Winter 2022 Guide

Registration begins: December 1

@BillericaRec @BillericaRec

www.BillericaRec.com

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Table of Contents 2
Recreation Information 3
Holiday Happenings 4
February Vacation 5-7
Preschool Programs 8-11
Youth Programs 12-14
Youth Virtual Coding 15-18
Youth Sports 19-20
Therapeutic Recreation 21-23
Adult Programs 24-25
Virtual Fitness 26
Hike Beautiful Billerica 27
Holiday Lights Contest Entry Form 28
Registration Form

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248 Boston Road, Billerica, MA 01821
Phone: (978) 671-0921 Fax: (978) 671-0927

BillericaRec.com

Billerica Recreation Commission Billerica Recreation Staff

John Bartlett, Chairperson Director David Grubb
Joseph Fiumara, Vice-Chairperson
Assistant Director Laurel Rossiter, CTRS
Cynthia Rich
Donald Casey Program Coordinator Brian Leary
Jack Bertolucci
Jim Spinale Secretary Lori Boucher

Office Hours: 8:30a-4:00p, Monday-Friday

Friends of Billerica Recreation

Would you like to play a role in the continued success of our Recreation Department? We are currently seeking

individuals interested in joining our “Friends of Billerica Recreation” committee. This committee is an integral part

in ensuring our ability to grow our special events, and seek alternative funding sources to keep such events at a

minimum cost. Additionally, funds raised by the Friends are used to directly fund our Financial Aid/Scholarship

opportunities for residents in need. A commitment to becoming a Friend simply consists of attending occasional

meetings, and a willingness to volunteer at our special events. If you’re passionate about our department and

would like to be a part of continuing to take Billerica Recreation to the next level, please let us know! Those with

interest in learning more are encouraged to contact Recreation Director, Dave Grubb, directly.

Privacy Policy Cancellations

Your privacy is important to us. To protect your privacy, Billerica Recreation reserves the right to cancel
Billerica Recreation will not solicit or share your programs which do not reach the minimum enrollment
personal information. Please note, Billerica Recreation number, or for any other unforeseen circumstances.
reserves the right to take photos of any of our Decisions will be made 48 hours before the start of the
programs or events. If you would not like to program. Weather cancellations will be announced by
photographed, please submit a request in writing to recorded message at (978) 671-0921, and on our
the Recreation Department. website (www.BillericaRec.com) and on Facebook
(@BillericaRec). In the event of a cancellation,
Don’t Delay! participants will receive a Household Credit in the

Most program cancellations are due to not having amount equal to the cost paid for the program. For
enough participants for an instructor to run the class. programs $75 or above, the participant will have the
Don’t let low enrollment cancel your program! Many option of receiving a refund check in lieu of a
times we receive calls for registration after a program Household Credit.
has been cancelled, so don’t delay!
Employment & Volunteer
Keep an eye out for this season’s new
Opportunities

We accept applications for employment and for

programs. They have purple headings! volunteers to work in our programs. Please contact the

Recreation Department for further information.
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Billerica Holiday Lights Contest Santa Calling

Deadline for Entries: Thursday, December 9 Great news! We’ve talked with the North Pole and
Judging: Friday, December 10, 5:00p-8:00p can confirm that Santa will once again will be
Calling all Griswolds!! This year, enter in Billerica making phone calls to the children of Billerica this
year! Keep an eye to our Facebook page, where
Recreation’s 4th annual Holiday Lights Contest! we’ll post details about when Santa will be calling,
and how to register, in December.
Show off your home this holiday season and be

recognized for your hard work and awesome

display.

The winner this year will be awarded a $50 Billerica
Recreation household credit, a lawn sign
announcing their victory, and their display will be
featured on the cover of our Winter 2023 brochure!

For more info, or to enter, take a look at the
contest entry form on page # 27.

Holiday Ho Ho Ho Down!

When: Saturday, December 11, 2:00p-4:00p
Location: PHR Recreation Complex

Get in the holiday spirit this season by joining us for this year’s Holiday Ho Ho Ho Down! Come down to
PHR for an afternoon of games, crafts, enchanted Christmas train rides, and more! Even Santa Claus is
making his way from the North Pole for a photo op and to join in the holiday fun. After the festival
concludes at 4:00p, we’ll be showing “The Grinch” (2019 movie) on our Drive-In Screen! This event is
intended for Billerica residents only.

Pre-registration for both the festival and Drive-In Movie is required. Registration for the festival from
2:00p-4:00p is free, and registration for the Drive-In Movie is $10/car. Space is limited for the Drive-In,
which must be registered for separately. Only cars registered to attend the Drive-In will be permitted on
the field.

Boston Holiday Pops

Location: Lowell Memorial Auditorium
ON SALE NOW!! Join the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra and Conductor Keith Lockhart for their
sparkling and beloved Holiday Pops concert. Capturing the magic of the Christmas season and the winter
charms of New England, the Boston Pops will perform their signature Sleigh Ride, as well as other Holiday
classics, and new arrangements of seasonal favorites. Santa Claus himself will make a guest appearance
during the concert's finale, followed by the traditional Boston Pops Holiday Sing-a-long, to bring this
special performance to a close. Seats located in Balcony C.

Show Date: Sunday, December 19, 2019; 2:30p, $75/ticket
Ticket Reservation Deadline: December 6, 2021

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Tournament of Champions (Grades K-5)

Location: Parker Elementary Gym
Instructor: Sports Zone 101

For our February Vacation week, we will provide the opportunity for kids to play all their favorite games
in a tournament style format including: flag football, dodgeball, pickle, soccer, baseball, kickball,
basketball, battleship, four corners, and others! There will also be exciting discussions about sports and
free play opportunities.

All kids will receive sports packs of cards for their outstanding participation, teamwork, and leadership
throughout the week!

