Parks and Recreation
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5 WEEK SPRING AND SUMMER PEE WEE SOCCER PROGRAM
Come join Bensalem Township and Fever SC for soccer clinics this spring and summer at the beautiful Bensalem Community Park. Instructions for these programs will be led by current and former college players, including members of the largest women’s soccer league in the world-the WPSL (Women’s Premier Soccer League). Why not have your future stars come join us for some instruction and fun games while getting coached by these elite players!
This program is sure to have your child/children falling in love with the “beautiful game” of soccer. Who knows, this next generation of soccer players may even become future Fever SC players one day. So come on out and catch the fever!
Each session offered will have two clinics a week with full instruction. There will also be some surprise guests to act as trainers during some sessions!
Cost: Bensalem Residents: $100.00 per child per sessions (5 weeks 2 days a week = 10 clinics)
Non- Residents: $125.00 per child per sessions (5 weeks 2 days a week =10 clinics)
Each participant will receive a Camp T-Shirt
Session 1: May 22-June 22
3-5 year olds-Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am to 10:00am
6-8 year olds-Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am-11:00am
Session 2: June 26-July 27
3-5 year olds-Wednesdays 6:00 pm to 7:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am to10:00am
6-8 year olds-Wednesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am to 11:00am
This program is sure to have your child/children falling in love with the “beautiful game” of soccer. Who knows, this next generation of soccer players may even become future Fever SC players one day. So come on out and catch the fever!
Each session offered will have two clinics a week with full instruction. There will also be some surprise guests to act as trainers during some sessions!
Cost: Bensalem Residents: $100.00 per child per sessions (5 weeks 2 days a week = 10 clinics)
Non- Residents: $125.00 per child per sessions (5 weeks 2 days a week =10 clinics)
Each participant will receive a Camp T-Shirt
Session 1: May 22-June 22
3-5 year olds-Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am to 10:00am
6-8 year olds-Wednesdays 7:00-8:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am-11:00am
Session 2: June 26-July 27
3-5 year olds-Wednesdays 6:00 pm to 7:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am to10:00am
6-8 year olds-Wednesdays 7:00pm to 8:00pm and Saturdays 10:00am to 11:00am
GIRLS JUNIOR FIELD HOCKEY
YES! We are offering a field hockey program during 2024.
Stay tuned for program updates and registration information. Keep those sticks ready, we are coming
back! Please call 215-633-3616 for additional information.
YES! We are offering a field hockey program during 2024.
Stay tuned for program updates and registration information. Keep those sticks ready, we are coming
back! Please call 215-633-3616 for additional information.
BCTA: BUCKS COUNTY TENNIS ASSOCIATION
Gilbert Drive Tennis Courts, Pasqualone and Gilbert Drive, Bensalem, PA 19020
Bridgewater Tennis Court, Bensalem Boulevard and Bridgewater Drive, 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 22 Season 2: May 4 Season 3: June 30 Season 4: August 29
August Season: August 2 Late Fall Season: October 4
LEARN, PRACTICE & PLAY
Pee Wees (recommended ages 4–6): $70
Season 1 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, April 4 – May 2, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 12 – October 17, 4:45–5:30 pm (No tennis 10/3)
Little Aces (recommended ages 7–10): $75
Season 1 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, April 4 – May 21, 5:30–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 12 – October 17, 5:30–6:30 pm (No tennis 10/3)
Juniors (recommended ages 11–13): $75
Season 1 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, April 4 – May 2, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 6:30-7:30 pm
Season 4 Juniors program offered at neighboring locations.
Teens/Adults (Beginners/Intermediates) (recommended ages 14 and up): $75
Seasons 1 and 4 Teens/Adults program offered at neighboring locations.
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 7:30–8:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 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 Court, Bensalem Boulevard and Bridgewater Drive, 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 22 Season 2: May 4 Season 3: June 30 Season 4: August 29
August Season: August 2 Late Fall Season: October 4
LEARN, PRACTICE & PLAY
Pee Wees (recommended ages 4–6): $70
Season 1 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, April 4 – May 2, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 4:45–5:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 12 – October 17, 4:45–5:30 pm (No tennis 10/3)
Little Aces (recommended ages 7–10): $75
Season 1 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, April 4 – May 21, 5:30–5:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 5:30–6:30 pm
Season 4 @ Bridgewater: 5 Thursdays, September 12 – October 17, 5:30–6:30 pm (No tennis 10/3)
Juniors (recommended ages 11–13): $75
Season 1 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, April 4 – May 2, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 6:30–7:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 6:30-7:30 pm
Season 4 Juniors program offered at neighboring locations.
Teens/Adults (Beginners/Intermediates) (recommended ages 14 and up): $75
Seasons 1 and 4 Teens/Adults program offered at neighboring locations.
Season 2 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, May 16 – June 13, 7:30–8:30 pm
Season 3 @ Gilbert Drive: 5 Thursdays, July 11 – August 8, 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)
COMING IN THE SPRING OF 2024 PICKLEBALL COURTS
Get ready to explore the game of pickleball or enhance your already developed pickleball skills this spring. A conversion of the current Millcreek Tennis courts to Pickleball courts is set to take place and be completed in the spring of 2024 to accommodate the needs of all the up and coming pickleball enthusiast. Until then, feel free to utilize the tennis courts at Gilbert Drive to keep up with your game.
