PRE - SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN

NIKE TYKES PRESCHOOL
Nike Tykes is a licensed preschool program which will operate its new season September 2007 through June 2008. For detailed program information, contact Nike Tykes at 647-3168.
Class: Fun Tykes
Ages: age 3 as of 12/31/07
Class: On Our Way
Ages: age 4 as of 12/31/07

NIKE TYKES PRESCHOOL MINI CAMP
A preschool/day camp program featuring music and movement, science, outdoor play, story time, creative art,
snacks and free choice learning centers. Classes for 3's and young 4's, and older 4's, 5's and 6's. Registration
and fees are per diem - choose your days at registration.
Registration begins on Tuesday, June 3. Non-resident registration begins Monday, June 16.
Fun Tykes Ages 3 and 4
Meets: M-F, 6/30-8/1, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (no class 7/4)
Fee: $12/$15 (nr) per day
Location: Nike Tykes Preschool

On Our Way Full Day Program Ages 4-6
Meets: M-F, 6/30-8/1, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (no class 7/4)
Fee: $22/$28 (nr) per day
Location: Nike Tykes Preschool

On Our Way Half Day Program Ages 4-6
Meets: M-F, 6/30-8/1, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. (no class 7/4)
Fee: $12/$15 (nr) per day
Location: Nike Tykes Preschool

PRESCHOOL SPORT DEVELOPMENT
Parents work together with their children in a supportive environment to learn all the sport basics.
START SMART SOCCER
Teaches children (3-5) a variety of soccer skills including, dribbling, kicking, passing, trapping and more.
Instructor: Caitlin Buzzell and Craig Bryant
Location: Robertson Park Field (Next to skate park)
Meets: M, 6/30-8/4, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

START SMART BASKETBALL
Teaches children (3-5) a variety of basketball skills including: dribbling/ball handling, shooting, passing, catching, and running/agility.
Instructor: Caitlin Buzzell and Craig Bryant
Location: Robertson Park Basketball Courts
Meets: T, 7/1-8/5, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

START SMART GOLF
Teaches children (5-7) the motor skills necessary to begin playing the game of golf.
Instructor: Caitlin Buzzell and Craig Bryant
Location: Robertson Park Field (Next to skate park)
Meets: W, 7/2-8/6, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

START SMART BASEBALL
Teaches children (3-5) baseball skills including: hitting,
catching, throwing etc.
Instructor: Caitlin Buzzell and Craig Bryant
Location: Robertson Park Field (Next to skate park)
Meets: Th, 7/3-8/7, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $65/$82(nr) includes equipment

PARENT AND CHILD YOGA
Parents and children will experience the wonderful world of yoga together. Through fun poses parent and child will
work together to stretch their muscles, and improve balance and coordination. Yoga for parents and children can
help to build self-esteem, confidence and strengthen the bond between parent and child.
Instructor: Colleen Zimmer
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 5 and older
Session 1: Th, 7/3-8/7, 6-7 p.m. (no class 7/31)
Fee: $25/$32 (nr)
Session 2: Th, 8/14-9/11, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $25/$32 (nr)

TENNIS LESSONS
Learn to play the game of tennis stressing footwork, ground strokes, service and volleying. All lessons are
played at the Charter Oak Park tennis courts. Bring your own racquet. Joshua Custer, USTA Certified Instructor
Children Beginner Mornings
Ages: 4-7
Time: M-Th, 9:30-10 a.m.
Sessions: 6/23-6/26, 6/30-7/3, 7/7-7/10, 7/14-7/17,
7/21-7/24, 7/28-7/31, 8/4-8/7, 8/11-8/14, 8/18-8/21
Fee: $14/$18 (nr) per session

Children Beginner Evenings
Ages: 4-7
Time: M/W, 5:00-5:30 p.m.
Sessions: 6/2-6/18, 6/23-7/9, 7/14-7/30, 8/4-8/20
Fee: $20/$25 (nr) per session

SCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN

YOGA FOR KIDS
Children will be introduced to the wonderful world of yoga through animated poses and basic stretching exercises.
Children will strengthen their growing bodies, stretch their muscles, improve their balance, coordination and overall
well being.
Instructor: Colleen Zimmer
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 6-11
Session 1: T, 7/1-8/5, 6-7 p.m. (no class 7/29)
Fee: $25/$32 (nr)
Session 2: T, 8/12-9/9, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $25/$32 (nr)

JUKIDO BEGINNERS
Jukido is a style of Japanese Jujitsu the techniques of which were founded centuries ago. The coed course
emphasizes safety and doing one's best. The techniques are taught such that they do not conflict each other as
the principles of Karate, Judo, and Aikido are introduced. Karate contributes strikes, blocks, and kicks; Judo contributes many throws, holds, and unbalancing techniques; and Aikido also contributes unbalancing and other techniques.
Instructor: Joaquin Betancourt
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 6-14
Meets: F, 7/11-9/19, 6-7 p.m. (no class 8/1, 8/29)
Fee: $45/$58 (nr)

