parks & recreation department - derry township...trips saturday, june 25, 2016 • 7:30am-10pm...

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Jean Allegrini,

Maria Memmi,

Mark Brace,

Susan Cort,

Trish Foster,

Terry Singer,

Robert L. Wilhite, Jr.

Table of Contents: 2 Recreation Center Fees

3 Park Rental Fees/Parties

4-6 Upcoming Events/Trips

7-8 Recreation Center Skatepark/Pool News/

Drool in Pool/Pool Closings

9-10 Recent News/Childcare/Special Events

11 Drive-In Movies/Hershey Legion

12-14 Chocolate Town Square/Fitness Classes

15-18 Aquatics/Pickleball/Volleyball

19-20 Karate

21-22 Soccer Shots/Pre-School &

Youth Programs/Puppy-Dog Training

23-26 Tennis/Summer Camps/Sports Camps/

Science Explorers

27 Cocoa Castle

28 Manada Conservancy

29 Memorial Day Parade

30 Friends of Parks & Recreation

31 Cocoa Castle Picket Sale

32 Employment

33 Decked Out Live! The Vineyard

& Brewery at Hershey

34 Program & Membership Information

Members & Residents may register for

all classes EXCEPT swim lessons as soon

as the newsletter is available.

PLEASE NOTE: SWIM LESSON

REGISTRATIONS mailed or faxed before the

published registration dates will be returned.

Parks & Recreation Department Hershey Recreation Center

605 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033

Telephone: 533-7138 Fax: 533-2154

Summer Hours begin May 28, 2016

Office Hours Monday-Friday 5:30 am – 9:00 pm Saturday 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Pool Hours Monday-Friday 5:30 am – 7:30 pm*

(5:30 am for Members Only/Lap swim; 14 yrs and older)

Saturday 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm Sunday 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm

*Based on darkness, opening and closing times are subject to change at management’s discretion. The pool will be closed from 12:00-12:30pm

Monday-Friday for maintenance beginning June 8, 2016.

We also offer online registration for our programs

through our website, www.derrytownship.org.

SUMMER

Dates To Remember: Swim Classes *Swim Lesson Registration - Mem & Res May 11 *Swim Lesson Registration - Non-Res May 18 Session 1 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jun 13-23 Session 2 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jun 27-30 Session 3 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jul 11-21 Session 4 Learn-to-Swim Classes Ju1 25-Aug 4 Waterbabies/Tots 1: Jun 13-30 Waterbabies/Tots 2: Jul 11-Aug 4 Adult Beginner Swim Lessons: Jun 15-Aug 3

Special Dates Summer Season Kick-Off May 28 Memorial Day Observance Mon. May 30 Pool Party Jul 17 Summer Day Camp Starts Jun 13 Kid’s Club Registration Wed. July 20 Drive-In Movies at Shank Park Jun 3, Jul 8, Aug 5 Full Moon Party Jun 18 Glow Back to School Party Aug 13 Ben & Tim Day Aug 27 Drool in the Pool Sep 10

Hershey Recreation Center • 533-7138 • www.derrytownship.org 2

REC CENTER DAILY FEES

Derry Township Resident

Preschool (age 4 & under) Free

Child (age 5 to 11) 6.00

Adult (age 12 and up) 7.00

Senior (age 65 and up) 6.00

Non-Resident





Rec. Center Fees

REC CENTER 10 DAY PASSES

Derry Township Resident





MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP POLICIES

*1 Month Membership: May be

purchased between September 8 and May 1.

*3 Month Membership: May be

purchased between September 8 and March 1.

RESIDENT Summer Annual Pool Summer Pro-Rate NEW NEW

Individual $106.00 $169.00 $80.00 Add Mem $25.00 (Summer) Care Giver Membership

Family $227.00 $373.00 $170.00 Add Mem $40.00 (Annual) $60

Senior $84.00 $137.00 $63.00 (applies for all Ind, Fam, Sen.)

NON-RESIDENT Summer Annual Summer Pro-Rate NEW NEW

Individual $204.00 $321.00 $153.00 Add Mem $25.00 (Summer) Care Giver Membership

Family $423.00 $602.00 $317.00 Add Mem $40.00 (Annual) $60

Senior $143.00 $220.00 $107.00 (applies for all Ind, Fam, Sen.)

Caregiver Membership-

Available for SUMMER

ONLY: $60.00 This membership is strictly

for a person who is

accompanying children to the pool

(babysitter or nanny). This person must be at

least 14 years of age and the membership

is only valid when caring for the child or

children identified at the time of purchase.

Family Membership-

A family membership consists up to four (4)

individuals residing in the same household,

where no more than two (2) of the individuals

are adults (age 18+), with the exception of

full-time students up to 22 years of age.

Additional family members (Child or Adult).

Summer/Winter Membership:

+ $25.00 per person

Annual Membership:

+ $40.00 per person

Disposable diapers are

prohibited in all pools.

Swim diapers

may be purchased

at the Front Desk.

Groups of 12 or more, please

contact the Hershey Recreation

Center for rates and availability.

**Now Accepting Healthways & Silver Sneakers, please see Front Desk for more details.**

SUMMER POOL MEMBERSHIP: Valid from May 28– September 5, 2016.

Summer Pro-Rate will be effective

on July 15, 2016.

Picnic Shelters (Shank Park, Gelder Park and Recreation Center)

(Picnic Shelters ONLY, the residency requirement is 60%.)

Resident Non-Resident

11:00 am - 3:00 pm: $60 $85

4:00 pm - Dusk: $60 $85

11:00 am - Dusk: $80 $120

PARK FEE SCHEDULES

ATHLETIC FIELDS Resident no charge

Non-Resident $40 per hour

Resident & Non-Profit Event Fee $40 per hour

Non-Resident Event $60 per hour

An event consists of clinics, tournaments, or non-league play.

Park Rental Fees

Parties

Hershey Recreation Center • 533-7138 • www.derrytownship.org

$25 Non-refundable deposit is due at the time of request for shelter rentals.

Daily times available

11:30am-1:30 pm

(pool opens 12:30 pm)

2:30-4:30 pm • 5:30-7:30 pm

(pool closes at 7:30 pm)

All parties are held during open swim hours.

(Open swim begins at 1:30 pm) Admission up to 20 persons.

Anyone going on pool deck is included in the count.

*Set-up may not begin earlier than a

1/2-hr prior to the scheduled start time of your rental.

**Rates effective for parties taking place

May 28, 2016 through September 5, 2016

Swim Party Resident $100/Non-Resident $185*

Includes use of the lobby for 2 hours and wristbands for the pool.

Each additional person $4.

Swim & Gym Party Resident $115/Non-Resident $200*

Includes use of the lobby for 2 hours, exclusive use of the gym

for 1 hour, concurrent with lobby, and wristbands for the pool.

Each additional person $4.

Skate Party Resident/Non-Resident $85

Includes use of the pavilion for 2 hours and wristbands for the skatepark. Each

additional person $2.

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Upcoming Events 25th ANNUAL

BEN & TIM DAY

August 27, 2016 • Hershey, PA

Ben & Tim Day proceeds benefit the Tim Russell and

Ben Yupcavage Memorial

Scholarship Program, a program

remembering two Hershey High

School athletes who were

tragically killed in an automobile

accident January 23, 1992.

Candidates must be seniors at HHS and apply through the

high school website.

This year is the 25th annual event and promises

to be the BEST ONE YET!

5K Run – 9:00 am with electronic chip timing

Advanced Registration $25; Day of $30

1 Mile Fun Run/Walk – 10:00 am

Advanced Registration $10; Registration after August 1 - $12

Cash awards for 5K race - Age category winners; Medals for all participants 12 years and under;

After the 1 mile event - Random prizes awarded by bib number;

Destination get-a-way trips will be given away by random drawing post-race (Entrants must be 18 to win);

Cotton Shirt guaranteed for all advanced registrations for both events.

• Free Soccer Shots Demonstration Clinic – 9:15-9:45 am

for ages 3-8 @ Hershey’s Field Hockey Field.

Register online at SoccerShots.org/Harrisburg

• Ben Yupcavage Memorial Boys’ Soccer Scrimmage

10 AM @ Hershey’s Soccer Fields

• Pre-Race Spaghetti Dinner – Friday, August 26 at

Hershey High School 5-7:30 PM

• Chicken BBQ Dinners available at race site. Advanced

tickets available from HHS Cross Country and

Soccer Team members.

• Occasions Disc Jockey & Swingin’ Sweets (Italian Ice)

will be volunteering their services.

Visit www.benandtimday.org for details,

on-line registration directions, registration forms or

contact Hershey Recreation Center at 717-533-7138.

Printed sponsorships available on all race shirts – See “Sponsors”

at www.benandtimday.org for more information.

Monetary or prize donations can be made through website.


FITNESS 4 FOCUS

O2 CHALLENGE

Fitness 4 Focus presents

The 1st Annual 02 Challenge -

Overcoming Obstacles

in partnership with Ben & Tim Day,

August 27, 2016 in Hershey.

This obstacle course challenge is geared

towards and benefits the special needs

community. Registration will begin on

April 1, 2016.

Stay tuned for more information at

www.fitness4focus.com.

http://www.benandtimday.org

http://www.benandtimday.org

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Upcoming Events


Sponsored by the Township of Derry

Department of Parks & Recreation

in cooperation with the

Hershey/Hummelstown Kiwanis Club

8-10 am for anglers up to age 12

10 am to closing—pond open to the public

subject to current state regulations.

