Recreation Department Hours: Monday, 12:30 to 7:30; Tues-Fri, 9:00 to 2:00
See Below for Contact Information
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YOGA-BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!!!
Program Information-Therapeutic Yoga
These yoga classes are for everyone who wants to improve their health and well-being. Therapeutic Yoga is a carefully designed and extensive program using gentle and restorative yoga, modified postures, breath work and meditation with the intent of giving relief from physical pain and improving joint and organ functions.
Participants will improve their posture and flexibility. The posture positions improve blood circulation; promote sound sleep and relaxation allowing the body to heal itself. The individually guided breathing techniques promote harmony and release stress. This class is especially appropriate for individuals who wish to get their bodies back to health after illness, surgery or injury. It can help those suffering from various difficult physical conditions, like back pain and arthritis. The techniques taught are appropriate for beginners, older adults as well as advanced yoga students.
Session 1: September 29th –November 17th with no classes on October 13th
and November 10th.
Class Times and Location: Monday Nights 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Center School, 12 Old Farms Road, Willington.
Cost: The program fee (per session) is $35 for six classes. Drop in fee $7/class.
Equipment: All students must bring their own mat and big towel.
Registration: Preregistration is required. Participation based on space availability.
Instructor: Davender Khokhar
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CALLING ALL CREATIVE PEOPLE!!!
The Willington Recreation Department is looking for your help
to create a fun and catching logo and motto.
Please submit your drawings and ideas to:
Willington Recreation Department
40 Old Farms Road
Willington, CT 06279
Deadline is October 31, 2008.
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911 Reflective Address Signs-Fundraiser
911 Reflective Address Signs
The first step to providing emergency services
is finding your house
Features: -Highly visible Day or night
-Reflective Vinyl and 4” numbers
-Signs are 100% Aluminum and will last for years
ONLY $12 EACH $10 FOR SENIORS
ORDER FORMS MAY BE PICKED UP AT THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT OR ONLINE. Completed Signs must be picked up at town Hall.
ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL TERI GAREAU, 487-3108
ENDORSED BY BOTH WILLINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Be Sure To: -Fasten your address sign on the same side of the road as your house
-Elevate the sign high enough to avoid snow levels
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Be a part of the Willington Recreational Basketball fun!!!
2008-2009 Youth Basketball Registration Begins September 2 and ends October 3rd!! Late Fee of $10.00 until October 10th.
Open to grades 1-8.
Fee is $45; $90 Family max. Late Fee $10 Instructional $35
Registrations are still being accepted!!!
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New Session is in progress...look out for the next session dates.
Karate – Traditional Shaolin Kempo Karate for all ages presented by Hidden Dragon Karate. Trained instructors under the direct supervision of Fifth Degree Master Rod Fuller, 2007 Master of the Year, will teach the program. The program will run for six weeks, on Friday Nights and Saturdays beginning May 30th. The cost is $40 per student. Classes will be held at the Hidden Dragon Karate II Dojo, 15 River Road, Willington.
Classes will be held on: Friday- October 24th
Wednesday- October 29th
Wednesday- November 5th
Friday- November 14th
Wednesday- November 19th
Friday- November 21st
Classes Age Time Beginner Dragons 4 - 8 5:00pm - 5:45pm Advanced Dragons 4 - 8 6:00pm - 6:45pm Preteens 9 - 15 7:00pm - 7:45pm Adults 16 - up 8:00pm - 9:00pm |
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High School Basketball Program 2008-2009
Program Information
Players
This program is available to boys grades 9th-12th.
Fee: $25.00 for Willington Residents Only.
Registration
Registration will be limited to twenty, on a first come first served basis.
The registration form must be completely filled out, accompanied by the appropriate fee and returned to the Recreation Department Office to register. Registrations will not be accepted at the gym.
Season
The season will run from November 16th-March 8th (with no session on 11/30/08, 12/28/08, 1/4/09, 2/15/09 and 2/22/09) on Sunday afternoons 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at the Hall Memorial School gymnasium on Route 32 in Willington.
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Registrations are not longer accepted-this program is full.
Over Thirty Basketball - Registration runs September 2nd-September 15th for all Willington Residents. After September 15th registration is open to all non residents. The program is limited to 20 players-first come first served basis.
Season starts September 28th and ends June 14th on Sunday nights 7:00pm- 9:00pm.
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NEW SESSION STARTING September 20th thru October 25th.
Basic Foil Fencing – The Willington Recreation Dept.will be offering a basic course in modern foil fencing (not theatrical fencing) this fall. Each session will have six classes. This program is available to male and females from age 9 to adult. This course is intended for students with no prior experience in fencing.
Saturday mornings 9:00am-10am at the Old Town Hall, Jared Sparks Road, Willington
We will also offer open fencing this fall, for experienced fencers.
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Summer Camp-2008 Has Finished Another Great Year!!
The kids had alot of fun doing various activities and built friendships to last a lifetime. Parent packets will be sent out shortly, please take the time to complete the parent/child survey.
Hope to see you all again next year!
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NEW SESSION STARTING in the Fall!! Dates to come!
Beginning Iaido- Iaido is the art of sword drawing. Our program will cover the basic techniques of Iaido and the proper handling of the Japanese sword. We will discuss its history, train in the traditional methods of; kata and bokken work (individual and partner exercises) as well as challenge your mind with discussions on the Bunkai (actual interpretations) of each movement. Prior martial arts experience is not necessary; the curriculum will be adjusted accordingly to develop a challenging and rewarding experience for each individual. An approved Instructor of the North American San Shin Kai (NASSK) Federation will provide your training.
The program will run for six weeks dates to be determined 7:00 to 9:00, and will be held at the old Town Hall, Jared Sparks Road, Willington, CT. The cost is $60 per student, and is open to males and females, ages 13 to adult. All equipment will be provided.
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WAM United Soccer Fall 2008 Has Begun -Any questions call David Fraser at 429-3672.
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Volleyball - Adult Volleyball is in Session - Monday and Thursday Nights 7:15pm-9:00pm.
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The Archery program has been cancelled due to low registrations.
Spring dates to come. _____________________________________________________________________
2009 CTAA State Outdoor Championship - Archery Tournament will be held at the River Road Athletic Complex in Willington-dates to come in 09. Results
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Recreation Department
40 Old Farms Road, Willington, CT 06279
Phone: 860 487-3108
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