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Saturday February 22, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Painting Class: Ages 6 & up - Unicorns!
Create your piece of art to take home and display on your wall! Our instructor Kelly Keenan, will walk you through step by step in this painting class featuring various themes.All painting supplies are included. Please wear a smock or an oversized shirt (paint will not wash out of clothes).This painting class is for ages 6 & up and all levels of painting - including beginners with little to no experience!The class will be held at the Parks and Recreation Building:561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488About Kelly Keenan: Kelly Keenan is a Southbury-based painter and potter. She has taught introduction classes in landscape and still life painting and ceramic hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing classes. In addition to being a practicing artist, she has worked in fine arts exhibitions for 20+ years, currently as the Director of Art Services for a NY/CT fine arts foundation. She is also the Chair of the Arts & Culture Subcommittee of the Southbury Economic Development Commission. ***Signup for 3 painting classes and get $15 off***In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer._________________________________________________________________ Unicorn - Sat, 2/22Sat, 3/15 - Phoenix Snake Experience - Sun, 3/8Paint a snake painting & have live interaction with ball pythons!
 
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Library: History Event
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Parent/Tot swim lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Sunday February 23, 2025
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Basic Skills Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Monday February 24, 2025
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Beginner Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Advanced Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Tuesday February 25, 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Photography: Grades 3-5 - Photography Class
Have you ever wanted to be a Photographer? Well, this is your chance! In this after school class, we’ll learn the basics of photography in all of its forms. We’ll learn about Composition, Lighting and other core strategies that allow professionals to take incredible photos.Tablets, Cameras, or Smartphones RequiredProgram takes place at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Class: January 21st through March 25th | 5:00pm-6:00pm In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Wednesday February 26, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Spooktacular Meeting
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM    AARP Senior Tax Service (Set-up at 11:30)
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Beginner Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Advanced Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Thursday February 27, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Centergy: Ages 18+ - Centergy
Grow longer and stronger with Centergy, an invigorating 60 minute mind-body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training and a focus on mobility and flexibility. Emotive music drives the experience as your breathe and sweat through this choreographed workout. Centergy is a great stand-alone workout for stretching and working on balance and strength, or exercisers might treat it as recovery from more physically demanding sports, such as running. All you need to bring is a Yoga mat and water.    IS CENTERGY FOR ME? Group Centergy is truly for everyone, removing barriers of age, gender, and fitness background. The consistent format of the program makes it easy for everyone to achieve success, master techniques over time, and return for more. Group Centergy is perfect for: New exercisers because the program makes it easy to work at your own pace The “fit-it-in-where-you-can” exerciser, because Group Centergy is a timely way to increase strength, flexibility, and to relax – all in one hour The athlete, because it keeps your body in peak condition, helps fight injury, and facilitates quick recovery Men and women of all ages and fitness experiences that want to enjoy the mental benefits of a mind-body discipline *Please note participants must be able to get down on the floor and up from the floor for certain exercises.Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer. 
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Centergy: Ages 18+ - Drop in Centergy: Single Class
Grow longer and stronger with Centergy, an invigorating 60 minute mind-body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training and a focus on mobility and flexibility. Emotive music drives the experience as your breathe and sweat through this choreographed workout. Centergy is a great stand-alone workout for stretching and working on balance and strength, or exercisers might treat it as recovery from more physically demanding sports, such as running. All you need to bring is a Yoga mat and water.    IS CENTERGY FOR ME? Group Centergy is truly for everyone, removing barriers of age, gender, and fitness background. The consistent format of the program makes it easy for everyone to achieve success, master techniques over time, and return for more. Group Centergy is perfect for: New exercisers because the program makes it easy to work at your own pace The “fit-it-in-where-you-can” exerciser, because Group Centergy is a timely way to increase strength, flexibility, and to relax – all in one hour The athlete, because it keeps your body in peak condition, helps fight injury, and facilitates quick recovery Men and women of all ages and fitness experiences that want to enjoy the mental benefits of a mind-body discipline *Please note participants must be able to get down on the floor and up from the floor for certain exercises.Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer. 
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Dungeons & Dragons: All Ages 3+ - Dungeons and Dragons Winter Adventure
Have you ever wanted to play the nationally-known game Dungeons and Dragons? Stretch your imagination telling stories with your friends and family while building useful creative skills? What about try the game they play in Stranger Things? Well this is your chance! In this multigenerational class, we'll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons. Along the way, adults will help pass on this classic gaming tradition and kids will develop social and emotional skills that will serve us well outside of the RPG (roll play game).Program is held at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Quest: January 23rd through March 27th Adventurers of all ages gather from 5:00pm-6:00pm All materials provided, just bring your imagination!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:15 PM - 6:30 PM    Chess by Western Connecticut Chess Academy: Ages 7+ - Checkmate!
Mr. Jim Santorelli has coached 13 National Champions and has 35 years of experience teaching children and adults. He is bringing his successful teaching skills to Southbury Parks & Recreation and teaches 2 different programs. FREE Scholastic ChessHave you ever wanted to try our Chess program but aren’t sure if it’s a good fit for you? Come try our FREE Chess showcase 5:30pm-7:00pm on Thursday January 9th at the Parks and Recreation building. Jim will be teaching the game, and this is also a great opportunity for experienced players to come test their skills with others. Register here Checkmate! (Ages 7-18)From beginner to advanced players. Beginners will be taught all the rules of chess as well as basic strategies. Advanced players will be taught all facets of tournament play Location:Classes will be held at the Southbury Parks & Recreation Building.561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Saturday March 1, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM    Dance by Main Street Ballet - Enchanted Ballet Winter 2: Saturdays (Register by 2/24)
Children at Main Street Ballet learn fundamental dance techniques taught in an environment of discipline, strength (both mental and physical) and joy with life! Our focus is your child's healthy development. Our elegant studios, plus exceptionally qualified staff (our teachers are university degreed, internationally accredited, or are performing professionals) will enhance your child's time at Main Street Ballet. As a reflection of the professional dance world, Main Street offers a ballet based curriculum augmented with other dance styles to prepare its dancers for careers that require them to be versed in many techniques. Enchanted Ballet - age 3 accompanied by parent/guardian This engaging class introduces young students to the joy of dance through creative dance, basic ballet movements, musicality, and imagination.PreBallet I - Ages 4-5 This introductory class for ages 4-5 introduces basic ballet movements and vocabulary while helping students develop coordination, strength, and a solid foundation for moving correctly and safely.PreBallet II - Ages 5-6This class for ages 5-6 introduces ballet techniques and vocabulary.Join us this summer for:Fairy Festival Dance Camp - Ages 4-9Camp features ballet, improvisational dance, crafts, stories, learning, and friendship!All classes held at: Main Street Ballet Center124 S. Pomperaug Ave, Woodbury, CTClass sizes are limited. Enroll now!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Parent/Tot swim lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Sunday March 2, 2025
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Painting Class: Ages 6 & up - In the style of... Impressionists!
