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Saturday February 22, 2025
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Sat 7AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM	Winter Aqua Zumba Session 1 - Aqua Zumba Make a splash and join the party. Aqua Zumba is a pool dance party for all ages with international rhythms and fun dance moves that anyone can do. This class is for all levels. The only requirement is to have FUN.	Community Pool
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Zumba - Zumba: Winter 2025 Sat Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 1 @ Team 3 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym Side A
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 2 @ Team 4 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym Side B
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 1 - Saturdays 9:00-9:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Winter 2025 Sat A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 3 @ Team 2 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 1 - Saturdays 9:30-10:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Saturdays 10:00-10:30am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 4 @ Team 6 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Saturdays 10:30-11:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Saturdays 10:30-11:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Saturdays 11:00-11:30am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 9-12 Basketball: George Welch High School League (NBA): TEAM 1 @ TEAM 7 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 9-12 Basketball: George Welch High School League (NBA): TEAM 8 @ TEAM 2 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 9-12 Basketball: George Welch High School League (NBA): TEAM 9 @ TEAM 5 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 9-12 Basketball: George Welch High School League (NBA): TEAM 6 @ TEAM 4 Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym

Sunday February 23, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga - Yoga Fundamentals - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	CYB Reds Baseball Practice	Dodd Middle School - Gym
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Cake/Cupcake Decorating with The British Baker - Cupcake Decorating - Valentine's Day Theme (Winter 2024) The British Baker, Alison Luciana, from The Great British Cupcake, LLC will be helping students decorate cakes/cupcakes and earn a certificate of cake decorating completion! All supplies included. RESCHEDULED to February 23, 2025 - Valentine's CupcakesMake valentines extra sweet with a sprinkle of cupcake sweetness! Alison Luciana from the Great British Cupcake, /LLC is back to teach students how to decorate cupcakes that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat! Students will learn proper piping techniques, how to work with fondant, candy and chocolate to create different designs. All supplies included. Students leave with their own six unique cupcake creations in a cupcake carrier. View photos of samples of upcoming classes as well as previous course photos here.	Youth Center - Main Room
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Lacrosse - High School Boys Box Lacrosse - Lacrosse: HS Boys Winter 2025 This program will focus on lacrosse skills, fundamentals and team play concepts. Mouth guard required. Players must provide their own equipment.	CHS - West Gym

Monday February 24, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 1- 2 days/week - Aquamotion Winter 1- 2 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 1- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 10:00-10:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors February 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo with Cheshire Performing Arts Academy - Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo: Winter 2025 A beginner dance class that introduces ballet, tap and jazz to young students. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction in a positive environment. Engaging music and activities are used to get these little dancers inspired to move. Tap shoes are a must! Leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended.	Youth Center - Main Room
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 2 session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm In this class we will work on the fundamentals of being on a swim team. We will do a “practice” each evening, working on all strokes, dives, and turns. This is for the child that is unsure of being on a team and would like to experience it in a modified version.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice February 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 2 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym

Tuesday February 25, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Tue 6AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Winter Aqua Fusion Session 1 - Aqua Fusion Variety in every class! A low impact class with mindful exercises designed to improve flexibility, balance, range of motion, muscular endurance and strength and cardiovascular endurance. The water provides natural resistance with less stress and pressure on the joints. Exercises are preformed to lively, motivating music and are easy to follow. Great workout for people of all levels of fitness	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Afternoon Club - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2025 Join the Club! This weekly program is an opportunity for high school & transition students to get together with friends, play games, hang out, create simple crafts and more! Games, crafts, relaxation and more are on the agenda each week. Participants are picked up in the CHS lobby by TR staff 15 minutes prior to dismissal and walked to the Youth Center for 2 hours of fun with friends; those joining us from another program should be dropped off at the Youth Center at 2:00 p.m. Provide water and a light snack. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	Youth Center - Main Room
3:45 PM - 5:30 PM	R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E. Winter 2025 Session After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.	Yellow House
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 7 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	RESERVED	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class February 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
6:15 PM - 9:00 PM	RESERVED	Youth Center - Tabor Room
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 8 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Winter 2025 Tue A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!	Youth Center - Main Room
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 7 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 8 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B

Wednesday February 26, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Wed 9AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 1- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 10:00-10:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Walking Club - TR Walking Club Winter 2025 Keep moving! Walk, talk and enjoy some light exercise with friends. For the fall we’ll gather at the main parking lot at Lock 12. This group has a great time no matter where we walk. We average 1.5-2 miles per walk and it goes by fast with all the talking and laughing! Don’t miss out on the fun!Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	CHS - Lobby
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM	Board Games, Cards & Puzzle Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Games, Card & Puzzle Club - WINTER 2024-25 3rd-6th GradersWednesdays 4:45 p.m - 6:15 p.m.at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)(group is limited to 20 kids)Bring your friends and make new ones while playing board games. A variety of games & puzzles will be available to play each night or members can bring their favorite game from home. Each night will have a theme that members can participate in.  We’ll also have trivia & Pictionary nights and other fun interactive group games. Kids will get to create their own board game during the course of the session to bring home with them. Board games are a great way to improve social skills like communication, teamwork and confidence. Snacks will be provided each night. Spring Theme Nights:3/5    My Own Board Game & DIY Popcorn Stations      (Kids will put ideas together with the help of staff to create their own game & will get to work on these each night)3/12  CLUE & Mafia Night with Chips & Dip        (Variety of different CLUE game versions will be available to play and we'll also play the interactive Mafia game)3/19  Jeopardy Style Pop Culture Trivia & Pizza            (trivia topics to include popular music, movies, sports & more)3/26  Telestrations & Pretzel Mix Station            (A hilarious drawing and guessing game, Telestrations is when Pictionary meets Telephone!)4/2    Minute-to-Win It & Nachos Night           (fun beat the 1 minute clock team & individual challenges)4/9    Members Choice (tbd) with Pizza & Popsicles(group is limited to 20 kids)	Yellow House
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 2 session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm In this class we will work on the fundamentals of being on a swim team. We will do a “practice” each evening, working on all strokes, dives, and turns. This is for the child that is unsure of being on a team and would like to experience it in a modified version.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 10 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 3 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 1 - Monday & Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Winter Aqua Zumba Session 1 - Aqua Zumba Make a splash and join the party. Aqua Zumba is a pool dance party for all ages with international rhythms and fun dance moves that anyone can do. This class is for all levels. The only requirement is to have FUN.	Community Pool
6:15 PM - 9:00 PM	RESERVED	Youth Center - Tabor Room
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 9 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 4 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 6 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM	Girls Rock! - Girls Rock! Winter 2025 Interactive girls group        Ages:  11-13 yrs                                Building confidence, compassion & creativity one song at a time                  Each week the girls will come together to experience a small group atmosphere focused on a single song that inspires and challenges each of them to explore themes including confidence, leadership, resilience and compassion in today’s ever-changing & challenging world of being a girl. Based on that week’s song we will use group discussions, journaling, teambuilding activities, crafting and creative expression, to explore the song lyrics and to develop one’s own journey of self-esteem, goal setting, and more during their time at the club.                               (enrollment minimum 6 / max 14 participants). Healthy snacks are provided.	Yellow House
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym

