MISSION STATEMENT
The Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation operates and maintains, in partnership with the residents and visitors, a recreational system which enriches the quality of life for the present and future generations in a safe, enjoyable and affordable environment. GUIDING PRINCIPLES • Commits to serving and providing recreational opportunities to the best of our ability with respect and courtesy • Encourages team work and mutual support with our employees and volunteers • Provides stewardship of the City’s Park Facilities Mayor Mike Spano CITY OF YONKERS YonkersNY.gov
Dear Resident:
With winter officially in the rear view mirror, the upcoming seasons are a great to time to truly discover and enjoy Yonkers, the 4th largest city in New York State and the largest City in Westchester County. There’s something for everyone in our City, especially during the spring and summer months. As the weather warms up, our Parks Department is excited for you to visit and enjoy one of the best things about Yonkers – over 70 parks and playgrounds in our local neighborhoods! Last year, our annual Film & Concert Series was once again a huge hit and I’m proud that it’s once again back by popular demand! Now entering its 5th summer, our bands and movies have made the Film & Concert Series one of the highlights of our City’s summer months. I hope you enjoy our 17 evenings of family movies and concerts throughout the different parks in Yonkers. Also, Camp Rays is once again back and continues to grow by leaps and bounds! Open to children ages 5 through 14, this six week camp runs from July 2 to August 10 and features fun field trips, indoor and outdoor sports, water activities and much more. Registration for Camps Rays, Camp Pride and our Pre-K Summer Camp is now open. Boating season is also just around the corner and we’ve got four-and-a-half miles of beautiful waterfront for you to explore here in Yonkers. You can launch boats, jet skis, kayaks and canoes from our very own JFK Marina. One-day permits annual permits are more affordable than ever. I hope you take the time to indulge in all of the wonderful things Yonkers has to offer MAYOR MIKE SPANO MAYOR
this spring and summer. Whether you’re having a picnic or attending a ball game, let’s all enjoy another safe summer together in Yonkers! To learn more about our programs and facilities, visit us online at www.YonkersNY.gov/ Parks. If you ever have a question or concern, please don’t hesitate to call my 24-hour helpline at 914-377-HELP (4357) or email our Parks Department directly at Parks@ YonkersNY.gov. For the latest news and updates, be sure to follow us on Twitter or Facebook at @ CityofYonkers. Have a great spring and summer, cityofyonkers
@cityofyonkers @mayormikespano
City Hall • 40 South Broadway • Yonkers, NY 10701 • Tel. 914.377.6300 • Fax 914.377.6048mayormikespano • Email [email protected]
mayormikespano MIKE SPANO Mayor cityofyonkers mayormikespano message from Be Part of THIS SPRING accepted. and creditcardsarenowbeing Permits areavailableattheMarina on ourbeautifulHudsonRiver! motorized boatsfromJFKMarina You canlaunchkayaks,canoesand JFK MARINA&PARK has begunatYonkersNY.gov. 1,200 runners!Registration historic numberswith nearly Yonkers Marathonboasted Hudson. Lastyearthe and alongthemajestic the scenichillsofYonkers Marathon travelsthrough In its94thyear, theYonkers MARATHON YONKERS Northeast! destinations intheentire one ofthemostbeautiful and gardensinYonkers is acre historicpublicpark 100 yearsago,this43- Welles Bosworthnearly Designed byarchitect GARDENS UNTERMYER General Information City of Yonkers Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation 285 Nepperhan Avenue, Yonkers NY 10701 Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, 914-377-6450 REGISTRATION: Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis until programs are full. MAIL-IN REGISTRATION IS NOT ACCEPTED. CITY COUNCIL PAYMENT OPTIONS: Effective May 1, 2016 a Cashier’s Check, Money Mike Khader, President Order, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover Card will be the only forms of Shanae V. Williams, 1st District payment accepted. Cash will no longer be accepted. Corazon Pineda-Isaac, 2nd District Michael Sabatino, 3rd District ONLINE REGISTRATION: The best way to maximize your chance of securing John Rubbo, 4th District a spot in any program is to register online as soon as registration begins. You can Mike Breen, 5th District make online payments using Visa, MasterCard or Discover Card. Anthony Merante, 6th District WALK-IN REGISTRATION: Walk-in registration takes place the day after DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, online registration and will take place at 285 Nepperhan Avenue, starting RECREATION AND CONSERVATION at 9:00 AM. Please note that some classes will be full prior to 9:00 AM. You PARKS BOARD can make a payment using cashier’s check, money order, MasterCard, Visa or Discover Card. James Letsen, Chairman Geraldine Esposito, Vice Chairman AGE REQUIREMENTS: Age is determined as of the date of the first class Jason Wilson unless otherwise specified. An adult class is for ages 18 years and older. Donald Weigand ABSENCES: Classes are not made up due to a participant’s personal Bobbie Ann Flower-Cox absence. Classes cancelled to inclement weather will be rescheduled. We Henry Djonbalaj reserve the right to reschedule classes on an as-needed basis. Tom Meier, Jr. REFUND POLICY: Full refunds will be issued for any program cancelled by Commissioner the Department of Parks, Recreation and Conservation (Parks Department). Anthony Landi Full refunds will be issued for a medical reason before a program begins Deputy Commissioner when accompanied by a doctor’s note. After a program begins, a pro-rated Steve Sansone refund will be issued based on the number of sessions attended, when Director of Maintenance accompanied by a doctor’s note. The Parks Department will grant a refund Gino Pugliese request if received at least ten (10) business days before the program’s Director of Recreation first session. Refunds for trips will not be granted unless the spot can be Jose I. Alvarado filled from the waiting list. Ten dollars ($10) or ten percent (10%) of the Recreation Supervisors fee, whichever is higher, will be charged for processing refunds that are Lisa McKay Harris Tara Conte approved. Please allow several weeks for processing refunds. Bounced Frank Cardone Andrea Velazquez checks and credit card charge cancellations will carry a $35 processing fee. Marian Marji Jennifer Villa INCLEMENT WEATHER: The best way to receive quick and accurate information about program cancellations is to call the Parks Department E.J. MURRAY MEMORIAL Hotline at 377-6454 or listen to WFAS. SKATING CENTER SPECIALISTS NEEDED: If you have a special skill and would like to teach a Patricia Urban Rink Manager class for the Parks Department, please call 377-6436. PROGRAM BEHAVIOR: Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate YONKERS ANIMAL SHELTER behavior at all times. The following rules make programs safe and enjoyable Almira Simpson for everyone. Participants shall show respect to all participants and staff, Animal Control Officer refrain from using foul language and refrain from causing bodily harm to Anthony Vezzuto other participants and staff. Participants are expected to show respect for Deputy Animal Control Officer equipment, supplies and facilities. The City of Yonkers reserves the right to remove anyone from our programs. COYNE PARK RIFLE RANGE Christopher Rotolo Range Officer
YONKERSNY.GOV 5 PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE
Registration Details...... 7 Morning W.O.N.D.E.R. Rock ‘n Rods Car Cruise...... 36 Permit Division...... 8 with a Touch of Zumba® Gold...... 27 Annual Ice Skating Show...... 36 Recreation Events...... 9 Dance Exercise with a New York Rangers Community Events...... 10 Touch of Zumba® Toning...... 27 Junior Rangers Series...... 37 Dance Exercise with a SUMMER CAMP 2019 Touch of Zumba® Fitness...... 27 PROJECT FRIENDSHIP For information call 377-6450 Slimmersize with a For information call 377-6438 Touch of Zumba® Fitness...... 27 Camp Rays...... 11 Art Therapy...... 38 Zumba® Fitness...... 28 Camp Pride...... 12 Bowling...... 38 Bolly-X...... 28 Pre-K Summer Camp...... 13 Creative Writing...... 38 Acoustic Guitar...... 28 Delightful Dining...... 38 PRE-K RECREATION Energetic Exercise...... 38 AQUATICS For information call 377-6440 Hero Tennis...... 38 For information call 377-6439 Little Learners...... 14 Music Therapy...... 38 Aquatics Program Overview...... 29 Pre-Ballet For Pre-K...... 15 Pet Therapy...... 38 Starfish Swim School®...... 30 Multi Sports Squirts...... 16 Special Olympics...... 38 Starfish Stroke School™...... 30 Soccer Squirts...... 16 Storytelling...... 38 Spring Mini Session...... 31 T-Ball Squirts...... 17 Theatre Workshop...... 38 Starbabies™...... 32 Golf Squirts...... 17 Yoga...... 38 Startots™...... 32 Basketball Squirts...... 18 Young Adults Club...... 38 Starfish Swim School® for Preschoolers. 32 Tennis Squirts...... 18 Zumba ...... 38 Learn to Swim for the Parent and Me T-Ball...... 19 Developmentally Disabled...... 32 Parent and Me Multi Sports Squirts...... 19 SENIOR CITIZEN RECREATION Starfish Stroke School™...... 33 Parent and Me Soccer Squirts...... 19 For information call 377-6443 Starfish Swim Clinic™...... 33 Hydrorevolution® Total Body Workout...33 Center Locations...... 39 YOUTH RECREATION Recreation Open Swim...... 34 Bingo...... 40 For information call 377-6440 Evening Lap Swim...... 34 Health & Wellness...... 41 Spring Ballet...... 20 Aqua Zumba®...... 34 Line Dancing...... 42 Pop Star Dance Camp...... 20 Deep H2O Aquacise...... 34 Bernice Spreckman Center Dancers...... 42 Baby-Sitting Training...... 20 Low Impact Aquacise...... 34 Arts and Crafts...... 43 Spring Guitar...... 21 Senior Aquacise...... 34 Art Therapy...... 43 Spring Family Knitting...... 21 SAF DrumsVibes...... 35 Creative Writing...... 44 Spring Family Crochet...... 21 Starfish Swim/Stroke School® Spring Fun Tech...... 22 for Teens (Ages 12-17...... 35 COYNE PARK RIFLE & Spring Break Multi Sports...... 23 Starfish Swim School® for Adults 18+...35 PISTOL RANGE Golf Camp...... 23 Starfish Stroke School® for Adults 18+..35 For information call 377-6488 Summer Multi Sport Camp...... 23 Yonkers Condors Tsunami Swim Team....35 General information...... 45 Future Stars Basketball Camp...... 24 Starguard™ Lifeguard Training...... 35 ANIMAL SHELTER Tennis Camp...... 24 For information call 377-6730 Red Bulls Soccer Camp...... 25 E.J. MURRAY MEMORIAL General information...... 46 SKATING CENTER ADULT RECREATION For information call 377-6469 POTENTIAL NEW PROGRAMS For information call 377-6438 Ice Skating...... 36 For information call 377-6440/6438 Tennis...... 26 Public Roller Skating...... 36 Pickleball...... 47 Zumba Strong...... 26 Roller Skating Outings...... 36 Kung Fu and Tai Chi...... 47 Vinyasa Yoga Level 1/2...... 26 Floor and Roller Hockey ...... 36 CPR and Emergency Preparedness...... 47 Skate Park...... 36 Family Embroidery...... 47
The Parks Department is now offering a limited number of scholarships for our Camps, Skating, and Aquatics Programs. For more information, please visit www.yonkersny.gov/parks or call 377-6436.