41st ANNUAL FISHING DERBY

Saturday, May 7, 2016

Bullfrog Valley Pond, Hershey

Limit: First 5 trout caught per angler.

Rules: No registration required. Donations will be

accepted to benefit the Friends of Parks & Recreation. The

derby is for anglers up to age 12. We ask that parents do not

fish during the derby.

Prizes: Special prizes for palomino, longest, and

heaviest trout caught. A raffle will be held at the

conclusion of the derby for an assortment of prizes from

Hershey/Hummelstown Kiwanis Club and Bass Pro Shops.

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Trips

Saturday, June 25, 2016 • 7:30AM-10PM

There's so much to see and do in the Big Apple! Whether you

want to see the latest Broadway Musical, experience New York

City's best museums and attractions or go shopping and dining.

Plan your day in New York and let us take you there in the

carefree comfort of a deluxe Wolf's motor coach. New York

offers a wide variety of world-class sightseeing, dining and

shopping opportunities that you can take advantage of. If you're interested in Broadway Show tickets, Wolf's is now an official agent for Broadway Show tickets! Take New York City into your own hands. We will get into the city at approximately 11:30am and drop you off around the theater district and depart the city at 6:30pm. New York Your Way gives you the opportunity to decide what you would like to do for the day. The city is yours for the day when it’s 'New York Your Way'. There will be a short stop on the way to the city at a fast food restaurant and a short rest stop on the way home from New York City. Please have dinner in the city. Package Includes: Transportation. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32(Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).

Depart 7:30 am

#9934

$72 Per person

NEW YORK CITY-

YOUR WAY

Trips

Saturday, July 9, 2016 • 9:30AM-5:30PM

You will have 5 hours to spend at the Folk Festival. Be sure to check out one of the festival's busiest and most popular attractions! The festival's world-famous Quilt Barn features over 2500 traditional handmade quilts and wall hangings on display and for sale throughout the entire festival. Plus their fully stocked quilt shop sells all the notions and hard-to-find items quilting enthusiasts look for, including the finest quilt fabric and exquisite miniature framed quilts! The festival also features over 200 of America's finest craftsmen and folk artists! People from all over the world come to one of the country's largest gatherings of traditional craftsmen as they demonstrate and explain the process involved with creating such wonderful pieces. When you get hungry, you'll have no trouble finding something good to eat. It's Pennsylvania Dutch tradition that meals should be scrumptious and plentiful, and this is fully understood at the festival. Tasty selections abound, with items ranging from snacks to lunches to family-style dinners. Don't miss another long-held tradition, the 19th-century bread oven, one of the oldest in Pennsylvania, where bread is baked daily. Children’s activities include animal exhibits, hay mazes, do-it-yourself murals, rides, and more. Package Includes: Admission to the Folk Festival and Transportation Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32 (Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).

Depart 9:30 am

#9936

$54 Per person

KUTZTOWN

FOLK FESTIVAL

Saturday, July 30, 2016 • 7:30AM-9:30PM

We arrive at Coney Island, located in Brooklyn, NY, approximately 11:30 a.m. for free time to get lunch and explore. Coney Island is the first dedicated amusement area in the world and includes 50 or more separate rides and attractions. Coney Island offers an abundant amount of places to get some great food including Nathan’s Famous Hot Dogs, Ruby’s Bar and Grill, the famous Grimaldi’s Pizza and more. The day is yours to explore at your leisure. We will depart for home around 4:30pm. After the tour, we will make a dinner stop en route home. Package Includes: Free Time at Coney Island and Transportation. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32(Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).

Depart 7:30 am

#9937

$72 Per person

NEW YORK CITY

CONEY ISLAND ON YOUR OWN

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Sunday, October 16, 2016 • 7:30AM-10PM

After a short restroom stop on the way, we will begin our day with a delicious brunch at the Penn Wells Restaurant featuring a waffle bar, eggs benedict, French toast and much more plus a variety of lunch favorites. Then, take a short walking tour of downtown Wellsboro, where you will feel like you have stepped back in time while viewing the beautiful well-kept homes, and the distinctive gaslights which line main street, followed by a driving tour through the historic town. After the tour, we will make our way to the PA Grand Canyon Overlook and Visitors Center. Pine Creek Gorge, otherwise known as the 'Grand Canyon of PA', is a classic example of a canyon cut during the Ice Age, primarily the result of water overflowing a former glacial lake. The canyon meanders through a vast wilderness landscape of breathtaking beauty and unparalleled views ablaze with the vibrant colors of autumn. The visitor’s center will provide a look back at the formation of the gorge through an introductory video and exhibits. Now, it’s time to take a closer look at the canyon with a 2-hour long covered wagon ride into the Upper Gorge along the Pine Creek. Please dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Following our covered wagon ride, we will depart for home with a dinner stop along the way. Package Includes: Penn Wells Restaurant Brunch, Step-on Guide, Short Walking Tour of Wellsboro, PA Grand Canyon Overlook & Visitors Center, Covered Wagon Ride & Transportation. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32(Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).

Depart 7:30 am

#9938

$154 Per person

PA GRAND CANYON

There are only a limited number of seats available for each trip, please register early!

Saturday, December 3, 2016 • 7:45AM-9:15PM

The Dickens Christmas Festival in Wellsboro is a place where you can rekindle that old-fashioned holiday spirit. The streets will be decorated and filled with costumed performers and vendors creating a Victorian atmosphere. Package Includes: Dickens Christmas Festival, Dinner Buffet at Country Cupboard, Transportation. Trip will depart from the Harrisburg Mall, 3501 Paxton Street, at Pole #32(Indicated with a Wolf’s Bus sign).

Depart 7:45 am

#9939

$115 Per person

DICKENS OF A

CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL IN WELLSBORO


7 Hershey Recreation Center • 533-7138 • www.derrytownship.org

Recreation Center Skatepark Ages 9 and older

Skatepark opens June 13, 2016.

Daily Fees and Hours

Opening and closing times are

subject to change.

SKATEPARK

June 13 - Aug 20

Monday 1 pm - 4 pm

Wednesday 4 pm - 7 pm

Saturday 1 pm - 7 pm

Skateboard and BMX

use may be restricted for safety

reasons at Manager’s discretion.

DAILY FEE

$4

A parental signed waiver

must be signed for anyone

under 18.

Residents Only – Take 50% off

our daily fee rate after 5 pm weekdays

between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

RAFT HOURS:

Monday - Thursday

6:30-7:30 pm*

Disposable diapers are prohibited in all pools.

Swim diapers may be purchased at the Front Desk.

Friday/Saturday/

Sunday

5:00 – 7:30 pm*

RESIDENTS!!!!

Check Out Our

Evening Rates!

*Are subject to change at management’s discretion.

Come out for a fun-filled day of swimming and activities in and out of the water, including: land and water games, crafts, music, and lots more! Rain or Shine!

Sunday July 17

2:00 – 5:00 pm

Pool Party!!

Pool News

Full Moon Party! Saturday,

June 18, 2016 8:00-11:00PM


Pool News

Glow Back-to-School

Party! Saturday,

August 13, 2016 8:00-11:00PM

Drool in the Pool The outdoor pool will open for one more day after Labor Day, but not for humans! Bring

your four-legged friend for a refreshing afternoon swim. Sorry, but you’ll

have to leave your swimsuit at home — humans will not be allowed in the pool during

the event. “Dog Guards” will be on duty to keep an eye on the pooches.

Dogs must be at least 6 months old. All dog owners must bring written proof showing their dog

is current on their rabies vaccine.

POOL

CLOSINGS

The upper pool will be

Closing On

Monday, August 22 for maintenance.

It will reopen on Tuesday,

September 6, 2016.

The Lower (outdoor) pool

will close on Monday,

September 5 at 7:30 pm.

Saturday, Sept. 10th

1:00-4:00 pm

Cost $5.00 per dog

Saturday, Sept. 10th

1:00-4:00 pm

Cost $5.00 per dog

Recent News 32nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt!

Childcare KID’S CLUB

Before and After School Grades 1st through 5th. KID’S CLUB REGISTRATION

Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at the Hershey Recreation Center,

or online at

www.derrytownship.org. REMINDER:

REGISTRATION BEGINS AT 8AM on

ONLINE or at the Recreation Center.


Our before and after school care is provided at the Hershey

Elementary School from 6:30 am to 8:25 am and 3:37 pm

to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. Full day services are

available on in-service days, school holidays, and most snow

days. Program activities include structured indoor and outdoor

games, free play, arts and crafts, and individualized projects.

Local field trips and swimming on days of full-time care.

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New! CARD MAKING CLASS! Ages 16+

Have you ever been interested in learning how to make

handmade cards but have been too afraid to try or didn't have

the supplies to do it? Now is your chance! Join us for an

introductory card making class to get you started. Each person

will take home 8 cards at the end of class. All supplies are

included. **Cost is $20 per participant. Fee will be collected by

the instructor on the day of the class.**

Saturday 11:30 am – 1:00 pm May 7 #10171

Mem/Res/Non-Res $20

Hershey

Recreation Center— Gym

Thank you to ALL who made this Event

possible!

The Hershey Company

Giant

Wendy’s

Neil Fasnacht and

Seaside Amusements

Café on Cocoa

Hershey Fire

Department

Special Events MEMORIAL DAY PARADE & OBSERVANCE

Monday, May 30, 2016 • Hershey Recreation Center

Each year the Township of Derry Memorial Day Observance Committee plans a special observance honoring those who have served

our country in the armed forces. There will be a parade that will leave from the Hershey Recreation Center, and upon conclusion, a

special ceremony will be held at the Township’s War Memorial located at the Hershey Recreation Center.

