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 , Julie Lohre at 386-4504 or Lisa Stevens @ 386-4523
** Save the Date ** 11th Annual Nisky Fall Fun Run Saturday, Sept. 14th @ 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. 7-10
Summer Playground Program
pg. 11
Youth Activities & Camps
pg. 12-14
Fall Soccer - Youth & Pre-K Skills pg. 15 Adult Programs
Pg. 16
Parks & Facilities
pg. 17-19
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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.
Subscribe to Niskayuna News & Announcements
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)
Monday/Thursday: 5:00pm - 6:00pm May 13 - June 13 (10 sessions) Fee: $125 Iroquois Middle School Fields Instructor: Bridget Daoist- NHS JV Field Hockey Coach 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.
(Ages 12 & up)
Wednesday, April 24th (Spring Break Week) 9:00am -4:30pm Fee: $100 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!
Niska-Day Family Fun 1-mile Run Saturday, May 19; 8:00am reg. - 8:30am race 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 30 - Fenimore Blues A seven piece band performing an eclectic mix of Blues, R&B. and Rock.
JUNE 6 - The Niskayuna M.S. Jazz Ensemble and Stage Band
The Middle School music ensembles offer a fun and varied repertoire of Swing, Blues, Latin and popular music performed by 6 th, 7th and 8th graders at Iroquois and Van Antwerp Middle Schools.
JUNE 13 - Grace Under Fire Grace Under Fire is a High-Powered Original Melodic Rock Group hailing from the capital region. They will be playing songs from their debut album, Age of Reason, as well as random fan-favorite cover songs.
JUNE 20 - The Bill Lawrence Trio Light Jazz and popular classics – Something for everyone!
JUNE 27 - Diva and the Dirty Boys Return to the Sizzle and Swoon of the 60’s great rock and pop songs!
JULY 11 - Thee Mr. E Band Thee Mr. E Band is a 4-member classic rock band playing music from the 60’s and 70’s. A group of seasoned musicians with a shared love of music and entertaining a crowd.
JULY 18 - Dadtet Performing classic jazz, be-bop, hard bop blues and New Orleans grooves.
JULY 25 - Band of Gold Band of Gold is a four piece band playing the greatest tunes of the 50’s 60’s and 70’s. From Elvis to the Eagles! Get ready for a musical journey with Band of Gold!
AUGUST 1 - Joe’s Boys The “good time rock’n’pop sounds of one of the Capital District’s favorite bands” have been capturing audiences from Albany to the Adirondacks since the last century!
AUGUST 8 - Loose Change An Acoustic / Rock band performing a wide range of musical styles from the 60’s through today!
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Niskayuna Town Pool Pool Hours Early Season:
Regular Season:
Saturday, June 15 to Sunday, June 23 Sat/Sun, 11:00 am - 7:45 pm Mon-Thurs 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm Fri, 2:00 pm - 7:45 pm Weekends, 11:00 am– 7:45 pm Monday, June 24 to Sunday, August 4 Weekdays, 12:00 pm - 7:45 pm & Weekends, 11:00 am– 7:45 pm
*** Please note: Pool will close at 3:30 for swim meets during June and July. Call ahead.
Late Season:
Monday, August 5 to Monday, September 2 (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 check our website 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 Season pass purchased during Resident
Resident guest
Family, Same Household (April 1-30) ……… $230*
Guest Fees
Family, Same Household (May 1st +) ……... $260
Adults
……… $8.00
$8.00
2 Adults, Same Household
……… $200
Children (< 2yrs)
