Lexington MA Recreation Fall 2026 | Youth, Adult & Family Classes

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New Center Recreation Playground Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Sept.3rd • 5pm

General information Full Time Staff Melissa Termine Battite, CPRP Director Peter Coleman, CPRP, CPSI Assistant Director of Recreation Christine Dean, CPRP Community Center Director

Laura Perry, CPRP Recreation Supervisor

Melinda Spencer Administrative Manager Thomas Romano, CPRP Youth & Family Program Coordinator Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, CPRP Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Charlie Schroeder, CYSA, CPRP Recreation Coordinator Ann McKean Administrative Assistant, Finance Wai Yin Hazewindus Administrative Assistant, Recreation Ilanit Escalona Administrative Assistant, Community Center

Recreation and Community Programs Department Mission: To provide the community opportunities to engage in quality, inclusive and accessible programs and services.

Vision: To be a leader in promoting inclusion, community engagement and a healthy active lifestyle.

The Lexington Community Center is committed to providing an inclusive and equitable environment for all. We support the diversity of our community by modeling our core values of respect, trust, accountability, teamwork and open-mindedness.

Registration Information Registration begins Tuesday, August 18th, 2026 at 6am. Non-resident registration begins Tuesday, August 25th, 2026. We encourage you to visit our web page at lexingtonma.gov/recreation. Registration is first come, first served. All participants must register, submit payment and a waiver release in order to be eligible to participate in a program. We accept cash, check, MasterCard, VISA, or Discover for payments.

Financial Aid Requests are available online or by calling. This confidential application process is through the Recreation and Community Programs. The amount of financial aid provided is determined by individual need and available funds through the Recreation Enterprise Fund. Thank you to the Fund for Lexington for supporting a portion of the annual scholarship funds.

Cancellation Policy Cancellations must be submitted in writing via the online request form a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the start of a program or service.

A $25.00 processing fee will be incurred for all cancellations unless otherwise noted. Cancellations received less than two weeks prior to the start of a program or service do not qualify for a credit. Credit requests may be given for medical reasons and requires a physician's note. The remaining balance will be in the form of a credit to the household account in which the original registration was made. In the event a program is canceled due to low enrollment or inclement weather (only when a makeup is not available), a full refund will be given. Credits are available up to one calendar year from the date applied.

Inclusion Support Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov.

Fall Inclusion Requests Due Tuesday, September 1st.

General information Contents General Information...................................................................................2-3 Youth Programs............................................................................................ 4-17 Basketball......................................................................................................... 18-19 Tennis & Pickleball............................................................................... 20-21

Contact Us Main Line: 781-698-4800

Human Services.......................................................................................22-23

Email: recdept@lexingtonma.gov

Therapeutic Recreation.......................................................................... 24

Register: lexrecma.com

Community Events........................................................................................ 25 Adult Programs.........................................................................................26-27 Adult Fitness Classes...................................................................... 28-35

VETERANS DAY 2026

Veterans Day 2026

Wednesday, November 11

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Details will be available at lexingtonma.gov/veteransday

Youth Programs Little Laxer Learn to Play Lacrosse new $180 Resident • $190 Non-Resident

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Better and Better Strength and Agility, Lacrosse | $165 Resident • $175 Non-Resident

Laxer Learn to Play Lacrosse is as the name says, a learn to play lacrosse program for boys and girls, where we make learning fun. Lacrosse is a fast-paced, exciting game that we want young athletes to learn the fundamentals in a fun way. We will make all skill learning into a game or competition for players to have maximum enjoyment. The skills that will be covered are all of the basics, scooping, cradling, shooting, catching, and defense, along with teaching players about some of the rules of lacrosse and how it varies from other sports and how it's alike. In the end, we want children to leave excited to tell their families what they have learned. All equipment will be provided. Participants should bring a water bottle and sneakers/cleats each week.

Better and Better Strength and Agility, Lacrosse is a strength and agility program where the drills and exercises are lacrossefocused. This will allow players to get stronger and faster at the main movements of lacrosse. We will do this by structuring each class with a dynamic warm up, agility and strength drills for approximately 50-75% of the class, and each session will end with drills demonstrating how these movements directly apply to lacrosse. The goal is for young athletes to walk away stronger and faster while also understanding why specific exercises are done and how they are translated to lacrosse. Training equipment will be provided. Participants will need to bring cleats or quality running shoes, a water bottle, and their lacrosse stick.

Grades Day Date

Time

Grades Day Date

Time

K-2

1:30-2:15pm

6-8

4-5pm

3-5

Fri

9/11-10/23

2:15-3pm

Where Lincoln #1

9-12

no class: 10/2

Fri

9/11-10/23

5:15-6:15pm

Where Center #7

no class: 10/2

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Junior Golf Clinic | $265 Resident • $275 Non-Resident Under the direction of PGA Golf Professional Joe McKinney, participants will have the opportunity to learn new golf skills and practice previously learned skills. Elements of golf that will be covered include driving, irons and wedges, putting, rules of play, and golf course etiquette. Participants are Time Where encouraged to bring their own golf clubs as a limited number Age Day Date of rental clubs are available. Space is limited, so register early! 10-15 Wed 9/16-10/7 5-6pm Pine Meadows Golf Club

Youth Programs

Lexington Youth Lacrosse Lexington Youth Lacrosse welcomes boys and girls in Pre-K through Grade 8 to learn and play one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Our fall program provides a fun, active, and supportive environment where players develop ageappropriate skills, build confidence, make friends, and experience the excitement of lacrosse.

Whether your child is picking up a stick for the first time or returning for another season, there's a place for everyone. No experience is necessary - New players are welcome at every level! Fall is designed as an instructional, in-house program that emphasizes skill development, teamwork, and fun, making it the Day Date Grades Time Fee Where perfect introduction before the spring Co-Ed Pre-K–Grade 2 1:45-2:45pm $100 league season. (loaner equipment available) Our Pre-K through Grade 2 program Boys 1 & 2 Classic is especially beginner-friendly and 3:30-5pm (full equipment required) requires minimal equipment, with loaner equipment available, making Boys 3 & 4 Classic 3:30-5pm it easy for families to give lacrosse a Boys 5 & 6 Classic 5-6:30pm try. Older players continue developing Lincoln Sun 9/13-11/1 their skills while preparing for spring Boys 7 & 8 Classic 5-6:30pm Field $150 competition and building friendships Girls1 & 2 Classic that last well beyond the season.

3:30-5pm (stick and goggles required) Register and learn more at: Girls 3 & 4 Classic 3:30-5pm www.lexingtonlax.org Girls 5 & 6 Classic

5-6:30pm

Girls 7 & 8 Classic

5-6:30pm

no class: 10/11

INCLUSION SUPPORT

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

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Youth Programs Table Tennis for Youth with Olivia Lam | $150 Resident • $160 Non-Resident This program is designed for youth and teens to learn table tennis skills and stay fit. Table tennis helps improve hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and balance.

Class starts with 10 minutes of warm-up, followed by practicing racket grips and basic strokes for 30 minutes. The class will end with single/double games.

Age Day Date 5-10 11-17

Thu Fri

Time

9/17-10/22 11/5-12/17 9/25-10/30 11/6-12/18

Where

4:30–5:30pm Community Center Ping Pong Room 4-5pm no class: 11/26 & 11/27

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Lexington Youth Wrestling Club | $150 Resident • $160 Non-Resident Lexington Youth Wrestling Club, open to all girls and boys in grades 3 to 8, is focused on building strong fundamentals, mental toughness, and discipline. We teach the skills of the sport while helping kids grow stronger, both physically and mentally.

Through fun games and hard work, we create an Age Day Date Time Where environment where kids not only learn wrestling, but also develop important life skills like resilience, 8-14 Tue & Thu 12/1-2/11 6:30-8pm LHS Field House teamwork, and respect. no class: 12/22, 12/24, 12/29, & 12/31

@lexrecreation

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Youth Programs All Sports w/ Coach Taylor | $155 Resident $165 Non-Resident

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Lil Sports creates a safe environment for young children to learn basic sports skills, and to gain exposure to a wide range of sports and games. Sports played include baseball, basketball, football, soccer, volleyball, lacrosse, and floor hockey. All classes are set to music.

Age 3-6

Session Early Fall Late Fall

Day Date Sat

9/19-10/24 11/7-12/19

Time

Where

11:30am-12:15pm

Community Center Room 006

no class: 11/28

Sports Zone Bump, Set, Spike Volleyball $185 Resident • $195 Non-Resident Bump, Set, Spike Volleyball is a low-pressure way to help our students learn and develop their volleyball skills. This session will include instruction on four fundamentals of volleyball: passing, setting, hitting, and serving. Players will also participate in a variety of learning activities and fun skillbuilding challenges and games. Players are welcome to bring their own volleyball if they would like, but it is not required.

Come and play like a champion!

Age 10-15

Session Early Fall Late Fall

Day Mon

Date

Time

Where

9/14-10/26

5:256:25pm

Estabrook Gym

11/9-12/7

no class: 9/21 & 10/12

Sports Zone Youth Badminton $185 Resident • $195 Non-Resident Archery | $205 Resident • $215 Non-Resident Archery is an individual sport that provides the opportunity for anyone to do well. The benefits of archery include exercise, mental focus, self-discipline, and social interaction with peers. This program teaches the fundamentals of good form, technique, and how to be safe. Taught by Shawn Bowlby who has 20+ years of experience and has won the national indoor championship 8 times. Archery equipment is provided.

