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Monday November 3, 2025
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Private Rental - Pickleball
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Dog Training - Basics of Obedience and Socialization
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Zumba - Zumba
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Basketball practice
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6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Dog Training - Handler's Obedience Group
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Tuesday November 4, 2025
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6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
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The Silver Rays - Silver Rays - November Session
Are you ready to reclaim your health in the pool? Do you want to build a relationship with a sport you can do into your later years? The Silver Rays are Belchertown’s first adult swim team! The team will focus on training and endurance with the possibility of collaborative fun meets as the team grows. This is an 18+ team that meets three times a week to engage in interval based training that will guarantee to get the heart rate up and hopefully become the inspiration in your new found health. As members of the Silver Rays you WILL start your day motivated and challenged to meet your health goals. Whether training for your next big triathlon or swimming your first laps in the pool all adult ages are welcome! There is a progressively skilled lane for everyone and drop ins are welcome. Drop in price is $12.00 per day. Come and join other like-minded people wanting to build a foundation of health around swimming. Local educator, outdoor enthusiast, and life-long swimmer Geoffrey Gould will cater workouts to your skill and strength level. Coach Gould will help you focus on technique as well. Come be the first Belchertown Silver Rays!The Month of May is discounted since the month will be shorter due to scheduled maintenance. Regular monthly fees will be $80.00/resident and $90.00/non-resident.
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent Puppy Yoga
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Private Rental
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Tiny Tots
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Intro Baton
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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Wednesday November 5, 2025
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Music for Littles - Wednesday
Music for Littles Come sing, play, dance, and laugh with Ms. Emily and her friends in Music for Littles! This program is for children under 5 years old. Children will experience a variety of instruments, learn to use their singing voice, practice beat through games and movement, and engage in happy interactions with their caregivers and one another. Music is a family affair and we welcome all siblings to register. Early music experiences pave the way for a lifetime of joyful music making. Come join the party, we can’t wait to play!
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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pickleball
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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Private Rental - Pickleball
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Wednesday with CA
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Pickleball Play
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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play pickleball w friends
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball Play
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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play pickleball w friends
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Thursday November 6, 2025
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6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
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The Silver Rays - Silver Rays - November Session
Are you ready to reclaim your health in the pool? Do you want to build a relationship with a sport you can do into your later years? The Silver Rays are Belchertown’s first adult swim team! The team will focus on training and endurance with the possibility of collaborative fun meets as the team grows. This is an 18+ team that meets three times a week to engage in interval based training that will guarantee to get the heart rate up and hopefully become the inspiration in your new found health. As members of the Silver Rays you WILL start your day motivated and challenged to meet your health goals. Whether training for your next big triathlon or swimming your first laps in the pool all adult ages are welcome! There is a progressively skilled lane for everyone and drop ins are welcome. Drop in price is $12.00 per day. Come and join other like-minded people wanting to build a foundation of health around swimming. Local educator, outdoor enthusiast, and life-long swimmer Geoffrey Gould will cater workouts to your skill and strength level. Coach Gould will help you focus on technique as well. Come be the first Belchertown Silver Rays!The Month of May is discounted since the month will be shorter due to scheduled maintenance. Regular monthly fees will be $80.00/resident and $90.00/non-resident.
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9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Belchertown Running Club - Running Club
The Running Club is designed for all runners with no prior experience needed. This program offers proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. The kids will participate in warm up activities, level appropriate training to learn endurance and pace, discussions about the benefits of and joys physical activity, specifically running as a lifelong sport. We will also discuss sportsmanship, positive mindset, empowerment, and motivation. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle. A healthy snack for after school is highly recommended. This program will be held at the Belchertown high school indoor track. Children will need a note from home to stay after school and gather in the school pickup area where the instructor will be located. Parent pick up will be at the high school track located in the high school gym unless otherwise notified.
