Fall-Winter Brochure 2016-2017

Westford Parks & Recreation

Fall-Winter Brochure 2016-2017

Current location:

39 Town Farm Road Relocating in late fall or winter

PO Box 2444Westford, MA 01886

Monday-Friday8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.Phone: 978-692-5532Fax: 978-392-4471 westfordrec.com

Recreation Westford Style...

More great programs for kids at Westford Partnership for Children (WPC):Serving Westford Public Schools for over 10 years!Learn more on pg. 18 and 19

Fun for Family and Friends at the Rubber Ducky Regatta:Race a duck, kidz zone, food, music, games, and more!Learn more on pg. 9

Rev 8/18/16

Table of ContentsRegistration Information 3Registration Form 4

ADULT PROGRAMSAdult Archery 5Adult and Child Archery 5Co-Ed Volleyball, Beginners 5Co-Ed Volleyball, Advanced 5Badminton 5Adult Pickup Tennis 5Mill City Aikido 6Completely Cardio/Tightly Toning 6Belly Dancing for Fitness and Fun 6 Adult Bike Touring 6First Aid 7CPR/AED - Adult, Child, and Infant 7Adult Indoor Golf 7Winter Hiking 7

TRAVELING WITH PARKS & RECREATIONBike Days with Sandra 8

Rubber Ducky Regatta 9

ADULT ROWING PROGRAMS Adult Evening Rowing 10Adult Morning Competitive Rowing 10Adult Evening Indoor Rowing 10Capital Equipment Fee 11Master Competitive Winter Training 11Private Sculling Lessons 11 Rowing Program Swim Test Requirements 11

TENNIS FOR ADULTSFall Adult Beginner Tennis 13 Adult “Try Tennis” 13 Fall Adult Advanced Beginner/Intermediate Tennis 13

SQUIRT PROGRAMSTiny-Tots Soccer 14Pre-K/Kindergarten Soccer 14

Letter from Santa 14

TENNIS FOR SQUIRTSRed Ball - Level 1 15 Red Ball - Level 2 15Red Ball - Level 1 and 2 15

YOUTH PROGRAMS Beginner Archery for Ages 8-17 16Returning Archers for Ages 8-17 16Junior Indoor Golf Lessons 16February Vacation Basketball 16Speed and Agility 17 Kids Cooking Green 17

TECH CORNEREngineering for Kids at the WPC After School Program 18

FEBRUARY VACATIONFebruary Vacation Junior Golf Program 19WPC February Vacation Special Programs 19February Vacation Basketball 19Why Choose WPC (Westford Partnership for Children) 19

TENNIS FOR YOUTHOrange Ball - Level 1 20Orange Ball - Level 2 20Orange Ball - Level 1 and 2 20Green Ball - Level 1 20Green Ball - Level 2 20Green Ball - Level 1 and 2 20Yellow Ball for Middle School - Level 1 21Yellow Ball for Middle School - Level 2 21Match Play for ALL Levels 21Yellow Ball for High School Students 21Junior “Try Tennis” Class 21

NITEHAWKS New England Athletics 22

Nashoba Learn to Play Hockey 24Nashoba Learn to Skate 24 Little Bruins Learn to Play Hockey Program 24

YOUTH ROWING PROGRAMS8th Grade Rowing 258th Grade Indoor Rowing 25Rowing Program Swim Test Requirements 25Junior Competitive Winter Training 25WLCC Fall Season 2016 Schedule 26

2017 Westford Summer Camp & Activity Fair 27

Parks, Recreation and Cemetery StaffPatricia Savage DirectorSandra Habe Assistant Director and WPC DirectorJoy Felicani Office/Programs Rozanne Fredkin Office ManagerDanielle LeBlanc Senior Assistant–Cemetery and WPC Billing Merideth Lencsak Office/WPC Coordinator Middle SchoolPamela McNiff Reception/RegistrarElizabeth Silva Office/WaterfrontJonathan Revis Parks and Grounds Operations SupervisorRichard Nawoichik Cemetery Supervisor

Parks and Recreation CommissionKacy Caviston ChairChristopher BarrettGus BickfordJack ClancyBeverly DoucetteJohn McNamaraUlrike Kjellberg Alternate

How to RegisterWe accept MasterCard or Visa, cash, and checks (pay-able to the “Town of Westford”). There is a $25 service fee for all returned checks. Registration forms are available in this brochure, at the Recreation Department, and on our website, www.westfordrec.com. Only one person per form please, photocopy if necessary. Nonresidents are welcome to enroll for an additional fee of $10 per person, per program.

Online: Register at www.westfordrec.com

Mail: Westford Recreation PO Box 2444 Westford, MA 01886

Walk-In: 39 Town Farm Road Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 3:45 p.m. After hours, use mail slot in the front door of our former building, 35 Town Farm Road

NO phone reservations or spot holding.NO partial payments.NO forms or payments will be accepted at program sites.NO emailed registration forms will be accepted.

ConfirmationsDue to the volume of registrations we receive, we do not mail out confirmations. All participants should consider themselves enrolled in a program unless otherwise notified. No news is good news!

CancellationsThe Parks and Recreation Department has the right to cancel or combine any program with insufficient enroll-ment. We gladly refund fees for any program canceled by us. All participants will be notified of changes in the schedule.

RequirementsEach program has specific requirements as to age and/or grade. Age is as of start of program. These requirements are set up out of concern for your child(ren)’s safety and well-being and will be STRICTLY ENFORCED. Violators will be removed from program with NO reimbursement of fees.

PROOF OF AGE MAY BE REQUIRED IF DEEMED NECESSARY.

*Withdrawal and Refund Policy Because our programs are supported totally by fees, re-funds are not given. In the case of a medical withdrawal, a refund will be given minus a 25% administration fee after the office receives a doctor’s note. In the case of a medical withdrawal, please allow two to three weeks for refund.

If a participant withdraws from a program at least seven days prior to the start date, they are entitled to a credit minus a 25% administration fee for every program with-drawal. If a participant withdraws from a program less than seven days prior to the start date, no credit will be issued.

NO credit if withdrawal is less than seven days prior to the start date.NO credit once a program has begun.NO credit for classes missed or forgotten.NO credit due to participant’s inability to attend a make-up date.

*Cancellation and refund policy for the WPC After School Program differs from the policy above. Please refer to the WPC Parent Handbook available online and in our office for more information.

Subscribe to News and AnnouncementsThis service offers us a way to keep you informed of important notices, reminders, and program updates.

Go to: www.westfordma.gov

• On left side of page, you will see link to “Online Services”• Click “Subscribe to News Alerts”• Scroll down, enter your email address• Check “Recreation News” and send request

You will receive an email confirmation to your request. You MUST reply to the email to receive postings from the Recreation Department.

Disclaimer: This brochure is for informational purposes only and is subject to change without prior notification. Westford Recreation reserves the right to correct mistakes and/or adjust program fees in our brochures, handbooks, and online.