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

9-15

Fri

9/18-10/9

4-5:30pm

Community Center Upper Field Allee

INCLUSION SUPPORT

This class introduces the fundamental skills, rules, and strategies of badminton. We will cover basic techniques and etiquette of both singles and doubles play. Students will also participate in other fun activities and challenges that seek to improve overall hand-eye coordination, team communication, and physical fitness. Our goal is to start students on the journey to a lifetime of badminton fun!

Age 7-14

Session Early Fall Late Fall

Day Mon

Date

Time

Where

9/14-10/26

4:155:15pm

Estabrook Gym

11/9-12/7

no class: 9/21 & 10/12

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

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Youth Programs Sports Zone: Golf, Nerf, and Pickleball Sport Classes | $190 Resident • $200 Non-Resident Sports Zone 101 - Backyard Birdies Designed for young golfers of all skill levels, this fun-filled program introduces kids to the excitement of golf while helping them improve their skills. Our expert coaches create a positive and supportive environment where kids can build confidence, learn proper techniques, and enjoy friendly challenges!

Each session includes: • Engaging drills to develop swing technique, aim, and control • Fun games to practice putting and short game accuracy • Team activities promoting sportsmanship and teamwork

• Exciting challenges like long drive competitions, chipping contests, and putting showdowns to keep kids motivated and having fun!

Perfect for beginners and those looking to sharpen their skills, this program keeps kids active while sparking a lifelong love for golf!

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Sports Zone 101 - Nerf Battlegrounds Come join the Sports Zone Lieutenants as we test our individual and team effectiveness in battle! This awesome program puts a fresh spin on traditional games like capture the flag, while also allowing children to get great exercise, learn some strategic planning skills, and make new friends. Each week will feature different games with individual and team-based challenges, so the students always have something new to strive for. We will also have all sorts of obstacles for the students to interact with, so they never know what to expect! There will be no shortage of fun in this program, and we provide all the necessary supplies, so join the excitement today!

Sports Zone - Pickleball Pals: Kids' Intro to Pickleball Get ready for a fun-filled introduction to the exciting world of pickleball! Our Pickleball Pals program is designed to teach kids the basics of this fast-growing sport through engaging challenges, mini-games, and scrimmages.

What’s Included: • Learn the basics of serving, volleys, and scoring • Fun challenges like target hits and accuracy contests

• Mini-games and partner play to build teamwork and sportsmanship • Skill-building drills to improve coordination and reflexes

With expert coaching and a focus on fun, this program helps kids build confidence on the court while staying active and making new friends. Perfect for beginners looking to learn the game in an exciting and supportive environment!

Age Session Backyard Birdies: Junior Golf, Early Fall Backyard Birdies: Junior Golf, Late Fall 7-11

Nerf Battlegrounds, Early Fall Nerf Battlegrounds, Late Fall Intro to Pickleball, Early Fall Intro to Pickleball, Late Fall

Day Date Thu

Fri

Fri

9/17-10/22 10/29-12/10 9/18-10/23 10/30-12/11 9/18-10/23 10/30-12/11

Time

Where

4-5pm

4-5pm

Community Center Room 006

5:15-6:15pm

no class: 11/26 & 11/27

@lexrecreation

Follow us on social media @lexrecreation and visit our website lexingtonma.gov/recreation to stay up to date with program dates, times, and locations!

Youth Programs Fishing Clinic $20 Resident • $30 Non-Resident Have you ever wanted to learn how to fish?

Now’s your chance. Let the Mass Wildlife Angler Education Program be your guide. We’ll have equipment on hand for use, as well as terminal tackle, and live bait. You’ll learn the basics from casting out to baiting up. And the best part – you’ll actually be able to fish. So come try your hand at this great pastime, guaranteed to catch some fun!

Please note: Each person wanting to fish needs to register. Children age 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. If you are supervising a child and do not want to fish, only the child needs to register.

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

All

Wed

9/2

5-7pm

Old Reservoir

9 BUDA (Boston Ultimate Disc Alliance) Ultimate Frisbee Clinics BUDA youth frisbee would like to invite you to join our youth frisbee program for grades K-12 in Lexington, with both recreational programs and very competitive, highly coached "Youth Club" teams.

Ultimate Frisbee is a non-contact sport that encourages a lot of running and teamwork.

Instead of referees, players are encouraged to learn the rules and make their own calls.

Not easy, but a valuable life skill. We use an assortment of adult and high school assistant coaches to give all players a great experience.

Please note: Registration must be completed through the BUDA website (https://www.buda.org/en_us/e/youth-ultimate-fall-2026).

Grades

Day

Date

Time

Where

Fee

Age 5+ Family Frisbee

Sat

9/12-10/17

4-5:30pm

Center #1 Baseball Field

$20 Res • $30 NR

K-1 Clinic

Sun

9/13-10/18

2-3:10pm

$85 Res • $95 NR

2-3 Clinic

Sun

9/13-10/18

2-3:20pm

$100 Res • $110 NR

4-5 Clinic

Sun, Wed

9/13-10/18

MULTI

6-8 Clinic

Sun, Wed

9/13-10/18

MULTI

9-12 Clinic

Sun, Wed

8/30-10/25

MULTI

$150 Res • $160 NR

9-12 Youth Club Team

Sun, Wed, Fri

8/30-10/23

MULTI

$195 Res • $205 NR

INCLUSION SUPPORT

Diamond Middle School Fields

$150 Res • $160 NR $150 Res • $160 NR

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

Youth Programs Girls on the Run | $320 Resident & Non-Resident Registration opens on August 3rd!

Girls on the Run (GOTR) is an after school program that teaches young girls valuable life lessons while using running and physical activity as a tool. Girls meet twice a week for 8 weeks and the season concludes with a celebratory 5k event on Boston Common!

This season, girls will...

• Build confidence to boldly share their thoughts, ideas and feelings • Discover their Heart Power to speak up - even when they feel nervous • Learn to listen deeply, show empathy and invite others to speak up too

This program will primarily take place outside. Participants should dress accordingly. We will be based at the Lexington Community Center through October but may transition to the Center Complex Track in November. Celebratory 5K: November 15 Financial Assistance available at gotrgbinfo@gmail.com Please note: registration must be completed through Girls on the Run.

Grades Day

Date

Time

Where

3-5

9/21-11/15

MULTI

Community Center Lower Field

Mon, Wed

no class: 10/12 & 11/11

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Viking Pre-K & Kindergarten Soccer Powered by the New England Revolution $185 Resident • $195 Non-Resident Viking's Lexington soccer clinics are powered by the New England Revolution! Working with the Revs, Viking Sports has created a soccer curriculum that blends our brand of fun and the Revolution's skill development expertise.

During the season, we teach tomorrow's emerging stars age-appropriate skills that develop dribbling, passing, receiving, and shooting. Your child's early exposure to the sport should give them an edge up on the competition.

Children will learn the basics of soccer and our areas of primary focus are teamwork, general awareness, gross motor development, and reinforcement of fundamental play.

Participants should bring a soccer ball and shin guards are recommended but not required. All participants will receive a Viking Sports T-Shirt!

Age 3-6

Session Early Fall Late Fall

Day Fri

Date 9/11-10/16 10/30-12/11

no class: 11/27

INCLUSION SUPPORT

Challenger Tiny Tykes Soccer $165 Resident • $175 Non-Resident Tiny Tykes is where your child's soccer journey begins - and the adventure never stops! Through the magic of soccer and storytelling, Tiny Tykes introduces kids to the beautiful game in a fun, imaginative, and nurturing environment. While learning the basics - like what a soccer ball is and how to move with it, children will also build essential motor skills, confidence, and social connections with their teammates.

But Tiny Tykes is more than just soccer. Each session is a new adventure! Whether they're zooming through the field as race cars, roaring like dinosaurs, sailing as pirates, or casting spells as wizards, your child will explore, play, and learn through creative journeys that spark their imagination Check out this Tiny Tykes video!

Time

Where

Age

3-3:45

Estabrook Gym

2-3 4-5

Day

Date

Time

Sun

9/13-10/25

3-3:45pm 4-4:45pm

Where Muzzey Soccer Field

no class: 10/11

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

Youth Programs LUSC: Lexington United Soccer Club For two decades, the Lexington United Soccer Club has proudly offered the leading youth soccer program in Lexington. Catering to as many as 1,900 players annually, LUSC administers recreational, travel, and club soccer teams, alongside training clinics for all local youths from kindergarten through grade 12. Our aim is to ensure a fun and educational environment for players at every skill level, from beginners to advanced competitors. Boasting a team of full-time professional coaches and more than 100 volunteers, LUSC stands out as one of the largest and most well-regarded soccer organizations in the state.

Register: www.lexingtonunited.org

Ages / Grade Session

Day

Date

Time

Where

Fee

5-8 / K-2nd

In Town Soccer

Sat

9/12-11/14

8:45-11:45am

Diamond Middle School Fields

$175

8-14 / 3rd-8th

Travel and In Town Soccer

Weekday & Sat

9/12-11/14

5-11 / K-8

Friday Skills Clinics

Fri

09/11 - 10/30

K: 1-2pm

Diamond Middle School Fields

3rd-5th: 2-3pm

$275 $150

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Super Soccer Stars

Join Super Soccer Stars for some soccer fun this fall! At Super Soccer Stars, it is their goal to teach soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. Their philosophy is to use soccer to nurture, to build selfconfidence, and to develop teamwork in every class. Their specially designed curricula use positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to ensure that each child improves at his or her own rate while having endless fun.

Super Soccer Stars will be offering a variety of programs on Mondays and Saturdays this fall for children ages 1-7.

Please note: Registration must be completed through the Super Soccer Stars website (https://www.soccerstars.com/ ma/boston/).

