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Victorious -Voices of Praise Youth Choir at Pompey Park.  See Other Activities, Infants - Teens

Instructional Basketball Clinics start Aug 21st! See Athletics/Fitness, Infant thru Teens

Start Smart Football at Pompey Park. See Athletics/Fitness, Infant thru Teens

 

 

 

Please choose one of the following activities:

Aquatics for Everyone
Athletics/Fitness, Adults and Seniors
Athletics/Fitness, Infant thru Teens
Dance, Adults and Seniors
Dance, Infant thru Teens
Games, Adults and Seniors
Games, Youths and Teens
Arts & Crafts, Adults and Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Infant - Teens
Other Activities, Adults and Seniors
Other Activities, Infants - Teens
Aquatics for Everyone

 

Beach/Ocean

Ocean Safety Awareness
Ocean Safety Awareness Classes are scheduled upon request at your location or  the Ocean Rescue Headquarters. The class covers ocean safety information about rip currents, man-o-war jellyfish, lightning / severe weather, the Delray Wreck, and  other beach related topics.

For more information or to make arrangements, please contact Jane at the Ocean Rescue Headquarters at (561) 243-7352.

 

Junior Lifeguard
Ages:     11 - 17 years old
Dates:    Summer Session June 11th - 29th
Days:     Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
Time:      9:00 am - 11:30 am
Cost:      $75.00
Location: Anchor Park (Beach), 340 S. Ocean Blvd.
Contact:  Nina or Jane, (561) 243-7352
Participants will learn lifesaving techniques, including first aid and use of real lifesaving equipment. A swim test is required for anyone who has not participated in the program previously. Space is limited to 50 participants.

 

Pompey Park Pool

Swim Bucks
Now, it's a lot easier to learn how to swim. The Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County has partnered with the City of Delray Beach to provide "Swim Bucks" certificates to those who need financial assistance. Participants must meet certain qualifications. For more information, contact Anna Plotkin, 50 S. Military Trail, #101, West Palm Beach, FL  33415.  (561) 616-7068

 

Water Safety for Everyone
Children will learn how to recognize and prevent dangerous situations and learn water safety skills that will help them in most aquatic emergency's. This program is for schools as an educational field trip, daycares, group presentations and general public for all ages. This program is held at Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street and Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive. Call (561) 243-7358 for more information.

 

Annual Pool Passes are available. Download the application for more information.

 

Jr. Lifeguard
Ages:        8 - 15 years old
Dates:       June 9th - 30th
Days:        Saturdays
Time:         
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost:         Please call
Location:   Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street and Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7358, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Children will learn lifesaving skills with hands on experience; proper use of rescue equipment, surveying the water & standard first aid.

 

Barracudas Swim Team
Ages:        5 - 17 years old
Dates:       ongoing
Days:        Tuesdays thru Fridays
Time:         
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location:   Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7358, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
South Florida Recreational Swim League. Swimmers build competitive swim skills and participate in swim meets in South Florida.

 

50 Mile Swim Club
Ages:       15 years old to adult
Days:        Monday thru Saturday
Cost:        admission to pool
Location:   Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7358, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us

Lap swim only. Once participants complete 50 miles, their name will be engraved on a plaque hanging in the facility. 

 

Individual Instructional Swim Lessons
Ages:        all ages
Days:        Tuesdays thru Thursday
Time:         varies, please call
Cost:         $40.00 for 6 classes
Location:   Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7358, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us

Learn how to swim one-on-one with swim instructors. All of the instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and will provide quality swim lessons for all swim students. All swim lessons follow the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program.

 

 

Delray Swim & Tennis Club

Swim Bucks
Now, it's a lot easier to learn how to swim. The Drowning Prevention Coalition of Palm Beach County has partnered with the City of Delray Beach to provide "Swim Bucks" certificates to those who need financial assistance. Participants must meet certain qualifications. For more information, contact Anna Plotkin, 50 S. Military Trail, #101, West Palm Beach, FL  33415.  (561) 616-7068

 

Water Safety for Everyone
Children will learn how to recognize and prevent dangerous situations and learn water safety skills that will help them in most aquatic emergency's. This program is for schools as an educational field trip, daycares, group presentations and general public for all ages. This program is held at Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street and Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive. Call (561) 243-7358 for more information.

