From basketball to ballet, there’s so much for kids to do at Hempfield recCenter! Plus, we’re always adding new programs, so check back often to see what’s happening.
Youth Basketball Camp - ages 5–12
Register for Youth Basketball CampBasic fundamentals and skill development are the focus during this camp.
For beginners to advanced players.
Ages 5–12
Please note: The program guide lists ages 9–12 playing from 1:00–3:00 pm. That time has been updated to 10:00–12:00 pm under code #71970. If you registered your 9–12 youth prior to May 2nd, Program Director Cristine Maser will be in touch. Thank you!
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Pricing member/nonmember |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18–Jun 22 | M–F | 10:00 am–12:00 pm | #71970 | $115M/$125NM |
*NEW* CrunchTime Hoops Camp - grades 3–12
Register for CrunchTime Hoops CampCharlie Parker, a Millersville University All American and Hall of Fame inductee and a former professional basketball player brings to Hempfield recCenter the all-new CrunchTime Hoops basketball camp! Players will practice skill development ranging from fundamentals to pro-level scoring moves. Players will be pushed in drills including ball handling, footwork, scoring, passing, defense, and shooting techniques. Games and competitions provide a fun, competitive atmosphere all week long! Counselors include current and former collegiate players and coaches. Intermediate to advanced players.
Grades 3–12
Registration closes July 31.
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13–Aug 16 | M–Th | 9:00 am–12:00 pm | #73008 | $175/youth |
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13–Aug 16 | M-Th | 1:00 pm–4:00 pm | #73203 | $175/youth |
*NEW* Three-Day Lacrosse Clinic - grades 9–college
The clinic will consist of stick work, offensive and defensive drills, strength and conditioning, and information to grow your knowledge of the sport. All levels welcome. Trainer: Corey Nehlig. Fee: $100/ person
Clinic times: June and July; two-hour sessions for three days in a row. Times available in mornings and afternoons. To schedule dates and times, contact Corey at 717-917-0631; cwnehlig23@gmail.com
Grades 9–college
Youth Outdoor Coed Volleyball Camp - ages 9–15
Register for Youth Outdoor Coed Volleyball CampCamp will focus on how-to-play instruction building basic skills through daily game play.
Campers are grouped by ability.
Instructor: Gary Dimm
Ages 9–15
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price member/nonmember |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11–Jun 15 | M–F | 9:30 am–11:30 am | #71870 | $65M/$75NM |
RPM Junior Tennis Camp - ages 12–18
Two, one-week long camps are designed to help juniors improve their all-around tennis game. At the conclusion of each camp, we will hold a USTA junior tournament for juniors in the surrounding area. Campers that are USTA members will receive free entry into that Tournament.
Ages 12–18
Questions? Please contact Jon Bair at 717-898-3102 ext. 40, or jbair@hempfieldrec.com.
No online registration. Please see the front desk.
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Pricing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 10–14 | Su–Th | Su 4:00 pm–7:00 pm M-Th 9:00 am–4:00 pm | #71481 | $260wk/$65day/$35half day |
| July 8–Jul 12 | Su–Th | Su 4:00 pm–7:00 pm M-Th 9:00 am–4:00 pm | #71481 | $260wk/$65day/$35half day |
National Junior Tennis & Learning - ages 6–15
Register for NJTLFour-week tennis program provides instruction and play for players of all levels. NJTL is a USTA (United States Tennis Association) sponsored program.
Please specify site and time when registering.
Racquets will be provided for those who do not have them.
Price includes a t-shirt.
Ages 6–15
| Date | Day | Time | Level/Location/Code | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 9:30 am–10:30 am | Beginner/A Herr/#70424 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 9:30 am–10:30 am | Beginner/recCenter/#70392 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 9:30 am–10:30 am | Beginner/Mountville/#70418 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 10:30 am–11:30 am | Adv.Beg/A Herr/#70447 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 10:30 am–11:30 am | Adv.Beg/recCenter/#70437 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 10:30 am–11:30 am | Adv.Beg/Mountville/#70442 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Inter/A Herr/#70473 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Inter/recCenter/#70461 | $50/per youth |
| Jun 19–Jul 27 | Tu–F | 11:30 am–12:30 pm | Inter/Mountville/#70468 | $50/per youth |
*NEW* Evening Playground Watch - ages 5–12
Need to run evening errands without the kids? If so, drop your children off at the A. Herr Dream Park and we’ll watch them for you with our trained playground staff supervising! Children will be required to wear a bracelet that identifies them as a participant and no child will be permitted to leave the playground area without being signed out by their guardian. No watch 7/4.
