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NEWTOWN PARKS AND RECREATION
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
www.newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation
TABLE OF CONTENTS
April Break Programs.........................................................................5-6
Babysitting...........................................................................................12
Basketball (Adult Drop In)....................................................................8
Basketball............................................................................................20
Cycling............................................................................................22-23
Community Sports Organizations.......................................................3
Dance (Children’s & Adult).................................................................14
Esports.............................................................................................9, 10
Day Camp.......................................................................................70-75
Drawing/Fashion Design....................................................................12
Drop In Programs for Adults........................................................... .....8
Field Hockey...........................................................................................5
Gardening/Houseplants......................................................................13
General Information/Activities.............................................................4
Golf........................................................................................................25
Hooping................................................................................................21
Horseback Riding.............................................................................5, 26
Karate....................................................................................................25
Knitting.................................................................................................11
Multi-Sports...................................................................................18, 20
Parks Information.................................................................................3
Pickleball (Adult Drop In).....................................................................8
Science/STEM............................................................................... ..6, 27
Skateboarding.................................................................................6, 21
Skyhawks Sports Programs................................................................20
Soccer....................................................................................................17
Soccer (Including Futsal & Street Soccer).........................................24
Special Events........................................................................................7
Staff Listing, Parks and Recreation......................................................3
Summer Brochure...............................................................................28
T-Ball.....................................................................................................19
Teen Adventure Travel Camp........................................................76-77
Teen Entrepeneurship Business Course.............................................13
Tennis........................................................................................5, 15, 16
US Sports Squirts Programs..........................................................17-19
Volleyball (Adult Drop In).....................................................................8
Volleyball........................................................................................19, 20
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MISSION STATEMENT:
To create quality recreation and leisure opportunities strengthening
the community through people, parks and programs.
Parks & Recreation Staff COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS:
Fairfield County Captains Baseball
Recreation Staff Richard Dieckman
Amy E. W. Mangold richard.dieckman@yahoo.com
captainsrich@gmail.com
Parks & Recreation Director
Men’s Over 30 Soccer
RoseAnn Reggiano Scott Kellerman; skellermanmhi23@gmail.com
Assistant Director of Recreation Newtown American Youth Football & Cheer
www.newtownyouthfootball.org
Rita Pavia-Loomis Administrative Assistant
Newtown Babe Ruth Baseball
Jennifer Balbes Full Time Secretary George Conklin; conklinnbr@gmail.com
Nicole Nicholson Part Time Secretary www.newtownbaseball.com
Newtown Babe Ruth Softball
Park Staff Pat McCleary; mcclearysports@gmail.com,
Carl Samuelson www.newtownsoftball.org
Assistant Director of Parks Newtown Bridle Lands Association
www.nblact.com
John Moore
Newtown Hikers
Parks Operations Supervisor Sally Cox: 203-426-9903 or 203-830-9032
newtownhikers@gmail.com
Paul Coppola Parks Maintainer
Newtown Men’s Sunday Softball League
Andrew DeWolfe Parks Maintainer Richard McCulloch: 203-470-7036; fd313@aol.com
Brian Engelke Parks Maintainer
Joseph Freebairn Parks Maintainer Newtown Soccer Club
president@newtownsoccerclub.org
Willard Jacobs II Parks Maintainer www.newtownsoccerclub.org
Jose Lopes Parks Maintainer
John Martikainen Parks Maintainer Newtown Women’s Softball
Leigh Libero; Leigh.Libero@gmail.com
Luis Otero Parks Maintainer
Thomas Pendergast Parks Maintainer Newtown Youth Basketball
David White Parks Mechanic www.newtownyouthbasketball.org
Newtown Youth Field Hockey (Grades 1-8)
Parks & Recreation Commission aimathletes@gmail.com; 302-463-6531
www.aimathletes.com
Clinton De Paolo Chairman
Aaron Britton Newtown Youth Laccrosse
David Payne www.newtownlax.com
Jim Parker Newtown Youth Wrestling
Rance Thompson www.newtownyouthwrestling.com
Vincent Yanni, Jr. newtownwrestling@gmail.com
Warren Spencer Nutmeg Striders Track
www.nutmegstriders.com
Commission meets every second Tuesday of every
month at 6pm at the Senior Center, 8 Simpson Outlaws Baseball
Nick Magoulas: bball3579@gmail.com
Street,Newtown.
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GENERAL INFORMATION - Activities
Sign up for E-Alerts PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST
For up-to-date changes in programs resulting from MINUTE!
inclement weather, sign up using the link below: We sometimes must cancel programs due to low
www.newtown-ct.gov/subscribe registration. Please register early so that we know of
your interest. Registering on the day of the program
PLEASE NOTE: E-Mail blasts are sent out via an E-Alert is most often too late, so please do not wait!
notification system. Phone calls will not be made
regarding weather related changes or cancelations.
Cancelation Policy
Refund Policy Programs held at the Newtown Schools follow the
All programs are self-supporting and a commitment
school schedule. As such, if schools are closed or
canceled then Parks & Recreation programs taking
needs to be made to instructors and staff. As such, NO
place at the schools will be canceled. Programs held
REFUNDS will be given after the start of a program
at the Newtown Teen Center, Newtown Youth
EXCEPT for medical reasons, upon receipt of a Academy or an offsite location do not always follow
physician’s note. A physician’s note should be provided the school schedule. In the event of inclement weather
to Parks and Recreation at the time of the incident and or other factors beyond our control, programs may
will not be accepted after the program is completed. need to be canceled. In most cases, make-up sessions
Communication with Parks and Recreation at onset of will be offered.
the condition is required. • If you cannot attend the makeup session no refunds
Other refunds for cancelations made within one week will be given!
prior to the start of a program are issued, but a $10 • Please sign up for our Recreation E-Alerts on our
processing fee will be charged. No refunds will be given website www.newtown-ct.gov.
once a program is complete. (NO EXCEPTIONS).
PLEASE NOTE:
Residency Defined • All Parks and Recreation programs are on a first-
A person whose primary residence, either as an owner come, first-served basis.
or renter, is considered a Newtown resident. • We will be following CDC guidelines for all
No exceptions to this rule. Proof of residency is programs. All participants must wear a mask for
required. indoor programs and social distance rules apply.
• Parks and Recreation does not send
confirmations. No news is good news! Please
Non-Resident Policy assume you are registered for the program(s)
Non-resident registrations will be accepted at the you have selected. You will be contacted only if
beginning of registration, however there are limited there is a problem.
spots. Not all programs allow for non-resident • Parks and Recreation cannot be responsible for
participation. Non-residents will be required to pay an loss of mail or postal delays – please register
additional $20.00 per program. This fee can vary online.
depending on the program. • Program participants are reminded NOT TO PARK
IN FIRE LANES, per order of the Fire Marshall.