Tuesday, February 22 - Friday, February 25
Activity # 12096-A: 9:00a-12:00p, $150

February Vacation Art Program (Ages 5-11)

Location: Parker Elementary Art Room
Instructor: Magic Brush Pottery

Have your kids paint with Magic Brush Pottery! They will explore painting pottery, glass fusing, painting a
canvas, mosaics, and hand building with clay. Our theme this year will be a Beach Theme. All projects (9
total) will be planned by Magic Brush Pottery and they will teach them designs with a step by step class;
the kids will pick their own colors. Pottery will be food safe. Pottery paint is non-toxic and washable.
Pottery, clay, and the glass pieces will need to be fired and will be delivered to the Recreation
Department within 2 weeks from the end of the session.

Tuesday, February 22 - Friday, February 25
Activity # 12091-A: 9:00a-12:00p, $150

Top Secret Science (Ages 6-11)

Location: Parker Elementary Cafeteria
Instructor: Top Secret

Each day the kids will explore 5 weird and wacky hands-on science experiments and will make and take
home all the projects. The scientists are fast paced and funny and your kids will be thoroughly
entertained (they’ll even learn some interesting things too). We will explore weird motions and flying
things, air and water pressure; crazy chemistry, light and sound, science magic, electricity, magnets,
astronomy and more. Be prepared for lots of fun stuff. A wonderful 3 hours of science each day. Hope
to see you there!!

Tuesday, February 22 - Friday, February 25
Activity # 12126-A: 9:00a-12:00p, $175

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Preschool Gymnastics (Ages 2-4)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Knucklebones

Preschool Gymnastics offers a unique twist for your beginning gymnast. Using age-appropriate
equipment and fun techniques, your child will gain creative and rhythmic movement as well as flexibility,
gross motor skills, and gymnastics fundamentals. Exploring equipment such as beams, cylinders, high bar,
humps, springboard, and wedges, your child will learn, progress and have fun…for the love of play!

Thursdays, January 20 - March 17
(8 weeks, no class 2/24)

Activity # 11006-A: 10:00a-10:50a, $145

Lil’ Ninja Warriors (Ages 2-4)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Knucklebones

Does your child love to run, jump, climb, and tumble? Then this “play” on American Ninja Warrior is the
perfect class. Each week your child will participate in stretching, obstacles, and games to help gross
motor skills, fitness, and fun. From swinging on a high bar to balance beams, tumbling on mats to leaping
into a ball pit - your child is sure to have a blast!

Thursdays, January 20 - March 17
(8 weeks, no class 2/24)

Activity # 11002-A: 11:00a-11:50a, $145

Creative Dancing (Ages 3-5)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Gotta Dance

A Ballet based dance class for ages 3 to 5. This class helps children recognize their physical person and
teaches them basic dance moves through fun games and songs while enhancing their motor skills. This
class will also consist of stretching and use of props. Comfortable clothing (or leotard/tights) and ballet
slippers are recommended.

Thursdays, January 20 - March 17
(8 weeks, no class 2/24)

Activity # 11016-A: 1:00p-1:45p, $60

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Mommy & Me: Music and Movement (Ages 6 months-3 years)

Location: Ellen’s School of Dance (767 Boston Road, Billerica)

Instructor: Laurie Pandolfo

Come join the fun! Any caregiver is welcome to play the role of "Mommy" to help develop fine and gross
motor skills for your child! Activities include: rhythm movement, instruments, Baby in the Mirror, Bubble
Time & Parachute fun!

Price: $70

Activity # Day Dates Time
11011-A
11011-B Thursdays Feb. 3 - March 17 4:30p-5:15p
(no class 2/24)

Saturdays Jan. 22 - March 12 10:15a-11:00a
(no class 2/19, 2/26)

Little Tigers Taekwondo (Ages 4-6)

Location: MUSA Total Martial Arts
(630 Boston Road, Billerica)

Instructor: MUSA Total Martial Arts
Tae Kwon Do is a Korean Martial Art that encompasses kicking, punching, traditional Martial Arts
discipline and respect. This program focuses on physical movements, focus drills and laying the
foundation of respect and discipline of martial arts. Students will be welcomed to a positive, fun
environment where they can explore something new and gain confidence and focus.

Saturdays, January 29 - March 12 (6 weeks, no class 2/19)
Activity #11041-A: 10:00a-10:30a, $90

Lil’ Basketball (Ages 2-4)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Lil’ Sports

Join us for this fun, energetic intro to basketball
program! Set to music, Lil’ Basketball teaches
children the basics of basketball while reinforcing
teamwork, enhancing listening skills and gross
motor functions.

Saturdays, January 22 - March 19
(8 weeks, no class 2/19)

Activity # 11021-A: 8:00a-8:45a, $95

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Tot Learn to Skate (Ages 4-6)

Location: Burlington Ice Palace
(36 Ray Ave, Burlington)
Instructor: FMC Ice Sports

For participants with little or no formal skating instruction, our group skating classes teach skating basics
in a fun and comfortable environment. Skaters will be grouped by age and/or ability if possible. A helmet,
such as a bike helmet or HECC helmet, is required and must be provided by the participant. Wear warm,
comfortable layers that allow for movement, long sleeves and pants, gloves or mittens; Young skaters
should wear waterproof clothing and gloves. Rental skates are available on a first-come, first serve basis
and are included in the class fee. Participants are welcome to bring their own skates, although double
blade skates are not permitted.