Registration Information

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Registration Form

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Participant’s Name: ____________________________________________DOB: ___________ Age: ______ M/F: ______ Grade:______

Address: ______________________________________Town: __________________ Zip: _________ Email:______________________

Home Phone: _________________________Work Phone: __________________________ Cell Phone:___________________________

Emergency Contact Name: ________________________________ Relationship to Participant: _________________________________

Home Phone: ________________________ Work Phone: ___________________________Cell Phone:___________________________

If Participant is Under 18 Please Complete the Following:

Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________________________ Relationship to Participant: _______________________________

Work Phone:_________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________ Email: __________________________________

Parent/Guardian Name: _____________________________________ Relationship to Participant: _______________________________

Work Phone: _________________________ Cell Phone: ________________________ Email: _________________________________

Alternate Emergency Contact: ________________________________ Relationship to Participant: _______________________________

Home Phone: ________________________ Work Phone: ___________________________Cell Phone:___________________________

Allergies/Concerns: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

LIST SELECTIONS BELOW

ACTIVITY________________________________ SESSION/DATE_______________________ TIME_____________FEE___________





NONRESIDENTS ADD $10 (per program): ___________

TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: ___________

We accept MasterCard and Visa, cash and checks (Payable to: “Town of Westford”). There is a $25 service fee for all returned checks.

HOW TO REGISTEROnline: Register at www.westfordrec.com. Follow the directions; you will receive a confirmation via email. Mail: Complete registration form, include check or credit card information and mail to: Westford Recreation, PO Box 2444, Westford, MA 01886Walk-In: Registrations and payment accepted Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. After hours, use mail slot in the front door of our former building, 35 Town Farm Road. Forms for programs with registration deadlines must be received by the required deadline or a late fee will apply.

We do not accept emailed registration forms.

METHOD OF PAYMENT___ Check: Payable to: “Town of Westford” Ck#_________________ Cash___ Credit Card: Master Card or VisaCard Number: _________________________________________Name on Card: ________________________________________Expiration Date: _______/_______ (mm/yy) CVV: ____________Cardholder Signature: __________________________________

Participation in the above program(s) may involve some risk of personal injury. I hereby release and covenant to hold harmless Westford Recreation Department, its agents and employees from any and all actions, claims, and damages for personal injury that I or my child(ren) may have sustained or may have incurred as a result of participation in the above program(s).

Signature: __________________________________________________________________ Date:__________________________

Westford Parks & Recreation Department39 Town Farm Road/PO Box 2444Westford, MA 01886Phone: 978-692-5532 Fax: 978-392-4471westfordrec.com

ALL CHILDREN MUST BE THE APPROPRIATE AGE BY THE START OF THE ACTIVITY.

PLEASE DON’T ASK US TO MAKE AN EXCEPTION.

Adult Programs

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We’re looking to take it indoors

For our archery enthusiasts, Westford Parks & Recreation is working on a fall/winter archery range. Interested? Contact Elizabeth Silva at [email protected].

Upcoming programs to look forward to:

Adult ArcheryThis program will cover the basics and is suitable for those who have never shot with a bow as well as those looking to hone their skills. Lessons will focus on eye dominance, archery safety rules, warm-up exercises, and proper shooting techniques.

Adult and Child ArcheryAn opportunity for parents or adult of choice to learn a sport with their child. This program will cover the basics and is suitable for those who have never shot with a bow as well as those looking to hone their skills. Lessons will focus on eye dominance, archery safety rules, warm-up exercises, and proper shooting tech-niques. Max 15 participants. Children must be 8 years or older. Must be adult/child combination; no child will be allowed to participate alone.

*Coed-Volleyball, AdvancedAdvanced players are welcome to join for some com-petitive play and exercise. This is not for beginners. Give Rob Boisvert your email address at the program and he will keep you up-to-date with program information.

Dates: Fridays September 9-June 9 Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fee: $5 drop-in fee per night Location: Abbot School Gym

Limit 30 players/5 teams. Players must arrive within 1/2 hour of start time for team selection.

* School activities take precedence.

*BadmintonCome join a fast, fun, and social game that can be played and enjoyed by people of all ages. If you have never played badminton before, you will quickly learn the basics and join others in exciting games. Please bring your own racquet. Birdies will be available for purchase at the program. We generally use “Aeroplane Excellent Grade EG1130 Black Label” birdies. They can be found at www.shuttlecock101.com.

Ages: 18 and older Dates: Tuesdays September 6, 13, 20, 27 and October 4, 11, 18, 25 Dates: Thursdays September 8, 15, 22, 29 and October 6, 13, 20, 27 Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fee: $5 drop in fee per night. Location: Blanchard Gym

Middle and high school students are welcome to play.


Adult Pickup TennisMen and women at any skill level are welcome every Monday and Wednesday at the Robinson School Courts. Email Dennis: [email protected] or call 978-846-2633.

Dates: Now through October 26 Time: 5:00-7:00 p.m. (After WA teams)

*Co-Ed Volleyball, BeginnersJoin us every Tuesday for a night of friendly, informal volleyball. Tuesdays are for beginner to intermediate players looking to play in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Give John Baranauskas your email address at the program and he will keep you up-to-date with program information.

Dates: Tuesdays September 13-June 6 Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fee: $5 per night drop-in fee. Location: Abbot School Gym


Archery for Adults and Children

focus strength coordination confidence

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Mill City AikidoAikido—a unique martial art —pairs self-defense with the development of confidence and compassion. Non-aggressive, yet powerful, Aikido consists of fluid movements that stress timing and positioning versus physical strength, making this beginner Aikido session very accessible. Max 20 participants.

Ages: 16 and older Session 1: September 14-November 6 (eight-week session)

Session 2: January 11-March 5 (eight-week session)

Time: Drop-in up to three times a week: Wednesdays and Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Sunday, 9:30-11:00 a.m. Fee: $75 Resident/$85 Nonresident Location: 487 Groton Road, Westford, MA Instructors: Kathy Fitzgibbon, Peter Cina, Mark Jackson

Completely Cardio/Tightly ToningHaving fun while working out is possible! Let your body move to the beat, stretch, tone, relax, and feel rejuvenat-ed two evenings a week with instructor, Kathi Tew. This program uses low impact moves to strengthen the upper body, lower body, abs, core, and heart, while making your metabolism and smile muscles work hard. Stron-ger muscles burn more calories, protect your joints, and make your clothes fit the way you want them to. Wear comfortable clothing, and good supportive shoes. Bring a mat/towel, water, and weights 2-10 pounds depending on your level of fitness.

Ages: 16 and Older

Mondays and Wednesdays

Session 1: September 12, 14, 21, 26, 28, October 3, 5, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26 (No class September 19, October 10, October 31)

Session 2: November 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 28, 30, December 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21 (No class November 23)

Time: 6:15-7:25 p.m. Fee: $100 Resident/$110 Nonresident Location: Nabnasset School Gym

Belly Dancing for Fitness and FunPut on a hip scarf, grab a veil and shimmy your stress away! You will be sure to have a smile on your face during this fun-filled class. Learn the basic moves of belly dancing as your entire body dances to the beat of Mediterranean music. (This is much more than a fabu-lous core workout!) Wear comfortable clothes; you don’t have to show your belly unless you want to. Hip scarves and veils will be provided. Max 8 participants.

