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NEWTOWN
PARKS AND RECREATION
updated 5/24/2021
SUMMER 2021
Day Camp information page 51 to 58
Early and Late Stay Drop off page 58
www.newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation
Contents
AQUATICS / AQUA FIT / SWIM TEAM / MASTER SWIM ................................................................28
BABYSITTING ..............................................................................................................................................44
BASKETBALL CAMPS ...............................................................................................................................38
BASEBALL CAMP-NIGHTHAWK ............................................................................................................36
BASEBALL CAMP-BABE RUTH .............................................................................................................50
BRUSHY HILL HORSE RIDING ...............................................................................................................41
CARTOONING PLUSH AND PUPPETRY ................................................................................................30
COMMUNITY SPORT ORGANIZATIONS .............................................................................................24
DANCE CAMP AGES 6 - 11 ........................................................................................................................29
DANCE CAMP-PRINCESS BALLERINA’S - AGES 3 - 6 .....................................................................29
EICHLER’S COVE MARINA, LAUNCH .................................................................................................47
FIELD HOCKEY CAMP ..............................................................................................................................36
FOXRIDGE FARM ........................................................................................................................................46
GOLF AT GOLF QUEST ..............................................................................................................................43
KNIT & CHAT SUMMER CAMP .............................................................................................................30
LACROSSE CAMPS .....................................................................................................................................40
LAKE LILLINONAH LAUNCH ................................................................................................................47
MODELING & FASHION CAMP ..............................................................................................................30
PAINTING AND SCULPTURE WITH PAINT, DRAW & MORE ........................................................30
PARKS INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................ 48-49
PARKS & RECREATION STAFF ..............................................................................................................24
PAVILION RENTALS ...................................................................................................................................46
PICKLEBALL LESSONS .............................................................................................................................27
POLICIES .......................................................................................................................................................25
POOL /BEACH MEMBERSHIPS ..............................................................................................................45
PORCO’S KARATE ACADEMY ................................................................................................................42
ROOSTER RUN RACE ................................................................................................................................27
SALSA LESSONS ...........................................................................................................................................29
SCIENCE & STEM CAMPS ........................................................................................................................31
SKYHAWKS SPORTS ACADEMY -YOUTH SPORTS SKILLED-BASED PROGRAMS ...............32
SOCCER CAMPS / PRE SEASON TRAINING .......................................................................................39
SOFTBALL CAMPS-NEWTOWN SOFTBALL .....................................................................................37
SUMMER DAY CAMP .......................................................................................................................... 51 -58
SUMMER CONCERT INFORMATION ...................................................................................................26
TENNIS CAMPS ............................................................................................................................................34
US SPORTS SQUIRT PROGRAMS ............................................................................................................35
VOLLEYBALL CAMP .................................................................................................................................40
As of 5/20/2021 mask guidance has changed, Staff, vaccinated or unvaccinated,
are no longer required to wear masks outdoors. Masks are still required indoors.
Thank you
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www.newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation
Mission Statement:
To create quality recreation and leisure
opportunities strengthening the
community through people, parks and
programs.
Community Sport Organizations Parks & Recreation Staff
Recreation Staff
Fairfield County Captains Baseball Amy E.W. Mangold
John Klages.....................................................................203-969-4732 Parks & Recreation Director
captainjohn@gmail.com
Men’s Over 30 Soccer Rose Ann Reggiano
Scott Kellerman - skellermanmhi23@gmail.com Assistant Director of Recreation
Newtown American Youth Football & Cheer
www.newtownyouthfootball.org Rita Pavia - Loomis Adminstative Assistant
Newtown Babe Ruth Baseball Kate Geerer Part-time Secretary
George Conklin............................................conklinnbr@gmail.com Victoria Weimann Part-time Secretary
www.newtownbaseball.com Harrison Farah Part-time Secretary
Newtown Babe Ruth Softball
Pat McCleary.......................................mcclearysports@gmail.com
www.newtownsoftball.org Park Staff
Newtown Bridle Lands Association Carl Samuelson
www.nblact.com Assistant Director of Parks
Newtown Hikers John Moore
Sally Cox..........................................................................203-426-9903 Parks Operations Supervisor
newtownhikers@gmail.com.....................................203-830-9032
Newtown Men’s Sunday Softball Leagues Paul Coppola Parks Maintainer
Richard McCulloch.......................................................203-470-7036 Andrew DeWolf Parks Maintainer
fd313@aol.com Brian Engelke Parks Maintainer
Newtown Soccer Club Joseph Freebairn Parks Maintainer
president@newtownsoccerclub.org Willard Jacobs II Parks Maintainer
www.newtownsoccerclub.org Jose Lopes Parks Maintainer
Newtown Women’s Softball Luis Otero Parks Maintainer
Leigh Libero...............................................Leigh.Libero@gmail.com Thomas Pendergast Parks Maintainer
Newtown Youth Basketball David Schafer Parks Maintainer
www.newtownyouthbasketball.org David White Parks Mechanic
Newtown Youth Field Hockey - (Grades 1-8)
aimathletes.com..(302)463-6531..........aimathletes@gmail.com Parks & Recreation
Newtown Youth Laccrosse
www.newtownlax.com
Commission
Newtown Youth Wrestling Clinton De Paolo Chairman
www.newtownyouthwrestling.com
newtownwrestling@gmail.com Aaron Britton
Nutmeg Striders Track David Payne
www.nutmegstriders.com Jim Parker
Outlaws Baseball Rance Thompson
Nick Magoulas...............................................bball3579@gmail.com Vincent Yanni, Jr.
Winterset Ski Club Warren Spencer
www.wintersetskiclub.org
We will be following CDC guidelines for all
programs. All participants must wear a mask Commission Meets every second Tuesday of every
month at 8 Simpson St, Senior Center. Newtown at
and social distance. 6:00pm.
Thank you
www.newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation
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Sign up for E-Alerts:
DO NOT WAIT UNTIL
THE LAST MINUTE!!!!!!
For up to date changes in any program regarding weather sign up Nothing spoils a good program quicker than everyone waiting
for up-to-date information at until the last minute to register. If there are not enough registra-
tions by a certain date, the program may be canceled. Coming in
www.newtown-ct.gov/subscribe on the day the program begins won’t resurrect it, so please
register early.
E-Mail blasts are sent out via the E-Alert notification system, phone
calls will not be made regarding weather related changes or
cancelations. As of 5/20/2021 mask guidance has changed, Staff,
vaccinated or unvaccinated, are no longer required
to wear masks outdoors. Masks are still required
Refund Policy indoors.
