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Town Of Palm Beach News RecConnect - December 9, 2022

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December 10, 2022

From: Town Of Palm Beach

Mandel Recreation Center's 3rd Birthday Bash!

We invite you to join us for a morning of food, entertainment, and fun!

Saturday, January 21
10am - Noon
Mandel Recreation Center
Front Lawn

Registration is required.

Resident registration begins:

December 12
Nonresident registration begins

January 9
Email name, address, phone number and number of family members attending to

[email protected]

Camp Palm Beach

Spaces are filling up fast!

Camp Palm Beach is your go-to for fall and winter break fun for kids in kindergarten- 5th grade! With three days of interactive games, hands-on crafts, and special themed programming, we will keep your kids busy and entertained as you prepare for your holiday festivities. Don't delay... sign up today!

Winter Camp registration is ongoing. Registration may be done in person, 340 Seaview Avenue, or by phone, 561-838-5485.

Fall Mini Sessions
There's still time to register for our fall mini-session.

Mommy & Me Palm Beach

Start your morning off with an hour of music, movement, themed crafts, and more for the littlest among us! Register now to secure your spot.

December 29 - February 2
Thursdays 9:30-10:30am ages 0-4 years
Residents $98/6 weeks
Nonresidents $122/6 weeks

Perseverance Basketball Mini Skills Academy

Join the Perseverance Basketball staff for a mini 5-week session of drills & skills, aimed at improving each player's skill level & knowledge of the game! Each week will consist of a different skill topic such as ball handling, defense, shooting, passing & rebounding. Improve your game today!

November 30- December 28

Wednesdays
Kindergarten-2nd grade: 3:30-4:30pm
3rd-5th grade: 4:30-5:30pm
6th-9th grade: 5:30-6:30pm
Residents: $184/5wks  
Nonresidents: $231/5 weeks

Anyone under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian while at the Mandel Recreation Center.

Winter Session Begins January 9th

Winter session registration is ongoing. Keep scrolling for a complete listing of new and returning youth and adult enrichment classes, sports, and fitness opportunities. Click here for the Winter 2023 Recreation Update brochure.

We are always looking to add new programs to the schedule so if you have a class you would like to teach or see added to the schedule, please email details to [email protected] with subject line: New Program Idea

Preschool Enrichment

Little Hands Art

Rhythm & Hues will have your toddler exploring the world of art in this hands on, project-based class.

Mondays 2:30 - 3:15pm
ages 2 - 4 years
Residents: $280/8 weeks
Nonresidents: $350/8 weeks

Tot Tumbling (parent/child)

Gold Cost Gymnastics encourages tots to explore their natural physical movement, gain socialization opportunities, and develop self-awareness through movement, music, and interaction in this parent/child program.

Mondays 3:00 - 3:45pm
walkers - 3 years
Residents: $198/8 weeks
Nonresidents: $248/8 weeks

Tot Tumbling

Join Gold Coast Gymnastics to learn basic tumbling skills such as somersaults, cartwheels, bridges, and more as you explore your physical and character development.

Mondays 4:00 - 4:45pm
ages 3 - 4 years
Residents: $198/8 weeks
Nonresidents: $248/8 weeks

Movin' & Groovin'

Rhythm & Hues will have you singing, dancing, and playing with instruments in this fun music class.

Wednesdays 10:30 - 11:00am
ages 18 months - 3 years
Residents: $280/8 weeks
Nonresidents: $350/8 weeks

Mommy & Me Palm Beach

(December 29 - February 2)

Start your morning off with an hour of music, movement, themed crafts, and more for the littlest among us!

Thursdays 9:30 - 10:30am
ages 0 - 4 years
Residents: $65/4 weeks
Nonresidents: $81/4 weeks

Youth Enrichment

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Mix it Up Art

Find your inner Picasso with Rhythm & Hues while exploring a variety of different mediums throughout the session.

Mondays 3:30pm - 4:30pm
ages 5 - 12years
Residents $280/8weeks
Nonresident $350/8weeks

Gymnastics

Gold Coast Gymnastics will help participants explore their character development with floor, balance beam, bars and trampoline work.

Mondays 4:45 - 5:30pm
Kindergarten - 4th grade
Residents $198/8weeks
Nonresidents $248/8weeks

Systema Karate

Floyd Karate Institute promotes fitness, respect, socialization, an increased attention span, helps build character and so much more in this weekly class.

Mondays 4:15 - 4:45pm
ages 3 - 6 years
Residents: $104/month
Nonresidents: $129/month

Communications Arts Prep

Mary Brennan guides students preparing for or considering a competitive Communications Arts audition. Topics include film critiquing, writing a creative story, and how to create & prepare for an impromptu speech.

Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:30pm
3rd - 5th grade
Residents: $175/8weeks
Nonresidents: $219/8weeks

Author League

Led by Conserve Our Wild, participants will complete their own professional children's wildlife book(s) developed for use in early literacy curriculum. Upon editorial approval

their authored book is published to Amazon, online reading platforms, and literacy organizations. This program improves communication skills through story outlining, perception building, research, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and more. Each child progresses at their own rate.

Thursdays 3:30 - 4:30pm
Ages: 5+
Residents: $200/6 weeks
Nonresidents: $250/6 weeks

Preschool and Youth Sports
Story Time Soccer

Teaches soccer through interactive stories and games where participants act out scenarios and focus on footwork and ball control to help grasp soccer fundamentals, a positive impression of sports and an enormous head start on motor development!

Mondays 3:30 - 4:15pm
ages 3 - 5 years
Residents: $164/8 weeks
Nonresidents: $205/8 weeks

Soccer League

Select Soccer will bring your skills to the next level, especially in the area of mobility and agility in this fun, educational program.

Practice: Fridays

Kindergarten - 1st Grade: 3:30 - 4:30pm 2nd - 3rd & 4th-6th grade: 4:30 - 5:30pm

Games: Saturdays

Kindergarten - 1st Grade: 10:00 - 11:00am 2nd-3rd & 4th-6th grade: 11:00am-12:00pm Residents: $200/10 weeks

Nonresidents $250/10 weeks

Little Hoopsters Basketball

Little Hoopsters" will learn skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, game concepts and sportsmanship. With our experienced coaching, parents and young athletes have a great time being active!

Saturdays 9:30 - 10:30am

ages 3 - 5 years

Residents: $295/8 weeks

COED Lacrosse

Under the leadership of Molly & Cullen Miller, focus will be on game fundamentals, stick work, field positioning, conditioning, leadership, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Programs runs with divided fields.

Sundays 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Kindergarten - 2nd grade
Residents: $300/8 weeks
Nonresidents: $375/8 weeks

COED Flag Football

Under the leadership of Cullen Miller, participants will focus on fundamentals such as running, throwing, passing and catching, as well as on discipline, self-esteem, education, sportsmanship, teamwork, leadership and building character. Older participants will learn strategy while continuing their skill development.

Sundays 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Group 1: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Group 2: 3rd - 5th grade
Residents $225/8 weeks
Nonresidents $281/8 weeks
Basketball Skills Academy

Join the Perseverance Basketball staff for weekly drills & skills aimed at improving each player's skill level & knowledge of the game! Each week will consist of a different skill topic such as ball handling, defense, shooting, passing & rebounding. Improve your game today!

Wednesdays

Kindergarten - 2nd grade: 3:30 - 4:30pm
3rd - 5th grade: 4:30 - 5:30pm
6th - 9th grade: 5:30 - 6:30pm

Residents: $295/8 weeks
Nonresidents: $369/8 weeks

Perseverance League

Perseverance Basketball strives to teach the game the right way by a unique instructional style, with an age appropriate curriculum. Our particular set of "Perseverance in-game rules" are used to encourage competitiveness, skill development, sportsmanship, teamwork and fun!

Practice: Tuesdays

Kindergarten & 1st grade: 4:45pm - 5:30pm 2nd & 3rd grade: 5:30pm - 6:30pm

4th & 5th grade: 6:30pm - 7:30pm

6th-9th grade: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Games: Saturdays

Times TBA

Residents: $ 325/8 weeks

Nonresidents: $ 406/8 weks

Includes team jersey

Evaluations will be Tuesday, January 10.

Practices will begin Tuesday, January 17.

The first week of games will begin on Sunday, January 22.

All other games will be held Saturdays beginning January 28.

Perseverance Basketball Youth & Adult Private Training

Our goal is to teach the fundamentals of the sport to your athlete with an emphasis catering towards the skill level and needs of each individual. We teach those goals through hard work, dedication, and diligence in the sport. Training sessions are held during open gym time slots.

Private Training: 1 Hour Training
Residents: $115/session Nonresidents: $144/session

Semi-Private Training (2-3 participants):
1 Hour Training

Residents: $75/person/session
Nonresidents: $94/person/session

Training sessions must be booked 2 days in advance. Payment is due at the time reservation is made.

All private training MUST be done through Perseverance Basketball. Outside trainers are not permitted per Town ordinance: Sec. 78-44-Vending (Code 1982, § 10-247) For more information call 561-838-5485 or to reserve your training session, call 561-410-0556.

