MURRYSVILLE RECREATION DEPARTMENT 2015 Spring and Summer Programs & Events 4100 Sardis Rd Murrysville, PA 15668 Carly Greene, Director 724-327-2100 ext. 115 or Amy Wengrzyn, Program Coordinator ext. 131 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/MOMRecreation VISIT: WWW.MURRYSVILLE.COM/RECREATION_PROGRAMS FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT 1 Murrysville Recreation NBA “NO BOYS ALLOWED” Grades: 2-6 Class Min. 6 Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays July 7-August 6 Time: 6:30 PM-7:30 PM Location: Heritage Park basketball court, 5000 Cypress Drive Murrysville Instructor: Coach Ed Meli Fee: $35.00 Young women learn basic basketball skills through drills, relays, games, and competitions. Students are introduced to a variety of offensive and defensive moves. This is a great class for beginners or for those looking to improve skills and coordination. This program is for girls only. Age appropriate hoops are available. Discovery Programs BOYS’ BASKETBALL MINI-CAMP Grades: 1-4 Class Min. 6 Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays July 7-August 6 Time: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM Location: Heritage Park basketball court, 5000 Cypress Drive Murrysville Instructor: Coach Ed Meli Fee: $35.00 Learn basic basketball skills through drills, relays, games, and competitions. Students are introduced to a variety of offensive and defensive moves. This is a great class for beginners or for those looking to improve skills and coordination. Age appropriate hoops are available. VOLUNTEER WITH THE NBA (NO BOYS ALLOWED) AND BOYS’ BASKETBALL CAMPS! Because these programs are very popular, volunteers are always needed! Volunteers must be age 13 or older and no experience in basketball is needed. Please call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100 x131 or x115 if you are interested in volunteering. PAINTING IN THE PARK Ages: 9 to 12 Class Min: 8 Max 15 Date: August 10-12 Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Location: Monday: Murrysville Community Park, Tuesday: Chambers Park, Wednesday: Townsend Park Lower Pavilion Instructor: Ilona Ralston Fee: $45.00 Bring your good humor and a little imagination. Even if you’ve never painted before you will be able to do it! We will complete acrylic painting on canvas. “We don’t make mistakes, we have happy accidents” (by Bob Ross) Students will need to bring brushes and an easel, if you have them, to class. Descriptions of both will be provided upon registration. 2 Murrysville Recreation Discovery Programs PARIS TEA PARTY Ages: 6 & Up Class Min. 8 Max. 12 Date: June 23 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Location: TBD Instructors: Sharon and Erica Kolson Fee: $30.00 SAFETY CITY Ages/Grades: PreK-8 Date: August 10-14 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: TBD Instructor: Lacey Wagner Fee: $85.00 Have you ever thought about being a police officer, fireman, or part of a safety response team? Then get ready to become a savvy, safety expert by joining us at Safety City! Get safety smart about fires, guns, traffic, dogs, bus safety and so much MORE by learning the ropes directly from the pros! After a fun filled week of working with our experts, show off your knew knowledge “big wheels” style by zooming around our kid sized, Safety City! Parents and daughters - You are invited to a proper Paris Tea Party featuring an assortment of light French foods. Bring your favorite 18" doll to join in the fun as we celebrate all things French! PROJECT RUNWAY FASHION SHOW AND PARTY Ages: 9-14 Class Min. 8 Max. 12 Date: June 25 Time: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM Location: TBD Instructors: Sharon and Erica Kolson Fee: $30.00 Participants will be placed on teams to complete a "fashion assignment" using very basic items (think duct tape!). Creativity is a must! We will enjoy a posh appetizer party after walking the runway. 3 Murrysville Recreation Discovery Programs ADVANCED CHESS Ages: 6 to Adult Class Min. 8 Max. 20 Date: June 22-26 Time: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Location: TBD Instructor: Harry Replogle Fee: $45.00 Topics include a review of fundamental strategies, opening strategies, and checkmating patterns. Tactics and endgame are also studied. ***Students should bring an inexpensive chess set to class*** BE “ART SMART”: LEARN TO DRAW Class Min. 10 Max. 18 Date: Session 1: June 22-26 Group A: Completing Grades 2-3, 9:00-10:00 AM Group B: Completing Grades 4-6, 10:15-11:15 AM Location: Murrysville Community Library Meeting Room Instructor: Lacey Wagner Fee: $32.00 Description: Over 5 days, learn the 5 elements of drawing (1 element per day) in this beginning drawing class. Your artistic abilities will shine, as you become “art” smart! Please bring a sketchbook 8 1/2" x 11" or larger (not newsprint.) BE “ART SMART”: MIXED MEDIA Ages: Completing Grades 4-6 Class Min. 10 Max. 18 Date: July 6-10 Time: 10:15-11:15 AM Location: Murrysville Community Library Meeting Room Instructor: Lacey Wagner Fee: $32.00 Description: Expand your artistic abilities to become “art” smart with mixed media. You will use a variety of media to create a collage, nature print, still life, and landscape. Please bring a sketchbook 8 1/2" x 11" or larger (not newsprint). (NOTE: This is not a basic drawing class) 4 Murrysville Recreation Discovery Programs Pl aygr ou n d Pr ogr am Ages: Grades 1-7 Date: June 15–July 24 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Monday – Friday ***NO PRE-REGISTRATION*** Locations: Mondays at Heritage Park Tuesdays at Bear Hollow Park Wednesdays at Murrysville Community Park Thursdays at Townsend Park ***NEW NEW NEW*** Fridays at Chambers Park Fee: $10.00 registration includes first visit and can be paid at any park. $5.00 daily fee after participant is registered. Special Discount cards are available: 10 visits for $45.00 after initial registration fee is paid. Sports, games, crafts, board games, hikes, camaraderie and great fun!! Sponsored by S & T Bank Playground Program Family Night! Join the Recreation Department and the Playground Program staff for Family Night at Murrysville Community Park on Wednesday, July 15 at 6:00 pm! This free event is open to the public so bring your family to enjoy messy games, snacks, and a variety of fun activities. 