Submitted by the Bedford Recreation Department
As of last week there was space in each of the following Recreation Department programs for youth and adults.
If you are ready to make last-minute plans, contact the Bedford Recreation Department on-line at www.bedfordrecreation.org, call 781-275-1392 or visit the Recreation Department in Town Center, 12 Mudge Way.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
LOCAL GETAWAY: Grades Entering 7 – 9:For children already in Middle School, this is a daily (9:00 – 3:00, no overnights) series of activities. Days will include trips to Boston events, area beaches, amusement parks such as Canobie Lake Park, Coco Key, and Water Country, mini-golf, bowling, laser tag, go carts, and other fun local activities. (a detailed list will be available prior to the start of each week). These are one week programs. Mon.-Fri., 9:00 – 3:00; meet at The Corner (youth center) @ Town Center. Grades: entering grades 7-9. Participants may enroll for multiple weeks. Fee: $255/week.
- Week 1: July 8 – 12
- Week 2: July 15 – 19
- Week 3: July 22 – 26
- Week 4: July 29 – Aug 2
- Week 5: Aug 5 – Aug 9
Summer Dance AcademY (Gr. 1-5): Join Ms. Amy for a fun filled week of dance instruction and so much more! During the week, students will study a wide variety of dance styles and techniques including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop and creative movement. Other dance related activities include choreography, line dances, baton, hula hoop and arts and crafts projects. Participants should wear dance attire and pack water and a snack. Program takes place in the Union Room at Town Center, 11:00AM – 2:00PM, 8/19 – 8/23. Min 8/Max 15. Fee: $170/session
JUST FOR KICKS! with Amy Noyes: Join Ms. Amy for this series of summer Dance classes. Participants will learn dance techniques and skills. Each class will learn a choreographed dance routine, just for kicks! Program runs on Tuesdays 8/6 – 8/27 in the Union Room at the Town Center Building. Min:5/Max:12. Fee: $55
- 4 yrs. old – entering K: 3:15 – 4:00 PM
- Entering Gr.1 – 3: 4:00 – 4:45 PM
- Entering Gr. 4 – 5: 4:45– 5:30
- Entering Gr. 6 – 8: 5:30 – 6:15
- Entering 9th & up: 6:15 – 7:00
THE BEDFORD BASKETBALL SUMMER CLINIC with Coach Tom Brincklow (entering gr. 3 – 8): Join BHS Varsity Assistant Coach Brincklow and members of the BHS varsity basketball team for this 4 day clinic that will focus on skill development, team games, contests, and fun! Coach Brincklow has over 21 years of coaching expertise, was a former 1000 point scorer in college, and was recently inducted into the Westfield State College Hall of Fame. Program runs at Davis School Gym August 12—15 (Mon – Thurs) 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.(Min 15/Max 50)Fee: $178
Gymnastics & Creative Play with Jennifer McGrath & Dotty Martin ( 2 – 5 year olds): Children will have a blast as Jennifer & Dotty have them running, jumping and moving,! They will climb the highest mountain in Bedford or search for the lost bears from the Teddy Bear Picnic! Parents are required to stay and play in the 2 & 3 year old class only. Classes will run on Tuesdays @ the Lane School Gym. Min 5/max 12 July 2 – Aug 6 (6 weeks) Fee: $85
- 2&3 year olds: With parent participation, 9:00 – 9:40 AM
- 3 – 5 year olds: No Parents/Drop off; 9:45-10:25 AM
SANDLOT BASEBALL* with Mike Pabian & Charles Puopolo: Join veteran High School, Jr. College, and Youth Baseball Coach Pabian along with Coach Puopolo as the Sandlot Baseball program returns for its fourth year in Bedford. Youth players from beginner to all-star will practice fundamentals through a wide array of developmentally appropriate drills and activities designed to make the game fun for all participants. Skills are applied in game situations through daily participation in authentic games.
- Ages 6 – 7 participate in the T-Ball Plus program with coach pitched games as they work on developing arm strength, coordination, driving the baseball and game sense.
- Ages 7 – 12 participate in the in the Future Stars program, playing authentic games on 60 foot diamonds. Daily instruction is focused on the development of a short, fast, and well balanced technique that trains hitters to utilize the lower body to generate bat speed. Additional emphasis is placed on developing arm strength, pitching, fielding fundamentals, base running and team defense.
