Chelsea Piers Connecticut Announces Fall Programming In Multiple Sports
from SC Media
(Stamford, CT – August 20, 2012) – Chelsea Piers Connecticut (CPCT) is pleased to announce that a vast array of sports classes, leagues and programs will be offered at the 400,000 sq-ft sports complex starting in the fall of 2012. Led by an extensive team of accomplished coaches, teachers and directors, the fall programs at CPCT will cater to youth and adult athletes of all levels and abilities.
Fall programming will be comprised of four core categories:
• Little Athletes (6 months to 5 years)
• Developmental (5 years to 13 years)
• Elite/Competitive Teams (6 years and older)
• Adult Programs (Leagues and instructional classes)
Little Athletes
The Little Athletes programs are taught by experienced, professional coaches who also teach the highest level athletes. All of the classes are taught in authentic, state-of-the-art facilities with the highest quality equipment. The curriculum is age-appropriate and designed to meet the physical, social and emotional developmental ability of each age group.
Little Athletes programs are for children 6 months to 5 years. Sports offered include basketball, gymnastics, ice hockey, ice skating, lacrosse, rock climbing, soccer, squash, swimming, tee ball and tennis.
Developmental
The youth sports development program offers a comprehensive, diverse and innovative curriculum for athletes of all ages. Expert instructors lead age-appropriate lessons geared toward the individual development of each athlete. Developmental programs will feature after-school and weekend programs for kids ages 5 to 17 in a wide range of sports including baseball/softball, basketball, field hockey, figure skating, flag football, gymnastics, ice hockey, lacrosse, multi-sport, rock climbing, soccer, squash, swimming and tennis. Field hockey will also be available at a later date.
Elite/Competitive Teams
Elite training is offered for dedicated junior high and high school, prep school, and college athletes that are looking for a complete off-season training program to take their game to the next level. Elite training combines daily high-intensity practices with challenging strength & conditioning programs make for the most dynamic and efficient training. Elite training and competitive teams will be available for gymnastics, lacrosse, squash, swimming and tennis. Basketball and volleyball travel teams will also be offered.
The Leagues at CPCT will provide competitive kids off all ages a broad selection of youth leagues throughout the school year, including basketball, gymnastics, lacrosse, squash, swimming, tennis and volleyball.
Adult Programming
CPCT will run a comprehensive adult amateur sports program in a variety sports. League games will all be played at CPCT with referees and full-time program directors to supervise games and league play. The instructors will also offer learn to play programs and fitness classes in a host of sports for adults not interested in competitive and recreational play.
Competitive Adult Leagues for men, women and co-eds will be offered in basketball, ice hockey, lacrosse volleyball and indoor soccer. Participants will be able to register individually or as part of a team. Over-30, Corporate and Open leagues will also be available. Additionally, a Masters swim team, competitive triathlon team, and tennis and squash leagues,
"We are extremely proud of our brand new 400,000 square foot facility and are thrilled to offer the most comprehensive sports program available in the United States. Our athletes will have the opportunity to learn skills from top-level instructors in state of the art facilities", commented Mollie Marcoux, Executive Director, Chelsea Piers Connecticut. "We welcomed more than 350 kids per week in our summer camp and look forward to an even more dynamic fall season. Our complete listing of fall programming will introduce athletes of all ages to Learn to Play classes, high-level instructional programs, competitive teams, leagues and more. Our goal is for Chelsea Piers CT to become a home for sports-minded families in Fairfield County looking for top level programming and facilities."
Chelsea Piers Connecticut also offers private lessons in all sports, school break camps, field trip and team building activities to round out a full year of programming.
About Chelsea Piers Connecticut
Chelsea Piers Connecticut (CPCT) is a 400,000-sq-ft state-of-the-art sports and recreation facility located in Stamford, CT, just off I-95 at Exit 9. Opened in July 2012, Chelsea Piers Connecticut consists of several core sports facilities encompassing more than 20 sports.
Ice Rinks - Dual rink skating facility for ice hockey and figure skating
Aquatics Center – Olympic pool, warm water instructional and exercise pool, and 6,000 sq-ft water play area featuring three giant slides
Gymnastics Training Center – 14,000 sq-ft gymnastics training space and cheerleading program
Baseball and Softball Training Facility – Indoor turf infield and five batting cages
Field House – Indoor 100-yard turf field for soccer, lacrosse, football, field hockey, softball and baseball; hardwood courts for basketball and volleyball; and a 1/5-mile track
Squash Club – 11 singles and one hardball doubles court
Tennis Club - 7 indoor hard court tennis courts
Adventure Center – 12,000 sq-ft area featuring a recreational trampoline center, a 24-foot high rock wall, and a Little Athletes gym for children 6 months to five years
Like Chelsea Piers New York, CPCT combines athletic facilities with an extensive array of professional instructors and league programs for youths, teens and adults.
In addition to these sport offerings, CPCT is also home to:
Childcare facility and preschool - Small class sizes, certified teachers and use of the sports facilities at CPCT
Chelsea’s Table – Organic, healthy, and natural food café.
The Overlook Bar and Grill – A sit-down restaurant and bar on the mezzanine level overlooking the North Rink.
BlueStreak Sports Training – An athletic skills-development center dedicated to sport performance enhancement for dedicated athletes of every level
Stamford Hospital – An 18,500 square foot branch of Stamford Hospital focusing on orthopedic and sports medicine physicians, physical therapy services, a laboratory draw station, and imaging services (opening January 2013).
FlyWheel Sports - An intense, incredibly inspiring and empowering cardio cycling experience led by top-notch instructors in a unique stadium style studio
Pro Shop – A Harrow pro shop featuring apparel and equipment for squash and tennis.
Learn more at www.chelesapiersct.com
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