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Sign up for 2016-2017 Winter Basketball Leagues. Proof of age and residency is required for new participants. In order to avoid being placed on the waiting list, registrations must be recieved by November 4, 2016.

 

Teams will be formed according to the child's current grade. Maximum age restrictions exist in each league. The Park & Recreation Department reserves the right to move participants who have reached their maximum age to the appropriate league.

 

Registration Dates: October - November 4, 2016

Fee for W.S. Residents:  $45 on or before November 4, 2016

$60 for registrations received after November 4, 2016 (if openings still exist)

Fee for Non-Residents:  $90 (limited slots available for non-residents)

Activity Code                                   Program Name                                    Grade/Ages

106000                                               Fun Basketball Program                      Kindergarten (Coed League for boys & girls)

106010                                               Instructional Girls                                 Grades 1 & 2

106020                                               Instructional Boys                                 Grades 1 & 2

106030                                               Girls Midgets I                                       Grades 3 & 4

106040                                               Boys Midgets I                                       Grades 3 & 4

106050                                               Girls Midgets II                                      Grades 5 & 6

106060                                               Boys Midgets II                                      Grades 5 & 6

106070                                               *Boys  Junior League                            Grades 7, 8 & 9

106080                                               *Girls Intermediate League                 Grades 7, 8, 9 & 10

106090                                               *Boys  Senior League                            Grades 10, 11 & 12  (Or cannot turn 19 before September 1st.

     Cannot have played varsity basketball in their senior year of eligibility

     Cannot currently be on a High School JV or Varsity Basketball team.)

Youth Basketball

 

Basketball Need-to-Knows

 

  • *If a participant makes a High School Varisty or Junior Varisty team before December 31, that player shall not be eligible for the remanider of the season. Also cannot have played Varsity basketball in their senior year of eligibility

 

  • For Boys & Girls Midget, Girls Intermediate & Boys Junior league, practices are held weekday evenings, one practice per week. November 28th  - Mid March. Practices are scheduled by volunteer coaches according to the coaches' availabilty and the availabity of the facilites. Games are held on Saturdays.
     

  • Games and practices are held at various West Springfield School facilites.

 

  • The Fun Basketball program and Boys & Girls Instructional programs are held on Sunday afternoons beginning January 8th.

 

  • The Boys Senior Leauge begins in Mid December. One Practice a week and games on Sunday afternoons.

 

  • If: You are trying out for the school team, CYO or Suburban basketball team but might be interested in playing Park & Recreation basketball, please sign up now. If you then decided not to play we can refund your money. It is more difficult to add players after the teams have been drafted then it is to pull a player off a team.

 

  • Note: Coaches will notify participants directly abou their team placement.

 

  • Please note that maximum age restrictions exist in each league. The P&R Dept. reserves the right to move participants who have reached their maximum age to the appropriate league.

 

  • No refunds after program start date.

The Park & Recreation Department offers Winter swim lessons for the following levels. All swim lessons are held at the Senior High School Sady Pool, located at 425 Piper Road Class size is limited. Please register early, for these classes will fill fast. Classes take place on Sundays.                                  Fee: $40 Residents $50 Non Residents

 

Winter Session : January 8 - Febuary 12 (6 Classes Total)

 

Activity Code: 104000  Level: 1 Intro to Water Skills (min 4 yrs old)

Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29 Febuary 5, 12    Time: 1:30pm

 

Activity Code: 104020  Level: 1 Intro to Water Skills (min 4 yrs old)

Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29 Febuary 5, 12     Time: 2:30pm

 

Activity Code: 104030  Level: 2 Fundamental Aquatics (min 5 yrs old)

Dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29 Febuary 5, 12     Time: 3:30pm

 

Level 1 - Introduction to Water Skills (minimum 4 years old)

Purpose - To help students feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy the water safely.

Objectives:

1. Opening eyes under water and retrieving submerged objects, 2 times (in shallow water)

2. Back float, 3 seconds

3. Treading using arm and hand actions (in chest deep water)

4. Combined arm and leg actions on front, 2 body lengths

 

Level 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills 

Purpose - To provide students with opportunites for success with fundamental skills sucha as tread water and basic swim strokes. 

