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Summer Programs
Summer programs are typically held through June / July / August each year, although some programs or program sessions may vary, starting earlier or running later in the season.
We are always looking for new programming ideas and suggestions! If you have an idea for a new Dover Parks and Recreation program, or have ideas/ input on how to improve existing programs, please e-mail our Assistant Director, Nicole DiCicco.
- Golf Clinics
- Golf Lessons
- Hikes+Crafts
- Pop-Up Playdate
- Summer Club
- Tennis Clinics (6 and under)
- Tennis Clinics (7 and above)
- Tennis Lessons
TRY GOLF YOUTH PROGRAM
This fun-based introduction to golf is targeted at new, junior golfers and will consist of 4, 60-minute lessons covering basic rules and swing fundamentals as well as fun games to learn the game, including on-course best ball mini tournaments and plenty of practice time to build confidence in the skills practiced.
Session includes use of practice facilities, range balls, green fees and all equipment.
Ages: 5 – 12 years old
SESSION 1: Monday, June 21 – Thursday, June 24
- (rain date: Friday, 6/25)
SESSION 2: Monday, August 16 – Thursday, August 19
- (rain date: Friday, 8/20)
Times: 9:00 – 10:00am
Location: Maplegate Country Club (Bellingham)
Led by: Maplegate Pros’ Greg Dowdell, PGA & Kevin Weldon, USGTF
Cost: $110/ participant/ 4-day session
JUNIOR GOLF ACADEMY
This program is targeted for serious junior golfers of varying levels looking to take their game further and will cover rules and etiquette, the pre-shot routine, full swing and short game.
Time will be shared between the practice area and the golf course with each session including a personalized V1 video swing analysis, daily on-course completion, use of practice facilities, range balls, all equipment, green fees and lunch daily.
Ages: 9 – 17 years old
SESSION 1: Monday, June 21 – Thursday, June 24
- (rain date: Friday, 6/25)
SESSION 2: Monday, August 9 – Thursday, August 12
- (rain date: Friday, 8/3)
SESSION 3: Monday, August 16 – Thursday, August 19
- (rain date: Friday, 8/20)
SESSION 4: Monday, August 23 – Thursday, August26
- (rain date: Friday, 8/27)
Times: 11:00am – 4:00pm
Location: Maplegate Country Club (Bellingham)
Led by: Maplegate Pros’ Greg Dowdell, PGA & Kevin Weldon, USGTF
Cost: $375/ participant/ 4-day session
PRE K GOLF LESSONS
This fun-based program will get your little one used to the golf course and will include two, 60-minute sessions where we will cover basic introduction to the game of golf and introduce swing fundamentals.
Plastic golf clubs and balls will be used, which students will keep after the session ends in order to continue practicing and building a love for the game!
Monday, June 7 & Monday, June 14
Ages: 3 & 4 year olds
Time: 10:00 - 11:00am
Location: Maplegate Country Club, Bellingham
Instructors: Maplegate Pros' Greg Dowdell, PGA & Kevin Weldon, USGTF
Cost: $40/2-week session
YOUTH GOLF LESSONS
This program is targeted for junior golfers of all ability levels and will cover rules and etiquette, the pre-shot routine, full swing and short game.
Time will be shared between the practice area and the golf course with each session including use of practice facilities, range balls, all equipment and any green fees.
Monday, June 7 - Thursday, June 10
Ages: 9 - 14 year olds
Time: 3:00 - 5:00pm
Location: Maplegate Country Club, Bellingham
Instructors: Maplegate Pros' Greg Dowdell, PGA & Kevin Weldon, USGTF
Cost: $190/4-day session
HIKES & CRAFTS
Each week we will explore our surroundings at a different, beautiful, Town-owned property. On each trail we will learn about the land, plants and animals that surround us, then we will hold a creative activity that will incorporate the great outdoors with your own imagination!
JUNE SESSION
- Wednesdays, June 2 - June 23, 2021
AUGUST SESSION
- Wednesdays, August 4 - August 25, 2021
We will always do all we can to hold class each week, please always check the weather in order to dress accordingly for the afternoon and not the purported season!
Ages: 6 – 12 years old
Time: 3:00 – 4:15pm
Locations: T.B.D.
Led by: Nicole, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation
Cost: $50/ 4-week session
*NEW* Pop-Up Playdate
This is not your average after-school sports event!
Each FREE, Pop-Up Playdate will use an array of high quality, unique play equipment to provide unexpected and wildly fun games... A round of Capture the Flag gets crazy when we add a giant six-foot inflatable tube! Gaga and Poison ball are given themes, then get mixed with Olympics and Survivor! Everyone will be challenged, learn new skills and have a blast at Pop-Up Playdate!
*Proper clothing and sneakers are required.*
AFTERSCHOOL POP-UP: Friday 6/4/2021 , 2:30 - 3:30pm
EARLY RELEASE POP-UP: Wednesday 6/16/2021 , 12:30 - 1:30pm
Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade
Led by: DoverRec Summer Club Counselors and Knucklebones staff
Location: Chickering Playing Fields
Cost: FREE!