Sundays, December 5 - February 27
(13 weeks)

Activity # 11081-A: 2:10p-2:35p, $247

Storytime Yoga Baby & Caregiver Yoga

(Ages 2-5, with a caregiver) (Ages 6 weeks-pre crawling, with a

Location: Billerica Recreation Department caregiver)

Instructor: Krista Gordon, Tranquil Little One Location: Billerica Recreation Department

This fun & active class combines children’s books Instructor: Krista Gordon, Tranquil Little One

and movement to offer a special experience for Are you a parent or caregiver of a baby older than

toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers! Kids 6 weeks and not yet crawling looking for an in-

will learn poses, sing songs, and play games while person class that:

exploring movement and social skills while using • Gives you time to gently stretch and take some
books as our adventure guides. Classes are filled deep breaths
with the opportunity to get energy out, take deep
breaths and provides quiet time for kiddos to sit • Teaches you a variety of movement and
and be still. Mindfulness is incorporated through activities you can use daily supporting
listening games and creative present moment development for your baby
thinking activities utilizing their senses. Caregivers
fully participate in class, no previous yoga • Provides an opportunity to meet other families
and connect as a community

• Gives you one-on-one time to bond with your
little one

experience is required. Dress comfortably and If so, this program is the perfect opportunity for

bring yoga mats for your special yoga spot! you and the little one in your life! Dress in comfy

Tuesdays, January 11 - February 15 clothes, bring a blanket for baby, a yoga mat and
(6 weeks) small toy for class! Yoga experience not required.

Activity #11086-A: 9:30a-10:15a, $80 Tuesdays, January 11 - February 15
(6 weeks)

Activity #11087-A: 11:00a-11:45a, $80
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Metrocraft Online (Ages 10-14)

Location: Virtual Program
Instructor: Right Brain Curriculum
Metrocraft: Design & Govern a Minecraft City!
Participants learn economics, civics, geometry, and technology as they work together to create a city
within a virtual Minecraft-type world. Students design their own house and business and learn how real
cities are governed. As they serve on the city council, they study how laws are made while working
together to create their own constitution of laws. Students use mathematics and geometry to construct
a working urban environment as they serve on a city council that responds to natural disasters and
challenging city issues. STEM learning has never been so fun! You will receive information on how to
access this virtual class closer to the start date, after registration.

Tuesdays, February 1 - March 15 (6 weeks, no class 2/22)
Activity # 12028-A: 4:00p-5:30p, $125

LEGO Master Builder Jr. - Holiday Babysitter Training (Ages 11-18)

Edition (Grades K-4) Location: Vining Elementary Music Room
Instructor: Debbie Laflamme
Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Sports Zone 101 This Babysitters training class will better prepare
young teens to be a more responsible, trustworthy
It takes years of practice, determination, patience, babysitter for family and friends. This class includes
and dedication to become a Lego Master Builder. techniques in interviewing with parents, infant &
However, your child is in luck because we have toddler care, diapering, feeding, creative reading,
worked tirelessly to perfect our Lego teaching activities for young children, appropriate snacks,
technique - so much so that within a few short handling bedtime issues, basic first aid, and tips for
weeks, your child will receive a certificate proving a safe babysitting experience.
they have completed their Master Builder Jr.
training! Come join us as we explore and create our Saturday, February 12
wildest imaginations. We will also re-create some Activity # 12021-A: 12:00p-4:00p, $60
real-world buildings, landscapes, feats of
engineering, and Wonders of the World! This
session participants will be building with special
themed “holiday LEGOs” for projects and
activities!

Sundays, February 6 - March 13
(5 weeks, no class 2/20)

Activity #12202-A: 9:30a-10:30a, $99

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Jazz & Hip Hop Dancing (Ages 7-10) Acro & Jazz Dancing (Ages 7-9)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Gotta Dance Instructor: Gotta Dance

An enjoyable, challenging, and upbeat dance class Similar to the floor skills of gymnastics, Acro & Jazz
including both Hip Hop and Jazz moves done to is a performing art that focuses on strength,
top 40 music. This class will enhance strength, stretch, and balance. Basic tumbling include
rhythm and coordination and it's great for both backbends, cartwheels, handstands and more.
boys and girls. Comfortable fitted clothing, jazz
shoes or clean/dry street sneakers recommended. Wednesdays, January 19 - March 16
(8 weeks, no class 2/23)
Wednesdays, January 19 - March 16
(8 weeks, no class 2/23) Activity # 12012-A: 5:15p-6:00p, $60

Activity # 12011-A: 4:30p-5:15p, $60

Kids Test Kitchen (Ages 5-14)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Kids Test Kitchen

Kids’ Test Kitchen is on a mission to get young eaters cooking, tasting, and thinking about healthy
ingredients! Let’s continue to redefine kid food; one lesson, and one child at a time! Each class presents
students with an opportunity to explore new or familiar foods in their raw, unmanipulated state. Then,
working as a team, we’ll slice, dice, peel, measure, and cook until we’ve prepared the finished dish.
Lessons are planned to celebrate seasonal produce – warm you on a cold winter day and offer ideas for
quick and healthy family meals. At the end of class your aspiring chef will receive the main ingredient, or a
sample of the finished dish, and the recipe so that they can show off what they’ve learned!
Each session arrives with fresh new recipes and ideas to inspire your healthy eater!
2022 WINTER session: Artichokes, Winter Comfort Stew, Scratch Pasta, Nourishing Nachos, Stuffed
Peppers, and Polenta with Fruit Salsa!
*Please clearly disclose all food allergies and/or dietary restrictions upon registration.

Sundays, January 30 - March 13 (6 weeks, no class 2/20)

Price: $125

Activity # Ages Time
12036-A 5-9 11:30a-12:30p
12036-B 10 - 14 1:00p-2:00p

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Kids Night Out! (Ages 6-10)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff

Drop your kids with us for an evening of fun! Once a month we will host a Kids Night Out, which is a great
way for parents to enjoy a quiet dinner, time with friends, efficiently run errands, or simply slow down
and recharge without the hassle of finding childcare. Kids get to hang at the Rec and socialize while
enjoying dinner and a movie, create a craft, play games, or other fun things! Registration is per date and
includes pizza, water or juice, and the scheduled activity for the evening. Spots are limited - register early!

