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Fall Programs
Fall programs are typically held through September / October / November each year, with registration beginning around mid-August; although some programs or program sessions may continue into early December, so please be sure to review all program dates prior to registration.
To access our online registration portal, PLEASE CLICK HERE or manually enter: doverrec.activityreg.com into your browser.
We are always looking for new programming ideas and suggestions! If you have an idea for a new Dover Parks and Recreation program, or have ideas/ input on how to improve existing programs, please e-mail our Assistant Director, Nicole Wainwright.
YOUTH PROGRAMS
- Buildwave
- Caryl Art Club
- Half-Day Hikes & Crafts
- Ice Skating Lessons at Skating Club of Boston
- JamBaby
- Kids Test Kitchen
- Musical Theatre
- PROformance Soccer
- Skyhawks
- T-Ball with Coach Pete
- Tennis Lessons (outdoor)
- Fall Special Events
Buildwave
Looking for ways to expand your child's creativity? When things don't go their way, can they adapt? Buildwave® is a STEAM/SEL course that helps your child discover their creativity and resilience. During each class, your child will receive wave after wave of materials they'll love like blocks, bricks, and other hands-on pieces. The waves of building are structured like a game, with energetic music and visuals elevating the experience for maximum engagement. Each wave, they build, then disassemble. Build, disassemble. Repeat.
Ages: 6 months - 4 years old (accompanied by an adult)
Led by: Buildwave
To see all fall session details, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
CARYL ART CLUB
In this class young artists will explore their creative interests and develop their artistic talent. Using famous works for inspiration, we'll play with color, shading and tone; exploring perspective and size and experimenting with different materials.
As we learn about different styles, mediums and artists we can challenge our own creativity until we have our own, unique works of art!
Ages: Kindergarten - 3rd grade
Led by: Nicole, Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation
To see all fall session details for CARYL ART CLUB, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
HALF-DAY HIKES & CRAFTS
School's out early, so lets head outside to enjoy the fall season exploring beautiful, local woodland properties!
On each trail we will practice map reading before departing into the local landscape. Making our way through the unique land formations of each location, we’ll be looking for different seasonal plants and try to quietly catch a glimpse of the woodland animals. Finally, after completing our hike, it will be time to create artwork inspired by the day's adventure - incorporating the great outdoors with your own creativity and imagination!
Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade
Led by: Nicole, Assistant Director of Dover Parks & Recreation
To see all fall session details for HIKES & CRAFTS, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
The Skating Club of Boston: Skating Academy
ICE SKATING LESSONS
The Skating Club of Boston is New England’s premier skating club; home to a community of athletes, families and professionals, all united through their love of the sport of ice skating. From recreational ice skaters, to rising Olympic hopefuls, The Skating Club of Boston will provide all the resources and relationships necessary to meet your skating goals!
THE REGISTRATION WINDOW FOR ALL FALL SEASON ICE SKATING LESSONS IS
Wednesday, August 20th - Thursday, AUGUST 28, 2025
NO REGISTRATIONS OR CHANGES WILL BE MADE AFTER 5PM ON 8/28/25
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FIRST STEPS
(Pre-K Beginners)
Uniquely designed for children that are ages 3 to 5 years old, the First Steps program introduces skating to young children in a fun group environment. Each skater will build confidence in their on-ice capabilities and in themselves through fun activities and games in a positive environment. Skaters can progress at their own rate and advance after learning the required skills.
Ages: 3 - 5 years old
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B
ASIC SKILLS
(Snowplow Sam and Basic Levels 1 - 3)
A fun, goal-oriented program where beginners will receive Basic Skills instruction following the U.S. Figure Skating OR USA Hockey curriculum.
Ages: 4 - 17 years old
BASIC SKILLS: ADVANCED
(Basic Levels 4 - 6, Pre-Free Skate, Free Skate Levels 1-6 and Hockey Skills)
Taking Basic Skills to the next level by increasing skaters’ skills and ability, and introducing more advanced edges, jumps and spins.
Ages: 4 - 17 years old & Adults
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BRIDGE ASPIRE
(Basic Level 4 or Higher)
This program offers skaters an introduction to elements exclusive to figure skating, and provides the next steps to those who will continue to skate recreationally or move forward competitively.
The Bridge Aspire Program focuses on stroking, edges and power skating, introductory moves in the field, spins, and jumps. The off-ice curriculum includes proper stretching techniques, conditioning exercises and warm-up and cool-down tips.