6 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE REGISTER ONLINE • register.communitypass.net/yonkers ONLINE REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 7:00 PM
• Soccer Camp...... March 1 • Pre-K Sports...... March 1 • Pre-K Ballet...... April 3 • Pre-K Summer Camp...... April 3 Residents: Wednesday, April 3 at 7:00 pm • Youth Recreation...... April 3 • Adult Recreation...... April 3 Non-residents: Wednesday, April 10 at 7:00 pm • Little Learners Fall Pre-K...... July 17
Camp Pride & Project Friendship: Please call 377-6438 for additional information. Registration for Senior Citizen Centers and Senior Specialist Classes is on-going and on a walk-in basis. SPRING MINI SESSION, AQUATICS SWIM PLACEMENT (Water Testing) & ONLINE REGISTRATION SCHEDULE Swim Placement: Tuesday, May 28, 6:00-8:00 pm / Mark Twain Pool, 160 Woodlawn Avenue Online Registration: Wednesday, May 29, 8:00 pm. Swim Placement Requirements: If your child has not participated in our program, you must bring them to Swim Placement for correct assessment for our swim classes, unless you know they are White/Red (Beginner) in Starfish Swim School, StarBabies, StarTot, and Swim School for Preschool, Teens and Adult swim classes. Please look at class description online for start date.
Register Online at On Registration Day https://register.communitypass.net/yonkers STEP 1. Go to https://register.communtypass.net/yonkers Log in using your username and password. Click on “Register Now.” Select a Season or Activity. Community Pass Registration Service STEP 2. On the next page update any information for the Register yourself or your entire family for recreation programs primary contact and/or click “Continue.” around the clock. STEP 3. On the next page select the “Group” at left. You can view full information about a program by clicking on the Requirements name of the program or register immediately by clicking on the “Add to Cart” button. You must pay with a Visa, MasterCard or a Discover Card, and STEP 4. On the “Select Participant” page, click the box next to need a valid e-mail address. the person/persons you are registering, and then click “Continue.” Setting Up An Account STEP 5. On the “Registration Forms” page, enter the required information and then click “Continue.” Go to https://register.communitypass.net/yonkers Click on: “Create an Account” at bottom of screen and complete the STEP 6. If finished, click on the “Continue to Checkout” button account form. Make note of your user name and password. and follow the remaining instructions to complete and pay for your registration. If you are not finished, click on “Continue Registering.” Confirmation will be sent via To Add More Family Members e-mail receipt. Click on “View Account” under useful links. Then click either “Add Child” or “Add Adult.” After you have added your family How to Avoid Cancellations members, click “Home.” Please register in advance to avoid program cancellations. Certain numbers must be achieved in order for a program to move forward. Every effort will be made to avoid canceling a program, however, if this does occur, an announcement will be made in advance of the first meeting date.
YONKERSNY.GOV 7 Permit Division The Permit Division is responsible for issuing permits for a wide variety of recreational activities. All permits can be obtained by visiting www.yonkersny.gov/parks. Click on “Forms & Permits” on the left hand side of the screen. INDOOR PERMITS are required for all Board of Education Facilities and our Community Centers. Board of Education and Indoor Permit applications are available August 1 and due September 30. For additional information please call 377-6444. OUTDOOR PERMITS are required for activities or events held at all parks facilities. Permits are required for all tournaments, the turf fields at Fleming and Pelton Fields and the picnic facilities at Redmond Park and the JFK Marina. Fall outdoor applications are available August 1 and due September 1. Spring and Summer outdoor field applications are available on March 1. Spring permit applications are due April 1. Summer permit applications are due on June 1. For additional information please call 377-6442. MOBILE CONCESSIONS PERMITS are required and obtained through the Parks Department. For additional information on Mobile Concession Permits please call 377-6442. LIBRARY SPECIAL EVENT APPLICATIONS are available year- round. For additional information please call 375-7947. SPECIAL EVENTS PERMIT APPLICATIONS are required for events held within the City of Yonkers. This includes any event that will preempt normal use of city space by the general public. For additional information please call 377-6427. WEDDING CEREMONY/PHOTOS: A permit is required to take photographs and videos inside beautiful and historic Untermyer Park, located at 945 North Broadway (see photo, top right). Applications are available March to October. For additional information please call 377-6427. COMMERCIAL VIDEO & PHOTO PERMITS are required for any filming in Yonkers. For additional information please call 377-6059. JFK MARINA - ANNUAL AND DAILY PERMITS annual permits are available in person at our administration office located at 285 Nepperhan Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701. No cash accepted. Daily and annual permits are available at the marina. Season begins March 2019 till October 2019 The JFK Marina is located off Warburton Avenue John F. Kennedy Memorial Drive. Boat launching is available by permit from dawn to dusk, seven days a week for an Annual Resident/Non-Resident Fee of $50/$100 for Canoe or Kayak, $150/$300 for Jet Ski, and $200/$400 for Motorized Boats and Watercrafts. Day passes are also available on location for Residents/Non-Residents as follow: $10/$20 for Canoe or Kayak, $20/$40 for Jet Ski, $30/$60 for Motorized Boat or Watercrafts. For additional information call 377-6427.
8 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE Special Recreation Events
2018-2019 Annual Ice Show E.J. Murray Memorial Skating Center • 348 Tuckahoe Road Friday, April 27, 2018 at 7:00 PM • Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 6:00 PM • Sunday, April 28, 2019 at 2:00 PM Free Admission & Free Parking For additional information call 377-6469.
Spring Track Races Boys & Girls, Ages 4-14 Races will take place at either Lincoln or Roosevelt High School Saturday, May 4th, 8:30 AM– Lincoln HS Sunday, May 5th, 9:00 AM – Roosevelt HS Saturday, May 11th, 8:30 AM – Lincoln HS Saturday, May 18th, 8:30 AM– Lincoln HS For additional information call 377-6443.
Thursday & Friday Evenings July & August at a local park near you beginning July 5th For additional information please call 377-6450.
Yonkers Idol Finale This is the third and final round of this competition. Come support Yonkers youth talent! Saturday, April 27 at Roosevelt High School Auditorium, 631 Tuckahoe Road Free Admission • Show starts at 6:00 PM For additional information call 377-6444.
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Memorial Day Parade & Ceremony Ceremony: Monday, May 27 at 9:00 AM War Memorial Monument on South Broadway, in front of City Hall Parade: Thursday, May 30 at 6:00 PM McLean Avenue, from Stillwell Park (opposite St. Barnabas School) to the Charles N. Bajart Post, 840 McLean Avenue with ceremony at the Bajart Post
Yonkers Paddling & Rowing presents RiverRiders Thursday, June 13 through September 12, 2019 at 4:00 - 7:00 PM (weather permitting) Free community paddling, kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding along with some environmental education at JFK Marina and Park Wednesdays & Fridays, 2:00 - 8:00 PM (weather permitting) Trips tours and small class instruction in kayaking and stand-up paddle boarding at JFK Marina and Park you must register in advance for trips, tours and instruction for more info visit yprcriverriders.com
Untermyer Performing Arts Council’s WorldFest 2019 Saturdays starting at 7:30 pm June 22 through September 7th at historic Untermyer Park, 945 North Broadway Visit www.untermyer.com for a list of free music and dance events celebrating culture around the world.
Yonkers Parks Day Saturday, July 13 from 1:00 - 5:00 PM Four Neighborhood Parks: Lennon, Annette Vizzini, Lincoln and Stillwell Parks Free Admission • Join us for a fun afternoon filled with family friendly activities, music, and more.
For more information on any of the above events, please call 377-6450.
10 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE Week #5 – July 29 – August 2 Trip: New York Yankees, Bronx, NY Week #6 – August 6-10 Trip: Splashdown Water Park, Fishkill, NY
Days & Times Locations Monday through Friday Yonkers Montessori Academy 8:00 am – 5:00 PM 160 Woodland Avenue All campers must be picked up by 5:00 PM Maximum Enrollment: 280 A late fee of $30 per 15 minutes will be charged for anyone picked up after 5:00 pm. Robert C. Dodson School 105 Avondale Road Registration Information Maximum Enrollment: 140 Limited space available on a first-come, first Cross Hill Academy served basis. On-line registration began on 160 Bolmer Avenue Wednesday, April 3 at 7:00 PM for Yonkers Maximum Enrollment: 140 residents. Registration for Non-residents begins on Wednesday, April 10 at 7:00 PM. Montessori School 27 Registration continues until each site fills. Mail- 132 Valentine Lane in registration is NOT accepted. See page 7 for Maximum Enrollment: 100 complete registration information. Camp Information 2019 Camp Rays Weekly Fees Each camper will enjoy: Participation in softball, soccer, wiffleball, kickball, basketball, water activities, Weekly fee includes weekly trip relay races and games, board games, arts and crafts, Yonkers Montessori Academy music and dance, special events, and weekly trips. Yonkers Resident: $200.00 – Non-Resident: $225.00 Robert C. Dodson School and Cross Hill Academy Age Requirements Yonkers Resident: $185.00 – Non-Resident: $210.00 For children ages 5-14. Campers must be 6 years of Montessori School 27 age by December 31, 2019, and entering the 1st Yonkers Resident: $170.00 – Non-Resident: $195.00 grade in September. Campers may NOT be 15 years of age before August 9, 2019. Any campers over 15 Make payments on-line with Visa, Mastercard, years of age that are interested in being Counselors In or Discover card. If you register in-person, the Training (C.I.T.) please call 377-6444. only accepted forms of payment will be check, cashiers check or money order. Camp Sessions All fees are due in full at time of registration. Week #1 – July 1-5 (camp not in session July 4) REFUND POLICY Trip: TBD We will be using the standard Parks Department Week #2 – July 8-12 refund policy that appears on page 5 of this brochure. Trip: Rockin’ Jump, Yonkers, NY For information regarding fees or other questions Week #3 – July 15-19 Trip: Dave and Busters, Pelham, NY about Camp Rays please call 377-6444. Week #4 – July 22-26 Trip: Rollerskating BBQ, Yonkers, NY
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A group-oriented recreation day camp for developmentally disabled children ages 5 to adult. This camp offers art, sports, tennis, swimming, and trips. Breakfast and lunches are included. Exception: Breakfast will not be served on the first day of camp. We do not offer a 1:1 staffing ratio. No admission or re- admission to this program is final until determined by the Parks Department. DATES: Session 1 - July 1 – July 19 (camp is not in session July 4) Session 2 - July 22 – August 9 TIME: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM: Monday through Friday LOCATION: Kahlil Gibran School, 18 Rosedale Road FEE: Yonkers Residents $200 per 3 week session Non-residents & Group Homes $400 per 3 week session NOTE: Transportation is available for residents only. Group homes are not eligible. REQUIREMENTS: New applicants must be interviewed. Immunization records and an updated physical examination, Individual Evaluation Plan (IEP) and Individual Support Plan (ISP) are required. Campers must also be potty trained. If applicant is on the Medicaid Waiver, authorization and approval letter is required prior to registration. For more information or to schedule an interview please call 377-6438.
