Odds & Ends: Get Artsy this Fall!

September 20, 2011 by  

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Get artsy this fall with these options:

*Allied Arts of Yakima Valley, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-966-0930. alliedartsyakima.org

Mommy and Me Art Class. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays from Sept. 20 to Oct. 6, Oct. 18-26, Nov. 1-22, and Nov. 29-Dec. 15. Moms can enjoy art class with a pre-kinder child. Moms are required to stay on site, and they can sit and socialize with other moms. Cost: $10 for members per session/$12 for non-members per session; $210/$252 for entire series (two free classes with series).

Special Needs Art Class. 3:45-5:15 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 19, Oct. 17, Nov. 14 & Dec. 12. Cost: $20 per session for members, $25 per session for non-members; $60/$75 for series (one free session with series).
Homeschool Art Class. 12:30-2 p.m. Wednesdays, Sept, 28-Nov. 16, and Nov. 30-Dec. 14. From elementary to high school courses. Art history and art creation. Cost: $20 per session for members, $25 per session for non-members; $200/$250 for entire series (2 free sessions for series).

• Hands on Art, 5603 Summitview, Yakima; 509-966-4248. Call for classes and schedules. hands-on-art.com

• Red Art Studio & Sunflower Studio, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766. Classes start Oct. 3.

Teen Art Studio. 3:30-5:30 p.m. For ages 10 and up. 4 weekly classes.

Kids’ Clay Studio. 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays. For ages 6 and up. 4 weekly classes.

Itty Bitty Art. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays. For ages 0-5; drop-in classes.

Kids’ Open Art Studio. 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays. All ages drop-in classes.

Also…

Laurie Kanyer to teach parenting classes at First Pres
A series of parenting classes will be offered to the community this fall at First Presbyterian Church.

Laurie Kanyer, who has authored several parenting books and has years of experience teaching classes on parenting, will lead “Parenting with Love and Limits” at 11 a.m. each Sunday from Sept. 25 to Nov. 20, with a break on Oct. 16. (See our daily calendar for weekly topics.)

The goal is to teach parents how to develop skills that encourage positive behavior, help them gain insight and improve family organization, which can reduce family stress and give parents a greater understanding of childhood development.

Childcare is provided for each class, and kids are permitted to gather in the gym.

For more information, visit First Presbyterian Church, located at 9 S. Eighth Ave. in Yakima, or call the church at 509-248-7940.

And…Summer’s over…time for Fall Sports!

SOCCER

Itty Bitty Soccer. 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 27-Oct. 17. For boys and girls ages 3-4. Learn the fundamentals of soccer. Cost: $48 non-resident, $40 resident. T-shirt and ball included. Located at Gateway Sports Complex at Kiwanis Park. Yakima Parks and Rec: 509-575-6020.

PeeWee Soccer. 6-7:15 Thursdays, Sept. 29-Oct. 20. For boys and girls ages 5-6. Fundamentals of soccer taught, and kids can improve on basics. Located at Gateway Sports Complex at Kiwanis Park. Cost: $48 non-resident, $40 resident. Yakima Parks and Rec: 509-575-6020.

BASKETBALL

Little Dribblers. 6-6:45 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 7-Dec. 12. For boys and girls ages 4-6. Learn the basics of basketball with group exercises and games. Registration: Oct. 3-Nov. 2. Cost: $32/$42/$52, depending on residency. Sunset Gym, Selah; register with Selah Parks and Recreation, 216 S. First St., Selah; 509-698-7300.

UK International Soccer Camps

June 10, 2010 by  

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The Yakima Youth Soccer Association and UK International Soccer Camps will offer several Yakima day camps in August.

Half-day and full-day camps will each be offered for two sessions: Aug. 2-6 and Aug. 16-20. Register at least 10 days prior to camp.

UK Classic Camp will meet from 9 a.m. to noon. Open to players ages 4-14. Cost is $100.

UK Classic Camp Full Day will meet from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 2-6. Open to players ages 8-14. Cost is $150.

All camps will meet at the Perry Soccer Complex, 2011 W. Washington Ave., Yakima.

To register, or for more information, visit www.uksocca.com.