5 Murrysville Recreation Discovery Programs Volunteer with the Playground Program! Volunteer Training: Wednesday, June 10, 4:00 PM Murrysville Community Park Junior Volunteers (Completed 7th grade) Qualified students interested in volunteering with the Playground Program please call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100, x 131 or x 115. If there is no answer please speak clearly and leave a message including your name, grade, age, and telephone number and you will be contacted soon. *Senior Volunteers (High school students) Interested high school students should send a letter stating why they will make a good Senior Volunteer. Include qualifications, past related experience, days and times available and two references who are not a relative or related to a playground volunteer. Mail or bring the letter to the municipal building before June 4th. The Recreation Department will contact selected applicants. *Staff will select a limited number of Senior Volunteers based on application and previous experience as a playground volunteer. You will be notified by June 8th if you are selected. LAST DATE TO SIGN-UP TO VOLUNTEER IS JUNE 4th 6 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! Pioneer Living Camp at the Sampson-Clark Toll House Ages: 8 to 14 Class: Min. 15 Max. 25 Date: July 13-17 Time: 8:30 AM-3:30 PM Location: Sampson-Clark Toll House, West Pike St, Murrysville Fee: $150.00 Learn what it was like to live 200 years ago! Cook authentic pioneer recipes in an outdoor oven, learn outdoor living skills, make pioneerera crafts and toys, learn leatherworking and fur trading, take daily hikes and more! Campers will also be treated to visits from special guests, historical characters and a field trip on Friday! Campers need to bring a bag lunch and water bottle each day. Presented in conjunction with the Murrysville Historical Preservation Society. 7 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! DIVAS DO DIRTY (A GIRLS ONLY SUMMER DAY CAMP) Ages: 7-11 Class Min. 8 Class Max. 20 Date: June 22-26 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM Location: Townsend Park (Lower Pavilion) Fee: $150.00 Instructor: Missy Heider Girls do you like to get dirty just like the boys? Then “Divas Do Dirty” is the perfect summer day camp for you. Come and experience the messy fun boys like to have all week long. We will have camping, fishing, hiking, building projects, special guests and lots of messy activities that are sure to have you leaving dirty every day. We plan on ending our week with a field trip that screams fun, fun, fun! Campers will need to dress in old clothes daily and also pack a lunch and bring a water bottle each day. 8 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! ADVENTURE CAMP! GOAPE TREETOP ADVENTURE, NORTH PARK AGES: 10 & OLDER AND A MIN. OF 4’7” TALL CLASS MIN: 15 MAX. 23 DATE: JUNE 23 TIME: 8:30AM-4:00PM FEE: AGES 10-15 $45.00 FEE: AGES 16 & OLDER $65.00 LOCATION: BEAR HOLLOW PARK PARKING AREA Spend a riveting day swinging through the trees on zip lines set within a gorgeous pine forest, overlooking North Park’s 63 acre lake. More than just a canopy tour, the course is made up of numerous rope ladders, 41 exciting crossings to include the Double Stirrups, Bosun’s Chair, Flying Carpet and Spider’s Web, 2 Tarzan swings and 5 zip lines. Campers must bring a lunch and drinks and wear comfortable clothing and closed toe shoes. More information on the adventure can be found on GoApe’s website http://goape.com/zip-line/pennsylvania-north-park 9 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! ADVENTURE CAMP! SKYZONE, LEETSDALE AGES: 6-14 CLASS MIN: 15 MAX. 25 DATE: JULY 31 TIME: 8:30AM-4:00PM FEE: $60.00 LOCATION: BEAR HOLLOW PARK PARKING AREA Enjoy 2-hours of high-energy action in this ultra-cool indoor trampoline park! Signed release waivers are required before arrival and are available on the SkyZone website http://www.skyzone.com/leetsdale/OnlineWaiver?WaiverType=NoPaper Campers must bring a lunch and drinks. Volunteers ages 15 and older are needed! Parents and guardians are encouraged and welcome to attend as chaperones. 10 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! ADVENTURE CAMP! LAUREL CAVERNS AGES: 9-14 (NO EXCEPTIONS) CLASS MIN: 10 MAX. 25 DATE: JULY 20 TIME: 8:30AM-4:00PM FEE: $60.00 LOCATION: BEAR HOLLOW PARK PARKING AREA Explore Laurel Caverns through an Upper Caving tour, getting wet and dirty as you discover the beautiful underground caves. A change of clothes, closed-toe shoes and two sources of light are required. Dress warm! Cave temperatures ae 52 degrees. A signed waiver is required, available on the Laurel Caverns website http://www.laurelcavernspark.com/spelunkingcaving/ After the upper caving tour, enjoy a round of Kavernputt (mini-golf!) in the largest simulated cave in the world. Campers must bring a lunch and plenty to drink. A souvenir shop is available but bringing a small amount of spending money is optional. Parents and guardians are welcome and encouraged to join us on the adventures! Volunteers ages 15 and older are needed. 