Parks and Rec Notes!


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Upcoming Programs

18+ Pick-up Basketball: Thursday, November 5, 12, 19 (No Nov. 26). 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $12 for session or $5 drop-in. Municipal Gym.

30+ Pick-up Basketball: Sunday, November 1, 8, 15, 22 (No Nov. 29) 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. $16 for session or $5 drop-in. Municipal Gym.

Boot Camp Fitness: Ages 16+. Boot Camp Fitness offers custom small group training sessions offered by a Certified Personal Trainer.  Our sessions focus on exercises and functional training. A 60-minute workout with a 15-minute ending stretch will improve your core strength and balance. October 27 - December 17 (No Nov. 26). Classes will be held in the Old Town Hall on Town Street on Tuesday, 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. and Municipal Gym on Thursday, 5:45 - 7:00 p.m. 1x/week $64, 2x/week $96, or $10 drop-in.

18+ Pickleball Sessions:  Sunday, November 8, 15, 22 (No Nov. 1, 29). 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - Open to all levels. Monday, November 9, 16, 30 (No Nov. 2, 23). 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Beginner & Intermediate. Tuesday, November 17, 24 (No Nov. 4, 10) 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Advanced. Wednesday, November 4, 18 (No Nov. 11, 25). 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Beginner. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. - Intermediate/Advanced. Thursday, November 5, 12, 19 (No Nov. 26). 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. - Intermediate. Friday, November 6, 13, 20 (No Nov. 27). 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. - Open to all levels. Municipal Gym. 

Pickleball Boot Camp:  Clinic for Beginners and Advanced Beginners. This fun-filled, active session will provide participants with multiple resources & on-court experiences to safely learn basic rules, skills, and strategies. Proper skill mechanics, footwork, and balance for greater success and safety during play. Wear court sneakers, comfortable clothing, and bring a water bottle. Saturday, November 14. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Municipal Gym, $40 for session.

18+ Open Gym Soccer: Monday, November 9, 16, 23, 30 (No Nov. 2). 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. $16 for session or $5 Drop-in. Municipal Gym.

16+ Co-Ed Volleyball: Tuesday, November 10, 17, 24 (No Nov. 3). 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12 for session or $5 Drop-in. Municipal Gym.

Gentle Yoga: This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness or yoga experience. Ages 16 and up. Improve your strength and flexibility while decreasing stress. Enjoy moving your body and breathing mindfully! Sunday: November 15 - December 13. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Senior Center. $65 for a 6-week session. Wednesday: November 11 - December 9. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. $55 for a 5-week session. $15 drop-in fee. Senior Center/ Parks & Rec Activity room.

Stop the Bleed Course: This is a FREE 60-90 minute class presented by STOP THE BLEED, American College of Surgeons. Learn how to stop bleeding until the First Responders arrive. Next class is Monday, November 16, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Municipal Building, Meeting Room 3. Space is limited.

Home School Family Open Gym: Open gym offers a safe place for homeschool families to get together, burn off some energy, and have fun! Bring your family and sports/game equipment to the Municipal Gym. Parks & Rec equipment is available upon request. Suitable for all ages. Tuesday, November 17, 24 (No Nov. 3, 10) 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Registration required. $5 per family.

Abrakadoodle: Grades 4 - 5. Discover the earth and space through an art STEAM adventure that reuses materials and explores everything from planets to pollinators, trees to technology, and oceans to outer space! Thursdays, November 5 - December 3 (No Nov. 26). 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School. Cost $72.

Food Explorers: Grades 1 - 3. Holiday Baking. Celebrate the season with Food Explorers! Kids will whip up festive treats like Gingerbread French Toast, Hot Chocolate Flatbreads, Tiramisu Egg Rolls, and Peppermint Oreo Cookie Sandwiches. It’s the perfect mix of holiday cheer, creativity, and delicious fun! All recipes are nut-free and vegetarian but will contain dairy, eggs, and gluten. Mondays, November 30 - December 21. 3:15 - 4:25 p.m. East Haddam Elementary, Cost: $90.

Futsal: Grades 1 - 6. Futsal is a fast, indoor soccer game played with five players on each team. It is like regular soccer, but played on a hard basketball court instead of a big grassy field. Tuesdays, November 3 - 24. Grades 2 - 3: 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. Grades 4 - 6: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Grades 7 - 12: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. East Haddam Elementary. Cost: $80.

Youth Basketball: Grades K - 8. Grades K - 2. Clinic Format. Saturdays, January 9 - February 20 (No Feb. 13). Grades K & 1: 11:00 - 11:55 a.m. Grade 2: 12:00 - 12: 55 p.m. Municipal Gym. Cost $85. Registration Deadline: November 29. Grades 3-8. Players will participate in a traditional season consisting of practices and games. Some games will be played away against other towns. 1-2 weekday practices, beginning December 1. Saturday Games, January 9 - March 6. East Haddam Elementary School Gym - Weekday practices. Municipal Gym - Saturday games. Cost $130. Registration Deadline: November 1. Registration includes a team shirt. $20 late fee after registration deadline.

Skyhawks Hoopster Tots Basketball: Ages 2 - 5. Saturdays, January 9 - February 20 (No Feb. 13). Ages 2 - 3: 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. $125. Parent participation required for ages 2 - 3.5 years. Ages 4 - 5: 10:00 - 10:50 a.m. $125. Registration Deadline: November 29. $20 late fee after registration deadline. Municipal Gym. Limited Spaces Available.

Kayak Storage Rental

We are excited to offer kayak rack storage rental at the East Haddam Town Beach. Many thanks to Aaron Allen who constructed the kayak racks as part of his Eagle Scout Project.
Kayak Rack Storage Application

Concussion Information

Child Abuse Prevention Information
Pursuant to Public Act No. 21-64  (Governor’s Task Force on Justice for Abused Children in Connecticut – GTF), we are providing a copy of the Governor’s Child Abuse Prevention Information.
Here are the links to the documents:
https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DCF/GTF-CJA/HB-6113/Grooming_Connecticut-Safe-Sport-Policy-Child-Abuse-Prevention_Digital.pdf
https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/DCF/GTF-CJA/HB-6113/Connecticut-Safe-Sport-Policy-Child-Abuse-Prevention-Final.pdf