February Vacation Camp
Camp fills each day with active games, sports, arts & crafts, teamwork and group interaction. All children are grouped by age and activities are age-appropriate. Supervised by the staff from the 4th “R” program. Must be Registered at least one week in advance for School Vacation Program.

Activity #121003
8:00am-5:30pm (Participant’s in our 4th “R” program can attend from 7:00am-6:00pm) Grades K-5
Activity #121003 A, All 5 days, Fee:$150
Activity #121003 B, Monday, February 15, Fee:$40
Activity #121003 C, Tuesday, February 16, Fee:$40
Activity #121003 D, Wednesday, February 17, Fee:$40
Activity #121003 E, Thursday, February 18, Fee:$40
Activity #121003 F, Friday, February 19, Fee:$40
Location: Timothy Edwards Middle School

April Vacation Camp
Camp fills each day with active games, sports, arts & crafts, teamwork and group interaction. All children are grouped by age and activities are age-appropriate. Supervised by the staff from the 4th “R” program. Must be Registered at least one week in advance for School Vacation Program.

Activity #121004
8:00am-5:30pm (Participant’s in our 4th “R” program can attend from 7:00am-6:00pm) Grades K-5
Activity #121004 A, All 5 days, Fee:$150
Activity #121004 B, Monday, April 19, Fee:$40
Activity #121004 C, Tuesday, April 20, Fee:$40
Activity #121004 D, Wednesday, April 21, Fee:$40
Activity #121004 E, Thursday, April 22, Fee:$40
Activity #121004 F, Friday, April 23, Fee:$40
Location: Timothy Edwards Middle School

Learn to Skate Vacation Camp New!
Learn to Skate is a beginning ice skating program that is challenging and rewarding—but most of all, fun. Participation in the program will enable beginning skaters of all ages and abilities to learn the fundamentals of ice skating while teaching them the necessary skills that are used for their further skating advancement. Skate Rentals available, must provide your own helmet.

Activity #156902F
Ages 5-10, Monday 2/15, Wednesday 2/17, Friday 2/19, 10am-11am
Fee: $45, Location: SW Arena

Play-Well Pre-Engineering with LEGOs™
Create, Play, and Learn. Build a town, city, or start base with houses, buildings, pyramids, bridges, tunnels, towers, and more. Build motorized cars, trains, buses, and trucks; race them; crash them; crash them; repair them. Explore the many possibilities of Lego building systems while learning useful construction techniques. The February and April camp will have different projects.

Monday-Friday, Ages 5 & 6, Location: Timothy Edwards Middle School (B Entrance)
Activity# 124021A, Tuesday-Friday, February 16-19,
9:00am-12:00pm, Fee: $110
Activity# 224021A, Monday-Friday, April 19-23,
9:00am-12:00pm, Fee: $130
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologoies, Fee: $130

Play-Well Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGOs™
Design and build motorized machines, catapults, pyramids, demolition derby cars, truss and suspension bridges, buildings, and other constructions. Explore concepts in physics, mechanical engineering, structural engineering, and architecture while playing with your favorite creations. This is a hands-on and minds-on class suitable for LEGO building system novices to “maniacs.” Returning students will work on new projects and challenges. The February and April camps will have different projects.

Monday-Friday, Ages 7-10,
Location: Timothy Edwards Middle School (B Entrance)
Activity# 124021B, Tues-Friday, Feb. 16-19, 12:45pm-3:45pm, Fee: $110
Activity# 224021B, Tues-Friday, April 19-23, 12:45pm-3:45pm, Fee: $130
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologoies, Fee: $130

Wicked-Wild-Wiffle Ball Camp New!
February Camp
Operated by All Pro Sports the WWWBC is a great opportunity for children in grades 5-8 to spend a week playing the ultimate backyard game with their peers. The camp offers children the chance to learn the skills of wiffle ball and or share their own skills with their friends. Players will learn the four basic pitches of wiffle ball (curve, slider, riser & sinker), they will also practice batting both lefty & righty and most importantly they will break into teams and play tournament games. The Timothy Edwards Gymnasium will be turned into a fantasy Fenway Park or Yankee Stadium as you play out your own "Game 7" scenario. Bring a bag lunch and water bottle.

