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Friday December 8, 2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Basic Pilates/Buff Bones - Basic Pilates/Buff Bones - Fall/Winter 2023
Through her Basic Pilates class, Kelly introduces students to Buff Bones®, a medically-endorsed system of movement for bone and joint health, which leverages bone-strengthening and balance techniques along with Pilates, functional movement, strength training and therapeutic exercise. Toning your arms, hips, back and abs, the program strives to improve posture is safe for those with osteoporosis. 
 
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Yoga - Yoga - Fall/Winter 2023
This yoga class provides light hearted instruction in breathing techniques, alignment and body awareness in a friendly, community atmosphere.   This is a beginning level class appropriate for those who are new to yoga, returning to a practice or those with a beginner's mind. Those with injuries or physical limitations will be assisted in finding safe and comfortable adaptations. The emphasis is on Basic Floor poses, along with some standing poses and final relaxation; this is not a power or Vinyasa class. Yoga offers the opportunity to learn to better manage stress, improve concentration, flexibility and balance. 
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Golden Barre Class - Golden Barre - Fall/Winter 2023
It’s the anti-aging workout for active older adults who are looking to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. For our “Barre Tenders”, the barre (or in most cases for students – a chair) is used as a prop for balance, while performing low-impact exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles) combined with high reps of small range-of-motion movements. For our class: NO actual Barre is required, just a chair or a solid surface (table, countertop, etc). Please note, however: There is no seated work with this program, you will be standing for the duration of class.*Water, towel, and light hand weights are recommended -- but not required.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Youth Theatre Production* - *Youth Theatre Production - ELF Jr.
Explore the world of musical theatre by performing in a collaborative production with the Foot in Mouth Players in ELF Jr. Fridays 4-5:30 pmStart Date: September 29th, 2023Dress rehearsal: Friday December 15th, 2023 - 4pmPerformances: Saturday Afternoon December 16th 2023. Time TBD.Instructor: Frank CaccettaLocation: Community Center Cafeteria
 
Saturday December 9, 2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Little Shots Basketball - Little Shots
Lots of movement activities and the basics of beginning basketball.  Shirt included.  
 
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM    Hoopsters Basketball - Hoopsters 10:15am
Players are divided into teams to learn and play the game of basketball.  The teams will spend the first three weeks working on skills and drills with Coach Travis & their respective coaches.  The final three weeks the teams will play instructional games based on their team’s schedule.  If you are interested in coaching, please call us at 845.424.4618.  Shirt is included. 
 
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM    Hoopsters Basketball - Hoopsters 11:30am
Players are divided into teams to learn and play the game of basketball.  The teams will spend the first three weeks working on skills and drills with Coach Travis & their respective coaches.  The final three weeks the teams will play instructional games based on their team’s schedule.  If you are interested in coaching, please call us at 845.424.4618.  Shirt is included. 
 
Monday December 11, 2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Intermediate Pilates - Intermediate Pilates - Fall/Winter 2023
This program will delve a little further into the exercises, and intensity will be increased for more advanced individuals. It is recommended participants bring their own yoga mats.
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Fit for Life for Seniors - Fit for Life - Fall/Winter 2023
The use of light weights and gentle cardiovascular movements are combined to improve overall muscle tone and heart health.  Participants will enjoy fun music while working in a group exercise atmosphere of support in the Rec Center Gym.  Don't have any weights, now worries we can get creative with basic household items.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Holiday Crafts* - Holiday Crafts
Embrace the Fall and Winter spirit and create handmade ornaments to celebrate the season! 
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Adult Pickup Basketball - Adult Pickup Basketball
Philipstown residents only, valid photo ID required. Must be 21 or older. All players must purchase a punch card for 10 nights ($30) at the Recreation Department. Cards will also be for sale Monday Night.
 
