Keeping Kids Active This Holiday Season

As the holidays get nearer, so does the excitement. Any teacher can tell you that the decibels in the school hallways intensify exponentially as winter break approaches. Whether it is the celebrations, presents, decorations or family gatherings, excitement abounds. Almost as predictable as the holiday magic, is the certainty that holiday boredom will soon follow. Every parent dreads the “I’m bored!” that follows the holiday squeals and giggles. 

Club Holiday at Potomac Community Center

Montgomery County Recreation has a plan to help families defeat the “school is out” boredom. The Department offers two convenient winter break programs that will keep the fun going after the holidays. The Club Holiday programs offer arts & crafts, sports, games, special themed activities and time to hang out and play with friends. Having fun with other kids is the perfect solution to the after-holiday let down. Kids are divided into groups and age appropriate activities are scheduled for each group. The program is available in half day or full day sessions with extended care available until 6 pm.

Karate Camp at Bauer Drive Community Center

Youngsters looking for a completely different “kick” should try the Bauer Drive Community Center Karate Camp. This camp is offered for the non-experienced or advanced martial artist. Participants are grouped by belt color and sessions cover one-step sparring, takedowns, throwing, and exam preparation for Tang Soo Do style Korean karate and jujitsu. This clinic is available for children 6 to 12 years at the Bauer Drive Community Center, 14625 Bauer Drive, Rockville from 9 to 11:30 a.m., Dec. 27 through Dec. 30. 

To register for these programs or to find out more information please visit the website at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec 

Course Information:

Club Holiday

Course # 313624          12/27     Tu-F             9:30am -12:30pm 

Course # 313625          12/27     Tu-F             9:30am - 3:30pm

Club Holiday Extended Day

Course # 313632         12/27     Tu-F               3:30pm - 6:00pm

Karate Winter Break Clinic

Course # 311419      12/27     Tu-F                 9:00am -11:30am