Create your piece of art to take home and display on your wall! Our instructor Kelly Keenan, will walk you through step by step in this painting class featuring various themes.All painting supplies are included. Please wear a smock or an oversized shirt (paint will not wash out of clothes).This painting class is for ages 6 & up and all levels of painting - including beginners with little to no experience!The class will be held at the Parks and Recreation Building:561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488About Kelly Keenan: Kelly Keenan is a Southbury-based painter and potter. She has taught introduction classes in landscape and still life painting and ceramic hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing classes. In addition to being a practicing artist, she has worked in fine arts exhibitions for 20+ years, currently as the Director of Art Services for a NY/CT fine arts foundation. She is also the Chair of the Arts & Culture Subcommittee of the Southbury Economic Development Commission. ***Signup for 3 painting classes and get $15 off***In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer._________________________________________________________________ Unicorn - Sat, 2/22Sat, 3/15 - Phoenix Snake Experience - Sun, 3/8Paint a snake painting & have live interaction with ball pythons!
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Basic Skills Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Monday March 3, 2025
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Tennis Lessons: Ages 3+ - Indoor Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Ages 5-7
Southbury welcomes Tennis Director Greg Sansonetti and his adult staff- back by popular demand! Based in Fairfield County, Greg brings over 27 years' of tennis teaching experience. Junior Clinics offer a wide variety of teaching methods using USTA QuickStart tennis balls to develop forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves and incorporate those strokes into fun game situations. For more information, contact Greg at 203-414-9453 or visit www.fairfieldcountytennis.net.Winter classes will be held at Pomperaug Elementary School607 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Children should bring their own racquet to class. Racquets are also available for sale through instructors.Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Focus is on forehand, backhand, volley, and serves in game situations. Juniors continue to develop their strokes in game situationsRain Dates will extend the session if instructors deem necessary. Please ensure the email you sign up with is checked regularly for weather cancellation information. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Tennis Lessons: Ages 3+ - Indoor Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Ages 8-11
Southbury welcomes Tennis Director Greg Sansonetti and his adult staff- back by popular demand! Based in Fairfield County, Greg brings over 27 years' of tennis teaching experience. Junior Clinics offer a wide variety of teaching methods using USTA QuickStart tennis balls to develop forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves and incorporate those strokes into fun game situations. For more information, contact Greg at 203-414-9453 or visit www.fairfieldcountytennis.net.Winter classes will be held at Pomperaug Elementary School607 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Children should bring their own racquet to class. Racquets are also available for sale through instructors.Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Focus is on forehand, backhand, volley, and serves in game situations. Juniors continue to develop their strokes in game situationsRain Dates will extend the session if instructors deem necessary. Please ensure the email you sign up with is checked regularly for weather cancellation information. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Tuesday March 4, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Drop in Zumba: Single Class
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM    Mini Stars: Toddler Play - Spring Session
Toddlers up to 2 years will explore introductory-level sports in a parent/tot play-based atmosphere. This program will focus on gross and fine motor skill movements through games and free play while socializing toddlers with their peers. Toddlers should be able to walk on their own as we will be introducing hand-eye coordination. Caregivers and children should dress in comfortable clothing with closed-toe shoes ready to move! (During winter months, please bring a change of shoes to allow full range of motion)This program will be held in the Southbury Parks and Recreation- multipurpose room:561 Main St SouthSouthbury CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    Shooting Stars: Preschool Basketball - Spring Clinic
Give your child a head start in developing essential coordination and footwork skills through basketball! This class, designed for children ages 3-5, emphasizes movement and balance. Through fun, structured activities, your child will learn to improve their footwork, agility, and hand-eye coordination while exploring the basics of basketball, such as dribbling and passing. With drills tailored to their developmental level, your child will boost their confidence and physical skills in a supportive, playful environment. Join us and watch your little one thrive on and off the court!Student must bring:SneakersWaterDuring winter months, please bring a change of shoes to allow full range of motion.This program will be held in the Southbury Parks and Recreation- multipurpose room:561 Main St South Southbury CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Photography: Grades 3-5 - Photography Class
Have you ever wanted to be a Photographer? Well, this is your chance! In this after school class, we’ll learn the basics of photography in all of its forms. We’ll learn about Composition, Lighting and other core strategies that allow professionals to take incredible photos.Tablets, Cameras, or Smartphones RequiredProgram takes place at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Class: January 21st through March 25th | 5:00pm-6:00pm In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Wednesday March 5, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM    AARP Senior Tax Service (Set-up at 11:30)
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Gainfield Student 3/5
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Long Meadow Student 3/5
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Middlebury Student 3/5
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Pomperaug Student 3/5
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Beginner Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Advanced Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Thursday March 6, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Centergy: Ages 18+ - Centergy
Grow longer and stronger with Centergy, an invigorating 60 minute mind-body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training and a focus on mobility and flexibility. Emotive music drives the experience as your breathe and sweat through this choreographed workout. Centergy is a great stand-alone workout for stretching and working on balance and strength, or exercisers might treat it as recovery from more physically demanding sports, such as running. All you need to bring is a Yoga mat and water.    IS CENTERGY FOR ME? Group Centergy is truly for everyone, removing barriers of age, gender, and fitness background. The consistent format of the program makes it easy for everyone to achieve success, master techniques over time, and return for more. Group Centergy is perfect for: New exercisers because the program makes it easy to work at your own pace The “fit-it-in-where-you-can” exerciser, because Group Centergy is a timely way to increase strength, flexibility, and to relax – all in one hour The athlete, because it keeps your body in peak condition, helps fight injury, and facilitates quick recovery Men and women of all ages and fitness experiences that want to enjoy the mental benefits of a mind-body discipline *Please note participants must be able to get down on the floor and up from the floor for certain exercises.Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer. 
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Centergy: Ages 18+ - Drop in Centergy: Single Class
Grow longer and stronger with Centergy, an invigorating 60 minute mind-body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training and a focus on mobility and flexibility. Emotive music drives the experience as your breathe and sweat through this choreographed workout. Centergy is a great stand-alone workout for stretching and working on balance and strength, or exercisers might treat it as recovery from more physically demanding sports, such as running. All you need to bring is a Yoga mat and water.    IS CENTERGY FOR ME? Group Centergy is truly for everyone, removing barriers of age, gender, and fitness background. The consistent format of the program makes it easy for everyone to achieve success, master techniques over time, and return for more. Group Centergy is perfect for: New exercisers because the program makes it easy to work at your own pace The “fit-it-in-where-you-can” exerciser, because Group Centergy is a timely way to increase strength, flexibility, and to relax – all in one hour The athlete, because it keeps your body in peak condition, helps fight injury, and facilitates quick recovery Men and women of all ages and fitness experiences that want to enjoy the mental benefits of a mind-body discipline *Please note participants must be able to get down on the floor and up from the floor for certain exercises.Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer. 
