Spring 2019 Guide

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Recreation Information 2
April Vacation 3
Superstars (Summer Program) 4
Parks & Discovery (Summer Programs) 5
Preschool Programs 6-8
Youth Programs 9-10

Youth Sports 11-12
Youth Archery 13
CPR and First Aid 14
Adaptive Programs 15
Adult Sports 16-18
Adult Enrichment 19
Adult Programs 20-22
Tickets 23
Trips & Getaways 24
Special Events 25
Program Registration Form 26

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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 Donna Hansen, CPRP
Cynthia Rich
Donald Casey Program Coordinator Brian Leary
Jim Spinale
Ruth Mingo 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
amount equal to the cost paid for the program. For
Most program cancellations are due to not having programs $75 or above, the participant will have the
enough participants for an instructor to run the class. option of receiving a refund check in lieu of a
Don’t let low enrollment cancel your program! Many Household Credit.
times we receive calls for registration after a program
has been cancelled, so don’t delay! Employment & Volunteer

Opportunities

We accept applications for employment and for
volunteers to work in our programs. Please contact the
Recreation Department for further information.
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SNL Vacation Sports Clinic (Ages 7-14)

Location: Parker Elementary
Instructor: Saturday Night Lights
SNL will be running an All Sports clinic during April Vacation! If your child is looking to stay active over
break and participate in a variety of sports and games, then this clinic is the place to be! Each day, the
kids will play at least 2 different sports, from dodgeball, to wiffleball, to basketball, and more! Children
should bring water, and a non-refrigerated snack for the day.

Tuesday, April 16 - Thursday, April 18; 9:00a-12:00p, $90
Activity #: 22096-A

April Vacation Art Camp (Ages 5-11)

Location: Parker Elementary
Instructor: Magic Brush Pottery
Each day, we challenge kids to learn new art techniques. For the first time, we will introduce bubble
painting on a bowl, and shaving cream painting on plates. We will also do 2 days of fused glass projects.
Magic Brush will pick out the projects & pieces. Pottery and glass pieces are food safe, and we will use
non-toxic paint. All pieces with be returned to the Recreation Department within 2 weeks. Each session
features brand new projects and techniques, so if you’ve taken the class before, you’ll still learn
something new!

Tuesday, April 16 - Thursday, April 18; 9:00a-12:00p, $85
Activity #: 22091-A

The LEGO Civics Project (Ages 7-11)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Right Brain Curriculum

Participants will build a fully-planned and intricately-designed Lego city, they also learn to govern it. Kids
will learn about elections, economics, environment and more as they serve on their own city council. They
work on committees to design their official city flag, design their city's currency and create laws. Kids
have the opportunity to run for mayor, open their own business, debate city issues and design city
buildings!

Tuesday, April 16 - Friday, April 19; 11:00a-1:00p, $107
Activity #22086-A

Junior Golf Clinics (Ages 7-14)

Location: Billerica Country Club
Instructor: Barrie Bruce Golf Schools
A series of five 75 minute lessons dealing with safety, swing, irons, woods, the short game, and golf
etiquette. These classes are for beginners as well as those who are in the process of developing better
golf skills. Equipment will be provided.

Session A: Monday, April 15 - Friday, April 19; 9:00a-10:15a, $135. Activity # 22071-A
Session B: Monday, April 15 - Friday, April 19; 1:30p-2:45p. $135. Activity # 22071-B

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Superstars (Ages 6-14) Register by April 20

Location: Vining Elementary for our Early Bird
Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff Discount of $10 off/
Participants are placed in small groups based on their age. Each week will
week!!
include arts and crafts, board games, socialization activities, sports, nature,

special events, weekly trips and large group activities. Children should bring

lunch, snacks and water bottles each day. Register early to ensure a place in

the program as space is limited. Complete medical forms are required for all participants.

We will work with the public school to incorporate applicable educational goals and objectives. Children must be
able to interact with peers and staff, independent in self-help skills, free of emotional and physical outbursts
directed toward themselves or others; They should be free of medical conditions associated with risk for infection,
complications, and/or injury or conditions that, in the opinion of the nurse, may represent a danger to self or
others.

Week Time Theme Field Trip Price

June 24 - June 28 8:30a-4:00p Barnyard Bonanza Endicott Park $225

July 1 - July 5* 8:30a-4:00p Under the Seas New England Aquarium $205

July 8 - July 12 8:30a-4:00p An Amazing World Peabody Essex Museum $225
July 15 - July 19 George’s Island $225
8:30a-4:00p Wind & Sea

July 22 - July 26 8:30a-4:00p Pathfinders Fruitlands $225

July 29 - August 2 8:30a-4:00p Into Orbit McAuliffe-Shepard Discovery Center $225

August 5 - August 9 8:30a-4:00p** Summer Safari Southwick Zoo $205

A $50/child/week deposit may be placed *No Program July 4
Full payment due May 31 **Program closes at 12:00p on August 9

Superstars Extended Hours

Session Time Dates Price
Morning 7:00a-8:30a Weeks 1-7*
Afternoon 4:00p-5:30p Weeks 1-7** Weeks 1-2 - $20
Weeks 3-7 - $25

Weeks 2, 7 - $20
Weeks 1, 3-6 - $25

Weeks must be registered for individually Looking for more summer
*No morning extended hours on June 24 programs? Be on the lookout for our
**No evening extended hours on August 9
“Summer 2019 Program Guide”
to be released in May!!

