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Friday May 3, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Pickleball - Intro - Wed/Fri mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	pickleball
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Pickleball
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	Pickleball
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM	pickleball
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Amherst Sailing Club - Spring 2024 Town Beach Usage
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Craft Fair

Sunday May 5, 2024
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Pickleball - Level 3 - Skills & Drills Inter 5/5 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball - Level 4/5 - Skills & Drills Adv. Inter/Adv 5/5 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.

Monday May 6, 2024
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - CHCS Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Amherst Sailing Club - Spring 2024 Town Beach Usage
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Pickleball
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Pickleball

Tuesday May 7, 2024
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Swift River Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Tuesday evenings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Wednesday May 8, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Pickleball - Intro - Wed/Fri mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Cold Spring Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Amherst Sailing Club - Spring 2024 Town Beach Usage
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Wednesday with CA - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	pickleball
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	pickleball
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends

Thursday May 9, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Pickleball - Level 1 - Beginner - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Outdoor Learners - May 2024 The goal of this program is to get kids back outdoors while using their imagination and creativity to care for nature, create projects using simple materials, garden, and prepare no-cook foods. Gathering at the Swift River pavilion, we will do simple hands-on science projects, grow plants, follow no-cook recipes, craft, and learn basic skills to be prepared and resourceful. June - Make first aid kits and learn some basic first aid, make and use a compass, combine ingredients to make your own trail mix and energy bars, make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. July - Craft miniature cabins with sticks, make an insect viewer, collect some insects from the school garden and inspect them with a magnifying glass. Make iced hot chocolate and learn the history behind the drink. Wear an ice cube necklace to beat the heat and cook up some sun tea in the sun. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. August -  Make your own super bubble solution and see if you can stand in a bubble. Make twig and pinecone people, make and sail a twig raft,  and tie knots to make friendship bracelets with your new friends. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. Pick up will be at the Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified. Sessions will be held in the Swift River cafeteria during inclement weather.   Children will need a note from home to stay after school and gather in the pickup area.  Children are asked to bring a water bottle and snack.   Children will always need to be dressed and prepared for the outdoor weather. School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Cakes by Pip's - Mother's Day Cookies Decorating Cookies Decorating ClassDiscover your inner cookie artist at Cakes by Pip's Cookie Decorating Class. This two hours class of creative fun includes transforming four themed sugar cookies into edible masterpieces.Sarah will provide practical guidance on using royal icing to craft unique and personalized designs, perfect for the season. As a special takeaway, each participant will receive a piping tip to continue their cookie decorating journey at home.This class is open to all skill levels. Join us for a relaxed yet engaging celebration with Cakes by Pip.Participants age 12 and older are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Friday May 10, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Friday mornings with Brent - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Pickleball - Intro - Wed/Fri mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Amherst Sailing Club - Spring 2024 Town Beach Usage
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.

Saturday May 11, 2024
10:30 AM - 3:30 PM	Multi Cultural Services Event
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Birthday Party

Monday May 13, 2024
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - CHCS Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.

Tuesday May 14, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	B-Town in Balance Fitness - B-Town in Balance - Spring B-Town in BalanceThis fitness program offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning is a Slow, Mellow Movement, Balance Work and Chair Stretching Workshop - No jumping! No floor work! Standing or sitting only! This workshop will help to increase balance, flexibility, range of motion and just get moving.Please wear comfortable, loose clothing and light comfortable shoes. Participants are expected to bring their own (thin) yoga mat, some will be provided, and bring a water bottle.This fitness class is appropriate for all adults.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Swift River Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Tuesday evenings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Wednesday May 15, 2024
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Cold Spring Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Wednesday with CA - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	pickleball
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	pickleball
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends

Thursday May 16, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	B-Town in Balance Fitness - B-Town in Balance - Spring B-Town in BalanceThis fitness program offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning is a Slow, Mellow Movement, Balance Work and Chair Stretching Workshop - No jumping! No floor work! Standing or sitting only! This workshop will help to increase balance, flexibility, range of motion and just get moving.Please wear comfortable, loose clothing and light comfortable shoes. Participants are expected to bring their own (thin) yoga mat, some will be provided, and bring a water bottle.This fitness class is appropriate for all adults.
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Pickleball - Level 1 - Beginner - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Outdoor Learners - May 2024 The goal of this program is to get kids back outdoors while using their imagination and creativity to care for nature, create projects using simple materials, garden, and prepare no-cook foods. Gathering at the Swift River pavilion, we will do simple hands-on science projects, grow plants, follow no-cook recipes, craft, and learn basic skills to be prepared and resourceful. June - Make first aid kits and learn some basic first aid, make and use a compass, combine ingredients to make your own trail mix and energy bars, make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. July - Craft miniature cabins with sticks, make an insect viewer, collect some insects from the school garden and inspect them with a magnifying glass. Make iced hot chocolate and learn the history behind the drink. Wear an ice cube necklace to beat the heat and cook up some sun tea in the sun. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. August -  Make your own super bubble solution and see if you can stand in a bubble. Make twig and pinecone people, make and sail a twig raft,  and tie knots to make friendship bracelets with your new friends. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. Pick up will be at the Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified. Sessions will be held in the Swift River cafeteria during inclement weather.   Children will need a note from home to stay after school and gather in the pickup area.  Children are asked to bring a water bottle and snack.   Children will always need to be dressed and prepared for the outdoor weather. School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Friday May 17, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Friday mornings with Brent - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.

Saturday May 18, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Tai Chi - Tai Chi Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art used for centuries to relax the body and mind, improve balance and mental clarity, strengthen the body, increase stamina, decrease stress and enhance the overall quality of life.  It’s rhythmic movements establish a mind body connection that creates an overall sense of wellbeing similar to yoga.  It is good for people of all ages and physical levels.  It can be modified to suit the needs of an individual.  Tai Chi is a skill that will last a lifetime.  Advanced classes are for those who are familiar with Tai Chi and have some experience.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Tinker Arts - Saturdays - Ages 5-7 Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Tinker Arts - Saturdays - Ages 8-10 Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Child’s birthday party

Sunday May 19, 2024
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Birthday Party

Monday May 20, 2024
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - CHCS Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.

Tuesday May 21, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	B-Town in Balance Fitness - B-Town in Balance - Spring B-Town in BalanceThis fitness program offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning is a Slow, Mellow Movement, Balance Work and Chair Stretching Workshop - No jumping! No floor work! Standing or sitting only! This workshop will help to increase balance, flexibility, range of motion and just get moving.Please wear comfortable, loose clothing and light comfortable shoes. Participants are expected to bring their own (thin) yoga mat, some will be provided, and bring a water bottle.This fitness class is appropriate for all adults.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Swift River Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Tuesday evenings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Wednesday May 22, 2024
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Cold Spring Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Wednesday with CA - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	pickleball
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	pickleball
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends

Thursday May 23, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	B-Town in Balance Fitness - B-Town in Balance - Spring B-Town in BalanceThis fitness program offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning is a Slow, Mellow Movement, Balance Work and Chair Stretching Workshop - No jumping! No floor work! Standing or sitting only! This workshop will help to increase balance, flexibility, range of motion and just get moving.Please wear comfortable, loose clothing and light comfortable shoes. Participants are expected to bring their own (thin) yoga mat, some will be provided, and bring a water bottle.This fitness class is appropriate for all adults.
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Pickleball - Level 1 - Beginner - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Outdoor Learners - May 2024 The goal of this program is to get kids back outdoors while using their imagination and creativity to care for nature, create projects using simple materials, garden, and prepare no-cook foods. Gathering at the Swift River pavilion, we will do simple hands-on science projects, grow plants, follow no-cook recipes, craft, and learn basic skills to be prepared and resourceful. June - Make first aid kits and learn some basic first aid, make and use a compass, combine ingredients to make your own trail mix and energy bars, make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. July - Craft miniature cabins with sticks, make an insect viewer, collect some insects from the school garden and inspect them with a magnifying glass. Make iced hot chocolate and learn the history behind the drink. Wear an ice cube necklace to beat the heat and cook up some sun tea in the sun. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. August -  Make your own super bubble solution and see if you can stand in a bubble. Make twig and pinecone people, make and sail a twig raft,  and tie knots to make friendship bracelets with your new friends. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. Pick up will be at the Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified. Sessions will be held in the Swift River cafeteria during inclement weather.   Children will need a note from home to stay after school and gather in the pickup area.  Children are asked to bring a water bottle and snack.   Children will always need to be dressed and prepared for the outdoor weather. School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Friday May 24, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Friday mornings with Brent - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.