Essays can be mailed to: Township of Derry Department of Parks & Recreation,

Attn: Essay Contest, 605 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033.

The Hershey Italian Lodge

holds a ceremony at 9:00 am.

at the Soldier Memorial

on West Chocolate Avenue.

FEATURED AT THE EVENT:

Parade staging begins at 8:00 am

Parade begins at 10:00 am

Ceremony begins at 11:30 am

Live music

Keynote Speaker

Reading of youth essays

Memorial Day Essay Contest Rules

1. Open to Derry Township residents in grades 4 – 12.

A) “What Memorial Day Means to Me.”

B) “Consider the sacrifices soldiers have made, and make, for our country. Write a letter to a soldier, real or

fictitious, thanking them for their service.”

C) “Find a quote that you believe appropriately honors/summarizes Memorial Day.

Explain why you chose this quote.

D) ”Interview a relative, neighbor or veteran, who lived through one of the wars of the twentieth and

twenty first centuries. Write a narrative about that person’s experience and how it relates to Memorial Day.”

1. Essays should be typewritten, double- spaced on plain white paper, or neatly

handwritten. Include name, teacher’s name, and your grade.

2. One winner and one honorable mention will be selected from each age group. Winners and Honorable Mentions receive cash

prizes that are donated by the Friends of Derry Township Parks and Recreation.

3. Winners are required to read their essays at the Memorial Day Observance held on Monday, May 30, at 11:30 am.

4. Deadline for essays is Friday, May 13, 2016.



USA Theatres would like to recognize:

Turkey Hill Minit Markets, The Hershey Company, Turkey Hill Ice Cream,

The Ticket Sport Radio 1460 AM, Jackie Henry w/ Howard Hanna, Isaac's Restaurant & Deli, The River 97.3 WRVV

BOB 94.9 FM, Community Courier, KISS FM 99.3, WHP 580 Talk Radio, The Merchandiser

Rentech Solutions, United Rentals, Menchey Music Service, Inc., The Journal of Antiques & Collectibles, Antique Week,

Tanger Outlet Centers, Antiques & Auction News, Cocoa Plex, Walters Company,

Animal Hospital of Dauphin County A+PC, Criterium-Yingst Engineers, Inc., Pine Creek Structures, The Web Experience,

Select Collision Group, A-1 Party Rent-All, Inc., Comfort Suites Hershey/Harrisburg, Holiday Inn Express Harrisburg NE

For more information, please visit www.usatheatres.com.

Shank Park • Bullfrog Valley Road • Hershey

Sponsored By: Friends of Derry Township Parks & Recreation

Drive-In Movies

Bring the whole family to enjoy three great movies. Movies will begin at dusk, and admission is free! Bring lawn chairs and blankets or you may watch and listen from

your car too! There will be a concession stand open during the movies.

June 3 (Rain date 6/4)

July 8 (Rain date 7/9)

August 5 (Rain date 8/6)

Hershey American Legion Post 386 Flag Fund

The flags that line Chocolate Avenue are provided free of charge by the Hershey

American Legion Post 386. They gladly and proudly provide this service to

properly show their community patriotism. In order to continue this great

tradition, they are asking for your help. Any contributions you could make to

their ‘Flag Fund’ would be greatly appreciated.

If you would like to help, please complete this form and mail it to:

Hershey American Legion Post 386,

166 E Derry Road, PO Box 491, Hershey, PA 17033.

Please make checks payable to ‘Hershey American Legion Post 386 Flag Fund’.

Forms may also be picked up at the Hershey Recreation Center

605 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey.

Every donation helps! A new flag can be purchased for every $9 received.

Name _______________________

Phone _______________________

Address _____________________

Donation Amount ______________

Hershey American Legion Post 386


ChocolateTown Square

May 21 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free

9 am-12 pm Paint & Create Register

May 28 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free

9-10 am Pilates Free

Jun 4 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free

8 am-12:30 pm Spring Creek Church of the

Brethren (Face painting, large Jenga, etc.) Free

9-10am Tai Chi Free

9 am - 12 pm Paint & Create Register

10 am-12 pm First United Methodist activities (open to all) Free

Jun 11 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free

10 am-1 pm Hershey Story (Chocolate Factory Fun) Free

1-4 pm Paint & Create Register

Jun 18 8-9 am Dailey Method fitness class Free

10 am-12 pm Rascal from the Harrisburg Senators Free

10:30-11:15 am Kinderdance Free

Jun 25 8-9 am Dailey Method fitness class Free

9-10 am Yoga in the Park, all levels. Free

Jul 2 8-9 am Dailey Method fitness class Free

9-10 am Tai Chi Free


10 am-12pm First United Methodist activities (open to all) Free

Jul 9 8-9 am Dailey Method fitness class Free

8-9 am Tiny Tiger karate class Free

9-10 am DeAngelis Martial Arts class Register

10 am-1pm Hershey Story (Mysteries of the Maya) Free


Jul 16 8-9 am Karate class (ages 5-7) Free

8-9 am Pilates Free

9-10 am DeAngelis Martial

Arts class Register

10:30-11:15am Kinderdance Free

11 am-12 pm Love Casts Out Fear Church of the Redeemer Free

(Open to all)

Saturdays at ChocolateTown Park!

Each Saturday will be a free fitness class open to the public from 8-9 am.

All events are held in ChocolateTown Park.

Please call the Hershey Recreation Center for more information on each activity at 717-533-7138.


ChocolateTown Square Programs and Activities

*Each Saturday, the 8-9am time slot will host a free fitness activity/class to the public*

*All events are held in Chocolate Town Park.

Jul 23 8-9 am Yoga • Anne Parmer Free

8-9 am Women’s Self Defense class Free

9-10 am DeAngelis Martial Arts Register

Jul 30 8-9 am Yoga • Anne Parmer Free

8-9 am Karate class (ages 8 and up) Free


8am-12:30 pm Coco the Bear from the Hershey Bears Free

Aug 6 8-9 am Yoga • Brittany Holtz Free

8-9 am Anti-bullying class (ages 5-8) Free



10 am-12 pm First United Methodist activities (open to all) Free

Aug 13 8-9am Crossfit Gamma Free

8-9 am Pilates Free

10 am-1 pm Hershey Story (Chocolate Art Activities) Free



8-12:30 pm Spring Creek Church of the Brethren Free

(Face painting, large Jenga, etc.)


10:30-11:15 am Kinderdance Free


8-9 am Bootcamp fitness class Free

9-10am Yoga in the Park, all levels. Free

Sep 3 8-9am Crossfit Gamma Free



Sep 10 8-9 am Bootcamp fitness class Free

10 am-1 pm Hershey Story (Folk Toys) Free


Sep 17 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free

8 am-12:30 pm Coco the Bear from the Hershey Bears Free

Sep 24 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free

Oct 1 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free

Oct 8 8-9 am Power Train fitness class Free


ChocolateTown Square Summer Concert Series with Paint & Create: Join Paint & Create for a FUN FAMILY ACTIVITY at

ChocolateTown Park the second Saturday of each month and then

stay for a musical performance! Cost is based on the number of

tickets purchased ~ Starting at $24/pp. Registration is required for

this event. (recommended age is 9yrs old and up)

Go to the website to register! See Below.

Dates: Please register at www.paintncreate.com

Jun 11, Jul 9, Aug 13, & Sep 10

First Friday in the Park With Paint & Create! Join Paint & Create in the Park for a creative activity

to kick off your night! Join us from 6-8pm for a canvas

sip and paint event! Cost is $25/pp, includes all supplies.

BYOB and snacks is permitted.

Registration is required.

Dates: Please register at www.paintncreate.com

Jun 3, Jul 1, Aug 5, & Sep 2

OUTDOOR PILATES

Tuesdays Thursdays

Jul 5-26 #10405 Aug 4-25 #10406

7:00-8:00 pm 7:00-8:00 pm

$50 per course ChocolateTown Park

Fitness Classes

LOW IMPACT FITNESS

Low impact fitness is a group fitness class focused

on healthy fitness for all ages. Led by instructor,

Cassia Johnson, this class will introduce and develop

strength, balance, and agility while providing a light

impact workout. Sessions are 1 hour and $10

per person drop-in fee.

Tuesday’s 7:30-8:30 am

Thursday’s 7:45-8:45 am

$10 drop-in fee

Hershey Recreation

Center Gym

Kids Paint & Create– Hershey Summer

Series! Join Paint & Create as they bring a sample of the

studio to you! All ages welcome to paint! Cost is

$10/pp, includes all supplies and your very own

canvas creation to take home!

Registration is not required for this event.

May 21, Jun 4, Jul 2, Aug 6, & Sep 3

Aquatics Session 1 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jun 13-23 Session 2 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jun 27-30 (mini-session) Session 3 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jul 11-21 Session 4 Learn-to-Swim Classes Ju1 25-Aug 4 Waterbabies/Tots 1: Jun 13-30 Waterbabies/Tots 2: Jul 11-Aug 4

Preschool - Ages 3 to 5 years

TADPOLE 1 Orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic survival skills. Introductory level for non-swimming 3-5 year olds. Exit Skills are floating unassisted, glide to the walls with eyes down, and jump into deep water, float on back, then make way to the wall. It is common to participate in several sessions of each level before successfully demonstrating each skill.

TADPOLE 2 Must have successfully completed Tadpole 1 exit skills. Tadpole 2 helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Exit Skills are jump into deep water, swim freestyle 25 yards, elementary backstroke 25 yards, and backstroke 15 yards. It is common to participate in several sessions of each level before successfully demonstrating each skill.

