ion Kid Care re–School 2–2023 - Arlington Recreation Department

Registration Now Open! Sign Up Now !

For more information or to register, please visit

www.arlingtonrec.com or call 781-316-3880

Arlington Recreation Department

Fall 2022 – Winter 2023 Program Guide

Arlington Recreation Kid Care

After–School & Pre–School

Programs 2022–2023

Arlington

Recreation…

Sign Me Up!

Special Events

Table of Contents

Click on any page number below to go to that page. Click on any

URL to go to that website or any email address to send an email.

General Information ........................................................................ 1

Ed Burns Ice Skating Arena .............................................................2

Skating Lessons at the Ed Burns Arena ........................................3

Toddler and Youth Programs ....................................................4 –6

Toddler and Youth Fall Soccer Programs ...................................... 7

Playground Accessiblity Checklist .......................................... 8 – 9

Youth and Adult Fall Tennis Programs ........................................10

Fall Pickleball Programs at the Crosby Courts ........................... 11

Fall Adult Programs ........................................................................12

Youth Winter Soccer Programs ....................................................13

Youth Basketball Programs ..........................................................14

Nashoba Valley Ski & Snowboard Program ..............................15

February Vacation Programs ........................................................15

Community Sports Organizations ...............................................16

Arlington Parks, Fields and Facilities ...........................................17

Tennis Court Rules & Regulations .............................................. 17

Kid Care Programs .........................................................Back Cover

Meet the Arlington

Recreation Department Staff

Joseph Connelly, Director of Recreation

Matt Curran, Program Supervisor

JJ O’Sullivan, Rink Manager & Facility Supervisor

Yamir Rodriguez, Assistant Facility Supervisor

Maria Day, Administrative Assistant

Linda Kirchner, Administrative Assistant

Arlington Recreation Department

& Ed Burns Ice Arena

Address: 422 Summer Street, Arlington, MA 02474

Main Phone Number: (781) 316-3880

Main Email Address: recoffic[email protected]

Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm

Website:

www.arlingtonrec.com

Arlington Parks and

Recreation Commission

Shirley Canniff • Sara Carrier • Josh Fenollosa • Phil Lasker

Leslie Mayer • Jen Rothenberg • Scott Walker

Mission Statement

Arlington Recreation, a self-sustaining Division of the Town,

offers safe, quality and

affordable programs and facilities

for citizens of all ages and abilities.

Our staff members are

qualified professionals, dedicated

to serving the community with excellence and pride.

Special Events

Saturday, September 10

Dog Days of Summer:

Music, Food Trucks

& Dogs End of

Summer Celebration!!

Please join us for an end-of-summer

celebration at the Arlington Reservoir with your four-legged

friend. This event will include music, food, and fun! Come on

down to the Reservoir and enjoy the last dog days of summer!!!

All donations fund the upkeep of the Off-Leash Recreation Area

at Thorndike Park.

Time: 11:30am – 3:30pm

Location: Reservoir Beach

Suggested Donation: $10 per dog

Saturday, September 17

Walter V. Moynihan

Town Day Three-Mile

Run around the Res!

Food & Beer Tent! • DJ • Bouncy House• Face Painting and More!

Time:

Registration starts at 9:00am.

Race begins at 10:00 am

Where: Arlington Reservoir Beach

Fee:

Early registration $30 per runner

Distance: Three-mile run – three laps

around the Res!

Awards: Top male and female in each age division – under 10,

11–15, 16–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69,

70–79, 80-plus and Race Tee Shirts to first 100 runners

Beer Tent:

Runners 21+ will receive a beer ticket for Burke’s

Alewerks

New Route

& Location!

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

General Information

Mission Statement: Arlington Recreation, a self-sustaining

Division of the Town, offers safe, quality and affordable programs

and facilities for citizens of all ages and abilities. Our staff members

are qualified professionals, dedicated to serving the community with

excellence and pride.

Inclusion Policy: The Arlington Recreation Department is

committed to creating and promoting inclusion across all public

paces, places, facilities and programs that the department manages.

Through the Inclusion Policy, Mission Statement and supporting

practices, we aim to ensure that everyone has access to the benefits

of quality parks and recreation programs.

Registration and Payment: We ask that program registrations

occur through our online recreation management software at

www.arlingtonrec.com if possible. Please visit www.arlingtonrec.com

to view all our program information or to register. First time registrants

will need to create a household account via this website

(MyRec

Household Account).

If you are experiencing difficulties or are more comfortable

registering via phone, please call our office at 781-316-3880. Payment

is due at the time of registration. Any payments via check (In Person

Only or Special Arrangement) can be made payable to Arlington

Recreation.

Course Confirmation: Confirmation emails will not be sent

for every program registration. A participant is registered only when

payment has been received. If there are questions regarding your

household account or programs that you individuals are registered

for, please log into your account at

www.arlingtonrec.com

to view

your account history.

Cancellations: We reserve the right to cancel or postpone any

program due to low enrollment. If a multi-session program must be

cancelled due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circum-

stances, we will make every effort to reschedule the program. All

program cancellations are online at

www.arlingtonrec.com

Cancellation emails for a specific program will be sent to the

primary email address on the household of those who are registered

(Please note individuals that have opted out of notification emails

are not guaranteed to receive cancellation emails. This can be

changed anytime online by editing the setting in your household

account).

Inclement Weather: Please visit

www.arlingtonrec.com

receive inclement weather updates on programs. For field notifica-

tions, you can sign up online for field closing notices. Field closing

notices are updated by the Department of Public Works Monday

through Friday before 3:00pm. Field Status updates can be viewed

anytime at www.arlingtonma.gov/departments/public-works/

parks-fields. It is our policy that if Arlington Public Schools close

due to weather related issues, our programs will also be cancelled.

Fall/Winter Refunds (Policy Change): In the event that

a participant must cancel out of a program, a refund will be granted

minus a $25 administrative fee (per program cancelled) up until one

week before the program begins. After the first day/class of the

program a prorated refund will be granted, minus a $25 adminis-

trative fee. After the second day of a program/class neither a refund

nor household credit will be issued. A household credit can be

requested in place of a refund and the $25 administrative fee will

not be assessed. All household credits are valid until December 31st

of the year they are issued. Household credits that remain will be

erased on January 1st of each year.

Special Needs: Participants with special needs are encouraged

to attend all of our programs. Staff members are sensitive to their

needs and will do everything possible to assist. If you are unsure if

a program is the right fit please call us to discuss specifics.

Program Accessibility: Please note that currently our programs

are not always accessible due to architectural barriers at most of our

host facilities. The Park and Recreation Commission have

completed

an accessibility self-assessment of all facilities under their jurisdiction

and have a multi-year plan to address the issues highlighted in the

report. As facilities are updated and become

programmatically

accessible they will be highlighted as such within

the brochure.

Participants Responsibility: We ask that all participants

respect the staff, other participants, program equipment, facilities

and age requirements when participating in programs offered by

Arlington Recreation. If participants fail to cooperate with the rules,

Arlington Recreation reserves the right to dismiss or suspend a

participant in any program without a refund.

Financial Aid Financial assistance may be available thanks in

part to our scholarship fund and assistance we

received through

the Community Development Block Grant program. For eligibility

information, contact the Recreation Office or download

the form at

www.arlingtonrec.com

. Scholarships will be awarded on a need

basis and requests will be granted for a singular week, session or

program so that Arlington Recreation can spread out its available

scholarships. If you are requesting a scholarship for a Kid Care

program please be advised that the maximum scholarship is 10%

of the annual tuition. Payment plans can also be set up to assist

with payment options.

Scholarship Fund: In order to continue offering quality

programs at affordable costs, when registering, please consider

donating to our scholarship fund. Arlington Recreation’s goal is to

never turn away a participant due to economic hardship. With your

help, we will be able to continue this practice.

Volunteer Opportunities: Arlington Recreation greatly

depends on volunteers to support our programs and special events.

If you are interested in volunteering, there are a variety of programs

available! Contact us for openings. Thank you to everyone who has

already given their time and energy!

