Youth Programs - Guilford Parks and Recreation
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Youth Programs - Guilford Parks and Recreation
Winter 2014 * www.guilfordparkrec.com Table of Contents Preschool Programs……….Pg. 3-4 Youth Programs……………….Pg. 4-8 Gymnastics Programs…………Pg. 7 Fitness Info.…..…………..Pg. 9-10 Adult Programs………………Pg. 8-11 Active Adults………………Pg. 11-12 Special Events……………Pg. 13-14 Staff Directory…………………Pg. 15 Program Info…………….……..Pg. 15 Contact Info…………….……….Pg. 16 Director’s Message The Parks and Recreation Department continues to offer affordable activities for all age groups that are recreational, social, cultural, physical and creative. Our staff works hard to try to meet the recreational needs of the community. They have planned exciting special events including “Soup with Santa” (hope it doesn’t get in his beard!), House Decorating Contest, Winter Wonderland and the Chili Cook-Off and Concert. New programs include fencing, ZUMBA Hip Hop for teens, After School Floor Hockey, Dramatic Explorations (Theater Workshop), Adult Self Defense, various new fitness programs and Family Friendly Quick Fixes. For the 55+ group we continue to offer active classes, opportunities for creative expression and delicious breakfasts and lunches. As weather permits, there will be supervised skating at Mill Pond. When there is sufficient snow, families can enjoy sledding at Bittner Park and Baldwin School and cross country skiing at Bittner Park and East River Preserve. We encourage you to stay active during the winter months and benefit from the opportunities we provide for physical fitness, creative expressions and family fun activities. Sincerely, Rick Maynard Parks and Recreation Director Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Page 2 Preschool Programs TWO’S WITHOUT YOU (AGE 2 - 3 1/4) Day: Tuesday When: January 7 - April 1 Program #: 16108 A1 Time: Where: Instructor: Day: When: Program #: W NE LITTLE SCIENTISTS Day: Monday When: January 6 - February 3 (Session 1) February 24 - March 17 (Session 2) No Class Date: January 20 Thursdays January 9 - March 27 16108 A2 No Class Dates: Time: Where: Instructor: February 18 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Community Center Rachel Narducci / Alyssa Gilbert Fee: $180 Designed for you to leave your child in a safe environment while you’re out on your own. Child will experience free play and music as well as interaction with other children. ABC AND 123’S (AGES 3-5/K) Day: Monday When: January 6 - April 7 Program #: 16102 A1 Day: When: Program #: Wednesday January 8 - March 26 16102A2 Day: When: Program #: Friday January 10 - April 4 16102 A3 No Class Dates: Time: Where: Instructor: Jan. 20; Feb. 17; March 28 9:00 - 12:30 p.m. Community Center Rachel Narducci / Alyssa Gilbert $200 Fee: REGISTER FOR ALL 3 DAYS FOR $500 PROGRAM # 16102 A4 This is a developmental program for 3-5 year olds to learn skills through parallel and cooperative play. Children will have free-play, snack, outdoor play and activity time related to weekly themes. Must be potty trained. Bring your lunch and snack. Please note: No Peanut Products. GINGERBREAD HOLIDAY HOUSES (AGES 3-6) **REGISTRATION IS NOW BEING ACCEPTED ** Day: Thursday When: December 12 Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Program #: Fee: 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Community Center Brenna Thommen & Tracy Guliani 16107 A1 $15 Grade: Time: Program#: Pre-K - K 3:00 - 3:45 p.m. 16117 A1 (session 1) 16117 A3 (session 2) Grade: Time: Program #: 1-5 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. 16117 A2 (session 1) 16117 A4 (session 2) Instructor: Little Scientist (Certified Instructor) Fee: $85 Little Scientists is an innovative leader in hands-on, minds-on, inquiry-based science education. Little Scientists has developed science lessons that allow children, in Pre-K through 5th grade, to explore many exciting science topics. Topics include “The Wonders of Volcanoes,” “The Science of Crystals,” and much More! Please note: Kathy Giroux’s programs have a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 8 participants (excluding Let’s Get Messy (min 4; max 6) to ensure the proper attention given to each child and for the social interaction among participants. WEDNESDAY MORNINGS SMALL FRY COOKING (AGES 4-6) When: January 15 - March 26 No Class Date: February 19 Time: 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. Instructor: Kathy Giroux Program #: 16113 A1 Fee: $90 Children will enjoy making non-bake culinary delights and doing hands on creative activities. A children’s cookbook will be developed throughout the session as a keepsake with all new recipes. Parents: Certain allergies may require parents/guardians to provide food substitutions. WINTER WONDERS (AGES 3-5) When: January 15 - February 12 Time: 10:45 - 11:30a.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Program #: 16105 A1 Fee: $50 Come explore the wonders of the season through experiments, crafts, stories and imaginary play. ON THE LOOSE WITH DR. SEUSS (AGES 3-5) When: February 26 - March 26 Time: 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Program #: 16110 A1 Fee: $50 Come get loose with Dr. Seuss and Mrs. Kathy as we celebrate the wonderful rhyming world of Theodore Geisel. Each week we will read a different story, finish a project, and have some movement fun. THURSDAY MORNINGS LET’S PRETEND FAIRIES & PRINCESSES (AGES 3-5) When: January 16 - February 13 Time: 9:45 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Program #: 16124 A1 Fee: $50 Gather your princess and fairy imaginations as we pretend while we make treasures and read stories all about the magical world of princesses and fairies. KIDS, KRITTERS, KRAFTS (AGES 3-5) When: February 27 - March 27 Program #: 16114 A1 Time: 9:45-10:30 a.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Fee: $50 Explore the world of nature. We’ll read a story and make a new craft with different animal themes each week. Page 3 Preschool / Youth Programs LET’S GET MESSY W/ PARENT (AGES 2- UNDER 3) When: Program # January 16 - February 13 16112 A1 When: Program # February 27 - March 27 16112 A2 Time: 10:45 - 11:30 a.