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

3-7

Mon

9/14-10/26

3:15-5:15pm

1-5

Sat

9/12-11/14

8:30am-12pm

Muzzey Soccer Field

no class: 10/12

Youth Programs

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Combined Martial Arts for Teens $190 Resident • $200 Non-Resident

Kids Combined Martial Arts $190 Resident • $200 Non-Resident

Come to the Community Center and join instructor Charles Crayton Jr., a 6th-degree black belt with 30 years of experience, for classes in combined martial arts. Come away learning self-defense moves of all kinds, a sharper mind, patience, and self-discipline.

NEW - Each registration comes with a Gi (Uniform)! Come to the Community Center and join instructor Charles Crayton Jr., a 6th-degree black belt with 30 years of experience, for classes in combined martial arts. Come away learning self-defense moves of all kinds, a sharper mind, patience, and self-discipline.

Age

Age Session

Session

Day Date Time

Early Fall

10/611/10

13-17

Tue Late Fall

11/1712/22

5:456:45pm

Where Community Center Room 006

Right Brain Curriculum - Public Speaking $240 Resident • $250 Non-Resident Ready to conquer public speaking? Come join us and turn fear into fun! Through improv games, anchoring a classroom newscast, writing skits, friendly staring contests, and more, you'll build essential speaking skills while having a blast! Our expert Right Brain Curriculum instructors will teach you how to project your voice, engage your audience, maintain confident posture, and craft persuasive arguments. Don’t miss your chance to shine—sign up today and unleash your inner superstar!

Day Date Time

Early Fall 6-12

Tue Late Fall

10/611/10 11/1712/22

Where

4:305:30pm

Community Center Room 006

Right Brain Curriculum - Roblox Game Designers: Create & Play $200 Resident • $210 Non-Resident Play Roblox, study what makes games fun, and design your own! In this hands-on class, kids explore ageappropriate Roblox games together, then work in pairs to sketch maps, invent challenges, and plan original game ideas inspired by what they discover. Along the way, students think like real game designers as they test ideas, share their creations, and build creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

Age Day Date

Time

Where

Age Day Date

Time

Where

8-13

5-6:30pm

Community Center Room 221

6-10

5-6:30pm

Community Center Room 221

Wed

9/23-10/28

Wed

11/4-12/16

no class: 11/11 & 11/25

Youth Programs Kidcreate - Art Classes for ages 11+ $195 Resident • $205 Non-Resident

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Kidcreate - Parent & Me Art Classes $240 Resident • $250 Non-Resident

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Kidcreate - Resin Obsession Create glossy, one-of-a-kind resin art that looks like it came straight from a boutique or TikTok art studio. In this resin class experiment with color mixing, shimmer pigments, glitter, dried flowers, and fun design techniques to make custom resin pieces they’ll actually want to display or wear.

Kidcreate - Parent & Me Big Machines!

Beep beep! Honk! Rumble rumble! Zoom! If your little one loves big machines, we’ve got the class for you. While exploring a variety of different art materials, artists will create a clay construction zone and design their own 3D rollercoaster; they’ll even create a rocket ship that really glows in the dark! This class is great for boys AND girls! Come and create right along with your child. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Kidcreate - Personalize It YOU’RE AN ORIGINAL, and this art class is all about YOU! Make personalized art - we’ll create your very own monogrammed zipper bag, a fabulous yarn-wrapped initial for your wall and your own canvas sneakers!

Kidcreate - Parent & Me Little Mess Maker YOU’RE AN ORIGINAL, and this art class is all about YOU! Make personalized art - we’ll create your very own monogrammed zipper bag, a fabulous yarn-wrapped initial for your wall and your own canvas sneakers!

Age 11-16

Session

Day Date

Resin Obsession

10/110/22

Personalize It

Thu

10/2911/19

Time

Where

6-7pm

Community Center Rooms 230 & 232

Age Session

Day Date

Big Machines!

9/2410/29

1-5

Little Mess Makers

Thu

11/512/17

Time

Where

10-11am

Community Center Rooms 230 & 232

no class: 11/26

Video Game Design with AI by Overture AI | $250 Resident • $260 Non-Resident

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Students design and build their own playable video games from the ground up — inventing characters, worlds, music, and gameplay using kid-safe AI tools and Overture's game-design platform. Along the way they learn how AI really works and how to use it responsibly, finishing with an original game they can share with friends and family.

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

9-13

Wed

10/28-12/16

4:30–5:30pm

Community Center Room 232

no class: 11/11 & 11/25

Intro to AI: Create Worlds with Hands-on AI Literacy & Safety Students bring their own characters, stories, and worlds to life using kidsafe AI tools, guided every step by Overture's AI-safety-certified teachers.

Each session blends writing, reading, and critical thinking with hands-on creation and interactive games like our own "Real or AI?" Kids learn what AI actually is and how to use it responsibly, and walk away with a portfolio of images, comics, videos, songs, and 3D models they're proud to show off.

This class starts with paper and pencil to keep the creative juices flowing!

Class is run by Overtureai.org

Age Session 7-11

Early Fall Late Fall

Day Wed

Date 9/23-10/28 11/4-12/16

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Time

Where

Fee

4:305:30pm

Community Center Room 230 & 232

$250 Res • $260 NR

no class: 11/11 & 11/25

$210 Res • $220 NR

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Youth Programs Robotics w/LHS Parity Bits Robotics Team $195 Resident • $205 Non-Resident Is your child interested in robotics and coding? Learn about the engineering process and how robots work through building your own with The Parity Bits, Lexington High School’s all-girls robotics team! Throughout this program, your child will prototype, build, code, and learn about robotics through hands-on exploration.

Kids Test Kitchen $260 Resident • $270 Non-Resident 14

Each class presents students with an opportunity to explore new or familiar foods in their raw, unmanipulated state. Then, working as a team, we’ll slice, dice, peel, measure, and cook until we’ve prepared the finished dish.

During this in-person session we’ll celebrate ingredients that will offer ideas for quick and healthy dishes for the family to enjoy together. At the end of class your aspiring chef will receive the main ingredient, or a sample of the finished dish, and the recipe. Each session arrives with fresh new recipes and ideas to inspire your healthy eater!

Kids have food allergies, but they shouldn’t miss out on the fun. We know allergies and can work around them, making sure that everyone is having fun and staying safe.

Eligibility Requirements: • Must be able to maintain a safe body, use equipment safely and understand basic safety instructions • Must be able to independently follow 1 step directions

Age Session Day Date Time Early Fall 8-12

Sat Late Fall

9/1910/24 11/712/19

10:3011:30am

no class: 11/28

INCLUSION SUPPORT

Where Community Center Room 119 Community Center Room 221

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

7-11

Sat

10/1011/14

9-10:30am

Community Center Room 237

Seniorgraphed: Capturing Stories One at a Time Do you have topics you are passionate about? Have you ever wanted to share your stories and experiences with others? Have you lived through any notable historical events? We invite you to join us for a casual one-to-one interview about your life. This interview will be conducted by a local Lexington High School student in a comfortable and private environment.

This interview will be audio recorded, and with your permission, the written transcript will be published on our website. You also have the option to take home the audio recording as a keepsake to look back on!

Although the word “interview” may seem intimidating, our goal is not to discover the most thrilling stories ever but instead to capture the diverse experiences of the community around us. We hope you join in this event as a way to prevent stories from being forgotten.

Age

Session

Day

Date Time

Timeslot #1 60+

Timeslot #2 Timeslot #3 Timeslot #4

Fri

11/6

12:30pm 34:30pm

Where Community Center Room 230

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

Youth Programs

Dungeons & Dragons Adventures (New/Returning Players) $275 Resident • $285 Non-Resident Dungeons & Dragons: Ithreach Adventures (Fall) Become a hero and embark on an adventure in Dungeons & Dragons, the world’s oldest and best roleplaying game!

Written entirely in-house by Roll Models, our adventures are set in the land of Ithreach and contain encounters and scenarios that are more than just combat, emphasizing storytelling and role-play, ensuring that all players have the opportunity to learn what parts of D&D they enjoy most!

New Players: Mind, Body and Soul.

In the town of Faundale, the mood is celebratory as a brand new river bridge nears completion, promising great prosperity to the town. However, strange activities at night reveal the town is in danger from creatures lurking in a nearby ruin. As heroes, you are hired to investigate and ensure the town is safe.

Returning Students: Song of the Tide.

A cryptic plea for help sends our heroes to the fishing village of Hakesmouth, where a missing boy seems to be tied to the evil history and foul worship of the Age Session Day Date Time Where mysterious Black New Players, Early Fall 4-6pm Stone the heroes first 9/24-10/22 Returning Players, Early Fall 6:30-8:30pm encountered in the Thu Community Center Room 242 Season One adventure 9-16 New Players, Late Fall 4-6pm So Much To Do. 10/29-12/3 Returning Players, Late Fall

6:30-8:30pm

no class: 11/26

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Youth Programs

Chess Classes | $205 Resident • $215 Non-Resident

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Taught by Prathiba Gounder, an International Master (USCF with learning and playing time. It’s an 1:15min class with 2266) and the Director of Massachusetts Chess. The first a tournament every week. We have puzzles and a lesson class will be used to evaluate the skill level in the class and a at the beginning of the class and structured playtime at customized curriculum will be made to best suit the children in the end of the class. We take individual players games at the class. the tournament, analyze during the lesson and help them improve their game. We also give guidance on various Beginner: Chess is a fun and strategic game that can improve tournaments they can attend in the season. If you are a decision-making, strategic thinking, analytical skills, and more. regular tournament player who wants to take their chess to We will learn the names of pieces, how they move, basic tactics, next level, we highly recommend this class. openings, checkmates, and endgames. Classes include 3040 minutes of instruction with 20-30 minutes of supervised play.

