CITY OF STAMFORD MAYOR DAVID R. MARTIN - STAMFORD RECREATION & TERRY CONNERS RINK
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CITY OF STAMFORD
MAYOR DAVID R. MARTIN
STAMFORD RECREATION & TERRY CONNERS RINK
SPRING/SUMMER BROCHURE 2020
Registration Begins for Spring Programs/Summer
Specialty Camps on March 17th, 2020
See Page 3 for Day Camp Registration Dates
Stamford Recreation Services
888 Washington Blvd
Tel 203-977-5214 Fax 203-977-5504
www.stamfordrecreation.com
WELCOME TO STAMFORD RECREATION SERVICES
City Officials:
Department Staff
Superintendent: Laurie Albano Mayor David R. Martin
Assist. Superintendent: Scott Kassouf
Assist. Superintendent: Megan Gearhart Parks & Recreation Commission
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Recreation Supervisor: Robert Pentino
Recreation Leader: Bertrand Oubida
Althea Brown: Commissioner
John Rovegno: Commissioner
Customer Service Specialist: Tina Baines Michael Tedder Commissioner
Account Clerk II: Karla Parham Paul Newman, Commissioner
Office Hours
Fee Payment Monday - Friday - 8:30AM - 4:30PM
Instructors CANNOT accept registration at the class. Fees Recreation Office located at 888 Washington
must be paid at the Recreation Services Office in advance or Blvd. OR
on-line. Payments may be made by cash, check and credit On line is available for residents by logging
card only. Credit cards will be accepted at the Recreation on to www.stamfordrecreation.com
Services Office, or on line with Visa and Master Card Only! Registrations can only be paid by credit card on line
You must be 16 years old to register for adult programs and with a Visa or Master card.
21 years of age for casino trips. All checks should be made
payable to the City Of Stamford. If a check is returned to
Recreation Services for any reason, a cash or money order Recreation Office Holidays
payment of $50.00 plus the face value of the check is Friday, April 10, 2020- Good Friday
required immediately. Monday, May 25, 2020 - Memorial Day
Friday, July 3, 2020 - Independence Day
Reduced Fee Policy Registration Procedure
Any child that receives free or reduced lunch in the
Stamford residents are given first priority to register
Stamford Public School System is eligible for a reduced fee
for all programs. Non-Residents may register for
on selected programs, events & camps. A copy of the
programs on an availability basis one week prior to
school lunch certificate must be supplied at the time of
the start of the program with a $10.00 surcharge.
registration to receive the reduced rate. Programs that this
This does not apply to athletic leagues which have
applies to are marked in the pages ahead. There is also a
separate eligibility polices. Registrations are not
maximum number of reduced fee slots available per
accepted at any of our programs & must be done in
program or camp.
advance at the Recreation Office or ONLINE.
Payments cannot be made at The Recreation Star
Refund Policy Center!
Refunds shall be granted before a class begins for an
incapacitating medical hardship with a doctor’s note,
relocation with documented proof or if a waiting list is
available and the spot can be filled. Any approved refund Recreation Star Center
will be granted minus a 15% processing fee, no The Stamford Recreation Star Center is located at
exceptions! If we cancel a program for any reason, there 1170 Shippan Ave in Stamford. The New Recreation
will be a full refund with no processing fee. Any refund Center is Open Monday through Saturday offering
granted after a class begins shall be prorated in addition to programs from preschool age through adults!
the 15% processing fee. If false information is given on a Registration for all programs held at the Star Center
registration form, the registration is null and void and there are done the Recreation Services Office located on
will be no refund. the first floor of the Government Center.or online.
If you have any questions please go to our website:
www.stamfordrecreation.com or contact us at
203-977-5214.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Registration Dates For Day Camps, Activity & Playground Programs & Preschool Camp 2020
Please update your on-line account before registration the week of March 2, 2020. On-line Day Camp spots are only available for
full pay fee spots and registration for all four day camps starting at 8:30am on-line, If your child has an IEP or 504 plan and you
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agree to supply us with a copy after you register, we can better accommodate your child's needs. This will allow us to give them the
best possible camp experience this summer. Please check the locations for each camp registration this year listed below!
Monday, March 2, 2019 8:30AM (Wait lists cannot be done online)
Heroy Day Camp - 70 spots out of 115 maximum spots - On-line
Davenport Day Camp - 75 spots out of 95 maximum spots - On-line
Star Center Day Camp - 75 spots out of 100 maximum spots - On-line
Stark Day Camp ( Formerly Westover School) - 60 spots out of 80 maximum spots - On-line
· If you are not successful in securing a spot online you may attend the walk-in registration listed below!
· All walk - in registrations are first come, first served basis!
Walk-in Registration Dates For The Above Listed Day Camps (Full pay & Reduced Pay Fee Spots)
Heroy Day Camp - Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 8:00AM - Recreation Office @ Government Center
Davenport Day Camp – Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 8:00AM - Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave
Stark Day Camp – Thursday, March 5, 2020 at 8:00AM - Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave
Star Center Day Camp – Monday, March 9 , 2020 at 8:00AM - Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave
There could possibly be more walk-in spots available if the maximum number of on-line spots are not filled!
Activity & Playground Program On-line ( Full Pay Only) & Walk - in Registration Date
Stillmeadow & Newfield Activity Program, Tuesday, March 10, 2020 starting at 8:00AM @ Recreation Star Center 1170
Shippan Ave
Barrett Outdoor Adventure Program ( Playground), Thursday, March 12 2020 starting at 8:30AM on-line & Walk - In @
Recreation Office In Government Center
Preschool Summer Camp At Roxbury - Registration will be on Friday, March 13, 2020 at 8:30AM
No on-line registration for this camp and a copy of the child’s Birth Certificate is required at registration!
Recreation Office In Government Center
SAVE THE DATE
Spring Holiday and Preschool Programs- Pages 4-7
Spring Youth Programs - Pages 8
Kids to Park Day!
Spring Sports Programs- Page 8-11 May 16th 2020
Dance/Music & Birthday Programs- Page 12-13 A day full of fun, games and healthy snacks!
April Camps and Adult Programs- Page 14- 15
Swim Spring Program- Page 16
Summer 2020 Programs - Page 17
Summer Programs and Summer Camp- Page 18
Summer Camps- Page 19- 30
Summer Swim Program- Page 31 Birthday Parties for Children: Ages Pre K through 4th Grade
Terry Connors Rink- Page 32 Stamford Recreation Services is pleased to offer Birthday parties
at our Star Recreation Center
Friday nights 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Saturdays 2:00PM – 4:00PM
Our parties include 70 minutes of instructed time and 50 minutes of social time food, presents and cake.
Children can pick from the following themed Parties:
Classic Party ( Games, arts & crafts and other activities) Sports Party (You pick the sport)
Zumba Party/Dance Party Hula Hoop Party or talk to our staff and design a theme that works for you
Cost is $325.00 for a Classic party & $275.00 for Sports & Zumba party which includes staff, equipment,
goodie bags, decoration, balloons and a gift for the birthday child. The fee covers the cost of 20 total
children and we will go up to 25 children for an extra $10.00 per child.
For more information, contact Bertrand Oubida, Recreation Leader at Boubida@stamfordct.gov or
203-977-4644.
