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Tuesday July 21, 2026
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Summer Watercolor at Tuck's Point with Martha Parrish Chapman - Session 1: July 21
This class for teenagers and adults, run by Manchester artist Martha Parrish Chapman, will focus on exploring the joys and challenges of using watercolor paints. Lessons will include instruction in color, composition, perspective, technique and materials. Subject matter will vary from class to class, including landscape, seascape, and still life. All materials will be provided. Pack a lunch and enjoy the Chowder House after each class. Choose from 4 sessions or register for all of them. Dates: Tuesdays, July 21, 28, August 4 & 11Location: Tuck's Point Chowder House Time:10:00am-1:00pm
Fee: $40.00 per class
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Field Trip 1 Bus
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10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Field Trip
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - A - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - B- Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues) July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Tuesday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Monday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Wednesday July 22, 2026
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Field Trip
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Lower Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Wednesday Evenings)- July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Monday July 27, 2026
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9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
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Miss Nancy Pop Up Event
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
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Intro to Gymnastics with Knucklebones (ages 3-5) - Intro to Gymnastics (ages 3-5)
Intro to Gymnastics offers a unique twist for your beginning gymnast. Using age-appropriate equipment and fun techniques, your child will gain creative and rhythmic movement as well as flexibility, gross motor skills, and gymnastics fundamentals. Exploring equipment such as beams, cylinders, high bar, humps, springboard, and wedges, your child will learn, progress and have fun…for the love of play!Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 27-July 30 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball CourtsTime: 9:30am-10:20am
Fee: $120.00
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
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Lil Ninja's with Knucklebones (ages 3-5) - Session 2:
Let's play at Sweeney Park. Does your child love to run, jump, climb and tumble? Then Knucklebones play on American Ninja Warrior is the perfect class. Each day your child will participate in stretching, elements, obstacles and games to help gross motor skills, fitness and fun. From climbing up an A-Frame to walking on balance beams, tumbling on mats to crossing "volcanoes" - your child is sure to have a blast!Session 1: (Cancelled)Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 13-July 16 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball Courts
Time: 10:30am - 11:20am Fee: $120.00Session 2: Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 27-July 30 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball Courts
Time: 10:30am - 11:20am Fee: $120.00
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Mondays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Tuesday July 28, 2026
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
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Intro to Gymnastics with Knucklebones (ages 3-5) - Intro to Gymnastics (ages 3-5)
Intro to Gymnastics offers a unique twist for your beginning gymnast. Using age-appropriate equipment and fun techniques, your child will gain creative and rhythmic movement as well as flexibility, gross motor skills, and gymnastics fundamentals. Exploring equipment such as beams, cylinders, high bar, humps, springboard, and wedges, your child will learn, progress and have fun…for the love of play!Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 27-July 30 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball CourtsTime: 9:30am-10:20am
Fee: $120.00
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Summer Watercolor at Tuck's Point with Martha Parrish Chapman - Session 2: July 28
This class for teenagers and adults, run by Manchester artist Martha Parrish Chapman, will focus on exploring the joys and challenges of using watercolor paints. Lessons will include instruction in color, composition, perspective, technique and materials. Subject matter will vary from class to class, including landscape, seascape, and still life. All materials will be provided. Pack a lunch and enjoy the Chowder House after each class. Choose from 4 sessions or register for all of them. Dates: Tuesdays, July 21, 28, August 4 & 11Location: Tuck's Point Chowder House Time:10:00am-1:00pm
Fee: $40.00 per class
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Field Trip
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
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Lil Ninja's with Knucklebones (ages 3-5) - Session 2:
Let's play at Sweeney Park. Does your child love to run, jump, climb and tumble? Then Knucklebones play on American Ninja Warrior is the perfect class. Each day your child will participate in stretching, elements, obstacles and games to help gross motor skills, fitness and fun. From climbing up an A-Frame to walking on balance beams, tumbling on mats to crossing "volcanoes" - your child is sure to have a blast!Session 1: (Cancelled)Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 13-July 16 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball Courts
Time: 10:30am - 11:20am Fee: $120.00Session 2: Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 27-July 30 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball Courts
Time: 10:30am - 11:20am Fee: $120.00
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - A - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - B- Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues) July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Tuesday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Monday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Wednesday July 29, 2026
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9:30 AM - 10:20 AM
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Intro to Gymnastics with Knucklebones (ages 3-5) - Intro to Gymnastics (ages 3-5)
Intro to Gymnastics offers a unique twist for your beginning gymnast. Using age-appropriate equipment and fun techniques, your child will gain creative and rhythmic movement as well as flexibility, gross motor skills, and gymnastics fundamentals. Exploring equipment such as beams, cylinders, high bar, humps, springboard, and wedges, your child will learn, progress and have fun…for the love of play!Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 27-July 30 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball CourtsTime: 9:30am-10:20am
Fee: $120.00
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Field Trip
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10:30 AM - 11:20 AM
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Lil Ninja's with Knucklebones (ages 3-5) - Session 2:
