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Program Guide Spring & Summer 2009 (May - August) www.colonieyouthcenter.org • 438-9596 • 867-8920

Everyone’s guide to fitness, recreation and fun

All information contained in this program guide is subject to change.

Summer Camp, activities, trips and more inside this edition…

School Age Child Care & Summer Day Camp Info. page 4

Aquatic Programs & Swim Lessons Spring session begins April 27th page 6

15th Annual Golf Classic to benefit CYC June 22nd at Wolferts Roostpage 20

Fitness Classes & Workshops – Session 1 begins May 4th. page 9

Group Trips to Broadway page 21

Summer Sports & Recreation Campspage 13

Crossings 5K ChallengeAnd Kids’ Fun Run to benefit CYC - September 27th page 22

Ultimate Road Trip To The New Yankee Stadium - August 12. page 13

Holiday ScheduleCYC & Ciccotti Center will be closed on :

Easter Sunday -April 12Memorial Day - May 25

Independence Day - July 4 Labor Day - September 7

Workout & Play All Year Long!!We have activities, classes, and

workshops for members and nonmembers; for children, individuals and seniors too!!!

Stop in for a tour.30 Aviation Road Colonie 867-8920

Look inside for... School Age Child Care • Counseling • Swimming & Lessons • Workshops & Discussions • Fitness & Athletics • Year ‘Round Recreation

Baseball, Theater

Summer CampsCheerleading

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Colonie Youth Center’sRUDY A. CICCOTTI FAMILY RECREATION CENTERLocation: 30 Aviation Road, Colonie, NY 12205 •867-8920•(Just off Wolf Road) Take Wolf Road to Metro Park Drive to Aviation Road. The Ciccotti Center is 1/8 mile on the left.Hours of Operation:The Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center is open:Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 10:00pmSaturday - Sunday, 7:00am - 9:00pmPool/Aquatics Hours: (see page 6)

CAN I BE A MEMBER ?You do not have to be a resident of the Town of Colonie to be a member of the Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Cen-ter. Everyone is invited to join the area’s most unique fitness, recreation, and aquatics center. Your membership provides you with access to all of the Center’s amenities, which include gym space, an elevated running track, and complete fitness center. Also included is the aquatics center, featuring multiple activities for adults and children alike. Start with a dip in the 25 yard lap pool, and then relax in the warm water spa. Kids will be amazed by the massive beach entry pool that incorporates a multi-loop water slide, lazy river, and splash and sprayground water features.

Membership Rates:FAMILY: $960/year or $80/monthSINGLE PARENT FAMILY: $816/year or $68/month (** NEW LEVEL **)

INDIVIDUAL: $516/year or $43/monthSENIOR COUPLE: $660/year or $55/monthSENIOR INDIVIDUAL: $444/year or $37/monthSTUDENT: $336/year or $28/monthYOUTH: $288/year or $24/month

Not yet a Ciccotti Center Member?If you are not familiar with CYC or the Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center, stop in for a tour and learn more about how we can enhance your quality of life! We invite you to purchase a trial day pass to see if it’s the place for you. Day passes are avail-able for $15 per person per day. We are confident that once you use the Center for a day, you’ll want to come back for more.

Gift Certificates Are Available for Purchase.The Colonie Youth Center and Ciccotti Center offer many pro-grams, classes and activities for children and adults. Giftcertificates in any denomination make a great gift and can be used toward the purchase of annual memberships, day passes, or any fee-based program, class or activity we offer to Ciccotti Center members and non-members. Call 867-8920 for more information.

The Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center is a project of the Colonie Youth Center (CYC), an independent not-for-profit organization. Established in 1965, CYC annually provides family counseling services, school age child care, fitness and recreation programs to 20,000 families and individuals of all ages. CYC relies in part on generous donations from individuals and busi-nesses in our community.

GENERAL CYC PROGRAM POLICIES

You may register in person at the Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Rec-reation Center or the CYC Administrative Office or by mail.Registrations are also accepted by fax or telephone if paying by credit card. All programs have minimum and maximumenrollment limits. Please register early.

Release of LiabilityAll participants must have a Release of Liability form on file prior to using the Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center or any Colonie Youth Center program. Youth under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s signature on this form. For safety, children ages 12-16 are required to have a Parental Informed Consent Form on file with the fitness department in order to use the Fitness Center under direct parental supervision.

Photo ReleaseThe Colonie Youth Center reserves the right to take and pub-lish photographs and/or video of CYC facilities, programs andparticipants for our promotional purposes.

CancellationsCYC reserves the right to cancel any program for insufficient enrollment, inclement weather, unavailability of facilities, etc.

Inclement WeatherIn the event of inclement weather, please check local televi-sion news stations or the Times Union web-site for informa-tion regarding delays or cancellations of CYC programs and/or the Ciccotti Center.

Program EligibilityEligibility for any CYC program, including membership at the Ciccotti Center, is contingent upon customer’s account being in good standing.

RefundsPartial refunds may be issued if notification of withdrawal is received in writing at least two weeks prior to the start of the program. You will be contacted regarding the refund amount, if any, you will receive.All information contained in this program guide is subject to change.

2009 Colonie Youth Center (CYC) Board of Directors

John Monteiro, PresidentF. Matthew Jackson, Vice-PresidentKevin J. Bottini, TreasurerAlan Baker, SecretaryJ. Robert Daggett II, Immediate Past PresidentJill A. August Kathryn J. BlakeMichael Brehm

John H. CannonLonnie D. ClarPatricia A. Maguire Frank Marchesini Joseph M. MetzgerLouis W. PierroDr. Mark J. Polsinello Mary Beth PurcellBrian Schneider Mary Beth Sonne

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COLONIE YOUTH CENTER, INC. (CYC)For more information visit:www.colonieyouthcenter.org or Email: [email protected]

Office Locations, Hours and Staff

Administrative Offices and Counseling Center272 Maxwell Rd.Latham, NY 12110Phone: 438-9596 * Fax: 438-9598Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am - 5:00pmNikki Caruso, Executive DirectorBarbara Boodram, Development DirectorTony Grasso, Clinical DirectorLiz Tracy, Administrative Assistant

Business Office30 Aviation RoadAlbany, NY 12205Phone: 867-8920 * Fax: 694-0704Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am - 5:00pmMarianne Nasso, HR DirectorSusan Nadeau, Director of Business and FinancePatricia Criscione, Accounts ReceivableTom DelTorto, Accounts PayableCaitlin Hindes, Cashier

School Age Child Care, Summer & Vacation Day Camp Office272 Maxwell Rd.Latham, NY 12110Phone: 438-9596 * Fax: 438-9598Office Hours: Monday through Friday 9:00am - 5:00pmApril Castle, School-Age Child Care DirectorMelissa Countermine, Assistant School-Age Child Care DirectorSheila Jordan, SACC Administrative Assistant

Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterFor membership, day pass, and program inquiries including recreation and athletics, fitness classes, aquatics and swim lessons:30 Aviation Road (Just off Wolf Road)Albany, NY 12205Phone: 867-8920 Fax: (518) 694-0704Nikki Caruso, Executive DirectorDonna Cramer-Sharer, Admin. Executive AssistantAquatics Department:Carol DiFabio, DirectorLeo McGuire, Assistant DirectorTom Miller, Assistant DirectorFitness Department:Diane Hart, DirectorJames Northrop, Assistant DirectorMember Services Department:Wendy Breen, Member Services SupervisorRecreation Department:Roger Manion, DirectorJaimee McGivern, Recreation Specialist

COUNSELING

Colonie Youth Center Counseling ProgramThe Colonie Youth Center has provided free and low cost counseling services to residents of Colonie and their families for over 20 years. The counseling staff consists of four highly qualified counselors in the areas of individual, fam-ily and group modalities.

Cory McCarthy, MS has worked in a variety of capacities since comple-tion of a master’s degree in 1993. Cory’s post degree experiences include individual, group and family counseling, design and implementation of psycho-educational curriculum, career counseling, parenting seminars and college level classroom instruction. Cory has had numerous collaborative professional relationships with Capital District schools, colleges, court systems and mental health agencies and has worked with diverse populations.

Karen Beetle, MA, NCC has a master’s degree in Counseling Psychol-ogy and is a nationally certified counselor. Karen joined CYC in 2001 as the coordinator of Double Rainbow (formerly PRISM), a psycho-educational group counseling program. Prior to working at CYC, Karen provided mediation and violence prevention services to schools, community groups and families. Her counsel or training includes expressive arts, mind body psychology and play therapy.

Paul Scott, MA has worked primarily as a counselor in private practice since 1981. The focus of his training has been in mind/body therapy. In his practice, he has done individual, group, and family therapy with particular emphasis on groups dealing with the ways in which mind/body therapy can be used to help people access and make sense of strong feelings.

Pat Gray, LMSW, has a master’s degree in social work and is a certified school social worker. She currently works as a student assistance counselor in the South Colonie School District and joined the CYC Counseling Program in Fall 2008. She has practiced social work in a variety of settings since 1983, including schools, healthcare, mental health, psychiatry and geriatrics. Her training includes individual, group and family counseling.

