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early childhood youth adult fitness wellness TABLE OF CONTENTS Registration Information 25 YOUTH Funtime Sports Ages 3-5 (Mondays) 2 ABC's & 123's with Yoga Ages 3-5 (Mondays) 2 Fitness Fun Ages 3-5 2 Dance & Kick Cardio Kids Ages 6-11 2 NEW - Beginner Baseball/Softball Ages 6-8 2 NEW - Sandlot Baseball/Softball Ages 9-12 3 NEW - Beginner Soccer Ages Ages 6-8 3 NEW - Open Soccer Ages Ages 9-12 3 ABC's & 123's with Yoga Ages 3-5 (Tuesdays) 3 Toddler, Tunes, & Tutus Ages 2 1/2-4 3 NEW - Rhythmic Gymnastics Ages 6-7 4 NEW - Open Volleyball Grades 2-6 4 Yoga Kids Ages 6-10 4 Funtime Sports Ages 3-5 (Thursdays) 4 Youth Arts & Crafts Ages 5-9 4 Arts & Crafts Ages 3-5 (Thursdays) 5 NEW - Open Basketball Grades 2-6 5 Twirl Time Boys & Girls Ages 5-17 5 Arts & Crafts Ages 3-5 (Fridays) 5 NEW - Capoeira Ages 7-11 5 NEW - Open Soccer Grades 2-6 6 NEW - Open Gym AM Ages 5-12 6 NEW - Open Gym PM Ages 5-12 6 QuickStart Tennis Ages 5-7 6 QuickStart Tennis Ages 8-11 6 Mixed Age Advanced Tennis Ages 8-11 7 Intro to Soccer Ages 4-5 7 Arts & Crafts Ages 4-5 7 Summer Playtime in the Park 7 NEW - Intro to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Ages 8-13 7 ADULTS Healing Power of Yoga 8 My Perfect Body 8 Cardio Mashup 8 Hatha Yoga Flow 8 Pilates on the Barre 8 Zumba 9 Mat Pilates 9 Cardio & Strength Interval Training 9 Balls and Bars 9 Pilates 9
ADULTS (Continued) Restorative Yoga 10 Hatha Yoga 10 Indoor Cycling (Evening) 10 Body Sculpting 10 empower Yoga (Wednesdays) 10 Yoga for the Joints 11 NEW - Pound 11 Total Body Conditioning 11 Indoor Cycling (Morning) 11 empower Yoga (Fridays) 12 Buti Yoga 12 NEW - Cornhole Tournaments in July 12 NEW - Cornhole Tournaments in August 12 Adult Tennis with Instructor Emmanuel 12-13 Crafts, Scrapbooking & Non-Fire Ceramics 13 Knitting - Intermediate Level 13 Sewing - Beginner & Intermediate Levels 13 Knitting - Beginner Level 13 SENIORS Walk & Tone 14 Line Dancing 14 Gentle cise 14 Exercise Class (Session 1) 15 Exercise Class (Session 2) 15 Zumba Gold 15 Tai Chi 15 Cardio Shape-Up 15 Helping Hands 16 Watercolor/ Pastels 16 Drawing 16 Cross Stitch 16 Latch Hook 16 Charcoal & Various Mediums 17 Creative Crafts 17 Acrylic Painting 17 Garden Club 17 Building Your Family Tree 17 Crochet 18 Quilting 18 Oil Painting 18 Memoir Writing 18 Multi-Cultural Doll Making 18 Summer Art Workshops 19-21 Special Events 22-23 senior fitness arts
early childhood youth Funtime Sports Ages 3-5 (Mondays) Children will learn the basics of soccer, basketball and t-ball while developing eye-hand coordination and gross motor skills in this high energy class. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Mondays March 26 - June 18 12 weeks 10:00 am - 10:45 am Note: No class May 28 ABC's & 123's with Yoga Ages 3-5 (Mondays) A w/out parent program designed for your child to experience the magic of learning ABC's & 123's with friends through dance, yoga, stories & songs. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Mondays March 26 - June 18 12 weeks 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm Note: No class May 28 Fitness Fun Ages 3-5 #1 cardio kickboxing party! Your children will get strong and feel great while having fun. High intensity workout to keep the children healthy and fit. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Mondays March 26 - June 18 12 weeks 1:15 pm - 2:00 pm Note: No class May 28 Dance & Kick Cardio Kids Ages 6-11 It's a cardio kickboxing dance party! Cardio kickboxing exercises, hip/hop, & Latin dance will inspire your child to stay fit & healthy. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Mondays March 26 - June 18 12 weeks 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm Note: No class May 28 New Class! Beginner Baseball/Softball Ages 6-8 Participants will learn the basics of baseball/softball. Glove required. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Mondays July 9 - August 27 8 weeks 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Flanagan Field. Rain location is Page 2 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
New Class! Sandlot Baseball/Softball Ages 9-12 Participants will develop basic baseball/softball skills. Glove required. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Mondays July 9 - August 27 8 weeks 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Location: Flanagan Field. Rain location is New Class! Beginner Soccer Ages Ages 6-8 Participants will learn the basics of soccer. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Tuesdays July 10 - August 28 8 weeks 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Flanagan Field. Rain location is New Class! Open Soccer Ages Ages 9-12 Participants will develop basic soccer skills. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Tuesdays July 10 - August 28 8 weeks 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Location: Flanagan Field. Rain location is ABC's & 123's with Yoga Ages 3-5 (Tuesdays) A w/out parent program designed for your child to experience the magic of learning ABC's & 123's with friends through dance, yoga..stories & songs. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Tuesdays March 27 - June 19 13 weeks 9:00 am - 9:45 am Toddler, Tunes, & Tutus Ages 2 ½ - 4 Imagination, music, dance, instruments, leaping and joy. A stress free environment for your toddler to become aware of their bodies through movement. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Tuesdays March 27 - June 19 13 weeks 11:00 am - 11:45 am early childhood youth Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 3