Thank you
All programs are self-supporting and a commitment needs to be made
to instructors and staff. Therefore, NO REFUNDS will be given after the
start of a program EXCEPT for medical reasons, upon receipt of a Cancelation Policy
physician’s note. A physcians’s note should be given to Parks and
Recreation at the time of the incident; they will not be accepted after Programs held at the Newtown Schools follow the school
the program is completed. Communication with Parks and Recreation schedule. Therefore, if schools are closed or canceled then
at onset of the condition is required. Refunds for cancelations made Parks & Recreation programs at the schools will be canceled.
within one week prior to the start of a program are issued, but a $10 Programs held at the Newtown Teen Center, Newtown Youth
processing fee will be charged. No refunds will be given once a program Academy or an offsite location do not always follow the school
is complete. (NO EXCEPTIONS). schedule. In the event of inclement weather or other factors
beyond our control, programs may need to be canceled. If
program(s) are canceled; in most cases make up sessions will
be offered.
If you cannot attend the makeup session
Residency Defined
A person whose primary residence, either as an owner or renter, is no refunds will be given!
considered a Newtown resident.
No exceptions to this rule. Please Note:
Proof of residency is required -All Parks and Recreation programs are on a first-come,
first-served basis.
-Parks and Recreation does not send confirmations. No
news is good news! Please assume you are registered for
Non-Resident Policy the program(s) you have selected. You will be contacted
Non-resident registrations will be accepted at the beginning of only if there is a problem.
registration, however there are limited spots. Not all programs allow for -Parks and Recreation cannot be responsible for loss of
non-resident participation. mail or postal delays; please register online.
Non-residents will be required to pay an additional $15.00 per program. -Program participants are reminded NOT TO PARK IN FIRE
This fee can vary depending on the program. LANES, per order of the Fire Marshall. Fire lanes are those
areas in front of each school which are painted yellow.
When participating in a program at the Teen Center please
park in front of the Teen Center ONLY. Do not park in
Photo Release front of businesses.
Newtown Parks & Recreation Department and the Newtown Bee may -Program participants must enter and exit buildings
video tape or take photos of participants enrolled in our programs. through designated, secure locations.
These photos/videos may be used for promotional purposes. -Sign up to receive our recreation brochure and recreation
notices/cancelations at www.newtown-ct.gov, by
subscribing to E-Alerts.. Follow instructions on the web
page, or call 203-270-4340.
Inclusion Statement
In an effort to meet the recreational needs of all residents of
Newtown, the Parks & Recreation Department has adopted a policy
of inclusion. Although some facilities are not yet wheelchair
accessible every attempt will be made to accommodate and
encourage people with disabilities to participate in our programs.
Please use comment section on the registration form detailing your
circumstances.
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NEWTOWN PARKS & RECREATION
together with
Claris Construction
Present
2021 FREE SUMMER CONCERTS
Dickinson Bandshell
Thursday Family-friendly Concerts
6:30 – 8 pm
6/24 - Keltic Kick**
7/1 - Goldrush
7/8 - Survivor’s Swing Band
7/15 - Kathy Thompson Band
7/22 - Tales of Joy
7/29 - Jake Kulak and the Low Down
8/5 - Head Over Heels
** This performance will take place on the Fairfield Hills
Campus for Parks and Recreation’s Summer Carnival!!!
Support the
Newtown Scholarship Association
47th Annual Rooster Run
June 5, 2021
Fairfield Hills Campus
Ages 5 & up
5K REGISTRATION: 10K REGISTRATION: LITTLE CHICKS DASH: (100 yard dash)
414102-A Ages 18 & Up $30 414103-A Ages 18 & Up $30 414104-A Ages 3 – 8 $10
414102-B Ages 5 – 17 $20 414103-B Ages 5 – 17 $20
On your MARK, Get Set, GO!
47th Annual ROOSTER RUN.
The Rooster Run/Walk will have NEW 5K certified course, and an option for the 10K course. Your little chickens will also
have a chance to run in our 100 Yard, Little Chicks Dash.
The proceeds from this event will benefit the Newtown Scholarship Association.
Make it a family event, bring your friends and cheer on your friends and family as they raise money for a great cause!
This race/walk is for the elite to the novice. Maps are available at the Parks and Recreation office.
If you cannot run on this day, think about sponsoring. All contributions are tax deductible. Over $100, gets your name on
the race shirt. Please make checks out and mail to: Newtown Parks and Recreation, 8 Simpson Street, Newtown, CT 06470
Newtown Scholarship investing in Newtown’s Youth
Sign up at https://runsignup.com/Race/CT/Newtown/47thAnnualRoosterRun
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aquatics / swim team / master swim / aqua fit
RECREATIONAL SUMMER SWIM TEAM The Newtown Torpedoes Swim Team: At this point, we are
unsure whether there will be Stateline meets. We will emphasis team spirit and FUN! Swimmers will learn the
fundamentals of swim competition and proper stroke and turn techniques. Swimmer must be able to swim 25 yards and
must have knowledge of the various swim strokes. Enrollment is limited. THIS IS NOT A SWIM LESSON!!!We will be
following all of OEC and CDC guidelines. Schedule for practice will be set up once we know how many swimmers have
registered.Please be sure to sign up to receive notifications and cancelations on www.newtown-ct.gov and click “Subscribe
to E-Alerts”” and then check off “Recreation Urgent Alert and Recreation News”
ACTIVITY:
410601 A Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to August 6
6:30-8:30 pm AGE: 7-8 FEE: $175
410601 B Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to August 6
6:30-8:30 pm AGE: 9-10 FEE: $175
410601 C Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to August 6
6:30-8:30 pm AGE: 11-14 FEE: $175
LOCATION: Treadwell Town Pool, 47 Philo Curtis Road
MASTERS SWIMMING TRI-SWIM AQUA CARDIO
Designed for anyone 18+ who would like to start or Get fit, Have Fun & Get Outdoors!
continue swimming as a form of fitness or training. Open Intense full body cardio and abdominal workout in the
to all levels. Practice groups will be based on skill. Stroke
instruction and refinement will also be addressed even deep end with buoyancy belts, dumbbells and noodles. All
if it has been years. Come be a part of a fun swimming participants must supply their own equipment and bring it
community. Triathletes welcome! This is NOT Swim with them to every class.