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Dungeons & Dragons: All Ages 3+ - Dungeons and Dragons Winter Adventure
Have you ever wanted to play the nationally-known game Dungeons and Dragons? Stretch your imagination telling stories with your friends and family while building useful creative skills? What about try the game they play in Stranger Things? Well this is your chance! In this multigenerational class, we'll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons. Along the way, adults will help pass on this classic gaming tradition and kids will develop social and emotional skills that will serve us well outside of the RPG (roll play game).Program is held at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Quest: January 23rd through March 27th Adventurers of all ages gather from 5:00pm-6:00pm All materials provided, just bring your imagination!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:15 PM - 6:30 PM    Chess by Western Connecticut Chess Academy: Ages 7+ - Checkmate!
Mr. Jim Santorelli has coached 13 National Champions and has 35 years of experience teaching children and adults. He is bringing his successful teaching skills to Southbury Parks & Recreation and teaches 2 different programs. FREE Scholastic ChessHave you ever wanted to try our Chess program but aren’t sure if it’s a good fit for you? Come try our FREE Chess showcase 5:30pm-7:00pm on Thursday January 9th at the Parks and Recreation building. Jim will be teaching the game, and this is also a great opportunity for experienced players to come test their skills with others. Register here Checkmate! (Ages 7-18)From beginner to advanced players. Beginners will be taught all the rules of chess as well as basic strategies. Advanced players will be taught all facets of tournament play Location:Classes will be held at the Southbury Parks & Recreation Building.561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Friday March 7, 2025
4:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Parent's Night Out (Grades K-9) - March Parent's Night Out
Southbury Parks and Recreation's (SPR), Parent's Night Out Events offers parents/guardians to have an evening to themselves, while SPR offers an evening of activities, games, crafts, and dinner for children. These special events are for rising grades K-9, siblings will receive a $15 discount. Registrants will participate in a variety of structured activities and games! Participants will also have an opportunity to make specialty crafts to take home. Dinner, snacks, and beverages will be provided by Southbury Parks and Recreation from local restaurants.________________________________________________________________________________________________March - Parent's Night Out! Friday, March 7 (4:00pm - 8:30pm) Join us for an early spring Parent's Night Out event! Children will have dinner, snacks, play games, and do crafts with our staff. Drop-off will take place between 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM. Pick up no later than 8:30 PM.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Parent's Night Out takes place in the Southbury Parks and Recreation building in the Multipurpose Room561 Main Street SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Please enter through the Parks & Recreation entrance only (closest to the Pomperaug Elementary School Building). The dinner order is planned to be placed around 5:30pm. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________Our staff need the "Camp Form" completed which includes important information such as authorized pick up lists, emergency and allergy information. If you attended our summer camp in 2024, this form is already completed. If you need to fill out the form, it will pop up on your screen before checkout. It is up to the parent/guardian to check their child's "Camp Form" for accuracy and update it as needed. For steps on how to do this, click the 'How to edit your child's Camp Form' link below. By participating in this program, you understand that a late pick-up requires staff to remain after their scheduled time and that for every 15 minutes of lateness, families will be charged $15 per child for this care. Failure to pay may result in family members being unable to participate in future SPR activities. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM    Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Sensory Lab!
The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building- Multipurpose Room.These labs are great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens! NEW: Both new classes are taught by Assistant Director, Lexi & Rochambeau Middle School Student Sydney.Paper Mache Lab: In this 2 part class, participants will get messy building a paper mache turtle, shark, or koi fish to take home. In the first class we will construct and build the foundation and in the second we will paint and design the final product. Shark Study Lab: This educational Shark Education Class covers topics from Connecticut’s native sharks to water safety when encountering a shark! Although we cannot bring a live shark to class, participants will get to handle real shark teeth and touch objects that have the same feel as a shark. Participates will paint their own shark to take home.Family Game Night: We will provide the space - you provide the energy! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. All Families/Groups will be responsible for running their own games - we will clean up the mess! If you are hoping to play a game with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Program will run with any registration volume: you may be the only family at a particular night, staff will check you in but not run programming, be prepared to run your own games. You are welcome to bring your own games as well! In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Saturday March 8, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Yoga & Pilates Fusion (All Levels) Saturdays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM    Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Snakes + Ball Pythons (Combined Class)
The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building- Multipurpose Room.These labs are great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens! NEW: Both new classes are taught by Assistant Director, Lexi & Rochambeau Middle School Student Sydney.Paper Mache Lab: In this 2 part class, participants will get messy building a paper mache turtle, shark, or koi fish to take home. In the first class we will construct and build the foundation and in the second we will paint and design the final product. Shark Study Lab: This educational Shark Education Class covers topics from Connecticut’s native sharks to water safety when encountering a shark! Although we cannot bring a live shark to class, participants will get to handle real shark teeth and touch objects that have the same feel as a shark. Participates will paint their own shark to take home.Family Game Night: We will provide the space - you provide the energy! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. All Families/Groups will be responsible for running their own games - we will clean up the mess! If you are hoping to play a game with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Program will run with any registration volume: you may be the only family at a particular night, staff will check you in but not run programming, be prepared to run your own games. You are welcome to bring your own games as well! In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM    Dance by Main Street Ballet - Enchanted Ballet Winter 2: Saturdays (Register by 2/24)
Children at Main Street Ballet learn fundamental dance techniques taught in an environment of discipline, strength (both mental and physical) and joy with life! Our focus is your child's healthy development. Our elegant studios, plus exceptionally qualified staff (our teachers are university degreed, internationally accredited, or are performing professionals) will enhance your child's time at Main Street Ballet. As a reflection of the professional dance world, Main Street offers a ballet based curriculum augmented with other dance styles to prepare its dancers for careers that require them to be versed in many techniques. Enchanted Ballet - age 3 accompanied by parent/guardian This engaging class introduces young students to the joy of dance through creative dance, basic ballet movements, musicality, and imagination.PreBallet I - Ages 4-5 This introductory class for ages 4-5 introduces basic ballet movements and vocabulary while helping students develop coordination, strength, and a solid foundation for moving correctly and safely.PreBallet II - Ages 5-6This class for ages 5-6 introduces ballet techniques and vocabulary.Join us this summer for:Fairy Festival Dance Camp - Ages 4-9Camp features ballet, improvisational dance, crafts, stories, learning, and friendship!All classes held at: Main Street Ballet Center124 S. Pomperaug Ave, Woodbury, CTClass sizes are limited. Enroll now!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM    Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Ball Python Morphs
The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building- Multipurpose Room.These labs are great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens! NEW: Both new classes are taught by Assistant Director, Lexi & Rochambeau Middle School Student Sydney.Paper Mache Lab: In this 2 part class, participants will get messy building a paper mache turtle, shark, or koi fish to take home. In the first class we will construct and build the foundation and in the second we will paint and design the final product. Shark Study Lab: This educational Shark Education Class covers topics from Connecticut’s native sharks to water safety when encountering a shark! Although we cannot bring a live shark to class, participants will get to handle real shark teeth and touch objects that have the same feel as a shark. Participates will paint their own shark to take home.Family Game Night: We will provide the space - you provide the energy! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. All Families/Groups will be responsible for running their own games - we will clean up the mess! If you are hoping to play a game with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Program will run with any registration volume: you may be the only family at a particular night, staff will check you in but not run programming, be prepared to run your own games. You are welcome to bring your own games as well! In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Painting Class: Ages 6 & up - Special Event: Snake Experience!
