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Ice Skating Classes.
Students grouped according to age and ability. Participants must provide their own single-blade skates or may rent for $5/pair or $25/session. Helmets are required for all skaters. Don’t forget to dress warm…bring hats and gloves!!! All lessons held at the Ed Burns Arena Skating Rink at 422 Summer Street.
Tot Skate Code: 110203
Ages: 1-1/2 to 4 years (with parent)
Code: 110203: (A1) Tuesdays, September 20 – October 18 (B1) Tuesdays, October 25 – November 22
Code: 210203: (A1) Tuesdays, January 10 – February 7 (B1) Tuesdays, March 27 – April 4
Time: 9:30am – 10:15am
Cost: $65 for a 6-week session or $12 per drop-in lesson.
Beginning ice skating made simple and fun!!! Introduce your child to the exciting sport of ice skating. Instructors emphasize proper balance and control. Parents and children are required to provide their own single blade skates or rent a pair for an additional $20 per session. Helmets are required!!!
Skate with Ms. Nichols
Ages: 3 – 4 years
Code: Time: 10:30am – 10:55am
(A1) Tuesdays September 20 – October18
(A2) Tuesdays October 25 – November 22
(A3) Tuesdays November 29 – January 3
Code: Time: 10:30am – 10:55am
(A1) Tuesdays January 10 – February 7
(A2) Tuesdays February 28 – March 20
(A3) Tuesdays March 27 – April 24
Cost: $10 per class drop in fee
Basic instruction and open skate for youth, without parents. Children will be taught how to stand up on skates, marching, dips, and forward skate. Participants are required to provide their own single blade skates or rent a pair for an additional $20 per session. Helmets are required!!!
Bay State Preschool Skate
Ages: 3 – 4 years
Code: 120202
(C1) Fridays September 23 – October 21 Time: 1:00pm – 1:25pm
(C2) Fridays September 23 – October 21 Time: 1:30pm – 1:55pm
(C3) Fridays October 28 – November 25 Time: 1:00pm – 1:25pm
(C4) Fridays October 28 – November 25 Time: 1:30pm – 1:55pm
(C3) Fridays Dec. 2 – Jan 6. (x: 12/30) Time: 1:00pm – 1:25pm
(C4) Fridays Dec. 2 – Jan 6. (x: 12/30) Time: 1:30pm – 1:55pm
Code: 220202
(C1) Fridays January 13 – February 10 Time: 1:00pm – 1:25 pm (
C2) Fridays January 13 – February 10 Time: 1:30pm – 1:55 pm
(C3) Fridays March 2 – March 30 Time: 1:00pm – 1:25pm
(C4) Fridays March 2 – March 30 Time: 1:30pm – 1:55pm
Cost: $90
Basic instruction and open skate for youth, without parents. Children will be taught how to stand up on skates, marching, dips, and forward skate. Participants are required to provide their own single blade skates (rentals available). Helmets are required!!!
Bay State Skating School Learn To Skate Program
Ages: 4 years and up
Code: 120201, Wednesdays Time: 3:00pm – 3:50pm
(A1) Wednesdays September 21 – October 19
(B1) Wednesdays October 26 – November 23
(C1) Wednesdays November 30 – January 4
Code: 220200, Wednesdays Time: 3:00pm – 3:50pm
(A1) Wednesdays January 11 – February 8
(B1) Wednesdays February 29 – March 28
Code: 120201, Saturdays Time: 11:50am –12:40pm
(A1) Saturdays September 24 – Oct. 22
(B1) Saturdays October 29 – November 26
(C1) Saturdays December 3 – January 14 (x: 12/24, 12/31)
Code: 220201, Saturdays Time: 11:50am –12:40pm
(A1) Saturdays January 21 – February 18
(B1) Saturdays March 3 – March 31
Cost: $120
It’s time to sharpen your blades for the coming winter season! Join Bay State Skate for skating fun. All teachers are professional ice skating instructors offering excellent classes for students ages 4 and up. The program is structured in 25-minute lessons and 25-minute practice time each week. A co-instructor is in attendance at all times. Students may wear figure skates or hockey skates. Bay State Skating School provides over 39 years of experience teaching lessons to the public! Participants are required to provide their own skates or rent a pair for an additional $25 per session. Helmets are required!
Special Needs Skating Code: 120204
(A1) Saturdays, December 10– January 21 (x: 12/24, 12/31)
Time: 10:50am – 11:40am
Cost: $60 (w/o rentals) $85 (w/ rentals)
Join Arlington Catholic Coaches and AC Hockey Players for 50 minutes of supervised free skate time. Program is open to children with special needs from 6 years of age and up. Please note parents will not be allowed on the ice during instruction. Participants are required to provide their own single blade skates or rent a pair for an additional $20 per session. Helmets are required!!!