Thursday February 27, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Winter Aqua Fusion Session 1 - Aqua Fusion Variety in every class! A low impact class with mindful exercises designed to improve flexibility, balance, range of motion, muscular endurance and strength and cardiovascular endurance. The water provides natural resistance with less stress and pressure on the joints. Exercises are preformed to lively, motivating music and are easy to follow. Great workout for people of all levels of fitness	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Doolittle STEAM Challenges - Winter II 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Doolittle School - Room 40
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Exploration - Advanced Winter 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center - Tabor Room
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Yoga - TR Yoga Winter 2025 Participants can increase flexibility, practice socialization skills and improve fitness. Flexibility helps the whole body stay healthy, manage stress and improve balance. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	Youth Center - Main Room
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga - Mindful Yoga - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 6 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A

Friday February 28, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 1- 2 days/week - Aquamotion Winter 1- 2 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 1- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM	Skyhawks Sports Academy & SuperTots Sports Academy - Multi-SportTots: 2 yr olds (Winter 2025) SuperTots Sports Academy Programs SuperTots Programs focus on physical development, coordination, and motor skills in a fun and engaging sport-based environment. SuperTots: Multi-SportTotsGive your little superstar an awesome first step into sports with Multi-SportTots! This class uses age-appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand/eye coordination, fitness, sport skills and child development. In this program we cover baseball, basketball and soccer. We spend two weeks on each sport so it's an individual sport focus per class, not all three sports in one 45 minute class. Parent participation is required for ages 2 & 3. Skyhawks Sports Academy Programs"TEACHING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH SPORTS"Check back for Skyhawks programs for aspiring athletes ages 5-12 soon!	Youth Center - Main Room
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM	Skyhawks Sports Academy & SuperTots Sports Academy - Multi-SportTots: 3 yr olds (Winter 2025) SuperTots Sports Academy Programs SuperTots Programs focus on physical development, coordination, and motor skills in a fun and engaging sport-based environment. SuperTots: Multi-SportTotsGive your little superstar an awesome first step into sports with Multi-SportTots! This class uses age-appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand/eye coordination, fitness, sport skills and child development. In this program we cover baseball, basketball and soccer. We spend two weeks on each sport so it's an individual sport focus per class, not all three sports in one 45 minute class. Parent participation is required for ages 2 & 3. Skyhawks Sports Academy Programs"TEACHING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH SPORTS"Check back for Skyhawks programs for aspiring athletes ages 5-12 soon!	Youth Center - Main Room
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 5 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Club: Winter 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center - Tabor Room

Saturday March 1, 2025
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Sat 7AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Zumba - Zumba: Winter 2025 Sat Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League) Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Winter 2025 Sat A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League) Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Flat Stanley session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Youth Literacy Program - Flat Stanley Adventures - Winter 2025 NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 9-12 Basketball: George Welch High School League (NBA) Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Kindness session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM	Youth Literacy Program - Youth Literacy Program: Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 9-12 Basketball: George Welch High School League (NBA) Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	LEGO Creators Club - LEGO Club Winter 2025 session Do you love all things LEGOS? Lego Creators Club is open to boys and girls who like to build and meet fellow Lego fans.  Kids  will have a chance to free build, play games, and participate in fun team challenges.  Cost: $25.00 (includes snack)Saturdays 2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.Winter 2025 Session Dates:Grades 3 & 4 (group is limited to 18 kids)meets on 1st & 3rd of the monthJanuary 4th & 18thFebruary 1st & 15thMarch 1st & 15th Spring 2025 Session Dates:  Grades 2 - 4(group is limited to 20 kids)meets weekly (does not meet on 4/19)April 5th, 12th , 26th May 3rd, 10th & 17th	Yellow House
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Yellow House Weekend Events - Winter TRIP: Glow Bowling Gr. 6-8 Drop off & Pick up @ Highland Bowling, Cheshire CT Attention:  Sat. Feb 22, 2025 80's Mystery at the Roller Rink has been CANCELED due to low enrollmentwe hope to have this event rescheduled as a Fall activity	Highland Bowl

Sunday March 2, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga - Yoga Fundamentals - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	CYB Reds Baseball Practice	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Lacrosse - High School Boys Box Lacrosse - Lacrosse: HS Boys Winter 2025 This program will focus on lacrosse skills, fundamentals and team play concepts. Mouth guard required. Players must provide their own equipment.	CHS - West Gym

Monday March 3, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo with Cheshire Performing Arts Academy - Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo: Winter 2025 A beginner dance class that introduces ballet, tap and jazz to young students. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction in a positive environment. Engaging music and activities are used to get these little dancers inspired to move. Tap shoes are a must! Leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended.	Youth Center - Main Room
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym

Tuesday March 4, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Tue 6AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (AM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (PM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Afternoon Club - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2025 Join the Club! This weekly program is an opportunity for high school & transition students to get together with friends, play games, hang out, create simple crafts and more! Games, crafts, relaxation and more are on the agenda each week. Participants are picked up in the CHS lobby by TR staff 15 minutes prior to dismissal and walked to the Youth Center for 2 hours of fun with friends; those joining us from another program should be dropped off at the Youth Center at 2:00 p.m. Provide water and a light snack. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	Youth Center - Main Room
3:45 PM - 5:30 PM	R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E. Winter 2025 Session After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.	Yellow House
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Winter II Tuesdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Winter II Tuesdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 7 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	RESERVED	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 8 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Winter 2025 Tue A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!	Youth Center - Main Room
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 7 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 8 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B

Wednesday March 5, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Wed 9AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Walking Club - TR Walking Club Winter 2025 Keep moving! Walk, talk and enjoy some light exercise with friends. For the fall we’ll gather at the main parking lot at Lock 12. This group has a great time no matter where we walk. We average 1.5-2 miles per walk and it goes by fast with all the talking and laughing! Don’t miss out on the fun!Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	CHS - Lobby
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM	Board Games, Cards & Puzzle Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Games, Card & Puzzle Club - SPRING 2025 3rd-6th GradersWednesdays 4:45 p.m - 6:15 p.m.at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)(group is limited to 20 kids)Bring your friends and make new ones while playing board games. A variety of games & puzzles will be available to play each night or members can bring their favorite game from home. Each night will have a theme that members can participate in.  We’ll also have trivia & Pictionary nights and other fun interactive group games. Kids will get to create their own board game during the course of the session to bring home with them. Board games are a great way to improve social skills like communication, teamwork and confidence. Snacks will be provided each night. Spring Theme Nights:3/5    My Own Board Game & DIY Popcorn Stations      (Kids will put ideas together with the help of staff to create their own game & will get to work on these each night)3/12  CLUE & Mafia Night with Chips & Dip        (Variety of different CLUE game versions will be available to play and we'll also play the interactive Mafia game)3/19  Jeopardy Style Pop Culture Trivia & Pizza            (trivia topics to include popular music, movies, sports & more)3/26  Telestrations & Pretzel Mix Station            (A hilarious drawing and guessing game, Telestrations is when Pictionary meets Telephone!)4/2    Minute-to-Win It & Nachos Night           (fun beat the 1 minute clock team & individual challenges)4/9    Members Choice (tbd) with Pizza & Popsicles(group is limited to 20 kids)	Yellow House
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 10 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 9 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Reserved	Youth Center - Tabor Room
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym

Thursday March 6, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pastels - Pastels	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Doolittle STEAM Challenges - Winter II 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Doolittle School - Room 40
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Winter II Thursdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Winter II Thursdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Exploration - Advanced Winter 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center - Tabor Room
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM	RESERVED	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Hangout - M.S. Hangout - Winter/Spring 2025 Grades:  7 & 8    Drop-in on Thursdays              Winter/Spring 2025 SESSION meets every other Thursday night 6:00pm-8:00pm 1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/24, 5/22 (snacks included)Special Event nights: 1/23 Early drop-in 1:30PM-5:00PM 2/20 PJ’s, Muffins & a movie 6:00PM-8:30PM 5/8 Nacho Libre Night 6:00-8:30pmCost: $25.00 Fall datesStop by with your friends on Thursday nights to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games or just hangout! No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the whole Fall season.Teens are welcome to bring food including their choice of dinner, just be conscious of nuts please	Yellow House
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga - Mindful Yoga - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 6 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B

Friday March 7, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 5 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pokemon & Video Game Club - Pokemon & Video Game Club - Winter 2025 (Gr. 4-6) Pokemon & Video Gamers ClubFridays:  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $25.00 per session   Dinner & snack included with fee. Join us at the Yellow House this Winter and Spring for a twist on our original Pokémon Club. Hang out with other Pokémon and Video Game fans. We’ll have themed nights that include board games & trivia, movie nights, occasional Switch Battles, themed crafts, snacks and more!   Space is limited to 25 students per session. Winter 2025 Session Dates:February 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stSpring 2025 Session Dates:April 11th & 25thMay 9th & 23rd	Yellow House
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM	First Friday Art Games - First Friday Art Games - March First Friday Art Games - Take a break after your work week and meet up with other adults the first Friday of each month to play art games that will boost your drawing skills and increase your creativity in a fun, low-pressure, party-like atmosphere. Art games can be the start of getting into a creative routine and being playful can be a boon to getting out of a creative rut. Potluck snacks are encouraged! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room

Saturday March 8, 2025
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Sat 7AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Zumba - Zumba: Winter 2025 Sat Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 2 - Saturdays 9:00-9:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Winter 2025 Sat A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!	Youth Center - Main Room
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Saturdays 9:30-10:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Flat Stanley session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Saturdays 10:00-10:30am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Youth Literacy Program - Flat Stanley Adventures - Winter 2025 NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Saturdays 10:30-11:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Saturdays 10:30-11:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Saturdays 11:00-11:30am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Basketball - Youth - Grades 9-12 Basketball: George Welch High School League (NBA) Youth Basketball Registration is now closed for all levels!Registration for the 2025-2026 season will begin on August 1, 2025. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents act as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here.	CHS - West Gym
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Kindness session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM	Youth Literacy Program - Youth Literacy Program: Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Safe@Home Course - Safe@Home March 8th (Saturday Afternoon) Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe and care for themselves when their parents are away for short periods of time. This is an instructor facilitated program that teaches students how to practice safe habits, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Students are also introduced to the Safe Sitter® First Aid Chart and learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. Safe@Home is ideal for students that have expressed interest in assuming the responsibility of staying home alone. The program is designed to prepare students for their first steps towards independence.  (Class Fee includes a student handbook & a gift bag). *This is not a babysitter certification course (you can register for that course through Recreation). Upcoming Courses:  Each of the upcoming courses covers the same material, please only sign up for one session.Small class sizes, 9 spots in each session. Upcoming Winter 2025 Classes:  Registration is Now Open!    Students in grades 6-8 that are interested in learning how to stay home alone safely as well as care for younger children should complete one of the SafeSitter babysitting courses.  The SafeSitter course is currently being offered by the Cheshire Park & Recreation Department several times throughout the school year.	Yellow House
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Yellow House Weekend Events - Winter - Indoor Hockey, Mighty Ducks movie (Gr. 5 & 6) Attention:  Sat. Feb 22, 2025 80's Mystery at the Roller Rink has been CANCELED due to low enrollmentwe hope to have this event rescheduled as a Fall activity	Youth Center - Main Room

Sunday March 9, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga - Yoga Fundamentals - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Spring Flowers Colored Pencil - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax-based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No class 4/19Colored Pencil Workshop - Learn how to create your very own greeting card! No drawing skills are needed. The card design will be pre-drawn for you. This is not a coloring book lesson! Students will follow a step-by-step guide, along with help from the instructor. You will learn how to layer and blend using artist quality Prismacolor pencils to achieve a professional looking card. All supplies are included. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Stained Glass - Stained Glass Dog or Cat (AM) Stained Glass - This beginning course will teach you the basic steps of cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering your very own stained glass project. Students will choose from one of the designs and create from a colorful selection of glass. Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	CYB Reds Baseball Practice	Dodd Middle School - Gym
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Painting (Kids) - Polar Bear Paint Along Painting Techniques - Students will use a variety of water media, such as acrylic and watercolor paint, to create works of art based on foundational principles. Lessons will include color theory, blending, shading and texture as they paint a variety of landscapes and still-life pieces. All levels are welcome. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No class 4/15Printmaking - Printmaking is a fun expressive art technique that allows artists to make multiple pieces of artwork from one design. No two prints are exactly alike! Students will paint, carve, stencil and stamp their designs and then use ink to transfer to paper as we explore a new method of printmaking each week. Lessons include relief printing, mono print and gelli plate. Dress for a Mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No class 4/15Paint Along - Using acrylic paint on canvas, students will learn foundational painting skills such as color/design, blending, creating texture and more. They will complete a finished painting in this one-day workshop. No experience necessary! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Stained Glass - Stained Glass Dog or Cat (PM) Stained Glass - This beginning course will teach you the basic steps of cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering your very own stained glass project. Students will choose from one of the designs and create from a colorful selection of glass. Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM	Lacrosse - High School Boys Box Lacrosse - Lacrosse: HS Boys Winter 2025 This program will focus on lacrosse skills, fundamentals and team play concepts. Mouth guard required. Players must provide their own equipment.	CHS - West Gym

