Sunrise Yoga
Enjoy this invigorating yoga class outdoors at Red Rocks Beach. Classes will include body warming exercises as well as core and flexibility work. Come prepared with layered breathable clothing. A water bottle and Yoga mat are a must! This Yoga workout is suitable for all fitness levels.  An indoor location will be used if inclement weather.

Saturday Mornings  8:30-9:30am  May 31- June 28
$45 Res., $50 Non-Res. #155005 Red Rocks Beach
Instructor: Carol Bennet, Certified Personal Trainer  

Adult Fly Fishing Workshop
This is an introductory workshop of the basic fly fishing equipment and techniques for the novice who is looking to learn this sport.  It is being offered by the Central Vermont Trout Unlimited Chapter.  The class is limited in number to ensure quality instruction. The fee includes a one-year membership to Trout Unlimited. Classes will include; introduction to fly fishing and the equipment involved, stream biology, fly-casting instruction and practice, fly selection and knot tying.  All equipment will be provided.

Ages 16 & older Wednesday Evenings May 28, June 4 & 11
6:30-8:30pm $35 Res., $40 Non-Res. #153010
Instructor: D. Baker & Trout Unlimited Chamberlin

Adult Kayak Clinics
Have your ever wondered what kayaking was all about?  Is so, join us for one or both of these great clinics.  They will include a basic lesson and the opportunity to practice and play on the water. We use single and tandem recreational kayaks. You will learn the basics of paddling and boat control and will come away with a new appreciation of playing on the water. Sign up for one or both. Pre-registration is required. Couples/singles are welcome.

Friday Evenings 6:00-8:00pm Red Rocks
$10 Res., $15 Non Res. Per person, per session Instructor: Rec Staff
June 20 Clinic- #157010 July 18 Clinic- #157011  

Tennis for Adults

Tennis Clinic
We offer Adult Tennis Instruction for the Beginner/Advanced Beginner Player.  The classes are group lessons and are structured to provide plenty of time for instruction, practice and skill development.  The lessons are two nights per week for six weeks and are held at the Community Tennis Courts at the High School.

Tuesday & Thursdays June 24- July 31 5:45-6:45pm
Instructor: Sue Vaughn $35 Res., $40 Non Res.  #153005

Play Tennis Program
Have you done the lesson thing?  Are you looking to play and perfect your game strategy?  If so, join this new tennis program for adults that allows you to play under the instruction of our tennis director and learn how to perfect your game play, while playing. 
Play Tennis is held two nights per week for six weeks at the Community Tennis Courts at the High School.

Tuesday & Thursdays June 24- July 31 6:45-7:45pm
Instructor: Sue Vaughn $35 Res., $40 Non-Res. #153006

Watercolor Painting for Adults

Watercolor Basics & More!
Whether you have some experience with watercolor painting or you have never painted before, there will be something for everyone in this fun, informative, and supportive class.  There will be demonstrations, discussions and painting time at each class.  Kits for this class can be purchased at the Black Horse Art Supply, 1179 Williston Rd. (next to the Frame Game). A $5 materials fee for additional supplies is payable to the instructor at the first class.

Mondays & Thursdays May 19- June 9  6:15-8:45pm
$75 Res., $80 Non-Res. #152000 S.B.H.S.
Instructor: Lynn Cummings  Materials Fee; $5  

Watercolor Painting- Flowers
Have fun learning to paint flowers outdoors in this 2 class workshop. We’ll try various traditional and experimental methods to paint fresh, vibrant flowers. Prerequisite: students need to have some experience painting with watercolors, as we will not be covering the basics of watercolor methods and materials in this class. Please bring lunch, drinks and sunscreen to class. Materials list will be provided.