12 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE PRE-K SUMMER CAMP
Paideia School 15 Fees 175 Westchester Avenue Residents: $290 for one session Director: Lucy Celaj $530 for two sessions Non-residents: $320 for one session Rosemarie Siragusa School $590 for two sessions 60 Crescent Place No refunds given once the program begins. Director: Vickie Spinella Camp Requirements Boyce Thompson School Children must be 3-5 years of age by the camp start date and be toilet trained (no diapers or 1061 North Broadway pull-ups). Parents should prepare youngsters Director: Kim Giorgianni by emphasizing that this camp will be a fun experience, with various indoor and outdoor Your children will be introduced to a variety of actvities, and the opportunity to make new friends. indoor and outdoor recreation and educational Parents must be prepared to provide a copy of learning experiences through activities such as arts child’s birth certificate if requested to do so. and crafts, music, drawing, and story telling. Water play is optional. Special guests visit each session. Registration Information Session 1: July 1 - 19 Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Session 2: July 22 - August 9 You can register for this popular camp on-line or in person at the Parks Department. Mail- Your child may attend Session 1, Session 2 or both in registration is NOT accepted. For additional (Attending both entitles you to a discount) information please call 377-6440. Days & Time: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
See registration details on page 7
YONKERSNY.GOV 13 PRE-K RECREATION
Little Learners Morning Pre-K 2019-2020 Youngsters 3 and 4 years of age are introduced to a variety of recreational and educational learning experiences through activities such as arts and crafts, music, drawing, and story-telling. Activities are designed to develop and enhance the basic principles of sharing, communication, social interaction, and cooperation with peers and adult staff. Children learn about shapes, colors, numbers, letters, good manners, days of the week, seasons of the year, our weather, etc. Requirements: Children must be toilet trained (no diapers or pull-ups) and be three years old by December 31. Parents are required to present a birth certificate and an immunization record on their child's first day. MORNING PROGRAMS Ages: 3 - 4 years Dates: Week of September 23 through mid June Time: 9:00 - 11:30 AM Fee: 5 MORNINGS: $1950, Non-residents $2210 3 MORNINGS: $1175, Non-residents $1335 2 MORNINGS: $785, Non-residents $895
4 CONVENIENT SITES Bronx River Road Center 680 Bronx River Road | Teacher: Sheila Bannon Bernice Spreckman Community Center Monday – Friday - starting September 23 777 McLean Avenue | Teacher: Maureen Mastrocola Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - starting September 23 Monday – Friday - starting September 23 Thursday & Friday - starting September 26 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - starting September 23 Cola Center Thursday & Friday - starting September 26 945 North Broadway | Teacher: Caryn Dronzek Will Library Monday, Tuesday, Wed nesday - starting September 23 1500 Central Park Avenue | Teacher: Lucy Celaj Monday – Friday - starting September 23 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday - starting September 23 Thursday & Friday - starting September 26
REGISTRATION BEGINS JULY 17
Registration Registration for this popular program begins Wednesday, July 17 at 8:00 PM. Create a family account and register 24 hours a day at register.communitypass.net/yonkers. You can also register in person at the Parks Department Building located at 285 Nepperhan Avenue. For more information, please call 377-6440. See registration details on page 7.
14 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE PRE-K RECREATION
Pre-Ballet for Pre-K Instructor: Elisa Bonneau and Donna Moynihan An introduction to basic ballet technique while enjoying dance exercises in a cheerful atmosphere. Children learn to move across the floor, line up, share, take turns, and express themselves through movement games. Maximum 10 students per class. Requirements: Footwear: Ballet shoes with either leather soles or soles with a leather strip/ patch. Attire: Dancewear/form-fitting clothes. Wear leotards and tights only. No ballet skirts or costumes. Children should not wear rings, bracelets or necklaces.
Dates: Wednesday classes start on May 8 Friday classes start on May 10 and include Monday, May 20 and Tuesday, June 11. Monday classes start on May 6 and include one Wednesday (May 29).
WEDNESDAYS (with Elisa) Yonkers Montessori Academy 160 Woodlawn Avenue Ages 3 – 4.5 years: 4:00 - 4:45 pm Ages 4.5 – 5 years: 4:50 - 5:35 pm FRIDAYS (with Elisa) Yonkers Montessori Academy 160 Woodlawn Avenue Ages 3 – 4.5 years: 5:00 - 5:45 pm Ages 4.5 – 5 years: 5:45 - 6:30 pm MONDAYS (with Donna) School 16 759 North Broadway Ages 3 – 4.5 years: 4:30 - 5:15 pm Ages 4.5 – 5 years: 5:30 - 6:15 pm Fees: $55 for 6 classes. Non-residents $70.
See registration details on page 7
YONKERSNY.GOV 15 PRE-K RECREATION Register for these USSI programs For more information and to register visit www.USSportsinstitute.com or call 732-563-2520 Multi Sports Squirts Soccer Squirts Children try a variety of sports including Lacrosse, Soccer, Soccer Squirts introduces boys and girls to the “Beautiful T-Ball and Track & Field in a safe, structured environment. Game.” Children learn the fundamental skills of soccer Everyone receives a certificate. through a program of structured activities, fun games, Spring Schedule and scrimmages. Everyone receives a certificate. Ages: 3 - 5 years Spring Schedule Dates: 6 Saturdays, starting April 27 Ages: 3 - 5 years Time: 1:45 - 2:30 PM Dates: 6 Saturdays, starting April 27 (No classes Memorial Day weekend) Times: 2:45 - 3:30 PM, 3:45 - 4:30 or 4:45 - 5:30 OR PM Dates: 6 Sundays, starting April 28 (No class Memorial Day weekend) Time: 1:45 - 2:30 PM OR (No classes Memorial Day weekend) Dates: 6 Sundays, starting April 28 (Each day requires a separate registration fee) Time: 2:45 - 3:30 PM or 3:45 - 4:30 PM Fee: $99 (No class Memorial Day weekend.) Location: Kardash Park (Each day and time requires a separate registration fee) Bretton Road, off Odell Avenue Fee: $99 Location: Kardash Park One Day Weekly Summer Program Bretton Road, off Odell Avenue Ages: 3 - 5 years Dates: 5 Tuesdays, starting June 25 One Day Weekly Summer Programs Time: 3:30 - 4:15 PM OR 4:30 - 5:15 PM Ages: 3-5 years Fee: $85 Dates: 5 Wednesdays, starting June 26 (Each time slot requires a separate registration fee) Time: 3:30 - 4:15 PM, 4:30 - 5:15 PM OR or 5:30 - 6:15 PM Dates: 6 Sundays, starting June 30 Fee: $85 Time: 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM OR Fee: $99 Dates: 6 Sundays, Starting June 30 Location: Scotti Park Times: 9:30 – 10:15 0r 10:30 – 11:15 AM Opposite 727 Bronx River Road (Each time slot requires a separate registration fee) Fee: $99 Location: Scotti Park, opposite 727 Bronx River Rd. Summer Camps Ages: 3-5 years Dates: 5 days, July 22 - 26 Times: 9:30 - 10:15 or 10:30 - 11:15 AM (Each time slot requires a separate registration fee) Fee: $85
16 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE PRE-K RECREATION Register for these USSI programs For more information and to register visit www.USSportsinstitute.com or call 732-563-2520 T-Ball Squirts and Senior Squirts Golf Senior Squirts A great way to introduce young sluggers to our Using the SNAG system (Starting New at Golf), “National Pastime.” Players will develop their children use oversized, lightweight clubs that skills in hitting, throwing and fielding through encourage a correct grip and swing. Colorful fun games and activities. A scrimmage ends each velcro targets are used rather than holes. The first session. Everyone receives a certificate. golf club in the USA was established in 1888 in Ages: 3-5 years Yonkers! Let’s add to this rich tradition. Everyone Dates: 6 Sundays, starting April 28 receives a certificate. Time: 4:45 - 5:30 PM Ages: 5-7 (No classes Memorial Day weekend) Dates: July 8-12 Fee: $99 Time: 9:00 - 11:00 AM Fee: $119 Location: Kardash Park Location: Lincoln High School athletic field Bretton Road, off Odell Avenue Kneeland Avenue at Borcher Avenue
One Day Weekly Summer Program Dates: 5 Tuesdays, starting June 25 Time: 4:30 - 5:15 PM (Ages 3-5) 5:30 - 6:15 PM (Ages 3-4) (Each time slot requires a separate registration fee) Ages: 5-6 years Time: 5:30 - 6:15 PM Fee: $85 Location: Scotti Park opposite 727 Bronx River Road
YONKERSNY.GOV 17 PRE-K RECREATION Register for these USSI programs For more information and to register visit www.USSportsinstitute.com or call 732-563-2520
Basketball Squirts and Senior Squirts Introduce your future NBA star to the high energy game of basketball. Using special-sized balls and basket heights, this program will encourage players to develop motor skills and basic passing, dribbling, and shooting. Senior Squirts will also develop an understanding of teamwork. Dates: July 15-19 Times: Squirts…Ages 4-5….4:30 – 5:30 PM Sr. Squirts…Ages 5-7…5:30 – 6:30 PM Fee: $99 Location: Welty Park Barton Road, off Mile Square Road
Tennis Squirts A fun-filled learning adventure that introduces children to the world of tennis. Topics covered include balance, hand-eye coordination, racquet skills, and grip. Each session is taught through structured activities, fun games, and scrimmages that ensure learning and most importantly: fun! Ages: 3-5 Dates: 6 Wednesdays, starting April 24 Times: 12:00 – 12:45 PM or 12:45 – 1:30 PM (Each time slot has a separate registration fee) Fee: $99 Location: Kinsley Park Park Avenue at Morsemere Avenue
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Parent & Me T-Ball Parent & Me Soccer Squirts Mom or Dad lend a helping hand as children With a parent by their side, children will have fun experience hitting, fielding, and throwing. All learning fundamental skills: dribbling, shooting and children receive a certificate. passing. All children receive a certificate. Ages: 2-3 years Ages: 2-3 years Dates: 6 Sundays starting April 28 Dates: 6 Saturdays, starting April 27 (No class Memorial Day weekend) Time: 3:45 - 4:30 PM or 4:45 - 5:30 PM Time: 4:45 – 5:30 PM OR Fee: $99 Dates: 6 Sundays, starting April 28 Location: Kardash Park Time: 2:45 - 3:30 PM or 3:45 - 4:30 PM Bretton Road, off Odell Avenue (No classes Memorial Day weekend.)
