Your child will have FUN while learning a new sport or improving their skill and technique in a sport they love. Stamford Recreation youth sports programs, clinics, and camps are coached by a professional staff who are experts in youth instruction.
Winter Programs
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Grades K & Up
Intro Tennis Lessons ( Ages 5 - 8 )
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 23 - Feb 27 (No class 2/13) - Sess.01
March 6 - May 1 (No class 4/10) - Sees. 02
Saturdays
1:00PM - 1:45PM - Session 1
1:45PM - 2:00PM - Session 2
$85.00 per child for session 1 / 5 weeks
$136.00 per child for session 2/ 8weeks
GSTA Instructors
The Greater Stamford Tennis Association and Stamford Recreation Services is offering a 5 week introductory tennis program for kids age 5-8. The classes will feature age appropriate tennis equipment (shorter racquets, foam and low compression tennis balls) on short tennis courts. Racquets & Balls will be provided for classes.
Max of 14 per class.
Young Athletes 4 Change Basketball Classes
Have fun while learning fundamental skills and drills to help improve your basketball abilities. Bring a basketball and a water bottle.
Session 1: Wednesdays starts on 1/13-2/17 from 4:15pm-5:15pm for ages 6-8
Session 2: Fridays starts on1/15-2/19 from 4:15pm-5:15pm for ages 10-12
Session 3: Saturdays starts on 1/16-2/20 from 1:00pm-2:00pm for ages 10-12
Lathon Wider Gym 137 Henry Street Fee: $220 for 6 classes
Home School Open Gym Program (Ages 5 12)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 6 - March 10
Wednesday
1:30PM- 3:00PM
$55.00 per student for 10 weeks
Instructor: Recreation Staff
This program is designed for home schooled children. Each week will consist of 30 minutes of fun structured games followed by 60 minutes of free play. All participants must be preregistered for the program to participate. All staff will wear masks and campers will be split into two groups. Masks are optional for students under state camp guidelines. Subject to change with state compliance.
Team Wrigley Tae Kwon Do Beginner Training for Youth
(Ages 7 & Up)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 4 - March 8 (No class 2/15 )
Monday & Thursday (must send twice a week)
6:00PM- 6:40PM
$180.00 per student (Twice a week)
Instructors: Mr. Tim Wrigley, 6th Degree Black Belt &
Lucas Tuccinardi, Black Belt
Taught safely with traditional values, Ta Kwon Do will
help your child develop their physical coordination along with their concentration skills. Much more than learning the basic physical skills to defend themselves. Tae Kwon Do will help in all aspects of life teaching respect fall things, giving them the positive influence and self confidence they will need to be successful at anything they do. Of course it is lot of fun to learn, and a good workout for our youth! Brand new students
Team Wrigley Tae Kwon Do (Ages 7 & Up)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 4 - March 8 ( No class 2/15 & 2/16)
By Rank (Must send twice a week)
Yellow & Orange Belts: Monday 6:45PM- 7:30PM
Wednesday 6:15PM- 7:00PM
Green, Blue, Red & Brown Belts: Tuesday 6:30PM -7:30PM
Thursday 6:45PM- 7:45PM
Black Belts: Monday 7:30PM 8:30PM Wednesday 7:15PM 8:15PM
$200.00 per student (Twice a week)
Instructors: Mr. Tim Wrigley, 6th Degree Black Belt &
Lucas Tuccinardi, Black Belt
This Martial Art Program is designed specifically for returning students or those children who may have had prior martial arts experience elsewhere. Students enrolled who know the true benefit of Tae Kwon Do and how much fun it can be, will continue on their
path to the eventual rank of Black Belt and beyond. Note that classes are separated by rank. Students can now expect to develop to more advanced level Tae Kwon Do skills than they have ever achieved before. Returning students should enroll in a class time according to their rank. (Limited allowances may be possible with Instructor's approval, but we encourage all students to participate at their designated time slot) *Students with prior martial arts experience elsewhere should enroll in the White Belt Class. Askill assessment of the student (during first week of classes) will completed by the Instructor determine starting rank.