TADPOLE 3 Must have successfully completed Tadpole 2 exit skills. Tadpole 3 helps children start to improve stroke development. Exit Skills are jump into deep water, swim freestyle 50 yards w/eyes down and breathing to the side, backstroke 25 yards, breaststroke 50 yards with equipment, and dive in then swim 25 yards. It is common to participate in several sessions of each level before successfully demonstrating each skill.

*If interested in multiple sessions, do not wait to register for the desired sessions.

Prerequisite for Lessons - Children with more than a 3 month break from lessons should repeat the previous level as a refresher course. It’s not uncommon to take the same class several times before mastering all the skills.


The Aquatic Staff strives to provide the highest quality instruction possible for your child.

We ask that parents remain away from the immediate area so the children can

concentrate on their instruction.

WATERBABIES (w/parent) 9-18 months “ I’m not sure about this. I need lots of love and security to try this new exciting place!”

This parent/child class is designed to acclimate the child to the water environment through songs and games. Fundamentals introduced are stomach and back positions, kicking, and blowing bubbles. Parent participation and swim diapers required.

WATERTOTS (w/parent) 18mos-3yrs

“I love the water and playing with the toys, BUT...I need to learn to wait for Mom and Dad to tell me to go!”

This parent/child class is designed to continue reinforcement of basic skills and increased comfort level. One of the goals is to start to connect with the teacher, and the teacher will interact individually with each child. Parent participation and swim diapers required.

Session Class Time Days Mem Res NRes

1/3/4 Tadpole 1 9:15–9:45 am M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Tadpole 1 9:15–9:45 am M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Tadpole 1 6:15–6:45 pm M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Tadpole 1 6:15–6:45 pm M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Tadpole 2 10:00–10:30 am M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Tadpole 2 10:00–10:30 am M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Tadpole 2 7:00–7:30 pm M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Tadpole 2 7:00–7:30 pm M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Tadpole 3 10:45–11:15 am M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Tadpole 3 10:45–11:15 am M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Tadpole 3 7:00–7:30 pm M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Tadpole 3 7:00–7:30 pm M-TH $26 $30 $38

1 Waterbabies 5:00-5:30 pm M/W $39 $45 $67

2 Waterbabies 5:00-5:30 pm M/W $52 $60 $76

1 Waterbabies 5:00-5:30 pm TU/TH $39 $45 $67

2 Waterbabies 5:00-5:30 pm TU/TH $52 $60 $76

1 Watertots 5:40-6:10 pm M/W $39 $45 $67

2 Watertots 5:40-6:10 pm M/W $52 $60 $76

1 Watertots 5:40-6:10 pm TU/TH $39 $45 $57

2 Watertots 5:40-6:10 pm TU/TH $52 $60 $76

LEVEL 4

Stroke Improvement & Refinement

Must have successfully completed Level 3 exit skills.

Level 4 provides further coordination and refinement of

strokes. Exit Skills are dive into deep water, swim

freestyle 50 yards, change direction/position then swim

elementary backstroke 50 yards, swim breaststroke 25

yards then backstroke 50 yards, swim butterfly 25 yards,

and front flip turn while swimming.

Aquatics

The Aquatic Staff strives to provide the highest quality instruction possible for your child. We ask that parents remain away from the immediate area so the children can concentrate

on their instruction.

ADULT BEGINNER SWIM LESSONS This program is designed for participants 16 years and

older who have little to no aquatic skills. Class will be held

in the shallow water. Learn to be comfortable in the water!

Participants will learn to float without support and kick on

front and back, tread water and basic water safety skills.

Youth - Ages 6 to 12 years LEVEL 1 Introduction to Water Skills Level 1 is an introduction to water skills that orients children to the aquatic environment and helps them gain basic survival skills. Intro-ductory level for non-swimming 6-12 year olds. Exit Skills are float unassisted, glide to the wall with eyes down, jump into deep water, float on back, then make way to the wall. It is common to participate in several sessions of each level before successfully demonstrating each skill.


LEVEL 2 Fundamental Skills Must have successfully completed Level 1 exit skills. Level 2 covers fundamental skills that help children gain greater independence and develop propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Exit Skills are jump into deep water, swim freestyle 25 yards, elementary backstroke 25 yards, and backstroke 15 yards. It is common to participate in several sessions of each level before successfully demonstrating each skill.

LEVEL 3 Stroke Development Must have successfully completed Level 2 exit skills. Level 3 helps children start to gain basic coordination and stroke development. Exit Skills are jump into deep water, swim freestyle 50 yards with eyes down and breathing to the side, backstroke 50 yards, breaststroke 50 yards with equipment, and dive in then swim 25 yards. It is common to participate in several sessions of each level before successfully demonstrating each skill.

Session Class Time Days Mem Res NRes

1/3/4 Level 1 10:45–11:15 am M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Level 1 10:45–11:15 am M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Level 1 5:00–5:30 pm M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Level 1 5:00–5:30 pm M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Level 2 10:00–10:30 am M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Level 2 10:00–10:30 am M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Level 2 5:45-6:15 pm M-TH $52 $60 $76

2 Level 2 5:45-6:15 pm M-TH $26 $30 $38

1/3/4 Level 3 9:45-10:30 am M-TH $64 $76 $96

2 Level 3 9:45-10:30 am M-TH $32 $38 $48

1/3/4 Level 3 6:45-7:30 pm M-TH $64 $76 $96

2 Level 3 6:45-7:30 pm M-TH $32 $38 $48

1/3/4 Level 4 9:00-9:45 am M-TH $64 $76 $96

2 Level 4 9:00-9:45 am M-TH $32 $38 $48

1/3/4 Level 4 5:45–6:30 pm M-TH $64 $76 $96

2 Level 4 5:45–6:30 pm M-TH $32 $38 $48

1/3/4 Level 5 5:00–5:45 am M-TH $64 $76 $96

2 Level 5 5:00–5:45 pm M-TH $32 $38 $48

1 ADULT 6:45–7:30 pm W $64 $76 $96

Session 1 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jun 13-23 Session 2 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jun 27-30 (mini-session) Session 3 Learn-to-Swim Classes Jul 11-21 Session 4 Learn-to-Swim Classes Ju1 25-Aug 4 Adult Beginner Swim Lessons: Jun 15-Aug 3

LEVEL 5

Fitness Swimming & Endurance Training

Level 5 - Introduction to fitness swimming and

endurance training. Students will condition to perform a

shallow angle dive into deep water, swim front crawl 100

yds, change direction, swim backstroke for 75 yds, swim

breaststroke 50 yds, swim elementary backstroke 75 yds,

swim butterfly 50 yds., front flip turn, and tuck surface

dive. It is common to participate in several sessions of

each level before successfully demonstrating each skill.

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Aquatics

DISCOVER SCUBA-HARRISBURG/

WEST SHORE SCUBA Ages 10 + If you want to try scuba diving, but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is for you. Discover Scuba Diving is a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world. You learn the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of Harrisburg/Westshore Scuba's PADI Professionals. Get ready to: Go over the scuba equipment you use to dive and see how easy it is to move around underwater with your gear, find out what it’s like to breathe underwater, learn key skills that you’ll use during every scuba dive, have fun swim-ming around and exploring, and hear about becoming a certified diver through the PADI Open Water Diver course.

Sunday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Aug 21 #10279

Mem $15 Res $20 Non-Res $25

Hershey Recreation Center


The Aquatic Staff strives to provide the highest quality instruction possible

for your child. We ask that Parents remain away from the immediate area for all but the

first and last lesson so the children can concentrate on their instruction.

DIVER’S DESCENT DISCOVER

SCUBA Ages 13 + There is no greater adventure than scuba diving! Interacting with the underwater world is always fascinating and exciting. Many people are curious about diving and Discover Scuba Diving is a great opportunity to see if it is for you. This program was designed to give you a safe and enjoyable introduction to diving, under the direct supervision of a Diver’s Descent Scuba PADI Professional. You’ll spend a few minutes completing paperwork and learning some important safety rules, then you’ll be in the pool scuba diving and having fun. The whole session will take about 1.5 hours. This is not a certification class but rather an introduction to scuba.

Saturday 1:00 – 3:30 pm

Jun 11 #10098

Wednesday 6:00 – 7:30 pm Jul 13 #10280



DIVER’S DESCENT SCUBA DIVING Ages 13 + Learn to SCUBA dive and experience the fun and adventure of the underwater world. Diver’s Descent Scuba at 817 Fishburn Road in Hershey is offering classes for anyone wishing to take the PADI Open Water Diver certification. Virtually anyone who is in good health, reasonably fit, and comfortable in the water can earn a PADI Open Water Diver certification. You earn this by completing five pool dives, knowledge development sessions, and by making four open water dives. You’ll learn the principles of diving in a safe and fun environment. DDS students qualify for discounts on the required personal gear (mask, snorkel, and fins) at the DDS shop. Call DDS at 520-8268 Monday to Friday, 6:00-9:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am-5:00 pm for more information, or online at www.DiversDescent.com NOTE: Course books and open water dives are not included in the course fee.