Tuesday December 12, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Raise the Barre - Raise the Barre - Fall/Winter 2023
Join Cecily at the Barre each Tuesday morning, as we look to transform ourselves into lean, strong and healthy beings. Cecily will guide you through a rigorous line-up of yoga, ballet and pilates-inspired exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles), as we combine high reps with small range-of-motion movements.*Equipment Needed: water, towel, mat and light hand weights.
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Zumba - Zumba - Fall/Winter 2023
These easy routines alternate fast and slow rhythms, which in addition to providing a good cardio workout, tone the muscles, sharpen the mind - and put a smile on your face!
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 12th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 12th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 12th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court C
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Senior Art Class - Senior Art Class - Fall/Winter 2023 Tuesdays
The goal of this class is to experience a sense of accomplishment through creative stimulation.  We hope to help you develop or advance whichever skills you want to improve and help you complete a project of your own choosing.  We offer access to the most common art supplies and you can work with you to pick the best medium for your projects.  Bring skills with you or learn new ones.  Share your interest in an environment that allows for engagement and feelings of enrichment.Instructor: Mae Lambing-Grunberg
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 12th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 12th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Holiday Treats* - Holiday Treats
Join us as we celebrate the season and make some tasty treats for the holidays. 
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Indoor Lacrosse - Winter - Indoor Lacrosse Clinic Grades 1-5
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals and get ready for the spring.  Equipment will be provided.  Players need their own sticks.
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 6-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 9-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
Wednesday December 13, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Power to the Core - Power to the Core - Fall/Winter 2023
Every Wednesday, join us for an hour filled with HIIT (high intensity interval training) exercises designed to target core muscles while burning calories and building muscle tone. Class will also feature floor work, upper body strengthening and toning, and abdominal work as well! This class is for women only.Equipment needed: light hand weights, towel, mat and water bottle.   
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Sports Sampler* - Sports Sampler
Participants will play a variety of indoor sports including basketball, kickball, volleyball, and more!  A different sport will be featured each week.
 
Thursday December 14, 2023
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi Class - Fall/Winter 2023
Philipstown Tai Chi Class Marc Sabin teaches Tai Chi as a body/mind/spiritual practice. He guides students with great care, focusing on postural misalignments, internal dynamics and the powerful health benefits of the practice. When done correctly, Tai Chi is a well-rounded physical regimen that facilitates more comfort, greater mobility and increased strength. The gentle movements improve balance and equilibrium. Its benefits go far beyond a relaxed form of exercise and helps restore overall vitality. After a series of careful Qigong warm-ups, the Beginners’ Class focuses on the first eight postural movements of the popular Yang Family Tai Chi Form.  About MarcMarc’s studies began in 1976. Before devoting himself to Tai Chi, he earned two black belts and an advanced diploma in Escrima, a Filipino stick-fighting art. He is a highly regarded instructor.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 14th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 14th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Senior Art Class - Senior Art Class - Fall/Winter 2023 Thursdays
The goal of this class is to experience a sense of accomplishment through creative stimulation.  We hope to help you develop or advance whichever skills you want to improve and help you complete a project of your own choosing.  We offer access to the most common art supplies and you can work with you to pick the best medium for your projects.  Bring skills with you or learn new ones.  Share your interest in an environment that allows for engagement and feelings of enrichment.Instructor: Mae Lambing-Grunberg
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 14th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 14th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Open Art Studio* - Open Art Studio - Late Fall 2023
Come with your ideas and, with the teacher's help -- and a lot of material choices -- make it a reality. If you don't have a particular idea, we will help you to develop one based on your interests and strengths. Draw, paint, cut, and sculpt your way to great art!
 
Friday December 15, 2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Basic Pilates/Buff Bones - Basic Pilates/Buff Bones - Fall/Winter 2023
Through her Basic Pilates class, Kelly introduces students to Buff Bones®, a medically-endorsed system of movement for bone and joint health, which leverages bone-strengthening and balance techniques along with Pilates, functional movement, strength training and therapeutic exercise. Toning your arms, hips, back and abs, the program strives to improve posture is safe for those with osteoporosis. 
 