Parent & Me Multi Sports Squirts (Each day and time requires a separate registration fee) Fee: $99 Children will try soccer, lacrosse, T-Ball and more, Location: Kardash Park all with a helping hand from Mom or Dad. All Bretton Road, off Odell Avenue children receive a certificate. One Day Weekly Summer Programs Spring Schedule Ages: 2-3 years Ages: 2-3 years Dates: 5 Wednesdays, starting June 26 Dates: 6 Sundays starting April 28 (No classes on July 3rd) (No class Memorial Day weekend) Time: 3:30 - 4:15 PM Time: 1:45 - 2:30 PM Fee: $85 Fee: $99 OR Location: Kardash Park Dates: 6 Sundays starting June 30 Bretton Road, off Odell Avenue Time: 8:30 – 9:15 PM Summer Schedule Fee: $99 Ages: 2-3 years Location: Scotti Park Dates: 5 Tuesdays, starting June 25 Opposite 727 Bronx River Road Time: 3:30 - 4:15 PM Fee: $85 Summer Camp Location: Scotti Park Ages: 2-3 years Opposite 727 Bronx River Road Dates: 5 days, July 22-26 Time: 8:30 - 9:15 AM Fee: $85 Location: Welty Park Barton Road, off Mile Square Road
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Spring Ballet-Level 1 Instructor: Elisa Bonneau Vaganova (Russian) technique. Learn basic ballet technique, music appreciation and vocabulary while building self-esteem. Requirements: Ballet shoes with either leather soles or soles with a leather strip/patch. Attire: Girls wear black long or short-sleeve leotard, pink footed tights. No ballet skirts. Children should not wear rings, bracelets or necklaces. Hair must be tied or pinned back. Ages: 6 - 9 years, with or without experience Dates: Fridays, starting May 10 (Schedule includes Monday, May 20 and American Safety & Health Institute Tuesday June 11) CertifiedBaby-Sitting Training Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM Instructor: Tabitha Alston Location: Yonkers Montessori Academy The American Safety & Health Institute and Yonkers 160 Woodlawn Avenue Department of Parks recognize the importance of being Fee: $55 for 6 classes. Non-residents: $70 trained to supervise children. Skills such as handling emergencies, giving basic first aide, and caring for Pop Stars Dance Camp children will be discussed. A “Course Completion Card” Instructor: Silvana Larkin is issued to those who pass the Course. All students Campers will shine like their favorite pop stars as they receive a baby-sitter’s handbook. A bagged lunch is experience jazz and hip hop to age appropriate music. permitted. Requirements: Students MUST pre-register They will play dance games, learn choreography, and according to the schedule below. Bring a baby doll. work towards a final group performance. Each class is Parents: Please arrive at 8:45 am so the class can start on limited to 12 students, with or without experience. time. Ages: 11-15 Requirements: Loose clothing/movement clothes Date: May 18 - You must register by May 7 (no jeans) and jazz shoes, available at any dance attire store. Barefoot permitted. Bring a water bottle. Times: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM Location: Nodine Hill Community Center Ages: 5 - 11 years, boys and girls 140 Fillmore Street Dates: August 5 - 9 and August 12 - 16 Inside the Fleming Field parking lot. Times: Ages 5 - 7, 9:00 – 10:30 AM Fee: $47 for everyone Ages 8 -11, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Supply Fee: $10 for supplies noted above. Fee: $100 for two weeks Cash only, to instructor at class. Non-residents: $115 Location: Nodine Hill Community Center 140 Fillmore Street Inside Fleming Field parking lot See registration details on page 7
20 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE YOUTH RECREATION Acoustic Guitar Instructor: Rob Hall Beginners learn the basics from chords and simple strumming to melodies and reading music. Maximum 10 students. Extra cash fee at second class for instruction book. Beginners Plus is for students who have taken this class or have other experience and are able to read music notes. Requirements: Bring your own guitar. Dates: 6 Saturdays, starting on May 11 Family Knitting and Crochet (No classes Memorial Day Weekend) Ages/Times: 9–16 years Beginners, 10:00 - 11:00 AM Instructor: Victoria Steven 10–16 years Beg. Plus 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM Knitting and Crochet are creative, relaxing pastimes. No experience? No problem! Create Fee: $55 for 6 classes, Non-residents: $70 memories together at these inter-generational Location: Yonkers Montessori Academy classes. Learn from an expert in a friendly, 160 Woodlawn Avenue engaging environment. BEGINNER (LOOM) KNITTING Advanced Youth & Teen Guitar Your first project is a scarf and matching hat in your Instructor: Rob Hall favorite colors. Supply fee: $20 cash per person Expand your skills in chords, rhythms, melodies, and due at first class. Youngsters must be 6-17 years of reading for use in diverse playing styles. Not a class age and be accompanied by a participating adult. for beginners. Bring your own acoustic or electric Returning families will make a more complex project guitar. Maximum 10 students. Supply Fee: extra (socks & slippers). cash fee at second class for instruction book. Ages: 12 - 17 years BEGINNER CROCHET Make a crochet bag, mobile phone case or head band Dates: Saturdays, starting on May 11 with flower in your favorite colors. Learn single and Times: 12:15 - 1:15 PM double stitches. Supply fee: $15 cash per person due at Fee: $55 for 6 classes, Non-residents: $70 first class. Youngsters must be 8-17 years of age and be Location: Yonkers Montessori Academy accompanied by a participating adult. 160 Woodlawn Avenue Dates: Saturdays, starting May 4 Times: Knitting: 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM Crochet: 11:00 AM –12:00 PM Location: Yonkers Montessori Academy 160 Woodlawn Avenue Fees: Each program $55 for 6 classes. Non-residents $70 Fee is for one adult and one youngster in the same class. Add $30 for a second youngster in that same class.
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Fun-Tech Instructors: Ayana Thomas & Langston Masingale Junior engineers explore and experience STEAM: Max 15 students per class. Supply Fee: $15 cash Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math per student due at first class.Requirements: Bring through take-home projects such as electric cars, your apron, smock or over-sized T-shirt to protect constellation generators, magnetic slime, squishy clothing. Hair must be tied or pinned back. Call soap, hologram projectors, and VR glasses. Stu- 377-6440 after registering to make us aware of dents will have a successful and fun learning expe- allergies your child has. rience in a safe environment that includes interac- Dates: 6 Saturdays starting May 4 tive music and media into each session. (No classes Memorial Day weekend) Ages 7-9 learn principles including simple mole- Times: Ages 7-9…….9:45 AM – 10:45 AM cules, how batteries function, and an introduction Ages 10-12….11:00 AM – 12:00 PM to simple electronics. Ages 10-12 will also learn about basic schematic symbols, and intro to electri- Fee: $55, Non-residents $70 cal engineering, including the basic components in Location: Yonkers Montessori Academy their homes. 160 Woodlawn Avenue
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Register for these USSI programs For more information and to register visit www.USSportsinstitute.com or call 732-563-2520
Foundation Golf Camp Summer Multi-Sports Camps Using the SNAG system (Starting New at Golf), Experience more than 15 different sports from around children use modified clubs that encourage correct the world including soccer, basketball, volleyball, chipping, putting, and driving. They also learn about cricket, flag football, handball and more. Campers golf sportsmanship. The first golf club in the USA was play up to four sports each day in an atmosphere that established in 1888 in Yonkers! Let’s add to this rich promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork and fun. tradition. Everyone receives a T-shirt and certificate. A unique camp truly dedicated to children of all skill Ages: 8-10 levels. Dates: July 8-12 Ages: 5-12 Times: 9:00 - 11:00 AM Dates: August 5-9, 12-16, 19-23 or 26-30 Fee: $119 Times Location: Lincoln High School athletic field & Fees: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM – $145 Kneeland Avenue at Borcher Avenue 1:00 - 4:00 PM – $129 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM – $189 (Each week has a separate registration fee) Location: Welty Park Spring Break Multi-Sports Camp Barton Road, off Mile Square Road Be active during spring break! Experience different sports from around the world including soccer, basketball, volleyball, cricket, flag football, handball, and much more in an atmosphere that promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun. A unique 4-day camp for children of all skill levels. Ages: 5-12 Dates: April 15-18 (Rain date is April 19) Time & Fees: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM – $115 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM – $90 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM – $140 Location: Welty Park Barton Road, off Mile Square Road
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Future Stars Basketball Camp Instructor: John Volpe Campers will learn and develop the fundamental skills of offensive and defensive play. Proper methods will be stressed and combined to improve their overall game. Requirements: Sneakers and shorts. Bring a water bottle and a light snack. Ages: 8 -15 years Dates: Monday - Friday Session I - July 1 - 12 Session II - July 15 - 26 Session III - July 29 - Aug 9 Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Fee: Any 1 Session $200; Non-residents: $225 Any 2 Sessions $370; Non-residents: $420 All 3 Sessions $520; Non-residents: $595 Location: Lincoln High School gymnasium Kneeland Avenue at Borcher Avenue Tennis Camp Instructors: Jon Lee & Max Sanchez Join our two Tennis “Pros” in a socially-friendly camp environment on newly-resurfaced courts. Youngsters will develop fundamental skills though instruction and competition in both singles and doubles play. We’ve added ages 14 -16! Requirements: Tennis racquet and sneakers, also please bring your own drinking water and a light snack. Ages: 6 - 16 years Dates: Monday - Friday Time: 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Session I July 1 – July 12 Session II July 15 – July 26 Session III July 29 – Aug 9 Fee: Any 1 Session $200; Non-residents: $225 Any 2 Sessions $370; Non-residents: $420 All 3 Sessions $520; Non-residents: $595 Location: Kinsley Park Park Avenue at Morsemere Avenue Rain Site: School 16 Annex - gymnasium
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Fees: 9:00 AM to 9:00 AM to Duration 12:00 PM 3:00 PM Week 1...3 Days $115 $180 (July 1-3) Register for any 1 $180 $290 five-day week Register for any 2 weeks, get any 3rd $355 $575 week FREE Register for any 3 weeks, get any 4th $530 $860 Red Bulls Soccer Camp and 5th week FREE Red Bulls soccer camps returns with exciting features: Register for 4 weeks, Half day and full day options are now available along get 5th and 6th $720 $1165 with Free Camp Weeks, and a pre-season training weeks FREE week at the end of August. This camp is conducted by professionally-trained male and female coaches with a • 10% sibling discount available focus on mastering skills in a fun, learning environment. • Note: Week 1 (3 days) can be applied towards the Campers receive an Adidas soccer ball, Adidas Red Bulls Free Weeks offer. Example: Register for July 1-3 and T-Shirt, Certificate of Achievement signed by the Red one additional week, then get any 3rd week for free. Bulls team, and a complimentary ticket to a game at Red • To qualify for one or more full-day (9:00 AM – Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ. 3:00 PM) free weeks, the original registration must also be for a full-day program. Campers Ages: 6-14 years (half day), 7-14 (full day) who attend the half-day schedule in preceding Beginners to advanced level players weeks will qualify for half-day Free Weeks. Dates: Week 1 July 1 - 3 • A $25 late registration fee will take effect within Week 2 July 8 - 12 fourteen days of the start date. Week 3 July 15 - 19 Location: Fleming Field soccer complex Week 4 July 22 - 26 Fillmore Street, off Prescott Street Week 5 July 29 - August 2 Register: Register On-line at Week 6 August 26 - 30 www.redbullsacademy.com. (Enter zip Pre-season Training code to search for City of Yonkers) Half and Full Day available each week Questions about registration? Half Day: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Call 888-370-7287 Full Day: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM or email [email protected] NEW: Free Sample Clinic – Tuesday, April 16, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Fleming Field For more information email: [email protected]
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Tennis Instructors: Jon Lee and Max Sanchez Beginners will learn forehand and backhand, strokes, serving, volleying, rules, and tennis etiquette. Intermediates learn court strategies and ground strokes. Requirements: Wear sneakers and bring a tennis racquet.
