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Saturday June 6, 2026
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9:00 AM - 9:40 AM
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Super Soccer Stars - Spring 2026: Super Soccer Stars Ages 2-3
At Super Soccer Stars, it is our goal to teach soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. Our philosophy is to use soccer to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork in every class. Our specially designed curriculum uses positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to ensure that each child improves at their own rate while having endless fun.No program:February 14February 21May 23Super Soccer Stars Cancelled on Saturday, May 30 due to rain. Make up on Saturday, June 13
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Beginner Session 3 Saturdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
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Super Soccer Stars - Spring 2026: Super Soccer Stars Ages 3-4 Session 1
At Super Soccer Stars, it is our goal to teach soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. Our philosophy is to use soccer to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork in every class. Our specially designed curriculum uses positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to ensure that each child improves at their own rate while having endless fun.No program:February 14February 21May 23Super Soccer Stars Cancelled on Saturday, May 30 due to rain. Make up on Saturday, June 13
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Advanced Beginner Session 3 Saturdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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10:35 AM - 11:20 AM
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Super Soccer Stars - Spring 2026: Super Soccer Stars Ages 3-4 Session 2
At Super Soccer Stars, it is our goal to teach soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. Our philosophy is to use soccer to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork in every class. Our specially designed curriculum uses positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to ensure that each child improves at their own rate while having endless fun.No program:February 14February 21May 23Super Soccer Stars Cancelled on Saturday, May 30 due to rain. Make up on Saturday, June 13
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Intermediate Session 3 Saturdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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11:25 AM - 12:15 PM
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Super Soccer Stars - Spring 2026: Super Soccer Stars Ages 4-6 Session 1
At Super Soccer Stars, it is our goal to teach soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. Our philosophy is to use soccer to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork in every class. Our specially designed curriculum uses positive reinforcement and a low child-to-coach ratio to ensure that each child improves at their own rate while having endless fun.No program:February 14February 21May 23Super Soccer Stars Cancelled on Saturday, May 30 due to rain. Make up on Saturday, June 13
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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USTA Youth Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 USTA Youth Tennis - Grades 1 - 2
The tennis program where kids play while they learn! Led by an approved USTA Net Generation tennis coach, the program will focus on developing the skills to serve, rally, and play - so it's perfect for beginners and first-time players. Once the skills are there, participants will play fun matches with other players in the program. This program uses modified tennis balls, age-appropriate rackets and court sizes, and the latest fun and engaging activities that help players successfully learn and play the game quicker! All players in their first session receive and keep a new age-appropriate racket and tennis ball.Make Up Tennis Lesson:May 23Saturday, May 30 at 8:20am: USTA Youth Tennis Lessons are cancelled today due to rain. I will be talking with USTA about scheduling make up lessons and will let you all know.
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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USTA Youth Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026: USTA Youth Tennis - Grades 3 - 5
The tennis program where kids play while they learn! Led by an approved USTA Net Generation tennis coach, the program will focus on developing the skills to serve, rally, and play - so it's perfect for beginners and first-time players. Once the skills are there, participants will play fun matches with other players in the program. This program uses modified tennis balls, age-appropriate rackets and court sizes, and the latest fun and engaging activities that help players successfully learn and play the game quicker! All players in their first session receive and keep a new age-appropriate racket and tennis ball.Make Up Tennis Lesson:May 23Saturday, May 30 at 8:20am: USTA Youth Tennis Lessons are cancelled today due to rain. I will be talking with USTA about scheduling make up lessons and will let you all know.
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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USTA Youth Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026: USTA Youth Tennis - Grades 3 - 5 Session 2
The tennis program where kids play while they learn! Led by an approved USTA Net Generation tennis coach, the program will focus on developing the skills to serve, rally, and play - so it's perfect for beginners and first-time players. Once the skills are there, participants will play fun matches with other players in the program. This program uses modified tennis balls, age-appropriate rackets and court sizes, and the latest fun and engaging activities that help players successfully learn and play the game quicker! All players in their first session receive and keep a new age-appropriate racket and tennis ball.Make Up Tennis Lesson:May 23Saturday, May 30 at 8:20am: USTA Youth Tennis Lessons are cancelled today due to rain. I will be talking with USTA about scheduling make up lessons and will let you all know.
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2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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USTA Youth Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026: USTA Youth Tennis - Grades 6 - 8
The tennis program where kids play while they learn! Led by an approved USTA Net Generation tennis coach, the program will focus on developing the skills to serve, rally, and play - so it's perfect for beginners and first-time players. Once the skills are there, participants will play fun matches with other players in the program. This program uses modified tennis balls, age-appropriate rackets and court sizes, and the latest fun and engaging activities that help players successfully learn and play the game quicker! All players in their first session receive and keep a new age-appropriate racket and tennis ball.Make Up Tennis Lesson:May 23Saturday, May 30 at 8:20am: USTA Youth Tennis Lessons are cancelled today due to rain. I will be talking with USTA about scheduling make up lessons and will let you all know.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Winter/Spring 2026: Puzzle League - Winter/Spring 2026: Puzzle League - June (500)
Do you love puzzles? Then this is the program for you! Teams of up to four players will compete to complete a 500 or 750 piece puzzle. The first team to complete their puzzle will win a prize of four other 500 piece puzzles! All teams get to keep the competition puzzle! When registering ONLY ONE MEMBER FROM EACH TEAM NEEDS TO REGISTER. Please submit your team mates first and last names when prompted. Under 14 must attend with a registered adult.January will be 750 piecesFebruary will be 500 piecesMarch will be 750 piecesApril will be 500 piecesMay will be 750 piecesJune will be 500 pieces
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Monday June 8, 2026
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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WSTL - WSTL Spring 2026
The WSTL is a travel league for competitive players who already have experience in a competitive tennis environment. Matches will take place each Tuesday ( 4 and 3 level) and Thursday ( 2 level ) with a starting time at 9:00am. Practices will take place on Mondays at 9:00am (2 level ), 10:30am ( 3 level ), 12:00pm ( 4 level ). Make ups are on Fridays if needed. This league is for experienced and competitive players who are at least USTA level 3.5/4.0. Try outs may apply. This team will be coached by Benoit. Please note that the currently scheduled dates and times are placeholders that will be updated when the schedule is released by the WSTL. Coach Benoit will contact all participants with the updated schedule.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Needham Badminton Academy - Spring 2026: Needham Badminton Academy Mondays
Focus on badminton fundamentals for holding a racket, swing and footwork technique, as well as basic shots. Proper warm-up and drills will be introduced as well. Fundamental skills as a foundation for badminton skills and movements as follow. - Proper forehand and backhand grips- Forehand lift- Backhand lift - Clear (high/long)- Serves- Introduction to footwork- Half court practiceNO PROGRAMJanuary 19February 16February 17April 20April 21May 25Students will need a racket and bring non-marking, indoor court shoes. You can get badminton rackets and shoes either from Amazon or Badminton Warehouse. Links to their websites as follow.badmintonwarehouse.com (Any Yonex rackets are good. Instructor Recommends: Yonex Astrox 77 or ArcSaber 7)Amazon.com
