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Saturday January 11, 2025
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8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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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.
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9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Dance by Main Street Ballet - Enchanted Ballet Winter 1: Saturdays (Register by 1/3)
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.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.
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Renew Kid's Yoga: Ages 5-11 - Renew Kid's Yoga - Winter Session 2 (Saturdays)
RenewKids YOGA with LauraA unique approach to a traditional yoga class, children will learn and apply calming strategies to help them navigate through challenges at school and in life.Classes will be held at Southbury Parks and Recreation: Senior Activities Room561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Please bring:-Water bottle-Yoga mat if you have one, some mats will be available Visit Facebook for updates on classes! Any questions or concerns, call Laura at 203-214-8687In 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.
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12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Parent/Tot swim lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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Sunday January 12, 2025
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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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.
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Snakes + Ball Pythons 101 (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.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Educational Hands-on Experience Series! Ball Python & Snakes Lab (Ages 5 & up) This lab offers a fun way of learning about certain snakes as pets and in the wild, including all the different snakes in Connecticut. Each lab offers something different and each class ends with hands-on experience with pet ball pythons. We encourage all ages to attend: children, teens, adults, and seniors! Morphs 101: Unlock the fascinating world of ball python genetics in this educational class designed for reptile enthusiasts, breeders are also welcome to come. The goal is to share some common genetics with the class and what they look like (color and/or pattern alternating gene). Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your understanding, this class will provide a solid foundation in the basic principles of genetics as they apply to ball pythons.You’ll learn how to interpret genetic traits, understand morphs (color and pattern variations), and explore how genes are inherited from parent to offspring. The course will cover dominant, recessive, and co-dominant traits. We will discuss 1 unique pairing through breeding where the possibility is a BEL (Blue-Eyed Leucistic).This class is taught by reptile enthusiasts who are new to learning genetics and morphs and is not geared to starting your own breeding projects. The goal is to share knowledge of the different colors and patterns, geared towards an audience that wants to know the different colors and/or patterns of a ball python to get as a pet or to learn the amazing world of science and DNA!Snakes 101: Identifying different snakes (venomous vs. non-venomous), a brief introduction to most snake's anatomy, and how to read the body language of a snake (when they may bite you). Each Snake 101 class offers a different craft or activity at the end of each class!Husbandry 101: Learning how to take care of pet snakes, including their temperatures, supplies needed for their enclosure, feeding and more! The snakes that will be discussed are sand boas, ball pythons, corn snakes, hognose snakes, Burmese pythons and garter snakes). Most of these snakes are found in pet stores and considered beginner snakes, while some snakes are for more experienced owners. Ball Python 101: A class all about ball pythons, from handling, feeding, patterns, and more! This class will end with a live demonstration of snake feeding (with frozen/thawed food, not live). We will do this towards the last 10 minutes of class and warn those who do not wish to see it. We cannot promise that the ball pythons will take the food. (December's class will not offer feedings).Ball Python 102: In this class, we take up to 4 families (1 child and 1 parent/guardian), so each family is paired with 1 of our ball pythons. Each family will hold each ball python and interact with them before pairing up. One of these classes (labeled Ball Python 102 + FEEDING) will allow the participant to feed their snake at the end of the class (with an instructor's assistance)! If you do not want to feed your snake, you can have more handling/bonding time with the snake. __________________________________________________________________________Pumpkin Lab (Ages 2 & up)All participants will carve their own Jack-O-Lantern! Parks & Recreation will supply the pumpkin, a tea light candle, and all materials needed to carve a pumpkin! The best part is our instructors will clean up the mess, so you won't have it in your home! Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on-site to supervise them and use carving tools with them. Holiday Lab (Ages 2 & up)All participants will make their own snowman handprint ornament and create a second ornament with a clear ornament and a variety of materials, including paint, glitter, ribbon, and more.Parks & Recreation will supply all materials to make these projects and assist with assembly as needed. Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on site to supervise and assist with acrylic paints and other small pieces for crafts. Family Lab (Ages 5 & up)Join our instructors, Tess & Kiara, for an evening with activities, crafts and games for all ages. This is a drop-in program: stop in between 5:00 - 8:00 pm to do a variety of crafts, or board games at your leisure. Starting at 6:15pm Tess & Kiara will run camp competitive games, such as survivor-themed challenges and minute to win it. We will end the evening with a glow stick dance party starting at 7:30pm.There is no limit to the amount of crafts you can do. This evening is geared towards family bonding, through unlimited crafts, games and activities. All family members that are participating, need to register for this program!Children under 5 years of age are welcome to come, however, families should be aware that almost all games and crafts are not for that age group. Tie Dye Lab (Ages 2 & up) All participants will be able to make a tie-dye shirt to take home. We provide all materials to tie dye, EXCEPT a shirt! Bring a shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie with you to tie dye. Our instructors will demonstrate different ways to fold a shirt and provide assistance when applicable. Participants will get to take home their tie dye shirt in a bag, with instructions on washing. ICY Tie Dye Lab (Ages 2 & up) This lab is the same as the tie-dye lab, however, we will use ice and more materials for an awesome watercolor effect!Please come dressed down (in clothes to get messy). If you get tie-dye on your clothes or shoes, it will stain! Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on-site with them to help with the shirt folds and assist with dying. VOLCANO LAB (Ages 4 & up)All participants will make their volcano during this class with materials and some toys! At the end of the class, participants will add baking soda and vinegar (with our instructor supervision) to their volcano and watch it erupt! SLIME LAB (Ages 5 & up)All participants will make 2 different types of slime to take home. Participants can add scents, colors, charms and/or little pieces of decor.
Sensory Lab! (Ages 2 & up)This lab will feature different sensory bin buckets (with pluffle, kinetic sand, water beads, and more) for children to play in. At the end of the program, children will make their own I Spy Jar or a Sensory Bag to take home. Children ages 2 - 5 need to have a parent/guardian present. This lab is great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens!
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.
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10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
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Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Ball Python Morphs 101
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.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Educational Hands-on Experience Series! Ball Python & Snakes Lab (Ages 5 & up) This lab offers a fun way of learning about certain snakes as pets and in the wild, including all the different snakes in Connecticut. Each lab offers something different and each class ends with hands-on experience with pet ball pythons. We encourage all ages to attend: children, teens, adults, and seniors! Morphs 101: Unlock the fascinating world of ball python genetics in this educational class designed for reptile enthusiasts, breeders are also welcome to come. The goal is to share some common genetics with the class and what they look like (color and/or pattern alternating gene). Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your understanding, this class will provide a solid foundation in the basic principles of genetics as they apply to ball pythons.You’ll learn how to interpret genetic traits, understand morphs (color and pattern variations), and explore how genes are inherited from parent to offspring. The course will cover dominant, recessive, and co-dominant traits. We will discuss 1 unique pairing through breeding where the possibility is a BEL (Blue-Eyed Leucistic).This class is taught by reptile enthusiasts who are new to learning genetics and morphs and is not geared to starting your own breeding projects. The goal is to share knowledge of the different colors and patterns, geared towards an audience that wants to know the different colors and/or patterns of a ball python to get as a pet or to learn the amazing world of science and DNA!Snakes 101: Identifying different snakes (venomous vs. non-venomous), a brief