Monday March 10, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 2 days/week - Aquamotion Winter 1 2 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 10:00-10:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Classical Watercolor (AM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced (AM) Colored Pencil - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax-based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No class 4/19Colored Pencil Workshop - Learn how to create your very own greeting card! No drawing skills are needed. The card design will be pre-drawn for you. This is not a coloring book lesson! Students will follow a step-by-step guide, along with help from the instructor. You will learn how to layer and blend using artist quality Prismacolor pencils to achieve a professional looking card. All supplies are included. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques (PM) Colored Pencil - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax-based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No class 4/19Colored Pencil Workshop - Learn how to create your very own greeting card! No drawing skills are needed. The card design will be pre-drawn for you. This is not a coloring book lesson! Students will follow a step-by-step guide, along with help from the instructor. You will learn how to layer and blend using artist quality Prismacolor pencils to achieve a professional looking card. All supplies are included. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo with Cheshire Performing Arts Academy - Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo: Winter 2025 A beginner dance class that introduces ballet, tap and jazz to young students. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction in a positive environment. Engaging music and activities are used to get these little dancers inspired to move. Tap shoes are a must! Leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended.	Youth Center - Main Room
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 2 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm In this class we will work on the fundamentals of being on a swim team. We will do a “practice” each evening, working on all strokes, dives, and turns. This is for the child that is unsure of being on a team and would like to experience it in a modified version.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class March 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Drawing (Adults & Teens) - Introduction to Drawing Introduction to Drawing - This course, suitable for both beginner and intermediate levels, will offer a comprehensive introduction to the foundational techniques and principles of drawing.  Working with both graphite and charcoal, students will develop skills in observation, composition, and rendering.  The class will culminate with a competed still life drawing that showcases growth and understanding of drawing techniques. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/14 Drawing with Precision - Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific skills including learning accurate “measuring,” proportionality, perspective, shading and textures. With commitment and attendance, students can expect significant improvement, not only learning how to “fix” their work, but also leaving with the ability to plan and complete realistic drawings. This class is for beginner to advanced levels. Instructor: Tony Ruggiero (6 weeks) No class 4/2 and 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym

Tuesday March 11, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Tue 6AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Winter Aqua Fusion Session 2 - Aqua Fusion Variety in every class! A low impact class with mindful exercises designed to improve flexibility, balance, range of motion, muscular endurance and strength and cardiovascular endurance. The water provides natural resistance with less stress and pressure on the joints. Exercises are preformed to lively, motivating music and are easy to follow. Great workout for people of all levels of fitness	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (AM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (AM) Oil Painting Introduction - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/19 Oil Painting Advanced - This class will offer new artists an introduction to the basics of oil painting, while allowing repeating or intermediate students a chance to sharpen their skills. Students will complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (PM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (PM) Oil Painting Introduction - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/19 Oil Painting Advanced - This class will offer new artists an introduction to the basics of oil painting, while allowing repeating or intermediate students a chance to sharpen their skills. Students will complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Afternoon Club - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2025 Join the Club! This weekly program is an opportunity for high school & transition students to get together with friends, play games, hang out, create simple crafts and more! Games, crafts, relaxation and more are on the agenda each week. Participants are picked up in the CHS lobby by TR staff 15 minutes prior to dismissal and walked to the Youth Center for 2 hours of fun with friends; those joining us from another program should be dropped off at the Youth Center at 2:00 p.m. Provide water and a light snack. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	Youth Center - Main Room
3:45 PM - 5:30 PM	R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E. Winter 2025 Session After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.	Yellow House
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Winter II Tuesdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Winter II Tuesdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	RESERVED	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool

Wednesday March 12, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Wed 9AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 2 days/week - Aquamotion Winter 1 2 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 10:00-10:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Drawing (Adults & Teens) - Drawing with Precision Introduction to Drawing - This course, suitable for both beginner and intermediate levels, will offer a comprehensive introduction to the foundational techniques and principles of drawing.  Working with both graphite and charcoal, students will develop skills in observation, composition, and rendering.  The class will culminate with a competed still life drawing that showcases growth and understanding of drawing techniques. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/14 Drawing with Precision - Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific skills including learning accurate “measuring,” proportionality, perspective, shading and textures. With commitment and attendance, students can expect significant improvement, not only learning how to “fix” their work, but also leaving with the ability to plan and complete realistic drawings. This class is for beginner to advanced levels. Instructor: Tony Ruggiero (6 weeks) No class 4/2 and 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Graphic Memoir - Graphic Memoir Graphic Memoir - Students will employ both words and pictures to tell stories from our personal histories and those that have been passed down to us from our relatives. We’ll get our “feet wet” in this sequential art experiment by creating simple cartoon “avatars” as stand-ins for ourselves and others and use them in 4-panel comics to tell stories from childhood, school days and first jobs. We’ll examine the work of cartoonists (Barry, Chast, Kochalka, Satrapi,Telgemeier) who’ve written graphic memoirs, to understand how they use pacing and lettering and how they make their pages pop through line work, areas of solid black and color. For this class we’ll be using pencil, Flair and Micron pens and colored pencils. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (6 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
2:45 PM - 4:15 PM	Homeschool Art - Homeschool Sewing (Ages 7-12) Homeschool Art - Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for the students to learn an assortment of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover the different multi-media techniques to increase confidence, strength and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill!  First learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to machine sewing.  Students will learn about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Walking Club - TR Walking Club Winter 2025 Keep moving! Walk, talk and enjoy some light exercise with friends. For the fall we’ll gather at the main parking lot at Lock 12. This group has a great time no matter where we walk. We average 1.5-2 miles per walk and it goes by fast with all the talking and laughing! Don’t miss out on the fun!Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	CHS - Lobby
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors March 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy (Gr 4-7) Sew Easy - Yes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Kids will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Begin machine sewing by tracing simple lines on thick fabric, learning how to sew forward and backwards. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and soft felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, fancy stitches and bling! Projects will include pin cushions, small pillows, LOTS of stuffed animals, bags and more. You’ll be speeding along in no time! Bring a snack. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM	Board Games, Cards & Puzzle Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Games, Card & Puzzle Club - SPRING 2025 3rd-6th GradersWednesdays 4:45 p.m - 6:15 p.m.at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)(group is limited to 20 kids)Bring your friends and make new ones while playing board games. A variety of games & puzzles will be available to play each night or members can bring their favorite game from home. Each night will have a theme that members can participate in.  We’ll also have trivia & Pictionary nights and other fun interactive group games. Kids will get to create their own board game during the course of the session to bring home with them. Board games are a great way to improve social skills like communication, teamwork and confidence. Snacks will be provided each night. Spring Theme Nights:3/5    My Own Board Game & DIY Popcorn Stations      (Kids will put ideas together with the help of staff to create their own game & will get to work on these each night)3/12  CLUE & Mafia Night with Chips & Dip        (Variety of different CLUE game versions will be available to play and we'll also play the interactive Mafia game)3/19  Jeopardy Style Pop Culture Trivia & Pizza            (trivia topics to include popular music, movies, sports & more)3/26  Telestrations & Pretzel Mix Station            (A hilarious drawing and guessing game, Telestrations is when Pictionary meets Telephone!)4/2    Minute-to-Win It & Nachos Night           (fun beat the 1 minute clock team & individual challenges)4/9    Members Choice (tbd) with Pizza & Popsicles(group is limited to 20 kids)	Yellow House
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 2 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm In this class we will work on the fundamentals of being on a swim team. We will do a “practice” each evening, working on all strokes, dives, and turns. This is for the child that is unsure of being on a team and would like to experience it in a modified version.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Winter Aqua Zumba Session 2 - Aqua Zumba Make a splash and join the party. Aqua Zumba is a pool dance party for all ages with international rhythms and fun dance moves that anyone can do. This class is for all levels. The only requirement is to have FUN.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice March 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Sewing (Adults & Teens) - Let's Get Sewing Let’s Get Sewing - Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating and troubleshooting. Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags and items for the home such as pillow covers or table runner.  All supply fees included in the cost. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym

Thursday March 13, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Winter Aqua Fusion Session 2 - Aqua Fusion Variety in every class! A low impact class with mindful exercises designed to improve flexibility, balance, range of motion, muscular endurance and strength and cardiovascular endurance. The water provides natural resistance with less stress and pressure on the joints. Exercises are preformed to lively, motivating music and are easy to follow. Great workout for people of all levels of fitness	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pastels - Pastels	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
3:15 PM - 4:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Doolittle STEAM Challenges - Winter II 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Doolittle School - Room 40
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Winter II Thursdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Winter II Thursdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chemistry Winter 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center - Tabor Room
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM	RESERVED	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga - Mindful Yoga - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room

Friday March 14, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - Craft Day Drop-in (1:30PM-3:30PM) Fri. 3/14/25   Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal) 1:30-3:30pm or 4:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp Fri. 3/21/25   March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/ppSat. 4/5/25    March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFri. 5/16/25   Video Game Truck & Pizza 6:00-9:00pm   / $10.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.org	Yellow House
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - Craft Day Drop-in (4:00PM-6:00PM) Fri. 3/14/25   Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal) 1:30-3:30pm or 4:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp Fri. 3/21/25   March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/ppSat. 4/5/25    March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFri. 5/16/25   Video Game Truck & Pizza 6:00-9:00pm   / $10.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.org	Yellow House
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Club: Winter 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center - Tabor Room
6:00 PM - 7:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Friday Night Shenanigans - TR Friday Night Paint Night Winter 2025 Who doesn't want to go out on a Friday night? Sign your child up to get together with friends and staff to hang out and have fun. It also gives parents/caregivers time to go out or just relax at home. Parents/Caregivers are responsible for all transportation.Winter 2025 Schedule of ShenanigansFriday, January 17, 2025 - Karaoke Night with DIY Pizza KitsFriday, January 31, 2025 - QU Women's Hockey vs HarvardFriday, February 7, 2025 - Extreme Air Trampoline Park Glow NightFriday, February 21, 2025 - Paint NightFriday, March 14, 2025 - Dinner at Senor PanchosTherapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	Youth Center - Main Room
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Yellow House Weekend Events - Winter Luau (Gr. 5 & 6 ) Attention:  Sat. Feb 22, 2025 80's Mystery at the Roller Rink has been CANCELED due to low enrollmentwe hope to have this event rescheduled as a Fall activity	Yellow House

Saturday March 15, 2025
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Sat 7AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Introduction Oil Painting Introduction - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/19 Oil Painting Advanced - This class will offer new artists an introduction to the basics of oil painting, while allowing repeating or intermediate students a chance to sharpen their skills. Students will complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Flat Stanley session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Youth Literacy Program - Flat Stanley Adventures - Winter 2025 NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil (Sat) Colored Pencil - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax-based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No class 4/19Colored Pencil Workshop - Learn how to create your very own greeting card! No drawing skills are needed. The card design will be pre-drawn for you. This is not a coloring book lesson! Students will follow a step-by-step guide, along with help from the instructor. You will learn how to layer and blend using artist quality Prismacolor pencils to achieve a professional looking card. All supplies are included. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Kindness session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM	Youth Literacy Program - Youth Literacy Program: Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	LEGO Creators Club - LEGO Club Winter 2025 session Do you love all things LEGOS? Lego Creators Club is open to boys and girls who like to build and meet fellow Lego fans.  Kids  will have a chance to free build, play games, and participate in fun team challenges.  Cost: $25.00 (includes snack)Saturdays 2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.Winter 2025 Session Dates:Grades 3 & 4 (group is limited to 18 kids)meets on 1st & 3rd of the monthJanuary 4th & 18thFebruary 1st & 15thMarch 1st & 15th Spring 2025 Session Dates:  Grades 2 - 4(group is limited to 20 kids)meets weekly (does not meet on 4/19)April 5th, 12th , 26th May 3rd, 10th & 17th	Yellow House

Sunday March 16, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga - Yoga Fundamentals - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	CYB Reds Baseball Practice	Dodd Middle School - Gym
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym

Monday March 17, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 2 days/week - Aquamotion Winter 1 2 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 14 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 14 or Monday, March 17. If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 14 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 10:00-10:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Classical Watercolor (AM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced (AM) Colored Pencil - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax-based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No class 4/19Colored Pencil Workshop - Learn how to create your very own greeting card! No drawing skills are needed. The card design will be pre-drawn for you. This is not a coloring book lesson! Students will follow a step-by-step guide, along with help from the instructor. You will learn how to layer and blend using artist quality Prismacolor pencils to achieve a professional looking card. All supplies are included. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques (PM) Colored Pencil - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax-based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No class 4/19Colored Pencil Workshop - Learn how to create your very own greeting card! No drawing skills are needed. The card design will be pre-drawn for you. This is not a coloring book lesson! Students will follow a step-by-step guide, along with help from the instructor. You will learn how to layer and blend using artist quality Prismacolor pencils to achieve a professional looking card. All supplies are included. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo with Cheshire Performing Arts Academy - Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo: Winter 2025 A beginner dance class that introduces ballet, tap and jazz to young students. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction in a positive environment. Engaging music and activities are used to get these little dancers inspired to move. Tap shoes are a must! Leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended.	Youth Center - Main Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 1-3) Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. (5 weeks) No classes 4/14-4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr K-2) Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. (5 weeks) No classes 4/14-4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 2 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm In this class we will work on the fundamentals of being on a swim team. We will do a “practice” each evening, working on all strokes, dives, and turns. This is for the child that is unsure of being on a team and would like to experience it in a modified version.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class March 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Drawing (Adults & Teens) - Introduction to Drawing Introduction to Drawing - This course, suitable for both beginner and intermediate levels, will offer a comprehensive introduction to the foundational techniques and principles of drawing.  Working with both graphite and charcoal, students will develop skills in observation, composition, and rendering.  The class will culminate with a competed still life drawing that showcases growth and understanding of drawing techniques. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/14 Drawing with Precision - Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific skills including learning accurate “measuring,” proportionality, perspective, shading and textures. With commitment and attendance, students can expect significant improvement, not only learning how to “fix” their work, but also leaving with the ability to plan and complete realistic drawings. This class is for beginner to advanced levels. Instructor: Tony Ruggiero (6 weeks) No class 4/2 and 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 3-6) Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. (5 weeks) No classes 4/14-4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room