Youth Boxing Program ( Gr. 6-10)
Located: Break Thru Family Fit For Life/ 48 Union Street
January 4 - January 28 Sess. 1
February 1 - February 25 Sess. 2
March 1 - March 31 - Sess. 3
Monday - Thursday
3:00pm - 4:00pm 0r 4:00pm - 5:00pm
$120.00 per 1 month session/per student
Instructor: Jesse Mendoza, Certified Instructor
Our Boxing Program offers a variety of classes which includes Boxing Technique, Strength Training and High Intensity Interval Training. Why choose boxing? Our Boxing Program creates a challenge both physically and mentally which offers many health benefits for all ages and fitness levels. Boxing is the perfect choice for anyone interested in a different type of workout, learning self defense, losing weight, building confidence, seeking a positive life.
Zumba Family Dance Party 2021
Where: Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 29th 2021
Day: Friday
6:30PM - 7:30PM
$15.00 per family
Instructors: Shannon Wade, Certified Zumba Instructor Silliness & Wacky dance moves are not required, but highly encouraged! Join us for a night of Zumba, laughter and a ton of fun for the family. Great way to spend a health Friday night with the kids! Max of 25 participants in the program! A max must be worn by all participants during the class.
Gymnastics For Youth (Ages 5-7)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 11 - March 15 ( No class 1/18 & 2/15)
Monday
Time: 4:45PM 5:30PM
$133.00 per student for 8 weeks
Instructor: Taught By Certified Gym on Wheels Staff
The GYM ON WHEELS program incorporates stretching exercise, aerobics to music, gymnastics skills, energetic games and lots of fun to bring your children a high energy, motivating, self esteem building & nurturing atmosphere. Some of the equipment they will be working on are the balance beam, parallel bars, obstacle course and the importance of team work and much more.
Zumba For Kids (Ages 7- 11)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 14 - March 4
Thursday
4:45PM 5:45PM
$80.00 per child for 8 weeks
Instructors: Patricia Moore, Certified Zumba Instructor
Zumba Kids classes feature kid friendly routines based on original Zumba choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into the class structure. Helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s live by making fitness fun!
Sports & Games For Kids ( Gr. 1 - 2)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 13 - March 3
Wednesday
4:15PM 5:15PM
$55.00 per student for 8 weeks
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Learn the fundamentals of team sports such as soccer, dodge ball, basketball, Floor hockey, kickball and more. We will introduce a new sport each week and play related games to reinforce skills learned. In addition we will incorporate fun playground games! Children will release energy, get exercise, learn new sports and games and socialize with other children. Values such as sportsmanship, teamwork, sharing and consideration of others will be stressed. Please bring a water bottle and appropriate athletic shoes.
Fundamentals Of Basketball (Gr. 1– 2)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 12 - March 9 ( No class 2/16)
Tuesday
4:15PM 5:15PM
$55.00 per student for 8 weeks
Instructor: Recreation Staff
A fun exciting program where children can meet new friends, understand the concept of dribbling, passing, defense, offense, and shoong. We will also play small sited games during second half of class. For Boys and Girls!
Coed Indoor Soccer (Gr.1-2)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 15th-March 12th No Class (2/12)
Friday
4:15PM 5:15PM
$55.00 per student for eight weeks
Instructor: Recreation Staff
This soccer program allows students to learn the basic skills of soccer such as dribbling, trapping, defense, shooting, passing and weekly games. They will learn the concept of team work in a fun stress free environment. For boys and girls.
Pee Wee Basketball (Gr. 3-4)
Recreation Star Center,1170 Shippan Ave
January 14 - March 4
Thursday
4:15PM 5:15PM
$55.00 per student for 8 weeks
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Learn the basic basketball skills: teamwork, shoong, pass‐ ing, defense, offense and dribbling This is a fun stress free program for your child/children to enjoy each week and is for boys and girls.