Tue, February 16, 2010 - Fri, February 19, 2010, 9:00am-2:00pm
Location: Gymnasium TE at Timothy Edwards Middle School
Fee: Resident: $100. Non-resident: $110
Activity # 225002A, Grades 5-8

April Camp
Operated by All Pro Sports the WWWBC is a great opportunity for children in grades 5-8 to spend a week playing the ultimate backyard game with their peers. The camp offers children the chance to learn the skills of wiffle ball and or share their own skills with their friends. Players will learn the four basic pitches of wiffle ball (curve, slider, riser & sinker), they will also practice batting both lefty & righty and most importantly they will break into teams and play tournament games. The Timothy Edwards Gymnasium will be turned into a fantasy Fenway Park or Yankee Stadium as you play out your own "Game 7" scenario. Bring a bag lunch and water bottle.

Monday, April 19, 2010 - Thursday, April 22, 2010, 9:00am-2:00pm
Location: Gymnasium at Timothy Edwards Middle School
Fee: Resident: $100. Non-resident: $110
Activity # 225002B, Grades 5-8

School Vacation Programs

Teacher Professional Day & Vacation Day Programs
When there is no school scheduled your child will enjoy a day of fun and games including arts & crafts, sports, indoor games and outdoor games. Must be Registered at least one week in advance for School Vacation Program. Grades K-5
8:00am-5:30pm (Participant’s in our 4th “R” program can attend from 7:00am-6:00pm)

Activity # 121002A, Monday, October 12th, Field trip-Drop off by 8:30am
Activity # 121002B, Tuesday, November 3rd , Field trip-Drop off by 8:30am
Activity # 121002C, Friday, November 27th, (Program ends at 4:30pm)
Activity # 121002D, Thursday, December 24th, (Program ends at 4:30pm)
Activity # 121002E, Monday, December 28th, (Held at TE Middle School)
Activity # 121002F, Tuesday, December 29th, (Held at TE Middle School)
Activity # 121002G, Wednesday, December 30th Held at TE Middle School)
Activity # 121002H, Thursday, December 31st (Program ends at 4:30pm)
Activity # 121002J, Monday, January 18th
Activity # 121002L, Friday, April 2nd
Location: Drop off and Pick up at the S.W. Community Center unless noted otherwise. Fee: $40/day

Youth Art

Drawing
A basic introduction to drawing skills using light and shadow studies, figure, face, colored pencil techniques and rendering as well. You will be taught skills and gain the confidence needed to create wonderful works of art.

Ages 8-12yrs old
Activity #156203A, Wednesdays, 4:30 to 5:45pm, 9/16 to 10/28
Activity #156203B, Wednesdays, 4:30 to 5:45pm, 11/18-1/20
(NC 11/25, 12/23, 12/30)
Instructor: Karen Yarosh, Rm. 205, SWCC, Fee: $110

Cartooning and Beyond
Come and learn how to draw your favorite cartoon characters from Nickelodeon, Pixar, Disney, and Marvel Comic Books, it’s your choice, you pick the characters and I’ll teach you how to draw them. In this 7-week class you will learn step by step how to draw the action packed characters you see in life today or watch out, you might even create your own!

Ages 8-12yrs old
Activity #156200A, Wednesdays, 6:00 to 7:15pm. 9/16 to 10/28
Activity #156200B, Wednesdays, 6:00 to 7:15pm. 11/18-1/20
(NC 11/25, 12/23, 12/30)
Instructor: Karen Yarosh, Rm. 205, SWCC, Fee: $80

Youth Athletic

Adult and Youth Jukido Jujitsu
This co-ed program’s emphasis is on “doing one’s best” with the accent on self-defense. Participants will learn counter measures against aggression, fight prevention and bully management. A free first try-out class is available. Note: After the student’s first successful test, there is an additional association fee of $50. Uniforms are not mandatory. For more information about Jukido and Mr. Arel please visit his website www.ikja.com

Activity #135002, Fall Sessions
Sec A, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 9/1-10/22, Fee: $85
Sec B, Tuesdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 9/1-10/20, Fee: $50
Sec C, Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 9/3-10/22, Fee: $50
Sec D, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 10/27-12/31, NC 11/26,12/22, 12/24 Fee: $85
Sec E, Tuesdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 10/27-12/29,N/C 12/22, Fee: $50
Sec F, Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 10/29-12/31, N/C 11/26, 12/24, Fee: $50

