Register for all programs online at NISKAYUNA.ORG
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Visit us on the web at NISKAYUNA.ORG and on facebook at Niskayuna Recreation Department
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OFFICE OF COMMUNITY PROGRAMS For more information, contact Lori Peretti @ 386-4526 or Julie Lohre at 386-4504
** Save the Date ** 9th Annual Nisky Fall Fun Run Saturday, Sept. 16th @ Town Hall 5:00pm: 100 Yard Dash for Kids Immediately Followed By: 5K Race Followed By: 1 Mile Run/Walk Music ~ Food ~ Prizes & Fun for the whole family!
INSIDE T HIS ISSUE:
Spring Activities & Concerts
pg. 5-6
Pool/Swimming Programs
pg. 7-11
Summer Playground Program
pg. 12
Youth Activities & Camps
pg. 13-15
Fall Soccer - Youth & Pre-K Skills pg. 16 Adult Programs
Pg. 17
Parks & Facilities
pg. 18-20
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OFFICE OF COMMUNITY PROGRAMS For more information, contact Lori Peretti @ 386-4526 or Julie Lohre at 386-4504 TWO WAYS TO REGISTER
ON-LINE Register on-line at www.niskayuna.org, and click on the “online registration” link. All Major Credit or Debit cards are accepted. (Not all classes are available on-line. )
WALK IN (you must already have an account set up) Register in person at: Niskayuna Town Hall – 9am to 4pm We accept cash, check and all major credit cards.
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Niskayuna Program Refund Policy
Want to stay connected and keep informed of events and meetings that occur in the Town? Whenever news is posted to our Town website, you can receive a copy of the posting in your personal email box.
A full refund will be issued for any program with a note from a doctor indicating an individual cannot participate for medical reasons.
To join, go to www.niskayuna.org and click “email subscriber”.
A full refund less a $10.00 processing fee per registration will be issued for non-medical reasons. If registration is paid by check, the town will mail a refund check to the payee.
All the latest town news is just an email away!
** REMINDER ** The deadline for Fall Soccer Registration is August 1st
If registration is paid by credit card, the town will credit the account charged.
Registrations received after this date will be subject to a $20 per registration late fee
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Spring Activities and Special Events Spring Field Hockey
Red Cross Babysitting
(gr. 2-6)
(Ages 12 and up)
Monday/Thursday: 5:00pm - 6:00pm May 15 - June 15 (10 sessions) Fee: $125 Iroquois Middle School Fields Instructor: Bridget Daoist- NHS JV Field Hockey Coach
Saturday, May 13 9:00am -4:00pm Fee: $120 Niskayuna Town Hall What you need to know and what every parent wants in a safe and responsible babysitter! Care for children and infants; Make good decisions and solve problems; Keep the children you baby-sit and yourself safe; Handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses and household accidents and much more! Space is limited to 10, so register early!
An opportunity for all athletes interested in learning the skills, history and game of field hockey. During each session we will focus on skill development, strategies and field hockey drills and scrimmages.
Spring Bunny Parade For Children, 8 years & younger
Niska-Day Family Fun 1-mile Run
Friday, April 14, 2017 @ 10am
Niskayuna Town Hall (inside if it rains)
Children can have their picture taken with the bunny!! Small bag of candy will be given to each child.
Saturday, May 20 8:00am registration—8:30am race begins Van Antwerp School on Dexter Road No fee and ribbons to all children running . All are welcome!
YOUTH EMPLOYMENT SERVICE THIS IS A FREE, YEAR ROUND JOB MATCHING PROGRAM FOR TEENS For more information, contact Julie Lohre at 386-4504 or johre@niskayuna.org . Office hours vary but messages are checked regularly!
Teens, Do you want some extra cash???? Town of Niskayuna residents, ages 14-21, can register in several ways for this service, Contact us and we can email you an application or you can pick one up at Town Hall. Once completed:
Mail form to: Niskayuna Town Hall, Attn: Julie Lohre
Drop form off at Town Hall - 2nd Floor
Adults, Need part-time help???? Town of Niskayuna Residents needing help with housework, yard work, babysitting or animal care, should contact us. Local businesses are also welcome to contact the service looking for part-time staff. The Youth Employment Service has a growing database of reliable teenagers who are looking for part-time work.
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Bring a picnic & lawn chair to enjoy these free hour-long concerts with your neighbors and friends. Concerts begin promptly at 7:00 pm. Sponsors are Schenectady County, the Niskayuna Office of Community Programs and the Niskayuna Highway Department. Funding for this project made possible in part by a grant from the Schenectady County Legislature through its County Initiative Program.
MAY 25 - The Niskayuna Middle School Jazz Ensemble The Middle School music ensembles offer a fun and varied repertoire of swing, blues, Latin and popular music performed by 6th, 7th, and 8th graders at Iroquois and Van Antwerp Middle schools.
JUNE 1– A3 Jazz Standards, Blues, Ballads and an instrumental interpretation of some more contemporary tunes.
JUNE 7—The Bill Lawrence Trio Light jazz and popular classics – something for everyone!
JUNE 15—Diva and the Dirty Boys Return to the sizzle and swoon of the 60’s great rock and pop songs!