Create your piece of art to take home and display on your wall! Our instructor Kelly Keenan, will walk you through step by step in this painting class featuring various themes.All painting supplies are included. Please wear a smock or an oversized shirt (paint will not wash out of clothes).This painting class is for ages 6 & up and all levels of painting - including beginners with little to no experience!The class will be held at the Parks and Recreation Building:561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488About Kelly Keenan: Kelly Keenan is a Southbury-based painter and potter. She has taught introduction classes in landscape and still life painting and ceramic hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing classes. In addition to being a practicing artist, she has worked in fine arts exhibitions for 20+ years, currently as the Director of Art Services for a NY/CT fine arts foundation. She is also the Chair of the Arts & Culture Subcommittee of the Southbury Economic Development Commission. ***Signup for 3 painting classes and get $15 off***In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer._________________________________________________________________ Unicorn - Sat, 2/22Sat, 3/15 - Phoenix Snake Experience - Sun, 3/8Paint a snake painting & have live interaction with ball pythons!
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM    Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Reptile Feeding
The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building- Multipurpose Room.These labs are great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens! NEW: Both new classes are taught by Assistant Director, Lexi & Rochambeau Middle School Student Sydney.Paper Mache Lab: In this 2 part class, participants will get messy building a paper mache turtle, shark, or koi fish to take home. In the first class we will construct and build the foundation and in the second we will paint and design the final product. Shark Study Lab: This educational Shark Education Class covers topics from Connecticut’s native sharks to water safety when encountering a shark! Although we cannot bring a live shark to class, participants will get to handle real shark teeth and touch objects that have the same feel as a shark. Participates will paint their own shark to take home.Family Game Night: We will provide the space - you provide the energy! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. All Families/Groups will be responsible for running their own games - we will clean up the mess! If you are hoping to play a game with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Program will run with any registration volume: you may be the only family at a particular night, staff will check you in but not run programming, be prepared to run your own games. You are welcome to bring your own games as well! In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Sunday March 9, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Yoga for All (All Levels) Sundays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Painting Class: Ages 6 & up - In the style of... Abstract!
Create your piece of art to take home and display on your wall! Our instructor Kelly Keenan, will walk you through step by step in this painting class featuring various themes.All painting supplies are included. Please wear a smock or an oversized shirt (paint will not wash out of clothes).This painting class is for ages 6 & up and all levels of painting - including beginners with little to no experience!The class will be held at the Parks and Recreation Building:561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488About Kelly Keenan: Kelly Keenan is a Southbury-based painter and potter. She has taught introduction classes in landscape and still life painting and ceramic hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing classes. In addition to being a practicing artist, she has worked in fine arts exhibitions for 20+ years, currently as the Director of Art Services for a NY/CT fine arts foundation. She is also the Chair of the Arts & Culture Subcommittee of the Southbury Economic Development Commission. ***Signup for 3 painting classes and get $15 off***In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer._________________________________________________________________ Unicorn - Sat, 2/22Sat, 3/15 - Phoenix Snake Experience - Sun, 3/8Paint a snake painting & have live interaction with ball pythons!
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Basic Skills Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Monday March 10, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Core Yoga (Level 2) Mondays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Beginner Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Tennis Lessons: Ages 3+ - Indoor Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Ages 5-7
Southbury welcomes Tennis Director Greg Sansonetti and his adult staff- back by popular demand! Based in Fairfield County, Greg brings over 27 years' of tennis teaching experience. Junior Clinics offer a wide variety of teaching methods using USTA QuickStart tennis balls to develop forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves and incorporate those strokes into fun game situations. For more information, contact Greg at 203-414-9453 or visit www.fairfieldcountytennis.net.Winter classes will be held at Pomperaug Elementary School607 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Children should bring their own racquet to class. Racquets are also available for sale through instructors.Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Focus is on forehand, backhand, volley, and serves in game situations. Juniors continue to develop their strokes in game situationsRain Dates will extend the session if instructors deem necessary. Please ensure the email you sign up with is checked regularly for weather cancellation information. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Advanced Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Tennis Lessons: Ages 3+ - Indoor Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Ages 8-11
Southbury welcomes Tennis Director Greg Sansonetti and his adult staff- back by popular demand! Based in Fairfield County, Greg brings over 27 years' of tennis teaching experience. Junior Clinics offer a wide variety of teaching methods using USTA QuickStart tennis balls to develop forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves and incorporate those strokes into fun game situations. For more information, contact Greg at 203-414-9453 or visit www.fairfieldcountytennis.net.Winter classes will be held at Pomperaug Elementary School607 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Children should bring their own racquet to class. Racquets are also available for sale through instructors.Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Focus is on forehand, backhand, volley, and serves in game situations. Juniors continue to develop their strokes in game situationsRain Dates will extend the session if instructors deem necessary. Please ensure the email you sign up with is checked regularly for weather cancellation information. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Tuesday March 11, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Drop in Zumba: Single Class
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Library: History Event
 
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM    Mini Stars: Toddler Play - Spring Session
Toddlers up to 2 years will explore introductory-level sports in a parent/tot play-based atmosphere. This program will focus on gross and fine motor skill movements through games and free play while socializing toddlers with their peers. Toddlers should be able to walk on their own as we will be introducing hand-eye coordination. Caregivers and children should dress in comfortable clothing with closed-toe shoes ready to move! (During winter months, please bring a change of shoes to allow full range of motion)This program will be held in the Southbury Parks and Recreation- multipurpose room:561 Main St SouthSouthbury CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    Shooting Stars: Preschool Basketball - Spring Clinic
Give your child a head start in developing essential coordination and footwork skills through basketball! This class, designed for children ages 3-5, emphasizes movement and balance. Through fun, structured activities, your child will learn to improve their footwork, agility, and hand-eye coordination while exploring the basics of basketball, such as dribbling and passing. With drills tailored to their developmental level, your child will boost their confidence and physical skills in a supportive, playful environment. Join us and watch your little one thrive on and off the court!Student must bring:SneakersWaterDuring winter months, please bring a change of shoes to allow full range of motion.This program will be held in the Southbury Parks and Recreation- multipurpose room:561 Main St South Southbury CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Photography: Grades 3-5 - Photography Class
