Berlin Parks and Recreation
Department
2015 Summer Brochure
For more information please call the
Department at 860-828-7009
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
1. Residents may register for the Summer Program only starting Saturday, May 9 from 9 a.m.-12 noon at the Parks
and Recreation office. Registration for all programs, for residents, will start on Monday, May 11. Non-residents
may register for the following programs beginning May 26 (if space is still available) Fit Toddlers, swim team
(Newington and New Britain residents only), LEGO camps, Arts Discovery camp, Fairy Tale camp, Ice Adventure
Camp, Artsy Crafty Kids, Skyhawk! s camps, youth basketball, Karate, youth tennis, dog obedience classes, Six Flag
tickets, Connecticut Science Center tickets, Lake Compounce tickets, Tai Chi and Pilates. Unless noted – age is
determined by first date of the program/class.
2. Registration is accepted either in person or by mail however, you must register in person for swim passes, swim
lessons, swim team, Connecticut Science Center tickets, Lake Compounce tickets and Six Flags tickets.
Registration in person will be accepted at the Berlin Parks and Recreation Department, 230 Kensington Rd., Monday
through Wednesday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Thursday 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. The office
will be closed on Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day, at 4:30 on Thursday, July 2 and closed on Friday, July 3
for Independence Day.
If registering by mail, include the appropriate registration form, a check made out to the Town of Berlin and a selfaddressed, stamped envelope and mail to Berlin Parks and Recreation Department, 230 Kensington Rd., Berlin, CT
06037 or include your email and the receipt will be emailed to you. Please do not forget to put the Program # on the
registration form. You will be contacted if there are any questions with your paperwork.
VISA and Master Card will be accepted in person only. Debit Cards will not be accepted.
We have a mailbox available, by the office door, for you to drop off registrations, after business hours but when the
Community Center is open. These registrations will be processed the next business day, in random order, at our
earliest convenience. Checks only please. Registrations that cannot be put in the mailbox include " swim passes,
swim lessons, swim team, Connecticut Science Center tickets, Lake Compounce tickets and Six Flags tickets.
The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel any program, which does not meet minimum
enrollment requirements. Registration must be done in advance. In order to insure the continuance of each program,
registrations must be made at least one week before the start of the program unless otherwise indicated.
3. Cancellations " Weekdays call the information line at 860-828-7100
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Cancellation and Refund Policy
1. Refund will be automatic if a program is cancelled or registrants on waiting list are not included in program.
Fees paid by credit card will be refunded by credit card.
2. Refunds will not be issued on requests made less than 3 business days before a program begins. All refund requests for
any reasons other than cancellation by the Town or failure to include a registrant on a waiting list must be in writing and
received by the Town at least three business days before the program begins.
3. All requests for refunds will be charged a processing fee of 10% of the amount, minimum of $5/maximum of
$25. Fees will not be charged if Parks and Recreation cancels the program.
4. Refunds will not be given on finalized trips, program tickets or season passes.
5. No refunds will be given after a program has started.
6. When program fees are paid by credit card and a refund is approved, that refund will be given on the credit card.
7. Exceptions to this refund policy will be made in the sole discretion of the Superintendent of Recreation and must be
based upon hardship or other good cause demonstrated by the registrant.
8. Policy does not apply to Timberlin Golf Course.
9. All refunds will take up to four weeks to process, from the time of request. Refunds will be mailed to you.
BERLIN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
230 Kensington Rd., Berlin, CT 06037
Jim Capodiece Director " Community, Recreation and Park Services# #
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Art Volz
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POOLS
Season Passes may be purchased for individuals and households at the Berlin Parks and Recreation Department office for
Percival Pool and Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool. Season passes enable residents to use either of the two
pools. The fee for individuals (you must be 18 and older for this pass) is $40 and for households is $65. Please fill
out the Pool Pass/Swim lesson registration form for passes and swim lessons.
The resident daily admission fee is $5 for adults and $4 for children. Non-resident daily admission fee is $6 for adults
and $5 for children. All non-residents must be accompanied at all times by a Berlin resident 18 years of age and older.
All children under 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult 18 and over, who is in proper swimwear. Swim lessons
are free as part of the household pool pass. Both pools will be open on July 4 from 12-5 p.m.
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool – located on Wilcox Court in East Berlin
Pool opens Thursday, June 18 from 12-7 p.m.
Regular hours are Monday! s and Wednesday! s 12-5 p.m.
Tuesday! s, Thursday! s and Friday! s 12-7 p.m.*
Saturday! s and Sunday! s 12-6 p.m.
Family Adult Swim is held Thursdays 6-7 p.m. 13 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
Wading Pool is open Monday! s and Wednesday! s 12-5 p.m., Tuesday! s, Thursday! s and Friday! s 12-6 p.m.*, Saturday! s
& Sunday! s 12-5 p.m. An adult must accompany children. Open to children 6 and under.
*Please note that June 23 and June 30 pool and wading pool will be open from 12-5 p.m.
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool will close for the season on Friday, August 7
Percival Pool " located on Highland Ave, off Percival Ave in Berlin
Pool opens Monday, June 22 12-6 p.m.
Regular hours are Monday! s-Friday! s 12-6 p.m.
Saturday! s & Sunday! s 12-6 p.m.
