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Train with the Best This Summer!

Join our Elite Soccer Camp for ages 8–17 and train with the Head Men's Soccer Coach at Westfield State University and current collegiate players. Campers will develop technical skills, build confidence, and experience high-level coaching in a fun and supportive environment.

Looking for something else? We offer a variety of summer specialty camps in soccer, basketball, cheerleading, baseball, and more. Explore all of our camps and register online today to reserve your spot!

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Youth Camps

Summer Camp Registration Now Open!

Get ready for an unforgettable summer—registration for our Summer Camp is now open! Join us for a season full of fun, friendship, and adventure.

Our camp offers a wide range of activities including sports, games, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and special events designed to keep campers engaged, active, and smiling all summer long.

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Summer Pickup Leagues Are Here!

Stay active, make new friends, and keep your skills sharp this summer with Just Play Hoops and Sandlot Baseball. No long-term commitment—just fun, organized pickup games for youth of all skill levels.

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Annual Crane Paper Sale Returns!

Shop fine stationery, specialty papers, greeting cards, envelopes, holiday sets, invitations, and more—all generously donated by Crane & Co. Proceeds support CRA youth and community programs.

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Youth Sports

Fall Sports Registration Is Now Open!

Registration is open July 1–31 for our exciting lineup of youth fall sports! Don't miss your chance to join the fun—some programs begin in August, so register early to secure your spot.

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Join us for our next Food Truck Distribution.

No one should have to face food insecurity alone. For other food resources, call the The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts Mobile Hotline: 413-419-0079.

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Circuitry & Robotics Program Preview Night!

Join us at the Youth Center (DYC) for an evening of hands-on exploration , creativity and technology. this FREE preview night will be an introduction to our new summer STEM program. Geared to youth in grades 3-8

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Your Central Berkshire Community Center

Community Recreation Association (CRA) is proud to serve the greater Berkshire County region, including Dalton and surrounding towns. As a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, our mission is to bring people of all ages together to engage in enriching programs and activities that promote health, wellness, and a strong sense of community.

We welcome families from all walks of life, offering a variety of programs that cater to toddlers, children, teens, adults, and seniors. Whether you’re looking to join a fitness class, enroll your child in a youth sports program, use the pool or participate in a community event, the CRA is here to provide you with a welcoming environment. Our community center in Dalton is just a short drive from Pittsfield, and we are proud to serve members and guests from throughout Berkshire County, here in Western Massachusetts.

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Explore Our Programs

At the CRA, we offer a wide range of programs that help our community stay active, healthy, and connected. Explore some of our most popular offerings:

Youth Sports Programs
Fitness Classes for all levels
CRA Pool has swim lessons, lap swim, water aerobics, family swim, and more.
Childcare Services include preschool, after-school programs, and camps.
Pickleball is always a favorite activity here at the Community House.
Community Events for all ages (think Easter Egg Hunt, Fishing Derby, and Summer Concerts)

Interested in seeing the CRA in person?

Contact us today to Schedule a tour to learn more about our facilities and see firsthand how we support the community!

And contrary to popular belief, you do not need to live in Dalton to be a part of the Community House. We welcome all! So come check us out, see what we have to offer. We think you’ll be glad you did!

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Youth Fall Sports Registration

Registration for fall youth sports is open from July 1–31. Don’t miss your chance to get in the game—sign up […]

Free Preview Night for CRA Circuitry & Robotics

We are excited to invite your students to a FREE Preview Night for the CRA’s new Circuitry & Robotics Program! […]

Boy’s Travel Soccer Tryout

Tryouts for fall travel soccer teams will be held at Wahconah Regional High School. Teams compete in the Berkshire County […]

Music on Main

Mark Franklin – Mill + Main Lawn Bring a picnic and your lawn chairs and enjoy! Concerts are supported by […]

Join The CRA

As a member of the CRA, you will quickly become part of our community (but only if you want to!) and gain access to an incredible range of benefits, including exercise classes, fitness center, pool and discounts on specialty classes.

Join us today and become part of a supportive, active community focused on achieving your fitness goals and creating a healthier future for all.

Memberships vary in length and cost based on the amenities included. Some specialty classes and programs will require an additional cost.

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Anyone can join our community!

Community Recreation Association (CRA)
400 Main St, Dalton, MA: Get Directions

The Community Recreation Association (CRA) of Western Massachusetts is located in Central Berkshire County, ideal for residents of Pittsfield and nearby towns.

With convenient access via Route 8, the CRA welcomes over 188,000 individuals through its doors each year. Our diverse recreational programs—ranging from youth sports and swim lessons to fitness classes and senior programs—offer something for everyone.

As a Berkshire County staple the CRA’s amenities, including a pool, gym, and fitness center, encourage an active lifestyle right in the heart of the community. By fostering a strong sense of connection, the CRA has become a valuable resource not only for Pittsfield and Dalton but for surrounding towns as well.

Our Members Are Talking

“Sometimes I feel as if half my life is spent at the CRA. As an active family of four, it’s not unusual to find my car parked there at any time of the day. From the aquatics programs, to youth sports, group fitness and personal training, the CRA is, and has been, a constant in our lives.

If you’re looking for a place to make you feel welcome, a place to begin your fitness journey or truly challenge your physical limits, look no further than the CRA.” Abby P, Dalton MA

“I like the Fitness Center at the CRA because it fulfills my needs to stay relatively fit after a stroke and a back operation. I also like that the CRA and Fitness Center staff are very nice and accommodating. The Fitness Center is clean and has new state-of-the-art machines to promote exercises for fitness. It is conveniently close to where I live.” George V, Dalton MA

“When people ask me about the CRA I tell them it is a Community House. Inside you will find all kinds of people, all different shapes, all different sizes, all different ages, and all different abilities. It’s a lifestyle change. Everyone gets to know each other in the classes or in the gym and if you skip a day, you will be missed.” Carrie W, Hinsdale MA

“An excellent shower stop for Appalachian Trail backpackers. Soap and towels were supplied. Clean bathrooms and clean open showers. Bonus. After cleaning up, have a swim in the pool. Nice. Thanks, Dalton CRA” Bernard C, Pittsfield MA

Building a Stronger Community

For over 100 years, the CRA has been a trusted hub for community engagement, offering a space for people of all ages to learn, grow, and connect. We remain dedicated to providing a safe, welcoming environment for adult recreation and socialization and ensuring every child has the same opportunity for growth and development.

A donation to the CRA will have a lasting impact on our community—your generosity makes a difference!

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W. Murray Crane Community House
400 Main St, Dalton, MA: Get Directions

Hours
Monday-Friday 5:00am-8:00pm
Saturday 7:00am-3:00pm
Sunday 9:00am-1:00pm

Youth Center (DYC)
27 S Carson Ave, Dalton, MA: Get Directions

Hours
Monday-Friday 2:30pm-5:00pm

Mill + Main
444 Main St, Dalton, MA: Get Directions

Hours
Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm

Train with the Best This Summer!

Summer Camp Registration Now Open!

Summer Pickup Leagues Are Here!

Annual Crane Paper Sale Returns!

Fall Sports Registration Is Now Open!

Join us for our next Food Truck Distribution.

Circuitry & Robotics Program Preview Night!

Youth Programs View All

After School Care

Aquatics

Fitness Classes

Preschool

Teen Programs

Adaptive Programs

Youth Camps

Youth Sports

Adult Programs View All

Aquatics

Fitness Center

Pickleball

Fitness Classes

CRA Your Central Berkshire Community Center

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Anyone can join our community!

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Your Central Berkshire Community Center