Have you ever wanted to be a Photographer? Well, this is your chance! In this after school class, we’ll learn the basics of photography in all of its forms. We’ll learn about Composition, Lighting and other core strategies that allow professionals to take incredible photos.Tablets, Cameras, or Smartphones RequiredProgram takes place at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Class: January 21st through March 25th | 5:00pm-6:00pm In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM    Panther Prep Volleyball: Grades 5-8 - Spring Volleyball
Participants will learn volleyball skills such as bump, set, serve, and spike, as well as basic rotation and strategy. High school volleyball team members will be present as assistant coaches to ensure participants have access to one on one coaching to bolster existing skills as well as welcome new players to the Pomperaug Volleyball Community!Spring Session:Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3/11-4/3 5:00pm-6:30pmLocation:PHS Main Gym234 Judd RdSouthbury, CT 06488Please bring:- Water- Sneakers to change into (street shoes are not permitted on the gym floor)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Drop in Zumba: Single Class
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Wednesday March 12, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Core Yoga (Level 2) Wednesdays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM    AARP Senior Tax Service (Set-up at 11:30)
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Beginner Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Advanced Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Thursday March 13, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Centergy: Ages 18+ - Centergy
Grow longer and stronger with Centergy, an invigorating 60 minute mind-body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training and a focus on mobility and flexibility. Emotive music drives the experience as your breathe and sweat through this choreographed workout. Centergy is a great stand-alone workout for stretching and working on balance and strength, or exercisers might treat it as recovery from more physically demanding sports, such as running. All you need to bring is a Yoga mat and water.    IS CENTERGY FOR ME? Group Centergy is truly for everyone, removing barriers of age, gender, and fitness background. The consistent format of the program makes it easy for everyone to achieve success, master techniques over time, and return for more. Group Centergy is perfect for: New exercisers because the program makes it easy to work at your own pace The “fit-it-in-where-you-can” exerciser, because Group Centergy is a timely way to increase strength, flexibility, and to relax – all in one hour The athlete, because it keeps your body in peak condition, helps fight injury, and facilitates quick recovery Men and women of all ages and fitness experiences that want to enjoy the mental benefits of a mind-body discipline *Please note participants must be able to get down on the floor and up from the floor for certain exercises.Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer. 
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Dungeons & Dragons: All Ages 3+ - Dungeons and Dragons Winter Adventure
Have you ever wanted to play the nationally-known game Dungeons and Dragons? Stretch your imagination telling stories with your friends and family while building useful creative skills? What about try the game they play in Stranger Things? Well this is your chance! In this multigenerational class, we'll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons. Along the way, adults will help pass on this classic gaming tradition and kids will develop social and emotional skills that will serve us well outside of the RPG (roll play game).Program is held at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Quest: January 23rd through March 27th Adventurers of all ages gather from 5:00pm-6:00pm All materials provided, just bring your imagination!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM    Panther Prep Volleyball: Grades 5-8 - Spring Volleyball
Participants will learn volleyball skills such as bump, set, serve, and spike, as well as basic rotation and strategy. High school volleyball team members will be present as assistant coaches to ensure participants have access to one on one coaching to bolster existing skills as well as welcome new players to the Pomperaug Volleyball Community!Spring Session:Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3/11-4/3 5:00pm-6:30pmLocation:PHS Main Gym234 Judd RdSouthbury, CT 06488Please bring:- Water- Sneakers to change into (street shoes are not permitted on the gym floor)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Juniorettes
 
Saturday March 15, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Yoga & Pilates Fusion (All Levels) Saturdays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM    Dance by Main Street Ballet - Enchanted Ballet Winter 2: Saturdays (Register by 2/24)
Children at Main Street Ballet learn fundamental dance techniques taught in an environment of discipline, strength (both mental and physical) and joy with life! Our focus is your child's healthy development. Our elegant studios, plus exceptionally qualified staff (our teachers are university degreed, internationally accredited, or are performing professionals) will enhance your child's time at Main Street Ballet. As a reflection of the professional dance world, Main Street offers a ballet based curriculum augmented with other dance styles to prepare its dancers for careers that require them to be versed in many techniques. Enchanted Ballet - age 3 accompanied by parent/guardian This engaging class introduces young students to the joy of dance through creative dance, basic ballet movements, musicality, and imagination.PreBallet I - Ages 4-5 This introductory class for ages 4-5 introduces basic ballet movements and vocabulary while helping students develop coordination, strength, and a solid foundation for moving correctly and safely.PreBallet II - Ages 5-6This class for ages 5-6 introduces ballet techniques and vocabulary.Join us this summer for:Fairy Festival Dance Camp - Ages 4-9Camp features ballet, improvisational dance, crafts, stories, learning, and friendship!All classes held at: Main Street Ballet Center124 S. Pomperaug Ave, Woodbury, CTClass sizes are limited. Enroll now!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    9:30 - 11:30 Trout Unlimited Fly Tying
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Paint Class- Phoenix MAKEUP PLACEHOLDER IF NEEDED!
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Paper-Mache
The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building- Multipurpose Room.These labs are great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens! NEW: Both new classes are taught by Assistant Director, Lexi & Rochambeau Middle School Student Sydney.Paper Mache Lab: In this 2 part class, participants will get messy building a paper mache turtle, shark, or koi fish to take home. In the first class we will construct and build the foundation and in the second we will paint and design the final product. Shark Study Lab: This educational Shark Education Class covers topics from Connecticut’s native sharks to water safety when encountering a shark! Although we cannot bring a live shark to class, participants will get to handle real shark teeth and touch objects that have the same feel as a shark. Participates will paint their own shark to take home.Family Game Night: We will provide the space - you provide the energy! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. All Families/Groups will be responsible for running their own games - we will clean up the mess! If you are hoping to play a game with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Program will run with any registration volume: you may be the only family at a particular night, staff will check you in but not run programming, be prepared to run your own games. You are welcome to bring your own games as well! In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Paint Class- Phoenix MAKEUP PLACEHOLDER IF NEEDED!
 
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Painting Class: Ages 6 & up - Phoenix!
Create your piece of art to take home and display on your wall! Our instructor Kelly Keenan, will walk you through step by step in this painting class featuring various themes.All painting supplies are included. Please wear a smock or an oversized shirt (paint will not wash out of clothes).This painting class is for ages 6 & up and all levels of painting - including beginners with little to no experience!The class will be held at the Parks and Recreation Building:561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488About Kelly Keenan: Kelly Keenan is a Southbury-based painter and potter. She has taught introduction classes in landscape and still life painting and ceramic hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing classes. In addition to being a practicing artist, she has worked in fine arts exhibitions for 20+ years, currently as the Director of Art Services for a NY/CT fine arts foundation. She is also the Chair of the Arts & Culture Subcommittee of the Southbury Economic Development Commission. ***Signup for 3 painting classes and get $15 off***In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer._________________________________________________________________ Unicorn - Sat, 2/22Sat, 3/15 - Phoenix Snake Experience - Sun, 3/8Paint a snake painting & have live interaction with ball pythons!
