Youth
The Summer Program 2024 REGISTRATION OPENS on TUESDAY, April 30 at 4pm.
Register online, by mail or email, or in person at the Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street, Chelsea MA 02150. Monday-Friday 4:00-8:30 pm and Saturdays 9:00 am-4:30 pm.
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Summer 2024 - July 8 - August 4 Price: $40
REGISTER IN PERSON from June 5 - June 7
All ages Chelsea Recreation is celebrating the City's 400th Anniversary by offering 400 residents the opportunity to learn how to swim!
Lessons are offered once a week on Tues, Wed, Thurs, for 30 or 45 mins. between 4-6:30pm and Fri 4-6pm.
ONLY for Chelsea residents.
Location: Mario Umana Academy, 312 Border Street, East Boston. Easily accessible by bus.
Parent / Child - Ages 6 months - 3: With a parent in the pool, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention.
Preschool Child - Ages 3-5: Learn safe water habits, underwater exploration, how to swim to safety, and how to exit the water. Lessons are a mix of activities games and drills.
School-Age Child - Ages 5-12: Starting with water safety and basic swimming competency, kids progress to learn about the four competitive swimming strokes.
Teens & Adults - Ages 13+: Teens & adults begin with water safety and continue to learn and refine skills in the four competitive swimming strokes.
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Spring 2024 - Swimming Classes
Session A: Feb 26 - Apr 14 REGISTER IN PERSON Jan 31- Feb 2 $40
Session B: Apr 22 - Jun 23 REGISTER IN PERSON Mar 27- 29 $40
All ages Chelsea Recreation is celebrating the City's 400th Anniversary by offering 400 residents the opportunity to learn how to swim!
Lessons are offered once a week on Tues, Wed, Thurs, for 30 or 45 mins. between 4-6:30pm and Fri 4-6pm.
ONLY for Chelsea residents. In-person registration at the Williams Building, 180 Walnut St.
Location: Mario Umana Academy, 312 Border Street, East Boston. Easily accessible by bus.
Parent/Child: ages 6 mos. - 3 yrs With a parent in the pool, infants and toddlers learn to be comfortable in the water and develop swim readiness skills. Parents learn about water safety and drowning prevention.
Preschool Child: ages 3-5 Learn safe water habits, underwater exploration, and how to swim to safety and exit the water. Lessons are a mix of activities games and drills.
School-Age Child: ages 5-12 Starting with water safety and basic swimming competency kids progress to learn about the four competitive swimming strokes.
Teens & Adults: ages 13+ Teens & adults begin with water safety and continue on to learn and refine skills in the four competitive swimming strokes.
Spring 2024 - Cronin Memorial Ice Skating Rink $40
Sat, Mar 2-Apr 6 REGISTER IN PERSON
Group A ages 4-6 9:30-9:55am 25 min session
Group B ages 7-12 9:30-9:55am 25 min session
Ages 4-12 with or without experience. Certified instructors teach the mechanics and proper techniques of ice skating. Gives participants the best foundation for recreational skating, figure skating, hockey, or speed skating. Bring your own helmet and gloves. Skate rental is free.
Chelsea residents only.
One (1) session maximum per person each year. Must register in person at the Williams Building, 180 Walnut St.
Coordinator: Jessica Proctor
Location: 870 Revere Beach Parkway
Sat., 11 - 12pm June 1 - 29 | $25 REGISTER
Ages 8-12 Perfect for first time tennis players! Learn basic tennis skills such as proper grip, forehand, backhand and basic serves.
All equipment is provided.
Instructor: Richard Wilson
Location: Voke Park, Tennis Courts, 546 Washington Avenue
Tennis Explorations - Spring 2024
Sat., 11am-12pm Apr 6 - May 11 | $25 REGISTER
Ages 8-12 Perfect for first-time tennis players! Learn basic tennis skills such as proper grip, forehand, backhand, and basic serves. All equipment is provided.