JUNE 22— Band of Gold A five piece band; playing popular music from the soundtrack of your life
JUNE 29—Loose Change An Acoustic/Rock band performing a wide range of musical styles from the 60’s through today.
JULY 6—The Tim Olsen Band A five-piece ensemble led by pianist and composer Tim Olsen, performing original compositions as well as classic works spanning a hundred years of jazz history.
JULY 13—The Art D’Echo Trio The Art D'echo Trio is a jazz piano trio enjoyed by listeners of all ages.
JULY 20—The Nisky Dixie Cats Family friendly, Dixieland style music for all ages
JULY 27—Joe’s Boys The good time rock’n pop sounds of one of the Capital District’s favorite bands have been capturing audiences form Albany to the Adirondacks since the last century.
AUGUST 3—Kitchen Jazz Featuring vocals and instrumentals from Cole Porter to Joni Mitchell.
AUGUST 10—Dadtet Performing classic jazz, be-bop, hard bop blues and New Orleans grooves. 6
Niskayuna Town Pool Pool Hours Regular Season: Saturday, June 17 to Sunday, August 6 Weekdays, 12:00 pm - 7:45 pm & Weekends, 11:00 am– 7:45 pm Late Season:
Monday, August 7 to Monday, September 4 (Labor Day) Weekdays, 12:00 pm - 6:45 pm & Weekends, 11:00 am – 7:00 pm
SEASON PASSES to the Niskayuna Town Pool are limited to Niskayuna Town & school district residents. Daily rates apply to Niskayuna Town Residents only. *This is the scheduled opening day. Please call 386-4526 after June 6 for actual opening date.
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Pool Fees
SEASON PASS RATES (Town Resident)
DAILY RATES (Town Residents only with photo id)
1 free guest pass with a purchase of a season pass Resident
Resident guest
Family, Same Household (April 1-30) ……… $225 *
Guest Fees
Family, Same Household (May 1st +) ……... $250
Adults
……… $7.00
$7.00
2 Adults, Same Household
……… $195
Children (< 2yrs)
……... Free
Free
1 Parent & 1 Child <13 yrs
……... $165
Children (2 yrs-12 yrs.) ……… $5.00
$5.00
1 Adult (13 yrs. and older)
……… $ 110 *
Seniors (65+)
$5.00
Child Care Provider
……... Free
$50 *
* School District Residents will pay a $75 surcharge per purchased Season Pass
Pool Parties may be scheduled by Niskayuna town residents. For details, the pool at 381-6384 after opening day *******************************************************************************************
Registration
Season passes for the pool can be purchased online, by mail or in person at Town Hall (see Registration Instructions on application on the following page). If registering by mail or in-person, please use the Pool Registration Form and be sure to circle names of those purchasing passes. Please note that registration and payment for season passes can only be accepted at Town Hall, not at the Pool or Community Center. Resident guest passes and Pay-As-You-Go passes may be purchased at the pool on the day of your visit. Please bring a photo ID (e.g. drivers license, student ID) so that we may verify your status as a Town resident. Any guests must be accompanied by a Town resident. 7
Niskayuna Town Pool 2017 Season Pool Pass Application Form Last Name: __________________ First Name-1st Adult: ______________ 2nd Adult: ________________ Address: _________________________________________________ Home Phone :________________ City: _________________________Cell Phone: __________________Work Phone: _________________ Primary Email Address:*_________________________________________________________________ FAMILY MEMBER’S: Name: ___________________________________ Age (as of 6/15/17): _________ M
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Name: ___________________________________ Age (as of 6/15/17): _________ M
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Name: ___________________________________ Age (as of 6/15/17): _________ M
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Name: ___________________________________ Age (as of 6/15/17): _________ M
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CHILD CARE PROVIDER*: (additional $50 fee) Name: ___________________________________ Age (as of 6/15/17): _________ M
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YES, I have our 2016 Season Pass cards and just need a current year sticker. Residency will be verified using 2017 property tax rolls. If you are not a Town of Niskayuna property owner, you must provide proof of residency. Don’t forget to include payment!