Ages 5–12
| Date | Day | Time | Cost/Per Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 13–Aug 1 | W | 6:00 pm–7:30 pm | $5/per child |
*NEW* Family Scavenger Hunt and Nature Trivia
Register for Family Scavenger HuntThe hunt is on! Bring your family for a night of FREE outdoors fun! You will get a list of items to find in a limited amount of time. We will meet at the pavilion to share our items and have a game of nature trivia. Please bring a container to collect your items. The program requires a moderate amount of walking.
All ages
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 21 | Th | 7:00 pm | #75545 | FREE |
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 26 | Th | 7:00 pm | #75547 | FREE |
*NEW* Four Seasons After-School Golf Clinic - ages 6–18
Register for After-School Golf ClinicWeekly drills will focus on developing skills in all facets of golf, including games and prizes. On-course play will be mixed in throughout the weeks. Four Seasons Golf Club, 949 Church St., Landisville
Instructor: William Gately, certified coach.
Two age groups:
Ages 6–11
Ages 12–18
| Date | Day | Time | #Item | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11–May 30 ages 6–11 | W | 4:30–5:30 pm | #70615 | $80/person |
| Apr 12–May 31 ages 12–18 | Th | 4:30–5:30 pm | #70617 | $80/person |
Four Seasons "Short Tees Golf" Camp - ages 5–9
Register for "Short Tees Golf" CampWeekly, one-hour clinic introduces golf mechanics and fundamentals in a three-level program. Students will play a scaled-down version at Four Seasons golf course. Four Seasons Golf Club, 949 Church St., Landisville
Instructor: William Gately, certified US kids golf coach
Ages 5–9
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price member/nonmember |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12–Aug 7 | Tu | 1:00 pm–2:00 pm | #71874 | $140M/$150NM |
Four Seasons Junior Golf Program - ages 10–17
Register for Four Seasons Junior Golf ProgramWeekly clinics focus on skills culminating with a fun tournament. Each week includes an hour-long skills contest followed by on-course tee-time.
Instructor: William Gately, certified US kids golf coach
Ages 10–17
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price member/nonmember |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12–Aug 7 | Tu | 9:15 am–12:00 pm | #71873 | $140M/$150NM |
Rhythmic Gymnastics - ages 5-12
Register for Rhythmic GymnasticsInstructors: Ken Brennan and Coach Ashley Ogle
An Olympic sport which combines graceful movement with athletic displays of strength. It involves tumbling, ballet and the manipulation of apparatus including ball, hoop, ribbon, clubs, and rope. Classes are ongoing. Returning students will advance to Junior Olympics Level 3 curriculum.
Students should wear gymnastics (sport) leotards with no leggings or shoes. Rhythmic gymnastics shoes are recommended but not required for beginners. Instead, clean low ankle socks may be brought to class for the dance portions but should not be worn at the start of class.
Learn more about Rhythmic Gymnastics at ParadigmGymnastics.com.
Ages 5–12 All levels welcome.
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price (Member/Non-member) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 4–Jun 22 | F | 6:00 pm–6:45 pm | #56227 | $79M/$89NM |
| Jun 29–Aug 17 | F | 6:00 pm–6:45 pm | #73168 | $79M/$89NM |
Youth Ballet - ages 7–14
Register for Youth BalletLearn this classical dance form characterized through grace, the precision of movement, flexibility, and ballet technique.
Participants must wear tights and ballet shoes.