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Neighborhood Parks Half-Day (Ages 6-12)

Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff
Children choose the park closest to their house. Park instructors provide supervised sports, arts and
crafts, music, games, and special events. Special guests visit our parks throughout the summer. These
programs are designed for children entering first grade to entering 6th grade.

These are drop-in programs with no childcare before or after program. Field Trips will be offered during
the summer with an extra cost. The child must be registered no later than 12 noon of the day prior to the
child's attendance. Need just one week? We offer a one week option for just $60.

*No Program on July 4

Activity # Location Dates Times Price
32020-A Ditson Park June 24 - August 9 9:00a-12:00p $175

32020-B Dutile Park June 24 - August 9 9:00a-12:00p $175

Neighborhood Parks Full-Day (Ages 6-12)

Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff
New this year! The Hajjar Neighborhood Parks is now a full day program! Join us this summer for a full day
of your favorite Neighborhood Parks activities! The program will be held daily from 9:00a-3:00p. This
program is for children entering 1st grade to entering 6th grade. In case of inclement weather, the Hajjar
program will be held as scheduled. A $50/child deposit may be placed (full payment due May 31).

*No Program on July 4

Activity # Location Dates Times Price Register by April 20
32020-C $350 for our Early Bird
Hajjar Park June 24 - August 9 9:00a-3:00p Discount of $325!!

Preschool Discovery (Ages 3-5)

Location: Warren Manning State Park
Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff
Children will have fun making new friends, playing games, doing arts and crafts, listening to storytelling,
enjoying water play at the splash pad, and experiencing special events and guests. This program features
2 options: a Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday program. Week 2 of Session B will be Tuesday/
Friday due to the Thursday, July 4th holiday.

Please note: children must be toilet trained.

Activity # Days Dates Times Price
31001-A Monday/Wednesday June 24 - August 7 9:00a-11:30a $155

31001-B Tuesday/Thursday June 25 - August 8 9:00a-11:30a $155

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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!

Activity # 21001-A: Thursdays, April 25 - June 13 (8 weeks); 9:00a-9:50a, $100
Activity # 21001-B: Tuesdays, April 23 - May 14 (4 weeks); 1:15p-2:05p, $50

Preschool Gymnastics (Ages 2-4)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Knucklebones

Knucklebones' Gymnastics offers a unique twist for your beginning gymnast. Using age appropriate
equipment and fun techniques, your child will gain creative and rhythmic movement, flexibility,
fundamental gymnastics and gross motor skills. Children will learn gymnastics skills including the beam,
high bar, mat routines, and trampolines!

Activity # 21006-A: Thursdays, April 25 - June 13 (8 weeks); 10:00a-10:50a, $100

Mommy & Me: Music and Movement Creative Dancing (Ages 3-5)

(Ages 6 months-2 years) Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Gotta Dance
Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Laurie Pandolfo A Ballet based dance class for ages 3 to 5. This
class helps children recognize their physical person
Come join the fun with 45 minutes of music and and teaches them basic dance moves through fun
movement! Any caregiver is welcome to play the games and songs while enhancing their motor
role of "Mommy" to help develop fine and gross skills. This class will also consist of stretching and
motor skills for your child! Activities include: use of props. Comfortable clothing (or leotard/
rhythm movement, instruments, Baby in the tights) and ballet slippers are recommended.
Mirror, Bubble Time & Parachute fun!
Activity # 21016-A: Thursdays, April 25 - June 13
Activity # 21011-A: Tuesdays, April 2 - May 7 (8 weeks); 1:00p-1:45p, $55
(5 weeks, no class 4/16); 9:00a-9:45a, $55
Activity # 21011-B: Tuesdays, May 21 - June 18
(4 weeks, no class 6/4); 9:00a-9:45a, $45

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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.
Activity # 21021-A: Saturdays, April 13 - June 22 (10
weeks, no class 5/25); 9:00a-9:45a, $97

Lil’ Football (Ages 3-5)

Location: Billerica Recreation Field
Instructor: Lil’ Sports

This football class will introduce many different aspect of the game including: throwing, catching, kicking,
running, and handing off. Kids will learn how to throw and catch correctly with a partner. In addition,
each child will practice kicking off the ground, off a tee, and in the air.
Activity # 21026-A: Saturdays, April 13 - June 22 (10 weeks, no class 5/25); 8:00a-8:45a, $97

Toddler Soccer (Ages 2-5)

Location: Billerica Recreation Field
Instructor: John Teves

Come kick it with us in the toddler soccer program!
Kids will learn the basics of soccer while making
new friends along the way!
Ages 4-5: Fridays, April 19 - June 14 (9 weeks);
9:00a-9:45a, $62. Activity #21051-A
Ages 2-3: Fridays, April 19 - June 14 (9 weeks);
10:00a-10:45a, $62. Activity # 21051-B