Saturdays June 21 & 28 10:00am-4:00pm
$65 Res., $70 Non-Res. #152001 Dorset Park
Instructor: Lynn Cummings    

Golf for Adults

Beg./Adv. Beg. Golf Instruction
PGA Golf Professional, Barry Churchill will show you all aspects of the game, allowing you to feel comfortable while playing.  This class is designed for the beginner and advanced beginner. After learning the grip, aiming, and stance, you will learn the fundamentals of getting the ball airborne and controlling direction. The principals of pitching, chipping, and putting will be covered as well as basic rules and etiquette.  The program is adult group golf instruction.  Equipment  is available at no extra charge. Players purchase their own range balls.

Wednesday Evenings June 4, 11 & 18 5:30-7:30pm
$72 Res., $77 Non-Res. #153000 Cedar Knoll Golf Course
Instructor: Barry Churchill   Materials Fee:  $6 per class

Advanced Golf Instruction
Do you want to perfect your golf game?  Join PGA Professional, Lou Jarvis for this 5 week program providing you with swing analysis, bunker play, uneven lies, course management, specialty shots, rules and club selection.  This is a great program for the advanced golfer looking to improve.

Tuesday Evenings June 3- July 1 6:00-7:15pm
$108 Res., $113 Non-Res. #153001 Catamount Golf Course
Instructor: Lou Jarvis    

Kayak Club
Are you looking to meet new friends, get out on the lake and kayak, or just learn about kayaking?  The Kayak Club is for paddlers who enjoy kayaking, fresh air, a bit of exercise, and good camaraderie.  Members will initially be required to participate in a kayak clinic.  Kayaks may be reserved by members of the club at Red Rocks Beach throughout the summer months, mid-June through mid-August.  A specific schedule of dates & times, mainly on weekday evenings and weekends will be available for reservations.  There will be a membership fee of $35 charged which will include a punch pass for the season.  An organizational meeting is scheduled for June 4th at 6:00pm at the Municipal Office Building.  If you are interested, pre-registration is required by calling the Recreation Office at 846-4108.


Naturalist Outings

Paddling Ecology
Get out on Lake Champlain and explore the natural history and ecosystems of this sixth “Great Lake”.  We will use recreational kayaks to learn first hand about the ecology, geology, and wonderful diversity of plants and animals.  The coves, shorelines, and wetlands of Shelburne Bay and the LaPlatte River will be our destination on this adventure.  Basic paddling experience is required.  Kayaks and transportation are provided.  Come prepared to get your feet wet!

Friday Evening  June 6  5:30 – 8:00 pm
$24 Res., $32 Non-Res. #157000 Meet at City Hall 
Instructor: Paul Brown- Naturalist    

Nature Hike – Mount Mansfield
Join us for this trek with an experienced naturalist to the top of Vermont.  Enjoy the amazing views from the summit ridge, and learn about its diversity of plants, animals, and insects. Discover many of the arctic-alpine plants that survive on the summit, some of which are relics from the last Ice Age.  This is a moderately strenuous 7 mile round trip on the Sunset Ridge Trail.  Get out and enjoy some of the Vermont summer and experience one of the finest mountain walks in all of New England.  Transportation is provided.  Great photo opportunities, bring a camera.

Saturday  June 21   8:30am – 4:30 pm
$32 Res., $40 Non-Res. #157001 Meet at City Hall 
Instructor: Paul Brown- Naturalist    

Wild Flowers & Edible Plants
Wander through the wilds of South Burlington and discover the great variety of edible plants that exist in our very midst.  With a naturalist, you will learn how to identify many common and some not so common plants, trees, and flowers, plus find out some of their uses as food sources.  Come out for a summer walk and sample some of what nature’s kitchen has to offer.

Saturday Morning   July 12 9:00–11:00 am
$12 Res., $20 Non-Res. #157002 Dorset Park Natural Area  
Instructor: Paul Brown- Naturalist    

Champlain Valley Recreation Association

Check out what’s being offered for adult programs in
communities around Chittenden County.

Visit the New CVRA Website at www.cvravt.com
Register with the Rec. Dept offering the Program

 

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