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Fall Programs
THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT IS NOW ONLINE!!!!
WE ARE PLEASED TO OFFER THIS NEW SYSTEM WHICH WILL MAKE REGISTERING FOR OUR PROGRAMS SIMPLE AND CONVENIENT!

2010 Fall Registration

August 23rd  through September 3rd

ONLINE REGISTRATION begins August 23rd at 7pm.  
You MUST have an account to register for any Rec Dept. programs. (except Turkey Trot)
Go to http://activenet.active.com/duxburyrecreation to create your account
and register for programs.


WALK-IN REGISTRATIONS will be accepted beginning August 30th at the Girl Scout House. No registrations accepted at Rec office before August 30th.  
Walk in registration hours are M-F 8am-1pm.


There is a $10 late fee charged to any registration taken after September 3rd.  




SOCCER:  This program will be offered to boys and girls in grades 1 through 4.  The program will begin Saturday, September 18th and continue for 8 weeks until November 6th with every game taking place on Saturdays between 8am and 2pm.  (Coach’s meeting will take place on Monday, September 13th at 7pm at the Girl Scout House).  Fee for this program is $50.



AFTER SCHOOL ATHLETICS:   This program will begin the week of September 13th and ends December 16th.  The program is offered to children in grades 3 through 5 and takes place at Alden gym from 2-3pm as follows:  
Monday:  Grade 3,     
Tuesday:  Grade 4,     
Wednesday:  Grade3-5,      
Thursday:  Grade 5
Fee for this program is $80.



GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY:   This 6-week program is offered to girls in grades 4 through 8.  The program will begin the week of September 13th and continue through October 25th.  (No class on October 11).  Classes take place on Mondays and Wednesdays as follows:

                Grades 4-5:  2:15-3:15 pm at Lower Alden Field          Fee:  $80
                Grades 5-8:  3:30-4:30 pm at Keene St. Field            Fee:  $90
                (Grades 6-8 may play some weekend games against area towns)



FLAG FOOTBALL:  This 6-week program is offered to children in grades 3 through 8.  The program will begin the week of September 20th and continue through November 1st and will be held once a week from 3:30-4:30pm at Chandler Field.  (No class on Oct 11).  Fee for this program is $50.



COOKING FOR KIDS:   This 6-week program will be offered to children ages 7-12.  Classes take place Tuesday evenings at the Girl Scout House from 6-7:30pm.  Session I begins on September 14th and ends October 19th.  Session II begins on October 26th and ends November 30th.  Fee for this program is $85.  (Includes all supplies and cookbook).  



34th ANNUAL TURKEY TROT ROAD RACE:  The Recreation Department's Annual 4.3 mile Road Race will once again take place on the Saturday before Thanksgiving, November 20th.  The race starts at 10am in front of DMS.  Route begins at DMS, turning right onto St. George St.  Continue down Powder Point Ave, over Powder Point bridge and back, and continuing down King Caesar Road.  Race ends at DMS.  Turkey for all category winners.  All runners will receive a turkey trot T-shirt.  Please bring a canned good and/or non-perishable item for the local food bank.  Fee for this event is $10.  Sign up on race day.  NO ONLINE REGISTRATION.  Cash or check accepted.  



YOGA (Grade 9 thru Adult) :  This program will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30pm beginning September 7th and continues until September 16th.  The classes will consist of warm-up movements and gentle stretches, hatha yoga postures, breathing techniques and guided relaxation.  Continued study possible at completion of the classes.  Classes will take place at the Whidden's School of Fitness in Marshfield.  Fee for this program is $45.


CO-ED KARATE KIDS:  This program is offered for boys and girls (K-grade 5) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:20pm beginning September 7th and ending September 16th.  Classes combine Yoga, basic self-protection, and cardio King Fu conditioning in a fun and creative environment.  NOTE:  Uniform required, $30 at WSFI, obtain at Whidden School 15 min prior to first class.  Fee for this program is $45.  



MEDITATION- For men and women ages 15 and up. Classes will be held on Sundays from 8-9pm.  See www.whiddenschool.com for class times.  Classes held at: Whidden School of Fitness Inc. 822 Webster St Marshfield.  No fee for this program.



WRESTLING
For boys grades K-8.  Sun 10/17-11/7,  4:30- 5:15 for K- Gr4  and 4:30-5:30 For Gr5-8.  Classes emphasize stretching, strengthening, and endurance while learning sport wrestling skills.  Teachers: Roger Whidden and Andrew Chin (see www.whiddenschool.com for bios & directions).  Classes held at: Whidden School of Fitness Inc. 822 Webster St Marshfield.  Fee for this program is $45 (uniform required- $30 @ WSFI 15 min prior to first class).



GIRLS KARATE KIDS – This program is offered for girls in grades K-5.  Classes take place on Saturdays from 10:10-11:00am, beginning September 11th and continuing until October 2nd.  Classes combine Yoga, basic self-protection and cardio Kung Fu conditioning in a fun and creative environment.  Fee for this program is $45.  NOTE:  Uniform required $30 @ WSFI.  


ICE SKATING – This program is available for all ages, beginning at age 3 through adult.
These introduction to skating classes take place at The Bog in Kingston and consist of a 40 minute lesson and 10 minute practice.  Please bring fitted and sharpened skates, hockey or bike helmet and gloves to each class.  Hat, snow pants, elbow pads and knee pads are recommended.  Please arrive at least 10-15 minutes prior to start of class.  

Available dates and times are available as follows:

Wednesdays 10:00 – 10:50am  -   Tots 3-6 yrs old and Adults
Sept 8 – Oct 27                                         Fee:  $140
Nov 3 – Dec 22                                          Fee:  $ 140

Thursday 1:00-1:50pm  -  Tots 3-6 years
Sept 8 – Oct 28                                         Fee: $140
November 4 – December 23 (7 wks) No class 11/25 Fee:  $125

Saturday 10:00-10:50:  All ages
Sept 11 – Oct 30                                        Fee: $140
Nov 6 – Dec 18 (7 wks)                                  Fee:  $125

Thursday 5:00-5:50pm:  All ages
Sept 9 – Oct 28                                         Fee: $125
Nov 4 – Dec 23 (7 wks) no class 11/25                   Fee:  $125





INTRO TO ROCK CLIMBING:  LEVEL 1:  For boys and girls ages 7-15.  Level I teaches the basic fundamentals of indoor rock climbing and prepares participants with the skill and knowledge to take it to the next level.  Instruction is given by staff of certified belayers.  All equipment provided.  Program takes place at Lighthouse Fitness,  430 Court St. , Plymouth, MA.  Fee for the program is $120

Level I:  September 22nd – November 10th  (Wednesdays) 5-6pm



INTRO TO ROCK CLIMBING:  LEVEL II:  For boys and girls ages 7-15.  Offered to more experienced and knowledgeable climbing who are looking for more of a challenge to their climbing.  This course will focus on the more technical skills of Indoor Rock Climbing and build upon the knowledge gained in the Level I class.  Prerequisite-completion of Level I Intro to Rock Climbing. Program takes place at Lighthouse Fitness, 430 Court St., Plymouth, MA.  Fee for the program is $120

Level II:  September 23rd – November 18th (Thursdays) 5-6pm (no class Veterans Day, Nov 11).  









 

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