BRISTOL PARKS & RECREATION 111 North Main St. Bristol, CT 06010 2nd Floor City Hall www.bristolrec.com 860.584.6160 A Lifetime Experience 2014 SUMMER BROCHURE Registration Begins May 27, 2014 Register online at www.bristolrec.com, in person at the Parks and Recreation Office Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm, or over the phone with a credit card at 860.584.6160. Little Explorers Camp (3-5yrs) 6/30-7/04: Red, White and Blue Stars Forever Week 7/07-7/11: Up, Up, and Away Week 7/14-7/18: Creation, Creation, Spectacular Imagination Week 7/21-7/25: Magical Mystery Week 7/28-8/01: Let s Get Wet- Water Week 8/04-8/08: Picasso Painting Party Week 8/11-8/15: Creatures of the Great Outdoors Week Summer FUN Camp (6-13yrs) 6/30-7/04: Here Come s The Circus Week 7/07-7/11: Soaring High Up In The Sky Week 7/14-7/18: Ultimate Sports Spectacular Week 7/21-7/25: Show Off Your Talent: Super Star Week 7/28-8/01: Keeping It Cool Arctic Waters Week 8/04-8/08: The Wonderfully Whacky Science-tastic Week 8/11-8/15: The Great Adventure Week Muzzy Field s 100th Anniversary will be celebrated with a two day extravaganza at Rockwell Park on Friday July 4th and Saturday July 5th from 10am-9pm. There will be carnival rides, games, crafts, sports, food and drink vendors, displays, and entertainment for the whole family. A concert will be held in Muzzy Field and will require a $25 donation at the door benefiting the Reach Foundation. Teen Adventure Camp (12-15yrs) The evening will conclude with breath taking fireworks! 7/01-7/03: Ticket 2 Ride Week 7/08-7/10: Soaring Week 7/15-7/17: Empower Week 7/22-7/24: Discover Week 7/29-7/31: Last Splash Water Week
SUMMER Little Explorers Camp (3-5yrs) Available to Bristol youth ages 3-5 (must be fully potty trained). Our program provides a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children to make new friends, enjoy new activities, create works of art, and experience age-appropriate independence. (includes t-shirt) Camp is held at Mt. View School Monday through Friday June 30th-August 15th (no program on July 4th). The program is available in either AM Session (9am-12pm) or PM Session (12:30-3:30pm). ENTERTAINMENT AND FIELD TRIPS Week 1: The Art Truck & Sparky s Puppets Week 2: Airborne Jugglers & Jump N Jammin Week 3: Imagination Museum & Fun with Ms. Tiffany Week 4: Magic Show with Jim & Fun with Ms. Tiffany Week 5: Dunphy s Ice Cream Cupcakes & Splash Park Week 6: Cure for the Common Show & The Art Truck Week 7: Curious Creatures & Splash Park Full Theme Calendar available at BristolRec.com Teen Adventure Travel Camp (12-15yrs) Available to Bristol youth ages 12-15. Travel camp is intended to engage teens with weekly excursions and entertainment. Campers arrive at Stafford School at 9am and will be transported to a new trip each day. (includes t-shirt) The program meets 3 times a week on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday throughout the month of July. Participants may register for the entire summer or by the week. ENTERTAINMENT AND FIELD TRIPS $45/week Week 1: Farmington River Tubing & Quassy Amusement Week 2: New England Air Museum & Flight Trampoline Week 3: Empower Zip Lining & Sports Center CT Week 4: CT Science Center & Brownstone Park Week 5: Hammonassett Beach & CoCo Key Water Resort $85/week MAD SCIENCE CAMPS Jr. Scientists Fun Lab (4-6yrs) Toddlers will delve into the world of science with hands on exploration of chemical reactions and the tools scientists use in their labs. Projects will be presented in a fun and age appropriate manner. Monday-Thursday July 21st-24th from 1-4pm at Page Park Pavilion. $115 Secret Agent Laboratory (6-12yrs) Develop your special agent and detective skills in this hands-on week of fun! Secret agents-in-training will work with spy gadgets and use awesome science and technology tools for forensic Crime Science Investigation (CSI). Monday-Thursday July 7th-10th from 1-4pm at Page Park Pavilion. $115 Red Hot Robots (8-12yrs) Explore the fascinating world of robotics and machines! Children will construct their own robots and gain a working knowledge of circuits, wheels, gears, and sensors. Campers will build motorized robots to take home with them. Monday-Thursday July 28th-31st from 1-4pm at Page Park Pavilion. (includes robot kit) $135