Wednesdays

Session 1: September 14, 21, 28, October 5 Session 2: October 12, 19, 26, November 2 Session 3: November 16, 30, December 7, 14 (No class November 23) Time: 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Thursdays

Session 1: September 15, 22, 29, October 6 Session 2: October 13, 20, 27, November 3 Session 3: November 17, December 1, 8, 15 (No class November 24) Time: 7:00-8:00 p.m. Fee: $52 Resident/$62 Nonresident Location: Cameron Senior Center Instructors: Linda Hughes ACE Certified Personal Trainer

Adult Bike TouringRide with Joyce Reischutz from Pedal Power of Acton and Sandra Habe, Assistant Director of Westford Recreation, on a 12-25 mile journey. Rides begin at a different location each week. A beverage will be includ-ed. All riders need to bring appropriate riding gear. Helmets are required.

Dates: Tuesdays September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 9:30 a.m. Fee: $5 per ride; pay at ride Location: Meeting place determined weekly

See pg. 8 for “Bike Days with Sandra”. Send email address to [email protected] for meeting place, cancellation, or schedule change alerts.

Due to new curriculum requirements, Westford Parks & Recreation offers individual classes for First Aid and for CPR. Designated employees of Westford Parks & Recreation must complete both a CPR and a First Aid class to fulfill necessary training requirements. Please wear comfortable clothing, and bring water and snacks. *Student workbook required.

First Aid First Aid is the immediate care that you give a person with an illness or injury before rescuers with more advanced training arrive and take over. In this course, you will learn first aid skills, which will help you remember what to do in a real emergency. (American Heart Association).

Ages: 14 and older Dates: Thursdays September 22, November 17, January 26, March 23, May 11 Time: 3:15-6:30 p.m. Fee: $85 Resident/$95 Nonresident $75 Westford Recreation Employees Location: Crisafulli Elementary School

CPR/AED - Adult, Child, and InfantCPR is cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Early recognition and CPR is crucial for survival from cardiac arrest. In this course, you will learn skills that help you to recognize cardiac arrest, get emergency care on the way quickly, and help the person until more advanced care arrives to take over. (American Heart Association).

Ages: 14 and older Dates: Tuesdays September 20, November 15, January 24, March 21, May 9 Time: 3:15-6:30 p.m. Fee: $85 Resident/$95 Nonresident $75 Westford Recreation Employees Location: Crisafulli Elementary School

After the successful completion of the course, an American Heart Association Certification card will be mailed to you.

Adult Indoor GolfPappas Golf Academy, offers quality indoor golf les-sons at their state of the art facility in Chelmsford. The instructors use the same proven techniques that have been taught to beginners through pros for over 25 years. Whatever your handicap, whatever your ability, come improve your game at this PGA recognized indoor golf practice and training facility. *Fee includes all equipment, balls, and instruction.

Tuesdays Session 1: November 1, 8, 15, 22 Session 2: December 6, 13, 20, 27 Session 3: January 3, 10, 17, 24 Session 4: February 7, 14, 21, 28 Time : 6:00-7:00 p.m. *Fee: $125 per session

Saturdays Session 1: January 7, 14, 21, 28 Session 2: February 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m. *Fee: $125 per session

Instructor: Bill Pappas and his team Location: Pappas Indoor Golf & Baseball Center 70 Princeton Street, North Chelmsford

Winter HikingHike local trails, such as the Bay Circuit Trail, as well as snowshoeing and cross country skiing: group choice! Afterwards, enjoy a cup of tea or coffee. Please wear appropriate hiking/outdoor apparel. Send email address to [email protected] for weekly meeting places, cancellations, or schedule change notifications.

Ages: 18 and older Dates: Tuesdays January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21, 28 Fee: $5 pay at meeting site Location: TBD

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*The student workbook, Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED, must be purchased and read prior to the start of class (workbook fee: $15). Once registered, please pick up the workbook at Westford Parks & Recreation. For those who do not wish to keep the workbook, the $15 fee will be refunded when the class is completed and the workbook is returned. For Refunds: return workbooks to the Recreation Department, 39 Town Farm Road, Westford, by 3:00 p.m. the following Monday after the date of the class. There will be no refunds for workbooks in poor condition.

Traveling with Parks & Recreation

East Bay Bike Path Providence, Rhode Island: September 23, 2016Travel the East Bay Bike Path with us for a scenic ride along the Narragansett Bay. The path is a 28-mile round trip and connects eight state parks, beginning with India Point Park in Providence and ending at Independence Park in Bristol. This easy, nicely paced ride will take the group by coves and marshes, over bridges, and through State Parks. We will stop for a tasty lunch, before following the East Bay bike path back to Providence.

Bike Along the Shore of MA and NH: October 14, 2016This trip takes us along the coast of New Hampshire from Hampton to Portsmouth. While in Portsmouth, we will stop for a delicious lunch at the Portsmouth Brewery. After lunch you can look forward to a walk through the historic Strawberry Banks district, punctuated by some of Portsmouth’s greatest stores for a little window shopping. (Just remember, you have to be able to carry back on your bike whatever you buy.) We will even visit the famous Beach Plum Ice Cream store for a refreshing treat.

Cape Cod Rail Trail and Shining Sea Bike Ride: November 4, 2016Join us as we ride along the shore on the Shining Sea Bikeway. We will start in Falmouth, passing woodlands, marshes, salt ponds, and the sea as we pedal to Woods Hole. This 22-mile round trip ride also follows the Wampa-noag Indian trails. Along the way we will stop at the Salt Pond Areas Bird Sanctuary, a 60-acre preserve that has a network of beautiful trails to explore. During the ride we will enjoy a snack and lunch amidst the flora and fauna.

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Fee: $55 per trip (includes lunch and a light snack)Depart: Westford Recreation Department at 8:00 a.m.Return: Westford Recreation Department at 5:00 p.m.For more information contact: [email protected]

Explore three New England Bike trails with Westford Rec’s experienced guide, Sandra Habe.

Westford Parks & Recreation, 39 Town Farm Road, Westford, MA 978-692-5532

Enjoy some of New England’s finest coastal rides

Bike Days with Sandra

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September 17, 2016Forge Pond, Westford, MA

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Grand PrizeGrand Prize

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Presented By: Team Forever Young and Westford-Littleton Community Crew Presented By: Team Forever Young and Westford-Littleton Community Crew

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1 Duck: $5

2 Ducks: $10

Flock: $25 (6 Ducks)

Quack Pack: $50

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Event includes activities: Bounce House, Obstacle Course,

Field Games, Dunk Tanks, and more!For details, contact Dave Cormier at [email protected]

Kidz Zone

Westford-Littleton Community Crew (WLCC)—your community rowing program—gives you the best of what rowing has to offer right here in your neck of the woods.

Rowing is one of the oldest organized sports in the world, providing both physical and mental conditioning for individuals of all ages and all levels. While core strengthening and heart healthy, rowing is a zero-im-pact sport with therapeutic application. Come learn the sport of rowing in a fun team environment with WLCC’s experienced, professional coaches.

Adult Evening RowingFor adults who are interested in learning and prac-ticing the sport of rowing in a fun, team environment with professional coaching. Participants will learn all of the basics of the sport including sweep rowing (1 oar per person), sculling (2 oars per person), and proper handling and care of the equipment. Those who have participated in at least one session will be eligible to compete with a coach’s approval. *Swim Test Required.