Summer Sports

May 20, 2010 by  

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BASKETBALL
WEST VALLEY BOYS’ BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys, grades 3-6. Meets 9 a.m. to noon July 5-8 at West Valley High School, 9800 Zier Road, Yakima. Cost: $75, includes basketball, T-shirt, team photo and written coach evaluation; $10 sibling discount. T-shirts will be late for registrations received after June 10; limited to 60 campers. Keely Teske, 972-5900.

WEST VALLEY GIRLS’ BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys, grades 3-8. The camp will be held June 21-24 at West Valley High School, 9800 Zier Road, Yakima. Grades 3-5 meet from 9 a.m. to noon. Grades 6-8 meet 1-4 p.m. Cost: $75, includes basketball, T-shirt, team photo and written coach evaluation; $10 sibling discount. T-shirts will be late for registrations received after June 10; limited to 60 campers. Keely Teske, 972-5900.

YVCC SUMMER BREAK BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys and girls in grades 2-10 can improve their skills and play games during two camps led by YVCC staff and players. Grades 2-6 meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 21-24. Grades 7-10 meet from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 28-July 1. Cost is $110, or $35 daily; sibling and teammate discounts available. Bring sack lunch, water and gym shoes. Both camps meet at Sherar Gymnasium at Yakima Valley Community College. Register online at yvcc.edu/athletics or call 574-4726.

HOT SHOTS 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT | Youth, high school and adult teams shoot hoops on the streets Aug. 28-29 in downtown Yakima. Watching is free. To play, you’ll need to register; deadline is Aug. 4. The fee for youth teams is $90. Yakima Valley Sports Commission, yakimahotshots.org; 573-3010.

GOLF
APPLE TREE JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM | Boys and girls, ages 7-17. Introduction class led by Kevin Anderson teaches golf skills and course etiquette with fun contests. Meets 9-10:15 a.m. Tuesdays, June 15-July 1. Cost: $69. Apple Tree Resort, 8804 Occidental Ave., Yakima; appletreeresort.com; 966-5877.

INTRODUCTION TO GOLF | Boys and girls, ages 6-15. Meets 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 22-July 15, at River Ridge Golf Course, 295 Golf Course Loop Road, Selah. Golf fundamentals, rules and etiquette. Cost: $80; provide your own clubs. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

FRIDAY NIGHT GLOW BALL | Play nine holes in the dark with glow balls and glow sticks to mark the fairways. Cost: $25, includes greens fee, glow ball, glow stick and necklace, and light snacks. Register one week prior. Events begin at 8 p.m. on July 9 and Aug. 6. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

FAMILY GOLF MONTH | In July, kids ages 17 and under play free when accompanied by their mom or dad. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

TAKE YOUR DAUGHTER TO THE COURSE WEEK | Daughters play free July 5-9 when accompanied by a paying adult. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

THE FIRST TEE | Boys and girls, ages 5-17. One-hour classes meet for 10 weeks, beginning June 14. Classes are divided by age groups and meet at various golf courses and parks. Cost: $50; full scholarships available. All equipment provided. Register at thefirstteeyakima.org or call 949-6349.

PARENT/CHILD GOLF TOURNAMENTS | Parents and children ages 14 and younger can compete in a nine-hole scramble at 1 p.m. July 10 or Aug. 15. Cost: $15 each. Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

PEE WEE GOLF LESSONS | Boys and girls, ages 4-6. Focus on participation, safety, fundamentals and fun in this intro course. Meets Tuesdays or Thursdays for four weeks, multiple sessions offered in July and August. Cost: $24-$29, depending on residency. Meets at Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS | Ages 7-15. Improve stance and skills with afternoon small-group lessons. Meets Wednesdays and Thursdays for two weeks, multiple sessions offered June-August. Cost: $47-$58, depending on residency. Meets at Fisher Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; call 575-6075 to register.