Basketball Court Reservations

You may reserve a half or full court for a one or two hour block with a maximum of eight players. Players must bring their own equipment. Payment is due at time of reservation. Reservations may be made up to one week in advance, multiple reservations are allowed. Must be 13 years or older to reserve the court without adult supervision.

Half Court Fees:

Residents: $22+ tax

Nonresidents: $27+ tax

Full Court Fees:
Residents: $44+ tax
Nonresidents: $54+ tax

Click "PLAY" above for information regarding our camps, after school, and enrichment programs. Registration may be done online, in-person or over the phone at
561-838-5485.

The Fitness Center, at the Morton and Barbara Mandel Recreation Center, is a boutique fitness center in the heart of Town offering its residents* cardio equipment, weight machines, personal training and wellness programs for all fitness levels.?

*Proof of Residency required

Fitness Center Hours:

Monday- Friday: 6:30am-8:00pm

Saturday: 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday: 9:30am-6:00pm

Memberships

Annual Resident Pass

Adult: $495

2 Adults (same household): $740

3 Month Resident Pass

Adult: $270

2 Adults (same household): $395

Monthly Resident Pass

Adult: $130

2 Adults (same household): $195

Daily Drop-in
Resident Adult: $22

Adult Nonresident Guest: $28

Personal Training

Individual Sessions

30 Minutes: $60
60 Minutes: $100

10 Sessions
30 Minutes: $550
60 Minutes: $900

20 Sessions
30 Minutes: $1050
60 Minutes: $1750

Partner Sessions
30 Minutes: $100
60 Minutes: $150

Small Group (3-5 people) Sessions

60 minutes only: $200

Virtual training is not permitted. All private training MUST be done through the Fitness Center. Outside trainers are not permitted per Town ordinance:
Sec. 78-44-Vending (Code 1982, § 10-247)
For more information or to reserve your training session, call 561-227-6363.

Click on "SEE" above for a complete listing of our Fitness Center programs and memberships.
For more health and wellness tips, visit the Fitness Center at the Mandel Recreation Center, or email [email protected].

Click the Group Fitness Schedule below for detailed descriptions of all our current offerings for November - December. Stay tuned for our upcoming 2023 schedule!

Mix and Match classes to create the ultimate workout experience and consider buying a series pass to save!

Drop-In Class
Residents: $18
Nonresidents: $23

5 Class Pass
Residents: $80
Nonresidents: $100

10 Class Pass
Residents: $140
Nonresidents: $175

Adult Enrichment

Italian (virtual)

Laura Antonacci, a native Italian, will make learning Italian easy and fun. Laura conducts class almost entirely in the target language and focuses on development of conversational skills. Students will become acquainted with the culture, music, and food of Italy through web-site material, practical dialogues and Italian song and games.

Italian for Beginners
Mondays 12 - 1:30pm

Italian Intermediate
Mondays 10 - 11:30am

Resident: $225/8 weeks
Nonresident: $281/8 weeks

French

Michele Bradley will make learning French easy and fun. Michele conducts class almost entirely in the target language and focuses on development of conversational skills. Students will become acquainted with the culture, music, and food of France.

French for Beginners
Wednesdays 12 - 1:30pm

French Intermediate

Wednesdays 1:45 - 3:15pm
Resident: $225/ 8 weeks

Nonresident: $281/8 weks

Click "GO" above for full descriptions of our Adult Enrichment and Wellness programs. Registration may be done in-person, over the phone at 561-838-5485, or online at palmbeachrecreation.com.

2022 Town of Palm Beach Junior Tennis Championship

The Town of Palm Beach Tennis Championship Series is designed to help us celebrate Palm Beach's champions.

December 10 - 11
Seaview Park Tennis Center

$35

Open to residents of the Town of Palm Beach and/or Passholders of Seaview Park or Phipps Ocean Park Tennis Centers. Deadline to register is 3 days prior to tournament.

Seaview Junior Tennis Clinics

Session II:

November 1 - December 16

Futures

Instruction/stroke development

Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays
3:30 - 4:30pm
ages 7 - 10 years

1x weekly: $210
2x weekly: $420
3x weekly: $630

ATP-Challenger

Almost ready for ATP I

Tuesdays/Thursdays

4:30 - 5:30pm

ages 7 - 10 years

1x weekly: $210

2x weekly: $420

Clinics with only 2 participants will be reduced to one hour, and with 1 participant, reduced to 30 minutes.

Click on "LOVE" above for a complete listing of our Tennis lessons, clinics, rates, and memberships.

Pickleball

Space is limited. To reserve your spot, call the Seaview Park Tennis Center at 561-838-5404. 