Price: $30

Activity # Day Time Theme

12206-A Friday, January 14 6:00p-8:30p Pizza, Movie, & Craft

12206-B Friday, February 11 6:00p-8:30p Pizza & Canvas Painting
with Magic Brush Pottery

Pizza & Cookie Decorating
12206-C Friday, March 18 6:00p-8:30p with Kiran’s Kookies

Cookie Decorating Workshops with Kiran’s Kookies (Ages 8-15)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Kiran Rana of Kiran’s Kookies
We are excited to partner with local confection professional Kiran of Kiran’s Kookies to teach you a
delicious new skill - sugar cookie decorating! Each participant will be provided with 6 cookies, and freshly
made royal icing. Kiran will teach you how to color your icing, fill a piping bag, and all the frosting and
decorating techniques you need to know to create half a dozen beautiful masterpieces based on the class
theme. All cookies, ingredients, and materials are included in the class fee.

Price: $45

Activity # Day Ages Time Theme
8 - 12 2:00p-3:30p Adventure Awaits
12211-A Saturday, January 8 11 - 15 3:00p-4:30p Winter Wonderland
9 - 13 6:00p-7:30p
12211-B Sunday, January 30 Beach Vacation

12211-C Thursday, March 3

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CSI - Crime Scene Investigation (Ages 7-11)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Minds in Motion

Come join our Minds in Motion Crime Team in this fun and interesting program! We will provide your child
with all the tools you need to become your very own crime scene investigator. Learn all about forensics,
searching for evidence, and gathering clues and bring home your very own detective kit! Working in
groups, children will conduct many science experiments in our crime lab to solve the mysteries at hand.
They will learn all about fingerprinting and how to classify them and bring home their very own
fingerprint classification sheet! Be amazed at how much science plays a part in solving a crime. Come
ready with your thinking caps and be prepared to use all the skills necessary to solve the crime of the
century and help save the Minds in Motion Laboratory!

Mondays, January 24 - March 7 (6 weeks, no class 2/21)
Activity #12216-A: 4:30p-5:30p, $125

Bridges and Building (Ages 7-11)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Minds in Motion

Is your child into construction? Have they always wondered how buildings and bridges are built? Let’s get
your child’s mind in motion as they work with and take home their very own Structures Set! Learn all
about buildings and bridges and how they literally support our lives! Experiment with different types of
bridges and find out how their architectural design provides massive weight support. With your child’s
kit, they can build up to nine working models such as a house, pyramid, and various types of bridges:
beam, arch, truss, cable-stayed and suspension bridge. Bring your child to explore their architectural side
as they enter the fascinating world of bridges and buildings and explore the magic of STEM!

Thursdays, January 27 - March 10 (6 weeks, no class 2/24)
Activity #12217-A: 4:00p-5:00p, $125

Home Alone Training (Ages 11-14)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Debbie Laflamme

This workshop discusses maintaining an emergency contact list, telephone and internet safety, fire safety
& gas leaks, arriving home safely, and keeping the house key safe. In addition, this workshop will go over
door safety & strangers, home security systems, when & how to get help if needed, basic First Aid, and
tip for a safe experience being home alone.

Saturday, March 26
Activity # 12021-B: 12:00p-3:00p, $60

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Drag N Drop Coding (Ages 7-8)

Instructor: Code Wiz
Dive into the world of code by coding your own space shooter games, trivia games, music bands, tell a
story, or more! A perfect way for a young beginner to start learning to code. Zoom link will be provided
after registration.

Price: $180

Day Dates Time

Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 4:30p-5:30p
Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

Visual Python (Ages 8-10)

Instructor: Code Wiz
Do you like the idea of animations, funny storytelling with characters, or making 2 player games? In this
visual and interactive Python program you will use a unique platform that guides you through Python in a
fun way! Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Price: $180

Day Dates Time

Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 5:30p-6:30p
Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

Game-Based Python (Ages 10-12)

Instructor: Code Wiz
Do you love playing games? Do you want to learn how to code? Then you’re in the right place! In this
program, participants by playing a game and solving coding puzzles. Also, you’ll get to create your own
game! Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Price: $180

Day Dates Time
Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 5:30p-6:30p
Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

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Intro/Advanced Python (Ages 10+)

Instructor: Code Wiz
The program covers everything you need to know to master the language of Python—from declaring
variables to creating tuples. If your goal is to develop problem solving skills, learn a cool technology, or
develop college application projects, Phyton is a great start! Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Price: $180

Day Dates Time
Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 6:30p-7:30p
Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

Minecraft Coding (Ages 8-12)

Instructor: Code Wiz
Mine deep into the Minecraft world and create the future in this fun program, where participants will
challenge the odds and build dream worlds using code. Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Price: $180

Day Dates Time
Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 5:30p-6:30p
Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

Minecraft World Builder (Ages 7-12)

Instructor: Code Wiz
In this program, participants will learn how to run a city, manage money, protect the environment, all
within the 3D world of Minecraft! This is not a coding based program, but a platform for participants to
learn more about real world economics, city planning, and life management! Zoom link will be provided
after registration.