Age Session Day Date Time Where Intermediate: Kids who are active players in Beginner Early Fall 9/22-10/27 5:15Tue tournaments or who are willing to participate in Beginner Late Fall 11/10-12/15 6:15pm tournaments can sign up for this class. This is a Community Intermediate Early Fall 9/22-10/27 6:30semicompetitive class and the class will be taught Tue 6-12 Center with more intermediate and advanced strategies Intermediate Late Fall 11/10-12/15 7:30pm Room 242 and focus on tournament playing skills. We will also Advanced Early Fall 9/25-10/23 5do a lot of puzzles and write notations so please Fri 6:15pm bring a pencil and a score book if you have one.

Advanced Late Fall 11/6-12/18 Advanced class: For Tournament players with no class: 11/27 an active USCF Rating! The class is structured

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INCLUSION SUPPORT

Follow us on social media @lexrecreation and visit our website lexingtonma.gov/recreation to stay up to date with program dates, times, and locations!

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

Youth Programs USCF Rated Chess Tournament $35 Resident/Non-Resident NEW Tournament Style of Play: • Each tournament you will gain points 1st (10), 2nd (5), 3rd (3).

• At tournament #5 and #10 the top 3 students with the most points will be awarded a gift card. If there is a tie the prize will be shared. All gift cards will be emailed.

• Trophies will still be given to the top 3 finishers of each tournament.

Start time: 10:00am Rounds: 4SS (Swiss System) Game: 30 delay 5 sec

Sections: You will be able to select this during the registration process.

Age Session

Unrated (no USCF ID required) • U400 • U800 • U1600 All players must have a valid US Chess Federation ID unless playing in unrated. You can obtain one at uschess.org Please make sure to bring the following: Chessboard • Pencil • Chess Clock • Snack, Lunch, and Water

Day Date Time

Tournament #1 5+

Tournament #2 Tournament #3

Where

9/26 Sat

Tournament #4

10/10 11/14

10am3pm

Community Center Dining Room

12/12

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Speed Puzzling - 500 Piece Puzzle | $30 Resident & Non-Resident The puzzle will be a surprise and every team that registers will be able to take the puzzle home.

Register your team of 4 to compete in one of the puzzles for the night. Enjoy a night out with friends, meet new puzzle enthusiasts or people new to the hobby.

We are partnering with Burlington Recreation and Winchester Recreation as they will be hosting puzzling events so you can explore different departments!

Do you think you can beat the world record for a team of 4 set at 7 minutes and 30 seconds by Sammy Brownlow, Mari Black, Emily Chandra, and Emma Pan? Age Session Day Date Time Where Want to know more about speed 9/29 Community Center Dining Room puzzling? Check out this Youtube 10/27 263 Main St, Winchester MA 01890 500 Piece video with a MA native who was in 8+ Tue 6-8:30pm Team of 4 the world championships!

11/17 61 Center St, Burlington MA 01803 12/15

Community Center Dining Room

basketball Winter Basketball Clinics | $195 Resident Come join us to practice and further your basketball skills. The clinics are an instructional program where you will focus on the basic skills of basketball with proper instruction on dribbling, shooting, passing, ball handling techniques, good sportsmanship and teamwork! You will also learn general principles of playing offense and defense, which will be taught and reinforced through instruction, drills, and scrimmages.

Please note, our 5th/6th Grade Clinics will focus on a 3v3 playing format.

Instruction is provided by Lexington Standout, college coach and facilitator of Pump it Up Basketball, Dan Holbrook and his team.

Participants will be assigned to teams Session Day Date Time Where and will receive a team jersey.

Volunteer coaches are needed to help Girls 1st & 2nd Grade Clinic 8-9:15am Fiske Gym reinforce skills being taught by the instructors, to substitute participants Boys 1st & 2nd Grade Clinic 8-9:15am Estabrook Gym during scrimmages, and to help with Girls 3rd & 4th Grade Clinic 9:30-10:45am Fiske Gym general group management. Please Sat 12/5-2/27 indicate in the Q&A section if you are Boys 3rd & 4th Grade Clinic 9:30-10:45am Estabrook Gym available to volunteer or email LPerry@ lexingtonma.gov.

Girls 5th & 6th Grade Clinic 11am-12:15pm Fiske Gym

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Boys 5th & 6th Grade Clinic

11am-12:15pm

Estabrook Gym

no class: 12/26, 1/2 & 2/20

Girls Basketball Player Development Program (PDP) Clinics The Player Development Program (PDP) provides an opportunity for girls to learn more about the game of basketball in a fun, welcoming, and positive environment. Join Coach Adrienne Mugar and other highly skilled coaches for an exciting 8-week clinic designed for girls in grades 1-5.

Rookies PDP Clinic - This introductory skills clinic for girls in 1st and 2nd grade focuses on building a strong foundation in basketball fundamentals while sparking excitement for the game. Players will learn basic skills and game concepts in a fun, supportive environment. Gradual introduction to small-sided games and scrimmages allows participants to practice and apply what they've learned in a fun and engaging way.

Playmakers PDP Clinic – Designed for girls in grades 3-5, this clinic builds on fundamental skills and introduces more complex concepts of the game. Players will continue developing their technique, decision-making, and court awareness through dynamic drills and small-sided games. The focus is on deepening basketball knowledge, enhancing individual and team play, and fostering confidence in competitive situations.

Coach Adrienne is a former professional basketball player, Boston University Women's Grades Day Basketball captain, and current LHS Girls 1-2 Tue Varsity Basketball Assistant Coach. She has been coaching youth basketball clinics, 3-5 Wed camps, and teams for over 17 years.

Date

Time

9/15-11/3

5:30-6:30pm

9/16-11/4

5:30-6:45pm

Where Fiske Gym

Fee $136 Res • $146 NR $165 Res • $175 NR

basketball Smart Start Basketball | $125 Resident Come join Coach Fred on the court and develop your basketball skills! This entry level basketball program is designed for youth in grades K-1. Please note, a parent/caregiver will need to be present for each participant for the duration of the program to assist with skills/drills as needed.

Viking Basketball Clinic $185 Resident • $195 Non-Resident

Come out to play pick-up basketball this fall. Bring sneakers and a water bottle, and tell your friends and neighbors.

Viking's youth basketball clinics introduce players to the basic skills of dribbling, passing and shooting during the first half of the class, followed by a fun scrimmage during the second half; age adjusted rules and lower hoops are used as necessary.

Emphasis is on fun and learning. Each class will try to focus on different aspects of game play, building players toward complete understanding of repetition and overlap with drills is expected to give all players adequate practice with basketball. Please bring a basketball and water bottle to each class. All players receive a Viking Sports T-shirt!

Program Eligibility Requirements: • participants must have the desire to participate in sessions and have an interest in basketball • participants must be able to follow familiar one to two step directions

Age Day

Age

Day

5-7

Fri

Grades Day Wed

K-1

Date

Time

Where

1/6-3/3

5:30-6:15pm

Estabrook Gym

no class: 2/17

Pick-Up Basketball $135 Resident • $145 Non-Resident

Mon 18+

Date

Time

Where

9/14-12/14

6-8pm

Hastings Gym

Wed

9/16-12/16

Fri

9/18-12/11

6-8pm 8-10pm 6-8pm

Diamond Gym Hastings Gym

7-9

Fri

Date

Time

9/11-10/16

4-4:45pm

10/30-12/11

Estabrook Gym

9/11-10/16

5-5:45pm

10/30-12/11

no class: 9/21, 10/12, 11/11, 11/25, & 11/27

Where

no class: 11/27

Pump It Up Basketball $195 Resident • $205 Non-Resident Under the direction of Lexington standout and college coach Dan Holbrook and former Bentley University standout and professional player Dan O’Keefe, Pump It Up Basketball is designed for children ages 6-12 who want to learn, improve, and have fun. Whether your child is picking up a basketball for the first time or preparing for team tryouts, players of all skill levels are welcome! Our program combines engaging drills, structured scrimmages, and competitive games to help players develop fundamental skills while building confidence on the court.

Each child receives personalized instruction and feedback throughout every session, ensuring they continue to improve while having a great experience.

Program Eligibility Requirements: • participants must have the desire to participate in sessions and have an interest in basketball • participants must be able to follow familiar one to two step directions

Age Session

Day

Date

Tue

9/15-10/13

Thu

9/17-10/15

Session 1 6-12 Tue

11/3-12/1

Thu

11/5-12/10

Session 2

Time

Where

4:15-5:15pm 5:15-6:15pm 4:15-5:15pm 5:15-6:15pm 4:15-5:15pm 5:15-6:15pm 4:15-5:15pm 5:15-6:15pm

no class: 11/26

Estabrook Gym

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Tennis & Pickleball Youth Tennis Lessons Led by instructor Barry Ndinya, the Fall Youth Tennis Lessons are designed to introduce children ages 6 to 14 to the lifelong sport of tennis. The participants will learn the basic rules of the game, work on stroke development and serves (when appropriate) through drills and games. Lessons are held at the Gallagher Tennis Courts, located at the Center Recreation Complex. Enrollment is limited to 10 per class and participants must bring a tennis racquet.

Age

Day Date

6-7

Tue

9/15-10/13

Tue

9/15-10/13

5:25-5:55pm

Thu

9/17-10/15

4-4:30pm

10-11

Thu

9/17-10/15

4:35-5:05pm

12-14

Thu

9/17-10/15

5:10-5:55pm

8-9

Time

Fee

Where

4:15-4:45pm 4:50-5:20pm

$125 Res $135 NR

Gallagher Tennis Courts

$140 Res $150 NR

Adult Tennis Lessons | $150 Resident • $160 Non-Resident 20

Lessons are designed to give all players, regardless of ability, the opportunity to learn new skills and/or improve existing ones. Each session will include 6 lessons. The Tuesday evening lessons will be led by ChewHoong Koh. Participants must bring a tennis racquet.

