Program Categories
(Online registration begins at midnight on Monday following the release of the brochure.)
All adult programs are for men and women 18 years and older, however, we welcome 16 year olds with parent permission.These classes emphasize fitness for all ability levels through exercise. To enroll, you must be in good physical
condition. If there is any uncertainty about your ability to undertake an exercise program, we suggest that a physician be consulted for an evaluation.
Basic Dog Obedience
United States Tennis Association Adult Tennis League
Ballroom Dancing Ages: 18 yrs and Older Here is your chance to be able to get out and dance no matter what song is playing. This class will teach you two basic steps in 10 different dances, so you can get out on the dance floor! It will also teach you how to determine what type of dance to do to the song that is playing. Final class of the session will be a practice party to get
you ready to dance in public! Participants may wear comfortable clothing. Ballroom shoes or dance shoes are preferred (can be pre ordered through The Dance Academy of Colchester 537-3888). Students may also wear socks. In order to protect the studio floor, no street shoes are permitted. Fridays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Dance Academy of Colchester Fee: $75 Non-Residents Add’l. $20 Session 1: March 19 – April 23 Activity # 4103.115 Registration deadline 3/12 Session 2: April 30 – June 11 Activity # 4103.116 Registration deadline 4/23
18 yrs & Older This 7 week class is designed to create a deeper dog-owner bond, address some behavior issues and help owners understand how their canines communicate. Six basic obedience commands will be covered: come, heel, sit, down, stay & stand as well as temperament type. This class is
appropriate for dogs eight months and older. The first class is for OWNERS ONLY and will enlighten you as to what to expect from this class. Enrollment will be finalized with a brief phone consultation with the trainer before the first class. Please bring a chair to the first class and wear comfortable clothes and footwear. Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Town Green Fee: $100 Non-Residents $20 Session 1: April 6 - May 18 Activity # 4103.911 Registration deadline 4/11 Session 2: May 26 - July 7 Activity # 4103.912 Registration deadline 5/19
Safe Boating & PWC Course United States Coast Guard, State of Connecticut and National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) approved course. Required for all registered
vessels in state of CT. For more information on if you need to take this course, go to Saturday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Colchester Town Hall March 13 Activity # 4103.119 Fee: $60 Non-Residents Add’l $20
Men's Pick-Up Basketball Ages: 18 yrs & Older
Think you got game? From Beginner to Advanced, Pick-Up Basketball has something for everyone. Bring your best and challenge others for a little 5 vs. 5. Whatever it is, you can play! This year we are offering several payment options to make playing easier for you.
Option A: Pay for the entire year at last years price $40. This option make sure you don't have to worry about coming back in to re-register for the second session
Option B: Pay for one session at $25 per session. Know you're going to be busy during one half of the year but no the other, than this is the option for you.
Option C: Pay at the door for only $3. This is good for those individuals who can just only make it once or twice during the year. No participants will be allowed to play, if they are not registered, without paying the $3 door charge.
Entire Season Tuesdays September 15 – June 15 7:00pm to 9:00 pm WJJMS Gym B Fee: $40.00
Non-Residents Additional: $20.00 Activity # 4112.133 Winter/Spring Season Tuesdays September 15 - January 26 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm WJJMS Gym B Fee: $25.00 Non-Residents Additional: $20.00 Activity # 4122.110
Co- Rec Pick-Up Indoor Soccer
Ages: 18 yrs old & Older
Ever want to be a part of world-class soccer, but never had the chance? We have the next best thing for you. Bring your sneakers and get ready to match up against some of Colchester's best. Take part in an opportunity to stay in shape, exercise, socialize and of course, play soccer! Men and Women of all skill levels and abilities are encouraged to participate. This year we are offering several payment options to make playing easier for you. Option A: Pay for the entire year at last years price $40. This option make sure you don't have to worry about coming back in to re-register for the second session
Option B: Pay for one session at $25 per session. Know you're going to be busy during one half of the year but no the other, than this is the option for you. Option C: Pay at the door for only $3. This is good for those individuals who can just only make it once or twice during the year.
No participants will be allowed to play if they are not registered without paying the $3 door charge.