Photo Release Fire lanes are those areas in front of each school
Newtown Parks and Recreation Department and The which are painted yellow. When participating in
Newtown Bee may videotape or take photos of a program at the Teen Center, please park in
participants enrolled in our programs. These photos/ front of the Teen Center ONLY.
videos may be used for promotional purposes. • Program participants must enter and exit
buildings through designated, secure locations.
Inclusion Statement
In an effort to meet the recreational needs of all Sign up for Brochure and Notices
residents of Newtown, the Parks and Recreation Sign up to receive our recreation brochure and recreation
Department has adopted a policy of inclusion. Although notices/cancelations at www.newtown-ct.gov, by
some facilities are not yet wheelchair accessible, every subscribing to E-Alerts. Follow the instructions on the web
attempt will be made to accommodate and encourage page, or call 203-270-4340.
people with disabilities to participate in our programs.
Please use comment section on the registration form
to detail your circumstances.
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APRIL BREAK PROGRAMS: Tennis/Field Hockey/Horseback Riding
APRIL BREAK TENNIS CAMP (Ages 5-15) ACTIVITY CODE: 309104 A
Tennis camp features a different stroke each day (forehand, Monday-Wednesday, April 11-13
backhand, serve and volley). We have dynamic drills that 10am-1pm AGE: 5-7 FEE: $180
incorporate ground-strokes and volleys while using several
corrective techniques for our students. A variety of fun ACTIVITY CODE: 309104 B
games teach our students to rally as well as learn the game Monday-Wednesday, April 11-13
of tennis. Students will learn the rules of tennis and how to 10am-1pm AGE: 7-9 FEE: $180
keep score.
ACTIVITY CODE: 309104 C
Courts will be split up by age and level. USTA approved Monday-Wednesday, April 11-13
Quick-start balls will be used (red, orange, green, and adult 10am-1pm AGE: 10-12 FEE: $180
yellow) depending on the level and age of the group:
ACTIVITY CODE: 309104 D
Red Ball/Orange Ball: Ages 5-7 Monday-Wednesday, April 11-13
Orange Ball: Ages 7-9 10am-1pm AGE: 13-15 FEE: $180
Green Ball: Ages 10-12
Yellow Adult Balls: Ages 13-15 LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
INSTRUCTOR: Fairfield County Tennis
This experience will assist children who are trying out for
high school team tennis as coaches will focus on improving
skills and preparing participants to achieve their dream.
Register by March 1st and receive a 10% discount on the
regular price. Prices online reflect a 10% discount through
March 1; they will increase as of March 2.
Visit www.fairfieldcountytennis.net for more information
or call 203-640-1724. Fairfield County Tennis Cancellation
Line after hours & Saturday: 203-283-5629 (Please call 45
min prior to your start class for accuracy).
SEE PAGES 9 & 10 FOR
ESPORTS SPRING BREAK PROGRAMS
FIELD HOCKEY CAMP WITH ELLEN GOYDA FOX RIDGE FARM’S APRIL BREAK
& JOHN SAVAGE (AGES 7-15) HORSEBACK RIDING CAMP (AGES 5-15)
Newtown High School Field hockey Camp will introduce All things horse-related in a safe, fun
elementary students to the game of field hockey. Students environment. Grooming, tacking, riding, arts &
will have fun discovering the game of field hockey. Middle crafts - the total horse experience for your horse-
School students will be given instructions about game crazy kids! Participants should wear long pants.
concepts and skills. For those more experienced players,
this camp helps elevate their skills and understanding of ACTIVITY CODE: 309103 A
the game of field hockey. Directed by Newtown Varsity Mondays-Fridays, April 11-15
Field Hockey Coach, Ellen Goyda, and John Savage, 9am-12pm AGE: 5-15 FEE: $375
Assistant Coach. Athletes will be grouped based on age
and skill level. ACTIVITY CODE: 309103 B
Mondays-Fridays, April 11-15
ACTIVITY CODE: 309615 A 9am-3pm AGE: 5-15 FEE: $650
Monday-Friday, April 11-15
9:00-11:00 am AGE: 7-15 FEE: $99 LOCATION: Fox Ridge Farm, 37-39 Aunt Park Lane
LOCATION: Treadwell Town Park, 47 Philo Curtis Road INSTRUCTOR: Fox Ridge Farm
INSTRUCTOR: Ellen Goyda & John Savage
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APRIL BREAK PROGRAMS: SKATEBOARDING & SCIENCE/STEM
INTRO TO SKATEBOARDING – APRIL BREAK CAMP (AGES 4-17)
Richard Beck is excited to teach new students the growing sport
of Skateboarding. Richard has grown the skate community here
in Newtown. This program will focus on beginning
skateboarding with safety first. The rules of the park and how
to traverse from one side to the other and around the park
safely will be focused upon. Students will learn how to not fall
but if they do, how to fall correctly. Students will work on
learning to Ollie, drop in and the names of the tricks and
possible tricks when ready. The program will be adjusted to
the skill level and there will be skill assessments. Participants
should bring their own skateboard, helmet, knee pads, elbow
pads and wrist guards. Rain location will be at the Pavilion.
ACTIVITY CODE: 309525 A
Monday-Friday, April 11 to April 15
9:00-10:00 am AGE: 4-6 FEE: $125
ACTIVITY CODE: 309525 B
Monday-Friday, April 11 to April 15
10:00-11:00 am AGE: 7-11 FEE: $125
ACTIVITY CODE: 309525 C
Monday-Friday, April 11 to April 15
11:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 12-17 FEE: $125
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, Skate Park, 50 Elm Drive
INSTRUCTOR: Richard Beck
CSI - CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION (AGES 7-11) BRIDGES AND BUILDING (AGES 7-11)
Come join our Minds In Motion Crime Team in this Have you ever been across a bridge and wondered
fun and interesting program! We will provide you how it works? Get ready to get your mind in motion
with all the tools you need to become your very own as you work with and take home your very own
crime scene investigator. Learn all about forensics, Structures Set. Learn all about buildings and
searching for evidence, and gathering clues and bridges and how they literally support our lives.
bring home your very own detective kit. Working in Experiment with different types of bridges and find
groups, you will conduct many science experiments out how their architectural design provides
in our crime lab to solve the mysteries at hand. You massive weight support. Discover all the types of
will learn all about fingerprinting and how to forces applied and how engineers manage to reduce
classify them and bring home your very own their effects. With your kit, you can build up to
fingerprint classification sheet. You will also nine working models such as a house, pyramid,
perform chemical analyses and observations and various types of bridges: beam, arch, truss,
working with powders, liquids, and much more! Be cable-stayed and suspension bridge. You will study
amazed at how much science plays a part in solving theory and learn the history of some amazing
a crime. Come ready with your thinking caps and be structures and historical landmarks. Come bring
prepared to use all the skills necessary to solve the out the architect side of you as you enter the
crime of the century and help save the Minds In fascinating world of bridges and buildings and
Motion Laboratory - we need you! explore the magic of STEM!