Students in the Bridge Aspire program are evaluated and tested based on Learn To Skate USA and U.S. Figure Skating criteria.
Ages: 6 - 17 years old
To see all fall session details for ICE SKATING LESSONS, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
JamBaby
Does the thought of clapping along to a sleepy rendition of Twinkle Twinkle, Little Star, make you a little, um, sleepy? Well, get ready for a music and movement class that puts the ROCK in Rock A Bye Baby! JamBaby is an entertaining, interative way to start your little one's musical journey on the right note. JamBaby is not your typical kids music class!
Ages: 6 months - 4 years old (accompanied by an adult)
Led by: Jammin with You
To see all fall session details for JamBaby, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
KIDS TEST KITCHEN
Kids’ Test Kitchen presents kids with the opportunity to explore new or familiar foods in their raw, unmanipulated state. Then, working as a team, they’ll slice, dice, peel, measure, and cook until they’ve prepared the finished dish. The class closes with an opportunity to taste the result of their hard work.
Grades: K - 5th grade
To see all fall session details, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
MUSICAL THEATRE
Come join the fun of taking part in a REAL musical theater performance, where you'll sing, dance and act your way into a world of excitement!
Learn the basics of putting together a musical production! From auditioning for and performing your role from the popular musical movie: TROLLS 3; to mastering the group choreography to its viral musical hits! At the end of the session participants will perform their lines and dances in a LIVE MUSICAL PERFORMANCE for family and friends!
Fall Performance: Descendants: Rise of Red (excerpts)
Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade
Please note: the ability to read and memorize (OR comprehend and memorize) 5-10 spoken lines as part of script is REQUIRED for this class!
Director / Choreographer: Aly P.
To see all fall session details for MUSICAL THEATRE, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
PROformance Soccer is a leading MA soccer training program, whose core philosophies are derived through playing, coaching and learning from some of the most respected clubs and brightest minds from around the world of soccer.
PRE-K SOCCER
This FUN action-packed program will teach your 4 & 5 year old's key soccer skills in an age-appropriate setting, where players will develop their love for the sport!
Ages: 4 & 5 years old, not yet enrolled in Kindergarten
Led by: PROformance Soccer Academy coaches
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ELEMENTARY SOCCER
Aimed at both teaching and developing key technical soccer skills, each week classes will consist of both skill work and small, sided games.
The age-specific curriculum is designed to be instructional as well as fun, so that players can learn and develop key fundamental soccer skills while inspiring their love and enthusiasm for the game!
Ages: Kindergarten - 2nd grade
3rd - 5th grade
Led by: PROformance Soccer Academy coaches
To see all fall session details for PROFORMANCE SOCCER, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
Multi Sports Tots
This FUN action-packed program will teach your 4 & 5 year old's key soccer skills in an age-appropriate setting, where players will develop their love for the sport!
Ages: 2 - 5 years old
Led by: Skyhawks coaches
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Flag Rugby
Crouch, bind, set into a thrilling Skyhawks Flag Rugby experience, in partnership with Imagine Rugby and Major League Rugby! This program focuses on fun, safety, and fundamental skills like passing and flag-pulling. Skyhawks Flag Rugby also teaches life skills while emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship. It’s an exciting mix of sport and character development for memorable flag rugby moments.
Ages: 6 - 12 years old
Led by: Skyhawks coaches
To see all fall session details, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
INTRO to T-BALL
In this introduction to T-Ball, players will learn to properly swing a bat to hit off a 'T', while learning about each of the various field positions, becoming comfortable with base running and practicing good sportsmanship!
Program includes practice and non-competitive game-play, weekly.
Ages: Preschool (3, 4 & 5 years old, not yet in kindergarten)
Led by: Coach Pete Sylvester
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T-BALL 
Players in this program will initially practice their proper swing off a 'T', but play will then move onto coach-pitched balls to prepare them for future league participation. Additional focus will be on learning proper catching and fielding technique of both thrown and hit balls, base-running strategy and applying good sportsmanship on and off the field!
Program includes varied amounts of practice and game play each week, depending on the current lesson.
Ages: Kindergarten - 1st Grade
2nd - 3rd Grade
Led by: Coach Pete Sylvester with P&R staff assistant coaches
To see all fall session details for T-BALL WITH COACH PETE, please CLICK HERE to visit our ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL (or copy/paste https://doverrec.activityreg.com directly into your web browser)
OUTDOOR TENNIS LESSONS
The 2024 fall tennis season will consist of eight lessons, held over eight weeks. (Please note that meeting more than once per-week is unlikely and, if available, will incur additional registration fees.)
