Preschool Recreation
At Greater Elizabethtown Area Recreation & Community Services (GEARS), we are very proud to be recognized by the National Youth Sports Strategy as a NYSS Champion.
The National Youth Sports Strategy aims to unite U.S. youth sports culture around a shared vision: that one day, all youth will have the opportunity, motivation, and access to play sports.
The Strategy is based on research and best practices from the scientific community and successful youth sports programs across the United States. It offers actionable ideas for parents, coaches, organizations, communities, and policymakers to support youth sports participation for all.
Iddy Biddy Gym Class Heroes
This class is an intro to sports and classic gym class games. Help your little one develop their motor skills in a fun and encouraging environment! Players will learn new skills and develop athletic movements along with hand-eye coordination and teamwork. Emphasis on the following sports: soccer, football, wiffle ball, racket sports, obstacle courses and group games. Ages 3-6.
- Spring Session: Thu May 21-Jun 18
- Bear Creek Gym
- Summer Session: Thu Jul 23-Aug 20
- Bear Creek Gym
- Spring 6:00- 6:45 PM
- Summer 6:15-7:00 PM
- Spring $55 ($65 NR)
- Summer $65 ($75 NR)
Iddy Biddy Soccer
Coaches will teach the fundamentals of soccer. Players will learn new skills and develop athletic movements along with expanding their large and small motor skills. Emphasis on building self confidence and teamwork. Players will learn soccer through fun games and stations. Fee includes t-shirt. Ages 3-5
- Sat April 11-May 23 (No Class May 9)
- 9:00-9:45 am (A) 10:00-10:45 am (B)
- EAHS Field 2
- $60 ($70 NR)
Iddy Biddy Tennis
Children will learn to play tennis quickly using large-sized RED balls and smaller racquets, nets and courts. The ABCs: Agility, Balance and Coordination will be developed. Led by Brenda McBride, EAHS head tennis coach.
Ages 4-6
- Tue May 12-Jun 2
- 5:30-6:05pm
- EAHS Tennis Courts
- $50 ($60 NR)
SUMMER: Instructed by Dasha Gencturk
- Tue Jun 2-Jun 30 (no Jun 23)
- 8:30am-9:15am
- EAHS Tennis Courts
- $50 ($60 NR)
Iddy Biddy Baseball/Softball
Let us teach your little slugger how to smack it out of the park! This program will expose your child to America’s favorite pastime with instruction centered around throwing, catching and batting skills. Fee includes a t-shirt.
Ages 4-6
- Tue May 26-June 23
- 6-7 pm
- EAHS Field 2
- $60 ($70 NR)
Gym Bears
In this class children will explore movement though games, obstacle courses, and basic gymnastic skills that build coordination, strength and confidence in a playful environment. Ages 3-6
- Mon June 15-July 20
- 5-5:45 pm (Age 3)
- 6-6:45 pm (Age 4)
- 7:-745 pm (Ages 5 & 6)
- CC Gym
- $70 ($80 NR)
Mommy & Me Chef
Join us for a fun mommy & me workshop that includes sensory play, colorful discovery, and no-pressure food exploration! The Wellness Grove dietitian team believes that falling in love with food starts with curiosity, not a clean plate. In this interactive workshop, you will move away from dinner table battles and into a world of food exploration and adventure!
- Tiny Chef Skills: Your little ones will help prep a simple, kid-friendly snack, empowering them to take ownership of what’s on their plate.
- Take-Home Goodies: Every duo will leave with a "Food Explorer Taster" chart and a recipe card to keep the fun going in your own kitchen.
Perfect for toddlers (ages 2–5) and their favorite grown-up! Whether you have a brave taster or a professional veggie-avoider, this workshop is designed to be a safe, fun space for everyone.
- Wed June 17
- 9-10:30am
- The Wellness Grove
- $25/couple (adult & child) ($33 NR)
- Must register both adult and child together. Register by Mon June 15th
See Aquatics for Parent & Child Swimming and Pre-School Swim Lessons.
