Youth Programs


Program Categories:


Fitness/Athletics    Art/Education/Nature   


Register:

  • Sign up in person at the Parks and Recreation office.
  • Online registration is open here
  • Call the Parks and Recreation office at 412-262-1703 to pay with credit card.
  • Send in a check to our mailing address with the participants name, date of birth, address, phone and e-mail. You will not be officially registered in the class until you receive a confirmation e-mail.
  • If interested in teaching a class with Moon Parks and Recreation, please fill out a proposal and submit to info@moonparks.org
Program Policy:  Program Policy

Program Waiver:  Program Waiver





 

FITNESS/ATHLETICS  

Youth Flag Football (CO-ED, Ages 4-14)
Our Youth Flag Football program is a Co-Ed program that teaches your child the fundamentals of the sport. The first week of the program will consist of a skills and drills clinic (followed by a draft), and the remaining weeks will consist of team practices and scrimmages. The program will be led by volunteer coaches.
Dates: Sundays, September 15th-October 20th
Time: 9:30-11am
Fee: $40 Moon Resident, $45 Non-resident
Location: Moon Park- Discovery Field


Junior Olympian Intro to Karate (Ages 4-7)

Train with Dustin Baldis, USA National Karate Team Coach
Discover the Champion within!  A Karate class specifically designed for ages 4-7 year olds that focuses on honing motor skills, coordination and age appropriate physical fitness!  Each class is designed to Establish Discipline, Manners, Focus and the Structure of a Japanese Style of karate known as Shotokan.


Dates: Free Trial- September 16th
          Free Trial- September 17th
          Mondays, September 23rd-October 14th (No class Oct. 7th)
          Tuesdays, September 24th-October 15th (No class Oct. 8th)
Time: 5:30-6pm (Mondays)
         4:30-5pm (Tuesdays)
Fee: $49-Moon Resident, $54- Non Resident
Location: Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center


Moon Parks & Rec Mom & Me Fitness
Dates:  September 9th-September 23rd
           October 7th-October 21st
Location: Moon Township Schoolhouse Activity Center (120 Mooncrest Dr.)
Time: Mondays, 10-11am
Fee: $30 – Moon Resident $35 Non Moon Resident (Per 3 week session)

Stay fit with your little one by your side! This class offers a supportive environment for mothers to work out. Perfect for moms with babies or toddlers up to 3 years old, this program encourages fitness and well-being while setting a positive example for your child. Join other moms in a fun, engaging workout!


 

ART/EDUCATION/NATURE  
  

  

Crafter-noons!   (Ages 5 to 12)
Let’s get crafty with a few friends! Join Ms. Lisa for some seasonal craft projects. Each workshop will feature at least 3 crafts that kids will take home.
Date: Saturday September 28, October 19, and November 16
Time: 1:30 to 3:30PM
FEE: $20 Moon Residents/ $25 Non-Residents, per session
Location: Schoolhouse Activity Center

Art Adventures   (Ages 5 to 13)
Art Adventures class is a series of mini studio art classes where students are given general assignments and then allowed to explore their creativity and artistic interests. 
Date: Mondays October 7-28 (No class 10/14), November 4-25 (No class 11/11)
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
FEE: $40 Moon Residents/ $45 Non-Residents
Location: Schoolhouse Activity Center

Kids Autumn Lunar Loop Walk  (Ages 5 to 12)
Join Ms. Lisa and staff on the first official day of Autumn, for a walk around the complete Lunar Loop in Moon Park. We will meet at the Moon Park office and walk the full loop that totals to a little over 2 miles. Everyone should dress for the weather, bring a water bottle and wear walking shoes. Children will receive a goodie bag and snack at the end of the walk. All children need to be registered to attend. If bad weather is expected closer to the date, we will reschedule.
Date: Sunday September 22
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
FEE: $5 Moon Residents/ $8 Non-Residents
Location: Brewer Pavilion at Moon Park