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HOLIDAY PROGRAM
Ice Cream With The Easter Bunny
Where: Star Recreation Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
When: April 11, 2020
Time: 12:00PM - 1:15pm
Day: Saturday
Fee: $6.00 per person
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Instructors: Recreation Staff
This event is designed for children ages 8 and under. Come join us for this relaxing event with your child/children as the Easter Bunny offers
this fun filled event. As your child waits to see the bunny they will enjoy ice cream and the Mr. Bungles Show with you and their friends. Children will get the
opportunity to sit with the Bunny and receive 5 filled Easter eggs and a small gift. Parents are welcome to take photos. No need for pushing and running for your
child just to collect some eggs as they do at a traditional egg hunt. Each child will also receive a raffle ticket for door prizes.
Participants must preregister for this event!
PRECHOOL SPORTS PROGRAMS
Soccer Tikes For Preschoolers
(Ages 3 - 7 ) Preschool Gymnastics On Saturdays
Where: Scalzi Park (Ages 2 - 4)
When: April 18 – May 23 Where: Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave
Day: Saturdays When April 4 – May 30 ( No class 4/11)
Time: Time: 9:00AM - 9:35AM (Ages 2-3) -Sess. 01
9:00AM - 10:00AM - 3 year olds - Sess. 01 9:40AM - 10:15AM (Ages 3-4) - Sess.02
10:00AM - 11:00AM - 3 - 4 year olds - Sess. 02 Day: Saturday
11:00AM - 12:00PM - 4 - 5 years old -Sess. 03 Fee: $133.00 per child per sessions for 8 weeks
12:00PM - 1:00PM - 5 - 7 years old - Sess. 04 Instructors: Taught By Certified Gym On Wheels Staff
Fee: $120.00 per child per session for six weeks
Instructor: Kevin Fallon, Certified Soccer Instructor The GYM ON WHEELS program will have your children
tumbling, tucking, and jumping out of their shoes until their next encounter
At Soccer Tikes, we stress a non-competitive environment. This is a child with us. This class will help your children develop fundamental gymnastics
development program for kids. Classes are designed to develop motor skills, skills, while also teaching them skills in areas such as coordination, balance,
promote physical fitness, and create self-confidence. We also mix fun, skill agility, listening to instruction, and the importance of team work. We are Team
development activities with actual small sided games. A great relaxing and fun USA Gymnastics team members. We teach children the basic skills used for
way for your child to learn about soccer! pummel horse, high bars, balance beams, parallel bars, springboards, and
much more....all while making sure you have fun!
Preschool Gymnastics Let’s Get Moving & Grooving
Advanced Level Nerf Sports (Ages 1-4)
Where: Recreation Star Center,
(Ages 2-3) (Ages 2 - 3) 1170 Shippan Ave
Where: Recreation Star Center Where: Recreation Star Center, When: March 30 –June 15
1170 Shippan Ave 1170 Shippan Ave ( No class 4/6 & 5/25)
When: April 4 – May 30 (No class 4/11) When: April 17 – May 22 Day: Monday
Time: 10:20AM – 11:15AM Day: Friday Times: 11:00AM – 11:40AM
Day: Saturday Time: 10:50AM -11:30AM Fee: $80.00 for 10 Weeks
Fee: $133.00 per child per Fee: $50.00 for 6 weeks Instructors: Jen Lupinacci, Preschool Instructor
sessions for 8 weeks Instructors: Bertrand Oubida, Recreation
Instructors: Taught By Certified Gym On Leader It is time to get up and get moving and grooving!!
Wheels Staff We will work on our gross motor skills, balance and
Children will have lots of fun learning new cooperative play in our spacious gym and on our
The GYM ON WHEELS program incorporates games and sports each week. This program playground weather permitting. Each class will start
stretching exercise, gymnastic and fitness skills, will allow children to learn the basics and with some stretching - simple games such as freeze
energetic games and lots of fun to bring your give each child confidence while having fun dance and red light green light. Bikes, scooters,
children a high energy, motivating, self esteem trampolines and slides will be set up. There will be
using soft equipment .Creative movement
building & nurturing atmosphere. Some of the parachute play and bubbles in the air to end the
exercise, soccer balls, t-ball,
equipment they will be working on are the class! This is a caregiver and me.
and basketball just a few of the sports we will
balance beam, parallel bars, obstacle course and cover. Parent and me program! A Max of 14
will see the importance
children.
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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Art – Story –Adventure
Play With A Purpose & Get Moving
(Ages 2 - 3)
(Ages 2-4)
Where: Recreation Star Center, 170 Shippan Ave Where: Recreation Star Center, 170 Shippan Ave
When: March 31 – June 11 ( No class 4/7 & 4/9) When: March 31 - June 9 ( No class 4/7)
Time: 10:00AM - 11:30AM Day: Tuesday
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Day: Tuesday &/ or Thursday Times: 11:40AM – 12:20PM
Fee: $107.00 per child once a week for a 10 week program Fee: $80.00 for 10 Weeks
$214.00 per child twice a week for a 10 week program Instructors: Beth Covino, Preschool Instructor
Instructor: Beth Covino, Preschool Instructor
Take an adventure through old and new favorite stories! Each week we
Play With A Purpose: Introduce your toddler to the experience of Pre-school will read a new book and incorporate a fun craft related to the story! This
with this caregiver-and- me classroom complete with centers and circle time! is a fun way to grow your child's love of reading!
"Play with a purpose" learning centers are areas within the classroom where
children learn by playing and engaging in activities. Our classroom will
encourage child-initiated exploration and discovery. Each Little Artists
week we will sing songs, read stories and participate in activities that
encourage fine motor development, coordination skills and independence! We
(Ages 2-4) -New
will be play in our spacious gym or weather permitting, outside on our Where: Recreation Star Center, 170 Shippan Ave
beautiful play area. This part of the class is a great way to encourage movement When: April 2 – June 11 ( No class 4/9)
and independence in a fun and safe environment. Children can run jump and Day: Thursday
slide and play with friends as they develop the important gross motor skills and Times: 11:40AM – 12:20PM
spatial awareness of the ever learning toddler! A child and caregiver class. Fee: $80.00 for 10 Weeks
Instructors: Beth Covino, Preschool Instructor
Let your child explore “The Process of Art” and get creative with this
hands on art class. Each week we try something different such as
painting, printing, crafting and various pasting techniques to create our
masterpieces! Art can sometimes be messy so you will want to dress
appropriately or bring a smock! A caregiver and me class.
Tiny Tots Play Group
Sensory Fun
(Ages 1‐ 2)
Where: Recreation Star Center, 170 Shippan Ave (Ages 1‐ 2)
When: March 31 - June 9 (No class 4/7) Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
Day: Tuesday When: March 31 - June 9 ( No class 4/7)
Times: 11:15AM - 11:55AM Day: Tuesday
Fee: $80.00 for 10 Weeks Times: 10:15AM - 10:55AM
Instructors: Karen Wenz, Preschool Instructor Fee: $80.00 for 10 Weeks
Come play and sing songs in our toddler friendly preschool Instructors: Karen Wenz, Preschool Instructor
classroom. Make friends, engage socially with other toddlers and try
new things. This is important for building confidence in children, Sensory play encourages discovery, supports language
encouraging them to be independent from an early age. Parents can development and cognitive development, fine and gross motor skills and
broaden their social network by meeting other parents with children much more. This session will focus on winter themes and activities as we
in the same age group. A child and caregiver class. explore sensory play with everyday materials and have some Sensory Fun!