If you have questions, or would like to make a referral to the counseling program, please contact the intake counselor at 422-4356.

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Anger 101: Anger Management for TeensAnger is one of the most important feelings we have. We are taught how to use it inappropriately, and most of us feel that anger is either overwhelming to others or ourselves. It can be neither. Anger is a way of telling another person that you don’t like what they are doing – and that is pretty simple. The goal of the course is to hel people feel more comfortable with angry feelings.Dates: Mondays, May 4, May 18, and June 1 from 6 to 8pmGrades: 10-12Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterFee: $45 (scholarships are available)Facilitated by: Paul Scott, MATo register call the Colonie Youth Center at 438-9596.

Calling All Students: Prepare for Finals by Relaxing your Body and Mind

Learn to relax and find ease even in the middle of finals week. We will prac-tice strategies for relaxing and preventing anxiety in the face of this stressful time of year. Come prepared to relax, regroup, and gain a new perspective on how to care for yourself.

Date: Wednesday, June 3rd from 7 to 9pmGrades: 7 to 12Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterFee: $15Facilitated by Karen Beetle, LMHC

To register call the Colonie Youth Center at 438-9596.

**If you have questions about workshops or the counseling program, or would like to make a referral to the counseling program, please contact us at 422-4356.


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Important News -OPEN ENROLLMENT FOR BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL 2009!The Colonie Youth Center no longer maintains a rolling waitlist. Open enrollment for the upcoming school year, September 2009-June 2010, will begin April 13th. To ensure you receive an information packet regarding before and after school enrollment please contact 438-9596

School Age Child Care BasicsThe Colonie Youth Center’s School Age Child Care (SACC) Department operates several programs located in the North and South Colonie School Districts. The philosophy of these programs are to provide a child centered environment in which children are given the opportunity to grow, learn, so-cialize, and have fun.

The School Age Child Care Department includes Before School and After School Programs, Vacation Camp Programs, and Summer Day Camps. The Before and After School Pro-grams are registered with the NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS); the Summer Day Camps are permit-ted by the Albany County Department of Health.

The School Age Child Care staff are committed to providing quality care for your child. All staff meet the requirements setforth by the NYS Office of Children and Family Services and/or the Albany County Department of Health. School agechildcare staff are provided ongoing training throughout the year to ensure that we reach a high standard of care for your child.

Presently we offer before and after school programs at the following locations:Blue Creek Elementary SchoolBoght Hills Elementary SchoolForts Ferry Elementary SchoolLatham Ridge Elementary SchoolLoudonville Elementary SchoolMaplewood Elementary SchoolSouthgate Elementary SchoolForest Park Elementary SchoolRoessleville Elementary SchoolSaddlewood Elementary SchoolShaker Road Elementary SchoolVeeder Elementary School*Lisha Kill Middle School (After School Only)*Sand Creek Middle School (After School Only)

Availability varies by location.

If your child currently needs before and after school care please contact 438-9596 for more information.

CYC’S 2009 SUMMER DAY CAMP PROGRAMREGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 6TH Dates: Week One, Monday June 29th – Friday July 3rd (Closed Friday July 3rd)Week Two, Monday July 6th – Friday July 10th Week Three, Monday July 13th – Friday July 17th Week Four, Monday July 20th – Friday July 24th Week Five, Monday July 27th – Friday July 31st Week Six , Monday August 3rd – Friday August 7thWeek Seven, Monday August 10th – Friday August 14thWeek Eight, Monday August 17th - Friday August 21

Registration: Available in one week blocksLocation: Various schools in the Town of ColonieCost: $150.00/week North Colonie Locations, $121.00/week one $140.00/week South Colonie locations, $113.00/week one Please contact the School Age Child Care Department at 438-9596 for specific locations, openings, and to receive en-rollment information or check the CYC website.

CYC Employment OpportunitiesThe Colonie Youth Center has a variety of employment opportunities. Rewarding positions available in School Age Child Care! No nights/no weekends; great resume experience; get paid while having fun!

If these are the rewards you want from a job, then apply today to become a before and after school employee for theColonie Youth Center. We are looking for Supervisors, Coun-selors, and Assistant Counselors for the upcoming school year.If interested in a Supervisor role, you must possess two years of college with 18 credits in a child related field and have atleast one year of supervisory experience. All candidate re-quirements include some experience working with children,being fingerprinted, obtaining a physical, and being cleared through the Statewide Central Register of Child abuse andMaltreatment. For questions regarding any of these positions, please contact April Castle at 518-438-9596. An applicationmay be obtained from the CYC website or by stopping by the Maxwell Road office or the Rudy A. Ciccotti FamilyRecreation Center.

Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center EmploymentFor Ciccotti Center employment opportunities in aquat-ics, fitness and member services, please contact our human resource dept. at 867-8920.

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SPRING PRE-SCHOOL AQUATICS

Parent and TotThese parent child swim lessons are designed to teach basic water readiness and the beginning stroke technique. Through the use of songs, games and toys children will feel comfort-able in the water and learn basic water safety. Parent must participate in the water with the child.Dates: Wednesdays, 10:00-10:30amDates: Saturdays, 8:30 - 9:00am or 9:00 - 9:30amAge: 6 mos - 2 years

Super TotThese advanced parent child swim lessons will concentrate more on stroke development and less on songs and games. Parents will be learning how to teach their children how to swim. There will be the introduction of blowing bubbles and basic kicking and paddling. This is a great class for kids that want to be in our water exploration program but are not yet ready to be without mom or dad.Dates: Thursdays, 10:00 - 10:30amDates: Saturdays, 9:30 - 10:00amAge: 2 - 3 years

Water Exploration (Preschool)This program introduces children to basic water safety. Children will learn to submerge their face in the water, blow bubbles, float while supported and begin basic arm strokes. Dates: Tuesdays, 2:45-3:30pmDates: Thursdays, 1:45-2:30pmDates: Fridays, 10:00 - 10:45amDates: Saturdays, 9:00 - 9:45am or 10:00 - 10:45am or 11:00-11:45am Age: 3 - 5 years

AQUATICSat The Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterHours of operation:The Aquatic Center of the Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center operates the following hours:Monday - Friday from 5:30am to 9:00pmSaturday - Sunday from 7:30am to 8:00pm

*Activity Pool and Lazy River is closed on Saturdays from 9:00am - 12:00pm during swim lessons.

Now through June 28th: Water Features in the Activity Pool will be on:Monday - Friday from 4:15pm to 7:50pmSmall Playground Water Features - Extra HoursMondays – Friday, 10:30am to 12:00pm

June 29th through Summer:Water Features in the Activity Pool will be on:Monday - Sunday, from 12pm to 7:50pmSmall Playground Water Features - Extra HoursFriday Only, 10:30am to 12:00pm

SWIM LESSONS:Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center Fee: Ciccotti Members $50, Non-members $70Additional Cost For Private Lessons

SPRING - SESSION I is Monday, April 27th-June 13thClasses will be held once a week for seven weeks. Due to the holiday, a make up class will be scheduled.

SPRING 2009 SWIM LESSONS:

Adult Swim Lessons - Spring SessionThese swim lessons are designed for adults. Classes will run once a week for seven weeks. Participants will learn to feel safe in and around the water and begin to learn how to swim. Students enrolled in this class will learn confidence in the water, buoyancy, breathing control and treading water, and introduction to stroke techniques.Dates: Thursdays, 7:00-8:00pmDates: Saturdays, 8:00-9:00amAge: 18 years and older

Private Swim LessonsThese one-on-one lessons are for children or adults. Les-sons are set up by appointment only. You may sign up for one lesson or a block of 5 lessons. These lessons will be designed to fit the need of the swimmer. After an initial evaluation, the swimmer and instructor will determine what skills need to be covered. Please contact our Aquatic Director for more information.Dates: By appointment onlyTime: One hour in lengthAge: Open to children and adultsLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterFee: Ciccotti Members - $40 per lesson or $160 block of 5 lessons



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American Red Cross Swim LessonsThis progressive program will teach participants how to swim in a logical progression and be safe in and around the water. Classes are subject to minimum and maximum enrollment. Our Learn-To-Swim program is for swimmers ages 5 years and older. It is strongly recommended that youth have already participated in our water exploration program. In order to register for levels 2-6, parents must present their American Red Cross card proving successful completion of the previous level. Otherwise, please contact our Aquatic Department to set up an evaluation before registering your child. Classes will run once a week for seven weeks. NOTE: Monday-Friday after 4:15pm water features will be on during swim lessons.