lessons!Participants will need to provide their own swim
cap and goggles ACTIVITY:
410403 A Tuesdays, June 8 to June 29
ACTIVITY: 9:00-9:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
410402 A Mondays & Wednesdays, June 21 to September
410403 B Thursdays, June 10 to June 24
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9:00 - 10:00 am AGE: 18-99 FEE: $135 9:00-9:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
LOCATION: Treadwell Town Pool, 47 Philo Curtis Road 410403 C Tuesdays, July 6 to July 27
INSTRUCTOR: Thomas Horan
9:00-9:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
410403 D Thursdays, July 1 to July 29
DEEP WATER AEROBICS 9:00-9:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $50
Get fit, Have Fun & Get Outdoors! 410403 E Tuesdays, August 3 to August 31
Aerobic workout utilizing buoyancy belts. Focus is on
9:00-9:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $50
cardiovascular fitness, overall strengthening, toning and
range of motion. All participants must supply their own 410403 F Thursdays, August 5 to August 26
equipment and bring it with them to every class. 9:00-9:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
ACTIVITY: LOCATION: Treadwell Town Park, 47 Philo Curtis Road
410404 A Tuesdays, June 8 to June 29 INSTRUCTOR: Eileen Byrnes
10:00-10:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
410404 B Thursdays, June 10 to June 24
10:00-10:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
410404 C Tuesdays, July 6 to July 27
10:00-10:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
410404 D Thursdays, July 1 to July 29
10:00-10:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $50
410404 E Tuesdays, August 3 to August 31
10:00-10:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $50
410404 F Thursdays, August 5 to August 26
10:00-10:45 am AGE: 16-99 FEE: $40
LOCATION: Treadwell Town Park, 47 Philo Curtis Road
INSTRUCTOR: Eileen Byrnes
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dance
DANCE CAMP AGES 6 - 11 PRINCESS BALLERINA’S DANCE CAMP
Does your child love dancing along to music videos AGES 3 - 6
and movies, or making up dances in their bedroom? Princess Ballerinas classes features:
-Unique theme-based classes that will keep your child
If so, this camp is for them! Each day will be filled
excited for dance class.
with dance lessons, playing games and preparing for -Caring instructors who cannot WAIT to share their love for
their debut performance. Parents will play paparazzi dance with your little ones!
-Princess Ballerinas classes also offer fun bonuses like
at our performance on the last day of camp.
coloring pages, skill charts and award certificates to
Camp runs Monday to Thursday, every week has a celebrate your child’s success along the way!
different theme.
Drop off is at 9:45 am and pick up at 12:45 pm. What Happens in A Princess Ballerinas Dance Camp?
Please pack a light nut free lunch or snack and water. Each class begins by warming up our muscles, stretching
ACTIVITY: and reviewing our ballet positions during warm-up.
404601 A Descendants We practice our Princess Ballerina dance moves (and review
their fancy French names) like releve, plie and jete.
Mondays-Thursdays, July 12 to July 15 We travel to magical lands and pretend to be things like
9:45 am-12:45 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $175 beautiful flowers, fairies, birds, bees, and butterflies.
404601 B Pop Stars We will make a themed craft and have a snack.
Each class ends with your child getting a sticker for their
Mondays-Thursdays, July 19 to July 22 sticker chart to reward and celebrate their progress and
9:45 am-12:45 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $175 success!
404601 C Teen Beach Camp runs Monday to Thursday, every week has a different
Princess theme.
Mondays-Thursdays, July 26 to July 29
Drop off is at 9:30 and pick up at 12:30 pm.
9:45 am-12:45 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $175 Please pack a light nut fee lunch or snack and water.
404601 D Trolls ACTIVITY:
Mondays-Thursdays, August 2 to August 5 404503 A Cinderella’s Ball
9:45 am-12:45 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $175 Mondays-Thursdays, July 12 to July 15
404601 E Greatest Showman 9:30 am-12:30 pm AGE: 3-6 FEE: $175
Mondays-Thursdays, August 9 to August 12 404503 B Frozen Forest
9:45 am-12:45 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $175 Mondays-Thursdays, July 19 to July 22
404601 F Zombies 9:30 am-12:30 pm AGE: 3-6 FEE: $175
Mondays-Thursdays, August 16 to August 19 404503 C Under the Sea with Ariel
9:45 am-12:45 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $175 Mondays-Thursdays, July 26 to July 29
LOCATION: Graceful Planet, 7 Berkshire Road 9:30 am-12:30 pm AGE: 3-6 FEE: $175
INSTRUCTOR: Graceful Planet 404503 D Sleeping Beauties’ Birthday Party
SALSA Mondays-Thursdays, August 2 to August 5
BEGINNER/ADVANCED BEGINNER 9:30 am-12:30 pm AGE: 3-6 FEE: $175
Salsa- Beginner/Advanced BeginnerSalsa is a fun and 404503 E Moana Island Adventure
exciting Latin dance, which anyone can learn! Dance Mondays-Thursdays, August 9 to August 12
away stress, have fun and meet new people as we
9:30 am-12:30 pm AGE: 3-6 FEE: $175
get you dancing in no time! In these beginner classes,
we will cover partner work and basic Salsa patterns 404503 F Jasmine’s Magic Carpet Ride
with emphasis placed on lead and follow. All steps Mondays-Thursdays, August 16 to August 19
will be repeated and reinforced allowing you to hit 9:30 am-12:30 pm AGE: 3-6 FEE: $175
the dance floor with comfort and ease! New
combinations taught each month -attend either LOCATION: Graceful Planet, 7 Berkshire Road
session or both. Couples or singles welcome. INSTRUCTOR: Graceful Planet
Class will be held on our large dance floor and class
size will be limited to allow social distancing, Partner
rotations are optional. You will, at this point, be
required to wear a mask
ACTIVITY:
404200 A Mondays, June 7 to June 28
7:00-7:45 pm AGE: 18-99 FEE: $60
LOCATION: Vitti’s Dance Studio, 10 Precision Road
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INSTRUCTOR: Deborah Linley
painting / knitting / cartooning / modeling
PAINTING AND SCULPTURE WITH KNIT & CHAT SUMMER CAMP
PAINT, DRAW & MORE This is a week-long knitting circle designed to teach the
creative art of knitting in a “non-
Painting and Sculpture Join us for a fun filled week of
frustrating”•comprehensive, but fun, way! Give kids and
canvas and watercolor painting and sculpture of all tweens something to do besides video games on rainy
kinds. We will create with clay, wire, wood, and a variety days! No prior knitting experience needed. Learn to cast
on, knit, purl and more. We will create a fashionable
of other materials and objects. While exploring different
item as our main project, and more projects will be
styles of painting and sculpture we will also learn about completed as time allows. There are also games and
history and artists of both past and present. Can you other fun crafts each day, as well. All materials and a
daily snack/drink provided.
sculpt on our canvas? Take this camp and find out!