Saturday 1:00 – 3:30 pm

Jun 18-Jul 23 #10099 No class July 2

Wednesday 5:00-7:30 pm

Jul 20-Aug 17 #10282



SCUBA-HARRISBURG/WEST

SHORE SCUBA Ages 10 + Diving is adventurous, challenging, and healthy. Knowledge and skills acquired during training will prepare you to safely enjoy a new and exciting dimension of life. Open water Scuba Diving certification class led by Harrisburg’s West Shore Scuba Center. Underwater instructors are PADI Certified. Participants must be in good health and have average swimming ability. Masks, fins, and snorkel are provided by the student. Call the SCU-BA Center at 836-7699 for additional course information. NOTE: Course books and open water dives are not included in the course fee. Some classes are held off-site at the Harrisburg’s West Shore Scu-ba Center. Open Water Certification

Sunday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Jun 19– Jul 17 #10097

No class July 3



SPRINGBOARD DIVING The program is designed for children age 8 and up to learn the fundamentals of Springboard Diving. No experience is necessary, but participants must be able to swim the width of the deep end of the pool. The program will include: stretching/flexibility basics, strength development activities, and drills designed to improve the forward and backward takeoffs. Divers will learn the forward and backward takeoffs and the performance of very basic dives to the more complex dives. The course will be instructed by HHS diving coach, John Ricci. $20 AAU Insurance Fee will be collected by the instructor on the first day of class.

Mon & Thurs 5:30 – 6:15 pm No class July 4 Jun 20-Aug 11 #10175 (Ages 8-11)

Mem/Res/Non-Res $120


Mon & Thurs 6:30 – 7:30 pm No class July 4 Jun 20-Aug 11 #10176 (Ages 12-18)



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Aquatics PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS A limited number of instructors are available for private swim lessons, which will be arranged by the swim instructor, based on pool availability and participant’s schedule. Lessons are 30 minutes.

Private


Semi-Private

Mem $30.50 Res $35 Non-Res $44

Group (4 participants)



The Aquatic Staff strives to provide the highest quality instruction possible for your child. We ask that Parents

remain away from the immediate area for all but the first and last lesson so

The children can concentrate on their instruction.

AQUACISE A low-impact aerobic workout using water resistance and buoyancy. Choreographed to music using shallow and deep water. Aquatic apparatus used for additional strength training. Excellent for cross training! Physician permission to participate in class may be required. Instructor: Joanne Pollock

Tues & Thurs 10:00 – 10:45 am Friday 10:15 – 11:00 am

Mem/Res $4.25 Non-Res $4.75

Aquacise is “pay as you go”. Aqua Cards may be purchased at the Rec Center Front Desk. Buy twelve – get one free!

LAP SWIM Ages 14+ Lap courtesy includes informing swimmers when you join them, being flexible in sharing a lane, and respecting the safety of other lap swimmers. Circle swimming is required during peak pool times. Mask, fins, kickboards, and pool buoys are permitted. Youth lap lanes for swimmers 12-13 years of age (must hold current youth lap card) are available on specific days and times. Please pick up a pool schedule at the Front Desk. The pool schedule can also be found on-line on the Parks & Recreation page at www.derrytownship.org.

Volleyball WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL

Join us for a morning of fun and fitness.

Pay as you go. Last Day for Women’s Volleyball will be

May 24, 2016.

Tuesdays

9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Mem $2

Res $4

Non-Res $5

Hershey Recreation

Center Gym

PICKLEBALL

Pickleball is a combination of tennis and badminton played on

a badminton sized court with lightweight paddles and plastic

perforated balls. Pickleball provides long rallies and volleys

similar to tennis. All ages and athletic abilities are invited to

play. Last Day for Pickleball will be May 23, 2016.

M 12-3 pm

W & F 10 am-2 pm

Drop-in rates:

Mem FREE Resident $3 Non-resident $4

Hershey Recreation Center—Gym

Pickleball

Karate

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LIL DRAGONS Ages 3 – 5 Children will learn coordination, balance, concentration, group skills and life skills along with beginning martial arts skills in this fun filled ongoing class. Parents must stay but do not need to participate. This class is for children who are ready to try it alone. Class runs during Tiger’s class so siblings are together Master Jan DeAngelis is an Agent for The Kid’s Safe Network.

1 Class Per Week (4 classes/session)

Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:15 pm

Sundays 4:00 – 4:45 pm

Mem $30 Res. $35 Non Res. $40


KARATE TIGERS Ages 5 – 7

Children will learn child safety & life skills,

self-defense, and beginning traditional

martial art skills, along with concentration,

coordination and group skills in this

ongoing class. Class runs during Lil

Dragons class so siblings can work side by

side. Master Jan and Master Bob believe

that children learn best while having fun.

Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:15 pm




2 Classes Per Week (8 classes/session)



KARATE ADVANCED TIGERS

Ages 5 – 7 This class is for our younger students who are ready for kata, sparring, one steps, tournament skills, and more. Our advanced tigers will work side by side with the Dragons class. Please discuss your enrollment with your instructor prior to enrollment. This class will follow the Karate Dragons schedule and children may participate for the entire Dragons class if they wish.

Wednesdays 6:15– 7:30 pm

Fridays 6:15– 7:30 pm







KARATE DRAGONS Ages 8+ Families are welcome. Classes consist of traditional martial arts, Moo Duk Kwan Tang Soo Do, sparring, one steps, kata, self-defense, endurance & strength training. DAMA provides a full martial arts curriculum. DAMA was awarded The School of The Year 2011 by the World Karate Union Hall of Honors and 2013 Excellence in Teaching, 2014 Promotion of the Martial Arts , 2015 Golden Lifetime Achievement, 2015, Good Will Ambassador Award from the Action Martial Arts Magazine. Hall of Honors.

Wednesdays 6:15-8:00 pm

Fridays 6:15-8:00 pm

Sundays 5:00-6:45 pm


Mem $35 Res $38 Non-Res $40 * Jr. Black Belt $25


Mem $50 Res $54.50 Non-Res $57.50


Mem $60 Res $64.50 Non-Res $67.50



Ongoing Class Schedule: Deadline to sign up for classes is the first class of the session. Class location is at The Hershey Recreation Center, unless otherwise specified.

Wed. Session Dates : May 4-25 (No class May 18 make up alt day) June 1-22 (No class June 1 make up alt day) July: 6-27 Aug: 3-24 Sept.: Aug. 31-Sept. 21

Fri . Session Dates:

May 6-27

Jun 3-24 Jul 8-29 Aug 5-26 Sep 2-23

Sun. Session Dates: May 8-29 Jun 5-26 Jul 10-31 Aug 7-28 Sep 4-25

SUMMER KARATE CAMP

Time: 8am to 12pm

Aug. 8-12

Ages 7-12 yrs. As summer is winding down DeAngelis

Martial Arts is winding up. Whether you are

a novice or a skilled martial artist, this camp

is for you. We will learn traditional martial

arts along with tournament training, foam

weapons sparring, sparring, breaking boards,

self defense, anti bullying techniques, games

and more.

Bring lunch, drink & uniform, or wear

T-shirt and sweat pants or long shorts

Location Hershey Recreation Center

Current Dragon DAMA Students $135

Non DAMA Students $140

http://www.damamartialarts.com

PARENT CHILD TINY TIGERS

Ages 3-4

Parent participation required

5:30-6pm

Monday

Jun 6-27 (session 1)

Jul 11-Aug 1 (session 2)

Thursday

Jun 2-23 (session1)

Jul 7-28 (session2)

$35 per child Once a week (4 classes)

$40 Per Child twice a week (8 classes)

Chocolate Town Park

Must pre-register

WEAPONS TRAINING Ages 8+

FOR CURRENT STUDENTS ONLY. Use

this class to learn a new weapon or hone in

on your weapons skills for kata, tournament

or just for fun. Hershey Recreation Center

Wednesdays & Fridays 8:00 – 8:45 pm



Mem/Res/Non-Res $15


BEGINNING KARATE IN THE

PARK Ages 5-7 Come discover the martial arts! We will go over everything from how to enter the dojo to how to leave the dojo, proper sparring techniques, strategies for self defense for children and just about everything you will need to know if you wish to pursue the martial arts.

Mon. 6:15-6:45pm Jun 6-27 (session one)

Jul 11-Aug. 1 (session two)

$35 per child (bring a drink)

ChocolateTown Park

Karate


SWORD TRAINING PROGRAM

Ages 8+

The new age, next step in martial arts

weaponry training. This course is de-

signed to train students in martial arts

sword in a safe and realistic manor. We

will be using NEW weapons that train

the artist to follow through with each

move. This is a great cardio workout,

as well as a wonderful learning tool for

both novice student and current student.

9am-10am

$35 per person limit 15

Saturday

Jul 9-Aug 6 (no class July 23)

4 week session once a week

Chocolate Town Park

Ongoing Class Schedule: Deadline to sign up for classes is the first class of the session. Class location is at The Hershey Recreation Center, unless otherwise specified.

Wed. Session Dates :

May 4-25 (No class May 18 make up alt day)

Jun 1-22 (No class June 1 make up alt day)

Jul 6-27

Aug 3-24

Sep Aug. 31-Sept. 21

Fri . Session Dates:

May 6-27

June 3-24

Jul 8-29

Aug 5-26

Sep 2-23

Sun. Session Dates:

May 8-29

Jun 5-26

Jul 10-31

Aug 7-28

Sep 4-25

DeAngelis Martial Arts

www.damamartialarts.com

PRIVATE CLASSES

Great for students who wish to improve

their kata, tournament and weapons

skills. Great for one on one or group self

defense lessons.

Individual - per hour/per person Current students $45 Res $50 Non-Res $55

Semi-Private - 2 people per hour Current Students $60 Res $65 Non-Res $70

Group - up to 5 people per hour/ per person Current Students $30 Res $35 Non-Res $40

CARDIO KICKBOXING &

FULL CONTACT

KICKBOXING CLASS Ages 8+

Whether you are a full contact kickboxer

or a beginner cardio kickboxer this class

is for you. Our class curriculum consists

of strength and endurance training,

Battling Ropes, weights, Kettle Bells,

along with kickboxing drills, hand drills,

and more. DAMA students wishing to

compete in upcoming kickboxing

tournaments should sign up for at least

2-3 days per week. NEW Students must

start in the Sunday class.