Adult Skating
Ages: 18 + years
Code: 140401 Time: 12:00pm – 12:45pm
(A1) Tuesdays September 20 – October 18
(B1) Tuesdays October 25 – November 22
(C1) Tuesdays November 29 – January 3
Code: 220503 Time: 12:00pm – 12:45pm
(A1) Tuesdays January 10 – February 7
(B1) Tuesdays February 28 – March 2
Cost: $60 (w/o rentals); $80 (with rentals)
You asked for it, we are delivering!! Adult beginner skate lessons are now being offered. Adult skating is gaining popularity – join the fun! A great workout and a chance to meet other Arlington residents! Helmets are now required!
Women’s Hockey
Ages: 18 + years
Session I: Wednesdays, October 5 – December 7 Code: 140106
(A1) 11:30am – 12:50pm Level D Advanced Players Cost: $180
(B1) 1:00pm – 1:50pm Recreational Skaters/Beginners Cost: $160
Session II: Wednesdays, January 11 – March 21 (x: 2/22) Code: 220507
(A1) 11:30am – 12:50pm Level D Advanced Players Cost: $180
(B1) 1:00pm – 1:50pm Recreational Skaters/Beginners Cost: $160
Equipment Required: helmet, skates, hockey gloves, knee & elbow pads, and stick.
Arlington Recreation is now offering an adult recreational, non-contact hockey program for women! The program is designed for beginning/ recreational or intermediate/advanced levels, focusing on skating, stick handling, shooting and team play. All women are encouraged to join, regardless of past experience! Childcare may be available depending upon numbers. Please call the Recreation Office for additional information. Program run by Michele Barry and David Bowen.
Ice Rental Fees
Call Dave Cunningham, Facility Supervisor, at 781-316-3882 for complete details or an open ice time schedule. Group rental fees: $225 per 50-minute block $235 per 60 minute block.
Skate Rentals & Sharpening
The Arlington Sports Center offers Skate Rentals & Sharpening for $5 per pair or purchase a 10-punch pass for $50 (11th service is FREE)!! Available during public skating, regular business hours, and/or by appointment.
Discount & Gift Tickets Available
Public skating Gift passes are available for purchase at the Arlington Recreation Office or Sports Center. Purchasing a pass is economical!! These passes also make great birthday gifts or stocking stuffers for friends and family. Individual Passes: $3 child & senior; $6 adult; 10-visit punch passes: $27 child & senior; $54 adult.
Infant, Toddler & Preschool Classes
Toddlers and Two’s
Ages: 15 – 36 months (with parents)
Dates: Every Wednesday & Friday beginning September 21 (x: 11/23, 12/23, 12/28, 12/30, 2/22, 2/24)
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Cost: $45/10 visit pass or $5 drop-in per child
Where: Gibbs Gym
Come take part in our newly restructured toddler program. This program takes place in an open gymnasium with numerous play stations. There is a kitchen area, an extensive library corner, a bouncy house, multiple riding toys, as well as a large matted area with basic gymnastics equipment, slides, and climbing structures. Free coffee will also be available. This program will not meet during holidays, school holidays, or inclement weather.
Fantastic Gymnastics
Ages: 18 months – 3 years (with parent) Children should be good walkers
Code: 110102
(A1) Tuesdays, September 27 – November 1
(B1) Tuesdays, November 8 – December 13
Code: 210102
(A1) Tuesdays, January 10 – February 14
(B1) Tuesdays, February 28 – April 3
Time: 9:30am – 10:10am
Cost: $74 for 6 weeks!
Where: Gibbs Gym
This class is perfect for the two year old that is ready for some running, jumping, and learning some basic gymnastic skills. Parents work with their children on basic motor skills on the floor, mini bars, low beam, and vault. Class format uses shape courses, balance, swinging, and bouncing areas. The instructor communicates through the adult to help accomplish the goals for the child. Program run by Tanya Dall.
Kids Just Love Crafts
Ages: 2 – 4 years (with parent)
Code: 110401
(A1) Thursdays, September 29 – October 27
Code: 210401
(B1) Thursdays, January 12 – February 9
Time: 10:15am – 11:00am
Cost: $64 for 5 weeks!
Where: Jefferson Cutter House
Join us for a jam packed five weeks of ooey, gooey arts, crafts, stories, and songs. Make a mess & have some fun as your child creates age appropriate treasures. Each week the children will make new seasonal projects.
Fantastic Gymnastics 3+
Ages: 3 – 5 years
Code: 120103
(A1) Tuesdays, September 27 – November 1
(B1) Tuesdays, November 8– December 13
Code: 220103
(A1) Tuesdays, January 10 – February 14
(B1) Tuesdays, February 28 – April 3
Time: 10:15am – 11:00am
Cost: $74 for 6 weeks!
