PRE - SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN - FALL 2010

Nike Tykes Preschool
Nike Tykes is a licensed preschool program which will operate its new season September 2010 through June 2011. For detailed program information, contact Nike Tykes at 647-3168.
Class: Fun Tykes
Ages: age 3 as of 12/31/10
Mon, Wed., Fri. A.M. 9:30 - 12:00
Tues. Thurs. A.M. 9:30 - 12:00
Tues., Thurs. P.M. 12:30 - 2:30

Class: On Our Way
Ages: age 4 as of 12/31/10
Tues., Thurs. A.M. 9:00 - 11:30
Tues., Thurs. P.M. 12:30 - 2:30
Mon., Wed., Fri. P.M. 12:30 - 2:30

Partners in Play
Program is designed to provide young children with a great opportunity to discover learning through music, movement, and arts and crafts. They will experience socialization while parents or caregivers are present. Siblings under one year and not mobile are allowed to attend Wee Two, Wonder Years and Happy Together. Older siblings are not allowed.
Instructor: Karen Rowell
Location: Center Springs Park

Class: Wonder Years
Ages: 1-2 years
Meets: T, 9/21-12/14, 9:15-10:15 a.m. (no class 11/2)
Fee: $54/$62 (nr)
Meets: Th, 9/23-12/16, 10:30-11:30 am (no class 11/11, 11/25)
Fee: $50/$57 (nr)

Class: Wee Two
Ages: 2-3 years
Meets: T, 9/21-12/14, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (no class 11/2)
Fee: $54/$62 (nr)
Meets: Th, 9/23-12/16, 9:15-10:15 am (no class 11/11, 11/25)
Fee: $50/$57 (nr)
Meets: F, 9/24-12/17, 9:30-10:30 a.m. (no class 11/26)
Fee: $54/$62 (nr)

Class: Happy Together
Ages: 2.5 years and up
Meets: M, 9/20-12/13, 9:30-11 a.m. (no class 10/11)
Fee: $78/$90 (nr)
Meets: W, 9/22-12/15, 9:30-11 a.m. (no class 11/24)
Fee: $78/$90 (nr)

Preschool Sport Development
Parents work together with their children in a supportive environment to learn all the sport basics.
Start Smart Basketball
Teaches children (3-5) a variety of basketball skills
including: dribbling/ball handling, shooting, passing,
catching, and running/agility.
Instructor: Rec Staff
Location: Community Y Rec Center Gym
Session 1: Sa, 10/16-11/20, 10-11 a.m.
Session 2: Sa, 10/16-11/20, 11-12 noon
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN - FALL 2010

R.O.C.K Recreation on Campus For Kids
Outdoor Soccer
Recreation instructional program brought to your child’s elementary school immediately after school one day per week. This program is offered at select schools, but is open to all elementary school students grades 2-5 regardless if they attend that school or not. Transportation is not provided from other schools. Children attending the school where the program is held will be dismissed to the gymnasium immediately following the dismissal bell.
Instructors: Staff
Fee: $30, $15 (YWCA Kidslink Participant)
Buckley: M, 10/4-11/15, 3:20-4:20 p.m. (no class 10/11)
Bowers: T, 10/5-11/23, 3:20-4:20pm (no class 11/2,11/16)
Keeney: W, 10/6-11/10, 3:20-4:20pm
Martin: Th, 10/7-12/2, 3:20-4:20pm (no class 11/11, 11/18, 11/25)

Indoor Youth Basketball Leagues
Team play with emphasis on fundamental instruction.
Instructor: Rec Staff and Volunteer Coaches
Fee: $30, $20 second sibling, $10 additional sibling

League: Fundamentals
Ages: 6-7 years as of 12/31/10
Date: F, 12/3-2/4, 6-7 or 7-8 p.m.
League: Boys Pee Wee
Ages: 8-9 years as of 12/31/10
Date: Sa, 12/4-2/5, 9 a.m to 12 noon (game times vary)
Mandatory Evaluation Clinic: M, 11/8, 6:15 p.m. for
8 yrs and 7:15 p.m. for 9 yrs (Mahoney Rec Center)

League: Girls Pee Wee
Ages: 8-9 years as of 12/31/10
Date: Sa, 12/11-2/12, begin at 12:30-3:30 pm (game times vary)
Mandatory Evaluation Clinic: M, 11/15, 6:15 p.m. for
8 yrs and 7:15 p.m. for 9 yrs (Mahoney Rec Center)

League: Boys Midget
Ages: 10-12 years as of 12/31/10
Date: M-Th, begin 12/6-2/9, begin 6:15-8:15 p.m. (times vary)
Mandatory Evaluation Clinic: W, 11/3, 6:15 p.m. for
10 yrs and 7:15 p.m. for 11 and 12 yrs (Mahoney Rec)

League: Girls Midget
Ages: 10-12 years as of 12/31/10
Date: W/Th, begin 1/12-3/11, begin 6:15-8:15 p.m. (times vary)
Mandatory Evaluation Clinic: Th, 12/16, 6:15 p.m. at Illing Middle School Kelley Gym.