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Private Rental
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Volleyball - Volleyball - Grade 5 & 8
VolleyballThis series of volleyball clinics is open to both beginner and experienced players. Participants will play in a variety of drills to learn the sport, improve their technique, and build their confidence, teamwork abilities, and love of the game. We will work on serving, passing, setting, hitting, transition footwork, blocking, communication, rotations, and various plays. We will have drills that focus on specific skill building and will also engage in drills that simulate more general game play. Please dress in athletic attire and bring a water bottle. If you have a volleyball, please bring it.
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Monday November 10, 2025
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Private Rental - Pickleball
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 5
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 2
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 4
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Dog Training - Basics of Obedience and Socialization
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Zumba - Zumba
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
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6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Dog Training - Handler's Obedience Group
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Tuesday November 11, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent Puppy Yoga
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Private Rental
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Tiny Tots
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Intro Baton
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Backgammon Club
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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Wednesday November 12, 2025
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Private Rental - Pickleball
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Painting for Teens-Afterschool Watercolor - Watercolor Painting
Explore the art of realistic watercolor painting in this hands-on course designed just for teens! Learn how to bring your drawings and ideas to life through the expressive and sometimes unpredictable medium of watercolor. Under the guidance of Elizabeth Teixeira—a professional watercolor artist and licensed Visual Arts educator with over 22 years of teaching experience—you’ll develop strong foundational skills while discovering your own creative style.Students will experiment with techniques for blending color, creating texture, and controlling water and pigment to achieve realistic effects. Each class includes step-by-step demonstrations, guided practice, and time to work on individual projects. You’ll gain confidence in using watercolor to capture light, detail, and depth—skills that can enhance both personal artwork and future portfolio pieces.Whether you’re new to watercolor or ready to take your skills to the next level, this class offers a supportive studio environment where creativity and technique come together.Belchertown High School, Art Room 219-Jabish Brook students may take the bus to the High School.
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Wednesday with CA
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Pickleball Play
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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play pickleball w friends
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball Play
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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play pickleball w friends
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Thursday November 13, 2025
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6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
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The Silver Rays - Silver Rays - November Session
Are you ready to reclaim your health in the pool? Do you want to build a relationship with a sport you can do into your later years? The Silver Rays are Belchertown’s first adult swim team! The team will focus on training and endurance with the possibility of collaborative fun meets as the team grows. This is an 18+ team that meets three times a week to engage in interval based training that will guarantee to get the heart rate up and hopefully become the inspiration in your new found health. As members of the Silver Rays you WILL start your day motivated and challenged to meet your health goals. Whether training for your next big triathlon or swimming your first laps in the pool all adult ages are welcome! There is a progressively skilled lane for everyone and drop ins are welcome. Drop in price is $12.00 per day. Come and join other like-minded people wanting to build a foundation of health around swimming. Local educator, outdoor enthusiast, and life-long swimmer Geoffrey Gould will cater workouts to your skill and strength level. Coach Gould will help you focus on technique as well. Come be the first Belchertown Silver Rays!The Month of May is discounted since the month will be shorter due to scheduled maintenance. Regular monthly fees will be $80.00/resident and $90.00/non-resident.
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Belchertown Running Club - Running Club
The Running Club is designed for all runners with no prior experience needed. This program offers proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. The kids will participate in warm up activities, level appropriate training to learn endurance and pace, discussions about the benefits of and joys physical activity, specifically running as a lifelong sport. We will also discuss sportsmanship, positive mindset, empowerment, and motivation. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle. A healthy snack for after school is highly recommended. This program will be held at the Belchertown high school indoor track. Children will need a note from home to stay after school and gather in the school pickup area where the instructor will be located. Parent pick up will be at the high school track located in the high school gym unless otherwise notified.