……... Free
Free
1 Parent & 1 Child <13 yrs.
……... $170
Children (2 yrs-12 yrs.) ……… $5.00
$5.00
1 Adult (13 yrs. and older)
……… $ 120 *
Seniors (65+)
$5.00
Child Care Provider
……... Free
$60 *
* School District Residents will pay a $82 surcharge per purchased Season Pass
Pool Parties may be scheduled by Niskayuna town residents. For details or to book a party, call 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. Only Children <2 yrs. and Seniors 65+ that are residents of the Town of Niskayuna admitted at no charge, fee waivers and daily pass rates do not apply to school district residents. 7
Niskayuna Town Pool 2019 Season Pool Pass Application Form Last Name: __________________ First Name-1st Adult: ______________ 2nd Adult: ________________ Address: ________________________________________________________________, Niskayuna, NY Cell Phone: (_____)_____________________
Home Phone: (_____)_______________________
Primary Email Address:*_________________________________________________________________ FAMILY MEMBER’S: (must live in the same household) Name: ______________________________________ Date of Birth: ___________ M
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Name: ______________________________________ Date of Birth: ___________ M
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Name: ______________________________________ Date of Birth: ___________ M
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Name: ______________________________________ Date of Birth: ___________ M
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CHILD CARE PROVIDER*: (additional $60 fee) Name: _____________________________________
Date of Birth: ___________ M
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YES, I have our 2018 Season Pass cards and just need the card to be activated. Residency will be verified using 2019 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
$230
Family, (Town Resident) May 1 on
$260
2 Adults, same household (Town resident)
$200
1 Parent & 1 Child <13 yrs. (Town resident)
$170
1 Adult– 13yrs. & older (Town resident)
$120
Childcare Provider
$60
* School District Residents only will pay a $82 surcharge per purchased Season Pass
Mail to: Niskayuna Town Hall, c/o Community Programs, One Niskayuna Circle, Niskayuna, NY 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 12/1/19. 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, July 1 - July 12 (*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 15 – Friday, July 26 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 29 – Friday, August 9 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, July 1 – Friday, July 12 -10:00 am – 7 max students (*Lessons WILL BE held 7/4) Session II:
Monday, July 15– Friday, July 26 -10:30 am – 7 max students
Session III:
Monday, July 29– Friday, August 9-10:00 am – 7 max students 9
Swim & Dive Team 2019 NISKAYUNA TOWN POOL SWIM TEAM & DIVE TEAM Niskayuna Wild Turkeys June 17 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; August 3, 2019
Swim & Dive Team Fee:
$125/child for Niskayuna residents and $155/child for Niskayuna school district residents who do not live in the town of Niskayuna.
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 17 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 17-20 and Monday June 24; 6:00-7:30pm and regular swim and dive practices begin the morning of Tuesday, June 25, 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 Tuesday, June 18, 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 volunteer parent coordinator Denise Murphy McGraw with any questions â&#x20AC;&#x201C; DMurphyMcGraw@HGMLOBBY.com.
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Summer Playground Program SUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM (5 weeks) JULY 8th - AUGUST 9th Location
Ages Served
Camp Fee
Drop-off
Pick-up
AVON CREST
Entering Pre-K to 7th
$55/wk. per child
9:00am
12:00pm
BLATNICK PARK
Entering Grades 4th –7th
$55/wk. per child
9:00am
12:00pm
HILLSIDE
Entering Pre-K to 2nd
$55/wk. per child
9:00am
12:00pm
RIVER ROAD
Entering Pre-K to 3rd
$55/wk. per child
9:00am
12:00pm
VAN ANTWERP
Entering Grades 3rd to 7th
$55/wk. per child
9:00am
12:00pm
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 12/1/19) 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. **Any camp registration processed after the Wednesday deadline will incur a late fee of $20, late registrations are not guaranteed a spot as camps may be full.
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 14 11
Youth Activities Amazing Athletes
(Gr. entering K – 3rd)
Monday-Friday; 9:00am - 12:00pm August 19-23. 2019 Fee: $100 River Road Park Fields Instructor: Jessica Perrott, Owner of Amazing Athletes
Amazing Athletes is a developmental sports and fitness program that teaches children the basic fundamentals and mechanics of 10 different sports: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Golf, Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Track & Field and Volleyball. Our 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. The children are able to learn and practice the basic fundamentals of each sport through game based activities.
Coach Bianchi Baseball Camp (5-8 yrs.)
Baseball Fields @ Blatnick Park Monday-Thursday; 8:30-10:00am July 1-4 (rain date 7/5) 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 8-11(rain date 7/12)
12:30pm - 2:30pm Hillside Fee: $110 Instructor: Pam Ober & Adam Bornt
Animal-lovers unite! Let’s get together and learn all we can about insects, amphibians, mammals, birds, and reptiles. Campers will enjoy animal-themed games, crafts, and other inside and outside activities. Adam Bornt from Uncharted Wild LLC will join us every day with his amazing collection of live animals! Limited to 24 students.