Season Pool Pass
Fee
Family, (Town Resident) April 1-30
$225
Family, (Town Resident) May 1 on
$250
2 Adults, same household (Town resident)
$195
1 Parent & 1 Child <13 yrs. (Town resident)
$165
1 Adult– 13yrs. & older (Town resident)
$110
Childcare Provider
$50
* School District Residents only will pay a $75 surcharge per purchased Season Pass
Mail to: Niskayuna Town Hall, c/o Lori Peretti, One Niskayuna Circle, Niskayuna, NY 12309 INDICATE METHOD OF PAYMENT:
MASTER CARD
VISA
CHECK # __________
(check payable to: Town of Niskayuna, $35 fee for returned checks) Credit Card #:_________________________________________________________________________ Expiration Date: ________ CVV #: _______ Name as written on card: ___________________________ Signature of card holder: ________________________________________________________________
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SWIMMING & DIVING INSTRUCTION
(2 WEEKS SESSIONS)
Swim instruction & Water Adjustment for children who will be 5 yrs. by 12/1/17. Lessons will be held at the Niskayuna Town Pool on Aqueduct Rd. There will be three, 2-week sessions. Sessions will be 30 minutes in length. Lessons are not cancelled, nor made up for inclement weather. Instructors will use that lesson for safety procedures. Registration procedure: When registering online, please sign up for your desired time slot. There will be a place to list your child’s approximate level (Water Adjustment – Level 7), however swimmers will be assessed during the first class and be placed in an appropriate level that matches the skills they demonstrate. Some lesson groups may have swimmers with varying levels, but they will be assessed on their individual level. The maximum number of swim lesson students for each time slot is listed. Fee: $75/Session Session I:
Monday, June 26 – Friday, July 7 (*Lessons WILL BE held 7/4) 9:30 am – 28 swimmers max 10:00 am – 22 swimmers max 10:30 am – 28 swimmers max 11:00 am – 28 swimmers max
Session II:
Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 21 9:30 am – 28 swimmers max 10:30 am – 22 swimmers max
10:00 am – 28 swimmers max 11:00 am – 28 swimmers max
Session III:
Monday, July 24 – Friday, August 4 9:30 am – 28 swimmers max 10:30 am – 28 swimmers max
10:00 am – 22 swimmers max 11:00 am – 28 swimmers max
Description of Levels Water Adjustment: Child is ready if he/she agrees to sit on the side of the pool and go in the water with the instructor. Need to separate from parent. Level 1 (Water Exploration): Child is ready if he/she will separate from parent, can sit on the side, put face in the water, can reach for a ring on the steps. Level 2 (Primary Skills): Child is ready if he/she enters the water independently, submerge face for 3 seconds, bob up and down in chest level water, can do a supported kick on front and back. Level 3 (Stroke Readiness): Child is ready if he/she can retrieve dive sticks in chest deep water, float unsupported on back, flutter kick on front/back, and turn over from front to back. Level 4 ** (Stroke Development): Child is ready if he/she can retrieve objects from the bottom with no support, jump into deep water from side of pool, coordinate arm stroke for front crawl with breathing to the side, coordinate back crawl, can do elementary back stroke. Level 5 **(Stroke Refinement): Child is ready if he/she can demonstrate deep water bobbing, do Rotary Breathing in chest-deep water, dive from side of pool from standing positions, swim 10 yards of elementary back-stroke, and breast stroke. DIVING INSTRUCTION: Divers must be able to swim the length of the pool and be willing to dive off the diving board to be eligible. Basic front and back dives off of the diving board will be taught and practiced. All classes will be 30 minutes in length and class size is limited to no more than 7. Fee: $75/Session Session I: Monday, June 26 – Friday, July 7 -10:00 am – 7 max students (*Lessons WILL BE held 7/4) Session II:
Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 21 -10:30 am – 7 max students
Session III:
Monday, July 24– Friday, August 4-10:00 am – 7 max students 9
Swim & Dive Team 2017 NISKAYUNA TOWN POOL SWIM TEAM & DIVE TEAM Niskayuna Wild Turkeys June 12 – August 5, 2016
The Niskayuna Wild Turkeys Swim and Dive Team is for youth with basic swimming and/or diving skills. The teams compete in the Suburban Council League. Meets are held on Tuesday or Thursday evenings beginning in late June and continue through the end of July. The season concludes with the Suburban League Championships.
RETURNING members register at: https://secure.rec1.com/NY/town-of-niskayuna/catalog NEW members must try-out for the team. Swimmers must be able to swim the length of the pool and divers are required to have front and back dives in order to be eligible for the team. Try-outs for new members and early season practices start MONDAY, June 12 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Swimmers and divers not qualified for the team will have their registration fee returned. They may want to take advantage of diving and swim instruction offered by the swimming program. Evening practice will run Mon-Thurs; June 12-21; 6:00-7:30pm and regular swim and dive practices begin the morning of Thursday, June 22, and will be held each Monday thru Friday until the end of the season. Practices will run from 7:30 am until about 9:30 am. Specific practice times for age groups will be determined after registration is complete. Parental commitments, meet schedules, and volunteer opportunities will be discussed at Parent Meeting on June 13, at 6:30. We depend on parents to provide assistance at each swim meet and with team activities. Therefore, team participation requires parental commitment. Please contact team parent coordinator Denise Murphy McGraw with any questions – 339-4535. Swim & Dive Team Fee:
$120/child for Niskayuna residents and $150/child for Niskayuna school district residents who don’t live in the town of Niskayuna.