ACTIVITY:
ACTIVITY:
417101 A Mondays-Fridays, June 21 to June 25
401601 A Mondays-Fridays, August 9 to August 13
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 7-12 FEE: $230
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 5-8 FEE: $350
LOCATION: Teen Center, 53 A Church Hill Road
401601 B Mondays-Fridays, August 9 to August 13
INSTRUCTOR: Nicole Christensen
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 9-13 FEE: $350
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street
INSTRUCTOR: Paint, Draw and More Instructors
JC’S MODELING & FASHION CAMP
John Casablanca’s Modeling and Fashion Camp provides
children with a wonderful experience while learning the
tips of looking like a model, developing etiquette skills
for any setting, feeling good about themselves, perfecting
who they are inside and out, and tapping into their fashion
talents! Each day consists of fun filled activities that directly
CARTOONING PLUSH AND PUPPETRY relate to the industry. We will need minimum of 6 to run
Cartooning Plush and Puppetry This is cartooning class the program. Make over Monday (Hair and makeup
plus! In this class, young artists will develop a cartoon application) T Shirt Design Tuesday (Campers design and
character and create its comic book story. The class will model their own t-shirts) Wanna Be Famous Wednesday
follow the cartoon theme created by the students. During (Red Carpet/Communication & speaking exercises) Time to
the session, they will be designing, drawing and working Say “Cheese” Thursday (Photos with our professional
in 2D and 3D. This class has been selling out and we photographer-photos are given to the campers as part of
are happy to offer our own little Comic Con. All materials the fee) Fashion Show Friday! (Fashion show for the
included. families to enjoy their accomplishments)Please note that
Before becoming a teacher, Heather Bennett founded The Department of Education approves us, so our counselors
“The Late Night Milk Run”, a 15 year old online business are professionally trained and prepared to run a fun and
specializing in hand-made sculptures (plush dolls) and educational camp. We book 1-8 counselors per 8-10 children.
prop designs. Her work has been featured in publications This is a great alternative for kids who do not like sports or
including ELLE, Glamour, Milk Magazine(France) and the outdoors. There will be a lunch break, therefore, please
Linda Wonen (Holland). Her dolls and artwork have bring a lunch. No parents are allowed to stay. The final
been see on TV shows such as HBO’’s for “girls” and show may have to be videotaped or zoom, if we cannot go
“Modern Family”. outside.
ACTIVITY: ACTIVITY:
401602 A Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6 417102 A Mondays-Fridays, August 9 to August 13
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 9-13 FEE: $350 9:00 am-12:30 pm AGE: 5-11 FEE: $155
401602 B Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6 LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 5-8 FEE: $350 INSTRUCTOR: John Casablancs’ Modeling and Fashion
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street
INSTRUCTOR: Paint, Draw and More
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science /stem mad science, play-well teknologies
STEM + MINECRAFT MAD POTIONS & EXPLOSIONS LAB
W/LEGO MATERIALS MAD Potions & Explosions LabGet ready to dig your hands
STEM + Minecraft w/Lego Materials:Prepare for a full day into MAD giant experiments! This camp will be jam packed
LEGO camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun! with massive, fizzling eruptions and explosions! Testing
First, build projects inspired by cool machines while everything from dry ice to walking on oobleck, getting messy
applying real world concepts in physics, engineering and with hydro dipping and ginormous stretchy putty, we will
architecture. Then journey into the Minecraft universe to prove science is fun! Campers will receive a Mad Science
build a Creeper, a Lava Trap and a Minecart! Engineer and Lab coat, goggles and specially designed take homes to
Craft innovative solutions in this full day themed help extend learning at home!
engineering camp for LEGO fanatics!
ACTIVITY: ACTIVITY:
417501 A Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to July 2 419502 A Mondays-Fridays, July 19 to July 23
9:00 am-4:00 pm AGE: 5-10 FEE: $285 9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $390
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road 419502 B Mondays-Fridays, July 19 to July 23
INSTRUCTOR: Play-Well TEKnologies 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $235
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street
INSTRUCTOR: Mad Science
SCIENCE HACKS & TRICKS LAB
Science Hacks & Tricks LabDo you know how to bend a bone
STEM + POKEMON W/LEGO MATERIALS without breaking it or how to avoid static electricity? How
STEM + Pokemon w/Lego® Materials:Prepare for a full day about to make a pencil levitate or how to use one to make
LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun! a circuit? Using the power of science, we will reveal the
First, build projects inspired by cool machines such as: secrets behind many tricks and illusions magicians use
chugging Steamboats, enchanting Moon Bridges, and and discover cool hacks that will wow your friends and
bustling Airports. Then join Ash and Pikachu as you explore family. You definitely will not want to miss this useful yet
the vast world of Pokemon, design your own Poke Balls, and exciting experience! Campers will receive a Mad Science
fly with Charizard. Engineering and Pokemon adventure are Lab coat, goggles and specially designed take homes to
the focus of this new full day themed camp for LEGO® help extend learning at home!
fanatics!
ACTIVITY: ACTIVITY:
417502 A Mondays-Fridays, July 26 to July 30 419503 A Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
9:00 am-4:00 pm AGE: 5-10 FEE: $285 9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $390
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road 419503 B Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
INSTRUCTOR: Play-Well TEKnologies 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-11 FEE: $235
LOCATION: Teen Center, 53 A Church Hill Road
INSTRUCTOR: Mad Science
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31Sports Academy -Youth Sports Skilled-Based Programs
MULTI SPORT CAMP: CAPTURE THE SKYHAWKS MINI-HAWK: BASEBALL,
FLAG, KICKBALL, FLAG FOOTBALL & BASKETBALL & SOCCER
ULTIMATE FRISBEE Soccer, Baseball & Basketball This multi-sport program gives
Capture the Flag, Ultimate Frisbee, Flag Football & children a positive first step into athletics. The essentials of
Kickball:Our multi-sport camp is designed to introduce each sport are taught in a safe, structured environment with
young athletes to a variety of different sports in one lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. All games and
setting. Athletes will learn the rules and essentials of activities are designed to allow campers to explore balance,
each sport through skill-based games and scrimmages. movement, hand/eye coordination and skill development at
By the end of the week, your child will walk away with their own pace.
knowledge of multiple sports along with vital life lessons ACTIVITY:
such as respect, teamwork and self-discipline. 409500 A Mondays-Fridays, June 21 to June 25
ACTIVITY: 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 4-6 FEE: $135
409508 A Mondays-Fridays, June 21 to June 25 409500 B Mondays-Fridays, July 12 to July 16
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 6-10 FEE: $170 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 4-6 FEE: $135
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road 409500 C Mondays-Fridays, July 26 to July 30
INSTRUCTOR: Sky Hawks 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 4-6 FEE: $135
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road
INSTRUCTOR: Sky Hawks
SKYHAWKS MULTI-SPORT: SOCCER,
BASEBALL, BASKETBALL, FLAG
FOOTBALL
Soccer, Baseball, Basketball, Flag Football & Soccer:Our
multi-sport camp is designed to introduce young
athletes to a variety of different sports in one setting.