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Adult Badminton - 2025-2026 Mondays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Tuesday June 9, 2026
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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WSTL - WSTL Spring 2026
The WSTL is a travel league for competitive players who already have experience in a competitive tennis environment. Matches will take place each Tuesday ( 4 and 3 level) and Thursday ( 2 level ) with a starting time at 9:00am. Practices will take place on Mondays at 9:00am (2 level ), 10:30am ( 3 level ), 12:00pm ( 4 level ). Make ups are on Fridays if needed. This league is for experienced and competitive players who are at least USTA level 3.5/4.0. Try outs may apply. This team will be coached by Benoit. Please note that the currently scheduled dates and times are placeholders that will be updated when the schedule is released by the WSTL. Coach Benoit will contact all participants with the updated schedule.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Senior Yoga - Spring 2026 Session 2 - Senior Yoga Tuesdays with Carol
Traditional Hatha yoga postures will be used and tailored for the senior population! Increase flexibility, balance and stretch with some quiet meditation and relaxation. Participants should bring a yoga mat.NO PROGRAM:January 9 session is cancelled as instructors are unavailableFebruary 17February 20April 21April 24
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Needham Community Theatre: Acting Programs for Youth & Teens - NCT: Storybook Theatre Kids Spring
Storybook Theatre KidsYoung performers will explore the magic of theatre through imaginative play, storytelling, movement, and beginner acting skills. Using familiar stories and creative games, students will learn how to bring characters to life while building confidence and working as a team. Throughout the session, the class will also create simple props and costume pieces to use in a short, narrated showcase for families on the final day. No experience or special clothing required.Broadway BootcampBroadway Bootcamp introduces students to the essential elements of musical theatre like acting, singing, and dancing, through a collection of scenes, songs, and simple choreography. Students will create a mini Broadway Revue showcase for parents featuring selections from classic and contemporary shows on the final day. No experience or special clothing is required. Teen Actors Studio What are the vital tools for success needed to “break out of your box” and confidently showcase your ability to play a range of characters at auditions, callbacks and in all of your performances? This class is designed for teen actors eager for individualized feedback and training, who will be given the tools every actor needs to build their confidence and raise their acting and audition skills to the next level. Students in this teen acting studio will build, sharpen and showcase their acting skills through challenging acting training in monologue and scene work.
If you are interested in this program and in need of financial assistance, please reach out to parkandrecreation@needhamma.gov, Needham Park and Recreation and Needham Community Theatre may be able to assist with your registration.
NO PROGRAMApril 21April 23April 28
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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Needham Community Theatre: Acting Programs for Youth & Teens - NCT: Broadway Bootcamp Spring
Storybook Theatre KidsYoung performers will explore the magic of theatre through imaginative play, storytelling, movement, and beginner acting skills. Using familiar stories and creative games, students will learn how to bring characters to life while building confidence and working as a team. Throughout the session, the class will also create simple props and costume pieces to use in a short, narrated showcase for families on the final day. No experience or special clothing required.Broadway BootcampBroadway Bootcamp introduces students to the essential elements of musical theatre like acting, singing, and dancing, through a collection of scenes, songs, and simple choreography. Students will create a mini Broadway Revue showcase for parents featuring selections from classic and contemporary shows on the final day. No experience or special clothing is required. Teen Actors Studio What are the vital tools for success needed to “break out of your box” and confidently showcase your ability to play a range of characters at auditions, callbacks and in all of your performances? This class is designed for teen actors eager for individualized feedback and training, who will be given the tools every actor needs to build their confidence and raise their acting and audition skills to the next level. Students in this teen acting studio will build, sharpen and showcase their acting skills through challenging acting training in monologue and scene work.
If you are interested in this program and in need of financial assistance, please reach out to parkandrecreation@needhamma.gov, Needham Park and Recreation and Needham Community Theatre may be able to assist with your registration.
NO PROGRAMApril 21April 23April 28
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Adult Badminton - 2025-2026 Tuesdays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Wednesday June 10, 2026
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Beginner Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Senior Exercise - Spring 2026: Senior Exercise Wednesdays Session 2
Senior Exercise with DenaThese classes are designed to help folks, ages 50 and older stay fit in an enjoyable, social and supportive setting. Dena leads a low-impact aerobics class, which includes stretching and use of free weights. Emphasis on cardiovascular fitness and endurance, maintaining range of motion, and injury prevention!No Program:February 18April 22
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Advanced Beginner Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Intermediate Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Yoga Flow - Summer 2026: Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Flow
Join us in stretching, balancing, strengthening, and relaxing in our Adult Yoga Class. Classes are taught by a certified instructor in a warm and welcoming environment for newbies or long-time yogis at heart.No program:February 18April 22
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Dance: Line Dancing - Summer 2026: Line Dancing
Beginner line dancing is great fun while you improve memory skills, strengthen bones, develop better balance, relieve stress, and put a smile on your face. Each dance is broken down first, demonstrated and then danced to contemporary music that you will enjoy! No need to have a partner! Please wear comfortable shoes with smooth soles. No sandals or flip flops.No program:February 18
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8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Dance: Ballroom Dancing - Summer 2026: Ballroom Dancing
Dancing is a perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. Learn the basic step elements, posture, poise, lead/follow, technique, etc. Dances include: Merengue, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Swing, Rumba, and Salsa/Cha Cha. No partner required. Please wear comfortable shoes.No program:October 15November 26
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Basketball - Adult Basketball - 2025-2026
Dribble, dribble, dribble - shoot! Join us for a weekly night of basketball! We'll put together different teams each week to keep the hoops competition fierce! Pay one fee for the season from October - June!Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.No Session:April 21Summer Times:June 17: 8pm - 10pmJune 24 - August 19: 7:00pm - 9:00pmAugust 26 - September 30: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Thursday June 11, 2026
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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WSTL - WSTL Spring 2026
The WSTL is a travel league for competitive players who already have experience in a competitive tennis environment. Matches will take place each Tuesday ( 4 and 3 level) and Thursday ( 2 level ) with a starting time at 9:00am. Practices will take place on Mondays at 9:00am (2 level ), 10:30am ( 3 level ), 12:00pm ( 4 level ). Make ups are on Fridays if needed. This league is for experienced and competitive players who are at least USTA level 3.5/4.0. Try outs may apply. This team will be coached by Benoit. Please note that the currently scheduled dates and times are placeholders that will be updated when the schedule is released by the WSTL. Coach Benoit will contact all participants with the updated schedule.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Senior Strength and Balance - Spring 2026: Senior Strength and Balance Session 2
Senior Strength and Balance
A movement class with additional focus on balance. Participants will be balancing workouts to improve strength, stability, and coordination to help prevent falls and injuries. A chair can be used in place of a yoga mat.