 

Annual Pool Passes are available. Download the application for more information.

 

50 Hour Work-out
Ages:       All Ages
Days:       ongoing
Cost:        admission to pool
Location:   Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7358, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us

Anyone attending the Water Exercise Class or exercising on their own can keep track of the hours working out at the Delray Swim & Tennis Club. When completing a "50 Hour Work-Out," participants will receive an award with their name on it and their name placed on a plaque in the aquatic's office. 

 

 

 

Individual Instructional Swim Lessons
Ages:        all ages
Days:        Tuesdays thru Thursday
Time:         varies, please call
Cost:         $40.00 for 6 classes
Location:   Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7358, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us

Learn how to swim one-on-one with swim instructors. All of the instructors are certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors and will provide quality swim lessons for all swim students. All swim lessons follow the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program.

 

Water Exercise
Ages:         All ages
Days:        Saturdays
Time:         10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost:         Admission to pool ($2.00 adults; $1.00 seniors) or Free with Annual Pool Pass.
Location:   Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7079, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
A low impact aquatic exercise program for all ages interested in keeping fit in an aquatic setting. This call will increase ones heart rate and strengthen muscles.

 

Jr. Lifeguard
Ages:        8 - 15 years old
Dates:       June 9th - 30th
Days:        Saturdays
Time:         
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cost:         Please call

Location:   Pompey Park Pool, 1101 NW 2nd Street and Delray Swim & Tennis Club, 2350 Jaeger Drive
Contact:    Nina Caliendo, (561) 243-7358, caliendo@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Children will learn lifesaving skills with hands on experience; proper use of rescue equipment, surveying the water & standard first aid.


 

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Athletics/Fitness, Adults and Seniors

For adult leagues, please visit our Adult Athletic Leagues Page. (Baseball, Softball, and Basketball)

 

Delray Beach Walkers
Ages:       All
Days:       Thursdays
Time:        8:30 am
Cost:        Free
Location:  meets at Veterans Park
Contact:   Melissa Backus (561) 243-7350 or Jane Foster (561) 243-7352
Come join the Delray Beach Walkers Club!  Walking is for seniors, moms, kids and anyone wanting to begin getting active!  It is a great opportunity to improve your health, make new friends, and enjoy the beautiful vistas Delray Beach has to offer. Receive a free t-shirt after walking 50 miles!  Additional miles can be earned on your own time by turning in your "honor system" walking log to Ocean Rescue Headquarters (340 South Ocean Blvd.) or Veterans Park Staff (802 NE 1st Street). Walker must be able to walk 1-2 miles without assistance, wear walking shoes/sneakers, bring a bottle of water, bring a pedometer to count your steps, wear sun screen


 

Shuffleboard
Ages:        Adult (18 years and up)
Days:        Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Time:         9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:         $10.00 yearly, includes supplies
Location:    Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:    Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
A fun game involving skill and strategy enjoyed by all ages and abilities. We have cues and discs available for you to try it out.

Open-Play Tennis
Ages:      All
Days:      Daily
Time:       During Operational Hours; please call to reserve court time.
Cost:       Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   Kacy Young, (561) 243-7356, youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Want to play a leisurely game of tennis? This program is just the thing for you. Call Pompey Park to reserve your court now. Please bring your own equipment.

Tennis Lessons with the Pro
Ages:      Adult (18 years old and up)
Days:      Monday thru Thurs
Time:       9:00 am, 10:00 am, 11:00 am
Cost:       Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   Kacy Young, (561) 243-7356, youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
This program is offered to adults who would like to learn to play tennis, help to improve their game, or just looking for a hitting partner. Individuals or groups are welcome. Please bring your own racquet. Call to schedule your appointment.

 

Tai Chi for Beginners
Ages:                All
Days/Time:     Mondays, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
                          Saturdays, 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Cost:                $15.00 per class
Location:         Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:          Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Tai Chi offers many health benefits for balancing body, mind and spirit. It strengthens the Immune System by improving the functions of the circulatory, nervous, respiratory, digestive and endocrine systems. Learn natural ways to relieve tension, stress and pains. Certified Instructor.



