Spring has sprung at the Rec!
Moorestown Department of Parks and Recreation has gone through a metamorphosis of sorts over the last three years. In addition to “coming home” to the Church Street Recreation Center the department has also begun to reach outside of the long standing idea that “recreation” was only youth sports. This spring the department is pleased to offer not only youth sports, but also arts, crafts, cooking and general fitness.
As parents we are always looking for new things for our children to experience and try. This spring, the department is pleased to offer a full complement of programs from Arts and Crafts with Sophia Geiger and Handbuilding with Cynthia Britton. A one-day bread baking workshop and a four-week course will be offered for children interested in the finer points of baking. Baker Diane MacFeeters and Chef Katie Sklarow will engage and excite budding chefs and bakers. These recreational activities offer children an opportunity to explore different areas of interest that may ignite a creative spark.
For those children interested in sports programs, the Tumbling Tots program is a favorite beginner program for our youngest Recreation Nation members. Amy McNamara leads children and parents through fun activities that promote motor skill development as well as rhythm and coordination. The Recreation Girls Lacrosse League has opened the field to second graders this year. General introduction and instruction will be given to introduce these young ladies to the finer points of the women’s game. Tennis lessons are another favorite in spring and will be offered for everyone ages 5 through adult. For those who are interested in the game or just need some brush up skills, this is the best program around. Offered outdoors at Maple Dawson Park, tennis lessons are available to all who are interested.
There are many programs that are offered for older children too. The new Volleyball clinic for grades five through nine will be available beginning in March. For beginners and intermediate players, this clinic will offer boys and girls fundamental skill development through drills and play. For teens and adults, the Yoga for Beginners course starts its new session on March 3. This, in conjunction with Boot Camp and Balanced Athletics offers our adult population a variety of fitness programs to become involved in.
For those adults looking for other opportunities, there are adult baking classes, badminton, basketball, pickle ball and the co-ed soccer program, for the over 35 crowd too. Additionally, the department hosts a Senior Ladies Group as well as a Senior Men’s Group. These social clubs are a great way for seniors to enjoy a game of cards, a lunch and some friendly companionship.
For more information about these and all of the Department of Parks and Recreation Programs please visit the department’s website at moorestown.nj.us/253/Parks-Recreation. Find the recreation program that fits your lifestyle and interest. Join the Recreation Nation today.