Where: Gibbs Gym
This program includes structured gymnastics instruction as well as learning introductory gymnastics routines on the floor, mini bars, low beam, and child-sized vault. Children will learn proper warm-up and stretching techniques, listening skills, turn taking, and peer interaction. Taught by Tanya Dall.
Kindersports Code: 120301
Ages: 4 – 6 years
Dates: (A1) Thursdays, September 29 – November 3 (B1) Thursdays, November 17 – December 29 (x: 11/24)
Time: 3:00pm – 3:45pm
Cost: $66 for 6 weeks!
Where: Gibbs Gym
If your child is unsure what his/her sport is or likes variety, join Try-Athlete Sports! Introductory drills and unique games will be played in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Kids will also have the opportunity to make up games and activities on their own.
Weekend Warriors Code: 120302
Ages: 4 – 6 years
Dates: (A1) Saturdays, October 29 – December 10 (x: 11/26)
Time: 8:00am – 8:45am
Cost: $60 for 6 weeks!
Where: Gibbs Gym
A weekend version of our popular Kindersports program…soccer, baseball, basketball and more. Introductory skills will be introduced and unique games will be played. Instructor will also gather suggestions from the group as to what they like to play. Focus on two different activities each session.
Little Dragons Karate
Ages: 3 & 4
Code: 120901
(A1) Fridays, September 16 – November 18
Code: 220902
(A2) Fridays, January 13 – March 23 (x: 2/24)
Times: 4:45pm – 5:15pm
Cost: $232 for 10 sessions
Where: Brackett School
One of the best karate programs in the country taught by four-time world champion Steve Nugent. This class teaches proper stances, breathing, stretching, discipline, confidence and practical self-defense. This class also underlines the importance of nutrition, exercise, fire safety and stranger awareness. All uniforms are included in the class fee.
Little Ninjas Karate
Beginner Belts: White, Yellow, and Orange
Ages: 5 – 12 years
Code: 120901
(B1) Fridays, September 16 – November 18
Code: 220902
(B2) Fridays, January 13 – March 23 (x: 2/24)
Times: 5:15pm – 6:00pm
Cost: $232 for 10 sessions
Where: Brackett School
Intermediate Belts: Purple, Blue, Green, and Brown
Ages: 5 – 12 years
Code: 120901
(C1) Fridays, September 16 – November 18
Code: 220902
(C2) Fridays, January 13 – March 23 (x: 2/24)
Times: 6:00pm – 6:45pm
Cost: $232 for 10 sessions
Where: Brackett School
One of the best karate programs in the country taught by four-time world champion Steve Nugent. This class teaches proper stances, breathing, stretching, discipline, confidence and practical self-defense. This class also underlines the importance of nutrition, exercise, fire safety and stranger awareness. All uniforms are included in the class fee.
Fall Biddie Basketball Code: 130104
Ages: 4 –7 years
Dates: (A1) Wednesdays, September 21 – October 26 (B1) Wednesdays, Nov. 2– Dec. 14 (x: 11/23)
Time: 3:00pm – 3:45pm
Cost: $70 for 6 weeks!
Where: Gibbs Gym
Winter Biddie Basketball Code: 210302
Ages: 4-7 years
Dates: (A1) Wednesdays, January 11 – February 15 (B1) Wednesdays, February 29 – April 4
Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Cost: $70 for 6 weeks!
Where: Gibbs Gym
This program is designed to introduce the basic skills and game concepts for basketball. Modified hoops and smaller balls will be used for better handling and play. Unique games will be introduced to enhance proper shooting technique.
Challenger Soccer! Code: 120801
Ages: 3 – 6 years
Date and Times: (B1) Tuesdays, September 20 – October 11 3:00pm – 3:45pm (3 & 4 years) (C1) Thursdays, September 22 – October 13 3:00pm – 3:45pm (3 & 4 years) (B2) Tuesdays, September 20 – October 11 4:00pm – 4:45pm (5 & 6 years) (C2) Thursdays, September 22 – October 13 4:00pm – 4:45pm (5 & 6 years)
Cost: $62 for 4 weeks!
Where: McClennen Park
This energetic program gives kids the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of soccer. Kids will participate in a variety of lessons and drills designed to familiarize them with teamwork, sportsmanship, and muscle coordination. Program not held in inclement weather!
Youth Programs
Super SoccerStars
Get the ball rolling for ages 2 and up with Super Soccer Stars in Arlington! Dynamic international coaches work with every student to develop skills, self-confidence, and teamwork in a fun, non-competitive environment. Positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio ensures that each child will improve his or her soccer skills through engaging warm-ups, drills, and games — all while having endless fun! Each child receives a free t-shirt on the first day of class.
