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Youth Dodgeball
Join us for drop-in dodgeball this summer after camp! September dates coming soon.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Grades: entering K-5th grade
Location: Croydon Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd, Leonardo
Dates: July 12 - Aug 16, 6-weeks $25 (R)
Weekly drop-in available for $5/person (R)
Register at www.middletownnj.org/signup. Choose Summer season.
Teen Volleyball
Join us for teen volleyball on Tuesday nights! Please note this is not an instructor-led class, just open play.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Grades: 9th-12th
Ideal Beach: June 6 - July 25, Off 7/4
Croydon Indoor: Sept 5 - Oct 24, 8-weeks $32 (R)
Weekly drop-in available for $5/person (R)
Register at www.middletownnj.org/signup. Choose Summer season.
Teen Basketball
Join us for teen basketball on Wednesday nights! Please note this is not an instructor-led class, just open play.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm
Dates: July 5 - Aug 16, 7-weeks $28 (R)
Sept 6 - Oct 25, 8-weeks $32 (R)
Weekly drop-in $5 (R)
Location: Croydon Hall Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd, Leonardo
Grades: 9-12
Register at www.middletownnj.org/signup., starting June 1st. Choose Summer season.
Gone Running Youth Training
Beat the heat with this summer running program set on the partially shaded, field and running trails behind Thompson Middle School. This camp is designed to offer two separate training platforms to meet the needs of each specific age group: middle school and elementary. Join us to jump start your summer training as we run for fun! This action packed program is taught in a relaxed, positive and supportive environment. The middle school runners' activities will focus on technique, form, nutrition, racing strategies and personal motivation. The elementary program for grades K-4 offers exciting games, races and training activities that will keep them moving and motivated while building their self-confidence and stamina.
Dates: Monday, August 14th - Friday, August 18th
Time: 9:00am-11:00am
Location: Thompson Middle School Track, 1001 Middletown-Lincroft Rd #85, Middletown
Grades: entering K-8th
Fee: $135 (R)
Register at www.middletownnj.org/signup., starting June 1st. Choose Summer season.
Middletown Preschool Classes
Enrollment is now open for the 2023-24 school year! Registration is on a rolling basis based on class space. For 3 and 4 year olds. To register please call 732-615-3230. Learn more here. Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes Middletown Preschool Classes
Poricy Park Programs
After-School Science Club
Join us for the award-winning Poricy Park after-school science club. We’ve got STEM activities to do, nature to explore, and adventures to be had!
Day: Mondays
Dates: September 18 - November 13 (Off 10/9)
Time: 4pm-5pm
Location: Poricy Park Nature Center
Grades: K-2nd
Fee: $120 (R), 8-week session
Space is limited, register under Summer season starting 6/1.
Guided Fossil Hunts
Come dig up Middletown history at the Poricy Brook Fossil Beds. Expect to find marine fossils from the Cretaceous period, 65-72 million years ago. Our guide will supply equipment for screening for fossils and help identify your treasures.
Dates:
Wednesday, June 14th 4pm-5pm
Sunday, June 25th 11am-12pm
Sunday, July 23rd 11am-12pm
Tuesday, August 15th 11am-12pm, 4pm-5pm
Sunday, August 27th 11am-12pm
Sunday, September 17th 11am-12pm
Location: Poricy Fossil Beds
Ages: 5-99
Fee: $5/participant (R), register under Spring/Summer season.
Pond Netting
Find what's at the bottom of the Murray Pond. Look for frogs, turtles, and snakes. Use our nets to catch tadpoles, fish, insect larvae, snails, and other critter. Dress to get muddy!
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Dates:
Tuesday, June 13th - 4pm-5pm
Thursday, June 29th - 2pm-3pm
Thursday, July 20th - 4pm-5pm
Thursday, August 17th - 10am-11am & 4pm-5pm
Location: Poricy Park Nature Center (345 Oak Hill Road, Red Bank)
Ages: PreK-6th grade
Fee: $5/child (R). Registration required.
Fossil Hunting Drop-In
Explore the fossil beds on your own time! Stop by the Poricy Park Nature Center Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm to rent fossil hunting equipment and a guide. Rentals are $5 per set.