Family Adult Swim is held Wednesday! s 5-6 p.m. 13 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Hours are
subject to change due to activities at the pool, changes will be posted.
Percival Pool will close for the season on Friday, August 14 (if adequate staffing is available)
BERLIN DOLPHIN SWIM TEAM
Swim Team practices will be held Monday-Friday from 8-8:55 a.m. and Monday-Friday from 6-7:30 p.m.
starting Monday, June 22 at Percival Pool. Swimmers should attend 4 to 5 practices a week. Swim Team
has two divisions. Junior for ages 12 and under and Senior for ages 13-18 (age as of July 1). The fee for
residents is $120, $100 for each additional child in the same family and $130 per child/non-resident.
Deadline to register is Thursday, July 2 at 4:30 p.m. All residents will receive an individual pool
pass as part of the program. Participants must be able to swim at least one lap (25 yards) across the pool.
Knowledge of competitive strokes would be helpful.
Junior Swim Team " Program #240101A Senior Swim Team " Program #240101B
Metro Swim will be at Percival Pool on June 25 from 6-7:30 p.m. for the swim suit sale.
LIFEGUARD TRAINING COURSE
The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course will be offered this summer, for residents and non-residents.
There is a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 8 allowed. Prerequisites for the course are: you must be at least 15 years old,
swim a 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing, tread water 2 minutes using only
your legs complete a timed event including swimming 20 yards, surface dive & brick retrieval from 7-10 ft water, return
to surface and swim 20 yards on back holding brick, exit water without using a ladder or steps. Certificate earned includes
lifeguarding/first aid/CPR/AED valid for 2 years. Classes will be held from 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Percival Pool. The
course will start on August 3 for approximately 10 classes (Saturday, August 8 may be included), you must attend every
class. The fee, which includes a resuscitation mask, is $120 for residents and $130 for nonresidents. Program #240201A
SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE
Swimming lessons are held at Percival Pool and Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool in the
mornings, Monday through Friday. The first session will start on Monday June 22.
Evening lessons will be held at Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool only. First session
will be June 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 July 1, 6 and 8. Second session will be Monday and Wednesday
evenings July 13-August 5
Swim Lessons for children with special needs " the Department will offer instruction for children with special needs.
The focus will be developing self confidence and self-esteem while developing water safety and swimming skills. We
will take one child per time slot but you must register for a specific LTS Level, lessons are not one on one. This will be
available for all evening lessons at Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool and only the 2nd and 3rd session of morning
lessons at Percival Pool.
You can only register for one session of swim lessons at a time. You can either register for day lessons or evening lessons
but not for both. All lessons are free as part of the Household 2015 pool pass which participants must register for in order
to take swim lessons. As a result of testing of some participants to see what class they should participate in, there will be
some movement of participants from one level to another. Parent & Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, and Learn-toSwim (LTS) classes where age will apply are determined by the first day of class, per session. All participants in Parent &
Child Aquatics must be 6 months by the first day of class. All participants in Preschool Aquatics must be 4 years by the
first day of class. All participants in Learn-to-Swim classes must be 6 years old. Please note for the first session, classes
will not be held on Friday, July 3.
Please note: The American Red Cross Parent and Child Aquatics help young children (6 months through 3 years) become
comfortable in and around the water so they are ready to learn to swim. It is not designed to teach children to become
good swimmers or even to survive in the water on their own. Parent and Child Aquatics gives parents information and
techniques to help orient their children to the water and to supervise water activities in a safe manner. 1. Level 1 is for
children who are 6 months to 3 years old and have either no water experience or one previous session of water adjustment
lessons. 2. Level 2 is for children who: Are 6 months to 3 years old and have passed Parent and Child Aquatics Level 1.
Parents must accompany their child in the water for Level 1 & 2 Aquatics. The American Red Cross Preschool Aquatics
consists of three levels, this program helps children ages 4 and 5 years old. The primary objective of Preschool Aquatics is
to promote the developmentally appropriate learning of fundamental water safety and aquatic skills. Learn-to-Swim (LTS)
Aquatics is offered to children ages 6 and older. It consists of six levels.
