The Dance Lab with Ms J
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December 5, 9, and 16
Mondays/Thursdays, 4-5pm
Island Rec Center
For 4th - 12th Graders
$15/drop in
Students will engage in Dance Classes from genres and techniques in World Dance as well as Dance in America. Students will learn not only learn the correct dance fundamentals, they will also explore the history and culture of each genre. Dance provides 21st Century skills as well as being considered the most beneficial exercise to engage in as it promotes mental health and well being, confidence, physical health and a sense of community.
From Ms. J: I have a BFA in Dance from Ohio State University. After graduating I worked as a professional in tv/film and Broadway in NYC. After relocating to the area I became a Dance teacher for BCSD for ten years. In addition, I was the lead Dance Teacher for the District.
Snowman Swim Camp
Dec 9-12, Mon-Thurs | Registration Opens Nov. 1
Register by December 4 @ 12pm
Ages 5-15
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Box Lacrosse
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Nov 7 - Dec 19
Boys, ages 13-17
Age as of Nov. 1
Tues/Thurs, 6-7:30pm
$90, includes t-shirt
Bristol Sports arena
Boys in middle and high school will meet every Tuesday & Thursday evening at Bristol Sports arena to practice and play box lacrosse.
Seasoned lacrosse veterans, Rick Saba and John Friday will head up lessons, skills, and play.
Please bring/wear: Stick, gloves, helmet, elbow pads, chest/shoulder pads, athletic shoes (no cleats)
Wrestling
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Nov 1 - Dec 31
Must have USAWrestling card https://www.usawmembership.com/
Coed, ages 5-17 | $100/month
Mon/Tues/Thurs, 6-7pm
The Hangar: 12 Finch St, Hilton Head Island
Basic wrestling techniques in 3 styles: folkstyle, freestyle, and Greco Roman. Opportunities to compete in state, regional, and national events. Wrestling is the best self-defense discipline you can learn, period.
Michael Miller, USAWrestling coach for 3 years under the tutelage of Jeff Estrada. Coach Estrada is one of the best coaches in the country with several national champions and countless All-Americans on his resume. Wrestling shoes(required), headgear(optional but recommended)
Youth Flag Rugby 101
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December 14, 10-12pm
Coed, ages 8-14
Barker Field | FREE
Join us for an Introduction to Flag Rugby before the inaugural Youth Flag Rugby season this spring. Come try it out and get excited for your new favorite sport!
Alex MacDonald - retired professional rugby player and Hilton Head native (St Francis and HHIHS). 2X Collegiate All American and 5 years of professional rugby in Europe and Major League Rugby. Accompanied by members of the Hilton Head Rugby Club who are certified coaches by Play Rugby USA
HHI Track Club
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Nov 5 - Feb 21
Reg by Dec. 16
Coed, ages 10-18
Tues-Thur, 5-6:30pm | $40
High School Track Stadium
Our Winter Track Program is designed to help young athletes build strength, endurance and agility in a fun and supportive environment. Through tailored exercises and expert coaching, participants will develop essential fitness skills to enhance their performance in various sports. This program is ideal for preparing athletes for their upcoming seasons or simply improving their physical health.
Coaches Frank Holland, Corey Taylor and Jeremy Press will be facilitating practices and training. Each coach has over 30 years of experience in this field as athlete and a coach.
Please bring/wear: Running attire and water bottle
Soccer Winter Skills Camp
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December 19-21
Coed, Ages 7-12
Thurs & Fri (Dec. 19-20): 6pm-8pm
Sat (Dec. 21st): 9am-1pm
$80/3 days, or $50/Saturday only
Barker Field Extension
Stay sharp and build your soccer skills this winter at the Island Rec Center Winter Skills Soccer Camp! Led by professional coaches, participants will engage in focused skill development and fun, high-energy training.
The soccer lead will be Coach Lindsay Taylor. She is an USSF A Youth Licensed coach with over a decade of coaching experience.
Jesse Eddy Basketball Xmas Skills Sessions
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Dec 21-22
Coed, ages 10-14
Saturday: 9am-12pm
Sunday: 12pm-3pm
Rotary Club Gym | $100
Jesse Eddy has partnered with some local College basketball players to conduct a two-day skills clinic. Participants will sharpen up on ball handling, shooting, passing, defense and skill moves while having fun and engaging with their peers.
Jesse Eddy, Hilton Head native, and local basketball standout played at Armstrong Atlantic State University before going on to the European summer league. As a starting point guard, he led his team to a championship before returning to his home here on Hilton Head to work with developing players. Jesse uses his background in biology, physical therapy, and personal training and his deep passion for and knowledge of the game of basketball to train the next generation of athletes into the best players they can be.
Please bring your own basketball if you have one.
Karate
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Monthly Sessions
Coed, Ages 5-12
Wed & Thurs: 6:15-7:00pm
Fitness Classroom 2 | $125
New students must pay for a uniform. Through this program, you will learn self-confidence, a mixture of cardiovascular endurance, strength training, and flexibility exercises. This will improve reflexes and coordination while increasing strength and stamina. Overall fitness will be achieved.
NFL Flag Football
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Dec 15 - March 2 | Reg by Dec 2
Coed | 8U, 10U, 12U
Ages as if Dec. 1
Sunday Games: 11am-4pm
T, W, Th Games: 6-9pm
Barker Field
$95, includes NFL replica jersey
A fun flag football experience by teams wearing authentic replica NFL jerseys. PLEASE NOTE the season may go on until the first Sunday of March 2025. This will be determined by the need for make-up games, and/or the availability of refs (who are HS kids). Parents, coaches, and players are expected to show the sportsmanship.
