Penn-Trafford Area Recreation Commission (PTARC): Youth and Teen Activities

YOUTH AND TEEN ACTIVITIES

Babysitting Certification - Ages 11 & up

Learn the skills necessary to provide a safe and fun-filled babysitting experience. Participants must be of age to obtain certification. Bring a bag lunch, beverage, paper & pencil.

Instructor: American Red Cross
Location: Penn Township Police Station, Sandy Hill Road
Day & Time: Saturday, 9:00 am-3:30 pm
First session: February 20, 2010 OR
Second session: March 27, 2010
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $54, Non-residents $65
Limit: 15 participants per session

Archery - Ages 10-16

Learn the basic skills required for this traditional sport. Proper technique will be taught as well as basic bow shooting and target skills. Equipment supplied.

Instructor: Pete Miller
Location: Trafford Sportsman’s Club
Day & Time: 6 weeks, Tuesdays, January 26-March 2, 6:00-7:30 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $29, Non-residents $35
Limit: 14 participants

Ballroom Dance for Youth & Teens - Ages 6-10

Learn the American style smooth dances: foxtrot, waltz and tango and Latin style rhythm dances: cha cha, rumba, samba and swing. Also taught will be techniques for posture, leading, following and basic partner dance movement. Two lessons in hustle and salsa will be made available as well. No partner necessary.

Instructor: Luanne O’Brien, Integral Ballroom
Location: Integral Ballroom, 3371 Wm. Penn Hwy., Murrysville
Day & Time: 10 weeks, Mondays, January 11-March 15, 4:30-5:30 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $94, Non-residents $112(10% discount for families with more than one student)
Limit: 25 participants

Golf Ages - 12-17

Beginning golf etiquette and basic skills including grip, stance, and addressing the ball. Bring your own clubs. Additional cost for buckets of balls.

Instructor: Ed Herbst, PTHS Golf Coach
Location: Kistler’s Driving Range
Day & Time: 4 weeks, Thursdays, April 8-29, 2010, 4:00-5:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $54, Non-residents $64
Limit: 12 participants

Girl’s Field Hockey Clinic - Grades 5-12

Basic skills will be reviewed and taught. Scrimmages will take place. All ability levels will learn something new. Please bring shin guards, mouth guard and water. Sticks and balls provided.

Instructor: Cindy Dutt
Location: PTHS Warrior Stadium
Day & Time: 2 weeks Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 20-29, 6:00-7:30 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $39, Non-residents $47
Limit: 20 participants

The Tennis Academy: Winter Tennis Warm Up - Ages 6 & up

Get out your racquet and tune up your skills, sharpen up your volleys and serves in a non-competitive environment. Bring your own racquet.

Instructor: Tom Merchant, USTA Clinician
Location: Level Green Elementary Multi-Purpose Rm
Day & Time: 4 weeks, Mondays, January 25-February 15, 7:00-8:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District Residents $34, Non-residents $41
Limit: 15 participants

The Tennis Academy: Learn to Play Tennis - Ages 5-12

For those who have never picked up a racquet, learn to play tennis with the USTA progression method; the fastest way to learn the game! Bring your own racquet.

Instructor: Tom Merchant, USTA Clinician
Location: Level Green Elementary Multi-Purpose Rm
Day & Time: 4 weeks, Mondays, January 25-February 15, 6:00-7:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $34, Non-residents $41
Limit: 15 participants

The Tennis Academy: Tennis - Ages 5 & up

Beginning class is for players who need to learn the four basic strokes and proper stance, grip and position. Intermediate class is for players who want to refine their strokes while adding pace, spin and control. Please bring your own racquet.