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Pool Evening Lessons – Session 1 6/22, 6/23, 6/24, 6/29, 6/30, 7/1, 7/6, 7/8
Time
5-5:35
Level
5:40-6:15
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
Special needs" designate LTS3or LTS4
Preschool " Level 1
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
Special needs " designate Pre or LTS 3
Program #
242013G
242014G
242019SG
242017AH
242013H
242019SH
Time
6:20-6:55
Level
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
LTS 1 " Intro to Water Skills
Special needs " designate LTS 1 or 2
Program #
242012J
242011J
242019SJ
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Pool Evening Lessons – Session 2 7/13, 7/15, 7/20, 7/22, 7/27, 7/29, 8/3, 8/5
Time
5-5:35
5:40-6:15
Level
LTS 5 " Stroke Refinement
Preschool " Level 2
Special needs " designate Pre or LTS 5
Parent & Child Level 1&2
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
Special needs designate P&C or LTS 3
Program #
242025G
242027BG
242029SG
242020BH
242023H
242029SH
Time
6:20-6:55
Level
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Special needs " designate LTS 2 or 4
Program #
242024J
242022J
242029SJ
Session 1 – June 22-July 2 *no July 3
Percival Pool
Time
Level
9-9:25
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
LTS 5 " Stroke Refinement
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Preschool " Level 2
LTS 6 " Fundamentals of Diving
Preschool " Level 3
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Preschool" Level 1
Parent & Child Level 1&2
LTS 1 " Intro to Water Skills
9:30-9:55
10-10:25
10:30-10:55
11-11:25
11:30-11:55
Program #
243013A
243015A
243014B
243012B
243017BC
243016DC
243017CD
243013D
243012E
243017AE
243010AF
243011F
Time
9-9:25
9:30-9:55
10-10:25
10:30-10:55
11-11:25
11:30-11:55
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Pool
Level
LTS 6 " Personal Water Safety
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
LTS 5 " Stroke Refinement
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
LTS 1 " Intro to Water Skills
Preschool " Level 1
Parent & Child Level 1&2
LTS 1" Intro to Water Skills
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
Preschool " Level 2
Program #
242016PA
242014A
242015B
242013B
242014C
242012C
242011D
242017AD
242010AE
242011E
242013F
242017BF
Session 2 – July 6-July 17
Percival Pool
Time
Level
9-9:25
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Special needs " designate LTS 2 or 4
LTS 6 " Fitness Swimmer
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
Special needs - designate LTS 3 or 6
LTS 1 " Intro to Water Skills
LTS 5 " Stroke Refinement
Special needs " designate LTS 1 or 5
Preschool " Level 3
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
Special needs " designate Pre or LTS 4
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
Preschool " Level 1
Special needs " designate Pre or LTS 3
Parent & Child Level 1&2
Preschool " Level 2
Special needs " designate P&C or Pre
9:30-9:55
10-10:25
10:30-10:55
11-11:25
11:30-11:55
Program #
243024A
243022A
243029SA
243026FB
243023B
243029SB
243021C
243025C
243029SC
243027CD
243024D
243029SD
243023E
243027AE
243029SE
243020BF
243027BF
243029SF
Time
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Pool
Level
Program #
242023A
242026DA
9-9:25
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
LTS 6 " Fundamentals of Diving
9:30-9:55
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
10-10:25
Preschool " Level 3
LTS 1" Intro to Water Skills
242027CC
242021C
10:30-10:55
Preschool" Level 2
LTS 5" Stroke Refinement
242027BD
242025D
11-11:25
Preschool" Level 1
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
242027AE
242022E
11:30-11:55
Parent & Child Level 1&2
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
242020BF
242023F
242024B
242022B
Session 3 – July 20-July 31
Percival Pool
Time
Level
9-9:25
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
LTS 6 " Fundamentals of Diving
Special needs " designate LTS 3 or 6
LTS 5 " Stroke Refinement
LTS 1 " Intro to Water Skills
Special needs " designate LTS 1 or 5
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
LTS 5 " Stroke Refinement
Special needs " designate LTS 2 or 5
LTS 4" Stroke Improvement
Preschool " Level 3
Special needs " designate Pre or LTS 4
Parent & Child Level 1&2
Preschool " Level 2
Special needs " designate P&C or Pre
LTS 4" Stroke Improvement
Preschool " Level 1
Special needs " designate Pre or LTS 4
9:30-9:55
10-10:25
10:30-10:55
11-11:25
11:30-11:55
Program #
243033A
243036DA
243039SA
243035B
243031B
243039SB
243032C
243035C
243039SC
243034D
243037CD
243039SD
243030BE
243037BE
243039SE
243034F
243037AF
243039SF
Time
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Pool
Level
9-9:25
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
LTS 2 " Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Program #
242034A
242032A
9:30-9:55
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
LTS 6 " Personal Water Safety
242033B
242036PB
10-10:25
Preschool " Level 1
LTS 5 " Stroke Refinement
242037AC
242035C
10:30-10:55
LTS 4 " Stroke Improvement
Parent & Child Level 1&2
242034D
242030BD
11-11:25
LTS 1 " Intro to Water Skills
Preschool " Level 3
242031E
242037CE
11:30-11:55
LTS 3 " Stroke Development
Preschool " Level 2
242033F
242037BF
YOUTH PROGRAMS
Fit Toddlers– For 2-3 year olds. Each of the classes will be a fun adventure for your toddler. Parachute games, obstacle
courses, games and much more create a playful environment for your child. Parents are welcome to participate with the
children. Parents that do participate must sign their name to the release agreement on their child! s registration form.
When you register you must register for one time slot and attend that class only. Classes meet Friday! s 9:30-10:15 a.m. or
10:30-11:15 a.m. starting July 10 for 4 weeks (no class July 31) at the Berlin Community Center. Mary Beth Uryga is the
instructor. Fee is $35 for residents, $45 for non-residents. Program #214401A for 9:30 class and #214401B for 10:30
class
Youth Basketball – For boys and girls. This program will be held at the outdoor courts at McGee
Middle School, Monday-Thursday. The first session runs July 13-July 23 and the second session
runs July 27-August 6. Fridays will be used as a make-up day, if needed. The fee is $50 residents,
$60 non-residents. The program will consist of skills, drills and games. Grade is based on grade
they just completed this school year.
Session 1 Youth who completed 3rd and 4th grade will meet from 8-9:15 a.m.