Tuesday March 18, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Tue 6AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (AM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (AM) Oil Painting Introduction - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/19 Oil Painting Advanced - This class will offer new artists an introduction to the basics of oil painting, while allowing repeating or intermediate students a chance to sharpen their skills. Students will complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (PM) Classical Watercolor - This watercolor class is for intermediate and advanced students who want to either begin a watercolor project or complete one that is in progress. If you choose to work on a new project, please bring a color image to work from. Or you may select from our reference files to find an image approved by the instructor. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, using both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Personal help is provided to each student, with a goal of producing a satisfying painting in a relaxed art experience.  All supplies are included, except for paper towels (please bring a roll). Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks) No class 4/14Exploring Watercolor -  This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (PM) Oil Painting Introduction - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/19 Oil Painting Advanced - This class will offer new artists an introduction to the basics of oil painting, while allowing repeating or intermediate students a chance to sharpen their skills. Students will complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Afternoon Club - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2025 Join the Club! This weekly program is an opportunity for high school & transition students to get together with friends, play games, hang out, create simple crafts and more! Games, crafts, relaxation and more are on the agenda each week. Participants are picked up in the CHS lobby by TR staff 15 minutes prior to dismissal and walked to the Youth Center for 2 hours of fun with friends; those joining us from another program should be dropped off at the Youth Center at 2:00 p.m. Provide water and a light snack. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	Youth Center - Main Room
3:45 PM - 5:30 PM	R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E. Winter 2025 Session After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.	Yellow House
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Winter II Tuesdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Cartooning - Cartooning (Gr 1-3) Cartooning - Join us as we create our own cartoon characters and their worlds! We’ll learn how to add expression and action to these characters, and the importance of TIME in telling their stories! We’ll pay attention to writing and lettering, as we create comic strips and single panel gags! Instructor: Megan Jeffrey (5 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Painting (Kids) - Painting Techniques Painting Techniques - Students will use a variety of water media, such as acrylic and watercolor paint, to create works of art based on foundational principles. Lessons will include color theory, blending, shading and texture as they paint a variety of landscapes and still-life pieces. All levels are welcome. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No class 4/15Printmaking - Printmaking is a fun expressive art technique that allows artists to make multiple pieces of artwork from one design. No two prints are exactly alike! Students will paint, carve, stencil and stamp their designs and then use ink to transfer to paper as we explore a new method of printmaking each week. Lessons include relief printing, mono print and gelli plate. Dress for a Mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No class 4/15Paint Along - Using acrylic paint on canvas, students will learn foundational painting skills such as color/design, blending, creating texture and more. They will complete a finished painting in this one-day workshop. No experience necessary! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Winter II Tuesdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Winter 2025 - Session 2) We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.	The Coder School
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM	RESERVED	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Painting (Kids) - Printmaking Painting Techniques - Students will use a variety of water media, such as acrylic and watercolor paint, to create works of art based on foundational principles. Lessons will include color theory, blending, shading and texture as they paint a variety of landscapes and still-life pieces. All levels are welcome. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No class 4/15Printmaking - Printmaking is a fun expressive art technique that allows artists to make multiple pieces of artwork from one design. No two prints are exactly alike! Students will paint, carve, stencil and stamp their designs and then use ink to transfer to paper as we explore a new method of printmaking each week. Lessons include relief printing, mono print and gelli plate. Dress for a Mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No class 4/15Paint Along - Using acrylic paint on canvas, students will learn foundational painting skills such as color/design, blending, creating texture and more. They will complete a finished painting in this one-day workshop. No experience necessary! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Cartooning - Cartooning (Gr 3-6) Cartooning - Join us as we create our own cartoon characters and their worlds! We’ll learn how to add expression and action to these characters, and the importance of TIME in telling their stories! We’ll pay attention to writing and lettering, as we create comic strips and single panel gags! Instructor: Megan Jeffrey (5 weeks) No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room

