(3-5 yrs.) Prerequisite: Child must leave parent willingly, be comfortable in the water, follow directions and function well in a group. When possible, children are grouped by ability. Class emphasizes helping children gain basic aquatic skills including entering and exiting the water safely, blowing bubbles with mouth and nose submerged, submerging under water. With assistance students learn to float and glide on front and back, rolling from front to back and back to front, swimming using arms and legs on front and back at least two body lengths. For safety reasons, flotation devices may be used. Flotation devices are used for all Pee Wee 1 classes at Audrey Moore and Franconia Rec Centers.

(3-5 yrs.) Prerequisites: Pee Wee Paddler 1 or equivalent skill proficiency. Class emphasizes helping children increase independence in their skill performance while continuing to increase comfort in the water. Skills include bobbing, floating and gliding on front and back with and without assistance, swimming on front and back at least three body lengths with and without assistance. Flotation devices may be used.

(13-Adult) Everyone loves articulated dragons. Have you ever looked at the fun dragon designs and wanted to make your own? This workshop is for those that have taken 3D printing basics or have a working knowledge of how to use TinkerCAD. This course covers the steps needed to create your own articulated Dragon designs and print them. There will be two classes of two hours on consecutive weekends. We will print one design per person which will be available for pick up at the rec center one week after the second class. Bring a laptop and a mouse. $15 materials fee.

(7-14 yrs.) Take center stage in this Moonlit Wings camp inspired by your favorite films and plays. Explore short skits, improv games, musical numbers and get in the spotlight. Bring swimsuit/towel for a pool break.. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(7-14 yrs.) In this Moonlit Wings Camp, campers take the spotlight with original scenes, improv games, and character-building activities inspired by favorite films and plays. Campers explore short skits, musical moments while sharpening creativity, collaboration, and on-your-feet thinking. All experience levels welcome. Bring swimsuit/towel for afternoon swim break.

(7-14 yrs.) In this Moonlit Wings camp, young performers shine as they sing, dance, and act along to favorite show tunes and original scenes inspired by Broadway’s biggest hits. Campers explore character creation, theatre games, a talent show while building confidence, creativity, and stage presence. All experience levels welcome. Bring swimsuit/towel for afternoon swim break.

(7-14 yrs.) Put on a surprise showcase with new music and scripts inspired by Broadway hits like Wicked, Matilda and Aladdin. Moonlit Wings award-winning programs are jam-packed with acting, music, improvisation games and exciting theatrical surprises every day! Rec Center camps should bring a swimsuit/towel for a pool break.

(7-14 yrs.) In this Moonlit Wings camp, kids take center stage to star in original scenes and sing and dance to popular radio hits by today’s pop stars and legendary icons. Campers also explore improvisation games, character creation and a talent show while building imagination, storytelling skills, and teamwork. All experience levels welcome. Sessions that meet for five days will conclude with a mini performance for family and friends on Friday. Bring swimsuit/towel for afternoon swim break.

(7-14 yrs.) In this Moonlit Wings camp, kids take center stage to star in original scenes and sing and dance to popular radio hits by today’s pop stars and legendary icons. Campers also explore improvisation games, character creation and a talent show while building imagination, storytelling skills, and teamwork. All experience levels welcome. Sessions that meet for five days will conclude with a mini performance for family and friends on Friday. Rec Center camps also bring swimsuit/towel for swim break. (Prefer behind-the-scenes? Teens ages 14+ may register separately for our “ACTivate! Teens Behind-the-Scenes” tech track.). No camp July 3.

(14-16 yrs.) In this NEW Moonlit Wings camp, teens join the tech track as Jr. Directors, helping lead acting activities, improv games, staging and choreography. Teens assist with basic tech like sets, costumes, lighting, and sound—building leadership and production skills. These programs are partnered with Moonlit Wings camps. View the schedule to determine which camp you will work with. ACTify camps are more production-focused with a longer show, while ACTion and Applause offer shorter performances, theatre games, and swim time at select locations. No camp July 3.

(8-Adult) Prerequisite: Students must be able to swim a minimum of 15 yards independently. This class is designed to prepare students with disabilities for more advanced competitive swimming and focuses on the basic steps and progressions of the four competitive strokes: front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly.

(6-12 yrs.) Prerequisite: Swimming 1 or equivalent skill proficiency. This is a learn-to-swim class designed for students with disabilities. Students should be comfortable entering the water on their own, blowing bubbles, and using their arms and legs to swim with assistance. Skills include floating on both front and back, gliding and swimming without assistance. Parent/caregiver participation may be required.

(6-12 yrs.) Prerequisite: Swimming 2 or equivalent skill proficiency. This is a learn-to-swim class designed for students with disabilities. Students should be able to swim at least two body lengths without assistance. Skills include treading water, retrieving objects and swimming on both front and back without assistance. Parent/caregiver participation may be required.

Prerequisite: Students must be able to swim 25 yards continuously. An excellent full-body workout that is more intense than the Deep Water Exercise class. This class is for the experienced deep water exerciser looking for a more challenging workout.

Shallow-water exercises using water's buoyancy and resistance helps improve your overall range of motion, joint mobility and muscle strength. While this class is designed for students with arthritis, it is open to those who have other physical limitations.~

(13-Adult) Learn gentle and safe Feldenkrais lessons specifically designed to help you reduce and prevent back pain, tension and movement restrictions. This class will help improve your posture and flexibility.

