Upper Merion Township Parks and Recreation/Upper Merion Community Center

Please be advised that as of Monday, June 28, 2021, masks and face coverings for ALL individuals including staff, participants and visitors to township faciliti...es will be optional. This guideline applies to both indoor and outdoor use. If you feel more comfortable wearing a mask, please continue to do so. This is following the Pennsylvania mask order that is scheduled to be lifted on June 28, 2021, and is subject to change should the state/county decide not to lift the masking order or increase restrictions.

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the annual July 4 Celebration (including fireworks and the carnival) is cancelled for 2021. Please note: we previously announced that the carnival would still take place, but were informed today that the company contracted to host it will be unable to do so. Please join us this fall for lots of fun activities, including the Community Fair & Fall Fest, weekends at Nor-View Farm, and Holiday Village. Stay tuned for more information to come!

Get your groove on with hipPOP Fitness. hipPOP for Kids teaches children funky dance moves and routines to kid-friendly pop music. Move, groove, jump and play through interactive games that encourage the child’s individuality to shine, and channeling their inner pop star. https://bit.ly/3gpk63Z

Please be aware - the Bob White tennis courts will be closed Monday, June 21 through Wednesday, June 23 while court lines are being painted. (please note the original post said Monday and Tuesday. The closure will be through Wednesday).

Flag football is a non-contact sport for both girls and boys - no experience necessary! Football play will focus on fundamental passing, catching and flag grabbing skills. Kids will learn basic rules, skills and game play. Learn more and register today! https://bit.ly/3gsDVbG

Grab your capes - superhero training is about to begin! Kids ages 3-4 are invited to attend Superhero Training Camp, where they will learn how to fly, jump, use super strength, and so much more. Learn more about this fun program and register today! https://bit.ly/3gd0D7y

The Upper Merion Community Center is open! Welcome back passholders! The safety of our staff and visitors is our number one priority. Our staff will continue to work tirelessly to implement the proper safety procedures and guidelines, in accordance with federal and state guidelines. To view the Winter/Spring Activity Guide visit http://www.umtownship.org//uploads/2021/01/AG-WinterSpring... To view the Open Gym Schedule visit http://www.umtownship.org//u/2020/12/OpenGymSchedule-1.pdf To view the Open Gym Basketball Procedures visit http://www.umtownship.org//12/OpenGymBasketballProcedures.

When schools out we're open! Join School Days Out with Snapology! Discover clues, solve puzzles, answer riddles, and manipulate contraptions in order to complete the assigned tasks to ultimately unlock the door to Escape Snapology! Using their STEAM skills, students must work together in order to succeed in escaping. To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

When school is closed, we are open! School Days Out with Obvious Choice Sports offers an active and engaging alternative to sitting inside all day! We provide a safe and fun environment where youth of all skill levels will learn to play sports, and play for fun! Activities include soccer, basketball, dodge-ball, floor hockey, free play, and more!... To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Are you ready to start your lifelong love of pickleball? Register for Pickleball - Beginner Adult Clinics! This informative beginner class. will teach you the basics of the game including what equipment is right for you, the rules, basic shot techniques, court positioning and basic strategy. To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Join us for Young Rembrandts - Drawing & Cartooning! At Young Rembrandts, we teach children to drawthe fundamental skill of all visual arts. This session we’ll continue to have fun each week with brand-new lessons and keep our artists busy learning new drawing techniques and skills. This session will mix cartooning, anime manga and pastel lessons. Give your child the gift of learning and artistry, and enroll them today!... To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Are you improve your basketball skills? Register for Basketball - Little Hoop Stars! Players are taught the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, positioning, defense, and rebounding in a fun-oriented program. To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

When school is closed, we are open! Obvious Choice Sports offers an active and engaging alternative to sitting inside all day! We provide a safe and fun environment where youth of all skill levels will learn to play sports, and play for fun! Activities include soccer, basketball, dodge-ball, floor hockey, free play, and more!... To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Learn about the healing, power, and blessings that come from opening your Chakra. This Powerful Healing Energy workshop can help you transform your life to help you create the life you have always wanted. Open and balance all seven Chakras with a combination of Yoga Asana, Oils, Crystals and Meditation. You will get a better understanding of the Chakra system, learn the techniques to open each Chakra. To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

With the rise in Covid-19 cases and fatalities in our area, Upper Merion Township has decided to delay the opening of the community center until 5am on January 11. Upper Merion Township is committed to the safety of our community, therefore we are proceeding with extreme caution to allow for a better understanding of the data on cases and to keep the exposure threat down in our community. To view the Winter/Spring 2021 Activity Guide visit http://www.umtownship.org//upload...s/2021/01/AG-WinterSpring Winter/Spring programs will begin the week of January 11 and will run through May. All restrictions that were in place when we closed in December will still be in force when we reopen.