introduction to most snake's anatomy, and how to read the body language of a snake (when they may bite you). Each Snake 101 class offers a different craft or activity at the end of each class!Husbandry 101: Learning how to take care of pet snakes, including their temperatures, supplies needed for their enclosure, feeding and more! The snakes that will be discussed are sand boas, ball pythons, corn snakes, hognose snakes, Burmese pythons and garter snakes). Most of these snakes are found in pet stores and considered beginner snakes, while some snakes are for more experienced owners. Ball Python 101: A class all about ball pythons, from handling, feeding, patterns, and more! This class will end with a live demonstration of snake feeding (with frozen/thawed food, not live). We will do this towards the last 10 minutes of class and warn those who do not wish to see it. We cannot promise that the ball pythons will take the food. (December's class will not offer feedings).Ball Python 102: In this class, we take up to 4 families (1 child and 1 parent/guardian), so each family is paired with 1 of our ball pythons. Each family will hold each ball python and interact with them before pairing up. One of these classes (labeled Ball Python 102 + FEEDING) will allow the participant to feed their snake at the end of the class (with an instructor's assistance)! If you do not want to feed your snake, you can have more handling/bonding time with the snake. __________________________________________________________________________Pumpkin Lab (Ages 2 & up)All participants will carve their own Jack-O-Lantern! Parks & Recreation will supply the pumpkin, a tea light candle, and all materials needed to carve a pumpkin! The best part is our instructors will clean up the mess, so you won't have it in your home! Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on-site to supervise them and use carving tools with them. Holiday Lab (Ages 2 & up)All participants will make their own snowman handprint ornament and create a second ornament with a clear ornament and a variety of materials, including paint, glitter, ribbon, and more.Parks & Recreation will supply all materials to make these projects and assist with assembly as needed. Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on site to supervise and assist with acrylic paints and other small pieces for crafts. Family Lab (Ages 5 & up)Join our instructors, Tess & Kiara, for an evening with activities, crafts and games for all ages. This is a drop-in program: stop in between 5:00 - 8:00 pm to do a variety of crafts, or board games at your leisure. Starting at 6:15pm Tess & Kiara will run camp competitive games, such as survivor-themed challenges and minute to win it. We will end the evening with a glow stick dance party starting at 7:30pm.There is no limit to the amount of crafts you can do. This evening is geared towards family bonding, through unlimited crafts, games and activities. All family members that are participating, need to register for this program!Children under 5 years of age are welcome to come, however, families should be aware that almost all games and crafts are not for that age group. Tie Dye Lab (Ages 2 & up) All participants will be able to make a tie-dye shirt to take home. We provide all materials to tie dye, EXCEPT a shirt! Bring a shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie with you to tie dye. Our instructors will demonstrate different ways to fold a shirt and provide assistance when applicable. Participants will get to take home their tie dye shirt in a bag, with instructions on washing. ICY Tie Dye Lab (Ages 2 & up) This lab is the same as the tie-dye lab, however, we will use ice and more materials for an awesome watercolor effect!Please come dressed down (in clothes to get messy). If you get tie-dye on your clothes or shoes, it will stain! Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on-site with them to help with the shirt folds and assist with dying. VOLCANO LAB (Ages 4 & up)All participants will make their volcano during this class with materials and some toys! At the end of the class, participants will add baking soda and vinegar (with our instructor supervision) to their volcano and watch it erupt! SLIME LAB (Ages 5 & up)All participants will make 2 different types of slime to take home. Participants can add scents, colors, charms and/or little pieces of decor.
Sensory Lab! (Ages 2 & up)This lab will feature different sensory bin buckets (with pluffle, kinetic sand, water beads, and more) for children to play in. At the end of the program, children will make their own I Spy Jar or a Sensory Bag to take home. Children ages 2 - 5 need to have a parent/guardian present. This lab is great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens!
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.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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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._________________________________________________________________
Snake Experience - Sun, 1/12Paint a snake painting & have live interaction with ball pythons!
