Colchester Parks & Recreation

Colchester Parks & Recreation Creating a Healthy Community Through People, Parks and Programs

Colchester Parks and Recreation Department strives to build a stronger, healthier, more active community by providing safe and attractive parks and facilities and offering interesting and exciting programs and events that bring our residents together. The Recreation Division administers a wide variety of programs and services for all ages and interests, including summer day camp, instructional pro

grams, trips, special events (57 Fest, Summer Concerts), community theater and orchestra, sports, after-school programs, and more.

Hey Colchester! We have two new Zumba classes starting this fall! 😎Zumba Gold: designed for beginners, older adults, and...
08/31/2026

Hey Colchester! We have two new Zumba classes starting this fall!

😎Zumba Gold: designed for beginners, older adults, and anyone who is looking for joint-friendly exercise.
😎Zumba + Lift: Higher impact class combining Zumba and weight training.

Classes are being offered on Sundays this fall, starting September 13th.

Register here to reserve your spot: https://www.colchesterctrec.recdesk.com/community/home

Drop in's are welcome for both classes. Contact the Parks and Rec Office with any questions: 860-537-7297.

08/28/2026

The grounds crew are working on the walking path at the RecPlex today. Please avoid the work area. Thank you for your support!

Our Pick-Up Basketball program is designed to bring adults in our community together for fitness, friendly competition, ...
08/26/2026

Our Pick-Up Basketball program is designed to bring adults in our community together for fitness, friendly competition, and connection. This program offers an opportunity for both women and men of all skill levels — from former players to those just looking to get back on the court — to enjoy organized pickup-style games in a welcoming environment.

Every Tuesday, starting October 6th (through April 6th)
Women's Basketball: 6pm-7:30pm
Men's Basketball: 7:30pm-9:00pm

Pick-up Basketball is drop-in only this year, $5/ week, maximum of 24 players per night.

To get on our email list ahead of time (with completed waivers) register here:
https://www.colchesterctrec.recdesk.com/community/home

*Please note, pre-registration does not guarantee court time. No fee will be collected when you register on line. $5 will be due each night you play, limited weekly to the first 24 players to arrive.

Interested in getting your Boating Certificate? We are offering a Safe Boating Class through CT DEEP this fall! Success...
08/26/2026

Interested in getting your Boating Certificate? We are offering a Safe Boating Class through CT DEEP this fall!

Successful completion of the class qualifies a person to purchase their Certificate of Personal Watercraft Operation (CPWO) for $50 on the Sportsmen Licensing System.

The class is 8 hours long in total. Students are required to attend all sessions. While there is no minimum age requirement to take the class, students must be able to attend the 8-hour class and take a 60-question multiple choice test.

Classes will be held Tuesday, September 29th and Thursday, October 1st from 5pm-9pm each night. There is $25 registration fee.

Space is limited to 30 participants.

Register here: https://www.colchesterctrec.recdesk.com/community/home

Hey, Colchester! There is still time to register for our next All-Levels Adult Yoga class. This in-person class is desig...
08/25/2026

Hey, Colchester! There is still time to register for our next All-Levels Adult Yoga class. This in-person class is designed for students that are beginners as well as experienced. This is a great way to add some 'self-care' to the start of fall!

Classes start one week from today!

Register Here: https://www.colchesterctrec.recdesk.com/community/home

It's time to get crafty! Join us for a monthly craft night at the Colchester Senior Center. Each month offers a differen...
08/25/2026

It's time to get crafty! Join us for a monthly craft night at the Colchester Senior Center. Each month offers a different craft, from beaded bracelets and cake decorating, to Stamped Aprons and Wooden Christmas decorations... this is a great way to learn a new skill and make something for your home or as a gift.

Register here: https://www.colchesterctrec.recdesk.com/community/home

Fall registration is now open for our COMMIT Dance Fitness classes! This is an adult class, for ages 15+ meeting Wednesd...
08/24/2026

Fall registration is now open for our COMMIT Dance Fitness classes! This is an adult class, for ages 15+ meeting Wednesdays at 6pm, starting September 9th. Space is limited to 30 participants... register today! 😎

Register here: https://www.colchesterctrec.recdesk.com/community/home

If your teens are ready to become babysitters, we have just the class for you. Certified instructors from the American S...
08/21/2026

If your teens are ready to become babysitters, we have just the class for you. Certified instructors from the American Safety and Health Institute will teach all the important details of babysitting.

The class includes topics such as
-Thinking like a babysitter
-Babysitting business basics
-Getting to know the family
-Safety on the job
-Safe and Supervised
-Caring for kids and their basic needs.
-Diapers, food prep, playtime, naps and bedtime ... and more!

When Saturday September 12th or October 17th 2026
Where: Colchester Town Hall
Who: Teens who are ready to babysit
Cost $100.00
Min 10, maximum of 13 allowed in the class

Register here: https://www.colchesterctrec.recdesk.com/community/home

Join DAB Stained Glass for an evening of stained-glass soldering and creating! This is very beginner friendly as all pie...
08/20/2026

Join DAB Stained Glass for an evening of stained-glass soldering and creating!
This is very beginner friendly as all pieces will be cut, ground, and taped by DAB ahead of the event! Dawn will talk you through how she creates the glass used in your piece and teach you how to solder. All materials are included in fee. Bring your creative mind and willingness to learn! See you there!

When: Friday from 6-8pm, September 11, 2026
Where: Colchester Senior Center, 95 Lois Lane, Colchester CT
Who: Ages 18 and older
Cost: $70 per person, per class
Instructor: Dawn Bailey
Minimum: 4 and a maximum: 20

Register Here: https://dabstainedglass.com/

Address

127 Norwich Avenue, Ste 107
Colchester, CT
06415

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18605377297

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