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Swim & Dive Team Cont. Parents are needed to officiate at meets. If interested, please attend the following Suburban League Officials’ Clinics: DIVING CLINIC: Wednesday, June 14, at 6:00 PM, Ballston Spa HS SWIM OFFICIALS CLINIC: Monday June 19 at 6:00 PM, Ballston Spa HS If interested in Officials’ Clinic(s), contact Denise Murphy McGraw @ 339-4535 For more information, contact parent coordinator Denise Murphy McGraw @ 339-4535 MANDATORY Parent Information Meeting Tuesday, June 13 6:30 pm
Niskayuna Swim & Dive Team Registration Form Summer 2017 Swim Team (new member)
Swim Team (returning member)
Dive Team (new member)
Dive Team (returning member)
Swimmer’s Name ______________________________________________ Age ________ Date of Birth ______________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________________ Town
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Mother’s Name ___________________________________Father’s Name____________________________________________ Day Phone _____________________Eve Phone __________________ Cell Phone(s) (REQUIRED)____________________________ Email Address (REQUIRED):____________________________________________________________________________________ Any Medical Problems?:_____________________________________Emergency Contact:________________________________ Name
Telephone
In case of medical emergency, it is understood that every effort will be made to contact parents, guardians or above listed person. In the event parent, guardian or emergency contact cannot be reached, permission is given to the hospital to perform proper treatment for patient. Further, I understand there is inherent danger in all physical activities and that individual health and accident insurance is the responsibility of the individual. The undersigned does waive and release all claims for damages which he/she might have against the Town of Niskayuna and its employees for all injuries incurred as a result of participation in Town Recreation Programs.
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Summer Playground Program SUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM (5 weeks) JULY 3rd - AUGUST 4th Fee: $45/week for one child Location
Ages Served
Drop-off
Pick-up
AVON CREST
Entering Pre-K to 7th
9:00am
12:00pm
BLATNICK PARK
Entering Grades 4th –7th
9:00am
12:00pm
HILLSIDE “JUNIOR”
Entering Pre-K to 2nd
9:00am
12:00pm
RIVER ROAD
Entering Pre-K to 3rd
9:00am
12:00pm
HILLSIDE “SENIOR”
Entering Grades 3rd to 7th
9:00am
12:00pm
(Formerly V.A.)
DUE TO RENOVATIONS BEING DONE AT VA THIS SUMMER , BOTH CAMPS (PRE K-2nd & 3rd -7th ) WILL BE AT HILLSIDE SCHOOL.
Activities include sports, games, arts and crafts & nature study. Playground activities are open to any Niskayuna Town/School district youngster entering pre-k (turning 4 yrs. old by 12/1/17) through entering 7th grade.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION ALL CHILDREN MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED. Complete applications must be received before child attends camp. ●ON-LINE REGISTRATIONS will be accepted until the TUESDAY @ 4:00 pm prior to the first day of each week of camp ●IN PERSON REGISTRATION @ Town Hall will be accepted until the WEDNESDAY @ 4:00 pm prior to the first day of each week of camp. Sorry...No registrations can be accepted after WEDNESDAY @ 4:00 pm due to staffing and health department requirements.
OTHER INFORMATION: ● All children participating must be completely toilet trained. ● Campers must wear sneakers or shoes that close (no sandals or crocs allowed). ● Parents should apply sunscreen prior to camp. ● Please label all belongings. All campers should bring a labeled snack and water bottle each day. ● If it is determined that your child is not ready to attend camp this year, we will contact you and work out a refund or credit for future recreation programming. **Please note that Department of Health guidelines prohibit staff from administering medication to campers and a written doctors not MUST accompany all prescriptions a child brings to camp.
C.I.T. Training Program Grades 8 and above on Page 12 12
Youth Activities Amazing Athletes
(Gr. entering K – 3rd)
Monday-Friday; 9:00am - 11:00am August 21-25 Fee: $75 (includes t-shirt) River Road Park Fields Instructor: Jessica Perrott, Owner of Amazing Athletes
A developmental sports and fitness program that teaches children the basic fundamentals and mechanics of 9 different sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball. The program incorporates exercises for gross motor development, hand-eye coordination, cardio-vascular fitness, speed and agility and stretching and muscle tone. The sports will be divided up throughout the week so the children are able to learn and practice the basic fundamentals of each.
Coach Bianchi Baseball Camp (5-8 yrs.)
Baseball Fields @ Blatnick Park Monday-Thursday; 8:30-10:00am July 3-6 Fee: $70 Instructor: Chris Bianchi, NHS Varsity Baseball Coach
Designed for the younger baseball player. Hitting, fielding and base running skills will be covered. Each camp day will end in a game.
Coach Bianchi Baseball Camp (7-10 yrs)
Baseball Fields @ Blatnick Park Monday-Thursday; 8:30-10:00am July 10-13 Fee: $70 Instructor: Chris Bianchi, NHS Varsity Baseball Coach
Hitting, fielding and base running skills will be covered. Each camp day will end in a game.
Coach Bianchi Baseball Camp (9-12 yrs.)
Baseball Fields @ Blatnick Park Monday-Thursday; 8:00-10:00am July 17-20 Fee: $70 Instructor: Chris Bianchi, NHS Varsity Baseball Coach
This camp will review all basic skills & provide in depth coaching and drill work for position play.