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12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Basic Skills Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Parks & Rec Clubhouse (Ages 2 & up) - Ball Python 102 (hands on, no feedings)
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.________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Educational Hands-on Experience Series! Ball Python & Snakes Lab (Ages 5 & up) This lab offers a fun way of learning about certain snakes as pets and in the wild, including all the different snakes in Connecticut. Each lab offers something different and each class ends with hands-on experience with pet ball pythons. We encourage all ages to attend: children, teens, adults, and seniors! Morphs 101: Unlock the fascinating world of ball python genetics in this educational class designed for reptile enthusiasts, breeders are also welcome to come. The goal is to share some common genetics with the class and what they look like (color and/or pattern alternating gene). Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your understanding, this class will provide a solid foundation in the basic principles of genetics as they apply to ball pythons.You’ll learn how to interpret genetic traits, understand morphs (color and pattern variations), and explore how genes are inherited from parent to offspring. The course will cover dominant, recessive, and co-dominant traits. We will discuss 1 unique pairing through breeding where the possibility is a BEL (Blue-Eyed Leucistic).This class is taught by reptile enthusiasts who are new to learning genetics and morphs and is not geared to starting your own breeding projects. The goal is to share knowledge of the different colors and patterns, geared towards an audience that wants to know the different colors and/or patterns of a ball python to get as a pet or to learn the amazing world of science and DNA!Snakes 101: Identifying different snakes (venomous vs. non-venomous), a brief introduction to most snake's anatomy, and how to read the body language of a snake (when they may bite you). Each Snake 101 class offers a different craft or activity at the end of each class!Husbandry 101: Learning how to take care of pet snakes, including their temperatures, supplies needed for their enclosure, feeding and more! The snakes that will be discussed are sand boas, ball pythons, corn snakes, hognose snakes, Burmese pythons and garter snakes). Most of these snakes are found in pet stores and considered beginner snakes, while some snakes are for more experienced owners. Ball Python 101: A class all about ball pythons, from handling, feeding, patterns, and more! This class will end with a live demonstration of snake feeding (with frozen/thawed food, not live). We will do this towards the last 10 minutes of class and warn those who do not wish to see it. We cannot promise that the ball pythons will take the food. (December's class will not offer feedings).Ball Python 102: In this class, we take up to 4 families (1 child and 1 parent/guardian), so each family is paired with 1 of our ball pythons. Each family will hold each ball python and interact with them before pairing up. One of these classes (labeled Ball Python 102 + FEEDING) will allow the participant to feed their snake at the end of the class (with an instructor's assistance)! If you do not want to feed your snake, you can have more handling/bonding time with the snake. __________________________________________________________________________Pumpkin Lab (Ages 2 & up)All participants will carve their own Jack-O-Lantern! Parks & Recreation will supply the pumpkin, a tea light candle, and all materials needed to carve a pumpkin! The best part is our instructors will clean up the mess, so you won't have it in your home! Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on-site to supervise them and use carving tools with them. Holiday Lab (Ages 2 & up)All participants will make their own snowman handprint ornament and create a second ornament with a clear ornament and a variety of materials, including paint, glitter, ribbon, and more.Parks & Recreation will supply all materials to make these projects and assist with assembly as needed. Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on site to supervise and assist with acrylic paints and other small pieces for crafts. Family Lab (Ages 5 & up)Join our instructors, Tess & Kiara, for an evening with activities, crafts and games for all ages. This is a drop-in program: stop in between 5:00 - 8:00 pm to do a variety of crafts, or board games at your leisure. Starting at 6:15pm Tess & Kiara will run camp competitive games, such as survivor-themed challenges and minute to win it. We will end the evening with a glow stick dance party starting at 7:30pm.There is no limit to the amount of crafts you can do. This evening is geared towards family bonding, through unlimited crafts, games and activities. All family members that are participating, need to register for this program!Children under 5 years of age are welcome to come, however, families should be aware that almost all games and crafts are not for that age group. Tie Dye Lab (Ages 2 & up) All participants will be able to make a tie-dye shirt to take home. We provide all materials to tie dye, EXCEPT a shirt! Bring a shirt, sweatshirt or hoodie with you to tie dye. Our instructors will demonstrate different ways to fold a shirt and provide assistance when applicable. Participants will get to take home their tie dye shirt in a bag, with instructions on washing. ICY Tie Dye Lab (Ages 2 & up) This lab is the same as the tie-dye lab, however, we will use ice and more materials for an awesome watercolor effect!Please come dressed down (in clothes to get messy). If you get tie-dye on your clothes or shoes, it will stain! Children ages 2 - 7 must have a parent/guardian on-site with them to help with the shirt folds and assist with dying. VOLCANO LAB (Ages 4 & up)All participants will make their volcano during this class with materials and some toys! At the end of the class, participants will add baking soda and vinegar (with our instructor supervision) to their volcano and watch it erupt! SLIME LAB (Ages 5 & up)All participants will make 2 different types of slime to take home. Participants can add scents, colors, charms and/or little pieces of decor.