SKATEBOARDING
SKATEBOARD CLASSES | Ages 6-12. Meets 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 22-July 15, at Selah Skate Park. Cost: $15-$20, depending on residency. Bring your own board and helmet. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

SOCCER
ITTY BITTY SOCCER LEAGUE | Ages 3-4. Introduction workshops develop game skills and teamwork. Meets 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, June 15-July 13. Cost: $40-$48, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt and ball. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

TINY TYKES INSTRUCTIONAL SOCCER PROGRAM | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Learn basic skills while practicing sportsmanship and teamwork. Meets 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 19-28 at Eisenhower High School. Cost: $28-$34, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

PEE WEE SOCCER LEAGUE | Boys and girls, ages 5-6. Practice basic soccer skills in non-competitive games. Meets 6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays, June 17-July 15. Cost: $40-$48, depending on residency; includes a T-shirt and ball. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

KICKIN’ AROUND. 1-4 p.m. Aug. 1. Ages 6-14 can learn the game of soccer and practice basic skills. Free; must call 575-6020 by July 23 to pre-register. Hosted by Yakima Parks & Recreation at Chesterley Park, N. 40th Avenue and River Road, Yakima. Part of the Kiddin’ Around program, yakimagreenway.org.

WEST SIDE SOCCER CAMP | Kids entering grades 1-5 can learn about soccer and Jesus at this camp, which offers Christian coaches and Bible messages. Meets 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 21-25. Cost: $70 until June 6; $80 late registration. West Side Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima; westsidechurch.info; Suzanne Dieker, 965-2800.

SWIMMING
BABY & ME SWIM |10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 11-Aug. 30. Drop-in playtime for parents and tots, 6 months to 3 years. Cost: $3.75 adults; kids 3 and under are free. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 575-6046.

SELAH AFTER-SCHOOL SWIM CAMP | Ages 6-10. Supervised, structured one-week program helps build skills and confidence. Daily swim lessons and recreational time. Meets 3:30-5:30 p.m. June 1-4. Cost: $40; snacks provided. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

SELAH JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLASS | Swimmers ages 12 and older can learn what it takes to become a lifeguard. Successful participants may be invited to join the pool’s summer staff. Two sessions: June 14-18 and June 21-25; both meet from 9-11 a.m. Cost is $42-$57, depending on residency. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

TENNIS
SELAH YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS | Grades 3-8. Two sessions, both meet Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: June 15-25, July 20-30. Grades 3-5: 9-10 a.m. Grades 6-8: 10-11 a.m. Instruction, games and matches. Cost: $18-$30, depending on residency; bring a racket and one unopened can of tennis balls. Meets at Carlon Park, 400 E. Goodlander Road, Selah. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

YAKIMA YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS | Various morning and evening sessions offered June-August for youth and teens. Cost: $30-$36, depending on residency. Meets at Kissel Park, S. 32nd and Mead avenues, Yakima. In cooperation with Yakima Community Tennis Association. Register with Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

VOLLEYBALL
WEST VALLEY VOLLEYBALL SKILLS CAMP | Girls and boys, grades 4-8. Meets 8 a.m. to noon June 14-16 at West Valley High School. Cost: $75. Katie Hinckley, 972-5956.

Ike to host volleyball camp

May 14, 2010 by  

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IKE VOLLEYBALL CAMP | Boys and girls, entering grades 5-9. Eisenhower High’s volleyball coach Brad Ackerman will lead an after-school volleyball camp for players of all skill levels. Meets 3:30-6 p.m. June 1-3 at the Ike gymnasium. Cost: $50; includes T-shirt, ball, instruction and snacks. Register by May 22. Call 573-2629 or download a registration form at ikevball.com.

Tomahawks Football Camp

July 27, 2009 by  

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football-helmetSELAH TOMAHAWKS FOOTBALL CAMP | Boys, ages 8-13. Cost: $25 for returning players, otherwise $30; includes a T-shirt. Conditioning camp with an emphasis on offensive position skills. Meets 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 3-6 at the Selah Junior High football field; registration at 5:30 p.m. Aug. 3. Loren Wood: 949-8867. selahtomahawks.org

Gene Straughan’s Air It Out Football Academy

July 27, 2009 by  

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football-helmetGENE STRAUGHAN’S AIR IT OUT FOOTBALL ACADEMY | Boys, grades 3-12. 4-8 p.m. Aug. 8-9. Quarterback and receiver camp in Selah. Cost: $45. airitoutfootballacademy.com

Summer sport camps, lessons and leagues

May 26, 2009 by  

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From A to V, here’s our list of summer sports camps, lessons and leagues:

ATHLETICS, GENERAL

JUNIOR ATHLETIC CONDITIONING | Boys and girls, ages 9-11. Meets 2:30-3:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Two sessions: June 16-30, July 21-Aug. 13. Focus on fitness with exercises, obstacle courses and games. Cost: $60 YAC member, $70 non-member. Open registration begins June 2. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YOUTH FITNESS ACADEMY | Boys and girls, ages 12 and up. Meets 3-4 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, June 16-Aug. 13. Instructed by a Certified Personal Trainer. Cost: $99 YAC members, $109 non-member. Open registration begins June 2. Two locations: Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; or, YAC Fitness, 2500 Business Lane, Yakima. For details, call 453-6521 or visit yakimaathletic.com.