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Little Dragons Taekwondo (Ages 3-5)

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

This is an interactive class where children can learn the basics of Taekwondo, a traditional Korean Martial
Art. Participants will learn basic kicking and blocking along with fun, interactive games which target
balance, exercise, following directions, and traditional martial arts discipline. Students should wear
comfortable clothing.
Activity # 21036-A: Wednesdays, April 24 - May 29 (6 weeks); 10:00a-10:30a, $82

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.
Activity # 21041-A: Saturdays, April 27 - June 8 (6 weeks, no class 5/25); 10:00a-10:30a, $72

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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Kids Test Kitchen (Ages 5-14)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Kids Test Kitchen

Kids’ Test Kitchen is on a mission to get young aspiring chefs cooking, tasting, and thinking about healthy
ingredients! Each week, we'll work together to prepare fun snacks, entrées, and side dishes whose key
ingredients are known to be really good for us! 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! Kids have
food allergies, but they shouldn’t miss out on the fun. We know allergies and can work around them,
making sure that everyone is having fun and staying safe.

*Please clearly disclose all food allergies and/or dietary restrictions upon registration.

Ages 5-9: Sundays, April 28 - June 9 (6 weeks, no class 5/26); 11:30a-12:30p, $107
Activity # 22036-A
Ages 10-14: Sundays, April 28 - June 9 (6 weeks, no class 5/26); 1:00p-2:00p, $107
Activity # 22036-B

Ham I Am (Ages 6-10) Beyond the Spotlight (Ages 10-14)

Location: Parker Elementary Location: Parker Elementary

Instructor: Cindi Haggerty Instructor: Cindi Haggerty

This class focuses on imagination and Remember if you shine from within, you'll never

improvisation, utilizing the old favorite drama need a spotlight! In this drama class, we'll have a

games, as well as some brand new ones! Whether blast playing improvisational theatre games,

you are a seasoned actor or this is your first drama performing short scenes and rocking our group

class, you will have fun and gain confidence by "Acting Challenges." The kids will learn skills such

working in teams, building characters, and tapping as: the art of improvisation, confidence, stage

into your own creative talents. Students will also presence, leadership and teamwork. No need to

experiment with music, creative movement, dream about escaping the ordinary life; in this

improvisation, fairy tales and theatre class, we will discover and celebrate how truly

games. Costumes and props provided. extraordinary we really are! Costumes, scripts and

Activity # 22016-A: Wednesdays, March 13 - May 22 props provided!

(9 weeks, no class 4/17, 5/1); 6:15p-7:15p, $120 Activity # 22016-A: Wednesdays, March 13 - May 22

(9 weeks, no class 4/17, 5/1); 7:15p-8:30p, $120

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Writing Wizards (Ages 7-11)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Right Brain Curriculum

In Writing Wizards, we foster a love of writing by guiding our students to write their own short novel!
Using literature like Harry Potter and The Chronicles of Narnia as inspiration, students design a fantasy
world that includes major and minor characters, fantastic settings, deep backstory and a world of
wonder. The authors use artwork and brainstorming to design plot twists and characters. Teachers guide
the students on writing techniques that include dialogue, detailed descriptions, sensory-rich word choice,
and character development.

Activity # 12026-A: Saturdays, April 27 - June 8 (6 weeks, no class 5/25); 11:30a-1:00p, $107

Babysitter Training (Ages 11-18)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Debbie Laflamme

This workshop discusses interviewing with parents, infant & toddler care (diapering & feeding
techniques, creative reading, activities for young children & appropriate snacks), handling bedtime
issues, choosing safe & age-appropriate toys and games, basic First Aid (choking, cuts, eye injuries,
nosebleeds, etc.) and tips for having a safe babysitting experience.

Activity # 22021-A: Saturday, June 1; 1:00p-5:00p, $47

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

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

Similar to the floor skills of gymnastics, Acro & Jazz An enjoyable, challenging, and upbeat dance class
is a performing art that focuses on strength, including both Hip Hop and Jazz moves done to
stretch, and balance. Basic tumbling include top 40 music. This class will enhance strength,
backbends, cartwheels, handstands and more. rhythm and coordination and it's great for both
boys and girls. Comfortable fitted clothing, jazz
Activity # 22012-A: Wednesdays, April 24 - June 12 shoes or clean/dry street sneakers recommended.
(8 weeks); 4:45p-5:30p, $55
Activity # 22011-A: Wednesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 weeks); 3:30p-4:30p, $55

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SNL Flag Football (Grades K-8) PAL Street Hockey (Grades 3-8)

Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Practice Field Location: Marshall Middle School
Street Hockey Rink
Instructor: Saturday Night Lights Staff
Instructor: Billerica Recreation & PAL Officers
Join us for this great opportunity to experience the Join your friends for an exciting game of street
positive, social, & athletic benefits of flag football. hockey! Co-ed teams will be formed the first week.
The goal is to have fun playing the great game of Equipment is provided.
flag football in a safe environment that will help
kids learn and develop the proper skills required. A Grades 6-8: Wednesdays, April 24 - May 29
game shirt and mouth guard will be provided to (6 weeks); 2:15p-3:15p, $42
each participant. Team requests will not be Activity # 22041-A
honored in the interest of keeping teams balanced.
Grades 3-5: Wednesdays, April 24 - May 29
Saturdays, May 4 - June 15 (6 weeks, no games (6 weeks); 3:15p-4:15p, $42
5/25). Price: $99 Activity # 22041-B

Activity # Grade Time Youth Tennis - Beginner (Ages 5-13)
22001-A K-1 4:00p-5:00p
22001-B 2-3 5:00p-6:00p Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Tennis Courts
22001-C 4-5 6:00p-7:00p
22001-D 6-8 7:00p-8:00p Instructor: The Next Champions

Youth Taekwondo (Ages 7-12) For all kids who are new to tennis, or who have
taken some lessons. Lessons will work on tennis
fundamentals such as grip, swing, and ball control.
Players who are in grades 1-2 must register for this
level, unless instructor approval is given to
advance to the intermediate class.

Location: Mu-Sa Total Martial Arts Ages 5-9: Sundays, April 28 - June 9
(630 Boston Road, Billerica) (6 weeks, no class 5/26); 3:00p-4:00p, $80
Activity # 22051-A
Instructor: Mu-Sa Total Martial Arts Ages 10-13: Sundays, April 28 - June 9
Taekwondo is a Korean Martial Art that (6 weeks, no class 5/26); 4:00p-5:00p, $80
encompasses kicking, punching, traditional Martial Activity # 22051-B
Arts discipline and respect. Our program offers an
opportunity to strengthen your body, mind, and Youth Tennis - Intermediate (Ages 9-14)
spirit while having fun and making new friends.
Students will be welcomed into a positive, fun Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Tennis Courts
environment where they will learn focus, build Instructor: The Next Champions
leadership skills and confidence.
This program is for kids in grades 2 and up who
Activity # 22056-A: Wednesdays, April 24 - May 29 have learned the basic strokes and are working on
(6 weeks); 4:55p-5:40p, $72 shot placement and control. Players will focus on
ball returns and develop their overhead serve for
match play.

Activity # 22052-A: Sundays, April 28 - June 9
(6 weeks, no class 5/26); 5:00p-6:00p, $80

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Kids Intro to Boxing (Ages 6-14)

Location: MK Boxing (3 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.
Activity # 22046-A: Wednesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 weeks); 3:30p-4:30p, $167
Activity # 22046-B: Saturdays, April 27 - June 22
(8 weeks, no class 5/25); 9:30a-10:30a, $167

Youth Kickboxing (Ages 12+)

Location: MK Boxing (3 Esquire Road, North Billerica)
Instructor: MK Boxing Staff

Whether you’re looking to increase strength, confidence, or just get a good cardio workout, kickboxing
will keep you coming back for more. You will discover ways to dodge, avoid, guard, and counter attack
combinations. Lots of bag, mitt, and pad work included in this class.
Activity # 22061-A: Wednesdays, April 24 - May 29 (8 weeks); 6:30p-7:30p, $167

Looking for Wrestling & Cheering?

Searching for the wrestling & cheering programs? This spring, the Billerica School’s Athletics
Department will be offering these two programs. For program information, pricing, or to register call the
school’s Athletic Department at (978) 528-7922.

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The On-Site Archery JOAD Club is a registered USA Archery club, offered through the Billerica Recreation
Department. As a registered club, a USA Archery membership is required to participate in these
programs. The USA Archery membership is an all access membership, for just $40 for the whole year. To
become a member, please speak with the Archery program instructor. Our JOAD club has achievement
awards to shoot for. Archers can earn pins in our monthly pin shoots. Each pin level achieved represents
an archer’s progressing skills.

Beginner Archery (Ages 9-16) Intermediate Archery (Ages 9-16)

Location: Vietnam Veterans Park, Upper Field Location: Vietnam Veterans Park, Upper Field
Instructor: On-Site Archery Instructor: On-Site Archery

This program is for those who are new to archery, Archers must have approval from staff to advance
or have limited experience. All archers must start to this level. Participants in this group know and
here unless approved to advance. Proper form and perform proper range rules, procedures, and
skills are taught, and equipment is provided. safety protocols consistently and independently.
Equipment is available for use, but will need
Thursdays, April 25 - June 27 (10 weeks) personal equipment if competing in tournaments.
Activity # 22101-A: 4:00p-5:15p, $125
Thursdays, April 25 - June 27 (10 weeks)
Activity # 22106-A: 5:15p-6:30p, $125

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CPR Training Classes (Ages 14+)

Location: Fire Station Training Hall
Instructor: Code Red First Aid

Students learn how to recognize a life-threatening
emergency, how to provide basic life support, and
what to do in case of an airway obstruction or
choking. ASHI’s CPR PRO has been approved for
training for Emergency Medical Services personnel
and is accepted by the National Registry of
Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).