SPRING - BEGINNER SPRING - INTERMEDIATE 6 Wednesdays, starting May 8, 7:15 - 8:30 pm 6 Wednesdays, starting May 8, 8:30 - 9:45 pm Cross Hill Academy Cross Hill Academy Use rear entrance driveway, off western end of Use rear entrance driveway, off western end of Odell Avenue Odell Avenue FEE: $60 for 6 classes. Non-residents: $75 FEE: $60 for 6 classes. Non-residents: $75
Zumba Strong Instructor: Kimberly Caso Strong by Zumba combines body weight, muscle conditioning and cardio moves with the science of synced music motivation. This is a high intensity interval training that focuses on moving to the beat. In a one hour class you will burn calories while toning arms, legs, abs and gluteus. Please bring a mat, water and a towel. Weights are not required but recommended.
SPRING SUMMER 6 Fridays, starting May 10, 6:30 - 7:30 PM 6 Fridays, starting July 5, 7:00 - 8:00 PM Cola Center, 945 North Broadway Cola Center, 945 North Broadway Inside entrance to Untermyer Park Inside entrance to Untermyer Park FEE: $60 for 6 classes. Non-residents: $75 FEE: $60 for 6 classes. Non-residents: $75
Vinyasa Yoga Level 1/2 Instructor: Violaine Herlitz Yoga practices that coordinate breath and movement into a series of poses followed by a soothing deep relaxation. Focuses on proper body alignment, and stretches and strengthens the entire body. This class is for all fitness levels. Requirements: mat, blankets and pillows as needed for support and comfort.
SPRING 6 Tuesdays, starting May 7, 6:45 - 8:00 PM Cola Center, 945 North Broadway Inside entrance to Untermyer Park FEE: $60 for 6 classes. Non-residents: $75
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Morning W.O.N.D.E.R. Dance Exercise with a with a touch of Zumba® Gold touch of Zumba® Fitness Instructor: Diane Capurso Instructor: Diane Capurso Women of New Dance Energy & Rhythm class wakes This is dance fitness with lots of fun. Some light kick you up by bringing exercise into your morning through boxing, line dancing, and weights will be used. Also dance. A fun class with easy-to-follow steps and infused into this cardio dance combo is the Latin/ invigorating music, and with a touch of Zumba Gold, International rhythms and dance steps of Zumba. you’ll have a blast while feeling fit fast! Requirements: Bring a light volleyball size ball, mat or Requirements: Bring a volleyball-size ball, mat or towel, towel, and 1-5 lb weights. and 1-5 lb weights. SPRING SPRING 5 Wednesdays starting May 22, 7:15 - 8:35 PM 5 Fridays, starting May 24, 9:15 - 10:15 AM SUMMER SUMMER 5 Wednesdays, starting July 17, 7:15 - 8:35 PM 5 Fridays, starting July 19, 9:15 - 10:15 AM Cola Center, 945 North Broadway Cola Center, 945 North Broadway Inside entrance to Untermyer Park Inside entrance to beautiful Untermyer Park FEE: $52 for 5 classes. Non-residents: $67 FEE: $52 for 5 classes. Non-residents: $67 Slimmersize with a Dance Exercise with a touch of Zumba® Fitness touch of Zumba® Toning Instructor: Lydia M. Otero Instructor: Diane Capurso A half hour of Zumba and a half hour of toning This class will have you movin’ and groovin’ to various styles exercises that use resistance tubing and weights. of dance and even incorporates light body boxing and Come join this combination of fitness and get to your weight control using aerobic exercise and creative dance “slimmer size!” Requirements: Please bring 2-5lb movements. With a touch of Zumba Toning you’ll have weights and a mat or towel. a blast working your muscles while your body hustles! SPRING Requirements: Bring a mat or towel and 1-5 lb weights 6 Thursdays, starting May 9, 7:00 - 8:00 PM or toning sticks. SPRING SUMMER 6 Thursdays, starting July 11, 7:00 - 8:00 PM 5 Wednesdays starting May 22, 5:45 - 7:00 PM SUMMER Bernice Spreckman Community Center 5 Wednesdays, starting July 17, 5:45 - 7:00 PM 777 McLean Avenue FEE: $60 for 6 classes. Non-residents: $75 Cola Center, 945 North Broadway Inside entrance to Untermyer Park FEE: $52 for 5 classes. Non-residents: $67
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Zumba® Fitness Instructor: Rufus Gibson A total body workout combining low-intensity and high-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval- style, calorie burning dance fitness party. Wear light, comfortable clothing and sneakers with smooth soles or shoes with good support. Requirements: Bring water and a towel. SPRING ACOUSTIC GUITAR 5 Mondays, 1 Tuesday starting May 20 Instructor: Rob Hall 6:45 - 7:45 PM An introduction to Acoustic Guitar for absolute Bernice Spreckman Community Center beginners (no experience) and for players with limited 777 McLean Avenue experience. Learn to read and play basic notation, FEE: $60 for Residents, $75 for Non Residents melodies, rhythm, and chords. Students must provide SUMMER their own acoustic guitars. Maximum 10 students. Extra 6 Mondays, starting July 8, 6:45 - 7:45 PM cash fee due at second class for instruction book. Bernice Spreckman Community Center SPRING 777 McLean Avenue 5 Mondays, 1 Tuesday starting on May 20 FEE: $60 for Residents, $75 for Non Residents 8:05 - 9:05 PM Bernice Spreckman Community Center 777 McLean Avenue FEE: $60 for Residents, Non-Residents: $75 BOLLY X Instructor: Jasmine Jacob Unleash your inner rockstar. Experience a Bollywood inspired dance fitness program that combines exhilarating choreography and calorie burning workouts with upbeat music from around the world. All levels welcome. SUMMER 6 Tuesdays, starting on June 25 5:30 - 6:30 PM Bernice Spreckman Community Center 777 McLean Avenue FEE: $60 for Residents, $75 for Non Residents
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The Mark Twain Pool and the Yonkers Department of What role do I play in my child’s Parks, Recreation and Conservation are an approved Training Center for the Starfish Aquatics Institute and swimming development? an Authorized Provider for StarGuard™ and StarFish As a parent or caregiver, you play a vital role in your Swimming ™. Starfish Swimming is a nationally child’s swimming development. You have already recognized swim instruction curriculum developed by taken the first step, by registering your child for swim the Starfish Aquatics Institute (SAI). Learn more about lessons. The bathtub is a great place to start practicing! SAI at www.starfishaquatics.org. Bubbles, breath holding, looking underwater, floating, The Starfish Swimming curriculum is designed for and kicking can all take place in the bathtub! A few student’s age’s 6 months to adult. Benchmarks are trips to the pool between swim lessons are nice too! established at each stage in the program that combines You shouldn’t feel the need to push children to do both swimming and safety skills. Students participate in everything they are doing in swim lessons. Just give experiential learning activities that allow them to explore them the opportunity to get wet, splash around, and the water in a creative and comfortable environment. explore the water on their own terms. Correct swimming techniques are taught from the very BUT REMEMBER: Supervision is a must! While beginning, providing an easy transition to swim team. swimming lessons are one layer of protection, nothing Inside this guide, you will find the curriculum used in beats supervision. Keep your eyes on your child the StarBabies™/ StarTots™ (ages 6 months to 36 whenever you are in, on, or near the water. months), Starfish Swim School® (ages 3 and up), and The Starfish Swimming logo, Starfish Swimming word Starfish Stroke School™ programs. Our swim instructors mark, and Starfish Swim School word mark are registered will communicate your child’s progression through the trademarks of SAI. The StarBabies, StarTots, and Starfish curriculum on a regular basis. Stroke School word marks are trademarks of SAI.
StarBabies™ and StarTots™ STAGE YELLOW: Submersion The purpose of this course is to foster in very young Safety Skill: Use flotation to help someone in the water children a high comfort level in the water while at the and know how to call 911. same time training parents and caregivers in water Swim Skill: Enter from the wall, submerge, turn safety and drowning prevention.This course does not around, grab on to the wall, and pull up (assisted). teach children to become accomplished swimmers or to survive in the water; it does provide a confidence- STAGE BLUE: Air Recovery and Rollover building, fun, and loving experience. Safety Skill: Identify six methods of preventing recreational water illness. STAGE WHITE: Trust and Comfort Swim Skill: Enter from the wall, submerge, come Safety Skill: Understand constant and dedicated to surface unassisted and get a breath in vertical or surveillance. horizontal (on back) position. Swim Skill: Parent and child are relaxed and confident, STAGE GREEN: Forward Movement and enjoy being in the water together. Safety Skill: Know about infant and child CPR. STAGE RED: Body Positions Swim Skill: Move through the water independently 10 Safety Skill: Fit and properly put a lifejacket on the child. feet, with or without flotation. Swim Skill: Perform a relaxed front, back, vertical, and side position for at least 5 seconds each.
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Starfish Swim School® Starfish Stroke School™ Students work toward development of the five core Students refine freestyle and learn stroke technique for swimming competencies and receive color stage awards backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke, and more! for each achievement. The color stages are used to STAGE WHITE: Freestyle, Introduction to divide students into broad ability groups. Children Backstroke progress at individual rates with the opportunity to learn Safety Skill: Always ask permission before getting in the core swimming skills and progress to advanced the water. strokes. Learning is self-paced but challenging. Swim Skill: Swim freestyle 30 feet with body stretched STAGE WHITE: Trust and Submersion out and consistent form; swim 30 feet of triple-switch Safety Skill: Always ask permission backstroke. before getting in the water. STAGE RED: Backstroke, Introduction to Butterfly Swim Skill: Assisted submersion, relaxed, 5 seconds and then come up to breathe. Safety Skill: Put on a lifejacket while in the water, kick 30 feet. STAGE RED: Body Position and Air Recovery Swim Skill: Swim 30 feet backstroke with straight Safety Skill: Put on a lifejacket, float on back, kick 20 feet. arm recovery, body roll, good arm and body extension; Swim Skill: Jump in, submerge, recover for air, roll on perform arm down pulsing for 15 feet. back for 5 seconds in swimwear and in regular clothes. STAGE YELLOW: Butterfly STAGE YELLOW: Submersion Safety Skill: Scenario assist and know when and how Safety Skill: Reach or Throw (Don’t Go) and know how to call 911. to call 911. Swim Skill: Swim 4 strokes butterfly with only one Swim Skill: Jump in, submerge; recover for air, forward breath, then remainder of pool freestyle. movement 10 feet, change direction, and return to wall in swimwear and in regular clothes. STAGE BLUE: Breaststroke STAGE BLUE: Body Rotation Safety Skill: Discuss the Starfish safety concepts. Safety Skill: Tread water 15 seconds. Swim Skill: Swim 30 feet breaststroke with good Swim Skill: Jump in, submerge, recover to side glide timing and extension. position and kick 10 feet. STAGE GREEN: Endurance STAGE GREEN: Integrated Movement Safety Skill: Tread water or survival float for 2 minutes. Safety Skill: Survival float and tread water for 30 seconds. Swim Skill: Swim freestyle 50 yards; swim backstroke Swim Skill: Start in side glide, swim freestyle 30 feet 50 yards; swim 25 yards butterfly; swim 50 yards with 1-2-3 breathe pattern. breaststroke; perform freestyle and backstroke flip turns and butterfly and breaststroke open turns.