Activity #235002, Winter Sessions
Sec A, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 1/5-3/4, NC 2/16, 2/18, Fee: $85
Sec B, Tuesdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 1/5-3/2, NC 2/16, Fee: $50
Sec C, Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 1/7-3/4, NC 2/18, Fee: $50
Sec D, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 3/9-5/6 NC 4/20, 4/22, Fee: $85
Sec E, Tuesdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 3/9-5/4, NC 4/20 Fee: $50
Sec F, Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, 3/11-5/6, NC 4/22 Fee: $50
Instructor: Joaquin Betancourt

Middle School Volleyball
Teens will develop basic skills with an emphasis on mastering the proper techniques, movements and postures through instruction, drills and play. Students will participate in organized games at the end of each class.

Activity #249999A, Grades: 6-8 Timothy Edwards Gym, Fee: $30
Thursdays, 5:00pm-6:45pm, 1/7-3/4, NC 2/18

Ski/Snowboard at Berkshire East
Enjoy five weeks of night time skiing or snowboarding at Berkshire East Ski Resort. Berkshire East is 1,180 vertical feet with 45 trails and 5 lifts with night skiing for all ability levels. The bus leaves the Community Center at 4pm and returns by 11:00 pm. Lessons are not mandatory but are available for the beginner-to-advanced skier/snowboarder. Participants may rent equipment. Base fee includes, supervision, transportation and three-four hours of skiing/snowboarding. Registration ends Friday, December 17, 2009.

Activity #135012, Fridays, Ages 11-18
4:00pm-11:00pm, 1/8-2/5
Sec A, Lift ticket only- Fee: $265 Sec B, Lift and Lesson- Fee: $315
Sec C, Ski Rental- Fee: $50 Sec D, Snowboard Rental- Fee $75

Track Attack, Grades K-1
The South Windsor Recreation Department is hosting a track meet for children in grades K-5. Children will be completing in the following categories: Grades K-1 will complete 1 lap. All participants will receive a medal and certificates will be awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers. The School with the most participants in Grades K-5 will receive a spirit trophy. Pre-register by Friday, September 18th. Participants should check in a 5:15pm, and will race at 5:30pm.

Friday, September 25, 2009
Activity # 126002B, Grades K-1, 5:15pm Check in
Location: South Windsor High School at South Windsor High School
Fee: $2.00

Track Attack, Grades 2-3
The South Windsor Recreation Department is hosting a track meet for children in grades K-5. Children will be completing in the following categories: Grades 2-3 will complete 2 laps. All participants will receive a medal and certificates will be awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers. The School with the most participants in Grades K-5 will receive a spirit trophy. Pre-register by Friday, September 18th. Participants should check in a 5:30pm, and will race at 5:45pm.

Friday, September 25, 2009
Location: South Windsor High School at South Windsor High School
Fee: $2.00
Activity # 126002C, Grades 2&3, 5:30pm Check in

Track Attack, Grades 4-5
The South Windsor Recreation Department is hosting a track meet for children in grades K-5. Children will be completing in the following categories: Grades 4-5 will complete 2.5 laps. All participants will receive a medal and certificates will be awarded for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers. The School with the most participants in Grades K-5 will receive a spirit trophy. Pre-register by Friday, September 18th. Participants should check in a 5:45pm, and will race at 6:00pm.

Friday, September 25, 2009
Location: South Windsor High School at South Windsor High School
Fee: $2.00
Activity # 126002D, Grades 4&5, 5:45pm Check in

NFL Punt, Pass & Kick
The South Windsor Recreation Department is hosting a NFL Punt, Pass & Kick (PPK) competition for boys and girls between the ages of 8-15. The Punt, Pass & Kick is a national skills competition where youth compete separately against their peers. Girls and boys in four separate age divisions (8-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14-15) compete against each other in punting, passing and place kicking in a fun and engaging forum. All participants must pre-register and fill out the waiver form by Thursday, September 10th.