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BASEBALL

BEGINNER PEE WEE T-BALL | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Introduces basic skills; instruction and game each night. Meets 6:15-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays, Aug. 5-26. Cost: $15 Yakima resident, $20 non-resident. Register by July 31. Call for location. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

YMCA BASEBALL | Boys and girls, ages 5-10. The Yakima Family YMCA is organizing baseball leagues in Yakima and West Valley. Divisions include T-ball, ages 5-7; Coach Pitch, ages 6-8; and Minors, ages 9-10. League play will be July 13-Aug. 21. Cost is $35 YMCA family members, $45 YMCA members, $50 non-members; an additional $10 fee applies to registrations received after June 27. Volunteer coaches are needed. Register at the YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima. For more information call Tyler Johnson, 972-5273.

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BASKETBALL

CADET BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys, grades 3-9. Skills camp led by Ike coaches and players. Meets June 15-18 at Eisenhower High School, 702 S. 40th Ave., Yakima. Grades 3-6: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Grades 7-9: 1-4 p.m. Cost: $65, includes T-shirt and ball. Call 966-3516.

DAVIS HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP | Girls, grades 2-12. Grades 2-5 meet 8-10 a.m. Grades 6-12 meet 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The younger girls are coached by Davis players; the older campers will be coached by the Davis girls’ basketball staff. Camps are June 15-18 at Davis High School, 212 S. Sixth Ave., Yakima. Cost: $40. For more, contact Davis Girls’ Basketball Coach Quantae Anderson at 573-2500.

NBC BASKETBALL CAMP | Boys and girls, ages 8-14. Meets July 20-24 at Eisenhower High School. Energetic camp provides training in speed, skill development and sports psychology Cost: $250. Register at nbccamps.com or 800-406-3926; local contact Eddie Allen, 594-9365.

ONE-ON-ONE GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP | Girls, ages 8-12. Meets 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 3-5 at the YVCC Sherar Gym. Individual skills coaching focuses on ball handling, attacking the basket, effective passing and more. Cost: $75, includes a T-shirt. Contact Becky Jones at 480-1002.

WEST VALLEY GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP | Girls, grades 3-8. Learn basketball skills, including teamwork, ball-handling, shooting and sportsmanship from WVHS coaches and players. Meets June 29-July 2 at West Valley Junior High School. Grades 3-5 meet 9 a.m. to noon. Grades 6-8 meet 1-4 p.m. Cost: $75, includes basketball, T-shirt, team photo and written evaluation. Limited to 60 campers; pre-registration deadline is June 10. For more, call Kellee Toner at 966-8578.

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FOOTBALL

YMCA FLAG FOOTBALL | Boys and girls, ages 6-11. The Yakima Family YMCA is organizing flag football leagues in Yakima and West Valley. Divisions are ages 6-7, ages 8-9 and ages 10-11. League play will be July 13-Aug. 21. Cost: $35 YMCA family members, $45 YMCA members, $50 non-member; an additional $10 fee is charged for players who register after June 27. Volunteer coaches are needed. Register at the YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima. For more information, call Tyler Johnson at 972-5273.

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GOLF

THE FIRST TEE OF YAKIMA | Boys and girls, ages 5-17. Non-profit organization teaches life skills, including manners and responsibility, through the game of golf. Meets are several area parks and golf courses. Cost: $50; full-fee scholarships available to all who ask. The First Tee of Yakima, thefirstteeyakima.org; 949-6349.