Safe@Home by Safe Sitter (Grades 4-6)
Safe@Home by Safe Sitter® is a program designed for students in grades 4-6 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone. Safe@Home is a 90-minute program that teaches students how to practice safe habits, how to prevent unsafe situations, and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Students are also introduced to the Safe Sitter® First Aid Chart and learn a system to help them assess and respond to injuries and illnesses.
Date: Monday September 30 4:30-6:00pm
              Monday October 14 9-10:30am
              Saturday November 16 3:30-5:00        
FEE: $25 Moon Residents/ $30 Non-Residents
Location: School House Activity Center

Safe Sitter Essentials (Grades 6-8)
Safe Sitter® Essentials is a program designed for students in grades 6-8 to prepare them to be safe when they are home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. In addition, Safe Sitter® teaches young teens life and business skills, so that they know how to be prepared, be responsible, and be considerate whether they are babysitting or doing odd jobs for family, friends, or neighbors.  The fall classes will be offered in two part sessions.
Date: Wednesdays September 18 & October 2 4:30-7:00pm
              Wednesdays October 9 & 30 4:30-7:00
              Wednesdays November 6 & 13 4:30-7:00 
FEE: $45 Moon Residents/ $50 Non-Residents -per two part session
Location: School House Activity Center

Little Sprouts Nature Play Group (Ages 3-5 w/adult)
Join us for a small once a month PreK playgroup!
Program is nature based and will offer many enriching activities for your little one. Program is open for ages 3-5 with adult. Space is limited.
Date: Monday September 30, Monday October 28, Monday November 25
FEE: $5 Moon Residents/ $6 Non-Residents -per session
Location: School House Activity Center

Halloween Tea Party  (Ages 5 to 12 w/adult)
Let the Jack-o-lanterns light your way to another spoopy good time at our annual Halloween Tea Party!
Tea parties are casual and fun. Light refreshments will be served.
Date: Wednesday October 16 (DATE CHANGE!!)
Time: 5:30-7:00pm
FEE: $18 Moon Residents/ $20 Non-Residents -per person. All children need to attend with an adult, who is registered.
Location: Robin Hill Park

D&D for Kids!  (Grades 3-5)
Have you ever wanted to play the nationally-known game Dungeons and Dragons? Stretch your imagination telling stories with your friends, and build useful creative skills? What about play the game they do in Stranger Things? Well this is your chance! In this class, we'll be exploring collaborative storytelling through Dungeons and Dragons. Along the way, we'll develop social and emotional skills that will serve us well outside of the RPG.
Date: Mondays October 28-December 9 (No class 11/11)
Time: 4:30-5:30pm
FEE: $130 Moon Residents/ $140 Non-Residents
Location: School House Activity Center

Music Play with Ms. Caitlin   (Ages 0 to 4 w/adult)
Join Ms. Caitlyn, The Musical Mom, for monthly Sing & Plays, a popup music class that will ignite a lifelong love of music in your child! Designed to inspire and guide children in their first steps of their musical journey, our monthly Sing & Plays will feature seasonal songs, chants, and musical stories. Ms. Caitlyn believes that every child is born with inherent musical potential which grows through communal music experiences. With a play-based approach, each Sing & Play offers an engaging experience for you and your child that fosters musical discovery and growth. Experience the joy of making music, together! Our Sing & Play is offered for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Dates: September 24, Fall Favorites
             October 29, Halloween
              November 19, Thanksgiving
              December 17, Christmas
Time: 6:00-6:45pm
FEE: $30 Moon Residents/ $35 Non-Residents -per family, per session
Location: Schoolhouse Activity Center

Moon Wizarding Festival
Witches, Wizards and Muggles -This free event will feature 30+ artist and craft vendors, exciting non-profit organizations, and food vendors to bring you all the treats off the trolly. We will welcome back the wrock stylings Hawthorn and Holly, as well as a visit from Iceman Reptiles, Pittsburgh Swordfighters, and much more. Stay and enjoy the movie, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, at our outdoor amphitheater after the event!
Date: Saturday September 7
Time: 4:00-7:45pm
Location: Moon Park

For Homeschool, Scouts, and Pre-K Programs

Contact Ms. Lisa at lshaughnessy@moontwp.us or call 412-262-1703 ext 403 to discuss personalized private programming options. 
Ms. Lisa can offer customized nature, art, crafting, nature walks, Safe Sitter programs and more!