Sensory Lab! (Ages 2 & up)This lab will feature different sensory bin buckets (with pluffle, kinetic sand, water beads, and more) for children to play in. At the end of the program, children will make their own I Spy Jar or a Sensory Bag to take home. Children ages 2 - 5 need to have a parent/guardian present. This lab is great for all ages, even seniors, adults and teens!
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.
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Saturday January 18, 2025
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8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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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.
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9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Dance by Main Street Ballet - Enchanted Ballet Winter 1: Saturdays (Register by 1/3)
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.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.
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Renew Kid's Yoga: Ages 5-11 - Renew Kid's Yoga - Winter Session 2 (Saturdays)
RenewKids YOGA with LauraA unique approach to a traditional yoga class, children will learn and apply calming strategies to help them navigate through challenges at school and in life.Classes will be held at Southbury Parks and Recreation: Senior Activities Room561 Main St SouthSouthbury, CT 06488Please bring:-Water bottle-Yoga mat if you have one, some mats will be available Visit Facebook for updates on classes! Any questions or concerns, call Laura at 203-214-8687In 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.
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12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Parent/Tot swim lesson - Saturday 12:10 – 12:40pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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A Step Ahead Soccer - First Step Soccer: Age 2
At A Step Ahead Soccer, we are confident that our unique approach to preschool education through interactive storytelling and physical activities will give your child a significant advantage in both academics and athletics. Our program focuses on making learning extremely enjoyable and thoroughly captivating.By helping Smart Scott, the Soccer-bot (our soccer ball) on his exciting adventures, children enhance their attention spans, imagination, and ability to follow instructions. Moreover, our approach ensures that children not only have a great time but also retain the skills they acquire.Choose A Step Ahead Soccer and your child will be fully equipped to excel in both academics and athletics. We are excited to be a part of your child’s growth and success!First Step: 2 year oldsOur First Step program is specifically designed for 2-year-olds to be introduced to soccer. This is a parent-and-me program, so each child is expected to have an adult helper with them each week. The specific goals of this program include helping children learn to interact within larger groups, increasing their attention spans with the help of their parents through our interactive storytelling methodology, learning to kick and control a ball with their feet, and the introduction to a specific soccer skill. Each week we take the kids on a great imaginary adventure that stimulates their imaginations and teaches them about the world around them. We use songs and fun games to enhance their enjoyment. We end each session with a skills-for-stickers segment during which the children earn stickers for sharing what they have learned and for scoring goals.Step Up: 3'and 4'sIn our Step Up program, we help children who are 3 and 4 years old to become independent and grow in their own confidence. We encourage children to leave their parent’s side and to join the group as we go on fantastic, interactive adventures that spark their imaginations as they develop their abilities to control a ball with their feet. We seamlessly integrate basic soccer skills into each session, and we also weave our special skill of the season into every class. After the adventure, the players all get to show off their mastery of the season’s skill in our skills-for-stickers segment of each class. Week after week, we build the skill up so that the players learn at their own pace but are also challenged with new movements every week making this a fantastic gross motor skill development exercise. Each week ends with a game where we cheer the player on as they learn to control the ball and score goals in a non-competitive, but chaotic environment. Each session is one hour long.Next Step: 5'sIn our Next Step program, we prepare 5-year-olds for the transition to traditional soccer practices and games. We begin each week with the same adventure-based, storytelling methodology that is the hallmark of our program, but we reserve the more difficult or complicated skills for this age group. During our skill-for-stickers portion of our program, we place more emphasis on the players performing the skill correctly, although we always reward effort over success. During our mini games, we focus on players trying to attack the opponent’s goal and to defend their own. The weekly sessions are one hour long.Registration includes shorts, shirts, and socks.Program will take place at Southbury Parks and Recreation561 Main St SouthSouthbury CT 06488Questions? Email Coach Jo at Leagues@AStepAheadSoccer.com or call 1-844-543-9386 option #2
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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A Step Ahead Soccer - Next Step Soccer: Age 5
