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Sunday April 12, 2026
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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Spring Pickleball for Adults - Spring Pickleball for Adults - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 10:30am-12:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 9:30-11:30am Day: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 15 & Up
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Spring Youth Pickleball - Spring Youth Pickleball - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 1:00 – 2:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 12:00 – 1:30pamDay: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 7-15
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Sunday April 19, 2026
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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Spring Pickleball for Adults - Spring Pickleball for Adults - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 10:30am-12:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 9:30-11:30am Day: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 15 & Up
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Spring Youth Pickleball - Spring Youth Pickleball - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 1:00 – 2:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 12:00 – 1:30pamDay: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 7-15
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Sunday April 26, 2026
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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Spring Pickleball for Adults - Spring Pickleball for Adults - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 10:30am-12:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 9:30-11:30am Day: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 15 & Up
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Spring Youth Pickleball - Spring Youth Pickleball - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 1:00 – 2:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 12:00 – 1:30pamDay: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 7-15
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Sunday May 3, 2026
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Spring Weekend Horseback Riding - Spring Horseback Riding Session A
A.J. Stables located 1040 East Mountain Road in Westfield, has acres of beautiful pasture and trails. Programs have been created for your child to enjoy a bit of the country in the city. Spend a day on the farm experiencing how to care for and ride a horse. Each day you child will receive a riding lesson and learn about feeding, grooming, and maintenance associated with horses. Participants will experience brushing, tacking, cleaning, walking etc. All lessons are conducted by a Massachusetts Licensed Riding Instructor. All programs take place at A. J. Stables. You must register your child(ren) through the parks and recreation office using a program registration form. When dropping off children please drive to the back of the property. PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY. Program GuidelinesNo sandals or open toed shoes Provide backpack for personal itemsWear long pants for riding horses Bring rain coat on rainy days No canvass sneakers Program held rain or shineBring snack/drinks-will set aside time Apply sunscreen/bug spray before arriving Participants will get dirty so please wear appropriate clothing. Department will provide riding helmets on a loan basis for each riding session.Parents/Guardians are requested to leave the farm after they drop their child(ren) off and not linger around the farm. Pictures can be taken on Thursday of each session. Weekend Horseback Riding Date: Session A May 2 -3 Day: Saturday – Sunday Session B May 30 -31 Session C June 6 – 7 Session D June 13 – 14 Session E Aug. 22 – 23 Age: 6 – 14 Time: 9:00am - 12noonFee: $125 per child Max: 25
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10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Spring Pickleball for Adults - Spring Pickleball for Adults - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 10:30am-12:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 9:30-11:30am Day: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 15 & Up
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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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Spring Youth Pickleball - Spring Youth Pickleball - Session A
Have you ever played pickleball? Ever went to the courts and asked yourself if you're doing it right? In front of friends and family? Come learn the rules, basic practices of the game and most importantly how to have fun! Intro to pickleball is designed to help you learn to play the game independently and go home with things you can practice on your own. Athletic shoes from basketball to tennis and anything in between are highly recommended. Date: Session A - April 12, 19, 26, May 3, & 10 Time: 1:00 – 2:30pm Session B - May 17, 24, 31, June 7, & 14 Time: 12:00 – 1:30pamDay: Sunday Fee: $65.00 Location: Municipal Playground Max: 10Instructor: Lucas Castro Ages: 7-15
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4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Spring Field Hockey Clinic - Spring Field Hockey Clinic
Dust off the cobwebs from your stick, or come give a new sport a try! All ages and experience are welcome! Experienced players are encouraged to bring a non field hockey friend!Please bring water. Sticks are available for players who need one. Shin guards and mouth guards are recommended, but not required.Dates: May 3 Grades: 1 - 8 Day: SundayTime: 4:00 – 6:30pm Fee: FREELocation: TBDInstructor: Jenn Oakland – Westfield Warriors coach, Westfield High Varsity Coach, USAFH Level 2 Certified.Pre-registration is not required but helpful! Registration is simple: please email your child’s name, grade and your phone number to Jenn Oakland at westfieldwarriorsfieldhockey@gmail.com