Get ready to explore the game of pickleball or enhance your already developed pickleball skills this spring. A conversion of the current Millcreek Tennis courts to Pickleball courts is set to take place and be completed in the spring of 2024 to accommodate the needs of all the up and coming pickleball enthusiast. Until then, feel free to utilize the tennis courts at Gilbert Drive to keep up with your game.
YOUNG REMBRANDTS
Pre-School Drawing Classes (ages 4 to 7) Saturday’s - 9:00 am - 9:45 am.
Your preschooler’s mind is hard at work building the knowledge and skills it will use for a lifetime. Now, more than ever, it’s important to challenge their curious minds with activities that will keep them engaged and eager to learn! The Young Rembrandts pre-school program is specifically designed with the needs of our youngest learners in mind. We use subjects they’re familiar with such as animals and toys, as well as their favorite learning tools - pictures, stories, touching, and doing - to enhance social and conflict resolution skills while improving listening, fine-motor skills, and time-on-task. Give your preschooler the information they’re hungry for and be amazed by what they’ll create! Classes are 45 minutes, with a minimum of 5 students allowed
SESSION 1 PRICE $75.00 February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
SESSION 2 PRICE $75.00 March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd
LOCATION Bensalem Community Park 4301 Richlieu Road, Bensalem Township
Register at www.youngrembrandts.com/buxmont-pa
Cartoon Drawing Classes (ages 8 – 14) Saturday’s - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
For all kids who need to stay engaged and laughing, our cartooning classes are surely the most fun you can have while learning! This entertaining program combines Young Rembrandts’ innovative, hands-on teaching method with light-hearted subject matter that engages children, their sense of humor and their vivid imaginations. Maintaining a quick pace and drawings that tell a story also help kids to stay on-task, learn from their mistakes, find new solutions to a problem and communicate ideas and concepts through pictures - skills with lifetime benefits! Classes last up to 55 minutes, with a minimum of 5 students allowed.
SESSION 1 PRICE $75.00 February 3rd, 10th ,17th ,24th
SESSION 2 PRICE $75.00 March 2nd, 9th,16th,23rd
LOCATION Bensalem Community Park, 4301 Richlieu Road, Bensalem Township
Register at www.youngrembrandts.com/buxmont-pa
Pre-School Drawing Classes (ages 4 to 7) Saturday’s - 9:00 am - 9:45 am.
Your preschooler’s mind is hard at work building the knowledge and skills it will use for a lifetime. Now, more than ever, it’s important to challenge their curious minds with activities that will keep them engaged and eager to learn! The Young Rembrandts pre-school program is specifically designed with the needs of our youngest learners in mind. We use subjects they’re familiar with such as animals and toys, as well as their favorite learning tools - pictures, stories, touching, and doing - to enhance social and conflict resolution skills while improving listening, fine-motor skills, and time-on-task. Give your preschooler the information they’re hungry for and be amazed by what they’ll create! Classes are 45 minutes, with a minimum of 5 students allowed
SESSION 1 PRICE $75.00 February 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th
SESSION 2 PRICE $75.00 March 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd
LOCATION Bensalem Community Park 4301 Richlieu Road, Bensalem Township
Register at www.youngrembrandts.com/buxmont-pa
Cartoon Drawing Classes (ages 8 – 14) Saturday’s - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
For all kids who need to stay engaged and laughing, our cartooning classes are surely the most fun you can have while learning! This entertaining program combines Young Rembrandts’ innovative, hands-on teaching method with light-hearted subject matter that engages children, their sense of humor and their vivid imaginations. Maintaining a quick pace and drawings that tell a story also help kids to stay on-task, learn from their mistakes, find new solutions to a problem and communicate ideas and concepts through pictures - skills with lifetime benefits! Classes last up to 55 minutes, with a minimum of 5 students allowed.
SESSION 1 PRICE $75.00 February 3rd, 10th ,17th ,24th
SESSION 2 PRICE $75.00 March 2nd, 9th,16th,23rd
LOCATION Bensalem Community Park, 4301 Richlieu Road, Bensalem Township
Register at www.youngrembrandts.com/buxmont-pa
STEM PROGRAMS - FALL 2024 - Limited space 8 Students Maximum
LEGO® Robotics and Coding - Adventures
Sessions: February 3rd-March 9th
Grades 1 to 3
Saturday, 11:00am-12:00 noon
Dates- 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/2 and 3/9
Location: 4301 Richlieu Road -Bensalem Community Park
Cost: $170.00-Make checks payable to Built by Me
Register at https://www.builtbyme.com/bensalempa
This fun, interactive program will introduce students to coding and robotics using the LEGO® Education Robotics Construction Sets. Children will learn basic programming skills, simple engineering concepts, and the names of the robotic components. They will work in pairs on guided projects building models, attaching sensors and motors, and using a computer to program the model’s behavior. Children will gain confidence and understanding as they build and code their robots.