FALL: Poet's Corner Field
Code: 120113 Fee: $170.00
Dates: Mondays: 9/12 – 10/31 (x: 10/10) = 7 weeks
(A1) Time: 9:30 – 10:15am Ages: 3 – young 4s
(B1) Time: 10:20 – 11:00am Ages: 2 – 3 years
Code: 120113 Fee: $170.00
Dates: Thursdays: 9/14 – 10/27 = 7 weeks
(A1) Time: 9:30 – 10:10am Ages: 2 – 3 years
(B1) Time: 10:15 – 11:00am Ages: 3 – 4 years
Code: 120113 Fee: $170.00
Dates: Sundays, 9/11– 10/30 (x: 10/9) = 7 weeks
(A1) Time: 9:00am – 9:50am Ages: 4 – 5 years
(B1) Time: 10:00am – 10:40am Ages: 2 – 3 years
(C1) Time: 10:50am – 11:35 am Ages: 3 – 4 years
LATE FALL: Gibbs Gym
Code: 120113 Fee: $170.00
Dates: Mondays 11/7 – 12/19 = 7 week:
(C1) Time: 3:30 – 4:10 Ages: 2 – 3 years
(D1) Time: 4:15 – 5:05 Ages: 4 – 5 years
Code: 120113 Fee: $170.00
Dates: Tuesdays 11/8 – 12/20 = 7 weeks:
(C1) Time: 3:30 – 4:15pm Ages: 3 – 4 years
(D1) Time: 4:30 – 5:30pm Ages: 5 – 7 years
Code: 120113 Fee: $146.00
Dates: Saturdays 11/5 – 12/17 (x: 11/26) = 6 weeks
(D1) Time: 9:00am – 9:50am Ages: 4 – 5 years
(E1) Time: 10:00am – 10:40am Ages: 2 – 3 years
(F1) Time: 10:50am – 11:35 am Ages: 3 – 4 years
WINTER: (Gibbs Gym)
Code: 220319 Fee: $291.00
Dates: Saturdays 1/7 – 3/31 (no class on 2/18) = 12 weeks
(A1) Time: 9:00am – 9:50am Ages: 4 – 5 years
(B1) Time: 10:00am – 10:40am Ages: 2 – 3 years
(C1) Time: 10:50am – 11:35 am Ages: 3 – 4 years
Code: 220319 Fee: $291.00
Dates: Mondays 1/9 – 4/2 (no class 2/20) = 12 week:
(A1) Time: 3:30 – 4:10 Ages: 2 – 3 years
(B1) Time: 4:15 – 5:05pm Ages: 4 – 5 years
Code: 220319 Fee: $291.00
Tuesdays 1/10 – 4/3 (no class 2/21) = 12 weeks
(A1) Time: 3:30 – 4:15pm Ages: 3 – 4 years
(B1) Time: 4:30 – 5:30pm Ages: 5 – 7 years
Thundercats Sports Jam
Soccer, Flag Football, Dodge Ball
Grades: Pre K – 3 years
Code: 120114
Dates: Session I: Fridays, September 23 – October 28
(A1) Grades 1 – 3 Time: 2:30pm – 3:25pm
(A2) Pre K and K Time: 3:30pm – 4:25pm
Code: 220311
Dates: Session II: Fridays, January 13 – February 17
(A1) Grades 1 – 3 Time: 2:30pm – 3:25pm
(A2) Pre K and K Time: 3:30pm – 4:25pm
Cost: $80 for 6 Weeks Where: Stratton School
Play, play, and play some more! Thundercat Sports multi-sport program is designed to give a taste of several sports to young athletes. Enthusiastic coaches will referee, emphasize proper skills, rules, and give tips while maximizing playing time for each child. Unique games and activities will be mixed in creating a fun non-competitive atmosphere. The program culminates with tournament day! Program is coed and participants will receive a sport-related item. Please bring athletic clothing, sneakers, and a water bottle.
Viking Sports T-Ball Clinics Code: 130107
Ages: 3 – 5 years
Dates: (A1) Mondays, September 19 – October 17 (x: 10/10)
Time: 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm
Cost: $68 for 4 week! Where: McClennen Park
Join the Viking Sport Staff for this fun program, which will introduce children to catching, throwing, batting, running bases, and fielding. All players will hit and run the bases each inning – there will be no outs. Coaches will pitch, and batting tees will be used if necessary. We will use soft, safe baseballs. Please bring a glove and a water bottle. All players will receive a Viking Sports T-shirt.
Viking Sports – Multi Sports– Winter Break Code 120915
Grades: 1-5
Dates: December 27 – December 29
(B1) Tuesday -Thursday Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Cost: $145 for 3 days Where: Gibbs Gymnasium
The philosophy at all Viking Sports is safety, good sportsmanship, and fun. Multi Sports clinic includes: soccer, basketball, baseball/t-ball, flag football, kickball, floor hockey, waffle ball, capture the flag, and many other sports and games! All coaches are carefully selected based on their enthusiasm, professionalism, and experience.