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Yoga - Yoga - Fall/Winter 2023
This yoga class provides light hearted instruction in breathing techniques, alignment and body awareness in a friendly, community atmosphere.   This is a beginning level class appropriate for those who are new to yoga, returning to a practice or those with a beginner's mind. Those with injuries or physical limitations will be assisted in finding safe and comfortable adaptations. The emphasis is on Basic Floor poses, along with some standing poses and final relaxation; this is not a power or Vinyasa class. Yoga offers the opportunity to learn to better manage stress, improve concentration, flexibility and balance. 
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Golden Barre Class - Golden Barre - Fall/Winter 2023
It’s the anti-aging workout for active older adults who are looking to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. For our “Barre Tenders”, the barre (or in most cases for students – a chair) is used as a prop for balance, while performing low-impact exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles) combined with high reps of small range-of-motion movements. For our class: NO actual Barre is required, just a chair or a solid surface (table, countertop, etc). Please note, however: There is no seated work with this program, you will be standing for the duration of class.*Water, towel, and light hand weights are recommended -- but not required.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Youth Theatre Production* - *Youth Theatre Production - ELF Jr.
Explore the world of musical theatre by performing in a collaborative production with the Foot in Mouth Players in ELF Jr. Fridays 4-5:30 pmStart Date: September 29th, 2023Dress rehearsal: Friday December 15th, 2023 - 4pmPerformances: Saturday Afternoon December 16th 2023. Time TBD.Instructor: Frank CaccettaLocation: Community Center Cafeteria
 
Saturday December 16, 2023
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Holiday Winter Festival - Holiday Show & Winter Festival 2023
Come enjoy a show put on by our Youth Theatre Performers along with F.I.M.P as they take you on a ELF Jr journey!After the show we will serve a pasta dinner, holiday treats and have some festive games for the kids!One sign up per family!See you there!
 
Monday December 18, 2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Intermediate Pilates - Intermediate Pilates - Fall/Winter 2023
This program will delve a little further into the exercises, and intensity will be increased for more advanced individuals. It is recommended participants bring their own yoga mats.
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Fit for Life for Seniors - Fit for Life - Fall/Winter 2023
The use of light weights and gentle cardiovascular movements are combined to improve overall muscle tone and heart health.  Participants will enjoy fun music while working in a group exercise atmosphere of support in the Rec Center Gym.  Don't have any weights, now worries we can get creative with basic household items.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Holiday Crafts* - Holiday Crafts
Embrace the Fall and Winter spirit and create handmade ornaments to celebrate the season! 
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Adult Pickup Basketball - Adult Pickup Basketball
Philipstown residents only, valid photo ID required. Must be 21 or older. All players must purchase a punch card for 10 nights ($30) at the Recreation Department. Cards will also be for sale Monday Night.
 
Tuesday December 19, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Raise the Barre - Raise the Barre - Fall/Winter 2023
Join Cecily at the Barre each Tuesday morning, as we look to transform ourselves into lean, strong and healthy beings. Cecily will guide you through a rigorous line-up of yoga, ballet and pilates-inspired exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles), as we combine high reps with small range-of-motion movements.*Equipment Needed: water, towel, mat and light hand weights.
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Zumba - Zumba - Fall/Winter 2023
These easy routines alternate fast and slow rhythms, which in addition to providing a good cardio workout, tone the muscles, sharpen the mind - and put a smile on your face!
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 19th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 19th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 19th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court C
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Senior Art Class - Senior Art Class - Fall/Winter 2023 Tuesdays
The goal of this class is to experience a sense of accomplishment through creative stimulation.  We hope to help you develop or advance whichever skills you want to improve and help you complete a project of your own choosing.  We offer access to the most common art supplies and you can work with you to pick the best medium for your projects.  Bring skills with you or learn new ones.  Share your interest in an environment that allows for engagement and feelings of enrichment.Instructor: Mae Lambing-Grunberg
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 19th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 19th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Indoor Lacrosse - Winter - Indoor Lacrosse Clinic Grades 1-5
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals and get ready for the spring.  Equipment will be provided.  Players need their own sticks.
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 6-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 9-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
Wednesday December 20, 2023
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Power to the Core - Power to the Core - Fall/Winter 2023
Every Wednesday, join us for an hour filled with HIIT (high intensity interval training) exercises designed to target core muscles while burning calories and building muscle tone. Class will also feature floor work, upper body strengthening and toning, and abdominal work as well! This class is for women only.Equipment needed: light hand weights, towel, mat and water bottle.   
 