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Private Rental
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Volleyball - Volleyball - Grade 5 & 8
VolleyballThis series of volleyball clinics is open to both beginner and experienced players. Participants will play in a variety of drills to learn the sport, improve their technique, and build their confidence, teamwork abilities, and love of the game. We will work on serving, passing, setting, hitting, transition footwork, blocking, communication, rotations, and various plays. We will have drills that focus on specific skill building and will also engage in drills that simulate more general game play. Please dress in athletic attire and bring a water bottle. If you have a volleyball, please bring it.
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Friday November 14, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Friday with Brent
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Pickleball
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Private Rental - Pickleball
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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Umass Sailing - Fall 2025 Town Beach Usage
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 5
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 2
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 4
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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Monday November 17, 2025
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Pickleball
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2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 5
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 2
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 4
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Dog Training - Basics of Obedience and Socialization
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Zumba - Zumba
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
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6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Dog Training - Handler's Obedience Group
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Tuesday November 18, 2025
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6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
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The Silver Rays - Silver Rays - November Session
Are you ready to reclaim your health in the pool? Do you want to build a relationship with a sport you can do into your later years? The Silver Rays are Belchertown’s first adult swim team! The team will focus on training and endurance with the possibility of collaborative fun meets as the team grows. This is an 18+ team that meets three times a week to engage in interval based training that will guarantee to get the heart rate up and hopefully become the inspiration in your new found health. As members of the Silver Rays you WILL start your day motivated and challenged to meet your health goals. Whether training for your next big triathlon or swimming your first laps in the pool all adult ages are welcome! There is a progressively skilled lane for everyone and drop ins are welcome. Drop in price is $12.00 per day. Come and join other like-minded people wanting to build a foundation of health around swimming. Local educator, outdoor enthusiast, and life-long swimmer Geoffrey Gould will cater workouts to your skill and strength level. Coach Gould will help you focus on technique as well. Come be the first Belchertown Silver Rays!The Month of May is discounted since the month will be shorter due to scheduled maintenance. Regular monthly fees will be $80.00/resident and $90.00/non-resident.
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent Puppy Yoga
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Intermediate
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice Volleying
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Tiny Tots
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Intro Baton
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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Wednesday November 19, 2025
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Music for Littles - Wednesday
Music for Littles Come sing, play, dance, and laugh with Ms. Emily and her friends in Music for Littles! This program is for children under 5 years old. Children will experience a variety of instruments, learn to use their singing voice, practice beat through games and movement, and engage in happy interactions with their caregivers and one another. Music is a family affair and we welcome all siblings to register. Early music experiences pave the way for a lifetime of joyful music making. Come join the party, we can’t wait to play!
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Painting for Teens-Afterschool Watercolor - Watercolor Painting
Explore the art of realistic watercolor painting in this hands-on course designed just for teens! Learn how to bring your drawings and ideas to life through the expressive and sometimes unpredictable medium of watercolor. Under the guidance of Elizabeth Teixeira—a professional watercolor artist and licensed Visual Arts educator with over 22 years of teaching experience—you’ll develop strong foundational skills while discovering your own creative style.Students will experiment with techniques for blending color, creating texture, and controlling water and pigment to achieve realistic effects. Each class includes step-by-step demonstrations, guided practice, and time to work on individual projects. You’ll gain confidence in using watercolor to capture light, detail, and depth—skills that can enhance both personal artwork and future portfolio pieces.Whether you’re new to watercolor or ready to take your skills to the next level, this class offers a supportive studio environment where creativity and technique come together.Belchertown High School, Art Room 219-Jabish Brook students may take the bus to the High School.