Our American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim program is comprised of 6 levels and will cover the following skills:• Water entry and exit• Breathing control and underwater swimming• Buoyancy• Changing direction and treading water• Swimming on front, back and side • All 4 Competitive strokes• Turns• Water fitness• Water safety

Age: 5 years and older for levels 1-6Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterFee: Ciccotti Members $50, Non-members $70

Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsObjective: To help students feel comfortable in the water and learn how to safely enjoy the water. Lessons include: Basic water safety rules, using a life jacket, submerging mouth, nose and eyes, swimming on front and back using arm and leg ac-tions, exhaling underwater and floating on front and back. Dates: Mondays, 4:30 - 5:15pm Dates: Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15pmDates: Thursdays, 3:45-4:30pmDates: Fridays, 5:30 - 6:15pmDates: Saturdays, 9:00 - 9:45am, or 10:00 - 10:45am, or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic SkillsObjective: To give students success with fundamental skills. Pre-requisites include ability to fully submerge face for a minimum of 3 seconds, float on back and front with assistance, and dem-onstrate safe water/pool entries and exits. Skills introduced in-clude: Submerging entire head, front and back glides, bobbing in water, treading water using arm and leg motions, jellyfish float, swimming using combined strokes on front and back, recogniz-ing swimmers in distress and getting help.Dates: Mondays, 4:30 - 5:15pmDates: Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15pmDates: Thursdays, 3:45-4:30pm Dates: Fridays, 5:30 - 6:15pmDates: Saturdays, 9:00 - 9:45am, or 10:00 - 10:45am, or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentObjective: To build on the fundamental skills (see Level 2) through guided practice. Prerequisites include demonstrated ability to perform unsupported 5-second float or glide on front and back, and independent swimming on front and back for a minimum of 5 yards. Skills introduced include: reaching assists, swimming without assistance, front and back crawl stroke, and rotary breathing in horizontal position, butterfly kick and body motion, survival floats and retrieving underwa-ter objects. Dates: Mondays, 5:30 - 6:15pmDates: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15pmDates: Thursdays, 4:45-5:30pmDates: Fridays, 4:30 - 5:15pmDates: Saturdays, 9:00- 9:45am, or 10:00 - 10:45am, or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 4: Stroke ImprovementObjective: To develop confidence in the strokes learned and improve other aquatic skills. Prerequisites include demonstrat-ed ability to perform the crawl stroke with rhythmic breath-ing for a minimum of 15 yards, back crawl for a minimum of 15 yards. Skills introduced include: breaststroke, elementary backstroke, butterfly, scissor kick, open turn on front and back and feet-first surface dive.Dates: Mondays, 5:30 - 6:15pmDates: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15pmDates: Thursdays, 4:45-5:30pm Dates: Fridays, 4:30 - 5:15pmDates: Saturdays 10:00 to 10:45 or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 5: Stroke RefinementObjective: To provide coordination and refinement of strokes. Prerequisites include demonstrated ability to perform elementary backstroke for 15 yards, sculling on back for 1 minute, front crawl with rotary breathing for 25 yards, back crawl for 25 yards, breaststroke 15 yards, scissors kick, and treading water for 1 minute. Skills introduced include: front and backstroke flip turns, sidestroke, tuck and pike surface dive and survival swimming. Dates: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:00pmDates: Saturdays, 12:00 - 12:45pm

Level 6: Skills ProficiencyObjective: To polish strokes so students swim with more ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances. Pre-requisites include completion of Level 5. Level 6 is also de-signed to complement the advanced swimming with “tracks” or “menu” offerings. Each option focuses on preparing students to participate in more advanced Red Cross courses. Topics include Fitness Swimming and Lifeguard Readiness.Dates: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:00pmDates: Saturdays, 12:00-12:45pm



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SUMMER SWIM LESSONS - SESSION II – OPTION AThese swim lesson classes will be held Monday-Thursday for two consecutive weeks for a total of 8 classes. Registrants can select one of the following two-week blocks:Lesson Block I – June 29th - July 9thLesson Block II --July 13th - July 23rdLesson Block III -- July 27th – August 6th

Fee: Ciccotti Members $50, Non-members $70(For detailed class descriptions for each level please refer to spring session on pages 6 - 7)

PRESCHOOL AQUATICS –Option A

Water Exploration Dates: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:45am or 10:00am-10:45amAge: 3 - 5 years

YOUTH AQUATICS – Option AAmerican Red Cross Swim Lessons for levels 1-6Age: 5 years and older

Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsDates: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:45am or10:00am-10:45am

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic SkillsDates: Monday-Thursday 9:00-9:45am or 10:00-10:45am or 11:00-11:45am Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentDates: Monday-Thursday 9:00am-9:45am or 11:00am-11:45am

Level 4: Stroke ImprovementDates: Monday-Thursday 11:00-11:45am

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS - SESSION II – OPTION BThese lessons will begin the week of June 29th and end Au-gust 22nd. Option B Swim lessons will be held once a week for eight weeks. Participants will attend lessons one day per week. Due to the holiday a make up class will be scheduled.

PRESCHOOL AQUATICS –Option B

Parent and TotDates: Tuesdays, 8:30am-9:00am orDates: Saturdays, 8:30 - 9:00am or 9:00 - 9:30amAge: 6 mos - 2 years

Super TotDates: Thursdays, 8:30am-9:00am orDates: Saturdays, 9:30 - 10:00amAge: 2 - 3 years

Water Exploration (Preschool)This program introduces children to basic water safety. Children will learn to submerge their face in the water, blow bubbles, float while supported and begin basic arm strokes. Dates: Saturdays, 9:00 - 9:45am,10:00 - 10:45am or 11:00 - 11:45am Age: 3 - 5 years

YOUTH AQUATICS – Option BAmerican Red Cross Swim Lessons for levels 1-6Age: 5 years and older

Level 1: Introduction to Water SkillsDates: Mondays, 4:30-5:15pm or Dates: Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15pm orDates: Fridays, 5:30 - 6:15pm orDates: Saturdays, 9:00 - 9:45am, or 10:00 - 10:45am, or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic SkillsDates: Mondays, 4:30 - 5:15pm orDates: Wednesdays, 4:30-5:15pm orDates: Fridays, 5:30 - 6:15pm orDates: Saturdays, 9:00 - 9:45am, or 10:00 - 10:45am, or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 3: Stroke DevelopmentDates: Mondays, 5:30 - 6:15pm orDates: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15pm orDates: Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:15pm orDates: Fridays, 4:30 - 5:15pm orDates: Saturdays, 9:00- 9:45am, or 10:00 - 10:45am, or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 4: Stroke ImprovementDates: Mondays, 5:30 - 6:15pm or Dates: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15pm orDates: Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:15pm orDates: Fridays, 4:30 - 5:15pm or Dates: Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45am or 11:00 - 11:45am

Level 5: Stroke RefinementDates: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:00pm orDates: Saturdays, 12:00 - 12:45pm

Level 6: Skills ProficiencyDates: Tuesdays, 5:15-6:00pm orDates: Saturdays, 12:00-12:45pm



Water Fitness Classes Free ongoing classes for Ciccotti members.Water fitness classes are designed for those who enjoy exercising in our pools but do not want to swim laps. Our certified staff will take participants through several different routines to meet their fitness needs. Listed below are the class offerings. No advance registration is required, however classes are subject to minimum and maximum enrollments.

Water Power Fitness – A self-paced water class for those interested in core power development aerobic exercise, car-dio strengthening, interval training and FUN. Perfect workout for cross trainers. Join the group and discover the power of water. Free For Ciccotti Members.Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays, FridaysTime: 9:30 - 10:30am

Cardio Splash – Aerobic and strength exercises are the primary focus of this beginner to intermediate level class.Free For Ciccotti Members.Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays, FridaysTime: 8:30 - 9:30amDates: Tuesdays and ThursdaysTime: 6:00 - 7:00pmDates: SundaysTime: 10:00 - 11:00am

H2O Energy – This class incorporates core strength, flex-ibility, and cardiovascular endurance exercises. This beginner to intermediate class will utilize both shallow and deep water and floatation equipment. This class can be adapted to all levels. Free For Ciccotti Members.Dates: Tuesdays and ThursdaysTime: 9:00am-10:00amDates: Mondays and WednesdaysTime: 6:30 - 7:30pm

Aqua Balance/Stretch Class – This class is a non-aerobic balance and stretch class. It will include exercises that pro-mote range of motion for everyday activities. This class will be held in shallow water.Free For Ciccotti Members.Dates: Mondays and WednesdaysTime: 11:30am-12:15pm now through June 24th11:00 - 11:45 June 29 - August 3

FITNESS At the Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center

PROGRAMS AND SERVICESEquipment OrientationsThe Fitness Center offers free orientation appointments for members. During the orientation, the Staff will review the Fit-ness Center, Track and Group Fitness Studio. In addition, the staff will demonstrate all cardiovascular and strength train-ing equipment. Great for beginners or for anyone needing a refresher course!

Individual Fitness Testing with Futrex Body Composi-tion Analyzer . Would you like to see evidence that you are making improvement in your fitness level? Learn your fat to muscle ratio and hydration level utilizing state of the art near-infrared technology. Please wear a sleeveless shirt to facilitate analysis. First analysis is FREE for adult members (ages 18-80). Subsequent analyses are $15.00 per test. Appointments made in person in the Fitness Department.

Personal TrainingThe certified personal trainer will provide professional as-sistance by evaluating, designing, and monitoring a specialized exercise program for the member based on their health and fitness goals. Program fees, and appointment times are ar-ranged in advance with Director of Fitness. Please complete Personal Training Request for Trainer and Health History Forms which are available in the Fitness Department.