General Information

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Ed Burns Ice Skating Arena

The Ed Burns Ice Skating

Arena is an indoor ice facility

located at 422 Summer

Street in Arlington. The

facility includes a regulation

size rink of 85 x197-feet with

spectator seating for 1,000.

Complete snack bar service

(hours vary) and vending

machines are available in the

main lobby. We also offer

skate rental and sharpening

services. Team rooms are

provided for those renting

ice time.

The Ed Burns Arena is open

to the public year round with

ice activities during the months

of August through April. The

rink is a great place to host a

school field trip or birthday

party. For rental or event information, contact the Recreation

Office at 781-316-3880.

All Ages • Starts September 16, 2022

Public Skating Schedule

The Ed Burns Ice Skating Arena is open to the community for

public skating sessions several times a week. Ice skate rentals and

sharping are available. No hockey allowed during public skating.

Helmets are not required, but are recommended for all beginners.

Final Public Skating dates and times are subject to change. Please

visit

www.arlingtonrec.com

for the most accurate Public Skating

schedule, in addition to information on holiday Public Skates.

Dates: September 16, 2022 – end of April, 2023

Times:* Mondays 12:00pm – 1:50pm

Thursdays 9:00am – 10:50am

Fridays 11:00am – 12:50pm

1:45pm – 3:15pm

7:20pm – 9:00pm

Saturdays 4:00pm – 5:50pm

Sundays 9:30am – 11:30am

2:00pm – 4:00pm

* Exact times may change throughout year

Fees: Children (Ages 16 and Under): $5

Seniors (Ages 60+): $5

Adults: $8

Ice Rentals

Organizations and individuals interested in renting ice time must

complete and submit an Ed Burns Ice Time Request Form. This form

can be found online at https://arlingtonrec.com/info/dept/ under

the rink section or by calling Arlington Recreation at 781-316-3880.

Completed applications can be emailed to the Ed Burns Arena

Facility Supervisor, JJ O’Sullivan, at [email protected].

ma.us. All Ice Time Request Forms will be reviewed and ice times

will be approved accordingly. If your group does not have insurance,

you will need to indicate this on your application.

Submission of an Ice Time Request Form does not guarantee access.

Space will be assigned based off availability, policies and the order

outlined below. Group rental fees are as follow:

Ice Rental Fees

Option 1: $270 per 50-minute time block

Option 2: $290 per 60-minute time block

For additional information or if you have questions, please feel

free to contact Ed Burns Arena Facility Supervisor JJ O’Sullivan

at [email protected] or (781)-316-3882.

Skate Rentals and Sharpening

The Ed Burns Ice Skating Arena offers skate rentals for $5 per

pair. Skate rentals are available during public skates and various

Recreation Department run classes. Skate sharpening at the Ed

Burns Arena is available during public skating hours, regular

business hours and by appointment.

Skate Rental Fee: $5 per pair

Skate Sharpening Fee: $8 per pair

Advertise Your Business or

Sponsor a Special Event!

Would you like Arlington Recreation to help you get the word

out about your services or an

upcoming event? Need more

exposure in Arlington and the

surrounding area? Would you

like to support Arlington Recre-

ation?

There are yearly options

available for businesses to advertise

at the Ed Burn

Arena Ice

Rink! Options include banners, illuminated signage

, Zamboni,

scoreboard, or seasonal brochure with over 12,500 copies

distributed each season!

Call JJ O’Sullivan at 781-316-3882

for more information.

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

Skating Lessons at the Ed Burns Arena

Ages 4 – 18 • Starts September 14

Bay State Skating School

Learn To Skate Program

Celebrating Over 50 Years of Teaching Skating to Youth

Basic instruction and open skate

for youth, without parents. Children

will be taught how to stand up on

skates, marching, dips, and forward

skate. Participants are required to

provide their own single blade skates

(rentals available). Helmets are required for this program!

It’s time to sharpen your blades for the coming winter season!

Join Bay State Skate for skating fun. All teachers are professional

ice skating instructors, offering excellent classes for students

ages 4 and up. The program is structured in 25-minute lessons

and 25-minute practice time each week. A coordinator will in

attendance at all times.

Skaters must have sharpened figure, hockey, or recreation

skates. NO Double Runners. Skill progression: balancing, falling

and getting up, glides, turns, edges, crossovers, spins, jumps and

more. Please note this is not a drop-off class and parents/guardians

should remain onsite through the program.

Wednesday Sessions

Time: 3:00pm – 3:50pm

Session 1 Dates: September 14 – October 12

Fee: $155 (five-week session)

Session 2 Dates: October 19 – November 30

Fee: $217 (seven-week session)

Session 3 Dates: December 7 – January 25 (x 12/28)

Fee: $217 (seven-week session)

Session 4 Dates: February 1 – March 29 (x 2/22)

Fee: $248 (eight-week session)

Saturday Sessions

Time: 10:50am – 11:40am

Session 1 Dates: September 17 – October 15

Fee: $155 (five-week session)

Session 2 Dates: October 22 – November 26

Fee: $186 (six-week session)

Session 3 Dates: December 3 – January 21 (x 12/24 & 12/31)

Fee: $186 (six-week session)

Session 4 Dates: January 28 – March 25 (x 2/18 & 2/25)

Fee: $217 (seven-week session)

Ages 2.5 and older • Starts October 4

Tot Skating Lessons

Beginning ice-skating made simple and fun! Introduce your child

to the exciting sport of ice-skating and explore ways to help your

child while on the ice. Instructors emphasize proper balance and

control. Helmets are required for all participants. Skate rentals

available at the Ed Burns Arena. Child must be accompanies by

adult caregiver on the ice.

Days: Tuesdays

Dates: Session 1 October 4 – November 1

Session 2 November 15 – December 13

Session 3 January 3 – January 31

Session 4 February 14 – March 21 (x 2/21)

Time: 9:40am – 10:10am

Days: Fridays

Dates: Session 1 October 7 – November 4

Session 2 November 18 – December 16

Session 3 January 6 – February 3

Session 4 February 17 – March 24 (x 2/24)

Time: 8:15am – 8:45am

Fee: $110 per person, per session

Ages 18+ • Starts October 4

Adult Ice Skating

Adult skating is gaining popularity – join the

fun! A great workout and a chance to meet

other residents of Arlington and nearby

communities! Helmets or other appropriate

head protection such as “Ice Halos” are now

required. Skate rentals available at the Ed Burns Arena.

Adult Beginners

Days: Tuesdays

Dates: Session 1 October 4 – November 1

Session 2 November 15 – December 13

Session 3 January 3 – January 31

Session 4 February 14 – March 21 (x 2/21)

Time: 10:30am- 11:15am

Already Skating Adults

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: Session 1 October 5 – November 2

Session 2 November 16 – December 14

Session 3 January 4 – February 1

Session 4 February 15 – March 22 (x 2/22)

Time: 9:00am – 9:45am

Fee: $110 per five-week session

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Toddler and Youth Programs

Grades 6 – 8 • Starts end of August

Middle School Football

The Arlington Middle School football program

has been part of the Eastern Massachusetts

Middle School League for the last 6 years.

The first game kicks off September 14 against

Winchester. There is an eight-game schedule

against local towns. Our program is designed

to get athletes prepared for playing football

at the high school level. The program teaches and reiterates the

basics of contact football including safe heads up play. All

participants will be required to complete required health and

emergency forms in order to attend practice and games. Contact:

Lamont Harris at [email protected] or call 857-312-1256

Days: Mondays – Fridays

Dates:

Season runs from end of August through early November

Times: Practices 6:00pm – 7:45pm

Games Wednesdays 4:00 – 6:00pm

Location: Practice at Pierce Field; games at McClennen Field

Fee: $300

Ages 5 – 15 • Starts September 11

Veedo Recreational Cricket

through the United Cricket League

Cricket is a perfect, exciting fun and safe

sport for girls and boys. This programs focus

is to have most fun while learning batting,

bowling and fielding skills. Participants learn

teamwork, community

building and get a

thorough fun workout. Perfect for families to

involved with their child as well as the community

Days: Sundays

Dates: September 11 – October 30

Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Location: Poets Corner Field

Fee: $100 per person

Grades 1 –4 • Starts September 12

Kids LAHF: Games Around The World

Themes: North America and South America

Stamp your passports! Each day, “visit” different places around

the world and play games that youth play in that region. New

games, basic greetings, and cool trivia will be introduced!