No Program:February 19April 23
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Volleyball - Adult Volleyball - 2025-2026
Serve, volley, set, spike! This program is for players with some experience. Teams are formed each evening for pick up play. Two courts are available. Pay one fee for the season.Please note that the schedule may be adjusted depending on how often NHS Athletics requires use of the gyms. Notice will be given as far in advance as possible.
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Monday June 15, 2026
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Summer 2026: Adult Badminton - Summer Session - Mondays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Tuesday June 16, 2026
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3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Needham Community Theatre: Acting Programs for Youth & Teens - NCT: Storybook Theatre Kids Spring
Storybook Theatre KidsYoung performers will explore the magic of theatre through imaginative play, storytelling, movement, and beginner acting skills. Using familiar stories and creative games, students will learn how to bring characters to life while building confidence and working as a team. Throughout the session, the class will also create simple props and costume pieces to use in a short, narrated showcase for families on the final day. No experience or special clothing required.Broadway BootcampBroadway Bootcamp introduces students to the essential elements of musical theatre like acting, singing, and dancing, through a collection of scenes, songs, and simple choreography. Students will create a mini Broadway Revue showcase for parents featuring selections from classic and contemporary shows on the final day. No experience or special clothing is required. Teen Actors Studio What are the vital tools for success needed to “break out of your box” and confidently showcase your ability to play a range of characters at auditions, callbacks and in all of your performances? This class is designed for teen actors eager for individualized feedback and training, who will be given the tools every actor needs to build their confidence and raise their acting and audition skills to the next level. Students in this teen acting studio will build, sharpen and showcase their acting skills through challenging acting training in monologue and scene work.
If you are interested in this program and in need of financial assistance, please reach out to parkandrecreation@needhamma.gov, Needham Park and Recreation and Needham Community Theatre may be able to assist with your registration.
NO PROGRAMApril 21April 23April 28
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4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Needham Community Theatre: Acting Programs for Youth & Teens - NCT: Broadway Bootcamp Spring
Storybook Theatre KidsYoung performers will explore the magic of theatre through imaginative play, storytelling, movement, and beginner acting skills. Using familiar stories and creative games, students will learn how to bring characters to life while building confidence and working as a team. Throughout the session, the class will also create simple props and costume pieces to use in a short, narrated showcase for families on the final day. No experience or special clothing required.Broadway BootcampBroadway Bootcamp introduces students to the essential elements of musical theatre like acting, singing, and dancing, through a collection of scenes, songs, and simple choreography. Students will create a mini Broadway Revue showcase for parents featuring selections from classic and contemporary shows on the final day. No experience or special clothing is required. Teen Actors Studio What are the vital tools for success needed to “break out of your box” and confidently showcase your ability to play a range of characters at auditions, callbacks and in all of your performances? This class is designed for teen actors eager for individualized feedback and training, who will be given the tools every actor needs to build their confidence and raise their acting and audition skills to the next level. Students in this teen acting studio will build, sharpen and showcase their acting skills through challenging acting training in monologue and scene work.
If you are interested in this program and in need of financial assistance, please reach out to parkandrecreation@needhamma.gov, Needham Park and Recreation and Needham Community Theatre may be able to assist with your registration.
NO PROGRAMApril 21April 23April 28
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Summer 2026: Adult Badminton - Summer Session - Tuesdays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Wednesday June 17, 2026
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Beginner Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Advanced Beginner Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Intermediate Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Yoga Flow - Summer 2026: Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Flow
Join us in stretching, balancing, strengthening, and relaxing in our Adult Yoga Class. Classes are taught by a certified instructor in a warm and welcoming environment for newbies or long-time yogis at heart.No program:February 18April 22
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Dance: Line Dancing - Summer 2026: Line Dancing
Beginner line dancing is great fun while you improve memory skills, strengthen bones, develop better balance, relieve stress, and put a smile on your face. Each dance is broken down first, demonstrated and then danced to contemporary music that you will enjoy! No need to have a partner! Please wear comfortable shoes with smooth soles. No sandals or flip flops.No program:February 18
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8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Dance: Ballroom Dancing - Summer 2026: Ballroom Dancing
Dancing is a perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. Learn the basic step elements, posture, poise, lead/follow, technique, etc. Dances include: Merengue, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Swing, Rumba, and Salsa/Cha Cha. No partner required. Please wear comfortable shoes.No program:October 15November 26
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Basketball - Adult Basketball - Summer 2026
Dribble, dribble, dribble - shoot! Join us for a weekly night of basketball! We'll put together different teams each week to keep the hoops competition fierce! Pay one fee for the season from October - June!Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.No Session:April 21Summer Times:June 17: 8pm - 10pmJune 24 - August 19: 7:00pm - 9:00pmAugust 26 - September 30: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
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Thursday June 18, 2026
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Volleyball - Adult Volleyball - Summer 2026 Session
Serve, volley, set, spike! This program is for players with some experience. Teams are formed each evening for pick up play. Two courts are available. Pay one fee for the season.Please note that the schedule may be adjusted depending on how often NHS Athletics requires use of the gyms. Notice will be given as far in advance as possible.
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Monday June 22, 2026
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Summer 2026: Adult Badminton - Summer Session - Mondays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Tuesday June 23, 2026
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Fun4All - Games Galore - Summer 2026: Fun4All - Games Galore
Prepare for a week packed with games, challenges, and non-stop fun! From classic board games to relay races and more, kids will engage in activities that promote teamwork, strategy, and friendly competition. Each day will be filled with laughter and active play, making it a perfect program for kids who love to stay on the move!
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4:00 PM - 4:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 4 - 6 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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5:00 PM - 5:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 7 - 8 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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6:00 PM - 6:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 9 - 10 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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7:00 PM - 7:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 11- 13 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Summer 2026: Adult Badminton - Summer Session - Tuesdays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Wednesday June 24, 2026
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Beginner Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Fun4All - Games Galore - Summer 2026: Fun4All - Games Galore
Prepare for a week packed with games, challenges, and non-stop fun! From classic board games to relay races and more, kids will engage in activities that promote teamwork, strategy, and friendly competition. Each day will be filled with laughter and active play, making it a perfect program for kids who love to stay on the move!