*Registration due 1 week prior to session date*
Price: $62

Activity # Day Time
23106-A Tuesday, May 7 6:30p-9:00p

23106-B Saturday, May 11 9:30a-12:00p

23106-C Monday, May 20 6:30p-9:00p

First Aid Training Class (Ages 14+)

Location: Fire Station Training Hall
Instructor: Code Red First Aid

This course in First Aid provides the skills necessary
to effectively assess and maintain life from the
critical minutes immediately following an
emergency until the arrival of EMS personnel.

*Registration due 1 week prior to session date*
Price: $47

Activity # Day Time
23111-A Thursday, May 9 6:30p-9:00p

23111-B Saturday, May 11 12:30p-3:00p

23111-C Wednesday, May 22 6:30p-9:00p

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Leisure Adventures Club Adapted Fitness & Fun (15+)

This recreational program is designed for older Location: Billerica Recreation Department
teens and young adults with disabilities who would Instructor: Carolisa of Moonlight DJ’s
like a variety of fun and social activities. Each
season, a different line up of trips and activities is Get ready to move, groove, and rock out in this
scheduled (2-3 each month). totally FUN high energy class! This class will get
you moving through a variety of music, dance,
A separate brochure and registration form is exercise, and games for maximum fun! Classes will
available for this program. Please contact the be fun and exciting for all to enjoy. Dance to
Recreation Department for more details at upbeat music including pop, dance classics, and a
(978) 671-0921. few party line dances! Mix it up with games such
as limbo, freeze dane, and musical hula-hoops.

This class helps develop a healthy lifestyle while
increasing self-confidence, boosting energy, and
making new friends. Wear comfortable clothing,
sneakers, and bring a water bottle.
Tuesdays, April 2 - May 21 (8 weeks); 5:45p-6:30p,
$47
Activity # 26001-A

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Adult Tennis (Ages 14+) Adult Volleyball (Age 18+)

Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Tennis Courts Location: Locke Middle School Gym
Instructor: The Next Champions Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff
Open play. New teams formed each night in this
A beginner-level tennis program for teens and fun co-ed pickup program. Sneakers are required.
adults looking to pick up a new sport, or develop
the basic skills of tennis. Wednesdays, April 10 - May 22 (7 weeks);
6:30p-8:30p, $75
Sundays, April 28 - June 9 Activity #23016-A
(6 weeks, no class 5/26); 6:00p-7:00p, $80
Activity # 22051-A

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

Location: Hallenborg Ice Rink Location: TCS Training Center, 3 Esquire Road,
Come join your friends for a morning skate at the North Billerica
Hallenborg Ice Rink. Have fun while exercising to a
healthy lifestyle. Please register directly with the Instructor: MK Boxing Staff
Recreation Department. Whether you’re looking to increase strength,
confidence, or just get a good cardio workout,
Wednesdays & Fridays, April 3 - April 26 kickboxing will keep you coming back for more.
(3 weeks); 8:50a-9:50a, $8 You will discover ways to dodge, avoid, guard, and
Activity # 23026-A counter attack combinations. Lots of bag, mitt, and
pad work included in this class.

Wednesdays, April 24 - June 12
(8 weeks); 6:30p-7:30p, $167
Activity # 23021-A

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Adult Softball League (Ages 18+)

Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Softball Fields
Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff

New for this year, we will have two separate leagues – a Competitive League and a Co-Ed League! Both
leagues will be played with ASA rules, and are wood bat leagues. While both leagues are intended to be
fun and social, the Competitive League is for teams looking for a higher level of competition.

The Competitive League will be an 18 game regular season schedule, with the top 8 teams making the
playoffs. It will allow for a maximum of 12 teams, and will play games Monday – Friday evenings.

The Co-Ed League will allow for a maximum of 8 teams and will feature a 12 game regular season
schedule, with the top 4 teams making the playoffs. The Co-Ed League will play Monday-Thursday,
exclusively at 6:00.

Full roster and payment is due upon registration, partial payments will not be accepted. Registrations will
be taken on a first come, first serve until spots are filled.

Deadline to register is: Friday, May 17th
Games scheduled to start June 3.

League Price Activity #
23126-A
Competitive $900/team 23126-B

Co-Ed $650/team

Teen & Adult Taekwondo (15+) Adult Archery (Ages 16+)

Location: Mu-Sa Total Martial Arts Location: Vietnam Veterans Park, Upper Field
(630 Boston Road, Billerica)
Instructor: On-Site Archery
Instructor: Mu-Sa Total Martial Arts
Our teen and adult taekwondo classes are The Adult Archery Club is for those who want to
designed to have fun and release your daily learn archery, or who have experience with target
stresses. Our workouts are a combination of low- archery. All skill levels welcome! Being a club, a
impact exercised, punching, kicking and flexibility USA Archery membership is required, which is just
training. Our certified master and instructors tailor $60 for the whole year. To become a member,
every class to everyone’s skill level. please speak with the archery program instructor.
Archery equipment is provided by instructor.
Activity # 23141-A: Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 23 -
May 16 (4 weeks); 6:35p-7:30p, $82 April 25 - June 27 (10 weeks)

Activity # 23136-A: 6:30p-7:30p, $125

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Instructional Pickleball I (Ages 18+) Instructional Pickleball II (Ages 18+)

Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Tennis Courts Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Tennis Courts
Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff

Come join us at our outdoor pickleball courts for For those with pickleball experience, but are not
weekly sessions teaching the basics of pickleball. yet ready to play unsupervised. This program
For anyone who has never played before, or has continues on the basics of pickleball taught in
some experience playing pickleball. Instructional Pickleball I.