Arts and Crafts for Kids
12:30pm – 2:30pm Niskayuna Town Hall Board Room $90
Instructor: Marion Leap—Artist/Retired Art Teacher Artists will draw and design name designs, turtle drawings and paintings, work with Model Magic clay,and possible work on restored paper with craypas (depending on time). The class is limited to 12 students so do not delay!
Bundy Soccer Camp (Ages 5-12)
July 1-5 (no camp on July 4th)
Monday-Thursday; 8:00-10:00am
(ages 8-12)
Mon-Fri; July 8-12, 2019
Instructor: Chris Bianchi, NHS Varsity Baseball Coach
Baseball Fields @ Blatnick Park
(Gr. K-3)
Mon-Fri; July 8-12
SESSION 1 Monday-Friday; 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Coach Bianchi Baseball Camp (9-12 yrs.)
SESSION 2 Monday-Friday; 2:30pm - 4:30pm
July 8-12
Fee: $70
Niskayuna Soccer Complex $90 per camper per session Instructors: Bryce Colby - NHS Girls Varsity Coach, and Soccer
Instructor: Chris Bianchi, NHS Varsity Baseball Coach
Club staff members.
July 15-18 (rain date 7/19)
This camp will review all basic skills & provide in depth coaching and drill work for position play.
Coach Bianchi Sandlot League
Fee: $70
Hitting, fielding and base running skills will be covered. Each camp day will end in a game.
Animals, Animals, Animals
A soccer camp for players of all kinds. Come celebrate Women's World Cup 2019 by playing some soccer! Campers should bring an appropriate size ball, shin guards, and water to camp.
Baseball Fields @ Blatnick Park $40 per session Instructor: Chris Bianchi, NHS Varsity Baseball Coach
#1-S
7-12 yrs.
July 1-4
10:15-11:45am
#2-S
7-12 yrs.
July 8-11
10:15-11:45am
#3-S
7-12 yrs.
July 15-18
10:15-11:45am
This camp will run for 4 days per session for , 1 ½ hrs. per day. This camp is offered for the baseball athlete who loves to play the game. The campers will be encouraged to run their own games, call outs, and settle disputes. Give the kids a break and let them see how it was in the good old days! Coaches will pitch.
Learning Spanish
(Kindergarten—5th grade)
July 8-12; 12:30pm - 2:00pm Niskayuna Town Hall Gazebo $65 per student
Instructor: Tori Frank—NHS student ¡Bienvenidos! This program will expose children to the basics of Spanish. Learning a new language is a highly valuable and rewarding experience; the earlier this learning process begins, the better! We will spend time learning Spanish words and phrases, as well as practicing them through fun games and activities under the warm sun.
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Youth Activities Girls Field Hockey
Youth Golf Lessons
(Gr. K-12)
Monday-Thursday; July 8-11
(Ages 8-16)
SESSION 1 - MAY
$135 per player Craig School Fields
MONDAYS; April 29, May 6, 13 & 20 EARLY SESSION- 4:00-4:45pm
Grades K-6~ 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.
LATE SESSION- 5:00-5:45pm TUESDAYS; April 30, May 7, 14 & 21 EARLY SESSION- 4:00-4:45pm LATE SESSION- 5:00-5:45pm
Grades 7-12 ~ 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
WEDNESDAYS: May 1,8,15 & 22 EARLY SESSION 4:00-4:45pm LATE SESSION 5:00-5:45pm
Instructors: Natalie Metzger, former Niskayuna Field Hockey Player, Collegiate Field Hockey Player at Skidmore College and Emma Skumurski, former Niskayuna Field Hokey Player, Collegiate Field Hockey Player at Holy Cross
THURSDAYS; May 2, 9, 16 & 23 EARLY SESSION- 4:00-4:45pm LATE SESSION- 5:00-5:45pm
Fencing—Youth
(ages 8-16 yrs.)
Sabre Camp - Monday - Friday; 4:30-6:00pm ~ July 22-26, 2019 Foil Camp—Monday - Friday; 4:30-6:00pm ~ July 29 - August 2
$70/per session (includes equipment)
Fee: $100 per participant/per session
Niskayuna Community Center Instructors: Mark Dolata and James McClymonds, Equipment will be provide for this class.