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Spring Mini Aquatics 2019 (4 week session - twice a week)
The Mark Twain Pool/Yonkers Avenue Pool is an SWIM PLACEMENT: Tuesday, May 28, 6:00 - 8:00 PM, approved Training Center for Starfish Aquatics™ Mark Twain Pool, 160 Woodlawn Avenue. Institute and an authorized provider ONLINE REGISTRATION: Wed., May 29, 8:00 PM. for Starguard™ & Starfish Swimming™ register.communitypass.net. Classes meet twice a SWIM PLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS: If your week for 4 weeks. Starfish Swim School® for Youth child has not participated in our program, you (Ages 5 – 12) Students work toward development must bring them to Swim Placement for correct of the five core swimming competencies using age- assessment for our swim classes, unless you know appropriate learning activities. Learning is selfpaced they are White/Red (Beginner) in Starfish Swim but challenging. Stages are as follows: White, Red, School, StarBabies, StarTot, and Swim School for Yellow, Blue, Green. Fee: $120 Non-residents $150. Preschool, Teens and Adult swim classes. Please All participants MUST PASS EACH COLOR LEVEL look at class description online for start date. before moving on to next level.
CORE SKILL ACHIEVEMENT STAGES SPECIALTY COURSES Starfish White Red Yellow Blue Green Stroke School Swim Clinic If the student is If the student If the student is If the student can If the student can If the student If the student can afraid of water, can’t swim not afraid, can swim underwater tread water for at has achieved a swim 25 yards can’t swim at all without float on front or on the surface, least 15 seconds, GREEN Starfish freestyle with side and will not get support but and back and and can get an and can swim Swim School breathing, face wet... loves the water, can jump in and occasional breath freestyle with Award Patch needs to build SIGN UP FOR will get face wet return to surface rotary (side) and needs to endurance and WHITE GROUP and will jump in SIGN UP FOR breathing learn or refine wants to learn SIGN UP FOR BLUE GROUP backstroke, turns, starts, SIGN UP FOR YELLOW SIGN UP FOR breaststroke, and swim RED GROUP GROUP GREEN GROUP butterfly team training SIGN UP FOR techniques STROKE SCHOOL SIGN UP FOR STARFISH SWIM CLINIC WHITE/RED YELLOW BLUE GREEN Mark Twain Pool Mark Twain Pool Mark Twain Pool Mark Twain Pool Monday/Thursday Monday/Thursday Monday/Wednesday Monday/Thursday W 6:05 - 6:35 PM 6:35 - 7:05 PM 7:05 - 7:50 PM 7:05 - 7:50 PM 6:35 - 7:05 PM R Tuesday/Friday Tuesday/Friday Tuesday/Friday Tuesday/Friday 6:35 - 7:05 PM 7:05 - 7:50 PM 7:05 - 7:50 PM 6:05 - 6:35 PM W Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday/Saturday R 6:35 - 7:05 PM Wed. 7:05 - 7:35 PM Wed. 7:05 - 7:50 PM Wed. 7:05 - 7:50 PM Wednesday/Saturday Sat. 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM Sat. 12:00 - 12:45 PM Sat. 12:00 - 12:45 PM W 6:05 - 6:35 PM R 6:35 - 7:05 PM W 11:00 - 11:30 AM R 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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StarBabies™ Starfish Swim School® for Preschoolers (Adult & Infant ages 6 months - 18 months) (Ages 3 and 4) Days: 4 Saturdays ONLY, starting June 1 Designed to meet the needs of children ages 3 and Time: 10:00 - 10:30 AM 4 , this course will develop a high comfort level in the Location: Mark Twain Pool water and a readiness to swim and for those children 160 Woodlawn Avenue who are developmentally ready, it will teach functional swim skills. This teaches swimming through creative, fun Fee: $55 Non-residents: $85 activities in the water. Students work toward developing the five competencies and progress toward achieving StarTots™ the benchmarks at their own pace in a small-group (Adult and Toddler ages 18 months - 48 months) setting. The purpose of the StarBabies and StarTots course Days: 4 Mondays, starting June 3 and is to develop in very young children a high comfort 4 Thursdays, starting June 6 level in the water while at the same time training 4 Tuesdays, starting June 4 and the adults who accompany them in water safety 4 Fridays, starting June 7 and drowning prevention. This course does not teach children to become accomplished swimmers 4 Wednesdays, starting June 5 and or to survive in the water; it does provide a 4 Saturdays, starting June 1 confidence-building, fun, and loving experience. Times: Mon./Thurs. 6:05 - 6:35 PM One adult must be in the water with each child. Tues./Fri. 6:05 - 6:35 PM Swim Diapers required. Wednesday 6:05 - 6:35 PM Days: 4 Saturdays starting June 1 Saturday 11:00 - 11:30 AM Time: 10:30 - 11:00 AM Location: Mark Twain Pool Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue 160 Woodlawn Avenue Fee: $120 Non-residents: $150 Fee: $55 Non-residents: $85 Learn To Swim for the Developmentally Disabled Enjoy a half hour of interactive swim with low staff to participant ratio. This program is designed for the developmentally disabled population. If a child needs a one on one ratio, parent MUST accompany child in water. Ages: 5 - 16 years old Dates: 4 Saturdays, starting June 1 Time: 12:45 - 1:15 PM Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue Fee: $54 Non-residents: $84
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Starfish Stroke School® Starfish Swim Clinic™ This course is for students of all ages who have This course is for students of all ages who have achieved the Green Stroke School benchmarks. achieved the green Stroke School benchmarks. Students refine freestyle and learn stroke technique Students learn and refine the competitive strokes for backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke, and develop plus develop an understanding of basic training endurance. principles such as using a pace clock, starts Stages are as follows: White, Red, Yellow, and turns, and racing. This program is a great Blue, Green. Please look at class description on introduction to competitive swimming in a low-key registration website for start date. environment. All participants MUST PASS EACH COLOR LEVEL Days: 4 Tuesdays and 4 Saturdays before moving on to the next level. starting June 1 Time: Tues., 7:05 - 7:50 PM White (Freestyle) Yellow (Butterfly) Sat., 12:00 - 12:45 PM Must pass ALL swim Blue (Breaststroke) Location: Mark Twain Pool school benchmarks in Green (Endurance) 160 Woodlawn Avenue order to register Must pass W/R/Y/B Fee: $120 Non-residents: $150 Monday/Thursday stroke benchmarks in 6:15 - 7:00 PM order to register Tuesday/Friday Monday/Thursday Hydrorevolution® Total Body Workout Y/B 7:05 - 7:50 PM 6:15 - 7:00 PM The Hydrorevolution® Total Body Workout Program Wednesday/Saturday Tuesday/Friday B/G 7:05 - 7:50 PM has been designed to take your overall fitness to 6:15 - 7:00 PM the next level! Incorporated in the workout are the 11:00 - 11:45 AM Wednesday/Saturday Y 7:05 - 7:50 PM Hydrorevolution® Barbell and Lower Body Fins. Red (Backstroke) G 7:05 - 7:50 PM The workout consists of a dynamic flexibility warm Monday/Thursday Sat. 12:00 - 12:45 PM up, strength & stability component which targets 6:15 - 7:00 PM your total body before finishing off with a dynamic Tuesday/Friday flexibility cool-down. The exercises in this program 6:15 - 7:00 PM are very challenging and will completely work your overall stability, balance, coordination and Wednesday/Saturday movement patterns. Amazing workout! 6:15 - 7:00 PM For more information visit www.hydrorevolution.com. 11:00 - 11:45 AM Dates: 4 Wednesdays starting June 5 SPECIALTY COURSES Time: 8:00 - 8:45 PM Starfish Stroke School Swim Clinic Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue If the student has achieved a If the student can swim 25 yards GREEN Starfish Swim School freestyle with side breathing, Fee: $60 Non-residents: $90 Award Patch and needs to learn needs to build endurance and or refine backstroke, breaststroke, wants to learn turns, starts, and butterfly swim team training techniques SIGN UP FOR SIGN UP FOR STROKE SCHOOL STARFISH SWIM CLINIC
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Recreation Open Swim Deep H2O Aquacise Open recreation swim. All parents must accompany Enjoy fabulous exercise in deep water with children in water. emphasis on lower body. Buoyant/resistance Dates: 4 Fridays, starting June 7 equipment provided or bring your own! You must be comfortable in the deep end of the pool. Time: 8:00 - 9:30 PM Dates: 4 Thursdays, starting June 6 Location: Mark Twain Pool Time: 8:00 - 8:45 PM 160 Woodlawn Avenue Fee: Adult $25 Child $15 Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue Non-residents: Adult $50 Child $40 Fee: $60 Non-residents: $90 Evening Lap Swim Low Impact Aquacise Work out or leisure swim at your own pace. Must circle swim if more than two persons in a lane. Aquatic cardio and strength exercises with Dates: 4 weeks, starting June 3 emphasis on minimal joint impact. Great class! Dates: 4 Saturdays ONLY starting June 1 Times: Mon./Wed./Fri. 8:00 - 9:30 PM Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Tues./Thur. 8:45 - 9:45 PM Location: Mark Twain Pool Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue 160 Woodlawn Avenue Fee: $60 Non-residents: $90 Fee: $54 Non-residents: $84 Senior Aquacise Aqua Zumba® Low impact aquacise for the young at heart. Water Integrating the Zumba® philosophy with traditional truly heals the body and soul! Age: 55+ aquatic fitness disciplines, Aqua Zumba® blends Dates: 4 Saturdays starting on June 1 it all together for a great fun workout. Just add Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM water! Be prepared to workout! Location: Mark Twain Pool Dates: 4 Mondays, starting June 3 160 Woodlawn Avenue Time: 8:00 - 8:45 PM Fee: $38 Non-residents: $90 Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue Fee: $60 Non-residents: $90
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SAF DrumsVibes SAF Aqua DrumsVibes is a combination of drum rhythms and functional moves. Lots of fun. Play drums in the water. Every move you make will be more effective. www.drumsvibes.com Dates: 4 Mondays starting June 3 Time: 8:00 - 8:45 PM Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue Fee: $60 Non-residents: $90
Starfish Swim/Stroke School® for Starfish Stroke School® for Adults Teens (Ages 12 -17) (Ages 18+) This course is designed to improve comfort and skill in the Students refine freestyle and learn stroke technique for water, regardless of past swimming experience. Students butterfly, backstroke, breastroke, and develop endurance. work toward developing the five basic core swimming Dates: 4 Mondays, starting June 3 competencies using principles of adult learning. Time: 8:00 - 8:45 PM Dates: 4 Mondays and 4 Thursdays Location: Mark Twain Pool starting June 3 160 Woodlawn Avenue Time: 7:05 - 7:50 PM Fee: $60 Non-residents: $90 Location: Mark Twain Pool 160 Woodlawn Avenue Yonkers Condors Tsunami Swim Team Fee: $120 Non-residents: $150 Yonkers Tsunami Competitive Swim Team has joined forces with the Westchester Condors to become part of USA Swimming year round. For Starfish Swim School® for Adults (Ages 18+) more details and registration information, please This course is designed to improve comfort and visit www.condorsswimming.com. skill in the water, regardless of past swimming experience. Students work toward developing STARGUARD™ Lifeguard Training the five basic core swimming competencies using Starfish Aquatic Institute (SAI) participants must principles of adult learning. successfully complete lifeguard training, first aid, Dates: 4 Tuesdays, starting June 4 or AED, and CPR, STARGUARD™. Certification is 4 Saturdays starting June 1 equivalent to lifeguard certification from American Time: Tuesdays 8:00 - 8:45 PM Red Cross, YMCA, Ellis & Associates, and NASCO. Saturdays 11:00 - 11:45 AM Must be 16 years old by completion of course. Location: Mark Twain Pool Please register online at https://register. 160 Woodlawn Avenue communitypass.net/yonkers for upcoming course Fee: $60 Non-residents: $90 information.