Athletes will learn the rules and essentials of each
sport through skill-based games and scrimmages. By
the end of the week, your child will walk away with
knowledge of multiple sports along with vital life
lessons such as respect, teamwork, and self-discipline. “NEW”
ACTIVITY:
409502 A Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to July 2
STEM AND PLAY FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP
STEM and Flag Football Designed to pair strategic STEM
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 6-10 FEE: $170 based activities with basic game-play and current hot
409502 B Mondays-Fridays, July 26 to July 30 topics, the STEM sports football curriculum educates
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 6-10 FEE: $170 students on receiver glove and helmet technology, in
game communication, throwing our strength, football
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road properties, calculating distances and other subject.
INSTRUCTOR: Sky Hawks Skyhawks puts the Sports in STEM.
ACTIVITY:
409506 A Tuesdays-Fridays, July 6 to July 9
9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 7-12 FEE: $155
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road
INSTRUCTOR: Sky Hawks
***Come Prepared for a great time!We ask that you send two snacks and a water bottle with each participant to camp.
For camps longer than four hours, campers will need to bring a healthy lunch with them. As far as gear to bring, typically
running shoes, appropriate clothing and sunscreen is needed, but extra equipment may be required depending on the
specific sport camp and region. Ball included with registration and participation in Skyhawks Soccer, Flag Football,
Basketball, Volleyball, Mini-Hawk and Multi-Sport camps.
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32Sports Academy -Youth Sports Skilled-Based Programs
SAND VOLLEYBALL CAMP BY
“NEW”
SKYHAWKS
All aspects of volleyball are taught through drills and FLAG FOOTBALL FUELED BY USA
exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and FOOTBALL
serving. This program is designed for the beginning
Flag Football Camp Fueled by USA Football Skyhawks Flag
and intermediate player. Our staff will assist boys and
Football Fueled by USA Football is an exciting introduction
girls in developing fundamental skills through game-
to America’s favorite game! Using skills and drills from the
speed drills and daily scrimmages aimed at
Football Development Model, developed by the experts at
developing the whole player. All Participants should
the sport’s national governing body ‘USA Football’ players
bring the following: T-shirts/shorts/sweats/socks (i.e.:
will gain confidence and prepare for league play. Coaches
appropriate clothing.) Please bring two snacks and a
will teach the key concepts of passing, receiving, running,
water bottle. Shoes (sneakers are fine) sunscreen,
kicking, punting and flag pulling, all presented in a positive
any sport-specific equipment.
environment before engaging in gameplay. Athletes will
ACTIVITY: learn developmentally appropriate fundamentals and
409505 A Mondays-Fridays, July 12 to July 16 critical life lessons leading to the Skyhawks Sports Bowl,
9:00 am-1:00 pm AGE: 9-14 FEE: $149 where participants showcase their skills!
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
ACTIVITY:
INSTRUCTOR: Sky Hawks
409501 A Mondays-Fridays, July 19 to July 23
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 8-12 FEE: $145
409501 B Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 8-12 FEE: $145
LOCATION: Fairfield Hills, Primrose Street
SKYHAWKS BASKETBALL CAMP
This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for beginning
to intermediate athletes. An active week of passing,
shooting, dribbling and rebounding makes this one of our
most popular programs. Boys and girls will also learn vital
life lessons such as respect, teamwork and responsibility.
***Come Prepared for a great time! As far as gear to bring, SKYHAWKS BEGINNER’S GOLF
typically running shoes, appropriate clothing and Boys and Girls will learn the fundamentals of swinging,
sunscreen is needed, but extra equipment may be required putting and body positioning, using the SNAG (Starting
depending on the specific sport camp and region. New at Golf) system, we have simplified instruction so
ACTIVITY: that young players can make an effective transition onto
the golf course. All equipment is provided.
409504 A Mondays-Fridays, July 19 to July 23
***Come Prepared for a great time! As far as gear to
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 5-8 FEE: $135 bring, typically running shoes, appropriate clothing and
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road sunscreen is needed, but extra equipment may be
INSTRUCTOR: Sky Hawks required depending on the specific sport camp and
region.
ACTIVITY:
409503 A Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 5-8 FEE: $135
LOCATION: Hawley, 29 Church Hill Road
INSTRUCTOR: Sky Hawks
***Come Prepared for a great time!We ask that you send two snacks and a water bottle with each participant to camp.
For camps longer than four hours, campers will need to bring a healthy lunch with them. As far as gear to bring, typically
running shoes, appropriate clothing and sunscreen is needed, but extra equipment may be required depending on the
specific sport camp and region. Ball included with registration and participation in Skyhawks Soccer, Flag Football,
Basketball, Volleyball, Mini-Hawk and Multi-Sport camps.
www.newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation
33youth tennis camps
Time: 9:30 am to 12:30 pm / All camps are Monday to Thursday expect week of July 6 to July 8 Tuesday to Thursday
Our tennis camps will feature a different stroke each day (forehand, backhand, serve and volley). We have dynamic
drills that incorporate groundstrokes and volleys while using several corrective techniques for our students. A variety
of fun games teach our students to rally and learn the game of tennis. Students will learn the rules of tennis and how
to keep score. Courts will be split up by age and level. USTA approved QuickStart balls will be used (red, orange, green
and adult yellow) depending on the level and age of the group.
Red Ball (ages 4-6); Orange Ball (ages 7 – 9); Green Ball (ages 10 – 12); Yellow Adult Ball (ages 13 – 15)
Rain Date will be the following Friday of each session.
Every Wednesday kids can go on waterslide for last 45 min.
Thursday is Prize Day!
Fairfield County Tennis Cancelations line: 203-283-5629 (Please call 45 min prior to your start class for accuracy).
For questions, please call 203-640-1724.
For normal business hour cancellations please call Newtown Parks and Recreation at 203-270-4340 or sign up for e
blasts.