At Kids LAHF, we seek to offer a diverse

population of youth inclusive and unique

enrichment opportunities that promote safe

Learning And Having Fun! We encourage all

youth to LAHF and play, by trying new

experiences and participating in workshops designed to foster

positive social engagement, practice self-reflection, enhance

literacy and numeracy skills, and increase environmental, multi-

cultural

and community awareness.

Days: Mondays

Dates: Session 1 September 12– October 24 (x 10/10)

Session 2 November 7 – December 19

Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Location: Kid Care Preschool Building, 352 Mass Ave

Fee: Session 1 $75 for six weeks

Session 2 $95 for seven weeks

Grades 6 – 8 • Starts September 13

Middle School Co-Ed Ultimate Frisbee

Come play for the Arlington Ocelots! The

focus of the program is on skill development,

sportsmanship, and Spirit of the Game – the

foundation of Ultimate which places the

responsibility of fair play on every member

of the team. Ultimate is one of the fastest

growing sports in the world today, especially

in the Boston area.

Learn the basic rules and skills necessary to play in high school,

college, and beyond. Fall 2022 scrimmages will be scheduled

with surrounding towns, and a local weekend tournament is

TBA. For more information about Ultimate, visit www.usaulti-

mate.org/rules.

Days: Tuesdays and Fridays,

Dates: September 13 – October 28 plus optional

mid-week/weekend games TBA

Time: 3:30pm – 5:00pm

Location: Hill’s Hill Field

Fee: $125

Toddler and Youth Programs

Programs listed in order of start date.

Email program comments, suggestions,

ideas, and concerns to

MattCurran, Program Supervisor,

at mjcurr[email protected]

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

Ages 7 and older • Starts September 19

Arlington Recreation Fencing Program

Come learn the exciting sport of

fencing! Often called a physical

game of chess, fencing develops

endurance,

coordination, agility,

poise and balance

. While fencing is

a physical sport, it is

also a mental

game requiring concentration, quick decision-making and problem-

solving. It’s an ideal activity for people of all ages and sizes.

Fencing Equipment Purchase and Rental Information will be sent

out prior to class. For more information, contact Michael at

978-210-2711 or [email protected].

Days: Wednesdays Advanced

Thursdays Introduction/Intermediate

Dates: Session 1: September 14 – November 9 (x 10/5)

Session 2:

November 10– January 12 (x 11/24, 12/29)

Session 3: January 19 – March 22 (x 2/23)

Session 4: March 23 – May 24 (x 4/20)

Times: Beginner/Intermediate Ages 7 and older

6:15pm – 7:15pm

Beginner/Advanced Ages 12 and older

7:30pm – 8:30pm

Location: Thompson Elementary School

Fee: $240 per eight-week session

Grades 5 – 9 • Starts September 20

Spy Ponders Volleyball Clinic

with AHS Coach Liz Morris

Led by Liz Morris, AHS Boys Varsity Volley-

ball and AHS Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach,

Spy Ponders Volleyball will provide players

with the fundamental skills of the sport.

Coaches will provide instruction in serving,

passing, setting, hitting, blocking,

and

defense. We will focus on individual skills

to make each person a

better volleyball player! We will pay special

attention to offense

and defense which will lead to team-building

activities. We want

to give every student a chance to experience

what it means to be

part of a team and to be a great volleyball player.

Days: Tuesdays and Saturdays

Dates: September 20 – October 29

Time: Tuesday 6 pm – 7:30 pm (Ottoson)

Saturday 10 am – 11:30 am (AHS)

Fee: $250 per person

Ages 3 – 4 • Starts September 23

Little Dragons Karate

One of the best karate programs in the

country taught by four-time world champion

Steve Nugent. These classes

teach proper

stances, breathing, stretching,

discipline,

confidence and practical self-defense. This

class also underlines the importance of

nutrition, exercise, fire safety and stranger awareness.

Days: Fridays

Dates: Session 1 September 23 – December 16 (x 11/25)

Session 2 January 6 – March 31 (x 2/24)

Time: 4:45pm – 5:15pm

Location: Thompson Elementary School

Fee: $330 (12-class sessions)

Ages 5 – 12 • Starts September 23

Little Ninjas Karate

One of the best karate programs in the country

taught by four-time world champion Steve

Nugent. These classes teach proper stances,

breathing, stretching, discipline, confidence and

practical self-defense. This class also underlines

the importance of nutrition, exercise, fire safety and stranger

awareness. All uniforms are included in the class fee.

Days: Fridays

Dates: Session 1: September 23 – December 16 (x 11/25)

Session 2: January 6 – March 31 (x 2/24)

Times: Ages 5 – 7 5:15pm – 6:00pm

Ages 8 – 12 6:00pm – 6:45pm

Location: Thompson Elementary School

Fee: $330 (12-class sessions)

Ages 9 – 14 • Starts September 24

Youth Archery

During this five-week program partici-

pants will learn to shoot a bow and

arrow with Archery USA in the Junior

Olympic archery development program.

Classes

are taught by a certified archery

instructor.

All equipment is provided. Students will progress at

their own pace.

Days: Saturdays

Dates: September 24 – October 29 (10/8)

Times: Session 1 10:00am – 11:30am

Session 2 11:30am – 1:00pm

Days: Mondays

Dates: September 26 – October 31 (x10/10)

Times: 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Location: Menotomy Rocks Park

Fee: $198 per five-week session

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Grades 1 – 5 • Starts September 27

Sidekick Sports After-School Flag Football

We combine technical development and fundamental techniques

with safety and a

major focus on fun! Our activities will prepare

athletes for flag football through throwing, passing, catching, and

tackling (i.e. pulling flags), while inspiring a love for running and

being active. The fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper

stretching, a cool-down techniques are all covered in this unique

program. Flag Football presents a unique opportunity for players

to get more touches on the ball; which leads to more learning

and more fun!

Days: Tuesdays

Dates: September 27 – November 1

Time: 3:30pm – 4:30pm

Location: Hill’s Hill Field

Fee: $115

Grades 1 – 5 • Starts September 29

Sidekick Sports After-School Basketball

Players will learn the position names in basketball: Point Guard,

Shooting Guard, Small Forward, Power Forward, and Center. Players

will learn how to pass and shoot effectively, learn the different ways

to defend and block, best strategies for teamwork and efficient play

and be challenged to think and act fast during small sided games

at the end of each session. Program not held in inclement weather.

Days: Thursdays

Dates: September 29 – November 3

Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm

Location: Summer Street Outdoor Basketball Courts

Fee: $115

Grades 1 –3 and 4 –6 • Starts September 29

Kids LAHF Picture-It: An Introduction

to Digital Storytelling.

Theme: Exploring Nature

What better way to tell a story than through pictures! Using

components of the National Geographic Explorer Mindset and a

point and shoot digital camera, youth play indoor/outdoor games

and activities, explore their environment, learn basic digital

photography concepts, take fun pictures, and create a Story

Portfolio to take home at the end of the session. Come with an

open mind, be willing to listen, learn, create, participate and

Have Fun! (Cameras will be provided for use in the workshop.).

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: Session 1 September 29 – November 3

Session 2 November 2 – December 21 (x 11/23)

Time: 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Location: Kid Care Preschool Building, 352 Mass Ave

Fee: $95 for seven weeks

Grades K – 8 • Starts September 24

NFL Flag Football

NFL Flag is the premier youth flag football

league for both boys and girls, and our

program provides young players a fun

and exciting opportunity to engage in

non-contact action while learning lessons in teamwork. The

program is designed to educate young people

about football,

while emphasizing participation and sportsmanship

. Players learn

skills and lessons that help them succeed both on and off the

field. All games will be coached, scored and refereed,

and include

playoffs with Super Bowl rings for championship team

. Each player

will receive an official NFL Flag Jersey, a flag belt, and

seven

weeks of flag football. Teams are balanced according to age

and

year of experience, some players may be asked to move divisions

based on skill and availability. Each division has at least seven games

that will include playoffs. Please note this will be a two step-process.