early childhood youth New Class! Rhythmic Gymnastics Ages 6-7 Registrants will learn basic acrobatic skills, develop strength, flexibility, and coordination. This program involves floor, ribbon, ball, hoop, and jump rope exercises. Dress code requirements: gymnastics leotard and ballet shoes. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Tamara Meets Tuesdays March 27 - June 19 13 weeks 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm Location: Main Gym New Class! Open Volleyball Grades 2-6 Children will learn the fundamentals of teamwork and sportsmanship in this introductory volleyball program. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Tuesdays March 27 - June 19 13 weeks 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Mini Gym Yoga Kids Ages 6-10 This class combines dancing, kickboxing and active body movement to upbeat music. Help your children get healthy and fit, while having fun! $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Wednesdays March 28 - June 20 13 weeks 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm Funtime Sports Ages 3-5 (Thursdays) Children will learn the basics of soccer, basketball and t-ball while developing eye-hand coordination and gross motor skills in this high energy class. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Thursdays March 29 - June 21 12 weeks 10:00 am - 10:45 am Note: No class April 19 Youth Arts & Crafts Ages 5-9 Children will learn the basics of arts and crafts while doing simple projects. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Thursdays March 29 - June 21 12 weeks 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm Note: No class April 19 Page 4 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Arts & Crafts Ages 3-5 (Thursdays) Children will learn the basics of arts and crafts while doing simple projects. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Thursdays March 29 - June 21 12 weeks 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Note: No class April 19 New Class! Open Basketball Grades 2-6 Children will learn the fundamentals of teamwork and sportsmanship in this introductory basketball program. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Thursdays March 29 - June 21 10 weeks 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Note: No class April 19, April 26 & May 24 Twirl Time Boys & Girls Ages 5-17 A beginner level class that combines the skills of baton twirling with the fun of dance. Participants will improve their eye-hand coordination and spatial awareness while building strength, grace, flexibility and positive self-esteem. Weekly lessons focus on building skills and technique, culminating with performances at the annual Twirling Exhibition Night and 's Memorial Day Parade. $20 Residents Meets Thursdays February 15 - May 17 13 weeks 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Note: No class April 19 Arts & Crafts Ages 3-5 (Fridays) Children will learn the basics of arts and crafts while doing simple projects. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Fridays April 6 - June 15 9 weeks 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm Note: No class April 20 & May 25 New Class! Capoeira Ages 7-11 Participants will create learn the Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Fridays June 1 - August 24 12 weeks 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm early childhood youth Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 5
early childhood youth New Class! Open Soccer Grades 2-6 Children will learn the fundamentals of teamwork and sportsmanship in this introductory soccer program. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Fridays April 6 - June 29 9 weeks 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Note: No class April 20, 27 & May 4 New Class! Open Gym AM Ages 5-12 Children will learn the fundamentals of soccer and basketball in an open gym environment. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Saturdays July 7 - August 25 8 weeks 9:00 am - 11:00 am New Class! Open Gym PM Ages 5-12 Children will learn the fundamentals of soccer and basketball in an open gym environment. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Meets Saturdays July 7 - August 25 8 weeks 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm QuickStart Tennis Ages 5-7 The official format for youth tennis in America today, this USTA program gets kids playing from the very first lesson! $30 Residents/$40 Non Residents Instructor: Emmanuel Meets Saturdays April 21 - September 8 21 weeks 9:15 am - 10:15 am Location: Berzinec Park Tennis Courts QuickStart Tennis Ages 8-11 The official format for youth tennis in America today, this USTA program gets kids playing from the very first lesson! $30 Residents/$40 Non Residents Instructor: Emmanuel Meets Saturdays April 21 - September 8 21 weeks 10:30 am - 11:30 am Location: Berzinec Park Tennis Courts Page 6 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Mixed Age Advanced Tennis Ages 8-11 Requires instructor