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Wednesday with CA
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Pickleball Play
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6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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play pickleball w friends
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball Play
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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play pickleball w friends
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Thursday November 20, 2025
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6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
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The Silver Rays - Silver Rays - November Session
Are you ready to reclaim your health in the pool? Do you want to build a relationship with a sport you can do into your later years? The Silver Rays are Belchertown’s first adult swim team! The team will focus on training and endurance with the possibility of collaborative fun meets as the team grows. This is an 18+ team that meets three times a week to engage in interval based training that will guarantee to get the heart rate up and hopefully become the inspiration in your new found health. As members of the Silver Rays you WILL start your day motivated and challenged to meet your health goals. Whether training for your next big triathlon or swimming your first laps in the pool all adult ages are welcome! There is a progressively skilled lane for everyone and drop ins are welcome. Drop in price is $12.00 per day. Come and join other like-minded people wanting to build a foundation of health around swimming. Local educator, outdoor enthusiast, and life-long swimmer Geoffrey Gould will cater workouts to your skill and strength level. Coach Gould will help you focus on technique as well. Come be the first Belchertown Silver Rays!The Month of May is discounted since the month will be shorter due to scheduled maintenance. Regular monthly fees will be $80.00/resident and $90.00/non-resident.
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Belchertown Running Club - Running Club
The Running Club is designed for all runners with no prior experience needed. This program offers proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. The kids will participate in warm up activities, level appropriate training to learn endurance and pace, discussions about the benefits of and joys physical activity, specifically running as a lifelong sport. We will also discuss sportsmanship, positive mindset, empowerment, and motivation. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle. A healthy snack for after school is highly recommended. This program will be held at the Belchertown high school indoor track. Children will need a note from home to stay after school and gather in the school pickup area where the instructor will be located. Parent pick up will be at the high school track located in the high school gym unless otherwise notified.
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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Friday November 21, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Friday with Brent
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Umass Sailing - Fall 2025 Town Beach Usage
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 5
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 2
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 4
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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Monday November 24, 2025
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Pickleball
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2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:00 PM - 5:25 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 5
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 1
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 2
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 3
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 5:55 PM
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Swim Lessons - November Swim Lessons- Level 4
Registration will be posted on the 1st of each month if lessons are running.Our Learn to Swim Program provides a maximum learning environment for all participants.
Swim Lesson Level DescriptionsLevel 1 - Water Exploration Children may not be excited about getting in the water, some maybe fearful others will separate easily from parents. Can follow directions but often need understanding and encouragement. Level 2 - Primary Skills Children are beyond “water adjustment”, they are comfortable in the water and may be swimming 4 or 5 feet without floatation. Will learn to reach & pull, put their face in the water, float and propel themselves through the water on their backs and stomachs. Level 3 – Stroke Readiness Children swim and float and are comfortable on top of and under water, they are ready to learn proper breathing technique (rotary breathing) and learn basic strokes such as front crawl, back crawl and begin elementary back stroke. Level 4 - Stroke Development Children are prepared to refine the basic skills they were taught in Level 3 and are introduced to more sophisticated skills such as breast stroke and standing dives.Level 5 - Stroke Refinement Children are ready to build up endurance and refine strokes and skills taught in level 4. They will learn skills such as Butterfly, flip-turns, and competitive starts.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Dog Training - Basics of Obedience and Socialization
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Zumba - Zumba
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
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6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Dog Training - Handler's Obedience Group
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Tuesday November 25, 2025
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6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
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The Silver Rays - Silver Rays - November Session
Are you ready to reclaim your health in the pool? Do you want to build a relationship with a sport you can do into your later years? The Silver Rays are Belchertown’s first adult swim team! The team will focus on training and endurance with the possibility of collaborative fun meets as the team grows. This is an 18+ team that meets three times a week to engage in interval based training that will guarantee to get the heart rate up and hopefully become the inspiration in your new found health. As members of the Silver Rays you WILL start your day motivated and challenged to meet your health goals. Whether training for your next big triathlon or swimming your first laps in the pool all adult ages are welcome! There is a progressively skilled lane for everyone and drop ins are welcome. Drop in price is $12.00 per day. Come and join other like-minded people wanting to build a foundation of health around swimming. Local educator, outdoor enthusiast, and life-long swimmer Geoffrey Gould will cater workouts to your skill and strength level. Coach Gould will help you focus on technique as well. Come be the first Belchertown Silver Rays!The Month of May is discounted since the month will be shorter due to scheduled maintenance. Regular monthly fees will be $80.00/resident and $90.00/non-resident.