A child and caregiver class.
Superhero Toddler Time
Teddy Bear Picnic
Celebration (Age 1- 2)
(Ages 2-4) Where: Recreation Star Center, 170 Shippan Ave
Where: Recreation Star Center, (Ages 2-4) When: April 2 – June 11 (No class 4/9)
1170 Shippan Ave Day: Thursday
Where: Recreation Star Center,
When: April 6, 2020 Times: 9:30AM – 11:00AM
1170 Shippan Ave
Day: Monday Fee: $107.00 for 10 weeks
When: April 7, 2020
Times: 10:00AM – 11:00AM Instructors: Karen Wenz, Preschool Instructor
Day: Tuesday
Fee: $10.00 per child
Times: 10:00AM – 11:00AM
Instructors: Preschool Staff This special program just for 2's and their caregivers
Fee: $10.00 per child
will support toddlers ' natural playful curiosity, encourage
Instructors: Preschool Staff
The Teddy Bears are having a picnic creativity and provide an opportunity to interact with peers as
and you are invited to join them in they develop social skills. We will explore language and early
Dress like your favorite Superhero at
some ” Beary “ fun activities. Crafts, literacy activities and also include small and large motor
this ‘Super” fun event.Crafts,snacks
snacks and Teddy Bear fun await! development play. Join the fun with our new Toddler Time. A
and Superhero fun for all! A caregiver
A caregiver and me class child and care-giver class.
and me class
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PRESCHOOL SPORTS PROGRAMS
Parent and Me Multi Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts – Parent and Me Multi
Sports Saturdays Sundays Sports Tuesdays
(Ages 2-3) (Ages 2-3) (Ages 2-3)
Where: Scalzi Park Where: Scalzi Park Where: Belltown Park 430 Newfield Ave
(grass area next to the Tennis Courts) (grass area next to the Tennis Courts) When: 4/21/20-6/9/20
When: 4/18/20-6/13/20 When: 4/19/20-6/14/20 No class on 5/24. Days: Tuesday
No class on 5/23. Days: Sunday Time: 9am-10am
Days: Saturday Time: 9am-10am Session 1 Fee: $162.00
Time: 10am-11am Conceptualize by taking inspiration from culture, your environment,
3pm-4pm Session 2
or the Ages: 2-3 years old
Fee: $162.00 existing project at hand.
Fee: $162.00
Ages: 2-3 years old Ages: 2-3 years old The Parent & Me Multi Sports Squirts
program allows children to try a variety of
The Parent & Me Multi Sports Squirts Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts is a fun and positive sports with a helping hand from Mom or
program allows children to try a variety of introduction to t-ball for young children with a helping Dad! Ease your child into social situations
sports with a helping hand from Mom or hand from Mom or Dad! With a parent participating by with support and confidence as you
Dad! Ease your child into social situations their side, kids will have fun learning the fundamental engage in fun sport activities and games
with support and confidence as you skills of t-ball through structured activities, together.
engage in fun sports activities and games fun based games, and scrimmages.
together.
Squirts Multi Sports Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts
Parent and Me T-Ball Squirts- Tuesdays
Saturdays – Sundays
(Ages 3-4) (Ages 2-3)
(Ages 2-3) Where: Belltown Park 430 Newfield Ave
Where: Scalzi Park
Where: Scalzi Park When: 4/21/20-6/9/20
(grass area next to the Tennis Courts)
(grass area next to the Tennis Courts) (No class on 5/23)
When: 4/19/20-6/14/20 (No class on 5/24)
When: 4/18/20-6/13/20 Days: Tuesday
Days: Sunday
(No Class on 5/23) Time: 11am-12pm
Time: 9am-10am Session 1
Days: Saturday Fee: $162
3pm-4pm Session 2
Time: 9am-10am Ages: 3-4 years old
Fee: $162.00
Fee: $162.00
Ages: 2-3 years old
Ages: 2-3 years old The Squirts Multi Sports program allows
children to try a variety of different sports
Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts is a fun and positive
Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts is a fun and positive throughout the season including Lacrosse,
introduction to t-ball for young children with a
introduction to t-ball for young children with a helping Soccer, T-Ball, and Track & Field. All
helping hand from Mom or Dad! With a parent
hand from Mom or Dad! With a parent participating by sports are taught in a safe and structured
participating by their side, kids will have fun
their side, kids will have fun learning the fundamental learning environment designed to ensure
learning the fundamental skills of t-ball through
skills of t-ball through structured activities, fun based learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun!
structured activities, fun based games, and
games, and scrimmages.
scrimmages.
Squirts Multi Sports
Squirts T-Ball –Tuesdays Squirts T-Ball Sundays Saturdays
(Ages 3-4) (Ages 3-4) (Ages 3-4)
Where: Belltown Park 430 Newfield Ave Where: Scalzi Park
Where: Scalzi Park
When: 4/21/20-6/9/20 (grass area next to the Tennis Courts)
(grass area next to the Tennis Courts)
Days: Tuesday When: 4/19/20-6/14/20
When: 4/18/20-6/13/20
Time: 10am-11am (No class on 5/24)
(No class on 5/23)
Fee: $162.00 Days: Sunday
Days: Saturday
Ages: 3-4 years old Time: 10am-11am Session 1
Time: 11am-12pm
1pm-2pm Session 2
Fee: $162.00
Open to both boys and girls, there's no better 2pm-3pm Session 3
Ages: 3-4 years old
introduction to the sports of baseball or softball! Fee: $162.00
Skills covered include hitting, throwing, catching, Ages: 3-4 years old
The Squirts Multi Sports program allows
base running, fielding, and more. Each session Open to both boys and girls, there's no better
children to try a variety of different sports
is taught through structured activities, fun introduction to the sports of baseball or softball! Skills
throughout the season including Lacrosse,
games, and scrimmages designed to ensure covered include hitting, throwing, catching, base
Soccer, T-Ball, and Track & Field. All
learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun! running, fielding, and more. Each session is taught
sports are taught in a safe and structured
through structured activities, fungames, and
learning environment designed to ensure
scrimmages designed to ensure learning and most
learning and most importantly:
importantly: fun, fun, fun!
fun, fun, fun!
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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Kid Concoctions
Spring Fling - New
(Ages 2‐ 4)- New
(Ages 2-4) Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave When: March 30 –June 15
When: April 8, 2020 (No class 4/6 & 5/25)
Day: Wednesday Day: Monday
Times: 10:00AM – 11:00AM Times: 10:00AM – 10:40AM
Fee: $10.00 per child Fee: $80.00 for 10 Weeks
Instructors: Preschool Staff Instructors: Jen Lupinacci, Preschool Instructor
Spring is here and the fun is “Blooming” at this Come ready to build your child’s desire to explore, create, learn
special event. Spring themed crafts, snacks and flower fun will keep and experiment! We will use common household items to create
us buzzing! A caregiver and me class some amazing concoctions like Magic Muck, Funny Putty,
Slime, Scratch and Sniff Watercolors, Foamy Paint, Super
Sidewalk Paint and MUCH MUCH More!! The kids will be able
Silly Science & Nature Too! to mix thier own concoctions. Things could get messy but that’s
part of being a kid - dress accordingly! This is a caregiver and
(Ages 2‐4) me class.