Days: Saturdays

Dates: September 24 – November 12 (x 10/8)

Times: Grades K – 2 4:30pm – 5:15pm

Grades 3 – 5 5:30pm – 6:15pm

Grades 6 – 8 6:30pm – 7:15pm

Location: Summer Street Field

Fee: $200

Ages 3 – 5 • Starts September 25

Amazing Athlete’s Multi-Sport Program

At Amazing Athletes, we empower children by using sports as a

catalyst to engage their inner strengths and abilities so they can

confidently pursue an active lifestyle through each stage of develop-

ment. Through our structured active play, Amazing Athletes advance

seven different motor skills: Balancing, Running, Jumping, Throwing,

Catching, Kicking and Bowling. Our non-competitive classes let

children build confidence in a safe and fun environment while

also building teamwork and good sportsmanship.

Monday Sessions

Ages: 3 – 5 years old

Dates: September 26 – November 7 (x 10/10)

Times: Ages 3 – 4 9:00am – 9:45am

Ages 4 – 5 9:50am – 10:40am

Location: Hill’s Hill Field

Fee: $175 (six sessions)

Sunday Sessions

Ages: 3 – 5 years old

Dates: September 25 – October 30

Times: Ages 3 – 4 12:15pm – 1:00pm

Ages 4 – 5 1:05pm – 1:55pm

Location: Stratton School Green Space

Fee: $175 (six sessions)

Toddler and Youth Programs

All programs listed in order of start date.

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

Toddler & Youth Fall Soccer Programs

Ages 3 – 5 • Starts September 28

Super Soccer Stars

At Super Soccer Stars, it is our goal to teach soccer skills in a fun,

non-competitive, educational environment. Our philosophy is to use

soccer to nurture, to build self-confidence, and to develop teamwork

in every class. Our specially designed curricula use positive reinforce-

ment

and a low child-to-coach ratio to ensure that each child

improves at his or her own rate while having endless fun.

Wednesday Sections

Ages: 3 – 5 years old

Dates: September 28 – November 2

Times: Ages 3 – 4 9:00am – 9:45am

Ages 2 – 3 9:50am – 10.30am

Ages 4 – 5 10:35am – 11.25am

Friday Sections

Ages: 3 – 5 years old

Dates: September 30 –November 4

Times: Ages 3 – 4 9:00am – 9:45am

Ages 2 – 3 9:50am – 10.30am

Ages 4 – 5 10:35am – 11.25am

Sunday Sections

Ages: 3 – 7 years old

Dates: September 25 – October 30

Times: Ages 3 – 4: 8:30am – 9:15am

Ages 2 – 3: 9:20am – 10:00am

Ages 4 – 5: 10:05am – 10:55am

Ages 5 – 7: 11:00am – 12:00pm

Location: Hill’s Hill Field (Wednesdays and Fridays)

Stratton Field (Sundays)

Fee: $175 (six sessions)

Grades 2 – 6 • Starts November 28

Northeast Futsal Association

Winter Skills Clinic

Our futsal-specific curriculum aids players in their skill development.

The goal is to become comfortable and confident with the ball while

learning specific skills to then be utilized in fun but challenging

games. Classes will be broken down to teach both the technical

side (foot skills) as well as the tactical side (moving the ball properly

to create proper fluidity), and ending with small-sided games. Come

enjoy this fast-paced game with our Nationally Licensed staff!

Days: Mondays, six-week sessions

Dates: Session 1 November 28 – January 16

Session 2 January 23 – March 6

Times: Grades 2 – 4 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Grades 5 – 6 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Location: Thompson Elementary School

Fee: $145

Ages 2 – 5 • Starts September 24

Tiny Tykes Soccer

Our soccer experts and child development

professionals have designed an innovative

curriculum that introduces your young soccer

stars to the basic skills needed in soccer as

well as developing their motor, social, and

psychological skills. Our British coaches are

experts at working with young children and

will combine soccer with fun games; stories and music that keeps

your children entertained and enthused to return next week.

Days: Saturdays or Sundays

Dates: Saturday Sessions: September 24 – October 29

Sunday Sessions: September 25 – October 30

Times: Ages 2 – 3: Saturdays from 11:00am – 12:00pm

Ages 3 – 5: Saturdays from 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Ages 2 – 5: Sundays from 4:30pm – 5:30pm

Location: Thorndike Field

Fee: $120 per session (6 Classes)

Ages 1 – 5 • Starts September 28

Sidekick Sports After-School Soccer

Classes are structured around a low pressure,

fun environment with an emphasis on skill

development. The goal is to become

comfortable and confident with the ball

while learning specific skills to then be

utilized in fun but challenging games.

Classes will be broken down to teach both

the technical side (foot skills) as well as the tactical side (moving

the ball properly to create proper fluidity), and ending with small

sided games.

Come enjoy the beautiful game with our Nationally

Licensed staff!

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: September 28 – November 2

Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm

Location: Hill’s Hill Field

Fee: $115

Arlington Recreation Department

422 Summer Street

Arlington, MA 02474

www.arlingtonma.gov/recreation

781-316-3880 Main Number

781-641-5495 Fax

Registration

Information:

Mail-In, On-Line,

Phone, Fax &

Walk-in Registration:

March 8

Out-Of-Town Residents:

March 15

Arlington Recreation Program

Spring/Summer 2010

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at

www.arlingtonma.gov/recreation

Arlington Recreation Program

Spring/Summer 2010

Registration

Information:

Mail-In, On-Line,

Phone, Fax &

Walk-in Registration:

March 8

Out-Of-Town Residents:

March 15

Arlington Recreation Department

422 Summer Street

Arlington, MA 02474

www.arlingtonma.gov/recreation

781-316-3880 Main Number

781-641-5495 Fax

See Your Child in the Arlington

Recreation Program Guide

The Arlington Recreation Department invites you to submit

photographs for use in our program guides. Please mail your

submissions to rec[email protected]

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Bishop

Playground

25 Columbia Rd.

Buzzell

Field

29 Summer St.

Crosby

Park

34 Winter St.

Reinhart

Playground

at Cutter Park

30 Robbins Rd.

Florence

Playground

185 Florence St.

Hibbert

Playground

Hibbert St.

Hill’s Hill

Playground

422 Summer St.

Locke

Playground

51 Davis Rd.

Lussiano

Playground

60 North Union

St.

Magnolia

Park

40 Hebert Rd.

McClennen

Park

700 Summer St.

Menotomy

Rocks Park

Playground

129 Jason St.

Parallel

Park

167 Medford St.

Parmenter

Park

17 Irving St.

Peirce

Playground

85 Park Ave.

Poets Corner

Playground

300 Wadsworth Rd.

Robbins

Farm

Eastern Ave.

Spy Pond

Park

21 Pond Lane

Stratton

Playground

180 Mountain Ave.

Waldo

Park

65 Waldo Rd.

Whittemore

Robbins

Playground

700 Mass Ave

Age Appropriate 2 – 12 2 – 12 5 – 12 5 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 5 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 5 – 12 2 – 12 5 – 12 5 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12 2 – 12

SECTION 1: GENERAL SITE ACCESSIBILITY

Play Equipment

Route to edge

of play area

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✓✓

✘ ✘

Under

Renovation

✓✓

✓✓ ✓✓

Under

Renovation

✓✓ ✓✓

✘

Path to Equipment

Route from edge of

play to equipment

✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

Accessible Route

Surfacing Type

Wood

Chips

Wood

Chips

N/A

Wood

Chips

Rubber

Wood

Chips

Asphalt Asphalt Rubber

Asphalt/

Wood

Chips

Rubber N/A N/A Rubber

Asphalt/

Rubber

Asphalt/

Wood

Chips

Asphalt/

Wood

Chips

Asphalt/

Wood

Chips

N/A

SECTION 2: ACCESS TO GROUND LEVEL EQUIPMENT

Ground Level Play

(i.e. play houses, swings,

play panels, etc.)