ACTIVITY CODE: 319601 A ACTIVITY CODE: 319602 A
Monday-Friday, April 11-15 Monday-Friday, April 11-15
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: Ages 7-11 12:30-3:30 pm AGE: Ages 7-11
FEE: $165 FEE: $165
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street
INSTRUCTOR: Minds In Motion INSTRUCTOR: Minds In Motion
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SPECIAL EVENTS FOR SPRING
ANNUAL SPRING EGG HUNT (AGES 3-12)
Saturday, April 2
Join Newtown Parks and Recreation for the Annual
Spring Egg Hunt. There will be an appearance by our
Spring Bunny who will lead you to the hunt. This year
we have a variety of time slots available. Each time slot
is limited to 50 participants. There will be two prize
eggs in each time slot. No walk-ins -
You must pre-register for the event. REAWAKENING 2022
Join us the weekend of
April 30 – May 1
Date: Saturday, April 2
From 10am – 5pm for the very first gardening of the
Ages: 3-12
season.
Fee: $3
Newtown Parks and Recreation, along with Andrew Mangold,
Time Slots are as follow: will be hosting a two-day-long workshop to wake up the
ACTIVITY CODE TIME SLOT Newtown Fruit Trail for 2022 after its long winter sleep. We’ll
314501 A 9:30-10:00 am be getting out very early this spring to kick off the first garden
314501 B 10:15-10:45 am session of the year.
314501 C 11:00-11:30 am
Gather together to evoke your own gardening appetite as
314501 D 11:45 am-12:15 pm
we dig into the thawing trail.
314501 E 11:45 am-12:15 pm
Join us in community at the Fruit Trail to get our hands dirty
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, Pavilion, 50 Elm Drive and our hearts alight for all of the growing to come. We’ll
tidy up the gardens, assess the health of our plants and
11TH ANNUAL STRUTT YOUR MUTT evaluate tasks for the year ahead. We’ll be removing winter
Saturday, May 14 tree cages, planting new bulbs, shrubs and flowers, and
learning about each of the different species assembled at
Join Newtown Park and Bark and Newtown Parks and the trail. This is a great opportunity to gather insight for
Recreation for this exciting Dog Walk and Fair featuring your own projects, to remain involved at the trail and get a
demonstrations, contests, a fun 2K walk, games and jump start on your gardens at home. Participants will get
more. Weenie Lynn’s Food Truck will be joining us. hands-on practice preparing gardens and tending to
perennial plants to jump-start your own projects and help
Date: Saturday, May 14th in all of your yards and gardens to come.
Time: 11am – 2pm
Fee: $10 per dog We’ll continue to make a home for butterflies, bees and
birds at the trail, growing plants that feed the land and the
people as one. This is a chance to get your first taste of
ACTIVITY CODE: 300001 A spring gardening, together in community! Join us as we
LOCATION: Fairfield Hills celebrate fruits, flowers, trees and the joy of good work.
Keating Farms Avenue Last year, the trail surprised us with many berries that
brightened the length of the trail. This year, we can expect
2nd Annual STAY OUT OF THE KITCHEN another new spectrum of color as our perennial plants
PICKLEBALL SOCIAL - Tuesday, May 31 grown into maturity. We can look forward to more berries
this summer, and we may get to begin counting the number
Come lend your support for the fastest growing sport
of bird, bee and butterfly species that are making a home at
in the USA! Join us for live music, cornhole, a silent the Trail. This is for the good of all! Come one hour, one day,
auction, Pass the Pickle and more. or join us for the entire weekend; whether you are a garden
expert of an inspired beginner; there is a role for everyone
Date: Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at the trail.
Time: 6-8 pm Bring masks, gloves and any garden tools you may want to use
Ages: 21 & up and share.
Fee: $25 per person – includes one drink
Don’t miss out on helping with a project that has brought so
much joy and growth to the
Activity Code: 314106 A
Newtown Community.
Time: Pickleball Play 5-5:45pm
Pickleball Social: 6-8 pm FOR MORE INFORMATION
Location: Newsylum Brewing Co. CONTACT NEWTOWN PARKS AND RECREATION
Keating Farms Avenue 203-270-4340
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ADULT DROP-IN ACTIVITIES
ADULT DROP IN PICKLEBALL MEN OVER 40 DROP IN BASKETBALL
Pickleball is a sport described as a “combination of Open to Newtown residents at no cost, non–residents
ping-pong, tennis and badminton.” Pickleball is a are $25 for the season.
great workout as well as a very social and
competitive athletic game. Pickleball is fun! With a Activity Code: 109203 A
few easy instructions, you’ll be able to play. The Saturdays, March 4 - June 25
sport is easy to learn, and we invite you to learn 6:45-8:45 am Age: 40-99 Fee: Residents free
about the game and play. Limited equipment is Location: Newtown Middle School, Gym A, 11 Queen Street
available, so please bring your own if you have it.
Jan Brown, Pickleball Ambassador, will be the
instructor. Please E-Mail Jan Brown with questions, MONDAY NIGHT VOLLEYBALL DROP IN
Jannie1225@msn.com. Mondays are for the fun volleyball players! Volleyball
nets will be set up, but please bring your own equipment.
Activity Code: 226003 A Please note: All indoor sports participants must wear a
Mondays, February 28 - April 4 mask while playing.
12:00-1:00 pm Ages: 45 & up Fee: $50 (for entire Activity Code: 109202 A
session) Mondays, February 28 - June 13
Resident drop-in fee is $5 per visit. (No class April 11)
Non-Resident drop-in fee is $10 per visit. 7:30-9:30 pm Age: 18-99 Fee: Residents Free
Drop-in fees will be collected on site. Location: Sandy Hook School, Gym, 12 Dickinson Drive
LOCATION: Edmond Town Hall, 45 Main Street
Activity code: 126001 A
Tuesdays, March 1 - April 5
6:30-8:30 pm Age: 18 & up Fee: Residents Free
LOCATION: Sandy Hook School, Gym
12 Dickinson Drive
Instructor: Jan Brown, Pickleball Ambassador
ADULT DROP IN BASKETBALL
Open to Newtown residents only. Proof of residency
(Driver’s License) may be required. Please note: if the
schools are closed due to inclement weather, or due to
a scheduled Holiday, there is no Drop in Basketball.
Activity Code: 109204 A
Fridays, March 4- April 29
(No class April 15) ALL INDOOR SPORTS PARTICIPANTS
7:00-9:00 pm Age: 18 & up Fee: Residents Free MUST WEAR A MASK WHILE PLAYING
Location: Sandy Hook School, Gym, 12 Dickinson Drive
THURSDAY NIGHT VOLLEYBALL DROP IN
Thursday nights are reserved for the more serious
Volleyball Players. Volleyball net will be set up, but you
will need to bring your own equipment.
Please note: All indoor sports participants must wear a
mask while playing.