Let's play at Sweeney Park. Does your child love to run, jump, climb and tumble? Then Knucklebones play on American Ninja Warrior is the perfect class. Each day your child will participate in stretching, elements, obstacles and games to help gross motor skills, fitness and fun. From climbing up an A-Frame to walking on balance beams, tumbling on mats to crossing "volcanoes" - your child is sure to have a blast!Session 1: (Cancelled)Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 13-July 16 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball Courts
Time: 10:30am - 11:20am Fee: $120.00Session 2: Ages: 3-5 Dates: Mon-Thursday, July 27-July 30 (Friday rain day)Location: Sweeney Park Basketball Courts
Time: 10:30am - 11:20am Fee: $120.00
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Lower Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Field Trip 1 Bus
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Wednesday Evenings)- July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Tuesday August 4, 2026
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Summer Watercolor at Tuck's Point with Martha Parrish Chapman - Session 3: August 4
This class for teenagers and adults, run by Manchester artist Martha Parrish Chapman, will focus on exploring the joys and challenges of using watercolor paints. Lessons will include instruction in color, composition, perspective, technique and materials. Subject matter will vary from class to class, including landscape, seascape, and still life. All materials will be provided. Pack a lunch and enjoy the Chowder House after each class. Choose from 4 sessions or register for all of them. Dates: Tuesdays, July 21, 28, August 4 & 11Location: Tuck's Point Chowder House Time:10:00am-1:00pm
Fee: $40.00 per class
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - A - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - B- Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues) July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Tuesday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Monday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Wednesday August 5, 2026
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Field Trip
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10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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field Trips 2 busses
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Lower Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Wednesday Evenings)- July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Tuesday August 11, 2026
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10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Summer Watercolor at Tuck's Point with Martha Parrish Chapman - Session 4: August 11
This class for teenagers and adults, run by Manchester artist Martha Parrish Chapman, will focus on exploring the joys and challenges of using watercolor paints. Lessons will include instruction in color, composition, perspective, technique and materials. Subject matter will vary from class to class, including landscape, seascape, and still life. All materials will be provided. Pack a lunch and enjoy the Chowder House after each class. Choose from 4 sessions or register for all of them. Dates: Tuesdays, July 21, 28, August 4 & 11Location: Tuck's Point Chowder House Time:10:00am-1:00pm
Fee: $40.00 per class
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - A - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - B- Intermediate Pickleball Class (Tues) July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Tuesday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Monday Evenings)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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Wednesday August 12, 2026
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Field Trip
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10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Field Trip 1 Bus Acton P&R
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Lower Intermediate Pickleball Class (Wednesdays)-July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball Lessons 2026 - Newbie/Beginner Pickleball Class (Wednesday Evenings)- July
Next sessions start the week of July 20. We will open registration on Monday, July 6 for residents of Manchester-by-the-Sea and Essex.Registration for all others, if room is still available, will open on Monday, July 13.All instructors are certified though the Professional Pickleball Registry!Class options: Intermediate- Mondays, 7/20-8/31, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 A - Intermediate- Tuesdays,7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm-$90.00 B- Intermediate- Tuesdays, 7/21-9/1, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00 Lower Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm - $90.00Intermediate- Wednesdays, 7/22-9/2, 11:00am-12:30pm -$90.00 All Lower Intermediate and Intermediate also include a extra day of Supervised Round Robin Play. Newbie/Beginners- Monday Evenings, 7/20-8/31, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Newbie/Beginners- Tuesday Evenings, 7/21-9/1, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00 Newbie/Beginners- Wednesday Evenings, 7/22-9/2, 5:00pm-6:30pm- $75.00Please only sign up for one class per session.Did you hear Manchester Parks and Rec is offering lessons at the courts on Summer Street for beginners and for more intermediate players?
Please park at Sweeney Park and walk over. Be sure to bring a paddle and water bottle. If you do not have a paddle there is a limited amount of extras that could be used during the session.What Pickleball lesson is for you?Newbie / Beginner Level New to pickleball? This is the perfect starting point for you.
What we'll cover: We will teach you how to keep score, understand court positioning, and hit basic pickleball shots.
Your current skill: You are brand new to the game and currently get your serves and returns in bounds about 40% of the time or less.
Lower Intermediate Level You know the basics and have a solid understanding of how the game flows.
Knowledge: You understand the two-bounce rule, keep score without mistakes, know the correct starting positions, and can serve from the proper location.
Skills: You can keep the ball in play for a few hits, move safely around the court, and are aware of dinks, drives, and overheads.
Consistency: Your serves and returns land in bounds at least 50% of the time.
Intermediate Level You know the rules inside and out, and you are starting to think about strategy.
Knowledge: You have a good understanding of the basic rules and know exactly how to position yourself for each point.
Skills: You can successfully hit forehand and backhand volleys at the Non-Volley Zone (NVZ) with control over height and depth. You move easily in all directions to chase down balls.
Strategy: You actively move to the NVZ after returning a serve instead of retreating. You are aware of dinking and are starting to use third-shot drops and drives consistently.
Consistency: Your serves and returns must land in bounds at least 75% of the time.
Please note: If you are undecided if you should move to the next level, you need approval from the instructors. They will determine if you have advanced to the next level, need to move down a level or stay at the same level.
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