Instructor: Vicki Kassees
Ages 7–14
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price (Member/Non-member) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5–Jun 26 | Tu | 7:15 pm–8:00 pm | #72844 | $34M/$39NM |
| Jul 10–Jul 31 | Tu | 7:15 pm–8:00 pm | #72850 | $34M/$39NM |
Hip Hop Dance - ages 7–14
Register for Hip HopHigh-energy dance moves and steps to today’s popular music.
Students will learn upbeat, modern dance steps and moves.
Instructor: Vicki Kassees
Ages 7–14
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price (Member/Non-member) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 5–Jun 26 | Tu | 6:30 pm–7:15 pm | #72858 | $34M/$39NM |
| Jul 10–Jul 31 | Tu | 6:30 pm–7:15 pm | #72860 | $34M/$39NM |
Youth Flag Football - ages 6–12
Print the Coed Flag Football Registration FormLearn the fundamentals of the sport in a non-competitive league. Players are assigned to teams based on their age and size. Opportunity is given to experience all positions on the field. Each team practices/scrimmages for 1-1/2 hours per week.
• Played on Hempfield recCenter fields, Church St.
• Practice times vary for each team (noon–6:00 pm)
• Game times vary for each team (noon–4:30 pm)
• Bracket A: 6–8-year-olds
• Bracket B: 9–12-year-olds
Registration closes Aug 17th or when filled. Pre-registration is mandatory. Space is limited. Register at the front desk.
Volunteer coaches are needed. Coaches meeting to take place 8/28 7:00 pm
Please contact Cristine Maser cmaser@hempfieldrec.com 717-898-3102 ext 39
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price (Member/Non-member) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 9–Oct 28 | Su | 12:00 pm–6:00 pm | #72867 | $79M/$89NM |
| Date | Day | Time | Code | Price (Member/Non-member) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 9–Oct 28 | Su | 12:00 pm–6:00 pm | #72871 | $79M/$89NM |
2018 Summer Playground - ages 6–13
Print Summer Playground Registration Form Print the Summer Playground Parent Guide40th Year Anniversary!
An ongoing tradition since 1978! Hempfield recCenter’s longest-running program fills your child’s summer vacation with supervised activities at your neighborhood playground. The eight-week program gets kids outdoors, engaged and active! Each week is a different preplanned theme that includes organized games and sports plus optional pool parties and field trips!
Monday–Friday 9:00 am–3:30 pm for eight weeks.
Four sites: A Herr Park • Mountville Park • Silver Spring Park • East Pete Park
Registration must be made in person with the attached registration form.
Registrations received after May 25th will be charged an additional $10 fee.
Field trips and pool parties are available for an additional cost.
Children must be registered for Playground to attend field trips.
Financial assistance is available.
Registration opens April 1st.
Ages 6–13
| Date | Day | Time | Price member/resident/nonresident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 11–Aug 3 | M–F | 9:00 am–3:30 pm | $119M/$139R/$159NR |
Hempfield recCenter Summer Day Camp
Print Summer Day Camp Registration FormLimited Space Available!
Campers are divided into age groups with planned activities including arts & crafts, indoor and outdoor sports, games and themed events. Optional activities (additional fees) include swimming, sports camps, field trips and more! Campers must have completed PreK to 7th grade in 2017–2018 to be eligible.
$50 per family registration fee; full time $170/week; 3-day $130/week; 2-day $95/week
Financial assistance is available. No camp 7/4.
Contact SAC Director Amanda Witherow at 717-898-3102, ext. 33, or
awitherow@hempfieldrec.com for details.
• M–F, day after school ends—Aug 17 (No camp 7/4), 7:00 am–6:00 pm
• Registration fee: $50 per family
• Weekly tuition for two-, three-, or five-day options
• Open to Hempfield residents and nonresidents (slight upcharge to non-residents)
Registration must be made in person.
Please note:
Group A1 – Children currently in PreK / K grade is FULL. Please ask to be placed on the waiting list.
Group A2 – Children currently in 1st grade is FULL. Please ask to be placed on the waiting list.
Group B – Children currently in 2nd grade is FULL. Please ask to be placed on the waiting list.
Group C – Children currently in 3rd grade is FULL. Please ask to be placed on the waiting list.
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