Activity Code: 109206 A
Thursdays, March 3 - June 9 (No class April 14)
7:00-9:30 pm Age: 18-99 Fee: Residents Free
Location: Sandy Hook School, Gym, 12 Dickinson Drive
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AFFINITY ESPORTS NEW!
SPRING BREAK CAMPS
Gaming doesn’t have to be the image of your child locked up in their room for hours on end. Open yout child up
to a world of new and emerging career opportunities, life skills through experiential learning, and highly
engaging social activities. Affinity Esports is on a mission to create safe spaces for happier and healthier
gamers. Our recreational clinics cover basic to advanced gameplay while placing your child in a social
environment that requires teamwork, critical thinking, quick decision making, and leadership. We will guide
your child to harness their passion for gaming with an extreme commitment to balance. Esports has been
linked to increased social and emotional skills, problem solving, future career viability, and academic
performance.
Materials included:
Affinity Esports t-shirt & pen, Dot Grid Notepad, Stickers and Lanyard
Mark Kilpatrick, Instructor
Mark’s background and experience, which has guided this initiative, includes years of Counseling and Coaching
at Northwest Soccer Camp, Coaching AYSO, time as a Collegiate Ambassador, and Resident Assistant. Mark is a
lifelong gamer and advocate of the benefits that healthy gaming can deliver. He will have expert coaches and
recreational supervisors from high school and college programs who will help with developing game
fundamentals.
ESPORTS SPRING BREAK CAMP THROUGH ROCKET ESPORTS SPRING BREAK CAMP THROUGH LEAGUE OF
LEAGUE™ LEGENDS™ (AGES 13-18)
(AGES 8-18) Have your child join us for Esports Spring Break Camp
Have your child join us for an Intro to Esports Through League of Legends™, a 5v5 team-based
Through Rocket League™, a 3v3 fantastical sport- strategy game, developed by Riot Games. Two teams
based game, developed by Psyonix (it’s soccer with of five powerful champions face off to overcome the
cars). It features a competitive game mode based other’s base. Choose from over 140 champions to
on teamwork and outmaneuvering opponents. make epic plays, secure eliminations, and take down
Players work with their team to advance the ball towers as you battle your way to victory.
down the field and score goals in their opponents’
net. ACTIVITY CODE: 317601 A
Monday-Friday, April 11-15
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 A 3:00-5:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $225
Monday-Friday, April 11-15
LOCATION: Affinity Esports
9:00-11:30 am AGE: 8-12 FEE: $175
27 Glen Road, Suite 408, Sandy Hook
INSTRUCTOR: Mark Kilpatrick, Founder, Affinity Esports
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 B
Monday-Friday, April 11-15
12:00-2:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $225
LOCATION: Affinity Esports
27 Glen Road, Suite 408, Sandy Hook
INSTRUCTOR: Mark Kilpatrick, Founder, Affinity Esports
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AFFINITY ESPORTS NEW!
SPRING AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMMING
Gaming doesn’t have to be the image of your child locked up in their room for hours on end. Open your child up to a
world of new and emerging career opportunities, life skills through experiential learning, and highly engaging social
activities. Affinity Esports is on a mission to create safe spaces for happier and healthier gamers. Our recreational
clinics cover basic to advanced gameplay while placing your child in a social environment that requires teamwork,
critical thinking, quick decision making, and leadership. We will guide your child to harness their passion for gaming
with an extreme commitment to balance. Esports has been linked to increased social and emotional skills, problem
solving, future career viability, and academic performance.
ROCKET LEAGUE™ SPRING SESSIONS NEXT LEVEL ESPORTS THROUGH LEAGUE OF LEGENDS™
(AGES 8-18) (AGES 13-18)
Have your child join us for an Intro to Esports Through Have your child join us for Next Level Esports Through
Rocket League™, a 3v3 fantastical sport-based game, League of Legends’s™ a 5v5 team-based strategy game,
developed by Psyonix (it’s soccer with cars). It features a developed by Riot Games. Two teams of five powerful
competitive game mode based on teamwork and champions face off to overcome the other’s base. Choose
outmaneuvering opponents. Players work with their team from over 140 champions to make epic plays, secure
to advance the ball down the field, and score goals in their eliminations, and take down towers as you battle your
opponents’ net. way to victory.
Next Level Esports Through Rocket League™ ACTIVITY CODE: 317601 B
(Ages 13-18) Mondays, April 18 - June 6
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 C 6:00-7:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $195
Monday, April 18 - June 6
3:00-4:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $195 ACTIVITY CODE: 317601 C
Tuesdays, April 19 - June 7
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 D 6:00-7:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $195
Tuesdays, April 19 - June 7
3:00-4:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $195 ACTIVITY CODE: 317601 D
Wednesdays, April 20 - June 8
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 E 6:00-7:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $195
Wednesdays, April 20 - June 8
3:00-4:30 pm AGE: 13-18 FEE: $195 LOCATION: Affinity Esports
27 Glen Road, Suite 408, Sandy Hook
Intro to Esports Through Rocket League™ INSTRUCTOR: Mark Kilpatrick, Founder, Affinity Esports
(Ages 8-12)
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 F
Mondays, April 18 - June 6
4:45-5:45 pm AGE: 8-12 FEE: $150
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 G
Tuesdays, April 19 - June 7 Materials included:
4:45-5:45 pm AGE: 8-12 FEE: $150 Affinity Esports t-shirt & pen, Dot Grid Notepad,
Stickers and Lanyard
ACTIVITY CODE: 317602 H
Wednesdays, April 20 - June 8 Mark Kilpatrick, Instructor
4:45-5:45 pm AGE: 8-12 FEE: $150 Mark’s background and experience, which has guided
this initiative, includes years of Counseling and
LOCATION: Affinity Esports Coaching at Northwest Soccer Camp, Coaching AYSO,
27 Glen Road, Suite 408, Sandy Hook time as a Collegiate Ambassador, and Resident
INSTRUCTOR: Mark Kilpatrick, Founder, Affinity Esports Assistant. Mark is a lifelong gamer and advocate of
the benefits that healthy gaming can deliver. He will
have expert coaches and recreational supervisors
from high school and college programs who will help
with developing game fundamentals.