Thundercats Basketball – Winter Break Code: 120903
Grades: 1 – 8
Dates: December 27 – December 29
(A1) Tuesday -Thursday Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Cost: $99 for 3 days
(B1) Tuesday -Thursday Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm Cost: $125 for 3 days
Where: Ottoson Middle School
3, 2, 1...swish! Whether your child is a beginner or a buzzer beater, this is the basketball program for him or her. Skills emphasized will be dribbling/ball handling, passing, shooting, and more. Theme days, trivia, and a NCAA tournament at the end of the program add to the excitement! Program is coed, and every participant receives a sport-related item.
Kids Cooking Green Code: 120109
Ages: 7 – 12 years
Dates: (A1) Thursdays, September 29 – October 20
Cost: $145
Where: Fox Library Lower Level
Are you a kid, aged 7-12, who likes to eat? Would you like to plan and cook a party for your family and friends? Join us for a hands on cooking program where we’ll explore what makes food taste good, visit with a local farmer, and prepare a fabulous APPETIZER PARTY for your family and friends, all using local ingredients! Each child may invite up to 3 guests to join us at the last class party! Class taught by Kids Cooking Green founders, Lori Deliso and Liza Connolly
Mad Science® of Greater Boston, “Crazy Chemworks!” Code: 130311
Ages: 6 – 10 years
Dates: (A1) Mondays, September 19 – November 14 (x: 10/10)
Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $115 for 8 weeks!
Where: Fox Library Lower Level Meeting Room
Join the Mad Science hands-on science fun. We’re crazy about science... and hope you are too! In this program, we’ll have a blast exploring chemistry and how it affects the world around us. There will be exciting hands-on activities, spectacular demonstrations, and inquiry-based discussions. We’ll learn about the tools scientists use in their laboratories; atoms, molecules, and reactions; acids and bases; and fluorescence and phosphorescence. We’ll also examine and investigate super sticky things by exploring suction, hydrogen bonding and static cling and see some very cool dry ice demonstrations! The best part is that each week we’ll be able to continue the science fun at home with our very own lab ware take-homes!
Baby Sitting Training with Winchester Hospital
Grades: 5 – 8
Code: 120904 (B1) Monday – Thursday, October 17 – October 20
Code: 220914 (C1) Monday – Thursday, March 12 – March 15
Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm
Cost: $90 per 4-day session!
Where: Ottoson Middle School
The Babysitter’s Training is a course designed for those interested in becoming responsible babysitters. Students learn: characteristics of children, basic care such as feeding, changing and holding, supervising and playing with children, accident prevention, proper emergency response, basic first aid for common injuries and illnesses. Students receive appropriate certifications from Winchester Hospital.
Cross Country Code: 130310
Grades: 5 – 8
Dates: (A1) Tuesdays, September 20 – October 18
Time: 2:45pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $50 for 5 weeks!
Where: Meet and End at Ottoson Middle School
The goal of this program is to stimulate a love for running by teaching participants how to accelerate their own progress and success. It is our intention to offer an unforgettable growth experience regardless of age or ability. This running program creates a renewed energy and enthusiasm, and improved self-confidence — all keys to your growth as a runner, sprinter, vaulter, jumper, shot putter or hurdler. You’ll get mileage from this experience for years to come!
Arlington Spy Ponders Flag Football League Code: 130109
Grades: (A1) Grades 2 & 3 (A2) Grades 4 & 5 (A3) Grades 6 thru 8
Dates: Friday, September 30 – October 28
Where: Arlington Home Field – McClennen Field
Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Cost: $65 for 5 Weeks
In conjunction with Arlington Pop Warner and Winchester Recreation, we are excited to announce the continuation of the Arlington/ Winchester 5v5 Flag Football League. This program is for boys and girls from Arlington and Winchester in grades 2 – 8. There will be three divisions. (Based on number of participants we may combine ages). Teams will consist of 10 – 12 players. Sign-up with friends or sign up individually.
This program will meet once a week in the Fall. For the first two weeks, each session will be a practice where basic flag football skills like passing, receiving, defense, and route running will be taught. For the final weeks, games will be played. Games will be held in Arlington. VOLUNTEER COACHES ARE NEEDED. All participants will receive a authentic NFL jersey in their favorite pro team’s traditional colors and a mouth guard.
Mass Youth Soccer Winter Skills Clinic Code: 220322
Age Groups: Boys and Girls U7/U8, U9/U10, U11/U12
Dates: Mondays, January 23, 2012 – March 5, 2012 (x2/20)
Times: (A1) U7/U8 5:30pm – 6:30pm (B2) U9/U10 6:30pm – 7:30pm (C3) U12/U12 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Cost: $70 per person Where: Ottoson Middle School
Are you looking for a local opportunity to improve your soccer skills over the winter? The Arlington Soccer Club and Arlington Rec are partnering with Mass Youth Soccer to provide you with an opportunity to develop your technical skills and speed of play. The sessions will be dynamic and fast-paced and will cover all areas of technical development, and they will be FUN!