Youth who completed 5th and 6th grade will meet from 9:15-10:30 a.m.
Youth who completed 7th through 9th grade will meet from 10:30-11:45 a.m.
Session 2 Youth who completed 3rd and 4th grade will meet from 8-9:15 a.m.
Youth who completed 5th and 6th grade will meet from 9:15-10:30 a.m.
Youth who completed 7th through 9th grade will meet from 10:30-11:45 a.m.
Program #220901A
Program #220901B
Program #220901C
Program #220901A2
Program #220901B2
Program #220901C2
Karate – Little Ninja! s, ages 4-6. Tuesday! s and Thursday! s 4:45-5:30 p.m. 8 weeks, starting July 14. Fee is $99 for
residents, $109 for non-residents with free uniform and awards ceremony. Held at First Class Martial Arts and Fitness,
158 Mill St., Berlin, CT. Prior registrants are not eligible to register. Once you register and before the first class, please
go to First Class Martial Arts and Fitness so they can get more information from you. You can go anytime after 5 p.m.
Deadline to register is Thursday, July 9. Program #214001A
Karate – Beginners, ages 7-12. Monday! s 5:30-6:15 p.m. and Wednesday! s 4:45-5:30 p.m. 8 weeks, starting July 13.
Fee is $99 for residents, $109 for non- residents with free uniform and awards ceremony. Held at First Class Martial Arts
and Fitness, 158 Mill St., Berlin, CT. Prior registrants are not eligible to register. Once you register and before the first
class, please go to First Class Martial Arts and Fitness so they can get more information from you. You can go anytime
after 5 p.m. Deadline to register is Thursday, July 9. Program #224001A
Tennis lessons will be offered for youth on Monday! s-Thursday! s at the outdoor tennis courts behind
Hubbard School (at Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool). Limit of 24 in a class. Head instructor
will be provided by the Tennis and Fitness Center of Rocky Hill. If there is inclement weather or wet
courts, classes will be held the same day at the Tennis and Fitness Center in Rocky Hill. Directions and
complete cancellation information will be given out when you register. First session will be June 29-July
9, 2nd session will be July 13-23 and mini session will be held July 27-30. Deadline to register is the Thursday before
each session is to begin. Age as of June 29 for 1st session, July 13 for 2nd session and July 27 for mini session.
1st session
4-5 year olds from 9-9:35 a.m.
- $35* " Program #220601D
June 29-July 9
6-8 year olds from 9:35-10:20 a.m.
- $45* " Program #220601A1
9-12 year olds from 10:20-11:10 a.m.
- $45* " Program #220601B1
12 years and older from 11:10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- $45* " Program #220601C1
2nd session
July 13-23
4-5 year olds from 9-9:35 a.m.
6-8 year olds from 9:35-10:20 a.m.
9-12 year olds from 10:20-11:10 a.m.
12 years and older from 11:10 a.m.-12 p.m.
mini session
July 27-30
4-5 year olds from 9-9:35 a.m.
- $20* " Program #220601D3
6-8 year olds from 9:35-10:20 a.m.
- $25* " Program #220601A3
9-12 year olds from 10:20-11:10 a.m.
- $25* " Program #220601B3
12 years and older from 11:10 a.m.-12 p.m.
- $25* " Program #220601C3
There is an additional fee of $10 for each class, for non-residents*
- $35* "
- $45* "
- $45* "
- $45* "
Program #220601D2
Program #220601A2
Program #220601B2
Program #220601C2
Arts Discovery Camp – An exciting introduction to the arts, for 3 ½ -6 year olds! (must be toilet trained and able to tend
to their own bathroom needs). Dance & movement, music & rhythm, arts & crafts and acting & stories will be part of this
new program. Creative, developmentally appropriate activities centered around the $ theme of the day% . Elizabeth CookAsal is the instructor. A light snack will be served, please bring a water bottle. Camp will be held July 6-10 and/or July
27-31, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Berlin Community Center. Fee is $90 for residents and
$100 for non-residents. Program #220211A for July 6 week and #220211B for July 27 week
Fairy Tale Camp I and II – Calling all princesses and princes, pirates and mermaids, frogs and wolves too! Enter into a
world of $ Once upon a time% and $ Happily ever after% through movement, music and storytelling. Children create props
and costumes, become their favorite characters and perform popular fairy tales. It! s an enchanted adventure every day!
Elizabeth Cook-Asal is the instructor. A light snack will be served, please bring a water bottle. Camp will be held
Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Berlin Community Center. Fee is $90 for residents and $100 for
non-residents. Fairy Tale I Camp is July 13-17 for 4-7 year olds, Program #220301A Fairy Tale Camp II is August
3-7 for 5-8 year olds Program #220301B
Ice Adventures Camp – For ages 4-7. Let it all go and join your favorite icy queen, her daring sister, a loyal reindeer and
a happy snowman in summer. A cool combination of Fairy Tale Camp and Arts Discovery Camp, Ice Adventures is filled
with new crafts, games and activities every day. Bundle up for a chilling good time! Elizabeth Cook-Asal is the
instructor. Snack will be provided, please bring a water bottle. Camp will be held June 29-July 2, Monday through
Thursday from 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Berlin Community Center. Fee is $70 for residents and $80 for non-residents.