Activity # 23136-A: Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 30 - Activity # 23137-A: Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 30 -
June 27 (8 weeks, no class 5/28, 5/30); 11:00a- June 27 (8 weeks, no class 5/28, 5/30); 11:00a-
12:00p, $47 12:00p, $47

Activity # 23136-B: Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 30 - Activity # 23137-B: Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 30 -
June 27 (8 weeks, no class 5/28, 5/30); June 27 (8 weeks, no class 5/28, 5/30);
6:30p-7:30p, $47 6:30p-7:30p, $47

Pick-Up Pickleball (Ages 18+)

Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Tennis Courts
Instructor: Billerica Recreation Staff

Medium paced, non-competitive pickelball play in this co-ed program. For those who know how to play
pickleball, and are comfortable playing without instructor guidance.

Activity # 23138-A: Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 30 - June 27 (8 weeks, no class 5/28, 5/30); 9:00a-12:00p, $12

Activity # 23138-B: Tuesdays, Thursdays, April 30 - June 27 (8 weeks, no class 5/28, 5/30); 7:00p-9:30p, $12

Intro to Golf (Ages 18+)

Location: Billerica Country Club

Instructor: Barrie Bruce Golf Schools

Designed for the new golfer who has little to no experience, this class will teach the fundamentals of golf.
Equipment provided, if needed.

Price: $185

Activity # Day Dates Time
23131-A Saturdays April 6 - May 4 11:30a-12:30p
23131-B Sundays April 7 - May 5 11:30a-12:30p
23131-C Mondays April 8 - May 6 5:30p-6:30p
23131-D Tuesdays May 28 - June 25 5:30p-6:30p
23131-E Wednesdays May 29 - June 26 5:30p-6:30p
23131-F Thursdays May 30 - June 27 5:30p-6:30p

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Paint & Pizza Night! (Ages 16+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department

Instructor: Magic Brush Pottery

Join us for group paint nights this spring!
Participants will work off the instructor’s template
to create your own canvas painting to display in
your home! The painting will measure 12x16. Paint
the nights away with us this spring, and enjoy
some complimentary pizza included in the
registration fee.

*Registration is due 1 week prior to each paint
night

Price: $27

Activity # Day Time “Daisies”
23121-A Friday, April 19 6:30p-8:30p Canvas for Friday, April 19
23121-B Friday, May 17 6:30p-8:30p
23121-C Friday, June 14 6:30p-8:30p

*Head to our website to see an example of
June’s painting “Boat & Shore”

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Yogalates Stretch & Strengthen (Ages 18+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Jen Stimpson

(Formerly Piyo Yoga.) This is a high-intensity, low impact (no bouncing or running) form of yoga to
improve strength and flexibility. This class combines the muscle sculpting of a pilates workout with the
strength and flexibility benefits of a yoga class. Yogalates doesn’t require participants to jump or run but
it will give participants a fat burning, low impact workout. This class is for people who can’t sit still!

Thursdays, April 25 - June 13 (7 weeks, no class 5/23); 5:45p-6:40p, $46. Activity # 23041-A

Twilight Yoga (Ages 16+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Jen Stimpson

Gain flexibility, strength, and relieve stress through yoga! Whether you’re new to yoga or have
experience, this class will meet your ability level. Bring a yoga mat, water, and dress comfortably.
Participants should be able to stand up and sit down on occasion, in addition to mat work.

Thursdays, April 25 - June 13 (7 weeks, no class 5/23); 6:45p-8:00p, $46. Activity # 23046-A

Kickboxing 102 (Ages 16+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Jen Stimpson

NOT YOUR MAMA’S KICKBOXING CLASS!! Participants will burn calories, tone muscles, relieve stress and
have fun! Punch, kick, squat, jump rope, plank, elbow, and knee your way to health and fitness. This is an
interval training class. Participants must have: bag gloves, light hand weights, and a yoga mat.

Thursdays, April 27 - June 13 (7 weeks, no class 5/23); 8:05p-9:05p, $40. Activity # 23051-A

Good Ol’ Fashion 80’s Aerobics (Ages 14+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Jen Stimpson

Remember aerobics classes in the 80’s? Get ready for a similar workout! No headbands or legwarmers
required, this class is for everyone! This class will repeat a basic grape vine step and add progressions as
the class continues for the first half hour. The last portion of class focuses on strength training with light
weights. Participants bring: 2 sets of weights (1-6lbs), Great for participants new to exercising or
participants who may have been away for a workout for a while. You’ll burn calories and have a few
laughs to start your weekend!