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Advanced Beginner Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Adult Tennis Lessons - Spring 2026 Adult Tennis - Intermediate Session 3 Wednesdays
Are you looking for an introduction to the basics of tennis? The beginner lessons will cover using forehand and backhand strokes, serving, and understanding the rules of the game. The advanced beginner and intermediate courses are for someone who is looking to develop court strategy and improve their technique. The advanced classes will cover skills like stroke positioning, volleying, and serving. Please bring a racket. Instructors may adjust your class level as needed.No program:April 4May 23Make Up dates if needed:Wednesday Session 1 Make up Date: April 15Wednesday Session 2 Make up Date: May 27Wednesday Session 3 Make up Date: July 1Saturday Session 1 Make up Date: April 25Saturday Session 2 Make up Date: NoneSaturday Session 3 Make up Date: NoneIf we end up needing more than one make up date (or no make up date is available), then all participants will receive a $20 refund per class cancelled.Saturday, May 30: 8:28am - Tennis lessons on Saturday, May 30 are cancelled due to the rain.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Yoga Flow - Summer 2026: Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Flow
Join us in stretching, balancing, strengthening, and relaxing in our Adult Yoga Class. Classes are taught by a certified instructor in a warm and welcoming environment for newbies or long-time yogis at heart.No program:February 18April 22
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Dance: Line Dancing - Summer 2026: Line Dancing
Beginner line dancing is great fun while you improve memory skills, strengthen bones, develop better balance, relieve stress, and put a smile on your face. Each dance is broken down first, demonstrated and then danced to contemporary music that you will enjoy! No need to have a partner! Please wear comfortable shoes with smooth soles. No sandals or flip flops.No program:February 18
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Adult Basketball - Adult Basketball - Summer 2026
Dribble, dribble, dribble - shoot! Join us for a weekly night of basketball! We'll put together different teams each week to keep the hoops competition fierce! Pay one fee for the season from October - June!Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.No Session:April 21Summer Times:June 17: 8pm - 10pmJune 24 - August 19: 7:00pm - 9:00pmAugust 26 - September 30: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
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8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Dance: Ballroom Dancing - Summer 2026: Ballroom Dancing
Dancing is a perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. Learn the basic step elements, posture, poise, lead/follow, technique, etc. Dances include: Merengue, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Swing, Rumba, and Salsa/Cha Cha. No partner required. Please wear comfortable shoes.No program:October 15November 26
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Thursday June 25, 2026
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Fun4All - Games Galore - Summer 2026: Fun4All - Games Galore
Prepare for a week packed with games, challenges, and non-stop fun! From classic board games to relay races and more, kids will engage in activities that promote teamwork, strategy, and friendly competition. Each day will be filled with laughter and active play, making it a perfect program for kids who love to stay on the move!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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Summer 2026: USTA Tennis Social League - Summer 2026: USTA Tennis Social League
USTA New England's Social Tennis League offers the opportunity for adults ages 21 and up throughout New England to meet new people through the game of tennis. This league is a great way to improve your skills or get back into tennis in a fun, social environment. All levels are welcome to join as long as you can serve, rally and know the rules at a minimum since this league is match-based. This league is NOT for beginners. The first night of each season is a fun hit-around so players can get practice in before matches start and meet the other players in the league. In the following weeks, players will be put on co-ed teams and will be assigned a one-hour doubles match at either 6 or 7pm. The final week is playoffs to determine the winning team for the season. USTA provides all balls as well as captain gifts and winner prizes. All you need to bring is your racquet. Rain Dates: August 13 and August 20 Every player who registers for the league must complete this team placement form prior to the start of the league. This form helps us place you on a team based on your playing level, availability and teammate requests.
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Volleyball - Adult Volleyball - Summer 2026 Session
Serve, volley, set, spike! This program is for players with some experience. Teams are formed each evening for pick up play. Two courts are available. Pay one fee for the season.Please note that the schedule may be adjusted depending on how often NHS Athletics requires use of the gyms. Notice will be given as far in advance as possible.
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Monday June 29, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:00-8:30am Adult/Child Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:00-8:30am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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8:20 AM - 9:00 AM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1 Early Drop-Off
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:45-9:15am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Summer 2026: KidzArt - Summer 2026: KidzArt - Week One - Half Day
This full or half-day program is for kids who love to create! Using the weekly themes and the support of a highly inventive staff, kids will work on a variety of projects using different mediums. The highlight of each week is a Friday show where we will showcase all of the great art from the week! Please bring a nut free snack and a water bottle each day, and a lunch if attending for the full day. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Art Lab - Summer 2026: Art Lab - Week One
If you love arts and crafts then this camp is for you! Each day we will work on different craft projects inspired by the weekly theme. Projects will be engaging, fun and will use a variety of different materials including paint, yarn, fabric, paper, scratch art, recycled materials and so much more! Parents are welcome to attend our Art Show on the last day of the week where participants will display their projects from throughout the week!Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Jr. All Stars - Summer 2026: Jr. All Stars - Week One
For Youth of all abilities, try out a variety of common and uncommon sports including ones you like and ones you'd like to try out! Activities include soccer, basketball, wiffle ball, flag football, dodgeball, capture the flag, kickball, ultimate frisbee, pickle and many more! Activities needed to play will be provided. Please bring a water bottle, nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day. Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, kickball, snack, world cup, pickle, lunch card games, dodgeball, second snack, capture the flag, knock out, pick upThis program will be held at the Mitchell Elementary School gymnasium. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp Registration JotForm: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Kids Off Broadway - Summer 2026: Kids Off Broadway - Week One
Theater is... improvisational training, character development, props, set design, costume creation, writing and on-stage performance. Participants will use their imagination to create a memorable scripted performance based on beloved children's books.Friday, participants will be showcasing their self-expression and creativity in a live performance for family and friends to enjoy! Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day!Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, story time, snack, play rehearsal, lunch, create a commercial, costume design, second snack, arts and crafts, pick upPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: KidzArt - Summer 2026: KidzArt - Week One
This full or half-day program is for kids who love to create! Using the weekly themes and the support of a highly inventive staff, kids will work on a variety of projects using different mediums. The highlight of each week is a Friday show where we will showcase all of the great art from the week! Please bring a nut free snack and a water bottle each day, and a lunch if attending for the full day. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Leader In Training Program - PRE-REGISTRATION - Summer 2026: Leader In Training Program - PRE-REGISTRATION
