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FALL & WINTER PROGRAM GUIDE 2009/2010The Department of Parks & Recreation maintains several recreational facilities for school sports, youth athletics, and resident usage. Permits, which may be obtained at the Recreation Office, 1090 Cranston Street, Hamilton Building, are available to residents and groups to guarantee the use of ball fields and tennis courts. Each and every other recreational facility is available to Cranston residents. Special rules and regulations are posted at each site to ensure a safe and fun environment for all.
WHAT'S GOING ON IN RECREATION?
ADULT YOGA PROGRAM STARTS JANUARY 12
Cranston Parks and Recreation will begin offering beginning Adult Yoga classes for men and women beginning January 12, 2010. The session is from January 12 to March 11, 2010. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:15pm at George Peters Elemenatary School.
Practicing yoga is beneficial for enhancing strength, flexibility and focus. The class is for both men and woman. Fee for the session is $55.00. A drop in rate may be available to try the class.
The yoga class will be lead by Jean Colaneri, certified yoga instructor. Ms. Colaneri currently teaches at the Warwick YMCA. For information, contact Cranston Parks and Recreation at 780-6169 or 780-6150.
SATURDAY MORNING BASKETBALL STARTS NOVEMBER 7
This program will teach your child the fundamentals of basketball through instruction and game play. Register onsite beginning November 7; still plenty of room in many locations.
Park View Middle School
Grades 3-5: 8:30 am 10:00 am
Grades 6-8: 10:00 am 11:30am
PLEASE NOTE: No basketball on 12/26, 1/2, and 2/20
Western Hills Middle School
Grades 3-5: 9:00 am 10:30 am
Grades 6-8: 10:30 am 12 noon
PLEASE NOTE: No basketball on 12/26, 1/2, and 2/20
Peter T. Pastore Youth Center
Grades K-2: 8:30 am 9:30 am (Session 1) FULL
Grades K-2: 9:45 am10:45 am (Session 2) FULL
Grades 3-5: 11:00 am 12:30 pm
PLEASE NOTE: No basketball on 12/12 and 2/27
REGISTRATION FEE: $20
ALL LOCATIONS: BOYS AND GIRLS
Please note: No Basketball on 12/26, 1/2, 2/20 at Park View and Western Hills and no basketball on 12/12 & 2/27 at Peter Pastore Youth Center
WINTER INDOOR TENNIS STARTS NOVEMBERS 7
Saturday Mornings
9:00am11:00am
November 7 March 13
Dont let the winter chill freeze your tennis game. Build your skill set or start with the basics. Lessons for beginners or advanced players ages 6 to 18 take place at Hugh B. Bain Middle School gym. The fee is $85 per person. Space is limited. Register onsite beginning November 7.
Please Note: There will be no tennis on 12/26, 1/2, 2/20 due to school vacation
WOMEN'S FITNESS PROGRAM STARTS UP JANUARY 4
Formerly our Women's Aerobics class. New name, same great program. This class features elements of aerobics, weight training, body sculpting, and dance fitness. It is designed for all age levels. New session starts January 4. Start the new year off on the right track. Sign up at the location on January 4 r pre-reigster in the Recreation Office. Participants should bring wieghts and a mat.
Mondays & Wednesdays
6:30pm 7:30pm
George Peters Elementary School
Session Fee: $35
- Session 2: January 4 March 10, 2010
- Session 3: March 15 May 12, 2010
Participants are encouraged to bring own weights, water bottle, etc
MEN'S SATURDAY BASKETBALL BEGINS NOVEMBER 7
Pick up games formed each Saturday. Come alone or bring a team.
SATURDAYS
November 7 - March 13
$3 per visit
Must be over 18 years old (proof of age required)
Park View Middle School 11:30 am 1:30 pm
Western Hills Middle School 12:00 pm 2:00 pm
NO BASKETBALL ON 12/26, 1/2, 2/20
PITCH, HIT & RUN SET FOR APRIL 17, 2010
The Pitch, Hit and Run Skills Competition is set for April 17, 2010. Competition begins at 9:00am at Cranston Stadium Baseball Field for Ages 7-14. The competition is open to boys & girls. Rain date is set for April 24.
Registration forms will be available at the Parks and Recreation Department around April 1. Registration is Free. Winners of the local competition earn the right to compete at the State Finals at McCoy Stadium in May. All local competition participants recieve a complementary ticket to that evening's Pawtucket Red Sox game.
CHECK BACK FREQUENTLY AS THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED WITH NEW PROGRAMMING INFORMATION.