Instructor: Richard Wilson
Location: Voke Park, Tennis Courts, 540 Washington Avenue
Summer 2024 - May 13* - August 9
Williams Building: Youth 12-17 $5
Clark Ave School: Adult 18+ $15
Ages 12+ The Williams & Clark Schools have limited open gym hours. The schedule varies each day. Sports equipment is available. Always call 617 466-5233 or check our website or our social media for the latest and most up–to–date information. *Check the Recreation website calendar for the weekly schedule.
NOTE: Community Gym is intended for drop-in recreation use. Teams are not allowed to use the gym as organized practice time.
Pre-registration is required.
Location: Williams Building and Clark Ave School
Ages 7-12 A version of American football where no contact happens between the players. Learn how to develop speed, agility and skill and play offense and defense. The game has two teams in which the objective is to score the most points without having their flag belt removed.
Group A - Thursdays (May 30 - June 27) @ 4:45-5:30pm
Group B - Thursdays (July 11-August 8) @ 4:45-5:30pm
Instructor: Marcus Queen/Jay Seigal
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Flag Football - Spring 2024 | Wed 4 - 4:45pm Apr 10 - May 8 $4 REGISTER
Ages 8-12 A version of American football where no contact happens between the players. Learn how to develop speed, agility and skill and play
offense and defense. The game has two teams in which the objective is to score the most points without having their flag belt removed.
Instructor: Marcus Queen
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut St.
Wiffle Ball - Summer 2024 | $15 REGISTER
Ages 4-7 Learn and refine baseball skills with indoor wiffle ball! Explore the rules of the game, pitch, bat and play defense.
Date/Time: Fridays (June 7 - June 28) @ 4 - 4:45pm
Instructor: Marcus Queen/Jay Seigal
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Ages 8-12 Learn and refine baseball skills with indoor Wiffle Ball! Explore the rules of the game, pitch, bat, and play defense.
Instructor: Marcus Queen
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut St.
Ages 7-17 Discover the basics of the art and how to maneuver the skateboard safely while making new friends and practicing skills on and off a skateboard. Loaner equipment: skateboards, gear and helmets are available.
Session I | Session II | $15 | |
Tues, Thurs & Fri | July 9, 11 & 12 | July 30, Aug 1 & 2 | |
Grp A, ages (7-10) | 4 - 5pm | 4 - 5pm | |
Grp B, ages (11-14) | 5 - 6:30pm | 5 - 6:30pm | |
Grp C, ages (15-17) | 6:30 - 8pm | 6:30 - 8pm |
Spring 2024
Group A (ages 7-10): Apr 6 - May 11 10:30am - 12pm $4 REGISTER
Group B (ages 11-13): Apr 6 - May 11 12:30 - 2pm $4
Discover the basics of the art and how to maneuver the skateboard safely while making new friends and practicing skills on and off a skateboard. Loaner equipment: skateboards, gear and helmets are available.
Instructor: Mira Haddad
Location: Courtyard, Williams Building, 180 Walnut St.
Summer 2024 - $4 REGISTER
Ages 3-5 Young children experience the basic skills needed to play a variety of sports such as T-Ball and Hockey. Learn teamwork and sportsmanship. Parent participation is encouraged.
Group A - Tuesdays (May 28 - June 25) at 4 - 4:45pm
Group B - Thursdays (July 11 - August 8) at 4 - 4:45pm
Instructor: Marcus Queen/Jay Seigal
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Summer 2024 - $15 REGISTER
Ages 8-12 Consists of games that can easily be played and replicated anywhere and with little equipment. Play fast paced games such as jump rope, frisbee, dodgeball, and kickball. All participants work together as a team
Group A: Mondays (May 27 - June 24) @ 4-4:45pm
Group B: Mondays (July 8 - August 5) @ 4-4:45pm
Instructor: Alex Delvalle-Montoya
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Summer 2024 | $4 REGISTER
Ages 9-14 Learn fundamentals, game strategies and team concepts though a mixture of lectures and instructional skill sessions. Students develop and perfect shooting form, become effective defenders and learn rebound techniques as well as other basketball skills. Players are grouped by age and skill level.