Flag Football Camp
Rain Dates are all scheduled for May 28 and May 30 Students can attend an assortment of days (MTW) to ease schedules; student receives 4 days of instruction with fee
Instructor: Ben Smith, Niskayuna Golf ****************************************************
SESSION 2 - JUNE
(Gr. 4th - 8th)
Monday-Thursday; 12:30pm - 2:30pm
TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS; June 4,6,11,13
July 8-11 (12th will be a rain date)
EARLY SESSION- 4:00-4:45pm
V.A. School fields $65 per player
LATE SESSION- 5:00-5:45pm
Instructor: Matt Flynn
Rain Date June 18
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
Field Games Camp
(Grades K-3)
Rain Date is scheduled for June 18 student receives 4 days of instruction with fee Fee: $100 per participant/per session Instructor: Ben Smith, Niskayuna Golf
Mon-Thurs; 12:30pm - 2:30pm July 15-18 (19th will be a rain date) River Road Park fields $ 75 per session Instructor: Matt Flynn 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.
Paid and volunteer soccer referees needed for Fall Soccer.
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.
Please call Julie Lohre by August 1st at 386-4504 If you are interested or have questions.
Due to space constraints, Each session is limited to
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Youth Activities Boys Lacrosse Camp
Youth Tennis Lessons
(Gr. K-6)
Niskayuna Community Center Fields & Pavilion
Monday-Wednesday; 9:00am - noon July 1-3
$75 .Instructors: Frank Adamo and Niskayuna Boys 2018 StateSemifinalist Lacrosse Players
(Gr. K-6)
Monday-Wednesday; 9:00am - noon
$75 Instructor: Jason Bach, Niskayuna Girls Lacrosse Players
Campers will focus on skill development, teamwork and short field games. Girl campers need a stick, goggles and mouth guard. Please contact Jason Bach at jbach@niskyschools.org if you would like to borrow equipment.
Mon-Fri; Aug 19-23
Location TBD SESSION 2 9:00am - 12:00pm
Location TBD $ 150 per student per session Instructor: Headmistress Pamela Ober Join us for this magical camp dedicated to all things Harry Potter! During this fun-filled week, students will attend classes in Potions, Care of Magical Creatures, Transfiguration, Defense against the Dark Arts, and more. Witches and wizards will search for the Sorcerer’s Stone, make their own wands, defeat dementors, whomp willows, and more! This camp will concentrate on the first two books. Pre-reading of the books is not necessary (although it does increase students’ enjoyment), and only fun excerpts will be shared. We will be cooking up various edible concoctions (including everyone’s favorite lemon fizz!), so please let us know if your child has any food restrictions. Campers should bring a snack and lunch (peanut free please) and drink every day except on the last day when we will have our end-of-term feast. Note: New and returning witches and wizards are welcome! The headmistress always makes changes and additions so that every camper will be happy. Some children have attended this camp every single time it has run – and they still come back! This year’s extended camp promises to be super exciting with new games, crafts, and activities! Limited to 32 students per session
$96/per session
Monday/Thursday evenings; 6:15pm - 7:00pm July 8 - Aug 1
Instructor: John Eaton
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts Monday/Thursday evenings; 7:15pm - 8:15pm July 8 - Aug. 1 $120/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.
(Gr K-6)
9:00am - 2:00pm
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts
This program will be structured to introduce new players to tennis and prepare those who already can play for advancement.
Limited to 20 per session.
