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Mondays-Fridays July 5-August 11
Group A: 9-12pm I Group B:1-4pm
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. Registration is required.
Location: Voke Park, 540 Washington Avenue
Introduction to Sports for Young Children $15
Mon 6:15-6:45pm July 10-August 7
Ages 4-6 Young children experience the basic skills needed to play a variety of sports such as wiffleball and hockey. Learn teamwork and sportsmanship.
Instructor: Anita Barnes
Location: Clark Avenue School, 8 Clark Avenue
Dates and times to be announced soon.
Ages 10+ A team sport played using a puck designed for movement 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. Pre-Registration required
Location: Williams Building Courtyard, 180 Walnut Street
Cronin Memorial Ice Skating Rink $50
Saturdays, July 1-August 19 Ages 4-12 9:30-9:55 am
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. Skates rental is free. Chelsea residents only.
Two (2) session maximum per person annually. Must register in person at the Williams Building, 180 Walnut St.
Coordinator: Jessica Proctor
Location: 870 Revere Beach Parkway
Tennis Explorations $20
SPRING Sat 11am-12:15pm April 15-May 20
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
Learn to Play Tennis $25
SUMMER Tues 6-7pm June 6-July 25
Ages 8-12 Perfect for first-time tennis players! Focuses on developing the skills to serve, rally, and score! All equipment is provided.
Instructor: Richard Wilson
Location: Voke Park, Tennis Courts, 540 Washington Avenue
Saturday, 11am-2pm June 17
Ages 6-11 Celebrate safe biking in Chelsea! MA Safe Routes to Schools instructors will teach and review bike riding skills. Volunteers from the Chelsea Bike & Pedestrian Committee run activity stations including 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
Fri 6:30-8 pm June 2 $10 per family
Ages 6+ w/adult Families with children six years and older are welcome to register. The pool depth is from 3 feet 6 inches 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 with the water at all times.
Location: Jordan Boys & Girls Club, 30 Willow Street.
Community Gym
May 15-August 11
Williams School: Youth 12-17 $5
Clark Ave School: Adult 18+ $15
Ages 12+ The Williams & Clark Schools have gym hours available this summer. The schedule and available sports may vary 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.
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, 180 Walnut Street and Clark Ave School, 8 Clark Avenue
Play Ball with the Boston Red Sox Staff FREE
Wednesday, July 19 6-7:30pm
Ages 5-12 w/adult The Red Sox Foundation hosts Play Ball, a FREE introductory baseball/softball clinic for youth with any skill range. Youth in attendance participate in fun and engaging baseball activities through station-based drills. The best part is-no personal equipment is necessary. All participants will receive an event t-shirt. Pre-registration is required or call 617-466-5233
Location: Voke Park, 540 Washington Avenue
Instructors: Sensei Nathan Maibor & Sensei John Pellicelli
Karate for Young Children $20
Fri 5-5:40 pm July 14-August 11
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
Instructors: Sensei Nathan Maibor & Sensei John Pellicelli
New Energy Martial Arts $45
Tues & Fri July 11-August 11
Ages 6-9 5:45-6:30pm
Ages 10-13 6:45-7:30pm
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
Additional costs: $20 uniform which must be paid at the time of registration. Total cost: $65
Mon 4-4:30 pm June 12-July 31
Ages 6-10 Learn the basic instruments in the percussion family and how they influence the world’s music from the past to the present. Instruments include maracas, shaker eggs, tambourines, cymbals, guiro, drums, and cymbals. Fun videos, dances, and great performances assist and inspire young minds to explore this exciting musical world.
Instructor: Christopher Maggio
Location: Clark Ave School, 8 Clark Avenue
Mondays, 4:30-5pm June 12-July 31
Ages 6-10 One of the most popular instruments is now yours to discover. Learn the basic fundamentals of the ukulele. 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.
Additional cost: $20 soprano ukulele. Total cost $45
Intermediate to Advanced Ukulele $25
Mondays, 5-5:45 pm June 12-July 31 $25
Ages 8-12 Focus on the more advanced techniques of solo and group ukulele playing learned in beginner classes. Challenging chords, melodies, and song-playing bring you to a new level of musical knowledge.
