Youth Programs
Pee Wee Gym
Lets get active! Activities include running and jumping games, obstacle courses, mini-basketball, kickball activities, soccer and much more. This class is a great way to introduce kids to sports and develop their social skills.
- Tuesdays
- Session 1: 3/18-4/15
- Session 2: 4/29-5/20
- 2 year old with Parent; 3:30-4:00 PM
- 3-4 year old; 4:00-4:30 PM
- Min: 5; Max: 12 per group
- EES Gym
- R $20.00; NR $30.00 per session
My Pictures, My Story ~ Making a Personalized Photo Album
Looking for a fun, creative activity for your kids? Kids will be guided through the process of photo selection, cropping, page design and journaling the stories behind the pictures. Kids will leave with a completed paper album showcasing their own creative style. The workshop fee includes an album kit of their choice, photo-safe journaling pen, refillable tape runner and a trimmer with built-in storage for photos and all their great tools.
- 3rd-5th graders
- Monday, April 14th
- 4:00-6:00 PM
- Eliot United Methodist Church
- R $58.00; NR $68.00 all materials included
- Please bring 20 photos
- Instructor: Lisa Dinsmore
Rock Climbing Camp
ECSD has teamed up with the Indoor Ascent (Formally known as Dover Indoor Climbing Gym) to offer this great 4 day rock climbing course. Topics will include proper belay techniques, gear selection and climbing technique. The cost includes harness, shoe rental and t-shirt. Don’t forget to pack a lunch and water bottle. Transportation not included.
- Youth ages 6 and up
- April Vacation- 4/22-4/25 or Summer - 8/19-8/22
- 9:00 AM- 1:00 PM
- Indoor Ascent (Dover Indoor Climbing Gym)
- R $98.00; NR $108.00
- Instructor: Chad Murphy
Garden Club
Life's a garden...dig it! A fun and educational club where students can experience gardening right here in their own backyard. Activities such as: painting pet rocks, growing grass faces, nature walks and gardening around EES will be explored. Participants will gain an appreciation for the environment and have fun doing it!
- Ages 6-12
- Mondays, 4/28-6/9 (No 5/26)
- 4:00-5:00 PM
- Location TBA
- R $30.00; NR $40.00
Mountian Bike Club
This class will involve learning the basis of the sport, utilizing trails in the area. Emphasis will be on safe riding techniques while on and off the trail. Participants will need a bike, helmet and a water bottle. Volunteers are needed as we plan to do trips to local trails via cars.
- Ages 6-15
- Wednesdays, 5/7-6/11 (NEW DATES)
- 3:30-5:00 PM
- EES Parking Lot
- R $25.00; NR $35.00
- Papa Wheelies will give a 10% discount off bikes and a 15% discount off accessories for those who are in this club.
Youth Cycling Club
Learn how to ride safely on the roads, fit your helmet correctly, tune your bike and more. Club will meet at the EES back parking lot. Must be comfortable on a bicycle - No Training Wheels. Volunteers are needed for this program.
- Ages 6 and up
- Thursdays, 5/8-6/12 (NEW DATES)
- 4:00-5:00 PM
- EES Parking Lot
- R $25.00; NR $35.00
- Instructor: Sue McNamara
- Papa Wheelies will give a 10% discount off bikes and a 15% discount off accessories for those who are in this club.
Youth Softball League
Youth Softball is open to girls in 1st-5th grade. The goal of this program is to offer a less competitive atmosphere for girls that wish to participate in the game of softball. Coaches will emphasize skill development, good sportsmanship, and enjoyment of the game. Volunteer Coaches and Assistants are needed for this program!
- Games will be played on Thursdays, beginning in May. Teams will also practice one day a week. A schedule of games and practices will be available after registration is complete.
- Early Registration: 2/1-3/14; $10 discount
- Registration: 3/15-4/17; R $45.00; NR $55.00
- $5.00 sibling discount available for families with 2 or more children in the program.
Monkeying Around with Fleece
Don't be a rotten banana, come and make a pillow! Each participant will make an 11"x11" fleece tied pillow to keep for their very own. Pillow designs will vary. Children must be able to tie knots and work somewhat independently. All the materials needed will be provided. Pizza will be provided for dinner along with dissert.
- Ages 8 and up
- Friday, May 16th
- 5:30-8:30 PM
- Eliot United Methodist Church
- R $13.00; NR $23.00
Youth Tennis Lessons
Lessons will consist both of skill development and play. Each participant should bring a towel, water bottle, and racket. Intermediate classes will touch on more specific techniques and fundamentals of the game.
- Beginner 1 (ages 7-10); 9:00-10:00 AM
- Beginner 2 (ages 7-15); 10:00-11:00 AM
- Intermediate (ages 7-15); 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
- Thursdays, 6/26-7/31
- Frost Tufts Tennis Courts
- R $45.00; NR $55.00
- Instructor: John Rafferty
- Private Tennis Lessons are also available, please call John at 603-767-7163.
YMCA Summer Swim Lessons
YMCA instructors will assess the children's ability and teach them according to appropriate YMCA levels as one group. Each child will receive a certificate at teh end of the session that will reflect their YMCA skill level.
- Ages 5-7 & Ages 8-10 (2 groups)
- Wednesdays, 7/2-8/20
- 4:00-4:30 PM Class, 5:00-5:30 PM Free Swim
- Seacoast Family YMCA, Portsmouth
- R $74.00, NR $84.00
Fall Rec. Soccer
Rec. Soccer is open for boys and girls PreK-5th grade in September 2008. Youth will be placed on teams according to their grade. 1ST-2ND GRADERS & 3RD-5TH GRADERS WILL BE PLACED ON GENDER SPECIFIC TEAMS! The goal of this program is to offer a less competitive atmosphere for youth that wish to participate in the game of soccer. Coaches will emphasize skill development, good sportsmanship, and enjoyment of the game. Competition will be introduced minimally in the younger teams and will gradually increase in the older teams. Volunteer Coaches and Assistants are NEEDED for this program!
- Games will be played on Saturdays, beginning September 6th. Teams will practice once a week (Monday-Friday). A schedule of games and practices will be available one week after registration is complete.
- Early Registration: 6/2-8/1; $10.00 Discount
- Registration: 8/4-8/15; R $45.00; NR $55.00
- $5.00 Discount for siblings in the immediate family
- August 15th is the absolute deadline to register ~ Registrations after this date will be put on a waiting list.