referral. Register in person at the only. $30 Residents/$40 Non Residents Instructor: Emmanuel Meets Saturdays April 21 - September 8 21 weeks 11:45 am - 12:45 pm Location: Berzinec Park Tennis Courts Intro to Soccer Ages 4-5 Students will learn the basics of soccer. Space is limited to 10 students. $15 Residents/$25 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Wednesdays June 27 - August 8 6 weeks 9:15 am - 10:00 am Note: No class July 4 Location: Hart Street Park. Rain location is Arts & Crafts Ages 4-5 Students will learn the basics of arts & crafts while doing simple projects. $15 Residents/$25 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Wednesdays June 27 - August 8 6 weeks 10:15 am - 11:00 am Note: No class July 4 Location: Hart Street Park. Rain location is Summer Playtime in the Park Ages 5-12 Come play with us this summer at Greenfield (Madison Ave) Park! Children enjoy arts & crafts, games, sports, events and more. Supervision provided. Children must bring their own lunch. $25 Residents Meets Monday - Friday July 5 - August 17 7 weeks 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Note: Program starts Thursday July 5 Location: Madison Ave Park, weather permitting New Class! Intro to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Ages 8-13 Learn the basics of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu including self-defense, ground-work, body control and more. This beginner program will gradually build up your endurance, flexibility, core strength, hip movement, and self confidence. summer $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents fun Meets Saturdays May 19 - June 30 6 weeks 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Note: No class May 26 early childhood youth Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 7
adult fitness wellness Healing Power of Yoga Learn how to use ancient techniques and yoga to heal all aches and pains throughout the body including insomnia. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Tamara Meets Mondays March 26 - August 27 22 weeks 8:00 am - 9:00 am Note: No class May 28 My Perfect Body An incorporation of yoga, Pilates and ballet, plus MELT Method to strengthen the entire body and get rid of stiffness, irritation and aches. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Tamara Meets Mondays March 26 - August 27 22 weeks 9:00 am - 10:00 am Note: No class May 28 Cardio Mashup Add a little rhythm to your workout with this fun class that combines low impact aerobics and toning with a drum beat! $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Mondays March 26 - August 27 21 weeks 10:15 am - 11:00 am Note: No class May 21 & 28 Hatha Yoga Flow A yoga system of physical exercise and breathing control. $60 Residents/$70 Non Residents Instructor: Stacy Meets Mondays March 26 - June 18 12 weeks 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Note: No class May 28 Pilates on the Barre An energizing and targeted workout, using the barre and exercise equipment to sculpt, slim, strengthen, tone and stretch the entire body with emphasis on the legs, glutes and core muscles. $70 Residents/$80 Non Residents Instructor: Stephanie Meets Mondays March 26 - August 27 22 weeks 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Note: No class May 28 & July 23 Page 8 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Zumba Work up a sweat while dancing to upbeat latin dance music everyone loves! $70 Residents/$80 Non Residents Instructor: Stephanie Meets Mondays March 26 - August 27 22 weeks 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Note: No class May 28 & July 23 Mat Pilates A mat-based class designed to improve flexibility, strength, balance, and inner awareness. In addition to the mat work, a short cardio warm up will be done at the beginning of each class. $60 Residents/$70 Non Residents Instructor: Tara Meets Tuesdays March 27 - June 26 14 weeks 9:00 am - 10:00 am Cardio & Strength Interval Training Burn calories and fat, reduce stress while you strengthen and tone muscles. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 28 22 weeks 10:15 am - 11:00 am Note: No class May 22 Balls and Bars Work up a serious sweat while gaining muscle tone, flexibility and confidence! $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Mary Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 28 22 weeks 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Note: No class July 3 Pilates Raise your heart rate as you sculpt your body with pilates on the mat. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Mary Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 28 22 weeks 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Note: No class July 3 adult fitness wellness Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 9