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Fee: $50 Lots of ooey, gooey finger fun for children and parents. New concoctions each week to get those sensory skills ready. We’ll mix or paint or squish something new each week. Due to the room size, siblings are not allowed. PEE WEE FIT (3-5) W Monday NE January 6 February 10 No Class: January 29 Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Program #: 16106 A1 Where: Community Center Instructor: Loren Curran Fee: $50 No age is too early to couple healthy exercise with fun activities that foster athletic skills and social development. This class will introduce the value of exercise without your child even realizing they are in an exercise class. The goal is to present good health through enjoyable activities. Day: When: PEE WEE TENNIS (4-6) LEGO ENGINEERING W NE Grades: Day: When Time: Program #: 3-5 Wednesday January 8 - February 26 4:15 - 5:45 p.m. 16119 A1 Grade: Day: When: Time: Program #: K-2 Thursday January 9 - February 27 4:15 - 5:45 p.m. 16119 A2 Day: Monday When: January 6 - February 10 No Class: January 29 Time: 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. Program #: 16106 A2 Where: Community Center Instructor: Loren Curran Fee: $50 A playful introduction to the game of tennis. Each participant receives a racquet. INNER ARTISTS - GUILFORD 375TH Day: When: PEANUT BASKETBALL (AGES 4-5) Tuesday January 14 - February 4 Grades 5 - 12 Time/ Program #: 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. / 16123 A1 Grades: K-4 Time/ Program #: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. / 16123 A2 Where: Community Center Instructor: Andrea Schmidt Fee: $50 Guilford Memories - Participants will create art to be displayed around Guilford (tiles, bird houses, plates) (supplies included). Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com JUNIOR TAE KWON DO Day: When: No Class: Monday & Wednesday January 6 - March 19 Jan.20, Feb. 17 Age/Time: Program #: 4 - 6 / 4:15 - 5:00 p.m. 16104 A1 (White Belt) Age/Time: Program#: 7 - 11 / 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. 16104 A2 (White/Yellow Belt) Where: Instructor: Fee: Community Center John Cuddy $100 SPORTS R FUN (AGES 5-6) Day: Friday When January 10 - February 7 Program #: 16101 A1 Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $35 This program will include an introduction to various sports such as soccer, hockey, baseball and more. Basic drills will be taught with a recreational and fun focus. Where: Community Center Fee: $145 Let your imagination run wild with over 100,000 pieces of LEGO®! Build engineer designed projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars. Explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system with guidance of an experienced Play-Well Instructor. BASKETBALL CLINIC (AGES 6-7) Day: Saturday When: January 11 - February 8 Program #: 16116 A1 When: February 22 - March 22 Program #: 16116 A2 Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $40 This 5 week clinic will coach fundamental basketball skills including dribbling, passing, shooting and defense. Games will emphasize sportsmanship and fun. Day: Saturday When: January 11 - February 8 Program #: 16115 A1 When: February 22 - March 22 Program #: 16115 A2 Time: 2:30-3:30 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $40 Participants will be introduced to basic offensive skills (dribbling, passing, shooting) and defense. An emphasis will be placed on sportsmanship and fun. Our 5th degree black belt instructor with extensive teaching experience will introduce techniques and strategies of tae kwon do and karate, aikido, kung fu and other martial arts. The White Belt: program will cover motor skills, tumbling, basic kicks, pad work and games. The White & Yellow Belt: program is a multi-faceted program that will also introduce kickboxing and self defense. PARENTS NIGHT OUT (AGES 3-10) Day: Friday When/Program#: January 17 16222 A1 February 21 16222 A2 March 14 16222 A3 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $10 per child Page 4 Youth Programs Safe and comfortable baby-sitting for your convenience. Enjoy this time alone to have dinner, shop or take in a show while your child is supervised. Have peace of mind that they are safe and well taken care of by our professional staff. Children must be potty trained. DRAMATIC EXPLORATIONS Day: When: No Class: Friday January 10 - April 11 March 28 Grades/ Time: Program #: 5 - 7 / 3:00 - 4:30 16220 A1 Grades / Time: 3 - 4 / 4:30 - 6:00 Program#: 16220 A2 Instructors: Beth Kozarec & Lisa Labadia Fee: $150 What would it be like to never grow up? Here is your chance to find out when you join us as we journey through Neverland. Learn aspects of theater while collaborating with others to create a dramatic performance. The session will conclude with a performance for friends and family. IRISH STEP DANCE (AGES 7-16) Day: When: Thursday January 16 - March 6 Time: Program #: 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. 