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘

Ground Level Play

On accessible path

✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘

Play Table Clearance

Wheelchair accommodation

N/A N/A

✘ ✘

N/A N/A

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

N/A

✘

N/A N/A

✘

N/A

✘

N/A

Accessible Swing

N/A

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

N/A

Accessible Group

Swing

✓✓

✘

N/A

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

N/A

SECTION 3: ACCESS TO ELEVATED EQUIPMENT

Elevated Play

Components

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘

Transfer/Ramp

To elevated play

components

✘

✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✘

✘ ✘

Transfer/Ramp

N/A

✓✓

N/A N/A N/A N/A

✓✓ ✓✓

N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

SECTION 4: SITE AMENITIES

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓ ✓✓ ✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘

✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓

✘

✓✓

✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✘

✓✓

✘

Town of Arlington MA Playground Accessibility Checklist

A quick and easy accessibility guide to help playground users assess their playground options

The Town of Arlington Park Commission is committed to accessibility best practices and will continue to make improvements and upgrades as necessary.

(seasonal)

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Youth & Adult Fall Tennis Programs

with Matt Siegel Tennis, LLC

We create a fun, safe and welcoming learning environment at

Matt Siegel Tennis, LLC. Offering a variety of programming

(camps, clinics, private and group lessons, hitting sessions, etc)

to juniors and adults of ALL skill levels. Our goal is to have every

participant reach their full potential in the lifelong sport of tennis

through an experienced and enthusiastic coaching staff led by

Matt Siegel. Players are given the foundation to fall in love with

the game, and play with a whole lot of heart.

Matt Siegal is a former college tennis player who has worked

with Arlington Recreation Tennis for the past 10 years. He is

currently the Arlington High Boy’s Tennis coach and has led the

team to seven straight state tournament appearances.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Starts September 13

Adult Tennis 101 (Beginner)

Times: 6:00pm – 6:50pm

Adult Advanced Beginner

Times: 7:00pm – 7:50pm

Adult Intermediate

Times: 8:00pm – 8:50pm

Days: Tuesdays

Dates: September 13 – October 18 (6 sessions)

Location: Grove Street Tennis Courts

Fee: $99

Min/Max: 6/16

SOCIAL TENNIS

Adult Social Tennis:

Advanced Beginners

(NTRP Rating 2.5 – 3.0)

Times: 6:00pm – 7:20pm

Adult Social Tennis:

Intermediate/Advanced

(NTRP Rating 3.5+)

Times: 7:30pm – 8:50pm

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: September 14 – October 19 (6 sessions)

Location: Grove Street Tennis Courts

Price: $159

Min/Max: 6/16

JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAMS

Min/Max for all Junior Tennis Programs: 12/24

Ages 5 – 14 • Starts September 10

Saturday Morning Juniors

Beginner/Advanced Beginner Programs

Dates: September 10th – October 29th (8 sessions)

Ages & Times: 5 – 6 year olds 9:00am – 9:50am

7 – 9 year olds 10:00am – 10:50am

10 – 14 year olds 11:00am – 11:50am

Location: Spy Pond Tennis Courts

Fee: $139

Elementary & Gibbs School Students • Starts September 13

Afterschool Tennis Programming

Days: Tuesdays

Dates: September 13 – November 1 (8 sessions)

Days: Thursdays

Dates: September 15 – November 3 (8 sessions)

Ages & Times: 5 – 6 year olds 3:00pm – 3:00pm

7 – 9 year olds 4:00pm – 4:50pm

10 – 12 year olds 5:00pm – 5:50pm

Location: Grove Steet Tennis Courts

Fee: $139

Grade 6 – 8 • Starts September 12

Middle School Programs

Days/Dates: Mondays September 12 – October 31

Wednesdays September 14 – November 2

Fridays September 16 – November 4

Times: 5:00pm – 5:50pm

Location: Grove Street Tennis Courts

Fee: $139

Grade 9 – 12 • Starts September 12

High School Programs

Days/Dates: Mondays September 12 – October 31

Wednesdays September 14 – November 2

Fridays September 16 – November 4

Times: 3:30pm – 4:50pm

Location: Grove Street Tennis Courts

Price: $179

To schedule private lessons, or for any lesson-related

questions, contact Matt Siegel at [email protected]om

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

Pickleball Programs at the Crosby Courts

Dates: Session 1 September 19 – October 21 (x 10/10)

Session 2:

October 24 – November 25 (x 11/11, 11/24)

Skill Levels: See breakdowns to help choose which classes you

should signing up.

Equipment: Players DO NOT need to provide their own equipment

for classes. Eric has everything players need to get started.

Beginners and Improving Beginners

Intro to Pickleball/Coached

Beginners Doubles

This intro class is aimed at teaching new players the game, as

well as helping build confidence for improving players who may

not feel comfortable joining social groups just yet. 90-minute

sessions allow for ample instruction and playing actual games at

each class! Partner not necessary to attend.

Days: Monday and Fridays sessions (four weeks each)

Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

Fee: $35 per session

Improving Beginners and Intermediates

Skills And Drills

This 90-minute session will go more in depth regarding strategy

and execution on court. We will focus on specific aspects of the

game each week, and implement drills to help hammer home

those concepts on court. Each class will be ~45 minutes of drills

and ~45 minutes of game-play!

Days: Monday and Fridays sessions (four weeks each)

Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm

Fee: $35 per session

Improving Beginners, Intermediates, and Advanced

Social Doubles Meet Up

Come play games and meet new players in a fun and casual

setting! Participants in these sessions should have a solid

understanding of the game, rules, and scoring. Players will rotate

in and out of games based on the number of attendees on a

weekly basis. These sessions are not for beginners.

Days: Monday and Fridays sessions (four weeks each)

Time: 5:00-7:00

Fee: $30 per session

Skill Levels Breakdowns

Wondering what class you should be registering for? Please see the

basic descriptions below to help guide you in the right direction. If you

have any questions as to which class you should take, please contact

Coach/Instructor Eric Kevorkian at [email protected]

Beginner Levels

True Beginner: New to the game OR minimal experience. You

don't know, or have a vague understanding of the rules, scoring,

or how to play the game. You would NOT feel comfortable playing

a game without someone helping you with scoring or telling you

how/where to play.

Improving Beginner: You know how to play the game/the general

rules and know how to score, where to generally stand but remain

nconsistent in your ability to sustain rallies. You do not play at the

Non-Volley Zone line a lot and feel more comfortable staying back

in the court.

Intermediate Level

You have a firm understanding of how to play the game and are able

to sustain rallies with moderate consistency. You play, or attempt

to play, at the Non-Volley Zone on a consistent basis and look to

put points away whenever possible. You attempt to control shots

and apply dink shots.

Advanced Level

You know how to play aggressively and do the following with

consistency:

• Serve with varying depths, speed, and control

•

Return serves with varying degrees of depth, speed, and control,

and go to the Non-Volley Zone immediately upon return of serve

•

Understand and apply dinks, drop-shots, and lobs on a consistent

basis

Pickleball Programs at the Crosby Courts

with Eric Kevorkian

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Fall Adult Programs

Ages 18+ • Starts September 8

Early Morning Yoga at Stratton Field

This all-levels yoga class is ideal for

those who want a great start to their

day. We’ll wake up the body and mind

with gentle but challenging postures,

movement and breathwork.

Bring your yoga mat and a warm layer

for Savasana. Yoga blocks are helpful

but not required. Please let the

instructor know before class of any

injuries, pregnancies, or other medical situations so she can offer

modifications.

Instructor Lenore Wadman is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)

with Yoga Alliance. Lenore has been teaching yoga in the Greater

Boston Area for nearly 15 years.

Days: Thursdays

Dates: September 8 – October 13

Time: 6:30am – 7:30am

Location: Stratton School Field

Fee: $110 per participant

Ages 18+ • Starts September 9

Arlington Drop-in Badminton

at Dallin School

Badminton is a fast, fun, and social

game that can be played and enjoyed

by people of all ages. Even if you are

new to badminton, you will quickly

learn the basics and join others in exciting

games. Indoor badminton is more fun,

more exciting, and more energetic than

the “backyard badminton” that most

Americans are familiar with. Shuttlecocks

will be supplied. Some racquets will be available for use.