Scout Programs
Poricy Park has the perfect scout outing for your troop/pack. Learn more here!
School Field Trips
The Recreation Department at Poricy Park offers a range of science and colonial history programs for preschool and elementary aged students. All programs emphasize hands-on activities and “doing” the things they have learned. And, of course, substantial time outdoors where nature provides a dynamic classroom. More information here along with trip brochure.
Sports Leagues
While the Recreation department may run some sports programs and special events, all Middletown sports leagues are run my non-profit organizations. Please reach out to the league contact directly for more information.
Exercise Programs
Great exercise and socialization for those 18 years+! Enjoy these co-ed sports with teams picked weekly. No prior experience is necessary.
Beach Volleyball
Beach: Tuesdays, 6:30pm-8:30pm, Ideal Beach
June 6 - July 25 (Off 7/4)
7-week session $28 (R), weekly drop-in $5 (R)
Register here under Spring season.
Indoor: Tuesdays, 7:30pm-9:30pm, Croydon Hall Gym
Sept 5 - Oct 24, 8-week session $32 (R), weekly drop-in $5 (R)
Register here under Summer season.
Basketball
Dates: Wednesdays thru June 28th
Time: 7:00-9:00pm
Location: Croydon Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd Leonardo NJ
Fee: $5 (R) weekly drop-in
Dates: Wednesdays, July 5 - Aug 16
Time: 7:30-9:30PM NEW TIME!
Location: Croydon Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd Leonardo NJ
Fee: $28 for 7-weeks (R) or $5 (R) weekly drop-in
Register here under Summer season.
Dates: Wednesdays, Sept 6 - Oct 25
Time: 7:30-9:30PM NEW TIME!
Location: Croydon Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd Leonardo NJ
Fee: $32 for 8-weeks (R) or $5 (R) weekly drop-in
Register here under Summer season.
Yoga
Dates: September dates coming August 1st!
Time: 6:30-7:30pm
Location: Croydon Gym, 900 Leonardville Rd Leonardo NJ
Fee: $12 (R) weekly drop-in
Register here under Summer season starting 8/1.
Pickleball
Dates: September dates coming August 1st!
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Location: Normandy Park, Nutswamp Rd, Middletown
Fee: $80 for 4 sessions (R)
Register here under Summer season starting 8/1.
Sports Leagues
While the Recreation department may run some sports programs and special events, all Middletown sports leagues are run my non-profit organizations. Please reach out to the league contact directly for more information.
Host your birthday at the Poricy Park Nature Center! Choose from the following instructor-led themes. We customize to your needs and wishes. Please note some themes are seasonal.
- Wild Kratts - Pick two animals and our instructor will customize activities to explore their "creature powers." Includes craft, games and a hike.
- Pond Netting - Be introduced to creatures found in our pond by using nets to catch them! Hands-on learning lets kids touch some cool things. Includes craft.
- Fossil Hunting - Children will be introduced to fossils through games and crafts in the classroom before heading down to the brook for some in-water sifting and hunting. The party returns back to the Nature Center afterwards for party room time.
- Frogs & Turtles - Play games and make a frog home craft before visits from a live tadpole and our resident turtles. Turtles will come out of the tanks for kids to touch and learn. A scavenger hunt hike down to the pond to see wild turtles and frogs included.
Pricing starts at $315.00 for the first 15 children. $8.00 per additional child, with a max of about 25. This includes any siblings also attending. Party includes basic, non-themed paper goods (tablecloths, plates, napkins, forks, etc.), 90 minutes of instructor-led party, and then 30 minutes of party room time with your own food.
Dates available for Summer, Fall & Spring! Inquire today recreation@middletownnj.org, 732-615-2260.
Contact Us
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Janet E. Dellett
Director
Recreation Department
Poricy Park Nature Center
345 Oak Hill Road
Red Bank, NJ 07701Phone: 732-615-2260
Fax: 732-872-8706Administrative Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:30am - 4:30pmRegistration Hours
Monday - Friday
9am - 3pm