Session 1: *August 8-September 12 (No Practice September 5) Session 2: September 19-October 24 (No Practice October 10) Time: 5:45-7:30 p.m. Fee: $150 Payable to: Town of Westford **$15 Payable to: WFOR Location: Forge Pond

Adult Morning Competitive RowingThis program is for those who are interested in reg-ularly competing in races against other adult rowing programs. Participants will receive fine tuning of their technique and will receive our most advanced fitness training. Athletes in our competitive programs will also have access to our most advanced equipment. *Swim test and previous rowing experience required.

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Session 2: *August 1-November 9 (No Practice September 5, October 10, November 11) Time: 5:30-7:00 a.m. Fee: $600 Payable to: Town of Westford **$60 Payable to: WFOR Location: Forge Pond *Prorated to start date.

Adult Evening Indoor RowingWhether you already row or are considering rowing to keep in shape, lose weight, cross-train for another sport, compete on the water or rehabilitate from injury or surgery, indoor rowing is the complete exercise for you. Your whole body gets a comprehensive workout from our indoor rowing classes, including your legs, back, arms, core, and even your mind.


Session 1: November 14-January 11 (No Practice November 23, December 26, January 2) Session 2: January 16-March 8 (No Practice February 20) Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fee: $130 Payable to: Town of Westford **$13 Payable to: WFOR Location: Cameron Senior Center

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Adult Rowing Programs

Why Choose Westford-Littleton Crew:

Great Coaches!Head Coach David Cormier Coach Cormier joined WLCC as the Head Coach and Pro-gram Director in the Spring of 2015. In his first season, WLCC earned its first ever bid to the USRowing Youth National Championships, where they placed 10th in the Women’s Lightweight 4+. Coach Cormier competed in the Men’s Varsity 4+ while attending UMass Lowell and is a bronze medalist at the New England Rowing Championships.

Assistant Coach Michael-Anne Sevick Coach Sevick joined WLCC in the spring of 2015 and has been rowing competitively for over a decade. She previously coached Learn to Row and masters programs at Riverfront Recapture in Hartford, CT. Coach Sevick competed as a coxswain for the Varsity 8+ while attending UConn.

Assistant Coach Katherine Lumbard Coach Lumbard joined WLCC in the fall of 2015. She has been coaching professionally for five years and previously competed as a coxswain at the University of San Diego. Coach Lumbard graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 2013 with an M.A. in Counseling.

*Rowing Program Swim Test RequirementsAll on the water rowing programs require a swim test to be completed prior to participation. Participants can contact their local YMCA for a swim test. You must bring a swim test form with you to be completed by the life-guard. Please submit the form with the registration.

**Capital Equipment Fee for Crew/Rowing ProgramsThe capital equipment fee fuels the ongoing need for new equipment as our program grows. This is a common structure for crew programs in that the base fee goes to support day-to-day operating costs of our programs.

Your “capital equipment fee” check must be made payable to WFOR (Westford Friends of Recreation).

WFOR Crew is a non-profit organization responsible for prioritizing the expenditures from the capital equipment funds and is managed independently from the Westford Recreation Department. As a result, this part of your payment is tax deductible.

If you choose to add greater than 10% of the cost of the program that you are participating in, we wish to thank you in advance for your generosity.

Masters Competitive Winter TrainingWinter training for members of our Masters Competitive Program. This program is for those who are interest-ed in regularly competing in races against other adult rowing programs. Participants will receive fine tuning of their technique and will receive our most advanced fitness training. Participants will train with the goal of competing in the CRASH-B World Indoor Rowing Championship Regatta.

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Dates: November 14-March 3 Time: 5:45-7:00 a.m. Fee: $450 Payable to: Town of Westford **$45 Payable to: WFOR Location: Cameron Senior Center

Private Sculling LessonsWLCC offers private lessons for interested athletes, adults, and youth, during our non-program hours: pri-marily days and weekends. Private lessons are con-ducted in our sculling equipment by our coaches and arranged on a schedule that suits both athlete and coach.

Email [email protected] to set up a private lesson. Include the days and times that work best for you.

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Incredible activities for ALL of the family, including: Wolf Talk with Mike LeBlanc

MA Falconry and Hawk Trust with Dianne Welch110th Maint Co GSE Platoon Devens, MA

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NEMLEC SWAT with Carmine Vivolo Archery events with Ken Towl

Bullseye Demo at the pistol range with Alex Cannella“Learn to shoot” at the rifle range

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Archery

Westford Sportsmen’s Club, Inc. Annual Open House

Saturday, October 1, 2016 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Touch a TruckCamp File and S’mores

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SAVE THE DATE

Westford Parks & Recreation partners with the Marcus Lewis Tennis Extension Program (MLTEP) to offer the highest quality instruction and programming.

The MLTEP, a non-profit that was formed by the Marcus Lewis Tennis Center (MLTC), has provided high-level instruction to area communities for nearly 20 years. The instructors are specifically trained in contemporary methods of teaching and many have decades of experi-ence. The non-profit MLTEP utilizes resources from the MLTC, however as a non-profit, the pricing is signifi-cantly lower than a commercial facility. With two indoor facilities in Acton, this will provide Westford residents with year-round opportunities to play tennis.

To register, or to learn more about the MLTEP Programs, contact Christi: 978-264-8470 or [email protected].

Fall Adult Beginner TennisLearn the basics of tennis with Donna Holmes: P.T.R. Emphasis will be on stroke fundamentals, footwork, and court positioning. Max 10 players.

Dates: Wednesdays September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 Time: 9:00-10:30 a.m. Fee: $145 Resident/$155 Nonresident

Dates: Thursdays September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13 Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Fee: $95 Resident/$105 Nonresident

Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

Tennis for Adults with Marcus Lewis

Adult “Try Tennis”Now is your chance to get out on the courts and take a tennis lesson for FREE! The MLTEP is running this pro-gram for adults who have never had any formal tennis instruction before. The format is a three-class mini ses-sion that anyone can take. All equipment is provided. Just sign up, show up, and we will do the rest!

Dates: Thursdays September 29, October 6, 13 Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m. Fee: Free Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

Fall Adult Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate TennisFor those of you that have all of the strokes and can keep a rally going relatively well, this is the next step. Further hone your abilities with more advanced training and strategy. Max 10 players.

Dates: Wednesdays September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Fee: $95 Resident/$105 Nonresident

Dates: Fridays September 9, 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14 Time: 9:00-10:30 a.m. Fee: $145 Resident/$155 Nonresident

Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

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Learn more:To register, or to learn more about the MLTEP Programs, contact Christi: 978-264-8470 or [email protected]

Please Note: All tennis players need to bring a racquet, water bottle, and sunscreen to the program.

Great fun for family and friends

Don’t miss out on this uniquely Westford event!

Lucky Duck Regatta September 17, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Forge Pond, Westford, MA

See page 9 for details

Get Ducky:

Tiny-Tots SoccerTiny-Tots Soccer is a cooperative class for children and their mom, dad, or caregiver. Run, jump, and kick with your little tyke in these classes designed specifically for adult and child interaction. Max 12 adults, one child each.

