CRPD is governed by a directly elected Board of five Directors who generally meet twice per month. The meetings are open to the public; you are welcome to attend any time. The Board discusses the budget during April, May, and June. We value your input before or during these meetings. If you have any questions, send us an email or give us a call. We have lots of information about our parks and recreation programs. Regular board meetings are held at 6:00pm twice per month on Thursday evenings at the Hillcrest Center, 403 W. Hillcrest Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360. Please check our website calendar for specific dates.
Doug Nickles, Chair Division 2
Began serving Dec 2018
Current: Dec 2022 - Nov 2026
Email: [email protected] Bio
Nellie Cusworth, Vice-Chair Division 3
Began serving Dec 2018
Current: Dec 2022 - Nov 2026
Email: [email protected] Bio
Chuck Huffer, Director
Division 1
Began serving Nov 2012
Current Term: Dec 2024 - Nov 2028
Email: [email protected] Bio
Marissa Buss, Director Division 4
Began serving Dec 2022
Current: Dec 2022 - Nov 2026
Email: [email protected] Bio
Ashley Orozco, Director
Division 5
Began serving Dec 2024
Current: Dec 2024 - Nov 2028
Email: [email protected]
In compliance with California State Legislature Bill AB 1509, copies of CRPD's Elected Officials' Statement of Economic Interests - Form 700 - may be obtained at the County Of Ventura Office at 800 S. Victoria Ave. Ventura, CA 93009. For more information, please visit the Fair Political Practices Commission website at fppc.ca.gov/Form700.html.
Conejo Recreation and Park District elections are in November of even-numbered years and are consolidated with the General Election. Board members are elected at large to staggered 4-year terms.
For general questions about the election, please contact the Ventura County Clerk and Recorder Elections Division at 805-654-2664. You may also visit the website VenturaVote.org for further information.
For answers to specific questions about a position on the CRPD Board of Directors, please call General Manager, Jim Friedl at 805-495-6471.
By-Division Elections
At a January 19, 2023 Board of Directors meeting, CRPD Board of Directors voted 5/0 for division map #110 which will start being used in the November 2024 by-division elections. Click here to view mapÂ
More information on the districting process can be found here: www.drawconejo.org
Anyone wishing to speak regarding an item on the agenda or on a subject within the District's jurisdiction during the Public Comments portion of the agenda must file a Public Speaker Card with the secretary before that portion of the agenda is called. Persons addressing the Board of Directors are requested to state their name and city of residence for the record. Anyone wishing to submit a written statement to the Board of Directors is requested to fill out a Written Statement Card and give it to the secretary. Under state law, issues presented or introduced under "Public Comments" can have no action and will be referred to the General Manager for administrative action or scheduled on a subsequent agenda.
Staff reports and background information on material to be considered by the Board of Directors will be available at the meeting or the Conejo Recreation & Park District offices at 403 W. Hillcrest Dr, between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday thru Friday. Packets are also available at Grant R. Brimhall Library and Newbury Park Branch Library. For more information, call 805-495-6471.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, upon request, the agenda documents in the agenda packet can be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, or if special assistance is needed to participate in this meeting, please contact Administrator, Parks and Planning, 805-495-6471. A 48-hour notification will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the meeting or materials.
Board of Directors Meeting Schedule
Regular board meetings are held on designated Thursdays at the Hillcrest Center Community Room, located at 403 W Hillcrest Dr in Thousand Oaks. This calendar may be modified by the Board of Directors during the year; please check back frequently for possible updates. Meetings begin at 6:00pm unless noted.
Inspired by Vietnam War Memorial's architect Maya Lin's Peace Chapel, the Gratitude Circle is a 30-foot diameter circle of natural stones set into grade at a height to allow seating and incised at the cardinal points by steel panels with space to acknowledge the generosity of financial donors to Play Conejo. Prominently located at Conejo Recreation and Park District's most popular park, Conejo Creek North, the Gratitude Circle is a simple, natural, and utilitarian improvement to the facility.
The Gratitude Circle is a way for people to recognize and show their appreciation for those individuals, businesses, or other entities, who have made a positive impact on their lives and have supported endeavors that make life in the Conejo Valley so special.
Honor or memorialize a loved one, couple, or family.
Recognize your employees.
Show your gratitude for our parks & recreation programs.
Celebrate a special mentor or teacher.
Congratulate a special person, business, or agency for an outstanding achievement.
The possibilities are endless!
There are several donation levels on which patrons can contribute.
LEVELS
DONATION
Friends
$500-$999
Explorers
$1,000-$2,499
Trailblazers
$2,500-$4,999
Visionaries
$5,000 & above
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Plaques allow for your name and/or a message of up to three lines.
There is a maximum of 18 characters per line.
All text is uppercase and centered.
A proof will be sent to you for approval prior to publishing.
Every year, the Board of Directors of the Conejo Recreation & Park District honor local businesses and individuals who have made a significant contribution of time, effort, or energy on behalf of recreation and parks in the Conejo Valley. The ceremony takes place each May at the Gratitude Circle at Conejo Creek North Park.