Coach Bianchi Sandlot League
CIT Training Program Summer
Session 1: JULY 10-28 July 10-14 (Town Hall/camp) and July 17-21 & July 24-28 (at Camp of your choice); 9am-12pm Session 2: JULY 17-AUG 4 July 17-21 (Town Hall/camp) July 24-28 & July 31—Aug 4 (at Camp of your choice); 9am-12pm Fee: $125 per session (pick one ONLY)
Each 3-week session will include time spent in group training at Niskayuna Town Hall, onsite training at the individual camp locations (River Road, Blatnick, Hillside, Van Antwerp, or Avon Crest), Red Cross First Aid Training and Certification and outdoor leadership experiences with fellow CIT’s. The goals of our program are to: *Learn and practice the skills needed to become successful counselors * Learn about child development and group dynamics * Gain leadership and activity planning skills * Have fun! SPACE IS LIMITED TO 24 PER SESSION
KidzArt – Club Scientific (ages 6-12) Mon - Fri; 9:00am - 4:00pm June 26-30 $245 (includes all materials) River Road Park Pavilion Make no bones about it; this camp is for the aspiring "Young Physician". Campers will learn that their bodies are miles of blood vessels, hundreds of muscles, many thousands of hairs, a furnace, a filter, and a fancy computer! Explore the structures and physiology of the amazing human body. Career opportunities are discussed as campers meet a real nursing professional (depending on availability). Each camper will receive a stethoscope and certificate at the end of the week. Your Young Physician will really have a pulse on the human body with this camp!
Bundy Soccer Camp (Ages 5-12) SESSION 1
Monday-Friday; 2:30pm - 4:30pm June 26-30
Baseball Fields @ Blatnick Park
SESSION 2
$40 per session
Instructor: Chris Bianchi, NHS Varsity Baseball Coach
#1-S
7-12 yrs.
July 3-6
10:15-11:45am
#2-S
7-12 yrs.
July 10-13
10:15-11:45am
#3-S
7-12 yrs.
July 17-20
10:15-11:45am
(Gr. 8 and up)
Monday-Friday; 2:30pm - 5:00pm July 3-7 (no camp on July 4th)
Niskayuna Soccer Complex $95 per camper per session Instructors: Bryce Colby - NHS Girls Varsity Coach and Camp
This camp will run for 4 days per session for , 1 ½ hrs. per day. This Director; David Bundy, Jessica Stanton, Vitas and Mattias Caroselcamp is offered for the baseball athlete who loves to play the game. la and others. The campers will be encouraged to run their own games, call outs, and A soccer camp for players of all kinds. Campers should bring an appropriate settle disputes. Give the kids a break and let them see how it was in the size ball, shin guards, and water to camp. good old days! Coaches will pitch.
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Youth Activities Flag Football Camp
Youth Golf Lessons
(Gr. 4th - 8th)
Monday-Thursday; 10:30am - 12:30pm
MONDAYS; May 1, 8, 15 & 22 (6/5as a rain date) EARLY SESSION- 4:00-4:45pm
June 26-29 (Friday will be a rain date) VA School Fields
LATE SESSION- 5:00-5:45pm
$65 per player Instructor: Matt Flynn
Campers will learn the core skills of passing & catching. Various modified versions of football will be played including ultimate and flag football. This camp will develop skills and play games in a positive and fun -filled environment. & is for all skill levels
Girls Field Hockey
(Gr. K-12)
Monday-Thursday; July 10-13 Grades K-3 ~ 8:00am - 10:00am camp will be an introduction to the skills and knowledge of field hockey. Players will learn the basics and will practice through individual lessons, group drills and small game situations. If a player is interested in playing goalie, we will have a goalie coach there to teach.
Grades 4-8 ~ 10:00am - 12:00pm camp is open to new field hockey players and players that plan on trying out for modified in the fall. Players will review the basics of field hockey and perfect the skills they come to camp with. Camp will include drills and a variety of competitive games. Girls interested in playing goalie will have equipment provided along with a goalie coach.
camp is open to new field hockey players and players planning on trying out for JV and Varsity in the fall. We will focus on more advanced skills and apply our skills into numerous small and large field games. Goalies are welcome to attend and we will provide equipment and a goalie coach.
LATE SESSION- 5:00-5:45pm Fee: $100 per participant per session
Each session will include all the basic fundamentals of the golf swing, short-game skills, and golf range/course etiquette. Each session is tailored to the students that participate, and individual skill development is at a premium. If your student is already versed in the basics, this is a great chance to get some individualized instruction while regularly using the golf range to prepare for the upcoming season. Each session is a fun, judgement-free introduction and education of the game of golf. 3 sessions are held at the Niskayuna Driving Range @ River Rd., 1 session will be held at Schenectady Municipal lower putting green (short-game, date TBA) ***Clubs are provided for all levels of play, if student does not have their own. Each session is limited to 16 per class so register early.
Grades 9-12 ~ 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Wrestling Camp (ages 6-13)
$135 per player Craig School Fields Instructors: Alison Camarota, NHS Varsity Field Hockey Coach & graduated seniors (field players) Ali Frary (field player), Emily King ( goalie) & Carrie Hanks (US National Field Hockey Team member).
Animals, Animals, Animals
TUESDAYS; May 2, 9, 16 & 23 (June 6 as a rain date) EARLY SESSION- 4:00-4:45pm
Instructor: Ben Smith, Niskayuna Golf
(Ages 8-16)
(Gr. K-3)
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - noon July 10-14 Niskayuna High School Wrestling Gym $60
Instructor: Shaun Neely - NHS Varsity Wrestling Coach This camp will be FUN and will be a mix of instruction, live wrestling, and games. It's ideal for beginners through intermediate. Members of the NHS varsity team will be assisting.