Adult Personal Training (16 and Over)1 session $50 2 sessions: $1006 sessions: $270 10 sessions: $400

Youth Personal Training (10 to 15 years old) NEW!!!!!!!1 Session: $302 sessions: $60 6 sessions: $18010 sessions: $300

Group Fitness ClassesAll group fitness classes are offered in two sessions. Each session is for seven weeks unless otherwise noted. Please specify which session you want when registering.

Fitness Session I is Monday, May 4th - Sunday, June 21st, 2009. Registration deadline is Sunday, May 16th, 2009

Fitness Session II is Monday, June 29th- Sunday, August 16th 2009. Registration deadline is Sunday, July 11th, 2009

*There are no classes Monday June 22nd – Sunday, June 28th, 2009.

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Please provide your own mat for all group fitness classes. The break between sessions will be utilized for makeup and sample classes.

Group Fitness Drop-In Procedure for FREE classes: 1.Stop at the front desk no more than 30 minutes prior to class to pick up a laminated number. 2.Present your number to the instructor upon entering the class. 3.Only one number allowed per member. 4.Class size is limited. Please refer to class maximum. 5.Please provide your own mat for all group fitness classes. 6.Please wear clean, dry shoes in the group fitness studio.

Free Fitness Classes (For Ciccotti members only.)They are as follows;

20-20-20 - Free with membershipA one-hour fitness experience with 20 minutes of cardio, 20 minutes of sculpting with weights and 20 minutes of abdomi-nal exercises. Class size is limited. Pick up number at the front desk prior to class.Dates: Mondays, 5:30-6:30pmDates: Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:00amAge: 16 years and older

Total Body Workout - Free with membershipThis class will challenge your entire body by combining cardio work, floor work, resistance training, and stretching. All adult fitness levels welcome. Class size is limited. Pick up number at the front desk prior to class. Dates: Tuesdays, 9:15-10:15amDates: Tuesdays, 6:45 - 7:45pmDates: Thursdays, 6:45 - 7:45pmDates: Fridays, 9:15- 10:15amAge: 16 years and olderLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center

X-Bike TM Total Body Biking - Free with membershipBring the outdoors in! This cardiovascular workout uses various performance levels and resistance on a specifically designed Trixter stationary bike. A 30+ minute ride followed by stretching. Pick up number at the front desk prior to class. Dates: Mondays, 5:30 - 6:15am, 9:15-10:00am, 6:00-6:45pmDates: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:15amDates: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15am, 9:15 - 10:00am, 6:00-6:45pmDates: Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:15am, Dates: Fridays, 5:30 - 6:15am, 9:15 - 10:00amAge: 16 years and older

Core Conditioning - Free with membershipStrengthen your core muscles utilizing a variety of exercises and equipment. Pick up number at the front desk prior to class.Dates: WednesdaysTime: 6:30 - 7:15am Age: 16 years and older

Step Aerobics - Free with membershipJoin us for a low-impact step program with strength training, abdominal, and cardiovascular components to sculpt your body. Class size is limited. Pick up number at the front desk prior to class. Dates: Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:30pmDates: Thursdays, 5:30 - 6:30pmDates: Saturdays, 8:00 - 9:00amAge: 16 years and older

YOUTH GROUP FITNESS

Youth YogaThis fitness class offers opportunities for stretching and strengthening as participants have fun exploring different aspects of music, art, storytelling, and games. Yoga helps young people to develop strong bodies, foster creativity, and increase concentration. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: ThursdaysTime: 4:00 - 5:00pmAge: 6 - 11 yearsFee: Ciccotti Members $35, Non-members $60

Youth Personal Training – see description under Personal Training on page- 9

TWEEN TO TEEN GROUP FITNESS

Competitive EdgeThis program provides a comprehensive Speed, Agility, and Strength program for athletes ages 9 and up. The sport- spe-cific training focuses on explosiveness, power, and condition-ing to prepare athletes for the upcoming season. Cardio, Flex-ibility, Agility, Speed, Strength, and Conditioning are included, utilizing all state-of-the art equipment to get the best results from the athletes. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: SaturdaysTime: 10:15-11:00amAge: 9-16 yearsFee: Ciccotti Members $70, Non-members $85

Teen Strength Training This co-ed class offers a safe and encouraging environment for youth who are interested in beginning to use weights, as well as for those who have done strength training in the past. Participants will be challenged to set their own goals while learning proper technique for using weight machines and free weights. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 6:30pmDates: Wednesdays 5:30 – 6:30pmAge: 12 - 16 years Fee: Ciccotti Members $35, Non-members $60


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Teen YogaThis class will combine ways to strengthen and lengthen the body, and stimulate the mind to be alert, creative and focused. A healthy, balanced way to function in all aspects of a teen’s life. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: TuesdaysTime: 4:00 - 5:00pmAge: 12 - 18 years Fee: Ciccotti Members $35, Non-members $60

TEEN AND ADULT FITNESS

Intro to Turbo Kick (Session I Only)No experience necessary! This multi-level cardio class will make everyone sweat. Whether you are the first time kick boxer or a hard core kicker, you will get a workout! Set to today’s hottest music, this class uses martial art moves to get your heart and body pumping. Proper form and safe kick-ing and punching will be reviewed. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: ThursdaysTime: 10:15-11:15amAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members $30, Non-Members $40

Pi-Yo (Session I Only)A mind- body class for people who need to move! This fusion class borrows from two of today’s hottest fitness disciplines Yoga and Pilates to build strong core muscles while creating a long, lean body! You will leave this class standing taller, breath-ing deeper and feeling refreshed! Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: ThursdaysTime: 9:10-10:00amAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members $30, Non-Members $40

Yoga for BeginnersLearn how to stretch and tone your body and calm your mind with breathing and Kripalu Yoga postures. Leave feeling rejuvenated and relaxed! No experience necessary. Please provide your own Yoga mat. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: Tuesdays, 12:00 - 1:00pmDates: Wednesdays, 6:00 - 7:00pm Age: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members $55, Non-members $80

Yoga for Beginners (Expanded Length)Learn how to stretch and tone your body and calm your mind with breathing and Kripalu Yoga postures. Leave feeling reju-venated and relaxed! No experience necessary. Participants will need to bring their own Yoga mat. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: Sundays, 10:00-11:30amAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members $80, Non-members $105

Yoga – ContinuationDeepen your practice with expanded class length as you continue learning Kripalu Yoga postures and breathing tech-niques. Some Yoga experience needed. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Dates: WednesdaysTime: 10:00 - 11:30amAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members $80, Non-members $105

T’ai Chi/QigongEnjoy this T’ai Chi and Qigong class. Qigong, meaning “breath work” is based on the principals of traditional Chinese medicine. Qigong utilizes the mind, body, spirit connection through specific postures and breathing techniques to help open up the energy meridians in the body. T’ai Chi/Qigong is easy to learn and is great for seniors! Pre-register at Member Services Desk. Dates: Mondays, 11:00am - 12:00pmDates: Wednesdays, 7:15 - 8:15pmDates: Thursdays, 8:00 - 9:00pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members $50, Non-members $75

FITNESS and HEALTH WORKSHOPS

All About AbsAre you ready for a workout that will show you the way to-wards building a beautiful set of abs? When your routine isn’t “cutting” it, an abs class will get your midsection strong and defined! Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Date: Monday, May 25th, 2009, 6:30-7:30pmDate: Monday, June 22nd, 2009, 6:30-7:30pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

Prep for our 5K ChallengeWant to run a 5K but just not sure how to prepare? Learn the basics of running with our 3 part prep classes designed to introduce proper techniques to prepare your body for the challenge. Learn the basics including proper footwear and breathing methods, endurance exercises, correct form and more to make the most of your running performance. Prac-tice runs will be scheduled in between our 3 part class series. Advance registration is required by June 16. Once you’ve completed our Prep series why not put all you’ve learned to good use by signing up and participating in CYC’s Crossings 5K Challenge which takes place on Sunday, September 27 right outside the Ciccotti Center. See page 5 . For more in-formation call 438-9596 or visit www.colonieyouthcenter.org.