- Ages 12 – 14 participate in the Big Diamond Program, working on skills specific to success on the 90-foot diamond. Players will develop skills in the areas of taking leads, receiving signals, pitching from the stretch, relays, cutoffs, team defense, situational hitting and game sense.
Daily instruction in hitting and arm-healthy throwing is provided through practice in batting cage and participation in throwing progression drills. All drills and activities are targeted toward developmentally appropriate growth in the areas of strength, conditioning, coordination, speed, skill, and team building. Everyday offers participants the opportunity to learn, improve, and most of all have FUN.
Program takes place at the JGMS fields 8:30-11:30 AM. The JGMS gym will be used as a rain back up. Max: 60 per session. All participants will receive a sandlot hat.
- Session 1: July 8 – July 12 Fee: $180
- Session 2: July 15 – July 19 Fee: $180
- Session 3: July 22 – July 26 Fee: $180
- Session 4: July 29 – Aug 2 Fee: $180
- *BEST DEAL: All 4 sessions Fee: $450
- *Must register by July 7 to receive 4 session discount
Barrie Bruce Golf School Junior Golf Clinics, (ages 7 – 14) Learn golf with Barrie Bruce! These clinics take place M – F at the Billerica Country Club. Each one and a half hour session will provide instruction on address position, swing with both irons and woods, short game, practice techniques and drills. All equipment and practice balls are provided. Fee: $99/session
- Session 1– June 24 – June 28 8:00 – 9:30 AM
- Session 2 – July 15 – 19, 8:00 – 9:30 AM
- Session 3 – August 5 – August 9 10:00 – 11:30 AM
- *more time/date options at www.barriebrucegolfschools.com
Chip in Farm Summer Program at 201 Hartwell Rd (K – Gr. 5): Join farmer Sandy this summer to do real farm work at Chip-in Farm! Participants will help farmer Sandy in the fields, feed and tend the animals, collect the eggs & harvest the crops while enjoying farm-themed crafts, stories and cooking activities. Wear your work clothes, old sneakers or boots. Class meets rain or shine. (min 3/max 8) Drop off program. Parents not required to stay for class. Runs 9:00 AM – Noon (M – TH) Fee: $150/session
- Kindergarten – Gr. 2 and Grades 3 – 5
- Session 1: 7/8 – 7/11 Session 1: 7/15 – 7/18
- Session 2: 7/22 – 7/25 Session 2: 8/5 – 8/8
- Session 3: 7/29 – 8/1
- Session 4: 8/12 – 8/15
ADULT PROGRAMS
Get Moving This Summer: The Bedford Recreation Department has many opportunities to stay in shape this summer with a variety of indoor and outdoor fitness and recreational classes. Many of these classes are also open to High School students.
HATHA YOGA with Bonnie McCulloch – Wednesdays, 7:00-8:00pm, starts week of July 10
ZUMBA® DANCE-FITNESS with Sharon Pugatch – Wednesday, 5:45 – 6:45pm, starts week of July 10.
NIA CLASS with Joan Turnberg – Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30am. or Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm, starts week of July 10.
BODYJAM ~ BODYPUMP ~ BODYFLOW with instructors from Kamate Fitness – Ten different classes and times offered per week, starts week of June 23.
BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE TAI CHI with Bob Cormier, Oriental Healing Arts – Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm. Starts week of June 19.
BELLY DANCING with Beverly Giarrusso – Wednesdays, 11:00-12:00noon, starts week of June 26.
BALLET FOR BEGINNERS with Beverly Giarrusso – Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00pm, starts week of June 26.
TENNIS: Cardio, Drill and Play with KA Tennis – Thursdays, 7:00-8:30pm, starts week of July 11.
ADULT TENNIS LESSONS with Barbara Aldorisio – Beginner: 5:30—6:30pm. Or Advanced: 6:30-7:30pm. Starts week of July 23.
BARRIE BRUCE GOLF SCHOOL: Classes held at Country Club of Billerica – BEGINNER OR INTERMEDIATE GOLF LESSONS, Numerous selection of 5 week classes starting in June and July. See website for details.
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