(but pre-registration is REQUIRED!)
SUMMER CLUB
Join us at The Connors Center this year for all the summer fun you can imagine... From arts & crafts to field games, group challenges and activities to walks along the Charles River bank and along beautiful wooded trails - at #DoverRec Summer Club, your child is sure to love every creative and unique day making summertime memories with their friends and our amazing P&R summer staff!
Session 1: Monday, June 28 - Friday, July 2
Session 2: Tuesday, July 6 - Friday, July 9*
- (*no program held Monday 7/5)
Session 3: Monday, July 12 - Friday, July 16
Session 4: Monday, July 19 - Friday, July 23
Session 5: Monday, July 26 - Friday, July 30
Ages / Times:
(Families with children in multiple grade levels will drop-off AND pick-up according to their OLDEST child's grade level.)
- rising Kindergarteners 9:00am – 12:00pm
- rising 1st & 2nd graders 9:15am – 12:15pm
- rising 3rd, 4th & 5th graders 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: The Connors Center (20 Glen Street, Dover)
Staff: Parks & Recreation Summer Counselors
Cost: $150/ participant/ 5-day session
*$120/ participant/ 4-day session
TENNIS CLINICS for Ages 6 & under
These tennis clinics are available to youth of all abilities and levels of tennis experience. With a focus on all-around tennis skill advancement, participants will grow in the game each session!
Clinics are held Mondays - Thursdays, with Fridays serving as an inclement weather make-up day if required, as there is no indoor program location. (Please note: session 3 will be held Tuesday - Friday due to the holiday)
SESSION 1 : Monday, June 21 - Thursday, June 24
SESSION 2 : Monday, June 28 - Thursday, July 1
SESSION 3* : Tuesday, July 6 - Friday, July 9
- *no program held Monday 7/5 due to the federal observance of Independence Day
SESSION 4 : Monday, July 12 - Thursday, July 15
SESSION 5 : Monday, July 19 - Thursday, July 22
SESSION 6 : Monday, July 26 - Thursday, July 29
SESSION 7 : Monday, August 2 - Thursday, August 5
SESSION 8 : Monday, August 9 - Thursday, August 12
SESSION 9 : Monday, August 16 - Thursday, August 19
SESSION 10 : Monday, August 23 - Thursday, August 26
Times: 8:30 - 9:30am
Location: Caryl Park Tennis Courts
Led by: Peter Cooper, Dover Tennis Pro
Cost: $115/ 4-day session
TENNIS CLINICS for Ages 7 & above
These tennis clinics are available to youth of all abilities and levels of tennis experience. With a focus on all-around tennis skill advancement, participants will grow in the game each session!
Clinics are held Mondays - Thursdays, with Fridays serving as an inclement weather make-up day if required, as there is no indoor program location. (Please note: session 3 will be held Tuesday - Friday due to the holiday)
SESSION 1 : Monday, June 21 - Thursday, June 24
SESSION 2 : Monday, June 28 - Thursday, July 1
SESSION 3* : Tuesday, July 6 - Friday, July 9
- *no program held Monday 7/5 due to the federal observance of Independence Day
SESSION 4 : Monday, July 12 - Thursday, July 15
SESSION 5 : Monday, July 19 - Thursday, July 22
SESSION 6 : Monday, July 26 - Thursday, July 29
SESSION 7 : Monday, August 2 - Thursday, August 5
SESSION 8 : Monday, August 9 - Thursday, August 12
SESSION 9 : Monday, August 16 - Thursday, August 19
SESSION 10 : Monday, August 23 - Thursday, August 26
Times: 9:30am - 12:30pm
Location: Caryl Park Tennis Courts
Led by: Peter Cooper, Dover Tennis Pro
Cost: $245/ 4-day session
OUTDOOR TENNIS LESSONS
Summer session packages will consist 5 lessons that can be scheduled anytime through the summer season. Interested participants must contact Peter Cooper directly, PRIOR to registration, to schedule your lesson days and times: Call or Text: 508-561-4708 OR click here to E-MAIL
Do not register before confirming your schedule with Peter Cooper, as there are limited slots available and spaces cannot be guaranteed prior to his direct approval!
Monday, June 14 - Sunday, August 30
Ages: 6 years and up
Times: Individual lesson schedules must be planned in advance with Coach Peter Cooper (see contact details above)
Location: Caryl Park Tennis Courts
Instructor: Peter Cooper, Dover Parks and Recreation Tennis Pro
Session Costs: (all options include 5 lessons on the days/times of your choosing)
1-to-1 PRIVATE
- $430/ 60 minute lessons
- $230/ 30 minute lessons
2-to-1 SEMI-PRIVATE
- $230/ 60 minutes lessons
3-to-1 GROUP
- $190/ 60 minutes lessons
4-to-1 GROUP
- $150/ 60 minute lessons
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