16213 A1 (Beginner) Time: Program #: 4:45 - 6:00 p.m. 16213 A2 (Advanced) Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Carew Fee: $95 Participants will learn both step and group dancing with a traditional style. Class starts with the Irish jig! Advanced class will continue working on steps, with an emphasis on more intricate feet movement. The dancers will start with hornpipe and continue on to other dances, set pieces and some more modern River-dance style Treble Reel steps. GUITAR LESSONS (AGES 7-14) Day: When: No Class Date: Tuesday January 7 - March 18 February 18 Time: Program #: 5:00 - 5:45 p.m. 16211 A1 (Beginner) Time: Program #: 6:00 - 6:45p.m. 16211 A2 (Beginner II) Where: Community Center Instructor: Tim Bolton Fee: $60 Basic guitar lessons to get you started and on your Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com way to knowing how to play! Children Must bring their own guitar. GUILFORD SCHOLASTIC CHESS CLUB W NE Day: Wednesday Grades: 3-8 When: January 8 - February 5 Program #: 16122 A1 Time: 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Dustin Huguenin Fee: $25 Dustin is a nationally ranked chess player! Strategies that will be taught include: Object of the game, piece movement, castling & development and More! RED CROSS BABYSITTING (AGES 11-15) Day: Monday & Wednesday When: February 10 & February 12 Program #: 16204 A1 Time: 3:30 - 7:00 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Red Cross Staff Fee: $100 Learn how to interview, generate clients, choose safe/age appropriate toys and games as well as perform first aid, safety, diapering, and more. WRESTLING (GRADES 5-6) Day: When: No Class Dates: Time: Where: Instructor(s): Program # Fee: Monday and Wednesday December 2 - February 26 12/23, 12/25, 12/30, 1/1 1/20, 2/17 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Guilford High School Craig Vedrani, Bob Swan, Rob Messer 16205 A1 $125 WRESTLING (GRADES K-2) Day: When: No Class Dates: Time: Where: Instructor(s): Program: Fee: Tuesday December 3 - February 25 12/24, 12/31, 2/18 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Guilford High School Bob Swan, Craig Vedrani, Rob Messer 16205 A2 $60 WRESTLING (GRADES 3-4) Day: When: No Class Dates: Time: Where: Thursday December 5 - February 13 12/26 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Guilford High School Instructor(s): Craig Vedrani, Bob Swan, Rob Messer Program #: 16205 A3 Fee: $75 Wrestlers will learn basic wrestling techniques and participate in fun games during each session. HOT SHOT BASKETBALL CONTEST (AGES 9 - 15) Day: Friday When: February 7 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Where: Baldwin Middle School Program #: 16223 A1 Fee: FREE (must pre-register) CT Rec. & Parks Association Hotshot Contest is a statewide event. The contest challenges a player’s speed, shooting, dribbling, and rebounding ability. Three oneminute rounds constitute the duration of play for each player. The top scorer in each division will advance. Open to boys and girls. MOUNT SOUTHINGTON SKI CLUB GRADES: 5 - 8 Day: When: Tuesday Jan. 14, 21, 28 Feb. 4 Depart Time: Return Time: Adams / Baldwin - (3:00 p.m.) TOWN HALL - (9:00 p.m.) Instructor: Recreation Staff Program #: 16212 Fee: $110 - $300 Registration Information: Please register online at www.guilfordparkrec.com OR fill out the Parks & Recreation registration form, Mt. Southington waiver and Mt. Southington rental form (if needed). Rentals: Mount Southington Agreement must be completely filled out. There are NO REFUNDS for equipment rental through Mount Southington for any reason. AFTER SCHOOL FLOOR HOCKEY GRADES 1-2 Day: When: Time: Instructor: Where: Program #: Fee: Tuesday January 7-February 4 4:15 - 5:15p.m. Recreation Staff Community Center 16202 A1 $20 Page 5 Youth Programs GRADES 3 & 4 Day: When: Time: Instructor: Where: Program #: Fee: Tuesday January 7 - February 4 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Recreation Staff Community Center 16202 A2 $20 GRADES 7-8 Day: When: No Class Date: Time: Instructor: Where: Program #: Fee: Tuesday February 11 - March 18 February 18 3:00 - 4:00p.m. Recreation Staff Community Center 16202 A3 $20 GRADES 5-6 Day: Tuesday When: February 11 - March 18 No Class Date: February 18 Time: 4:00 - 5:00p.m. Instructor: Recreation Staff Where: Community Center Program #: 16202 A4 Fee: $20 Players can learn and improve on skills including puck/ball control, passing, shooting, teamwork and overall game play. Age appropriate equipment will be used. MONEY SMARTS FOR W KIDS NE Day: Tuesday When: January 9 - February 6 Ages: Time: Program#: 4-6 4:30 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. 16211 - A1 Ages: Time: Program #: 7 - 10 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 16211 - A2 Location: Community Center Instructor: Karen Cordaway Fee: $50 This is a unique class which offers age appropriate activities that incorporate money lessons. It will focus on short and long term savings goals, vision boards, decision making, needs versus wants, and other basics of managing money. The students will make wallets, decorate containers to store future savings, and play engaging games with moneyrelated themes. SPANISH Day: Thursday When: January 9 - February 6 Ages: K-2 Time: 4:30 p.m. - 5:25 p.m. Program#: 16121 Location: Community Center Instructor: Karen Cordaway Fee: $50 Learn basic words and phrases while enjoying games and engaging lessons that reinforce new vocabulary. Give your child an edge they deserve by empowering them to communicate effectively in a diverse world. YOUTH YOGA PROGRAMS WITH ANGELA CREAMER Day: Monday When: January 6 - March 24 No Class Dates: January 20, February 17 Grades: 1-5 Time: 4:15- 5:15p.m. Program #: 16014 A1 Fee: $75 Yoga sharpens the ability to focus and develop self discipline, but most importantly keeps the kids ACTIVE! Neighborhood Music School The Neighborhood Music School Early Childhood program offers young children their first introduction to the joy of music and movement through classes that are fun and age-appropriate. The developmentally based classes enhance motor, aural and social skills, laying the foundation for future music and dance education. Classes are designed for children ages 6 months -3 ½ years to include a parent or other care giver, enhancing strong parent-child bonds. Children ages 3-5 can continue their musical development and explore their independence in classes without a parent present. Register online at neighborhoodmusicschool.org Early Childhood Music and Movement Classes are held at Nathanael B. Greene Community Center, 32 Church Street, Guilford. Please check our website for classes offered in New Haven and Madison as well. Tuesday Wednesday Thursday December 3 – February 25 (no class 12- December 4 – February 26 (no class 12- December 5 – February 27 (no class 24-13, 12-31-13, 02-11-14,) 25-13, 1-1-14, 02-12-14, ) 12-26-13, 1-2-14, 