Age

Session

Day

Date

Time

Beginner 18+

Where

6-7pm

Advanced Beginner

Tue

9/15-11/3

Intermediate

7-8pm

Gallagher Tennis Courts

8-9pm no class: 9/29 & 10/20

Introduction to Pickleball Workshops | $50 Resident Discover Pickleball in our Intro to Pickleball Workshops! In just two hours, learn the basic rules, a few fundamental strokes, serving, and returning. The goal is to prepare you to join beginner players with confidence and embark on an exciting pickleball journey.

This program is designed for players who are completely new to the sport. If you are already playing pickleball and are looking to improve your game, you should check out the other pickleball Age Day Date Time Where classes that are offered. Wear good court shoes, bring water, and eye protection if you have them. Equipment and paddles will be provided.

18+

Sat

10/3

2-4pm

Clarke Courts

Tennis & Pickleball

Pickleball | $125 Resident Try out the fastest growing sport in the U.S.! Similar to table tennis, badminton, and tennis, it is a fun, active game that can be mastered by anyone. We will be offering separate sessions for Beginners (Mondays) and Advanced Beginners (Tuesdays) at the Diamond Middle School. Be sure to also check out our new Drop-In Pickleball program for Intermediate (Fridays) and Advanced (Thursdays) players (program title: Pickleball - Drop-In). Equipment will be provided and all levels of experience are welcomed.

Instruction on the various strokes, serving, and overall game play will be provided during the Beginner session. There will be no instruction during the Advanced Beginner session as the format for this session will be open play. PK Shiu is a PPR-Certified Pickleball Coach and will be facilitating the program on Monday nights. PK has been coaching players from beginners to 3.5 level in individual and small group settings. He is always looking to introduce more people to play Pickleball, to improve their physical and mental health and make new friends.

Due to the popularity of these programs, participants must only register for one session during the season.

Be sure to sign-up for the appropriate level class: Age Session Day Date Time Where • Beginner - anyone who hasn’t played before, USAPA level 1.0-2.0 6-7:30pm • Advanced Beginner - USAPA level 2.5-3.0; 9/14Beginner Mon • Intermediate - USAPA level 3.25+; 12/14 7:30-9pm Diamond • Advanced - USAPA level 3.75+).

18+ Gym 6-7:30pm Advanced 9/15For more information, go to: Tue Beginner 12/1 www.usapa.org/player-skill-rating-definitions 7:30-9pm

Drop-In Pickleball $10 Resident

new

no class: 9/21 & 10/12

New this Fall - Drop-in Pickleball will be offered on Thursday and Friday nights at the Diamond Middle School! Thursday nights will be for Advanced players (USAPA level 3.75+) and Friday nights will be for Intermediate players (USAPA level 3.25+).

Participants will be able to reserve their spot and pay the $10.00 nightly fee two weeks in advance. Drop-in sessions will be offered from 6:00-9:00pm and participants can stay for as much of the 3-hour block as they would like. Spots are available on a first come, first served basis and each nightly session will have a maximum of up to 30 participants, so be sure to register as soon as each night becomes available in MyRec! Age Session Day Date Time Where There will be no instruction during the Intermediate and Advanced drop-in sessions. Be sure to sign-up for the Advanced Thu 9/17-12/10 18+ 6-9pm Diamond Gym appropriate level class (Intermediate - USAPA level 3.25+; Intermediate Fri 9/18-12/11 Advanced - USAPA level 3.75+). For more information, go to www.usapa.org/player-skill-rating-definitions. no class: 11/26 & 11/27

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Human Services Programs Make Your Own Pocket Hugs | Free Pocket Hugs Crochet Program Join the Lexington Human Services Department and Lexington resident Stephanie Hsu for a special crochet program in recognition of Suicide Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Stephanie is a Lexington resident, parent, and community member who enjoys bringing people together through meaningful activities. She will guide participants in creating “pocket hugs” — small crocheted hearts that can be carried or shared as a simple reminder that someone cares.

These handmade hearts are a small gesture of kindness and connection, offering comfort, encouragement, and a reminder that people are valued and supported.

This program is open to all ages and all skill levels. Whether you are an experienced crocheter or picking up a crochet hook for the first time, everyone is welcome. Come connect with neighbors, learn something new, and create something meaningful for our community.

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Age Day Date Time

Where

13+

Community Center Room 230 & 232

Tue

9/29

6-7pm

Free Little Art Gallery (F.L.A.G.) Craft Day Free

QPR - Question, Persuade, Refer Suicide Prevention | Free

Inspired by the Free Little Library, the Free Little Art Gallery (F.L.A.G.) is a place to share creativity. Leave a piece of art, take a piece of art! Join Penny and Juanica for a fun, artsy afternoon as we help stock our gallery with unique creations. Artists of all abilities are welcome!

September is Suicide Awareness Month You can help save a life. Learn how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and what to do. Join us for Q.P.R./ Question Persuade Refer. QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) is an evidence-based suicide prevention training program designed to teach everyday people how to recognize the warning signs of a mental health crisis and intervene effectively. Similar to CPR for medical emergencies, QPR acts as a mental health emergency intervention. Training led by Penny Hogan, LCSW.

Age Day

Date Time

Where

60+

10/15

Community Center Room 230 & 232

Thu

2-3:30pm

INCLUSION SUPPORT

Age Day

Date Time

Where

18+

9/17

Community Center Virtual Classroom #1

Thu

2-3:30pm

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

Human Services Programs Suicide Prevention for Communities | Free Lexington Human Services is partnering with Riverside Trauma Center to present a 2 two presentation in honor of Suicide Prevention Month.

Everyone can help prevent suicide. Suicide prevention isn’t just about responding to those who are struggling or who we’re concerned about. It’s about empowering entire communities to know how to help someone at risk and providing them with the tools to recognize warning signs and take action.

Developed by the creators of SOS Signs of Suicide, a trusted evidence-based suicide prevention program, Suicide Prevention for Communities is a facilitator-led training that uses video and interactive discussions to help adults build the confidence and skills to talk openly and effectively about suicide.

This adult training is designed to engage diverse audiences and is applicable across a range of personal and professional

OWLL FALL 2026 Courses $35 Resident • $50 Non-Resident Notable Supreme Court Cases of 2026, with retired judge Douglas Wilkins; on Zoom. For 8 of the court’s 2026 decisions, we will read summaries of the court’s own language, view PowerPoint presentations and ask this: Did the court’s majority stay within its judicial lane in each case, or did it jump existing guardrails? The first session (Sept 9) will be in person at the Community Center; Judge Wilkins will recount his own experience arguing before the Supreme Court. The next 4 sessions will be on Zoom. 5 Wednesdays, 10:00–12:00, Sept 9, 16, 23, 30, Oct 7.

Frankenstein, by Mary Shelley, with Cammy Thomas; in person. Two hundred years ago, a young woman wrote a terrifying story about a scientist creating and animating a creature made of body parts and then abandoning his creation. Come discuss Mary Shelley’s novel Frankenstein and what it says about science, psychology, and community.

5 Thursdays, 1:00–2:30, Sept 24, Oct 1, 8, 15, 22.Please purchase 1831 edition of Frankenstein for this course.

Age Session

60+

roles. The content emphasizes that anyone can play a role in supporting someone who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts. It also highlights the effectiveness of restricting access to lethal means and provides information on local and national mental health resources.

Key Learnings: • A general understanding of suicide and why safe language is important • How to recognize warning signs and risk factors for suicide • How to use the ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) framework when someone is struggling with thoughts of suicide • Ways to keep a person safe while connecting them to qualified resources

Age Day Date

Time

Where

18+

6-8pm

Community Center Room 237

Mon

9/28

Today’s Humanitarian Emergencies: The World’s Wars Continue, with Robert Rotberg; on Zoom. This course will cover the seemingly never-ending wars of the world and the humanitarian emergencies that flow from them: Iran, Ukraine, Gaza, West Bank, Lebanon, Sudan, Sahel, Somalia, Congo, Myanmar, Haiti (maybe others). 5 Wednesdays, 11:00–12:30, Oct 14, 21, Nov 11, 18, 25.

Gustav Mahler: A Life of Music Amid Tragedy and Triumph, with Dotty Burstein; in person. The course will examine the life, career, and music of Gustav Mahler. 5 Tuesdays, 10:00–12:00, Nov 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec 1.

Midsummer at Midwinter: Love, Jealousy, Madness, and Moonlight in Shakespeare’s Play, with Elizabeth Kenney; in person. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is known as a hilariously funny examination of different kinds of love at different social levels. But even at his most comic, Shakespeare views love as complex and nuanced, and he explores the fragile relationships among love, violence, desire, possession—and magic. 5 Thursdays, 10:00–12:00, Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3, 10. Please purchase Folgers edition of the play and bring it to class.

Day

Date

Time

Where

Midsummer at Midwinter: Love, Jealousy, Madness & Moonlight in Shakespeare's Play

Thu

11/5-12/10

10am-12pm

Community Center Room 242

Notable Supreme Court Cases of 2026

Wed

9/9-10/07

10am-12pm

Zoom

Frankenstein by Mary Shelley

Thu

9/24-10/22

1-2:30pm

Community Center Room 242

Gustav Mahler: A Life of Music Amid Tragedy and Triumph

Tue

11/3-12/1

10am-12pm

Community Center Room 242

Today's Humanitarian Emergencies

Wed

10/14-11/25

11am-12:30pm

Zoom

no class: 11/26

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Therapeutic Recreation

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Adaptive Combined Martial Arts $120 Resident • $130 Non-Resident

Adaptive Tennis Lessons $175 Resident • $185 Non-Resident

This program is led by Charlie Crayton, a 6th-degree black belt with 30 years of experience. Class is a specialized group program designed to introduce children and adults with disabilities to the exciting world of martial arts. By blending techniques from various styles, such as Karate, Taekwondo, Jiu-Jitsu, and Boxing, the program offers a fun, engaging, and accessible experience that can be adapted to the needs of the group.