Price: $180

Day Dates Time
Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 4:30p-5:30p
Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

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Roblox Game Development (Ages 7+)

Instructor: Code Wiz
Anyone can build a game in Roblox! Roblox studio has all the tools to make your wildest gaming
imaginations a reality. Participants tell us what game they want to make and w’ell teach them the
fundamentals and coach through bringing that game to life! Whether your child is new to coding or have
some experience, they will be challenged and have fun while bringing their game to life. Through drag
and drop techniques, they’ll be creating extensions to the Roblox game while fostering their creativity
and learning real-world computer coding. Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Price: $180

Ages Day Dates Time
7-9 Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 4:30p-5:30p
7-9 Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10 5:30p-6:30p
10+ Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8
10+ Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

Game Development with Unity (Ages 10+)

Instructor: Code Wiz
Gaming will never be the same again! In this 2D & 3D game design program, participants will use the Unity
platform and a VR headset, to fuse their imagination with reality and create Virtual Reality and
Augmented Reality games with their code. Participants will also learn how to add creative special filtes to
the camera feed. Additionally, participants will learn how to use hand gestures to interact with the
elements of their virtual game! Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Price: $180

Day Dates Time
Tuesday Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 6:30p-7:30p
Thursday Jan. 6 - Feb. 10

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Winter Sports Management & Fantasy League (Grades 3-8)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Sports Zone 101

This exciting program gives children the opportunity to own and operate their own hockey or basketball
sports team, while also reinforcing in-class learning like math, geography, and critical thinking! Each week
we will take participants through a focused discussion of current events in sports, walk them through
team composition options, and research potential trades. Before they even realize they are learning, your
children will know the basic operations of professional sports teams and be able to apply what they have
learned to a wide array of future activities. To top it off, kids will gain experience in writing and
communication skills as we explore the world of sports broadcasting!

Kids will also get the opportunity to broadcast a TV sports program via Zoom, with parent consent,
before the completion of the program - with the opportunity to be broadcasted with BATV!

Wednesdays, February 2 - March 9
(5 weeks, no class 2/23)

Activity #12101-A: 6:15p-7:15p, $109

Nerf RIVAL Battlegrounds (Grades 3-8)

Location: Hajjar Elementary Gym
Instructor: Sports Zone 101

Come test your individual and team effectiveness as a participant in our Nerf RIVAL Battlegrounds! The
RIVAL series is designed with Nerfers ages ten and up in mind, as it features high-performance, high-
speed Nerf blasters that are perfect for competitive, team-based play. If you have ever wanted to try out
Paintball, this is a great, safe alternative! The RIVAL blasters use squishy Nerf pellets, which is perfect for
competitive gaming because players can feel when they get hit, but the pellets don’t hurt like Paintball or
Airsoft. This awesome program puts a fresh spin on traditional games like Capture the Flag, King of the
Hill, and Zone Wars, while also allowing participants to get great exercise, learn strategic planning skills,
and make new battle-tested friends. Participants will play different games throughout the day, with
individual and team-based challenges, so there is always something new and exciting to strive for. We will
also have all sorts of obstacles for the students to interact with, so they never know what to expect!
There will be no shortage of fun in this program, and we provide all the necessary supplies, so join the
excitement today!

Thursdays, February 3 - March 10
(5 weeks, no meeting 2/24)

Activity #12201-A: 6:30p-7:30p, $99

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Youth Floor Hockey (Grades 1-12)

Location: Marshall Middle School
Instructor: Sports Zone 101

Join your friends for an exciting game of floor hockey! Co-ed teams will be formed the first week.
Equipment is provided. Please note, program times/grade breakdowns are subject to change based on
enrollment numbers.

Saturdays, January 8 - March 5
(8 weeks, no games 2/19)
Price: $60

Activity # Grades Time
12041-A
12041-B 1 - 2 8:00a-9:00a
12041-C
12041-D 3 - 5 9:00a-10:00a

6 - 8 10:00a-11:00a

9 - 12 11:00a-12:00p

Youth Volleyball Leagues (Ages 9-14)

Location: Billerica Memorial High School
Instructor: Sports Zone 101

This exciting league will feature practices, instruction, and a season of competitive games for elementary
and middle school aged kids. Team shirts are included (please note size upon registration).

Sundays, January 9 - March 6
(8 weeks, no games 2/20)
Price: $125

Activity # Ages Time

12001-A 9 - 11 12:00p-2:00p

12001-B 12 - 14 12:00p-2:00p

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Kids Intro to Boxing (Ages 6-14)

Location: MK Boxing (1 Esquire Road, North Billerica)
Instructor: MK Boxing Staff

Many children are picking up the sport of boxing. Training in boxing will not only improve the body, it will
improve the mind. The class will use heavy bags; focus mitt training and boxing combinations.
Conditioning is also a large focus of the program. The kids will learn how to slip and avoid punches. The
focus on technique, form, conditioning, power, speed, timing, coordination and balance will be
emphasized. All contact will be practiced using protective shields, pads, focus mitts and heavy bags led by
an instructor. Gloves will be provided.

Price: $160

Activity # Day Dates Time
12046-A Tuesday
12046-B Saturday Jan. 18 - March 1 4:00p-5:00p
(no class 2/22)

Jan. 22 - March 25 9:30a-10:30a
(no class 2/19)

Kickboxing for Teens (Ages 14+) YogAwareness (Ages 9-13)

Location: MK Boxing Location: Billerica Recreation Department
(1 Esquire Road, North Billerica) Instructor: Pearl Nourishment Staff

Instructor: MK Boxing Staff A 6-week guided stretching and mindfulness-
This class is a mix of boxing and kickboxing building program for tweens. Each week has a
techniques and combinations. Heavy bags, theme with stretches and breathing techniques
conditioning, focus mitts and ring work will all be that coincide with the following themes:
included as elements in this program. This program peacefulness, mindfulness, gratitude, joyfulness,
is suitable for different levels of experience. decluttering, and connection. Nutrition aspects
and tips will also be included in this program.
Tuesdays, January 18 - March 1
(6 weeks, no class 2/22) Tuesdays, January 25 - March 8
(6 weeks, no class 2/22)
Activity #12061-A: 6:30p-7:30p, $160
Activity # 12140-A: 4:00p-5:00p, $55

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Youth Taekwondo (Ages 7-12)

Location: MUSA Total Martial Arts
(630 Boston Road, Billerica)

Instructor: MUSA Total Martial Arts
Taekwondo is a Korean Martial Art that encompasses kicking, punching, traditional Martial Arts discipline
and respect. Students will be welcomed into a positive, fun environment where they will strengthen
body, mind, and spirit, while learning focus, building confidence.