Yoga

Ages:          Adult (18 years old and up)
Days:          Wednesdays  and Fridays
Time:          9:00 am - 10:00 am
Cost:          $45.00 for residents; $50.00 for non-residents; for 6 classes
Location:   Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:    Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Yoga is a peaceful effort to enhance your life. Elongate the spine with warm ups and postures. Relax and integrate. Transform with simple breathing, sounds and silence. Please bring your yoga mat. Taught by a certified instructor. Beginners are welcome.

 

Stretch and Tone Class
Ages:          Adult (18 years old and up)
Days:          Mondays
Time:          12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Cost:          $15.00 per class
Location:   Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:    Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
A  45 minute body sculpting class offered once a week. It is a total stretch and toning class. Each muscle group is targeted by specific exercises with the use of resistance tubing and hand held weights. Also included are exercises to increase your flexibility and specific exercises to improve balance. Students are encouraged to bring their own weights, hand towels, and water.

 


Aerobics
Ages:             Adult (18 years and up)
Dates:           Ongoing, please call for next session
Days/Time:  Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 am;
                       Tuesday, Thursday 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Contact:        Sandy Hughes, (561) 272-7897
First 2 weeks of each session are at no obligation. Bring a friend and dance at 1/2 price! Creative routines that work all muscles, burn calories, improve cardiovascular fitness, reduce stress, and help you to lose weight.

 

Adult Open-Play Basketball (Indoor)
Ages:        18 Years old and Up
Days:        Monday
Time:        7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Cost:         $2.00
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:    Kacy Young or Ben Leonard, (561) 243-7356
5-on-5 Full Court Organized Pick-up basketball games.

 

Open-Play Basketball (Outdoor)
Ages:         All
Days:         Daily
Time:         During Operational Hours
Cost:          Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:    (561) 243-7356
This program is for players who prefer informal play on an outside court. Come on down, bring a friend or two, or join a pick up game. Equipment available or bring your own.

 

Over 30 Open Gym Basketball
Ages:       30 years and up
Days:       Tuesday 
Time:        7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Cost:        Free
Location:  Community Center, 50 NW 1st Ave.
Contact:   (561) 243-7250
This program is for players, 30 years old and up, who prefer informal play in a gymnasium. Come on down, bring a friend or two, and join a pick up game. Equipment available or bring your own. Proper ID required.

 

Lawn bowling Membership Drive
Free Instruction
Ages:        Adult (18 years and up)
Days:        Thursdays 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm; Saturdays 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm; by appointment only
Cost:         Free
Location:  Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:    Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
The Delray Beach Lawn Bowling Club invites the public to learn the game as part of our winter membership drive. About the game:  A white ball, a little larger than a golf ball, called the Jack, is rolled about a hundred feet and is centered on the rink. As in Bocce, the closest bowl to the Jack scores points. However, the bowls are not quite round. When they are rolled, the path makes a slight arc, rather than going straight.

 

Lawn Bowling
Ages:        Adult (18 years and up)
Days:        Monday, Wednesday and Fridays
Time:        9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:         $30.00 yearly
Location:  Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:    Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Enjoy a sport that takes skill and practice. The basics of the game are easy to learn, but to play at a competitive level, the game requires skill and practice. Lawn bowling provides an opportunity to participate in physical activity and enjoy a competitive sport if you wish. Everyone is welcome. Call for tournament information.

 

Badminton
Ages:        Adult (18 years and up)
Days:        Monday 10:30 am
                  Thursday 7:30 pm
                  Sunday 2:30 pm
Cost:         Free
Location:  Community Center, 50 NW 1st Ave.
Contact:    (561) 243-7250
Badminton is a heart-pumping fun sport that explores speed changes, reaction time demands and muscular strength and endurance challenges. This Olympic sport offers benefits to all who pick up a racket and a shuttle for a test outing on the court. Bring your own racquet and shuttlecock.