JUKIDO RETURNING
Prerequisite: Jukido Beginners
Instructor: Joaquin Betancourt
Location: Northwest Park Activity Room Bldg. #1
Ages: 6-14
Meets: F, 7/11-9/19, 7-8 p.m. (no class 8/1, 8/29)
Fee: $45/$58 (nr)

STROKE CLINIC FOR AGES 8-12
This course will concentrate on swim stroke improvement and physical endurance. You will learn how to use swimming
as a physical fitness activity. To join the program you must be able to swim two lengths of a 25 yard pool doing rhythmic breathing.
Instructor: Mel Siebold
Meets: M-F, 7/28-8/8, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Location: Verplanck Pool
Fee: $50/$63 (nr)

5TH ANNUAL SKATEBOARDING COMPETITION
Don't wait to sign up for this very highly attended event. Again this year expect music, food, and of course COMPETITION. There are divisions for both beginners and advanced skaters. Pre-registration is required to compete.
All competitors will receive a free dinner, drink and ice cream.
Location: Manchester Skate Park (rain date 6/13)
Ages: 7 and older
Meets: W, 6/11, 5-8 p.m. (check-in at 4:30 p.m.)
Fee: Free
Register: Pre-register by call 647-3164

TENNIS LESSONS
Learn to play the game of tennis stressing footwork, ground strokes, service and volleying. All lessons are
played at the Charter Oak Park tennis courts. Bring your own racquet. Joshua Custer, USTA Certified Instructor
Children Beginner Mornings
Ages: 4-7
Time: M-Th, 9:30-10 a.m.
Sessions: 6/23-6/26, 6/30-7/3, 7/7-7/10, 7/14-7/17,
7/21-7/24, 7/28-7/31, 8/4-8/7, 8/11-8/14, 8/18-8/21
Fee: $14/$18 (nr) per session
Ages: 8-12 years
Time: M-Th, 10-11 a.m.
Sessions: 6/23-6/26, 6/30-7/3, 7/7-7/10, 7/14-7/17,
7/21-7/24, 7/28-7/31, 8/4-8/7, 8/11-8/14, 8/18-8/21
Fee: $27/$37 (nr) per session

Children Beginner Evenings
Ages: 4-7
Time: M/W, 5:00-5:30 p.m.
Sessions: 6/2-6/18, 6/23-7/9, 7/14-7/30, 8/4-8/20
Fee: $20/$25 (nr) per session
Ages: 8-12 years
Time: M/W, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Sessions: 6/2-6/18, 6/23-7/9, 7/14-7/30, 8/4-8/20
Fee: $40/$50 (nr) per session

HERSHEY NATIONAL TRACK AND FIELD
All participants must preregister for the meet. Registration forms may be obtained at the Recreation buildings as
well as from Manchester School physical education teachers. Forms must be returned by April 19th.
Manchester residents born between 1994-99, are eligible.
Hershey Track and Field Meet
Saturday, May 3rd, 10:00 a.m., MHS Track

ANNUAL KIDS FISHING DERBY
Fishing for a fun time, come cast your line at this years annual fishing Derby.
Location: Center Springs Park Pond
Ages: All kids and families welcome
Meets: Saturday, 5/10, 7 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Fee: Free

YOUTH SUMMER BASKETBALL LEAGUES
Team play with emphasis on fundamental instruction and competitive play. A league for both boys and girls played
outdoors.

Ages 6-7 (Instructional Program)
Instructor: Volunteer Coaches
Location: Robertson Park Outdoor Courts
Ages: 6-7 years
Meets: F, 6/20-8/8, 6-7 p.m.
Fee: $30/$20 second sibling $10 third sibling

Ages 8-9 (Instructional and Competition)
Instructor: Volunteer Coaches
Location: Robertson Park Outdoor Courts
Ages: 8-9 years
Meets: 6/16-8/8, 6-8 p.m.
Fee: $30/$20 second sibling $10 third sibling
Mandatory evaluation clinic will be held 5/28, 6-7 p.m. at the Mahoney Recreation Center

Ages 10-12 (Instructional and Competition)
Instructor: Volunteer Coaches
Location: Robertson Park Outdoor Courts
Ages: 10-12 years
Meets: 6/16-8/8, 6-8 p.m.
Fee: $30/$20 second sibling $10 third sibling
Mandatory evaluation clinic will be held 5/28, 6-7 p.m. at the Mahoney Recreation Center