CAMPS ACTING & DANCE CAMP Performing Arts Camp (6-12yrs) Bring out your child s inner star! Specialized program for children 6-12yrs to receive professional training in acting and dance. Class is fun, intensive and high-energy. The program concludes with a performance/show for family and friends on the last day. Monday-Friday July 14th-18th from 9am-2:30pm at Bristol Central High School Auditorium. $200 Summer FUN Camp (6-13yrs) Available to Bristol youth ages 6-13. Summer camp is the perfect opportunity for youth to participate in a variety of activities, learn new skills, make new friends, and create memories that last a lifetime! Each week your camper will have the opportunity to participate in organized games, sports, and arts & crafts. There will be daily swimming, weekly visits to Spare Time for bowling and laser tag, as well as special field trips and entertainment. (includes t-shirt) Camp is held at Stafford School rain or shine Monday through Friday 9am-3pm June 30th-August 15th (no program on July 4th). ENTERTAINMENT AND FIELD TRIPS Week 1: Campardy & Quassy Amusement Park Week 2: Airborne Jugglers & Flight Trampoline Park Week 3: Big Daddy Racing & New Britain Rock Cats Week 4: Magic of Jim & The Simon Sez Show at SCSU Week 5: Ice Cream, Carnival & CoCo Key Resort Week 6: Magic of Science & CT Science Center Week 7: Curious Creatures & Nomads Adventure Quest Full Theme Calendar available at BristolRec.com $65/week ADA AND SPECIAL ACCOMODATIONS The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to ensuring equal access to all programs, activities and facilities - each pool has an ADA approved lift to grant access to everyone. If your child requires special accommodations to participate in our programs please contact Joshua Medeiros, Recreation Coordinator at joshuamedeiros@ci.bristol.ct.us or 860-584-6160. Please allow at least two weeks notice for proper accommodations to be made. PARKS & RECREATION ADMINISTRATION Ed Swicklas Superintendent of Parks and Recreation John Timm Assistant Superintendent of Parks Joshua T. Medeiros Recreation Coordinator Jessie Petroka Aquatics Supervisor Carmela Nocera Parks Office Coordinator Taylor Darby Office Assistant Parks and Recreation Main Office: 860-584-6160 Dennis Malone Aquatics Center: 860-584-3837 For commonly requested phone numbers of various sports groups in town please visit: https://www.bristolrec.com/info/dept
Summer Sports Camp SPORTS CAMPS Sandlot Baseball (9-12yrs) Program includes a mix of instruction and game play. This year s program will be run by Steve Gaudet with assistance from local high school players. Camp is held at McCabe Waters Little League on June 23rd - July 3rd Monday-Thursday from 9:30-11:30am. (includes t-shirt) Youth Basketball Clinic (8-14yrs) Students will work with Coach Joe DeFillippi to improve basketball skills. Clinic includes both instruction and gameplay - grouped by age and ability. Program meets at Chippens Hill Middle School Gym July 7th-10th from 1-3pm. (includes t-shirt) Boys Basketball League (13-17yrs) Games are held on Mondays and Wednesdays June 30th- August 6th at Rockwell Park outdoor basketball court from 9:30-11:30am. Program is led by Coach Joe DeFillippi and is a way to stay active, make friends, and have a good time on the court! $35 Youth Soccer Camp (7-14yrs) Participants will learn and practice soccer skills including trapping, passing, shooting, dribbling, and goalie techniques. Half and full field matches will be held. Camp is held Monday-Thursday August 4th- August 7th from 4-6pm at Rockwell Park soccer field. (includes t-shirt) High School Soccer Camp (13-17yrs) This co-ed soccer camp is designed for youth entering 9th through 12th grade. The program will feature instruction of soccer skills and organized game play. Camp runs August 11th - August 15th from 5-7pm at Bristol Eastern High School field. (includes t-shirt) Skyhawks Soccer Camp (4-6yrs) Designed for beginner and intermediate players, this camp focuses on dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control. Teamwork, sportsmanship, making