Needham Park and Recreation is thrilled to announce the return of the Leaders in Training program. This program is designed to bring our teens to our summer programs and introduce them to the skills necessary to be a successful summer camp counselor. Anyone interested must apply by the below date and undergo a selection process which will include a short interview. Our Leaders in Training program will provide opportunities to volunteer with our camps such as: Summer Recess: Explorers and Adventurers, P&R , KidzArt, Jr. Allstars, Kids Off Broadway, Art Lab, Sports Specialties. Engineering Summer is not available in Summer 2026. All Leaders in Training must attend our Leaders in Training trainings. Leaders in Training are initially registered for 35 hours over a 1 week session (9am-4pm) unless you're registered for the week of July 4th which will be 28 hours. Any time beyond that is up to the discretion of the Group Leaders and the Site Directors at their program. All Leaders in Training will receive two shirts at the trainings.All Leaders in Training must submit a SORI/CORI form, a copy of their most recent (within 18 months) physical and a copy of their immunization record after completing the selection process. All SORI/CORI form must be submitted with a copy of their ID which can be a school photo ID, passport, or a copy of their birth certificate and social security card. Available Weeks:1. June 29 - July 2 (No camp July 3)2. July 6 - July 103. July 13 - July 17 4. July 20 - July 245. July 27 - July 316. August 3 - August 77. August 10 - August 14Available Programs & Age Requirements:Swim Lessons (13+ *Must pass a swim test with Assistant Director)KidzArt (13+)Summer Recess: Explorers (13+) Summer Recess: Adventurers (13+) Jr. All Stars (13+) Art Lab (14+)Kids Off Broadway (15+) Tennis Academy (15+)Sports Specialties (16+)
Registration Start Date: March 11 at 12:00pm Registration End Date: April 17 at 12:00pmSelection Process Start Date: April 20, prospective LIT's notified via emailSelection Process End Date: May 11 LIT Training 1: June 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Memorial Park Field HouseLIT Training 2: June 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm at the Memorial Park Field HouseAges: 13+ Available Spots: Two LITs per camp per week Registration Fee: After completing the selection process, applicants will need to pay a one time $50 registration fee
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Sports Specialties - Summer 2026: Sports Specialties - Week One
Come play a wide selection of different indoor and outdoor team-based sports! Participants will be split up into different teams at the beginning of each week and compete with one another throughout the week. Every day participants will play a variety of different sports and activities like soccer, basketball, capture the flag, dodgeball, street hockey, kickball, and so much more. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, introductions, floor hockey, snack, soccer, basketball, lunch, kickball, handball, snack, dodgeball, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Adventurers - Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Adventurers - Week One
If you like playing a wide variety of games and activities, including sports, circle games, arts and crafts, indoor activities, outdoor activities and more, then Summer Recess is for you! Participants will enjoy new games and beloved classics everyday based on weekly themes. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, indoor game, snack, craft, outdoor game, lunch, outdoor game, snack, circle games, playground time, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Explorers - Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Explorers - Week One
If you like playing a wide variety of games and activities, including sports, circle games, arts and crafts, indoor activities, outdoor activities and more, then Summer Recess is for you! Participants will enjoy new games and beloved classics everyday based on weekly themes. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, indoor game, snack, craft, outdoor game, lunch, outdoor game, snack, circle games, playground time, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Tennis Academy - Tennis Academy - Week 1
Game, Set, Match! Whether you're new to tennis or have some experience, Tennis Academy will teach, improve skills, and elevate your game in a fun, positive environment. In the mornings Tennis Academy will focus on improving tennis skills while in the afternoon participants will enjoy exciting team games and activities. Please bring a water bottle, nut free lunch, two nut free snacks, and your own tennis racket each day.Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, warm ups, snack, training, lunch, tennis games, snacks, matches, activities, pick upPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 9:30-10:15am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 10:15-10:45am Adult/Child Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 10:15-10:45am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 11:00-11:30am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1 Extended Day
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Summer 2026: Adult Badminton - Summer Session - Mondays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Tuesday June 30, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:00-8:30am Adult/Child Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:00-8:30am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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8:20 AM - 9:00 AM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1 Early Drop-Off
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:45-9:15am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Summer 2026: KidzArt - Summer 2026: KidzArt - Week One - Half Day
This full or half-day program is for kids who love to create! Using the weekly themes and the support of a highly inventive staff, kids will work on a variety of projects using different mediums. The highlight of each week is a Friday show where we will showcase all of the great art from the week! Please bring a nut free snack and a water bottle each day, and a lunch if attending for the full day. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Art Lab - Summer 2026: Art Lab - Week One
If you love arts and crafts then this camp is for you! Each day we will work on different craft projects inspired by the weekly theme. Projects will be engaging, fun and will use a variety of different materials including paint, yarn, fabric, paper, scratch art, recycled materials and so much more! Parents are welcome to attend our Art Show on the last day of the week where participants will display their projects from throughout the week!Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Jr. All Stars - Summer 2026: Jr. All Stars - Week One
For Youth of all abilities, try out a variety of common and uncommon sports including ones you like and ones you'd like to try out! Activities include soccer, basketball, wiffle ball, flag football, dodgeball, capture the flag, kickball, ultimate frisbee, pickle and many more! Activities needed to play will be provided. Please bring a water bottle, nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day. Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, kickball, snack, world cup, pickle, lunch card games, dodgeball, second snack, capture the flag, knock out, pick upThis program will be held at the Mitchell Elementary School gymnasium. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp Registration JotForm: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Kids Off Broadway - Summer 2026: Kids Off Broadway - Week One
Theater is... improvisational training, character development, props, set design, costume creation, writing and on-stage performance. Participants will use their imagination to create a memorable scripted performance based on beloved children's books.Friday, participants will be showcasing their self-expression and creativity in a live performance for family and friends to enjoy! Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day!Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, story time, snack, play rehearsal, lunch, create a commercial, costume design, second snack, arts and crafts, pick upPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: KidzArt - Summer 2026: KidzArt - Week One
This full or half-day program is for kids who love to create! Using the weekly themes and the support of a highly inventive staff, kids will work on a variety of projects using different mediums. The highlight of each week is a Friday show where we will showcase all of the great art from the week! Please bring a nut free snack and a water bottle each day, and a lunch if attending for the full day. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Leader In Training Program - PRE-REGISTRATION - Summer 2026: Leader In Training Program - PRE-REGISTRATION
Needham Park and Recreation is thrilled to announce the return of the Leaders in Training program. This program is designed to bring our teens to our summer programs and introduce them to the skills necessary to be a successful summer camp counselor. Anyone interested must apply by the below date and undergo a selection process which will include a short interview. Our Leaders in Training program will provide opportunities to volunteer with our camps such as: Summer Recess: Explorers and Adventurers, P&R , KidzArt, Jr. Allstars, Kids Off Broadway, Art Lab, Sports Specialties. Engineering Summer is not available in Summer 2026. All Leaders in Training must attend our Leaders in Training trainings. Leaders in Training are initially registered for 35 hours over a 1 week session (9am-4pm) unless you're registered for the week of July 4th which will be 28 hours. Any time beyond that is up to the discretion of the Group Leaders and the Site Directors at their program. All Leaders in Training will receive two shirts at the trainings.All Leaders in Training must submit a SORI/CORI form, a copy of their most recent (within 18 months) physical and a copy of their immunization record after completing the selection process. All SORI/CORI form must be submitted with a copy of their ID which can be a school photo ID, passport, or a copy of their birth certificate and social security card. Available Weeks:1. June 29 - July 2 (No camp July 3)2. July 6 - July 103. July 13 - July 17 4. July 20 - July 245. July 27 - July 316. August 3 - August 77. August 10 - August 14Available Programs & Age Requirements:Swim Lessons (13+ *Must pass a swim test with Assistant Director)KidzArt (13+)Summer Recess: Explorers (13+) Summer Recess: Adventurers (13+) Jr. All Stars (13+) Art Lab (14+)Kids Off Broadway (15+) Tennis Academy (15+)Sports Specialties (16+)