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave.
When: April 1 – June 10 ( No class 4/8)
Day: Wednesday
Littlest Artists (Ages 1-2) - New
Time: 10:00am – 10:40am – Sess. 01 Where: Recreation Star Center, 170 Shippan Ave
11:00AM – 11:40AM –Sess. 02 When: April 2 – June 11 (No class 4/9)
Fee: $80.00 per child for 10 weeks per section Day: Thursday
Instructors: Beth Covino: Tuesday & Jen Lupinacci: Wednesday Times: 11:15AM – 11:55AM
Fee: $80.00 for 10 weeks
It’s full STEM/STEAM ahead in this hands on class. STEM/STEAM learning is very Instructors: Karen Wenz Preschool Instructor
important because these five disciplines are used in everyday activities. We will explore
something new every week-while using different accepts of STEAM that relate to the A make and take program of process focused Art Exploration for the
weekly theme. Throughout the year we will perform different experiments and we will littlest artists.Roll up your selves, have some fun with your little one
learn about nature and the world around us. Themes may include dinosaurs, volcanoes, creating a one of a kind masterpiece.Caregiver and me class.
magnets, hibernation, space and so much more! A caregiver and me class!
STAY AND PLAY PRESCHOOL
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
When: September 2020 - June 2021 (Following Stamford Public School Calendar)
Day: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday – 3 year old program – Sess. 01
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – 4 year old program – Sess. 02
Time: 9:15AM – 12:15PM
Fee: $3,900.00 per year (3 Year olds / 3 times per week) - Can be paid in 4 quarterly payments of $975.
$5,200.00 per year (4 year olds/ 4 times per week) – Can be paid in 4 quarterly payments of $1300.
A $500.00 non -refundable deposit is due at the time of registration & the deposit will be deducted from your final payment
Instructor: Beth Covino, Preschool Instructor & Karen Wenz, Preschool Instructor
Our exciting preschool program specifically designed for 3 and 4 year olds. Children will gain independence and self-
confidence in our play based approach to early learning focused on socialization and cooperation. This hands on, active
environment will encourage exploration and discovery. Activities will include creative expression, dramatic play, music and
movement, large and small motor activities, early literacy, sensory activities, math readiness and outdoor play.
Note: For more information or to schedule a visit call 203-977-5018 or
Email Scott Kassouf The Assistant Superintendent Of Recreation @Skassouf@stamfordct.gov
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YOUTH SPRING ACTIVITIES & SPORTS PROGRAMS
Fun Foods Chess Wizards
Make and Take Monday’s (Gr. 2-4) (Gr. K & UP)
(Gr. 2-4) Where: Star Recreation Center,
Where: Recreation Star Center ,1170 Shippan Ave
1170 Shippan Ave
Where: Star Recreation Center, 1170 Shippan Ave When: April 4 – May 23 ( No class 4/11)
When: April 14 – May 26
When: May 4, 11 & 18 Day: Saturdays
Time: 4:15pm – 5:30pm
Time: 4:15pm –5:30pm Time: 9:30AM - 10:30AM
Day: Tuesday
Day: Monday Fee: $140.00 per child for 8 weeks
Fee: $85.00 per
Fee: $80.00 per child for classes includes all Instructor: Certified Chess Wizard Staff
child for 7 weeks
supplies
Instructors: Ms. Nanacy
Instructors: Ms. Nancy Chess Wizards is a premier chess education company
providing fun, informative and challenging chess lessons to
It's time to make food FUN! We're
Each week children will MAKE and take home a students. Chess Wizards teaches children many important life
combining art and food as we get our
creative and unique masterpiece. This out of the box art concepts, such as learning the ability to win graciously and
"chef" on and make creative recipes
workshop will offer projects using canvas, recycling and accept defeat with dignity, and sportsmanship. Students will be
together. This is a hands on class as
collage. divided into groups according to their chess experience. At the
children will learn to follow steps of a
end of this session, each student will have had the chance to
recipe to make individual breakfast,
participate in a mini-chess tournament.
lunch, dinner and snacks foods!
Paint Draw & More Art
Cartooning Class
(Ages 5‐12)
Where: Davenport School Art Room
(Ages 8 ‐ 13)
When: April 1 – June 3 ( No class 4/8)
Crayola Artist Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
Day: Wednesday Passport Program When: April 4 – June 13 ( No class 4/11 & 5/23)
Time: 4:00PM - 5:00PM - Ages 5-8 - Sess. 01 Day: Saturday
5:00PM - 6:00PM - Ages 9- 12 - Sess. 02
(Ages 5 – 10)- New Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Fee: $173.00 per person for 9 weeks/ All materials Where: Recreation Star Center, Fee: $170.00 per person for 9 weeks/ All materials
included 1170 Shippan Ave included
Instructor: Jo-Anne Claybourne When: April 16 – May 21 Instructor: Heather Bennett
Days: Thursday
This program teaches children to draw what they see, while Time: 4:30PM – 5:30PM This is cartooning class plus! In this class young artists will
enhancing their drawings with their own ideas and concepts Fee: $115.00 per child for 6 weeks develop a cartoon character, create its comic book story.
and using different materials in creative ways. The class The camp will follow the cartoon theme created by the
environment is non-competitive and fun. This program helps Embark on a around –the-world students. During the session they will be designing, drawing,
children to build self-esteem through their drawing success cultural adventure- explore far –off mask making and working in 2 and 3D. This class has been
and enhances hand-eye coordination, as well as spatial and places and learn about people who selling out and we are happy to offer our own little Comic
color relationships. Offered by Paint, Draw and More live there, from Americans to Con at the Stamford Park and Recreation. All material’s
Polynesia, from the cosmopolitan to included. Before becoming a teacher, Heather Bennett
the countryside. Experiment with founded “The Late Night Milk Run,” a 15-year-old online
Crayola products, while trying art business specializing in hand made sculptures (plush dolls)
techniques developed by local and prop designs. Her work has been featured in
Learn To Code Stay on schedule by monitoring the progress
artists and artisans. of each
Make different goal and keeping including ELLE, Glamour, Milk Magazine
publications
master piecestrack.
each week such as (France) and Linda Wonen (Holland). Her dolls and artwork
(Ages 5–14) drums. Masks, prints, buses and have also been seen on TV shows such as HBO’s “Girls”
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave more! Bring the unique creations and “Modern Family.” Offered by Paint, Draw and More!
Davenport Elementary School home and build a globally inspired
Day & Time: Monday – 4:00PM – 5:00PM art gallery!
(Davenport School) – Sess. 01
Wednesday – 5:00PM – 6:00PM
(Recreation Star Center – Sess. 2 Eagles Soccer Academy
Saturday – 10:00AM – 11:00AM (Ages 5-13)
(Recreation Star Center) – Sess. 03
Where: Lione Park (Turf field)
Fee: $200.00 (Minimum of 8 students per class)
When: April 13th - June 3th
Instructors: Expert Coding Senseis
(Mon. & Wed.)
April 14th - June 4th (Tues & Thurs.)
Technology (Coding & STEM) is the future and if we look around,
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM ages 5-7-Sess. 01
technology is bringing positive impact to all the aspects of our lives.