FISHER JUNIOR GOLF TOURNAMENT SERIES | Boys and girls, ages 6-16. Enjoy friendly competition and win prizes in this three-part tournament series, held June 25, July 23 and Aug. 13. Ages 6-9: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ages 9-12: 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Ages 12-16: 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: $15, includes T-shirt. Space is limited; register early. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

FISHER PARK FAMILY GOLF MONTH | Weekends in July, children 17 and under play nine holes of free golf when accompanied by a parent. Also, the week of July 6-10 is “Take Your Daughter to the Course Week”: Free green fees for young ladies accompanied by a paying adult.

FISHER PARK PARENT/CHILD TOURNAMENTS | Parent with child under 14 years. Two 9-Hole Scramble tournaments are scheduled this summer at Yakima’s Fisher Park Golf Course. The tourneys begin at 1 p.m. July 12 and Aug. 16. Cost: $15 pair. The course is located at 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

INTRODUCTION TO GOLF (SELAH) | Boys and girls, ages 6-15. Meets 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 22-July 16, at River Ridge Golf Course, 295 Golf Course Loop Road, Selah. Golf fundamentals, rules and etiquette. Cost: $80; provide your own clubs. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

JUNIOR GOLF LEAGUE | Boys and girls, ages 8-16. Play nine holes and keep score. Special prizes given out throughout the league. Meets Tuesdays, June 23-Aug. 11. Ages 8-12 play 1:30-3:30 p.m. Ages 13-16 play 2-4 p.m. Cost: $8 per day. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS | Boys and girls, ages 6-16. Yakima Parks and Recreation classes focus on proper etiquette, swings, stance and confidence. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays; multiple times and sessions. Cost: $44 Yakima resident, $53 non-resident. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

PEEWEE GOLF LESSONS | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Games and activities introduce golf basics. Meets 9:30-10 a.m., multiple sessions: Tuesdays, July 7-28 or Aug. 4-25; Thursdays, July 9-30 or Aug. 6-27. Cost: $24 Yakima resident, $29 non-resident. Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima; 575-6075.

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SKATEBOARDING

INTRODUCTION TO SKATEBOARDING (SELAH) | Boys and girls, ages 6-12. Meets 10-11 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday, June 23-July 23, at Selah Skate Park in Carlon Park, 400 E. Goodlander Road. Learn basic skateboarding techniques. Cost: $15-$20, depending on residency. Helmets required. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St., Selah; 698-7300.

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SOCCER

GOAL-LINE SOCCER CAMPS | Boys and girls, ages 6-14. Hone your soccer skills at these personalized clinics. All clinics meet from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Chesterley Park. North 40th Avenue and River Road, Yakima. Ages 6-14, two sessions: July 13-17 and July 20-24. Ages 11-14: July 20-24. Goal-Line: 541-753-5833. goal-line.com

ITTY BITTY SOCCER | Boys and girls, ages 3-4. Class introduces dribbling, passing and shooting through exercises and games. Parents encouraged to participate. Meets 6-6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, July 28-Aug. 25. Cost: $40 Yakima resident, $48 non-resident; includes T-shirt and ball. Call for location. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

PEEWEE SOCCER LEAGUE | Boys and girls, ages 5-6. Improve basic soccer skills and encourage sportsmanship in non-competitive games. Meets 6-7:15 p.m. Thursdays, July 30-Aug. 27. Call for location. Cost: $40 Yakima resident, $48 non-resident; includes T-shirt and ball. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

TINY TYKES SOCCER | Boys and girls, ages 4-5. Learn the basics of passing, dribbling and shooting, as well as teamwork and sportsmanship. Meets 6-7:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, July 13-22, at Eisenhower High School soccer field Cost: $28 Yakima resident, $34 non-resident; includes T-shirt. Yakima Parks, 2301 Fruitvale Blvd., Yakima; 575-6020.

WEST SIDE SOCCER CAMP | Boys and girls, grades 1-5. Meets 9 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. June 22-26 at West Side Baptist Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima. Soccer skills, Christian coaches, Bible messages, camp T-shirt. Cost: $65 until June 7; $75 beginning June 8. Sponsored by West Side Baptist Church, in conjunction with Uncharted Waters Sports Camps of Colorado Springs, Colo. Contact Suzanne Dieker, Children’s Ministry Director, 965-2800. Download registration at westsidechurch.info.

