Programs and Events
There's a Program for Everyone in Colonie!
There's something for everyone to do in Colonie during each season, especially during the spring and summer months. As the weather warms up, the Colonie Parks & Recreation Department is excited for you to discover and indulge in all of the wonderful things the Town of Colonie has to offer. Town of Colonie Parks and Recreation department offers several programs listed below.
Learn to Swim
The Parks and Recreation Department offers a five level Learn–to–Swim Program. The program is taught by our pool lifeguard staff at the Colonie Mohawk River Park Pool. All swimmers will be evaluated during their first class and groups may be adjusted as necessary. The program at the town pool is a two-week program that begins at the end of June through the beginning of July.
Learn to Swim
See flyer for registration and more information. You can also apply online using the link below.
Download Registration Form Apply onlineLearn to Swim
This program is open to Town of Colonie children who are 6 years or older. All swimmers will be evaluated during their first class and groups may be adjusted as necessary. Both programs are taught by our pool lifeguard staff at the Colonie Mohawk River Park Pool. Your child will learn new aquatic skills or reinforce skills that they may already possess, while having a fun and enjoyable experience!
Dates
June 26th – July 7th, 2023; Monday through Friday (no classes July 4th)
Times
9:30am – 10:15am
Fee
$100 per session
Registration
Registration will be accepted online, in person or by mail at the Parks and Recreation Office
Eligibility
Children must be a Town of Colonie resident and 6 years or older by June 26, 2023
Summer Enrichment Program
Summer Enrichment Tennis Camp (Daytime Program)
Beginner and Advanced Tennis Lessons are offered.
Beginner Lessons are designed for children with 0 to 5 years of tennis experience and will include:
- basic hand eye coordination
- beginning tennis skills
- warm up exercises
- tennis games and skills to reinforce tennis skills
- rules of the game and court etiquette
Advanced Lessons will provide more advanced instruction for students looking to improve their tennis skills. Students will participate in both doubles and singles matches while reinforcing each students' skills and abilities.
Dates
June 26th - June 30th, 2023
July 3rd - July 7th, 2023 (**4 days)
July 10th - July 14th, 2023 *** All Spots Filled for Morning Session
July 17th - July 21st, 2023
July 24th - July 28th, 2023
July 31st - August 4th, 2023
Times
9:00am – 12:00pm (Morning Session Ages 5-18)
1:00pm – 4:00pm (Afternoon Session Ages 8-18)
9:00am - 4:00pm (Full Day Sessions Ages 9-18)
Ages
Children age 5-18
Fee (Resident/Non-Resident)
Sessions July 3-7
Morning Session: $100/$128
Afternoon Sesssion: $88/$112
Full Day Session: $160/$184)
All other session dates
Morning Session: $125/$160
Afternoon Session: $110/$140
Full Day Session: $200/$230
Late pick up fees: $10.00/child for the first 15 minutes
$1.00/child for each additional minute
Late fee due upon pick up
Requisites
Campers should wear sneakers, bring a tennis racquet and a bottle of water. Full day campers need to bring extra water and a lunch.
Junior Golf Classes (Enrichment Program)
Juniors will be introduced to all facets of the game including the golf swing, short game, putting, rules and etiquette in a fun atmosphere. For sign up information, visit JuniorGolf NY.
Tennis Program (Evening)
The Town of Colonie Parks and Recreation department is offering a five-week (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Intermediate) Tennis Instructional Program for children and families at various tennis court locations in North and South Colonie.
Dates
Beginning July 10th, 2023
Times
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fee
$30.00 - Colonie Resident Child (Ages 5-18 years)
$40.00 - Nonresident Child (Ages 5-18 years)
$40.00 - Colonie Resident Adult
$50.00 - Nonresident Adult
Musical Groups
The Colonie Town Band in their 50th of operation, consists of groups of volunteer musicians who perform at various sites throughout the Capital District throughout the year. The Parks and Recreation Department also sponsors The Memorial Concert Band of Colonie. The band plays concerts in the Mark Cornell Auditorium at Colonie Central High School. For more information about joining either band or choir, or for concert schedules, please call the Parks and Recreation Office at (518) 783-2760.
