# Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine, Recreation Park Community Center

> Martial arts class · Recreation Park, Long Beach. The City of Long Beach's parks and recreation department. Its free after-school program runs at 17 neighborhood parks on school days, alongside fee-based youth classes and sports.
- Ages: 4–12
- Price: From $95/term
- Sign-up: Registration open
- Address: 4900 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA 90804
- Website: https://www.longbeach.gov/park/
- Phone: (562) 570-3150
- Email: LBParks@longbeach.gov
- On Summerground: https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-recreation-park
- Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine’s other locations: [Admiral Kidd Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-admiral-kidd-park.md), [Bixby Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-bixby-park.md), [Cal Heights Music, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-cal-heights-music.md), [Cesar Chavez Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-chavez-park.md), [College Estates Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-college-estates-park.md), [Coolidge Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-coolidge-park.md), [Drake Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-drake-park.md), [El Dorado Park West, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-el-dorado-park-west.md), [Heartwell Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-heartwell-park.md), [Houghton Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-houghton-park.md), [Jammin' Music, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-jammin-music.md), [Leeway Sailing Center, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-leeway-sailing-center.md), [MacArthur Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-macarthur-park.md), [Martin Luther King Jr. Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-king-park.md), [McBride Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-mcbride-park.md), [Orizaba Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-orizaba-park.md), [Pan American Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-pan-american-park.md), [Ramona Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-ramona-park.md), [Scherer Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-scherer-park.md), [Seaside Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-seaside-park.md), [Silverado Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-silverado-park.md), [Somerset Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-somerset-park.md), [Stearns Champions Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-stearns-park.md), [Veterans Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-veterans-park.md), [Wardlow Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-wardlow-park.md), [Whaley Park, Long Beach](https://summerground.com/long-beach/long-beach-parks-recreation-and-marine-whaley-park.md)

## Shotokan Karate at Recreation and Drake Parks

Ages 5–12 · $95/term

This traditional Japanese Karate retains all traditions of ancient art. The philosophy and rules of Karate will help children develop a better form of discipline and respect. Consistent training helps students become stronger and develop more confidence. Karate will teach students the customs and courtesies of the Japanese culture. Runs in several short sessions this fall; dates vary by class time.

- Wednesdays & Fridays, 5:30–7pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 2 – Nov 27, 2026

- Series of 9 classes.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/lbparks/activity/search/detail/61052?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Reading Development, K-2

Ages 4–8 · $109/term

Individualized reading work on comprehension, vocabulary, spelling and fluency. Teachers test each student first; a $20 testing and material fee applies.

- Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30–4:25pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 28 – Nov 18, 2026

- Series of 7 classes.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/lbparks/activity/search/detail/60835?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Reading Development, Grades 3-6

Ages 7–11 · $109/term

Individualized reading work on comprehension, vocabulary, spelling and fluency. Teachers test each student first; a $20 testing and material fee applies.

- Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30–5:25pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 28 – Nov 18, 2026

- Series of 7 classes.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/lbparks/activity/search/detail/60829?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

## Math Development, Grades 2-6

Ages 6–11 · $109/term

Skill gaps are found through testing, then worked on in math facts, fractions, decimals, factoring, algebra and geometry. A $20 testing and material fee applies.

- Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:30–6:25pm
- Fall 2026: Oct 28 – Nov 18, 2026

- Series of 7 classes.
- Sign up: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/lbparks/activity/search/detail/60823?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Details from https://www.longbeach.gov/park/recreation-programs/programs-and-classes/after-school-programs/, checked October 7, 2026. Confirm prices and dates with the provider before signing up.