Registration Start Date: March 11 at 12:00pm Registration End Date: April 17 at 12:00pmSelection Process Start Date: April 20, prospective LIT's notified via emailSelection Process End Date: May 11 LIT Training 1: June 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Memorial Park Field HouseLIT Training 2: June 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm at the Memorial Park Field HouseAges: 13+ Available Spots: Two LITs per camp per week Registration Fee: After completing the selection process, applicants will need to pay a one time $50 registration fee
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Sports Specialties - Summer 2026: Sports Specialties - Week One
Come play a wide selection of different indoor and outdoor team-based sports! Participants will be split up into different teams at the beginning of each week and compete with one another throughout the week. Every day participants will play a variety of different sports and activities like soccer, basketball, capture the flag, dodgeball, street hockey, kickball, and so much more. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, introductions, floor hockey, snack, soccer, basketball, lunch, kickball, handball, snack, dodgeball, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Adventurers - Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Adventurers - Week One
If you like playing a wide variety of games and activities, including sports, circle games, arts and crafts, indoor activities, outdoor activities and more, then Summer Recess is for you! Participants will enjoy new games and beloved classics everyday based on weekly themes. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, indoor game, snack, craft, outdoor game, lunch, outdoor game, snack, circle games, playground time, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Explorers - Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Explorers - Week One
If you like playing a wide variety of games and activities, including sports, circle games, arts and crafts, indoor activities, outdoor activities and more, then Summer Recess is for you! Participants will enjoy new games and beloved classics everyday based on weekly themes. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, indoor game, snack, craft, outdoor game, lunch, outdoor game, snack, circle games, playground time, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Tennis Academy - Tennis Academy - Week 1
Game, Set, Match! Whether you're new to tennis or have some experience, Tennis Academy will teach, improve skills, and elevate your game in a fun, positive environment. In the mornings Tennis Academy will focus on improving tennis skills while in the afternoon participants will enjoy exciting team games and activities. Please bring a water bottle, nut free lunch, two nut free snacks, and your own tennis racket each day.Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, warm ups, snack, training, lunch, tennis games, snacks, matches, activities, pick upPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 9:30-10:15am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 10:15-10:45am Adult/Child Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 10:15-10:45am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 11:00-11:30am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1 Extended Day
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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4:00 PM - 4:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 4 - 6 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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5:00 PM - 5:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 7 - 8 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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6:00 PM - 6:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 9 - 10 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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7:00 PM - 7:50 PM
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Summer 2026: NHL Street Hockey - NHL Street Hockey Ages 11- 13 Division
NHL Street Hockey is the official street hockey league of the NHL and the premier youth ball hockey experience in North America. The focus of NHL Street is to have fun, stay fit, and make friends! NHL Street takes place on foot, and does not require any experience in skating or ice hockey. Prior hockey knowledge and experience is great, but not required. Uniforms will have NHL team logos and all goalie gear, balls, nets will be provided. Come experience the newest program in the country and compete in the fastest game on sneakers! Games will run for 50 minutes. Player equipment necessary is a street hockey stick (ice hockey sticks are acceptable).
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8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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Adult Badminton - Summer 2026: Adult Badminton - Summer Session - Tuesdays
Grab your racket and join us weekly for a night of Badminton! We'll have courts set up for double play for both beginner and advanced levels. Pay one fee for the season from October - June! Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.Adult Badminton on Tuesdays will likely have a reduced schedule compared to Mondays due to use of the gym by NHS Athletics over the winter. In the 2023-2024 season, we were able to hold about 20 of the originally 33 scheduled so that is what we've priced the program around this year.No session on: Mondays:October 13December 29January 19February 16April 20May 25Tuesdays (please note many Tuesdays between November and March may be affected by the NHS Athletics schedule):November 11December 30February 17April 21
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Wednesday July 1, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:00-8:30am Adult/Child Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:00-8:30am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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8:20 AM - 9:00 AM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1 Early Drop-Off
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 8:45-9:15am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Summer 2026: KidzArt - Summer 2026: KidzArt - Week One - Half Day
This full or half-day program is for kids who love to create! Using the weekly themes and the support of a highly inventive staff, kids will work on a variety of projects using different mediums. The highlight of each week is a Friday show where we will showcase all of the great art from the week! Please bring a nut free snack and a water bottle each day, and a lunch if attending for the full day. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Art Lab - Summer 2026: Art Lab - Week One
If you love arts and crafts then this camp is for you! Each day we will work on different craft projects inspired by the weekly theme. Projects will be engaging, fun and will use a variety of different materials including paint, yarn, fabric, paper, scratch art, recycled materials and so much more! Parents are welcome to attend our Art Show on the last day of the week where participants will display their projects from throughout the week!Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Jr. All Stars - Summer 2026: Jr. All Stars - Week One
For Youth of all abilities, try out a variety of common and uncommon sports including ones you like and ones you'd like to try out! Activities include soccer, basketball, wiffle ball, flag football, dodgeball, capture the flag, kickball, ultimate frisbee, pickle and many more! Activities needed to play will be provided. Please bring a water bottle, nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day. Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, kickball, snack, world cup, pickle, lunch card games, dodgeball, second snack, capture the flag, knock out, pick upThis program will be held at the Mitchell Elementary School gymnasium. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp Registration JotForm: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Kids Off Broadway - Summer 2026: Kids Off Broadway - Week One
Theater is... improvisational training, character development, props, set design, costume creation, writing and on-stage performance. Participants will use their imagination to create a memorable scripted performance based on beloved children's books.Friday, participants will be showcasing their self-expression and creativity in a live performance for family and friends to enjoy! Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day!Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, story time, snack, play rehearsal, lunch, create a commercial, costume design, second snack, arts and crafts, pick upPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: KidzArt - Summer 2026: KidzArt - Week One
This full or half-day program is for kids who love to create! Using the weekly themes and the support of a highly inventive staff, kids will work on a variety of projects using different mediums. The highlight of each week is a Friday show where we will showcase all of the great art from the week! Please bring a nut free snack and a water bottle each day, and a lunch if attending for the full day. Please note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Leader In Training Program - PRE-REGISTRATION - Summer 2026: Leader In Training Program - PRE-REGISTRATION