Mon-Fri; July 10-14
Cross Country Running
TBD
TBD Fee: $110 Instructor: Pam Ober
June 19 - July 20 Fee: $30 Instructor: Anna Spiers
If you're planning on running this summer, why do it alone? This is a program designed to bring students together to get some miles in for base training over the summer. Novices through experienced athletes welcome. Strength training, team building and fun emphasized outside of distance running. *Please remember to bring a water bottle
Animal-lovers unite! Let’s get together and learn all we can about insects, amphibians, and reptiles. Campers will enjoy animal-themed games, crafts, and other activities. Adam Bornt from Uncharted Wild LLC will join us every day with his amazing collection of live animals! Limited to 24 students.
Gym Games Camp
(grades 7-12)
Mon/Wed/Thurs; 10:00am - 11:30am
Fencing—Youth
(Grades K-3)
(ages 8-16 yrs.)
Sabre Camp - Monday - Friday; 4:30-6:00pm ~ July 10-14
Mon-Thurs; 8:00am - 10:00am June 26-29 VA School Gym $ 75 per session Instructor: Matt Flynn
Foil Camp—Monday - Friday; 4:30-6:00pm ~ July 31—August 4
Camp will include a variety of games and activities such as tag games, base games (kickball) and many others geared toward improving locomotor skills and have fun playing games with friends.
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$70/per session (includes equipment)
Niskayuna Community Center Instructors: Mark Dolata and James McClymonds, Equipment will be provide for this class.
Youth Activities Co-ed Lacrosse Camp
Youth Tennis Lessons
(Gr. K-2)
Niskayuna Community Center Fields & Pavilion
Monday-Friday; 9:00am - noon August 14-18 Fee: $70 Instructors: Bob Testa & Jason Bach
(Gr. 3-6)
Niskayuna Community Center Fields & Pavilion Monday-Friday; 9:00am - 3:00pm August 14-18 Instructor: Jason Bach
Campers will be working on skills and drills in the morning, break for lunch and enjoy a 1-hour swim in the Niskayuna Town Pool (weather permitting) and then return to the field for small games. All campers are required to bring a stick, goggles , and a mouth guard.
(Gr. 3-6)
Monday-Friday; 9:00am - 3:00pm $150 Instructor: Bob Testa
$80/per session
July 6-31
Instructor: John Eaton
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts Monday/Thursday evenings; 7:15pm - 8:15pm July 6-31 $112/per session Instructor: John Eaton
Focus will be on refining proper mechanics, footwork and develop strategy for both singles and doubles. Players should have their own racquets.
Limited to 20 per session.
KidzArt - Mixed Media Art
(Gr K-6)
(ages 4-6)
Mon - Fri; 1:00pm - 5:00pm
SESSION 1 Mon-Fri; June 26-30
July 10-14
9:00am - 12:00pm
$155 (includes all materials)
Niskayuna HD Room D262
River Road Park Pavilion Join KidzArt on a week long adventure exploring mixed media arts and a variety of dramatic genres. Artists will have an opportunity to experiment and create with fun new mediums both 2D and 3D. Work with fabric, paint, metal, foam and a variety of other materials. Watch your child's inner artist emerge. Class is limited to 12 students
SESSION 2
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts Monday/Thursday evenings; 6:15pm - 7:00pm
This program will be structured to introduce new players to tennis and prepare those who already can play for advancement.
August 14-18
Campers will be working on skills and drills in the morning, break for lunch and enjoy a 1-hour swim in the Niskayuna Town Pool (weather permitting) and then return to the field for small games. All campers are required to bring a stick, helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves and a mouth guard.
Niskayuna Community Center Fields & Pavilion
Hogwarts Summer Camp
July 6-31
This program will introduce the basic skills of tennis Players are asked to bring their own racquet but one will be provided if needed. Limited to 20 per session. **************************************************** AGES 13-17
$150
Boys Lacrosse Camp
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts Monday/Thursday evenings; 5:15pm - 6:00pm
AGES 9-12
Campers will focus on skill development, team work and short field games. Boy campers need a stick, helmet, gloves and a mouth guard. Girl campers need a stick, goggles and mouth guard.
Girls Lacrosse Camp
(ages 5-12)
AGES 5-8
Mon-Fri; Aug 7-11 9:00am - 12:00pm Rosendale School
$ 110 per student per session Instructor: Pam Ober
KidzArt - Mixed Media Art
Love the world created in J.K. Rowlings’ Harry Potter series? Then Hogwarts Camp is for you! Witches and wizards of all ages will make wands, concoct potions, construct snitches, create magical creatures, and play a variety of games including Defeat the Dementors, Bertie Bott’s Beans Bingo, Whomping Willow, Basilisk Tag, Transfiguration, and, of course, Quidditch! Hogwarts Camp is for long-time fans as well as children just discovering the magic of Harry Potter. Although our focus will be on Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, we will talk about the other books (no spoilers, promise). Only fun excerpts will be shared in class. Please inform instructor if your child has any food restrictions. Also, please keep snacks peanut-free.