(6 mos.-18 mos.) Register your baby for this class designed for babies and their parent(s), or other favorite adult who want to learn water adjustment and aquatic skills together. Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safe manner, feel comfortable in the water and explore submerging to the mouth, nose and eyes. Explore buoyancy on front and back, change body position and learn safety information. Two adults may participate with each child. Babies must wear tight-fitting swim diaper and plastic pants under bathing suit.

(6-14 yrs.) Join Green Tea Ideas to make necklaces, wristbands, earrings and a wearable jewelry set for holidays. Rec Center camps may include an afternoon swim break. Supply fee of $10 is due on the first day. No camp January 1.

(8-14 yrs.) Unleash your creativity in this hands-on jewelry-making camp. Explore the colorful world of beads and learn the art of wire wrapping to create unique, one-of-a-kind accessories. From dazzling bracelets to artistic pendants, design and craft your own wearable masterpieces. Whether you're a beginner or a budding jewelry artist, this camp is the perfect place to sparkle and shine. No Camp June 19 and July 3.

(13-Adult) Learn safe weight-bearing exercises to increase and maintain bone health. This class uses impact exercises designed to reduce stress on vulnerable joints while building bone strength, balance and overall health.

(6-10 yrs.) Tiny Chefs stirs up Storytime in this deliciously creative camp. Inspired by beloved books like If You Give a Moose a Muffin and Dragons Love Tacos, young chefs will bring their favorite stories to life through hands-on cooking adventures. Tiny Chefs reviews products for allergy warnings indicated on the label. Tiny Chefs is not liable for allergens not listed on product packaging, and environmental factors or cross-contamination. Tiny Chefs can accommodate some mild allergies based on our discretion. Examples of ingredients used in our camps: dairy, egg, wheat/gluten, soy, coconut, sesame. We cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

(5 1/2 - 12 yrs.) Join the Abrakadoodle crew, where creativity takes center stage! Set your imagination free as we sketch costumes, craft a mini revolving stage with props, design a promotional poster, and make masks.

(6-12 yrs.) This Rich Sandler music variety camp allows children the opportunity to improvise, create and explore music in several ways. Campers will have small-group lessons on guitar and ukulele on provided instruments. Children also create music on xylophones, glockenspiels and percussion instruments. The week culminates with a performance for family and friends. Rec Center camps include a swim break.

(5-8 yrs.) Explore chemistry in the kitchen with The Science Seed, like the difference between baking soda and baking powder, and the role yeast plays in pizza dough. The day is rounded out by outdoor recess, story time tied to the day’s science, free reading, exploration and a daily journal entry.

(6-13 yrs.) This Silver Knights camp has taught the great strategy game to more than 100,000 children including national champions. This camp is for advanced players to sharpen their skills or beginners who want to learn the game. Campers will learn the rules, openings, tactics, strategy, endgames, while playing games and taking outdoor breaks. Bring a lunch, snack, and drink. Campers will receive a t-shirt and chess set on Friday.

(6-13 yrs.) This Silver Knights camp has taught the great strategy game to more than 100,000 children including national champions. This camp is for advanced players to sharpen their skills or beginners who want to learn the game. Campers will learn the rules, openings, tactics, strategy, endgames, while playing games and taking outdoor breaks. Bring a lunch, snack, and drink. Campers will receive a t-shirt and chess set on Friday. No camp June 19 and July 3.

(6-13 yrs.) This Silver Knights camp has taught the great strategy game to more than 100,000 children including national champions. This camp is for advanced players to sharpen their skills or beginners who want to learn the game. Campers will learn the rules, openings, tactics, strategy, endgames, while playing games and taking outdoor breaks.No camp December 24, 25 and January 1.

(6-10 yrs.) Learn to bake, frost, and decorate, then go head-to-head in a sugary showdown. Small teams compete for glory and the title of ‘Best Cupcake!’ in a friendly competition. Tiny Chefs reviews products for allergy warnings indicated on the label. Tiny Chefs is not held liable for allergens not listed on product packaging, and environmental factors or cross-contamination. Tiny Chefs can accommodate some mild allergies based on our discretion. Examples of ingredients used in our camps: dairy, egg, wheat/gluten, soy, coconut, sesame. We cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

(6-10 yrs.) Campers master muffins, tarts, cupcakes, and dessert sauces while learning key techniques. Then small teams compete in a final baking battle to claim the ultimate title: ‘Baking Champion!’ Tiny Chefs reviews products for allergy warnings indicated on the label. Tiny Chefs is not held liable for allergens not listed on product packaging, and environmental factors or cross-contamination. Tiny Chefs can accommodate some mild allergies based on our discretion. Examples of ingredients used in our camps: dairy, egg, wheat/gluten, soy, coconut, sesame. We cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

(6-10 yrs.) In this deliciously hands-on camp, Tiny Chefs will roll, shape, and fill a variety of sweet and savory pastry creations. From puff to phyllo, they’ll explore the magic of dough and discover that everything tastes better wrapped in pastry perfection. Tiny Chefs reviews products for allergy warnings indicated on the label. Tiny Chefs is not liable for allergens not listed on product packaging, and environmental factors or cross-contamination. Tiny Chefs can accommodate some mild allergies based on our discretion. Examples of ingredients used in our camps: dairy, egg, wheat/gluten, soy, coconut, sesame. We cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

(Adults) This class will help participants regain and improve balance skills and move with more ease, agility, and confidence. With upbeat music, simple physical games, props and challenges, you’ll get social while addressing a wide range of factors involved in balance, from foot stability to core strength.