Eligibility Requirements: • Ability to understand and follow 1 - 2 step directions • Consistently demonstrate the ability to maintain a safe body and safe experience for others

Adaptive Tennis Lessons are designed to make the game of tennis accessible, fun, and successful for participants of all abilities. Lessons focus on developing fundamental tennis skills such as grip, swing, footwork, serving, and rallying, while emphasizing coordination, balance, and confidence. Instruction is adapted to meet individual needs through modified equipment, flexible rules, and individualized pacing. Participants will engage in skillbuilding drills and cooperative games that encourage physical activity, social interaction, and enjoyment of the sport in a supportive and inclusive environment

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

Age

6-11

Thu

10/22-11/19

5-5:45pm

6-11

22-99

Wed

10/28-11/18

6-6:45pm

Community Center Room 006

12-17

Day

Date

Wed

9/9-10/14

Time 5:15-6pm 6-7pm

Where Gallagher Tennis Courts

LexGo | $250 Resident LexGo! is a community based, leisure education program for Lexington teens, ages 13-17, who identify with having a disability. Participants will engage in peer connection, learn about positive recreation, and experience unique access to local activities. Sessions will include a variety of opportunities, such as riding the Lexpress, going to a sensory friendly movie, and fostering relationships with "penpals".

Eligibility Requirements: • Ability to follow 2 step directions • Ability to independently attend to their personal care needs • Ability to maintain a safe body • A desire to participate in group activities Please note, 1:1 staff are not provided in this program.

• A desire to try new experiences • Ability to manage personal belongings • Ability to stay with the group and follow basic rules and safety instructions

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

9-12

Wed

10/21-12/30

6-8pm

Community Center Rooms 230 & 232

no class: 11/11 & 11/25

Community Events

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Adult Programs Early Morning Drop-In Gym $150 Resident • $180 Non-Resident Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

18+

Mon, Wed, & Fri

9/2-8/30/27

6:15-7:15am

LHS Field House

No program on holidays and school vacation weeks

Golf Clinic $265 Resident • $275 Non-Resident

Badminton $135 Resident • $145 Non-Resident

Under the direction of PGA Golf Professional Joe McKinney, participants will have the opportunity to learn new golf skills and practice previously learned skills. Elements of golf that will be covered include driving, irons and wedges, putting, rules of play, and golf course etiquette. Participants are encouraged to bring their own golf clubs as a limited number of rental clubs are available. Space is limited, so register early!

Grab your badminton racquets, sign-up with a friend or two, and come join us at the Estabrook School gym for badminton this fall. No instruction is provided.

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Age Day 18+

Date

Mon

9/14-12/14

Thu

9/17-12/10

Time

Where

7-9pm

Estabrook Gym

Age Day Date

Time

Where

18+

5-6pm

Pine Meadows Golf Club

Mon

9/14-10/19

no class: 9/21 & 10/12

no class: 9/21, 10/12, & 11/26

Early Morning Boot Camp (All Levels) This popular full-body exercise program is for all ages and levels of fitness. Beginners, and anyone looking to restart their fitness routine, are welcome. Join us for this fun, energetic, community-based course that blends upper and lower body weight exercise as Age Day Date Time Fee Where well as cardiovascular activities.

Coach Lori Becker and her staff from Tue 9/8-10/27 6-7am $110 Res • $120 Non-Res CrossFit Exclamation (CFE) Fitness Burlington lead this welcoming Thu 9/10-10/29 6-7am $110 Res • $120 Non-Res Lincoln 2 program. All levels of ability are welcome to participate as this is a Tue & Thu 9/8-10/29 6-7am $205 Res • $215 Non-Res beginner-friendly class! Participants 18+ • 11/3-11/12: Tue 11/3-12/15 6-7am $85 Res • $95 Non-Res should bring a jump rope, exercise Lincoln 2 mat, and two 5-10 lb. hand weights.

Thu

11/5-12/17

6-7am

$85 Res • $95 Non-Res

Tue & Thu

11/3-12/17

6-7am

$155 Res• $165 Non-Res

• 11/17-12/17: LHS Field House

no class: 11/26

@lexrecreation

Follow us on social media @lexrecreation and visit our website lexingtonma.gov/recreation to stay up to date with program dates, times, and locations!

Adult Programs

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Volleyball | $135 Resident • $145 Non-Resident Come to the Estabrook School gym to play volleyball this fall. Be sure to tell your friends and neighbors. No instruction is provided.

Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Register early!

English Conversation & Skills Group for Adults $120 Resident • $130 Non-Resident Learning English can be challenging—but it can also be enjoyable and rewarding. Join us for a welcoming and interactive way to build your English skills in a supportive environment. Meet with other adults in your community over Zoom one evening each week. Together, we’ll expand vocabulary, strengthen grammar, and practice everyday conversations to help you feel more confident using English.

Whether you’re new to the language or looking to improve your skills, this group offers a comfortable space to learn, connect, and grow. Students need a notebook.

Age Day Date

Time

Where

18+

7-9pm

Estabrook Gym

Fri

9/18-12/11

no class: 11/27

About the Instructor: Dina Dworetsky has spent over 20 years teaching in a local school system and 15 years tutoring students both online and in person. She enjoys helping people build confidence in their English skills and feel comfortable using the language in everyday life. "Creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment is very important to me, and I look forward to working together

Age Session 18+

Early Fall Late Fall

Day Date Tue

9/15-10/20 10/27-12/15

Time

Where

6:30-7:30pm

Zoom

no class: 11/3 & 11/24

INCLUSION SUPPORT

Inclusion services are provided for individuals of all ages and abilities who may have a disability, medical condition or life challenge and would like to participate in Recreation programs/events. When requesting services, 1:1 staff are not guaranteed and are dependent on staff availability. For more information contact Kate DeAngelis, CTRS, kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov. Fall Inclusion Requests are due September 1st.

Adult Fitness Classes Active Agers with Carolyn Gregoire $90 Resident • $100 Non-Resident In this class we will have fun while increasing our strength, bone health, balance, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. While listening to music, we will combine elements of muscle conditioning, functional movement for everyday activities, and intervals of cardio along with Yoga and Pilates postures. Correct form is stressed, and there is a focus on activating the proper muscles for each exercise. We will be doing some exercises standing and some while on the floor, and will incorporate weights and other forms of resistance. The end of each class will include stretching and relaxation. Carolyn has been a group fitness instructor for 20 years and a Personal trainer for over 12 years. You may recognize her from the Boston Sports Club in Lexington.

Age

Day Date

Time

18+

Wed

12:15-1:10pm Community Center Room 006 & Zoom

9/16-11/25

Where no class: 11/11

Mat Pilates with Carolyn Gregoire $90 Resident • $100 Non-Resident 28

Pilates focuses on our core, which is everything from mid-thigh to shoulders, front and back, not just “abs”. This class will typically start with a few standing exercises that use core muscles and balance, then the majority of the class will be done on mats (please bring your own). We will include optional light weights, small balls, and resistance bands to add an element of muscle conditioning while also focusing on lengthening and stretching our whole bodies. Proper form and awareness of working muscles is Age Day Date Time Where stressed. Please note, this class will include work on your backs, sides, face 18+ Mon 9/14-11/23 12:05pm-1:00pm Community Center Room 006 & Zoom down and hands and knees. Class will be taught in person and zoom by no class: 10/12 Carolyn Gregoire.

Forever Fit - funded by the Dana Home Foundation No Registration Fee Being out of shape can mean different things at different ages. As we age, muscle loss accelerates. We begin to notice that “we can’t do what we used to do” easily. Difficulty bending, walking upstairs, carrying groceries, weight gain, overall fatigue, or just slowing down are some of the signs that may indicate the need to build muscle and incorporate heart healthy exercises into our daily life. The Forever Fit Program will teach you how to develop strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and agility, build up endurance and reduce stress. There are three components to this program: individual assessments with the instructor, group instruction 2 times a week, and when necessary, personal training sessions offered by our fitness expert, Carolyn Gregoire.

Interested in learning more? Please pre-register for the informational session on September 14 at 1:30pm in room 006 at the Lexington Community Center. If you decide this is the right fit for you, classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays at 1:20pm through December.

Age Day Date Time Where *Preference will be given to Lexington Residents; non-residents may register if space allows.

60+ Mon 9/14 1:30-2:30pm Community Center Room 006

@lexrecreation

Follow us on social media @lexrecreation and visit our website lexingtonma.gov/recreation to stay up to date with program dates, times, and locations!

Adult Fitness Classes Cardio-dance with Joanna | $150 Resident • $160 Non-Resident Joanna Katz has extensive training as a dancer and has taught and choreographed for several area schools, universities and companies. Cardio-dance with Joanna is a dynamic combination of jazz, salsa, merengue, stretching, hip-hop and modern dance styles designed to give you an exhilarating, high intensity workout. You will sweat, exercise your brain and allow energy to move more freely throughout your body. Joanna’s ultimate goal is for you to leave class feeling joyful and more connected to yourself and those around you. Some prior dance experience is helpful for this fast-paced class.