Program #220302A
Artsy Crafty Kids – For ages 5-11 (K-5th grade) Join Peggy Loehr, art teacher and instructor as we explore a different
medium every day of the week from painting, paper mache, clay and arts and crafts. This program will be held Monday
through Friday, June 22-26 at the Berlin Community Center from 9-10 a.m. Fee for residents is $50 and $60 for nonresidents (fee includes cost for materials) Program #220401A
LEGO® Camps – presented by Play-Well TEKnologies
All LEGO® Camps are held at the Berlin Community Center
Please note that students will not be allowed to keep any LEGO® materials
Pre-Engineering with LEGO® - Ages 5-7 " Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO®! Build
engineer-designed projects such as boats, bridges, mazes and motorized cars, and use special pieces to create your own
unique design. Explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system with the guidance of an
experienced Play-Well instructor. This is an ideal way to prepare young builders for the challenge of Engineering
FUNdamentals. Program will be held July 6 through July 10, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee is $150
for residents and $160 for non-residents. Program #224911A
Engineering FUNdamentals with LEGO® - Ages 8 to 10 - Power up your engineering skills with Play-Well
TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture
through engineer-designed projects such as arch bridges, skyscrapers, motorized cars and the Battletrack! Design and
build as never before and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. An experienced instructor will
challenge new and returning students to engineer at the next level. Program will be held July 6 through July 10, Monday
through Friday from 1-4 p.m. Fee is $150 for residents and $160 for non-residents. Program #224911B
Robotics using LEGO® WeDo " Ages 7-9 Build and program robots in this introductory Robotics class using the
LEGO® WeDo system. Learn basic programming skills, simple engineering concepts, and the names of robot
components. Work in small groups to complete several projects using tilt and motion sensors. This is a great way to
prepare young Robotics enthusiasts for our more advanced Robotics programs. Program will be held July 13 through July
17, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Fee is $190 for residents and $200 for non-residents Program #224911C
Robotics using LEGO® EV3 – Ages 10-12 Build and program robots using the LEGO® Mindstorms EV3 system!
Learn about mechanical and software design, loops, conditional statements, problem solving, and teamwork skills. Work
in small groups, program and build your robot, and rise to the challenge. Control the robot to avoid obstacles, pick up and
carry objects, and play sounds. Projects are structured so that students work in an open-ended, investigative environment
while having fun. Program will be held July 13 through July 17, Monday through Friday from 1-4 p.m. Fee is $190 for
residents and $200 for non-residents. Program #224911D
Berlin Parks and Recreation Department Basketball Clinic 2015 " GIRLS entering grades 2 through 9 in the fall are
welcome. Residents only. The clinic will be held Monday, June 22- Thursday, June 25 from 8:30 AM " 12 noon at
McGee Middle School. This clinic will be staffed by highly qualified, certified, and enthusiastic Berlin High School
coaches, and will be assisted by members of the Lady Redcoat Girls Basketball Team. $100 tuition includes: T-shirt,
drinks, certificate and awards. $10 family discount (two or more students). Athletes should wear sneakers, shorts, and Tshirt. Please indicate t-shirt size when registering. Program #220915A
Skyhawks Camps –you can also register online at www.skyhawks.com
Tiny-Hawk – (Soccer & basketball) Ages 3&4 " Skyhawks multi-sport programs are tailored to your
child! s age and skill level while teaching life lessons such as respect and teamwork. Tiny-Hawk
programs give children age 3-4 years a fun and positive first step into athletics. Participants must be
toilet trained in order to participate. Participants should wear appropriate clothing, sneakers and
sunscreen and bring a water bottle and a snack. Participants receive a t-shirt. Camp will be MondayFriday, July 13-July 17 from 9-9:45 a.m. at the McGee Middle School soccer field. The fee is $65 for residents and $75
for non-residents. Program #224920C
Mini-Hawk – (Soccer, baseball & basketball) Ages 4-7 " Skyhawks multi-sport programs are tailored
to your child! s age and skill level while teaching life lessons such as respect and teamwork. MiniHawk® programs give children age 4-7 years a fun and positive first step into athletics. Participants
should wear appropriate clothing, sneakers and sunscreen and bring a water bottle and two snacks.
Participants receive a t-shirt. Camp will be Monday-Friday, July 13-July 17 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at
McGee Middle School. The fee is $115 for residents and $125 for non-residents. Program #224920B
Or if you prefer to attend either Tiny-Hawk or Mini-Hawk in the evening that is available this year. Both will be held
the week of July 27-30, Monday through Thursday at McGee Middle School.
Tiny-Hawk will be held from 5-5:45 p.m. The fee for residents is $55 and $65 for nonresidents. Program #224920CN
Mini-Hawk will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. The fee for residents is $75 and $85 for nonresidents. Program #224920BN
Soccer – Ages 6-8 " Skyhawks was founded as a soccer club in 1979. Skyhawks is the nation! s #1 camp for learning the
fundamentals of soccer. Using our progressional curriculum, boys and girls will gain the technical skills &
sport knowledge required for that next step into soccer. Participants should wear appropriate clothing,
soccer shoes (or comfortable athletic shoes) and sunscreen and bring a water bottle and two snacks.
