Parks and Recreation
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* NOTE: SUMMER REC PROGRAM AT CAPACITY - The Bensalem Township Summer Recreation Full Day Playground Program, which begins July 5th, has reached capacity. No new registration forms will be issued. To be placed on a waiting list you may call 215-633-3614.
*NOTE: Date Change - Due to the Bensalem Township Municipal Complex being closed Monday July 3rd and Tuesday, July 4th the Summer Recreation Program will now begin on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
NEW OUTDOOR SUMMER FIELD HOCKEY
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation is introducing a new outdoor field hockey program which will be held this summer at the Bensalem Community Park hockey rink. This program is open to girls grades K through 10th and designed to enhance skills for those already playing or interested in playing “indoor field hockey”.
Although participants will be playing in an outdoor rink, this version of field hockey will simulate “indoor” field hockey. Athletes will learn vital skills needed to excel in the sport of field hockey such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. This camp will introduce girls to a faster paced game with increased dribbling, passing and shooting as well as a whole lot of fun while fine tuning skills for those girls who are preparing to play field hockey for fall school teams or clubs. The program will end just prior to the preseason for middle schools and high schools and will be conducted by a current certified field hockey club coach!
You bring your shin pads, mouth guards and stick if you have them and wear your sneakers! Don’t have a stick! No worries plenty of loaner sticks will be available for those without sticks.
Come on out and join us Saturdays in the summer beginning July 8th 2023 at 9:00 am for grades K-5 and 10:00 am for grades 6-10. Program will end on August 12, 2023. Cost for this 6-week program is $50.00
For registration form to be mailed call 215-633-3616 and leave mailing address and contact information or stop in the Parks and Recreation Department located at 2400 Byberry Road Bensalem for in person registrations.
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation is introducing a new outdoor field hockey program which will be held this summer at the Bensalem Community Park hockey rink. This program is open to girls grades K through 10th and designed to enhance skills for those already playing or interested in playing “indoor field hockey”.
Although participants will be playing in an outdoor rink, this version of field hockey will simulate “indoor” field hockey. Athletes will learn vital skills needed to excel in the sport of field hockey such as dribbling, passing, and shooting. This camp will introduce girls to a faster paced game with increased dribbling, passing and shooting as well as a whole lot of fun while fine tuning skills for those girls who are preparing to play field hockey for fall school teams or clubs. The program will end just prior to the preseason for middle schools and high schools and will be conducted by a current certified field hockey club coach!
You bring your shin pads, mouth guards and stick if you have them and wear your sneakers! Don’t have a stick! No worries plenty of loaner sticks will be available for those without sticks.
Come on out and join us Saturdays in the summer beginning July 8th 2023 at 9:00 am for grades K-5 and 10:00 am for grades 6-10. Program will end on August 12, 2023. Cost for this 6-week program is $50.00
For registration form to be mailed call 215-633-3616 and leave mailing address and contact information or stop in the Parks and Recreation Department located at 2400 Byberry Road Bensalem for in person registrations.
SOCCER SHOTS
Soccer Shots is the children's soccer experience for kids ages 2-8. Soccer Shots focuses on the skills and lessons of the game by offering non-competitive classes. Each child learns the fundamentals of the game through principled high-energy instruction, creative and age appropriate games, scrimmaging, and soccer fun! We are changing the lives of young people forever by teaching principles and life skills like confidence, respect, honesty,
and teamwork!
Dates, time and Location as follows:
Spring - March 4th thru April 29th
Spring 2 -- May 6th thru June 24th (no class Memorial Day weekend
Summer --July 8th thru August 26th
Fall 1-- September 9th thru October 28th
Fall 2 -- November 4th thru December 23rd (no class Thanksgiving weekend)
LOCATION: Firefighter Field – 80 Rockhill Drive
TIME: Saturday’s 2:00-4:00pm
COST: 105.00 each session
Classes are 30-40 minute class per age group) to register on line, www.soccershots.org/lowerbucks If you have any questions email philly@soccershots.org or call 267-630-1557
Soccer Shots is the children's soccer experience for kids ages 2-8. Soccer Shots focuses on the skills and lessons of the game by offering non-competitive classes. Each child learns the fundamentals of the game through principled high-energy instruction, creative and age appropriate games, scrimmaging, and soccer fun! We are changing the lives of young people forever by teaching principles and life skills like confidence, respect, honesty,
and teamwork!
