Recreation Brochure - Town of Amherst

Adult Volleyball
Description: Indoor, pick-up style volleyball for adult
beginners ages 18 and up. Learn volleyball
rules, strategies, proper techniques, and
positioning. Daily activities may include
a short practice/skill development drill,
followed by a few friendly games. All ability
levels welcome.
Site: Clearfield Community Center - Small Gym
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 8:00p.m. - 9:30p.m.
Fee: $20.00 per session
Schedule: Session #1: December 12, 19 January 2, 9, 16,
23, 30 (no class 12/26/12)
Session #2: February 6, 13, 27 March 6, 13, 20,
27 (no class on 2/20/13 or 4/3/13)
Special Notes: Please note that this program will be closed
on major holidays and whenever schools are
closed due to weather. Because space is
limited, pre-registration is required.
Registrations will not be accepted on site.
Required
Equipment: Dry sneakers
Other
Equipment: Volleyball knee pads are recommended.
Registration: See page 20
Contact
Person: Brian Ignaszak
631-7132 ext. 7519
bignaszak@amherst.ny.us
Free Play Tennis
Description: Free Play Tennis
Site: Trailway Courts (weather permitting) or
Clearfield Community Gym - Small Gym
Days: Thursday
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 p.m
Fee: $20.00
Schedule: May 2nd to June 6th
Required
Equipment: Sneakers, Tennis Racquet, new can of tennis
balls on first day.
Special Notes: This program will be cancelled on school
holidays and inclement weather
Registration: Please see page 20
Contact
Person: Angelo Lorenzo
631-7132 ext.7517
alorenzo@amherst.ny.us
Adult Sports
www.amherst.ny.us
Special Needs
Individuals with Disabilities
Adult Program
Description: This program involves socialization, open gym,
crafts and cooking.
Site: Youth and Family Center at Northtown Center
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 6:30-9:00 pm
Cost: $20.00
Schedule: Session 1: January 8 - May 14, no program on
2/19 and 4/2.
Special Notes: There will be no program if the Williamsville
schools are closed due to weather.
Registration: Please see page 20
Contact Person: Laura Ehrenreich
631-7132 ext 7522
lmehrenreich@amherst.ny.us
Special Olympics:
Basketball/Track & Field Training
Description: Learn basic basketball skills and develop
a sense of teamwork. Practice track and field
skills such as: long jump, softball throw, and
running. (This program is designed for mentally
disabled adults ages 18 and up.) In the fall we
focus primarily on basketball skills, and in the
spring we focus primarily on track and field
events.
Site: Clearfield Community Center Small Gym
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 6:15p.m. - 7:30p.m.
Fee: $20.00 per session
Schedule: Session #1: December 12th to January 30th
(no class 12/26/12 or 1/23/13)
Session #2: February 6th to March 27th
(no class 2/20/13 or 4/3/13)
Session #3: April 10th to May 22nd
Special Notes: Please note that this program will be closed
on major holidays and whenever schools are
closed due to weather. Because space is limited,
pre-registration is required. Registrations will
not be accepted on site.
Required
Equipment: Dry Sneakers
Registration: See page 20
Contact Person: Brian Ignaszak
631-7132 ext. 7519
bignaszak@amherst.ny.us
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