new friends, and improved sport skills are the focus of the program. Class meets at Chippens Hill Middle School Gym July 28- August 1 from 5:30-7pm. Campers are asked to bring shin guards and sneakers/soccer cleats. $70 (includes t-shirt, ball, merit award) Skyhawks Basketball Camp (5-7yrs) This fun, skill-intensive program is designed with the beginning to intermediate player in mind. Our basketball staff will focus on respect, teamwork, and responsibility, starting each class with a skill of the day and progressing into drills and games. Program meets at Chippens Hill Middle School Gym July 14- July 18 from 5-7pm. $75 (includes t-shirt, ball, merit award) Skyhawks Starting New at Golf (5-8yrs) Camp focuses on building the confidence of young athletes by teaching proper technique, the fundamentals of form, swinging, putting, and body positioning. Developed by PGA professionals, SNAG is specifically designed for the entry-level player. All equipment is provided. Program meets at Chippens Hill Middle School Gym June 30th-July 3rd from 9am-noon. $89 (includes t-shirt, merit award) Skyhawks Flag Football Camp (7-12yrs) Camp focuses on the core components of passing, catching, and de-flagging or defensive positioning. Recommended for beginning to intermediate athletes. Program meets at Chippens Hill Middle School Gym July 7th-11th 5:30-7:30pm. The camp concludes with the Skyhawks Super Bowl, giving participants a chance to showcase their skills! $75 (includes t-shirt, football, merit award)
s, Clinics & Leagues Wrestling Camp (6-14yrs) MULTI-SPORT CAMPS Skyhawks Tiny Hawk Camp (Soccer & Basketball) (3-4yrs) Children will learn balance, body movement, hand/ eye coordination, and skill development through a series of sport-specific games tailored to their attention spans. Program meets at Chippens Hill Middle School Gym. (includes t-shirt, merit award) Session 1: July 7-11 from 11:15am-12:15pm $55 Session 2: July 21-25 from 5-6pm $55 Skyhawks Mini-Hawks Camp (Soccer, Baseball & Basketball) (4-7yrs) Campers will explore balance, movement, hand/ eye coordination, and skill development at their own pace. Program meets at Chippens Hill Middle School Gym. (includes t-shirt, ball, merit award) Session 1: July 7-11 from 9-11am $75 Session 2: July 21-25 from 5-7pm $75 Tennis Lessons (Youth & Adults) Held at Page Park Tennis Courts- Morning classes meet M-TH in 2 week sessions. Evening classes meet M/W or T/TH in 3 week sessions. B = Beginner I = Intermediate A = Advanced 8:45-9:30am- B (8 & up) 9:30-10:15am- I/A (8 & up) Mon & Wed 4:30-5:15pm- B (6-7yrs) 5:30-6:15pm- B (8 & up) 6:30-8pm- Adult B/I Tues & Thrs 4-4:45pm- B (8 & up) 5-5:45pm- Team Tennis (10 & under) 5-5:45pm- B (5yrs) 6-6:45pm- Middle School Lessons 7-8:30pm- High School Lessons Morning Lessons Session 1-6/30-7/10 Session 2-7/14-7/24 Session 3-7/28-8/7 Evening Lessons Session 1-6/30-7/17 Session 2-7/21-8/7 /session Youth will learn offensive and defensive techniques, including take downs, bottom moves, top moves, and pins. Program meets at Bristol Central High School Wrestling Room from 6-7:30pm, Monday-Thursday July 7th-10th. (includes t-shirt) Parisi Speed & Agility Clinic Ralph Strong City Junior Tennis Tournament Held at Page Park tennis courts on July 25th-27th. Age divisions: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, 17-18, & 19-25. 2014 First Niagara Family Classic Tennis Held at Page Park tennis courts on July 11th (rain date July 12th). Divisions: mother/child, father/ child, husband/wife. Ages: 10 & under, 12-13, 14-17, 18-19, 19 & over 3 on 3 Jr. Team Tennis Details coming soon at BristolRec.com (9-17yrs) Learn proper running techniques, drills to enhance running form, dynamic warm up, change of direction, plyometric training, first step quickness, flexibility and body weight strength. An excellent program for all athletes, all sports, at all ability levels. Class meets at Bristol Eastern High School track on Tuesday and Thursday evening 6:30-7:30pm. Session 1: July 8-17 Session 2: July 22-31 $55/session Golf Lessons - Youth & Adults (8yrs & up) Lessons are designed for beginners that are new to golf. Class is taught by Tom Keslow of the Connecticut School of Golf and meets Mondays July 7th-28th at Rockwell Park open field. Equipment is provided for those that need it. Youth class meets 5-6pm Adult class meets 6-7pm. $50 Youth / $60 Adult TENNIS TOURNAMENTS