Thursday December 21, 2023
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    Tai Chi - Tai Chi Class - Fall/Winter 2023
Philipstown Tai Chi Class Marc Sabin teaches Tai Chi as a body/mind/spiritual practice. He guides students with great care, focusing on postural misalignments, internal dynamics and the powerful health benefits of the practice. When done correctly, Tai Chi is a well-rounded physical regimen that facilitates more comfort, greater mobility and increased strength. The gentle movements improve balance and equilibrium. Its benefits go far beyond a relaxed form of exercise and helps restore overall vitality. After a series of careful Qigong warm-ups, the Beginners’ Class focuses on the first eight postural movements of the popular Yang Family Tai Chi Form.  About MarcMarc’s studies began in 1976. Before devoting himself to Tai Chi, he earned two black belts and an advanced diploma in Escrima, a Filipino stick-fighting art. He is a highly regarded instructor.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 21st at 1PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 21st at 1PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Senior Art Class - Senior Art Class - Fall/Winter 2023 Thursdays
The goal of this class is to experience a sense of accomplishment through creative stimulation.  We hope to help you develop or advance whichever skills you want to improve and help you complete a project of your own choosing.  We offer access to the most common art supplies and you can work with you to pick the best medium for your projects.  Bring skills with you or learn new ones.  Share your interest in an environment that allows for engagement and feelings of enrichment.Instructor: Mae Lambing-Grunberg
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 21st at 2PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 21st at 2PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
Friday December 22, 2023
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Basic Pilates/Buff Bones - Basic Pilates/Buff Bones - Fall/Winter 2023
Through her Basic Pilates class, Kelly introduces students to Buff Bones®, a medically-endorsed system of movement for bone and joint health, which leverages bone-strengthening and balance techniques along with Pilates, functional movement, strength training and therapeutic exercise. Toning your arms, hips, back and abs, the program strives to improve posture is safe for those with osteoporosis. 
 
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Yoga - Yoga - Fall/Winter 2023
This yoga class provides light hearted instruction in breathing techniques, alignment and body awareness in a friendly, community atmosphere.   This is a beginning level class appropriate for those who are new to yoga, returning to a practice or those with a beginner's mind. Those with injuries or physical limitations will be assisted in finding safe and comfortable adaptations. The emphasis is on Basic Floor poses, along with some standing poses and final relaxation; this is not a power or Vinyasa class. Yoga offers the opportunity to learn to better manage stress, improve concentration, flexibility and balance. 
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Golden Barre Class - Golden Barre - Fall/Winter 2023
It’s the anti-aging workout for active older adults who are looking to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. For our “Barre Tenders”, the barre (or in most cases for students – a chair) is used as a prop for balance, while performing low-impact exercises that focus on isometric strength training (holding your body still while you contract a specific set of muscles) combined with high reps of small range-of-motion movements. For our class: NO actual Barre is required, just a chair or a solid surface (table, countertop, etc). Please note, however: There is no seated work with this program, you will be standing for the duration of class.*Water, towel, and light hand weights are recommended -- but not required.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.
 
Monday December 25, 2023
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Adult Pickup Basketball - Adult Pickup Basketball
Philipstown residents only, valid photo ID required. Must be 21 or older. All players must purchase a punch card for 10 nights ($30) at the Recreation Department. Cards will also be for sale Monday Night.
 