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Parent/Tot swim lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Sunday March 16, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Yoga for All (All Levels) Sundays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Painting Class: Ages 6 & up - In the style of... Bob Ross!
Create your piece of art to take home and display on your wall! Our instructor Kelly Keenan, will walk you through step by step in this painting class featuring various themes.All painting supplies are included. Please wear a smock or an oversized shirt (paint will not wash out of clothes).This painting class is for ages 6 & up and all levels of painting - including beginners with little to no experience!The class will be held at the Parks and Recreation Building:561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488About Kelly Keenan: Kelly Keenan is a Southbury-based painter and potter. She has taught introduction classes in landscape and still life painting and ceramic hand-building, wheel-throwing, and glazing classes. In addition to being a practicing artist, she has worked in fine arts exhibitions for 20+ years, currently as the Director of Art Services for a NY/CT fine arts foundation. She is also the Chair of the Arts & Culture Subcommittee of the Southbury Economic Development Commission. ***Signup for 3 painting classes and get $15 off***In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer._________________________________________________________________ Unicorn - Sat, 2/22Sat, 3/15 - Phoenix Snake Experience - Sun, 3/8Paint a snake painting & have live interaction with ball pythons!
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Basic Skills Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Monday March 17, 2025
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Core Yoga (Level 2) Mondays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Beginner Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Tennis Lessons: Ages 3+ - Indoor Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Ages 5-7
Southbury welcomes Tennis Director Greg Sansonetti and his adult staff- back by popular demand! Based in Fairfield County, Greg brings over 27 years' of tennis teaching experience. Junior Clinics offer a wide variety of teaching methods using USTA QuickStart tennis balls to develop forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves and incorporate those strokes into fun game situations. For more information, contact Greg at 203-414-9453 or visit www.fairfieldcountytennis.net.Winter classes will be held at Pomperaug Elementary School607 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Children should bring their own racquet to class. Racquets are also available for sale through instructors.Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Focus is on forehand, backhand, volley, and serves in game situations. Juniors continue to develop their strokes in game situationsRain Dates will extend the session if instructors deem necessary. Please ensure the email you sign up with is checked regularly for weather cancellation information. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Advanced Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Tennis Lessons: Ages 3+ - Indoor Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Ages 8-11
Southbury welcomes Tennis Director Greg Sansonetti and his adult staff- back by popular demand! Based in Fairfield County, Greg brings over 27 years' of tennis teaching experience. Junior Clinics offer a wide variety of teaching methods using USTA QuickStart tennis balls to develop forehand, backhand, volleys, and serves and incorporate those strokes into fun game situations. For more information, contact Greg at 203-414-9453 or visit www.fairfieldcountytennis.net.Winter classes will be held at Pomperaug Elementary School607 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Children should bring their own racquet to class. Racquets are also available for sale through instructors.Junior Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Focus is on forehand, backhand, volley, and serves in game situations. Juniors continue to develop their strokes in game situationsRain Dates will extend the session if instructors deem necessary. Please ensure the email you sign up with is checked regularly for weather cancellation information. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Tuesday March 18, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Drop in Zumba: Single Class
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
3:45 PM - 4:15 PM    Mini Stars: Toddler Play - Spring Session
Toddlers up to 2 years will explore introductory-level sports in a parent/tot play-based atmosphere. This program will focus on gross and fine motor skill movements through games and free play while socializing toddlers with their peers. Toddlers should be able to walk on their own as we will be introducing hand-eye coordination. Caregivers and children should dress in comfortable clothing with closed-toe shoes ready to move! (During winter months, please bring a change of shoes to allow full range of motion)This program will be held in the Southbury Parks and Recreation- multipurpose room:561 Main St SouthSouthbury CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    Shooting Stars: Preschool Basketball - Spring Clinic
Give your child a head start in developing essential coordination and footwork skills through basketball! This class, designed for children ages 3-5, emphasizes movement and balance. Through fun, structured activities, your child will learn to improve their footwork, agility, and hand-eye coordination while exploring the basics of basketball, such as dribbling and passing. With drills tailored to their developmental level, your child will boost their confidence and physical skills in a supportive, playful environment. Join us and watch your little one thrive on and off the court!Student must bring:SneakersWaterDuring winter months, please bring a change of shoes to allow full range of motion.This program will be held in the Southbury Parks and Recreation- multipurpose room:561 Main St South Southbury CT 06488In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Photography: Grades 3-5 - Photography Class
Have you ever wanted to be a Photographer? Well, this is your chance! In this after school class, we’ll learn the basics of photography in all of its forms. We’ll learn about Composition, Lighting and other core strategies that allow professionals to take incredible photos.Tablets, Cameras, or Smartphones RequiredProgram takes place at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Class: January 21st through March 25th | 5:00pm-6:00pm In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM    Panther Prep Volleyball: Grades 5-8 - Spring Volleyball
Participants will learn volleyball skills such as bump, set, serve, and spike, as well as basic rotation and strategy. High school volleyball team members will be present as assistant coaches to ensure participants have access to one on one coaching to bolster existing skills as well as welcome new players to the Pomperaug Volleyball Community!Spring Session:Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3/11-4/3 5:00pm-6:30pmLocation:PHS Main Gym234 Judd RdSouthbury, CT 06488Please bring:- Water- Sneakers to change into (street shoes are not permitted on the gym floor)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Drop in Zumba: Single Class
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba
Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning! Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years! No previous dance experience is necessary! We will learn together. You will not even realize you are working out! Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Wednesday March 19, 2025
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Open Play - All Levels
 
9:30 AM - 10:45 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Core Yoga (Level 2) Wednesdays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM    AARP Senior Tax Service (Set-up at 11:30)
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Gainfield Student 3/19
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Long Meadow Student 3/19
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Middlebury Student 3/19
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Pomperaug Student 3/19
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Beginner Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Taekwon-Do: Ages 7+ - Taekwon-Do: Advanced Register by 1/20
TAEKWON-DOTaught by award-winning black belts, participants learn sparing, age-appropriate self-defense, safety awareness, patterns and much more through Taekwon-do, a Korean martial art. Taekwon-do helps kids learn respect for themselves and for others, heightens concentration and increases self-restraint. Adults gain improved health, better balance, flexibility and personal protection. Uniforms are not required, although recommended. For more information about the program, Taekwon-do, the instructors, and where you can purchase a uniform, see the program’s website SouthburyTKD.com. Family discount: every additional member of your household will receive a $25 discount (applied at check out).In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Thursday March 20, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Centergy: Ages 18+ - Centergy
Grow longer and stronger with Centergy, an invigorating 60 minute mind-body workout. It incorporates yoga and Pilates fundamentals with athletic training and a focus on mobility and flexibility. Emotive music drives the experience as your breathe and sweat through this choreographed workout. Centergy is a great stand-alone workout for stretching and working on balance and strength, or exercisers might treat it as recovery from more physically demanding sports, such as running. All you need to bring is a Yoga mat and water.    IS CENTERGY FOR ME? Group Centergy is truly for everyone, removing barriers of age, gender, and fitness background. The consistent format of the program makes it easy for everyone to achieve success, master techniques over time, and return for more. Group Centergy is perfect for: New exercisers because the program makes it easy to work at your own pace The “fit-it-in-where-you-can” exerciser, because Group Centergy is a timely way to increase strength, flexibility, and to relax – all in one hour The athlete, because it keeps your body in peak condition, helps fight injury, and facilitates quick recovery Men and women of all ages and fitness experiences that want to enjoy the mental benefits of a mind-body discipline *Please note participants must be able to get down on the floor and up from the floor for certain exercises.Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer. 