Days: Fridays nights

Dates: September 9 – December 16 (x 11/11, 11/25)

If any session is cancelled it will be made up on 12/23

Time: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Location: Dallin School

Fee: $185. You can also do drop-in classes for $25 cash at

the door.

Ages 18+ • Starts September 13

Expressive Dance Class

Sophie Leurent, originally from France, invites you to dance weekly

starting in September! Two classes inspired by Haitain dancer

and choreographer Herns Duplan, and 20th-century American

choreographer and anthropologist Catherine Denam: one at

lunch break during the week and one on Fridays’ late afternoon

for a “Happy Hour – Happy Dance” to celebrate the beginning of

the weekend!

Come and wake-up the sleeping dancer in you, all thanks to rhythm

and joie-de-vivre in this dance that links movements and voice.

A great moment to let it all go...to reconnect to yourself, to others

and to the nature that surrounds us! Accessible to all levels.

Oui, oui,

let’s practice together!

Days: Tuesdays and Fridays (six-week sessions)

Dates: Session A Tuesdays September 13 – October 18

Session B Fridays September 9 – October 14

Times: Tuesdays 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Fridays 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm

Location: Tuesdays Menotomy Rocks Park

Fridays Arlington Reservoir

Fee: $120 per participant

Ages 18+ • Starts September 21

Fall into Fitness with Free 2 Be Fitness

(“F2BF”) in the Park!

Fall is coming to Free 2 Be Fitness (“F2BF”)! Arlington Recreation

and F2BF are excited to continue this eight-week outdoor group

fitness program in the park. Wake up Wednesday morning for a

total body strength and conditioning class that utilizes a mix of

cardio and strength/total body weight exercises. F2BF’s motto

“start where you are – use what you have – do what you can” means

just that. F2BF in the park is intended for anyone interested in

working out with a group in a safe and supportive environment.

For more information on the program, please feel free to check

out www.free2befitness.com

Minimal equipment required for both courses: mat, towel,

mini resistance bands and two filled water bottles. Before the

first class, participants must have an initial movement screen

with the program director.

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: September 21 – November 9

Time: 6:20am – 7:10am

Location: Summer Street Complex Basketball Court (Located

next to the Ed Burns Arena, right off the Minuteman

Bike Trail)

Fee: $120 per participant

Arlington Recreation…Sign Me Up!

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

Youth Winter Soccer Programs

Grades 1– 8 • Starts December 5

ASC Winter Soccer Skills Clinic

Are you looking for a local opportunity

to improve your soccer skills

over the

winter? Arlington Soccer Club and

Arlington Recreation

are partnering

to provide an opportunity to develop

your technical

skills and speed of play.

The sessions will be dynamic, fun, and

fast-paced and will cover all areas of technical development. This

program is led by Coach Paige Forster, who has a USSF B License

and other FA and UEFA coaching badges in addition to over 10 years

of experience as a professional coach.

Days: Mondays

Dates: Session 1 December 5 – January 9 (x 12/26, 1/2)

Session 2 January 23 – February 13

Session 3 February 27 – March 20

Times: Grades 1 & 2 5:30-6:30pm

Grades 3 & 4 6:30-7:30pm

Grades 5-8 7:30-8:30pm

Location: Ottoson Middle School

Fee: $120

Grades 3– 8 • Starts December 13

Indoor Street Soccer with Coach Paige

This ever-popular program is designed to give

you thousands of

touches on the ball so that

you can learn new moves and sharpen

your

skills. Coach Paige will help you play with

confidence and encourage you to execute

those skills within a game

setting. Sessions will

be offered on Tuesdays and Wednesdays with

limited

enrollment. These sessions always sell

out, so reserve your spot ASAP!

Days: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Times: Grades 3 – 4 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Grades 5 – 8 7:05pm – 8:05pm

Dates: Session 1

Tuesdays December 13 – January 10 (x 12/27)

Wednesdays December 14 – January 11 (x 12/28)

Session 2

Tuesdays January 24 – February 14

Wednesdays January 25 – February 15

Session 3

Tuesdays February 28 – March 21

Wednesdays March 1 – March 22

Location: Hardy School Gymnasium

Fee: $120 per four-week session

Grades 1 – 8 • Starts January 14

Arlington Youth Futsal League

Under the guidance of Coach

Paige, Arlington Soccer Club

(ASC) will again partner with

Arlington Recreation to offer

an 8-week in-town winter

futsal league! This fun-focused

recreational league offers a

tremendous opportunity for

players to gain touches and

confidence in a playing

environment where development is emphasized over results.

Players must register individually. At the time of registration,

players will be prompted to specify whether they are enrolling as

a member of a team (and if so, the name of their coach) or as an

unaffiliated player. Unaffiliated players will be grouped into new

teams or placed onto pre-formed teams that have space on their

roster. Roster sizes will be capped at 10 players; a minimum of

eight players per team is required.

The Arlington Youth Futsal League focuses on the needs and

experiences of recreational (i.e. non-select) teams and players;

teams may carry up to two select players on their rosters, but

select teams are not permitted to enter the league as a team.

Arlington Recreation will supply game balls and gymnasium space.

ASC will provide uniforms and oversee all league activities. Games

are officiated by local Arlington referees.

Please have players register individually.

Deadline to register: Sunday, December 4, 2022.

Divisions:

Grades 1 & 2, Grades 3 & 4, Grades 5 & 6, Grades 7 & 8

Boys and girls will compete separately at all ages. Some

grade groupings may be realigned to ensure sufficient

numbers for a league experience.

Days: Saturdays

Dates: January 14 – March 11 (x 2/18)

Times:

Times will range from 8:00am to 6:00pm on Saturdays.

In general, girls games will be held in the afternoons,

while boys game could occur at any time. Schedule

will be available once the number of teams is finalized

and is subject to change as the league forms

Location: Ottoson Middle School

Fee: $160 for eight weeks of play

The Arlington Recreation Department Fall 2022/Winter 2023

Program was designed and produced by

SteveMoniakDesign.com

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Youth Basketball Programs

Grades K to 8 • Starts September 11

Arlington Basketball Club Skill Clinics

The Arlington Basketball Club is excited to continue in the Fall of

2022! The ABC will offer fun, high-quality and supportive basketball

programming for boys and girls to develop, learn and play basket-

ball.

ABC strives to provide age-appropriate and skill-appropriate

player development and coaching.

We teach solid fundamentals and foundational skills as part of

our

travel (played through the Arlington Recreation Department

as part of the MetroWest Basketball League) and developmental

programs

. This

approach enables us to have a strong, sustainable

program which

will develop basketball skills earlier with consis-

tency over time.

Run by qualified youth coaches, this Arlington-based, and supported

program will teach kids basketball skills while promoting fun,

teaching the game and developing skills. Instruction by Josh

Smith and qualified youth coaches

Choose either a weekday or weekend option; each individual

program is eight total sessions

Days: Sundays or Mondays (8 sessions)

Dates: Sundays September 11 – October 23 (x 10/9)

Mondays September 11 – October 23 (x 9/26)

Location: Ottoson Middle School (Wood Gym)

Fee: $150 per player

Grades Days Times

Boys Grades 1 & 2 Monday 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Boys Grades 3 & 4 Monday 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Boys Grades 5 & 6 Monday 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Boys Grades 7 & 8 Monday 8:00pm – 9:00pm

Girls Grades 1 & 2 Sunday 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Girls Grades 3 & 4 Sunday 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Girls Grades 5 & 6 Sunday 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Girls Grades 7 & 8 Sunday 7:00pm – 8:00pm

Coed K Sunday 4:00pm – 5:00pm

For more program information please visit

www.arlingtonbasketballclub.com

Grades 3 to Grade 8 • Practices begin in November

Competitive Travel Basketball

2022 – 2023 Season

Grade 3 new this season!

These are competitive, travel basketball teams. All interested

participants must attend tryouts and advanced registration online

is required. Coaches will notify players regarding the outcome of

the tryout within one week of the last try-out. Once notified,

participants must pay the balance of the fee before being allowed

to participate in practices.