 

Open-Play Racquetball
Ages:       15 years old - Adult
Days:       Daily
Time:       During Operational Hours
Cost:        Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   Kacy Young, (561) 243-7356, youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Relieve some stress on the racquetball courts. Courts are 3-wall, outdoor. Please bring your own equipment

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Athletics/Fitness, Infant thru Teens

For youth leagues, please visit our Youth Athletic Leagues Page. (Basketball, Softball, T-Ball, Baseball, Soccer, Football, Cheerleading, Track and Field, Swim Team)

 

Start Smart Soccer
Dates:            Sept. 15th - Oct. 20th
Ages:             3 - 7 years old
Days:             Saturdays
Time:             10:30 am - 11:30 am
Cost:              $5.00
Location:     Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th St.
Contact:      Prentice Mobley or Samantha Roland, (561) 243-7194
The Start Smart Soccer program is open to youngsters (ages three to seven) whose parents or guardian are able to attend the six, one-hour sessions. The Start Smart Soccer program targets parents who want to help their child develop basic motor skills such as basic foot work, ball handling, scoring goals, passing, and running agility that are needed to participate in organized soccer. The program will teach parents the proper way to develop those skills with their children, while building their confidence, which will enable them to enjoy participation in soccer programs. A variety of innovative products will be utilized to enhance child development.
Download the Registration Form and mail it or drop it off in person with your registration fee to:  Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th ST., Delray Beach, FL  33444

Delray Beach Walkers
Ages:       All
Days:       Thursdays
Time:        8:30 am
Cost:        Free
Location:  meets at Veterans Park
Contact:   Melissa Backus (561) 243-7350 or Jane Foster (561) 243-7352
Come join the Delray Beach Walkers Club!  Walking is for seniors, moms, kids and anyone wanting to begin getting active!  It is a great opportunity to improve your health, make new friends, and enjoy the beautiful vistas Delray Beach has to offer. Receive a free t-shirt after walking 50 miles!  Additional miles can be earned on your own time by turning in your "honor system" walking log to Ocean Rescue Headquarters (340 South Ocean Blvd.) or Veterans Park Staff (802 NE 1st Street). Walker must be able to walk 1-2 miles without assistance, wear walking shoes/sneakers, bring a bottle of water, bring a pedometer to count your steps, wear sun screen

Pompey Park Track Club
Ages:        8 - 15 years old
Days:        Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
Time:        4:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Cost:         $30.00
Location:  Register at Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd St. Practices held at the former Atlantic High School off Seacrest Blvd.
Contact:  Kacy Young (561) 243-7356, youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
This program will introduce girls and boys the sport of track and field. The team is registered with the United States of America Track and Field (USATF) organization. Every athlete on the team will receive an individual USATF membership. Download Track Club Schedule of Events

Start Smart Football
Dates:           Aug. 20 - Oct. 1 (no session on Labor Day, Sept. 3)
Ages:            3 - 5 years old
Days:            Mondays
Time:             6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost:             $5.00
Location:       Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd St.
Contact:        Kacy Young, (561) 243-7356 or
youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Start Smart Football is an 6-week instructional program that helps parents work one-on-one with their children while teaching them the basics of football. The program helps prepare children for organized football by using safe and fun equipment to teach them the basic motor skills needed to compete. Start Smart Football is open to children, 3 to 5 years old, who can attend each session with their parent or another significant adult.

Flag Football
Ages:          17 years old and under
Days:          Sundays
Time:           6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost:           Free
Location:     Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th St.
Contact:      Prentice Mobley, (561) 243-7194
Youth will engage in competition through flag football games and regulations.

 

Open-Play Tennis
Ages:        All
Days:        Daily
Time:        During Operational Hours; please call to reserve your court
Cost:         Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   (561) 243-7356
Want to play a leisurely game of tennis? This program is just the thing for you. Call Pompey Park to reserve your court now. Please bring your own equipment.

 

Open-Play Racquetball
Ages:      15 years old - Adult
Days:      Daily
Time:       During Operational Hours
Cost:       Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   Kacy Young, (561) 243-7356, youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Relieve some stress on the racquetball courts. Courts are 3-wall, outdoor. Please bring your own equipment

 

Karate
Ages:      13 - 19 years old
Days:      Tuesdays
Time:       5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost:       Free
Location:  "505" Teen Center, 505 SE 5th Ave.
Contact:   Matthew Carbone, (561) 243-7158, carbone@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Officer Adam Rosenthal will instruct students in three stages: first will cover techniques and stances of Karate, the second stage will cover Kickboxing and the third stage will cover Judo and ground fighting. Officer Rosenthal has over 15 years experience in Kickboxing, Karate, Judo and Ju-Jitsu. He has competed in international and state level tournaments. He has 9 years experience in law-enforcement and 6 years on SWAT Team.