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Gainfield Student 3/20
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Long Meadow Student 3/20
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Middlebury Student 3/20
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Region 15 Elementary Schools Half Day Adventures: Grades K-5 - Pomperaug Student 3/20
Join us at Parks and Recreation on select half days for Region 15 Elementary schools! Programs will have a day camp atmosphere and will feature different activities and games. Please register for the Adventure according to your child's current school enrollment. Wednesday, March 5thWednesday, March 19thThursday, March 20thWednesday, April 30thStudents from Pomperaug Elementary, Gainfield Elementary, Long Meadow Elementary, and Middlebury Elementary are welcome to join us for an afternoon of crafts and activities! Transportation will be provided from PES, GES, and LMES ONLY to the Parks and Recreation building. Upon registration, parents will sign digitally giving permission for Parks and Rec staff to pick up at dismissal and walk or bus participants to our building. MES students must have their own transportation to Parks and Rec. NEW THIS YEAR!Students from Long Meadow Elementary School are welcome to join WITH transportation provided!Students from Middlebury Elementary School are welcome to join: parents must provide their own transportation to the Parks and Rec building. The Half Day Adventure will run until 4:00pm - Please pack an afternoon snack and water bottle. If a Child Program Form has been completed previously, please confirm all information is correct.ADDITIONAL OFFER: we have added the option of After-camp which extends your adventure from 4:00pm to 5:30pm for $12 per day. Option to add during check out process.PES, GES, and LMES families must complete Region 15's online "School Dismissal Manager" assigning Early Dismissal Park and Rec as the choice for your student the day of the programMES families must provide transportation from MES to the Parks and Rec building for your student the day of the programIn order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM    Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - ICY Tie Dye Lab
The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building- Multipurpose Room.These labs are great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens! NEW: Both new classes are taught by Assistant Director, Lexi & Rochambeau Middle School Student Sydney.Paper Mache Lab: In this 2 part class, participants will get messy building a paper mache turtle, shark, or koi fish to take home. In the first class we will construct and build the foundation and in the second we will paint and design the final product. Shark Study Lab: This educational Shark Education Class covers topics from Connecticut’s native sharks to water safety when encountering a shark! Although we cannot bring a live shark to class, participants will get to handle real shark teeth and touch objects that have the same feel as a shark. Participates will paint their own shark to take home.Family Game Night: We will provide the space - you provide the energy! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. All Families/Groups will be responsible for running their own games - we will clean up the mess! If you are hoping to play a game with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Program will run with any registration volume: you may be the only family at a particular night, staff will check you in but not run programming, be prepared to run your own games. You are welcome to bring your own games as well! In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Dungeons & Dragons: All Ages 3+ - Dungeons and Dragons Winter Adventure
Have you ever wanted to play the nationally-known game Dungeons and Dragons? Stretch your imagination telling stories with your friends and family while building useful creative skills? What about try the game they play in Stranger Things? Well this is your chance! In this multigenerational class, we'll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons. Along the way, adults will help pass on this classic gaming tradition and kids will develop social and emotional skills that will serve us well outside of the RPG (roll play game).Program is held at the Parks and Recreation Building: 561 Main St SouthNext Quest: January 23rd through March 27th Adventurers of all ages gather from 5:00pm-6:00pm All materials provided, just bring your imagination!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM    Panther Prep Volleyball: Grades 5-8 - Spring Volleyball
Participants will learn volleyball skills such as bump, set, serve, and spike, as well as basic rotation and strategy. High school volleyball team members will be present as assistant coaches to ensure participants have access to one on one coaching to bolster existing skills as well as welcome new players to the Pomperaug Volleyball Community!Spring Session:Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3/11-4/3 5:00pm-6:30pmLocation:PHS Main Gym234 Judd RdSouthbury, CT 06488Please bring:- Water- Sneakers to change into (street shoes are not permitted on the gym floor)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
Saturday March 22, 2025
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM    Yoga by Flow to Fit Yoga Studio: Ages 16+ - Yoga & Pilates Fusion (All Levels) Saturdays
Flow to Fit Yoga is Southbury's leading yoga studio and yoga school! We offer group and private yoga, Pilates, and strength training. With emphasis on proper breathing, mindful movement, and alignment we can help you build strength, increase flexibility, improve cardiovascular health, lose weight, and manage stress.Flow to Fit YogaBennett Square, Unit 44D,134 Main StreetCore Level 1- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves slowly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Core Level 2- Vinyasa flow style class with emphasis on building core strength. This class moves quickly through postures to build strength, increase flexibility, improve balance and reduce stress. Yoga experience helpful but not necessary.Yoga & Pilates Fusion- A class that combines the breathing and stretching of yoga with the core tightening and strengthening of Pilates. This class begins with some gentle yoga stretching and moves on to a powerful, full body workout using weights, balls, and bands. Class then cools down with more yoga and a final relaxation period.Yoga for All- Designed for those newer to yoga or those wanting a basic flow class. This class introduces foundational yoga postures, teaches you how to breath and helps you feel more comfortable in the yoga practice. Although this class moves at a slower pace than the other vinyasa classes, expect to be challenged both mentally and physically.Gentle Yoga & Meditation- A gentle slow-moving class that begins with breath work and stretching then moves slowly through basic postures and some balancing. The class ends with guided relaxation or meditation. Since this class moves slowly it is an excellent option for those recovering from injuries, suffering with chronic pain or other physical limitations.Class may also be taken via ZOOM.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:30 AM - 10:15 AM    Dance by Main Street Ballet - Enchanted Ballet Winter 2: Saturdays (Register by 2/24)
Children at Main Street Ballet learn fundamental dance techniques taught in an environment of discipline, strength (both mental and physical) and joy with life! Our focus is your child's healthy development. Our elegant studios, plus exceptionally qualified staff (our teachers are university degreed, internationally accredited, or are performing professionals) will enhance your child's time at Main Street Ballet. As a reflection of the professional dance world, Main Street offers a ballet based curriculum augmented with other dance styles to prepare its dancers for careers that require them to be versed in many techniques. Enchanted Ballet - age 3 accompanied by parent/guardian This engaging class introduces young students to the joy of dance through creative dance, basic ballet movements, musicality, and imagination.PreBallet I - Ages 4-5 This introductory class for ages 4-5 introduces basic ballet movements and vocabulary while helping students develop coordination, strength, and a solid foundation for moving correctly and safely.PreBallet II - Ages 5-6This class for ages 5-6 introduces ballet techniques and vocabulary.Join us this summer for:Fairy Festival Dance Camp - Ages 4-9Camp features ballet, improvisational dance, crafts, stories, learning, and friendship!All classes held at: Main Street Ballet Center124 S. Pomperaug Ave, Woodbury, CTClass sizes are limited. Enroll now!In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Mommy and Me Yoga: FREE Trial - Mommy and Me FREE Trial