The sessions will be run by members of the Mass Youth Soccer State Instructional Coaches, many of whom hold a US Soccer A or B license. Space is limited so register early! Though program is offered in conjunction with Arlington Soccer Club, please register through the Arlington Recreation Department.
American Girl Doll Create & Play Code: 140110
Ages: 5 – 10
Dates: (A1) Theme: Slumber Party, Saturday, September 24th (A2) Theme: Top Chef, Saturday, October 15th (A3) Theme: Secret Rock Star, Saturday, January 21st
Time: 9am – 12noon
Cost: $55 per workshop Where: Fox Library
Join the team from Event-FULL! LCC (www.event-full.net) and bring your special friend to this workshop for several hours that you will both enjoy. You will creatively design items for your doll (based on the themes listed above) that both of you will enjoy playing with. What you make and take home will lead to hours and hours of continued play and enjoyment. Please send your child with a nut-free snack and drink.
Star Wars: Jedi Training Workshop Code: 140110
Ages: 5 - 10
Dates: (B1) Saturday, September 24th
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm Cost: $55
Where: Fox Library
Are you a Youngling who is interested in becoming a Jedi student in training? Join the team from Event-FULL!, LLC (www.event-full.net) and participate in several hours that have everything to do with STAR WARS!! Some activities may include: designing and making your own recycled Droid, Making a Training Lightsaber and learning what it is to be a Jedi Knight. May the force be with you. Please send your child with a nut-free snack and drink.
Star Wars LEGO Playland Code: 140110
Ages: 5-10
Dates: (C1) Saturday, October 15th, 2011
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $55
Where: Fox Library
This 3-hour program will be centered everything Star Wars LEGO!! Join the team from Event-FULL!, LLC ( www.event-full.net) and use your imagination to build Star Wars creations. Maybe you will build a Star Wars Space Craft, a Droid Factory, a Jedi Training Arena, etc...the possibilities are endless!!! The LEGOs stay with us, but the experience is yours forever! Each child will go home with a framed picture of themselves and what they create as well as a hands-on project they will make during the workshop. Please send your child with a nut-free snack and drink. May the force be with you....
Fencing Code: 120913
On Thursdays
(Section 1) Ages: 7 and Up – Beginner/Intermediate
Time: 3:45pm – 5:00pm
(Section 2) Ages : 10 and Up – Beginner/Intermediate
Time: 5:00 pm – 6:15pm
(Section 3) Ages : 12 and Up – Beginner/Advanced
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Dates: (A) September 22 – November 10, 8 Sessions (B) November 17 – January 19 (x11/24, 12/29), 4 Sessions (C) January 26 – March 22 (x4/19), 8 Sessions (D) March 29 – May 24 (x4/19) – 8 Sessions (E) May 31 – July 21 – 8 Sessions (F) July 28 – September 16 – 8 Sessions
Cost: $150 for 8-week session
Where: Gibbs Gym
Join us for this exciting sport — one of the fastest growing sports in the world! Fencing develops physical fitness, the ability to develop strategy and concentration, as well as camaraderie and respect. Learn fencing with Michael Tarascio, former member of the United States World Championship Team.
Equipment Policy and Rental : Our policy is that NEFA provides new fencers with equipment for the first 8 sessions. This is intended to give new fencers an opportunity to try out this sport without having to purchase a set of gear. For the second and each subsequent session, there is a rental fee payable to the instructor of $40 for 8 sessions. An individual may (recommended) instead purchase a complete (7 piece) new beginner set that costs about $200, if they prefer. The set includes a foil, mask, jacket, glove, underarm protector, plastic chest protector, and a fencing bag.
Lacrosse
Arlington Girls Lacrosse Club Fall Clinic (AGLAX) Code: 130314
Grades: 3 – 8
Dates: (A1) Sundays, September 18–- October 16 (x: 10/9)
Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Cost: $75 per person
Where: Peirce Turf Field
The Arlington Girls Lacrosse Club (AGLAX) invites returning players and any new players (grades 3 – 8) interested in learning “the fastest game on foot” to participate in the 2011 AGLAX Fall Clinic. This development program will be held on the turf at Peirce Field in Arlington. The Fall Clinic is designed to give new and existing players the opportunity to develop skills through various structured activities including catch-and-throw and ground ball shuttles, cradling, dodging, defense, shooting, and open scrimmage. For more information about AGLAX, please visit www.aglax.org.