Wednesdays (July 10 - August 7) @ 5:30 - 6:30pm
Instructor: Marcus Queen/Jay Seigal
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Summer 2024 - $15 REGISTER
Ages 8-12 Is a team sport played using a puck designed for play on a flat surface. The object of every game is to score more goals than the opposing team by shooting the puck into the opposing team's net.
Group A - Tuesdays (May 28 - June 25) @ 4:45 - 5:30pm
Group B - Tuesdays (July 9 - August 6) @ 4:45 - 5:30pm
Instructor: Marcus Queen/Jay Seigal
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Summer 2024 - Price: $4 REGISTER
Ages 6-11 Learn American football fundamentals and improve skills and techniques. Foster teamwork & self confidence to maximize your full potential. A great pre-season review for those with experience.
Group A: Mondays (May 27 - June 24) @ 4-4:45pm
Group B: Mondays (July 8 - August 5) @ 4-4:45pm
Instructor: Jay Seigal/Marcus Queen
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Summer 2024 - $4 REGISTER
Ages 6-10 Cooperative games that move your child and encourages social relationships like crab soccer, SPUD, human Knot and 4 square!
Fridays (June 7 - June 28) @ 4:45 - 5:30pm
Instructor: Marcus Queen/Jay Seigal
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Summer 2024 - $20 REGISTER
Ages 2-5 Join this innovative, co-ed 8 week soccer and character development program for children to learn and explore the fundamental skills. Parents shadow and support their child, assist them as they learn new skills, and encourage them in an engaging and interactive environment.
Group A: (June 17 - August 3) @ 4:30 - 5:15pm
Group B: (June 17 - August 3) @ 5:15 - 6pm
Instructor: Soccer Shots Coaches
Location: Chelsea Park to be announced
Summer 2024 - Free
Ages 6-12 Participate in tennis and reading activities as well as off-court games. Tenacity’s dynamic five-day, six-week program, provides an enriching learning environment for city youth, keeping minds and bodies active during the summer recess.
Chelsea residents only.
In-person registration only from May 28 - June 22 from 4-8pm at the Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street.
Group A - Monday-Thursday (July 1 - August 9) @ 9-12pm
Group B - Monday-Thursday (July 1 - August 9) @ 1-4pm
Location: Voke Park, 546 Washington Avenue
Ages 6+ with adult Families with children six years and older are welcome to register. The pool depth is from 3 feet 6” to 10 feet. Locker rooms and showers are available. Bring your own towel and swimsuit. Professional lifeguard reviews pool rules and conducts swim tests if necessary. Children must have direct parental supervision and contact in the water at all times.
Location: Jordan Boys & Girls Club, 30 Willow St.
Ages 6-11 Celebrate safe biking in Chelsea! MA Safe Routes to Schools instructors teach and review bike riding skills. Volunteers from Chelsea Bike & Pedestrian Committee help teach fun stations including knowing signs and hand signals, how to care for your bike, and more. Each child participating needs to be able to ride a bike independently and bring their own bike and helmet. An adult must be present for the duration of the program.
Location: Mary C Burke Complex, 300 Crescent Avenue
MA Safe Routes to School
https://www.mass.gov/safe-routes-to-school
*Rain date: June 22
IMPORTANT: Open to Chelsea residents/employees only.
Summer 2024 - Karate for Young Children | $20 REGISTER IN PERSON
Fri 4:45 - 5:30pm July 12 - August 9
Ages 3.5-5
Develop the building blocks for martial arts studies. Improve self-control and focus, enhance coordination and learn basic self-defense skills.
A parent must be present at each class.
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Additional costs: $15 uniform & belt for newcomers paid at the time of registration. Total cost: $35
Spring 2024 - Karate for Young Children | $25
Fri 5-5:40 pm May 3 - June 7 REGISTER IN PERSON
Ages 3.5-5 Develop the building blocks for martial arts studies. Improve self-control and focus, enhance coordination, and learn basic self-defense skills. A parent must be present at each class. Pre-registration required.