League: Coed Junior
Ages: 13-15 years as of 12/31/10
Date: Sa, begin 1/22-3/26, begin 1-3 p.m. (times vary)
Mandatory Evaluation Clinic: Sat., 12/18, 1 p.m. at Illing Middle School Kelley Gym.
Parent and Child Yoga
Parents and children will experience the wonderful world of yoga together. Through fun poses parent and child will work together to stretch their muscles, and improve balance and coordination. Yoga for parents and children can help to build self-esteem, confidence and strengthen the bond between parent and child.
Instructor: Colleen Zimmer
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 5 and older
Meets: T, 10/5-12/14, 5-6 p.m.
Fee: $55/$69 (nr)

Jukido Beginners
A co-ed self defense course incorporating Judo, Aikido and Karate. The emphasis is on students doing their best.
Instructor: Master Joaquin Betancourt, IKA
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 6-14
Meets: F, 10/1-12/17, 6-7 p.m. (no class 11/26)
Fee: $55/$69 (nr)

Jukido Returning
Instructor: Master Joaquin Betancourt, IKA
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 6-14
Meets: F, 10/1-12/17, 7-8 p.m. (no class 11/26)
Fee: $55/$69 (nr)

Hot Shot Contest
A free one day event for kids ages 9-15. A chance to move on to the regionals and state competition.
Instructor: Rec Staff
Date: Saturday, January 15
Time: 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: Mahoney Recreation Center
Ages: 9 to 15

Indoor Soccer
Learning the basic skills of soccer and understanding the concept of team work.
Instructor: Rec Staff
Date: Sundays, January 16 to March 13
Time: 1:15 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location: Mahoney Recreation Center
Ages: 7 to 8
Fee: $30, $20 second sibling, $10 additional sibling

PRE - SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN - SUMMER 2010

PARTNERS IN PLAY TODDLER TIME (1-2 YEARS)
This summer program is designed to provide young children with the opportunity to discover learning through music, movement, and arts & crafts. Children will experience socialization while parents or caregivers are present. The class includes Free Play Fridays from 9:30am - 11:30am where participants from all classes are welcome to drop in with their parents or caregivers to enjoy a less structured class. Siblings under one year and not mobile are welcome to attend. Older siblings are not allowed.
Instructor: Theresa Monsarrat and Karen Rowell
Location: Center Springs Building, Downstairs
Meets: T/Th/F, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Week 1: Star Spangled Fun Week, 6/28-7/2
Week 2: Safety Week, 7/12-7/16
Week 3: Animal Week, 7/26-7/30
Week 4: Water Week, 8/2-8/6 (bring suit & towel)
Week 5: Nature Week, 8/9-8/13
Fee: $17/$20(nr) per week

PARTNERS IN PLAY CREATIVE KIDS (2.5-5 YEARS)
This summer program is designed to provide young children with the opportunity to discover learning through music, movement, and arts & crafts. Children will experience socialization while parents or caregivers are present. The class includes Free Play Fridays from 9:30am - 11:30am where participants from all classes are welcome to drop in with their parents or caregivers to enjoy a less structured class. Siblings under one year and not mobile are welcome to attend. Younger mobile siblings are welcome for an extra $3. Older siblings are not allowed.
Instructor: Karen Rowell and Theresa Monsarrat
Location: Center Springs Building, Downstairs
Meets: M/W/F, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Week 1: Star Spangled Fun Week, 6/28-7/2
Week 2: Safety Week, 7/12-7/16
Week 3: Animal Week, 7/26-7/30
Week 4: Water Week, 8/2-8/6 (bring suit & towel)
Week 5: Nature Week, 8/9-8/13
Fee: $22/$25(nr) per week

NIKE TYKES PRESCHOOL MINI CAMP
A preschool/day camp program featuring music and movement, science, outdoor play, story time, creative art, snacks and free choice learning centers. Classes for 3's and young 4's, and older 4's, 5's and 6's. Registration and fees are per diem - choose your days at registration.
Registration begins on June 2nd. Non-resident registration
begins June 14th.
Fun Tykes Ages 3 and 4
Meets: M-F, 6/28-7/30, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (no class 7/5)
Fee: $14/$17 (nr) per day
Location: Nike Tykes Preschool
On Our Way Full Day Program Ages 4-6
Meets: M-F, 6/28-7/30, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (no class 7/5)
Fee: $24/$30 (nr) per day
Location: Nike Tykes Preschool
On Our Way Half Day Program Ages 4-6
Meets: M-F, 6/28-7/30, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (no class 7/5)
Fee: $14/$17 (nr) per day
Location: Nike Tykes Preschool

NIKE TYKES PRESCHOOL
The Nike Tykes Preschool is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children and licensed by the State of Connecticut. The school year follows the Manchester Public School calendar. Children ages 3-5 are served. Call 647-3168 for information or for a tour of the school (located at 255 Garden Grove Road).
Care 4 Kids participants are accepted.