Boys Lacrosse Clinic Code: 220904
Ages: Grades 1-8
Dates: (A2) Tuesdays and Thursdays, February 28, March 1, 6 & 8
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Where: AHS Red Gymnasium
Cost: $70 for 4 Sessions
Arlington Youth Lacrosse runs this popular program. Participants will learn the basic skills of the game, as well as participate in friendly competitive play. Please bring lacrosse stick and sneakers. For more information about Arlington boys lacrosse please visit www.arlingtonlax.org.
Arlington Girls Lacrosse Club (AGLAX) Winter Clinic 2012 Code: 220905
Grades: 3 – 8
Dates: (A1) Monday & Wednesday, February 27, 29, March 5, 7
Time: 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Where: AHS Red Gymnasium
Cost: $70 for 4 Sessions
The Arlington Girls Lacrosse Club (AGLAX) invites returning players and new players (grades 3 – 8) interested in learning “the fastest game on foot” to participate in the 2012 AGLAX Winter Clinic. The Winter Clinic is designed to give players the opportunity to develop skills through various structured activities including catch-and-throw and ground ball shuttles, cradling, dodging, defense, shooting, and open scrimmage. Please bring a lacrosse stick, goggles, and a colored mouthguard. For more information about AGLAX, please visit www.aglax.org.
February Vacation Programs
Tuesday – Friday, February 22 – 24
Mad Science Vacation Program Code: 220407
Ages: 7 – 12 years
Dates: Tuesday through Friday, February 21 – 24
Time: 9:00am – 12:00 pm
Where: Fox Library
Cost: $175.00
Join the Mad Science® hands-on science fun. We’re crazy about science…and hope you are too! We’ll have a blast exploring science and how it affects the world around us. Become an honorary Mad Science assistant and learn about some of the awesome stuff from the Mad Science laboratory. Each day we’ll have a different science theme with exciting activities, experiments and related games. Space, slippery science, nature, and chemical magic are just a few of the exciting activity topics that kids can look forward to this vacation. The children will get a chance to play with our “cool” equipment and participate in some “hot” demonstrations. And the science doesn’t stop when the Mad Scientist goes back to the laboratory… we’ll have take-home creations so the
fun and learning can continue.
Thundercat Basketball Code: 220915
Ages: 7 – 12 years
Dates: Tuesday through Friday, February 21 – 24
(A1) Half Day: 9:00am – 12:00noon Cost: $129
(B1) Full Day: 9:00am – 3:00pm Cost: $160
Where: Ottoson Lower Gym
3, 2, 1....swish! Whether your child is a beginner or a buzzer beater, this is the basketball program for him or her. Skills emphasized will be dribbling / ball handling, passing, shooting, defense, and more. Theme days, trivia, and a NCAA tournament at the end of the program add to the excitement! Program is coed, and every participant receives a sport related item. For more information please visit www.thundercatsports.com.
Viking Sports – Multi Sport Code: 220917
Grades: 1-5
Dates: Tuesday through Friday, February 21-24
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Where: Gibbs Gym
Cost: $ 175
The philosophy at all Viking programs is safety, good sportsmanship, and fun. Multi Sports clinic includes: soccer, basketball, baseball/ t-ball, flag football, kickball, floor hockey, waffle ball, capture the flag, and many other sports and games! All coaches are carefully selected based on their enthusiasm, professionalism, and experience.
Youth Basketball Programs
Gear Up for Winter!
Grades K – 1
Basketball Clinic Code: 220401
Clinic Dates: Saturdays, January 7, 20121 – February 18, 2012
(A1) Kindergarten 10:00am – 10:40 pm
(A2) Grade 1 10:45 am – 11:25pm
Cost: $85 per participant (T-shirts provided)
Where: Ottoson Blue Gym
Basic skills will be introduced using drills and games. Instruction and games will be emphasized using 8-foot baskets and youth balls. Volunteer coaches are needed. If you are interested in assisting with the program, please contact Arlington Recreation at 781-316-3880. Please note that this program relies on volunteers… we’d love your help!!!
Grades 2 – 8
Youth Basketball League Code: 220402
League Dates: Saturdays, December 3, 2011 – February 11, 2012 (League will not meet 12/24, 12/31)
Times: (A4) Boys Grades 2 – 5 8:25am – 9:45am (teams will be grades 2/3 and 4/5)
Times: (A1) Boys Grades 6 – 8 10:00am – 11:30am (A2) Girls Grades 3 – 5 11:45am – 1:15pm (teams will be grades 2/3 and 4/5)
Times: (A3) Girls Grades 6 – 8: 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Cost: $99 per participant
Where: Ottoson Middle School
The basketball league will begin with skill development and practices, followed by games the second half of the season. Volunteer coaches are needed at all levels. Please note that this program relies on volunteers. All those interested in participating in the program must register in advance and fees must be paid at the time of enrollment. Enrollment is limited. Game shirts will be provided. Parents and spectators must wait in the lobby or stage area, away from the court. Please, no food or drink in the gym.