Objectives:

1. Fully submerging and holding breath, 5 seconds

2. Front glide, 2 body lengths

3. Back float, 15 seconds

4. Combined arm and leg actions on fornt, 5 body lengths

 Aerobics & Yoga Classes

 Adult Coed Volleyball

Swim Lessons

EPEE & Foil Fencing Classes

Children's Art Classes 

 

The West Springfield Park & Recreation Department, along with the Terriers Around Town, are pleased to offer Children’s Art Classes for children ages 6 & up. These art lessons will be held on Fridays at the UNICO Building, located in Mittineague Park, for five week sessions. The cost will be $30.00 per child and will include all supplies for water color and drawing. Local artists Joan Barnard, Sue Urban & Sue Newman will be the instructors. 

 

Activity #      Ages:     Time:                 Dates:   

402000-2       6 & Up   3:30-5:00pm      Oct. 21, Nov. 4, 18, Dec. 2, 9

Fee: $30
402000-3      6 & Up    3:30 - 5:00pm    April 28, May 5, 12,19, 26    
Fee: $30
 

 

Below is a mail-in registration form for your convenience.  You can also stop by the Park & Recreation Department, 26 Central Street to register.  Class size is limited so please don't wait to sign up for this wonderful, fun-filled class!

Public Swim at Sady Pool

Sundays - 12:00p.m. to 1:15p.m.

January 8, 15, 22, 29,

February 5, 12

 

Ditch your winter hat for a swim cap and swim away those winter blues, join us for Park & Recreation Public Swim!

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Happening at the NEW Sady Pool, located in the WS High School.

 Open to West Springfield residents (proof of residency required) ONLY. There will also be a lane designated for those interested in swimming laps.

 

 

 

Rules & Regulations:

  • Walkers & Joggers must have valid West Springfield ID to sign in with the gym supervisor on duty.

  • Sneakers/walking shoes only, no cleats or shoes with heels allowed.

  • The track is not to be utilized for viewing activities in the gymnasium – NO SPECTATORS

  • No food or beverages allowed on the track except water in a plastic container.

  • Track usage at West Springfield High School through the Park & Recreation is open to W.S. Residents ages 14 years and up.

  • Only walkers and joggers are allowed on the track.

  • Restrooms are located on the first floor lobby gym area.

  • Using any other areas of the high school is NOT PERMITTED.

 

High School Track Hours of Operation

Sundays:

January 8, 15, 22, 29

February 5, 12, 19, 26

12:00pm – 4:00pm

 

In the event of inclement weather, please call (413) 781-3020 for cancellation information.

Indoor Track Walking/Jogging Program 

FREE ICE SKATING
AMELIA PARK ICE ARENA, WESTFIELD
10:00 a.m. to 10:50 a.m.

 December 27, 2016 & February 23, 2017


To participate in this event, any West Springfield resident must aquire a free skate voucher at the P&R office starting three weeks prior to the scheduled skate date. Proof of residency is required! The voucher must be presented at the time of skate to receive admission. Parental signature is required for children under 18, and helmets are highly recommended.


Skate rentals are available for $3.00 per person.

 
The West Springfield Park & Recreation Department is pleased to offer various nature actvities for children ages 6 -12. Each session is led by an experienced enviormental educator and involves discovery hikes and usually something to take home. Programs are three hours long and  will be held at the UNICO Building, located in Mittineague Park. The cost will be $20.00 per child. Parents: Sign your kids up and get them outdoors to learn about and appreciate the natural world around us. 

 

Activity #       Ages       Time                   Dates    

110001          6 - 12     1:00 - 4:00pm    Saturday, October 8, 2016     

TREES ARE TERRIFIC! 
This is the time of year when trees put on their color show and go from green to red, yellow and orange. Let’s hike into the forest and do some color experiments with the leaves, discover animals that live in trees, play tree games, and collect seeds and nuts from trees. We will make flour from acorns – the nuts of the oak tree. Bring a snack of something that came from a tree and be ready to go for a hike!
 Fee: $20 per participant

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Activity #       Ages       Time                   Dates    
110002         6 - 12     1:00 - 4:00pm     Saturday, November 5, 2016

LITTLE CREATURES ARE EVERYWHERE 
Let’s take our magnifiers and collection containers as we hike the trails looking for tiny creatures. At this time of year they are hiding & preparing for winter. We’ll look under logs, up in trees, in the ridges of tree bark & in the soil for worms, spiders, beetles salamanders & more. Be on the lookout for insects in all stages of life not only adults, but pupa and larva too. Bring your sense of adventure and dress for hiking and the weather.
Note: Equipment will be provided but bring your own if you wish.