Saturday May 25, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Tai Chi - Tai Chi Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art used for centuries to relax the body and mind, improve balance and mental clarity, strengthen the body, increase stamina, decrease stress and enhance the overall quality of life.  It’s rhythmic movements establish a mind body connection that creates an overall sense of wellbeing similar to yoga.  It is good for people of all ages and physical levels.  It can be modified to suit the needs of an individual.  Tai Chi is a skill that will last a lifetime.  Advanced classes are for those who are familiar with Tai Chi and have some experience.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Tinker Arts - Saturdays - Ages 5-7 Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Tinker Arts - Saturdays - Ages 8-10 Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!

Monday May 27, 2024
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - CHCS Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!

Tuesday May 28, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	B-Town in Balance Fitness - B-Town in Balance - Spring B-Town in BalanceThis fitness program offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning is a Slow, Mellow Movement, Balance Work and Chair Stretching Workshop - No jumping! No floor work! Standing or sitting only! This workshop will help to increase balance, flexibility, range of motion and just get moving.Please wear comfortable, loose clothing and light comfortable shoes. Participants are expected to bring their own (thin) yoga mat, some will be provided, and bring a water bottle.This fitness class is appropriate for all adults.
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Swift River Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Tuesday evenings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Wednesday May 29, 2024
3:15 PM - 4:30 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - Cold Spring Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:45 PM - 6:45 PM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Wednesday with CA - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	pickleball
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	pickleball
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM	to play pickle ball with a group of friends

Thursday May 30, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	B-Town in Balance Fitness - B-Town in Balance - Spring B-Town in BalanceThis fitness program offered every Tuesday and Thursday morning is a Slow, Mellow Movement, Balance Work and Chair Stretching Workshop - No jumping! No floor work! Standing or sitting only! This workshop will help to increase balance, flexibility, range of motion and just get moving.Please wear comfortable, loose clothing and light comfortable shoes. Participants are expected to bring their own (thin) yoga mat, some will be provided, and bring a water bottle.This fitness class is appropriate for all adults.
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM	Pickleball - Level 1 - Beginner - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM	Pickleball - Level 2 - Novice - Thursday mornings 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.Introduction to PickleballThis four-week class is for those new to the game or for those who want more experience before moving onto the Beginner class. During this class participants will be introduced to basic rules, fundamentals of strokes, court positioning, and score keeping.    Level 1 - Beginner The beginner class will focus on basics of the game. Throughout the class participants will 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.The Jabish Brook outdoor pickleball courts are located at 61 Springfield Rd.The Chestnut Hill outdoor pickleball courts are located at 59 State St.Court schedules will be posted soon.Please view the video below to be familiar with how the system works. Click Here for Pickleball Paddle Play Organizer VideoSKILLS & DRILLS Intermediate playersIn this extended clinic (2.0 hours) with a small class. Bob Stephens & Laurie Shannon, PPR Certified Pickleball Coaches, will put you through specific drills designed to make you a smarter, more skillful doubles player.  Each session is developed for specific skill level players. You’ll get coaching advice, focused practice time and game situations centered on: Serve & Return, Drop shots and Transitioning to the Non-Volley Zone Line.                                  *     *    *    *Please refer to the above descriptions.Once registered, the instructor will verify that the participant qualifies for this level.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Outdoor Learners - May 2024 The goal of this program is to get kids back outdoors while using their imagination and creativity to care for nature, create projects using simple materials, garden, and prepare no-cook foods. Gathering at the Swift River pavilion, we will do simple hands-on science projects, grow plants, follow no-cook recipes, craft, and learn basic skills to be prepared and resourceful. June - Make first aid kits and learn some basic first aid, make and use a compass, combine ingredients to make your own trail mix and energy bars, make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. July - Craft miniature cabins with sticks, make an insect viewer, collect some insects from the school garden and inspect them with a magnifying glass. Make iced hot chocolate and learn the history behind the drink. Wear an ice cube necklace to beat the heat and cook up some sun tea in the sun. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. August -  Make your own super bubble solution and see if you can stand in a bubble. Make twig and pinecone people, make and sail a twig raft,  and tie knots to make friendship bracelets with your new friends. Make solar oven s'mores, relax in a camping tent, work in the school garden, and cool off under the sprinkler. Pick up will be at the Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified. Sessions will be held in the Swift River cafeteria during inclement weather.   Children will need a note from home to stay after school and gather in the pickup area.  Children are asked to bring a water bottle and snack.   Children will always need to be dressed and prepared for the outdoor weather. School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Beginner - Kids - May 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
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Jujitsu Kids - Intermediate - Kids - May 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
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM	Jujitsu - Adults - Jujitsu, Adults - May 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.