Grades 5 – 8
Competitive Travel Basketball Code: 220907
Tryouts held Saturday & Sunday, November 5 and 6
League Dates: Beginning the week of November 9th and ending approximately March 1
Cost: $275 per participant (paid upon acceptance into the league). Includes uniform shirt and shorts
Location: Varies between: Ottoson Middle School, Brackett Elementary School, and Gibbs Gym
Tryout Schedule: All tryouts are at the Ottoson Middle School
Grade/Gender Time Gym
(A1) Grade 5 Boys 9:00am – 10:30am Lower
(A3) Grade 6 Boys 12:00 noon – 1:30pm Lower
(A5) Grade 7 Boys 10:30am – 12:00 noon Upper
(A7) Grade 8 Boys 1:30pm – 3:00pm Upper
(A2) Grade 5 Girls 10:30am – 12:00 noon Lower
(A4) Grade 6 Girls 1:30pm – 3:00pm Lower
(A6) Grade 7 Girls 9:00am – 10:30am Upper
(A8) Grade 8 Girls 12:00 noon – 1:30pm Upper
This is a competitive, travel basketball team. All interested participants must attend tryouts, held Saturday and Sunday ,November 5 and 6 at Ottoson Middle School.
Tryouts are free. Payment for this league will be collected once participants have been notified of successful tryout.
Coaches will notify players soon after regarding the outcome of the tryout. Once notified, participants must register and pay for program at Arlington Recreation Department before allowed to participate in practices.
Each team will practice twice weekly at one of the following locations: Ottoson Middle School, Brackett Elementary School, or Gibbs Gymnasium. Practices WILL NOT BE held if school is cancelled due to inclement weather and during school vacation; however, individual coaches may opt to hold special practices during this time at alternate locations. Practices WILL BE held on early release days.
Please remember that all schedules are subject to change and may occasionally be affected by special school activities. If you have questions or are unsure about your schedule, please contact your coach directly.
Winter Skiing
Ski Lessons at Nashoba Valley
Grades: 3 – 8 Code: 220906
The Learn to Ski Program provides ski or snowboard lessons, lift tickets and transportation to the Nashoba Valley Ski Area in Westford, MA.
(A1) Ski/Snowboard – Elementary School children (B1) Ski/Snowboard – Middle School children
Dates: Four Wednesdays, January 11 – February 1
Time: 3:30pm – 7:30pm (times are approximate). Lessons are scheduled for5:15pm.
Cost: $209 per participant. Each week participants will have time for free ski before lessons begin.
Equipment Rental: There will be a mandatory fitting on Monday, December 5 from 5:30pm – 6:30pm in the lower level classroom of the Gibbs Gymnasium. Rentals are an additional $75.00 for the season, checks payable the night of the fitting directly to Nashoba Valley. If you do not make this date, it will be necessary to go to Nashoba on your own before the first session for a private fitting. Helmets will also be sold at the fitting for $40.00.
Transportation: Busses will meet and load in front of the Arlington Sports Center. We will begin boarding at approximately 3:30pm.Return location will be McClennen Park (located on Summer Street on the Arlington/Lexington line).
If a session needs to be cancelled due to inclement weather, the session will be made up the following Wednesday.
Please note that registration numbers are limited and accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parent volunteers are allowed to ski/snowboard for free, but must attend all four weeks of the program. Parent volunteers are assigned to same group for the entire program and are responsible for taking attendance, assisting with equipment rental, and chaperoning participants at Nashoba Valley.
Volunteer spaces are limited. If you are interested in being a parent volunteer, please contact Arlington Recreation at 781-316-3880.
Waterville Valley Weekend Ski Program
Grades: 6 and up Code: 220906
Students in grades 6 through 10 can enjoy this new ski program designed for the older more independent skier. In this new program weekly transportation will be provided via luxury coach bus to Waterville Valley Ski Area. Bus will leave Arlington at 7 AM and return at approximately 6 PM. Participants will enjoy 5 full days of skiing. Please note that this program is for the independent skier. Lessons may be added by contacting Waterville Valley directly.
(C1): Five Saturdays, January 14 – February 11 Includes 5 weeks of skiing and transportation)
When: . Vouchers will be given for missed sessions but must be used during the 2011-2012 season.
Time: 7:00am – 6:00pm (times are approximate).
Cost: $330 per participant.
Transportation: Busses will meet and load at Arlington High School.
Please note that registration numbers are limited and accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Parent volunteers are allowed to ski/snowboard for free, but must attend all five weeks of the program. Parent volunteers are assigned to same group for the entire program and are responsible for taking attendance, assisting with equipment rental, and chaperoning participants at the mountain. Volunteer spaces are limited. If you are interested in being a parent volunteer, please contact Arlington Recreation at 781-316-3880.
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