Register by May 1st and receive 10% off the regular price
ACTIVITY:
409510 E June 21 to June 24 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $195.00
409510 F June 21 to June 24 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $195.00
409510 G June 21 to June 24 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $195.00
409510 H June 21 to June 24 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $195.00
409510 I June 28 to July 1 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $195.00
409510 J June 28 to July 1 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $195.00
409510 K June 28 to July 1 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $195.00
409510 L June 28 to July 1 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $195.00
409510 M July 6 to July 8 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $150.00
409510 N July 6 to July 8 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $150.00
409510 O July 6 to July 8 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $150.00
409510 P July 6 to July 8 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $150.00
409510 Q July 12 to July 15 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $195.00
409510 R July 12 to July 15 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $195.00
409510 S July 12 to July 15 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $195.00
409510 T July 12 to July 15 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $195.00
409510 U July 19 to July 22 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $195.00
409510 V July 19 to July 22 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $195.00
409510 W July 19 to July 22 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $195.00
409510 X July 19 to July 22 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $195.00
409510 Y July 26 to July 29 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $195.00
409510 Z july 26 to July 29 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $195.00
409511 A July 26 to July 29 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $195.00
409511 B July 26 to July 29 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $195.00
409511 C August 2 to August 5 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $195.00
409511 D August 2 to August 5 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $195.00
409511 E August 2 to August 5 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $195.00
409511 F August 2 to August 5 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $195.00
409511 G August 9 to August 12 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 4-6 FEE: $195.00
409511 H August 9 to August 12 Beginner/Advance Beginner AGE: 7-9 FEE: $195.00
409511 I August 9 to August 12 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 10-12 FEE: $195.00
409511 J August 9 to August 12 Low Intermediate / Intermediate AGE: 13-15 FEE: $195.00
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
INSTRUCTOR: Fairfield County Tennis
www.newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation
34us sports squirt programs
PARENT & ME SOCCER SQUIRTS SQUIRTS SOCCER
Soccer - Parent & Me Squirts classes are a fun and positive Soccer Squirts is your child’s perfect introduction to the
introduction to soccer for children aged 2-3 and their most popular sport in the world! Boys and girls will learn
parents! W ith a parent participating by their side, kids the fundamental skills of soccer, including dribbling,
will have fun learning the fundamental skills of soccer passing, shooting and defending. Each session starts with
through a program of structured activities, fun based a fun and exciting warm-up game, followed by activities
games and scrimmages.Each session focuses on and instruction on the skill of the day. Participants then
maximizing participation and learning through a variety have the opportunity to put their new skills to use in a
of fun games designed to stimulate a child’s imagination game-related activity or scrimmage. Skills covered include
and develop motor skills.This is an excellent opportunity dribbling & control, passing, shooting, shielding the ball,
for you to spend quality time together while easing your stealing and more. Each session is taught through
child into social situations with support and confidence.No structured activities, fun games, and scrimmages and are
class 7/3 designed to ensure learning and most importantly fun,
ACTIVITY: fun, fun! US Sports recommends that participants wear
shin guards for this program.Please find the Newtown
409705 A Saturdays, June 26 to August 7
schedule online at USSportsInstitute.com, or call 732-563-
(No class July 3) 2520.No class 7/3
9:00-9:50 am AGE: 2-3 FEE: $125 ACTIVITY:
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive 409806 A Saturdays, June 26 to August 7
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports (No class July 3)
10:00-10:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $125
SENIOR SOCCER SQUIRTS 409806 B Saturdays, June 26 to August 7
Senior Soccer Squirts is the perfect program for players 11:00-11:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $125
graduating from Soccer Squirts or for children looking for
their first ever soccer experience. Each session will focus LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
on developing a particular skill or technique including: INSTRUCTOR: US Sports
dribbling, passing, ball control, moves and turns,
positioning and more.No class 7/3
ACTIVITY:
409601 A Saturdays, June 26 to August 7
(No class July 3)
12:00-12:50 pm AGE: 5-6 FEE: $125
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports
T-BALL SQUIRTS
The perfect introduction to baseball and softball for your
young slugger! All of our T-Ball programs are designed to
develop skills including hitting, catching, throwing, and
T-BALL: PARENT & ME SQUIRTS base-running. Using age-appropriate equipment, children
T-Ball - Parent & Me Squirts classes are a fun and positive will learn the fundamentals and rules of the game in a
introduction to t-ball for children aged 2-3 and their safe and structured environment.Each T-Ball session
parents! W ith a parent participating by their side, kids consists of a series of fun games and activities that
will have fun learning the fundamental skills of t-ball encourage skill development, teamwork, and most
through a program of structured activities, fun based importantly, fun! At the end of each session, players will
games and scrimmages.Each T-Ball - Parent & Me Squirts put their newly-learned skills into action in a T-Ball
session focuses on maximizing participation and learning scrimmage. Bring your glove if you’d like!no class 7/4
through a variety of fun games designed to stimulate a ACTIVITY:
child’s imagination and develop motor skills.This is an 409805 A Sundays, June 27 to August 8
excellent opportunity for you to spend quality time
(No class July 4)
together while easing your child into social situations
with support and confidence.No class 7/4 10:00-10:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $125
ACTIVITY: 409805 B Wednesdays, June 30 to August 4
409807 A Sundays, June 27 to August 8 (No class July 4)
(No class July 4) 4:00-4:50 pm AGE: 3-4 FEE: $125
9:00-9:50 am AGE: 2-3 FEE: $125 LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive INSTRUCTOR: US Sports
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports
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FIELD HOCKEY CAMP w/Coach Ellen Goyda
NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL FIELD HOCKEY CAMP IS CALLING ALL
FUTURE Field Hockey NIGHT HAWKS!Take advantage of an
opportunity to be introduced to the game of field hockey.
SQUIRTS MULTI SPORTS
For the more experienced players, take the avenue to
Squirts Multi Sports The Squirts Multi Sports program
elevate your daughter’s game and take her skills to the
allows children to try a variety of different sports
next level.The camp will be run by college bound players
throughout the season including Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball,
and current Newtown High School field hockey players.
and Track & Field. All sports are taught in a safe and
Under the direction of Field Hockey coach, Ellen Goyda.Our
structured learning environment designed to ensure
goal is to introduce your daughter to the game with
learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun!
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emphasis on improving stick skills, offense and defensive
game strategies and to develop an overall passion and
ACTIVITY: love for the game. Campers will be grouped according to
409702 A Sundays, June 27 to August 8 skill level.Campers must bring their own water, wear
11:00-11:50 am AGE: 3-4 FEE: $125 sneakers, wear a mouth guard, shin guards and field
hockey stick if you have one; if not a field hockey stick will
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive be provided for use.
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports ACTIVITY:
409615 A Mondays-Fridays, June 21 to June 25
9:30 am-12:00 pm AGE: 8-14 FEE: $125
SENIOR SQUIRTS MULTI SPORT
Senior Squirts Multi SportsThis class is the perfect LOCATION: Treadwell Town Park, 47 Philo Curtis Road
stepping stone for children who have graduated INSTRUCTOR: Ellen Goyda
from Squirts Multi Sports or for children looking for
their first ever sports experience. Players will learn
key skills in a variety of sports through small-sided
scrimmages, games, and activities in a variety of
sports.