Wednesday March 19, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Winter 2025 Wed 9AM Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 2 days/week - Aquamotion Winter 1 2 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 10:00-10:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Medicare Made Clear - Medicare Made Clear - 3/19/2025 Come join us for our free Medicare Made Clear meetings. Learn about all the parts of medicare in a laid back, educational atmosphere.No sales tactics or pressure allowed. Instructor, Michael Bush, will cover the enrollment periods, how to avoid penalties, coverage options and much more. Bring your questions and have your friends register too!	Youth Center - Tabor Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Drawing (Adults & Teens) - Drawing with Precision Introduction to Drawing - This course, suitable for both beginner and intermediate levels, will offer a comprehensive introduction to the foundational techniques and principles of drawing.  Working with both graphite and charcoal, students will develop skills in observation, composition, and rendering.  The class will culminate with a competed still life drawing that showcases growth and understanding of drawing techniques. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/14 Drawing with Precision - Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific skills including learning accurate “measuring,” proportionality, perspective, shading and textures. With commitment and attendance, students can expect significant improvement, not only learning how to “fix” their work, but also leaving with the ability to plan and complete realistic drawings. This class is for beginner to advanced levels. Instructor: Tony Ruggiero (6 weeks) No class 4/2 and 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Graphic Memoir - Graphic Memoir Graphic Memoir - Students will employ both words and pictures to tell stories from our personal histories and those that have been passed down to us from our relatives. We’ll get our “feet wet” in this sequential art experiment by creating simple cartoon “avatars” as stand-ins for ourselves and others and use them in 4-panel comics to tell stories from childhood, school days and first jobs. We’ll examine the work of cartoonists (Barry, Chast, Kochalka, Satrapi,Telgemeier) who’ve written graphic memoirs, to understand how they use pacing and lettering and how they make their pages pop through line work, areas of solid black and color. For this class we’ll be using pencil, Flair and Micron pens and colored pencils. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (6 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
2:45 PM - 4:15 PM	Homeschool Art - Homeschool Sewing (Ages 7-12) Homeschool Art - Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for the students to learn an assortment of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover the different multi-media techniques to increase confidence, strength and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill!  First learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to machine sewing.  Students will learn about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 4:30-5:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation: Walking Club - TR Walking Club Winter 2025 Keep moving! Walk, talk and enjoy some light exercise with friends. For the fall we’ll gather at the main parking lot at Lock 12. This group has a great time no matter where we walk. We average 1.5-2 miles per walk and it goes by fast with all the talking and laughing! Don’t miss out on the fun!Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.	CHS - Lobby
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors March 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Clay - Clay Play (Gr 2-4) Clay Play - Sculpting with clay helps develop fine motor skills and inspires creativity and imagination. Students will use soft, air-dry clay to create fun, miniature characters and food. The clay hardens in a few hours for the students to play with. Instructor: Megan Jeffrey (5 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr K-1) Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. (5 weeks) No classes 4/14-4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy (Gr 4-7) Sew Easy - Yes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Kids will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Begin machine sewing by tracing simple lines on thick fabric, learning how to sew forward and backwards. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and soft felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, fancy stitches and bling! Projects will include pin cushions, small pillows, LOTS of stuffed animals, bags and more. You’ll be speeding along in no time! Bring a snack. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM	Board Games, Cards & Puzzle Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Games, Card & Puzzle Club - SPRING 2025 3rd-6th GradersWednesdays 4:45 p.m - 6:15 p.m.at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)(group is limited to 20 kids)Bring your friends and make new ones while playing board games. A variety of games & puzzles will be available to play each night or members can bring their favorite game from home. Each night will have a theme that members can participate in.  We’ll also have trivia & Pictionary nights and other fun interactive group games. Kids will get to create their own board game during the course of the session to bring home with them. Board games are a great way to improve social skills like communication, teamwork and confidence. Snacks will be provided each night. Spring Theme Nights:3/5    My Own Board Game & DIY Popcorn Stations      (Kids will put ideas together with the help of staff to create their own game & will get to work on these each night)3/12  CLUE & Mafia Night with Chips & Dip        (Variety of different CLUE game versions will be available to play and we'll also play the interactive Mafia game)3/19  Jeopardy Style Pop Culture Trivia & Pizza            (trivia topics to include popular music, movies, sports & more)3/26  Telestrations & Pretzel Mix Station            (A hilarious drawing and guessing game, Telestrations is when Pictionary meets Telephone!)4/2    Minute-to-Win It & Nachos Night           (fun beat the 1 minute clock team & individual challenges)4/9    Members Choice (tbd) with Pizza & Popsicles(group is limited to 20 kids)	Yellow House
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 2 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:00-5:30pm In this class we will work on the fundamentals of being on a swim team. We will do a “practice” each evening, working on all strokes, dives, and turns. This is for the child that is unsure of being on a team and would like to experience it in a modified version.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 5:30-6:00pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Monday & Wednesday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice March 2025 We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.	Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Clay - Clay Play (Gr 2-4) Clay Play - Sculpting with clay helps develop fine motor skills and inspires creativity and imagination. Students will use soft, air-dry clay to create fun, miniature characters and food. The clay hardens in a few hours for the students to play with. Instructor: Megan Jeffrey (5 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Sewing (Adults & Teens) - Let's Get Sewing Let’s Get Sewing - Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating and troubleshooting. Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags and items for the home such as pillow covers or table runner.  All supply fees included in the cost. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class 4/16	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room

Thursday March 20, 2025
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Tu/Th 9AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 6-10) Homeschool Art - Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for the students to learn an assortment of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover the different multi-media techniques to increase confidence, strength and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill!  First learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to machine sewing.  Students will learn about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pastels - Pastels	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
11:15 AM - 12:45 PM	Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 10-17) Homeschool Art - Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for the students to learn an assortment of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover the different multi-media techniques to increase confidence, strength and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill!  First learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to machine sewing.  Students will learn about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:00-1:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 1 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 1:30-2:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Winter II Thursdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Winter Pre Team Prep 1 session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:00-5:30pm This class is for the child that wants to be on the swim team but stroke mechanics are not where they need to be. Must be able to swim in water over their head independently and comfortably. This class primary focus is freestyle and backstroke, but will introduce other competitive strokes.	Community Pool
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Winter II Thursdays) Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	Bergamo's Martial Arts
5:15 PM - 6:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chemistry Winter 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center - Tabor Room
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-6:00pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM	RESERVED	Dodd Middle School - Gym
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 6:30 PM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-6:30pm This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Middle School Hangout - M.S. Hangout - Winter/Spring 2025 Grades:  7 & 8    Drop-in on Thursdays              Winter/Spring 2025 SESSION meets every other Thursday night 6:00pm-8:00pm 1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/24, 5/22 (snacks included)Special Event nights: 1/23 Early drop-in 1:30PM-5:00PM 2/20 PJ’s, Muffins & a movie 6:00PM-8:30PM 5/8 Nacho Libre Night 6:00-8:30pmCost: $25.00 Fall datesStop by with your friends on Thursday nights to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games or just hangout! No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the whole Fall season.Teens are welcome to bring food including their choice of dinner, just be conscious of nuts please	Yellow House
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM	Yoga - Mindful Yoga - Winter 2025 Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	Youth Center - Main Room

Friday March 21, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Aquamotion Session 2- 3 days/week - Aquamotion 3 days/week An invigorating mid-morning workout appropriate for all fitness levels. Working at your own pace, you will do a balance of cardio, strength, flexi-bility, balance, range of motion and stretching exercises. Use of flotation and resistance equipment is included, but optional. Everything you need for an effective workout!	Community Pool
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Preschool Art - Preschool Art & Storytime Preschool Art & Storytime - With focus on process rather than product, children will explore a variety of art media though choice-driven, open-ended activities. Your young artist will enjoy a story related to creating art, as well as incorporating movement and music. The goal is to promote early literacy, expressive language and fine motor skills while introducing a variety of art media. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/18Preschool Artist Study - This class is an introduction to great artists such as Monet, Van Gogh and Matisse. Children will create their own masterpieces based on great works of art and hear a story about the artists who created them. The goal is to foster art appreciation, expose children to a variety of artistic styles, promote early literacy and fine motor skills. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Preschool Art - Preschool Art & Storytime Preschool Art & Storytime - With focus on process rather than product, children will explore a variety of art media though choice-driven, open-ended activities. Your young artist will enjoy a story related to creating art, as well as incorporating movement and music. The goal is to promote early literacy, expressive language and fine motor skills while introducing a variety of art media. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/18Preschool Artist Study - This class is an introduction to great artists such as Monet, Van Gogh and Matisse. Children will create their own masterpieces based on great works of art and hear a story about the artists who created them. The goal is to foster art appreciation, expose children to a variety of artistic styles, promote early literacy and fine motor skills. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - March Madness Fun! (Round One) Fri. 3/14/25   Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal) 1:30-3:30pm or 4:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp Fri. 3/21/25   March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/ppSat. 4/5/25    March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFri. 5/16/25   Video Game Truck & Pizza 6:00-9:00pm   / $10.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.org	Yellow House
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Club: Winter 2025 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center - Tabor Room
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pokemon & Video Game Club - Pokemon & Video Game Club - Winter 2025 (Gr. 4-6) Pokemon & Video Gamers ClubFridays:  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $25.00 per session   Dinner & snack included with fee. Join us at the Yellow House this Winter and Spring for a twist on our original Pokémon Club. Hang out with other Pokémon and Video Game fans. We’ll have themed nights that include board games & trivia, movie nights, occasional Switch Battles, themed crafts, snacks and more!   Space is limited to 25 students per session. Winter 2025 Session Dates:February 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stSpring 2025 Session Dates:April 11th & 25thMay 9th & 23rd	Yellow House