Entire Season Thursdays September 17 – June 10 7:00pm to 9:00 pm WJJMS Gym B Fee: $40.00 Non-Residents Additional: $20.00 Activity # 4112.224 Winter/Spring Season Thursdays September 17- January 28 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm WJJMS Gym B Fee: $25.00 Non-Residents Additional: $20.00 Activity # 4122.202
Women's Pick Up Basketball Ages: 18 yrs old & Older
Like competition, but lack the desire for structure? Pick-up Basketball is the thing for you. Enjoy playing against people of all skill levels. Bring friends and make friends while you're at it as well. This year we are offering several payment options to make playing easier for you. Option A: Pay for the entire year at last years price $40. This option make sure you don't have to worry about coming back in to re-register for the second session
Option B: Pay for one session at $25 per session. Know you're going to be busy during one half of the year but no the other, than this is the option for you. Option C: Pay at the door for only $3. This is good for those individuals who can just only make it once or twice during the year. No participants will be allowed to play, if they are not registered, without paying the $3 door charge.
Entire Season Mondays September 14 – June 14 7:00pm to 9:00 pm WJJMS Gym B Fee: $40.00
Non-Residents Additional: $20.00 Activity # 4112.203 Winter/Spring Season Mondays September 14 - January 25 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm WJJMS Gym B Fee: $25.00 Non-Residents Additional: $20.00 Activity # 3320.433
NYSCA Coaches Training
Ages: 18 + Initial Level Membership: Introduction to coaching youth sports program: To become a member, coaches participate in an NYSCA interactive video training clinic, successfully complete an exam and sign a pledge committing them to uphold the NYSCA Code of Ethics. Volunteer coaches who are interested in becoming initial members start by taking a 3 hour training course called a "Clinic". Please call the office to register for this program at (860) 537-7297. This is not sport
specific-coaches of all sports are are encouraged to attend. For additional information you may also visit the NYSCA's website at Thursday Feb 11 TH Meeting Room 3 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Fee: $20.00 Non-Res: $20.00 Activity Number: 2020.134
Cardio Kick with a Twist Ages: 16 + Start your Cardio with kicking, jabbing, and squatting movements incorporating weight training intervals to boost the metabolism for 45 min; adding resistance will burn additional calories and TONE (Modified movements if needed).
Class includes Explosive Abdominal Routine using Pilates
Its a full body workout!!
You’re bound to see the results for the whole body with in 8 weeks!!!
Please bring a water bottle or juice, mat and a towel to wipe the sweat!!!!!!!
**3 lb or lighter weights needed
Registration deadline is one week prior to class start date. You’re bound to see the results for the whole body with in 6 weeks!!!
Class requires you to bring a water bottle or juice/matt and a towel to wipe the sweat!!!!!!! Wednesday’s 6:00pm to 7:30pm WJJMS Caféteria A Fee: $28.00
Session 1 January 13 – March 10 Activity Number 4122.105
Session 2 March 31 – June 2 Activity Number 4122.106
Eating Well Made Easy-A Cooking Class For Everyone
Ages: 14 yrs old & Older
This new and exciting cooking class is designed to meet the need of the busy Colchester residents needs. Whether its your first time cooking or you're a gourmet chef this course has something for you. All recipes taught in this class are healthy and low cost meals. And on top of that, they are quick and easy, so easy anyone can learn to cook.
Participants can sign up for individual weeks at $25 a week.
Thursdays January 7 – February 11 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Bacon Academy Food Prep Room Fee: $25.00 Non-Residents Additional: $20.00
The following is what you will learn each week.
Week 1 - Savory Soups and Sauces Activity # 4122.511
Week 2 - Fast Chicken Meals Activity # 4122.512
Week 3 - Scrumptious Side Dishes Activity # 4122.513
Week 4 - Scintillating Stir Fries Activity # 4122.514
Week 5 - Perfect Pasta Dishes Activity # 4122.515
Week 6 - Sizzling Skillet Meals Activity # 4122.516
Men's League Basketball Ages: 18+ Come and play in Colchester Parks and Recreations first annual Men's Basketball league. Get together a group of your best guys and come compete against the best Colchester has to offer. This is a 5 on 5 league. Each team is guaranteed seven regular season games and one playoff game. Games will be played on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Cost per team is $425 plus $15 for every non resident. But if you sign up before March 1st
you will save $50. That’s right sign up by March 1st and only pay $375 for team. Cost includes an official team t-shirt for up to 10 team members. Must sign up by March 22nd to get t-shirts in time for first week of games. Wednesdays and Thursdays April 7 – June 10 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm CES Gym Fee: $375.00 if register before March 1st $ 425.00 after March 1st
Activity #4122.50
Beginner Pilates Ages: 18 yrs and Older Let's get to work! This beginner Pilates class will strengthen core abdominal muscles through basic Pilates techniques. Get those long lean muscles you've always wanted. The body of a dancer without all those hours of training. Participant may bring their own mat. Please wear