Restorative Yoga This type of yoga is designed to cultivate physical ease and mental calm. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Tamara Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 28 22 weeks 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm Note: No class July 3 Hatha Yoga In this class you'll learn about centering of the breath and body - aligning the physical and mental by practicing stillness or gentle movement for extended periods of time. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Stacy Meets Wednesdays March 28 - August 29 22 weeks 9:00 am - 10:30 am Note: No class July 4 adult fitness wellness Indoor Cycling (Evening) Burn calories by taking the ride of your life without leaving! Bring a water bottle and a towel. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Tara Meets Wednesdays March 28 - August 29 22 weeks 4:45 pm - 5:40 pm Note: No class July 4 Body Sculpting A resistance training workout that will strengthen and tone every single muscle in your body. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Tara Meets Wednesdays March 28 - August 29 22 weeks 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm Note: No class July 4 empower Yoga (Wednesdays) This class combines a variety of yoga practices to awaken and redefine yourself through movement, music, mantra, meditation, and breath! $60 Residents/$70 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Wednesdays March 28 - June 27 14 weeks 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm Page 10 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Yoga for the Joints Through one of the oldest practices of Hatha Yoga, students will learn particular movements which help to lubricate the joints of the body and strengthen them at the same time. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Tamara Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 30 23 weeks 8:00 am - 9:00 am Total Body Blast Total body work out to sculpt and tone arms, legs, thighs & abs by doing the exercises at the barre and on the mat. Ballet experience is not required. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Tamara Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 30 23 weeks 9:00 am - 10:00 am New Class! Pound Channel your inner rockstar with this full-body cardio jam session of a workout inspired by drumming. Using Ripstix, lightly weighted exercise drumsticks, torch calories and tone while rocking out to your favorite music. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Thursdays March 29 - May 17 8 weeks 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Note: No class May 24 Total Body Conditioning Strength training using weights, body bars, and balls. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 30 23 weeks 10:15 am - 11:00 am Note: No class May 24 Indoor Cycling (Morning) Burn calories by taking the ride of your life without leaving! Bring a water bottle and towel. $65 Residents/$75 Non Residents Instructor: Stephanie Meets Fridays April 6 - August 31 18 weeks 8:00 am - 8:50 am Note: No class July 20 adult fitness wellness Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 11
empower Yoga (Fridays) This class combines a variety of yoga practices to awaken and redefine yourself through movement, music, mantra, meditation, and breath! $60 Residents/$70 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Fridays April 6 - June 22 11 weeks 8:45 am - 9:45 am Note: No class April 13 Buti Yoga This class is a fusion of yoga, plyometrics and tribal dance. $76 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Jennifer Meets Fridays April 6 - August 31 20 weeks 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm Note: No class April 13 & 20 adult fitness wellness New Class! Cornhole Tournaments in July Teams that register will gain entry into four separate bean bag toss lawn game tournaments in July. Two players needed per one registration. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Meets Saturdays July 7, 14, 21, 28 4 weeks 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: City Hall Plaza New Class! Cornhole Tournaments in August Teams that register will gain entry into four separate bean bag toss lawn game tournaments in August. Two players needed per one registration. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Meets Saturdays August 4, 11, 18, 25 4 weeks 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: City Hall Plaza Adult Tennis with Instructor Emmanuel Location: Berzinec Park Tennis Courts. Beginner $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Meets Mondays April 16 - August 27 19 weeks 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Note: No class May 28 Page 12 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Intermediate $150 Residents/$160 Non Residents Meets Tuesdays April 17 - August 28 20 weeks 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Advanced $150 Residents/$160 Non Residents Meets Thursdays April 19 - August 30 20 weeks 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Beginner $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Meets Saturdays April 21 - September 8 21 weeks 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Crafts, Scrapbooking & Non-Fire Ceramics Bring your own albums and pictures to create a beautiful scrapbook. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Mondays March 26 - August 27 22 weeks 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Note: No class May 28 Knitting - Intermediate Level New students should bring wooden (bamboo) short (9") US #8 knitting needles. No plastic or metal. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Linda Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 28 22 weeks 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Note: No class July 3 Location: Senior Annex Sewing - Beginner & Intermediate Levels Students must bring their own sewing machines. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Linda Meets Wednesdays March 28 - August 29 22 weeks 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Note: No class July 4 Location: Senior Annex Knitting - Beginner Level New students should bring wooden (bamboo) short (9") US #8 knitting needles. No plastic or metal. $75 Residents/$85 Non Residents Instructor: Linda Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 30 23 weeks 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Senior Annex adult fitness arts Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 13