5:30PM - 6:30 PM ages 8-10- Sess.02
Code Ninjas is a nationwide leader in technology education for
6:35 PM - 7:45PMages 11-13- Sess.03
children. Our experts will help students learn coding concepts in a
6:35PM - 7:35PM/ ages 8-10 Sess.04
fun filled engaging environment - students will then be BUILDING
Fee: $160.00 For 8 Weeks Twice per week
their own video games (using MIT Scratch, Roblox and Java Script)
Instructors: Eddy, Martin, Ricky,& Rene (Certified Instructors)
that they can publish for their friends to play and brag about. This will
be complemented by STEM activities that will help students develop
We specialize: in technical development, motor skill training, & small sided games. At
logical thinking and problem solving capabilities. "Whether we're
Eagles of Stamford we create a fun, safe, and friendly environment that provides the
fighting climate change or going to space, everything is moved
necessary tools to enable each player to achieve success through motor skills as well as
forward by computers, and we don't have enough people who can
tactical learning while promoting physical fitness. Please bring a bottle of water and size 3 or
code." Bill Gates
4 soccer ball.
PAGE 8
YOUTH SPORTS SPRING PROGRAMS
Home School Open Gym Teen Yoga Indoor Soccer Club Intro To Tennis
Program (Ages 13-17) - New (Gr.1‐2) (Ages 5-7 )
(Ages 5 ‐ 12) Where: Recreation Star Center 1170 Where: Recreation Star Center, Where: Scalzi Park
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave 1170 Shippan Ave Tennis Courts
Shippan Ave When: April 15 – June 3 When: April 3 – May 29 When: May 16 –June 13
When: April 1 – June 10 (No class 4/8) Days: Wednesday (No class 4/10) Days: Saturday
Day: Wednesday Time: 7:30AM – 8:15PM Day: Friday Time: 9:00AM -9:45AM - Sess. 01
Time: 1:00PM - 2:30PM Fee: $140.00 per student for 8 weeks Time: 4:15PM - 5:15PM 9:00AM - 9:45AM - Sess. 02
Fee: $55.00 per student for 10 weeks Instructor: Laurie Findeisen, Fee: $55.00 per student for eight 9:45AM - 10:30AM - Sess. 03
Instructor: Recreation Staff Certified Instructor weeks 9:45AM - 10:30AM - Sess. 04
Instructor: Recreation Staff 10:30AM - 11:15AM - Sess. 05
This program is designed for home Join this mindful blend of movement and 10:30AM - 11:15AM - Sess. 06
schooled children. Each week will consist breathing to build confidence, release This soccer program allows 11:15AM -12:00PM - Sess. 07
of 30 minutes of fun structured stress and increase concentration and participants the opportunity to learn 11:15AM - 12:00PM - Sess. 08
games followed by 60 minutes of free play. awareness of body and mind. These and play the game. Through staff Fee: $75.00 per child per session
All participants must be preregistered for classes will help teens find calm and instruction and practice participants
the program to participate. balance for their busy lives. All levels will learn skills, strategies and This program is designed to be a fun-
are welcome. Please bring a mat and a game play each week. filled introduction to tennis for children
water bottle ages 5-7 with a game-oriented theme
and utilizing 10 and Under Tennis
racquet & balls. Each class will include
Tennis Basics 30 minutes of instruction and 15
minutes of tennis play.
(Ages 8-12 )
Where: Scalzi Park Tennis Basics For
Tennis Courts
When: May 16 – June 13
Teens Indoor Soccer Club
Days: Saturday (Ages 13 - 16 ) (Gr.1‐2)
Time:
Where: Scalzi Park Tennis
9:00AM -9:55AM - Sess. 01 Where: Recreation Star Center,
Courts
10:00AM - 10:55AM - Sess. 02 1170 Shippan Ave
When: May 16 – June 13
10:00AM - 10:55AM - Sess. 03 When: April 3 – May 29
Days: Saturday
11:00AM - 11:55AM - Sess.04 (No class 4/10)
Time: 11:00AM -11:55AM
Fee: $125.00 per child per session Day: Friday
Fee: $125.00 per child per
Time: 4:15PM - 5:15PM
session
This program is designed to teach basic ground strokes and Fee: $55.00 per student for eight
volleys to children ages 8-12 who have already played some weeks
This program is designed to be
tennis or athletic rookies who are looking to test the talents in Instructor: Recreation Staff
an introduction to tennis.
a new sport.
Participants will be taught the
This soccer program allows
fundamentals of forehands,
participants the opportunity to
Zumba For Kids backhands, serves and volleys
learn and play the game. Through
as well as the rules of the
staff instruction and practice
(Ages 7- 11) game.
participants will learn skills,
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave strategies and game play each
When: April 176– June 4 week.
Day: Thursday
Times: 4:45PM - 5:45PM
Fee: $80.00 per child for 8 weeks
Instructors: Patricia Moore, Certified Zumba Instructor
Gymnastics For Youth
(Ages 5‐7)
Zumba Kids classes feature kid friendly routines based on Where: Recreation Star Center,
original Zumba choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities and 1170 Shippan Ave
cultural exploration elements into the class structure. Helps develop a healthy lifestyle When: April 13 – June 8
and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s live by making fitness fun! ( No class 5/25)
Day: Monday
All Sports & Gym Games Time: 4:45PM - 5:30PM
Fee: $133.00 per student for 8 weeks
(Gr. 3-4 ) - New Instructor: Taught By Certified Gym on
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave Wheels Staff
When: April 2 –May 28 (No class 4/9)
Day: Thursday The GYM ON WHEELS program incorporates stretching
Time: 4:15pm -5:15pm exercise, aerobics to music, gymnastic skills, energetic games and lots of fun to bring your
Fee: $55.00 per child for eight weeks children a high energy , motivating , self esteem building & nurturing atmosphere. Some of the
Instructor: Recreation Staff equipment they will be working on are the balance beam, parallel bars, obstacle course and the
importance of team work and much more.
Come join us each week as we will play a new sport or gym
game for a full hour of fun. The first 10 minutes we will review
the rules of the sport or game then it is all fun. PAGE 9
YOUTH SPORTS SPRING PROGRAMS
Kids Aerial Fitness Fusion Fundamentals Of Sports Academy
(Ages 11 & Up) – New Basketball (Gr. K & 1)
Where: Break Thru Family Fit 4 Life, 48 Union Street (Gr. 1– 2) Where: Recreation Star Center,
When: March 30 – May 4 (No class 4/6) 1170 Shippan Ave
Where: Recreation Star Center,
Day: Monday When: April 1 – May 27
1170 Shippan Ave
Times: 6:45PM – 7:35PM (No class 4/8)
When: March 31 – May 26
Fee: $192.00 per student for 6 classes Day: Wednesday
(No class 4/7)
Instructors: Certified Vega Ariel Fitness Instructor Time: 4:15PM - 5:15PM
Day: Tuesday
Time: 4:15PM - 5:15PM Fee: $55.00 for eight weeks
This class draws from Pilates, Yoga, Ballet, Aerial Arts and Instructor: Recreation Staff
Fee: $55.00 per student for 8 weeks
suspension training techniques. Children will gain strength,
Instructor: Recreation Staff
flexibility, balance and coordination while using an aerial Each week students will learn the
fabric hammock suspended from the ceiling for support. This basic skills of a sport followed by
A fun exciting program were children
unique class will let children put their creative energy to good 45 minutes of game time. Sports
can meet new friends
use by taking flight in a safe, fun, nurturing environment. covered will be Basketball, Soccer,
and learn the concepts of dribbling,
AERIAL FITNESS is a fun and active approach to get Whiffle ball, Floor Hockey and
passing, offence, defense and
children moving, while increasing their overall strength. It will more. For boys and girls
shooting. For boys and girls.
