Fall 2008 Program Brochure          Program Registration Form

Martial Arts Programs

      Sensie John Morash is back this Fall with these incredible Marial Arts Programs for all levels and all ages from 7 to senior citizens.  See Martial Arts page for additional information.

Martial Arts Open House Friday, September 5 beginning at 6:00 PM

      Boot Camp: Fridays from 6:00 - 7:30 PM beginning September 12

      Advanced Karate: Sundays from 2:00 - 4:00 PM beginning September 7

      Tai Chi: Sundays 10:00 - 11:30 AM or 4:30 - 6:00 beginning September 7

                      or Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 PM beginning September 9

All Martial Arts Classes: Members: $102  ; Non-Members: $120

$180 total for 2 classes taken in the same session

Preschool Soccer

    This 8 week class introduces and teaches your little one the basics of soccer including rules and basic skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting.  Players are sure to have a blast while learning the great sport of soccer.

8 week session beginning Saturday September 27 (no class Columbus Day Weekend)

Ages 3 - 5          9:00 - 9:45 AM

Members: $63  ;  Non-Members: $75

Comfortable clothes and sneakers recommended

Preschool Tee Ball

    In this class your child will learn the fundamentals needed for baseball and softball.  Players will learn basic rules and skills including keeping your eye on the ball, fielding and base running.  Nobody strikes out and everyone hits home runs!!!

8 week session beginning Saturday September 27 (no class Columbus Day Weekend)

Ages 3 - 5          10:00 - 10:45 AM

Members: $63  ;  Non-Members: $75

Comfortable clothes and sneakers recommended; Baseball Gloves also recommended

BLAST - Babysitting Lessons and Safety Training

    An American Academy of Pediatrics course that covers how to handle the basics of infant and child care, how to react responsibly to medical emergencies and injuries, perform first aid for common childhood injuries and illnesses and set-up and run your own babysitting business.

Thursday October 16     3:15 - 6:30 PM

Ages 11 - 13

Members: $45  ;  Non-Members: $50

Please bring dinner or a snack

Home Alone Safety

    Children will learn telephone and door answering techniques, internet safety, accident and fire protection and first aid techniques.  We'll also talk about how to manage your time when you're home alone for short periods of time.

Monday, October 6     3:30 - 5:30 PM

Ages 9- 11

Members: $36  ;  Non-Members: $42

Creative Movement

    Children will work with imagery and music to develop coordination, motor skills and social interaction during this 10 week class.  The class is designed to help children build self-esteem, confidence and appreciation of the relationship between music, movement and imagination.

10 week session beginning Wednesday September 17

Ages 3 - 5          12:15 - 12:45 PM

Members: $85  ;  Non-Members: $100

Step Together - Family Irish Step

    This introductory class to non-competitive Irish Step dancing is designed for children and parents to do together.   Families will learn reels, light jigs and set dances.  Participants will learn timing and basic rythm, posture and balance all while participating in a special bonding experience for the family.  Limit 8 adult / child duos.

6 week session beginning Wednesday October 15

Ages 4 and up          6:00 - 6:45 PM

Members: $75  ;  Non-Members: $86

Senior Line Dancing

    Come join in some fun and fellowship set to music.   No prior line dancing experience is required.  If you can count to 8 then you can dance!!!.

Ongoing class beginning September 22, 2008 and ending June 8, 2009

Mondays     9:30 - 11:00 AM

$3 drop-in fee per class

Floral Design Workshops

    Learn the basics of floral arrangement design.  Two different classes to suit your needs: fresh flowers and a Thanksgiving silk flower centerpiece.  Take one workshop or both!!!  A materials fee of $25 is due to the instructor for each workshop.

Members: $30 per workshop  ;  Non-Members: $35 per workshop

Fresh Flowers: Thursday, November 6; 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Silk Flowers: Thursday, November 13; 6:30 - 8:30 PM

S.T.C. - Strength, Tone & Cardio

    Here is that fun, no pressure, built for everyone exercise class you have been looking for!!!  Beginners are encouraged and everyone works out at their own level.

8 week session beginning Thursday, September 25;  10:00 - 11:00 AM

Members: $68  ;  Non-Members: $80

Exercise mat or beach towel, water bottle and 1-3 pound hand weights are recommended

Free Friday Family Movie Nights      

Once again, in partnershp with the Dedham Public Library and Donahue Real Estate Company, DCH is holding three free family movie nights on the front lawn of the Community House.  Bring something to sit on and enjoy a movie and refreshments under the stars. 

Save the date: 

Friday, August 29th, 7:30 p.m.:  Monster's Inc.   

Did you know that DCH members have access to the Charles River?  Free parking and a short walk down our path lead to the Charles and a beautiful view.  Bring your canoe and enjoy a ride down the Charles.  Click the Membership link below for more about membership.

Please keep checking back for updated information on Fall Programs and Special Events as well as links to all necessary paperwork to register for our programs and workshops.

We look forward to seeing you around the Dedham Community House this Fall!!!