YONKERSNY.GOV 35 EDWARD J. MURRAY MEMORIAL SKATING CENTER
(914) 377-6469 • 348 Tuckahoe Road • Yonkers, NY 10710
Ice Skating Floor and Roller Hockey September through April. Ice Skating and Ice Full teams or individual players may join our Adult Hockey Programs for all ages and skill levels. Floor Hockey or Roller Hockey Leagues. Please call Registration begins in July 2019. The 2019-2020 for more information. season begins mid September 2019. Skate Park Public Roller Skating Skateboarders welcome! Please visit Yonkers one Wednesday & Thursday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM and only skate park. The park is located adjacent Friday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM & 7:00 - 10:00 PM to the entrance of E.J. Murray Memorial Skating June 26 – Aug. 23, 2019 Center. Opened every day from 8 AM to Dusk; General Admission $11.00 weather permitting. For more information, please Skate Rental $4.00. Birthday parties welcome! call 377-6469. Roller Skating Outings Rock ‘n Rods Car Cruise June through August - Arrange a roller skating Begins Wednesday, in May. Join us every outing for your group or organization. Wednesday from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. View the hottest Birthday parties welcome! Skate rentals available. vintage cars and street rods in Westchester.
2018-19 Annual Ice Skating Show
FREE ADMISSION Saturday, April 27, 6:00 PM Sunday, April 28, 2:00 PM
36 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE Take the Ice. Learn the Basics. Play the Game.
Join us for the Junior Rangers Rookie Series as we get your child on the ice experiencing the fun and excitement of hockey. Our Rookie Series includes three levels of play designed to introduce your child to this amazing sport as well as provide the early developmental training needed to keep them into the game.
Ages 5-9 Ages 5-9 Ages 5-10
First, we get them out on the ice! Get the basics down! Let’s take it up a notch! Let’s get your child playing some hockey, Here, your child learns and practices They know the basics, and now it’s time to moving in the gear and discovering whether the game. Skating, shooting, handling, add a little friendly competition to the mix. this sport is the right one for them. passing, teamwork - just a few of the This is an affordable, age-appropriate league areas covered in our 10-week program. where your child continues to get time on Each Session Includes: the ice, playing hockey, and developing their $ • Free rental skates and loaner equipment The Program’s 195 Fee Includes: skills for the future. • Full set of equipment, • Professional instruction alongside $ including skates The League’s 325 Fee Includes: Rangers alumni • 10 cross-ice games per season, all led by • Family-friendly schedule with • Convenient times across 25 different NYR staff 10 weeks of 1-hour sessions locations • No long distance travel, all games hosted • Professional instruction alongside • Free Rangers hockey stick for our at your local rink participants to take home NYR staff and Rangers alumni • Junior Rangers jersey • Post-skate meet & greet with NYR alumni • 25 convenient locations across the Tri-State area • Celebratory Junior Rangers Jamboree at the end of the year
Sign up at newyorkrangers.com/rookieseries
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Project Friendship is a group oriented program for ages 5 and above with developmental disabilities. Please note all participants need to be interviewed by Recreation Supervisor. We do not offer 1:1 services for participants of the program. If your child needs additional support you are required to attend and interact with them. For all school aged/workshop participants an Individual Evaluation Plan and/or Individual Service Plan is required for acceptance into the program. We encourage all participants to have OPWDD eligibility. The City of Yonkers is a waiver program. All participants must be toilet trained. Please call (914) 377-6438 with any questions. Fees (per participant): Yonkers Residents $175. Non-residents $360. Any group home individual $335. Please note: There will be an additional fee for bowling and some special events planned during the course of the year. Please note - if the participant is on the Medicaid waiver an ISP addendum and an approval letter needs to be submitted. No admission or readmission to this program is final until determined by the Parks Department.
ART THERAPY HERO TENNIS THEATRE WORKSHOP Participants learn about self expression and This program is designed to promote a Learn the wonderful craft of drama, self- creative arts during the fun-filled hour. Activities participant’s coordination and agility skills. expression and miming. include: painting, crafts and sculpting. Age: Children, Pre-teens, Teens and Adults Age: Children and Teens Age: Children and Pre-teens Days: Program meets weekly on Saturdays Day: Program meets twice a month on Day: Program meets twice a month on Time: 11:00 – 12:00 pm Saturdays Saturdays Location: Montessori 11 Gym Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm Time: 1:00 – 2:00 pm 160 Woodlawn Avenue Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. 777 McLean Avenue 777 McLean Avenue MUSIC THERAPY YOGA Participants will use music to explore and BOWLING The program enhances strength, breathing improve physical, psychological, cognitive and and balance. Each participant will learn Our bowling league provides staffing for social functioning breathing exercise techniques in a recreational supervision and assistance with score keeping. Age: Children and Teens environment. Bumpers are available. Day: Program meets twice a month every Age: Children and Pre-teens Age: Adults $9.00 per 2 games other Saturday Day: Program meets twice a month on Day: Fridays Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm Fridays Time: 3:30 – 5:30 pm Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pm Location: Paradise Lanes 777 McLean Avenue Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. 790 Yonkers Avenue 777 McLean Avenue CREATIVE WRITING PET THERAPY A program that explores your creativity, and This unique program uses a trained animal YOUNG ADULTS CLUB at the end of the program your loved one will to achieve specific physical, social, cognitive A social program for developmentally disable teens bring home a keepsake. and emotional goals with participants. through adult years. Activities include: going to Age: Children and Teens Age: Children and Pre-teens the movies, dine-outs, dance therapy, exercise, Day: Saturdays Day: Program meets twice a month on entertainment, art, dancing and much more. Time: 2:00 – 3:00 pm Fridays Age: Teens and Adults Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Time: 6:30 – 7:00 pm Day: Tuesdays Center 777 McLean Avenue Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm 777 McLean Avenue Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. DELIGHTFUL DINING 777 McLean Avenue Enjoy a wonderful hour of simple but delicious SPECIAL OLYMPICS food and etiquette. This will definitely be a Supervised sports instruction will be offered to ZUMBA program all will enjoy. participants who meet eligibility requirements for This fabulous program promotes self-esteem, Age: Children and Pre-teens the Westchester/Putnam Special Olympics. The morale and worth for all who attend. This Date: Program meets twice a month-first program is offered to teens and adults during motivational program will benefit all that attend. and third Saturdays the months of October through mid-May. Age: Children and Pre-teens Time: 3:00 – 4:00 pm Age: Teens and Adults Day: Program meets twice a month on Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. Day: Saturdays Fridays 777 McLean Avenue Time: 9:00 – 11:00 AM Time: 7:00 – 8:00 pm Location: Montessori 11 Gym Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. ENERGETIC EXERCISE 160 Woodlawn Avenue 777 McLean Avenue An upbeat fitness program for participants to enjoy. Age: Children and Pre-teens STORYTELLING A multitude of special event activities will be Date: Program meets twice a month-first planned throughout the year. For additional Join us as we read our all-time favorite stories! and third Saturdays information please call 377-6438. Time: 3:00 – 4:00 pm Parents and participants are encouraged to Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. bring in stories as well! 777 McLean Avenue Age: Children and Pre-teens Day: Saturdays Time: 12:30 – 1:00 pm Location: Bernice Spreckman Community Ctr. 777 McLean Avenue
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The Yonkers Senior Centers are located throughout the city. Senior SENIOR GROUP #8 Citizen Recreation is free for all Yonkers residents 60 years+ and $25 Runyon House – 21 Runyon Avenue per year for non-residents. Each Senior Center is completely different. Phone: 969-2733 When visiting a Senior Center ask to see the Leader. The Specialist Wednesdays 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM Programs are free recreation classes including fitness and artistic This site offers card playing, tripoly, exercise, bingo, and parties. classes. This program is open to residents 60 years+. SENIOR GROUP #9 Registration is not required. Simply drop in and take Terrace City Lodge #1499 – 95 North Broadway a class and don’t forget to sign in every time you Phone: 969-9752 come to class. Wednesdays 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM This site offers bingo and lunch. For more information on our senior programs, classes, and events call 377-6443 SENIOR GROUP #10 SENIOR GROUP #2 Bronx River Road “Scotti” Community Center 680 Bronx River Road Grinton I. Will Library - Senator Flynn Room Mondays – Wednesday and Fridays 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM 1500 Central Park Avenue Phone: 377-6486 Phone: 337-1500, press 1 then 348 This site offers bingo, card playing, exercise, arts and crafts and parties. Monday – Friday 12:30 – 4:30 PM *Lunch program available through Office for the Aging. For more This site is in a small room which allows for a coffee hour, card playing and information please call 377-6822. Mahjong. SENIOR GROUP #12 SENIOR GROUP #3 Nodine Community Center – 140 Fillmore Street Bernice Spreckman Community Center – 777 McLean Avenue Phone: 377-6475 Phone: 377-6472 Mondays – Fridays 12:00 – 4:00 PM Monday – Friday 12:00 – 4:00 PM This is a multi-room site which offers: billiards, bingo, card playing, This is a multi-room site which allows for many different activities: tai chi, exercise, yoga, line dancing, watercolor, bocce, computer billiards, bingo, sing-along, sewing and crafts, card playing, movies, courses and a coffee hour. exercise, yoga, line dancing, shuffleboard, bocce, intergenerational program, coffee hour, and organized parties. SENIOR GROUP #14 SENIOR GROUP #4 North East Jewish Center Hall – 11 Salisbury Road Phone: 377-6491 Charles Cola Community Center – 945 North Broadway Thursdays 12:30 – 4:30 PM Phone: 377-6483 This site offers Mahjong, luncheons, and trips. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 12:30 – 4:00 PM This site offers arts and crafts, bridge, bingo, card playing, drawing, SENIOR GROUP #15 woodcarving, and many parties. Nepperhan Community Center – 342 Warburton Avenue SENIOR GROUP #6 Phone: 965-0203 Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:00 – 4:00 PM Bryn Mawr Church Hall – 20 Buckingham Road This site offers Pokeno, Tripoly, exercise, and crafts. Phone: 377-6478 *Lunch program available through Office for the Aging, call 377-6822. Mondays and Wednesdays 12:00 – 4:30 PM This site offers bingo, exercise, and many parties. SENIOR GROUP #16 SENIOR GROUP #7 Annunciation/Fatima – 5 Strathmore Road Phone: 255-4269 St. Mark’s Hall – 1373 Nepperhan Avenue Mondays and Tuesdays Phone: 377-6479 12:00 – 4:00 PM Tuesdays and Fridays 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM This site offers Mahjong, art, and exercise classes. This site offers bingo, card playing, watercolor painting classes, and parties.