Limited to 24 students per session
15
(ages 7-12)
Mon - Fri; 1:00pm - 5:00pm July 10-14 $175 (includes all materials) River Road Park Pavilion Join KidzArt on a week long adventure exploring mixed media arts and a variety of dramatic genres. Artists will have an opportunity to experiment and create with fun new mediums both 2D and 3D. Work with fabric, paint, metal, foam and a variety of other materials. Watch your child's inner artist emerge. Class is limited to 25 students
Youth Fall Soccer League
Registration opens on June 1st
for K - 8th grade Saturdays, September 9th – October 28th Games will be played on Saturday mornings and are held at the Niskayuna Soccer Park on Zenner rd. Game Times/Grades: (grade levels are not combined in the fall session) 8:30am – Middle School & 5th grade 9:30am – 3rd grade and 4th grade 10:30am – 1st grade and 2nd grade 11:30am – Kindergarten Fee: $50/player by August 1st Registration: All children who register before the deadline will be placed on a team. Please register by Tuesday, August 1st, either online or in person (you must already have a REC1 account created). Registrations received after August 1st must include a $20 late fee per registration. Players are required to wear shin guards, and are encouraged to bring water to each game and dress for the weather. Cleats, while helpful in soft ground, are not required
* Parent volunteers are needed. Please help us by coaching or assisting. If you are willing to help, please indicate on your registration or contact Julie Lohre at 386-4504. This program cannot run without our volunteers! Paid and volunteer soccer referees needed for Fall Soccer. Please email Julie Lohre by August 1st at jlohre@niskayuna.org If you are interested or have questions.
Youth Fall “Pre-K” Soccer ~ “Skills and Drills” for 4 yr. olds (as of 9/1/17)
Registration opens on June 1st
Saturdays, September 9th – October 28th
This program gives 4 yr. olds the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of soccer. The Niskayuna Soccer Club will work with kids to teach basic skills in a casual, fun environment. Space is limited so register early! Time:
9:30am or 10:30am (limit to 40 players per time slot)
Instructors:
The Niskayuna Soccer Club
Fee:
$45
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Adult Activities Adult Golf Instruction MONDAYS (4 sessions) 6:00-6:45pm: May 1, 8, 15 & 22 (June 5 as a rain date) TUESDAYS (4 sessions) 6:00-6:45pm: May 2, 9, 16 & 23 (June 6 as a rain date) Fee: $100 per participant Instructor: Ben Smith - NHS Golf Coach Each session will include all the basic fundamentals of the golf swing, short-game skills, and golf range/course etiquette. Each session is tailored to the students that participate, and individual skill development is at a premium. If the student is already versed in the basics, this is a great chance to get some individualized instruction while regularly using the golf range to prepare for the upcoming season. Each session is a fun, judgement-free introduction and education of the game of golf. 3 sessions are held at the Niskayuna Driving Range @ River Rd., 1 session will be held at Schenectady Municipal lower putting green (short-game, date TBA (Includes FOUR days of instruction and all range costs (rental/balls) -- weather-related make-ups will be scheduled) ***Clubs are provided for all levels of play, if student does not have their own.
Outdoor King & Queen of the Court 4’s Volleyball League (Team of 2 players: Gr 8-12 and/or 1 Adult + 1 junior player)
Thursdays; June 1 - July 20 (8 weeks). (In case of a rain out, there will not be a make up) 6:00pm - dusk @ Avon Crest Park $35 per person. A team of two players required for entry. Please list your partner on the entry form. League Directors: Tom Budka/Gary Christie Team: A team is made up of two players with at least one junior player. Adults welcome. Please always field a team even if it is one player. Subs welcome. This helps the ladder league run more smoothly and gets more people playing volleyball. 5 teams per net. If one team does not show then they will be moved down a net the following week. Format: King & Queen Format. You will play one set to 25pts with each team on your net. Each team will get 4 sets with 1 set off when all 5 teams are there. If only 4 teams show then each team will play 6 sets. Scores are recorded after each set. This is a ladder league. If you win your net then your team will move up a net level. If you lose your net then you will move down a level. No open hand tipping or redirected blocks. Indoor rules (hand passing on the 1st ball is okay). Weather: Please check the Facebook page Niskayuna Volleyball Opportunities before heading out. I will update the page by 5:15pm if volleyball is cancelled due to weather. If there is any lightning we will stop play for the night. We may play in light rain with no lightning. We will not make up any canceled nights. League is limited to 40 teams (80 people) so register early!
Adult Tai Chi (ages 18 and older)
Adult Tennis Lessons (ages 18+) Monday/Thursday evenings; 8:15pm-9:15pm
SUMMER SESSION - June 27 - August 29
July 6-31
FALL SESSION - Sept. 12 - Nov.14
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts
$160 per person
Instructor: John Eaton
(no class on Halloween, 10/31) Tuesday evenings Beginners - 6:15pm - 7:15pm & Intermediate - 7:30pm - 8:30pm Niskayuna Community Center (upper level) $65/per session
This program will introduce the basic skills of tennis. Players are asked to bring their own racquet but one will be provided if needed.