Registration will start Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 9:00am at the Senior for residents 62+ and Thursday, March 8, 2018 for residents under the age of 62 and non-residents. Classes are $5 for seniors Classes held twice a week (Line Dancing, Exercise, and Tai-Chi) require one payment of $5. All senior classes will be held at the Senior, 1306 Esterbrook Avenue senior arts, crafts social All Senior Fitness and Arts programs Senior Walk & Tone This class will gradually build up to a one mile walk and includes strength training. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Mondays March 26 - August 20 21 weeks 9:00 am - 9:45 am Note: No class May 21 & 28 Line Dancing This dance class is fun, social, a good form of exercise and you don t need a partner. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Sari Meets Mondays & Fridays March 26 - August 24 22 weeks 10:00 am - 11:00 am Note: No class March 30 & May 28 Gentle cise A gentle exercise program that uses activities to increase joint flexibility, balance, muscle strength and improve overall stamina. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Mondays March 26 - August 20 21 weeks 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Note: No class May 21 & 28 Location: Page 14 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Exercise Class (Session 1) A total body workout combining low impact aerobics, light weights and resistance bands. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Debbie Meets Tuesdays & Thursdays March 27 - August 23 22 weeks 9:15 am - 10:00 am Note: No class May 22 & 24 Exercise Class (Session 2) A total body workout combining low impact aerobics, light weights and dance. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Tracey Meets Tuesdays & Thursdays March 27 - August 23 22 weeks 10:15 am - 11:00 am Zumba Gold A fun Latin dance class that provides an easy-to-follow, total body workout aimed at improving cardiovascular strength. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sari Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 21 22 weeks 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Tai Chi Unify the mind and body in a moving meditation of graceful steps designed to increase personal harmony and balance. $35 Residents/$45 Non Residents Instructor: Thomas Meets Wednesdays & Fridays March 28 - August 24 22 weeks 10:30 am - 11:30 am Note: No class March 30 & July 4 Location: Cardio Shape-Up An easy to follow cardiovascular workout with balance and weight bearing moves. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sari Meets Fridays April 6 - August 24 21 weeks 9:00 am - 9:45 am senior arts, crafts social All Senior Fitness and Arts programs Senior Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 15
senior arts, crafts social All Senior Fitness and Arts programs Senior Helping Hands An informal meeting of people who enjoy crocheting or knitting and would like to donate the finished project to a worthy cause. FREE Instructor: Sharon Meets Mondays March 26 - August 6 19 weeks 10:00 am - 11:30 am Note: No class May 28 Location: Senior Annex Watercolor/ Pastels Discover that watercolor painting is a relaxing and fun way to explore your creativity. Learn about color, design, materials and techniques. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Instructor: Laura Meets Mondays March 26 - August 20 21 weeks 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 12:15 pm - 1:45 pm Note: No class May 28 Drawing Learn basic principles of line, value, texture and other elements and techniques taught through short exercises and projects. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Instructor: Laura Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 21 22 weeks 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Cross Stitch Work on different projects while learning needlework skills from beginner to advanced. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sharon Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 21 22 weeks 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: Senior Annex Latch Hook Learn how to latch hook a pillow or wall hanging in this easy to learn craft class. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sharon Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 21 22 weeks 11:15 am - 12:45 pm Location: Senior Annex Page 16 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Charcoal & Various Mediums We will explore the elements of art through the use of charcoal and pastels. A portion of the semester will be devoted to 3D works of art. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Instructor: Laura Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 21 22 weeks 12:45 pm - 2:15 pm Creative Crafts In this class you will have a hands-on art and crafts experience with a variety of different projects. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sandy Meets Wednesdays March 28 - June 20 13 weeks 10:00 am - 11:00 am Acrylic Painting Explore the fundamentals of painting, color and design. All levels of experience and abilities are welcome, Beginners are encouraged to join. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Instructor: Laura Meets Wednesdays March 28 - August 22 21 weeks 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Note: No class July 4 & August 8 Garden Club This fun, informal class will work outside on a garden during the Spring and Fall and meet in the winter to swap garden ideas and recipes. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sharon Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 23 22 weeks 9:00 am - 10:00 am Location: Senior Annex Building Your Family Tree Build your family tree, while learning about your ancestry. Basic computer skills recommended. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Mary Meets Tuesdays March 27 - August 21 22 weeks 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Public library senior arts, crafts social All Senior Fitness and Arts programs Senior Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 17
senior arts, crafts social All Senior Fitness and Arts programs Senior Crochet If you are a beginner, learn the basic building blocks of crochet or build on the skills you already have. Share and learn new stitches and patterns. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sharon Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 23 22 weeks 10:15 am - 11:45 am Location: Senior Annex Quilting Work on your own project at your own pace with guidance along the way. This class is for the beginner to advanced quilter. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Sharon Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 23 22 weeks 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Location - Senior Annex Oil Painting Explore the creative aspects of painting with oils. Learn about color, composition and brushwork while expressing your personal style. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Instructor: Janice Meets Thursdays March 29 - August 23 22 weeks 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Memoir Writing Everyone has a story to tell. Write or share short memoirs with the class. This class will help you put your memories into words. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Mary Meets Fridays April 6 - August 24 21 weeks 10:00 am - 11:30 am Note: No class April 27 Multi-Cultural Doll Making Use materials that have outlived their purpose to create your own one of a kind dolls. $25 Residents/$35 Non Residents Instructor: Thelma Meets Fridays April 6 - August 24 21 weeks 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Note: No class April 27 Page 18 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Kids Summer Art Workshops Ages 6-11 Each week during the last two weeks of July and the first 3 weeks of August the presents a series of five-day workshops for Children in 5 different subjects: Drawing, painting, sculpture, cartooning, and art story. Each class is 90 minutes daily. Classes in each subject will run Monday through Friday during specified program weeks. The fee for each one-week class for children (ages 6-11) is $40 for residents and $50 for non residents. Drawing Learning to draw is the basis for making many kinds of art. In these one-week sessions children will work with pencil, charcoal, pastel and ink to create original pictures from still-life, pictures and their imagination! $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Meets Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 10:30 am Week 1 July 16 - July 20 Week 2 July 23 - July 27 Week 3 July 30 - August 3 Week 4 August 6 - August 10 Week 5 August 13 - August 17 Painting Learn to paint and use color! Children will create original pictures from observation and photos, learn several techniques used by master artists and get an introduction into use of color as they create original works of art. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Meets Monday - Friday 10:45 am - 12:15 pm Week 1 July 16 - July 20 Week 2 July 23 - July 27 Week 3 July 30 - August 3 Week 4 August 6 - August 10 Week 5 August 13 - August 17 kids summer art workshops Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 19