Date:June 18, Part 1 – Balance and Core Strength ExerciseJuly 16, Part 2 – Accurate Stretching RoutinesAugust 20, Part 3 – Proper Running Form and TechniqueTime: 6:00 – 7:00pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center Ages: 16 to adultFee: Ciccotti Members Free, Non-Members $20


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Fitness and Health Workshops (Cont’d)Back to School and the EyesWhat should you be aware of when it comes to kids and the eyes? Come to this workshop to gain an understanding of the eyes, when eye protection should be used in sports and the importance of annual eye exams for every child (and adult!) Simply come for a vision screening, you will be glad you did.Date: August 22nd, 2009Time: 10:00-11:00amAge: 6 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

Balancing ActGood balance is valuable for people of all ages. Balance train-ing has become increasingly popular in a variety of sports, from skiing to golf. It can also help reduce the risk of serious falls in older adults. Balance can be improved with strength-ening, and it must be challenged with dynamic balance training activities in order for it to remain in ideal condition. Pre-regis-ter at Member Services Desk.Date: Friday, May 8th, 2009, 2:00-3:00pmDate: Friday, August 21st, 2009, 2:00-3:00pm Age: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

High Blood Pressure/Heart HealthThis workshop focuses on how your spine and spinal cord affect your blood pressure and heart. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Date: Monday, June 8th, 2009Time: 6:30-7:30pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

How Will the Government Stimulus Plan and Home Buyers’ Tax Credit Work For You This workshop will be taught by Kelly Stamas, an associate bro-ker with Realty USA and attorney George R. Slingerland of The Pasquariello Law Firm. Pre Register at Member Services Desk.Date: Thursday, May 14th, 2009Date: Tuesday, June 9th, 2009Time: 6:00-7:00pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

NutritionThis is a workshop with basic tips that anyone can do to im-prove their nutrition. Pre-register at the Member Services desk.Date: Monday, July 13th, 2009Time: 6:30-7:30pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

Peak PerformanceThis workshop is for people who want to achieve their maxi-mum health potential. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Date: Monday, August 10th, 2009Time: 6:30-7:30pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

Perimenopause and Menopause PresentationThis is a time of great physical and emotional change for most women. It is also an opportunity to develop important lasting habits that will optimize your health and well being. Learn about the physical changes that accompany Perimenopause and Menopause, as well as, strategies to make this natural transition as easy as possible. Join Dr. Nick Montalto for this very informative presentation.Date: Tuesday, May 5th, 2009Date: Thursday, June 4th, 2009Time 6:00- 7:00pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

PlyometricsLearn skills to enhance your athletic performance and receive an excellent cardiovascular workout.Get first-hand knowledge of how plyometrics can offer enhanced training possibilities and challenge your current routine. Pre-register at the Member Services desk.Date: Tuesday, May 19th, 2009, 6:30-7:30pmDate: Wednesday, July 8th, 2009, 6:30-7:30pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members FREE, Non-members $20

Sport WalkingWhat is Sport Walking? Understand the why, when you know the HOW. Learn the proper Sport Walking technique to im-prove toning and core strength. Specific walking stretches for all abilities, not just the young and flexible and proper walking shoe tips will be discussed with Don Lawrence a USA Masters Race Walk Champion.Date: May 2nd, 2009, 9:00-10:00amDate: June 10th, 2009, 6:00-7:00pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

Stretch, Flex and Relax w/ Diane HartParticipate in a low-impact session designed to improve flex-ibility and balance through a fluid combination of slow move-ments and static stretches. Learn a peaceful stress reduction routine as a way of rejuvenating the body and resting the mind. Participants are asked to wear supportive sneakers, comfortable clothes and bring a mat or towel to cushion the spine while on the floor. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Date: Thursday, June 11th, 2009Time: 6:00-7:00pmAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20

Summer Eye CareWhy should you protect your eyes during the summer? Come to this workshop to learn how to protect your eyes from common ailments that can decrease your eyesight. Learn how to protect your family, play better and safer sports and keep your eyes safe from eye injuries.Date: May 9th, 2009Time: 10:00-11:00amAge: 6 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20


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Your Best Health Ever! This is a special workshop for people who are serious about taking steps to improve their health and for those who make those steps part of their life. Pre-register at Member Services Desk.Date: Monday, May 11th, 2009Time: 6:30-7:30pAge: 16 years and olderFee: Ciccotti Members: Free, Non-Members: $20Youth Sports & Fitness (side bar for each of these pages)

SPORTS & RECREATION PROGRAMS

YOUTH SPORTS & ACTIVITY The grades listed for each program refer to the grade that your child is entering in the fall.

BUS TRIP:Ultimate Road Trip to see the Yankees PlayFor all of you baseball fans, join the Ciccotti Center as we head to the Bronx to take in a New York Yankees baseball game at the New Yankee Stadium. New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays. Price includes roundtrip transportation via deluxe motor coach. First come, first served. The bus will stop along the thruway, on the way home for dinner so please provide your child with dinner money. Date: Wednesday, August 12Time: 8:00am - 9:30pmAges: All are welcome to attend; Ciccotti Center staff will provide supervision. Fee: $65 per person (Limited seating)

BASEBALL CAMP

Boys “Turn Two” Baseball Camp & a day at Yankee Stadium- The goal of this camp is to provide excellent instruction in a positive learning environment. Campers will receive in-depth training in the fundamentals of hitting, bunting, pitching, catch-ing, fielding, and positional play. Campers can then apply skills and develop team strategy through tournament play. The camp will have access to batting cages. Age groups will practice separately on different fields, but both groups will go to the pool and the ball game together.

On Wednesday, July 22nd the entire camp will be attending the NY Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles, at the New Yankee Sta-dium, game time 1:05pm. The bus will leave from the camp site at 7:30am and return to Camp by 9:00pm. All campers will be required to bring a bag lunch and an extra snack for the trip. We will stop on our way home to have dinner, so please send extra money with your child.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday campers are required to bring their own glove, hat, sneakers/cleats, swimsuit, towel, and lunch. Please dress according to the weather.

8:30am to 9:00am Drop-off9:00 m to 12:30pm Instruction12:30pm to 1:15pm Lunch 1:15pm to 3:30pm Colonie Town Pool3:30pm to 4:00pm Summary of morning instruction4:00pm to 4:30pm Pick-up at Cook Park

Division I: Grades 3rd - 5th (Limited to 20 participants)Division II: Grades 6th - 8th (Limited to 20 participants)Dates: Monday - Friday, July 20 – July 24 Times: 8:30am - 4:30amLocation: Colonie Little League FacilityFee: $160 Instructor: Hudson Valley Baseball Coaches and players.

SOFTBALL CAMP

Girls “Grip it and Rip it” Softball Camp The goal of this camp is to provide excellent instruction in a positive learning environment. Campers will receive train-ing in the fundamentals of hitting, bunting, pitching, catching, fielding, and positional play. Campers can then apply skills and develop team strategy through tournament play.

Campers are required to bring their own glove, hat, sneakers/cleats, and snack. Please dress according to the weather.

Division I: Grades 3rd – 5th Division II: Grades 6th - 8th Dates: Monday - Friday, July 6 - 10 Times: 8:30am – 11:30amLocation: West Albany Softball Fields Fee: $80 (all participants will receive a camp T-shirt)Instructor: Patrick Blum, Nicki Welch, Jessica Reinhardt and Bill Sickles

CHEERLEADING CAMP

Cheerleading CampThe philosophy of this camp is to enhance cheerleading skills through instruction, videotapes, and demonstrations. Learn sideline routines, athletic jumps, building skills, as well as self-confidence, cooperation and discipline. Campers are required to bring a swimsuit, towel, lunch and a water jug.

8:30am to 9:00am Drop-off9:00am to 12:30pm Instruction12:30pm to 1:15pm Lunch and games1:15pm to 4:00pm Colonie Town Pool4:00pm to 4:30pm Pick-up at Sand Creek Middle School

Division I: 1st - 4th gradeDivision II: 5th - 8th gradeDates: Monday - Friday, July 13 - 17Times: 8:30am - 4:30pmLocation: Sand Creek Middle SchoolFee: $130 Instructor: Linda Kennedy, South Colonie School District Cheerleading Coordinator and other high school coaches and cheerleaders.


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Co-ed “Future Stars” Basketball CampThis camp will emphasize basic fundamentals through drills, demonstrations and instructional videos, scrimmages, and daily contests. Campers will receive a basketball. Campers are required to bring sneakers, snack and lunch.

Dates: Monday - Friday, August 10 - 14Times: 8:30am - 4:30pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center Grades: 3rd - 8th Co-ed Cost: Ciccotti members $110 (Space Limited), Non-members $130 Instructor: Andre Cook, Hudson Valley Community College Head Coach 8:30am to 9:00am Drop-off9:00 m to 12:00pm Instruction (stations)12:00pm to 12:30pm Lunch 12:30pm to 1:00pm Free Time in Gym1:00pm to 3:00pm Team Games 3:30pm to 4:00pm Pick-up at Rudy Ciccotti Center

“Little Dunks” Basketball CampYou’re never too young to start an NBA career. The “Little Dunks” basketball camp will emphasize basic fundamentals through drills, demonstrations and fun activities. Campers will have a snack time, so please provide them with a snack. All campers will receive a basketball.

Dates: Monday - Friday, June 29 - July 3 Times: 9:00am - 12:00pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: K – 2nd Co-ed Fee: Ciccotti members $50, Non-members $70Instructor: Matt Botta, Colonie Central High School Head JV Coach.

“Shooting for Gold” Summer Basketball LeaguesImprove your basketball skills by playing in our seven-week summer recreational basketball league. Play for the Lakers or the Heat and have fun in the process. League format will consist of one game per night and every player will receive a team T-shirt. Space is limited.

Volunteer coaches are welcome and needed for this program. If you are interested, please contact Roger Manion at 867-8920 ext 224.