empower their minds, body and souls! AERIAL FITNESS has
many benefits for children including; Learn relaxation skills
along with breath work to promote mindfulness and self
regulation skills. Development social skills to neurological and Real Gym For Kids Pre – Teen Yoga (Ages 9-12)
developmental benefits. Boost their self confidence,
(Ages 7 & UP) Where: Recreation Star Center 1170
necessary body awareness & exploration while
Shippan Ave
subconsciously training the body + mind to embrace new Where: Break Thru Family Fit 4 Life
When: April 15 – June 3
experiences. Will gain enhanced concentration & refine gross When: April 6 – June 14
Days: Wednesday
and find motor skills Most importantly AERIAL FITNESS is Day & Time: 4:00PM - 6:00PM - Mon. - Fri.
Time: 4:30PM – 5:15PM
super fun! Ages 10 - 15. Advanced sign up is required for all 9:00AM - 12:00PM - Sat & Sun
Fee: $140.00 per student for 8 weeks
classes. Bring own Yoga Mat + lots of H2O Fee: $149.00 per student / Unlimited days
Instructor: Laurie Findeisen, Certified
Instructor: Kimberly Colletto, ACE Certified
Instructor
Trainer
Join this mindful blend of movement and
A one-of-a-kind kids’ fitness circuit with 10-12
breathing to build confidence, release stress and
strength and cardio machines. A REAL GYM,
increase concentration and awareness of body and
the only one around, with Kid sized equipment.
mind. These classes will help pre-teens find calm
Kids learn the right way to workout
and balance for their busy lives. All levels are
independently & form good habits for life.
welcome. Please bring a mat and a water bottle.
Great for kids who don’t like competitive sports
Hoop Girls “Whirl the World “For & a good supplement for sports conditioning.
(Gr. K‐5) With Yoga Cool Down Program is customized to each childbased on
his/her individual needs. Only 15.00 dollars per
Where: Davenport School
week for your child to feel good! All students
When: March 23 -May 11 (Beg/Inter Gr. K- 4 ) –Mon.
must call Break Through Fitness. (203-355-
April 1 – June 3 (Advanced / Gr. 2-5) – Wed.
9395) for first time orientation
March 19 – May 14 (Beg/Inter. / Gr. K-5) – Thurs.
March 20 – May 8 ( Intermediate/ Adv. Gr. 2-5) – Fri.
Days & Time: Monday/ (Beg/Inter Gr. K- 4 ) 3:45PM – 4:45PM – Sess 1
Wednesday (Advanced / Gr. 2-5) 3:45PM – 4:45PM – Sess 2
Thursday/ (Beg. To Inter. / Gr. K-5) 4:15PM – 5:15PM – Sess 3
Friday/(Intermediate/ / Adv.Gr. 2-5) 3:45PM – 4:45PM – Sess 4
Friday/(Intermediate/ / Adv.Gr. 2-5) 8:00AM – 8:45AM – Sess 5
Fee: $115.00 per student per session
Instructor: Betty Kelly Camlin, Certified Instructor
OUR MOTTO IS “HOOP GIRLS WHIRL THE WORLD” With a big H -for HAPPY!!! Hoop Girls have a whirl of a time, getting happy and fit, while burning calories
hooping it up to their favorite pop tunes using beautifully designed hoops. Our Fitness Hoops ( they can purchase from Betty) are handmade, slightly weighted,
larger hoops, which makes learning hooping easier for beginner and challenging for the pro. We start with a dynamic warm up using the hoops, followed by Hula
Hooping and learning some awesome 'hooping tricks” and eventually, full choreographed HOOP DANCE routines. As the class progresses and the girls master
some “Hoop Tricks” they then collaborate together to create their very own choreography. The class will end gentle yoga stretch and some fun games. We do
our best to have a Hooping performance for parents on last day (about 10 min before then end of the last class). Potential performance in various local events
such as Vets Day Parade, Thanksgiving Spectacular, Holiday Tree Lightings, St Pats Parade, Alive at 5, Walk for Hope and more. Monday is
beginner/intermedaite class. Wed Hoopers must be able to Hoop well on waist and have had at least 2 classes with Betty. Friday is intermediate at least on class
with Betty. Hooping is a wonderful form of exercise, self expression, and creativity. It improves fitness, stamina, endurance, strengthens Core and improves
hand-eye co- ordination, proprioception, balance and motor skills. Hoop Girls is also a phenomenal stress reducer. The endorphins flow as the smiles iden with
each new Hoop Girl Tick they master. Visit American Counsel on Exercise (ACE) for more benefits of Hula Hoop exercise. Wear sneakers, bring water. Sandals
or open shoes not allowed. Hoops provided. ALL SESSION 8 WKS Dates do not include 1/2 days or holidays. (MIN OF 10 MAX OF 16 FOR CLASS)
PAGE 10YOUTH SPORTS SPRING PROGRAMS
Team Wrigley Tae Kwon Do Beginner Training
Hoop Girls Fitness & Yoga Camp for Youth
(Gr. K-6) (Ages 7 & Up)
Where: Davenport School Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
When: April 6 – April 8 When: March 30 – June 11 ( 4/ 6 – 4/9 & 5/25)
Days: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Days: Monday & Thursday (must attend twice a week)
Time: 8:45AM – 4:00PM Time: 6:00PM - 6:40PM
Fee: $190.00/ Plus $5.00 craft fee Fee: $180.00 per student (Twice a week)
paid to the camp director on the first day Instructors: Mr. Tim Wrigley, 6th Degree Black Belt &
Lucas Tuccinardi, Black Belt
BETTY KELLY - CAMLIN of BODYWISE BY BETTYcert PT trainer, is the
DIRECTOR AND CREATOR OF HOOPS GIRLS w YOGA. Is providing a Taught safely with traditional values, Ta Kwon Do will help your child develop
3 day Hooping & Yoga Camp for Spring Break at Davenport Ridge their physical coordination along with their concentration skills. Much more
School. Hoop Girls is a Hula Hoop/Dance Fitness/Yoga program that than learning the basic physical skills to defend themselves, Tae Kwon Do will
includes opportunities to perform at local, public events such as parades, help in all aspects of life teaching respect fall things, giving them the positive
tree lightings, Alive at 5, Hoop For Hope, Stamford Mall and more. Girls influence and self-confidence they will need to be successful at anything they
can also perform in talent shows and pep rallies. Camp also includes do. Of course it is lot of fun to learn, and a good workout for our youth! Brand
playground fun, jump rope and crafts. No Experience required. Craft new students who enroll will start out with the rank of "White Belt" and will
includes decorating a Yoga Mat, and Hula Hoop cards. work towards higher ranks (also indicated by color) which are designed to help
them with goal setting, have a sense of achievement and show their progress.