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent Puppy Yoga
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Intermediate
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice Volleying
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations. Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment. Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified. Beginner is for new students and current Shoshin Ryu White belts and Yellow belts.Intermediate is for current Shoshin Ryu Orange belts and higher.New Student Informational Video
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - November 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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Monday December 1, 2025
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2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Dog Training - Basics of Obedience and Socialization
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Zumba - Zumba
Take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class! Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check!
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6:45 PM - 7:45 PM
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Dog Training - Handler's Obedience Group
Harmony Acres Personalized Dog Training
Basics of Obedience and Socialization It will cover a Walking Focus, Sit, Down, Heel, Park, Place and Recall. All of these are basic commands used in your home, as well as on your daily walks and everyday adventures. They will be instructed in proximity to others as well as with your area of your training. You will also be instructed to becoming a great handler/leader for gaining your dogs’ performance and social abilities. Handling your dog with confidence and leadership is an important skill to have a great bond with your dog. Your dog to be at least 20 weeks of age. It would be good if the dog has had some exposure to other dogs within an area, not necessarily a play group, and had some leash experience. At the end of this five-week class, we will be expected to be able to perform these abilities with your dog in both a large room, and as well as outside with moderate distractions. Looking forward to seeing you and your dog advancing your skills as you develop your bond together. You will be needing a 4’ and a 15’ lead (no retractable leashes please) and great treats that are super scented and desired for great learning.
To receive the Certificate of completion at the end of this class, you will need to attend 5 out of 6 classes, with the last class being a strut your stuff review to receive your certificate.
Scent Work: Beginning to use your dog's Nose This 7-week class will be to introduce scent work. The first three weeks will cover the Art of Odor Detection, and the Last three weeks will be Teaching your dog to Search and Find the scent of a human. The dogs will learn the basics of finding a scented odor and humans for a reward. Teaching a dog scent work increases the dogs focus on the handler as well as focusing on finding the scent. Dogs need to be vaccinated with no age limits. This class is the first of many for those who would like to pursue the opportunity of either Scent Detection, or Search and Find. It is with the goal to have multiple dogs that can do one of these tasks or both can be taught. This class is 6 weeks long, and there is no age or breed restriction. Every dog has a nose and Let's get sniffing. At the end of the class, the 7th week, your dogs will be able to show off what they have learned and receive a Certificate of Completion.
Behavior Modification Class Does your dog have a jumping problem? Do they get super excited when they see a human or another dog? Does your dong Guard items? Do they show their teeth, or bark at you? Does your dog look at you and walk away when you talk to it?? This class is for you. It is a two-hour class for 5 weeks that will help you to strengthen your relationship with your dog and become the handler your dog is requesting you to be. Requirements are: Your dog needs to be fully vaccinated, and to have its human to be totally open minded and willing to build the structure and boundaries that your dog and human relationship needs. Your dog might need to be crate trained during the class, but not always required. This class is a positive based program for you and your dog. At the end of the class, your dog should be able to Walk on a leash passing other dogs and humans, stay in a down and be in proximity of other dogs in a room.