Draft Dates: Monday, June 22Draft Times: 7:00 - 8:30pmGame Dates: Mondays, July 6 - August 24 (No games 7/27)Game Times: 7:00 - 8:30pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center Grades: 3rd - 4th Boys (grade entering) Fee: Ciccotti members $50, Non-members $70

Draft Dates: Monday, June 22Draft Times: 6:00 - 7:00pmGame Dates: Mondays, July 6 - August 24 (No games 7/27)Game Times: 6:00 - 7:00 pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: 3rd - 4th Girls (grade entering) Fee: Ciccotti members $50, Non-members $70

Draft Dates: Tuesday, June 23Draft Times: 6:00 - 7:30pmGame Dates: Tuesdays, July 7 - August 25 (No games 7/28)Game Times: 6:00 - 8:00 pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: 5th - 6th Boys (grade entering) Fee: Ciccotti members $50, Non-members $70 Draft Dates: Wednesday, June 24Draft Times: 6:00 - 7:30pmGame Dates: Wednesdays, July 8 - August 26 (No games 7/29)Game Times: 6:00 - 8:00pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: 7th - 9th Boys (grade entering) Fee: Ciccotti members $50, Non-members $70

Draft Dates: Thursday, June 25Draft Times: 6:00 - 7:30pmGame Dates: Thursdays, July 9 - August 27 (No games 7/30)Game Times: 6:00 - 8:00pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: 5th - 7th Girls (grade entering) Fee: Ciccotti members $50, Non-members $70

CROSS COUNTRY

“Go the Distance” Cross Country CampRunners will welcome each morning with a warm-up and stretch. The camp will cover a different topic each day includ-ing proper stretching, nutrition, proper footwear and training methods.

Dates: Monday - Friday, August 10 - 14Times: 9:00am - 10:15amLocation: Crossing of Colonie (Meet in the Ciccotti Center parking lot)Grades: 5th - 12th Fee: $15Instructor: Frank Myers and Mary Ann Johnson.

Pacers Club This program is for those that love to run and socialize and want to stay fit. Every Monday and Wednesday join your fellow members for a morning of relaxed exercise as we run through the beautiful Colonie Crossings. Start with a warm-up and then decide between 2 miles, 3 miles or 5 miles of running. Meet back at the Ciccotti Center for a cool down.

Dates: Monday and Wednesday, May 18 - September 23Times: 5:30 - 6:00 pmLocation: Crossing of Colonie (Meet in the Ciccotti Center parking lot)Grades: 4th - Up Fee: Free for Ciccotti membersInstructor: Roger Manion



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Boot Camp“Drop and give me 20” This program will motivate you to get into shape, staff will push you to your limit. The program of-fers stretching and conditioning through stations; drills such as push-ups, sit-ups, jump rope, wall sits, suicides, form running, walking through the crossings and stop at different spots to do a particular exercise. This class is designed for members 12 and up.

Dates: Tuesday and Thursdays, May 19 – July 23Times: 5:30 – 6:15 p.m.Ages: 12 and up (Limited participants)Cost: Free for Members (Must pre-register required, limited space) $20 Non-MembersLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center Instructor: Roger Manion and Jaimee McGivern

FOOTBALL

Boys “First & Goal” Full-Contact Football Camp Get a jump start on the season! This instructional-based full-contact camp will focus on the fundamentals of offensive and defensive play. Offensive and defensive line skills will include stance, technique, and assignments. Offensive perimeter play-ers will focus on developing throwing, catching, and option skills. Defensive perimeter players will learn stance, alignment, and pursuit angles. Helmet, shoulder pads, and mouthpieces are provided by Shaker High School. This camp will be held rain or shine, we have the use of SHS gym if required.

Dates: Monday - Friday, August 3 - 7 Times: 5:00 - 7:30pmLocation: Shaker High School (Football Field)Grades: 8th - 12th Fee: $80 Instructor: Dennis Bender, Head Varsity Football Coach at Shaker High School; Jim Berti, Mike Grimes and other local coaches

Boys “Third & Inches” Instructional Football Camp This instruction-based camp will focus on the fundamentals of offensive and defensive play. Offensive and defensive line skills will include stance, technique, and assignments. Offensive perimeter players will focus on developing throwing, catch-ing, and option skills. Defensive perimeter players will learn stance, alignment, and pursuit angles. This is a non-contact camp and will be held rain or shine, we have the use of SHS gym.

Dates: Monday - Friday, July 27 – July 31 Times: 9:00am - 12:00pmLocation: Shaker Junior High School (Fields behind school)Grades 3rd - 7th Fee: $80 (fee includes pizza and soda the last day of camp)Instructor: Shaker High School Football coaches and other local coaches

GENERAL SPORTS

All Sports Day CampNo arts, no crafts, no cooking - JUST SPORTS! Try your hand at a variety of sports in our All Sports Day Camp designed for the athletic, sports-loving kid.

The goal of the Colonie Youth Center All Sports Camp is to provide children in grades 5th - 8th with a healthy, safe envi-ronment where they will receive instruction as well as have fun playing various sports such as basketball, baseball, soccer, lacrosse, football, kickball, tennis, and much more in a camp setting. The camp provides instruction through drills, lectures, demonstrations, and videos. There will also be daily scrim-mages and contests. The itinerary will also include swimming Monday - Thursday at Town of Colonie Pool. Upon registration you will receive a more detailed sports camp application including a medical form, camp policies and procedures manual, and a camp activities calendar. The calendar will give you a daily schedule, field trip departure and return times, and what your child needs to bring to camp. Camp will operate rain or shine.

Dates: Monday - Friday, August 17 - 21 Field Trip: Great Escape Amusement Park on Thursday 8/20 (Rain date 8/21) Times: 8:00am - 5:30pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center Grades: 5th - 8th (Limited Space)Fee: $160

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Colonie Youth Center and Noel Gebauer, Town of Colonie Head Golf Professional and 2003 NENYPGA “Teacher of the year” and Assistant Golf Professional Matt Bogdanowicz, are pleased to offer a variety of new and improved golf clinics and programs. All clinics and programs will be held at the Town of Colonie Golf Course. Please note that the clinics are se-quential – participants must successfully complete a beginner clinic prior to taking an intermediate, and so on. Class size for clinics will be at least four students and no more than ten. This guarantees individual attention for each student. Fees include all expenses including instructor fees, prizes, refreshments, range balls and club rental if needed.


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Golf - Cont’dPee Wee “Starter” ClinicsThese clinics will be two 1 hour sessions introducing juniors to the basic principals of the golf swing and short game with an emphasis on fun, entertaining contests, and activities. Juniors will also be introduced to basic golf procedures and rules.

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, May 30 & 31Times: 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: Town of Colonie Golf CourseAges: 5 - 8Fee: $30

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, July 11 & 12 Times: 10:00am to 11:00amLocation: Town of Colonie Golf CourseAges: 5 - 8Fee: $30

Young Golfers ClinicsThese clinics will be two 2 hour sessions for golfers who are ages 13 - 16 who are looking for a basic introduction into golf. These sessions will cover golf swing, short game, rules, and “on the course” etiquette training. Contests and prizes are part of the fun.

Dates: Tuesday & Wednesday June 30 & July 1Times: 10:00am - 12:00pmLocation: Town of Colonie Golf CourseAges: 13 - 16Fee: $50

Dates: Tuesday & Wednesday July 21 & 22Times: 10:00am - 12:00pmLocation: Town of Colonie Golf CourseAges: 13 - 16Fee: $50

Intermediate Golf ClinicsThese clinics will be two 1.5 hour sessions for junior golfers from the ages of 9 - 12. Age appropriate instruction on the golf swing, short game, rules, and golf course procedures will be covered. Fun contests and prizes are included.

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, June 13 & 14Times: 10:30am - 12:00pmLocation: Town of Colonie Golf CourseAges: 9 - 12 Fee: $40

Dates: Saturday & Sunday, July 18 & 19 Times: 10:30am - 12:00pmLocation: Town of Colonie Golf CourseAges: 9 - 12Fee: $40

Advanced Junior Players Golf ClinicsThese sessions will be three 2 hour sessions covering ad-vanced aspects of the golf swing, short game, course manage-ment, tournament golf and practice procedures. This clinic is for junior golfers ages 13 - 17 that play often and currently play, or aspire to play competitively at the high school and col-lege level. Juniors will receive video swing analysis, equipment evaluation, and prizes based on fun skill competitions.

Dates: Fridays, July 17, 24, 31 Times: 10:00am - 12:00pmLocation: Town of Colonie Golf CourseAges: 13 - 17 Fee: $65

LACROSSE

“Shoot & Score” Girls Lacrosse CampParticipants will have the opportunity to enhance their skill development through tactical and technical sessions. They will learn passing, catching, scooping, goal keeping as well as offen-sive and defensive strategies. Campers are required to bring a lacrosse stick, goggles, mouth guard, sneakers and cleats, swimsuit, towel, lunch and a water jug. Campers will receive a lacrosse t-shirt. Dress according to the weather.