Ages: 2 and 3 (parent participation required)

Mondays Session 1M: September 12, 19, 26 Rain date: October 3 Time: 6:00-6:30 p.m. or 6:30-7:00 p.m. Fee: $40 Resident/$50 Nonresident Location: Abbot School Playground, between Abbot School and the Millennium Instructor: Nick Adams

Tuesdays and Wednesdays Session 1T: September 13, 20, 27 Rain date: October 4 Session 1W: September 14, 21, 28 Rain date: October 5 Time: 10:30-11:00 a.m. Fee: $40 Resident/$50 Nonresident Location: Frost Field, Main Street Instructor: DJ Brock

Squirt Programs

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Pre-K/Kindergarten SoccerChildren will learn the basics of soccer in a fun-filled noncompetitive environment. Max 12 players.

Ages: 4 and 5

Wednesdays and Thursday Mornings Session 1W: September 7, 14, 21 Rain date: September 28 Session 1Th: September 8, 15, 22 Rain date: September 29 Time: 9:30-10:15 a.m. Fee: $45 Resident/$55 Nonresident Location: Frost Field, Main Street Instructor: DJ Brock

Wednesdays and Thursday Evenings Session 1W: September 7, 14, 21 Rain date: September 28 Session 1Th: September 8, 15, 22 Rain date: September 29 Time: 6:00-6:45 p.m.

Fee: $45 Resident/$55 Nonresident Location: Abbot School Playground, between Abbot School and the Millennium Instructor: Nick Adams

If you wish to have a letter from Santa sent to your child(ren), mail their wish lists and a self-addressed stamped business size envelope to:

Westford Parks & Recreation PO Box 2444 Westford, MA 01886

All requests must be received by December 4, 2016 in order to allow Santa enough time to answer all his mail.

Westford residents only.

Letter from Santa

ICE RINK: weather permitting The Recreation Department is setting up an ice skating rink at Jack Walsh Field, weather permitting. More information to come.

RED Ball - Level 1This session for first timers with popular Westford instructor, Donna Holmes, is a perfect introduction to tennis skills and the development of good hand-eye coordination. Emphasis is on having fun with the racquet and ball. Max 10 players.

Dates: Mondays September 12,19, 26, October 3 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Fee: $65 Resident/$75 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

Dates: Wednesdays September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5,12 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Fee: $95 Resident/$105 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

RED Ball - Level 2This is great for children who have taken some lessons and have good hand-eye coordination. Emphasis is on fun and developing good ground strokes and volleys. Racquet required. Max 10 players.

Dates: Mondays September 12, 19, 26, October 3 Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m. Fee: $65 Resident/$75 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

RED Ball - Level I and 2For those of you who prefer Saturdays to weekdays, this class is available to both level 1 and level 2 players.

Dates: Saturdays September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15 Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m. Fee: $95 Resident/$105 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts


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Junior Tennis Clinics Although there was a time when juniors learned with the same size equipment as adults, the modern tennis world took a different approach. Now juniors are instructed with lower compression balls, smaller racquets, and even a smaller court for younger players. The result is faster improvement, longer rallies, and greater success. The MLTC employs the most current teaching methods so that your child learns efficiently and has a great time doing it.


RED Ball, Ages 4-8Young players start with a red ball that is larger, slower, and lighter. The smaller court and lower net is scaled to size for these developing players which allows them to cover the court, hit more balls, and build confidence. At this level, young juniors develop their technique and learn simple tactics.

Marcus Lewis Tennis for Squirts

Thanks to the KDK Foundation summer financial aid scholarships, a number of children in the community were able to attend Westford Recreation programs such as Kids Club and Destination Exploration.

Westford Recreation is pleased to announce that the KDK Foundation will continue its generous support of community youths with financial aid scholarships for the 2016-2017 Westford Partnership for Children (WPC) after school programs.

The KDK Foundation, established in memory of Kurt Kelly, has helped youth hockey players in the town of Chelmsford in need of financial assistance. In June of 2014, the Foundation expanded its scope to include supporting local individual and community needs.

For more information visit kdkfoundation.org

Thank you!

Youth Programs

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Junior Indoor Golf LessonsWhether you are learning for the first time or improving your game, come and experience the game of golf in a fun and safe environment. Pappas Golf Academy in partnership with Westford Recreation, is offering quality indoor golf lessons at their state of the art facility in Chelmsford. Instructors at the Academy use the same proven techniques that have been taught to beginners through pros for over 25 years. Enjoy simulators, and a real putting green, bunker and range at one of New England’s largest and most well-known PGA recognized indoor golf practice and training facilities.

Ages: 7-16

Tuesdays Session 1: October 4, 11, 18, 25 Session 2: November 1, 8, 15, 22 Session 3: December 6, 13, 20, 27 Session 4: January 3, 10, 17, 24 Session 5: February 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Saturdays Session 1: October 1, 8, 15, 22 Session 2: November 5, 12, 19, 26 Session 3: December 3, 10, 17, 31 Session 4: January 7, 14, 21, 28 Session 5: February 4, 11, 18, 25 Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m., Ages 5-7 10:00-11:00 a.m., Ages 8-9 11:00-12:00 p.m., Ages 10-12 12:00-1:00 p.m., Ages 13-16

*Fee: $125 per session Instructor: Bill Pappas and his team Location: Pappas Indoor Golf & Baseball Center 70 Princeton Street, North Chelmsford

*Fee includes all equipment, balls, and instruction.

February Vacation BasketballKids will learn the fundamentals of the game, game strategy, and skills such as passing, dribbling, shoot-ing, and playing both offense and defense. Each day includes basketball games. Children will be grouped according to age. Bring snack, beverage, and lunch. Sneakers must be worn.

Ages: 8-13 Dates: February 21-24 Time: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Fees: $160/week Resident or $50 per day $170/week Nonresident or $55 per day Location: Abbot School

As residents of Westford we are lucky to live in a great town. The Westford Friends of Recreation want to make it even better! For over 10 years the Friends have helped improve the recreational opportunities available to residents and in 2014 they kicked off a campaign to raise support for building a recreation center in Westford.A recreation center would provide a central location for residents and visitors to enjoy high quality fitness, education, arts and culture, aquatics, recreation, and social opportunities. This facility would serve as a year-round central gathering place for community members of all ages and interests.1) Sign up as a supporter: westfordfriendsofrecreation.org 2) Stay informed: get our email newsletters and notifications 3) Attend public meetingsShare your enthusiasm for this worthwhile endeavor with fellow residents!facebook.com/westfordfriendsofrecreation

We’re looking to take it indoors!

For our archery enthusiasts, Westford Parks & Recreation is working on a fall/winter archery range. Interested? Contact Elizabeth Silva at [email protected]. Upcoming programs to look forward to:

Beginner Archery 8-17This program will cover the basics and is suitable for those who have never shot with a bow. Lessons will focus on eye dominance, archery safety rules, warm-up exercises, and proper shooting techniques. Archery games will be played as well. Max 10 participants.

Returning Archers 8-17For archers who have taken “Beginner Archery” with Elizabeth. Participants will cover the same topics as the beginner class but will move at a faster pace. After several classes, archers will have some friendly competition while improving their new skills. Max 5 participants.

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Kids Cooking GreenAre you a kid that likes to eat and cook? Do you wonder where your food comes from? Would you like to cook with your friends? Are you open to trying new and delicious things? Join us for an exciting five-week after school program where we will explore what makes food taste good, learn about nutrition, meet with a local farmer, and plan and prepare a fabulous local meal for family and friends.