RECREATION PROGRAMS Specialized Bowling (6yrs & up) Bowling program for Bristol youth and adults who are special needs. Held on Monday evenings for six weeks at Spare Time in Bristol from 6:30-8pm June 30th-August 4th. Participants are required to pre-register and bring $7.00 each week they bowl. $7/week Adult Social (18yrs & up) Social program for Bristol residents 18yrs & older who are special needs. Meets every Wednesday for six weeks July 2nd- August 6th. A welcome social will be held at the Page Park Pavilion from 6-7pm for the first week. Each week after will include exciting trips to various locations. Participants are required to pay for the field trips that have a fee. Preregistration required. Pay per week Zumba (18yrs & up) A Latin dance-based cardio workout with components of resistance/sculpting training to tone the entire body. Thurs. nights 6:30-7:30pm at the Senior Center Gym for four weeks July 10, 17, 24, 31. Aerobics $25 (18yrs & up) Classes meet Monday and Wednesday for eight weeks July 7th - August 27th 6:30-7:30pm at the Senior Center Gym. Fee is for the session or $35 if you want extra stretch from 7:30-8pm for an added wind down. Art Instruction (4-14yrs) Program meets Mon/Wed/Fri or Tues/Thrs for six weeks June 30th- August 8th at Page Park Pavilion. An art exhibit will be held at Bristol Central High School Auditorium on Tuesday August 12th from 6-8:30pm. (M/W/F) 9-9:45am- Story Art (4-5yrs) (T/TH) 9-9:45am- Art Instruction (6-7yrs) (M/W/F) 10-10:45am- Art Instruction (6-7yrs) (T/TH) 10-10:45am- Story Art (4-5yrs) (M/W/F) 11-11:45am- Art Instruction (8-10yrs) (T/TH) 11-11:45am- Art Instruction (11-14yrs) (M/W/F) 12-12:45pm- Fun with Clay (8-10yrs) (M/W/F) 12-12:45pm- Fun with Clay (11-14yrs) INSTRUCTIONAL PERFORMANCE CLASSES Gymnastics Instruction (4-14yrs) Offered for all ability levels, ages 4-14yrs. Program meets Mon/Wed/Fri or Tues/Thrs for six weeks June 30th- August 8th at Bristol Central High School Gym. On Friday August 8th, a recital will be held at Bristol Central High School Gym from 6-7:30pm. Mon/Wed/Fri 9-9:30am- Tiny Tots Girls (4-5yrs) 9:45-10:30am- Beginner (6-12yrs) 10:45-11:30am- Level 3 (6-14yrs) 11:45am-12:30pm- Intermediate (6-12yrs) Tues/Thrs 9-9:30am- Tiny Tots Boys & Girls (4-5yrs) 9:45-10:30am- Boys (6-12yrs) 10:45-11:30am- Level 2 (6-8yrs) 11:45-12:30pm- Level 2 (9-14yrs) Dance Lessons (1½-14yrs) Offered for all ability levels and ages 5-14yrs. Program meets Mon/Wed/Fri or Tues/Thrs for six weeks June 30th- August 8th at Page Park Pavilion. On Tuesday August 12th, a recital will be held at Bristol Central High School Auditorium from 6-8:30pm. Mon/Wed/Fri 9-9:45am- Beginner Jazz & Tap (7-10yrs) 10-10:45am- Musical Theater (7-12yrs) 11-11:45am- Beginner Jazz & Tap (5-7yrs) 12-12:45pm- Beginner Ballet (5-7yrs) Tues/Thrs 8-8:45am- Mommy & Me Dance (1½- 4yrs) 9-9:45am- Beginner Tap (5-7yrs) 10-10:45am- Intermediate Jazz/Hip Hop (8-10yrs) 11-11:45am- Lyrical/Contemporary Dance (8-12yrs) 12-12:45pm- Intermediate Jazz/Hip Hop (11-14yrs)
AQUATICS SUMMER SWIM MEMBERSHIPS June 1 - August 31 Bristol Resident Non-Resident Adult (18-64) $40 $80 Child (6-17) $25 $50 Senior / College $35 $70 Daily Swim Fees Aquatic Center Page/Rockwell Park Adult (18-64) $7 $2 Child (6-17) $3 $1 Senior / College $6 $1.50 Children under the age of 5 are admitted free, pool supervision rules apply. (Vaild ID Required) Public Swim Hours Page & Rockwell Park Pools: 1pm-7pm Mon.-Sun. Dennis Malone Aquatic Center: Hours vary, visit BristolRec.com for full schedule Paddle Boat Rentals Mon.