Page 9 - Town of Rocky Hill Summer 2023 Programs

Youth
camp sunrise
A summer recreational program for those
with special needs, ages 3–21 with physical, intellectual, developmental, and/or other health impairments. The camp is run by the Glastonbury Parks and Recreation Department and serves
the towns of Cromwell, Glastonbury, Newington, Rocky Hill, and Wethersfield. Camp runs Monday– Friday, June 20–August 4 (no camp on 6/19 or 7/4), 9:00am–3:00pm at Smith Middle School in Glastonbury. Fee is $149/week and $175/week
for typical siblings. Transportation is provided from the Rocky Hill Town Hall to and from camp.
If transportation is needed, there is an additional $30/week fee. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and is now open. Special registration procedures are required and registration is now online only. Applications are available at the Parks and Recreation office or online at www.glastonburyct.gov/campsunrise. Contact the Glastonbury Parks and Recreation Dept. for more information.
American sign language for kids
(ages 8–15)
Students will learn the ASL alphabet and corresponding words. Basic words and phrases such as colors, numbers, family members, etc. Students will be able to sign familiar words and short phrases at the end of the course. This class is fun and educational!
Instructor: Connie Davids
Location: Community Center Activity Room 2 Day: Tuesdays
Dates: July 11–August 15 (6 classes)
Time: 5:00–5:45pm
Fee: $60 for residents, $66 for non-residents
summer Basketball clinics with coach luke granato
Participants can continue their skill development into the spring season with these fun-filled, foundational skill-based clinics with Coach
Luke Granato. These clinics are proven, skill- based clinics that will jumpstart your athlete’s enthusiasm for basketball and improve their game. At this age, consistency is important! Don’t let your little basketball star fall behind! Join Coach Granato’s clinic today!
Instructor: Coach Luke Granato Location: Moser School Gymnasium Fee: $36 for residents only
co-ed clinics for children in grades 1–2
Day: Thursdays
Spring Session Dates: April 20–June 8 (8 clinics) Summer Session Dates: June 29–August 3
(6 clinics)
Times: 5:30–6:30pm
Boys clinics for children in grades 3–4
Day: Thursdays
Spring Session Dates: April 20–June 8 (8 clinics) Summer Session Dates: June 29–August 3
(6 clinics)
Times: 6:45–7:45pm
Parks & Recreation
Our youth dance classes allow your child the opportunity to learn and express themselves through the art of dance in a fun environment.
All classes will be taught on the beginner level, allowing your child to learn traditional dance steps associated with their specific class. Tap and ballet shoes are required for Creative Movement and Fun with 4’s. Music will be child friendly. Proper dance attire is required for all dance classes. Please
check our web site for clothing and foot attire. Hair must be tied up. Parents will not be allowed entry into dance room.
Instructor: Instructor: Janet Arnold (Mondays/ Tuesdays) and Julia Ward (Thursdays)
Location: Community Center Activity Room 6/ Dance Room
Fee: $45 for residents, $50 for non-residents
Dance classes
Class
Age
Day
Time
Dates
Instructor
Creative Movement (tap/ballet)
2–3
Monday
4:30–5:15pm
July 10–August 14 6 classes
Janet
Fun with 4’s (tap/ballet)
4
Monday
5:30–6:15pm
July 10–August 14 6 classes
Janet
Tap
4–6
Tuesday
4:30–5:15pm
July 11–August 15 6 classes
Janet
Creative Movement (tap/ballet)
2–3
Tuesday
5:30–6:15pm
July 11–August 15 6 classes
Janet
Creative Movement (tap/ballet)
2–3
Thursday
4:30–5:15pm
July 13–August 24 (no class 7/27)
6 classes
Julia
Hip Hop
4–6
Thursday
5:30–5:15pm
July 13–August 24 (no class 7/27)
6 classes
Julia
Skyhawks Sports
Skyhawks Sports Academy provides sports programs where children discover and develop athletic skills and social values, such as teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship. We offer children a positive sports experience while promoting a healthy, active lifestyle.
skyhawks capture the Flag for ages 7–12
You know this fun game from playgrounds, backyards, and family get-togethers. We will take all the traditional aspects of the game and put a Skyhawks Sports spin on it. Your young athletes will learn strategy in addition to the rules of the game while we incorporate sportsmanship and teamwork into this week-long, action-packed camp. Bring your friends or come and make new ones at this unique and fast-paced program. Gear to bring: Appropriate clothing, water bottle, sneakers, and sunscreen
Food to bring: 2 snacks & water bottle Includes: T-shirt
Days: Monday–Friday
Date: August 7–11
Time: 9:00am–12:00pm
Location: Moser School
Fee: $145
skyhawks steM & Play: soccer for ages 7–12
This program combines strategic STEM-based activities with traditional Skyhawks soccer instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. STEM Sports soccer curriculum gives students the opportunity to get behind the sport they love with modules on soccer ball design, throw in science, angles and goal line technology! Participants will also learn the fundamentals of passing, shooting, dribbling,
and defense through skill-based drills and scrimmages. Skyhawks puts the Sports in STEM. Gear to bring: Appropriate clothing, water bottle, sneakers, and sunscreen
Food to bring: Lunch & water bottle
Includes: T-shirt and soccer ball
Days: Wednesday–Friday
Date: July 5–July 7
Time: 9:00am–3:00pm
Location: Moser School
Fee: $165
skyhawks Mini-hawk (Baseball, Basketball & soccer) for ages 4–6
This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive first step into athletics. Sports are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with encouragement and fun. Through exciting games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. Gear to bring: Appropriate clothing, water bottle, sneakers, and sunscreen
Food to bring: 2 snacks & water bottle
Includes: Sport ball and T-shirt
Days: Monday–Friday
Date: July 24–28
Time: 9:00am–12:00pm
Location: Moser School
Fee: $145
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