Participants receive a t-shirt. Camp will be Monday-Friday, July 20-24 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at McGee
Middle School. The fee is $115 for residents and $125 for non-residents. Program #224920D
PILATES " Our Pilates classes are held at the Berlin Community Center. Instructors are from Personal Euphoria,
Wethersfield. For more information on Pilates visit www.pilatesct.com Co-ed 18 years of age and up. All classes meet
for 8 weeks. Wear comfortable clothes, bring a mat and water. Limit of 17 participants for each class.
Core Blast Pilates - Exercises are designed to strengthen and stretch every muscle in the body while also improving
balance. Focus is also on developing a strong core while also increasing flexibility and movement. This class is based on
traditional Pilates exercises with a modern flare and upbeat music to help keep you energized. Come ready to work your
abs, back, arms legs, and glutes. Every exercise can be modified for beginner and intermediate levels. Fee is $60 for
residents and $70 for non-residents.
Monday! s from July 13-August 31 6-7 p.m. Program #232001A or 7-8 p.m. Program #232001B
Barre Physique Bar Class – Pilates Physique is a unique total body workout that focuses on small, controlled
movements combined with gentle-on-the-joints but heart-pumping bursts of interval training to define and tone long, lean
muscles. With a combination of muscle work and stretching this program creates lean, flexible sculpted arms, flat abs and
a lifted seat! Using a chair or bar provided, you! ll be targeting every muscle in the body. A challenging, safe and
effective workout set to dynamic music props such as balls, bands and light weights. Fee is $48 for residents and $58 for
non-residents.
Wednesday! s from July 8-August 26 from 6:15-7 p.m. Program #232001C
TAI CHI for Osteoporosis and Fall Prevention - Tai Chi consists of fluid gentle movements that are relaxed and slow
in tempo. It has been proven to work by slowing down bone loss, improving balance, reducing falls and improving
quality of life. Dress comfortably. This class meets 7 times in the multi-purpose room at the Berlin Community Center.
Fee is $56 for residents and $66 for non-residents. Drop-in fee is $9 per class for residents and $14 for nonresidents.
Drop-in fees can be paid in the Parks and Recreation Department office before class.
Wednesday! s 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 1-August 12 Program #234201A
Wednesday! s 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. August 19-September 30 Program #234201B
DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES " All three classes are held at the former Pistol Creek Golf Course, 600 Spruce Brook
Rd, East Berlin. Dog handlers should be at least 16 years of age. Instructors are Wendy McGurgan, Professional Dog
Trainer & Obedience Instructor and Shirley Coulombe, Assistant Trainer.
Kindergarten Puppy Training " The class is for puppies aged 2 ½ months to 6 months old. We will
work on leash walking and the come, sit and down commands. Your puppy will also develop social skills
and confidence. Learn how to praise and correct your puppy appropriately. Start a great relationship
with your pup! We will address problems like chewing, housebreaking and crate training. You will need
a six-foot leash and we will discuss leashes and collars in the first class. First class is held without dogs
and is mandatory unless you are excused by the instructor. Please bring a copy of your puppy! s current
vaccinations to the first class. Fee $65 for residents and $75 for non-residents. Seven weeks, Thursday! s June 18-July 30
from 6-7 p.m. Limit of 12. Program #265001B
Basic Dog Obedience " The class will cover basic commands for the family dog. Commands include sit, down, stay,
heel, come and stand. You will learn how to correct bad habits such as jumping up and pulling on the leash. Learn how
to praise, correct and discipline your dog appropriately. Dogs should be at least 6 months old. You will need a six-foot
leash and we will discuss leashes and collars in the first class. First class is held without dogs and is mandatory unless
you are excused by the instructor. A copy of your dog! s current vaccinations, including Bordetella, should be given to
the instructor at the first class. Fee $65 for residents and $75 for non-residents. Seven weeks, Tuesday! s June 16-July 28
from 6-7 p.m. Limit of 12. Program #265001A
Obedience Challenge Course – Dog and handler teams will navigate a course of varying obedience exercises each week.
Teams will improve their skills with the goal of completing the course with few, if any, corrections. Handlers will work
with the instructor to strengthen their skills and challenge themselves to shorten their course time and learn to work as a
team with their dogs. Dogs and handlers must have completed Basic Dog Obedience class and should have a working
knowledge of the sit, down, stay, heel come and stand commands. You will need a six-foot leash. We will reward our
dogs with physical and verbal praise, not food. Please bring a copy of your dog! s current vaccinations to the first class if
the instructor does not have this on file already. Fee $55 for residents and $65 for non-residents. Four weeks,
Wednesday! s June 24-July 15 from 6-7 p.m. Limit of 10. Program #265001D
FAMILY/SPECIAL EVENTS/TICKETS
Simply Swing " Simply Swing, a 10-piece swing orchestra specializing in music from the Big
Band and Swing Dance eras will be performing on Monday, June 29 from 7-8:30 p.m. at
Veteran! s Memorial Park. This is a free event sponsored by Farmington Bank as part of a series
of community concerts that Farmington Bank is sponsoring in Connecticut. In the event of
inclement weather, the performance shall be held at the Berlin Senior Center.