ACTIVITY:
409509 A Wednesdays, June 30 to August 4
5:00-5:50 pm AGE: 5-6 FEE: $125
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports NIGHTHAWKS BASEBALL ELITE
SUMMER CAMP
This program is geared towards players 6-13, and offers
comprehensive baseball instruction of all aspects of the
game. Players will receive an intense workout and will learn
the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, throwing and base
running. Players will also take part in instructional and live
PARENT & ME MULTI SPORTS games each day. Players will develop a positive mental
The Parent & Me Multi Sports Squirts program allows attitude; learning self confidence, work ethic and discipline.
children to experience a variety of sports throughout Players will be broken out into age groups.
the program with a helping hand from Mom or Dad! ACTIVITY:
Children have the opportunity to try Lacrosse, Soccer,
T-Ball, Track & Field, Parachute Games and more* in 409516 A Mondays-Fridays, June 21 to June 25
a safe and structured environment. This is an 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-13 FEE: $199
excellent opportunity for you to spend quality time 409516 C Mondays-Fridays, July 5 to July 9
together while easing your child into social situations
with support and confidence. As with all Squirts 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-13 FEE: $199
programs, the emphasis is on safety, fun and 409516 D Mondays-Fridays, July 19 to July 23
learning. All sports are presented in a positive and 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-13 FEE: $199
relaxed environment with an emphasis on
409516 F Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
participation, interaction and communication. All
equipment needed for this program will be 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-13 FEE: $199
provided.All equipment needed for this program will 409516 G Mondays-Fridays, August 9 to August 13
be provided
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-13 FEE: $199
ACTIVITY: 409516 H Mondays-Fridays, August 23 to August 27
409704 A Wednesdays, June 30 to August 4 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-13 FEE: $199
3:00-3:50 pm AGE: 2-3.5 FEE: $125 LOCATION: Newtown High, 12 Berkshire Road
LOCATION: Dickinson Town Park, 50 Elm Drive INSTRUCTOR: Ian Thoesen
INSTRUCTOR: US Sports 36softball camps NEWTOWN SOFTBALL 10U & 12U Newtown Softball Camp is an engaging, fun and instructive experience. The camp is designed for players who are in the U10 or U12 age group as defined by Babe Ruth Leagues (ages 9 -12 as of January 1; DOB 2008-2011). All skill levels are welcome. The daily schedule will be divided into distinct teaching “blocks” including: Skills Clinic emphasizing game fundamentals including offensive batting elements (stance, stride, bunting), defensive fielding (positions & footwork, infield ground balls, outfield pops, relay throw, proper ball grip), and base running/sliding. Contests & Drills designed to emphasize game fundamentals.Live Games: Players will be divided into teams for a full, “pick up” style game with camp instructors umpiring the action. Campers will receive a t-shirt and daily prizes for skills competitions will be awarded. Players should plan to pack plenty of water and snacks (nut free). All field equipment provided by league (liners, bases, pitching machine, nets, etc.).Players should have their own bats and helmets as well as catching gear (if applicable). League has inventory of equipment if player needs to borrow. Cleats and softball pants are highly recommended. Camp directed by Newtown Babe Ruth Softball team coaches and instructors. Our coaching staff includes many current and former college players as well as experience volunteer coaches. ACTIVITY: 409626 A Mondays-Thursdays, June 21 to June 24 9:00 am-1:00 pm AGE: 9-12 FEE: $199 LOCATION: Liberty Fields, 7 Elm Drive INSTRUCTOR: Newtown Softball NEWTOWN SOFTBALL 8U Newtown Softball Camp is an engaging, fun and instructive experience. The camp is designed for players who are in the 8U age group as defined by Babe Ruth Leagues (ages 6 -8 as of January 1; DOB 2012-2014). All skill levels are welcome. The daily schedule will be divided into distinct teaching “blocks” including: Skills Clinic emphasizing game fundamentals for the young player including proper throwing grip, batting stance, throwing release, fielding the ball, base running and defensive stance. Contests & Drills: Fun contests designed to reinforce skills lessons. Live Games: Players will be divided into teams for a full, “pick up” style game with camp instructors umpiring the action. Campers will receive a t-shirt and daily prizes for skills competitions. Players should plan to pack plenty of water and snacks. All field equipment provided by league (liners, bases, pitching machine, nets, etc.).Players should have their own bats and helmets as well as catching gear (if applicable). League has inventory of equipment if player needs to borrow. Cleats and softball pants are highly recommended. Camp directed by Newtown Babe Ruth Softball team coaches and instructors. Our coaching staff includes many current and former college players, as well as experience volunteer coaches. ACTIVITY: 409630 A Mondays-Thursdays, June 21 to June 24 1:30-4:00 pm AGE: 6-8 FEE: $149 LOCATION: Liberty Fields, 7 Elm Drive INSTRUCTOR: Newtown Softball www.newtown-ct.gov/parks-recreation 37
basketball camps
NIGHTHAWK BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP LADY NIGHTHAWK BASKETBALL CAMP
Newtown High School varsity coach, Tim Tallcouch, LADY NIGHTHAWK BASKETBALL CAMP Camp Philosophy:
along with his players will lead you through an active The Lady Nighthawk Basketball Camp stresses individual
week of basketball. Combining drills, competitions and instruction with emphasis on fundamentals and game
games, the week will instruct you on how to develop as experience. Emphasis will be on proper shooting, ball
a player. You will receive a T-Shirt and a chance to earn handling, passing and catching, rebounding, defense
prizes. *Please pack a small lunch and water. and basketball knowledge. Coaching staff: Director:
ACTIVITY: Jeremy T. O’Connell in his 11th year as Head Coach of the
409616 A Mondays-Wednesdays, June 21 to June 23 Newtown High School Girls Basketball Team. Coach
O’Connell has been coaching high school girls
8:30 am-1:30 pm AGE: 8-13 FEE: $110 basketball for the past 25 years. The camp staff will
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street include Assistant Coaches and players of the Lady
409616 B Mondays-Thursdays, August 2 to August 5 Nighthawk Program. What to bring: Campers should wear
high top basketball sneakers, socks, T-shirt and shorts.
8:30 am-1:30 pm AGE: 8-13 FEE: $150 They should also bring a water bottle. Please no jewelry.
LOCATION: Newtown High, 12 Berkshire Road Daily Schedule to Include: Stretching, Stations, Drills,
INSTRUCTOR: Tim Tallcouch Contests, Games, Strategies. Every camper will receive a
camp T-shirt
ACTIVITY:
MURPHY BASKETBALL CAMP 409640 A Mondays-Thursdays, June 21 to June 24
Murphy Basketball Camp is an instructional basketball
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 8-14 FEE: $175
camp for boys entering 4th grade through 8th grade and
girls entering 4th grade through 9th grade. We separate 409640 B Mondays-Thursdays, June 28 to July 1
the campers into groups based on age and ability for 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 8-14 FEE: $175
small group instruction, daily games, and competitions. 409640 C Mondays-Thursdays, August 16 to August 19
Camp staff will include Mike Murphy, Matt Murphy and
Jeremy O’Connell, along with area high school and college 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 8-14 FEE: $175
players. We strive to have FUN with the FUNdamentals. To LOCATION: Newtown High, 12 Berkshire Road
ensure the safety of all campers and counselors we will INSTRUCTOR: Jeremy O’Connell
be adhering to all Connecticut guidelines for sports. All
campers are required to wear a mask upon entering NYA. YGB BASKETBALL
ACTIVITY: We ran this camp last summer and put in place all of the
409643 A Mondays-Fridays, July 5 to July 9 COVID safety measures and it was quite a success.Bret
Nichols is the K-12 School Counseling Director in town.
