January 25, 2010

Department of Recreation - Youth Programs

The Recreation Department is located at 80 Broadacres Drive, Clementon

(856) 435-5734 and (856) 374-3520 Fax: (856) 782-8962

Email: recdept@glotwp.com

Registration at Recreation Center

Each individual parent is responsible for signing up his/her own child.

Registration held at the Recreation Center beginning at 8am.


Space is limited for all programs and trips. In-person registration is required for all activities. Registration forms must be filled out by the participant or parent/guardian. All programs require advanced registration. Make checks payable to â€œTwp. of Gloucesterâ€� except where otherwise noted; two separate checks may be necessary.

Programs are for Township residents only. Bring a valid drivers license and second proof of residency to registration. Preschool registration also requires a photocopy of the child's birth certificate & medical records.

Full refunds will be given if the Recreation Department cancels a trip or program due to low enrollment. We reserve the right to cancel a trip or program if enough people have not registered in advance.

Program refunds will be given minus a $10.00 processing fee. This refund must be requested before 20% of the scheduled classes are completed. Trip refunds will only be given if a replacement can be found. Trip refunds are also subject to a $10.00 processing fee. Please bring your receipt to the office for processing. All refunds take 30-45 days to process.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Registration begins January 4th at the Recreation Center

Please call 856-435-5734 for more info

IMAGINATION TO ACTION

Fridays: January 15, Last class March 26

9:30am - 12:30pm 10 Weeks

$115 to Katie Ahern/$10. to Glo. Twp.

Held at Point Ariel Park Community Center

Designed for children 3 1/2 - 5 years old. This class will focus on both academic & social skills. In this stimulating and fun environment, your child will be engaged in creative movement, music, circle & storytime, block-building, dress-up/role-play, arts & crafts, & a variety of hands-on games and activities. To top it off, the children will be able to eat lunch together each week! The class will be led each week by a certified & experienced kindergarten teacher who believes in a positive approach to learning & is committed to bringing out the best in each child. Children must be potty trained and have turned 3 by August 1, 2009.

JUMPBUNCH SPORTS & FITNESS FOR KIDS

Cost: $65 to JumpBunch/$10 to Glo. Twp.

Held at the Recreation Center

JumpBunch is a fun, structured program that introduces children to a wide range of sports, helps build coordination, self-esteem and a life-long love of sports and fitness. JumpBunch introduces children to sports and fitness in a non-competitive, hands-on setting. All activities are designed to improve gross motor skills, hand/eye coordination and body balance. Please wear appropriate sports attire/sneakers and provide a water bottle for each child. Classes run for 8 weeks and begin the week of Jan. 25.

Mondays 3:45-4:30pm Ages 3-5

Wednesdays 5:30-6:15pm Ages 3-5

Wednesdays 6:30-7:15pm Ages 6-8

JUMPBUNCH TODDLER CLASS

Cost: $55 to JumpBunch/$10 to Glo. Twp.

Held at the Recreation Center

JumpBunch Toddler classes introduce our younger students to sports and fitness in a fun start-up setting. The classes are 30 minutes in length and will include warm ups, exercises, stretching, sports exploration, bubbles and more. Parents are welcome to participate with their child. Classes run for 8 weeks and begin the week of Jan. 25.

Mondays 3:15-3:45pm Ages 2-3

LITTLE TIKES EXPLORER CLASSES

Fridays: February 19; Last class March 26

Cost: $50 to Jessica Porter & Diane Jones/$10 to Glo. Twp.

Held at the Recreation Center

The Little Tikes Explorer classes are a fun way for adventurous little ones to learn through arts & crafts, food activities, creative play, music and songs. These classes will teach fundamental skills (shapes, numbers, letters, colors, etc) and will challenge their gross and fine motor skills with or without the help of an adult. Join this fun, class led by 2 experienced moms and teachers.

With Adult 18mth - 2 1/2 yrs 10-10:45am

Big Kids 2 1/2 yrs - 4 yrs 11-11:45am

KARATE FUNDAMENTALS

Wednesdays: January 27; Last class March 17

5:45 - 6:45 PM 8 Weeks

Cost: $40. to Dave Smith/$10. to Glo. Twp.

Held at the Recreation Center

Come and learn the art of Karate with internationally certified black belt instructor, Dave Smith. The goals of this 8 week program are to develop physical fitness, self-discipline and self-confidence. Open to children in grades K-5. Loose-fitting clothing is suggested.

YOUTH ART LESSONS

Mondays: January 25; Last class March 22

4:30 - 5:30 PM 8 Weeks

Cost: $90. to Lori Masciangelo/$10. to Glo. Twp.

Held at Point Ariel Park Community Center

This class is designed for children with a serious interest in art. Children will learn how to create artwork in a variety of mediums both 2-D and 3-D. Colored pencil, pastels, paint, collage, and mask making are some of the various mediums that students will explore. Children of all experience levels are encouraged. This class is taught by a skilled and certified art teacher; providing personalized instruction to meet your child’s needs and interests. Supplies included in cost, but students are welcome to bring their personal art supplies as well. Please bring a drawing pad and pencil with you. Open to children ages 7-12.

SAT PREP COURSE

Thursdays 7-9pm 6 Weeks

Cost: $250 to Walt Kruc/$10 to Glo. Twp.

Held at Point Ariel Park Community Center

This course covers the Reading, Writing and Math sections of the SAT. In addition to the content curriculum, learn tips and techniques of how to beat the SAT at its own game, resulting in an increase in the student’s score. If your child experiences test anxiety or has difficulty using test prep books & prepackaged courses, this course provides an alternative. Princeton Review Book is included in cost. Open to HS grades 10th-12th.

March 13 SAT Session February 4 - March 11

May 1 SAT Session March 18 - April 22