Canine Good Citizen renew This class is open to you if you have not completed or was unsuccessful in completing. AKC Canine Good Citizen course is a certificated course that at the end of this course, your dog is certified through the American Kennel Club as a good citizen and will receive a certificate as well as a badge for its harness or your jacket, to sport the efforts of being a good citizen. The tasks taught will be: Accepting a friendly stranger; Sitting politely for pets; Appearance and grooming; Out for a walk; Walking through a crowd; Sit and down on cue and staying in place; Recall; Reaction to another dog; Reaction to noises and distractions; and Supervised separation. This course will be 5 weeks long, and on the 6th week there will be an evaluation by a certified evaluator to sign your certification of completion upon successful completion. Your dog must be at least 6 months of age. Your dog should be good on a leash, and able to be in a room with several other dogs and humans. You will need a 10’ leash and a 4’ to 5’ leash also, no retractable leashes please. Once this course is successfully completed, a certificate will be rewarded and the option to continue to the three other levels of AKC CGC will be offered to you to further your dogs’ abilities to perform at other levels of being a Canine Good Citizen.Handler’s Obedience Group Want to take your dog’s obedience to the next level? It starts with YOU — the handler! Join our newest 7-week class based on AKC Novice Obedience standards, where we focus on building your confidence and skills to guide your dog with clarity, structure, and teamwork.What you’ll learn:Focused heel work (with pace changes & automatic sits)Precise left & right turns, figure 8sSit and down stays — even in a groupReliable recalls under distractionAccepting touch from strangersUnderstanding handler body language & verbiageCommunicating like a pro team This class is ideal for anyone wanting to improve handler communication, structure, and polish obedience skills for fun or competition. Optional AKC Novice Obedience testing is available at the end!..All the dogs will need proof of valid vaccinations, i.e. Parvo, Lepto/Lyme, and Rabies before participating in any group class. ..Any dogs with a behavior/bite history, will need to be seen privately prior to attending a group session...If the dog comes into heat, or is intact at the time of the session, we will reschedule or discuss with the owners...I would also reserve the choice to disqualify a human or report a human for abuse, or neglect on any dog(s) attending classes with me.
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Tuesday December 2, 2025
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6:15 AM - 7:15 AM
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The Silver Rays - Silver Rays - December Session
Are you ready to reclaim your health in the pool? Do you want to build a relationship with a sport you can do into your later years? The Silver Rays are Belchertown’s first adult swim team! The team will focus on training and endurance with the possibility of collaborative fun meets as the team grows. This is an 18+ team that meets three times a week to engage in interval based training that will guarantee to get the heart rate up and hopefully become the inspiration in your new found health. As members of the Silver Rays you WILL start your day motivated and challenged to meet your health goals. Whether training for your next big triathlon or swimming your first laps in the pool all adult ages are welcome! There is a progressively skilled lane for everyone and drop ins are welcome. Drop in price is $12.00 per day. Come and join other like-minded people wanting to build a foundation of health around swimming. Local educator, outdoor enthusiast, and life-long swimmer Geoffrey Gould will cater workouts to your skill and strength level. Coach Gould will help you focus on technique as well. Come be the first Belchertown Silver Rays!The Month of May is discounted since the month will be shorter due to scheduled maintenance. Regular monthly fees will be $80.00/resident and $90.00/non-resident.
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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Yoga - Adults - Yoga Tuesday with Brent Puppy Yoga
Moderate Mindful Yoga with Kerry Come join yoga with mindfulness practices such as short mediation, breathing exercises, and deep relaxation. Classes are formatted to include 50 to 55 minutes of flowing yoga poses that will incorporate attention to breath, awareness of alignment, and finding your personal balance between strength and flexibility in addition to mindfulness practices. Class will end or begin with a short breathing practice or mediation. The last class of a session includes a 30+ minute deep relaxation (also known as yoga nidra) in addition to movement. Modifications and alternative poses will also be offered. Please bring your own yoga mats.Class is held in A Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the left side.)
If Swift River School has early dismissal or is closed for the day, due to inclement weather, class will be cancelled for that evening.
If Swift River School has a delayed opening, class is held.