11 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! REXARTS THEATER CAMPS Students will find a welcoming and comfortable environment to explore their passion, or curiosity, for the performing arts. Daily lessons are integrated with theatre games, fun activities, and rehearsals for the final performance. Parents will be astounded by how much the students will learn in such a short amount of time, and students will finish the camp with pride for their growth and accomplishment! Visit www.rexarts.org for more information. GREASE Ages: Grades 4-6 or Ages 9 to 11 Class Min.: 7 Max. 30 Date: August 3-7 Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Fee: $125.00 Location: Franklin Regional School District TBD FROZEN This acting, singing, and dance camp will feature the hit music from GREASE! Daily lessons and rehearsal will be enhanced by fun theatre games and activities. Our hard work will culminate in a performance of Beauty School Dropout; Born To Hand Jive; Greased Lightnin'; Those Magic Changes and We Go Together for family and friends on the last day of camp! Ages: Grades 1-3 or Ages 6 to 9 Class Min. 7 Max. 30 Date: August 3-7 Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM Fee: $125.00 Location: Franklin Regional School District TBD This exciting Musical Theatre camp will feature your favorite songs from FROZEN. Vocal, acting, and dance lessons will be enhanced by fun theatre games and activities. On the last day of camp, family and friends will be amazed by a performance of songs like Fixer Upper; For the First Time in Forever; Frozen Heart; In Summer; Let It Go and Love Is an Open Door! Register online for all of our programs! Visit www.murrysville.com/Recreation_Programs.html 12 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! MINING AND CRAFTING II Ages: 5 to 12 Class Min. 8 Max. 24 If students register for Date: June 22-26 both a morning and afternoon Minecraft camp, Time: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM they may pack a lunch and Fee: $160.00 stay at the camp location for lunch, if desired. Location:TBD Steve is jumping for joy as he introduces the newest members of his Minecraft world. Campers will be challenged to bring their virtual designs to life by building new mob figures, mosaics and custom models incorporating LEGO Bricks. So, are you ready for the challenge? NINJA TURTLES Ages: 5 to 12 Class Min. 8 Max. 24 Date: June 22-26 Time: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM Fee: $160.00 Location: TBD Practice engineering as you build two of the courageous turtles and their wise Japanese rat sensei, Master Splinter. Let’s build and play, Brick Turtle Style! 13 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! CLASSIC ARCADE GAMES Age: 5-12 Class Min. 8 Max. 24 Date: July 13-17 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Fee: $160.00 Location: TBD Campers will build the famous plumber brothers, a Brick Eater, a jumping hedgehog, alien invaders and more. Can you guess which classic game each model represents? AMUSEMENT PARK Age: 5-12 Class Min. 8 Max. 24 Date: July 13-17 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Fee: $160.00 Location: TBD Get your ticket to ride at Bricks 4 Kidz every own Amusement Park! Campers will build a new ride each day, learning how to make things spin, roll, turn and rock, then use what they learn to design their own thrills and challenges. Motorized models maximize the action and fun. Each camp day includes carnival-themed games. Group challenges, model-building and more. 14 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! CLASH OF BRICKS Age: 5-12 Class Min. 8 Max. 24 Date: August 10-14 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: TBD Fee: $160.00 Experience the thrill of battling barbarians, greedy goblins, powerful PEKKAs and wild wall breakers. All this and more at Clash of Bricks Camp! SUPER HEROES Age: 5-12 Class Min. 8 Max. 24 Date: August 10-14 Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: TBD Fee: $160.00 Explore all the caped crusaders and discover their super powers. Create a fantasy world and protect it against all the evil arch enemies with custom contraptions made with LEGO Bricks. All Super Hero camper will go home 15 with a custom mini-figure! Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Junior Camps! Jr. Art in the Park! Ages: 4-6 Class Min. 8 Max. 20 Date: August 17-21 Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Location: Monday: Wetlands Pavilion (Murrysville Community Park), Tuesday: Leftwich Pavilion (Murrysville Community Park), Wednesday: Townsend Park, Thursday: Bear Hollow Park, Friday: Chambers Park Fee: $110.00 Fun, easy, age appropriate arts and crafts each day that your child will love! Fun nature facts, scavenger hunts for nature’s gifts (feathers, sticks, leaves, bugs, rocks and more), playground time and enjoyable time outdoors in the fresh air! Jr. Royal Princess Academy Ages: 3-6 Class Min. 10 Max. 20 Date: June 22-25 Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Location: Murrysville Community Center Fee: $85 Calling all tiaras and tutus! Join us for a magical gathering of princesses from all over Murrysville at the Royal Princess Academy! Your princess training will include a daily dance lesson focusing on grace and elegance, opportunities to create royal treasures, visits to the castle kitchen for some yummy snacks and, of course, a special invitation to the “Princess Ball” to conclude the camp. 16 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Junior Camps! Karate for Kids Ages: 7-13 Instructor: Master Caruso and Staff. Official ATA uniform and student orientation packet included. Contact ATA Blackbelt Academy at 724-733-4060 for details on class schedule. Fee: $49.00 Date: 4 week introductory program. Accepting new students at any time Time: Per the Academy class schedule Location: ATA Black Belt Academy, 4950 William Penn Hwy. A nationally acclaimed children’s program will allow each student to feel a sense of accomplishment with each session of Taekwondo training. Self-esteem and confidence are stressed through our motto. “Every child is a winner and every child is special!” Tiny Tigers Ages: 4-6 Instructor: Master Caruso and Staff. Official ATA uniform and student orientation packet included. Contact ATA Blackbelt Academy at 724-733-4060 for details on class schedule. Fee: $49.00 Date: 4 week introductory program. Accepting new students at any time Time: Per the Academy class schedule Location: ATA Black Belt Academy, 4950 William Penn Hwy. “Small challenges with big results.” This Taekwondo training program develops basic motor skills through drills to enhance balance and coordination. Courtesy and self-esteem are important aspects of this class. Date: 4 week introductory program. Accepting new students at any time Jr. Pioneer Living Camp Ages: 5-8 Class: Min. 10 Max. 20 Date: July 6-9 Time: 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM Location: Sampson Clark Toll House, West Pike St., Murrysville Fee: $100 Learn what it was like to live 200 years ago! Cook authentic pioneer recipes in an outdoor oven, learn outdoor living skills, make pioneer-era crafts and toys, learn leatherworking and fur trading, take daily hikes and more! Campers will also be treated to visits from special guests and historic characters. A bag lunch and water bottle should be brought each day. Presented in conjunction with the Murrysville Historical and Preservation Society. 