02-13-14, ) Fee:$200 Resident/ $210 Non-resident Fee:$200 Resident/ $210 Non-resident Fee:$200 Resident/ $210 Non-resident Teddy Bear Rhythms (ages 6 mos-2 years) 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Teddy Bear Rhythms (ages 6 mos-2 years) 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. Making Music (ages 6 mos. -2 years) 9:30 – 10:15a.m. Teddy Bear Rhythms (ages 2-4) 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Teddy Bear Rhythms (ages 2-4) 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Music In Motion (ages 3 – 5) 10:30–11:15 am Instructor: Gail Etter Instructor: Gail Etter Teddy Bear Rhythms CD is included. Instructor Betsy Adler Classes run for ten weeks. For questions about class placement or progression, contact Dorota Xeller, Early Childhood Program department chair, at Neighborhood Music School, tel. 203-624-5189 x 18 or [email protected] Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Page 6 Youth Gymnastics Our gymnastics program is a combination of fun and learning, fostering the benefits of strength and appreciation culminating into the ultimate goal of flexibility and fitness. All classes are co-ed. Instructor: Florence Chittenden (Former Olympian Gymnast) Thursday Dates: January 9 - March 13 Fee: 45 min class = $50 / 60 min class = $60 Tumbling and Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5) 10:15 - 11:00 a.m. 16002 A2 Lil' Movers w/parent (18 months - 3 years) 11:00 - 11:45 a.m. 16002 A3 Tumbling and Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5) 2:00 - 2:45 p.m. 16002 A4 Saturday Dates: January 11 - March 15 Fee: 45 min class = $50 / 60 min class = $60 Level I (Ages 7 - 11) 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. 16003 A1 Lil' Movers (18 months - 3 years) 9:15 - 10:00 a.m. 16003 A2 Tumbling and Stumbling (Ages 4 - 6) Tumbling & Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5 ) 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. 16002 A5 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. 16002 A6 Movers & Shakers (Ages 5 - 7) 16003 A3 Level I (Ages 7 - 9) 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. 11:15 - 12:15 p.m. Level II 5:45 - 6:45 p.m. Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com 16003 A4 16002 A7 Page 7 Youth / Adult Programs ZUMBA KIDS (GRADES 1 - 6) Day: Wednesday When: January 8 - April 2 No Class Date: February 17 Time: 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Instructor: Aleen Stanton Where: Community Center Program #: 16012 A1 Fee: $35 This class is a cardio dance fitness class with simple steps that focus on all the muscle groups in a fun hip-hop, ab and zumba dance movement. Students will learn the focus point method of breathing to tone and stretch all muscles in a fun dance class with great music! ZUMBA HIP HOP (GRADES 7+) Day: Tuesday When: January 7 - April 1 No Class Date: February 18 Time: 3:45 - 4:40 p.m. Instructor: Aleen Stanton Where: Community Center Program #: 16012 A2 Fee: $35 This class is a great cardio workout that incorporates the latest hip-hop music! It will be one hour of warm-up, cardio, cool-down and stretching. YOUNG CHEFS OF GUILFORD (GRADES 3-7) Day: Thursday When January 16 Program #: 16221 A1 Come join us and make homemade ravioli. We will make and assemble them all during class so when you go home that night all you have to do is boil them and have a tasty meal for you and your family to enjoy. Day: Thursday When February 13 Program #: 16221 A2 This month we will be making chocolate covered apples. We will place sticks in our apples, coat them with chocolate and decorate them with sweet little candies and them bag them up to either give as a gift or enjoy at home. Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Day: Thursday When March 13 Program #: 16221 A3 This workshop we will be making shamrock pretzels to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day! We will be measuring, mixing, kneading and baking our own pretzel dough to take home and enjoy. Day: Thursday When April 10 Program #: 16221 A4 Lets have fun making the best blueberry muffins ever! Come and join us while we prepare and make the blue berry muffins from scratch. Time: 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Joanna Sicilano, Fee: $25 At the end of each workshop the Young Chefs will leave with a packet of info on how to recreate what we made in class and tasty treats for their family to try. W ADAMS AFTER NE SCHOOL PROGRAM (GRADES 7 & 8) Dates: January 6 - June 23 Time: 2:45 - 5:30 p.m. Fee: $35 (monthly) “Adams After-School” is a comprehensive program that provides the middle school population with a safe, supervised environment enabling youth to interact socially, collaborate on community efforts, and have an overall enjoyable experience. Note: All participants must be registered and code of conduct MUST be completed. YOUTH ADVENTURE CLUB Grades: 5-8 Day: Fridays When: Jan. 17, 24, 31; Feb. 7 Program #: 16214 A2 Time: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Where: Community Center Fee: $150 Enjoy a Friday night out with your friends, at a different site each date. Possible trips include rollerblading, hibachi & movie, Yale hockey game, and bowling. CLASSICAL FENCING W PROGRAM AGES 15+ NE Day: Wednesday When: January 8 - March 12 Time: Program #: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 12122 A1 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Program #: 12122 A2 Where: Community Center Fee: $75 Beginner Fencers will learn the guard position (en garde), basic footwork, the concept of fencing distance (measure), and how to grip the foil. Fencers will be introduced to engagement, lines of attack, parry and riposte. The final class will allow the opportunity for fencing bouts. SELF-DEFENSE W NE (AGES 16+) Day: Saturday When: January 11 - February 8 Time: 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Where: Community Center Program #: 12121 A1 Instructor: John Cuddy Fee: $50 Learn how to think critically and make sound decisions about your home and personal safety