Each team will practice one or two times per week. The new third-

grade program will have one practice per week. Teams will play

on average of one/two games per weekend and they will play

away games. Practices WILL NOT BE held if school is cancelled

due to inclement weather and during school vacation weeks;

however, individual coaches may opt to hold special practices

during this time at alternate locations. Practices WILL BE held on

early release days. Please remember that all schedules are subject

to change and may occasionally be affected by special school

activities and inclement weather. If you have questions or are

unsure about your schedule, please contact your coach directly.

League Dates: Beginning the first week of December and ending

approximately March 1, with practice beginning in November.

Location: Varies

Fee: $455 per participant (uniform to be purchased separately).

All players must pre-register prior to try-outs online. Register at

www.arlingtonrec.com

. Financial assistance and payment plans

are available, please contact Arlington Recreation for details.

Travel Basketball Tryout Information

(Dates and times are subject to change)

Dates: Grades 5 – 8 Week of September 26

Grade 3 – 4 Week of October 3

Location: Ottoson Middle School

Grades Gender Days Times

Grade 5 Girls Monday & Wednesday 6:00 pm – 7:15pm

Boys Monday & Wednesday 7:30pm – 9:00pm

Grade 6 Girls Tuesday & Thursday 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Boys Tuesday & Thursday 7:30pm – 9:00pm

Grade 7 Girls Monday & Wednesday 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Boys Monday & Wednesday 7:30pm – 9:00pm

Grade 8 Girls Tuesday & Thursday 6:00pm – 7:15pm

Boys Tuesday & Thursday 7:30pm – 9:00 pm

Grade 3 Girls Tuesday & Thursday 5:00pm – 6:15pm

Boys Tuesday & Thursday 5:00pm – 6:15pm

Grade 4 Girls Tuesday & Thursday 6:30pm – 7:45pm

Boys Tuesday & Thursday 6:30pm – 7:45pm

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

February Vacation Programs

Nashoba Valley Ski & Snowboard Program

Grade 2 – 8 • Starts February 21

Challenger Soccer Day Program

Join Challenger Soccer for this energetic program that gives

participants the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of soccer

in a non-competitive, fun environment. Kids will participate in a

variety of lessons and drills designed to familiarize them with

teamwork, sportsmanship, and coordination. Participants should

bring plenty of water and a lunch (if participating in full-day program)

each day.

Days: Tuesday – Friday

Dates: February 21 – February 24

Times: Full-Day 9:00am – 3:00pm

Half-Day 9:00am – 12:00pm

Location: Ottoson Middle School

Fees: Full-Day $210

Half-Day $174

Grade K – 8 • Starts February 21

Sidekick Sports Academy All-Sports Camp

We combine technical development and fundamental techniques

with a major focus on fun! Our activities will prepare athletes for

basketball, flag football, futsal (soccer), and track and field, while

inspiring a love for being active. Your children will develop their

athletic skills through professional coaches who will focus on

teaching a number of age-appropriate technical skills. We will

use fun, small-sided games and feature unique training. We will

combine everything as part of a week-long Olympics Tournament!

Days: Tuesday – Friday

Dates: February 21 – February 24

Times: Full-Day 9:00am – 3:00pm

Half-Day 9:00am – 12:00pm

Location: Gibbs School

Fee: Half Day $185

Full Day $245

Parent Volunteers: Parent volunteers are allowed to ski/snowboard

for free, but must attend all four weeks of the program. Parent

volunteers are assigned to same group for the entire program

and are responsible for taking attendance, assisting with equip-

ment rental, and chaperoning participants at Nashoba Valley.

Parent volunteer spaces are limited. If you are interested in

being a parent volunteer, please contact Arlington Recreation

at RecOffic[email protected].

The Learn to Ski Program provides ski or snowboard lessons, lift

tickets and transportation to the Nashoba Valley Ski Area in

Westford, MA. Participants should be independent, able to keep

track of their possessions, and keep to a schedule.

Grades: 3 – 5

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: Four sessions, January 11 – February 1

Time: 2:00pm – 6:30pm (times are approximate).

Lessons are scheduled for 4:15pm.

Fee: $375 per participant. Each week participants will have

time for free ski before lessons begin.

Equipment Rental: There will be a mandatory fitting in early

December in the lobby of the Ed Burns Arena. Rentals are estimated

to be $125 for the season, checks payable the night of the fitting

directly to Nashoba Valley (additional to registration fee). If you

plan on renting through Nashoba and do not make the date of

the fitting, it will be necessary to go to Nashoba on your own

before the first session for a private fitting. Helmets will be sold

at the fitting. Helmets can also be rented.

Transportation: The bus will meet at the Ed Burns Arena, 422

Summer Street. We will begin boarding at approximately 1:50pm.

Return location will be the same. If a session needs to be canceled

due to inclement weather, the session will be made up the next

consecutive Tuesday.

Registration Note: Please note that registration numbers are

limited and accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

February Vacation Programs

Arlington Recreation Program Guide Fall 2022 – Winter 2023

Community Sports Organizations

Arlington Town Tennis Association

arlingtontowntennis.com

Do you play tennis? Would you like to meet others who play tennis?

The mission of the Arlington Town Tennis Association (ATTA), a

non-profit organization is to promote and support the sport of

tennis for all ages in the town of Arlington. The ATTA will strive

to collaborate with other town organizations in the promotion

of its mission. ATTA is a volunteer organization. Visit our web site

to learn more about the ATTA and become a member. You do not

need to be a member to sign up for the ATTA newsletter, or events.

ATTA is a great way to meet others who play tennis.

Arlington Youth Baseball

and Softball (Little League)

aybsaonline.org

The Arlington Youth Baseball (ages 4 – 12) and Softball (ages 4 – 14)

Association is a non-profit

organization for Arlington children who

enjoy the game of baseball, centered on the ideals of good sports-

manship, honesty, loyalty, courage and respect. Our program

offers

spring, summer and fall baseball and softball programs to 1,100

kids. The League is intended to teach basic skills including throwing

hitting, catching flies, fielding grounders, and base running. We

also offer umpire opportunities to our graduating

players 12 years

of age or older. For more details about the various

programs we

offer, or to register your child to play, please visit our website.

Arlington Youth Lacrosse (AYL)

arlingtonlax.org

Arlington Youth Lacrosse is a volunteer-based organization com-

prised

of student-athletes, parents, coaches and supporters that

provides opportunities for Arlington’s boys and girls to learn about

the game

of lacrosse, to develop their skills through practice and

competition,

and to enjoy the camaraderie associated with team

play. We welcome everyone regardless of skill level or experience,

and offer in-town and travel-based spring programs for students

ranging from Grades 1 – 8.

Arlington Babe Ruth

Arlingtonbb.org

Arlington Babe Ruth Baseball Association is a non-profit organiza-

tion

that offers baseball to players between the ages 13 – 19. The

program is designed to allow the players to learn and advance

their skills in an

environment where fair play and competition is

encouraged, so as

to advance them into mature young adults on

and beyond the fields

of baseball. Our spring program offers two

levels of competitive play.

We then move into the summer program

with teams who play against

some surrounding towns. The fall

comes and we have teams who are made up of current and new

players. It is a great transition for the recent Cal Ripken grads to

get a taste of the “big diamond.”

Arlington Hockey Club (AHC)

Arlingtonice.com

The Hockey Club offers a high quality, affordable opportunity

for

girls and boys to play hockey from ages five to high school, with

instructional starting at age four. We provide

age-appropriate and

skill-appropriate player development and coaching and strive to

build solid foundational skills as part of our travel, developmen-

tal

and in-house programs, which enables us to have a strong,

sustainable

program year after year. Please visit our website to

learn more about

playing hockey in Arlington.

Arlington Soccer Club (ASC)

arlingtonsoccerclub.com

The Arlington Soccer Club provides an opportunity for children in

Arlington to learn, play and love the sport of soccer through

individual skills development, fitness, teamwork, and sportsman-

ship. We have

1,900 players, ranging from pre-K through high

school, and over 300 coaches. We offer both a spring and fall

season for players of all skill levels, ranging from the recreational

to Division 1 players. We offer in-town leagues for our younger

players, pre-K through 4th grade. Our older teams participate in

the BAYS soccer league and travel to other towns for games. We

also employ local referees

to officiate our games. For more details

about the various programs

we offer, to register your child to play

with our club, or to contact us, please visit our website.