Needham Park and Recreation is thrilled to announce the return of the Leaders in Training program. This program is designed to bring our teens to our summer programs and introduce them to the skills necessary to be a successful summer camp counselor. Anyone interested must apply by the below date and undergo a selection process which will include a short interview. Our Leaders in Training program will provide opportunities to volunteer with our camps such as: Summer Recess: Explorers and Adventurers, P&R , KidzArt, Jr. Allstars, Kids Off Broadway, Art Lab, Sports Specialties. Engineering Summer is not available in Summer 2026. All Leaders in Training must attend our Leaders in Training trainings. Leaders in Training are initially registered for 35 hours over a 1 week session (9am-4pm) unless you're registered for the week of July 4th which will be 28 hours. Any time beyond that is up to the discretion of the Group Leaders and the Site Directors at their program. All Leaders in Training will receive two shirts at the trainings.All Leaders in Training must submit a SORI/CORI form, a copy of their most recent (within 18 months) physical and a copy of their immunization record after completing the selection process. All SORI/CORI form must be submitted with a copy of their ID which can be a school photo ID, passport, or a copy of their birth certificate and social security card. Available Weeks:1. June 29 - July 2 (No camp July 3)2. July 6 - July 103. July 13 - July 17 4. July 20 - July 245. July 27 - July 316. August 3 - August 77. August 10 - August 14Available Programs & Age Requirements:Swim Lessons (13+ *Must pass a swim test with Assistant Director)KidzArt (13+)Summer Recess: Explorers (13+) Summer Recess: Adventurers (13+) Jr. All Stars (13+) Art Lab (14+)Kids Off Broadway (15+) Tennis Academy (15+)Sports Specialties (16+)
Registration Start Date: March 11 at 12:00pm Registration End Date: April 17 at 12:00pmSelection Process Start Date: April 20, prospective LIT's notified via emailSelection Process End Date: May 11 LIT Training 1: June 12, 4:00pm - 7:00pm at the Memorial Park Field HouseLIT Training 2: June 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm at the Memorial Park Field HouseAges: 13+ Available Spots: Two LITs per camp per week Registration Fee: After completing the selection process, applicants will need to pay a one time $50 registration fee
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Sports Specialties - Summer 2026: Sports Specialties - Week One
Come play a wide selection of different indoor and outdoor team-based sports! Participants will be split up into different teams at the beginning of each week and compete with one another throughout the week. Every day participants will play a variety of different sports and activities like soccer, basketball, capture the flag, dodgeball, street hockey, kickball, and so much more. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, introductions, floor hockey, snack, soccer, basketball, lunch, kickball, handball, snack, dodgeball, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Adventurers - Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Adventurers - Week One
If you like playing a wide variety of games and activities, including sports, circle games, arts and crafts, indoor activities, outdoor activities and more, then Summer Recess is for you! Participants will enjoy new games and beloved classics everyday based on weekly themes. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, indoor game, snack, craft, outdoor game, lunch, outdoor game, snack, circle games, playground time, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Explorers - Summer 2026: Summer Recess: Explorers - Week One
If you like playing a wide variety of games and activities, including sports, circle games, arts and crafts, indoor activities, outdoor activities and more, then Summer Recess is for you! Participants will enjoy new games and beloved classics everyday based on weekly themes. Please bring a water bottle, a nut free lunch, and two nut free snacks each day.Sample Day: drop off, indoor game, snack, craft, outdoor game, lunch, outdoor game, snack, circle games, playground time, pickupPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Summer 2026: Tennis Academy - Tennis Academy - Week 1
Game, Set, Match! Whether you're new to tennis or have some experience, Tennis Academy will teach, improve skills, and elevate your game in a fun, positive environment. In the mornings Tennis Academy will focus on improving tennis skills while in the afternoon participants will enjoy exciting team games and activities. Please bring a water bottle, nut free lunch, two nut free snacks, and your own tennis racket each day.Daily schedule example- drop off, name game, warm ups, snack, training, lunch, tennis games, snacks, matches, activities, pick upPlease note that registering for this program is not a complete registration. You must also fill out the Needham Park and Recreation Summer Camp Registration JotForm which can be found here: Summer Camp JotForm Registration: https://form.jotform.com/253513903861154
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9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 9:30-10:15am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 10:15-10:45am Adult/Child Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 10:15-10:45am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
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Rosemary Swim Lessons: Session One - 11:00-11:30am Lesson
All season pass holders are eligible to register for swim lessons at a reduced rate. All discounts are applied at payment screen. Swim lessons are discounted by 50%. NO LESSONS July 3rd. First Day Swim Test ProcedureTo simplify the registration process, participants will register for a swim lesson time slot instead of a swim lesson level. On the first day of each session, our certified swim instructors will evaluate each child’s swimming ability and assign them to either Swim School or Stroke School and a level based on their swimming competency. After the first day, all swimmers will meet with their assigned instructor. Swimmers may be moved to different levels and instructors throughout the two week session depending on their progression through the skills. Adult/Child lessons are excluded from this process. Your child will be assigned to one of the following levels according to their swimming ability.
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum (Below)Learn-to-Swim Program Overview Our swim lesson program uses the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Curriculum. Lessons focus on water safety, swimming fundamentals, and stroke development. Participants are grouped by demonstrated swimming ability rather than by age or pre-selected level. On the first day, instructors assess each swimmer and place them in the appropriate ARC level.Swim School (Introductory Levels – ARC Levels Little Sharks–3) Ideal for children or adults who are beginning to learn water safety, body position, floating, kicking, and early freestyle skills. Swimmers progress from basic comfort in the water to coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and the ability to tread water.
• Little Sharks (Pre - Level 1 - Water Readiness)A water readiness level for swimmers who are not yet comfortable with basic water skills. Little Sharks helps children feel safe, supported, and confident before beginning Level?1.
Comfortable getting face wet and attempting gentle submersion
Supported floats and kicking on front and back
Basic assisted water entry/exit and following simple safety cues
• Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills
Comfortable submersion (face in the water)
Assisted floats and glides on front and back
Basic kicking and arm movements
• Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Independent front and back floats (5 seconds)
Jumping into shallow water and returning to the surface
Front and back glides, coordinated kicking
• Level 3: Stroke Development
Front crawl with rotary breathing for at least 15 yards
Introduction to elementary backstroke
Treading water for 30–40 seconds
Swim–float–swim skills
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Stroke School (Advanced Levels – ARC Levels 4–6) Designed for swimmers who can confidently swim front crawl and demonstrate strong kicking. Participants must be able to tread water for at least 1 minute. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement
Front crawl refinement
Introduction to backstroke
Basic breaststroke and butterfly kick
• Level 5: Stroke Refinement
Complete butterfly and breaststroke development
Introduction to flip turns and open turns
Increased distance and endurance
• Level 6: Fitness Swimming & Personal Water Safety
Endurance training for all strokes
Competitive elements (starts, turns, drills)
Safety skills: survival float, treading, long distance swimming
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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Summer 2026: Puddlestompers Drop-Off Summer Camp - Puddlestompers - Week 1 Extended Day
It’s Just So Good To Be Outside! Nature summer camp for your budding naturalist! PUDDLESTOMPERS Nature Exploration’s weekly day camp allows children to explore and learn about the natural world! Guided by experienced teacher-naturalists, campers will get the opportunity to discover exciting nature-based topics through hands-on exploration and STEM-based activities. Join us as we discover habitats along the forest floor, explore pollinators in a meadow, and investigate aquatic life in local streams and ponds! Each day will begin with a brief introduction of the topic for the day where children will get to share their ideas, meet peers, and start wondering about what they may discover! After a snack the children will begin exploring the local trails finding clues and evidence about the topic of the day. After lunch the children will get to continue to explore the topic through nature based crafts and STEM-based experiments! Early drop off is available each week from 8:20am - 9:00am for an additional $85 per registration. This is available as a separate registration. Extended day is available each week from 1:30pm - 3:30pm for an additional $260 per registration. This is available as a separate registration.