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Wednesday May 6, 2026
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4:45 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Tennis - Adult Tennis
No matter what level, you will enjoy a great opportunity to improve your skills. Instructor provides a balance of instruction and practice. Each session will focus on a new skill, building towards Mixed Doubles and Doubles Match play. Please bring own tennis racket, water and wear appropriate clothing and footwear Date: May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3 & 10 Day: Wednesdays Fee: $65Location: Municipal Playground Instructor: TBD Max: 10Age: 18 & Up Time: 4:45pm -6:00pm
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Youth Cross Country - Youth Cross Country
Youth, grades 5-8, will establish the basics of running and learn to run up to 3 miles. Also include an introduction into the sport of cross country, stretching and skills. The program will aim to improve physical fitness at an individual level for each participant. We will meet in the grass area, next to the children’s pavilion, which is located to the right of the playscape area. Running sneakers are required and bring a drink. Date: May 6 – June 7 (No program on 5/17 and 5/24) Day: Wednesday and SundayGrades: 5-8 Time: 5pm – 6pm Fee: $50 per child Max: 25Location: Stanley Park Instructors: Lynn Garrity – Former Westfield High School Cross Country Coach
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5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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Boys T-Ball - Boys T-ball Session B
T-Ball is an instructional baseball program for boys 4-5 years of age. A batting tee is used instead of a pitcher and designed to accommodate each child according to their skill level. Participants must provide their own glove. A foam ball will be used. Teams will be formed prior to the first session. If your child needs to be placed with a certain individual for car pooling please place individuals name on your registration form indicating such. Session ADate: April 27 – June 8 (No games May 25th) Age: 4-5 yr oldTime: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Day: Mondays Fee: $50 Max: 48 per session Location: Westfield Middle School FieldInstructor: Volunteer Coaches, staff member on site Session BDate: April 29 – June 3 Age: 4-5 yr oldTime: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Day: Wednesdays Fee: $50 Max: 48 per session Location: Westfield Middle School FieldInstructor: Volunteer Coaches, staff member on site
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Saturday May 9, 2026
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Start Smart - Start Smart
When is a child old enough to play sports? In this sport crazed world, that is a question with many answers. Start Smart is a proven instructional program that prepares children for the world of organized sports without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Parents/guardians work together with your own children in a supportive environment to learn all the basic skills. Start Smart was developed by top motor development specialists in the field of youth sports. Parents and child groups perform motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence while having FUN at the same time. Different aspects of throwing, catching and hitting different size balls will be introduced along with golf. Games will be played in kickball and t-ball. Fee includes all equipment. Participant will receive t-shirt on first day of program.This program requires total parent/guardian involvement.Date: April 25 – June 6 (no program May 23)Age: 3 - 4Fee: $40 Day: SaturdayTime: 9:00am - 9:45am Max: 25 - 30Location: Westfield Middle School Field
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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Youth Tennis Lessons - Youth Tennis Lessons - Ages 4 - 6
No matter what level, you will enjoy a great opportunity to improve your skills. Instructor provides a balance of instruction and practice. Emphasis will be on proper grip, stance, swing, serve and ball placement as well as hitting with control for depth and power. Please bring own tennis racket, water and wear appropriate clothing and footwear Date: May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 & 13 Day: Saturday Fee: $65Location: Municipal Playground Instructor: Abbie Rix Max: 10Age: 4-6 Time: 9:00am -9:45am Age: 7-9 Time: 10:00am-10:45am Age: 10-14 Time: 11:00am-12:00 pm
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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Youth Tennis Lessons - Youth Tennis Lessons - Ages 7 - 9
No matter what level, you will enjoy a great opportunity to improve your skills. Instructor provides a balance of instruction and practice. Emphasis will be on proper grip, stance, swing, serve and ball placement as well as hitting with control for depth and power. Please bring own tennis racket, water and wear appropriate clothing and footwear Date: May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 & 13 Day: Saturday Fee: $65Location: Municipal Playground Instructor: Abbie Rix Max: 10Age: 4-6 Time: 9:00am -9:45am Age: 7-9 Time: 10:00am-10:45am Age: 10-14 Time: 11:00am-12:00 pm
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Youth Tennis Lessons - Youth Tennis Lessons - Ages 10 - 14
No matter what level, you will enjoy a great opportunity to improve your skills. Instructor provides a balance of instruction and practice. Emphasis will be on proper grip, stance, swing, serve and ball placement as well as hitting with control for depth and power. Please bring own tennis racket, water and wear appropriate clothing and footwear Date: May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6 & 13 Day: Saturday Fee: $65Location: Municipal Playground Instructor: Abbie Rix Max: 10Age: 4-6 Time: 9:00am -9:45am Age: 7-9 Time: 10:00am-10:45am Age: 10-14 Time: 11:00am-12:00 pm
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