YOU MUST CONTACT DOVERREC TENNIS PRO, PETER COOPER, BEFORE ONLINE SIGN-UP AND PAYMENT.
He can be reached (call or text) at 508-561-4708 or email by clicking HERE
Anyone who registers without confirming schedule availability with Peter beforehand, WILL BE WITHDRAWN WITHOUT REFUND.
Ages: 6 years and up
Instructor: Peter Cooper, Dover P&R Tennis Pro
For dates and information about our annual fall special events:
Dover Days Fair,
Pumpkin Decorating Party (now with an added Trunk-or-Treat!) and
Thanksgiving Flag Football Turkey Bowl,
...please visit our SEASONAL EVENTS - Fall Events page!
ADULT PROGRAMS
- Nu Bingo: Rock with Rec!
- Active Mobility Training
- FlowFIT
- Knitting Workshop
- Learn Mahjong
- Mat Pilates
- Pickleball Clinics
- SHiNE Dance Fitness
NUBINGO: ROCK WITH REC!
What is NuBingo? Think bingo powered by a concert feeling with non-stop energy and a splash of piano bar fun! Now we use the best songs of all-time instead of numbers to play the game. You will be singing and dancing the night away!
Leave the kids at home and come enjoy a night of music, fun, and community spirit!
NuBingo is taking over Dover Rec for a night of high-energy fun with music, dancing, and interactive bingo rounds. Expect themed games, a live DJ, and great prizes, plus plenty of chances to let loose and be social. Bring your friends and get ready to bingo like never before!
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2025
6:00 - 9:00 PM
Caryl Community Center, Community Room
TICKET OPTIONS: $15/ single ticket (includes 1 bingo card*)
$55/ table of 4 (includes 4 bingo cards*)
$80/ table of 6 (includes 6 bingo cards*)
*Additional cards will be available for purchase
ACTIVE MOBILITY TRAINING
Mobilize and stretch your body from head to toe. Using dynamic stretches and bodyweight exercises, we will enhance functional movement and range of motion. Improve your posture, athletic performance and overall physical health in this unique wellness session.
Each class will begin in a standing position and transition onto the floor. *Please bring a mat.*
Grand Opening Week: FREE Trial Class!
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
6:00pm-6:50 PM
Caryl Community Center Studio
FREE! (pre-registration required)
LED BY: Sophia Mellen, NASM CPT
6-Week Fall Session
Wednesdays, September 24 - October 29, 2025
6:00pm-6:50 PM
Caryl Community Center Studio
$105/ participant
LED BY: Sophia Mellen, NASM CPT
FLOW FIT
FlowFIT is a music-driven workout that combines the muscle strengthening benefits of Pilates with the flexibility of flowing Yoga movements. FlowFIT will increase your strength, flexibility, balance and focus using beautiful flowing sequences set to fun, upbeat music.
Suitable for all levels! *Please bring a mat*
DanceFIT classes are small & intimate with highly trained instructors who can modify any class to help you adjust to low impact needs you might have!
Grand Opening Week FREE Trial Class!
Thursday, September 18, 2025
8:30–9:15 AM
Caryl Community Center, studio (2nd floor)
FREE! (pre-registration required)
LED BY: Bethany from DanceFIT Natick
6-Week Fall Session
Thursdays, October 2 - November 6, 2025
11:30 AM–12:15 PM
Caryl Community Center, studio (2nd floor)
$150/ participant
LED BY: Bethany from DanceFIT Natick
Knitting Workshop - KNIT A CHUNKY THROW BLANKET
When the winter weather arrives, a cozy throw helps to balance the temperature extremes. In this fun and easy workshop, our instructor will show you how to design and make your own Chunky Knit Throw Blanket that will look and feel amazing on your couch and lap. (Or wrapped up as a homemade holiday gift!)
Learn the lifelong skill of handknitting - that's right, knitting with JUST your hands, no tools! The handknitting technique is therapeutic, meditative and fun!
All supplies needed for your throw blanket will be provided!