10ARTS & MORE: Knitting
KIDS KNIT AND CHAT FOR BEGINNERS (Ages 7 & up) KIDS STEPPIN’ UP KNITTING CIRCLE (Ages 7 & up)
Learn to Knit! This is a class for kids who would like This class is for the knitter who has mastered the
to learn the skill and hobby of knitting. No experience beginner class or can cast on and do garter stitch
necessary. This is an eight-week class where you and purl independently. If you are ready to take
learn all the basics and finish a cute, fashionable your knitting to the next level, this class is for you.
knitted project. An experienced teacher will get you We will learn several fashionable projects, starting
knitting in no time, in a fun, non-frustrating and with an “oh so cute” hat. To begin, students need to
creative way. Learn casting on, knitting, purling and bring in size 10 US straight (long) needles, and 150
more. Crochet basics are also taught. Other projects yards of worsted weight yarn of their choice.
completed as time allows. All materials for the first
project, including yarn and needles (that you can ACTIVITY CODE: 317102 A
keep), are provided. Thursdays, March 31 - May 26 (No class April 14)
5:30-6:30 pm AGE: 7 & up FEE: $129
ACTIVITY CODE: 317101 A
Wednesdays, March 30 - May 25 (No class April 13) LOCATION: Teen Center, 53 A Church Hill Road
5:30-6:30 pm AGE: 7 & up FEE: $149 INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Christensen
LOCATION: Teen Center, 53 A Church Hill Road FOR KIDS CLASSES:
INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Christensen Parents and
caregivers are
welcome to register
along with their young
one to experience
these sessions
together.
ADULT BEGINNERS’ KNITTING CIRCLE ADULT KNITTING CIRCLE: INTERMEDIATE +
Make time for yourself and learn to knit! If you have This class is for those who can cast on and knit garter
always wanted to knit, but did not know where to start stitch and are ready to build more skills (or have
or need to brush up on the basics, this course is for completed the beginner course). For intermediate
you. Learn to cast on, knit, purl, shape and more, students, projects will be created starting with an “oh
creating a fashionable project to start. Knitting is a so cute” hat that can be made in sizes for children to
very calming hobby that can be transported with you adults, as well as a seamless project “knitting in the
- knit at sports events, in waiting rooms...using round” on circular needles. In this comprehensive, step-
snippets of time. Learn about different fibers, try out by-step fun class, you will learn to read patterns, check
different types and sizes of needles and more. Crochet gauge, master more difficult stitches (including cables)
basics will also be taught. and more.
PLEASE NOTE: Students must bring in a skein of SUPER
bulky-weight yarn (recommended: Lion brand Wool- PLEASE NOTE: Students must bring in size 10 (longer
Ease Thick N Quick available at JoAnn’s, Michael’s, or length, preferably) straight needles and one skein (150
Amazon) of their choice, and US size 13 or 15 knitting yards) of worsted weight yarn of their choice to start.
needles to get started. Other materials needed will be discussed in class.
Eight classes: if there are any town cancellations, the Eight classes if there are any town cancellations, the
remaining (or all) classes will be presented virtually. remaining (or all) classes will be presented virtually.
ACTIVITY CODE: 317103 A ACTIVITY CODE: 317104 A
Wednesdays, March 30 - May 25 (No class April 13) Thursdays, March 31 - May 26 (No class April 14)
6:45-7:45 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $135 6:45-7:45 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $135
ACTIVITY CODE: 317103 B ACTIVITY CODE: 317104 B
Wednesdays, March 30 - May 25 (No class April 13) Wednesdays, March 30 - May 25 (No class April 13)
11am-12pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $135 12:15-1:15 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $135
LOCATION: Teen Center, 53 A Church Hill Road LOCATION: Teen Center, 53 A Church Hill Road
INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Christensen INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Christensen
11ARTS & MORE: Drawing/Fashion Design & Babysitting
DRAWING MIXED MEDIA (AGES 5-8) CREATIVE FASHION DESIGN WITH MIXED MEDIA
Drawing classes teach children to draw what they (AGES 9-13)
see, to enhance their drawings with their own ideas In this class, artist Jo-Ann Claybourne will guide
and concepts and to use different materials in students through drawing the figure, designing
creative ways. The class environment is non- clothing or costuming and implementing those
competitive, creative and fun. This program helps designs with a creative array of materials.
students build their self-esteem through their drawing Students will learn to use a variety of mediums
success and enhances hand eye coordination as well to feather, bejewel and detail their outfits. Jo-
as spatial and color relationships. Special holidays Ann has been selling her fashion paintings for
and events are considered for project ideas. years and has a variety of collectors.
Multicultural arts and techniques are taught,
educating students in history, geography and ACTIVITY CODE: 301602 A
storytelling as well. Drawing projects may include Tuesdays, May 10 - June 14
collage, mask making, still life, animals, scenery, 4:30-5:30 pm AGE: 9-13 FEE: $133
people, portrait or architecture. Students may take LOCATION: Newtown Middle School
multiple sessions from year to year and will not repeat 11 Queen Street
projects. All materials are included. Class is taught INSTRUCTOR: JoAnne Claybourne
by Susan Jackson
ACTIVITY CODE: 301601 A
Tuesdays, May 10 - June 14
5:30-6:30 pm AGE: 5-8 FEE: $133
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School
11 Queen Street
INSTRUCTOR: JoAnne Claybourne
CHILD & BABYSITTING SAFETY (CABS) PROGRAM (AGES 11-17) ACTIVITY CODE: 321601 A
This course is for youth 11-17 years of age with the most Mondays, May 9 -16
common age being 12-14. This is an entry level course 4:30-7:00 pm AGE: 11-17 FEE: $125
intended to present age-appropriate skills necessary to care
for children of all ages using team babysitting, mother’s helper LOCATION: Senior Center, 8 Simpson Street
and individual babysitting concepts. The course focuses on INSTRUCTOR: Life Safe Services
safety with emphasis on prevention. Other topics include
hand washing, diapering, bottle feeding, personal safety and
interview skills. Basic first aid is also taught, including adult
and child CPR (requires passing written and skills testing to
receive 2 year certification). ASHI/CABS Student booklet,
handouts and Babysitter Safety Certificate of completion are
included
Please note:
Student must complete all hours.
Students should bring a snack.
12ARTS & MORE: Teen Entrepeneurship/Gardening
TEEN ENTREPRENEURSHIP BUSINESS COURSE
PRINT-ON-DEMAND
(AGES 12-16)
NEW!
Come brainstorm and create your very own Print-On-
Demand E-commerce business! Grasp the fundamentals
of entrepreneurship and best-business practices which
will cement the foundation and mindset for success. Learn
how to generate income by creating simple image or text
designs and uploading them onto a 3rd party print-on-
demand platform. Using these designs, you can sell all
types of merchandise like t-shirts, water bottles, and more.
With every sale, you will earn a commission while the
print-on-demand platform handles printing, shipping, and
all the customer details. You will also learn how to drive
sales using the power of digital marketing. Work with other ACTIVITY CODE: 319304 A
students as you strengthen critical thinking, improve Wednesdays, April 20 - May 11
communication skills, encourage integrity and learn 5-7pm AGE: Ages 12-16 FEE: $160
leadership qualities. Come think like an entrepreneur and
grow your own business right away! (Participants will LOCATION: Newtown Middle School
need to bring their own laptop and use or create their own 11 Queen Street
social media accounts.) INSTRUCTOR: Minds in Motion
HOUSEPLANTS 101 BACKYARD BOUNTY
Many gardeners have great green thumbs when it comes A GUIDE TO VEGETABLE GARDENING
to outdoor plants, but then have a difficult time with You don’t need to have a farm to keep a vegetable garden!
indoor plants. Do you struggle with keeping your indoor In this class, we will go over what it takes to keep a great
plants healthy? Already a houseplant enthusiast? vegetable garden in our area. Learn what vegetables and
Expand your knowledge and know-how. We will cover herbs work best and where, when to plant and harvest
all sorts of houseplant situations and offer advice on throughout the entire season and what common pests
how to maintain and overwinter indoor potted plants and plant diseases can strike (and what to do when they
(and when and what to put outside in warmer weather). do). From containers to raised beds, get ready for summer,
From common varieties of houseplants to orchids, and feed your family right from your own backyard.