Wednesdays 8:00-8:45 pm

Fridays 8:00-8:45 pm

Sundays 6:45-7:30 pm


$15 Current Karate Dragons Student

or Parent of Student

$30 Kickboxing Only




$35 Kickboxing Only




$40 Kickboxing Only

Hershey Recreation Center Gym

WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE MINI

CLASS Ages 16+

Learn easy steps to keep you safe. We

will instruct you in self defense strate-

gies along with safe living techniques.

We will work within your comfort zone.

This is a great course for college stu-

dents, women on the go, and seniors.

Monday 6:00-7:00 pm

Aug 15, 22

$15 dollars per person.

DeAngelis Martial Arts Lady Dragons

Instructing

Chocolatetown Park

KICKBOXING IN THE PARK Our class curriculum consists of strength

and endurance training, Battling Ropes,

weights, Kettle Bells, along with

kickboxing drills, hand drills, and more.

This is a fun class for anyone who wishes

to get a great workout or for anyone

thinking about joining full contact

kickboxing. Come out to the park for a

great time! Please wear comfortable

clothes, sneakers and please bring a drink.

DeAngelis Martial Arts. Instructors will

be instructing the class.

Pre-registration required!

Monday 7-7:45 pm Adult

Jun 6-27 (session one)

Jul 11-Aug. 1 (session two)

$15 per person (if enrolled in ongoing

DAMA Dragons class)

$35 per person (kickboxing only)

Chocolate Town Park

SPECIAL FREE DEMO CLASSES

Jul 9 8-9am Tiny Tiger

(parent participation required) Ages 3-4

Jul 16 8-9am Beg. Karate Ages 5-7

Jul 23 8-9am Self Defense, Ages 16+

Jul 30 8-9am Beginners Karate, Ages 8+

Aug 6 8-9am Self Defense, Anti-Bullying

& Defensive living for Ages 5-8

Chocolatetown Park

Soccer Shots



Pre-School & Youth Programs BITTY BALLET PARENTS NIGHT OUT Drop off your 3-6 year old for a night of ballet

and fun. We will start with a standard ballet

class, followed by snack & discussion, a

creative movement portion and a PJ story time.

Parents can drop off children between

5:30-6:00 pm and pick-up 7:45-8:00pm. Snack

is provided, please pack a pair of pajamas and

a water bottle, and most importantly, ENJOY

a night out.

Thursday

Jun 2 #10288

Mem/Res/Non-Res $30

Hershey Recreation Center-Gym

*KINDERTOTS Age 2

A pre-Kinderdance program

designed to develop pre-ballet/ tap /

acrobatic skills.

Thursdays $55 5:45 – 6:15 pm

Jun 23-Jul 28 #10119

Hershey Recreation Center—Gym

*To register for Kinder tots or Kinderdance, Please complete a registration form with cash, or a check payable to “Kinderdance”.

*Once a year $15 Registration Fee required for these programs.

*KINDERDANCE A beginners’ class that offers develop-mental dance, fitness, movement and gymnastics Programs combined with educational concepts for children. Children should wear comfortable clothing. Ballet shoes recommended.

Ages 3-5

Thursdays $65 6:25 – 7:10 pm

Jun 23-Jul 28 #10113

Hershey Recreation Center– Lobby

Ages 6-10

Thursdays $65 7:15 – 8:00 pm

Jun 23-Jul 28 #10114

Hershey Recreation Center– Lobby

DOG OBEDIENCE FOR KIDS Dog obedience for children/Kids in K-9

Kontrol :Parents, do you want your child to

take more responsibility with the family

dog? Do you want to have them enjoy the

training? Then you may want to have your

child take this six hour class. Topics cov-

ered will include basic obedience, games

used in training, tricks to play with your

dog, how to be safe around dogs, basic

grooming, socialization guidelines and

equipment. Parents are encouraged to

attend the class but, in order to learn the

skills, the child will be responsible for

performing all the drills and exercises.

Some light homework will be given during

the class. Each student handler/dog team

will receive a certificate as well as a

picture.

Mondays 9:00-10 am

Jun 27-Aug 8 #10285

No class July 4

Mem/Res $80 Non-Res $90

Hershey Recreation Center-

Picnic Shelter

PET FIRST AID FOR KIDS CAMP Does your child spend a lot of time

with your family pet? Would you want

your child to know what to do in case

of an emergency? Then the Pet First

Aid for Kids Camp may be what you're

looking for. This seven hour camp is

designed to give your child the

necessary information and skills to

handle a pet first aid emergency.

Course content includes, but isn't

limited to, vital signs, CPR, bandaging,

shock, poisons, medical conditions

triage, what constitutes an emergency

situation, bleeding management, pre-

vention of illness and injury, the im-

portance of early veterinary care, the

appropriate restraining of an injured

animal. and creating an effective first

aid kit. Your child will receive a first

aid text book and a certificate of

completion.

M-W 9:00-11:30 am

Jun 20-22 #10312

Mem/Res $80 Non-Res $90

Hershey Recreation Center-Gym

PUPPY/DOG TRAINING 101 This basic training class is appropriate

for any dog over 10 weeks old. Learn

how to train your dog so they will

respond to basic commands such as sit,

down, drop, etc. Topics such as walking

on a loose leash, biting, chewing, dog/

human body language, games and many

others will also be covered. The handler

must be at least 10 years old, but the

entire family is encouraged to attend the

session to observe. Bring a 6 ft. nylon

or leather leash, a well-fitting collar,

treats or toy, water, patience and a

positive attitude. Instructor: Doug

Parson, Gut Hund's Dog Training.

Mondays 6:00-7:00 pm

Jun 6– Jul 11 #10286

Mem /Res $80 Non-Res $90

Hershey Recreation Center– Picnic

Shelter

Puppy/Dog Training

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Tennis Sarah Brashear brings many years of playing and coaching experience to the Derry Township tennis facility. A 2010 graduate of Leba-non Valley College, she mostly played #1 singles and doubles for the team. In 2009 she helped lead the team to a conference champion-ship and NCAA appearance. She still holds program records for singles and career wins and was voted Female Athlete of The Year at Lebanon Valley in 2010. She has a USPTR certification and has been giving private and group lessons for eight years. She is currently the Women’s Tennis Assistant Coach at Lebanon Valley College and a current 4.5 USTA league member. Sarah has a MFA from Chat-ham University in Pittsburgh and is an Adjunct English Instructor at Lebanon Valley College.

BEGINNER TENNIS The Beginner program is for kids ages 8-14 that have very little tennis experience but do not want to start at the quick start level. This is for kids with basic coordination that have been athletically involved in other group sports, but are new to tennis. This clinic focuses on basic strokes, coordination, agility, racquet-handling skills.

SAT 12:00– 1:00 pm Mem/Res/Non-Res May 21-28 #10320 $30 (2-wk session) Jun 11-25 #10321 $45 (3-wk session) Aug 13-20 #10334 $30 (2-wk session) THURS 6:00-7:00 pm Jun 30-Jul 21 #10322 $60 (4-wk session)

Hershey Recreation Center—Court 1

PEE WEE TENNIS The Pee Wee/Quick Start program is for younger kids ages 5-9 that want to begin playing tennis but have no prior experience. This session will introduce fun games for the kids and mostly focuses on basic hand-eye coordination, racquet skills and the fundamental strokes and movement skills.



PRIVATE TENNIS LESSON For Private Tennis Lessons, please contact Sarah Brashear at 717-383-6137.


SUMMER JUNIOR MINI TENNIS CAMP

The Junior Tennis Camps are a more comprehensive and

concentrated training program which include instruction, drills,

game based competition and an opportunity for players to hit

thousands of balls and meet other interested tennis players. If you

want to get better faster, then this is the program for you!

M-TH 11:30 am– 1:30 pm Jun 13-16 #10313 Jul 18-21 #10317 Jun 20-23 #10314 Jul 25-28 #10318 Jun 27-30 #10315 Aug 8-11 #10331 Jul 11-14 #10316 Aug 15-18 #10332 Mem/Res/Non-Res $75 (SDC price $65)


INTERMEDIATE TENNIS The Intermediate program is for students mostly in middle or high school that play in USTA tournaments and want to develop their game. This will help students develop their mental aspect of the game and teach them to hit each shot with a purpose, rather than just getting the ball back. This program will also focus on shot selection, placement and grips at a more advanced level.



Summer Camps

ART AROUND THE PARK CAMP Ages 5-13 This week we will study landscape painting and travel to various spots around the park to draw. Some of our inspiration will come from artists Andrew and Jamie Wyeth, Peter Hurd and other artists. Instructor: Suze Moll.

M-F 9:00–11:00 am

Jul 25-29 #10007

Mem/Res/Non-Res $78

Shank Park

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ART, ART, ART & MORE ART! Ages 5-13 This week students will explore the park and draw and paint their way through exciting projects that connect to a nature and animal themes. Instructor Suze Moll.

M-F 9:00–11:00 am Jul 18-22 #10008 Mem/Res/Non-Res $78 Shank Park


BEACH PARTY CAMP Ages 5-13 Get ready for some wet and sandy FUN! During this camp, we will play beach volleyball, do some sidewalk chalk art, spray bottle painting, move to party music, splash in the water, and more. Bring your suit, bug spray and water bottle. Towels too! Instructor: Suze Moll.