Due to the directive by Governor Tom Wolf yesterday, The Upper Merion Community Center will be closed, and all indoor/ in-person Parks and Recreation activities, programs and classes have been cancelled - beginning Saturday, December 12, 2020. *All virtual activities will continue as scheduled* *Membership payments will be frozen until we reopen.* ... The Community Center and all Parks and Recreation activities, programs, and classes are currently scheduled to resume on Monday, January 4th at 8am. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding during this time. To learn more visit https://www.umtownship.org/community-center-closure/

The 2021 Winter/Spring Activity Guide is here! It's filled with great classes and activities for adults, youth, and seniors! To check it out visit http://www.umtownship.org//uploads/2020/12/AG-WinterSpring

Are you read for some Dodgeball? Sign-up for our adult Co-ed Dodgeball League. Form your own team or sign up as a free agent. League will include regular season games, playoffs and championship. All skill levels welcome. To learn more and register visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Need a reason to get out the house and burn calories? Try our spinning class! Pedal your way to excellent cardiovascular conditioning with a well-trained, certified Spinning instructor. To learn more and register today visit https://www.mindbodyonline.com//upper-merion-fitness-center

Wishing everyone a safe and happy Halloween!

If you're on the fence about what to get someone, you can never go wrong with something that will benefit their health. Give a gift that will give all year long! Give the gift of fitness this holiday season! Consider a member ship to the Upper Merion Community Center. Members will enjoy unlimited access to the community center, group exercise classes, complimentary fitness assessment, free child watch and so much more.... To learn more visit https://app.later.com//s/calendar/media/196715073/post/new

Everyone needs a date night! Register for Parents Night Out - Sports Night! Drop off the kids for a fun-filled night of crafts, games, pizza, and a movie! To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_list_detai

The Upper Merion Community Center is open. Our staff is working tirelessly to maintain the proper safety procedures, in accordance with the federal and state guidelines. Check out the video below to hear what our members have to say! https://vimeo.com/475206737

Thank you, to everyone who entered UMPR's Halloween & Harvest House Decorating Contest! The competition was absolutely astounding this year. Congratulations to the winners of the best Halloween display and spookiest Halloween decorations!

Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring you this exciting program! Create your own comet and explore the sun, moon, stars, and planets. Learn what it’s like to live in space and work with laser technology that has been developed for space exploration. Investigate the forces of flight by building your own rocket! Weather permitting; our session will end with an actual rocket launch!... To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Have some family fun playing one of our favorite games, BINGO! Fun prizes for the kids, pizza, and juice. Kids must be accompanied by an adult. Cost per person: $8... To register today visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Have you ever read your policy? If so, any ideas what it means? Come learn how different types of policies work so you can know for sure what type of plan is a fit for you and your family! Feel free to come with questions! To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net/reg/cat_program_list.cfm

Many questions are raised about enrollment in a Medicare Plan as you turn 65. What do I need to do? How do I go about it? This seminar will give you some of the basics you need to know about how and when to enroll in Medicare. To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net/reg/cat_program_list.cfm

Struggling with debt? Can't see any end in sight? Come learn the quickest and most-efficient ways to pay off debt, as well as potentially save thousands of dollars in interest! This is a must-see workshop if you have any debt!... To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net/reg/cat_program_list.cfm

UMPR’s Holiday Village is cancelled but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the seasonal festivities together, on our own! Our Holly Jolly Grab Bag will encapsulate the spirit of the winter season and UMPR's annual Holiday Village and will include your own DIY mug, ornament decorating (along with contests for both if you choose to enter!), creating your own snow, and a few other goodies that celebrate the Winter season! Mug and Ornament decorating contests details inside each bag. (Think Fall Fest Activity Bag!) To learn more visit https://register.communitypass.net//cat_program_class_deta

Congratulations to the winners of the UMPR Fall Fest Activity Bag Decorating Contests! The winners of the Pumpkin Decorating Contest are as follows: Most Creative: Matthew for his "Gremlin Pumpkin"... Best Carved: Harper Best Painted: Nichole for "Bendy from Bendy and the Ink Machine" The Winners of the Cookie Decorating Contest are as follows: Best Use of Ingredients Given: Rayelynn Most Creative: Quinn @BaronAmy James Spookiest: Nate for his "Inky Smile" @Britt Kennett

Thank you, to our sponsors who donated and sponsored UMPR's Fall Fest Activity Bags! All of the generous contributions we received allowed us to offer our community a great Fall Fest alternative!

Don't miss our special popup Yin Yoga class! This class is FREE to members! Register today to secure your spot. To register visit https://mindbody.io//classes/yin-yoga-upper-merion-fitness

Download the app for Mindbody Spa & Fitness to register for group exercise classes, personal training, wellness assessments and more! To learn more visit https://mindbody.io/locations/upper-merion-fitness-center