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This page lists summer programs and activities, trips, special events and pool hours.

Forms

Registration forms will be available below each program description for a limited time prior to the start of each individual activity.  Registration forms are also available at the Parks and Recreation building and the Public Schools for a short period of time prior to the start of each activity. 

Return of Registration Forms

Any registration form which requires a payment:

  • Mail to 16 Main Street, Goffstown NH 03045,
  • Hand deliver to the Parks and Recreation building 155 So. Mast Rd
  • Call 497-3003 to schedule a time for delivery

Any registration form which DOES not require payment:

  • Same as above
  • Drop off at one of the Goffstown Schools in the Parks & Recreation folders
  • Fax form to 497-3003


Activities

Summer Playground Program:

The summer playground program is a fun filled 8 week program. Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Games, Quiet Games and various different activities are offered daily. In addition participants will swim everyday.  Weekly special events will  include tye-dye day, Summer Survivor Challenge, pickleball tournaments, dodgeball tournaments, Magician Show and Candy Bar Olympics. Weekly special events will take place on Fridays with combined activities with both Barnard & Roy Parks. This program is offered Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4pm. Participants may register week by week for the sessions they choose. The Summer Playground Program is scheduled to start on June 25th and will end on August 17th. These dates are subject to change as the school calendar changes. 

All participants who choose to register for the 2012 Summer Playground Program must fill out a 2012 registration form, 2012 health history form and an emergency release form.  All forms are available below.  Please return all completed forms with program deposit to Parks and Recreation or mail to Parks and Recreation, 16 Main Street, Goffstown NH 03045.  All completed forms must be received by the registration dedline of 5/31/12.  A $25 deposit per week  is required to secure your weekly registration with the balance due 2 weeks prior to your first registered week of camp.  Scholarships are available. 

Weekly sessions: Session I-6/25-6/29, Session II-7/2-7/6(closed 7/4), Session III-7/9-7/13, Session IV-7/16-7/20, Session V-7/23-7/27, Session VI-7/30-8/3, Session VII-8/6-8/10 & Session VIII 8/13/12-8/17/12.

Season: Summer          Fee: $60/week                             Registration Deadline: 5/31/12

Day: Monday-Friday          Time: 8:30am-4pm           Ages: 7-13

Location: Barnard and Roy Parks

2012 Summer Playground Registration Form

2012 Emergency Release Form

2012 Health Form

 

Tennis:

Tennis instruction is offered to boys and girls who want to learn more about tennis. Players will learn the rules of the game as well as racquet grip, front stroke, back stroke, and how to serve the ball. Participants will improve their tennis skill while having fun.

Season: Summer          Fee: Free                             Registration Deadline:

Day: Monday & Wednesday at Barnard Park/ Tuesday & Thursday at Roy Park

Time: Lessons will be ½ hour between 8-noon.

2012 Tennis Lesson Registration Form

 

Swimming Lessons:

Swim lessons are based on learning the fundamentals of swimming at various levels while still having fun. Group lessons are available with 5 different levels to choose from. Different skills will be introduced at various levels depending on the childs age and ability.  Class space is limited-registration is taken on a first come basis.

Swim lesson are for children ages 5-13.

Season: Summer          Fee:                 Registration Deadline:

Day: Monday-Friday Time: Varies between 8-Noon

2 Sessions: Session 1 – 7/2-7/13  / Session 2 – 7/16-7/27 

2012 Swim Lesson Registration Form

 

Hershey Track & Field:

This is a recreational track and field program for Goffstown youth. Participants are grouped by ages. Track events include running events and field events (softball throw & standing long jump). Boys and girls will participate in team practices on a regular basis, practices take place at Barnard Park. Participants work towards participation in a regional Hershey Track Meet, usually held in early July. This program is open to boys and girls between the ages of 9-14, by December 31, 2012.  All participants will need a copy of their Birth Certificates for the 1st night of practice.

Season: Summer          Fee: None        Registration Deadline:June 11, 2012

Day: Training Days -   - At Barnard Park           Time: TBA

Local Qualifying Meet: TBA - At Barnard Park -  Time TBA

Regional Meet: July 2nd, 2012 /State Meet: July 6th, 2012 - Time & location TBA

2012 Hershey Track and Field Registration Form

Golf:

Golf lessons will be offered through the Parks and Recreation Department for 4 weeks in July. Golf Lessons will be taught by varsity golf coach Jarrod Brooks assisted by Steven French. Participants will receive a 1 hour golf lesson for 3 weeks, and the 4th week will be spent out on the course with the instructors. Lessons will cover basic instruction, proper grip, swing technique and club selection. Lessons take place at Stonebridge Country Club Driving Range & Practice Green.

Season: Summer          Fee:$50           Registration Deadline: 7/1/12

Day: Mondays 9am, 10am or 11am, Tuesdays 10am, 11am or 12pm or Wednesdays 10am, 11am or 12pm          

Location: Stonebridge Country Club Driving Range & Practice Green

2012 Golf Registration Form

 

Archery: Ages 7-Adult

Dana White will be the instructor for our Archery class; Dana is a Level III Certified Instructor with the National Archery Association and has been teaching archery to all ages for over 30 years.  Classes will combine the basic skills of Archery combined with all aspects of safety and fun to make each lesson interesting.  Archery helps build attention skills, focus, respect, responsibility, self-esteem and much more.  Contact Dana White at 396-7979 for registration and current session information.

Season: Ongoing                Fee: $50/4 week session          Registration Deadline:

Day: Tuesday              Time: 5-6 & 6-7

Location: Parks and Recreation Building

Archery Registration Form

 

Coed Adult Softball:

This is a casual program that takes place on Tuesdays & Thursdays at the Louis St. Softball Field. Anyone interested in playing softball is encouraged to register and attend. Teams will be dependent on registration numbers. You can register as a team or as an individual. We look to have a minimum of 4 teams participating to have a full schedule of games. All abilities are encouraged to participate.

Season: Summer                      Fee: None        Registration Deadline: TBA

Day: Tuesday/Thursday          Time: 6pm

Location: Louis St. Softball Field
 

30+ Mens Basketball:

This is a casual pick-up program that takes place on Sundays from 6-9 pm at Mountain View Middle School. Anyone interested in playing basketball is encouraged to attend, no registration is needed. A second night of basketball is also available on Thursday evenings when the Mens Basketball League is not in session.

Season: Ongoing         Fee: None                    Registration Deadline: None

Day: Sunday          Time: 7-9pm

Location: MVMS Gym

 

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