Milford Parks and Recreation is offering a full slate of athletic and enrichment programs this summer and fall, giving children, teens and adults opportunities to stay active, develop new skills and enjoy friendly competition.
Among the featured adult offerings is the department’s new Coed Mixed Doubles Pickleball League, which will be held at the Memorial Park Pickleball Courts. The league is open to players ages 15 and older and follows a tiered leaderboard format designed to allow participants of varying skill levels to compete. Teams must consist of one male and one female player and are required to register together.
League play will take place on Monday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m. beginning June 22 and continuing through Aug. 10. The registration fee is $60 per team. Officials noted that attendance is critical because missed matches will result in forfeits and cannot be rescheduled. Participants must provide their own paddles.
The department is also offering several summer sports camps for young athletes.
A four-day soccer camp will be held for children ages 5-6 from June 15-18 at Tony Silicato Memorial Park. Additional sessions for ages 7-10 and 11-14 are scheduled for July 6-9. Camp organizers said participants will work on technical and tactical aspects of the game through drills and small-sided games. Shin guards are required.
Flag football camp returns July 20-23 at Marvel Square near the Parks and Recreation building. Separate sessions will be available for ages 6-8 and 9-12. The camp is designed to teach both the technical and strategic aspects of flag football while providing meaningful game experience. Each participant will receive a camp T-shirt.
Basketball players can participate in a four-day camp Aug. 3-6 led by Epic Sports Group. The camp is open to children ages 8-14 and will focus on skills development, game strategy and teamwork. Lunch will be provided each day.
Racquet sport enthusiasts have several options this summer. A pickleball skills camp for ages 7-14 is scheduled for Aug. 17-20 at the Memorial Park Pickleball Courts. Registration includes instruction from experienced coaches and a paddle for each participant. Tennis camps for ages 7-10 and 11-14 will be held July 27-30 at the Milford High School tennis courts.
Milford Parks and Recreation is also offering a Creative Kids’ Art Workshop throughout July. Led by local artist Kristen Corbi, the program allows participants to explore various artistic mediums while designing and creating their own imaginary creatures. Sessions are available for children ages 5 through 11. The workshops are open July 1 through 29.
Looking ahead to the fall season, registration is open for youth soccer leagues for children ages 5 through 14. Programs range from instructional leagues for younger players to team-based competition for older age groups. Participants will receive uniforms, and instruction will focus on both fundamental skills and game play.
Additional information and registration details are available through Milford Parks and Recreation. Officials encourage families to register early, as space in several programs is limited.