Dates, time and Location as follows:
Spring - March 4th thru April 29th
Spring 2 -- May 6th thru June 24th (no class Memorial Day weekend
Summer --July 8th thru August 26th
Fall 1-- September 9th thru October 28th
Fall 2 -- November 4th thru December 23rd (no class Thanksgiving weekend)
LOCATION: Firefighter Field – 80 Rockhill Drive
TIME: Saturday’s 2:00-4:00pm
COST: 105.00 each session
Classes are 30-40 minute class per age group) to register on line, www.soccershots.org/lowerbucks If you have any questions email philly@soccershots.org or call 267-630-1557
2023 BCTA TENNIS IN BENSALEM TOWNSHIP
Gilbert Drive Tennis Courts, Pasqualone and Gilbert Drive, Bensalem, PA 19020
Bridgewater Tennis Courts, Bensalem Boulevard and Bridgewater Drive, Bensalem, PA 19020
Mill Creek Park Tennis Courts, Pintail Court (Bensalem Boulevard and Flushing Road), Bensalem, PA 19020
Register at www.buckscountytennis.usta.com
ADDITIONAL $3 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE PER PARTICIPANT FOR MAIL-IN REGISTRATION.
RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT PER PARTICIPANT BY SIGNING UP FOR
THREE OR MORE FIVE-WEEK SEASONS AT ONE TIME!
REGISTRATION DEADLINES
Season 1: March 24 Season 2: May 7 Season 3: June 18 Season 4: September 1
August Swing Season: July 30 Fall Forehands Season: October 8
LEARN, PRACTICE & PLAY
Pee Wees (recommended ages 4–6): $67
Season 1 @ Mill Creek: 5 Thursdays, April 13 – May 11, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 14 – October 12, 4:45–5:30 pm
Little Aces (recommended ages 7–10): $72
Season 1 @ Mill Creek: 5 Thursdays, April 13 – May 11, 5:30–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 14 – October 12, 5:30–6:30 pm
Juniors (recommended ages 11–13): $72
Season 1 @ Mill Creek: 5 Thursdays, April 13 – May 11, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 6:30-7:30 pm
Season 4 Juniors program offered at neighboring locations.
Teens/Adults (Beginners/Intermediates) (recommended ages 14 and up): $72
Seasons 1 and 4 Teens/Adults program offered at neighboring locations.
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 7:30–8:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 7:30-8:30 pm
MORE TENNIS OPPORTUNITIES FOR BENSALEM TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Bensalem Township is part of BCTA’s county-wide tennis network. Check out www.buckscountytennis.usta.com for more information about tennis opportunities available to Bensalem Township residents, such as:
Gilbert Drive Tennis Courts, Pasqualone and Gilbert Drive, Bensalem, PA 19020
Bridgewater Tennis Courts, Bensalem Boulevard and Bridgewater Drive, Bensalem, PA 19020
Mill Creek Park Tennis Courts, Pintail Court (Bensalem Boulevard and Flushing Road), Bensalem, PA 19020
Register at www.buckscountytennis.usta.com
ADDITIONAL $3 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE PER PARTICIPANT FOR MAIL-IN REGISTRATION.
RECEIVE A $10 DISCOUNT PER PARTICIPANT BY SIGNING UP FOR
THREE OR MORE FIVE-WEEK SEASONS AT ONE TIME!
REGISTRATION DEADLINES
Season 1: March 24 Season 2: May 7 Season 3: June 18 Season 4: September 1
August Swing Season: July 30 Fall Forehands Season: October 8
LEARN, PRACTICE & PLAY
Pee Wees (recommended ages 4–6): $67
Season 1 @ Mill Creek: 5 Thursdays, April 13 – May 11, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 14 – October 12, 4:45–5:30 pm
Little Aces (recommended ages 7–10): $72
Season 1 @ Mill Creek: 5 Thursdays, April 13 – May 11, 5:30–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 14 – October 12, 5:30–6:30 pm
Juniors (recommended ages 11–13): $72
Season 1 @ Mill Creek: 5 Thursdays, April 13 – May 11, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 6:30-7:30 pm
Season 4 Juniors program offered at neighboring locations.
Teens/Adults (Beginners/Intermediates) (recommended ages 14 and up): $72
Seasons 1 and 4 Teens/Adults program offered at neighboring locations.
