Youth Programs
American Sho-Ken Karate
Blue, Red, Orange
July 11 - August 1
American Sho-Ken Karate is based on the styles of Shotokan (Japanese) and Kenpo (Hawaiian) Karate. Both styles are taught to develop discipline and strength of the body, mind, and spirit in a progressive manner. This is a non‑contact karate class.
Your instructor, sensei Maria Eanes, is a 5th degree black belt. She has taught martial arts for the past ten years. She has also judged at national and world karate tournaments throughout the United States. Sensei Eanes has also spent several years as an event coordinator for mixed martial arts shows in Revere Massachusetts.
This 4-week program will meet every Thursday from 12:30 – 1:30 pm at the Middle School. This class is for students entering 1st – 3rd grade. The cost for this program is $25. Non-residents pay an additional $5.00. Please wear loose clothing.
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Green, Yellow, Purple & Rec’n Crew
July 8 – 29
American Sho-Ken Karate is based on the styles of Shotokan (Japanese) and Kenpo (Hawaiian) Karate. Both styles are taught to develop discipline and strength of the body, mind, and spirit in a progressive manner. This is a non‑contact karate class.
Your instructor, sensei Maria Eanes, is a 5th degree black belt. She has taught martial arts for the past ten years. She has also judged at national and world karate tournaments throughout the United States. Sensei Eanes has also spent several years as an event coordinator for mixed martial arts shows in Revere Massachusetts.
This 4-week program will meet every Monday from 12:30 – 1:30 pm at the Middle School. This class is for students entering 4th – 9th grade. The cost for this program is $25. Non-residents pay an additional $5.00. Please wear loose clothing.
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Register online at raymondnh.recdesk.com or in the Recreation Office.
Lyrical & Jazz
6-8 year olds
July 13 - August 17
This is such a great combination with 30 minutes of Lyrical and 30 minutes of jazz, each style will consist of warm-ups, across the floor combinations and will end with learning a dance in the center. The class is geared for learning, building self-confidence and coordination while having fun. Although lyrical is similar to Ballet it is less structured and often thought of as one of the most expressive styles of dance. During the jazz portion we will explore different styles from the more stylish Broadway Jazz to the funkier video style Jazz.
The instructor for this course is Sue White. She has been a part of the dance world for over 30 years. Her students include Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary; Modern, Musical Theater, Hip Hop, Drama, Voice and Acro.
This 6-week course will run from July 13 to August 17 for children 6-8 years old. Lyrical & Jazz will be held on Saturdays in the Café at the Raymond Middle School from 11:00 – 12:00 pm. The fee for the 6-week course is $60. Non-residents pay an additional $5. Please bring a water bottle and wear a black leotard and tan tights.
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Download a registration form or register online at raymondnh.recdesk.com
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Ballet & HipHop
3 – 5 year olds
This class gives your Dancer the best of both worlds with 30 minutes of Ballet and 30 minutes of Hip Hop. The class is designed to not only teach your Dancer basic technique but to teach them how to follow directions, take turns and work as a team. We incorporate fun activities and singing along with the grace of Ballet and the Funky moves of Hip Hop to keep your Dancer smiling.
The instructor for this course is Sue White. She has been a part of the dance world for over 30 years. Her students include Ballet, Pointe, Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, Contemporary; Modern, Musical Theater, Hip Hop, Drama, Voice and Acro.
This 6-week course will run on Saturdays from July 13 to August 17th for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Classes will be held in the Cafe at the Raymond Middle School. The Ballet and HipHop class will be held 10:00 to 11:00 am. The fee for the 6-week course is $60. Non-residents pay an additional $5. Please bring a water bottle and wear light pink leotard and light pink tights.
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Download a registration form or register online at raymondnh.recdesk.com
SAFE SITTER®
Babysitting Course
July 24th
Why is a babysitting course so important? Families in our community need responsible babysitters. These babysitters need to learn how to safely care for younger children before they offer to babysit. Safe Sitter is designed to help provide safe and secure care for young children while empowering young adolescents to become tomorrow’s workers and parents. The Babysitting Course will provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. This training will help participants to develop leadership skills; learn how to develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe, and learn about basic child care and basic first aid. Babysitting classes are offered to student’s who are age 11 and older. The instructors for this course are all SAFE SITTER® Certified.
This 6-hour Babysitting Course will be held on Wednesday, July 24th from 9:00 – 3:00 pm. A completion card is given to students who pass the verbal and hands – on sessions. The fee for this course is $55. Non-residents pay an additional $5. Class will be held at the Raymond Middle School.
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Download a registration form or register online at raymond.recdesk.com