WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
December 27, 2021
BPRYCS Offices will be open and operating on a half-day schedule on Thursday, December 30, 2021 in observance of New Year's Eve. BPRYCS Offices will be closed on Friday, December 31, 2021 in observance of New Year's Day. 
TRY SOMETHING NEW
INTRO TO CROSSFIT
Mondays & Wednesday
Jan. 3 - Jan. 31
6:45 -7:30 am
Ages 18 +
Intro to CrossFit is a form of interval training, combining strength and conditioning that is made up of functional movements. These movements are actions performed in day-to-day life, like squatting, lifting, pushing and pulling. This class is run by CrossFit trained Coaches to ensure that you are moving safely and effectively with high energy, great music and camaraderie amongst your classmates. Start the new year off by putting fitness and your health first. Learn More
SPOKEN WORD CLASS
Tuesdays
Jan. 11 - Feb. 15
5:30 - 6:30 pm - Ages 10 - 13
7:00 - 8:00 pm - Ages 14 - 16
Looking for a new way to express yourself, or to gain confidence in performing? Spoken word involves performance-based poetry that focuses on word play and story-telling. It includes experimentation with other art forms such as music, theater and dance, and focuses on the performance of the words themselves, the dynamics of tone, gestures, facial expressions, and more.
FIT FLOAT
Wednesdays
Jan. 19 - March 9
6:15 - 7:00 pm
Ages 18+
This 45-minute workout will challenge your balance and take you to new depths in your fitness journey. These revolutionary floating pool mats are the hottest trend in fitness! Explore core stabilization and various fitness modalities like yoga, pilates, and high intensity training. FitFloat is low impact and safe for all fitness levels. If you like stand up paddle boarding this class is definitely for you! Learn More
FOSTER MORE CREATIVITY
SLIME TIME
Saturday, January 8
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages 7 - 13
Ooze into a gooey hour of awesome slimy demos and hands-on slime making! Learn how to be the best slime chef ever using our Mad Science recipe and products.
Create and take home three unique slimes at our Mad Slime Station with your choice of ingredients included.
DRAWING FOR TEENS
Fridays, Jan. 14 - Feb. 18
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Ages 13 - 17
Drawing, Painting, and Self Expression for teens that love art, and serious teens interested in building a portfolio. Explore the fundamentals of art and learn basic techniques related to realism, abstraction, and expressionism. Each student will be led based on their own personal interests, needs at their level. Learn More
COME CLAY WITH ME
Saturday, January 8
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Ages 5 - 12
Explore color mixing and the coil technique while creating colorful cupcake sculptures inspired by the famous American artist, Wayne Thiebaud. Learn more about his cake art while discovering color saturated oil pastels. You’ll have a craving for cupcakes after this funshop!
HONE THOSE SKILLS
CO-ED 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL
Tuesdays, Jan. 11 - Feb. 15
7:40 - 8:25 pm
Ages 9 - 13
Boys and Girls will work on sharpening their basketball skills through various instructional drills. Participants will also have the opportunity to play in 3 on 3 games. New teams will be created each week to give participants the opportunity to socialize with their peers. Learn More
DOG OBEDIENCE
Thursdays, Jan. 13 - Feb. 17
6:30 - 7:30 pm
A successful relationship with your dog is based on trust and mutual understanding. Program goals are achieved through motivational and result oriented training. BPRYCS has partnered with Camp Canine to provide the tools and knowledge needed to effectively communicate with your dog. Learn More
VIRTUAL YOUTH SMART PHONE PHOTOGRAPHY
Tuesdays, Jan. 4 - Jan. 25
5:30 - 6:30 pm
Ages 11 - 15
Turn your Smartphone/iPad photos into works of art with creative apps! Students will learn how to take better photos using their smartphone and/or iPad to wow their family and friends. Once photos are taken, tell a story using a dynamic movie app! Learn More
ADVENTURE TO NEW PARK LOCATIONS
EXPLORE KERN PARK
Kern Park is approximately 22 acres and is tucked behind Ivy Drive School, Kern Park is a passive recreation area with nature trails connecting the school grounds to surrounding neighborhoods, wetlands and upland habitats. Kern Park is a great place to visit for a quick and quiet walk surrounded by nature.
Kern Park
Located off Ivy Drive and Primrose Lane
SIGN UP FOR A SEASONAL MEMBERSHIP AT THE INDOOR POOL!
Escape winter and head over to the Dennis Malone Aquatics Center (DMAC) for a taste of the summer amidst the cold. Swimming is a great way to stay in shape during the winter months and is a beneficial skill for community members of all ages. Call (860) 584 - 3837 for more information.
Dennis Malone Aquatic Center
325 Mix Street
VISIT THE B.A.R.K PARK
Located in picturesque Rockwell Park, the B.A.R.K Park Off-Leash Dog Park features two separate areas for large and small canines. Pups who are 18 inches or shorter at the shoulder are recommended to stick to the small dog side, while everyone else goes to the big dog side. The B.A.R.K Park sits on a wooded hillside, giving four-legged visitors a steep incline to run up and down. Learn More
B.A.R.K. Park
Rockwell Park Road North
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
PLEASE NOTE - WE WILL BE MOVING TEMPORARILY
Bristol City Hall will be undergoing renovations in an effort to create a modernized and accessible facility for residents. The work is expected to take place from early 2022 to 2024.

The Main Office at City Hall will be closed beginning in late January/Early February 2022 and will reopen upon the project's completion. BPRYCS Main Office Staff will be relocating to Youth & Community Services at 51 High St. during construction.
Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
Main Office
City Hall - 2nd Floor
111 North Main Street