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Bingo is held at the various senior centers and open year round to Yonkers Residents 60 years and older. Bingo schedule subject to change. Please call ahead center to confirm schedule.
TUESDAY Bernice Spreckman Community Center Nodine Hill Community Center 777 McLean Avenue 140 Fillmore Street 1:00 PM 12:30 PM 377-6472 377-6475 BIG BINGO - last Wednesday of the month St. Mark’s Hall 1373 Nepperhan Avenue Runyon Community House 1:00 PM 21 Runyon Avenue 377-6479 1:00 PM 969-2733 WEDNESDAY (Once a month usually the 3rd Wednesday of the month) Terrace City Lodge #1499 THURSDAY 95 North Broadway 11:00 AM Bernice Spreckman Community Center 969-9752 777 McLean Avenue 1:00 PM Bryn Mawr Church Hall 377-6472 20 Buckingham Road (Once a month usually the 3rd Thursday of the Month is the 12:00 PM BIG BINGO BONANZA) 377-6478
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HEALTH & WELLNESS THURSDAYS Registration is free! Please register in person on the first day of the class. We reserve the right to cancel any class due to SILVER STARS WALKING AND EXERCISE lack of enrollment. Inclement weather? Call the hotline (914) 377-6454 one hour prior to the scheduled class or center Instructor: Cathy McMahon opening. For more information on Senior Programs please call 10:00 - 11:00 AM, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 9, 16, 23, 30, (914) 377-6443. June 6, 20, 27 Tibbetts Brook Park - Meet in Gazebo closest to the MONDAYS entrance parking lot. The program combines walking, exercise and socializing for one hour. Walk at your own pace ACTIVE HEALTY HEARTS with the group and make some new friends! Instructor: Kimberly Caso YOGA 12:45 – 1:45 PM, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13 Annunciation/Fatima Instructor: Violaine Herlitz 12:00 - 1:00 PM, April 4, 11, 18, 25, May 9, 16, 23, 30, 5 Strathmore Road June 6, 20
Bernice Spreckman Community Center TUESDAYS 777 McLean Avenue
YOGA FRIDAYS Instructor: Violaine Herlitz 1:00 - 2:00 PM, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4 ACTIVE HEALTHY HEARTS Nodine Hill Community Center Instructor: Kimberly Caso 140 Fillmore Street 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 Charles A. Cola Community Center EXERCISE 945 North Broadway Instructor: Cathy McMahon 1:00 - 2:00 PM, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21 EXERCISE Nepperhan Community Center Instructor: Cathy McMahon 342 Warburton Avenue 11:30 - 12:30 PM, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 St. Mark’s Hall WEDNESDAYS 1373 Nepperhan Avenue
EXERCISE STAY STRONG AND FIT Instructor: Cathy McMahon Instructor: Barbara Gallo 12:00 - 1:00 PM, April 3, 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15 12:30 - 1:30 PM, April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 10, 17, 24, Runyon Heights Community Center June 7, 14, 21, 28 21 Runyon Avenue Bernice Spreckman Community Center 777 McLean Avenue ACTIVE HEALTHY HEARTS ACTIVE HEALTHY HEARTS Instructor: Kimberly Caso 2:00 - 3:00 PM, April 3, 10, 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15, 22, Instructor: Kimberly Caso Bryn Mawr Church Hall 12:45 - 1:45 PM, April 5, 12, 19, 26 | May 3, 10, 17 20 Buckingham Road Bronx River Community Center 680 Bronx River Road
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LINE DANCING THURSDAYS Instructor: Diane Capurso Line Dancing Instructor: Diane Capurso Registration is free! Please register in person on the first Advanced Beginners day of the class. We reserve the right to cancel any class 12:30 – 1:15 PM due to lack of enrollment. Inclement weather? Call the Intermediate Improvers hotline (914) 377-6454 one hour prior to the scheduled 1:15 – 2:00 PM class or center opening. For more information on Senior Charles A. Cola Community Center Programs please call (914) 377-6443. 945 North Broadway MONDAYS Dates: April 11, May 16
Line Dancing Instructor: Diane Capurso FRIDAYS Advanced Beginners Line Dancing Instructor: Diane Capurso 12:30 – 1:15 PM Intermediate - Advanced Intermediate Improvers 1:15 – 2:00 PM 12:30 – 1:45 PM Bernice Spreckman Community Center Nodine Hill Community Center 777 McLean Avenue 140 Fillmore Street Dates: April 8, 22, 29 | May 13, 20 Dates: April 5, 26 May 3, 10, 17, 24
Line Dancing Instructor: Diane Capurso Advanced Beginners BERNICE SPRECKMAN 12:30 – 1:15 PM CENTER DANCERS Intermediate Improvers Volunteer Instructor: Barbara Gallo 1:15 – 2:00 PM Some dance experience is preferred. Dancers who enjoy Charles A. Cola Community Center performing are encouraged to join! 945 No. Broadway Fridays, 1:30 – 2:30 PM Dates: May 6, June 3 Dates: April 5, 12, 19, 26, May 10, 17, 24, June 7, 14, 21 TUESDAYS Bernice Spreckman Community Center Line Dancing Instructor: Diane Capurso 777 McLean Avenue Beginners Plus 12:30 – 1:30 PM Annunciation/Fatima 5 Strathmore Road Dates: April 30 | May 28
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ARTS AND CRAFTS ART THERAPY Enjoy a series of Arts and Crafts classes with Instructor All are welcome to experience the joy of creative activity with Joanna Cardilli. Participants will enjoy creating seasonal Instructor Michael Cuomo. Art Therapy is a class designed craft projects for the home and personal uses. Enjoy classes at to heal and relax the spirit as well as build mental motor skills these four locations; each session is five classes. through the practice of creating art. Students will draw, paint, and color from various methods that are fun and easy. You do MONDAYS not need to know how to draw! This class draws the artist in Bryn Mawr Church Hall you out to express and be filled with the joy of art. 20 Buckingham Road Dates: April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 MONDAYS Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM Bronx River Road Community Center 680 Bronx River Road TUESDAYS Dates: April 1,8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, Bernice Spreckman Community Center June 3, 10, 17, 24 777 McLean Avenue Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PM Dates - Session 1: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Dates - Session 2: May 7, 14, 21, 28, June 4 TUESDAYS Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM Annunciation / Fatima 5 Strathmore Road Dates: April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 21, 28, WEDNESDAYS June 4, 11, 18, 25 Runyon House Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PM 21 Runyon Avenue Dates: April 3, 10, 17, 24 | May 1 WEDNESDAYS Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM Nodine Hill Community Center 140 Fillmore Street Bronx River Road Community Center Dates: May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19, 26 680 Bronx River Road Time: 12:30 – 2:30 PM Dates: May 8, 15, 22, 29 | June 5 Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM
THURSDAYS Nepperhan Community Center 342 Warburton Avenue Dates: April 25 | May 9, 16, 23, 30 Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM
FRIDAYS Nodine Hill Community Center 140 Fillmore Street Dates: April 5, 12, 26 | May 3, 10 Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM
St. Mark’s Hall 1373 Nepperhan Avenue Dates: May 17, 24 | June 7, 14, 21 Time: 1:30 – 3:30 PM
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CREATIVE WRITING TUESDAYS Instructor: Maryl Turchi, published author Nodine Hill Community Center 140 Fillmore Street Bring a notebook or pad, pen and a friend. Develop your writing skills. Inspiration will come from objects, Dates: February 26, March 5, 12, 19, 26, photos, paintings and questions such as: “I really like it April 2 when …., My guilty pleasure is…..” Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Each 1-hour free class is self-contained so come to one, WEDNESDAYS a few, or all. 2 locations – come to one or both! Charles A. Cola Community Center 945 North Broadway Dates: February 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3 Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM
44 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 COMMUNITY RECREATION GUIDE COYNE PARK RIFLE & PISTOL RANGE
771 McLean Avenue Yonkers, NY 10704 (914) 377-6488 www.coyneparkrange.net
The Coyne Park Range is an indoor shooting range conveniently located in southeast Yonkers. A public range welcome to all recreational shooters and law enforcement personnel. If you haven’t yet taken the initial step, come join us, and see what you’ve been missing. Our range accommodates all handgun calibers, as well as .22 caliber rifles, and carbine rifles chambered for standard handgun ammunition (no magnum rounds permitted for any firearms at this time).
Hours of Operation December 1, 2018 thru March 31, 2019 Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:00 - 10:00 pm Fridays: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturdays & Sundays: 12:00 - 6:00 pm Closed on Tuesdays & Thursdays Hours of Operation April 1, 2019 thru November 30, 2019 Mondays & Wednesdays: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Closed on Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Residents and Non-residents: $20 per hour Yearly memberships available, Residents $275, Non-residents $500 Eye and Ear Protection: $3 each Rifle Rental: $60 per person includes 100 rounds of ammunition, eye and ear protection, instruction, and one hour admission.
NRA First Steps Our National Rifle Association (NRA) First Steps Pistol and Rifle courses are for people who own a firearm. They are by appointment only and typically involve one-on-one instruction.
Pistol Safety Course Special Fee: $125 for Residents and Non-residents If you complete this course you receive a discount on your Range membership: $150 for Yonkers Residents, $375 for Non-residents. You must visit the Range within 30 days after receiving your permit in order to receive the discount. This is a “one-time” offer. You will pay the regular Range membership fee when you renew. Please call (914) 377-6488 for class information.
YONKERSNY.GOV 45 1000 Ridge Hill Boulevard Yonkers, NY 10710 (914) 377-6730
Hours of Operation 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Adoption fees: Cats $65 • Dogs $80
Interested in adopting? We are always in search of new homes for all of our wonderful pets, both cats and dogs. These animals are asking for a chance to show you their affection and love. If you are interested in a pet, please consider meeting our beautiful animals. A staff member is available to discuss our adoptable animals with you. Potential adopters are required to fill out our preadoption form, which can be done at the shelter.
Adoptions include: Spaying and neutering Distemper shot De-worming Rabies shot Dog License and a free examination with a participating veterinarian
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