Ashtanga Inspired Yoga with CAAshtanga is an energetic yoga that focuses on synchronizing breath with movements, and building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Individual poses are presented in a sequence and are linked by flowing movements which will warm the body inviting deeper exploration of the practice. These sessions will begin with modifications accessible to all, and will build from there allowing each practitioner to explore their own expression of each posture.Vinyasa with BrentVinyasa is one of the most common styles of yoga practiced in the West. Vinyasa is a term used to describe continuous or dynamic movements between yoga poses. This flow of movement is excellent for getting your heart rate going and working up a sweat. Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat, yoga blocks and water. Some mats and blocks will be available.Puppy Yoga with BrentPuppy Empowered Vinyasa with Brent! This dynamic style of yoga has been playfully reimagined to include adorable Pomeranian puppies that will join you in your flow. Vinyasa, meaning continuous movement between poses, is now puppy-infused fun! As you transition between poses, playful puppies (and will be there to brighten your practice and maybe even snuggle up beside you. This flow of movement is perfect for getting your heart rate up, working up a sweat, and enjoying quality time with furry friends. Puppy Empowered Vinyasa can also help increase flexibility, strength, stability, calmness, and focus - all while giggling at puppy antics! *All Levels Welcome!* Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just starting out, this class is perfect for you. Our experienced instructor, Brent, will guide you through a fun and challenging practice that's tailored to all levels. Beginners, don't worry - you'll be supported every step of the way!Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, yoga blocks, and water. Don't worry, some mats and blocks will be available for those who need them. And, of course, puppy snuggles are included with every class! Come for the yoga, stay for the puppy love! Or is it come for the puppies, stay for the Yoga? Either way register now!
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9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Intermediate
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Pickleball - Level 2 - Intermediate/Advanced Inter. Volleying
Pickle ball is a paddle sport played on a badminton-sized court and can be described as a cross between tennis and ping-pong. It can be played as doubles or singles. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn and play, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. Sneakers are required. Players registering for the first time are asked to register for the intro class.Pickleball - Playtime Pick upPick up pickleball is an opportunity open to all level players to reserve court time to play pickleball. There will be three courts available to a maximum of 15 players who will rotate to play for an hour and a half. There will be a staff member present to open the gym and players are responsible for keeping their own score. Forehand and Backhand Instruction Focus and practice on improving forehands and backhands. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher.Skills & Drills IntermediateThis class is for intermediate players. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR certified coaches will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skill full double player. Each session is developed for specific skill level players. The program includes coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on serve & return, drop shots and transitioning to the non-volley zone line also for those who want some instruction and mentored play to improve their games. Volleying Skills Instruction The focus and practice to improve volley skills. Each player will get individualized attention and supervised repetitions in each class. Players must be Novice skill level or higher (see specific sessions). Players are required to bring and wear safety or prescription glasses. Limit 4 players. Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping as well as continue to improve on the rules of the game, strokes, learn to serve and expanding their knowledge of score keeping. Level 2 - Novice- Moves n a sale and balanced manner- Able to hit a forehand with direction- Hits backhand(not run around it), but not in a consistent manner- Can accurately place serve into correct area 75% of the time- Demonstrate proper court positioning- Able to accurately keep score- Able to volley with some direction- Understands basic rules (for example, two bounce rule, no volley zone)- Able to sustain short rallies Level 3 - Intermediate- Has good mobility, good hand-eye coordination and good quickness of hands and feet- Good stamina and/or physical conditioning-Able to sustain medium length rallies against other intermediate players- Has some understanding of pickleball strategy and successfully implements it at times-Able to hit forehands and backhands with direction- Able to sustain a dink rally- Able to volley opponent's drives with some consistency. - Attempts drop shots with occasional success- Often moves to non-volley zone with opportunity is there - Attempts overhead shots with some success, may not have proper technique- Aware of partners position on court. Level 4 - Advanced Intermediate - Has very good pickleball footwork, very good mobility to cover the court, very good hand-eye coordination, as well as very good quickness for hands and feet.