Program includes:• Five two-hour classes of hands-on instruction in nutrition

and cooking with locally grown ingredients.• A healthy snack at each session.• Farm visit or in-house visit by a local farmer.• Celebratory dinner for the student chef and

two invited guests.

Additional dinner guests can be invited for a cost of $6 per person, with prior approval of the instructor.

Ages: Grades 3-5

Tuesdays Dates: September 27: Make homemade pasta and ravioli October 4: Westford Farmers Market October 11: Nutritionist and Food Network style challenge October 18: Dinner Party (kids will cook) Invited guests arrive 6:00-7:00 p.m. October 25: Fruit-based dessert

Time: 4:00-6:00 p.m. Fees: $325 Resident plus $55 food cost $335 Nonresident plus $55 food cost Location: Cameron Senior Center

Speed and Agility with Veritas Performance Training (VPT)Stop faster, cut on a dime, and leave your competition behind! The VPT training systems focus on preventing injuries, improving efficiency of movement, and increas-ing power. By understanding the body’s learning pro-cess as it relates to the patterning of movement, VPT is able to tailor specific drills for each individual’s learning requirements. Experience the same systematic approach to speed and agility training that VPT uses with local athletes from the University of New Hampshire, Lafay-ette, Stonehill College, Holy Cross, Westfield State, and Nashua South. Classes include: warm up, technique drills, speed training, footwork drills, injury prevention, and agility drills. Max 50 participants.

Ages: Grades 2-12

Monday and Fridays Session 1: September 12, 16, 19, 23, 26 Session 2: October 3, 7, 14, 17 and 21 Session 3: October 24, 28, November 4, 7, 14 Time: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Fees: $90 Resident/$100 Nonresident

Location: Nabnasset School and Field Coaches: *Kyle Briere *Josh Burner

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*Coach Kyle Briere, the founder of Veritas Performance Training LLC, has a Masters in Exercise Science and over 10 years of coaching experience. He has developed a performance training system for, “athletes at any age, to achieve a high level of athletic ability in a safe, fun and challenging environment.” Coach Briere is a world ranked Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitor (top 100). *Coach Josh Burner has a passion for sports, and a drive to compete and excel that led him to attend Manchester Community College’s Exercise Science program. Coach Burner has been coaching with VPT since 2014, training all levels of clientele.

Westford Schools Programs Days Times Non-WPC Fees

Abbot CrisfulliDayMillerNabnassetRobinsonStony Brook

Apprentice Chemical Engg (Gr 3-5) EGD: Kudocart Racing (Gr 3-5) No program Jr Chemical Engg (Gr K-2) Jr Robotics-Simple Machine (Gr K-2)Jr Chemical (Gr K-2) No program

ThursdaysThursdays--WednesdaysTuesdaysMondays--

2:30-3:45 p.m.2:30-3:45 p.m.--3:10-4:10 p.m3:30-4:30 p.m4:00-5:00 p.m--

$205$205--$205$205$205--

Jr Chemical Engineering: This class introduces our youngest engineers to fundamen-tal concepts of solids, liquids, and solutions. Students inves-tigate the properties of several crazy concoctions and make their own samples of bubbles, play dough, flub, and more.

Jr Robotics: Simple Machines: Students will explore the basic concepts of simple machines and how we use them to achieve even our most grandiose goals! Students will use LEGO® WeDo TM construction and resource kits to produce new and exciting builds that will be used to create Kelvin’s Amusement Park.

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Engineering for Kids: Inspiring the Next Generation of Engineers

Engineering For Kids encompasses science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Using a hands-on learning approach, the EFK program builds on each child’s natural curiosity to teach engineering concepts in a fun and challenging way.

Now ALL children can enjoy the WPC (Westford Partnership for Children) Engineering for Kids program during the school year. That includes children who are not enrolled in the WPC after school program. EFK classes are conveniently located at the Westford Public Schools noted below.

The WPC program for children K-8 provides a stimulating and fun environment Monday through Friday, from school dismissal until 5:45 p.m. Learn more about the Westford Parks & Recreation WPC program on page 19.

Apprentice Chemical Engineering: Students use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine various mixtures and solutions with different chemical properties. They develop solutions to clean up an oil spill, synthesize their own rocket fuel, and investigate the secrets behind color pigmentation.

EGD: Kudocart Racing Kudocart Racing: Race to the finish and create your own racing game in Microsoft’s Kodu gaming environment. From terrain design to enemy selection, students are placed at the wheel and given full control to design their own video game while exploring the foundations of coding. Kick your creativity in gear with Kodu Kart Racing. (For MS Windows only)

Calling ALL Students: Take Advantage of WPC Quality After School Programming

Tech Corner...

Engineering for Kids WPC Session 1 Schedule (August 30-October 2)

Six-class curriculum. Start dates vary. All non-WPC participants must REGISTER ONLINE at westfordrec.com For more details visit westfordrec.com or call Westford Parks & Recreation at 978-692-5532.

Expect Amazing Activities Every Day

WPC program details to come!

To learn more about these and other programs call

Westford Parks & Recreation at 978-692-5532

or visit westfordrec.com

February Vacation Basketball• Game fundamentals and game strategy• Skills such as passing, dribbling, shooting,

and playing both offense and defense• Basketball games every day

Ages: 8-13 Dates: Tuesday-Friday, February 21-24 Time: 9:00 a.m-1:00 p.m. Fee: $160/week Resident or $50 per day $170/week Nonresident or $55 per day Location: Abbot School Gym Instructor: Bill Denzel

February Vacation – Coming Soon

February Vacation Junior Golf Program• Comprehensive instruction• Individual development tailored to student’s skill level• A supportive environment plus games and prizes

Ages: 7-14 Dates: Monday-Thursday, February 20-23 Time: 9:00-11:00 a.m. Fee: $149 Resident/$159 Nonresident Location: Pappas Golf, 70 Princeton Street, North Chelmsford Instructors: Bill Pappas and his professional team

WPC February Vacation Special Programs• An excellent, affordable program • Experienced, dedicated staff• Exciting outdoor and indoor activities

Grades: K-8 Dates: Tuesday-Friday, February 21-24 Time: 8:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m. Fee: $75 per day for WPC participants $85 per day for nonparticipants Location: Millennium Building, Room 1

Westford Partnership for Children Westford’s After School Enrichment Program for K-8WPC, Westford’s After School Enrichment Program for K-8, provides a safe, stimulating, and fun environment Monday through Friday, from school dismissal until 5:45 p.m. WPC has served Westford Public Schools for over ten years to provide your family with:

A true enrichment program: The WPC program encompasses a range of activities, from homework help and science exploration, to math, technology, storytelling, visual arts, and sports and games.

Tailored curriculums and flexible schedules: At WPC, you can choose from a variety of activities, with flexible hours, that fully support the unique needs of your child and your family.

An experienced, dedicated staff: The WPC program combines seasoned, knowledgeable site directors, with energetic college and high school age support staff that are CPR and First Aid certified.

Collaboration with Westford Public Schools: WPC is located at your child’s school to ensure an easy and safe transition from the classroom to the program. Excellent communication between the WPC team and school staff supports your child’s academic, social, and emotional development.

Look for WPC 2016-2017 registration forms online at westfordrec.com or at Westford Parks & Recreation, 39 Town Farm Road. For more information, call 978-692-5532 or visit westfordrec.com.