We will have a ZERO TOLERANCE policy regarding anyone displaying bad sportsmanship, or being negative towards anyone. rules will be catered for Recreation. NOTE: Please understand that your requests for team assignments (players, friends, coaches, etc) are NOT GUARANTEED.
4-5 Year Old (Future Stars) Bball
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Dec 13 - Jan 31
Register by November 27
Coed, ages 4-5 | Must be 4 by Dec. 1
Fridays, 4:15-4:45pm
$70, includes jersey and ball
Charles Perry Gym
This is a fundamental skill-based learning program. Kids will be taught basic skills of the sport including dribbling, passing, and shooting.
Instructors will be Island Rec Staff employees and volunteer coaches with proper basketball knowledge.
Rec Basketball Leagues
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Jan 4 - March 1
Register by Nov 22
Games on Saturdays between 9am-3pm
Island Rec Center | $95, includes jersey and a ball
Grade groups
Boys: 3rd/4th, 5th/6th, 7th/8th
Girls: 3rd-4th, 5th/6th
Players will be placed on a team with coaches. Practices will begin in December with the team they are on based on the coaches availability. Games will begin on January 4 and finish with the end of season playoffs on March 1.
Led by Island Rec Athletic staff and volunteer coaches
1st/2nd Coed Bball League
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Dec 13 - Feb 7
register by Nov. 22
Coed, 6-8 year olds, as of Nov 22
Games on Fridays, 5-7pm
Charles Perry Gym | $95, includes jersey and a ball
Kids will be placed on teams with a coach after registration. This division will practice and play on Friday evenings. Teams will have practice before Christmas and then play games starting in January into February.
Instructors will be Island Rec Staff employees and volunteer coaches with proper basketball knowledge.
Afterschool Skateboarding Club
Month of November
Coed, ages 7 & up
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 6pm
Bristol Sports Arena
$100/month
Transportation is provided from Rec!
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Climb Club
Month of November
Thursdays | $100/month
For Elementary and Middle School students
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Outdoor Afterschool Club
Month of November
Coed, ages 7 - 14
Mon & Wed, 3:30-6pm
$200/month
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The Dance Lab with Ms J
November & December
Mondays/Thursdays, 4-5pm
Island Rec Center
For 4th - 12th Graders
$80/month, $15/drop in
Students will engage in Dance Classes from genres and techniques in World Dance as well as Dance in America. Students will learn not only learn the correct dance fundamentals, they will also explore the history and culture of each genre. Dance provides 21st Century skills as well as being considered the most beneficial exercise to engage in as it promotes mental health and well being, confidence, physical health and a sense of community.
From Ms. J: I have a BFA in Dance from Ohio State University. After graduating I worked as a professional in tv/film and Broadway in NYC. After relocating to the area I became a Dance teacher for BCSD for ten years. In addition, I was the lead Dance Teacher for the District.
Free Dance Class with Ms J
October 28, 4-5pm
Free | Island Rec Center
For Middle and High Schoolers
Try a Dance Lab Class with Ms. J for FREE on October 28th! The theme for this class is Michael Jackson's Thriller! Sign up for November and December dance session.
Winter Cheer and Dance Clinic
January 24, 26
Register by 1/12/2024 for correct t-shirt size
Must register by 1/23
Coed, ages 4 to 12
Wednesday & Friday
1/24 - 4-5:30pm
1/26 - 6-7:30pm
HHIHS | $60, includes T-shirt and entrance to the basketball game
Participants will learn sideline cheers and chants and half-time performance. Participants will cheer with the Hilton Head High Cheer and Dance teams and perform during half-time. Participants will practice January 24th from 4:00 to 5:30 pm @ the HHIHS cafeteria. Participants will cheer and perform January 26th @ the Hilton Head vs. Bluffton women's game @ 6:00 pm. Participants must register by 1/12/2024 to guarantee correct t-shirt size. Please bring/wear: water bottle and sneakers.
Annette Lee Varsity Cheer Coach 14 years
Tormenta FC Soccer Christmas Camp
Jan 2-5
Coed, ages 4-12
Tues-Fri, 10am-1pm
Barker Field Extension | $150
Tormenta FC Academy is hosting Christmas Soccer Camp at Barker Field where all kids will have fun, make friends, and learn soccer skills. We look forward to having your family work with our master coaches in an amazing environment for learning soccer. The lead instructor is Kian Brownlee who is the Director of Coaching at Tormenta FC Academy.
Kian Brownlee has over twenty years of experience in working with kids in a camp setting where they have fun, develop a love for the game, and gain skills. The kids will love working with Kian and his staff.
Please bring/wear: Water, Soccer shoes, Shinguards, Snacks, soccer ball
Tennis
Mondays | $75
Nov 20 - Dec 18
Register by Nov 20th
Coed, ages 8-17
Mondays, 5-6:30pm
Chaplin Park
Wednesdays | $60
Nov 29 - Dec 20
Register by Nov 29th
Coed, 8-17
Wednesdays, 5-6:30pm
Chaplin Park
This program is for youth novices, beginners, and intermediate players. Beginners progress rapidly by starting with small racquets and low-compression balls. More experienced players are challenged with drills and games based on level. All players receive a combination of technical instruction and fun gameplay to exercise skills. Racquets will be provided to those who do not have them.
Lead coach is local pro Royce Silvan, USPTR certified tennis professional. Our partner for this program, Public Tennis Inc., offers clinics and competitive play opportunities for adults, children and Special Olympics athletes
Please bring/wear: proper shoes, rackets provided if needed