Instructors: Sensei Nathan Maibor & Sensei John Pellicelli
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Additional costs: $15 uniform & belt for newcomers paid at the time of registration. Total cost: $40
Ages 6-13 Develop skills in self-defense, coordination, balance and strength in a well-rounded martial arts program. Study Kempo, Ju-jitsu, Goju-ryu and sparring techniques. Learn the history of martial arts, how to handle stressful situations and conflict resolution skills.
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Tues & Fri., July 9 - August 9
Group A: 5:45 - 6:30pm
Group B: 6:45 - 7:30pm
*Additional costs: $20 uniform for newcomers paid at time of registration. Total cost: $60
Pre-Registration is required. Only for Chelsea residents and employees.
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Spring 2024 - New Energy Martial Arts $60
Tues & Fri Feb 27 - June 14 REGISTER IN PERSON
Group A: 5:45-6:30pm | Group B: 6:45-7:30pm
Requirements:
• In person registration ONLY to Chelsea residents/employees
• Limited number of openings by age group: Deadline to apply is Feb 6
• Interested students will be notified of group placement by Feb 13
• Mandatory two days a week commitment or continued participation in the program will be jeopardized.
Ages 6-13* New or with experience. Develop skills in self-defense, coordination, balance, and strength in a well-rounded martial arts program. Study Kempo, Ju-jitsu, Goju-ryu, and sparring techniques. Learn the history of martial arts, how to handle stressful situations, and conflict resolution skills. Pre-registration required.
Instructors: Sensei Nathan Maibor & Sensei John Pellicelli
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
*Those interested must be available to attend either group time and apply in person by February 6. Families will be notified of which Group their child will be placed in by February 13 and will be given a week to register and pay. Limited space available. Additional costs: $25 for uniform and belt. Total price: $85
Monday, 5:30 - 6:45pm July 8 - August 5 | $20 REGISTER
Ages 9-12 Enter the world of Claymation and Stop Motion animation. Create your own characters and bring them to life in a short film using paper, found objects, and a tablet. Instructors: Cailin MacDonald & Anita Barnes.
Location: Morris H. Seigal Clark Avenue School
Summer 2024 - Ballet | Tuesdays, July 2 - August 6 | $15 REGISTER
Ages 3-10 Young dancers twirl, skip and leap to fairytale themed music while exploring Ballet skills and techniques!
A parent must be present at each class.
Instructor: Victoria Raimondi, Mini Movers Studio
Location: Morris H. Seigal Clark Avenue School
Group A: ages (3-5) | 4:30 - 5:15pm
Group B: ages (5-7) | 5:15 - 6:00pm
Group C: ages (8-10) | 6:00 - 6:45pm
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Spring 2024 - $4 REGISTER
Ages 3-10 Young dancers twirl, skip and leap to fairytale themed music while exploring Ballet skills and techniques!
A parent must be present at each class.
Instructor: Victoria Raimondi, Mini Movers Studio
Location: Morris H. Seigal Clark Avenue School
Tuesdays | April 2 - May 7 |
Group A: 3-5 | 4:30 - 5:15pm |
Group B: 5-7 | 5:15 - 6:00pm |
Group C: 8-10 | 6:00 - 6:45pm |
Ages 3-5 w/adult Join us for story time and an art project. Spend the first part of the class reading a classic story. For the remainder of the class create an art project about the story.
Ages: 6-10 Explore the world of color! Learn how color influences your day-to-day life and about traditional and contemporary artists while creating your own original
art projects.
Ages 9-12 Drawing is the basic vocabulary of art. Explore the qualities of line, composition, light, shade, value and contrast in different media.
All ages Explore a variety of art techniques, materials, and projects while enjoying summer in the park. This outdoor “open studio” is an opportunity to get creative and learn alongside neighbors, family, and friends.
