Town of Orange

Pre-School and Youth Programs



This page was updated on November 30, 2011


Fall Land-based Registration Start Dates
Residents - Monday, December 12
Non-residents - Monday, December 19

February Vacation Camp
Vacation Camp is available during the Orange school vacations. Campers will participate in a
variety of activities; arts and crafts, outdoor games, swimming, ice skating (weather permitting),
gym games and field trips to area locations and activities.

Early stay, from 7:30am-9:00am, and late stay, from 4:00pm-5:30pm, is available for $6.00 per child,
per time slot.
There is NO bus transportation for the vacation camps.
Children must bring a lunch and snacks every day, unless notified by the counselors.
Campers should bring a bathing suit and towel to camp every day. Children will be tested on the first day
of camp and those that cannot swim a full length of the pool will wear lifejackets during free swim.
Campers should not bring anything of value to camp; cameras, ipods, hand-held video games, cell phones.
Orange Park and Recreation is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Campers are grouped by current grade/age.
Medications cannot be administered by Camp Staff.

THE VACATION CAMPS HAVE MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS.
PLEASE DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE IF YOUR CHILD NEEDS CAMP FOR DAYCARE.
WE CANNOT EXTEND THE MINIMUM OR MAXIMUM ALLOWANCES.

Kindergarten through 5th grade

Tuesday, February 21 - Friday, February 24
9:00am-4:00pm

$120.00 Residents / $130.00 Non-Residents

Registration begins on Tuesday, January 3rd

Pre-School Programs
Fun Sportz Lil' Sportz
Little Ninja Karate
Toddler Playgroup
Nerfkins
Storytime Creations
ZumbaTomics
Little Voices Music Together


Youth Programs
Funsportz December Holiday Multi-Sport Camp
Funsportz February Vacation Sports Spectacular
Future Stars Basketball
Future Stars Cheerleading
Karate
Drama
Floor Hockey
Guitar Lessons

Preschool Programs
Fun Sportz Lil' Sportz
Ages 3, 4 and 5
Lil' Sportz is a mix of sports for your
little athlete. All participants will
receive a t-shirt and water bottle.

Wednesdays
January 11-February 15
3:30pm-4:30pm
Activity # 416800-B
H.P.C.C. Gym
$75.00



Little Ninjas Karate
(ages 4-6) This class is for students to build confidence,
focus and discipline. Students will also increase
their coordination, strength, and flexibility while
having fun. Verbal and physical self defense skills
will be taught by professionals in a safe and fun
environment. For more information call 203-783-9768
or visit: www.superiorkarate.net

Tuesdays and Thursdays
January 3-March 1
(no class on February 21 & February 23)
Beginners
3:45pm-4:15pm
Activity # 412400-A

Advanced
4:15pm-4:45pm
Activity # 412400-B

Fridays
January 6-March 2
(no class on February 24)
4:00pm-4:30pm
H.P.C.C. Gym
(Fridays Room 15)
1 DAY $70.00
2 DAYS $120.00



Toddler Playgroup 
Ages 6 months to 4 years
The Toddler Playgroup is an unstructured play area where your little
ones can enjoy an environment made just for them. The facility features
two rooms with supplies for arts and crafts projects, imaginative play,
games, ride-on toys,fun seasonal activites and much more. There is a
child size bathroom and a changing station located in the playroom area.
This is a great way to meet other moms or dads, and for your children to
make new friends. Check it out and come sign up!

Monday-Friday
January 3-June 8
Open from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 pm
Activity # 413600-A
H.P.C.C Rooms 7 & 9

Residents
$48.00 first child
$24.00 each additional child
Non-Residents
$58.00 first child
$29.00 each additional child

Please note, on Holidays and during Vacation Camps (if any), the Toddler
Playgroup will be closed.



Nerfkins 
Ages 3 - 5 years
Parents must stay in the gym during the class. Nerfkins
is a class for your energetic three to five year olds.
Using nerfballs and other soft equipment, your child
will be introduced to sports while learning basic ball
handling skills and developing eye-hand coordination.
They will play and develop skills in basketball, soccer,
baseball and other gym games.

Wednesdays
January 11-February 29
(No class on February 22)
10:15am-11:00am
Activity # 412600-A

Thursdays
January 12–March 1
(No class on February 23)
11:00am-11:45 am
Activity # 412600-B
H.P.C.C. Gym
$25.00



Storytime Creations
Ages 3 - 5
Join us for storytime with creative arts and crafts projects or edible creations.
Each week will be a different story with a project that follows the theme of
the book. Parent participation is required for this class.

January 24-March 13
(no class on 2/21)
10:00am-10:45am
Activity # 417300-A
H.P.C.C. Room 5
$45.00



ZumbaTomics
ZumbaTomics is a scaled down version of the adult class. This fun
30 minute class is geared for ages 4-7. During the class a Zumba song
will be taught and the children will perform at the end. We will also play
games and learn some basic music education. The emphasis is fitness
through fun, building confidence and socialization.