Pickleball Clinics

Join our dedicated pickleball teaching professional Chaz Perryman for an hour of instruction alongside other pickleball players in our indoor Pickleball clinics at the Mandel Recreation Center. All levels welcome.

Fridays
11:30am - 12:30pm
$45 per person

Pickleball lessons are available on our indoor and outdoor courts. To book a pickleball lesson, call the Seaview Park Tennis Center at 561-838-5404.

Indoor Pickleball

You may reserve a pickleball court for a one or two hour block in the Smith Family Field House during the times above. Singles or doubles play is allowed. Players must bring their own equipment. Reservations must be made a day in advance to allow for set-up, and may be made up to a week in advance. Payment is due at time of reservation.
Cost:

Resident: $25
Nonresident: $32
(tax not included)

For more information or to book your reservation, call the Mandel Recreation Center at 561-838-5485.

Outdoor Pickleball

Clay Tennis Courts
(available by reservation)

Seaview Park Tennis Center has received some updates! Court 7 is now a multi-use court, with the recent addition of pickleball lines. Did you know studies show playing pickleball on clay puts less strain on the knees and joints, and can lead to longer rallies? Try it out today!

Reservations can be made one day in advance.

Call the reservation line between

12-12:30pm.

Seaview Park Tennis Center:

561-838-5404

Seaview Reservation Line: 561-227-7081
(open from 12-12:30pm)

Resident: $15 Nonresident: $17
(tax not included)

Outdoor Activity Court

The multi-use Activity Court, located on the west side of the Mandel Recreation Center, is available free of charge on a first come, first serve basis for pickleball play.

Reserved for pickleball on
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
8:30am - 12:30pm

Pickleball Contact List: The Mandel Recreation Center would like to distribute a list of interested Pickleball players to other players, offering you the opportunity to contact each other to develop playing opportunities. If you are interested in sharing your contact information with fellow players, email [email protected] with your name, phone number(s), email address, and the level of pickleball experience of each individual who wishes to be included in your household. From this list, you will be able to reach out to one another to set up Pickleball games!

Meet Tony Chateauvert, PGA
Head Professional/Manager

Tony Chateauvert is an award winning PGA member and the Head Professional and Manager for The Town of Palm Beach Golf Course. Tony has been a PGA Member since 1983 and started his career at some of the finest clubs in Metropolitan New York such as Garden City Golf Club, Garden City Country Club and Quaker Ridge before becoming Head Professional at Bedford Golf and Tennis Club for many years.

Tony has been at the Par 3 since 2011 and in that time has transformed it to become one of Florida’s leading golfing destinations. Tony’s passion for playing and improving his own game has allowed him to become an accomplished coach and instructor during his 40 year career. Tony believes golf has become one of the most over analyzed and over taught things in the world.

Golf Instruction

For all clinics and golf schools, please sign up in advance either by visiting or calling the golf shop at 561- 547-0598. Instructors are subject to occasional clinic changes. (One-person clinics will be limited to a half hour)

Private lessons by one of our five professionals are by appointment.

Clinics

Golf clinics are meant to give you the skills you need to become a better golfer but in a more social group setting.

Golfers of all abilities are welcome to attend any clinic where each week their instructors will cover the full swing fundamentals based upon each golfer’s needs and wishes. They also cover one area of the short game each week, rotating between putting, chipping, pitching and sand.

Please sign up in advance by calling the golf shop, 561-547-0598. Instructors are subject to change depending on class size. For staffing purposes, golfers must sign up a minimum of 2 hours prior to a clinic.

Click on "GO" above for more information on lessons, clinics, and tee times at the Palm Beach Par 3, Florida's #1 Oceanfront Golf Course.

Facility Rentals
Rental Opportunities in the heart of Palm Beach!

Looking for a venue to host a meeting or party? Whether hosting a large gathering or an intimate event, the Mandel Recreation Center, located in the center of Town, offers residents a convenient location and four options for your next function.

Facility rentals are available to Town of Palm Beach residents (proof of residency required) for a minimum of 3 hours during normal business hours and require an application be submitted at least 30 days prior to the rental.

To review fees and apply for a rental, complete the Facility Rental Application and email to [email protected].

Join the Rec Center Team!

The Friends of Recreation, led by Chairman Matthew Smith and Vice Chair Michael Ainslie, have created an endowment campaign for the ongoing support of recreation. Matthew and Michael were instrumental in leading the charge to build the Mandel Recreation Center, which opened three years ago. Please take a look at this Letter from Michael Ainslie and Matt Smith, and for more information, contact:

[email protected]
910-315-1909