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 11 -12
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 13 - 14
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 8 and under
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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2026 Needham Sharks Summer Swim Team - 2026 Sharks: Ages 9 - 10
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Fees are $315 for members of the RRC and $415 for non-members. If you are curious about our team and are looking for more information, check out our team website! This year, we were able to secure a high school rate for any swimmers entering grades 9-12! High school swimmers who have a membership to the RRC can join the team for $215, and non-members can join for $265. This membership pricing does not include the cost of a team suit, but swimmers will have the option to purchase a team suit at a later date. Those registration options have been made available on the registration site.Please keep the following requirements in mind when registering an athlete for the team:
Minimum requirements for the team are that swimmers are Needham residents, at least 5 years of age, and able to swim 25 yards (one length of the pool) of freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. All strokes will be assessed and tryout decisions for new athletes will be subject to the coach's approval.
For our younger swimmers, our expectation is that they have a basic knowledge of what the four strokes look like, but that they can officially compete in at least two strokes.
Swim Team is meant for swimmers who already have a basic knowledge of the four competitive strokes and stroke techniques.
Cuts will be made based on mastery of the strokes, endurance, and overall performance. Please consider your athletes endurance -- swimmers should be able to complete their practice sets without stopping in order to maintain a safe and productive environment for all participants.
The season will last about 8 weeks, members who try out for the 2026 season must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 weeks of the season.
The expectation for all Sharks participants is that they participate for a minimum of six weeks of practices and meets. No athlete should plan to "just attend meets". As much as we want to be a competitive team and win as many meets as possible, this team is about much more than winning. Our team was built on the foundation that athletes would dedicate their summer to being a part of a recreational team that works together at practices and meets to grow as individuals and as a team. Our coaches work really hard to get to know and work with each swimmer on an individual level.
If athletes are participating in a club team this summer and have specific practices or events that conflict with Sharks that they cannot miss, we would be happy to work with families to make things work! That being said we hope that it would not be a regular occurrence during our very short season.
Our focus is to build a community within our team -- it's what makes our team special -- but part of that is the commitment of each swimmer to the Needham Sharks. I would be happy to speak further with anyone who has a conflict, and I would be happy to speak with any coach of another team if that's helpful.
IMPORTANT DATES TO CONSIDER IN SUMMER PLANNING:
May 26th -- Parent Meeting (6-7PM): Optional parent meeting for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season!
June 8th -- First Practice: All swimmers should plan to attend! The first week of practice will serve as tryouts for new athletes. New athletes are subject to be cut based on coaches assessment. On tryout days, the coaches will host optional try-ons for team suits if swimmers are unsure of their suit size.
June 30th -- Blue & Gold Meet: Practice Meet for the whole team during regular practice hours. All athletes should plan to attend from 5:15-7:45.
July 24th: Mile Swim Relay: Five girls and five boys (ages 11-older) are eligible to compete and will be selected based on coaches assessment. The event typically starts mid-day and lasts a few hours.
August 8th -- Championships: All athletes are eligible and expected to participate! The event starts with warmups in the early morning and concludes by the afternoon.
August 9th - Banquet: A celebration of the season. All athletes and families are welcome to attend. (Evening -- Time & Locations TBD)
PRACTICE INFORMATION: This year our season will run from June 8 - August 9, practicing at the Rosemary Recreation Complex. Our team will practice Monday-Thursday with rotating practice based on age groups from 5:15-7:45 (see schedule below). Starting Week 6, evening team practices will only be on Mondays and Wednesdays, as we will have meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the same time. Below is our practice schedule, click here for our full season schedule.PRACTICE SCHEDULE FOR EACH AGE GROUP:
8 & UNDER
9 & 10
11 & 12
13 & 14
15 - 18
5:15-6:00 PM
5:15-6:00 PM
6:00-6:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
6:45-7:45 PM
TRYOUT INFORMATION: This season, we will be holding tryouts for new athletes only. These tryouts will be taking place during practices held on June 2nd - June 5th. All registered athletes should plan to attend these practices as we will use them to evaluate skills for returning athletes, however, new athletes will be evaluated by our coaching staff.STROKE CLINICS: The Needham Sharks have been fortunate to add in three extra weeks of practice this season! With that in mind, the coaches will not be hosting weekly stroke clinics to supplement practice times. If swimmers are interested in stroke clinics, they should sign up for a Level 4-5 swim lesson through Park and Rec where they can focus on specific skills meant to improve and refine their stroke techniques.PARENT MEETING: On Tuesday, 5/26 at 6:00 pm, the coaching staff will be hosting an optional parent meeting in the RRC Multipurpose Room for introductions to the team and information on the 2026 season. Join us if you can!TEAM SUIT TRY-ONS: All athletes will be supplied with a team suit and cap included in the registration fee. Athletes will be able to try-on a team suit during the first week of practice/tryouts 6/8-6/11. Suits will be ordered by the end of that week when our team roster is finalized.GO SHARKS!
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Yoga Flow - Summer 2026: Adult Yoga - Alignment Based Flow
Join us in stretching, balancing, strengthening, and relaxing in our Adult Yoga Class. Classes are taught by a certified instructor in a warm and welcoming environment for newbies or long-time yogis at heart.No program:February 18April 22
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Dance: Line Dancing - Summer 2026: Line Dancing
Beginner line dancing is great fun while you improve memory skills, strengthen bones, develop better balance, relieve stress, and put a smile on your face. Each dance is broken down first, demonstrated and then danced to contemporary music that you will enjoy! No need to have a partner! Please wear comfortable shoes with smooth soles. No sandals or flip flops.No program:February 18
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Adult Basketball - Adult Basketball - Summer 2026
Dribble, dribble, dribble - shoot! Join us for a weekly night of basketball! We'll put together different teams each week to keep the hoops competition fierce! Pay one fee for the season from October - June!Please note that our hours may change periodically to accommodate NHS Athletics. This will be communicated as far in advance as is possible.No Session:April 21Summer Times:June 17: 8pm - 10pmJune 24 - August 19: 7:00pm - 9:00pmAugust 26 - September 30: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
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8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Dance: Ballroom Dancing - Summer 2026: Ballroom Dancing
Dancing is a perfect combination of physical activity, social interaction, and mental stimulation. Learn the basic step elements, posture, poise, lead/follow, technique, etc. Dances include: Merengue, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Swing, Rumba, and Salsa/Cha Cha. No partner required. Please wear comfortable shoes.No program:October 15November 26
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