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Why choose WPC

Junior Tennis ClinicsAlthough there was a time when juniors learned with the same size equipment as adults, the modern ten-nis world took a different approach. Now juniors are instructed with lower compression balls, smaller rac-quets and even a smaller court for younger players. The result is faster improvement, longer rallies, and greater success. The MLTC employs the most current teaching methods so that your child learns efficiently and has a great time doing it.


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ORANGE BallORANGE balls are the same size as a standard yellow ball, but are lighter and bounce lower. Play is on a mid-sized court with a standard net and juniors continue to build technique and tactical skills as well as confidence in their playing ability.

The emphasis is on learning basic grip, tennis strokes, boundaries, building fundamental skills, and scoring.

Ages: 8-10 ORANGE Ball - Level 1 Dates: Tuesdays September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

ORANGE Ball - Level 1 Dates: Thursdays September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13 Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m.

ORANGE Ball - Level 2 Dates: Wednesdays September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

ORANGE Ball - Level 1 and Level 2 Dates: Saturday September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15 Time: 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Fee: $95 Resident/$105 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

GREEN BallAs junior players grow and build their skills for strokes, they move to a full sized court. The GREEN ball is slightly lighter and slower than a yellow ball which gives them more time to get to and return shots. More balls stay in play and the exchanges last longer.

For students who show potential to excel and have played enough to demonstrate forehand and backhand ground strokes. Skills worked on will be advanced stroke skills and match strategy. Max 10 players.

Ages: 9-12 GREEN Ball - Level 1 Dates: Tuesdays September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 Time: 5:00-6:00 p.m.

GREEN Ball - Level 2 Dates: Thursdays September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13 Time: 5:00-5:00 p.m.

GREEN Ball - Level 1 and Level 2 Dates: Saturday September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15 Time: 11:00-12:00 p.m.

Fee: $95 Resident/$105 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

“We love tennis!”

Marcus Lewis Tennis for Youth

Build a Custom GroupCan’t find the class you want, or the time doesn’t work with your schedule? Contact Christi at 978-264-8470. Let us build you a custom group.

YELLOW Ball for Middle SchoolExperienced and older juniors move to the standard YELLOW ball and the standard court size. These clinics are for the intermediate and advanced level players who aspire to compete in USTA tournaments or join their high school tennis team. The focus is on enhanc-ing strokes and tactics for singles and doubles play along with mental toughness and conditioning.

Players are coached and play is critiqued throughout this session. A bus is available from Blanchard to Stony Brook upon dismissal. Racquet required.

Ages: 12-14

YELLOW Ball - Level 1 For players with little knowledge of the game or skills. Players will be taught basic skills including forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and overhead. Max 10 players.

Dates: Mondays September 12, 19, 26, October 3 Time: 2:30-4:00 p.m. Fee: $95 Resident/$105 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

YELLOW Ball - Level 2 For players who accurately execute basic strokes. Participants must be able to compete in a match with a consistent second serve. Players will form two teams and will improve both strategies and skills required to compete on the competitive level. Max 10 players.

Dates: Tuesdays September 6, 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11 Time: 2:30-4:00 p.m. Fee: $140 Resident/$150 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

Dates: Thursdays September 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13 Time: 2:30-4:00 p.m. Fee: $140 Resident/$150 Nonresident Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

Match Play for ALL LevelsProgram is open to all students who know how to serve, rally, and keep score. This is an opportunity to play sin-gles and doubles and hone your strategic skills. Racquet required. Max 16 players.

Dates: Fridays September 9, 16, 23, 30 October 7, 14 Time: 3:00-4:30 p.m. Fee: $140 Residents/$150 Nonresidents Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

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Racquets are available for purchase If interested, email [email protected], BEFORE the start of your class. Do not wait until the day of the class as it will take away from the lesson time.

YELLOW Ball for High School StudentsWhat a great time of year for tennis! This program is for players of all levels and will be grouped accordingly. Students will learn basic tennis strokes, court termi-nology, and etiquette. Students who have taken some lessons and/or have more tennis experience will work on more advanced strokes and match strategy. Racquet required. Max 10 players.

Ages: 14-18

Dates: Wednesdays September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12 Time: 2:15-3:45 p.m. Fee: $140 Resident/$150 Nonresident Location: Robinson School Courts

Junior “Try Tennis” ClassProfessional lessons can be somewhat costly, however, that should never be a barrier for kids to get exposed to the game of tennis. The MLTEP is offering a three-class mini session of FREE tennis lessons to any children between the ages of 5-13 who have never had a tennis lesson before. That’s right…completely FREE! All equip-ment and supplies are also provided in our “Try Tennis” program. If you were unsure of your child(ren)’s affinity for tennis and wanted a chance for them to test the waters, then this would be the ideal time to do it.

Ages: 5-8 Dates: Fridays September 30, October 7, 14 Time: 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Ages: 9-13 Dates: Fridays September 30, October 7, 14 Time: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Fee: FREE! Location: Stony Brook Middle School Courts

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New England Athletics

Fall:Cross Country TrackCome and run with us and have fun! Want to learn more and become a better all-around athlete? You will be instructed and trained by USATF certified coaches to improve your running technique and ability. It is a great way to get outside and have some fun. Practices will be held every Tuesday as a team at the Stony Brook Middle School and individual workouts will be provided to those who want to do more on their own. In addition, there are several meets during the season in which anyone can participate. Runners from grades K-9 are welcome to attend.

Max enrollment: 40 athletes.

Grades: K-9 Dates: Tuesdays September 6-October 25 Time: 5:30-6:45 p.m. (Time will be adjusted as the light fades) Fee: $90 Resident/$100 Nonresident (Covers practices and uniform cost) Location: Stony Brook Middle School

Winter:Indoor Track and Field ProgramRun, jump, and throw! It’s time for track and field. Want to learn more and become a better all-around athlete? You will be instructed and trained by USATF certified coaches to improve your running, jumping, and throw-ing ability. It’s a great way to try new things and have fun. Practices will be held every Wednesday at Nab-nasset School and individual workouts will be provided to those who want to do more on their own. In addition, there are several meets during the season in which anyone can participate. Runners from grades 1-8 are welcome to attend.

Max enrollment: 30 athletes.

Grades: 1-8 Dates: Wednesdays December 7- March 1 (No class on December 23, 30, and February 22) Time: 6:15-7:30 p.m. Fee: $150 Resident/$160 Nonresident (Includes Northeast Indoor Classic Meet and singlet) Location: Nabnasset School

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Each player will receive CCM Hockey equipment as part of this program: Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Elbow Pads, Gloves, Pants, Shin Guards, Equipment Bag, Hockey Socks, Hockey Stick, Ice Skates, Little Bruins jersey.

Little Bruins Learn to Play Hockey ProgramThe Boston Bruins will be kicking off the 2016 Little Bruins Learn to Play Hockey program which helps aspiring, youth hockey players develop their skills. Presented by Friendly’s, the program is available to boys and girls, ages 5-8. For only $100 ($360 retail value), the program includes full CCM equipment to keep, including skates, a profes-sional fitting at MonkeySports, and four weeks of on ice instruction from Massachusetts Hockey coaches. Boston Bruins, in partnership with Nashoba Hockey, Mass Hockey, CCM and MonkeySports, is thrilled to share their passion with the new generation of hockey players*.