Team Wrigley Tae Kwon Do
Krav Maga Kids (KMX)
(Ages 7 & Up)
(Ages 7 - 13)
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
Where: Break Thru Family Fit 4 life/ 48 Union Street
When: March 30 – June 11 ( 4/ 6 – 4/9 & 5/25)
When: April 6 – June 14
Day & Time: By Rank (Must attend twice a week)
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
Yellow & Orange Belts: Monday - 6:45PM - 7:30PM
Time: 5:00PM - 5:45PM - Week Nights
Wednesday - 6:15PM -7:00PM
10:30AM – 10:45AM – Sundays
Green, Blue, Red & Brown Belts: Tuesday - 6:30PM - 7:30PM
Fee: $199.00 per student two days per week - Sess. 01
Thursday - 6:45PM - 7:45PM
$249.00 per student three days per week - Sess. 02
Black Belts: Monday -7:30PM - 8:30PM
Instructor: Tom Bacha & Kimberly Colletto
Wednesday - 7:15PM - 8:15PM
Fee: $200.00 per student (Twice a week)
This is a unique kids version of the Israeli Self-Defense
Instructors: Mr. Tim Wrigley, 6th Degree Black Belt & Lucas
and Military Training System for ages 7-13. It uses drills and
Tuccinardi, Black Belt
games to teach children life skills, self-reliance, Personal
Protection, Discipline, Focus, Common Sense, and also Self
This Martial Art Program is designed specifically for
Confidence. Classes begin with a full 20 minutes of fun cardio
returning students or those children who may have had prior
drills (obstacle course, boot camp drills etc.), followed by
martial arts experience elsewhere*.Students enrolled who know
realistic self-defense drills and end with Stranger Danger
the true benefit of Tae Kwon Do and how much fun it can be, will
Awareness drills where flash cards are used to develop
continue on their path to the eventual rank of Black Belt and
instinctive responses to dangerous situations.
beyond. Note that classes are separated by rank. Students can
now expect to develop to more advanced level Tae Kwon Do
skills than they have ever achieved before. Returning students Youth Boxing Program
should enroll in a class time according to their rank. (Limited
allowances may be possible with Instructor's approval, but we (Gr. 6‐10)
encourage all students to participate at their designated time Where: Break Thru Family Fit For Life/ 48 Union Street
slot) *Students with prior martial arts experience elsewhere When: April 1 – April 30 - Sess. 1
should enroll in the White May 1 – May 29 - Sess. 2
Belt Class timeslot. A skill assessment of the student (during first June 1- June 30 -Sess.3
week of classes) will completed by the Instructor determine Days & Times: Monday: 3:00PM – 6:00PM
starting rank Tuesday: 4:00PM – 5:00PM
Wednesday: 3:00PM – 6:00PM
Thursday: 4:00PM – 5:00PM
Fee: $100.00 per 1 month session/per student
Instructor: Jesse Mendoza, Certified Instructor
Our Boxing Program offers a variety of classes which includes Boxing Technique, Strength Training and High Intensity Interval Training. Why choose boxing?
Our Boxing Program creates a challenge both physically and mentally which offers many health benefits for all ages and fitness levels. Boxing is the perfect
choice for anyone interested in a different type of workout, learning self defense, losing weight, building confidence, seeking a positive lifestyle change,
improving cardiovascular health and endurance. We encourage everyone of all fitness levels to join our classes and come experience a challenging and
enjoyable workout. www.StamfordBoxingandFitness.com
PAGE 11YOUTH FISHING CLASS
* * FREE FAMILY FISHING CLASS * *
Sponsored by CT DEEP C.A.R.E.
Program in Stamford
When: Friday, April 24, 2020
Where: Stamford Government Center, 4th fl.
888 Washington Blvd, Stamford, CT
Time: 6:00pm - 8:30pm
It's FREE!
Join CT DEEP for an introduction to fishing.
Learn to fish; then get outside for real fishing Certified CARE Instructors will teach your class. All teaching materials will be provided. Adults & kids age 7
and up are welcome. (Adults must accompany children. This is not a drop off class.) Study CT Aquatic Resources. Learn to fish in, enjoy, and conserve our
waters and our fisheries. Learn safe angling methods, ethics & rules of the sport, how to tie knots and make rigs, how to use baits and lures, and how to
identify, find & catch your own fish. Join us to fish at our “secret fishing spot” on May 2, 2020. You can practice casting or get started right away. Bring
your own gear or use ours! You provide your own bait. TO RESERVE YOUR PLACE, CALL Stamford Recreation Services: 203-977-5214
YOUTH DANCE AND MUSIC SPRING PROGRAMS
Advanced Beg./Intermediate Guitar Beginner Guitar Lessons With Mr. Truglio For Students
With Mr. Truglio For Students Gr. 6 & Grades 4 & 5
UP Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
When: April 1 –June 3 ( No class 4/8)
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
Day: Wednesday
When: April 1 –June 3 ( No class 4/8)Day: WednesdayTime:
Time: 5:15PM - 6:00PM
6:00PM - 6:45PM/ Max of 6 students!
Fee: $175.00 per student for 9 weeks/ Max of 6 studentIntroduction to guitar.
Fee: $175.00 per student for 9 weeks /Max of 6 students
For beginners and players with a little experience. Finger dexterity, reading, chords & getting
Continued study of guitar techniques for students with 1 plus years
around the guitar is all part of this program. You must supply your ownacoustic or electric
of lessons. Music that is age appropriate will be used. You must
guitar. Max of 6 students!
supply your own acoustic or electric guitar.
Beginner /Early Intermediate
Ballet For Children Beginner Drum Lessons
Drum Lessons
(Gr. K‐6) (Ages 7 & Up) – New
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
(Ages 7 & Up) – New
Where: Recreation Star Center,1170 Shippan Ave Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan
When: March 30 –June 8
When: March 30 – June 13 Ave
(No class 4/6, 5/18 & 5/25)
(No class 4/6, 4/11 & 5/25) When: March 31 – June 2 (No class 4/7 & 5/19)
Day: Monday
Day & Times: Day: Tuesday
Times: 5:00PM – 5:45PM
Monday/4:30 - 5:30PM (Gr. K-3) - Sess. A Times: 5:00PM – 5:45PM
Fee: $245.00 for 8 weeks
Monday/5:30 - 6:30PM (Gr. 4-6) - Sess. B Fee: $245.00 for 8 weeks
Instructors: Bud Tunick, Certified Instructor & Musician
Saturday/10:30 - 11:30AM (Gr. K-3) - Sess. C Instructors: Bud Tunick, Certified Instructor &
Fee: $180.00 for 10 weeks Musician
For beginners and and players with a little experience.