 

Tai Chi for Beginners
Ages:                All
Days/Time:     Mondays, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
                          Saturdays, 10:15 am - 11:15 am
Cost:                $15.00 per class
Location:         Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:          Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Tai Chi offers many health benefits for balancing body, mind and spirit. It strengthens the Immune System by improving the functions of the circulatory, nervous, respiratory, digestive and endocrine systems. Learn natural ways to relieve tension, stress and pains. Certified Instructor.

 

Instructional Basketball Clinics
Ages:      8 - 15 years old
Days:      Tuesdays, Thursdays
Time:       6:30 - 7:30 pm
Cost:       $10.00
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   Kacy Young or Coach Kevin Huggins, (561) 243-7356
Learn the fundamentals of basketball. Girls and boys will have a chance to develop their basic motor skills such as dribbling/ ball handling, shooting, passing/catching, and running/agility that are needed to participate in organized basketball.

Basketball 101
Dates:     Ongoing
Ages:      8 years old and up
Days:      Tuesdays and Fridays
Time:       6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost:       Free
Location:  Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th St.
Contact:   Prentice Mobley, or Rohan Sutherland (561) 243-7194
Participants will learn basic skills through drill orientations and game simulations. Focus on the fundamentals (shooting, passing, dribbling, and defense) of the sport. This class if for all ages interested in learning the basics of the game of basketball.

 

Open-Play Basketball (Indoor)
Ages:       All
Days:       Monday thru Friday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
               Saturdays 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
               Sundays 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Cost:        Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   Kacy Young or Ben Leonard, (561) 243-7356
This program is for players who prefer informal play in a gymnasium. Come on down, bring a friend or two, or join a pick up game. Equipment available or bring your own.

 

Open-Play Basketball (Outdoor)
Ages:       All
Days:       Daily
Time:        During Operational Hours
Cost:        Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   (561) 243-7356
This program is for players who prefer informal play on an outside court. Come on down, bring a friend or two, or join a pick up game. Equipment available or bring your own.

 

Basketball  Tournaments
Ages:      12 - 19 years old
Days:      Every other Saturday 
Cost:       Free
Location:  "505" Teen Center, 505 SE 5th Ave.
Contact:   Matthew Carbone, (561) 243-7158, carbone@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Staff members will set up tournaments throughout the year. Show up on Saturday afternoons with basketball gear and an enthusiastic attitude ready to compete and learn. Weather permitting
.

 

Skate Park Tournament
Ages:      7 - 19 years old
Days:      Every other Saturday
Time:       TBA
Cost:       Free
Location:  "505" Teen Center, 505 SE 5th Ave.
Contact:   Matthew Carbone, (561) 243-7158, carbone@ci.delray-beach.fl.us

 

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Dance, Adults and Seniors

Ballroom Dance
Ages:             Adult (18 years old and up)
Days/Time:  Tuesday 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Cost:             $7.00 per class
Location:      Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:       Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us 
Learn the basics of the fox trot, rumba, waltz and more! All levels are welcome. Partners are not needed. 

 

Folk Dance
Ages:       18 years and up
Days:       Tuesday
Time:       12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cost:        $4.00 per person per class
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:    Esther Mazor, (561) 488-0664 or (561) 617-1560
Learning new dances from around the world and dancing for fun and exercise.

 

Folk Dancing
Ages:             Adult (18 years old and up)
Days/Time:  Thursday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:             $4.00 weekly
Location:      Community Center, 50 NW 1st Ave.
Contact:       (561) 243-7250
Dances from many different  countries that have been passed on for centuries. 

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Dance, Infant thru Teens

Kinderdance
Ages:        Kindertots 2 years old
                  Kinderdance 3 to 5 years old
Days:        Wednesdays
Time:        Kindertots 11:30 am - 12:00 pm
                  Kinderdance 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Location:  Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st St.
Contact:    Kim (561) 866-6532 or Melissa (561) 243-7350
Kinderdance is a planned developmental dance/movement and fitness program stressing the basics of Ballet, Tap, Acrobatics, and Creative Dance while blending educational concepts. Class is 1 hour  long weekly.  Kindertots is a pre-Kinderdance program that promotes social and gross motor skills, physical development, and body awareness while learning numbers, colors, shapes, and songs.  Two year olds love going to their own special class!  Kindertots is ½ hour weekly.  Boys welcome in both classes!

