity for team building. Our course presents challenges that give groups an opportunity to work together and achieve shared success.

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  Worship

  Welcome to Kroc Center Ministries At Kroc Center Ministries, we don't gather to put on a show or impress one another. We strive to be honest about who we are, and our goal is to simply glorify God with our lives; it is the grace of God that motivates us. We hope to point our community to Jesus. Kroc Center Ministries is simply a group of people with a common desire to follow and love Jesus. Being part of The Salvation Army Kroc Center allows us a number of different ways to create community. It doesn't matter who you are or where you find yourself in life, if you want to get closer to Jesus and you want to build Christian community, we would love to have you join us. Children's Ministry NURSERY Ages 0-2 Room 162, 10AM Nursery care is provided for babies. We have a pager system, which alerts parents as to whether their child needs a diaper change or a hug. Nursery care allows parents to relax and enjoy the Word of God without any interruptions.. WIGGLIN' WORSHIP Ages 3-5 Room 160, 10AM Wigglin’ Worship provides a safe and comfortable place for parents to leave their infants and toddlers as they have their time of worship. Through simple stories, music and fun age-appropriate play, infants and toddlers learn how much God loves them, and how easy it is for them to love Him back. We invite you, as parents of an infant or toddler, to visit Wigglin’ worship at any time. KROC KIDS Ages 6-11 Room 155 After praise and worship, the children are dismissed to Jr. Church, where they will be given the chance to discover God’s Plan for their lives. Through our fun, bold, and relevant approach to teaching, kids will build lasting friendships with God, their church family, and their community. Weekly meet ups for any age! Growth Groups provide an environment designed to inspire and connect like-minded individuals as they share their love of Jesus through fellowship, discipleship, and worship. Discipleship Classes, Ages 12+ Women’s Ministries, Women 18+ Celebrate Recovery SPEAKERS MEETING Mondays, 6:30PM Multipurpose Room This one hour service features uplifting live worship music, celebrations of victories over past hurts, hang-ups, and habits, and relevant teaching on how to live a life of victory. Free childcare is available, as well as a youth-oriented component, promoting healthy lifestyles and good habit reinforcement. Dinner is available for $2, an hour before each meeting. OPEN SHARE GROUPS Mondays, 7:15PM Men- Room 161 Women -Fireside Room We offer a variety of gender-specific groups to address issues related to chemical dependency. First-time guests are always welcome; new groups are added according to both expressed need and qualified leaders. Music Ministry The Salvation Army has a rich musical history, using its brass bands to serve as an instrument to proclaim the Christian gospel. We at the Kroc Center welcome all ages and skill levels to participate in our free brass programs to help us continue to carry on the tradition of The Salvation Army. Troops Girl Guards, Sunbeams and Adventure Corps Ages 1st grade-6th grade (boys and girls) Our troops/scouting programs are similar to Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Children learn about a variety of subjects and earn emblems (badges) upon successful completion of the lessons. The goal is to aid in the growth of young men and women in regards to their physical, mental, and spiritual needs in a safe, organized, and fun faith-based program. Guiding Light Biblical Support for Men, Women, and Families is now available in 40-minute sessions in The Family Resource Center. We welcome our community to take advantage of these free life-coaching opportunities for those in need. Visit with our Ministry Support Team to discuss current happenings in your life and how you can shape a new future.

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