Instructor: Richard Chu
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PARKS & FACILITIES NISKAYUNA DRIVING RANGE
Operating hours: (weather permitting): Monday—11:00am - 6:30pm Tuesday-Friday - 11:00 am until 7:00 pm Saturday & Sunday - 10:00am - 7:00pm
Fees for buckets of balls: Small Bucket (about 50 balls) = $8.00 each Medium Bucket (about 75 balls) = $9.00 each Large Bucket (about 100 balls) = $10.00 each
The Niskayuna Driving Range is located in Blatnick Park on River Road in Niskayuna. Enter the park at the driveway nearest the golf ball sign. For more information, please call the Driving Range at 428-7652 or Lori Peretti at 386-4526.
NISKAYUNA DISC GOLF COURSE
“coming soon” holes 10-18!
Disc Golf is one of the fastest growing and is one of the best lifetime fitness sports. It is easy to learn, a healthy activity and accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels. 1st hole and score cards with map are located at the mail box just before the Driving Range in Blatnick Park. Have questions? Call Lori Peretti @ 386-4526
NISKAYUNA DOG PARK The Niskayuna Dog Park is located in Blatnick Park. It is open from dawn until dusk 7 days a week, year round and is limited to Niskayuna residents. Niskayuna dog park permits are required for all dogs who use the dog park, and may be purchased at the Town Clerk’s office at Niskayuna Town Hall for $30 per year/$15 per year for senior citizens. Owners must show proof of Niskayuna residency and dogs must be licensed and have proof of current rabies and distemper vaccinations. There is a septic system for waste. Owners must pick up after their pets! No waste containers or plastic bags allowed. Use reusable provided scoopers. For more information, please call the Town Clerk at 386-45210 “NEW” -Fee for Non-Niskayuna/Schenectady Co. residents—$100 18
PARKS & FACILITIES Continued Blatnick Park Located on River Road next to Recycling Center. Includes tennis courts, baseball fields, Dog Park, basketball courts, pond, picnic pavilion, and playground equipment. Restrooms available. Pavilion can be reserved by Niskayuna residents for groups of 20 or more. Daily Pavilion Rental Fee: $75 weekday/ $150 weekend and holiday
Avon Crest Park
Located in Avon Crest area on Westmoreland Drive. Includes tennis courts, basketball court, softball field, playground, pavilion, restrooms, and a large, open area. Daily Pavilion Rental Fee: $75 weekday /$150 weekend and holiday
Aqueduct Park
Located on Aqueduct Road east of Recreation Complex near intersection with Balltown Road. Includes Mohawk River access, boat launch for sculls and canoes, and picnic tables.
Lock 7 Park Located on Lock 7 Road off of Rosendale Road. Includes boat launch and picnic tables.
River Road Park
Located on River Road near intersection with Rosendale Road. Includes 3 softball fields, multi-purpose field, basketball court, pavilion, bathrooms, playground, and nature trail. Pavilion may be reserved by Niskayuna residents for groups of up to 200 persons. Daily Pavilion Rental Fee: $75 weekday/$150 weekend and holiday
Niskayuna Train Station Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Lions Park Located on Rosendale Road near Latham line. Includes picnic tables, entrance to bike path and beautiful view of the river.
Bike Path Entrance at the Train Station Park, Blatnick Park, and other locations.
Niskayuna Recreation Complex Located on Aqueduct Road. Includes Community Center, outdoor pool, lacrosse and football fields, large open area and pavilion. Pavilion may be reserved by Niskayuna residents for groups of up to 200 persons. Daily Pavilion Rental Fee: $75 weekday/$150 weekend and holiday
Fieldstone Park Fieldstone Park is 72 acres of wooded forest and wetland, with marked hiking trails throughout. The park is located in the Fieldstone Estates neighborhood
For more information on Parks or Pavilion rentals see the amenities list on the following page, check out our website at www.niskayuna.org or email - jlohre@niskayuna.org. 19
The Niskayuna Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Niskayuna Highway Department, and under the auspices of the Niskayuna Town Board, has a variety of pavilions available to individuals or groups for rental. Register online at www.niskayuna.org to reserve a park pavilion. If you do not already have an account with the Niskayuna/REC1 website, you will need to create one. Once on the REC1 website, click on "Facility Rentals" then click on the park you are interested in renting.
All parks are open from 1/2 hour after sunrise to 1/2 hour before sunset. Pavilions can only be rented by Town of Niskayuna residents. Park rules are conspicuously posted. Please pick up after your dog. Carry in-carry out trash policy must be followed. Individual residents who rent a pavilion may serve alcohol with proof of at least $500,000 worth of liability insurance on homeowner policy of renter. Groups who hire an outside vendor such as a caterer or entertainment must provide proof of at least $1,000,000 worth of liability insurance by the vendor. All state and local laws apply. All reservations require a refundable $200 security deposit in addition to the park reservation fee. Please select date carefully; reservation fee is non-refundable. An additional reservation fee will be charged if rental date is changed. Reservations for rental dates are available no more than 75 days before rental date. Email Julie Lohre with any addition questions not answered in this booklet or on the Town website at jlohre@niskayuna.org 20