8:30am to 9:00am Drop-off9:00am to 12:30pm Instruction12:30pm to 1:15pm Lunch 1:15pm to 4:00pm Colonie Town Pool4:00pm to 4:30pm Pick-up back @ camp

Division I: 3rd - 6th gradeDivision II: 7th - 8th gradeDivision III: 9th - 12th grade

Dates: Monday - Friday, July 27- 31 Times: 8:30am - 4:30pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center (outdoor fields)Fee: $130 Instructor: Leslie Carroll, Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach at Shaker High School

Boys “Face Dodge” Lacrosse CampParticipants will have the opportunity to enhance skill devel-opment through tactical and technical sessions, learn passing, catching, scooping, the transition game, as well as offensive and defensive strategies. All campers will attend the Town of Colonie Pool Monday through Friday during the week, weather permitting. Campers are required to bring a lacrosse stick, helmet, gloves, arm pads, shoulder pads, sneakers and cleats. A swimsuit and towel will be required everyday, depending on the weather. Campers are also required to bring a lunch and water jug. Campers will receive a reversible jersey. Please dress accord-ing to the weather.



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Division I: 3rd - 5th gradeDivision II: 6th - 8th gradeDates: Monday - Friday, July 27- 31 Times: 8:30am - 4:30pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center (outdoor fields)Fee: $130 Instructor: Roger Manion, Head Lacrosse Coach @ Hudson Valley Community College and other coaches and players, TBA

Boys “Fast Break” Lacrosse Camp *New This new camp will expose campers to the basics of lacrosse. Through fun drills and demonstrations the campers will learn skills such as passing, catching, scooping, shooting, dodging and many other areas associated with lacrosse. Campers are required to bring a lacrosse stick, helmet, gloves, arm pads, and shoulder pads. Campers will receive a reversible jersey. *Some equipment will be available.

Dates: Monday - Friday, July 13 - 17Times: 9:00am - 12:00pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: K – 2ndFee: $80Instructor: Roger Manion, Head Lacrosse Coach @ Hudson Valley Community College and other coaches and players, TBA

RACQUET SPORTS

Co-ed Tennis CampsTwo one week sessions are being offered for students enter-ing 5th through 12th grade. Participants will receive daily instruction and drills in all of the major strokes including backhand, forehand, volley, and serving. Matches will be played to enhance skill development. Campers are required to bring their own tennis racquet, tennis sneakers, hat, water and a snack. Each session is limited to 15 participants.

Beginner Tennis Dates: Monday - Friday, July 6 - 10Times: 8:30 - 11:00amLocation: Colonie Central High School Tennis CourtsGrades: 5th - 12th Fee: $80Instructor: Matt Botta, Colonie High School Junior Varsity Tennis Coach Intermediate Tennis Dates: Monday - Friday, July 13 - 17Times: 8:30 - 11:00amLocation: Colonie Central High School Tennis CourtsGrades: 5th - 12th Fee: $80Instructor: Matt Botta, Colonie High School Junior Varsity Tennis Coach

SOCCER

Co-ed Soccer Camp *New This new camp will expose campers to the basics of soccer. Through fun drills and demonstrations the campers will learn skills such as passing, dribbling, shooting,

Dates: Monday - Friday, July 20 - 24Times: 9:00am - 12:00pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: K – 2ndFee: $80Instructor: Jaimee McGivern

VOLLEYBALL

Co-ed “Set & Spike” Volleyball CampThrough tactical and technical sessions, participants will learn how to bump, set, block, serve, and spike. Team play including 6-0, 4-2, 6-2 offenses. Campers are required to bring volley-ball kneepads, a snack, beverage and a water jug. A great way to get a jump on the fall volleyball season.

Dates: Monday - Friday, August 3 – 7 Times: 9:00am - 12:00pm Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: 7th - 12th Fee: $100Instructor: JB Northup, Shaker High School Varsity Volleyball coach.

YOUTH PERFORMING ARTS & CULTURE

Food:Around The World in Five DaysBack by popular demand. Bring your appetite! Students will be instructed on proper preparation and presentation of a variety of international food groups such as African, Middle Eastern, Italian, and European Cuisine. They will learn not only about the foods from these countries, but also about the culture, traditions, and customs.

Dates: Monday - Friday, June 29 – July 3Times: 9:00am - 1:00pmLocation: Shaker High School (Home and Careers room)Grades: 5th - 8th Fee: $130 Instructor: Denise Bessey, Shaker High School Teacher

Be Your Own ChefLearn how to make a breakfast, lunch and dinner to serve to your family, or to prepare foryourself. We will make such things as Fettuccine Alfredo, Chocolate Mousse, and Quiche.You will learn how to prepare food from the different food groups and even make an apron tobring home.


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Dates: Monday - Friday, August 17 – 21Times: 9:00am - 1:00pmLocation: Shaker High School (Home and Careers room)Grades: 5th - 8th Fee: $130 Instructor: Denise Bessey, Shaker High School Teacher

TECHNOLOGY

Computer Learning/Technology Education – Summer ProgramThis one day a week summer program for young minds will enhance their creative abilities while exploring new tech-nologies to create unique projects. Below is a week by week course outline of what the children will experience:Digital Camera Class – Children will learn the basics of to use a digital camera. They will take photographs and use the computer to add special effects to the pictures.We Can Make Our Own Book! – Children will use Story-book Weaver to create and print a 5-7 page story.T-Shirt Making – The children will create and print a t-shirt design and the instructor will iron it onto the child’s shirt.Let’s Make a Greeting Card – We will create, customize and print our own special cards for family or a special friend. The children will also make a special decorative envelope.Digital Arts & Crafts – The children will use special com-puter software to create and print a craft of their choice.Digital Microscope – Explore our world! We will look at slides under the microscope which is also displayed on the computer screen. Children are encouraged to bring in their own samples to view…bugs, worms, hair, anything! Digital Video Camera – Children will learn how to use a digital video camera and film each other and their surround-ings. We will use special editing software to enhance the videos and then the children will all receive copies of the CD to keep.Who will be the next American Idol? – The children will perform their favorite song while the instructor uses a digital video camera to record their music video. The children will receive a copy of their video to keep and share with everyone.

Dates: Monday’s July 6 – August 24Time: 9:00am – 10:00am*Additional times may be offered if this time slot is at its maximum.*Ages: 3 – 8 yearsLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterFee: $100 (includes all materials) *Pre-Registration is required, registration deadline is July 1*

ART:KidzArt Summer Camp: – Zoofari (Animals with an attitude from a different latitude!)Grab your jungle hats, we’re going on safari! Check out all kinds of cool creatures and the places they live. Learn how to draw some of your favorite animals – anyone can be an art-ist! Try some bold patterns, colors and crazy animal designs. Packed with 2-D and 3-D projects too!At KidzArt Camp, your child’s self-expression and self-esteem will soar! This summer, give your child the opportunity to learn drawing skills that will last a lifetime through fun art exercises and techniques that anyone can follow.

This Camp is held in a supportive and non-competitive atmo-sphere, complete with soothing music that allows each partici-pant to feel relaxed, and ready to create. KidzArt Camp is not just for “artistic”children, so even a child that’s never taken an art class before will be creating works of art by the end of the program. Each student at the KidzArt Camp will have access to the highest quality, professional art materials. Each camp will be taught by talented and certified instructors. Students will be encouraged to experiment with a wide variety of me-diums, including three-dimensional sculpture, unique surfaces and more. Students at KidzArt Camp will walk away with a lot more than just an appreciation of art; they will learn how to overcome obstacles, how to focus their attention through guided exercises and how to use their creative muscle.

Creating masterpieces makes for hungry artists...please have child bring a sack lunch.

This one week Camp will be offered three times throughout the summer, so choose the week that works best for you.

**Camp minimum is 10 with a maximum of 30. Camps with less than 10 registrants will be offered space in another camp if available.

Week 1 Dates: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, June 29 – July 3Times: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Week 2 Dates: Monday – Friday, July 27 – 31Times: 9:00 am to 12:00 noon (please provide a snack for your child)

Week 3 Dates: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, August 31 – Sept 4Times: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterGrades: K – 8Cost: $125/ week (Ciccotti members) $145/ week (Non-members)Fee includes all artists’ quality materials


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Wanted: 3rd - 5th Grade Art Explorers!Seeking young, motivated, and enthusiastic students who have lots of creative energy! Using a variety of materials, students will explore and create multicultural art. “Aboriginal Animals of Australia” and Africa Asimevo Designs will be a few of the project themes. Time permitting, explorers will “travel” to Egypt and construct a 3-D modern day pharaoh head dress. Students will also learn about famous masters such as Picasso, Monet and Miro, and learn how their art styles were inspired by a variety of cultures. Students are required to bring a snack and a smock to protect their clothing.

Dates: Monday - Friday, July 6 - 10Times: 9:00am - 11:30amLocation: Sand Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 3rd – 5th (Limited to 15 students)Fee: $ 100 (includes program supplies)Instructor: Lisa Letourneau, K-12 Art Teacher

Wanted: 6th - 8th Grade Art Explorers!Students will explore the exciting world of Pop Art – focus-ing on movements in modern art using methods, styles, and themes of popular culture. Students will make their own creative, bold and intriguing art using styles set forth by fa-mous artists such as Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, and Keith Haring. A few projects will involve painting expressive self portraits and producing prints from a glue relief technique. Inspiration will include comic strips, popular foods, and brand name packaging – allowing students to truly make their art pop!! Students are required to bring a snack and a smock to protect their clothing.

