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The Rec Dept is looking to fill positions for Recreation Swim Head Lifeguard, Playground leader, and Day Camp Staff. If you are over 18 yrs and interested in any of these positions, please apply at the Rec Dept. We will have job description available upon request.

Country Line Dancing   Township Municipal Building Gym
July 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug 5 and 12
Beginners Tuesdays at 6:30 to 7:30pm
Intermediates Tuesdays at 7:45 to 8:45pm 
Come and join in the fun learning to Country Line dance. It’s great exercise for the young and old. You will need to have boots or shoes that slide for this class where you will learn all the basic moves and fun dances you can do anywhere! Partners are not required and students must be 15 years of age or older to participate. Bring your dancing shoes and let’s learn to dance. 
Pre-registration is required to participate, call the Recreation Department at 909-5630.
$ 30.00 Resident Discount or $ 35.00
Instructor:

TAI-CHI
Mondays 6:00 - 8:00pm, June 2 to August 25 (no class June 23 and July 28)
This class teaches a method of movement that promotes good health, lower stress, better circulation, balance, improved joint mobility and increased strength and flexibility. It is practices slowly with precision so it can be practiced by a range of individuals. The class meets as one group for all levels. Attendees learn the forms at their own pace. First time attendees should plan on staying for one hour.
Call the Recreation Department at 909-5630 to register
Cost: $ 71 with resident discount or $76
Instructor: Andrew Baker

Tone & Trim   Outside at Adams-Ricci Park Midway Pavilion
All classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
July 22 - Aug 14 8:00 - 8:45am
July 22 - Aug 14 1:30 - 2:15pm 
or chose
May 20 - June 12 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Classes are offered separately on the following dates and do not build on one another. Pick one session.
The tone and trim program is a group exercise atmosphere without the choreography taught by Allen Urich, and instructor of Kinesiology and Health Education. This class includes resistance training and a pedometer walking program. The program will focus on total body strength development and muscular endurance. You will tone your body by using various resistance training equipment. The program will promote bone density, modification tips for weight management. Please bring your own stability ball (55 - 65cm) to class. If you don’t a ball, inquire about it at class. This class is designed for participants 18 and older.
 Pre-registration is required to participate, call the Recreation Department at 909-5630.
Cost: $60.00 resident discount or $ 65.00 

Yoga/Pilates on-the-Go!
Tuesday and Thursday  
July 8 to July 31
7:30 - 8:30pm                  West Enola Pavilion at Adams-Ricci Park
Participants are asked to bring a beach towel. The class focuses on yoga/pilates moves while walking or on the move. You may register with the register at the first class you attend. Checks made payable to:
East Pennsboro Township. No cash payments can be accepted.
$20 with resident discount or $25 .
Instructor: Lori Galluzzo

Step Aerobics 
Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 to 7:00pm  EP High School (old gym)
starting March 25 - June 5 (no class 4/22) 
 Do you want a high energy, low impact workout with stepping unto a bench with controlled upper body movements? This is it! A great way to burn fat, strengthen and tone the lower body.
(Enter building at back of high school near baseball field)
$40 with resident discount or $50.
Instructor: Bev Geiger

Recreation Swim  EP Middle School pool
Mondays from 7:00 to 8:30pm thru June 2nd
Cost: $ 1.50 for adults and $1.00 students for each session.
Open to all ages and no pre-registration needed. 
Pool will be closed March 24, April 21 and May 26 due to schedule school closings.
 This program is open to all EP Township residents to swim in the Middle School pool. One lane is keep open for adult lap swimming.
Under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times or NO ADMITTANCE    
Lifeguards on duty at all times

Adult Sand Volleyball Adams-Ricci Community Park
June 9 - August 25  6:30 - 8:30pm
Come and join in on the fun and exercise of recreational pickup volleyball. Teams will be picked each night to mix and match talent and encourage socialization. If you are interested, please pre-register with
the Recreation Department  909-5630  NO COST 18yrs and older

Adult Tennis Lessons   East Pennsboro High School courts
Beginners: July 14 - 17  5:45 - 6:45pm
Intermediate and Advanced July 14 - 17  7:00 - 8:00pm

 please pre-register with
the Recreation Department  909-5630 
Cost: $45.00 resident discount or $ 50.00

American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR Township Municipal Building Room G3
Each date is a separate course, chose one date to enroll.
July 26th         8:00 - 11:00am
Sept 13th         8:00 - 11:00am 