Raising Berlin and the Parks and Recreation Department Movie Night" to be held on Saturday, June 20 at 7:15 p.m.
at Zipadelli Field at Sage Park. Bring the family to this fun $ free% movie night at Sage Park. Pre-packaged concessions
will be available for purchase. Rain date is Saturday, June 27. For more information, please email
raisingberlin@comcast.net
Six Flags New England Good Any Day Tickets " Six Flags New England, located in Agawam, Mass is an amazing park
with awesome rides, great shows and incredible attractions. Plus Hurricane Harbor water park. The Good Any Day tickets
will be on sale for residents at $37 which is a savings of $22.99 on the regular price ($59.99). Non-residents may
purchase tickets for $37.50 beginning on May 26. Tickets must be purchased in person only. Limited tickets are
available. Deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, August 24 Program #280201A
Connecticut Science Center Tickets Good Any Day Tickets " The Connecticut Science Center is a nine story museum,
located in Hartford, that boasts 150 interactive exhibits consisting of videos, audios, visuals, tactile components
interactive exhibits and live demonstrations in 10 galleries plus a 206 seat 3-D theatre. The Parks and Recreation
Department is offering for sale " good any day tickets for $13.50 for residents (adult and youth) which is a savings of
$6.45 for senior residents, $8.45 for adult residents and $1.45 for youth residents 4-17 years old. Children ages 3 and
under are free as well as members. Nonresidents (adult and youth) may purchase tickets beginning on May 26 for $14.
All tickets must be purchased in person only. Limited tickets are available. Deadline to purchase tickets is Monday,
August 24. Program #280202A
Lake Compounce Good Any Day Tickets – Lake Compounce, located in Bristol, has invested millions in rides, roller
coasters and attractions, and has added more dining options during the recent years, making Lake Compounce more
beautiful than ever. Anyone looking for fun things to do in Connecticut with kids will find Lake Compounce to be the
perfect destination! The Good Any Day tickets will be on sale for residents at $27.50 which is a savings of $13.49 on the
regular price ($40.99). Non-residents may purchase tickets for $28 beginning on May 26. Tickets must be purchased in
person only. Limited tickets are available. Deadline to purchase tickets is Monday, August 24 Program #280203A
Golf programs at Timberlin Golf Course
2015 Timberlin Summer Junior Programs
Junior Golf Clinics
These 1-hour clinics are designed for junior golfers of all skill levels. The clinics will be divided into two age groups, ages
9-13 and ages 5-8. The Timberlin Golf Club Professional Staff will conduct golf clinics that will feature full swing,
chipping, putting, on-course instruction, and etiquette. If juniors do not have golf clubs, we will provide them. The cost of
the clinic is $100 for the week, which includes lunch. Sign up and payment (cash or check only) can be made in the Golf
Shop or by calling (860)-828-3228. Limit 30 per age group.
Week 1: July- 13, 14, 15, 16
10-11 am (ages 9-13)
11:30am-12:30pm (ages 5-8)
Week 3: August 17, 18, 19, 20
10-11 am (ages 9-13)
11:30am-12:30pm (ages 5-8)
Junior Golf Camps
These 2-hour golf camps are designed for junior golfers that are intermediate to advanced players. This series of lessons
will include instruction, as well as golf etiquette, strategy, and on-course playing. Some prior experience is required for
these clinics as we will be spending some time on the golf course. The cost of the camp is $150 for the week and sign-up
and payment (cash or check only) can be made in the Golf Shop or by calling (860)-828-3228. This camp will be broken
up on site into two age divisions (8-10) and (11-13), and space is limited to the first 20 who sign up in each group.
Week 1: July- 6, 7, 8, 9
Week 2: August- 3, 4, 5, 6
10am-12pm (ages 8-13)
10am-12pm (ages 8-13)
PGA JR LEAGUE @ TIMBERLIN
If your youngster can drive, chip or putt# .there! s a spot for them on Timberlin! s PGA Junior
League team! Open to both Boys & Girls, age 13 & under
PGA Junior League is designed to bring a $ Little League% atmosphere to the game of golf. The league provides a
structured environment for young golfers to compete and have fun! This is a great way to get, and keep, kids involved in
the game.
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PGA Junior League Participants Receive: Team jerseys, golf balls, and PGA Junior League bag tag
5-6 regular season competitions plus practice once a week during June & July. Matches typically will be Sundays
at 4pm and practice on a weekday from 6pm-7pm
• Opportunity for advancement to post-season and All-Star teams
• Access to customized website home page for Timberlin! s team schedule, standings, and statistics
Program Structure: Fun team scramble format for players of every skill level. All participants get to play in every
competition
Cost & Information $150 per child for the 2015 season. Season is during June & July
For more information or to sign-up your youngster, please call (860) 828-3228 or email timberlinhp@gmail.com
Maximum number of participants is 12!
SUMMER “Welcome to Golf” Adult Clinics
Have the Timberlin Professional Staff help you learn the wonderful game of Golf. In the $ Welcome to Golf% Adult
Clinics you will join-in on a series of group lessons in a casual, friendly setting. Clinics will meet on Tuesdays from 67p.m. Spaces are limited to 10 students per clinic.