17 Murrysville Recreation Summer Camps Summer Camps! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR SUMMER CAMPS! If you are interested in volunteering with any of the summer camps please call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100, x 131 or x115. If there is no answer please speak clearly and leave a message including your name, grade, age, and telephone number and you will be contacted soon. Volunteers must be ages 13 and above. 18 Murrysville Recreation Pet Corner Pet Corner PETIQUETTE Basic Manners and Obedience Training for Dogs Class Min. 4 Max. 8 Date: Session A: May 27-June 17 Session B: July 1-22 Session C: August 5-26 Time: Wednesdays 6:30-7:30 PM Location: Dog Park, Murrysville Community Park Instructor: Stacy Lamanna, ABC-Certified Dog Trainer Fee: $104.00 Does your dog...Have bad manners? Jump on people? Pull on a leash? Act unruly? Or maybe you just want your dog to …Come when he is called. Sit, down or stay when asked. Leave it, give it or drop it…If so, I can help! Using positive, motivational techniques and standard learning theories, I can help you teach your dog or puppy how to become a better K9 citizen and learn the basics of obedience. In addition, you will learn problem solving, management techniques and how to teach your dog alternate behaviors. With my help, you CAN train your dog or puppy to be a great companion. Stacy Lamanna, ABC-Certified Dog Trainer with over 10 years of experience helping people help their pets. Class Requirements: • Dogs must be 5 months or older and current on all vaccinations. • Only flat buckle collars or front clip harnesses will be permitted as training equipment. 6 foot leashes are required- no retractable leashes. • Dogs who are sick or in season are not permitted in class. 19 Murrysville Recreation Aquatics Aquatics ADULT LAP AND FAMILY RECREATIONAL SWIM Tuesdays, Thursdays (7:30 – 9:30 PM) and Saturdays (6 – 9 PM) May 21, 2015 through then the program will be closed until it begins again on Sept. 15, 2015 There will be no rec. swim any time school is not in session. Pool closures and program cancellations will be posted on the Community Calendar on www.murrysville.com and on Murrysville cable Channel 19. $4.00 per swimmer Children under age 5 are free, but must have a paying adult in the pool with them. Children under age 16 must have an adult on-site in the pool area. PARTY PACKAGES AT THE POOL IN ROOM 225 Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays during Recreational Swim sessions. BOOK YOUR PARTY ONLINE AT WWW.MURRYSVILLE.COM under Rental Reservations Pay for your swimmers at the pool (or buy a Swim Card) When you are done with your party, put trash in cans, straighten up desks and chairs as found and take home your gifts. It is that easy! Call 724-327-2100, X104 for more information. DISCOUNT LAP AND FAMILY RECREATION SWIM CARDS Planning a party or love to swim? Save money! Buy a 10-coupon recreation Swim Card for $30.00 and save $10.00. Purchase your card at the pool or from the receptionist at the Murrysville Municipal Building. HELP WANTED LIFEGUARDS The Municipality of Murrysville is seeking candidates for two (2) swim lifeguard positions in the Recreation Department to instruct Red Cross Swim Lessons from June 15-July 24, 2015. To apply for the positions, please send resume and cover letter to Municipality of Murrysville, Attn: Carly Greene – Director of Recreation, 4100 Sardis Road, Murrysville, PA 15668 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Current certification in the following: •American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid •American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer •American Red Cross AED Essentials The Municipality of Murrysville is an EOE. 20 Murrysville Recreation Aquatics Aquatics RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS Each time slot of swim lessons accommodates all levels of swimmers. When registering, please indicate what level swimmer the student is, if known, so he or she can be placed into the correct level within that time slot prior to the first day of class. DATE: SESSION A: MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY JUNE 15-26 Time: Morning Lessons: 9:15-9:45 AM-Parent/Toddler infant to 4 year olds 10:00-10:45 AM-Swim Lessons all levels 11:00-11:45 AM-Swim Lessons all levels Time: Afternoon Lessons: 1:00-1:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels 2:00-2:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels 3:00-3:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels Fee: $68.00 per session (10 lessons) DATE: SESSION B: JUNE 29 THROUGH FRIDAY JULY 10 (NO CLASS JULY 6) Time: Morning Lessons: 9:15-9:45 AM-Parent/Toddler infant to 4 year olds 10:00-10:45 AM-Swim Lessons all levels 11:00-11:45 AM-Swim Lessons all levels Time: Afternoon Lessons: 1:00-1:45 PM- Swim Lessons all levels 2:00-2:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels 3:00-3:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels Fee: $61.20 per session (9 lessons) DATE: SESSION C: MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY JULY 13-24 Time: Morning Lessons: 9:15-9:45 AM-Parent/Toddler infant to 4 year olds 10:00-10:45 AM-Swim Lessons all levels 11:00-11:45 AM-Swim Lessons all levels Time: Afternoon Lessons: 1:00-1:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels 2:00-2:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels 3:00-3:45 PM-Swim Lessons all levels Fee: $68.00 per session (10 lessons) Location: Franklin Regional Middle School pool 21 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness READY, SET, RUN! 5K Ages: 8 to 13 Class Min. 8 Date: June 15-August 7, Twice Weekly Time: TBD Location: Murrysville Community Park Fee: $40.00 Instructor: Jim Passarelli Have you