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 18 – June 15, 7:30–8:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, June 29 – July 27, 7:30-8:30 pm
MORE TENNIS OPPORTUNITIES FOR BENSALEM TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS
Bensalem Township is part of BCTA’s county-wide tennis network. Check out www.buckscountytennis.usta.com for more information about tennis opportunities available to Bensalem Township residents, such as:
- BCTA County-Wide social tournaments for youths and adults
- Introductory BCTA Jr. Team Tennis for players (ages 8–13) who previously participated in Learn, Practice and Play or similar programs
- Advanced BCTA Jr. Team Tennis Training and USTA Travel Teams (14-and-under and 18-and-under)
- Middle and High School Training and special High School Competitions
- Adult leagues (Flex League, meet-ups and Fall Doubles)
PICKLEBALL
With pickleball becoming a very popular sport of choice in our community, the Parks and Recreation Department has converted the Gilbert Drive Tennis Courts into courts which will accommodate both tennis and pickleball activities. Take advantage of this opportunity to engage in your favorite sport of choice at Gilbert Drive Tennis/Pickleball Courts.
With pickleball becoming a very popular sport of choice in our community, the Parks and Recreation Department has converted the Gilbert Drive Tennis Courts into courts which will accommodate both tennis and pickleball activities. Take advantage of this opportunity to engage in your favorite sport of choice at Gilbert Drive Tennis/Pickleball Courts.
2023 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for part-time Park Rangers for our various parks. Must be 21 years of age or older and available nights and weekends. If interested please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 215-633-3616.
The Parks and Recreation Department is looking for part-time Park Rangers for our various parks. Must be 21 years of age or older and available nights and weekends. If interested please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 215-633-3616.
SUMMER REC PLAYGROUND EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM IS RETURNING FOR 2023!
Limited enrollment!
This program is open to those entering 1st grade through 6th grade. Early registration for our outdoor Playground Camp which will be held at the Bensalem Community Park will begin February 1st. This is a 9-5 program with no drop offs prior to 8:30 am. All children must be picked up by 5:00 pm. No transportation will be provided for this program. This 5-week program will begin July 3rd and conclude August 3rd, 2023. Please be advised that this is a limited enrollment program so register early as enrollment limits will be strictly enforced.
Location: Bensalem Community Park
Dates: July 5th through August 3rd
*NOTE: Date Change - Due to the Bensalem Township Municipal Complex being closed Monday July 3rd and Tuesday, July 4th the Summer Recreation Program will now begin on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
Cost: $550 per child
Time: 9:00am to 5:00 pm
To register please call 215-633-3616, leave your name and address and a registration form will be mailed to you. You must complete a separate registration form for each child you are looking to register. Registration forms may not be obtained on line! For additional information please call (215) 633-3724 or 215-633-3614.
Limited enrollment!
This program is open to those entering 1st grade through 6th grade. Early registration for our outdoor Playground Camp which will be held at the Bensalem Community Park will begin February 1st. This is a 9-5 program with no drop offs prior to 8:30 am. All children must be picked up by 5:00 pm. No transportation will be provided for this program. This 5-week program will begin July 3rd and conclude August 3rd, 2023. Please be advised that this is a limited enrollment program so register early as enrollment limits will be strictly enforced.
Location: Bensalem Community Park
Dates: July 5th through August 3rd
*NOTE: Date Change - Due to the Bensalem Township Municipal Complex being closed Monday July 3rd and Tuesday, July 4th the Summer Recreation Program will now begin on Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
Cost: $550 per child
Time: 9:00am to 5:00 pm
To register please call 215-633-3616, leave your name and address and a registration form will be mailed to you. You must complete a separate registration form for each child you are looking to register. Registration forms may not be obtained on line! For additional information please call (215) 633-3724 or 215-633-3614.
2023 YOUTH SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
ATTENTION BENSALEM YOUTH
Do you enjoy working with children? Are you 16 years of age or older?
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation has extended the acceptance of applications for employment with our 2023 Summer Recreation Program. All youth 16 years of age and older interested in working the summer recreation program beginning July 5th through August 3rd, 2023. You must be available 8:30-4:30 Monday-Thursday with no Friday’s or weekends. If interested, you may pick up an application from the parks and recreation department between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Applications may be obtained Monday through Friday until March 3rd.No applications for employment will be given after March 3, 2023. Please call 215-633-3724 for additional information.
ATTENTION BENSALEM YOUTH
Do you enjoy working with children? Are you 16 years of age or older?
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation has extended the acceptance of applications for employment with our 2023 Summer Recreation Program. All youth 16 years of age and older interested in working the summer recreation program beginning July 5th through August 3rd, 2023. You must be available 8:30-4:30 Monday-Thursday with no Friday’s or weekends. If interested, you may pick up an application from the parks and recreation department between the hours of 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. Applications may be obtained Monday through Friday until March 3rd.No applications for employment will be given after March 3, 2023. Please call 215-633-3724 for additional information.