RECREATION
Sports and other Activities for Active Adults and Teens. See each Event for appropriate age and skill levels.
RECREATIONAL VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball is fun, great exercise, and a terrific way to meet people! For beginners and those with some experience, this co-ed class will consist of basic skills, moves and rules of the game. Registration is limited to 16. Twelve 2-hour sessions.
Fee: $95 Members; $100 Non members
It is essential that you register through the Barrington Learning Center office before the beginning of class! All registrations are accepted on a first-come first - served basis.
Walk-ins accepted on a night by night basis. At the time of approval, registration must be paid online only. Cost: $15 per night.
Wednesdays 7:00 to 9:00 PM Watch for Start Date and Final Schedule
-Still Time to Register: Starting Date Delayed -Waiting for Equipment Delivery Wednesday, Begins September 11 (no classes September 25, October 9 & November 27th). Ends December 18th. 7:00 - 9:00 PM.
Barrington Middle School Gym, Bruce Mason Coach
YEUNG STYLE TAI CHI
Tai Chi is one of the original Chinese mar¬tial Arts. The Yeung Style (from the Yeung Family of Yeung Cheng Po) is practiced to¬day throughout the world as an exercise that cultivates mental as well as physical wellbe¬ing. Its slow fluid movements and emphasis on relaxation and internal softening make it an ideal exercise for people of all ages. Our instructor, Bob McManus (Provtaichi.com), has been a student and teacher of the Yeung style of Tai Chi for over 30 years. He has gone to Hong Kong eight times where he studies with the Yeung family to deepen his understanding of this ancient and effective martial art and health system. Eight 1-hour sessions.
FEE: $92 Members/ $102 Non-Members
Monday mornings, beginning October 21, 9:00-10:00AM
( No Class November 11, 2019)
St. James Lutheran Church, 49 Middle Highway, Barrington
Bob McManus, Instructor
YOGA Monday Afternoon: Yoga helps stretch and strengthen the muscles of the whole body, releases chronic tension and stress, and increases self-awareness. There is an emphasis on breath, relaxation, and self-acceptance. Regular practice supports mental clarity and confidence, encourages self-empowerment and invites deep peace. For experienced practitioners or beginners. Classes will meet at Temple Habonim, 165 New Meadow Road, Barrington. Eight 1 and 1/2 hour classes. Minimum 7 students for this class.
Fee: $105 Members; $115 Non Members;
Monday afternoon beginning November 18, 4:00 - 5:30 pm
With Holiday brakes:
Ellen Lara, Certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor
This Yoga class is open to ages 13 and older.
* See separate listing for Tuesday morning class
YOGA: Tuesday Morning
Yoga helps stretch and strengthen the muscles of the whole body, releases chronic tension and stress, and increases self-awareness. There is an emphasis on breath, relaxation, and self-acceptance. Regular practice supports mental clarity and confidence, encourages self-empowerment and invites deep peace. For experienced practitioners or beginners. Classes will meet at Temple Habonim, 165 New Meadow Road, Barrington. Eight 1 and 1/2 hour classes. Minimum 7 students for this class.
Tuesday mornings beginning November 19th, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
With Holiday brakes
* See separate listing for Monday afternoon classes
Monday mornings, beginning January 6, 2020 9:00-10:00AM
( No Class January 20, 2020 - February 17, 2020 )
For beginners and more experienced players alike, this co-ed class welcomes all skill levels. The play is spirited, but the emphasis is on fun and exercise, and not the final score. Individual instruction is available on request. Registration is limited to 15. Twelve 2-hour sessions.
Wednesdays 7:00 to 9:00 PM
WINTER PICKLEBALL 101: Pickleball is a court sport played on a badminton-sized court. It is played with a perforated plastic ball similar to a whiffle ball and composite or wooden paddles about twice the size of ping-pong paddles. It is played on a court that is about 1/3 the size of a normal tennis court. The USA Pickleball Association currently estimates there are over 2 million people actively playing pickleball in America. Many children and teenagers play it in physical education classes in middle and high schools. Seniors enjoy it as well. The Barrington Recreation Department will hold 3 Pickleball 101 courses over the Fall, Winter and Spring. Each class is limited to 16 people. Once you gain some experience, stay on Thursday nights for open play in the Barrington Middle School Gym. Taught by Cliff Teixeira from Bristol. Cliff is a USAPA Ambassador and has been teaching Pickleball in Barrington for the past year. He was instrumental in initiating Pickleball nights at the Kent Street Courts. This program is open to Middle School age, High School age and Adults.
Winter Pickleball 101: Thursdays, January 9, 16, 23, 30th and February 6th; 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Followed by open play 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm Fee: $50 Members; $60 Non Member
This Pickleball program is open to ages 13 and older.
For Fall and Spring Pickleball 101, see separate listings.
SPRING PICKLEBALL 101: Pickleball is a court sport played on a badminton-sized court. It is played with a perforated plastic ball similar to a whiffle ball and composite or wooden paddles about twice the size of ping-pong paddles. It is played on a court that is about 1/3 the size of a normal tennis court. The USA Pickleball Association currently estimates there are over 2 million people actively playing pickleball in America. Many children and teenagers play it in physical education classes in middle and high schools. Seniors enjoy it as well. The Barrington Recreation Department will hold 3 Pickleball 101 courses over the Fall, Winter and Spring. Each class is limited to 16 people. Once you gain some experience, stay on Thursday nights for open play in the Barrington Middle School Gym. Taught by Cliff Teixeira from Bristol. Cliff is a USAPA Ambassador and has been teaching Pickleball in Barrington for the past year. He was instrumental in initiating Pickleball nights at the Kent Street Courts. This program is open to Middle School age, High School age and Adults.
Spring Pickleball 101: April 23, 30th, May 7, 14 and 21st; 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Followed by open play 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm Fee: $50 Members; $60 Non Members
For Fall and Winter Pickleball 101, see separate listings.
Barrington Learning Center Town of Barrington283 County Road, Barrington, RI 02806401-247-1900 X 381Email: recreation@barrington.ri.gov
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