SESSION 1 M-W & F; July 1, 2, 3 & 5 (no 4th)
July 8 - Aug. 1
July 1-3
Monday/Thursday evenings; 5:15pm - 6:00pm
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
Niskayuna Community Center Fields & Pavilion
Hogwarts Summer Camp
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts
AGES 9-12
Campers will focus on skill development, teamwork and short field games. Boy campers need a stick, helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, gloves and a mouth guard. Please contact Frank Adamo at fadamo23@gmail.com if you would like to borrow equipment
Girls Lacrosse Camp
(ages 5-12)
AGES 5-8
CIT Training Program Summer
(Gr. 8 and up)
Session 1: JULY 15 – Aug 2nd July 15-19 (Town Hall/camp) and July 22-26 & July 29-Aug 2 (at Camp of your choice); 9am-12pm Session 2: JULY 22 - Aug 9 July 22-26 (Town Hall/camp) July 29—Aug 2 & Aug 5-9 (at Camp of your choice); 9am-12pm Fee: $125 (pick 1 session only) Week one is classroom (WITH ONE DAY BEING Red Cross First Aid) and one day at camp This Program will include time spent in group training at Niskayuna Town Hall, Red Cross First–aid training, onsite training at the individual camp locations (Blatnick, Hillside, River Road, Van Antwerp, or Avon Crest), 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
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Youth Fall Soccer League for K - 8th grade Saturdays, September 7th – October 26th
Registration opens on June 1st
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 Wednesday, 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 9/1/19)
Registration opens on June 1st
Saturdays, September 7th – October 26th
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:
$50 A free t-shirt is given to all participants! 15
Adult Activities Adult Golf Instruction
Session 1 * Mondays
6:00-6:45pm
April 29, May 6, 13 & 20
Tuesdays
6:00-6:45pm
April 30, May 7, 14 & 21
Wednesdays
6:00-6:45pm
May 1, 8, 15 & 22
Thursdays
6:00-6:45pm
May 2, 9, 16 & 23
Session 2 Tuesday/Thursday 6:00-6:45pm June 4, 6, 11 & 13
* Students can attend an assortment of days to ease schedules; student receives 4 days of instruction
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 (shortgame, date TBA)
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; May 16 - July 18 (9 weeks - we will play on Wed. June 26th instead of Thurs. June 27th to avoid Nisky's graduation, no play on 7/4). In case of a rain out, there will not be a make-up. 6:00pm - dusk @ Avon Crest Park $35 per person for current IREVA members. Players that are not IREVA members must purchase an IREVA summer membership for $15 at www.ireva.org as well as pay the $35 per person entry fee in order to play in this league. A signed parent waiver is also required for junior players to be allowed to play with adult players per IREVA's policy. A team of two players required for entry. Please list your partner on the entry form. League Director: Tom Budka 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. IREVA member subs welcome with proof of membership. 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). Players are expected to help set up and take down the nets each week. LIMITED TO 33 TEAMS!
Adult Tai Chi (ages 18 and older)
Adult Tennis Lessons (ages 18+) Monday/Thursday evenings; 8:15pm-9:15pm
SUMMER SESSION - June 11 - August 13, 2019
FALL SESSION - Sept. 3 - Nov.5, 2019
July 8 - Aug 1
Blatnick Park Tennis Courts
$160 per person
Instructor: John Eaton
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. Limited to 20 players
Instructor: Richard Chu
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PARKS & FACILITIES NISKAYUNA DRIVING RANGE
Operating hours: Daily 8:00am - 8:00pm Sat., April 27* - Sun., Sept. 29th (*weather permitting)
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) = $11.00 each
The fully automated ball dispenser accepts Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and Apple Pay (CASH IS NOT ACCEPTED ON SITE). 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 (after opening day) or Lori Peretti at 386-4526.
NISKAYUNA “18-HOLE” DISC GOLF COURSE 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.
NISKAYUNA DOG PARK The Niskayuna Dog Park is located in Blatnick Park behind the baseball fields and is open from dawn until dusk, 7 days a week, year round. Fees: Niskayuna Residents: $30 First Dog/$15 Additional dogs per family (fees are half-price for Seniors 65 years and older) Non-Niskayuna/Schenectady County Resident: $100 Tags are required for all dogs and can be purchased at the Town Clerk’s office at Niskayuna Town Hall Owners must show proof of Niskayuna residency and dogs must be licensed and have proof of current rabies and distemper vaccinations. Waste bags and containers are located at the Dog Park and owners are responsible for picking up after their dogs. For more information, please call the Town Clerk at 386-4510 17
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: $180
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: $180
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: $180
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: $180
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. 18
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 for the entire summer season. Email Julie Lohre with any addition questions not answered in this booklet or on the Town website at jlohre@niskayuna.org 19