Dress comfortably and safely for class.  Girls in leotards and boys in shorts and t-shirt.  Kinderdance participants will need ballet and tap shoes.  Kindertot participants may wear ballet shoes or dance in bare feet.  No stocking feet.  If you would like to purchase dance clothing or shoes from Kinderdance directly, call Kim at 561-866-6532.

 

South Florida Dynamics/Baton Twirling
Ages:        4 - 20 years old
Days:        Wednesday
Time:        4:15 pm - 7:30 pm
Location:  Community Center, 50 NW 1st Ave.
Contact:    Jeanne Chwalik, (561) 276-4603
Learn to twirl a baton in a choreographed routine. This group holds awards on National, Regional and State Levels.

 

The Delray Divas
Ages:        Grades K - 12th
Days:        Monday & Thursday
Time:         5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:         Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:    Rhonda Williams-Turner (561) 243-7356, williamsr@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
This is a dance/step group that practices during the week and performs at local activities and competitions in Florida. For additional information on the Delray Divas, please visit their web page.

 

Teen Dances
Ages:        Middle/High School Ages
Days:        Two Fridays a month
Time:        9:00 pm - midnight
Cost:         $5.00 entry fee
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:   Rhonda Williams-Turner (561) 243-7356, williamsr@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Pompey Park provides this safe outlet for Middle and High School age youths. A fun filled evening of music and dancing.

 

Irish Dancing
Ages:       4 - 17 years old
Days:       Thursday
Time:       Beginners 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
                  Advanced 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cost:        $90.00 for residents; $100.00 for non-residents; for 8 classes
Location:  Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:    Melissa Backus, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us, (561) 243-7350
Basic Irish step dancing for children. Taught by the Harling Irish Dance Academy. Beginners and advanced dancers are welcome.

 

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Games, Adults and Seniors

Open-Play Game Room
Ages:               All
Days/Time:    Mon. thru Fri. 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Sat. 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Cost:               Free
Location:        Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:         (561) 243-7356
Ping Pong, Air Hockey, billiards, foosball, play station games. Must sign in and follow posted rules of play. Competitions/Tournaments TBA.



ACBL Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge Game
Ages:          Adult (18 years and up)
Days:          Saturday
Time:          12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cost:          $5.00 per person/weekly, includes supplies
Location:   Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:     Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Enjoy an afternoon of playing ACBL Sanctioned Duplicate Bridge. Refreshments are included in the cost.

 

Senior Bridge
Ages:             Adult (18 years and up)
Days:            Thursday and Sunday
Time:            1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Cost:             Yearly
                       $11.50 for residents and $1.00 per game
                       $17.50 for non residents and $2.00 per game
Location:      Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:       Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, Backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Bridge enhances the Immune System, according to a preliminary study by researchers at UC Berkeley. All experienced players are welcome. Partners are not needed.

 

Chess 
Ages:          Adult (18 years and up)
Days:          Friday
Time:          12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost:           Yearly
                     $15.00 for residents
                     $20.00 for non-residents
Location:    Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:      Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Enjoy the game of chess? Bring your board or just stop by and join other chess enthusiasts for a challenging game. Knowledge of the game necessary. All levels are welcome.

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Games, Youths and Teens

Open-Play Game Room
Ages:               All
Days/Time:    Mon. thru Fri. 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm; Sat. 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Cost:               Free
Location:        Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street
Contact:         (561) 243-7356
Ping Pong, Air Hockey, billiards, foosball, play station games. Must sign in and follow posted rules of play. Competitions/Tournaments TBA.

 

Video Game Tournament
Ages:  13 to 19 years old
Days:  Sundays
Time:   3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Cost:  Free
Location:  "505" Teen Center, 505 SE 5th Ave.
Contact:  Matthew Carbone, (561) 243-7158,
carbone@ci.delray-beach.fl.us

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Arts & Crafts, Adults and Seniors

Acrylics Art Class
Ages:             Adult (18 years old and up)
Days/Time:  Thursdays 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Cost:             for 6 classes
                       Residents $50.00
                       Non Residents $55.00
                       plus supplies
Location:      Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:        Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Local instructor will teach basic acrylic painting techniques to beginners and available for instruction to advanced painters as well. Call for list of supplies needed.