Team Wrigley Tae Kwon Do (Ages 7 & Up)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 4 - March 8 ( No class 2/15 & 2/16)
By Rank (Must send twice a week)
Yellow & Orange Belts: Monday 6:45PM- 7:30PM
Wednesday 6:15PM- 7:00PM
Green, Blue, Red & Brown Belts: Tuesday 6:30PM -7:30PM
Thursday 6:45PM- 7:45PM
Black Belts: Monday 7:30PM 8:30PM Wednesday 7:15PM 8:15PM
$200.00 per student (Twice a week)
Instructors: Mr. Tim Wrigley, 6th Degree Black Belt &
Lucas Tuccinardi, Black Belt
This Martial Art Program is designed specifically for returning students or those children who may have had prior martial arts experience elsewhere. Students enrolled who know the true benefit of Tae Kwon Do and how much fun it can be, will continue on their
path to the eventual rank of Black Belt and beyond. Note that classes are separated by rank. Students can now expect to develop to more advanced level Tae Kwon Do skills than they have ever achieved before. Returning students should enroll in a class time according to their rank. (Limited allowances may be possible with Instructor's approval, but we encourage all students to participate at their designated time slot) *Students with prior martial arts experience elsewhere should enroll in the White Belt Class. Askill assessment of the student (during first week of classes) will completed by the Instructor determine starting rank.
CT Soccer Network Winter Soccer Clinics
CT Soccer Network, led by UEFA A licensed ex Manchester United and Atletico Madrid coach, Rich Sutherland will be running winter soccer clinics for players in Kinder through 5th grade. The winter program will be run by professional coaches with many years of youth development experience. The coaches will be adhering to an age specific curriculum that has been designed through years of work in Europe, Asia and the USA. Sessions will include hundreds (if not thousands) of touches on the ball while encouraging the players to develop within a holistic environment. Using a ball each as often as possible, the players will evolve through repetition and FUN based sessions. Classes for the younger players will be taught in a 'child's fantasy world' to help the players relate to the games and skills taught each week. The older players will be challenged individually and as a group on a weekly basis. Skills taught throughout the winter will cover dribbling including 1v1 skills & moves, passing, 1st touch & control and shooting.
Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm for grades K-2
4:15pm - 5:15pm for grades 3-5
Dates: Mondays-Session 1: 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, Session 2: 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29
Location: Lathon Wider Community gym, 137 Henry Street
Cost:
Session 1 - $99
Session 2 - $119
CT Sports Network Winter Volleyball Clinics
Starting in January, CT Sports Network will be holding winter volleyball clinics throughout the winter months at Lathon Wider Community gym. The clinics are open to both new and experienced players and our master coaches and nationally certified staff will focus on teaching skills, rotations, game scenarios and the rules of the game in a fun filled environment. Our clinics are open to players in 3rd through 8th grade. All activities will take place in an atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork and most of all, FUN!
All participants should have athletic shoes, water and you may also wish to bring your knee pads as well.
3:00pm-4:00pm for grades K-2/ 4:15pm-5:15pm for grades 3-5
Thursdays
Location: Lathon Wider Community gym
Cost: $119 per session
Session 1 - 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18
Session 2 - 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1
Eagles of Stamford Soccer Academy
(Ages 5-13)
Winter Session 1
CLC. Lathon Wider Community Center, 137 Henry Street
Jan. 5th – Feb. 16th
TUESDAYS ONLY
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM/ ages 10-11-Sess. A
7:00PM - 8:00 PM/ ages 12-13- Sess. B
Jan.8th – Feb-19th
FRIDAYS ONLY
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM/ ages 6-7- Sess. A
7:00 PM - 8:00PM/ ages 8-9 - Sess.B
$120 One day per week
Eddy, Martin (Certified Instructors)
Eagles of Stamford Soccer Academy (Ages 5-13)
Winter Session 2
Lathon Wider Community Center, 137 Henry Street
Feb. 23rd – Apr. 6th TUESDAYS ONLY
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM/ ages 10-11-Sess. A
7:00PM - 8:00 PM/ ages 12-13- Sess. B
Feb.26th – Apr.- 9th FRIDAYS ONLY
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM/ ages 6-7- Sess. A
7:00 PM - 8:00PM/ ages 8-9 - Sess.B
Fee: $120 One day per week
Instructors: Eddy, Martin (Certified Instructors)
We specialize: in technical development, motor skill training, & small sided games (rondos)Description: Soccer development program. At Eagles of Stamford we create a fun, safe, and friendly environment that provides the necessary tools to enable each player to achievesuccess through motor skills as well as tactical learning while promoting physical fitness. Please bring a bottle of water and size 3 or 4 soccer ball.