Additional cost: $20 soprano ukulele. Total cost $45
Instructor: Christopher Maggio
Location: Clark Ave School, 8 Clark Avenue
Mondays, 10-11am April 24-May 15
Ages 2-5 w/adult Join us for a story time and art project. Spend the first part of the class reading a classic story and create a project about the story. Pre-registration is encourage.
Instructor: Jenna Feldman
Location: Chelsea Public Library, 569 Broadway
Sat 12-12:45pm Apr 22-May 13
Ages 3-5 w/adult Become an art explorer! Little artists will experiment and discover through art activities!
Instructor: Kristen Leslie
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Sat 1-2pm Apr 22-May 13
Ages 6-9 Come, make and play! Artists will join us outdoors and design games!
Instructor: Kristen Leslie
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Sat 2-3pm Apr 22-May 13
Ages 9-12 Make the world your studio! Join us outdoors to draw the world around you!
Instructor: Kristen Leslie
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Sat 11:30-12:15pm June 10
Ages 2-5 w/adult Bring your little artists to explore creativity! Make art and play with new friends!
Instructor: Kristen Leslie
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Sat 12:30-2 pm June 10
Ages 6-8 Calling all young artists to come to play and paint! Have fun and make art to take!
Instructor: Kristen Leslie
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Sat 2:30-4 pm June 10
Ages 9-12 Come learn how to draw in your favorite art style! Artists learn everything they need to know to draw a face in the anime style.
Instructor: Kristen Leslie
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Wed 6-7:30pm July 12-August 9
All ages Explore a variety of art techniques, materials, and projects while enjoying summer in the park. Use different mediums to create in an outdoor “open studio.” All are welcome!
Instructor: Rotating Artists
Location: Voke Park, 540 Washington Street
Summer Ballet for Young Children $25
Wed 4-4:40 pm June 21-August 9
Ages 2.5-4 Young dancers will twirl, skip, and leap. Wear either leotard, tights, skirts or fitted tank/ t-shirt, leggings, or shorts, and wear soft ballet shoes or grip socks.
Instructor: Mini Movers Studio Staff
Location: Clark Avenue School, 8 Clark Avenue
Let’s Dance $25
Wed June 21-August 9
Group A: Ages 5-7 4:45-5:30 pm
Group B: Ages 8-10 5:30-6:15 pm
Ages 5-10 Current and aspiring dancers explore different styles of dance including Ballet, Lyrical, Jazz, and Hip Hop. Discover what style of dance you may want to study further in the fall! Learn terminology and technique for each style and short choreography combinations. Wear dance or athletic attire and soft ballet shoes or grip socks for Ballet/Lyrical and Jazz and sneakers for Hip Hop.
Instructor: Mini Movers Studio Staff
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street
Chelsea Police Station Tour FREE
SPRING Wed 6-7pm May 10
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: Officer Joanne O'Brien
Location: Chelsea Police Station, 19 Park Street
Chelsea Fire Station Tour FREE
SPRING Tues 6-7pm May 2
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: Firefighter Omar Frometa
Location: Central Fire Station, 307 Chestnut St
SPRING Teaching Preschoolers Money Skills FREE
Sat 10-11am May 13
Ages 3-5 w/adult Preschoolers learn about the different denominations of money. Reading books, playing games, and singing songs about money help them differentiate between the amounts.
Facilitator: Jessica L. Chaves
Location: East Cambridge Savings Bank, 360 Broadway
Sat 2:30pm June 10 Youth $5 Adults: $10
All ages Tour the home of our World Series Champions Boston Red Sox! Sit atop the world-famous Green Monster which stands 37 feet 2 inches high overlooking left field. Guides will provide a one-hour walking tour. The deadline to register is Friday, May 26.
Location: Meet at the Team Store Gate D on Jersey Street at 2:30 pm sharp! Registrants must provide their own transportation.