Sculpture Explore the art of creating in 3-D! Working with wood, cardboard and clay, each child will create free-standing or wall hanging sculpture by learning about design and composition of forms in space. Create a statue, an abstract artwork and other 3-D pieces of art. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Meets Monday - Friday 12:45 pm - 2:15 pm Week 1 July 16 - July 20 Week 2 July 23 - July 27 Week 3 July 30 - August 3 Week 4 August 6 - August 10 Week 5 August 13 - August 17 kids summer art workshops Create an Art Story Invent and illustrate a story, fairy tale or favorite movie using a variety of art-making techniques. Students recreate the characters, setting, and objects in the story using paint, markers, and paper maché, and present their art story to their classmates. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Meets Monday - Friday 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Week 1 July 16 - July 20 Week 2 July 23 - July 27 Cartooning Learn the basics of creating comic-style characters and scenes like professional cartoonists. Telling a simple story in pictures and creating a comic panel or comic strip page will be projects in these classes. $40 Residents/$50 Non Residents Meets Mondays - Fridays 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm Week 3 July 30 - August 3 Week 4 August 6 - August 10 create Page 20 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Teens Summer Art Workshops Ages 12-16 For Teens (ages 12-16) we offer 4 weeks of five-day classes in Manga Cartooning, Painting, and Sculpture. Each class is two hours daily. The fee for each one-week class for teens is $50 for Residents and $60 for non residents. Japanese Manga Cartooning Teens learn to draw in the Manga style, used in the most popular comics and cartoons today. Create comic panels, tell a story in pictures, draw your favorite characters or create your own! $50 Residents/$60 Non Residents Meets Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 11:00 am Week 1 July 16 - July 20 Week 2 July 23 - July 27 Week 3 July 30 - August 3 Week 4 August 6 - August 10 Acrylic Painting Learn the basics of painting with acrylics. Classes cover the use of color, line, form, and composition to create original still-life, landscape or fantasy paintings. $50 Residents/$60 Non Residents Meets Monday - Friday 11:15 am - 1:15 pm Week 1 July 16 - July 20 Week 2 July 23 - July 27 Week 3 July 30 - August 3 Week 4 August 6 - August 10 Sculpture 3-D Art Working with wood, cardboard, and found materials, teens will create sculpture by learning about design and composition of forms in space. Create a statue, an abstract artwork and other 3-D pieces of art. $50 Residents/$60 Non Residents Meets Monday - Friday 1:45 pm - 3:45 pm Week 1 July 16 - July 20 Week 2 July 23 - July 27 Week 3 July 30 - August 3 Week 4 August 6 - August 10 teens summer art workshops Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 21
spring/ summer special events 2018 Spring and Summer Special Events Ready Set Glow 5k Night Race Ages 7 and older Runners and walkers of all speeds are encouraged to decorate themselves in light-up costumes and participate in this annual glow in the dark 5k run starting at 8:45 pm in front of City Hall. $25 Residents & Non Residents Thursday, May 24 Pre Race Glitter Bug Party 6:30 pm Costume Contest 8:00 pm Race Start 8:45 pm Register at www.readysetglowrace.com Location: City Hall Plaza Note: Inclement weather date is Thursday, May 31 Farmers Market Stop by the Train Station Plaza on Thursdays starting May 31 between 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm to shop for fresh products from local farms and bakeries. Special parking allowances for shoppers! Park in the parking deck on Lewis St or pull into the drop off section for up to 20 minutes. Thursdays May 31 - November 15 Story Time on the Go The Arts and Business Partnership in collaboration with the Public Library, the and the City of invite you to Story Time on the Go! Bring your children over to the Train Station Plaza and have them listen to a story read by one of our guest readers from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Thursdays Beginning May 31 Hart Street Park Picnic Rentals Saturday and Sunday Hart Street Park rentals are available from May 5 until September 30th. $175 Residents Only Saturdays and Sundays May 5 - September 30 enjoy 21 weeks 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Registration in person only at the. Note: $100 security deposit required Page 22 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
Big Thursday Nights Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and the City Council proudly present Big Thursday Nights! Join your friends, family and local businesses for local and FREE FUN. Beginning in June, the City presents Big Thursday Nights at the Train Station, followed by outdoor movies on City Hall Plaza in July, and then finishing up the Summer with the exceptional Mayor's Summer Concert Series in August! Big Thursday Nights in June All are welcome to dine, drink, and DANCE on Big Thursday s in June! Starting at 6:30 pm each week, the Train Station Plaza becomes engulfed with colorful decor, dazzling dance performances, both live & dj music and exciting regional food selections. Each week will also include free salsa dance lessons. Movies on the Plaza Thursday Nights in July Come out Thursdays in July to enjoy FREE outdoor movies on City Hall Plaza. Activities begin at 7:30 pm followed by the start of the movie around 8:15 pm. Mayor's Concert Series 2018 Thursday Nights in August Join Mayor Raymond A. Giacobbe and all music lovers this August for FREE weekly concerts in! Each week brings exciting talent to the mobile outdoor stage in front of the Union County Performing Art, 1601 Irving St. starting at 7:30 pm. Inclement weather location will be inside the theater. spring/ summer special events 8/2 - VOICEPLAY Opener: Day One 8/9 - Steel Union and Shotgun Wedding 8/16 - Brother Josephus/Love Revolution Opener: participate Taye McQueen 8/23 - Sheila E Opener: Miss Ohio Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 23