Mondays, January 31 - March 14 (6 weeks, no class 2/21)
Activity #12056-A: 5:15p-6:00p, $90

Youth Learn to Skate (Ages 7-15)

Location: Burlington Ice Palace
(36 Ray Ave, Burlington)
Instructor: FMC Ice Sports

For participants with little or no formal skating instruction, our group skating classes teach skating basics
in a fun and comfortable environment. Skaters will be grouped by age and/or ability if possible. A helmet,
such as a bike helmet or HECC helmet, is required and must be provided by the participant. Wear warm,
comfortable layers that allow for movement, long sleeves and pants, gloves or mittens; Young skaters
should wear waterproof clothing and gloves. Rental skates are available on a first-come, first serve basis
and are included in the class fee. Participants are welcome to bring their own skates, although double
blade skates are not permitted.

Sundays, December 5 - February 27
(13 weeks)

Activity # 11081-B: 2:10p-2:35p, $247

Instructors Wanted!!

Do you have a skill or talent and would like to offer a program
through the Recreation Department? Let us know! For more
information, reach out to us at www.BillericaRec.com, or call

us at (978) 671-0921.

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Therapeutic Recreation, also known as TR or Rec Therapy, is the practice of using leisure and recreation
to improve quality of life and functioning across all domains for people with disabling conditions and
different abilities.

Here at Billerica Recreation Department, we are excited to begin building a Community TR Division.
Therapeutic Recreation in the community can look like a variety of different things, but our vision for the
future includes adaptive programs for all ages, inclusion support services, specialized summer programs,
and sensory friendly components to our larger scale family events.

All programs and intake processes are facilitated by our Assistant Director who is a CTRS (Certified
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) and has many years of experience in the field. If you have any
questions at all about Therapeutic Recreation programs and our path forward, or whether a program is a
good fit for your family member, please don’t hesitate to contact us and ask for Laurel!

New Registration Process! (For ALL new and returning TR Participants)

To ensure that our TR programs are appropriate or to receive inclusion services, the following things
must be completed at least 10-14 days prior to the first date of the program:

Participant Intake Packet – The information this paperwork collects will help us understand how to
support your child or family member during their chosen recreation programs. Topics include
communication, mobility, behavioral supports, social emotional information, allergies, and
functional recreation goals. This packet is located on our website, or you can come grab a copy at
our office.

TR Intake Meeting (In person or via ZOOM) – This meeting will take place between the parent/
caregiver registering their family member for the program and Laurel Rossiter, our CTRS. The
participant is encouraged to join as well! We will spend some time, typically about 30 minutes,
clarifying how to most appropriately support the participant during the programs they are
interested in and coming up with an inclusion plan, if necessary. Once your Intake packet is
completed and received, Laurel will reach out to you to set up this meeting.

Program Registration & Payment – You are welcome to register online or call us if you need
assistance.

Help Wanted!

We can’t grow our TR programs without people like you to help us! Do you have experience with special
population, or an interest in learning how to work with people with different abilities, and want to have
fun getting to know some of your amazing neighbors?! We are looking for qualified adults ages 18+ to fill
a variety of positions, including:

- Adaptive Program Leaders and Support Staff - Inclusion Aides - Sports Coaches

- Volunteers - Special Event Help

Email [email protected] or call the Rec Department and ask for Laurel with any questions,
or to apply!

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Leisure Adventures Club (Ages 18+ with a disability)

LAC includes social activities and community outings for older teens and adults that are designed
specifically to accommodate those with cognitive, developmental, or physical impairments. Programs are
led by qualified Billerica Recreation staff members. Staff to participant ratio will not exceed 1:6.

Please see online forms for guidelines for participation or reach out for more information.

Ceramics with Magic Brush River Hawks College Hockey Game

Location: Billerica Recreation Department Location: Tsongas Center (Meet at Rec. Dept.)
Join us for an evening of creativity! We will be Let’s head to the Tsongas Center to cheer on the
painting a ceramic dinner plate with Magic Brush River Hawks as they take on Providence! The game
Pottery Studio in a follow-along paint night style begins at 7:15p, so please meet us in the lobby at
format. No prior ceramics experience necessary! the Rec. Department at 6:00p so we can board the
Please wear clothes that can get messy, or bring a bus and have plenty of time to park and find our
smock. seats. Please bring your own money to purchase
refreshments or souvenirs.
Friday, January 21
Activity # 16001-A: 6:00p-8:00p, $30 Friday, February 18
Activity # 16001-B: 6:00p-10:00p, $20

Chunky’s Dinner & A Movie

Location: Chunky’s in Nashua (Meet at Rec. Department)
Chunky’s in Nashua will host us for dinner and a movie, which is always a fun time! Departure and return
times, dinner options, and the title of the movie will be communicated to those registered one week in
advance.

Thursday, March 10
Activity # 16001-C: Time & Movie TBD, $35

Special Olympics Bowling (Ages 8+ with a disability)

Location: Woburn Bowladrome
Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff
Join in the fun, develop new skills, and make new friends during the Special Olympics Bowling program!
Fee includes shoe rental and three strings of bowling.
*Note: Dates, times, and pricing have not been set for the winter session quite yet. Please keep an eye
on our website and Facebook page for this information in the next few weeks.

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Adult Skate (Ages 18+) Kickboxing for Adults (Ages 18+)

Location: Hallenborg Ice Rink Location: MK Boxing
Come join your friends for a morning skate at the (1 Esquire Road, North Billerica)
Hallenborg Ice Rink. Have fun while exercising to a
healthy lifestyle. Please register directly with the Instructor: MK Boxing Staff
Recreation Department. This class is a mix of boxing and kickboxing
techniques and combinations. Heavy bags,
Fridays, January 7 - March 25 conditioning, focus mitts and ring work will all be
(10 weeks, no meeting 2/25) included as elements in this program. This program
Activity # 13026-A: 10:30a-11:30a, $10 is suitable for different levels of experience.