comfortable light clothing and bare feet or socks. No class 2/16 8 wk class. Dance Academy of Colchester Fee: $75 Non-Res: $20 Tuesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., March 16 – May 11 Registration deadline 3/9. Activity # 4103.117
Fridays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., March 19 – May 21 Registration deadline 3/12 no class 4/2 Activity # 4103.118
Taekwondo Intro Ages: 11 yrs old and Older The Colchester Chung Do Kwan Academy is offering an introductory program in Taekwondo. This program is offered to anyone ages 11 years old and up! This is a perfect family class! These Taekwondo classes will teach basic knowledge of Taekwondo as well as helping to increase flexibility and physical fitness. This is a one-month, new
student, program that offers a vary flexible training schedule. You are welcome to train during any and all class times that are open for your age Come and try out this exciting and challenging sport! Registration deadline is one week prior to the first of the month you are registering for. Registration fee includes a free uniform! You may only participate in this program once. Class Times: Monday & Wednesday -6:30-8:00 PM; Tuesday & Wednesday - 7:00-8:30 PM Fee: $50 Non-Res Add’l: $20
March: Activity # 4103.109 Registration deadline 2/25 April: Activity # 4103.913 Registration deadline 3/25 May: Activity # 4103.914 Registration deadline 4/25
Yoga Moderate Ages: 16 yrs and Older This class is great for all levels of yoga practice! Learn pranayama (breathing practice) along with yoga postures to improve your strength, flexibility and relaxation. Beginners are welcome as modifications will be given and alignment of posture will be emphasized. Take some time from your busy week to release tension and stress! (Wear loose
clothing and bring a yoga mat) Registration deadline 1/7. Ages 16 and older are welcome to participate with a parent. No class 2/18. Registration deadline 1/7 March 18 – April 29 Activity # 4103.113 Registration deadline 3/11 No class 4/22 May 6 – June 10 Activity # 4103.114 Registration deadline 4/29
Zumba Ages: 13 yrs and older Zumba eliminates the "work" from "working out" by combining irresistible Latin & International music with dynamic, yet simple exercise moves to create a fun dynamic fitness program. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize calorie output, fat burning and total body toning.
This Latin-based group exercise class is fun and easy to do. No dance experience required! Ages 13 & up welcome to participate with a registered adult. Tuesdays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. April 27 – June 1 Activity # 4103.111 Registration deadline
4/20 Fee: $24 Non-Residents Add’l: $20 Register for Tuesdays, Thursdays or both days! Thursdays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. April 29 – June 3 Activity # 4103.112 Registration deadline 4/21 Fee: $24 Non-Residents Add’l: $20
United States Tennis Association Adult Tennis League
Are you a beginner tennis player looking to be part of an adult tennis league? Don’t miss this opportunity!! Grab your friend and form a team.
The Colchester Parks and Recreation Department is looking for beginner level men & women to form one or more teams representing Colchester in a league featuring teams from, Glastonbury, Marlborough, East Hampton, Hebron, Bolton and perhaps other surrounding towns.
5-10 players are needed per team. Each Match will consist of 1st Singles, 1st Doubles and 2nd Doubles matches. Matches will be held on Monday evening’s beginning at 6:00 p.m. The winning team in the men’s and women’s divisions will have the opportunity to compete various divisional championships throughout New England. The season will run from mid May through July.
The league will be governed by the USTA. Membership in USTA will be required. Memberships include subscription to TENNIS and USTA Magazines as well as many other discount and privileges.
This league is for those fit in the National Tennis Rating of 2.5 for women and 3.0 for men. A general guideline is as follows:
The National Tennis Rating Program (NTRP) classifies players in a certain skill level. The NTRP provides a simple, self-placement method to group individuals of similar ability for league play, tournaments, group lessons, social matches and club or community programs. Ratings range from 1.0 (beginner) to 7.0 (world-class professional). TYPICAL BEGINNER (2.5 – 3.0) SKILL LEVEL FOREHAND: Form is developing; prepared for moderately paced shots; not always consistent.
BACKHAND: Grip and preparation problems; often chooses to hit forehand instead of backhand.
SERVE/RETURN OF SERVE: Attempting a full swing; can get the ball in play at slow pace; inconsistent toss; can return slow paced serve.
VOLLEY: Uncomfortable at net, especially on the backhand side; Consistent forehand volley; inconsistent backhand volley; has trouble with low and wide shots.
Fee: $59/pp USTA & $10/pp Colchester Parks and Recreation
INFORMATIONAL MEETING If you are interested in participation or just want to learn more, please attend the informational meeting on Monday, May 3rd 6:30 p.m. in the Colchester Town Hall, Meeting Room 1.
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