EACH SESSION WILL BE HELD IN THIS EXACT ORDER:
Week 1 " Rules & Etiquette/Putting
Week 2 " Chipping/Bunkers
Week 4 " On Course/Course Management
Dates: 1st Session:
June 16, June 23, June 30, July 7 2nd Session:
Week 3 " Full Swing
August 11, August 18, August 25, September 1
SIGN UP FOR A SESSION TODAY BY CALLING (860) 828-3228 OR EMAIL TIMBERLINHP@GMAIL.COM!
4-DAY FULL SESSION PACKAGE - $70 1-DAY CLINIC - $20
SUMMER PROGRAM – please complete summer program registration/program release form
Welcome to the Berlin Parks and Recreation Summer Program. This program is open to Berlin youth, ages 5-12 years (as
of June 22). This full day program provides daily activities such as sports, arts & crafts and board games. Weekly field
trips and special events will also be part of the program. We are taking registrations per week and are limiting registration
to 60 participants at Percival Field/Berlin Community Center* and 80 at Pistol Creek. The field trips are listed below and
you can register for those when you register for the program or up to the week before the trip will be held. Only those
registered for the week may register for the field trips. Field trips will be either Tuesday or Thursday. The program will
be closed that day to participants that are not registered for field trips.
The summer program is scheduled to start on Monday, June 22 and will end on Friday, August 7. (no program on Friday,
July 3) The summer program sites, Percival Field/Berlin Community Center* and Pistol Creek, will be open Monday
through Friday from 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Children should be dropped off between 9:00 and 9:15 a.m. and picked up
between 3:45 and 4:00 p.m. In case of inclement weather, we will be moving the program indoors at each site so you
don! t need to worry about picking your children up in the middle of the day or the program being cancelled for the day.
Children should bring a snack, lunch and beverage every day, unless noted. Refrigeration will be provided. Please send
your child! s snack/lunch in a paper or soft insulated bag. Lunch boxes, glass bottles, are not allowed. Containers need to
be marked with children! s full name.
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June 22-June 26
June 29-July 2 (no July 3)
July 6-July 10
July 13-July 17
July 20-July 24
July 27-July 31
August 3-August 7
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Berlin Bowl
Knights Quest
Flight Trampoline Park (in New Britain)
Mystic Aquarium
Jump! n! Jammin
CT Sports Plex
Movies " Starplex Cinemas
Cost per week is $50 (week of July 4th is $40). Field trips are an additional $20 each trip
There will be early drop off (8-9 a.m.) and late pick up (4-5 p.m.) at the Pistol Creek site only. Please designate on the
registration form, by week, if you would like to sign up for this.
This will be an additional $30 per week ($24 July 4 week) with a maximum of $60 per family ($48 July 4
week).
We will also be going swimming to Percival Pool on Wednesday! s. If your child is not going to participate in the
swimming there will still be activities planned at the program site. More information will be sent out in June.
Jr. Counselors " The Parks and Recreation Summer Program, held at Percival Field/Berlin Community Center* and
Pistol Creek, is accepting applications starting May 18 for Berlin residents who are between 13-15 years old by June 22,
2015 who would like to assist program supervisors in a volunteer capacity as a Junior Counselor. All previous junior
counselors must reapply, if you are still interested. A limited number of junior counselors will be accepted at each site,
each week. Preference will be given to applicants who can commit to a full week at a time. The summer program will
run from June 22 until August 7. All applicants will be interviewed. Deadline to apply is Friday, June 5. Once
accepted, you will have to register, the fee is $25 per week and the field trips cost $20 per trip.
*Please note that this summer, one of the sites will be Percival Field/Berlin Community Center, due to the new roof
construction at Griswold School. Children must be dropped off and picked up at the Community Center where we will
refrigerate lunches. We will be using the field at Percival for outdoor activities.
Summer Program Release Agreement/Program Registration Form
All parents and guardians will need to fill out the Summer Program Release Agreement form and Program Registration
form and return to the Berlin Parks and Recreation Department. The Summer Program Release Agreement form is
requested to formally notify the program staff of whether or not your child is able to leave the program at the end of the
day or if they may only leave when you or listed individuals pick them up. Photo identification will be required to pick up
children. Children dropped off by parents are not allowed to leave until they are picked up by parents or designated
person on pick up list. Children who are not dropped off by parents and instead walk or ride bikes, can only leave the
program if the parents notify program staff ahead of time. Children are not to be left at the program sites without staff
being present. Registration will only be accepted at the Parks and Recreation Department.
Please complete summer program registration form and program release
agreement when registering
All forms are available on the Town website
www.town.berlin.ct.us
Arts Discovery Camp
Artsy Crafty Kids
Berlin Dolphin Swim Team
CT Science Center tickets
Demore, Dinda, Bittner Jr. Memorial Pool
Dog Obedience
Engineering w/LEGOS®
Fairy Tale Camp
Fit Toddlers
Girls Basketball clinic
Ice Adventure Camp
Karate
Lake Compounce tickets
Lifeguard Training
Percival Pool
Pilates/Barre
Robotics using LEGOS®
Simply Swing concert
Six Flags tickets
Skyhawks – Mini-Hawk
Skyhawks – Soccer
Skyhawks – Tiny Hawk
Summer Program – Percival Field/Community Center and
Pistol Creek
Swim Lessons
Tai Chi
Tennis Lessons
Movie night sponsored w/Raising Berlin
Youth Basketball