At A Step Ahead Soccer, we are confident that our unique approach to preschool education through interactive storytelling and physical activities will give your child a significant advantage in both academics and athletics. Our program focuses on making learning extremely enjoyable and thoroughly captivating.By helping Smart Scott, the Soccer-bot (our soccer ball) on his exciting adventures, children enhance their attention spans, imagination, and ability to follow instructions. Moreover, our approach ensures that children not only have a great time but also retain the skills they acquire.Choose A Step Ahead Soccer and your child will be fully equipped to excel in both academics and athletics. We are excited to be a part of your child’s growth and success!First Step: 2 year oldsOur First Step program is specifically designed for 2-year-olds to be introduced to soccer. This is a parent-and-me program, so each child is expected to have an adult helper with them each week. The specific goals of this program include helping children learn to interact within larger groups, increasing their attention spans with the help of their parents through our interactive storytelling methodology, learning to kick and control a ball with their feet, and the introduction to a specific soccer skill. Each week we take the kids on a great imaginary adventure that stimulates their imaginations and teaches them about the world around them. We use songs and fun games to enhance their enjoyment. We end each session with a skills-for-stickers segment during which the children earn stickers for sharing what they have learned and for scoring goals.Step Up: 3'and 4'sIn our Step Up program, we help children who are 3 and 4 years old to become independent and grow in their own confidence. We encourage children to leave their parent’s side and to join the group as we go on fantastic, interactive adventures that spark their imaginations as they develop their abilities to control a ball with their feet. We seamlessly integrate basic soccer skills into each session, and we also weave our special skill of the season into every class. After the adventure, the players all get to show off their mastery of the season’s skill in our skills-for-stickers segment of each class. Week after week, we build the skill up so that the players learn at their own pace but are also challenged with new movements every week making this a fantastic gross motor skill development exercise. Each week ends with a game where we cheer the player on as they learn to control the ball and score goals in a non-competitive, but chaotic environment. Each session is one hour long.Next Step: 5'sIn our Next Step program, we prepare 5-year-olds for the transition to traditional soccer practices and games. We begin each week with the same adventure-based, storytelling methodology that is the hallmark of our program, but we reserve the more difficult or complicated skills for this age group. During our skill-for-stickers portion of our program, we place more emphasis on the players performing the skill correctly, although we always reward effort over success. During our mini games, we focus on players trying to attack the opponent’s goal and to defend their own. The weekly sessions are one hour long.Registration includes shorts, shirts, and socks.Program will take place at Southbury Parks and Recreation561 Main St SouthSouthbury CT 06488Questions? Email Coach Jo at Leagues@AStepAheadSoccer.com or call 1-844-543-9386 option #2
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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A Step Ahead Soccer - Step Up Soccer: Ages 3 & 4
At A Step Ahead Soccer, we are confident that our unique approach to preschool education through interactive storytelling and physical activities will give your child a significant advantage in both academics and athletics. Our program focuses on making learning extremely enjoyable and thoroughly captivating.By helping Smart Scott, the Soccer-bot (our soccer ball) on his exciting adventures, children enhance their attention spans, imagination, and ability to follow instructions. Moreover, our approach ensures that children not only have a great time but also retain the skills they acquire.Choose A Step Ahead Soccer and your child will be fully equipped to excel in both academics and athletics. We are excited to be a part of your child’s growth and success!First Step: 2 year oldsOur First Step program is specifically designed for 2-year-olds to be introduced to soccer. This is a parent-and-me program, so each child is expected to have an adult helper with them each week. The specific goals of this program include helping children learn to interact within larger groups, increasing their attention spans with the help of their parents through our interactive storytelling methodology, learning to kick and control a ball with their feet, and the introduction to a specific soccer skill. Each week we take the kids on a great imaginary adventure that stimulates their imaginations and teaches them about the world around them. We use songs and fun games to enhance their enjoyment. We end each session with a skills-for-stickers segment during which the children earn stickers for sharing what they have learned and for scoring goals.Step Up: 3'and 4'sIn our Step Up program, we help children who are 3 and 4 years old to become independent and grow in their own confidence. We encourage children to leave their parent’s side and to join the group as we go on fantastic, interactive adventures that spark their imaginations as they develop their abilities to control a ball with their feet. We seamlessly integrate basic soccer skills into each session, and we also weave our special skill of the season into every class. After