Session A: Saturdays, April 27 - June 15 (7 weeks, no class 5/25); 10:15a-11:00a, $46.
Activity # 23056-A

Session B: Mondays, April 1 - June 10 (9 weeks, no class 4/15, 5/27); 3:30p-4:15p, $56.

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Hatha Yoga for Beginners (Ages 16+) Strong by Zumba (Ages 16+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Joan Trubiano Instructor: Jen Stimpson

Hatha yoga is the most commonly practiced Strong by Zumba is a high intensity-interval
tradition of yoga. It is an ancient, time tested training program designed to torch, tone and train
practice of well being and calm abiding. This class your body to the beat . The Strong by Zumba class
will incorporate yoga principles: centering and is not a dance class it is a HITT program with roots
relaxation to calm the mind; yoga postures to in Martial Arts training for a total body workout led
stretch, strengthen and tone the body; breathing by music. Using only your body weight (squats,
techniques to increase lung capacity, strengthen lunges, planks and push-ups) you'll train to the
internal organs and deepen one's ability to relax; beat as muscle conditioning, cardio and plyometric
and meditation practice as a means to reduce moves help you burn calories and tone your abs,
stress and achieve spiritual self-enlightenment. arms, legs and glutes.
Please bring a mat and wear loose, comfortable Sundays, April 28 - June 9 (6 weeks, no class 5/26);
clothing. This class is appropriate for beginners to 9:15a-10:30a, $77
advanced practitioners as each person works at Activity # 23066-A
his or her own pace.

Mondays, April 1 - June 17 (10 weeks, no class 4/15,
5/27); 9:15a-10:30a, $72. Activity # 23061-A

Line Dancing for Beginners (Ages 14+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Heather Dinsmore

Dancing is one of the most enjoyable ways to get moving. Regular dancing is great for losing weight,
maintaining strong bones, improving posture and more! This class will get you moving, meeting new
people, and getting the benefits of a great workout. Line dances are choreographed dances performed in
unison by a group of people in rows. This class is for anybody! From day one, enjoy dances like country,
Irish, Latin, and pop. Wear comfortable clothes and bring sneakers.
Activity # 23071-A: Thursday, April 25 - June 6 (6 weeks); 11:45a-12:45a, $45

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HIIT/Tabata Training (Age 18+)

Location: Billerica Recreation Department
Instructor: Mike Hall

Using HIIT principles combined with Tabata based resistance training, you will be provided the tools to
increase strength and endurance with focused workouts in a supportive group setting. Modification will
be offered. Participants of all fitness levels welcomed!
Session A: Mondays, Wednesdays, April 8 - June 12 (10 weeks, no class 4/15, 5/27); 6:15p-7:00p, $92.
Activity # 23086-A
Session B: Saturdays, April 6 - June 15 (10 weeks, no class 5/25); 8:00a-8:45a, $45.
Activity # 23086-B

Zumba Workout (Age 14+)

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

Move, Groove, Dance and Get Fit and have fun! This energizing dance-fitness workout combines easy
dance moves with traditional exercises to burn calories and strengthen abs, core, your lower body. Get
funky to a fantastic mix of "old school" dance & party classics to current, Latin & world music. This class is
great for all levels including beginners and those new to exercise; it's easy to catch on! Moves & dances
will be explained as needed. Adjust the workout to suit you- easier or more intense. We will use
therabands for a few songs to target bi's & tri's. Includes a segment on mats for core, glutes & cooldown.
Bring a mat; therabands supplied. Best are sneakers with minimum tread such as aerobics, dance or well
used sneakers. Bring water! Dance off calories and get a complete workout in this fun & friendly class!

Tuesdays, April 2 - May 21 (8 weeks); 6:35p-7:35p, $77. Activity # 23091-A

Bellydancing for Women (Age 18+)

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

Have you ever wanted to try Bellydance? Make it a girls’ night out with friends to learn this beautiful and
joyous dance! You’ll be surprised how much you’ll learn in this Beginner series. Fast & fiery to slow &
smooth, this dance includes isolations, figure 8’s, flowing hands/arms, a Greek dance and the beautiful
Veil Dance - all set to a fantastic mix of world music. Increase flexibility, work all muscles, especially the
core, and feel great in this FUN & friendly class! Wear comfortable stretchy clothing and thick or slipper
socks. Veils may be borrowed.

Mondays, April 1 - May 20 (7 weeks, no class 4/15); 7:15p-8:15p, $72. Activity # 23096-A

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Red Sox Tickets

The Red Sox are World Series Champions! Take advantage of
discounted tickets this season and watch the Red Sox on their
road to repeat in 2019! Game times are subject to change by MLB.

Game Opponent Time Price Section
Sunday, May 19 Houston Astros 1:05p $49/ticket RF Section 2

Saturday, June 8 Tampa Bay Rays 1:05p $49/ticket LF Section 33
Sunday, August 11 LA Angels 1:05p $47/ticket “Family Section”

RF Section 2

Showcase Cinema
Tickets

$10

Lowell Spinners Tickets

These discounted Lowell Spinners tickets come as a “Family Pack”
which includes a hot dog, drink, and ice cream served in your box
seat by stadium wait staff! Be one of the first 1,000 fans in
attendance to receive that night’s free giveaway!