The American Heart Association Heartsaver course is a three hour CPR Certification that will focus adult, child and infant CPR and relief from choking for adults and infants. To receive certification from American Heart participants must complete and pass a written test and a skills test that day of the course. This class is for participants new to CPR and does not qualify for Lifeguarding professionals. This class is geared to our everyday citizens looking to be prepared in emergency situations. Included with the cost of the class is a skills book, certification card and a reminder skills card.
Cost: $45.00 resident discount or $ 55.00
Instructor: Allen Urich

Disk Golf at Ridley Park click here to view the Disk Golf Page

PROGRAMS OFFERED BY THE TOWNSHIP,
BUT NOT SCHEDULED AT THIS TIME.

Snorkeling Class
Class begins 8:00pm on January 21
EP Middle School School Pool

This class teaches beginners how to use snorkeling equipment and what to expect when going snorkeling during vacation. This is a great preparation class for traveling to the tropics. Pre-register with the Recreation Department 909-5630 one week prior to the start date of the class.
Cost: $18.00 per person

Discover Scuba Classes
January 28 or February 4
Class begins at 8:00pm in the classroom
EP Middle School School

This class provides individuals with an interest in Scuba Diving the chance to try the classroom before going through with certification. This class provides knowledge of what to expect if you are going to take a trip to a location where scuba diving is popular. Pre-register with the Recreation Department one week prior to the start date of the class.
Cost: $12.00 per person

Open Water SCUBA Diving Certification
February 25 - April 7  (no class 3/24)
EP Middle School School pool
Participants become a certified SCUBA diver complete with a certificate that will allow you to dive anywhere in the world. Certification courses are taught by P.A.D.I. Instructors from the Harrisburg SCUBA Center. Participant must be in good health, at least 12 years old, able to swim 200 yards, and must supply mask, fins and snorkel. If you don’t already own equipment, wait until after the first class. Six week class begins Feb 25th from 6:30pm - 8:30pm (classroom instruction) and 8:30pm to 10:30pm (Pool). 
Instruction is 6 weeks plus additional open water dives to become certified. Registration is required by calling the Recreation Department at 909-5630 one week prior to the start date of class.
Cost: $110 resident discount or $130

Adult Basketball League
Register your team today! The registration deadline is December 14th. Games begin January 7th at the EP Middle School Gym. Games are regularly held on Mondays and Wednesdays between 7 - 9pm. Team application forms, registration cost and rules are available at the Recreation office or by calling 909-5630.

Recertification of CPR PR/AED ONLY
Saturday February 23rd 9:00am - 12:00pm  Township Municipal Building Room G3
This class is for those individuals who have been certified to perform CPR PR/AED in emergency situations, but their certification has expired. This is a CHALLENGE style course, where students study on their own time to prepare to take the written test and perform their CPR skills for the instructor. Please be aware that changes have been made by the American Red Cross to their CPR skills, therefore it is best to purchase new books from the American Red Cross of the Susquehanna Valley.
Cost: $55 resident discount or $ 60
Instructor: James Meminger

American Red Cross Professional Lifeguard Certification
(Pre-Test) February 29th  6:00pm - 10:00pm
(Pool Training) March 1, 8, 9, 15 & 16 8:00am - 5:00pm
  East Pennsboro Middle School Pool
Learn the skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The activities prepare lifeguard candidates to recognize emergencies, respond quickly and effectively to emergencies, and prevent drowning and other incidents. The participant will also be taught First Aid and CPR. Must be 15 years of age or older, in good physical condition, able to demonstrate the ability to tread water for two minutes using legs only, swim 500 yards continuously using various strokes for a least 100 yards and submerse to a minimum depth of 7 feet, retrieve a 10 pound object and return to the surface. Students must be present at all classes to take the test. Books are included with the cost of the class. Class size is limited. Don’t wait to call.
Pre-registration is necessary. Call the Recreation Office 909-5630 at least 2 weeks in advance.
Instructor: James Meminger
Cost: $175 resident discount or $ 200

Questions about Recreation?  Call or email  Cheri Matter  Director  717-909-5630  or email recreation@eastpennsboro.net

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Weather Cancellation Policy for Township Programs
When EP Schools are closed or when students are dismissed early, all recreation programs are cancelled. 
Delays or late openings do not effect our program schedule.

You may register the first night you attend the class for Fitness and Aquatics programs.
 Checks made payable to East Pennsboro Township
No cash payments will be accepted.