Wednesday, November 13, 2025
6:30 - 8:30 PM
$100/ person (includes all supplies)
Location: Community Center - community room (1st floor)
Led by: South Shore Knitting Parties
LEARN MAHJONG
12 Sparrow Mahjong is bringing their popular, two-part mahjong instruction session to Dover!
Mahj 101
Learn the fundamentals of American Mahjong, from the basic setup and tile types, to specific rules that define gameplay and winning hands.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
6:00 - 9:00 PM
$90/ player
Location: Community Center, community room (1st floor)
Led by: 12 Sparrow Mahjong (Oh My Mahjong certified instructors)
Mahj 102
Ready to level up your mahjong game? If you've completed a Mahj 101 class or you already know the basics, then Mahj 102 is your next step!
Thursday, October 2, 2025
6:00 - 9:00 PM
$90/ player
Location: Community Center, community room (1st floor)
Led by: 12 Sparrow Mahjong (Oh My Mahjong certified instructors)
MAT PILATES
Curious about Pilates? The mat work is a great place to start. Pilates will teach you how to build core stability, strength, and flexibility that will carry over to your everyday activities.
*Please bring a mat.* Classes may include props such as small balls and magic circles (provided by instructor).
This class is not recommended for individuals with acute injuries or osteoporosis.
Grand Opening Week: FREE Trial Class!
Tuesday, September 16, 2025
6:30–7:30 PM
Caryl Community Center Studio
FREE! (pre-registration required)
LED BY: Pam Herbert
6-Week Fall Session
Tuesdays, September 30 - November 4, 2025
6:30–7:30 PM
Caryl Community Center Studio
$130/ participant
LED BY: Pam Herbert
PICKLEBALL CLINICS
Pickleball's popularity is exploding, especially in the United States, where it has been the fastest-growing sport for four consecutive years. Get in on the fun, start playing (or improve your game) with these clinics!
Friday, September 26, 2025
Intro to Pickleball: Beginners Clinic
Learn the fundamentals of pickleball: basic strokes, serves, scoring, rules and game strategies. Pickleball equipment, etiquette, and safety will also be covered. By the end of this clinic, you’ll be ready to start playing games with friends!
8:00 - 10:00 AM
$50/ player
Location: Community Center Gym
Led by: Terri Antinello, IPTPA
Intermediate Pickleball Clinic
Learn the fundamentals of pickleball: basic strokes, serves, scoring, rules and game strategies. Pickleball equipment, etiquette, and safety will also be covered. By the end of this clinic, you’ll be ready to start playing games with friends!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$50/ player
Location: Community Center Gym
Led by: Terri Antinello, IPTPA
Friday, October 24, 2025
Improve Your Pickleball Game
In this clinic we will review and practice all the pickleball shots and work on consistency, footwork and court positioning, and basic strategies will be reviewed and expanded on.
Participants must know how to play and keep score, have an understanding of all basic shots and strategies, and should have some gameplay experience.
8:00 - 10:00 AM
$50/ player
Location: Community Center Gym
Led by: Terri Antinello, IPTPA
Intro to Pickleball: Beginners Clinic
Learn the fundamentals of pickleball: basic strokes, serves, scoring, rules and game strategies. Pickleball equipment, etiquette, and safety will also be covered. By the end of this clinic, you’ll be ready to start playing games with friends!
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$50/ player
Location: Community Center Gym
Led by: Terri Antinello, IPTPA
SHiNE Dance Fitness
SHiNE™ is a cardio dance fitness class rooted in ballet, hip hop, and jazz set to today’s hit music. It has original choreography that can be performed at all levels. We incorporate routines that bring out different emotions and movement. For example, one song might make you feel graceful while the next might make you feel fierce. We vary the complexity and intensity of the routines to ensure your safety and success during a SHiNE™ class. The SHiNE™ dance floor is open to EVERY BODY. No dance experience is necessary…come as you are!
*Sneakers recommended*
DanceFIT classes are small & intimate with highly trained instructors who can modify any class to help you adjust to low impact needs you might have!
Grand Opening Week: Two FREE Trial Classes!
Monday, September 15, 2025 Tuesday September 16, 2025
6:00–6:50 PM 12:00–12:50 PM
Caryl Community Center Studio Caryl Community Center Studio
FREE! (pre-registration required) FREE! (pre-registration required)
LED BY: Ashlyn from DanceFIT Natick LED BY: Kelsey from DanceFIT Natick
Two 6-Week Fall Sessions!
Mondays, September 30 - November 3, 2025
6:00–6:50 PM
Caryl Community Center Studio
$150/ participant
LED BY: Ashlyn from DanceFIT Natick
Tuesdays, September 31 - November 4, 2025
12:00–12:50 PM
Caryl Community Center Studio
$150/ participant
LED BY: Kelsey from DanceFIT Natick
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