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Summer Activity Guide

The Summer Youth Activity Guide is now available.

Click here to download the guide (PDF format)

Learn To Swim

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Summer Enrichment Programs

Program Dates:  Monday, July 6^th - Friday, August 14^th

Program Time:  Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

When to Register:  9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. beginning Monday May 4^th - Wednesday May 6^th and Wednesday May 13^th according to the schedule below.

Where to Register:  Forest Park - Recreation Office

For more information call 750-2652

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Summer Tennis Program

We will have programs at three sites this year.  There will be programs at Forest Park, Greenleaf and Van Horn.  Click the links below for the flyers and registration forms.

Note:  The registration form may be completed and brought with payment to the first day of the program.

If you have any questions contact Jim Kelly at 750-2799.

"On The Wilder Side"

If you are looking for a fun-filled out-of-the-ordinary experience, this adventure program is just right for you and promises to be EXTRA-ordinary!  Brad Miller, of Next Level Adventures will run four, one-week sessions that include team building games and challenges, kayaking, fishing, swimming, treasure hunts, hiking, snorkeling, survival skills and out-of-the-box adventure!

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Please note:  All completed applications must be accompanied by payment in full, along with a copy of the chid's most recent physical.  A physical must have been with a year from the dates attending the program.  Thank you.

On The Wilder Side Open House

Saturday May 30, 2 pm - 4 pm

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All Skills Soccer Academy

Experience the passion of soccer and learn from professional level players and coaches.  These five day clinics will incorporate a progression of skills, games, and challenges for young athletes looking to have fun and improve.  In the "beautiful game" we will help make you a complete player.

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"Firsts Things First - Celebrating Springfield"

The City of 50 Firsts!

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After school programs

Looking for a free after-school program that provides a safe, fun-filled environment for your children with lots of opportunities for hands-on educational and recreational activities to support what they do during the school day? The Recreation Division of the Department of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management runs nine, after-school programs at three elementary and six middle schools located throughout the city and funded by the Massachusetts Department of Education's 21st Century Community Learning Center grant. Get the details.

Public skating

Public skating is offered at Cyr Arena in Forest Park on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7:00 p.m. – 8:50 p.m. and Sundays from 2:30 p.m. – 4:20 p.m..  There is a $4.00 admission fee and a $4.00 skate rental fee.  Birthday parties may be scheduled please call 787-6438 after 4:00 p.m. for booking and fee information.

Sports leagues

The Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings & Recreation Management offers a variety of recreational sports leagues to city residents. Want to register someone for a particular sport? Here's a list of contacts.