YAC PEEWEE SOCCER | Boys and girls, ages 5-6. Meets 4-5 p.m. July 13-16. Cost: $45 YAC member, $55 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 10 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC SOCCER CAMP | Boys and girls, grades 1-5. Meets 10 a.m. to noon July 6-10. Focus on soccer skills and fun. Cost: $100 YAC member, $110 non-member. Open registration begins June 2. Bring a soccer ball, shin guards and cleats. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

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SWIMMING

SWIM LESSONS | For our guide to summer swim lessons, click here.

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TENNIS

YAC LITTLE HITTERS TENNIS | Boys and girls, ages 4 and up. Meets 9-10:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Four sessions: June 15-18, 22-25, July 6-9, 13-16. Introduction to tennis basics, supervised play. Cost: $25 YAC member, $35 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 12 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC TENNIS 1 | Boys and girls. Meets 10-11:30 a.m. Monday-Thursday. Four sessions: June 15-18, 22-25, July 6-9, 13-16. Designed for students with little or no tennis experience, class covers stroke, match play and etiquette. Cost: $42 YAC member, $52 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 12 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC TENNIS 2 | Boys and girls. Meets 10 a.m. to noon Monday-Thursday. Four sessions: June 15-18, 22-25, July 6-9, 13-16. Designed for students with tennis experience, working toward mastery of all basic strokes. Focus on stroke production, introduction to competitive play. Cost: $50 YAC member, $60 non-member. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 12 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAC TENNIS CAMPS | Boys and girls, ages 4-15. Meets 9 a.m. to noon, three sessions: July 20-23, July 27-30, Aug. 3-6. Improve skills while playing inventive games. Water activities, too. Cost: $70 YAC members, $80 non-member; includes T-shirt and water bottle. Open registration begins June 2; limited to 15 students. Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima; yakimaathletic.com; 453-6521.

YAKIMA PARKS TENNIS LESSONS | Yakima Parks and the Yakima Community Tennis Association will team up to offer youth tennis lessons (three skill levels) at Kissel Park, S. 32nd Avenue and Mead, Yakima. Morning and evening classes available; call for times. Four sessions: June 22-July 3, July 3-24, July 27-Aug. 7, Aug. 10-21. Cost: $30 Yakima resident, $36 non-resident. Yakima Parks, 575-6020.

YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS (SELAH) | Boys and girls, grades 3-8. Two sessions, both meet Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: June 16-25, July 21-30. Grades 3-5: 9-10 a.m. Grades 6-8: 10-11 a.m. Instruction, games and matches. Cost: $18-$30, depending on residency; bring a racket and one unopened can of tennis balls. Meets at Carlon Park, 400 E. Goodlander Road, Selah. Register with Selah Parks, 216 S. First St.; 698-7300.

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TRACK & FIELD

YAKIMA YOUTH TRACK | Boys and girls, preschool and up. Three-week program allows anyone old enough to run the opportunity to learn, practice and enhance skills for track and field. Practice Monday and Tuesday evenings with all-comers meets on Wednesdays, July 13-29, at Kumler Field on S. Cornell Avenue, between Tieton Drive and Nob Hill Boulevard, in Yakima. Cost: $40; $120 maximum per family. Monday/Tuesday practice schedule: 6:30-7:30 p.m. preschool-fifth grade; 7:30-8:45 p.m. sixth grade-adult. All-comers meets ($5 fee for non-YYT members): 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, July 15, 22 and 29. All participants receive ribbons. For more, call Jennifer Wells at 678-5680.

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VOLLEYBALL

EISENHOWER VOLLEYBALL CAMP | Boys and girls, grades 5-9. Meets 3:30-6:30 p.m. June 4-5 and 8-9 at Eisenhower High School, 702 S. 40th Ave., Yakima. Skills camp led by Ike coaches and players. Cost: $60, includes T-shirt and snacks. Call 573-2629.

Spring Break Soccer Camp (Selah)

March 1, 2009 by  

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soccer-ballSPRING BREAK SOCCER CAMP (SELAH) | Boys and girls, ages 3-18. Selah Football Club will host a day camp emphasizing technical and tactical skills with application of skills during match play. Meets from 10 a.m. to noon, March 30-April 3 at the Lince School field. Cost is $60-$70, depending on residency. Register by March 20. Selah Parks: 698-7300.