Tuesdays, January 18 - March 1
(6 weeks, no class 2/22)

Activity #13061-A: 6:30p-7:30p, $160

Cookie Decorating Workshop with Kiran’s Kookies (Ages 18+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Kiran Rana of Kiran’s Kookies
We are excited to partner with local confection professional Kiran of Kiran’s Kookies to teach you a
delicious new skill - sugar cookie decorating! Each participant will be provided with 6 cookies, and freshly
made royal icing. Kiran will teach you how to color your icing, fill a piping bag, and all the frosting and
decorating techniques you need to know to create half a dozen beautiful masterpieces based on the class
theme. All cookies, ingredients, and materials are included in the class fee.
The theme for this session is: Valentine’s Day!

Saturday, February 12
Activity # 13211-A: 7:00p-8:30p, $45

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Teen & Adult Taekwondo (15+)

Location: MUSA Total Martial Arts
(630 Boston Road, Billerica)

Instructor: MUSA Total Martial Arts
Our teen and adult taekwondo classes are designed to be fun and release your daily stresses. Our
workouts are a combination of low-impact exercise, punching, kicking and flexibility training. Our certified
master and instructors tailor every class to everyone’s skill level.

Thursdays, February 3 - March 17
(6 weeks, no class 2/24)

Activity # 13141-A: 6:15p-7:00p, $90

Teen & Adult Learn to Skate (Ages 16+)

Location: Burlington Ice Palace
(36 Ray Ave, Burlington)
Instructor: FMC Ice Sports

Ages 16 and up are invited to learn to skate, or enhance skating skills in a fun & comfortable learning
environment. Classes include group instruction, free time, & encourage skaters to learn at their own pace.
Helmet or HECC helmet is required. Rental skates are available on a first come, first serve basis, and are
included in the class fee. Please arrive 15-20 minutes prior to class time.

Wear warm, comfortable layers that allow for movement. You are allowed to bring skates, but double
bladed skates are not permitted.

Sundays, December 5 - February 27 (13 weeks)
Activity # 13151-A: 2:40p-3:20p, $273

Bellydancing for Women (Age 18+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Carolisa of Moonlight DJ’s

Make it a girls’ night with friends, mom or daughter to try this beautiful and joyous dance! Energizing yet
relaxing; fast & fiery to slow & smooth, we cover all the basics in this beginner series including a Greek
dance and the beautiful Veil dance; all set to a fantastic mix of world music. Increase flexibility and work
all muscles, especially the core, in this feel-great, FUN & friendly class! Wear comfortable stretchy
clothing and thick socks or ballet-type slippers that “slide”. Women of all ages and fitness levels
welcome!

Thursdays, January 27 - March 17
(7 weeks, no class 3/3)

Activity #13096-A: 6:30p-7:30p, $65

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Hatha Yoga (Ages 16+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Lawrence Brown

Start your day off with yoga, when you’ll stretch, tone, and strengthen your body with traditional yoga
sequences. Also, discover fluid Qigong/TaiChi movements, relaxing yin poses, and awaken Kundalini
energy through gentle exercises. Soothe your body, mind, and soul with mindful breathing and
meditation for a feeling of overall peace and well-being. Suitable for all levels of practitioners. Bring
along a mat, blanket, and water.

Mondays, January 10 - March 21
(9 weeks, no class 1/17, 2/21)

Activity #13061-A: 9:30a-10:45a, $70

Intermediate Yoga Practice (Ages 16+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Lawrence Brown

Emphasizing wellness through practice to bring into your daily life. Class only requires participation and
proceeds at your own pace with moderate to deeper movement and deeper stretching with alignment
and breath. Modifications can be made for any pose. Participants of all abilities are welcome. Bring along
a mat and water.

Wednesdays, January 12 - March 23
(10 weeks, no class 2/23)

Activity #13191-A: 9:30a-10:45a, $70

Zumba Workout (Age 16+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Carolisa of Moonlight DJ’s

Move, Groove, Dance, be fit & have FUN! Get funky to a fantastic mix of dance classics to current music,
plus plenty of 80’s, 90’s, plus Latin and Bollywood; learn an Irish & a barn dance! It’s easy to catch on;
adjust the workout to suit you. Optional: bring your therabands to use for a couple songs to target bi’s &
tri’s. Best are sneakers without much tread. Beginners & all fitness levels welcome! Dance off calories in
this FUN & friendly class!

Tuesdays, January 25 - March 8
(7 weeks)

Activity #13091-A: 6:30p-7:30p, $65

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Meditation (Ages 18+) Pilates (Ages 18+)

Online via Zoom Online via Zoom

Instructor: Personal Euphoria Instructor: Personal Euphoria

End your day with a quiet sense of calm. During Exercises focus on the core muscles which include

this program, you will explore a variety of the abs, back, glutes and shoulders. We work to

breathing practices combined with meditation to create balance and strength in your trunk and

settle and focus the mind. We will use positive loose, limber limbs. Pilates strives to makes you

affirmations, mantra and the chakra system to strong and long while improving balance,

tune in and work towards aligning with peace and coordination and posture. Every part of the body

balance. gets worked and you’ll discover muscles you never

Thursdays, January 13 - April 7 knew you had. Please bring a mat, a water, a green
(13 weeks) (or medium weight) flex band, and a 7.5-9 inch
stability ball.
Activity #17001-A: 7:00p-7:30p, $75

Tuesdays, January 11 - April 5

Barre (Ages 18+) (13 weeks)
Activity #17003-A: 6:00p-6:45p, $88

Online via Zoom Planning4Menopause (Ages 45-60)
Instructor: Personal Euphoria

Barre is a fusion of Pilates, dance, yoga, and Location: Virtual Program

functional training that will lift, tone, and sculpt as Instructor: Pearl Nourishment Staff

well as define and strengthen your core muscles. Planning4Menopause is an 8-week coach-guided