with 5th degree black belt instructor John Cuddy. He teaches the motor skills and movement patterns you need in order to defend yourself. He will help you develop poise and confidence to react effectively in dangerous situations, and he will also help you understand your own limitations as they apply to selfdefense. Page 8 that meet multiple days are color coded. with a white background meet once a week only. with black backgrounds are 1 day workshops only. Classes Classes Classes Friday January 10 - April 4 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. ABSolution - 12403 A1 (Recreation Staff) 7:05- 8:00 p.m. Cross Training - 12411 A1 (J.Haggerty) 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Strength & Stretch -12408 A1 (B. Errato) 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Yoga - 12109 A3 (C. Gaynor) 9:50 - 10:45 a.m. Step & Strength - 12407 A1 (J. Tierney / J. Haggerty) 1 day:$35; 2 days:$65; 3 days:$75 All Other Fitness Classes: 10 - 11:30 a.m. Yoga for Beginners 12410 A2 (L. Corcoran) 12411 A1 - (J. Tierney) Stability Ball & Drums Alive 8:15 -9:45 a.m. 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Yoga - 12410 A1 (A. Creamer) January 11 - April 5 Saturday No Program Dates: January 20, February 17 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. - 1/24/14 Women’s Postmenopausal Workshop ( 1 day only) (Fee: $15) (L. Corcoran) Program #: 12109 - A4 9:50 - 10:45 a.m. Cardio Dance - 12406 A1 (A. Stanton) 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Yoga - 12108 A4 (S. Brinigar) 8:50 - 9:45 a.m. 8:50 - 9:45 a.m. Cardio Tone - 12405 A1 Cardio Dance - 12406 A2 (L. Corsini) (A. Stanton) 7:45 - 8:40 a.m. Sculpt Fusion 12401 A2 (S. Miller) 7:00 - 7:45 a.m. 7:00- 7:55 a.m. Sunrise Bootcamp -12402 A1 Sculpt Fusion - 12401 A1 (S. Miller) (E. Hetrick) January 9 - April 3 Thursday Fee For Programs: Yoga: $85 7:05 - 8:00 p.m. 7:05 - 8:00 p.m. ZUMBA Hip Hop - 12417 A1 ZUMBA - 12417 A2 (A. Stanton) (M. Moore) 7:05- 8:00 p.m. Cross Training - 12414 A1 (J.Haggerty) Fitness Calendar Notes: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Strength & Stretch - 12408 A1 Tabata - 12412 A1 (B. Errato) (E. Hetrick) 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Yoga - 12109 A2 (L. Corcoran) 6:00 -7:00 p.m. Kickboxing - 12409 A1 (E. Hetrick) 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. Yoga - 12109 A1 (C. Gaynor) 4:00 - 4:40 p.m. ZUMBA Kids - 16012 A1 Grades 1 - 6 (A. Stanton) (see page 5) 3:45 - 4:40 p.m. ZUMBA Hip Hop - 16012 A2 Grades 7+ (A. Stanton) (see page 6) 4:45 - 5:45 p.m. Exercise Express (L. Krauchick) 9:50 - 10:45 a.m. Cardio Dance - 12406 A1 (A. Stanton) 9:50 - 10:45 a.m. Step & Strength - 12407 A1 (J. Tierney / J. Haggerty) 9:50 - 10:45 a.m. Cardio Dance - 12406 A1 (A. Stanton) 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Yoga - 12108 A3 (Recreation Staff) 8:50 - 9:45 a.m. A1 Cardio Dance - 12406 A2 (A. Stanton) 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Yoga - 12108 A2 (A. Beale) 12405 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Yoga - 12108 A1 (L. Corcoran) 8:50 - 9:45 a.m. 8:50 - 9:45 a.m. Cardio Tone -12405 A1 Cardio Tone(J. Haggerty) (L. Corsini) 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. ABSolution - 12403 A1 (L. Corsini) 7:45 - 8:40 a.m. Sculpt Fusion 12401 A2 (S. Miller) 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. ABSolution - 12403 A1 (L. Corsini) January 8 - April 2 Wednesday 7:00 - 7:45 a.m. 7:00- 7:55 a.m. Sunrise Bootcamp - 12402 A1 Sculpt Fusion - 12401 A1 (E. Hetrick) (S. Miller) January 7 - April 1 7:00- 7:55 a.m. Sculpt Fusion - 12401 A1 (S. Miller) Tuesday Monday January 6 - March 31 Fitness Class Descriptions YOGA FOR BEGINNERS: (SATURDAYS: 10:00 - 11:30 A.M.) A class designed for beginners as well experienced yogis yearning for deeper knowledge of the practice. Explore the foundations of asana (posture) from the ground up while gaining flexibility and a heightened sense of body awareness. Dive deeper into the philosophy of yoga, master various breathing techniques, learn energy anatomy and feel more confident on your mat. This class spans the full spectrum of yoga and lends itself to more than just the physical practice. Please see all other yoga program descriptions online. EXERCISE EXPRESS: (TUESDAYS: 4:45 - 5:45 P.M.) Get "on board" with a one-day-a week fitness program that will improve your overall wellness with cardio and strength “TRAIN”ing. Expect something different every class to keep your interest. This one day addition is perfect for the exerciser who wants to add another class to their current program, the exerciser who is getting back into the room after the nice summer weather outside or the exerciser who wants to get back into a group setting. You can feel confident that whatever your fitness level you'll get a great workout. SUNRISE BOOTCAMP: (TUESDAY/THURSDAY: 7:00 - 7:45 A.M.) Get in, Get Out, Get your day started right! Sunrise Bootcamp is based on High Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T); work as hard as you can for a specified period of time (30 seconds, 40 seconds, etc.) then recover for a specified period of time (20, seconds, 10 seconds, etc). This technique is one of the best ways to burn fat and increase cardiovascular endurance in a short period of time. The class begins with a warm up, followed by 30 minutes of H.I.I.T., cool down, and stretch. Each class is different, focusing on different muscle groups, training techniques, and H.I.I.T. configurations. You won’t believe how much fun you can have working so hard! KICKBOXING: (MONDAYS: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.) Kickboxing combines dynamic and static kicking and punching combinations and is a wonderful way to improve your aerobic fitness. This class is designed to improve coordination, flexibility, balance, and strength. Mixed Martial Arts specific blasts are interspersed with easy-to-follow combinations. Kickboxing finishes with sports specific core work and a well-deserved stretch. 