Mommy and Me: Infants is a unique program offered by Certified Wellness Coach and Yoga Teacher, Natalie. This program focuses on movement and meditation to help mothers honor their body changes, connect with themselves, and strengthen bonds between all adults and their babies. Mommy and Me aims to promote relaxation, restoration, and nurturing while fostering creativity, fun, and joy in the journey of parenthood! Plus, learn self-care practices such as: energy healing and breath-work to empower personal well being.Adults with children ages 3 months to 1 year. Trial will be held at Southbury Parks and Recreation561 Main St SouthThis FREE trial class introduces participants to Natalie's program.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Parent/Tot swim lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:10 PM - 12:40 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
12:50 PM - 1:30 PM    Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday 12:50 – 1:30pm
There will be no swim lessons 2/15, 2/16, or 3/8. Please see individual schedules for full information.WINTER SWIM LESSONS Southbury Parks and Recreation will offer swim lessons on weekends during the winter months at Pomperaug High School.Swim Lessons for Winter 2025 will take place at PHS beginning the weekend of January 11/12, 2025 and concluding March 29/30, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather may not be made up. Lesson options are as follows:  Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Parent/Tot swim lesson               This is an introduction to water where the parent/guardian is in the water with the child. Children will enjoy splashing, floating, kicking, and group activities with parents and other children their age. The goal is to acclimate our youngest pre-swimmers to an aquatic environment at an early age so they are comfortable, happy and ready to learn the basic swimming skills at the next level without a parent.  Any children who are not potty-trained MUST wear a swimming diaper AND a bathing suit OR plastic pants.   This program is for children ages 6 months to 3 years old. Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Preschool/Beginner swim lesson               This beginner lesson for 3 to 6 year olds, enables younger, newer swimmers to enjoy the water without a parent/guardian. Together with instructors, they will take part in various games, songs and activities designed to make them comfortable in the water while providing the basics needed to swim. The goal of this lesson will be for the child to build confidence in the water and begin to feel comfortable with breath holding, putting their face in, blowing bubbles, bobbing with bubbles, and forward movement.Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm     Basic Skills swim lesson               In this beginner lesson for ages 7 to 13 year olds, swimmers will be encouraged to build confidence in shallow and deep water. Instruction will be tailored to the swimmer skill level with instructors helping to train on deck and in the water. Each lesson will be geared toward necessary swim skills and may include floating, streamline, kicking, arm rotation and proper breathing. Swimmers will be instructed on how to coordinate arms and legs when swimming freestyle with rotary breathing. Similar instruction in backstroke will be introduced. The goal will be for swimmers to attempt to swim a full lap without holding on to the wall or stopping.Saturday and/or Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm       Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lessonThis lesson will provide more advanced instruction. Swimmers must already be able swim one lap of front crawl and some sort of backstroke. While building confidence in the water, swimmers will work on getting their arms out of the water, rotary breathing and proper kicking form. Focus will be on helping swimmers coordinate all three to be able to swim smoothly, with practice emphasizing freestyle and backstroke technique.  The goal is to swim 2 laps of freestyle without stopping, and 2 laps of backstroke without stopping, using learned techniques. Racing starts will be introduced.                 Swimmers may enroll in Saturday or Sunday Level 5 lessons, or may enroll in both lessons for extra instruction and practice. Full weekend enrollment will be discounted. Swim Lesson Need to Know:   Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your child’s lesson so they benefit from the entire lesson and do not have to join once the lesson is underway.   Children should arrive for lessons in their swim suit. Children with long hair should have their hair tied up in a ponytail. Please have goggles for your child if they want to wear them. The pool will not supply goggles.   Once arriving on the pool deck, we ask that all parents wait with their child until called by the instructor. All parents are then asked to remain on the benches away from the poolside. We encourage you to watch the lesson but advise that you refrain from approaching the lesson or calling out to your child, which will distract the swimmers. Please remain in your viewing spot throughout the entire lesson.   Instructors reserve the right to determine your child’s skill level and adjust instruction as necessary. All Region 15 weather and cancellations will be followed. Please check for lesson notifications or alerts on the MyRec Home page .   Program registration is for the totality of the program. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Introduction to Underwater Hockey
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
 
1:30 PM - 3:45 PM    Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on weekends at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm      Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanesLap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times.*NEW! Introduction to underwater hockey free trial! Saturday March 22nd from 1:30 - 3:30PMPhoto Credit: DavidUnderwater - WikipediaAnyone who likes swimming will enjoy this fun, no contact team sport. Equipment and instruction will be provided, but bring a snorkel, fins, and a mask if you have your own. Players will use a weighted puck and a shorter stick for better control under water. No experience required. Open swim will still take place in half of the pool. Pool availability will follow the REGION 15 Calendar and weather cancellations.  An open swim date may be canceled if the pool is needed for a school activity. Updates will be on our main page in a red banner at the top. There will be no open swim 3/8 due to a PHS boys' swim meet. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility (unless attending the free underwater hockey trial). Children, 16 or younger, must be accompanied by an Adult Pass Holder or Senior Pass Holder. All household member passes must be added to cart separately. Pool passes for children cannot be processed without an adult pass from their household.   Pool passes purchased online will be sent directly to the BILLING ADDRESS associated with the purchasing member profile. An Adult is anyone 18 and older; a Senior is anyone 55 and older. Child passes can be added to any above pass. Minors must be accompanied by a Pass Holder. The second adult or senior pass purchased together will have a 50% discount. *FOR DISCOUNT TO APPLY: ALL HOUSE-HOLD MEMBERS MUST BE ADDED TO CART TOGETHER. DISCOUNT APPLIES ON PAYMENT SCREENDefinition of Household:-Individuals who comprise a family unit and who reside in the same dwelling, sometimes including domestic help.-A household is defined by the U.S. Census Bureau as all the people who occupy a single housing unit, regardless of their relationship to one another. Only the Coast Guard Brand “Puddle Jumper" is allowed in the pool as a flotation device. No other personal flotation devices are allowed at open swim. If you need other special accommodations, please contact the Southbury Parks and Recreation Department.In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.