Activity #126005, Friday, September 11, 2009
Check in at 4:30pm. Competition begins at 5:00pm
(rain date Saturday, September 12, 2009)
Check in at 9:30am. Competition begins at 10:00am
Location: Rye Street Park, Fee: Free
Sec. A, Boys 8-9 Sec. B, Boys 10-11
Sec. C, Boys 12-13 Sec. D, Boys 14-15
Sec. AA, Girls 8-9 Sec. BB, Girls 10-11
Sec. CC, Girls 12-13 Sec. DD, Girls 14-15
*Four age divisions are based upon the child’s age as of December 31 of the current year.

Youth Wrestling Program
Participants will learn the basic wrestling skills with an emphasis on proper body mechanics, movement skills and proper techniques. Wear t-shirts, shorts, or sweat pants and sneakers to class (no long sleeves). A mandatory meeting for parents will be held on Tuesday, November 17th, at 6:30pm at the South Windsor Community Center Room 207 to discuss the program and to complete necessary forms. Grades 1-8, (groups to be determined at parent’s meeting).

Activity #145699A
Monday/Thursdays, 6:30pm to 8:00pm, 12/7-3/18
Instructor: Steve Turgeon, Fee: $5 pre-reg. & $90 at 1st class
(You may contact the instructor at 648-0700)

Home School Physical Education
This 6 week active class will be a great way to learn about physical education and fitness as well as yourselves. Join other home schoolers while having fun with sports, games, and much more! Some off-site activities may be planned.

Ages 5-12, Location: Ellsworth Gymnasium
Activity #: 126001A, Tuesdays, 9/8 to 10/13, 12:30-1:15pm
Activity #: 126001B, Tuesdays, 10/20 to 11/24, 12:30-1:15pm
Activity #: 126001C, Tuesdays, 12/1 to 1/12 (N/C 12/29), 12:30-1:15pm
Activity #: 126001D, 1/19 to 2/23, 12:30-1:15pm
Activity #: 126001E, 3/9 to 4/13, 12:30-1:15pm
Activity #: 126001F, 4/20 to 5/25, 12:30-1:15pm
Fee: $45

Youth Drama

South Windsor Recreation Department in cooperation with “Performing Arts Programs” will be offering a professional, progressive drama program designed for participants of all skill levels. The instructors are dedicated to creating a fun, comfortable, affirming environment to cultivate each individual’s own unique creativity. “Performing Arts Programs” has over 30 years of professional vocal/theatrical experience and runs programs throughout CT as well as Times Square, NYC. If you want to grow as a performer these classes are for you!

Performing Arts Acting Classes
These classes will challenge the less experienced actor as well as offer new and exciting activities for the more experienced participants. Each session will include theater games, concentration exercises, voice and speech, improvisational exercises, acting terminology, sense memory, subtext, stage skills and script work.

Grades K-2nd
Activity #156600A, Mondays, 4:15pm-5:00pm, 10/5-11/23 (NC 10/12)
Activity #256600A, Mondays, 4:15pm-5:00pm, 2/8-3/29 (NC 2/15)
Grades 3rd-6th
Activity #156601A, Mondays, 5:05pm-6:00pm, 10/5-11/23 (NC 10/12)
Activity #256601A, Mondays, 5:05pm-6:00pm, 2/8-3/29 (NC 2/15)
Instructor: Performing Arts Program, Rm 207, SWCC, Fee: $95

Youth Enrichment

Preschool Intro to Dance and Music
This class will help your little preschooler develop movement, rhythm, balance, poise and peer interaction skills through dance and music. The class is designed to create a great foundation for beginner dance. Your child will be dancing in no time!
Activity# 156500A, Ages 3-5
Thursdays, 9:30am-10:15am, October 1 – November 12
Instructor: Lynn Grossi, Banquet Hall, Fee: $60

Chess Club
Come and join us once a week at the South Windsor Chess Club! You will learn to play chess and enjoy playing with others of your own skill level. Chess can be enjoyed for a lifetime. It is a game of strategy problem solving and anticipation, skills we all need to succeed in school and in life.

Ages 8+ welcome.
Activity #256500A, Mondays, 6:30pm-7:30pm, 1/25-4/5, NC 2/15
Room: 205, SWCC, Fee: $25