2018 Youth Organizations Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading Season: Fall www.rahwaychiefs.com Wrestling Season: Winter www.rahwayrecreation.com Debutante and Knights Twirl Team Season: Winter www.rahwayrecreation.com youth organizations P.A.L Basketball Season: Winter www.rahwaypal.com P.A.L Baseball/Softball Season: Spring www.rahwaypal.com Youth Soccer Association Season: Fall and Spring www.rahwayyouthsoccer.njyslive.com Youth Flag Rugby Season: Summer www.mudturtlerfc.com/clubs/youthflag/rahway enjoy Page 24 www.cityofrahway.com Rec Spring/Summer 2018
REGISTRATION INFORMATION. The online pre-registration period for programs begins Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at 9:00 am for select programs. The full registration period for programs begins Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 9:00 am.you may register in person at the Monday through Thursday from 8:30 am to 8:00 pm and Fridays from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Registration fees are payable by check, money order or credit/debit card only. You may also register online with Visa/Mastercard at www.cityofrahway.com. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Telephone and/or fax registrations are not accepted under any circumstances. Individuals of all ages may participate in Senior Services programs. residents who are age 62 and older may register beginning at 9:00 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. Residents under the age of 62 and those who live out of town may register beginning Thursday, March 8, 2018. Those under the age of 62 and out of town residents pay the fully advertised price, while Seniors pay only $5 each for most programs. Classes held twice a week, such as Line Dancing, Exercise and Tai Chi, will only require one payment of $5.00 for Seniors. RECREATION CENTER INFORMATION POLICIES. PROGRAMS, DATES FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Pursuant to local ordinance, fees are charged for registration in programs. Fees are based on the operating costs of the program. The use of fees allows those who benefit directly from a program to help pay for that program s cost. NOTE: FEES ARE BASED ON 15 CLASSES PER SESSION. IF AT LEAST 15 CLASSES PER SESSION ARE HELD, MISSED CLASSES MAY NOT BE MADE UP. Most programs are open to both residents and non-residents and proof of residency (driver s license, tax bill, utility bill or lease with a address) may be required. This may include children of taxpayers or those who receive regular daily care from a relative who is a resident. If enrollment is premised upon regular daily care of a child by a relative who is a resident, a sworn statement affirming the relationship and care arrangement from the parent or guardian of the child enrolled may be required. residents who are 62 or older on the date of registration may enroll in any program for a fee of $5 per session. Non-residents senior citizens must pay the published non-resident program fee. Participants must meet the required age or grade level as specified in the program description at the time of registration. When registering your child for the first time for any program, a copy of the birth certificate may be required. Any person found participating in a program in which he or she has not been properly registered will be ejected from the activity. Falsification of information is grounds for removal from the program without reimbursement of the fee. INSURANCE The City of does not provide primary or supplemental medical insurance coverage. Each program participant assumes responsibility for his or her own medical treatment if required. CANCELLATIONS REFUNDS All programs require a minimum enrollment. Full refunds will be issued in the event of program cancellation. Requests for refunds must be made in person at the office and will be granted for medical reasons only or due to extenuating circumstances as determined by the staff. If the schools are closed for inclement weather, all children s day and evening classes may be canceled. Adult programs may also be canceled due to inclement weather or other causes which may affect the health, safety or welfare of the participants as determined by the staff. Whenever possible, participants will be notified of class cancellations by email and/or telephone. Cancellations and closures will also be posted on the and City of Facebook pages. Spring/Summer 2018 Rec www.cityofrahway.com Page 25
There is no membership fee for the, although select class fees may apply. The following information applies solely to the Fitness : Fitness Membership is limited to residents only or those who own a business or work in. Fitness members may access the facility during posted hours of operation only. HOURS: MONDAY FRIDAY: 7 AM - 9 PM SATURDAYS: 8 AM - 1 PM Closed on Sundays and all legal holidays FITNESS CENTER MEMBERSHIP FEES: Ages 18 49*: $100 per year Ages 50* and up: $45 per year *By the date of enrollment. Proof of residency or employment is required. Register in person with check, money order or credit/debit card (VISA/MC). For more Information please visit us online at www.cityofrahway.com 3 City Hall Plaza, NJ 07065 (732) 669-3600