Instructor: Jenna Feldman
Location: Voke Park, 546 Washington Avenue
*Open Studio Wed. July 3 not July 4*
Rain date: August 8
Ages 8-12 Learn to design and build a variety of puppets (hand, finger, rod and shadow). This class culminates in student performances.
Instructors: Cailin MacDonald & Anita Barnes
Location: Morris H. Seigal Clark Avenue School
Ages 9-12 If you have ever thought about performing on stage, or on-camera, this class is for you! Learn the fundamentals of drama and discover new strengths as you engage in challenging improvisations, pantomimes and
script work.
Instructors: Anita Barnes & Cailin MacDonald
Location: Morris H. Seigal Clark Avenue School
Ages (7 - 9): 5 - 5:45pm Ages (10 - 13): 6 - 6:45pm
Learn the basics of reading music, scales, and finger positioning while playing simple tunes.
Instructor: RJ Walters, Berklee College of Music
Location: Williams Building, 280 Walnut Street
Mon., 5 - 5:30pm June 10 - July 29 | $20* REGISTER
Ages 6-10 Focus on the introduction of the ukulele from its creation and origin. Learn the basic notes, rhythms, and simple songs, and begin making
music from your first class.
Instructor: Christopher Maggio
Location: Morris H. Seigal Clark Avenue School
*Additional cost: $20 soprano ukulele. Total cost $40
Intermediate to Advanced Ukulele
Mon., 5:30 - 6:15pm June 10 - July 29 | $25* REGISTER
Ages 8-12 Focuses on the more advanced techniques of solo and group ukulele playing learned in beginner classes. Challenging chords, melodies, and song-playing brings you to a new level of musical knowledge. Instructor: Christopher Maggio
Location: Morris H. Seigal Clark Avenue School
*Additional cost: $20 soprano Ukulele. Total cost: $45
Fri.,12:30 - 3pm July 12 | Free REGISTER
Age 6-12 Learn to use a 20,000 year-old weapon called the atlatl (spear-thrower). In the first part, learn to launch 5-foot darts from a standing position. In the 2nd part, jump in a cardboard cutout of a kayak and learn to launch them from a sitting position, as we go on a simulated "seal hunt".
Instructor: Andy Majewski
Location: Voke Park, 546 Washington Avenue
Thurs., 6 - 7pm Aug 1 | *Free REGISTER
Ages 6-12 w/adult Chelsea firefighters welcome the public to visit the Central Fire Station. Receive a guided tour of the facility, learn about their special equipment, and review general fire safety. Discover the many services firefighters offer to the city!
*Pre-registration required.
Coordinator: Bryan Bermudez
Location: Central Fire Station, 307 Chestnut Street
Spring 2024
Thurs., 6 - 7pm May 2 | Free REGISTER
Ages 6-12 w/adult Chelsea firefighters welcome the public to visit the Central Fire Station. Receive a guided tour of the facility, learn about their special equipment, and review general fire safety. Discover the many services firefighters offer to the city! Pre-registration required.
Coordinator: Lt. Omar Frometa
Location: Central Fire Station, 307 Chestnut Street
Ages 6-12 w/adult Police officers provide a guided tour throughout the station providing information about the daily activities and structure of the department. *Pre-registration required.
Coordinator: Sgt. Star Chung
Location: Chelsea Police Station, 19 Park Street
Wednesday
Tour I: 6 - 7pm July 17
Tour II: 6 - 7pm July 31
All ages Learn about all the resources a public library has to offer to the community. Check out books, games and more; access free eBooks and audiobooks, online resources and streaming media and discover the historical archives. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Facilitators: Chelsea Public Library Staff
Location: 569 Broadway
Ages 6-12 w/adult Discover what a local bank offers your community! Participate in a scavenger hunt to locate bank items such as: counting machines, and the main vault. Come meet a Branch Manager, Head Teller and a Bank President!
*Pre-registration is required.
Facilitator: Jessica Chaves
Location: Chelsea Bank, 360 Broadway