Saturday March 22, 2025
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM	HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Winter 2025 Sat 7AM Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.	Youth Center - Main Room
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM	Winter Parent and Child session 2 - Saturdays 9:00-9:30am Children and adults come together under the supervision of an instructor in this initial swimming experience. Each child must be between the ages of 6 months and 3 years and must come with an adult who will work with him or her each class. Together they will work on the child’s adjustment to the water thru activities such as bubble blowing, floating, and kicking! Children will move at their own rate with assistance from an adult with whom they are already comfortable.	Community Pool
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Storybook Art - Storybook Art (Gr K-1) Storybook Art - Caldecott Award-winning children’s literature will be read aloud each week. Classics that explore how the world works and a child’s place in it will inspire that week’s artwork. These books will include Chooch Helped, Watercress, We are Water Protectors and others. Students will gain experience and build confidence by using a variety of tools and techniques. Activities will include step-by-step drawings and multimedia crafting. Instructor: Megan Jeffrey (5 weeks) No class 2/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM	Preschool Art - Preschool Artist Study Preschool Art & Storytime - With focus on process rather than product, children will explore a variety of art media though choice-driven, open-ended activities. Your young artist will enjoy a story related to creating art, as well as incorporating movement and music. The goal is to promote early literacy, expressive language and fine motor skills while introducing a variety of art media. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/18Preschool Artist Study - This class is an introduction to great artists such as Monet, Van Gogh and Matisse. Children will create their own masterpieces based on great works of art and hear a story about the artists who created them. The goal is to foster art appreciation, expose children to a variety of artistic styles, promote early literacy and fine motor skills. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Winter Level 3: Readiness session 2 - Saturdays 9:30-10:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is very comfortable in the water, is able to swim in deep water independently and has met all prerequisites. The objective of this level is to build on the skills taught in the previous level, providing guided practice. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on front crawl with breathing, back crawl, elements of butterfly, diving and other skills.	Community Pool
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Introduction Oil Painting Introduction - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/19 Oil Painting Advanced - This class will offer new artists an introduction to the basics of oil painting, while allowing repeating or intermediate students a chance to sharpen their skills. Students will complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (6 weeks) Note: No class 4/15	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Flat Stanley session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Saturdays 10:00-10:30am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Youth Literacy Program - Flat Stanley Adventures - Winter 2025 NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 1-2) Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. (5 weeks) No classes 4/14-4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Winter Level 1: Water Exploration session 2 - Saturdays 10:30-11:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, with little or no independent swimming experience. The objective of this class is to help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy it safely. Under the supervision of an instructor they will work on kicking, front crawl arm action with feet on bottom of pool, supported floating, entering and exiting the water independently, breath control, and safety skills.	Community Pool
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Saturdays 10:30-11:00am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Preschool Art - Preschool Artist Study Preschool Art & Storytime - With focus on process rather than product, children will explore a variety of art media though choice-driven, open-ended activities. Your young artist will enjoy a story related to creating art, as well as incorporating movement and music. The goal is to promote early literacy, expressive language and fine motor skills while introducing a variety of art media. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/18Preschool Artist Study - This class is an introduction to great artists such as Monet, Van Gogh and Matisse. Children will create their own masterpieces based on great works of art and hear a story about the artists who created them. The goal is to foster art appreciation, expose children to a variety of artistic styles, promote early literacy and fine motor skills. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No class 4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Winter Level 2: Primary Skills session 2 - Saturdays 11:00-11:30am This is for any child over the age of 3 years, who is comfortable in the water and who can complete the prerequisite skills. The objective of this level is to give students success with fundamental skills. Under the supervision of an instructor, students will work on kicking, floating, combined stroke front and back, entering deep water, along with other basic water skills.	Community Pool
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil (Sat) Colored Pencil - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax-based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No class 4/19Colored Pencil Workshop - Learn how to create your very own greeting card! No drawing skills are needed. The card design will be pre-drawn for you. This is not a coloring book lesson! Students will follow a step-by-step guide, along with help from the instructor. You will learn how to layer and blend using artist quality Prismacolor pencils to achieve a professional looking card. All supplies are included. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
12:15 PM - 1:45 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 3-5) Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. (5 weeks) No classes 4/14-4/19	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
12:15 PM - 2:15 PM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Y.L.P. Reading Volunteers: Kindness session (Winter 2025)	Yellow House
12:30 PM - 2:15 PM	Youth Literacy Program - Youth Literacy Program: Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage NEW Program!         Flat Stanley Adventurers Program     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $35.00Saturday mornings  10:00am-11:30amDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25Flat Stanley and his adventures are new to you, then you are definitely missing out!The Flat Stanley Project is an educational activity that encourages children to write and exchange stories about a character named Flat Stanley, fostering literacy and cultural exchange among students worldwide since 1995.This program will introduce your child to the world of Stanley through his books as he travels the US and world and goes on fun adventures. Kids will also take part in the Stanley mail exchange project and send a flat visitor to a celebrity, a family member, a politician or anyone of interest and the recipient returns the little flat guy along with a completed journal and perhaps some souvenirs such as post cards, photos, or special item.  Flat Stanley book & a light snack included with program fee. PROGRAM IS FULL!Youth Literacy Program:  Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage     Grades:  1-3    Fee: $FREESaturday afternoons 12:30pm-2:15pmDates:  3/1/25 - 4/5/25A program designed to introduce young readers to an array of multicultural books and authors that spark meaning conversations around diversity, inclusion & kindness. Each week readers will work with a teen reading buddy to help strengthen their literacy confidence while helping to develop critical thinking skills.  Young readers will also complete fun crafts and activities that will reinforce the topic of the week. Weekly topics to include: Kindness & Inclusion, Finding your Confidence & Courage, Different Families Same Love, Trailblazers, Pioneers & Historical Figures, Different Abilities Same Awesomeness!Exploring Cultures Around the World BOOK DONATIONS:Your gift will help build the a diverse collection of books that teach our 1st-3rd grade participants about racial and cultural differences, compassion and kindness towards others, and having the courage to be yourself and speak up for what is right. - We thank you for your contribution to our new collection of books.  Youth Literacy Library of Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage https://a.co/iL7WugZ   YLP (C,C,K&C) Books under $10.00Some great book titles to boost the YLP's Library under $10.00https://a.co/4YC2UDz	Yellow House
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool - Birthday Party