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Arts & Crafts, Infant - Teens

Craftivity
Dates:           June 20 - Aug. 8 (registration required by June 13)
Ages:             4 - 5 years
Days:             Wednesdays
Time:            2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Cost:             Residents $135.00
                       Non Residents $145.00
                       includes supplies; for 7 weeks
Instructors:   Katie Rowe, Pediatric Nurse
                       Stacy Jovine, Occupational Therapist
Location:      Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street
Contact:        Melissa Backus, (561) 243-7350, backus@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
All developmental levels and abilities are welcome. By combining different therapeutic techniques and teaching strategies to improve learning through hands on exploration, this class will enhance preschool-age skill development and learning.  We work on areas of development such as sensory processing skills, body awareness, socialization and gross and fine motor skills.  Your child will benefit by being challenged weekly through multi-sensory experiences that include play, story-time, self-expression, movement through music, and arts & crafts.

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Other Activities, Adults and Seniors

AARP "55 Alive" Mature Driving Class
For dates, times and cost please call (561) 272-5807 or (561) 243-7250. The AARP Driver Safety Program is the Nation's first and largest classroom driver refresher course.

 

Open-Use Computer Lab
Ages:                All
Days/time:       Mon. thru Fri. 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm; Sat. 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Cost:                 Free
Location:          Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street.
Contact:           Rhonda Williams-Turner, (561) 243-7356, williamsr@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
Take advantage of our computers. You can surf the web, type a report, or complete your homework. It's open and available for you. Lab is open to the public weekly unless in use for scheduled instruction training classes. Must sign internet use policy agreement and parent permission slip required if under 18 years old.

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Other Activities, Infants - Teens

"Victorious" Voices of Praise Youth Choir
Dates:              Starts September 5
Days/Times:   Tuesday 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm & Saturday 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Ages:                 8 - 18 years old
Cost:                 $50.00
Location:          Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street.
Contact:           Rhonda Williams-Turner, (561) 243-7356, williamsr@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
The choir will perform at special events and various sites throughout South Florida under the direction of Tim L. Kitchens. To register, download the application and return it with payment to Pompey Park.


Kindermusik
Dates:      Fall Session (15 weeks) begins Sept. 11
Ages:        newborn to 4 years
Days:        Tuesday
Times:      Please Call
Cost:          Please Call; plus supplies
Location:   Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street.
Contact:  Carol Ann Birtwell at (561) 706-7209, or Melissa Backus (561) 243-7350
Kindermusik offers a complete music program where both children and parents learn through music and movement. Kindermusik curricula are designed to be developmentally appropriate – each child is encouraged to learn at his or her own pace. Details on materials can be found on www.shakerattlenroll.com

 

Hispano-Latino Cultural Alliance, Inc.
Ages:       6 - 18 years old
Days:       Thursday
Time:       6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Cost:        Free
Location:  Community Center, 50 NW 1st Ave.
Contact:   Janie Ramirez, (561) 276-3396

 

Building Bridges
Ages:        Grades 6th – 12th
Cost:         Free
Location:  Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street.
Contact:    Rhonda Williams, (561) 243-7356
This program will assist the parents, coaches and the school with their students to help make students more successful.


 

ACT and SAT Practice Testing
Dates:              Please Call
Ages:                Students from 8th grade through 12th grade
Days:                Saturday
Time:                Tests begin promptly at 9:00 am. Check-in 8:30 am

Cost:                 Free
Location:          Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street.
Contact:           Rhonda Williams, (561) 243-7356, williamsr@ci.delray-beach.fl.us
These tests are being administered to assist students with comprehension in order to achieve a better success rate on the actual test. Students will receive a score for each practice test and will be able to review sections in order to improve on their areas of difficulty.

 

Music Studio
Ages:       15 - 19 years old
Days:       Monday - Friday
Time:       4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location:  "505" Teen Center, 505 SE 5th Ave.
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