This full body sculpting class uses the ballet program designed for perimenopausal &

Barre (if not available, we’ll use chairs) and small, menopausal women to equip them with strategies

isometric, concentrated movements to create lean for a healthier menopause transition. If you are a

muscles. Each class incorporates an upper body woman who can't seem to find time for self-care;

workout and a combination of high-intensity would like to eat healthier; need to add more

sequences of thigh, glute, and core exercises at activity to your life; feel stress, experience brain

the Barre. The fluid class is set to upbeat music at a fog, have gained weight - then this program is for

vigorous pace to get your heart pumping! Classical you. Healthy habits are based on the four life

Barre is a more traditional style of Barre. Please areas where women often need the most

bring water, a mat, 2-3 and 5-8 pound hand support: 1) Time Planning/Goal Setting; 2)

weights, and 9 inch ball and resistance loop Nutrition Design; 3) Activity Formula; 4) Stress

resistance bands are recommended as well. Management. Set yourself up for a smoother

Mondays, January 10 - April 4 menopause transition!

(11 weeks, no class 1/17, 2/21) Thursdays, January 20 - March 10

Activity #17002-A: 5:45p-6:30p, $76 (8 weeks)

Activity # 13150-A: 7:00p-8:00p, $150
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Core Strength (Ages 18+) Bellydance (Ages 18+)

Online via Zoom Online via Zoom
Instructor: Personal Euphoria Instructor: Carolisa of Moonlight DJ’s
This functionally, fun class provides a complete Make it a girls’ night with friends, mom or
workout that will help tone and reshape your daughter to try this beautiful and joyous dance!
body. You will use light weights, bands and your Energizing yet relaxing; fast & fiery to slow &
own body weight to improve strength, flexibility, smooth, we cover all the basics in this beginner
balance and stamina to sculpt and tone. Bring a series including a Greek dance and the beautiful
yoga mat, water, and light weights. Veil dance; all set to a fantastic mix of world music.
Increase flexibility and work all muscles, especially
Price: $88 the core, in this feel-great, FUN & friendly class!
Wear comfortable stretchy clothing and thick
Activity # Day Dates Time socks or ballet-type slippers that “slide”. Women
of all ages and fitness levels welcome!
17005-A Wednesday Jan. 12 - Apr. 6 9:00a-9:45a
Wednesdays, January 26 - March 2
17005-B Thursday Jan. 13 - Apr. 7 6:00p-6:45p (6 weeks)

Activity #17007-A: 6:30p-7:30p, $60

High Interval Training (Ages 18+) Tighten & Tone (Ages 18+)

Online via Zoom Online via Zoom
Instructor: Personal Euphoria Instructor: Personal Euphoria
(AKA Interval Strength) Interval training is a great Get the endorphins flowing in Tighten and Tone. A
way to increase your endurance and can increase Pilates based class designed to strengthen your
aerobic capacity in just two days of training. This is arms and back using 2 lb. weights, trim and slim
a high intensity class. We’ll focus on endurance your middle through a series of mat-based
training, strength training and all-over body exercises, and lengthen and define the lower body
toning. You’ll be sprinting, jump roping, resistance through body weight resistance to improve
training, and doing plyometrics (which involves balance and stamina. Top off a successful class
jumping). While modifications will be given, this with a rewarding full body stretch to seal in all
may not be a suitable class for individuals with your hard work. Please bring a mat, a blanket, 2-3
certain knee or ankle injuries. The class flies by and lb. weights, and 9 inch ball and resistance loop
no muscle goes untouched. Please bring water, a resistance bands are recommended as well.
mat, towel, 5-8 lb. hand weights, and a jump rope.
Wednesdays, January 12 - April 6
Wednesdays, January 12 - April 6 (13 weeks)
(13 weeks)
Activity #17006-A: 5:45p-6:30p, $88
Activity #17004-A: 7:45a-8:30a, $88

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Instructor: Marlies Henderson This season, this program has been
Billerica Recreation explores the great outdoors! generously sponsored in part by Lahey
Now is your chance to hike with a tour guide and Health, in order to keep program costs low to
experience the mapped trails in Billerica on a two participants and encourage residents to
hour hike. You can register for hikes individually, or experience this program and the great
register for the entire season and save! Connect
with the past, present, and future of our beautiful outdoors Billerica has to offer!
community. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy
footwear, bring a water bottle and a snack. You
may want to wear snowshoes (not required) when
the snow cover allows. Each hike will give you a
new trail to explore and experience. All children
under 14 must be accompanied by a parent/
guardian. Register soon! There are limited spots in
the all hikes session, and more limited spots for
individual hike registration. On-site registration will
not be accepted.

Hikes begin Saturday mornings at 9:45a.
This program is for ages 6 and up

Price: $30/season

$4/individual hike

Activity # Dates Location

13101-A Jan. 8 - March 19 All Hikes

13101-B January 8 Gilson Hill

13101-C January 15 Jones’ Town Forest

13101-D January 22 Cider Mill - Fox Hill

13101-E January 29 Manning State Park

13101-F February 5 The Fields

13101-G February 19 Greenough Land

13101-H February 26 Vietnam Veterans Park

13101-I March 5 Two Brothers

13101-J March 12 Middlesex Canal

13101-K March 19 Rangeway Town Forest

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BILLERICA RECREATION DEPARTMENT
248 BOSTON ROAD, BILLERICA, MA 01821
Phone: (978) 671-0921 Fax: (978) 671-0927
www.BillericaRec.com

Adult/Parent/Guardian: First and Last Name

Address

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Email Date of Birth
Home Phone Cell Phone
State Zip Code
Secondary Adult/Parent/Guardian: First and Last Name Email Date of Birth

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