Hoop Girls “Whirl the World" For (Gr. K-5)
Located: Davenport School
January 12 - February 23 ( No Class 2/16) - Tuesday - Sess. 1
January 13 - February 24 ( No class 17) - Wednesday - Sess. 2
3:55PM - 5:00PM (Davenport students will be called to gym at 3:30PM to have snack. All others drop off between 3:45PM and 3:50PM)
$115.00 per student per session for 6 weeks
Instructor: Betty Kelly Camlin, Certified Instructor
OUR MOTTO IS “HOOP GIRLS WHIRL THE WORLD” With a big H - for HAPPY Hoop Girls will have a whirl of a time, getting happy and fit, while burning calories hooping it up to their favorite pop tunes using beautifully designed hoops. Our Fitness Hoops ( they can purchase from Betty for about $20) are handmade, slightly weighted, larger hoops, which makes learning hooping easier for beginner and challenging for the pro. We start with a dynamic warm up using the hoops, followed by Hula Hooping and learning some awesome 'hooping tricks” and eventually, full choreographed HOOP DANCE routines. As the class progresses and the girls master some “Hoop Tricks” they collaborate together to create their very own choreography. Hoop- ing is a wonderful form of exercise, self expression, and creativity. It improves fitness, stamina, endurance, strengthens Core and improves hand-eye co-ordination, proprioception, balance and motor skills. Hoop Girls is also a phenomenal stress reducer. The endorphins flow and the smiles widen with each new Hoop Tick they master. Visit American Counsel on Exercise (ACE) for more benefits of Hula Hoop exercise. The class will end gentle yoga stretch and if time permits, some fun games. We do our best to have a Hooping performance for parents on last day (about 10 min before then end of the last class). Potential performance in various local events such as St Pats Parade, Alive at 5, Walk for Hope and more. ALL LEVELS WELCOME- GRADES K-5. Wear sneakers, bring water. Sandals or open shoes not allowed. Hoops provided and can be purchased. Dates do not include 1/2 days or holidays. MIN OF 10 MAX 16 REQUIRE TO HOST EACH CLASS. Bring a snack to have before class. All participants must wear a mask unless state guidelines change. Note this program will not run if the school is not available due to Covid Restrictions.
Goddess Yoga For Girls ( Ages 10-14)
Star Recreation Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
January 13 - March 3
4:40PM - 5:40PM
Wednesday
$180.00 per student for 8 weeks
Instructors: Laurie Findeisen, Certified Instructor
Join this mindful blend of movement and breathing to build confidence, release stress and increase concentration and awareness of body, mind and emotions. These classes will help girls find calm and balance for their busy lives as well as build flexibility and strength. All levels are welcome. Please bring a mat and a water bottle.
Krav Maga Kids (KMX) (Ages 7 - 13)
Located: Break Thru Family Fit 4 life/ 48 Union St.
Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
January 11 - March 21
5:00PM— 5:45PM - Week Nights
10:30AM – 10:45AM – Sundays
$199.00 per student two days per week - Sess. 01 $249.00 per student three days per week - Sess. 02
Instructor: Tom Bacha & Kimberly Colleto
This is a unique kids version of the Israeli Self-Defense and Military Training System for ages 7-13. It uses drills and games to teach children life skills, selfreliance, Personal Protection, Discipline, Focus, Common Sense, and also Self Confidence. Classes begin with a full 20 minutes of fun cardio drills (obstacle course, boot camp drills etc.), followed by realistic selfdefense drills and end with Stranger Danger Awareness drills where flash cards are used to develop instinctive responses to dangerous situations.
Looking for after school care?
Stamford Recreation offers a traditional elementary after school care program at the Recreation Star Center. Learn more about the program here.