- Has very good stamina and physical conditioning- Sometimes plans and plays strategically at game speed- Able to sustain medium to long rallies against other Advanced Intermediate players - Able to use forehand and backhand with pace,control and consistency. - Executes serve/return with ability to control depth and direction- Attempts drop shots and is often successful- Able to volley with some control- Able to dink with some control of height/depth and sustain medium length rallies- Moves to non-volley zone when opportunity is there- Able to hit an overhead with some success, utilizing proper technique- Aware of partner's position and communicates during play Level 5 - Advanced- Has excellent pickleball footwork, mobility and hand-eye coordination, as well as quick hands and feet- Has excellent stamina and physical conditioning- Plays strategically at game speed- Player is able to sustain long rallies of varied pace against other Advanced players- Consistently hits forehand and backhand with depth and control- Consistently places serves/returns with varying depth and control- Consistently attempts and is mostly successful at drop shots- Consistently able to volley a variety of shots at different speeds. - Understands the block/reset volley and often can convert hard shots to soft shots- Sustains a dink exchange with patience to elicit a "put away"{ shot- Focuses on keeping opponents back- Knows partner's position and able to move as a team, can switch, has good communication.- Consistently executes overheads and has proper technique- Able to control the no volley zone.It will be the instructors recommendation for anyone wishing to advance a level.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Old Town Hall pickleball is located at Park St.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer Video
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3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Junior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:15 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Senior Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Race Club
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Tiny Tots
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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4:45 PM - 5:30 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - Mini Rays
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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5:00 PM - 5:45 PM
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Baton Twirlers - Intro Baton
Baton twirling is an excellent way of developing hand-eye coordination, rhythm, timing, endurance, self-discipline, and overall total body coordination. Classes involve all aspects of baton twirling from fundamental tricks to advanced competitive combinations. Experienced twirlers have the opportunity to join competitive teams. Baton Twirling is a sport that brings so many positives to our lives such as physical fitness, flexibility, friendship and so much more. A Baton is needed and can be purchased from the instructor for a fee of $30.00 Pre-School Twirling - This mini program of classes are an introduction to twirling for the little ones. They will play games and have fun.Tiny Tots - Classes are 30-minutes long for ages 3-5 years old and a great way for your kids to learn basic twirling skills, play games and most importantly have fun. Intro to Twirling - Classes are 45-minutes long for ages 6 & up. You will learn to spin, twirl and toss incorporating games in these exciting classes. Introduction to baton twirling will help children to develop eye hand coordination and learn tricks. Afterschool Twirling - For those who are interested in trying a 4 week introduction class to baton twirling. Competitive Twirlers - This program is for advanced twirlers who will continue to learn tricks and strengthen their skills. Competitive Team twirlers will be assigned a scheduled time for group lessons.The instructor will contact Competitive Twirlers with specific class times. At various levels of twirling, there is additional opportunity to perform and compete.Solo TwirlersExperienced baton twirlers who are interested in additional half hour individual lessons will be scheduled for solo classes on Sunday mornings. The instructor will contact solo twirlers with a specific time.Parade TwirlersFor those interested in marching in the Belchertown Fair Parade, sign up for these four classes, an introduction to baton twirling and come march with us!
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5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Fall 2025 - High School Meet Pass
Fun • Teamwork • Confidence • Achievement • Friendship • Excitement Have fun improving your swimming skills and learning new strokes with the Belchertown Stingrays. If you are not sure you are ready to join the Stingrays, come and try it! The head coach assigns each new participant to a practice group. Participants are expected to attend all practice times in accordance with their swim group each week in order to get the most benefit from the program. Swimmers must attend at least 4 swim meets to qualify for Championships.Race Club is a group for swimmers with higher level competitive goals: reaching A standard or higher USA swimming times, swimming competitively at High School Level, or have aspirations of Division 3 College swimming. Ages 13-18.
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6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu - Adult - December 2025
Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu blends traditional, Japanese martial arts practices with self-defense based perspectives and training ideologies. The goal is to develop an individual that will demonstrate kindness, compassion, discipline, and respect, as well as the ability to de-escalate dangerous and potentially dangerous situations.Every student receives individual attention in a safe and positive learning environment.Instructor Safe Sport Act trained and certified and CPR certified.
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