START SMART PRESCHOOL SPORT DEVELOPMENT
Parents work together with their children in a supportive environment to learn all the sport basics.
Start Smart Basketball
Teaches children (3-5) a variety of basketball skills including: dribbling/ball handling, shooting, passing, catching, and running/agility.
Instructor: Kellie Sheridan
Location: Community "Y" gymnasium
Meets: M, 6/29-8/3, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

Start Smart Soccer
Teaches children (3-5) a variety of soccer skills including, dribbling, kicking, passing, trapping and more.
Instructor: Rec Staff
Location: Robertson Park Field (Rain location - Community "Y")
Meets: T, 6/28-8/9, 6-7 p.m. (no class July 5)
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

Start Smart Baseball
Teaches children (3-5) baseball skills including: hitting, catching, throwing etc.
Instructor: Kellie Sheridan
Location: Robertson Park Field (Rain location - Community "Y")
Meets: W, 7/1-8/5, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

Start Smart Golf
Teaches children (5-7) the motor skill necessary to begin
playing the game of golf.
Instructor: Kellie Sheridan
Location: Robertson Park Field (Rain location - Community "Y")
Meets: Th, 6/30-8/4, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

TENNIS LESSONS (EARLY SUMMER)
Learn to play the game of tennis stressing footwork, ground strokes, service and volleying. Bring your own racquet. David Willard, USTA Certified Instructor
Children Beginner Evenings
Ages: 4-7
Meets: M/W, 6/7-6/23, 5-5:30 p.m.
Location: Charter Oak Tennis Courts
Fee: $20/$25 (nr)
Children Beginner Evenings
Ages: 8-12
Meets: M/W, 6/7-6/23, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: Charter Oak Tennis Courts
Fee: $40/$50 (nr)

TENNIS LESSONS (SUMMER)
Learn to play the game of tennis stressing footwork, ground strokes, service and volleying. All lessons are played at the Charter Oak Park tennis courts. Bring your own racquet. David Willard, USTA Certified Instructor
Children Beginner Mornings
Ages: 4-7
Time: M-Th, 9:30-10 a.m.
Sessions: 6/21-6/24, 6/28-7/1, 7/6-7/9 (Tu-Fri), 7/12-7/15,
7/19-7/22, 7/26-7/29, 8/2-8/5, 8/9-8/12, 8/16-8/19
Fee: $14/$18 (nr) per session
Children Beginner Evenings
Ages: 4-7
Time: M/W, 5:00-5:30 p.m.
Sessions: 6/21-7/7 (no class 7/5); 7/12-7/28, 8/2-8/18
Fee: $20/$25 (nr) per session

SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN - SUMMER 2010

JUKIDO BEGINNERS
A co-ed self defense course incorporating Judo, Aikido and Karate. The main emphasis is on students doing their best.
Instructor: Master Joaquin Betancourt, IKA
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 6-14
Meets: F, 7/9-9/17, 6-7 p.m. (no class 7/30, 9/3, 9/24)
Fee: $45/$57 (nr)

JUKIDO RETURNING
Prerequisite: Jukido Beginners
Instructor: Master Joaquin Betancourt, IKA
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 6-14
Meets: F, 7/9-9/17, 7-8 p.m. (no class 7/30, 9/3, 9/24)
Fee: $45/$57 (nr)

PARENT AND CHILD YOGA
Through fun poses parent and child will work together to stretch their muscles, and improve balance and coordination.
Yoga for parents and children can help to build selfesteem, confidence and strengthen the bond between parent and child.
Instructor: Colleen Zimmer
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 5 and older
Session 1: Tu, 6/29-8/3, 5-6 p.m.
Fee: $30/$38 (nr)
Session 2: Tu, 8/10-9/21, 5-6 p.m.
Fee: $35/$44 (nr)

TENNIS LESSONS (EARLY SUMMER)
Learn to play the game of tennis stressing footwork, ground strokes, service and volleying. Bring your own racquet. David Willard, USTA Certified Instructor
Children Beginner Evenings
Ages: 4-7
Meets: M/W, 6/7-6/23, 5-5:30 p.m.
Location: Charter Oak Tennis Courts
Fee: $20/$25 (nr)
Children Beginner Evenings
Ages: 8-12
Meets: M/W, 6/7-6/23, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: Charter Oak Tennis Courts
Fee: $40/$50 (nr)

MANCHESTER TRACK CLUB - NEW
Learn the basic skills and proper technique performing on the track. Meet new people and make new friends.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Location: Manchester High School Track
Ages: 6-15 years
Meets: Wed/Thurs, 6/2 to 7/1, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Fee: $30/$20 second sibling/$10 third sibling (residents);
$50/$40 second sibling/$10 third sibling (non-residents)