ever wanted to run a whole 5K? Well, this is your chance!! Learn how to safely train to run a 5K in this non-competitive training camp. Fun games, healthy lifestyles, good sportsmanship, running techniques, proper form and exercise will all be reinforced in the training sessions and runners are guaranteed to have FUN! The camp will conclude with all participants actually running a full 5K! Presented in conjunction with the National Alliance for Youth Sports. Learn more about the program at http://www.nays.org/Sports_Programs/Ready_Set_RUN/ VOLUNTEER WITH THE READY, SET, RUN 5K! Volunteers ages 14 and above will be needed throughout the program. Please call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100 x131 or x115 for more information. Like us on Facebook at: Murrysville Recreation Department 22 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness FISHER TENNIS CLINICS Grades: 3rd grade-Adult Date: Session A: June 22-26 Session B: July 6-10 Session C: July 20-24 Tournament: Saturday August 1 and 2, 8:00 AM-2:00 PM Time: High school/Adult: 8:15AM-9:30 AM Junior Development (Grades 6-8) 9:45 AM-10:45 AM Children’s Clinic (Grades 3-5) 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Location: Franklin Regional Tennis Courts, 3240 School Road Instructor: Kevin Fisher, USPTA Certified Fee: $55.00 includes t-shirt and tournament 23 Murrysville Recreation Health and FItness Health & Fitness FENCING FOR BEGINNING,INTERMEDIATE AND ADVANCED STUDENTS Ages 8 through adult Min: 8 students, Max: 17 Date: Tuesdays (6 classes) April 21 – June 2 (no class May 19) Session A: 7:00 - 8:00 PM beginner (ages 8 - adult) Session B: 7:45 - 8:45 PM intermediate & advanced (ages 8 - adult) Location: Murrysville Community Center, 3091 Carson Ave. Instructors: Dave and Deb Theriault, Pittsburgh Fencers East (USFA and USFCA recognized) Fee: $70.00 for Spring Session fencing instruction, 6 classes $25.00 for equipment rental if needed. **You must have all equipment (jacket, foil and mask) or rent the needed equipment.*** Fencing is fun and exciting. It develops coordination, strategic thinking and cardiovascular fitness. Classes cover modern swordplay moves, rules and bouting. Wear comfortable pants and athletic shoes (NO shorts, "flip-flops" or sandals for safety reasons.) Students must bring required equipment (jacket, foil and mask) or rent equipment. Classes are designed for beginner, intermediate and advanced students, as indicated. Fencers are divided by age and ability in class. When registering, indicate dominant hand and if you have or will need to rent equipment. If you don't bring all the required equipment, you will need to rent equipment. Contact Deb Theriault at [email protected] for questions about what is covered in class. Otherwise, contact the Recreation Dept. with all other questions. Register for the Community E-mail Program and receive updates about all of the Recreation Department’s upcoming programs and special events. Simply send an e-mail to: [email protected]. E-mail addresses will not be shared. 24 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness INTEGRAL BALLROOM 3731 WM. PENN HWY. SUITE 200, MURRYSVILLE 724-733-0418 ADULT BALLROOM DANCING FOR BEGINNERS Ages: 17-Adult Class Max: 30 Date: Spring Session: Wednesdays, April 8-29 Summer Session: Wednesdays, June 4-25 Time: 8:00 PM-9:00 PM Location: Integral Ballroom Fee: $45.00 Learn the basic step to 8 dances that can be danced socially at any event. Class 1: Rumba and Night Club 2 Step, Class 2: Waltz and Swing, Class 3: Foxtrot and Hustle, Class 4: Tango and Cha Cha! No partner necessary. Our classes do not require that students change partners. This class is designed to encourage confidence on the dance floor! All participants will be issued a FREE pass to our Friday night dance party at the end of the session. LINE DANCING Ages: 17-Adult Date: Spring Session: Mondays April 6-27 Summer Session: June 4-25 Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM Location: Integral Ballroom Fee: $45.00 So what is line dancing? Quite simply it is exactly what the name implies: people dancing in lines to music! Participants will learn four line dances that are fun and simple. The energy in this class is absolutely amazing. This course is perfect for those who love to dance and do not have a partner. All dances will be taught and danced to a variety of music. So whether you love country or pop, oldies or top ten, this class will be sure to keep you smiling for one solid hour. All participants will be issued a FREE pass to our Friday night dance party at the end of the session. 25 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness INTEGRAL BALLROOM 3731 WM. PENN HWY. SUITE 200, MURRYSVILLE 724-733-0418 KIDS DANCE PARTY Date: Session A: Mondays June 15, 22 Session B: Mondays August 3, 10 Time: Elementary Grades: 6:00-7:30PM Middle School and Older: 7:30-9:00PM Fee: $30.00 Leave your flip flops at home and don your party clothes. Sparkles are highly encouraged. Did you know that Taylor Swift’s “Blank Spaces” is a Cha Cha? Did you know that Meghan Trainor’s “Lips are Movin” is a swing? And how about a Tango to Katy Perry’s “Dark Horse”? Or better yet, a Samba to Maroon 5’s “Animals”. Take a break from the sun and learn some red hot partner dances. You will learn the basic steps to 4 dances and dance them to the music YOU LIKE. Class 1: Cha Cha and Samba. Class 2: Swing and Tango. PARTY WITH YOUR WEDDING PARTY Date: Wednesday July 8-29 Time: 8:00-9:30 PM Fee: $60.00 We want your wedding party to rock out! Well ok, at least we don’t want them to do the dreaded rock-rock-stumble-and-look-scared thing. So get your bridal party, friends, and family together because if you register at least 10 people for our 4 week course, then you (the Bride and Groom) will not only get to come to the group class for free, BUT you will also earn a FREE 60 minute Private Lesson. During your four week session you will Night Club 2 Step to Ed Sheeran’s “Evergreen”, Rumba to John Legend’s “All of Me”, Cha Cha to Bruno Mars’ “Up Town Funk” and Foxtrot to Frank Sinatra’s “Fly Me to the Moon”. Also included will be instruction for the most common wedding line dances. So why not take a break from your wedding plans and have some fun. SPECIAL OFFER FOR BIG GROUPS OF 14 OR MORE! You can choose the day YOU want rather than the appointed day and time listed above. So don’t let the schedule prevent you from joining this class. Please note that registration is required before we can schedule your group, however, so register quickly to get 26 the day and time of your choice. Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness DEANS HEALTH & FITNESS Deans Health & Fitness Center, Village of Murrysville RTE 22 (724) 327-3326 www.deansfitness.com All sessions are for six weeks, unless otherwise noted, and begin on the first day you choose to start class. DEANS FITNESS CENTER GYM MEMBERSHIP and TANNING – Fee: $55.00 for 10 visits This offer includes full use of cardio and weight equipment including proper instruction and use of facilities. You will also receive 10 tanning sessions. You will receive a 10 punch card for both Gym use and Tanning and have 6 weeks to use visits. PILATES Time: Session A: Mondays 9:15 AM (all levels)(JS) Session B: Wednesdays 7:00 PM (JZ) Session C: Saturdays 9:00 AM (JZ) Session D: Any 2 Sessions Session E: Any 3 Sessions Fee: $48.00 per session, $78.00 for 2 sessions or $90.00 for 3 sessions See your posture improve, stomach and buttocks tone up, legs and arms look leaner as you follow the instructions of this popular program. Focused breathing is employed to coordinate the abdominal muscles and promote core stability. This class will help improve your mental and physical well-being as well as flexibility and strength. PILOGA Time: Session A: Mondays 4:15 PM Session B: Mondays 7:00 PM Fee: $48.00 Piloga combines Pilates and Yoga techniques to improve muscle strength, flexibility, and balance. This class will flow, using props to provide variety and intensity to the workout. Piloga people leave feeling rejuvenated and relaxed. SCULPT/PUMP/CONDITION Time: Session A: Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:15 AM (LH) Session B: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 PM (JL) Session C: Sessions A and B Fee: $45.00 for session A or B $55.00 for session C This class is a full-body sculpt class using dumbbells, body bars, and physio balls that will tone and sculpt your body to improve strength and endurance. (All Levels) 27 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness DEAN’S HEALTH & FITNESS Dean’s Health & Fitness Center, Village of Murrysville RTE 22 (724) 327-3326 www.deansfitness.com ZUMBA (HIGH ENERGY CLASS) Time: Session A: Tuesdays 7:00 PM (PS) Session B: Saturdays 10:15 AM (AT) Session C: Both Sessions Fee: $40.00 per session or $60.00 for both This class is a Low-High Aerobic Dance class combining Latin and International Music with a combination of slow and fast rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Come join in the fun while getting in shape! ZUMBA GOLD Time: Session A: Tuesday 11:30 AM (CS) Session B: Thursday 11:30 AM (CS) Session C: Both Sessions Fee: $45.00 per session or $60.00 for both sessions Zumba Gold is for the active adult population. It addresses the anatomical, physiological, and psychological needs specific to the active older adult. This program fuses Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a one of a kind fitness program that will blow you away. We want you to want to work out, to love working out, and to get hooked. YOGA Time: Session A: Tuesday 8:00 AM (MM) Session B: Wednesday 9:15 AM (CS) Session C: Thursday 7:00 PM (MBK) Session D: Saturday 7:50 AM (KM) Session E: Any 2 Sessions Fee: $48.00 per session or $90.00 for 2 sessions Join a Vinyasa style mat class in which movements flow from one to another in conjunction with breath. Breath with movement offers a natural way to reduce stress. This style blends strength, balance and flexibility into a user-friendly style attainable by individuals of all ages and fitness levels. Every individual can build a healthy body and obtain a calmer mind with a safe and effective yoga practice. 28 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness DEAN’S HEALTH & FITNESS Dean’s Health & Fitness Center, Village of Murrysville RTE 22 (724) 327-3326 YOGA (In the Chair) Time: Wednesday 11:30 AM (CS) Fee: $45.00 For the older Adult to learn gentle, effective yoga stretching that can help maintain flexibility and prevent injury, increasing your muscular endurance and improve muscle tone and help you relax physically and mentally. After School Yoga Session A: Monday and Wednesday (JZ) Time: 4:15 PM Fee: $70.00 This class will help you wind down after a day at school. It can help you achieve an overall feeling of well-being as you move through a series of fluid poses combined with the breath. This class will help you gain strength and flexibility in the body, and the slower pace and focus on breathing helps you release tension and calm the mind. Tai Chi Time: Fridays 9:15 AM Instructor: Dr. T.H. Liu Fee: $40.00 This class is a slow sequence of movements which emphasize a straight spine, abdominal breathing and a natural range of motion. Registration and payment for all Recreation Dept. programs is available by visiting www.murrysville.com Like us on Facebook at: Murrysville Recreation Department 29 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness DEAN’S HEALTH & FITNESS Dean’s Health & Fitness Center, Village of Murrysville RTE 22 (724) 327-3326 www.deansfitness.com SILVERSNEAKERS CLASSIC Monday thru Friday: 10:30AM (CS/JS/LH) Fee: $40.00 Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a Silver Sneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support. SILVERSNEAKER YOGA Time: Mondays 11:30 AM Fee: $40.00 Silver Sneakers Yoga will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of seated and standing postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. SILVERSNEAKERS CARDIO Time: Fridays 11:30 AM Fee: $40.00 Get up and go with an aerobics class that’s safe, heart healthy and gentle on the joints. The workout includes easy-to-follow low-impact movement, and upper upper-body strength, abdominal conditioning, stretching and relaxation exercises designed to energize your active lifestyle. 