Tuesday December 26, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Indoor Lacrosse - Winter - Indoor Lacrosse Clinic Grades 1-5
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals and get ready for the spring.  Equipment will be provided.  Players need their own sticks.
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 6-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 9-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
Thursday December 28, 2023
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 28th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 28th at 1PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 28th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court A
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Adult Pickleball - Dec 28th at 2PM-- Pickleball Court B
Philipstown Recreation is now offering indoor Pickleball sessions!Pickleball has become a popular sport and is known to most to as a combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Pickleball is played with a paddle and a whiffle ball on either an indoor or outdoor court that is the same size as a badminton court and a modified tennis net.How it works: Philipstown residents may reserve a court for $25 in one-hour time slots on Tuesday or Thursday afternoons, when the Rec Center gym has availability through the Spring (register for a court as you would for any program). This means you can rent a court for four people, two people, eight people -- it doesn't matter to us, so long as you have a system in place to rotate your extra players in. We will have some paddles and balls available for those who do not own equipment.*Please keep in mind: These are not competitive, regulation indoor courts! This is simply a fun, casual way to introduce the sport to the community and a truly fun way to exercise! If you are searching for a more competitive options, please research and explore additional regulation courts around the region.
 
Tuesday January 2, 2024
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Indoor Lacrosse - Winter - Indoor Lacrosse Clinic Grades 1-5
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals and get ready for the spring.  Equipment will be provided.  Players need their own sticks.
 
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 6-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Lacrosse Open Gym & Speed Lacrosse - Lacrosse Open Gym Grades 9-12
A chance to work on your stick handling skills, game fundamentals  and get ready for the spring. Boys will run 7:00-8:30, girls will overlap from 8:00-9:30, with stick handling skills for all between 8:00-8:30pm.
 
Wednesday January 3, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Indoor Gaga* - Indoor Gaga*
Wednesdays 4-5:30 pm Instructor: Frank Caccetta Location: Community Center Gym A summertime favorite comes inside for the winter!  If you’ve ever been to summer camp here you know what’s this is about- if not, think arena dodgeball where you can only hit the ball with your hand and you have to get your opponent below the knees. 
 
Thursday January 4, 2024
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Open Art Studio* - Open Art Studio*
Come with your ideas and, with the teacher's help -- and a lot of material choices -- make it a reality. If you don't have a particular idea, we will help you to develop one based on your interests and strengths. Draw, paint, cut, and sculpt your way to great art!
 
Saturday January 6, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Co-Ed Basketball League 2024 - Grade 1-2
There will be one practice for grades 3-7 on December 9th. Games start on January 6th.   Grades 1 & 2 will start on January 6th and have a short practice before their game each week.   If you are interested in coaching a team please call Dennis at 845-424-4618.  
 
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM    Co-Ed Basketball League 2024 - Grade 3-4
There will be one practice for grades 3-7 on December 9th. Games start on January 6th.   Grades 1 & 2 will start on January 6th and have a short practice before their game each week.   If you are interested in coaching a team please call Dennis at 845-424-4618.  
 
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM    Co-Ed Basketball League 2024 - Grade 5-7
There will be one practice for grades 3-7 on December 9th. Games start on January 6th.   Grades 1 & 2 will start on January 6th and have a short practice before their game each week.   If you are interested in coaching a team please call Dennis at 845-424-4618.  
 
Monday January 8, 2024
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Intermediate Pilates - Intermediate Pilates - Winter 2024
This program will delve a little further into the exercises, and intensity will be increased for more advanced individuals. It is recommended participants bring their own yoga mats.
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Fit for Life for Seniors - Fit for Life - Winter 2024
The use of light weights and gentle cardiovascular movements are combined to improve overall muscle tone and heart health.  Participants will enjoy fun music while working in a group exercise atmosphere of support in the Rec Center Gym.  Don't have any weights, now worries we can get creative with basic household items.This class will be held in person and live streamed via ZOOM.
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Intro to Hand Sewing* - Intro to Hand Sewing*
Design your own basic stuffed animal from start to finish!