Fee: $20 per participant

       

Activity #       Ages       Time                   Dates    

110003         8 - 12     1:00 - 4:00pm     Saturday, December 3, 2016  

CUSTOMIZED HIKING STICKS
If you like to go out in the woods, a hiking stick can be a useful thing. It helps you cross streams & keep your balanced going over logs. Today’s hike we will concentrate on looking for just the right stick for your height. We’ll then take it inside and sand it and decorate it with colorful duct tape, feathers, beads, and natural materials to make it uniquely yours. Make more than one for gifts if you wish.
Ages 8-12 (Note: 6 & 7-year olds welcome accompanied by parent) 

Fee $20 per participant

Children Nature

Adventure Series

Basketball
Swim Lessons
Fencing

WINTEr Programs 

The West Springfield Park & Recreation Department is excited to announce that the indoor track located above the West Springfield High School Gymnasium, at 425 Piper Road, will be open to the general public during specific hours listed below. The distance around the upper track is 1/8th of a mile, 8 revolutions is equal to one mile.  West Springfield residents are asked to adhere to the following rules & regulations in order to utilize the track.

 

The West Springfield Park & Recreation is pleased to offerclasses in fencing. All courses below will be held at the UNICO Building, located in Mittineague Park. The cost per student will include all supplies. Students are to bring water bottle, wear sneakers, long pants (sweat pants are acceptable), and comfortable t-shirts. 

 

Instructed by Taro Yamashita, coach at Riverside Fencing Club, and staff coaches from the Riverside Fencing Club.

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YOUTH INTRODUCTION TO FENCING:

In this active, fun class, students will learn the basic techniques and tactics of the modern Olympic sport (with ancient roots) of
fencing. Starting with basic footwork and movement, students will progress quickly to basic bladework and tactics for attacking,
defending, and deceiving opponents. No prior experience is required.

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Program meets: Sundays,  November 6, 13, 20, 27, December 11, 18  (No class Dec 4)

Activitiy Code: 400008-2     Ages: 8 - 12      Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Registration Fee: $110.00 

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TEEN/ADULT INTRODUCTION TO FENCING:

In this active, fun class, students will learn the basic techniques and tactics of the modern Olympic sport (with ancient roots) of
fencing. Starting with basic footwork and movement, students will progress quickly to basic bladework and tactics for attacking,
defending, and deceiving opponents. No prior experience is required.

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Program meets: Sundays,  November 6, 13, 20, 27, December 11, 18  (No class Dec 4)

Activitiy Code: 400009-2     Ages: 13 - Adult     Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Registration Fee: $110.00 

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YOUTH INTERMEDIATE FENCING:

For Students with some prior experience fencing. This course focuses on the development of new technical and tactical skills and the refinement and mastery  of familar ones. This course focuses on foil fencing.

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Program meets: Mondays,  November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 12, 19  (No class Dec 5)

Activitiy Code: 400006-1     Ages: 8 - 12      Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Registration Fee: $175.00 

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Or 

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Program meets: Wednesdays,  November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14  (No class Nov 23)

Activitiy Code: 400006-2     Ages: 8 - 12      Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Registration Fee: $175.00 

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Register for BOTH Mondays & Wednesdays - Fee - $300.00

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TEEN/ADULT INTERMEDIATE FENCING:

For Students with some prior experience fencing. This course focuses on the development of new technical and tactical skills and the refinement and mastery  of familar ones. This course focuses on foil fencing.

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Program meets: Mondays,  November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 12, 19  (No class Dec 5)

Activitiy Code: 400007-1     Ages: 13 - Adult      Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Registration Fee: $175.00 

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Program meets: Wednesdays,  November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14  (No class Nov 23)

Activitiy Code: 400007-2    Ages: 13 - Adult      Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Registration Fee: $175.00 

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Register for BOTH Mondays & Wednesdays - Fee - $300.0

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