30 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness TOTAL BODY 3D INSIDE THE NEW MURRYSVILLE SPORTSZONE ARENA All classes are 6-week sessions. Register online at www.murrysville.com/RecreationPrograms ZUMBA IN DA CLUB Ages: 14 and Older Class Max. 10 Date: Session A: April 28- June 2 Session B: June 9- July 21 Time: Tuesdays 7:00 PM Fee: $33.00 Looking for some party, to get your party going this summer? Join our Zumba in Da Club class with club lighting and lots of your favorite tunes from the top twenty charts as well as Reggaeton Zumba music. No experience necessary, just need to be able to have a good time in a great environment! ZUMBA FITNESS Ages: 14 and Up Class Max: 15 Date: Session A: Monday 6:00PM April 27-June 8 (No Class Memorial Day) Session B: Monday 6:00PM June 15-July 20 Session C: Friday 9:30AM May 1- June 5 Session D: Friday 9:30AM June 12-July 17 Fee: $33.00 Come join the party at our studio that was built for Zumba! Brand new dance floor, stage, plenty of room and experienced instructors make this the best party in town! Move and groove to your favorite music, no experience required. INTRODUCTION TO EXERCISE Ages: 16 and older Class Max: 25 Date: Session A: May 3- May 24 Session B: June 7-June 28 Time: Sundays 6:30 PM Fee: $27.00 Are you overweight, out of shape, dealing with health issues and just don’t know where to start your fitness journey? Then this is the class for you. This four week class will start with information on how to get you motivated to change your circumstances at your pace and fitness level with no judgement. You will learn how to make exercise a part of your lifestyle and how to make it fun! No need to worry what to wear or if you need to lose weight to feel comfortable, at our studio. We are a come as you are environment! 31 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness TOTAL BODY 3D INSIDE THE NEW MURRYSVILLE SPORTSZONE ARENA All classes are 6-week sessions. Register online at www.murrysville.com/RecreationPrograms CORE EXPRESS Ages: 16 and older Class Max: 15 Date: Session A: May 7th-June 11 Session B: June 4th- July 16 Time: Thursday 5:30 pm Fee: $22.00 Are abs and core the same thing? Abs are actually a part of the core. The core is the center of the body, the connecting link for all the limbs. Not only does a strong, balanced core keep the spine straight, it works to transfer momentum from the upper body to the lower body, and vice versa. Come for 30 minutes of learning how to use those deep core muscles to build a stronger you! TKO BODYWORK KICKBOXING Ages: 16 and older Class Max: 10 Date: Session A: May 2nd -June 6th Session B: June 13th-July 18th Time: Saturday or Sunday 10:00am-11:00am Fee: $44.00 A high energy, cardio workout that can be adapted to any fitness level. Punch, kick and work your way to a healthier, more fit, you. Drills, combination moves and easy to follow patterns will keep your heart pumpin' and you coming back for more! OUTDOOR YOGA ON THE DECK Ages: 16 and older Date: Session A: June 1st-July 5th Session B: July 13th-August 17th Time: Monday, 8:30 am Fee: $44.00 Join us for 45 minutes of relaxing yoga outside on the Murrysville Sportzone Hockey Dek. Listen to the birds sing, feel the breeze on your skin and smell the fresh clean air. This is an amazing way to start your day! Beginners welcome. Bring a mat and water. 32 Murrysville Recreation Health and Fitness Health & Fitness TOTAL BODY 3D INSIDE THE NEW MURRYSVILLE SPORTSZONE ARENA All classes are 6-week sessions. Register online at www.murrysville.com/RecreationPrograms TRX 6 WEEK SUMMER OF SUCCESS Ages: 16 and older Class Max: 6 Date: Session A: Tuesday 6:00 pm, June 9th -July 21st Session B: Wednesday 6:00 pm , June 10th- July 22nd Session C: Thursday 8:30 am, June 11- July 23rd Session D: Saturday 8:00 am June 13- July 25 Session E: Saturday 11:15 am June 13th- July 25th Session H: Any Two Sessions Fee: $66.00 per session or $109.00 for two sessions Training for a marathon, like to run or just looking for a new way to exercise that will bring you core strength like you have never had before? Sign up for our 6 week TRX suspension training package and take your fit to a new level! TRX suspension training works with your level of fitness from beginner to athlete. It trains your core and teaches your body to work together. Taught by a personal trainer, get individual attention in a group atmosphere at an affordable price! TOTAL BODY CONDITIONING Ages 16 and older Class Max. 15 Date: Session A: April 30th- June 4th Session B: June 11th-July 23rd Time: Thursday 10:30 am, Fee: $38.00 Like old school weight training? Join our conditioning class where Stacia takes you through total body exercises with bands, balls, weights and some cardio step to get your heart rate up and running! Class routine changes each week to keep it fresh. 33 Murrysville Recreation Special Events Special Events Farmers’ Market The lazy, hazy days of summer will bring fresh, new sights, sounds and smells this year as the 2nd annual Murrysville Farmers’ Market, hosted by the Murrysville Recreation Department, takes place on Thursdays from 3:00-7:00 p.m. weekly June 4 through September 24 at the Murrysville Volunteer Fire Department field located at the intersection of Sardis Road and Logan Ferry Road. The Market will feature local growers of fresh produce, home baked goods, pantry items, fresh meats and jerky, dairy products, fresh flowers and plants, honey, herbs, crafts and more! Proceeds from the Market will benefit the Murrysville Volunteer Fire Department and Murrysville Community Day. Any vendors wishing to participate in the Market and anyone who would like more information should call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100 ext. 131 or 115. 