African violets, and everything in between, we will tackle
the different challenges of indoor gardening and learn ACTIVITY CODE: 317108 A
how to make your houseplants work for you! Monday, May 9
6:30-8:30 pm AGE: 18-99 FEE: $39
ACTIVITY CODE: 317105 A LOCATION: Newtown High, 12 Berkshire Road
Monday, April 25 INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Christensen
6:30-8:30 pm AGE: 18-99 FEE: $39
LOCATION: Newtown High, 12 Berkshire Road Make this a parent/
INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Christensen guardian & me class
and plant together!
13ARTS & MORE: Dance
SALSA - BEGINNER/ADVANCED BEGINNER BELLY DANCE - ADULT BEGINNER
(Ages 18 & up) Taught by renowned dance teacher Riskallah Riyad
Salsa is a fun and exciting Latin dance, which anyone (Delores Matzen), these beginner classes will focus
can learn! Dance away stress, have fun and meet on the basic movements and isolations used in this
new people as we get you dancing in no time. In dance. A wonderful workout for your body to help you
these beginner classes, we will cover partner work look and feel great. For all ages, shapes and sizes.
and basic Salsa patterns with emphasis placed on Delores, who has been teaching Middle Eastern dance
lead and follow. All steps will be repeated and arts for over 40 years, is known for her energetic
reinforced allowing you to hit the dance floor with teaching style and the ability to communicate
comfort and ease. New combinations taught each movement to students of any level. Please check studio
month - attend either both session or both. Couples website for current mask policy.
or singles welcome. Class will be held on our large
dance floor and class size will be limited to allow ACTIVITY CODE: 304202 A
social distancing, Partner rotations are optional. Wednesdays, April 6-27
Please check studio website for current mask policy. 4:45-5:30 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $60
ACTIVITY CODE: ACTIVITY CODE: 304202 B
304200 A Wednesdays, May 4-25
Mondays, April 4-18 4:45-5:30 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $60
7:00-7:45 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $45
ACTIVITY CODE: 304202 C
ACTIVITY CODE: Saturdays, May 7-21
304200 B 12:00-12:45 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $45
Mondays, May 2-23
7:00-7:45 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $60 LOCATION: Vitti’s Dance Studio, 10 Precision Road
INSTRUCTOR: Riskallah Riyad (Delores Matzen)
ACTIVITY CODE: 304200 C
Mondays, June 6-27
7:00-7:45 pm AGE: 18 & up FEE: $60
LOCATION: Vitti’s Dance Studio
10 Precision Road, Danbury
INSTRUCTOR: Deborah Linley
DANCING TINY TUTUS, TWINKLE TOES,
BUTTERFLIES & FAIRIES (AGES 2.5-3.5)
Come join us for an hour as your child starts their
journey into the world of dance. The class consists
of Tap, Ballet and Tumbling as we create a safe and
fun learning environment that your child will love.
Come join the fun, with weekly themed classes, your TAP A SHUFFLE SHUFFLE STEP AND
favorite Disney music and a free ballerina bear. JAZZ THE HIP HIP HOP (AGES 5-7)
Specific dress code and appropriate shoes are Join us for an hour and a quarter as we shuffle off to Buffalo
required: leotard, tights plus tap, ballet or jazz and move our hips and shoulders to your favorite pop and
shoes, depending upon the class. For attire, please Disney music. Dancers will learn rhythm, coordination,
check with: LMDADANCE@yahoo.com or 203-893- expression ad individuality. Let’s build confidence while
5090. learning to dance! Bring your sass and inner attitude.
Specific dress code required: leotard, tights and tap, ballet
ACTIVITY CODE: 304502 A or jazz shoes, depending upon class. For attire, please
Saturdays, March 12 to May 21 (No class April 16) inquire: LMDADANCE@yahoo.com.
8:30-9:30 am AGE: 2.5-3.5 FEE: $165
ACTIVITY CODE: 304503 A
ACTIVITY CODE 304502 B Saturdays, March 12 to May 21 (No class April 16)
Saturdays, March 12 to May 21 (No class April 16) 9:30-10:45 am AGE: 5-7 FEE: $250
10:45-11:45 am AGE: 2.5-3.5 FEE: $165
LOCATION: Lisa Mennill Dance Academy
LOCATION: Lisa Mennill Dance Academy 71 S. Main Street
71 S. Main Street INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Mennilli Dance Academy
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Mennilli Dance Academy
14PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: TENNIS CLINICS
TENNIS CLINICS (Ages 4 through adults)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS:
Tiny Tots (ages 4-5): A program that has proven to be effective in
developing motor coordination, the fundamentals of tennis and the
love of the game for children.
Beginner: Player is introduced to the forehand, backhand, serve and
volley with drills, fun games and game situations.
Advanced Beginner: Player has had introduction to grips and strokes
and is starting to consistently make solid contact with the ball.
Low Intermediate: Player is starting to keep the ball in play, learning to serve, can volley and learn court
positioning.
Intermediate: Player can keep the ball in play, can hit with some spin, can serve, volley and rally consistently.
Advanced Junior: Player continues to progress by refining strokes, concentrating on footwork, court strategy,
and ball placement.
Match Play: During the Match Play, coach will oversee the play and Participants will learn how to play a match
including scoring, etiquette, strategy and positioning. Participants must be able to serve and rally using
orange, green dot or adult balls.
Sessions are 5 weeks and offered on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Excellent training for high school tennis team, USTA tournaments and competitive play.
Please note that class descriptions are subject to change
Fairfield County Tennis Cancelations line: 203-283-5629
For questions, please call Fairfield County Tennis at 203-640-1724.
Start dates vary – check the schedule online at www.fairfieldcountytennis.com.