Friday May 31, 2024
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Yoga - Adults - Yoga Friday mornings with Brent - Spring 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 C Common Room at Swift River School. (looking at the building, on the right side.)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. 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. Summer Wed. yoga (dates in the catalog have been adjusted.)
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Belchertown Running Club - Belchertown Running Club The Belchertown Running Club is designed for the beginner runners with no prior experience needed.  This program offers  proper stretching and breathing techniques to safely run at the beginner level. Everyone will need to come to practice with comfortable attire, sneakers, and a water bottle.This program will be held outdoors rain or shine at the  Chestnut Hill/Swift River School area.  Depending on in climate weather, makeup dates may be held on Saturdays or Sunday.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 Swift River pavilion unless otherwise notified.   School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.

Saturday June 1, 2024
8:00 AM - 10:00 PM	American Cancer, Relay for Life
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM	Tai Chi - Tai Chi Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art used for centuries to relax the body and mind, improve balance and mental clarity, strengthen the body, increase stamina, decrease stress and enhance the overall quality of life.  It’s rhythmic movements establish a mind body connection that creates an overall sense of wellbeing similar to yoga.  It is good for people of all ages and physical levels.  It can be modified to suit the needs of an individual.  Tai Chi is a skill that will last a lifetime.  Advanced classes are for those who are familiar with Tai Chi and have some experience.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	Tinker Arts - Saturdays - Ages 5-7 Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Tinker Arts - Saturdays - Ages 8-10 Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!

Sunday June 2, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	Birthday party

Monday June 3, 2024
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM	Tinker Arts - Tinker Arts - CHCS Grades - Kindergarten  Come join the fun process based art as we explore and work with a variety of materials such as paint, crayon, paper, cardboard and clay.  Our focus will be on the process and the creative experien e while building fundamental skills. Grades 1-3 Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. Grades 4-6 (age 8-10)Join us for after school arts! We'll be practicing our skills and knowledge of the elements of arts and design.  We'll explore and look at works of art from different types of artists and will create our own.  This class is meant to promote creativity and practice skill building in a fun and relaxed environment. The goal is to encourage an opportunities for creative expression and learning. All materials will be provided. Please bring an allergen friendly snack and water bottle.*Participants will need to bring a note to school to stay after.*The school will dismiss participants and allow them to go to the Cafeteria or directly to the classroom.*If School has early dismissal due to inclement weather, class will be canceled for that afternoon and the instructor will reschedule.*School nurse/school staff are not present for this after school program. Summer - Preschool This art program is designed to introduce preschoolers to the fun world of art.  We will use such materials as paint, crayons, paper, cardboard and clay.  Come and play with art. Each day your child will create a new materpiece to take home.  Participants must bring an old t-shirt or smock.  All other supplies are provided. Our Saturday Summer Tinker Arts group will do a little bit of everything! Students will have the opportunity to explore a variety of materials and techniques. We  will experiment with painting, printmaking, drawing, sculpture and collage!   July 1-5 (No July 4th) - The summer Tinker Arts group will explore working with different fiber materials to make beautiful summer themed projects! We'll use different materials like wool, silk and cotton to make our projects for the week!
3:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024- 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.
4:45 PM - 5:30 PM	Stingrays Swim Team - Stingrays Swim Team - Spring 2024 - 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!  We are happy to offer a full Spring 2024 season for our Mini, Junior, Senior, and Race Club Stingrays. Coach Matt 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 new 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.