Wednesdays
Jan 4-February 8
Lil Stars (ages 4-7)
4:00pm-4:30pm
A ctivity # 412200-A

Big Stars (ages 7-12)
4:45pm-5:15pm
Activity # 412200-B
H.P.C.C. Room 4
Karen Sim
$60.00



Little Voices Music Together
Music and movement classes for infants, toddlers,
Preschoolers and the grown-ups who love them. A
Music Together class is music learned through
developmentally appropriate activities that support
and respect the unique learning styles of young children.
It is 45 minutes of fun with your child every week. 

Ages: birth - 5 years

Tuesdays 
January 10-March 20 
(no class on February 21)
10:30am-11:15am
Activity # 412801-A  

Fridays 
January 13-March 23
(no class on February 24) 
11:00am-11:45am 
Activity # 412801-B 
H.P.C.C. Room 4

Residents of Orange $175.00 
Siblings $105.00 
Non-residents $185.00 
Siblings $115.00




Youth Programs
Funsportz December Holiday Multi-Sport Camp
Grades K-6th This four day vacation camp is a wonderful opportunity for your children to participate
in group activities, team games and basic sport exercises.

Tuesday-Friday
December 27-December 30
9:00am-12:00pm
Activity # 216801-A
H.P.C.C. Gym
$99.00



Funsportz February Vacation Sports Spectacular
Grades K-6th This five day vacation camp is a wonderful opportunity for your
children to participate in group activities, team games and basic sport exercises.

Tuesday-Friday
February 21-February 24
9:00am-12:00pm
Activity # 416801-A
Amity Middle School
$99.00



Future Stars Basketball
Grades K-4th
The Future Stars Basketball Academy is a comprehensive basketball program.
It is primarily an instructional program for children to learn the individual skills needed
to play basketball. There is also game play where the players can put those skills to use.
The “Lessons of Life” program includes sportsmanship lessons and team work skills to
make every player more complete.

Wednesdays
February 29-April 4
5:00pm-6:15pm
Activity # 410100-A
Amity Middle School Gym
$115.00



Future Stars Cheerleading
Girls 6-9 years old
The Future Stars Cheerleading program will instruct beginners in the basic moves
for cheerleading, including proper motions, jumping, fitness, stunting technique and
dance. The “Lessons of Life” program will also be incorporated in the class instruction.

Thursdays
April 5-May 24
(no class April 19 & May 10)
5:00pm-6:15pm
Activity # 410100-B
Amity Middle School Gym
$99.00



Karate 
This class is for students to build confidence,
focus and discipline. Students will also increase
their coordination, strength, and flexibility while
having fun. Verbal and physical self defense skills
will be taught by professionals in a safe and fun
environment. For more information call 203-783-9768
or visit www.superiorkarate.net 
BEGINNER KARATE
Ages 7 - Adult
Tuesdays and Thursdays
January 3-March 1
(no class on February 21 & February 23)
4:45pm - 5:30pm

Fridays
January 6-March 2
(no class on February 24)
4:30pm-5:15pm
Activity # 412400-C

ADVANCED KARATE
Ages 7 - Adult
Tuesdays and Thursdays
January 3-March 1
(no class on February 21 & February 23)
5:30pm-6:15pm

Fridays
January 6-March 2
(no class on February 24)
4:30pm-5:15pm
Activity # 412400-D

1 DAY $90.00
2 DAYS $155.00
H.P.C.C. Gym
(Fridays Room 15)

Drama
This exciting program will cover many aspects of the performing arts including
concentration exercises, imagination work, fun theatre games and improvisational
exercises. Also included will be acting terminology, voice and speech, stage skills
and more. For more Information or to register please visit: www.performingartsprograms.biz

Tuesdays
February 7-March 27
(No class on Feb. 21)
K-2nd grade-5:00pm-5:55pm
3rd-6th grade-6:00pm-6:55pm
H.P.C.C. Room #15
$100.00



Floor Hockey
Ages 6 - 11
Here's an excellent chance for your child to master
their floor hockey skills and hang out with friends.
Each class starts with some ball handling drills to
warm up the players . The players are then divided
into teams and enjoy a game with a taste of competition.

Fridays
March 2-April 27
(No class on April 6 & April 20)
Ages 6-8
4:00pm-4:45pm
Activity # 411700-A


Ages 9-11
5:00pm-5:45pm
Activity # 411700-B
H.P.C.C. Gym
$25.00

*Time is subject to change based on enrollment.



Guitar Lessons
Learn chords, scales, theory and best of all, learn to play your favorite songs.
This is an 8 week group guitar program. The one hour class will focus on
providing a high level of instruction in a fun and cooperative atmosphere. The
program is for those who have an interest in guitar and music in general. Includes
the use of a guitar during class. For more information please contact Shane O’Reilly
at (203)500-5916 or shaneguitartennis@yahoo.com.

Tuesdays
January 10-March 6
(no class on Feb. 21)
Beginners
Ages 8 - 15
4:00pm-5:00pm
Activity # 410400-A

Intermediate (level 2)
Ages 8 - 15
5:00pm-6:00pm
Activity # 410400-B
H.P.C.C. Room #2
$185.00