Age 18+

Day

Date

Time

Tue

9/22-11/24

7-8pm

Sat

9/19-11/21

10:15-11:10am

Where Community Center Room 006

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Daoyin Health Society - funded by the Dana Home Foundation

Daoyin, an ancient practice dating back 1200 years in China, combines meditation and stretching movements. Established in 2012, the Daoyin Health Society is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting health and well-being. Our courses have been warmly received by participants over the years. We encourage you to visit our website at www. daoyinhealthsociety.org for more information. Annie Liu and Hannah Li, highly experienced senior Daoyin coaches, will lead the upcoming classes and are eager to assist you on your wellness journey.

For our upcoming Daoyin education course, we have integrated the ancient Daoyin techniques with modern medical science, creating a unique program designed by Dr. Jing Liu, Ph.D., an esteemed integrative medical doctor in China.

Daoyin Meditation will include stretching exercises primarily focus on circular and spiral motions, aiming to improve energy, blood circulation, and overall physical function. Each class will bring you significant health benefits.

In addition, Dr. Jing Liu has developed a unique branch of Daoyin exercise - Brain Health Movement - and has been applying the exercise for seniors with certain brain/neurological disorders, including depression, anxiety and early stages of dementia and Parkinson’s disease, and shows potential benefits for their brain and neurological health, including cognition, balance, and psycho-emotional health as well as physical coordination.

Age 18+

Session

Day Date

Time

Daoyin Meditation Teaching Program with Annie

Fri

9/18-11/20

11:15am-12:15pm

Daoyin Brain Health Movement with Hannah

Sat

9/19-11/21

9:10am-10:05am

Where Community Center Room 006 & Zoom

Adult Fitness Classes Fit & Fabulous with Maureen Gaines $72 Resident • $82 Non-Resident This class is a dynamic and total body workout! All major muscles will be targeted. Beginning with a generous warm up, you will perform exercises that involve strength, cardio endurance, balance and flexibility. Free weights, resistance bands, chairs and pilates balls are used to enhance exercises.

Workouts include a good stretch too. You will finish your workout feeling fit and fabulous and have FUN in the process! Bring water bottles, wear loose, comfortable clothes and sturdy shoes (no sandals or Crocs please).

ACSM certified Personal trainer Maureen Gaines will lead in person and by zoom.

Age Day Date 18+

Mon

9/28-11/23

Thu

10/1-11/19

Time

Where

9:45-10:40am Community Center Room 006 & Zoom no class: 10/12

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Stretch and Bend with Maureen Gaines | $0 Resident • $10 Non-Resident This class includes a short dynamic movement warm up to get you ready for your day's activities or your next fitness class. Positions for stretches will be standing and seated, We will also explore a variety of breathing techniques to enhance our balance work as well as improve physical and mental well-being. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing and bring a water bottle. Instructor: Age Day Date Time Where Maureen Gaines in person.

Mon 9/28-11/23 This program is supported by a grant 18+ 9-9:30am Community Center Room 006 & Zoom from the Dana Home Foundation.

Thu

no class: 10/12

Gentle Mindful Yoga This gentle yoga class is designed for beginners and anyone looking to release stress, move with ease, and reconnect with their body. Through slow, guided movement and mindful breathing, you will learn to: release tension, improve flexibility, calm the mind,feel more grounded. No prior yoga experience is needed for this alllevels class taught by Chiuling Campo, in both Mandarin and English.

Age Day Date Time

new

Where

Fee

Wed

9/1611/4

9:4510:45am

Community Center Room 242

$72 Res $82 NR

Sat

9/1911/21

12:30pm1:25pm

Community Center Room 006

$90 Res $100 NR

18+

10/1-11/19

@lexrecreation

Chair Yoga with Chiuling $72 Resident • $82 Non-Resident

new

This gentle chair yoga class is designed for older adults and beginners; no prior yoga experience is required. Using a sturdy chair for support, you'll improve flexibility, strength, balance, posture, and mobility through gentle movements and breathing exercises. Each class ends with relaxation to help reduce stress and leave you feeling refreshed. All exercises can be modified, making this class suitable for a wide range of abilities.

Age

Day

Date

Time

Where

18+

Wed

9/1611/4

2:453:40pm

Community Center Room 006

Follow us on social media @lexrecreation and visit our website lexingtonma.gov/recreation to stay up to date with program dates, times, and locations!

Adult Fitness Classes OsteofitnessTM with Beverley Ikier and Kerri Powers | $400 Resident $410 Non-Resident Osteofitness™: Evidence-Based Strength for Your Bones, Balance, and Independence Osteofitness™ isn't just another exercise class — it's a research-backed, holistic program designed specifically to prevent and treat osteoporosis. Built on decades of data, including the groundbreaking work of Dr. Miriam Nelson ("Strong Women Stay Young"), Osteofitness™ follows the proven formula: strength training at least twice per week is essential to increase bone mineral density and reduce fracture risk. Anything less simply doesn't produce the physiological changes your bones need.

Why It Works: • Strength training twice weekly has been shown in clinical studies to significantly improve bone density, especially in vulnerable sites like the hips, spine, and wrists — the most common locations for osteoporotic fractures.

• Regular drills improve balance and coordination, key to fall prevention, which is critical since one fracture can lead to long-term loss of independence or even increase mortality risk.

• Guided by certified trainers with expertise in aging and bone health, participants build strength safely with jointfriendly movements adapted for all fitness levels.

What You'll Get: • Progressive exercises tailored to stimulate bone growth and improve muscle strength, balance, and posture • Integrated education on nutrition for bone building • Stress management techniques, essential for lowering cortisol (a hormone that can actively inhibit bone formation)

• Personalized support, including: • A free 20-minute consultation to review your bone scan • Email coaching throughout the session • Bone-healthy monthly recipes and educational newsletters • Access to exclusive instructional videos and bonus materials Led by: Beverley Ikier, CPT, BCTMB — developer of the Osteofitness™ method with over 20 years of experience, trained under Dr. Miriam Nelson. Kerri Powers, owner of Fitness Together Lexington, bringing deep knowledge and hands-on coaching to every session Program Format: Osteofitness™ is only available as a 12-week program, 24 classes, with an addition of two videos. This structure reflects our commitment to your long-term health and outcomes because meaningful change requires consistency.

Age Day

Date

Time

Where

18+

9/16-11/25

10-10:55am

Community Center Room 006 & Zoom

Wed & Fri

no class: 11/11

Total Fitness with Judy Whitney $81 Resident • $91 Non-Resident Aerobic routines paired with upbeat music make up the first 30 minutes of this class.Exercises for agility, muscle conditioning, balance and stretching complete the hour. This workout is challenging yet safe and easily modified for all fitness levels. A choreographer and Personal Trainer for over 25 years, Judy selects exercises from varied disciplines including dance, Yoga and Pilates to attain the best all-around workout.

Class will be taught in person with the option to zoom.

Age Day

Date

Time

Where

18+

9/21-11/23

2:45-3:40pm

Community Center Room 006

Mon

World Dance Workout with Farheen $90 Resident • $100 Non-Resident Join us for a World Dance Workout where every beat takes you to a new country! From the fiery rhythms of Latin America to the vibrant beats of Bollywood and the energetic vibes of Afro-Caribbean grooves — this is not just a workout, it’s a global celebration! No passport needed — just bring your energy and your smile! All levels welcome – let’s move, sweat, and travel through dance!

Age Day

Date

Time

Where

18+

9/16-11/25

11:10am-12:05pm

Community Center Room 006

Wed

no class: 11/11

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Adult Fitness Classes SHiNE LIGHT $81 Resident • $91 Non-Resident SHiNE LIGHT is a branch of SHiNE Dance Fitness which specializes in low impact and simplified choreography with a focus on stability and safe ranges of motion. SHiNE LIGHT brings original routines to life using hit music and choreography for all-abilities.

Rooted in jazz, ballet and hip-hop, this workout gives you a creative outlet to escape from daily stress. Each class includes the perfect balance of cardio and toning to ensure you receive a full-body workout with real results. SHiNE LIGHT is a moodlifting experience that leaves you feeling capable, confident, and connected to a supportive community. This is an in person class, taught by Julie Steinkrauss-Fuhrer.

Age Day Date 18+

Fri

Time

Where

9/18-11/20 8:45-9:40am

Community Center Room 006

no class: 10/9

Pilates & Barre with Ellen Gaies $99 Resident • $109 Non-Resident

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Join this fun and challenging workout that includes Pilates/Barre exercises to strengthen your abdominal “core” muscles, improve your balance, flexibility, and posture. Light weights will also be used to increase muscular strength. Modifications will be provided for all levels of experience and any physical concerns. There are weights and Pilates balls provided in the studio, but you should bring your own resistance/therapy bands and a yoga mat. Ellen Gaies is a certified instructor with over 30 years of teaching fitness classes including Pilates, Barre, Muscle Conditioning, Zumba and Ballet.

Age Day

Date

18+

9/15-11/24 9:45-10:40am

Tue

Time

Where Community Center Room 006 & Zoom

SHiNE Dance Fitness SHiNE Dance Fitness™ brings original routines to life using hit music and choreography for all-abilities. Rooted in jazz, ballet, and hip-hop, this workout gives you a creative outlet to escape from daily stress. Each class includes the perfect balance of high cardio and toning to ensure you receive a full-body workout with real results. SHiNE is a mood-lifting experience that leaves you feeling capable, confident, and connected to a supportive community. This is an in person class, taught by Kristin Dean.

Age Day Date 18+

Time

Where

Mon

9/14-11/23

5:45-6:40pm

Wed

9/16-11/18

4:40-5:35pm

Community Center Room 006

no class: 10/12 & 11/11

Fee $100 Res • $110 Non-Res $90 Res • $100 Non-Res

Adult Fitness Classes Seated Strength & Balance with Pearl Pressman

This seated class is designed to accommodate individuals of various fitness levels and abilities and can be adapted to meet the particular needs of any of the participants.