the adventure, the players all get to show off their mastery of the season’s skill in our skills-for-stickers segment of each class. Week after week, we build the skill up so that the players learn at their own pace but are also challenged with new movements every week making this a fantastic gross motor skill development exercise. Each week ends with a game where we cheer the player on as they learn to control the ball and score goals in a non-competitive, but chaotic environment. Each session is one hour long.Next Step: 5'sIn our Next Step program, we prepare 5-year-olds for the transition to traditional soccer practices and games. We begin each week with the same adventure-based, storytelling methodology that is the hallmark of our program, but we reserve the more difficult or complicated skills for this age group. During our skill-for-stickers portion of our program, we place more emphasis on the players performing the skill correctly, although we always reward effort over success. During our mini games, we focus on players trying to attack the opponent’s goal and to defend their own. The weekly sessions are one hour long.Registration includes shorts, shirts, and socks.Program will take place at Southbury Parks and Recreation561 Main St SouthSouthbury CT 06488Questions? Email Coach Jo at Leagues@AStepAheadSoccer.com or call 1-844-543-9386 option #2
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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Sunday January 19, 2025
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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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.
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12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Ceramics Class - Ceramic Handbuilding & Glazing
Ceramics: Handbuilding & Glazing for ages 6 & up (2 classes) Explore the world of clay in this hands-on ceramics class designed for ages 6 & up! This class introduces the basics of hand building with clay in a fun, supportive environment. Students will learn to mold, shape, and decorate their own creations using simple tools and techniques. Session one will focus on the building process, using wet clay to shape your unique creation. In session two, students will use colorful underglazes to decorate their designs. At the end of the class, your creations will be sent off for the final kiln firing to make the clay and glaze permanent. Perfect for beginners, this class helps spark imagination and build confidence through the joy of creating with clay! No prior experience is needed, and all materials will be provided. Join us for a fun and artistic journey with clay, and create something truly special! Ceramics: Paint a Platter for ages 16 & up (1 class) Unleash your creativity in this adult-only ceramic platter decoration class, where you’ll learn to decorate a ceramic platter with a variety of glazing techniques. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this class will guide you through designing and glazing your very own functional art piece. In this workshop, you’ll start with a pre-made ceramic bisque ware platter and focus on the decorative elements, using colorful underglaze techniques to bring your platter to life. Our instructor will demonstrate how to combine colors and patterns to make your platter a unique expression of your artistic style. At the end of the class, your platter will be sent off for the final kiln firing so your creation can be used as a serving piece, decorative item, or gift. No prior pottery experience is required, and all materials are provided.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.
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12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Basic Skills Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:10 PM - 12:40 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Preschool/Beginner Swim Lesson - Sunday 12:10 – 12:40pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Saturday & Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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12:50 PM - 1:30 PM
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Winter Swim Lessons - Level 5/Pre-Swim Team swim lesson - Sunday 12:50 – 1:30pm
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 the weekend of March 22/23, 2025. There will be NO LESSONS the weekend of February 15/16, 2025 due to Region 15 winter break. Cancellations due to weather will 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Adult Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Child Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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1:30 PM - 3:45 PM
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Winter Open Swim: All Ages - Senior Pass
Family and Adult/Lap Swimming will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Pomperaug High School Pool, 234 Judd Road Southbury, during the Winter months, beginning January 11, 2025 and continuing until April 13, 2025.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. To purchase a pool pass, your household address must be part of Region 15. You must have a pool pass to enter the facility. 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 SCREEN Saturdays & Sundays: 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Family Swim 3 lanes / Lap Swim 3 lanes **Lap Swimmers must share lanes, swimming in a circular direction to the right of the black line at all times. There is NO Open Swim President's day weekend (2/15 and 2/16/25).Definition 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.
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