Kids/Youth Activities
Kids/Youth Activities
Youth Running Club
The participants will meet once a week, approximately one hour. This program is designed for both girls and boys ages 8 - 12 years old. The group will be led by Garden Spot's cross country coach, Brent Watkins, through various running routes depending on individual abilities. Starting September 13th, the club will be held at Garden Spot athletic fields. Initially, we'll meet at the softball field. If there is bad weather, refer back to this page for any notifications if the club is to meet inside NHRC's indoor track.
Kids will be taught proper running form, develop cardiovascular fitness and have fun with various drills and activities. Parents are invited to attend but not necessary. Each new club member will receive a tech-shirt!
Please register at the front desk. There is a max of 15 participants!
New Club Members: NHRC Member rate: $25, Non-member rate: $30
Returning Club Members: NHRC Member rate: $10, Non-member rate: $15
Contact Brent at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with any questions!
1st day of the club is Monday, September 13 at 6pm!
WE WILL MEET AT GARDEN SPOT'S SOFTBALL FIELD. REFER BACK HERE IF THERE IS BAD WEATHER AND THE CLUB IS MOVED TO NHRC's INDOOR TRACK.
Grandparents Day
Grandparents Day is Sunday, September 12. Facility hours are 12-5pm. All members are invited to join us at New Holland Recreation Center for fun and games with your grandchild or with your grandparent for free. Your grandparent/grandchild does not have to be members to participate.
- 1:00-3:30pm Craft activities in the multipurpose room
- 1:15pm Noodle races in the pool
- 1:45pm Obstacle course in the Gym
- 2:15pm Tube races in the pool
- 2:45pm Assorted contests in the Gym
- 3:15pm Kickboard wheelbarrow races in the pool
- 3:45pm Peanut/Candy scramble wrap up in the Gym
Kids Gym
A gym class that will use playing and pretending to help children develop spatial and body awareness, music, rhythm, coordination, and gross motor skills. This program is for children who are 3 to 5 years old the day of the start of program. Parents, use YOUR punch card! Maximum of 10 participants.
Date: Tuesdays starting September 14th
Time: 9:15-10:00am
Location: Gymnasium
Kid Fit
This is a great class to get your kids moving! Children will be guided by a fitness trainer who will help them understand the importance and benefits of fitness. Classes will be a blend of track workouts, plyometrics, kick boxing, and a variety of games and sports. This program is for children 7 to 12 years old. Parents, use YOUR punch card! Maximum of 15 participants.
Date: Wednesdays starting September 15th
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Location: Gymnasium
Teen CSN
Specifically designed for teenagers, this class combines the three components of cardio, strength training, and nutrition to promote overall health and wellness in a fun, energizing class!
Date: Wednesdays starting September 15th
Time: 3:00-4:00pm
Location: Aerobics Room
Elementary Run For Fitness
All Elanco students ages K-6th are invited to compete in this local meet
Date/Time: September 22 beginning at 6pm
Where: Blue Ball Elementary School
Prizes: Top five in each race will receive a place ribbon; all others will receive a participation ribbon. All participants will receive a t-shirt! This event is FREE and sponsored by the Garden Spot Cross Country Booster Club!
The top 5 girls and the top 5 boys in each grade are eligible to participate in the Elementary CC Run Championship later in the fall. K and 1st grade run ¼ mile, 2nd-6th grades run ½ mile.
Questions directed to Brent at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Homeschoolers Soccer
Come out with other homeschoolers to play soccer Mondays starting September 20th for ages 8-12. Footwork, speed drills, endurance, positioning, soccer skills and fundamentals will be worked on with game play each week. All experience levels welcome.
Dates: Session 1 September 20th- October 25th
Session 2 November 1st –December 13th (note: no class will be held November 22nd)
Time 10:15-11:15am
Cost: $25 ($5 multiple child discount)
Location: Gymnasium
Preschool Soccer
Give your little ones a sampling of soccer before team play begins. Participants, ages 4-6 will get an introduction to the game through warm up games, coordination activities and soccer drills. Must be potty trained.
Dates: Session 1 September 20th- October 25th
Session 2 November 1st –December 13th (note: no class will be held November 22nd)
Time: 11:30-12:15pm
Cost: $20 Member
Location: Gymnasium
Gym and Swim
Homeschoolers, this is a great way to meet your physical education requirement. This class will offer a combination of sports games in the gym, health class- focusing on nutrition and exercise, and swimming skills. Two classes will run opposite of each other, one for older children and one for younger children. This program is scheduled to run Tuesday OR Thursday afternoons for a 6 week session. You may sign up for one or two days a week. Class size is limited to 20ish, depending on family numbers. We like to at least 10 participants per age group. AGES: 1st grade or age 6 to 8th grade. No exceptions this year. Children 5 and under are not age appropriate for Gym & Swim.
Dates: Session 1 Tuesdays, Sept. 21st-Oct 26th OR Session 1 Thursdays, Sept. 23rd -Oct. 28th
Session 2 Tuesdays, Nov.2-Dec.14 OR Session 2 Thursdays Nov. 4- Dec 16
(Note: No classes the week of Thanksgiving, Tuesday or Thursday).
Time: 1:30-3pm
Cost: $45 per family (3 children) extra children in the family $3 each
Location: Gymnasium/pool
Tot Open Gym
Release your tot (ages 2 to 5) into the gymnasium where equipment is ready to play with! Supervised by the NHRC staff, unstructured play time gives them a chance to use their imagination, problem solve, work on intrapersonal skills and burn energy. Parental supervision optional.
Date: Fridays September 24th- December 17th
Time: 9-10:30am
Cost: $2 Member, $3 Nonmember per child/day
Family Fun Night
Come out the rec for a night of family fun after the rec center closes. Pool, game room, gymnasium and walking track will be open. Light refreshments also available for purchase.
Date: Saturday October 2nd
Time: 6-9pm
Cost: $3pp, $12/family
WGAL Channel 8 Football Friday
Come out and enjoy the best party of the month after the Garden Spot vs Lampeter Strasburg football game! We will be joined by WGAL Channel 8 news as they provide post game coverage.
Date: October 15th
Time: After Garden Spot Football Game.
Price: Free
Children’s Indoor Tennis Clinics
Dates: Tuesdays: November 2, 9, 16, and 23rd
Time: Preschool clinic (3-4 year olds): 4:30-5:15pm
Junior clinic (5-7 year olds): 5:30-6:30pm
Junior clinic (8-10 year olds): 6:30-7:30pm
Cost: $35.00 Members/ $40.00 Nonmembers (Pre-pay registration at the front desk)
Location: NHRC gymnasium
Bring your own racquet
Schools Out Rec In
Are your kids off from school? Send them to the Rec Center! We will be having kids time on certain holidays and in-service days during the 2010 school year. Make sure they come dressed to swim and play in the gym! This program is for children K-5th grade. Pre-register one week ahead!
Dates: 12/27, 12/29.
Time: noon to 4pm.
Cost: $15 Member/ $18 Nonmember per child per day
Youth Pay to Play
Various gym activities for ages 8-13 supervised by NHRC staff.
Dates: Monday, December 27th and Wednesday, December 29th
Time: 1-3pm.
Cost: $2 Member, $3 Nonmember per day