Instructor: Tom Merchant, USTA Clinician
Location: Penn-Trafford High School Courts
Day & Time: 6 weeks, Saturdays, May 1-June 5
                    2:00-3:00 pm - Beginners Ages 9 & up
                    3:15-4:15 pm - Intermediates Ages 9 & up
                    4:15-5:00 pm - Munchkins Ages 5-8
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents Ages 5-8 $39, Ages 9 & up $49; Non-residents Ages 5-8 $47, Ages 9 & up $59
Limit: 12 participants per class

The Tennis Academy: Semi-Private Tennis Lessons - Ages 8 & up

For the serious tennis student, focus on skill development and individual instruction. Please indicate beginner, intermediate or advanced skill level on registration form. Group time according to skill level. Adults welcome!

Instructor: Tom Merchant, USTA Clinician
Location: Penn Trafford High School Courts
Day & Time: One week, Monday-Friday,
                    First session: May 10-14 OR
                    Second session: May 17-21 OR
                    Third session: May 24-28
                    4:00-4:30 pm Beginner OR
                    4:30-5:00 pm Intermediate/Advanced
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $59, Non-residents $71
Limit: 3 participants per session

The Tennis Academy: Junior Tennis Match Play - Ages 13-18

Get prepared for competitive high school team play! Improve your skills, learn what to expect and how to react to situations in a team setting. Participants matched by skill level. Bring your own racquet.

Instructor: Tom Merchant, USTA Clinician
Location: PTHS Tennis Courts
Day & Time: 6 weeks, Saturdays, May 1-June 5, 5:00-6:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $59, Non-residents $71
Limit: 8 participants

Beginning Karate - Ages 7-12

Have fun while training in traditional Japanese martial art/self defense. Develop full body coordination, proper stretching techniques and
physically strengthen muscles. Discipline, manners, and respect attained. No uniform required.

Instructor: Dustin Baldis, Owner PA Shotokan Karate Club
Location: PTARC/Shelley Proskin Recreation Center
Day & Time: 4 weeks, Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 26-February 18, 6:15-7:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $54, Non-residents $64
Limit: 10 participants

Guitar - Ages 7-18

Learn the basics of guitar; how to read music, basic chords and improvisation. By the end of the class students will be able to play songs and jam with friends. Bring acoustic or electric guitar.

Instructor: Dante Romito
Location: Bentley & Romito, Rt. 130
Day &Time: 6 weeks, Mondays, 6:30-7:30 pm
Ages 7-11 - January 25-March 1 OR
Ages 12 & up - March 15-April 19
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District Residents $54, Non-residents $64
Limit: 10 participants per class

Voice Instruction - Ages 7-12

Students will learn basic singing techniques, proper breathing and age appropriate songs to strengthen and showcase individual vocal needs. Learn to sing together while staying on your own voice part. No experience necessary. Bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Kristy Marsh
Location: Penn Middle School Room B-16
Day & Time: 6 weeks, Tuesdays, February 9-March 16, 2010, 7:30-8:30 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $49, Non-residents $59
Limit: 15 participants

Volleyball - Ages 10-15

Learn the basics of volleyball including rules, positioning, setting and serving. Technique and strategy also taught. Wear tennis shoes and knee pads. Bring a ball and water bottle.

Instructor: Paulo Ferriera
Location: Harrison Park Elementary Multi-Purpose Room
Day & Time: 6:00-8:00 pm, Jan 19 & 25, Feb 2, 16, 22, Mar 2 OR
Second session: March 16, 22, 30, April 14, 20, 28
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $29, Non-residents $35
Limit: 20 participants per session

SAT Preparation-Math - Ages 14-18

Sharpen your mathematics and reasoning skills to prepare for the SAT. Develop techniques to improve performance. Learn and practice test taking strategies specifically focused on the math portion of the SAT. Materials provided. Bring lunch, beverage, notepad, pencil & calculator.

Instructor: Ron Rometo
Location: Penn Township Ambulance
Day & Time: Saturday, February 27, 8:00 am-4:00 pm & Sunday, February 28, 12:00 noon-4:00 pm
Fee: Penn-Trafford School District residents $89, Non-residents $107
Limit: 20 participants per session