March 29, 2024

East Providence Recreation Announces Fall 2019 Programs

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Registration begins September 3rd. Register by calling 401-433-6360. All programs are held at the Senior Center, 610 Waterman Ave. unless otherwise noted. Fees apply where noted. Participants must obtain center membership: 1 year: Ages 6-17, $25 / Age 18+, $50 / Age 55+, $25

PRE-SCHOOL
Dance & Tumble with Me: (Parent Participation) 18 months old - 3yrs old / Saturday 9:30am - 10:15pm / $40 p/month / Oct. 5 - Dec. 21
Class is designed to introduce ballet fundamentals, balancing, tumbles, parachute, imagination, rhythm & movement.

Creative Tumble: Ages 3-5/ Saturday 10:30am -11:15am/ $40 p/month/ Oct. 5 - Dec. 21
This class is designed for children who are ready to tumble on their own. Here children will learn basic tumbling and gymnastics fundamentals, balancing, imagination, balance beam, floor, rhythm and movement. Children will learn playground and gymnastics safety as well as fine and gross motor skills.

Mini Tumbling: Ages 4-6/ Saturday 11:30am -12:15am/ $40 p/month/ Oct. 5 - Dec. 21
Mini Tumbling is for the advanced preschooler. Class will progress all of the skills learned in Creative Tumble.
Pre Tap/ Ballet Dance: Ages 3-6/ Wednesday 4:30 – 5:15pm/ $40 p/month/ Sept. 11 - Dec. 19
Students will work on the foundations of Tap & Ballet. Children will build confidence in their skills so they can move to the next level with ease and learn how to have fun in a class setting.

YOUTH
After School Fun:
Ages 6-14 Mon - Fri. 3 - 7pm (included with membership) Afterschool time at the Rec. features a fun atmosphere for youth. Activities include sport competitions, games, crafts, cooking, computers, homework help, community service projects and more! * Fees may apply to some activities. Begins September 3rd.

Teen Weight Training:
Coed Ages 13-15 / M, W & F 4 - 6pm Begins September 16th

Youth Basketball: Coed Ages 6-14 / Wed. / Beginners 6:30- 7:30pm; Intermediates 7:30 – 8:30pm. $30 per child September 18-November 6 * Held @ Waddington Elementary school, 101 Legion way.

Teen Pick – Up Basketball Night: Ages 12-17 (co-ed)/ Wednesday & Friday 7-9pm/ FREE/ Begins September 18
Come out for a night of recreational basketball. No referees, no standings, just honor calls and good sportsmanship. Different teams are formed each week. *Held @ Riverside Middle School, 179 Forbes St.

Jazz & Acro Dance: Ages 7 & up/ Thursday 4:30 - 5:15pm/ $40 p/month/ Sept. 12 - Dec. 19 Children will work on the foundations of jazz & acro. Students will learn leaps, turns and acrobatic balances.

Tap & Ballet Dance: Ages 7 & up/ Thursday 5:20 - 6:05pm/ $40 p/month/ Sept. 12 - Dec. 19
Beginner class where children will gain confidence and begin to learn ballet & Tap techniques.

Tap & Jazz Dance: Ages 7 & up/ Thursday 6:10 - 6:55pm/ $40 p/month/ Sept. 12 - Dec. 19 Beginner class where children will gain confidence and begin to learn Tap& Jazz techniques.

Contemporary Dance: Ages 7 & up/ Thursday 7:00 - 7:55pm/ $40 p/month/ Sept. 12 - Dec. 19
Contemporary is a fusion style of modern, ballet and jazz. Technical skills include jumps, leaps, turns and floor work.

Hip-Hop Dance: Ages 7-14/ Wednesday 7– 7:45pm/ $40 p/month/ Sept. 11 - Dec 18
This high– energy class focuses on hip hop dance fundamentals, breakdancing and history.

Tumbling: Ages 7 – 14/ Wednesday 6:10 - 6:55pm/ $40 p/month/ Sept. 11 –Dec. 18
The class curriculum is designed to teach each student at their own individual pace and skill level.

Kids Crafts: Ages 6 – 14/ Monday 4:30 – 5:30pm/ $12 per child/ Oct. 21 - Dec. 9
Learn to make oodles of cool arts & crafts!

Flag Football: Ages 10-14/ Tuesday 4:30 – 5:30pm / 4 week session/ Oct. 1-22/ $10 per child

School Vacation Day Camp: Day camps are offered at the Recreation Center from 9am - 5pm during school vacation for youth members age 6-12. (Excludes holidays). Activities include games, sports, arts & crafts and special themed events. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Fee is $12 per day per child. December Day Camp: Dec. 23, 27, 28 & 30.

ADULT
Fit Mix: Led by Karen Ramos-Boyd.
Monday 6 - 7pm $5 per class. Class starts September 9th.
Mixture of cardio, weights, bands and more to help you get a balanced workout while allowing you to set your own pace.

Hatha Yoga: Led by Kathy Ashton CYT200. Tuesdays 6-7:30pm/ $12 per class/ Begins Sept. 3
Hatha Yoga is for everyone regardless of age, ability or flexibility! The benefits of this gentile practice include reduced stress, increase in your flexibility, balance, focus, and the ability to quiet the mind. *please bring your own non-slip mat.

Tai-Chi: Thursday evenings from 6:30-7:30pm,September 19-November 14, (no class Oct. 31)$30 for the 4 classes.
Learn from 20 year practitioner and Daoist Master Li and cultivate better health and longevity as you exercise using centuries-old methods.

To register or for more information please call the Recreation Center at 401-433-6360.

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