8:30 am-1:30 pm AGE: 7-14 FEE: $235 He is also an author, motivational speaker and
409643 B Mondays-Fridays, July 12 to July 16 professional basketball player who played in Ireland,
8:30 am-1:30 pm AGE: 7-14 FEE: $235 England and against the world famous Harlem
Globetrotters as player/coach of the New York Nationals.
409643 C Mondays-Fridays, July 19 to July 23
The camp has been a success because of the individual
8:30 am-1:30 pm AGE: 7-14 FEE: $235 attention all campers get. Feedback from parents has
LOCATION: Newtown Youth Academ, 4 Primrose Street been that they appreciate that their children get more
than just great basketball teaching but also the positivity
INSTRUCTOR: Murphy Basketball Camp Murphy
and character building that happens throughout camp.
Campers have shared they love the energy and fun they
have while learning the game and competing in drills,
contests and of course games! You have 2 weeks to choose
SLAMMA JAMMA BASKETBALL WITH from but you may sign up for both because new learning
ART LEARY & AL CARFORA takes place in each week.Camp always ends with a great
Slamma Jamma is privileged to have a special and Award Ceremony recognizing every camper. Some special
knowledgeable camp staff that shows campers how to prizes are awarded and every camper goes home with
develop basketball fundamentals and a winning attitude something. Please feel free to email
while holding your child’s best interest as their priority. nicholsygb@gmail.com or visit www.yougottabelieve.info
We are proud that many of our staff have been with us for any questions.$135 per camp per camper if register
from the beginning (37 years) and many of our campers before 4/30, $150 before 6/21 for the 1st week and before 7/
have gone on to play in college, at all levels. We sincerely 5 for the 2nd week and $165 after said deadlines. Please
hope that your child will join us for what we believe will bring your own basketball and lunch.
be both a fun and rewarding basketball experience at
Slamma Jamma Basketball Camp. Students will receive a ACTIVITY:
T Shirt and a Basketball 409621 A Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to July 2
ACTIVITY: 1:00-5:00 pm AGE: 6-14 FEE: $135
409612 A Mondays-Fridays, July 26 to July 30 LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street
9:00 am-1:00 pm AGE: 7-13 FEE: $175 409621 B Mondays-Fridays, July 12 to July 16
LOCATION: Newtown Middle School, 11 Queen Street 1:00-5:00 pm AGE: 6-14 FEE: $135
INSTRUCTOR: Arthur J. Leary DBA Slamma Jamma LOCATION: Reed Intermediate Sc, 3 Trades Lane
38 INSTRUCTOR: Bret Nicholssoccer camps / pre season training
CHALLENGER SPORTS SOCCER COMMUNITY ATHLETIC SOLUTIONS
Challenger Sports is the leading soccer camp provider SOCCER CAMP
in North America. The Challenger International Soccer CAS SOCCER CAMPS
Camp reflects the truly global nature of the sport today For All Levels of Ability. Grouped for Ages 4-6; 7-10; 11-14
and provides young players with a wide variety of CAS Community Camps focus on creating a fun, learning
coaching styles, practices and influences that will help environment while fostering a love for the game through
them develop a well-rounded skill set. We have talent, Skill acquisition, conditioned practices and small-sided
the best coaching methodologies from England, Brazil, games.
Spain, USA and France and have woven them together Community Camp Themes:
in a multi-faceted on and off field coaching experience * Ball mastery (fakes, moves, and turns)
for youth players of all ages and abilities. * Passing & receiving
T inyTykes Camp: Ages 3 – 5 • 1 hour per day. An * Dribbling & moving with the ball
introduction to soccer focusing on motor skill * Shooting & finishing
development and delivery of fun & interactive games/ * World Games and tournaments
adventures. Camp includes a CAS Dri fit jersey and Soccer Ball.
Half-day Camp: Ages 6 – 12 • 3 hours per day. All-around
ACTIVITY:
player development through our new International camp
curriculum & digital platform. 409605 A Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
Full-day Camp: Ages 7 – 14 • 6 hours per day. Combining 9:00-10:30 am AGE: 4-6 FEE: $110
the half-day camp program with developmental
409605 B Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
practices, games, competitions and challenges.
All programs come with a free soccer ball & t-shirt. 10:30 am-12:00 pm AGE: 4-6 FEE: $110
ACTIVITY: 409605 C Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
409514 A Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to July 2 9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-14 FEE: $145
8:00-9:00 am AGE: 3-5 FEE: $110 409605 D Mondays-Fridays, August 2 to August 6
409514 B Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to July 2 9:00 am-3:00 pm AGE: 8-14 FEE: $205
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-12 FEE: $163 LOCATION: Treadwell Town Park, 47 Philo Curtis Road
409514 C Mondays-Fridays, June 28 to July 2 INSTRUCTOR: Community Athletic Solutions
9:00 am-3:30 pm AGE: 7-14 FEE: $228
409514 D Mondays-Fridays, August 9 to August 13
8:00-9:00 am AGE: 3-5 FEE: $110
409514 E Mondays-Fridays, August 9 to August 13
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 6-12 FEE: $163
409514 F Mondays-Fridays, August 9 to August 13
9:00 am-3:30 pm AGE: 7-14 FEE: $228
LOCATION: Treadwell Town Park, 47 Philo Curtis Road
INSTRUCTOR: Challenger Sports
LADY NIGHTHAWK PRE SEASON
TRAINING
This is a 7 week long intense training program for female
high school athletes looking to increase their speed and
strength.The program will focus on ACL prevention exercises,
GIRLS YOUTH SUMMER Each class will be split into 40 minute weight room session
and a 40 minute speed and agility session.
SOCCER CLINIC
Girls Pre-Season Camp. The girls Varsity Coach will run ACTIVITY:
the camp. The camp is open to anyone 10-12 or
incoming freshman student. It will focus on fitness 408603 A Tuesdays-Thursdays, July 6 to August 19
and technical individual play, and tactical and team 9:00-10:30 am AGE: 13-18 FEE: $275
chemistry. The camp will take place in the backfields LOCATION: Newtown High, 12 Berkshire Road
at the High School
INSTRUCTOR: Sabrina Byrne
ACTIVITY:
409631 A Mondays-Thursdays, June 28 to July 1
9:00 am-12:00 pm AGE: 10-14 FEE: $170
LOCATION: Newtown High, 12 Berkshire Road
INSTRUCTOR: Marc Kenney
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