1lb weighted gloves are recommended, but not required. TABATA/H.I.I.T. : (WEDNESDAYS: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.) Based on the principles of Tabata and H.I.I.T, this class is one of best ways to improve your cardiovascular fitness in the least amount of time, as well as burn fat without causing your body to burn your own muscle tissue. The class begins with a warm up, followed by 30 - 40 minutes of interval training blasts, cool down, and stretch. Each class is different, focusing on different muscle groups, training techniques, and Tabata and H.I.I.T. configurations. SCULPT FUSION: (MON/WED/FRI: 7:00 - 7:55 A.M.) OR (TUES/THURS 7:45 - 8:40 A.M.) A total body strength conditioning workout designed to sculpt, tone and strengthen all the major muscle groups with simple moves using free weights, bars, balls, and bands. This class blends strength training with core and toning moves to not only sculpt muscles, but to also improve mobility, stability, balance, and posture while having fun! STABILITY BALL AND DRUMS ALIVE: (SATURDAYS: 8:15 - 9:45 A.M.) This class will improve your overall well being by strengthening muscles and increasing postural stability. This class targets core musculature and improves balance and coordination. In addition, the Drums Alive element is designed to utilize whole brain-whole body thinking by developing sensorimotor reflexes, kinesthetic awareness, and the synchronization of both brain hemispheres. Participants MUST provide their own ball. STEP AND STRENGTH: (TUES/THURS: 9:50 - 10:45 A.M.) This class will provide a total body workout with instruction in proper stepping skills as well as low impact segments. Weight training and stretching will be incorporated to balance and enhance this overall aerobic and anaerobic experience. Previous stepping experience is preferred but not required. CARDIO DANCE: (MON/WED/FRI: 9:50 - 10:45 A.M.) OR (WED/FRI: 8:50-9:45 A.M.) This class is a cardio dance fitness class with simple steps that focus on all the muscle groups in a fun hip hop, AB and ZUMBA dance fitness movement. You will learn how to do the focus point method of breathing in your movements to tone the transverse abdominous or “tummy tuck” muscle and get an overall toning and stretching of the body. CARDIO TONE: (MON/TUES/THURS: 8:50 - 9:45 A.M.) Cardio Tone combines the definition of muscles and cardio exercise for a total body workout. Participants will improve cardio endurance and increase muscle strength with resistance training. The workout will include body bars, bands weights and floor work to provide a higher intensity workout within your limits. ABSOLUTION: (MON/WED/FRI 8:00 - 8:45 A.M.) Tone your abs and wake up your joints! We will focus on abdominal and core conditioning combined with a warm-up and overall stretching to maintain flexibility. All levels welcome! Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Page 10 Adult / Active Adult Programs (55+) CPR / FIRST AID BASICS (AGE 16 & UP) Day: Monday When: February 24 (CPR) Program #: 12103 A1 When: March 10 (First Aid) Program #: 12103 A2 Time: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Where: Guilford Emergency Complex Instructor: Fire Department Program #: 12103 A1 Fee: $60 Infant, child and adult CPR will be included in the CPR course. Emergency Care and Safety Institute certification is good for 2 years. Class DOES NOT include AED certification. GUILFORD ENGINES FOR BOATS, LINES AND KNOTS, WEATHER AND BOATS RADIO COURSE Day: Tuesdays When: February 4, 11, 18 Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Where: Community Center Fee: $60 Program #: 12107 A1 This is a three night introductory course touching on the fundamentals of engine operation and how to care for a boat's engine. Useful knots will be demonstrated and the student will be able to try their hand at making them. Basic weather patterns and precautions as well as other weather tips will be discussed. Different types of radios that can be used on recreational boats, the proper use of the radio antenna selection and other topics will also be discussed. FAMILY FRIENDLY W QUICK FIXES NE Day: Wednesday When: January 8 Topic: Lunch Box Make-Overs Healthy, simple twists on the boring lunch box routine. Day: When: Topic: Wednesday March 5 Dessert Do-Overs Classic family treats packed with a nutritious punch! Day: When: Topic: Wednesday February 5 Brain Power Breakfast Good-bye sugary cereal and cold milk! Hello to fast and fresh breakf Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com ast ideas to keep tummy's full til' lunchtime. Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Shannon Pappert Fee: $20 A monthly contributor to CBS's Better Connecticut, and host to numerous live TV cooking segments, Boddler Bites, Food in a Flash author, Shannon Pappert, will be teaching 3 healthy, practical cooking classes for parents. Her book has been recognized by Rachael Ray, Parents, Parenting, Babytalk, Kiwi and others. WOMEN’S W POSTMENOPAUSAL NE WORKSHOP Day: Friday Date: January 24, 2014 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Program #: 12109 A1 Instructor: Lynda Corcoran Fee: $15 During this workshop yoga postures, and pranayama will be explored to reduce some of the symptoms related to post menopause. LOW IMPACT AEROBICS/ WEIGHT TRAINING #10208 Day: Tuesday and Friday When: January 7 - April 4 Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Barbara Corso Fee: $45 Excellent program for cardio & stretching exercises. HULA #10203 Day: Monday When: January 6 - March 31 Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. No Class: January 20; February 17 Instructor: Joanne Wilder Fee: $15 Learn traditional hula moves and learn about island culture. Helps to trim the waistline and improve strength, flexibility and balance. TAI CHI #10206 Day: Tuesday & Friday When: January 7 - April 4 Time: 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. (advanced) 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. (beginner) 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (intermediate) Instructor: Fee: Martin Reichgut $60 one day / week $105 two days / week Come participate in this gentle form of exercise and moving meditation. This is a safe and effective way to improve strength, flexibility, memory, concentration and stress management. FRENCH CONVERSATION #10210 Day: Monday When January 6 - March 31 No Class: January 20; February 17 Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Instructor: Candace Routh Fee: $30 Parlez-Vous Francais? Would you like to? Come join the French class! All levels welcome from beginner to advanced. Not a grammar class but an opportunity to learn conversational phrases and French culture. BODY WISE #10201 Day: Tuesday & Thursday Date: January 3 - April 3 Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Elizabeth Santoro Fee: $30 A safe program of gentle exercise and movement designed to increase flexibility, muscle tone, bone density, and improve circulation, balance and coordination. CHAIR YOGA #10217 Day: Monday Date: January 6 - March 31 Time: 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. No class: January 20; February 17 Instructor: Lynda Corcoran Fee: $40 Protect yourself from stiffness through a program of gentle stretching, proper breathing and relaxation techniques. Improve your posture and sense of balance to help reduce your risk of falling. SPANISH #10205 Day: Tuesday Date: January 7 - April 1 No Class Date: February 25 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Esther Bracken Fee: $30 !Bienvenidos! All levels welcome from beginner to advanced. Learn to converse with fellow students. A new language helps keep the mind sharp. Page 11 Active Adult Programs (55+) WATER STRIDES #10211 Day: Monday or Wednesday When: January 6 - March 31 January 8 - April 2 No Class: January 20; February 17 Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Where: Soundview YMCA (Branford) Instructor: YMCA Staff Fee: Monday - $55/ Wednesday - $65 A great water aerobics class. A variety of moves and equipment make this a versatile and challenging class. The pool is heated and includes a gentle ramp for pool entry. PICKLEBALL #10204 Day: Wednesday & Friday When: January 8 - April 4 No Class Date: January 29 Time: 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $20 Played with a low net, wooden paddles and a ball similar to a whiffle ball. A combination of ping pong, tennis and badminton. ITALIAN # 10213 Day: Friday When: January 10 - April 4 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Instructor: Massima Lunato Fee: $30 Italian is back! All levels welcome from beginner to advanced. A fun opportunity to learn to converse with fellow students. A new language helps keep the mind sharp. OIL PAINTING 101 #10212 Day: Thursday When: January 9 - April 3 Time: A1 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. A2 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Emer Gearheart Fee: $60 Explore the wonderful world of art by starting with a black and white painting and progress to color. Express your creativity to increase flexibility, muscle tone, bone density, and improve circulation, balance and coordination. ZUMBA GOLD #10209 Day: Monday or Wednesday When: January 6 - February 19 Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. No class: January 20; February 17 Instructor: Christine Reaske Fee: Mon. = $35 / Wed. = $40 So much fun you won’t even realize you are exercising. Latin rhythms and dance steps promote core strength, flexibility and muscle tone. BALLROOM LINE DANCE #10202 Day: Friday When: January 10 - April 4 Time: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Instructor: Karen Pfrommer Fee: $25 Remember those songs and dances you love and the wonderful memories they invoke while having fun and getting fit. Come and Cha Cha to Tea for Two, Waltz to Moon River and Mambo to Tequila. Done in line format so no partner needed helps keep the mind sharp. COMPUTER CLASSES The following classes are offered to Guilford residents through the Town of Madison. Computer Basics for Beginners CARDIO WORKOUT GOLD #10220 iPad Basics for Beginners Day: Tuesday & Thursday E-Bay: Buying & Selling Online Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Contact Guilford Parks & Rec. for more When: January 7 - April 3 details (203) 453-8068. Instructor: Joyce Tierney & Chrstine Reake Fee: $50 This class offers a full body workout. Warm up, get the heart rate going and then cool down. SOCIAL PROGRAMS Day Time Friday 12:45 - 2:00 p.m. Monday 12:30 - 3:00 p.m. Thursday 9:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Knitting Monday 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Men’s Conversation Monday 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Pinochle Tuesday/Friday 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. X-Mas Crafts/Sewing Monday 10:00a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Mah Jongg Monday 9:30 - 12:00 p.m. Wednesday 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Senior Chorus Tuesday 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Wii Bowling Thursday 10:00 - 12:00 p.m. Scrabble Wednesday 10:15 - 12:00 p.m. Bocce Tuesday or Thursday 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Program Bingo Bridge Please call the office for information on how to join in the fun. Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com SITTING TAI CHI W #10216 NE Day: Tuesday When: January 7 - April 1 Time: 11:00am - 12:00 p.m. Instructor: Elizabeth Santoro Fee: $30 This class uses gentle flowing movements to improve overall health and well-being. Sitting Tai Chi is designed for anyone not able to participate in a more traditional standing class but still wanting to reap the benefits of this ancient Chinese art. HOT MEALS Hot Meals are available at the Community Center on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for a fee. Stop at the office for a monthly menu. Breakfast is also available Monday - Friday from 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. NEED LEGAL OR MEDICARE ASSISTANCE Call (203) 453-8086 for more information and to set up an appointment. TRANSPORTATION Transportation Services are available within Guilford and surrounding towns for medical appointments and within Guilford for errands, food shopping, hairdresser appointments, etc.. Page 12 Special Events Guilford Parks & Recreation’s 3rd Annual *Prizes Awarded to the Top 3 Competitors* Whether you come to compete or just plain eat you and your family are bound to have an afternoon of great fun! oncert cial C ing Spe Featur Ch i Co De ldr ok ss en’ P -O er s #1 rogr ff t 11 am To o 04 A2 # by: Guilford Parks & Recreation www.guilfordparkrec.com Yoga Night To benefit the Guilford Food Bank Thursday, January 2nd 5:30 - 7:00 pm $10 (plus a donation of a non-perishable food item) Program #: 12118 A1 *Must Register before 4:30 pm on January 2* Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Page 13 Special Events Houses will be judged from December 16-December 20 Lights must be on from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Categories include: Originality, creativity, general beauty, holiday spirit, humor, and technological difficulty. www.guilfordparkrec.com Program #: 11102 December 20 5:00 - 7:00 pm $5 Per Person (everyone must register) Program #: 11106 All of Santa's favorites including a bowl of soup with a grilled cheese sandwich with cookies for dessert. Bring your camera and take a picture with jolly old St. Nick. Purc ha in ad se your wris van & R ce at the tbands ec. O Par www order ffice or ks o nlin .gu Prog ilfordpa e r ram #: 1 krec.com 1110 . Wristbands ($5) Include: DJ, Face painting, Donkey Rides, Moon bounces, Warming Bus, Game station, Race track, Caricatures, Horse drawn carriage rides, and more! Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Page 14 Our Staff Program Information ICE SKATING: Weather permitting Mill Pond will be open for supervised INCLUSION POLICY: The Recreation Department intends to comply skating. Call the information line at 453-8134 or Parks & Recreation for hours with the A.D.A. regulations. Participation in many of our non-adaptive proand terms. grams is possible for those with special needs. Our programs and services are designed to be consistent with the principles of inclusion, natural supports, NEW TO TOWN: Come in and find out what we have to offer. We have normalization, and least restrictive environments. We do request advance programs, classes, trips, and facilities for all ages. We will be happy to make an notice, however, to ensure that any needed personalized accommodations will appointment to show you around and explain any program of interest to you. be met. We look forward to meeting you! SCHOLARSHIP: Scholarships are available for all programs based on eligiPAYMENT: Payment must be made in full at the time of registration. There bility, please inquire. is a $30 charge for all checks returned by the bank. Programs are not prorated. Donations received will go to the Florence Chittenden Scholarship OOPS!: We apologize in advance for any mistake you may find in this broFund to help a needy child go to summer day camp. Non-Residents must add chure. Due to the continuous program information updates, rescheduling an additional $10 per participant per program. issues, as well as other circumstances, some information is subject to change or errors may occur. INCLEMENT WEATHER: Program cancellations are announced on the weather line. If school is canceled due to inclement weather, day programs are cancelled. After school and evening program cancellations will be announced NOTE: All costs associated with the printing and mailing of this brochure on the weather line (see number above). If school is delayed, recreation pro- are covered by program fees. grams begin as scheduled. Weather updates can also be found Mon-Fri at MAKEUP CLASSES: Every effort will be made to makeup any cancelled www.guilfordparkrec.com. class date. However, due to extenuating circumstances, this is not always posREFUND POLICY: Since programs are self-supporting and commitments sible. We apologize for any inconvenience. No refunds will be given. need to be made to instructors and staff, the following is the department’s refund policy. Please read carefully before registering for a program. PARTICIPATION: Participants may only attend the day and time of the • A full refund will automatically be given for any program cancelled by the program for which they are registered. Only persons registered in a Department. program may participate in that program. • A partial refund may be given when requested in writing up to one week prior to the start of a program. CANCELLATION POLICY: We reserve the right to set a minimum and • Once the decision has been made to run a particular program, no refund will maximum for each program and to cancel any program due to low enrollment be given unless there is a medical emergency and a doctor’s note must be or weather conditions. One week prior to a program start date a decision will provided. be made to cancel or run the program. * No refunds will be given for any used portion of a program. Winter 2014, www.guilfordparkrec.com Page 15 Contact Information / Registration Form PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERS Ralph Schipani, Chairman Barbara Pine, Vice Chairman Jenny Carrillo Rose Dostert John Jagielski Suzanne McDermott Nathanael B. Greene Community Center Office Hours: Monday through Friday 32 Church Street 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Guilford, CT 06437 Phone: (203) 453-8068 Fax: (203) 453-8456 Weather Line: (203) 453-8134 www.guilfordparkrec.com Sue Robins Judy Sullivan Jack Penders Kathy Stewart, Clerk Commission meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 7:00p.m. at the Community Center. “like” Town of Guilford on Facebook for Important Updates www.facebook.com/town.guilford.ct Comments, suggestions, idea for a new program—Contact Ellen Clow, Recreation Supervisor at [email protected] or Terry HollandBuckley, Seniors Coordinator at [email protected].