Shining Knights Chess Club
Learn to play chess! Students of this program have competed in local, state, and national tournaments, placing as high as 10th in the nation. Class time is evenly split between lesson and play. Lesson topics range from learning the rules to advanced tournament strategies. During play time students are paired with opponents of similar skill levels for practice games . Location: Ardsley Community Center
Ages: 4 - 14 years old
Session I: Thursdays, 9/22 - 12/1/11
(No class Thanksgiving)
Session II: Thursdays, 1/19/12 - 3/23/12
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Cost: $120 R $135 NR

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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James Fox Basketball
The James Fox Winter Basketball Program will be offering two divisions. Elementary School League will be for 3rd to 6th grade students. Junior High League will be for 7th to 8th grade students.
Registrants will be contacted by the coach with the date of the first game. Games are scheduled during available gym time and schedules are subject to change as needed.

Location: Abington Jr. High School
Ages: 8 - 14 years old
Date: Begins Fall 2011
Time: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Cost: $65 R $80 NR

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

To contact the coach directly: samrines@aol.com

FALL LEAGUE GOING ON NOW!!!    
WATCH FOR OUR WINTER LEAGUE BEGINNING EARLY 2012!!!

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Children In Motion
“Children in Motion” is an arts program for the young (Ages 7-12). If your dream is to act, sing, dance and improvise, this program is for you!

The director, Denise Germont-Risser, aka Miss “D”, is a nationally acclaimed children’s recording artist, vocal performer of many genres and musicals, music teacher and drama director of endless amounts of plays. All of the action will take place at the Ardsley Community Center, 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley. The final “show” will be performed on the gymnasium stage on the last day of the program. Families, friends and the general public are welcome to attend.

This course is sure to teach you and thrill you right to the very last moment of your performance on the last day!

Registration for residents will begin on Tuesday, October 11th. Registration for non-residents will begin on October 18th.

For Ages 7-9  FULL
Location: Ardsley Community Center
Date: Fridays, 1/20/12 - 3/23/12
Time: 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Cost: $90 R / $100 NR
(10 classes)

For Ages 9-12  FULL
Location: Ardsley Community Center
Date: Fridays, 1/20/12 - 3/23/12
Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Cost: $120 R / $130 NR
(10 classes)

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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Simply Improv Cancelled
“Simply Improv” is a program for the student who loves acting, movement, singing, dance, etc. but simply isn’t fond of stage performance. But, if your child is interested in getting more experience with improvisation AND loves the stage this is for him/her as well. We’ll play games, create skits, write blues songs, and more..... Nothing but fun and laughter..... without the stress!
This improv course also pairs well with the drama course on Friday evenings as it strengthens the student’s stage acting in many ways.
Registration for residents will begin on Tuesday, October 5. Registration for non-residents will begin on October 19.

For Ages 7-12
Location: Ardsley Community Center
Date: Wednesdays, 1/4/12 - 2/22/12
Time: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Cost: $85 R / $95 NR (8 classes)

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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Winter Recreation Program 2012
The 2012 Winter Recreation Program is scheduled to begin on Friday, January 6. The program will run ten weeks, ending on Friday, March 9th. The times for each age group are as follows:

Basketball at McKinley*:
6 years old 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm FULL
7 years old 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm FULL
8 - 9 yrs. 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm  FULL
10 - 13 yrs. 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Floor Hockey at Ardsley:
6 yrs. 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm FULL
7 yrs. 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm FULL
8 - 9 yrs. 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm FULL
10 - 13 yrs. 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm FULL

These times may change depending on the registrations received. If a change is made the Bureau of Parks & Recreation will send out notifications.

Location: McKinley School / ACEC
Date: Fridays, 1/6/12 - 3/9/12
Time: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Ages: 6 - 13 years old
Cost: $35 R / $55 NR
Please note program and time on form.

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

 

*Basketball at McKinley Changes: . There will be no Basketball on Friday, January 20th, January 27th, February 3rd,February 10th, February 17th, and February, 24th due to McKinley Elementary School functions. We will be extending the program until Friday March 30th .

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3D Video Animation and Programming
The children will learn how to create their own 3D video world. The will design and modify their animations however they want, choosing characters, animals, props and scenery. The will program their characters for action. The children will love how creative they can be with 3D!

Location: Ardsley Community Center
Ages: 9 - 12 years old
Date: Tuesdays, 1/10 - 2/14/12
Time: 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Cost: $95 R / $105 NR

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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Aikido At Ardsley
Aikido teaches self-defense using techniques of evasion, immobilization, and redirection to avoid an attack and then control the attacker. Students will learn to use the opponent’s force by neutralizing the aggressor’s actions. Self-defense, coordination, physical fitness, and confidence are all reasons to study Aikido. Children’s classes are open to all skill levels.

Location: Ardsley Community Center
Dates:
2012 Session I: January 16 - March 8, 2012
2012 Session II: March 12 - May 3, 2012
Times:
Children’s Classes (ages 7-12 years):
Monday 4:45 - 5:45 pm
Wednesday 4:00 - 5:00 pm
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Tue. or Thur. 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Adult Classes (14 years & up):
Wednesday 7:30 - 8 :30 pm
Tues. or Thur. 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $45 R $65 NR
REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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Little Ninjas
The little ninjas curriculum consists of developing eight major skills that are necessary for participation in any sport or activity. They are focus, team work, control, balance, memory, discipline, fitness and coordination. In the little ninjas class learning is fun. Uniforms may be purchased from the instructor. Location: Ardsley Community Center
Ages: 4 - 6 years old
Dates: See AIKIDO
Time: Tuesday 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Wednesday 3:30 - 4:00 pm
6:00 - 6:30 pm
Thursday 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Cost: $50 R $60 NR

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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Black Belt Club
Do you want to train more seriously? Attend all the classes you want!

If your goal is a black belt, this extra training will accelerate your Aikido skills!

Location:
Ardsley Community Center
Ages: All Ages
Dates: See AIKIDO Session Dates
Cost: $80 R $95 NR

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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Aikido Camp
Is your child looking to advance their Aikido skills. Sensei Ron Loftis will be teaching a camp this holiday season.

We will focus on things like “Breathing” and “Ki” that can greatly improve your Aikido. This camp is for green belts and above or Sensei’s approval.

Location:
Ardsley Community Center
Ages: 7 - 12 year olds
Date: December 28, 29, 30 (2011)
Time: 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Cost: $65 R / $75 NR

REGISTRATION: Please print the registration form and return with payment to Abington Parks & Recreation (Checks payable to "Abington Township")

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Please see our special events page for additional children's activities.

As a general rule when Abington Schools are closed, Abington Parks and Recreation programs are cancelled, but this is not always the case. Please use your best judgment and call our office (open 8:00 am and 4:00 pm Monday through Friday) if you have any questions. 215-576-5213 option #8.

 

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