LEGO® Robotics and Coding with Scratch MIT - On the Go
Sessions: February 3rd-March 9th
Grades 3 to 5
Saturday, 12:15-1:1
Dates—2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/2 and 3/9
Location 4301 Richlieu Road Bensalem Community Park
Cost $170.00—Make checks payable to Built by Me
Register at https://www.builtbyme.com/bensalempa
This fun and interactive program explores many aspects of STEM using LEGO® Essential Education Robotics Construction Sets. Focusing on means of transportation, students will work in pairs to build prototypes as they learn the engineering design process. They will then code their designs with Scratch MIT, a block-based code, to perform various tasks and functions. Young engineers will construct ships and helicopters as they learn and refine their observation, problem-solving, and team-building skills.
Make all checks payable to: Built by Me
Register at https://www.builtbyme.com/bensalempa
LEGO® Robotics and Coding - Adventures
Sessions: February 3rd-March 9th
Grades 1 to 3
Saturday, 11:00am-12:00 noon
Dates- 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/2 and 3/9
Location: 4301 Richlieu Road -Bensalem Community Park
Cost: $170.00-Make checks payable to Built by Me
Register at https://www.builtbyme.com/bensalempa
This fun, interactive program will introduce students to coding and robotics using the LEGO® Education Robotics Construction Sets. Children will learn basic programming skills, simple engineering concepts, and the names of the robotic components. They will work in pairs on guided projects building models, attaching sensors and motors, and using a computer to program the model’s behavior. Children will gain confidence and understanding as they build and code their robots.
LEGO® Robotics and Coding with Scratch MIT - On the Go
Sessions: February 3rd-March 9th
Grades 3 to 5
Saturday, 12:15-1:1
Dates—2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/2 and 3/9
Location 4301 Richlieu Road Bensalem Community Park
Cost $170.00—Make checks payable to Built by Me
Register at https://www.builtbyme.com/bensalempa
This fun and interactive program explores many aspects of STEM using LEGO® Essential Education Robotics Construction Sets. Focusing on means of transportation, students will work in pairs to build prototypes as they learn the engineering design process. They will then code their designs with Scratch MIT, a block-based code, to perform various tasks and functions. Young engineers will construct ships and helicopters as they learn and refine their observation, problem-solving, and team-building skills.
Make all checks payable to: Built by Me
Register at https://www.builtbyme.com/bensalempa
SUMMER REC PLAYGROUND EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM IS RETURNING FOR 2024! Limited enrollment!
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to say that the 2023 full day playground camp program held at the Bensalem Community Park was a season full of excitement and an enjoyable fun time was had by all! If you missed out last season, be sure to register early so you don’t miss out on our 2024 season as registration for this program is limited. Enrollment is on a first come first serve basis. This program is open to those entering 1st grade through 6th grade. (ages of participation 6yrs-11 years and may not have completed 7th grade)
Early registration for our full day Playground Camp will begin Thursday 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.
Please be advised this program will have strict guidelines on registrations and enrollment limits, which will be followed! Keep your eyes and ears open for 2024 updates on registration details.
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to say that the 2023 full day playground camp program held at the Bensalem Community Park was a season full of excitement and an enjoyable fun time was had by all! If you missed out last season, be sure to register early so you don’t miss out on our 2024 season as registration for this program is limited. Enrollment is on a first come first serve basis. This program is open to those entering 1st grade through 6th grade. (ages of participation 6yrs-11 years and may not have completed 7th grade)
Early registration for our full day Playground Camp will begin Thursday 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.
Please be advised this program will have strict guidelines on registrations and enrollment limits, which will be followed! Keep your eyes and ears open for 2024 updates on registration details.
2024 YOUTH SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
The Parks and Recreation Department will accept applications for employment with our 2024 summer recreation programs beginning Thursday, February 1st. No applications will be given prior to this date! Applications must be obtained in-person from the Parks and Recreation Department, and applicants must be a Bensalem Resident and 16 years of age at the time the application is acquired. Please be advised that completing an application does not guarantee you a position as programming needs may change for the 2024 season making positions un-available!
Should you decide to complete an application be advised all applications must be returned directly to the Parks and Recreation Department no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, February 16th. If you have additional questions or need further clarification regarding obtaining an application for possible employment, please feel free to contact Parks and Recreation at 215-633-3724 or 215-633-3614.
The Parks and Recreation Department will accept applications for employment with our 2024 summer recreation programs beginning Thursday, February 1st. No applications will be given prior to this date! Applications must be obtained in-person from the Parks and Recreation Department, and applicants must be a Bensalem Resident and 16 years of age at the time the application is acquired. Please be advised that completing an application does not guarantee you a position as programming needs may change for the 2024 season making positions un-available!
Should you decide to complete an application be advised all applications must be returned directly to the Parks and Recreation Department no later than 4 p.m. on Friday, February 16th. If you have additional questions or need further clarification regarding obtaining an application for possible employment, please feel free to contact Parks and Recreation at 215-633-3724 or 215-633-3614.
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