Equal & Accessible Opportunities
Springfield Township Parks and Recreation provides services and employment on an equal opportunity basis without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, height, weight or disability. We encourage all citizens of the community to participate in recreational programming. If you have any questions and/ or special needs, please contact our office.
Youth Activities and Programs
Elementary Spanish
This class will really captivate your young child so they won't be asking "do we have to go?", but rather "can we go now?"
Colors, numbers, common phrases, and verbs will be learned through song, movement, and fun activities. 30 minutes of fun and learning that will definitely teach your child more than just "Hola" (Hello)! A minimum number of participants required. Resident rates apply to those residing in Springfield Township. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, but will be accepted at the door provided the minimum has been met and there are still openings. All materials needed will be provided.
SESSION 1: Wednesdays, February 15 – March 21
SESSION 2: Wednesdays, April 11 – May 16
TIME: 4:10 – 4:40 pm
WHERE: Hart Community Center
AGE: In Elementary School (Sibling Friendly – Great for all ages)
FEE: Residents: 1 child $30; 2 children $55; 3 children $80; 4 children $105. Non-Residents: 1 child $35; 2 children $60; 3 children $85; 4 children $110.
Lego We Do Robotics (Early Elementary)
Students in grades 2 & 3 will explore the concept of robotics by using the Lego We-Do Robotics kits. Themes such as Amazing Mechanisms, Adventure stories, Wild Animals and Play Soccer, will have students design and create a number of robotics models that integrate motors, tilt sensors and motion sensors. They will also learn the routines to program each of their creations to perform various tasks. This activity will serve and as early introduction to later Lego Robotics programs that will be available to them in 4th, 5th and 6th grade. For more information or to be added to Academic Enrichments mailing list please log onto www.academicecs.com.
WHEN: Thursdays March 29 – May 31 (No class 4/5, 4/12 or 5/10)
WHERE: Springfield Township Civic Center
TIME: 5:30 – 6:30 pm
AGES: Grades 2 – 3
FEE: Residents: $40 per person
Non-Residents: $45 per person
Stop Motion Animation/Claymation
With this class, students will use different material and a computer programs (Claymation Studio) to learn how to create animated scenes on the computer. They will then be saved to DVD for them to keep at the classes end. This will be offered to 4th graders and up.
WHEN: Thursdays, March 29 – May 31 (No class 4/5, 4/12 or 5/10)
WHERE: Springfield Township Civic Center
TIME: 6:45 – 7:45 pm
AGES: Grades 4 - 8
FEE: Residents: $40 per person
Non-Residents: $45 per person
Indoor Volleyball Clinic
Holly Varsity Volleyball Head Coach Jamie Jones will lead this co-ed clinic to teach players the basic skills needed to play volleyball. Skills taught will include: passing, serving, hitting, setting, importance of teamwork and having fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ball if they have one. Some balls will be available. Fun games will be incorporated. No prior experience necessary. Resident rates apply to those residing in Springfield Township. A minimum number of participants are required to hold each session. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged, but will be accepted at the door provided the minimum has been met and there are still openings.
WHEN: Mondays,
SESSION 5: April 23 – June 4 (no class 5/28)
TIME: 4:30 – 5:30 pm
WHERE: Davisburg Elementary Gym
AGE: Grade 3 - 6
FEE: Residents: $30 per person, Non-Resident: $35 per person
Sand Volleyball Clinic
Holly Varsity Volleyball Coach Jamie Jones will lead this co-ed clinic to teach players the basic skills needed to play volleyball. Skills taught will include: passing, serving, hitting, setting, importance of teamwork and having fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ball if they have one. Some balls will be available. Fun games will be incorporated. No prior experience necessary.
WHEN: Tuesdays
SESSION I: June 19 – July 24 (no clinic 7/3)
SESSION II: July 31 – August 28
TIME: 1 – 2:30 pm
WHERE: Mill Pond Park Sand Volleyball Court
AGE: Grades 3 - 6
FEE: Residents: $40 per person, Non-Resident: $45 per person; Walk-in: $10 per person per day
Parent & Child Intro to Tennis
This is a fun program designed to introduce “the sport of a lifetime” in a fun, friendly environment allowing parents and children to learn together. Parents will be equipped to help their child continue to develop sound fundamentals after the class concludes. Racquets are not required but if you have one please bring it. No black soled shoes.
WHEN: Thursdays, May 10th - May 31st
TIME: 5:00 – 5:30 pm;
AGE: 4 – 7 yrs
FEE: Residents: $39; Non-Residents: $44
Min 4 - Max 16;
Learn To Play Tennis
For beginners & intermediate players. We’ll cover forehand & backhand ground strokes, the serve, volley and more. Rules scoring, history and strategy will be introduced. Players can expect a fun fast paced program and will be playing actual matches by the end of the session. Be sure to bring water.
WHEN: Thursdays, May 10 – May 31
TIME: 5:30 – 6:45 pm
WHERE: Mill Pond Park Tennis Courts
AGES: 8 – 17
FEE: Residents: $75 per person
Non-Residents: $80 per person
Jr. Golf Lessons
Instructors from Shepherds Hollow Golf Club will provide an introduction to the game of golf, rules, equipment and etiquette. Full swing and short game fundamentals will be taught. Clubs are available, but if possible bring your own. Makeup dates due to weather will be arranged by the instructor. A minimum number of participants are required for each class/session. Class times may be combined/altered to meet the minimum requirement to hold the session. Resident rates apply to those residing in Springfield Township. Registration is required 7 days before the start date for each session.
SESSION I: June 18 – July 2, 2012
SESSION II: July 11 – July 25, 2012
SESSION III: August 6 - August 20, 2012
WHEN: Mondays & Wednesdays
TIME: Beginners (ages 8-11): 9:15 - 10:15 am
Intermediate (ages 12-17): 10:30 - 11:30 am
WHERE: Shepherd's Hollow Golf Course
9085 Big Lake Rd. in Clarkston
FEE: Resident: $99 per person per session
Non-Resident: $104 per person per session
The above list is not all-inclusive. Special events, camps, programs and classes may be added, changed, or canceled at the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Department. For information on registering for any of our programs, events and camps, click here. For additional information, please contact the Parks and Recreation office.
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