Arlington Recreation...Sign Me Up! Register Online at arlingtonrec.com or by phone at (781) 316-3880

Arlington Parks, Fields, and Facilities

To request the use of a field or park for special event or outing, please submit a

field permit request to Joe Connelly, Director of Recreation at arlingtonma.gov /

Recreation / Parks and Fields / Field Use Request. Downloadable permit form can

also be found arlingtonrec.com

Bishop Field: Located at Bishop School on 25 Columbia Road. Park has a

softball/ little league field, open field area used for soccer, hardtop basketball

area, and a playground.

Brackett School: 66 Eastern Avenue. Playground and a hardtop basketball court.

Buck Field: 422 Summer Street. Park has a softball/little league field, access

to bike path.

Buzzell Field: 229 Summer Street. Area has two little league/softball fields,

a playground, picnic tables, a basketball court, and access to bike path.

Crosby School/Tennis Courts: Winter Street. Area has tennis courts,

pickleball courts, a playground, and a medium green space.

Cutter School Park: Between Robbins Road and School Street. Area has a

playground.

Ed Burns Arena: 422 Summer Street. An indoor ice facility, regulation-size

rink, spectator seating for 1,085 people, complete snack bar, vending machines,

skate rentals and skate sharpening.

Florence Field: 185 Florence Avenue. Area has a little league/softball field,

green space, playground, and basketball area.

The Great Meadows: Area is owned by the Town of Arlington. It is located

between two the Waldorf School and Lexington Christian Academy. Area has

walking trails.

Hibbert Playground: Hibbert Street. Area has a playground.

Hill’s Hill Field: 422 Summer Street. Open field for various sports or activities,

with access to bike path, and a playground.

Hurd Field: Located on Drake Road behind Trader Joes. Area has two softball/

little league fields, large open field, as well as access to bike path and the Reservoir.

Locke School Playground: David Road behind Locke School condos.

Lussiano Field: North Union Street. Area has a playground, basketball court,

picnic tables, softball/little league field, baseball field, and a big open field

used. The spray park located here is open from June to August.

Magnolia Field: On Herbert and Magnolia Street. Area has a playground,

basketball court, a large open field, community gardens area, and access to

the bike path.

McClennen Park: Summer Street, Lexington line. Area has playground, skate

park, walking trail, soccer fields, and little league field.

Menotomy Rocks Park: Jason Street. Area has open green spaces, picnic

area, playground, walking trails and fishing.

Ottoson Middle School: 630 Acton Street. Area has a softball/little league

field in back and practice area in front.

Parmenter Park: 17 Irving Street. Area has a playground and a basketball court.

Peirce School: 85 Park Avenue Extension. Area has a playground, basketball

court, and green space. Parking is available after 3:00pm.

Poet’s Corner: 175 Dow Avenue. Area has a playground, softball/little league

field, and basketball courts.

Reservoir Beach: Lowell Street. Seasonal beach and concession stand.

Year-round playground and walking path open to public.

Robbins Farm: 166 Eastern Avenue. Area has a baseball diamond, large green

space, basketball court, pickleball court, playground, summer-time movies in

the park, and a 4th of July celebration.

Robillard Field: 422 Summer St. Area has a baseball diamond.

Robbins Library: 700 Mass Ave. Area has a playground and a small green space.

Scannell Field: 90 Linwood Street. Area has a softball/little league field and

access to the bike path.

Spy Pond Field: 66 Pond Lane. Area has a baseball diamond, little league

field, a large open field, five full-size tennis courts and one tennis mini-court.

Spy Pond Park: Pond Lane. The area has a playground, boat ramp and access

to bike path.

Stratton School: 180 Mountain Avenue. Area has a playground, basketball

court, and a small green space.

Summer Street: 422 Summer Street. Area has an outdoor exercise park,

basketball court, baseball diamond (Robillard Field), large open field, and

access to the bike path.

Thorndike Field/Off-Leash Dog Park: Margaret Street. Area has fields for

soccer and lacrosse, Off-Leash Dog Park, and access to the bike path.

Turkey Hill: Dodge Street. Passive recreation and trails.

W. A. Peirce Turf Field: 869 Mass Ave. A turf field, six-lane track, baseball field,

softball/little league field, multi-purpose practice field, and basketball courts.

Waldo Park: Teal Street. Area has playground, basketball court and small

open area for play.

Wellington Park: Grove Street. Area has tennis courts, climbing wall and

passive recreation area.

Whittemore Robbins House: 700 Mass Ave. Area has a playground and a

small green space.

Arlington Parks, Fields, and Facilities

Hours: 7:00am – 9:00pm daily

• Courts are available for tennis and pickleball use only.

• Arlington Recreation programs take priority.

• Arlington residents may reserve

courts for guaranteed usage. To make

a reservation, go to playlocal.com.

Reservations can be made for 60 minutes only!

• Priority is given to players with proof of a reservation.

• Players, please use the honor system. Play is limited to 60 minutes for

Singles, and 90 minutes for Doubles.

• Players waiting to use a court should indicate that they are waiting, and

players on the courts should be respectful of those waiting.

• Private and semi-private lessons are NOT allowed on town courts.

• Place all trash and recycling in proper receptacles.

• No sports, games, or recreational activities other than tennis or pickleball

are allowed on tennis courts. No dogs allowed at any time on or off leash.

Town of Arlington Tennis Court Rules & Regulations

PER ORDER PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

Please call 781-316-3880 to report needed court repair

Arlington Recreation Department

422 Summer Street

Arlington, MA 02474

Arlington Recreation…Sign Me Up!

Non-Profit Org.

U.S. Postage

PAID

Boston, MA

Permit No.

59927

For more information please call 781-316-3880

Ages 2.9 – 5

Kid Care Preschool

The Arlington Recreation Department welcomes

your preschooler (ages 2.9 – 5 years) to join us in our

licensed preschool program. The Kid Care Preschool

Program is located at 352 Mass Avenue in Arlington.

Join us as we explore many activities supporting

your child’s natural curiosity in an environment that

encourages children’s artistic, scientific, sensory, verbal and written expression. Your child will

enjoy socializing with other children in a safe and welcoming environment.

The program is open to children 2.9 – 5 years old. Regular hours are 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. You

have the option to choose two to five days per week (two-day minimum, no single day option

available). There is a one-time enrollment fee of $50 for Kid Care Preschool. The tuition payment

is broken into (10) monthly payments. The monthly tuition based off the number of days

attending is as follows:

• $365/month for two days per week • $686/month for four days per week

• $526/month for three days per week • $839/month for five days per week

Preschool Extended Day Option: We will be offering an extended day option for

students from 12:30pm to 2:00pm (12:30pm – 1:00pm will include a time to eat lunch or a

snack provided from home and a quiet period.). Parents may choose one to five days per

week for extended day. We do need a minimum of five students per day to offer this service.

• $100/month for 1 day per week • $370/month for 4 days per week

• $200/month for 2 days per week • $450/month for 5 days per week

• $290/month for 3 days per week

Grades K – 5

Kid Care Afterschool

Arlington Kid Care, which is licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care, is

located at the Gibbs School. Children will have time for playing sports and games, music and

drama, weekly science experiments, arts and crafts, homework, and a caring staff. Students

will also have electives to choose from throughout the year. We currently accept students

(K – 5) from all Arlington elementary schools. Transportation is provided from these schools.

The program begins the first day of the school year but is not in session when Arlington Public

Schools are closed. We operate from the end of the school day (including early release days)

until 6:00pm. You have the option to choose two to five days per week (two-day minimum,

no single-day option available).

There is a one-time enrollment fee of $50 for Kids Care Afterschool. The tuition payment is

broken into (10) monthly payments. The monthly tuition for Kid Care Afterschool based off

the number of days attending is as follows:

• $270/month for 2 days per week • $507/month for 4 days per week

• $390/month for 3 days per week • $626/month for 5 days per week

Arlington Recreation Kid Care

After–School & Pre–School

Programs 2022–2023