- Sun. 1:00-7:00pm at Rockwell Park Lagoon. Extended hours during summer concerts. $1/person for a 20 min. rental. Facility Rentals The Dennis Malone Aquatic Center and Page Park Pool are available for special events on weekends. See BristolRec.com for details. American Red Cross - Learn to Swim Offered at Page and Rockwell Pools meeting Monday - Friday for two weeks or Saturdays for eight weeks. Session 1: June 30th - July 11th (M-F for 2 weeks) Session 2: July 14th-25th (M-F for 2 weeks) Session 3: July 28th - August 8th (M-F for 2 weeks) Session 4: August 11th-22nd (M-F for 2 weeks) *Classes will be held on Friday July 4th, 2014. Saturday Session: June 28th - August 16th (once a week for 8 weeks) Special needs lessons available for youth and adults available on Saturday 12-12:30pm. Schedule of class offerings available at BristolRec.com $45 Resident / $55 Non-resident Private Swimming Lessons Summer Splash Swim Team (5yrs & up) A set of 4, 30 minute 1-on-1 instruction with Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors. Offered to adults and children ages 5 & older at the Dennis Malone Aquatic Center. Mon. - Sun. upon request. (must register in person) $80 Resident / $120 Non-resident (6-18yrs) A competitive swim team, Splash is available for youth ages 6-18. Practice is held weekday mornings June 30th - August 2nd. The team competes in the Central Connecticut Swim League and meets are held on weekday evenings. Requirements: 1.) Swim 1 length of pool - freestyle with rhythmic breathing 2.) Swim 1 length of pool - backstroke continuously 3.) Attend a minimum of 2 meets throughout the season + Summer pool membership LIFEGUARD TRAINING Course will feature both classroom style lectures, video and in water skill training. See BristolRec.com for course schedule and requirements $175-Bristol residents $190-non-residents Diving Clinic (6-18yrs) Bristol Youth ages 6-18yrs. Program is instructed by Division 1 divers from local universities. Participants will be introduced to the sport of diving. Details at BristolRec.com $50
AQUATICS / SPECIAL EVENTS Summer Water Exercise (18yrs & up) Offered for a variety of levels for all abilities Mon. - Thurs. Session 1: 10:30-11:15am Session 2: 6:15-7:00pm An 8 week program for $25.00 or try the Gold Fitness Pass for $75 to take any/every class in a given session. Bring a friend or drop into a class for a $5 fee. $25 or $75 Classes on the Water Family Kayaking (All Ages) Saturday August 16th 2-4pm $25 Saturday July 19th 11am-1pm $25 Adult Learn to Kayak Saturday May 3rd 10am-1pm $60 Adult Learn to Paddle Board Saturday June 7th 1:30-3pm $40 Adult YOGA on the Water Thursday July 17th 6-7:30pm $50 Saturday July 26th 2-3:30pmn $50 Adult Introduction to Canoeing Saturday Aug 9th 11am -1pm $45 (In Collinsville) pricing varies Triathlon Team - Run, Bike, Swim An 8-week program teaches adults the skills needed to compete in all three legs of the sport. Program features in-person practices held two days per week, along with athome training and sports nutrition guidance. Full program details at BristolRec.com $100/session WATER AROUND THE WORLD Join us at Rockwell Park on Tuesday July 29th from 4-8:30pm for a wet and wild evening of fun! Activities include: pool games, foam party with DJ, floats, carnival games, water slide, penguin reverse dunk tank, froggy fly fling, the Art Truck and paddleboats at the lagoon! At 7pm, in the amphitheater, America s Got Talent season 7 semi-finalists Reverse Order take the stage for a special concert. Admission is FREE but there is a $1 charge for snow cones or popcorn, and $1/per person for paddleboat ride. POOCH PLUNGE Why should people have all the FUN? Bring your dogs out for the Pooch Plunge on Monday August 25th from 4-6pm. We invite social, well behaved dogs who play well with others. ROCKIN OUT AT ROCKWELL SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Tuesday evenings 7-8:30 pm at the Rockwell Park Amphitheatre. 7/01: Orange Crush - 80 s Dance Party 7/08: Little House - Country 7/15: The Hartford Wailers - A Capella 7/22: The Kerry Boys - Irish/Celtic 7/29: Reverse Order - High Energy Pop Rock 8/05: Soul Sound Revue - Classic Mowtown 8/12: Ticket to Ride - Beatles Tribute 8/19: Latanya Farrell & The Bookman Styles Band - Pop, Soul, R & B, Dance Special thanks to the community sponsors that make Rockin Out at Rockwell Summer Concert Series possible: First Bristol Federal Credit Union, Barnes Group Foundation, ESPN, Jay & Elizabeth Tyrrell Fund for the Arts at the Main Street Community Foundation, The Central Connecticut Post, Renaissance Downtowns, Oakland Mechanics and Tilcon, Inc.