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Activities for Kids

BABYSITTER'S TRAINING TENNIS
FENCING TOUCH A TRUCK
PARENT & TOT PLAYGROUP UMPIRE TRAINING
SUMMER CAMP YOUTH SPORTS CLINIC SCHEDULE
TAEKWONDO YOUTH SPORTS - ALL DESCRIPTIONS



Babysitters Training Course
Instructor: American Red Cross
This course is ideal for current and future sitters – teaching them the best ways to be safe and keep children in their safe care. It is taught by the American Red Cross. Babysitter’s Training has been reviewed and supported by the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs and 4-H. It includes:
  • Leadership and caregiving skills

  • Safety skills to prevent emergencies

  • Managing real-life problems and emergencies

  • Tips on finding babysitting jobs
  • Class takes place in a fun, interactive environment. It is an esteem-building education that young sitters will use throughout their lives. Babysitter’s Handbook, Briefcase and Red Cross Certificate are included.

    Please bring lunch and a facecloth. This class is for Beverly residents ONLY.

    DATE & TIME: Sat. Mar. 15    9:00AM-3:00PM    COST: $75
    LOCATION: GAR Hall (8 Dane St., Beverly)


    Fencing
    Instructors: 3MB Fencing Club
    Join us for this exciting sport, one of the fastest growing in the world! Young people and adults are fascinated by the movements and excitement of fencing and are eager to find a place that they can go to learn this original, modern sport. Fencing develops physical fitness, the ability to develop strategy, concentration as well as camaraderie and respect. Participants of all ages will be working together! IT'S FUN, IT'S FAST, IT'S AN OLYMPIC SPORT!   Ages 8 - Adult. 8 classes.

    3MB Fencing Club stands for 3 Mullarkey Brothers, Jack, Ed and Jim. They began fencing in 1963 and have won many events including the New England Interscholastic Championships, North Atlantic Sectional Championships and the USA National Championships. They owe their success to excellent coaching and utilize their training as their model.

    DATE & TIME: Wed. Feb. 27-Apr. 16
    Beginners: 7:00-8:00PM    Intermediate: 8:00-9:00PM

    COST: $125    LOCATION: Waring School


    Parent & Tot Playgroup
    NEW at Lynch Park!!

    Experience the Parent & Tot Surf, Sand & Saltwater Playgroup this summer along the beautiful banks of Lynch Park, with a skilled Playgroup Facilitator and American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard. Enjoy wading in the water, crafts, songs and free play with your child in an informal group setting. Great way for parents and kids to all interact and socialize. Ages range from birth to 5 years. (Parents are responsible for supervising their own children during the session.)

    Tell a friend, help us spread the word!

    DATE & TIME: Tuesdays, June 3 - August 5    9:00-10:30AM
    COST: $60 for one child   $30 for each additional child
    LOCATION: Lynch Park

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    Taekwondo
    TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE SPECIAL 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PRICES!
    Instructor: Master D.W. Kim
    Through Taekwondo, children build self-confidence and body awareness while gaining strength, focus and discipline. Master Kim will help them experience the thrill of teamwork and the give and take of leadership and support. This class is held in collaboration with the U.S. Taekwondo Center of Beverly. For children ages 6-14. 8 classes.
    $45 fee for Taekwondo uniform and belt.

    DATE & TIME: Thurs. Feb. 28-Apr. 17    5:50-6:35PM
    COST: $45    COURSE #: 431824
    LOCATION: U.S. Taekwondo Center (149 Cabot St., Beverly)


    Touch A Truck!
    Join us for trucks, trucks, trucks!

    Get up close and personal with some of our favorite “big rigs”! If you’re a truck lover young or old, know a truck lover or just want to have a great afternoon, come out and interact with a wide variety of trucks, construction vehicles, public safety vehicles and more! The Beverly Masons will be there, offering their CHIP (Child Identification) program, free of charge. Whatever you do... don’t forget the camera!

    Co-Sponsored by the Beverly DPW & Cummings Center

    DATE & TIME: Sun. May 18    10:00AM - 1:00PM
    LOCATION: Cummings Center    COST: FREE!


    Youth Umpire Training
    Instructor: Bruce Doig
    Learn the basics of umpiring necessary to umpire Little League and Girls Softball games. This is a way to earn money doing something you enjoy. Open to any boy or girl who will 13 years old by April 1, 2008. Training will include fundamental rules of the game, on-field situations and umpiring mechanics for youth games. All participants will receive rulebooks to study.

    Bruce Doig has been training and assigning umpires for Beverly Little League for eight years and is also involved in Girls Softball. These leagues are always looking for new umpires to get involved. For motivated umpires, there are many opportunities to work games.

    DATE & TIME: Mon. Apr. 7 & 14    7:00-8:30PM    COST: $25
    LOCATION: Sr. Ctr.    COURSE #: 190650A

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