Location: Dickinson Memorial Park, 50 Elm Drive and Brushy Hill Road
Instructor: Fairfield County Tennis
ADULT CLASSES
ACTIVITY RAIN
CODE AGES LEVEL DAY DATES TIME FEE NO CLASS DATE/S
Adva nced
309111 A 18 & up Begi nner Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 8:30-9:30 a m $170 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Low
Intermedi a te/
309111 B 18 & up Intermedi a te Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 9:30-10:30 a m $170 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Begi nner/
Adva nced
309111 C 18 & up Begi nner Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 9:30-10:30a m $170 June 7 & 14
Low
Intermedi a te/
309111 D 18 & up Intermedi a te Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 10:30a m-12pm $225 June 7 & 14
FOR CHILDREN’S CLASSES, PLEASE SEE THE NEXT PAGE
15PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: TENNIS/AGES 4-17
ACTIVITY RAIN
CODE AGES LEVEL DAY DATES TIME FEE NO CLASS DATE/S
Ti ny Tots
309111 E 4-5 (Red Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 9-9:30a m $100 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Juni or Cl i ni c
(Begi nner/
Adva nced Begi nner
309111 F 6-8 (Ora nge Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 9:30-10:30a m $170 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Beginner/
Adva nced Begi nner
309111 G 6-8 (Red/Ora nge Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 10:30a m-12pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Beginner/
Adva nced Begi nner
309111 R 6-10 (Red/Ora nge Ba l l ) Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 4:30-5:30pm $170 June 7 & 14
Beginner/
Adva nced Begi nner
309111 T 6-10 (Red/Ora nge Ba l l ) Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 5:30-7pm $225 June 7 & 14
309111 O 7-9 Ma tch Pl a y Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 1:30-3pm $165 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Beginner/
Adva nced Begi nner
(Ora nge/Green
309111 M 7-11 Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 12-1:30pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Low Intermedi a te/
Intermedi a te
309111 J 8-10 (Ora nge Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 10:30a m-12pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Low Intermedi a te/
Intermedi a te
309111 S 8-12 Ora nge/Green Ba l l ) Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 4:30-5:30pm $170 June 7 & 14
Beginner/
Adva nced Begi nner
309111 U 9-11 (Ora nge/Green Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 5:30-7pm $225 June 7 & 14
Low Intermedi a te/
Intermedi a te
309111 V 9-11 (Green/Yel l ow Ba l l ) Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 5:30-7pm $225 June 7 & 14
Beginner/
Adva nced Begi nner
(Ora nge/Green
309111 N 9-12 Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 12-1:30pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Beginner/
Adva nced Begi nner
309111 I 10-12 (Green Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 10:30a m-12pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Low Intermedi a te/
Intermedi a te
309111 K 10-12 (Green Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 12-1:30pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
309111 P 10-12 Ma tch Pl a y Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 1:30-3pm $165 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Low Intermedi a te/
Intermedi a te
309111 W 11-14 (Yel l ow Ba l l ) Tues da ys Ma y 3-31 5:30-7pm $225 June 7 & 14
Low Intermedi a te/
Intermedi a te
309111 H 13-17 (Yel l ow Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 10:30a m-12pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
Low Intermedi a te/
Intermedi a te
309111 L 13-17 (Yel l ow Ba l l ) Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 12-1:30pm $225 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
309111 Q 13-17 Ma tch Pl a y Sa turda ys Ma y 7 - June 11 1:30-3pm $165 Ma y 28 June 18 & 25
16PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: US SPORTS - Soccer
SQUIRTS SOCCER (AGES 3-4)
Soccer Squirts is your child’s perfect introduction to
the most popular sport in the world. Boys and girls
will learn the fundamental skills of soccer including
dribbling, passing, shooting and defending. Each
session starts with a fun and exciting warm-up game,
followed by activities and instruction on the skill of
the day. Participants then have the opportunity to put
their new skills to use in a game-related activity or
scrimmage. Skills covered include dribbling and
control, passing, shooting, shielding the ball, stealing
and more. Each session is taught through structured
activities, fun games, and scrimmages and are
designed to ensure learning and most importantly fun,
fun, fun! US Sports recommends that participants wear
shin guards for this program.
ACTIVITY CODE: 309806 A
Saturdays, April 23 - June 18 (No class May 28)
10:00-10:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180
LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field
94 Boggs Hill Road
ACTIVITY CODE: 309806 B
Saturdays, April 23 - June 18 (No class May 28) PARENT & ME SOCCER SQUIRTS (AGES 2-3)
2:00-2:50 pm AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180 This program is a fun and positive
LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field introduction to soccer for children ages
94 Boggs Hill Road 2-3 and their parents. W ith a parent
participating by their side, kids will have
ACTIVITY CODE: 309806 C fun learning the fundamental skills of
Tuesdays, April 19 - June 7 soccer through a program of structured
10:00-10:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180 activities, fun based games and
LOCATION: Edmond Town Hall Gym, 45 Main Street scrimmages. Each session focuses on
maximizing participation and learning
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports through a variety of fun games designed
SENIOR SOCCER SQUIRTS (AGES 5-6)
This is the perfect program for players graduating to stimulate a child’s imagination and
from Soccer Squirts or for children looking for their develop motor skills. This is an excellent
first ever soccer experience. Each session will focus opportunity for you to spend quality time
on developing a particular skill or technique together while easing your child into
including dribbling, passing, ball control, moves and social situations with support and
turns, positioning and more. confidence.
No class May 28Make-up date: June 25Rain location: ACTIVITY CODE: 309705 A
Gym Saturdays, April 23 - June 18 (No class May 28)
9:00-9:50 am AGE: 2-3 FEE: $180
ACTIVITY CODE: 309601 A LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School
Saturdays, April 23 - June 18 (No class May 28) 94 Boggs Hill Road
11:00-11:50 am AGE: 5-6 FEE: $180
ACTIVITY CODE: 309705 B
LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field Tuesdays, April 19 - June 7
94 Boggs Hill Road 9:00-9:50 am AGE: 2-3 FEE: $180
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports LOCATION: Edmond Town Hall Gym
45 Main Street
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports
17PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: US SPORTS - Multi Sports
SQUIRTS MULTI SPORTS (AGES 3-4)
This program allows children to experience a variety
of sports throughout the session. It is the perfect
introduction to athletics for your future sports star.
Each session begins with a brief introduction to the
day’s sport and equipment before jumping into the
first skill-acquisition activity. In addition to
emphasizing the fundamentals of each sport, each
activity is designed to improve hand-eye coordination,
balance, agility and movement. Each session finishes
with an exciting game-related activity or scrimmage.
All sports are taught in a safe, structured and fun
learning environment designed to ensure learning and
most importantly fun, fun, fun! Participants will have
the opportunity to try Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball and Track
& Field (please note that sports will vary). All
equipment needed for this program will be provided.