Instructors: Ms. Danette/ Ms. Debbie
Students will be taught how to hold drumsticks, play
important rudiments, read basic note values. They will get For beginners to early intermediate students:
Ballet - the dancers will explore the great ballet Students will expand their rudiment vocabulary,
drum set experience and will learn some basic drum beats
stories as they learn technique. Waltz into class and read drum beats and will work on their drum fills,
(rock, pop, jazz, blues) and how to navigate around the
leap into fun!! Dancers need ballet slippers, and i.e. moving around the drums in a rhythmic context.
drum set and develop a rock solid foundation for their
water bottle. Girls– Royal Blue leotard, pink tights, They will also learn to play along to popular songs.
drumming while using coordination, independence and
pink ballet slippers. Boys-White t-shirt, dark shorts or
dexterity.
sweats and black slippers. Violin Lessons (Ages 5 -10)
Broadway Dance Tippy Toes Primary Level
(Gr. 3 ‐ 5) (Ages 3 & 4) Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
When: March 30 – June 1 ( No class 4/6 & 5/25)
Where: Recreation Star Center,
Where: Recreation Center, Day: MondayTime: 5:30PM – 6:00PM ( Ages 5-7) Sess 1
1170 Shippan Ave
1170 Shippan Ave 6:00PM – 6:30PM ( Ages 8-10) – Sess 2
When: March 31 – June 9 (No class 4/7)
When: April 2 – June 11( No class 4/9) Fee: $210.00 per child for 8 weeks session
Day: Tuesday
Day: Thursday Instructor: Andrew Knebel, Professional Violinist
Time: 9:30AM - 10:15AM
Time: 5:30PM - 6:30PM
Fee: $180.00 per child for 10 weeks per
Fee: $180.00 per child for 10 weeks per This program is designed for introducing the violin in a fan
sections
sections setting where the students will learn how to hold the
Instructors: Ms. Danette
Instructors: Ms. Debbie instrument, the bow, basic theory and music reading and the
basic principles for how todevelop the ability to play the
Creative Movement. Mermaids and dolphins,
Learn a dance combination to a Broadway song. violin. A Max of 5 students per session.
princesses and pirates join together to share the
Class will include dance and theater technique. In
love of movement and music. Dress comfy and
class performance on the last day.
join the fun. PAGE 12YOUTH AND PRESCHOOL DANCE SPRING
PROGRAMS & MORE
Hip Hop/Funk Star Ballet For Pre K Jazz/Tap For Pre K ‐ 3
(Gr. K ‐ 6) Where: Recreation Star Center,
1170 Shippan Ave
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
When: April 2 – June 13 (No class 4/9 & 4/11)
Where: Recreation Star Center,1170 Shippan Ave When: April 4 – June 13 (No class 4/11) Days & Times:
When: March 31 – June 9 ( No class 4/7) Day: Saturday Thursday - 4:30PM - 5:30PM ( Gr. K-3) - Sec. A
Day: Tuesday Time: 11:30AM - 12:30PM Saturday - 10:30AM - 11:30AM (Pre. K) - Sec. B
Time: 4:30PM - 5:30PM ( Gr. K - 3 ) - Sec. A Fee: $180.00 for 10 weeks Saturday - 11:30AM - 12:30PM ( Gr. K-3) - Sec. C
5:30PM - 6:30PM ( Gr. 4 -6 ) - Sec. B Instructors: Ms. Danette Fee: $180.00 for 10 weeks
Fee: $180.00 for 10 weeks Instructors: Ms. Danette/ Ms. Debbie
Instructors: Ms. Debbie Ballet - the dancers will explore the great
ballet stories as they learn technique. Waltz Get the rhythm of your feet. In this class we will
This class is one hour fun filled class is for the person into class and leap into fun!! Girls– Royal explore a variety of sounds through tap dancing and
who loves to dance around the house. Why not take it Blue leotartd, pink tights, pink ballet move to music of the smooth and cool world off Jazz
to the beautiful Star Center and shine even brighter! slippers. Boys-White t-shirt, dark shorts or dance. Tap & jazz shoes necessary. Bring a water
Dress comfortably. Hip hop sneakers or Jazz shoes. sweats and black slippers. bottle.
No street shoes. In class performance on the last day
Dancing Stars (Ages 3 ‐ 5)
Where: Recreation Star Center,1170 After School Club at the
Shippan Ave
When: March 30 – Jun 15 ( No class 4/9 & Star Center
5/25) Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan
Day: Monday Ave
Times: 3:30PM - 4:15PM When: April 1 - June 15, 2020
Fee: $180.00 for 10 weeks Day: Monday - Friday
Instructors: Ms. Danette Time: 2:45PM - 6:00pm
Fee: 3 days a week: $190.00 per month
This ballet class your dancer will reach for the 4 days a week: $220.00 per month
Tiny Tu‐Tu’s stars! They will run, hop, skip and leap into 5 days a week: $245.00 per month
(Ages 2 ‐4) the world of dance. Learning the basic
positions in a fun and creative way. Stamford Recreation will be offering a New After
Where: Recreation Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
School Program for Children Grades K – 5. Gym
When: March 30 – June 13 ( No class 4/9, 4/11 & Piano Lessons With Mr. time, playground and outdoor time, arts and crafts,
5/25)
Day & Time: Monday - 2:15PM - 3:00PM - Sec. A Fiorito Beginner to Early video game time and home work time (each day
except on Fridays). Transportation provided by the
Saturday -9:30AM - 10:15AM - Sec. B Intermediate Stamford Board of Education from the following
Fee: $180.00 per child for 10 weeks per sections
Where: Recreation Star Center, schools to the After School Club at the Star Center:
Instructors: Ms. Danette/ Ms. Debbie
1170 Shippan Ave Catholic Elements School, Charter School of
When: April 2 – June 4 (No class 4/9) Excellence, Hart Magnet School, KT Murphy,
Get your tu - tus out! It’s time to twirl and leap to
Day: ThursdayTime: 4:00PM - 4:45PM Rogers International School, Strawberry Hill School,
classical music. During this 45 minute class, your little
Fee: $220.00 per student for 9 weeks / Toquam School, and Westover Magnet School.We
dancer will learn basic ballet techniques as they move
Max of 4 students follow the Stamford Public School Calendar.
to the beautiful sounds of classical music.
You will need a piano or keyboard at
home to practice. For grades 4 & up / Gr.
3 & up if the student has completed our Chess Wizards April Vacation
Musikids Keyboard II program. The basics Camp
Volunteer Program For Teens of piano note & rhythm reading will be
taught in this class, as well as, learning to (Gr. K & UP )
Ages 13 -16 play the piano correctly. Where: Recreation Star Center ,1170 Shippan Ave
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave When: April 6 – April 9
When: April – June
Day: Monday - Saturday
Piano Lessons With Mr. Day: Monday – Thursday
Time: 9:00AM - 12:00PM - Half Day- Sess. 01
Fiorito Intermediate / 9:00AM - 3:00PM - Full Day - Sess. 02
Do you have a teenager looking to complete volunteer
ours for school, church or community service, then
AdvancedIntermediate Level Fee: $145.00 per child Half Day Camp
$236.00 per child Full Day Camp
look no further. This winter we will be offering the Where: Recreation Star Center ,1170
Instructor: Certified Chess Wizard Staff
opportunity for students ages 13-16 to volunteer at the Shippan Ave
Star Center with after school, evening and weekend When: April 2 – June 4 ( No class 4/9)
Join us this vacation camp for tons of challenging
programs. Our staff will set up a schedule that will Day: ThursdayTime: 4:50PM - 5:35PM
chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll
work for your teen and at the completion off their Fee: $220.00 per student for 9 weeks / Max
improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work
hours will receive a signed letter confirming their of 4 students
out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our camps
volunteer work. Space is limited so don’t wait! For include fun team chess games (like bughouse), recess
more information email Scott Kassouf @ This program is designed for students with 2
time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles.
skassouf@stamfordct.gov plus years of study experience grades5 & up.
Unleash your brain power and spend part of your
Younger students are permitted with
vacation with Chess Wizards
instructors approval. Students should already
have basic reading skills. Assignments will
continue to build skills.
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