Our programs are offered year-round and are taught by American Red Cross certified and trained instructors.
Completion of class does not guarantee advancement to the next level. For children under 5 who are just learning to swim, a minimum of two sessions of repeated lessons is recommended. Children under 8 may need additional practice before mastering each level of swimming which may take several sessions before moving to the next level.
We do not offer make-up lessons unless canceled by Conejo Recreation & Park District. A full description of the refund policy can be found at the bottom of your receipt or by visiting our REFUND INFO & FAQ.Â
Please utilize the Special Accommodations option for individuals who may need additional assistance to enhance your swimmer's learning experience.
Read each description carefully and select an appropriate level by ability and not age. If your child does not meet the minimum or maximum age requirements, please give our officE a call at 805-241-0894.
Parent and Child (Ages 6 months – 3 years)
Introduces participants and their guardians’ skills to get acclimated to an aquatic environment. Learn skills in self-guided practice with your child through songs, toys, and games. Practice movements on front and back, changing positions, submerging, entering, and exiting the pool. One guardian is required to be in the water during this course. This course is offered in group instruction only.
Tiny Tot Seals (Ages 2.5 – 3.5 years)
If this is your child is under the age of 3, we recommend at least one session of Parent/Child. Introduces movement along the wall, blowing bubbles, breath-holding, kicking, floating, arm strokes, and under water exploration. Participants should be comfortable in shallow water and can follow verbal cues. This course is offered in semi-private instruction only.
Polliwogs (Ages 3.5 - 5 years)
Builds on skills from Tiny Tots, moving into deeper water. Improve arm/leg movements, gliding, and floating. Introduces swimming with assistance with an emphasis on underwater exploration. Participants must be able to hang on the wall without letting go, follow verbal directions, and blow bubbles at the surface of the water. This course is offered in semi-private instruction only.
Seals (Ages 4 - 7 years)
Builds on skills from Polliwogs, continuing work on simultaneous leg/arm movements, improving floating, and gliding on front/back with limited assistance. Introduces swimming at the surface of the water without assistance. Participants must be able to submerge their head fully under water. This course is offered in group and semi-private instruction.
Dolphins (Ages 4 – 8 years)
Builds on skills from Seals, continuing to swim without assistance at the surface of the water. Focuses on freestyle arm/leg movements with rhythmic breathing and floating at the surface of the water unassisted. Introduces elementary backstroke and survival swimming. This course is offered in group and semi-private instruction.
Otters (Ages 5 – 10 years)
Builds on skills from Dolphins, emphasizes strength, endurance, and coordination of freestyle. Introduces backstroke, breaststroke, and treading water. Participants should be comfortable swimming at the surface of the water for at least 15 yards with rhythmic breathing then roll into a back float unassisted. This course is offered in group and semi-private instruction.
Stingrays (Ages 5 – 12 years)
Builds on skills from Otters, with extended instruction in the coordination of freestyle, backstroke, and treading water. Introduces the breaststroke and the butterfly kick. Participants must be able to swim 25-yards of freestyle (with side breathing) and backstroke. This course is offered in group and semi-private instruction.
Barracudas (Ages 6 – 12 years)
Builds on skills from Stingrays, with extended instruction in the coordination of breaststroke and butterfly. Focuses on endurance, stroke development, starts, and finishes. Introduces intervals, flip turns, and circle swimming. Participants must be able to swim 50-yards of freestyle (with side breathing), backstroke and breaststroke. This course is offered in group and semi-private instruction.
Sharks (Ages 10 – 14 years)
Participants in this course are ready for the Swim Team and need stroke refinement and endurance training. Should be able to comfortably swim 50- yards each of all four competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). This class is not offered every season and is held in semi-private instruction only.
Private Instruction (Ages 2.5+)
One participant to one instructor, designed around the individual’s swimming ability, needs, and level. All private instructions can be converted into semi-private instruction if both participants are around the same swimming ability. Private Instructions are limited and fill quickly. For any cancellations, we call off the waitlist.
Adult Beginner (Ages 18+)
This class offers a chance for participants to reach their swimming goals in a fun, motivating, and safe environment. This class is geared towards beginners and should not be taken by individuals who have advanced swimming experience. Learn how to effectively overcome your fear of water by learning the basics of floating, breathing, and kicking. Introduces the fundamentals of survival stroke with skills and drills to practice individually. This class is not offered every season and is held in semi-private instruction only.
SPECIALTY CLASSESÂ
 CRPD Swim Team (Ages 8+)
The CRPD Swim Team is a novice team that prepares athletes for competition by focusing on speed, endurance, refining strokes, and physical conditioning. Workouts are structured by age and ability providing workouts in a fun and collaborative social setting for all athletes. Swimmers must be proficient in the following to be eligible for the CPRD Swim Team:
Freestyle for 50 Yards - Child can demonstrate correct reaching arms, fast kicks, and side breathing, using streamline off the wall.