Game Opponent Time Price Giveaway
5:05p $20/ticket Mini Bat
Saturday, June 15 Connecticut Tigers
5:05p
Sunday, August 4 State College $20/ticket Andrew Benintendi
Sunday, August 25 Spikes 5:05p $20/ticket Bobblehead

Aberdeen Mookie Betts
IronBirds Bobblehead

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April 11 - 13 2019 Billerica Trips & Getaways
April 27
May 4 - 5 Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington, D.C. Overnight
May 11 Nantucket Daffodil Festival
May 19 - 20 New York City Overnight
June 7 - 9 Statue of Liberty
June 29 Nantucket Island Overnight
July 3 - 5 Bar Harbor, ME Overnight
July 6 Newport, RI and Lobster Bake
July 27 Red Sox in Toronto Overnight
Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard
White Water Rafting at Crab Apple White Water

For trip information, pricing, or to register call (978) 671-0921
or visit us online at www.BillericaRec.com!

All trips are offered with Deluxe Motorcoach through Celebration Tours

TRIPS AND TOURS POLICIES

The Recreation Department cannot guarantee bus transportation in the event of stormy weather or other causes
beyond our control. If the tour/trip cannot be not provided, the Recreation Department will refund the amount
you were charged for the bus. However, the Recreation Department cannot give refunds for ticket or admission
fees if the tour/trip is held.
Please note that many of these trips are scheduled in conjunction with other towns or organizations. While it is
hoped that a sufficient number of Billerica registrations for these trips will allow for departure from the Municipal
Parking Lot at Good Street, this cannot be guaranteed. If the registrations are not sufficient to allow for the mo-
tor coach to come to Billerica, a different departure location will be scheduled, as close to Billerica as possible.

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Spring Fling - Mother & Son Dance 2019 Easter Carnival

When: Friday, May 17 When: Saturday, April 6, 10:00a
Location: Peggy Hannon-Rizza Complex
Location: Billerica Lodge of Elks Join us this spring for our first annual Easter
Carnival! The event will feature games, cookie
It’s time to put on your bow-ties and beautiful decorating, wooden egg painting, an Easter egg
dresses, ladies and gents, the “Spring Fling” hunt, and pictures with the Easter Bunny!
Mother & Son Dance is here! Come with your
favorite lady, whether it’s your mom, *Carnival starts at 10:00a, with the Egg Hunt
grandmother, aunt, or neighbor! starting at 10:30a*

Come down to the Recreation Office to fill out the This event is free, but pre-registration for the egg
registration form and grab your tickets! Space is hunt is required.
limited - don’t miss out!
Age Activity #
Please note the number of guests on the 2 & Under 65001-A
registration form prior to submitting to the 65001-B
Recreation Department. 3-5 65001-C
6-10
Tickets go on sale: Tuesday, April 9 (4:00p-7:00p),
during office hours starting Wednesday, April 10. CLEAN UP GREEN UP

Ticket Prices:
$30 per “Mother”/Son pair
$10 per each additional “son”

Billerica Health & Wellness Fair Saturday, May 4
8:30-2:00PM
Saturday, April 13, 2019. 10:00a-2:00p
Billerica Lodge of Elks All over Billerica
14 Webb Brook Road, Billerica As the summer approaches, it’s time for the residents
of Billerica to come together as we continue to make
This FREE family friendly event features vendors our wonderful community clean for everyone to enjoy.
and displays from health and wellness service For the past few years our Town has run an event called
providers in the Billerica area. Information will be Clean Up Green Up and will be hosting this event again
available from different health, wellness, and this year on Saturday, May 4 from 8:30-2:00pm. We are
recreation organizations with demonstrations and seeking volunteers to aid in the beautification of our
free screenings. The fair is focused on helping you parks and school fields.
get the info necessary to live a healthy and active
lifestyle. Each year individuals, families and groups register to
clear debris and trash from designated areas and plant
flowers at Town buildings, parks, playgrounds,
commons and public islands. If you are available and
willing to help tidy up your neighborhood please
register on our website or visit us at our office!

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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

Household Contact Information Town State Zip Code
Email Date of Birth
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Emergency Contact: In case we can not reach you at the numbers listed above, please call:

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This is to certify that the above registered individual has my permission to participate in the program indicated above being conducted by
the Billerica Recreation Department or its agents. I hold harmless any member of the Recreation Department or its agents from any and all
injuries that might be sustained by the participant during the program. Further, this verifies that the participant is up to date with his/her
immunizations and is able to participate in all activities. In the event of injury, I grant permission to provide/acquire medical care or
assistance. By registering for a program. I give Billerica Recreation permission to take and publish photos of me or my dependent
participating in these programs. Pictures and names may be used for promotion of programs offered by the Billerica Recreation Department.
(If you do not wish to be photographed, a written statement must be received with this registration.)

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