ACTIVITY CODE: 309505 A
Saturdays, April 23 to June 18 (No class May 28)
1:00-1:50 pm AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180
LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field
94 Boggs Hill Road PARENT & ME MULTI SPORTS (AGES 2-3)
This program enables children aged 2-3 to experience
ACTIVITY CODE: 309505 B a variety of sports throughout their program with a
Sundays, April 24 to June 19 (No class May 29) helping hand from Mom or Dad. Children will have
11:00-11:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180 the opportunity to try Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball, Track
LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field & Field and Parachute Games in a safe, structured
94 Boggs Hill Road environment. The Multi Sports Parent & Me Squirts
program is ideal for any child that needs a little
ACTIVITY CODE: 309505 C help from a parent. This is an excellent opportunity
Tuesdays, April 19 to June 7 for you to spend quality time together while easing
11:00-11:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180 your child into social situations with support and
LOCATION: Edmond Town Hall Gym, 45 Main Street confidence, which will enable them to move onto
our Multi Sports Squirts classes. As with all Squirts
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports programs, the emphasis is on safety, fun and
learning. All sports are presented in a positive and
SENIOR SQUIRTS MULTI SPORTS (AGES 5-6) relaxed environment with an emphasis on
This program enables children aged 5-6 to experience participation, interaction and communication.
a variety of sports throughout their session. An
introductory level program, it is the perfect stepping ACTIVITY CODE: 309704 A
stone for children who have graduated from Multi Saturdays, April 23 - June 18 (No class May 28)
Sports Squirts program or for children looking for 3:00-3:50 pm AGE: 2-3 FEE: $180
their first ever sports experience. Players will learn LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field
key skills through small-sided scrimmages in a variety 94 Boggs Hill Road
of sports including Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball and Track
& Field. All Senior Squirts curricula create an ACTIVITY CODE: 309704 B
environment which enables players to develop and Wednesdays, April 20 - June 15 (No class May 4)
progress within sport. Please note: sports may vary 3:00-3:50 pm AGE: 2-3 FEE: $180
by location. LOCATION: Edmond Town Hall Gym, 45 Main Street
ACTIVITY CODE: 309509 A INSTRUCTOR: US Sports
Wednesdays, April 20 - June 15 (No class May 4;
Make-up date June 22)
5:00-5:50 pm AGE: 5-6 FEE: $180
LOCATION: Edmond Town Hall Gym, 45 Main Street
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports 18PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: US SPORTS T-Ball /Volleyball
SQUIRTS T-BALL (AGES 3-4) T-BALL: PARENT & ME SQUIRTS (AGES 2-3) This
This class is the perfect introduction to baseball series is a fun and positive introduction to T-Ball
and softball for your young slugger. T-Ball for children aged 2-3 and their parents. With a
programs are designed to develop skills including parent participating by their side, kids will have
hitting, catching, throwing and base-running. Using fun learning the fundamental skills of T-Ball
age appropriate equipment, children will learn the through a program of structured activities, fun
fundamentals and rules of the game in a safe and based games and scrimmages. Each session
structured environment. Each T-Ball session focuses on maximizing participation and learning
consists of a series of fun games and activities through a variety of fun games designed to
that encourage skill development, teamwork and stimulate a child’s imagination and develop
most importantly, fun! At the end of each session, motor skills. This is an excellent opportunity for
players will put their newly-learned skills into you to spend quality time together while easing
action in a T-Ball scrimmage. Bring your glove if your child into social situations with support and
you’d like. confidence.
ACTIVITY CODE: 309805 A ACTIVITY CODE: 309807 A
Sundays, April 24 - June 19 (No class May 28) Sundays, April 24 - June 19 (No class May 29)
10:00-10:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180 9:00-9:50 am AGE: 2-3 FEE: $180
LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field
94 Boggs Hill Road LOCATION: Head O’ Meadow School, Field
94 Boggs Hill Road
ACTIVITY CODE: 309805 B INSTRUCTOR: US Sports
Wednesdays, April 20 - June 15 (No class May 4)
4:00-4:50 pm AGE: 3-4 FEE: $180
LOCATION: Edmond Town Hall Gym, 45 Main Street
VOLLEYBALL CAMP FOR GIRLS (AGES 10-14)
This is a terrific camp to help players of all levels
reach their peak potential (from 5th through 8th
grade). The camp provides a fun, positive
atmosphere and a great training curriculum.
Based on the experience levels of participants,
training will range from fundamental skills to
advanced position specific training. The
instructor, Thomas Czaplinski, is Newtown High
School’s girls’ volleyball coach.
ACTIVITY CODE: 309608 A
Tuesdays, April 19 - June 7
5:30-7:00 pm AGE: 10-14 FEE: $150
LOCATION: Reed Intermediate School, Gym
3 Trades Lane
INSTRUCTOR: Thomas Czaplinski
19SKYHAWKS: Basketball/Multi Sports/Volleyball
SKYHAWKS HOOPSTER TOTS (AGES 2-4) NOTE: Parent participation is required for
Learning Basketball has never been more fun! These ages 2-3.5
classes focus on dribbling, shot technique, passing and ACTIVITY CODE: 309500 A
team work. Adjustable hoops and appropriately-sized Mondays, April 4 - May 9
basketballs are used to always provide just the right 4:00-4:45 pm AGE: 2 FEE: $89
amount of challenge. Parent participation is required for
ages 2-3.5. ACTIVITY CODE: 309500 B
Mondays, April 4 - May 9
Grasshoppers (Age 2): This parent participation class uses 5:00-5:45 pm AGE: 3 FEE: $89
a variety of props, songs and games to engage kids. Simple
hand-eye and movement skills are developed using ACTIVITY CODE: 309500 C
engaging games with appropriate sized, safe equipment. Mondays, April 4 - May 9
Parent participation is required for ages 2-3.5. 6:00-6:45 pm AGE: 4 FEE: $89
Froggies (Age 3): We use a variety of fun games to develop LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, Gym B
balance, movement, and basketball skills as well as 11 Queen Street
listening to instructions. Very active and fun. Parent INSTRUCTOR: Skyhawks
participation is required for ages 2-3.5.
Kangaroos (Age 4): Age appropriate, challenging skill
development games are played as well as some
introduction to basic basketball concepts. Scrimmages
are conducted each week for a portion of the dates.
SKYHAWKS MULTI-SPORT TOTS (AGES 2-4)
Introduce your little superstar to a variety of sports in our most popular program. This soccer, baseball and
basketball class uses age-appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand-eye coordination, fitness,
sports skills and child development.
NOTE: Parent participation is required for ages 2-3.5
ACTIVITY CODE: 309502 A
Mondays, May 16 - June 13
4:00-4:45 pm AGE: 2 FEE: $89
ACTIVITY CODE: 309502 B
Mondays, May 16 - June 13
5:00-5:45 pm AGE: 3 FEE: $89
ACTIVITY CODE: 309502 C
Mondays, May 16 - June 13
6:00-6:45 pm AGE: 4 FEE: $89
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, Field & Gym B, 11 Queen Street
INSTRUCTOR: Skyhawks
SKYHAWKS VOLLEYBALL CLINIC (AGES 10-14)
Skyhawks Volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one
fun-filled clinic. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on bumping, setting,
spiking, hitting and serving. This program is designed for the beginner to intermediate player.
ACTIVITY CODE: 309508 A
Wednesdays, May 18 - June 15 (No class on December 29)
5:00-7:00 pm AGE: 10-14 FEE: $135
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
INSTRUCTOR: Skyhawks
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