M-F 11:30 am–1:30 pm

Jul 18-22 #10002

Mem/Res/Non-Res $78

Shank Park

BOT LAB CAMP Ages 7-10 Robots don't build themselves. They need dreamers and tinkers....problem solvers and thinkers! Bot Lab Camp is a robotics workshop that challenges students to bring their imaginations to life by designing and programming robots around different themes. Instructed by Sylvan Edge.

M-F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Jul 18-22 #10103


Hershey Recreation Center-

Lobby

DALI & ME CAMP Ages 5-13 This week we will investigate surrealist icon Salvador Dali. Each day our art project will feature one of Dali's paintings. Instructor: Suze Moll.

M-F 9:00 am–11:00 am Aug 8-12 #10009 Mem/Res/Non-Res $78 Shank Park

EXPLORING ART CAMP Ages 5-13 Campers will explore self-expression through various mediums including painting, drawing, and sculpture as they delve into their unique art projects. Instructor: Suze Moll.

M-F 9:00 am–11:00 am

Aug 1-5 #10006

Mem/Res/Non-Res $78

Shank Park

GAME DESIGN STUDIO CAMP Ages 11-13 Blast into big-time fun! Kids will love creating animations and video games through interactive projects. This program allows participants to build a different type of video game each day! Games will include logic and physics to build a strong foundation of programming skills. Instructed by Sylvan Edge.

M-F 1:00–4:00 pm Jun 20-24 #10102 Mem/Res/Non-Res $185 Hershey Recreation Center-Lobby

SUPER STRUCTURES CAMP Ages 8-11 Watch children's imagination soar! With our theme-based engineering programs, kids discover the amazing world of machine and bridge design. Explore, build and test different bridge types from around the world using K'NEX while learning concepts fit for a structural engineer or architect. Instructed by Sylvan Edge. Grades 3-6.

Monday 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Aug 8 #10104


Hershey Recreation Center –

Lobby

WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE CAMP Ages 5-13 This week we will have a variety of water actives, games, and hiking. Campers should be prepared to get wet. Please bring towel and extra clothes if you need. Instructor: Suze Moll.

M-F 11:30 am–1:30 pm Aug 1-5 #10005 Mem/Res/Non-Res $78 Shank Park

WACKY WATER CAMP Ages 5-13 Be ready to get wet this week! Our daily schedule will include hiking the park, wacky activities and water! What could be more fun! You will get wet as well as play games, splash in the creek, chase minnows and create wacky crafts. So be ready to get wet & wacky. Instructor: Suze Moll.

M-F 11:30 am–1:30 pm Aug 8-12 #10003 Mem/Res/Non-Res $78 Shank Park

WET & WILD CAMP Ages 5-13 Get ready to get wet and wild during this camp. This week we will have a variety of water games & hiking activities. Campers should be prepared to get wet. Please bring towel and extra clothes if you need. Instructor: Suze Moll

M-F 11:30 am–1:30 pm Jul 11-15 #10001 Mem/Res/Non-Res $78 Shank Park

GAME DESIGN STUDIO CAMP Ages 8-10 Blast into big-time fun! Kids will love creating animations and video games through interactive projects. This program allows participants to get familiar with programming by designing and building 2D video games from start to finish, including animat-ed players, music and sound effects. Instructed by Sylvan Edge.

M-F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Jun 20-24 #10101 Mem/Res/Non-Res $185 Hershey Recreation Center-Lobby

MESSY MASTERPIECES-MODERN WOMEN ARTISTS CAMP Ages 5-13 Don't wear good clothes because each day we will get messy as we focus on a different female artist. A story about the artist or painting will be presenting and then a project will follow. Some of the artist maybe: Janet Fish, Louise Nevelson, Catherine Murphy, and others. Instructor: Suze Moll

M-F 9:00 am–11:00 am Jul 11-15 #10000 Mem/Res/Non-Res $78 Shank Park

OLYMPIC DREAM WITH GO STEAM! Ages 3 1/2-5 Celebrate the excitement of the 2016 Summer Olympics with a week jam-packed full of games, competitions, art and more! Let teamwork guide your group to a gold medal as you create your own team flag and Olympic torch, discover the history of the Olympics, and compete in mental and physical challenges inspired by summer Olympic sports! Events include cup stacking, cardboard creations, Olympic trivia, sport charades, track and field events, and even an obstacle course! (Children ages 3 1/2 must be fully potty-trained.)

M-F 9:00 am–12:00 pm Jun 13-17 #10121



GAME ON WITH GO STEAM Ages 8-12 Who loves games? We do! Board games, brain teasers, yard games, and more! In our morning session we'll spend time outdoors playing games such as lawn Twister, kickball croquet, and squirt gun races. Help design and engineer a ladder ball game and compete against fellow campers! Stay for our afternoon session where we'll learn and play strategy board games and stretch your mind with math and engineering challenges. Plus tap into teamwork and creativity to develop your very own board game!

M-F 9:00 am–3:30 pm

Jun 27-Jul 1 #10124



Summer Camps– continued


Science Explorers

SCIENCE EXPLORERS– JR OUTBACK EXPEDITION Ages 4-6

G’day, mate! We’re headed to the land down under for an

amazing Australian adventure! Learn about kangaroos, koalas

and crocs, explore traditional customs, make a yummy Aussie

party treat, create aboriginal music with a didgeridoo, and take

an underwater look at the great barrier reef!

M-F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Aug 1-5 #9998


Hershey Recreation Center– Gym

SCIENCE EXPLORERS– POTIONS, POWDERS, POLYMERS ACADEMY Ages 7-11

Is it science or magic? You'll find out! Create erupting foam

monsters, conduct amazing air pressure experiments, dig for

hidden treasures, investigate the science of illusions and build

spectroscopes to view the spectrum of different types of light.

M-F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Aug 1-5 #9999


Hershey Recreation

Center—Picnic Shelter

OLYMPIC DREAM WITH GO STEAM! Ages 6-9 Celebrate the excitement of the 2016 Summer Olympics with a week jam-packed full of games, competitions, art and more! Let teamwork guide your group to a gold medal as you create your own team flag and Olympic torch, discover the history of the Olympics, and compete in mental and physical challenges inspired by summer Olympic sports! Events include cup stacking, cardboard creations, Olympic trivia, sport charades, track and field events, and even an obstacle course! M-F 9:00 am–12:00 pm

Jun 13-17 #10122



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BITTY BALLET SUMMER CAMP Ages 3-6 A week-long camp to introduce new or young dancers to the art of ballet. Children will learn the basic positions and moves in ballet while learning to control their bodies and develop a love for dance and movement. Camp is designed for children ages 3 to 6 years old and is an independent class. Each session will consist of a standard ballet class, a snack time/sharing time, and creative movement to music. Parents will be welcome to join on the last day of camp for a small show and presentation. Questions can be directed to [email protected] M-TH 10:00 am–11:15 am Jul 18-21 #10136

Mem/Res/Non-Res $85


Sports Camps MULTI-SPORTS CAMP Ages 5-12

The US Sports Institute’s flagship Total

Play Multi Sports camp is the original

multi sports camp where your child has

the opportunity to play over 16 different

sports from around the world in one fun

packed week! All activities will allow

children to develop control, accuracy,

co-ordination and timing. Inspired by the

fun and relaxed atmosphere, your child

will have the opportunity to thrive on the

sports field. Variety, activity and enjoy-

ment stand as key attributes to developing

a healthy lifestyle. Each sport will be de-

livered as a series of progressive games

and scrimmages designed to enhance

knowledge, skill and character on the

playing field. Instruction provided by the

US Sports Institute.

Half Day Session M-F 9:00 am –12:30 pm

Jul 11-15 #9991

Jul 25-29 #9994


Half Day Session

M-F 1:00 –4:00 pm

Jul 11-15 #9993

Jul 25-29 #9996


Full Day Session

M-F 9:00 am –4:00 pm

Jul 11-15 #9992

Jul 25-29 #9995


Gelder Park—Entire Park

GOLF CAMP Ages 6-10 Instruction provided by the US Sports Institute. Using a revolutionary new system, the USSI Golf clinic is the ideal way to introduce youngsters to the game of Golf. Children will learn all the basic golf techniques such as the swing, grip, and ball striking using unique and fun training methods. Children will use larger balls and club heads, which will allow them to strike the ball more easily, consistently, and increase their confidence and enjoyment of the game of golf.

M-F 5:00–6:30 pm

Jul 11-15 #9989


Gelder Park—Soccer Field

SQUIRTS CAMP Ages 3-5 The Sports Squirts is a Multi Sports Program designed especially for 3,4, and 5 year olds so that they can get an introduction to a variety of sports in a safe, fun and structured environment. All games and activities will encompass hand-eye coordination, balance, agility and movement -all key factors to the early development of children in sport. In addition to having a great time playing the different sports, children will develop social interaction and communication skills. All sports are developed through a series of games and activities designed to ensure learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun! Instruction provided by US Sports Institute.

M-F 5:00 –6:00 pm

Jul 25-29 #9990

Mem/Res/Non-Res $95

Gelder Park—Soccer Field


PARENT & ME SPORTS SQUIRTS CAMP Ages 2-3

The US Sports Institute's Parent & Me

Total Sports Squirts program allows

children aged 2-3 to experience a new

sport in each session of the program with

a helping hand from Mom or Dad! Chil-

dren have the opportunity to try T-Ball,

Lacrosse, Soccer, Basketball, Floor Hock-

ey, Flag Football, Parachute Games and

more in a safe, structured environment.