34 Murrysville Recreation Special Events Special Events Farmers’ Market Kids’ Club Our Kids’ Club Farmhouse Kids, sponsored by First Commonwealth Bank, will be a fun new feature and will encourage the youngest market shoppers to learn where and how our foods are grown through interactive weekly activities, crafts, and trying new foods while earning coins to purchase their favorite healthy foods at the Market! Membership in the Kids’ Club is free. Enter the logo design contest to design the firstever Kids’ Club logo! The logo will be used on all advertising materials and on signage at the Market. The winner will receive 4 tickets to the Pittsburgh Zoo, complements of First Commonwealth Bank! Contestants must be 18 years of age or younger and entries must be received no later than Friday, May 8. Entries can be submitted digitally or hand-drawn to the Murrysville branch office of First Commonwealth Bank or the Municipal Building or by emailing the Recreation Department at [email protected] or [email protected]. For more information please call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100 ext. 131 or 115. 35 Murrysville Recreation Special Events Special Events MURRYSVILLE COMMUNITY DAY The 36th annual Community Day will be held August 15 at Murrysville Community Park from 12:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Live entertainment, great food, a petting zoo, kids’ water zone, car cruise, more than 60 exhibitors, the Murrysville Market featuring local crafters, artisans, farmers’ market vendors and so much more make this the event you don’t want to miss! As always, admission is free and don’t forget to plan to stay for the fabulous fireworks display! 36 Murrysville Recreation Special Events Special Events YOUTH AND FAMILY OUTDOOR EXPO Celebrate our great outdoors at our Youth and Family Outdoor Expo at Townsend Park on Saturday, September 19 from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., where everyone can learn how to fish or sharpen their angling skills on the new docks at Remaley pond and enjoy a variety of fun, outdoor, educational, hands-on activities throughout the park. Visit with the PA Game Commission, Saltsburg River and Trail, the 4-H Club, try shooting archery and air rifles, learn about geocaching, mountain biking, camping, see animal demonstrations and more! Exhibitors that would like to participate can call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100 ext. 131 or 115. COMMUNITY CAMPOUT It is said that those who play together stay together, so join the Murrysville Recreation Department for a Community Campout at Townsend Park September 19 at 5:00 p.m. until September 20 at 10:00 a.m. and create memories that will last a lifetime! All that you have to provide is your own camping equipment and a $10.00 registration fee per tent site and $5.00 fee per person, which includes dinner Saturday night and breakfast Sunday morning. The campout will feature lots of fun activities, storytelling, campfire cooking and more. What’s better than an evening sleeping in the park and enjoying the great outdoors? Call the Recreation Department at 724-327-2100 ext. 131 or 115 or send us an email at [email protected] or [email protected]. 37 Murrysville Recreation Special Events Special Events PA HERO WALK SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2015 The Murrysville Recreation Department will be teaming up with the PA Hero Walk to host the 3rd Annual Hometown Hero Walk right here in Murrysville. Proceeds from the walk will benefit Pennsylvania wounded and disabled veterans and their families. The Walk for all ages will begin at the Franklin Regional School District campus and end at Murrysville Community Park’s Veterans’ Memorial for a short program followed by a picnic for all participants. Individual and team walkers are needed for the walk, which is the main fundraiser for the event. For more information and to register for the walk, please visit the PA Hero Walk website at www.paherowalk.com. Save the date-Saturday, September 26! 38 Murrysville Recreation Special Events Special Events Chili Oktoberfest October 17, 2015 Sponsored by the Murrysville Export Rotary Club and in cooperation with the Recreation Department, the Eighth Annual Chili Oktoberfest will be held on Saturday, October 17 from noon until 6 p.m. at the Murrysville Volunteer Fire Company’s picnic pavilion at 3235 Sardis Rd. Every participant gets to be a judge and vote for his/her favorite chili. With 20 types of both hot and mild chili on hand, the Chili Oktoberfest is the hottest event in town! 10 local restaurants also enter the cookoff to compete for the title of “Best Chili in Murrysville!” Prizes are awarded for the favorite chili in each category and family friendly fall-time games are available. All proceeds benefit the Rotary Polio Foundation and the Miracle Complex at Murrysville Community Park. Tickets are $10.00 each. To purchase tickets or enter a chili for the contest, please contact the Murrysville Export Rotary Club or the Murrysville Recreation Department at 724-327-2100 ext. 131 or 115. 39 Murrysville Recreation Special Events Special Events Night of Lights December 4, 2015 Start the holiday season with a free event filled with fun for the whole family right here in Murrysville! Night of Lights is held at the Murrysville Community Center from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Enter the Gingerbread House contest , visit with Santa, make holiday crafts, enjoy delicious food and drinks, contribute to Loaves and Fishes and Toys for Tots, join S.L.A.M. volunteers as they place luminaries around the letter ‘M’ of the Murrysville tree sign and more! Mark your calendar now! The program is supported by the Sportsmen’s and Landowners Alliance of Murrysville, the Murrysville Historical Society, Murrysville Senior Citizens’ Center, the Murrysville Parks and Recreation Commission and multiple community businesses who help to make this event possible. 40 Murrysville Recreation INFORMATION 41 Murrysville Recreation INFORMATION 42 Murrysville Recreation INFORMATION Like us on Facebook at: Murrysville Recreation Department Registration and payment for all of our programs is available by visiting www.murrysville.com/Recreation_Programs.html Thank you for your interest in our programs and events! Please check the online registration system for any programs that have been added after this document was created. Feel free to contact us at 724-327-2100 ext. 131 or 115 with any questions. See you this summer! 43
© Copyright 2025