Sundays Dates: October 23, 30, November 6, 13 Time: 4:45-5:45 p.m. Location: Nashoba Valley Olympics, Boxborough, MA

*Please note, skating lessons are highly recommended before the start of the Little Bruins Program. All children should be able to skate on their own, unaided. Please check in with Nashoba Learn to Skate on skating lessons before starting Little Bruins program. In addition, this program is intended for children who have not participat-ed in an organized hockey program before. Children that have registered with a Massachusetts Hockey association previously are not eligible to participate in Little Bruins.

For details visit NashobaLearnToSkate.com

Nashoba Learn to Skate and Play HockeyNashoba Learn to Play Hockey (LTPH) Learn to Play Hockey (LTPH) offers a ten-week program based on the American Development Model (ADM). At LTPH, players will learn the basic skills of hockey to include stick handling, passing, shooting, skating skills, and team work. Skaters will be evaluated and put into a proper group.

Ages: 3-14 Session 1: Saturdays October 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26, December 3, 10, 17 Session 2: Saturdays January 7, 14, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4, 11, 18 Time: 7:40-8:40 a.m. Fee: $200 Location: Tyngsboro Skate 3 Rink, Red Rink Instructor: Amy Lowe and staff

Nashoba Learn to Skate (LTS) During this ten-week Learn to Skate (LTS) session, participants will learn basic skating skills that include stance, stopping, and proper stride. Thereafter, partic-ipants will learn more advanced techniques such as backwards, crossovers, edgework, and acceleration. Skaters will be evaluated and put into a proper group.

Ages: 3-14 Session 1: Sundays October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, 27, December 4, 11, 18

Session 2: Sundays January 8, 15, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5, 12, 19 Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Fee: $150 Location: Boxborough, Nashoba Valley Olympia, Rink 2 Instructor: Amy Lowe and staff

Instructor, and program director, Amy Lowe, played hockey on the Harvard University team (division 1), and on the youth and Women’s U.S. National Championship teams.

For information and to register go to: NashobaLearnToSkate.com

Westford-Littleton Community Crew (WLCC)—your community rowing program—gives you the best of what rowing has to offer right here in your neck of the woods.

Rowing is one of the oldest organized sports in the world, providing both physical and mental conditioning for individuals of all ages and all levels. While core strengthening and heart healthy, rowing is a zero-im-pact sport with therapeutic application. Come learn the sport of rowing in a fun team environment with WLCC’s experienced, professional coaches.

8th Grade Rowing This program is for current 8th graders who wish to learn the sport of rowing and compete at several local regattas throughout the year. Participants will learn the basics of rowing and boat handling in preparation for joining the WLCC Junior Competitive Program. *Swim test required.

Grade 8

Tuesdays-Thursdays Dates: September 6-November 10 Time: 5:45-7:15 p.m. Fee: $250 Payable to: Town of Westford **$25 Payable to: WFOR Location: Forge Pond

8th Grade Indoor Rowing This program is for current 8th graders who wish to either learn the basics of rowing or increase their fitness in preparation for joining the WLCC Junior Competitive Program. Practices will consist of a variety of ergometer training, weight lifting, and cross training.

Grade 8

Tuesdays and Thursdays Session 1: November 15-January 10 (No Practice November 22, November 24) Session 2: January 17-March 7 Time: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Fee: $150 Payable to: Town of Westford **$15 Payable to: WFOR Location: Cameron Senior Center

Junior Competitive Winter TrainingWinter training for WLCC High School Athletes. Partici-pants will receive the training necessary to prepare them for the upcoming sprint season. Practices will incorporate erging, weight lifting, and cross training.

Mondays-Thursdays Dates: November 16-March 4 Time (Girls): 3:00-5:00 p.m., Monday and Wednesday 4:30-6:30 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday Time (Boys): 4:30-6:30 p.m., Monday and Wednesday 3:00-5:00 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday Fee: $350 Payable to: Town of Westford **$35 Payable to: WFOR Location: Cameron Senior Center

**Capital Equipment Fee for Crew/Rowing Programs For information on the Capital Equipment Fee for Crew/Rowing Programs please see page 11.

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*Rowing Program Swim Test Requirements All on the water rowing programs require a swim test to be completed prior to participation.

Participants can contact their local YMCA for a swim test. You must bring a swim test form with you to be completed by the lifeguard. Please submit the form with the registration. Swim test forms can be found at: www.westford-littletoncrew.org

WLCC Junior Competitive Rowers

Youth Rowing Programs

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Junior Competitive RowingFall Season 2016

Team work, determination, sportsmanship, and leadership...Westford-Littleton Crew gives high school student athletes an opportunity to participate in a sport that fosters team work, determination, sportsmanship, and leadership. No experience is necessary to join, but a background of strength or endurance sports is helpful.

Athletes compete in racing shells throughout the region against local and nationwide teams. This program focuses on proper technique, fitness, competition, use and care of equipment, and safety.

Schedule subject to change.

Requirements: Completed Registration Packet and swim test.

For more information, including program costs, visit westford-littletoncrew.org.

Fall Race Schedule 2016

Date Race Location

September 17, 2016 Lucky Ducky Regatta Forge Pond, Westford, MA

September 24, 2016 (tentative) Matawanakee Invitational Forge Pond, Westford, MA

October 2, 2016 Textile River Regatta Lowell, MA

October 16, 2016 New Hampshire Championships Regatta

Pembroke, NH

October 22-23, 2016 52nd Head of the Charles Regatta Cambridge, MA

October 29-30, 2016 Head of the Fish Regatta Saratoga Springs, NY

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Meet representatives from some of the strongest athletic, recreational, academic,

and artistic programs in the region, programs include:

• Sports• Arts and Crafts• Drama• Soccer

• Overnight Camp• Day Camp• Computers• Science

• Tennis• Music• Dance• And More…!

When: Saturday, January 21, 11:30 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Where: The Crisafulli School, 13 Robinson Road, Westford, MA

Cost: FREE! Refreshments and snacks included

For more information: 978-692-5532 or [email protected]

2017 WestfordSummer Camp & Activity Fair

2017 WestfordSummer Camp & Activity Fair

Sports Group Contacts

Westford Parks, Recreation & Cemetery DepartmentPO Box 2444 39 Town Farm RoadWestford, MA 01886

PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE PAIDWestford, MA 01886

Permit #12

Residential Postal CustomerWestford, MA 01886

Westford Pop Warner Football and Cheerwww.westfordjrghosts.com

Westford Flag Football www.westfordflag.com

Men’s Soccerwww.othsl.org Westford Youth Soccer www.westfordyouthsoccer.com

Nashoba Valley Ski Racing www.nvscracing.com

Nashoba Youth Ice Hockey www.nashobahockey.org

Youth Wrestling www.eteamz.com/westfordyouthwrestling

Westford Youth Baseball/Softball www.wybsl.com

Men’s Slowpitch Softballwww.eteamz.com/westfordover30sb Westford Youth Basketball Association www.westfordhoops.com

Over 30 Baseball www.otbinc.com

Westford Youth Lacrosse westfordlax.org Westford Waves Fastpitch Softball www.westfordwaves.com

Westford Co-Ed Softball http://westfordcoedsoftball.net

Fall-Winter Brochure 2016-2017

Documents

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