Backstroke for 50 Yards - Child can demonstrate correct straight arms, fast flutter kicks, using streamline off the wall.
Breaststroke for 25 Yards - Child can demonstrate correct breaststroke arms alternating with breaststroke kick (not scissor kick), breathing during the pull.
Butterfly Kick for 15 Yards (Dolphin Kick) - Child can kick with legs together, toes pointed, kicking from the hips (not the knees).
Tread Water for 1 Minute - Child can stay afloat using sculling arms, and legs keeping their head above water without touching the bottom or wall.
Demonstrate Tuck/Pike Surface Dive - Child can front float at surface then bring body into Tuck or Pike position with head down, and swim headfirst to the bottom.
While some equipment is provided for swim workouts, participants are required to supply their own swimsuit, goggles, towels, and swim fins. A CRPD Swim Team swim cap will be provided on the first day of practice. Search course number C800 for more detailed information.
Homeschool Swim Team (Ages 8+)
The Homeschool Swim Team provides opportunities for local homeschools to meet and train in a fun and team-oriented environment. Learn effective and efficient turns, starts, and finishes for all four competitive strokes. Practice drills and swim sets tailored to individual levels and endurance. Athletes should be able to swim 25-yards of freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke comfortably. This class should not be taken by swimmers that do not know how to swim or are uncomfortable in the water. This class is not offered every season. Search course number C803 for more detailed information.
Stroke Technique and Workout (Ages 14+)
Improve stroke technique, endurance, and confidence in the water. Instructed by experienced swim instructors and coaches. Learn how to swim faster with less effort in a small group setting at your own pace. This course is offered in group instruction only. Search course number C805 for more detailed information.
Intro to Water Polo (Ages 8+)
This course offers an introductory lesson into the sport of water polo. Introduces the fundamental skills, techniques, rules, and excitement of the sport. Taught by collegiate and area coaches. This class is held in 7-12 feet of water. Participants must be able to swim 50 yards (2 lengths) of a competition pool comfortably with rotary breathing. Participants should also be knowledgeable in the Back and Breast strokes. No previous water polo experience is needed. This class is not offered every season. Search course number C801 for more detailed information.
Water Aerobic Workout – Deep Water (Ages 18+)
This class offers a conventional workout using the power of water and your body. Learn how great it feels to work hard in the water without it feeling like a workout. Low impact exercises taught by a seasoned and experienced water aerobics instructor to workout problem muscle and joint areas. Search course number C802 for more detailed information.
Noodle Aerobic Workout – Shallow Water (Ages 18+)
Explore the versatility of a pool noodle while improving core, strength, flexibility, balance, range of motion and proper form. Exercises in shallow water with movements from yoga, Pilates, ballet, and more. Gentle on the joints ideal for participants with arthritis. Search course number C802 for more detailed information.
Water Aerobic Workout – Shallow Water (Ages 18+)
This class is full of fun and energizing activities designed to help you reach your fitness goals. The exercises are performed in water that is chest deep and no swimming skills are needed to participate. The class utilizes different exercises and routines coupled with mild aerobics, all at the pace and comfort level of everyone. Search course number C804 for more detailed information.
Water Walkers Workout – Shallow Water (Ages 18+)
This class offers a conventional workout using the power of water and your body as you walk and jog. The low impact exercises are performed in shallow water and no swimming skills are needed to participate. The purpose of the class is to improve flexibility, range of motion, strength, muscle tone and cardiovascular endurance while using the resistance of the water to cushion the feet, knees and back. Search course number C804 for more detailed information.
Springboard Diving (Ages 7-17)
Introduces fundamentals of competitive springboard diving to beginners while intermediate divers refine their skills. Get coached at your level in a small and controlled group setting by the current Cal Lutheran University Dive Coach. Dive class participants must successfully execute basic skills before moving on to more advanced skills. All participants must be able to swim 25-yards freestyle and perform a dive from the edge of the pool. This class is not offered every season. Search course number 3409 for more detailed information.
Aquatic Summer Fun Camp (Ages 8-12)
Have fun in the sun at the Community Pool at CLU with other youth from the community. Receive daily swim instruction in all four competitive strokes. Introduction to the sports of Water Polo and Springboard Diving is also included. Take daily hikes, play interactive games, and end the day in the pool. Light snacks are provided throughout the day. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards (one length of a competitive pool) unassisted and without rest. This camp is not offered every season. Search course number 3415 for more detailed information.
Inspired by Vietnam War Memorial's architect Maya Lin's Peace Chapel, the Gratitude Circle is a 30-foot diameter circle of natural stones set into grade at a height to allow seating and incised at the cardinal points by steel panels with space to acknowledge the generosity of financial donors to Play Conejo. Prominently located at Conejo Recreation and Park District's most popular park, Conejo Creek North, the Gratitude Circle is a simple, natural, and utilitarian improvement to the facility.
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