East Providence Recreation Announces Summer Programs

East Providence Recreation Announces Summer Programs

Except where noted, programs are held at the Senior Center, 610 Waterman Ave. Fees apply where noted. Participants must obtain center membership. Membership for one year: $25 (ages 6-17 & 55 and up); $50 (ages 18-54)


Pre-School

Creative Tumble: Thursdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m., $40 per child/per month (ages 3-5),
Classes begin July 11, 2019 - Held at Breed Hall
This class is designed for children who are ready to tumble on their own. Here, children will learn basic tumbling and gymnastics fundamentals, balancing, imagination, balance beam, floor, rhythm and movement. Children will learn playground and gymnastics safety as well as fine and gross motor skills.

Tumble With Me: Thursdays 9:30 a.m. -10:15 a.m., $40 per child/per month (18 months - 3.5 years old with parent participation) Classes begin July 11, 2019 - Held at Breed Hall
This class is focused on kids having fun and learning something new in a structured environment with the assistance of a parent, guardian, babysitter, aunt, uncle etc. Tumble With Me is designed to introduce acrobatic fundamentals, balancing, tumbles, parachute, imagination, exploration, rhythm and movement. The goal of this class is to get younger students interacting with other children their age, work on listening, taking turns, and creating a smooth
transition into other class settings.

Tap/Ballet: Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m., $40 per child/per month (ages 3-5) Classes begin July 10 – Held at Senior Center – cafeteria.
Combination class that introduces young children to basic dance skills

Youth

Tap/Jazz: Thursdays 4:30 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. $40 per child/per month (ages 8-14). Classes begin July 11 and are held in the Senior Center cafeteria.
Combination class of Jazz & Tap basic dance skills!

Tap/Ballet: Thursdays 5:20 p.m. – 6:05 p.m., $40 per child/per month (ages 6-9). Classes begin July 11 and are held in the Senior Center cafeteria.
Combination class of Tap & Ballet dance skills

HIP HOP: Thursdays 6:20 p.m. – 6:55 p.m., $40 per child/per month (ages 6-14). Classes begin July11 and are held in the Senior Center cafeteria.
Get your child moving with this high energy dance class! Watch your child gain confidence as they learn choreography, hip-hop fundamentals, break dancing and the history of hip-hop.

Tumbling: Wednesdays 5:20 p.m. – 6:05 p.m. (ages 4-6), $40 per child/per month; 6:10 p.m. – 6:55 p.m. (ages 7-14) $40 per child/per month. Classes begin July 10 and are being held at Breed Hall.

Tumbling teaches basic tumbling, gymnastics and dance skills from rolls to back handsprings to leaps and turns. The class curriculum is designed to teach each student at their own individual pace and skill level. Students are taught gymnastics safety so parents can feel confident when their children are practicing at home or on the playground. At the completion of class, students will have the skills and what they need to move on to the next level with ease.

Adult


Hatha Yoga: Tuesdays 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., $12 per class. Classes are led by Kathy Ashton CYT200. Classes begin June 4th and are being held in the Senior Center multipurpose room.
Hatha Yoga is for everyone regardless of age, ability or flexibility! The benefits of this gentile practice include reduced stress, increase in your flexibility, balance, focus and the ability to quiet the mind.*Please bring your own non-slip mat.

Fit Mix: Mondays 6 p.m. – 7 p.m., $5 per class. Classes are led by Karen Ramos-Boyd. Classes are being held June 3-August 26 in the Senior Center multipurpose room. This adult class mixes cardio, weights, bands and more to help you get a balanced workout while allowing you to set your own pace.

Vinyasa Flow Yoga: Thursdays 6 p.m. – 7 p.m., $10 per class. Classes are led by Kim Daniels. Classes begin June 6, 2019 for the summer session and are being held in the Senior Center multipurpose room. In this yoga class, you’ll build strength, flexibility and balance. Classes are intelligently designed to stretch and strengthen all major muscle groups. You’ll flow through linked series of postures with focus on alignment and breath. *Please bring your own non-slip mat.

Lunch In The Park

Summer Meals program begins: Mon. - Fri. 11a.m. -1 p.m. June 24 – August 2 (No meals will be served on July 4, 2019.)

Meals are offered at the following locations: Pierce Field, 201 Mercer St.; George Lima Park, 261 Grosvenor Ave.; Providence Ave. Playground (serving Noon – 1 p.m.), 50 Providence Ave.; and Onna Moniz-John Park (operating until Aug. 23., *no meals Aug. 12), 11 McCausland Ave.

Concerts In The Park

Concerts in the park sponsored by Navigant Credit Union are held at Rose Larisa Park, 701 Bullocks Point Ave. Riverside. All concerts start @ 6 p.m. unless noted.

July 11 David Tessier”S All Star Band Classic rock of the 60’s & 70’s
July 18 Mixed Emotions Classic Rock
July 25 *7 p.m. Strictly Sentimental Swing Band Swing & Jazz
August 1 Rick Ashman Classic oldies & Pop tunes
August 8 Seth Burkhart 4 Smooth Jazz



All Concerts Are Weather Permitting


4th Of July Fireworks

East Providence Independence Day Celebration! Friday, July 5, 2019 (rain date, July 6, 2019) Pierce Stadium, 201 Mercer St. Gates open at 6 p.m. Entertainment by Kicking Hole & Crushed Velvet with fireworks to follow. Free and open to the public. Food and beverage concessions.

For information/registration please call the Recreation Center at 401-433-6360 or Recreation main office at 401-435-7511