The class begins with a thorough warm-up for both the joints and the muscles. The warm-up is followed by strength training for all the major muscle groups of the body using hand weights (or household objects) and body weight, as well as a few minutes of standing balance exercises for those who are able. The class concludes with gentle stretching exercises to increase flexibility and reduce muscle tension. Instructor: Pearl Pressman conducted in person with option to zoom.

Age Day 18+

Date

Tue

9/15-11/24

Thu

9/17-11/19

Time

Where

Fee

11-11:55am

Community Center Room 006 & Zoom

$99 Res • $109 Non-Res $90 Res • $100 Non-Res

Strength Training with Pearl Pressman

This 55-minute class will help you build a stronger, more sculpted body, improve posture and balance and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. You will also learn proper weight-training techniques, which is key to success. The class begins with a brief warm-up, followed by strength training exercises for all the major muscle groups of the body, both standing, seated and on the floor, and concludes with gentle stretching exercises to increase flexibility and reduce muscle tension. The class is designed to accommodate participants of all Age Day Date Time Where Fee fitness levels and abilities. A chair, athletic shoes, hand weights, Tue 9/15-11/24 12pm-12:55pm $99 Res • $109 Non-Res Community an exercise mat, and water are 18+ 12pm-12:55pm Center Room recommended. Instructor: Pearl 006 & Zoom $90 Res • $100 Non-Res Thu 9/17-11/19 Pressman conducted via Zoom 1:15pm-2:10pm and In Person.

Line Dance with Paul | $99 Resident • $109 Non-Resident Line dancing is great fun while you improve memory skills, strengthen bones, develop better balance, relieve stress, and put a smile on your face. Each dance is broken down first, demonstrated and then Age Day Date Time Where danced to contemporary music that you will enjoy! No need to have a partner, it is something 18+ Tue 9/15-11/24 1:10-2:05pm Community Center Room 006 for everyone and no experience is necessary!

UPLIFT | $90 Resident • $100 Non-Resident SHiNE Dance Fitness™ has cracked the code to create a strength-training program that’s the perfect balance of being effective and HELLA FUN! UPLIFT™ is so much fun, it has the power to turn fitness LOATHERS into LOVERS. This is not a dance class, but each routine is choreographed to iconic music, and when safety isn’t compromised, you’re likely to find a bootyshake or shimmy. UPLIFT™ is a strength training program that builds muscles AND confidence.

UPLIFT classes start with a cardio warm-up and transition to standing routines with equipment, alternating between the upper and lower body. Participants strategically work each muscle group to ensure an effective workout. A balance track is included after the muscles have been fatigued which is challenging, rewarding, and a welcome change of pace before transitioning to the mat. The workout finishes Age Day Date Time Where with routines for the core, booty, abs, chest and triceps and a cool down with deep stretching.

18+ Wed 9/16-11/18 5:45-6:40pm Community Center Room 006 This UPLIFTING experience leaves participants feeling strong and confident. Taught in person no class: 11/11

by Kristin Dean.

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Adult Fitness Classes Wing Chun Kung Fu $135 Resident • $145 Non-Resident Come join our 90 minute class and learn a martial art that is realistic and effective in application and self-defense, but is easy to learn, safe, practical, and fun. Classes start with the basic Sil Nim Tau form, followed by Lat-Sao reflex training, drills, and application. Wing Chun Kung Fu is suitable for all people, regardless of age, physical ability, or previous experience, whether you've been doing martial arts your whole life or you're a beginner. Instructor: Sifu Ken Marden conducted in person.

Age Day

Date

Time

Where

18+

9/17-11/19

6-7:30pm

Community Center Room 006

Thu

no class: 10/1

Table Tennis for Adults with Lai Wa (Olivia) Lam $150 Resident • $160 Non-Resident 34

This program is designed for adults and seniors to learn table tennis skills and stay fit. Table tennis helps improve hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and balance.

Class starts with 10 minutes of warm-up, followed by practicing racket grips and basic strokes for 30 minutes. The class will end with single/double games.

Age Session Day Early Fall 18+ Late Fall

Date

Mon

9/14-10/26

Tue

9/15-10/20

Sat

9/19-10/24

Mon

11/2-12/14

Tue

11/3-12/8

Sat

11/7-12/19

Time

Where

10-11:30am

Community Center Ping Pong Room

no class: 10/12, 11/23 & 11/28

Adult Combined Martial Arts $185 Resident • $195 Non-Resident

Yoga with Keith Herndon $72 Resident • $82 Non-Resident

Combined Martial Arts Adults Classes offer a dynamic way for adults to improve their Physical fitness, learn basic skills through advanced self-defense, and enhance their mental wellbeing. Our classes will combine physical training with vital martial arts techniques and skills. You will have the opportunity to build self-confidence, discipline, and can be helpful with stress relief. Taught by Shihan Charles Crayton Jr: Chief Instructor of Combined Martial Arts Inc. since 1998.

Shihan Charles Crayton Jr is a 6th Degree Black belt with over 40 Years of experience in martial arts.

Join certified instructor Keith Herndon in this physically balancing workout of Yoga on Monday or Wednesday evenings from the comfort of your own home or in our studio.

Yoga is famous for harmonizing mind and body through stretching, breathing, deep relaxation, range of movement, and a calm inner focus. Participants should have a yoga mat and a water bottle. Instructor: Keith Herndon class will be Hybrid, you may join Keith in Room 006 or log in via Zoom.

Age Day Date 18+

Wed

Time

10/7-12/9

5:30-6:30pm

Where Community Center Room 242

no class: 11/11 & 11/25

Age Day 18+

Date

Mon

9/14-11/16

Wed

9/16-11/18

Time

Where

7-8:15pm

Community Center Room 006 & Zoom

no class: 10/12, 10/26, 10/28, & 11/11

Adult Fitness Classes Zumba with Li Deng | $90 Resident • $100 Non-Resident Get ready to dance, sweat, and have fun! This full-body dance fitness party combines easy-to-follow choreography with energizing Latin and international music to keep you moving from start to finish. This cardio-based workout will elevate your heart rate, improve your endurance, and leave you feeling strong, energized, and smiling. No dance experience is necessary—just bring your energy and be ready to have a great time!

Age Day 18+

Date

Time

Mon

9/14-11/23

11-11:55am

Thu

9/17-11/19

2:15-3:10pm

Where Community Center Room 006

no class: 10/12

Women's Self-Defense and Awareness Seminar | No Registration Fee

This seminar is designed to empower women with skills and knowledge to defend oneself. Participants will learn basic selfdefense techniques and will be taught strategies to help with awareness in various environments. This course is taught by Charles Crayton Jr, who is the chief instructor of Combined Martial Arts, INC. Charles is a self defense expert and is a national certified R.A.D instructor. This course will increase your confidence around your individual abilities, and help you stay safe.

Chief Instructor Charles Crayton, Jr. established Combined Martial Arts in 1998. He has thirty years experience as a law enforcement professional. As well, a 6th degree black belt with Sensei Clint Berry, Master Tabata and Master Age Day Date Time Where Lou Hopkins.

13+ Thu 10/8 5-8pm Community Center Room 139 This program is co-sponsored and offered free and subsidized by the Lexington Human Services Department no class: 11/11 in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Tai Chi with Constance | $144 Resident • $154 Non-Resident Tai Chi, often referred to as meditation-in-motion, is an ancient mind-body practice influenced by martial arts, traditional Chinese medicine, and Taoist philosophy. This weight-bearing exercise, appropriate for all ages and abilities, has multiple health benefits that include strengthening bones, improving balance, and managing stress.

Level I An introduction to the eight active ingredients of Tai Chi, the fundamental principles upon which Tai Chi is based. In addition, learn the basic elements of the Cheng Man Ching 37-posture form.

Level II Introduction and practice of longer segments of the Cheng Man Ching 37-posture form. Prerequisite: Level I or consent of instructor. Both levels may be taken together.

About the Instructor Constance Marina completed the teacher-training certification program in 2025 from the Tree of Life Tai Chi studio in Watertown, MA. The Tree of Life studio was founded by Dr. Peter Wayne, the director of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine, a collaboration between Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School. Constance has a PhD in Romance Languages and Literatures from Harvard University and has worked as an independent scholar and translator. She continues to study at the Tree of Life studio and at the Red Panda Institute in Watertown. Constance looks forward to sharing her love of Tai Chi and all of the health benefits its Age Session Day Date Time Where practice offers.

18+

Level 1 Level 2

Tue

9/15-12/1

2:15-3:05pm 3:15-4:05pm

Community Center Room 006

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Work at Lexington High School this fall focuses on preparing the site for construction

▶ Crews are finishing perimeter fencing and erosion controls now and will continue general site preparation through early November. ▶ Utility relocation work near Clarke/Park, along with relocation of the existing sanitary line, wraps up by early September. ▶ A geothermal well field will be installed to help heat and cool the new building. ▶ Site mobilization begins in late September, with drilling running from October through the end of the year and into February. ▶ Crews will place and monitor soil for settlement (a process called surcharging) starting in mid-September to prepare the ground for the new building's foundation. ▶ Two recreational areas are also being relocated to make room for construction: the skate park, including new drainage, a concrete slab, and parking, will be completed by early October, and the throwing cage will be relocated between August and mid-November. ▶ Ground improvement work using steel piles begins in late October.

Construction of the new building's foundation will begin in mid-December marking the shift from site preparation to building construction.

Stay up to date with the building project and get involved in the school design by visiting https://www.lhsproject.lexingtonma.org/