Summer Solstice Celebration 2023 FREE
Wed 5-9pm June 21
All ages Celebrate the longest Day of the year and mark the beginning of summer, in-person with the Harvard Museums of Science and Culture. Enjoy free admission to the four museums. hands-on activities, food, music, and more!
Location: 11 Divinity Avenue, Cambridge. Registrants must provide their own transportation.
Institute of Contemporary Art
Thurs 10am-6pm* June 22 Youth: FREE Adults: $10
*Enter between 10am-12pm until 6pm
All ages Offers outstanding contemporary art in all media, including visual art exhibitions, music, film, video, and performance, that is deserving of public attention. Enjoy beautiful views of the harbor from the gallery windows. The deadline to register is Thursday, June 8. Registrants must provide their own transportation.
The Sports Museum, TD Garden Boston
Sat 10am July 22 Youth: $5 Adults: $10
All ages Experience a tour that consists of a half-mile of exhibits at TD Garden, the home of the Boston Bruins and Boston Celtics. Our Museum Guides take you through exhibits located on the Premium Levels 5 & 6 of TD Garden, which celebrate the history and the character of Boston sports that make Boston the envy of the sports world. The deadline to register is Friday, July 7.
Location: 100 Legends Way, Boston
Transportation is provided for the following field trips.
Children, ages 12 and under require an adult chaperone unless otherwise indicated. Pre-registration is required. The deadline to register is two weeks prior to the scheduled trip.
Franklin Park Zoo, Boston, MA
Sat 10-3pm June 24 ages 2-12 $10 ages 13+ $15
All ages A 72-acre zoo nestled in Boston’s historic Franklin Park. Come see lion and tiger habitats, the Giraffe Savannah, and a 4-acre mixed-species area called the Serengeti Crossing that showcases zebras, ostriches, and wildebeests. The Tropical Forest showcases a gorilla environment, emus, and kangaroos. Bring your own lunch.
Foragers to Farmers, Cambridge, MA
Fri 1:30-4pm August 4 Youth $5 Adults $10
All ages Come to the Harvard Museums of Science & Culture to use stone blades, grinding stones, and pump drills and tour the Native America and Maya Galleries to learn about early farmers and hunters, The Program takes place in the Change and Continuity Hall of the North American Indian Gallery and Encounters with the Americas Gallery and a workshop room. Bus departs Voke Park at 12:30pm
Location: Harvard Museums of Science & Culture
Wed 6-7:30pm May 10
Ages 11-13 Learn the basics of designing and constructing a beaded necklace! Discover how to select materials, design, string, and finish a beaded necklace. Option to purchase a basic jewelry tool kit.
Instructor Kaitie Butler
Location: Clark Avenue School, 8 Clark Avenue
Fri 5-8pm June 23 & July 21
Ages 4-10 Enjoy your evening while your kids engage in a variety of social and physical activities and a G-rated movie at the Williams Building. Pizza and refreshments will be served.
Facilitators: Chelsea Recreation Staff
Mon 7-8:15pm July 10-August 7
Ages 9-13 Are you a lifelong learner? Challenge yourself this summer and enter law school. The class focuses on all aspects of trial practice and culminates in a trial. Full participation in this course is mandatory!
Instructor: Anita Barnes
Location: Clark Ave School, 8 Clark Avenue
Ancient Hunting-Weapon Practice Harvard Museums of Natural History FREE
Fri 12:30-2pm July 14
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, 540 Washington Avenue
Mon 6-7pm July 17
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 is required.
Meet at the fire station, 307 Chestnut Street.
Coordinator: Omar Frometa
Sat 11-11:45am June 17
Ages 6-10 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 the bank staff. Participants receive their own piggy bank. Pre-registration is required.
Location: Chelsea Bank, 360 Broadway
Facilitator: Jessica Chaves
Mon 6-7pm August 7
Ages 6-12 w/adult Police officers provide a guided tour throughout the station and discuss information about the daily activities and structure of the department. Pre-registration is required.
Meet at the Chelsea Police Station, 19 Park Street.
Coordinator: Officer Joanne O'Brien
August 3 - Minions: The Rise of Gru
Location: Clark Ave School Amphitheater, 8 Clark Avenue