Dates: Monday - Friday, July 13-17Times: 9:00am - 11:30amLocation: Sand Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6th – 8th (Limited to 15 students) Fee: $ 100 (includes program supplies)Instructor: Lisa Letourneau, K-12 Art Teacher

THEATRE

ONSTAGE – LIVE! presents Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLAGrades 5-9If you like to sing, dance and act or would like to try, come be a part of this timeless and magical musical fairy tale. Origi-nally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. As adapted for the stage, with great warmth and more than a touch of hilarity, the hearts of children and adults alike still soar when the slipper fits. We will produce this musical IN JUST TWO WEEKS! A variety of principal, supporting and chorus roles are available. Roles will be assigned by the second day of camp. No experience necessary but enthusiasm is a must! Performance will be held Thursday, July 30th at 7:00 p.m. Put a little drama in your summer! (Limited to 40 participants)

Dates: Monday, July 20 – Friday, July 31Times: 9:00 am – 3:00 pmLocation: Sand Creek Middle School ForumPerformance: Thursday, July 30 at 7:00 pm Instructor: DeLynn Scaringe Wickham, Sand Creek Middle School Drama Teacher

Cost: $300

Circus Theatrics 2nd - 8th gradesStep right up! Come join the fun. Seano’s back for a 5th year of circus magic, with all the gizmos, gags, gadgets, giggles, and guffaws! Run away and learn the skills of juggling, clowning, balance, and more. The highlight of this program is the kid’s performance on the final day of camp. Limited spots are avail-able, so please do not wait sign up today.

Dates: Monday - Friday, August 17 - 29 Times: 9:00am - 3:00pmLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center (Gymnasium) Instructor: Sean Fagan, Former clown with Ringling Bros., Barnum & Bailey CircusFee: $375 (for one week $200)

Let’s Put on a Show! Ages 5-9It’s SHOWTIME! Come have a blast singing and dancing as we prepare the show, “Bugs”. Not only will we be learning how to act, sing, and sound DRAMATIC, we will have fun mak-ing sets and costumes. On the final class day, we will perform for our friends, family, and local seniors. After the show, we will celebrate our accomplishments with some tasty treats

Dates: Monday – Friday, July 13 – 17 Time: 9:00 - 11:30amLocation: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterFee: Ciccotti members $60, Non-members $80Instructor: Christina Beauregard, Creative Kid’s instructor

MUSIC

Music with Margie! Ages 18mos. to 5yrs.Come experience the joy of music with your child. We will sing and dance together, explore musical instruments, listen to stories, play with scarves, hoops, balls and puppets.

Session IDate: Tuesday’s June 2, 9, 16 & 23

Session IIDate: Tuesday’s June 30, July 7, 14 & 21

Time: 9:45a.m. – 10:30a.m. Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterCost: $40.00 per Session per familyInstructor: Margie Schwartz

WOODWORKING

“Tool Time” Carpentry Camp - 7th to 12th GradesEric “Tool Time” Phillips is back for another year of this popu-lar woodworking program. Break out the hammers and nails! Learn the basics of building while constructing. This camp provides the perfect opportunity to work with other young people in order to produce various projects such as Adiron-dack chairs and other creative products.

Dates: Monday - Friday, August 3 - 7Times: 9:00am - 4:00pmLocation: Shaker High School (Tech Room)Instructor: Eric Phillips, Shaker High School Technology TeacherFee: $200




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GENERAL RECREATIONTrips To broadway:

Little Mermaid on BroadwayJoin us for an afternoon in New York City! Have lunch in Times Square, and then enjoy a matinee performance of the hit Broadway show, Little Mermaid. Price includes round-trip transportation via deluxe motor coach. First come, first served. Seats are limited.

Date: Wednesday, August 5Time: 7:30am - 11:00pmGrades: 4th - 12th, parents/families are welcome Fee: $110 per person

Jersey Boys on BroadwayJoin us for an afternoon in New York City! Have lunch in Times Square, and then enjoy the music and songs from Frankie Valle and the Four Seasons in a matinee performance of the hit Broadway show, Jersey Boys. Price includes round-trip transportation via deluxe motor coach. First come, first served. Seats are limited. This show is for adults and families however, due to the language and subject matter of this musical we require parental supervision for children 13 and under.

Date: Wednesday, August 26Time: 7:30am - 11:00pm Fee: $110 per person

Kids Night Out This program provides a great opportunity for children to have fun in a supervised setting at the Rudy A Ciccotti Family Recreation Center. Activities include games, stories, movies, swimming, and snacks for children. Please bring your children dressed ready to swim. Please notify staff on duty if a flota-tion device is needed for swimming. Pre-registration is re-quired by that Thursday the day before the program. Payment is non-refundable, non-transferable, and due at the time of registration. Registrations and payments will be col-lected at the Ciccotti front desk. This program requires a minimum of 10 children to operate.

Dates: Fridays, June 12, July 17, & August 21Times: 5:00 - 8:45pm Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterAges: 4 - 12 years (limited participation)Fee: Ciccotti members $20, Non-members $25 (discount for more than one child from a family)

Summer Fun and Games(Ciccotti Center Members-Only Program)Parents continue your workouts over the summer as the Ciccotti Center offers supervised games and activities. Board games, arts and crafts, sports games such as kickball, dodge ball, capture the flag, relays and many others fun filled activi-ties over the summer months.

Dates: Monday – Friday, June 29 - August 21Times: 9:00am - 1:00pm Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation Center (Gymna-sium)Ages: 5 - 12 years (Ciccotti Center Members-Only Program)Fee: Ciccotti Members FREE

ADULT PROGRAMS

Lunch Time HoopsHey guys, every Monday – Friday play pick-up basketball from 12:00 to 1:00 with your fellow Ciccotti members. You must be 18 years old to participate. Rules for playing and getting on a team are posted in the gym. This program is for Ciccotti members only or guests of a Ciccotti member.

Men’s Summer Basketball League

Big East DivisionDates: Sundays, June 14, - August 23, 2009Times: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterDivision I: ages: 18 and upFee: Per Player $60 Games are held @ 3pm, 4pm, 5pm, 6pm

ACC DivisionDates: Sundays, June 14, - August 23, 2009Times: 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Location: Rudy A. Ciccotti Family Recreation CenterDivision II: ages 30 and upFee: Per Player $60 Games are held @ 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm

The league consists of an eight game regular season sched-ule. There will be a season ending playoff, culminating in a championship game for each division. Certified referees are scheduled for each game as well as one scorekeeper. Partici-pants will receive a game shirt. Designate one individual to represent your team as your team captain, who will collect all registration forms and payments and will submit everything at one time. Single players wishing to participate without a team can contact Roger Manion at 867-8920 ext 224 about signing up as a free agent and we will do our best to assign you to a team.




• Spring & Summer 2009CYC Program Guide • 23Registration Form (please print clearly)Class spaces are limited. Please register in advance.

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REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS: PARTICIPANT RELEASE OF LIABILITY. READ BEFORE SIGNING.Participant Name ___________________________________________________________________________________In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in the program, related events and activities, I, the undersigned,acknowledge, appreciate and agree that:1. The risk of injury from the activities involved in this program is significant, including the potential for permanent paralysis and death and while particular rules, equipment and personal discipline may reduce this risk, the risk of serious injury does exist and,2. I KNOWLINGLY AND FREELY ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS, both known and unknown, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES or others and assumes full responsibility for my participation; and,3. I willingly agree to comply with the stated and customary terms and conditions for participation. If however I observe any unusual significant hazard during my presence or participation, I will remove myself from participation and bring such to the attention of the nearest official immediately and,4. I, for myself and on behalf of my heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin, HEREBY RELEASE, INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS THE Colonie Youth Center, their officers, officials, agents and/or employees, other participants, sponsoring agencies, sponsors, advertisers and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event (RELEASEES), WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH, or loss or damage to person or property. WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law.5. I grant full permission to any and all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, videotapes, recordings or any other record of this event for any purpose including commercial use.

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FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF PARTICPANT OF MINOR AGE: (UNDER AGE 18 AT TIME OF REGISTRATION)This is to certify that I, as parent/guardian with legal responsibility for this participant, do consent and agree to his/her releaseas provided above of all the Releasees, and, for myself, my heirs, assigns and next of kin, I release and agree to indemnify andhold harmless the Releasees from any and all liability incidents to my minor child�s involvement or participation in theseprograms as provided above, EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES, to the fullest extentpermitted by law.____________________________________ ________________ ____________________________*Parent Signature Date Emergency Phone # (s)



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Help Us Reach Our GoalCYC Annual AppealFor you. For your children.For your grandchildren.

Please give to the Colonie Youth Center Annual Appeal.

Help CYC continue to provide all children, families, and individuals with the variety of school age child care, recreation, counseling, and fitness opportunities our community has come to trust and depend on. Support CYC as we continue serving to enhance quality of life for you, your children and your grandchildren.

The CYC Staff together with our Board of Directors and families we serve thank all that have already given and hope that you will join them in making your contribution to this year’s Annual Appeal.Sincerely,

Nikki Caruso, Executive DirectorColonie Youth Center, Inc.

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