The Total Sports Squirts program is ideal

for any child that needs a little help from

Mom or Dad. This is an excellent oppor-

tunity for you to spend quality time to-

gether while easing your child into social

situations with support and confidence,

which will enable them to move onto our

Total Sports Squirts classes. As with all

Squirts programs, the emphasis is on

safety, fun and learning. All sports are

presented in a positive and relaxed

environment with an emphasis on

participation, interaction and

communication.

M-F 5:00 –5:50 pm

Jul 11-15 #9988

Mem/Res/Non-Res $95

Gelder Park—Entire Park

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Cocoa Castle Brick Sale

After 22 years, it is time to replace the iconic Cocoa Castle playground & you can be part of the renovation! We are installing a picnic area next to the playground where you can purchase

an engraved brick with a special message, name, or tribute.

4x8” Brick- $150

You are limited to a maximum of 3 lines with 14 characters per line

(Includes blank spaces and punctuation)

Name _____________________________ Address ___________________________________ City_______________________ State_______ Zip___________ Phone ___________________

Please return completed form with your donation in an envelope marked “Cocoa Castle Brick Sale” and send to:

Derry Township Parks & Recreation, 605 Cocoa Ave., Hershey, PA 17033 Payment payable to “Derry Township Friends of Parks & Recreation”

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UPDATE: Want your picket from the

current playground? Stop by on the following dates and

we’ll remove it for you. Friday, August 26 - 3:00-6:00 PM

Saturday, August 27- 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

CURRENT PLAYGROUND WILL CLOSE

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2016


Manada Conservancy

69TH Annual

Halloween

Parade!

69TH Annual

Halloween

Parade!

Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Name (s):

Organization:

Address: City, State, Zip:

Daytime phone: Evening phone:

Division: Approximate number in group:

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, May 27 at 12:00 noon

For further information, contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 533-7138.

Start at Recreation Center parking lot.

Turn right on Cocoa Ave to Elm Ave.

Turn left on Elm Ave and follow to

Ridge Ave. Turn right on Ridge Ave

and follow to Chocolate Ave. Turn

right on Chocolate Ave and follow to

Cocoa Ave. Turn right on Cocoa Ave

back to the Recreation Center.

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Sponsored by:

The Friends of Derry Township

Parks & Recreation

Township of Derry Parks & Recreation

Department

Memorial Day Parade

Memorial Day Parade Monday, May 30, 2016

Parade begins at 10 am PARADE

2016 2016 HERSHEY’S

Memorial Day

Hershey area residents have always enjoyed the celebration of Memorial Day,

and you can help honor America’s fallen heroes by showing your patriotism

in the Memorial Day Parade. The Parade Committee is now accepting

applications from individuals and couples, small and large groups of marchers,

floats, and marching bands. Only registered participants may walk in the parade.

Come be part of the tradition!

PLEASE NOTE: Due to safety concerns, throwing candy or any other objects from floats or vehicles is strictly prohibited. Parade Registration - Mail to: Township of Derry, Department of Parks & Recreation, 605 Cocoa Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033 or drop off at the Hershey Recreation Center by 12 noon on Friday, May 27, 2016


Thank you to our

generous sponsors!

Friends of Parks & Recreation



Engraved Picket Fence - $50 (Two or more - $45 each) After 22 years, it is time to replace the iconic Cocoa Castle playground & you

can be part of the renovation! We are installing a new fence and pickets are available for purchase! Pickets can be engraved with your name, your loved ones names or your company name and

are used to enclose the fencing of the playground.

You are limited to 20 characters. This includes blank spaces and punctuation (Symbols available are heart, paw print, star and smiley and

can only be at the beginning of each line.)

Name _________________________________ Address ___________________________________ City_______________________ State_______ Zip___________ Phone ___________________

EMAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________________________________

Please return completed form with your donation in an envelope marked “ Cocoa Castle Project” and send to: Derry Township Parks & Recreation,

605 Cocoa Ave., Hershey, PA 17033 Payment payable to “Derry Township Friends of Parks & Recreation”

Program Registration Form Phone: (717) 533-7138, (717) 533-7757 Fax (717) 533-2154, (717) 312-1001

Mail to : Twp of Derry , Dept of Parks & Recreation, 605 Cocoa Avenue , Hershey PA 17033

Payee: D.O.B.

/ / Participant: D.O.B.

/ /

Please write in your Permanent Address. Please no P.O. Box. #’s. Grade in School: _______ M / F: ______ Age: _______

Address: Address (if different)

City, State, Zip: City, State, Zip:

Home Phone: Work Phone: Home Phone: Work Phone:

Email Address

(Used for class/program cancellations, location changes, etc)

Rec Center / Granada Member

Membership Expiration Date : / /

Derry Township Resident Non-Resident of Derry Township

Program Name Program Location Date Begins Time Days Held Fee W. L. (office use)

Name of Cardholder: Signature

Visa / MC / Discover / Gift Cert.#: Three Digit Security Code: _ _ _ Exp. Date:

Participants 5 yrs. of age or older must be members to qualify for member rate. Participants address determines Residency .


The Township of Derry Department of Parks & Recreation is accepting applications for the following part-time seasonal positions:

Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Facility Attendants.

Lifeguards Under the supervision of the Aquatic/Recreation Program Coordinator and Duty Supervisor.

The Lifeguard is responsible for the overall general health, safety and enjoyment of pool patrons. Qualified candidates must be 15 years of age and have current American Red Cross Lifeguard,

CPR, AED, First Aid certifications.

Swim Instructors Water Safety Instructor certification desired however consideration will be given for experience.

Preferred experience teaching preschool and/or school age group swim lessons. Various work hours are available to teach Monday through Friday mornings/evenings.

Applications are available at the Hershey Recreation Center

605 Cocoa Avenue • Hershey, PA or www.derrytownship.org

Concession Attendant Under the supervision of Aquatic/Recreation Program Coordinator. The Concessions Attendant

is responsible for preparing and serving food and beverage items, working cash register and performing opening and closing procedures, maintaining cleanliness of area,

and providing excellent customer service skills. Must be available to work evening and weekends.

Employment

SUMMER!

Payment Payment may be made by cash, check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, or Discover. Make checks payable to “Township of Derry” unless otherwise noted.

Transfer Policy We ask that before you register for a program that you read the program description. Once you are registered into a program, or purchase a membership, a transfer to another program or membership is permitted, if space is available and it is seven days prior to the original program beginning or within seven days of purchasing the membership.

Refund Policy Once you are registered into a program, or purchase a membership, a refund will be given if the request is received seven days before the program begins, or within seven days of the membership being purchased, minus a $5 administrative fee. Individuals who provide a written medical reason will be given a full refund. For bus trips, the request for refund must be received 30 days before the trip departs minus a $5 administrative fee. Due to contractual agreements, bus trips are NON-REFUNDABLE less than 30 days before trip date.

Residents First Program Residents of Derry Township are given an exclusive time period to register for programs offered by the Parks & Recreation Department prior to registration being open to non-residents.

Cancellations and Inclement Weather A “special notice” message will be placed on the phone system to give the most recent facility status. A program may be cancelled due to lack of participation, instructor conflict, a weather emergency, or any reason deemed necessary.

Pool Memberships Individual memberships are available to persons age 12 to 64. Children ages 5 to 11 may purchase an individual membership but an adult needs to accompany them on their visit to the pool. Family membership consists up to four (4) individuals residing in the same household, where no more than two (2) of the individuals are adults (age 18+), with the exception of full-time students up to 22 years of age. Children age 4 and under are free. Senior Citizen memberships include persons age 65 and over, or age 62 if fully retired. (See page 2 for complete membership information.)

Aquatics The Aquatic Staff strives to provide the highest quality instruction possible for your child. We ask that parents remain away from the immediate area for all but the first and last lesson so the children can concentrate on their instruction.

Special Needs Participants We welcome participation in our programs by those with special needs. Our best effort will be given to assist those having difficulty with facility access. Please contact the Director or Assistant Director for assistance prior to registering.

Equipment Needs Seasonal items, along with swimmers’ needs, such as swim diapers and goggles are offered for sale. Radon kits and garbage bags are also available.

Program & Membership Information Facility Rentals Requests for rentals of township facilities must submit A “Request for Use” form available on our website at www.derrytownship.org and at both facilities. Facilities are available for community organizations, parties, business meetings, seminars, sporting events, and more. Refunds will be given if request is received seven days prior to the first date of usage, minus a $5 administrative fee.

Tennis/Basketball Courts Six lighted all-weather tennis courts, two of which double as basketball courts, are open from 7:00am–11:00pm daily. Please limit court time during peak evening hours to 1½ hours. Proper shoes and shirt are required.

Membership Cards For the protection of your membership, all members MUST present their membership cards when entering the facility.

Wristband Policy All patrons ages 5 and older must wear a

wristband during their visit to the skate

park, pool/pool area, and gym at the

Hershey Recreation Center.

Special Program Notes All classes have a minimum and maximum number of participants. Please register early to ensure the program reaches its minimum participant level. Programs are cancelled if the minimum participant level is not reached within 7 days of the program’s start date. Bus trips are cancelled if minimum participant levels is not reached within 3-5 days of the trip’s departure date.

Photo Information We may take your picture during recreation programs, events, or at any Parks & Recreation sponsored event. Photos maybe displayed at the facilities, on our website, in the Township News or submitted to newspapers. Please notify the Director at 533-7138 if it presents a problem.

Pool Locker Room Policy If your child is over the age of five (5), please DO NOT bring them into an opposite gender locker room. Restrooms are available on the lobby floor for changing and assisting young children.


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