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Spring/Summer 2008 Program Listings
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Sports Programs
Pre-Kindergarten Golf
A new generation of golfers is on the rise, and Skyhawks is ready to get them started with our beginning golf program. Fundamental skills of the game – grip, stance, swing, ball contact, putting, chipping and driving – and the rules and etiquette of golf are taught. Emphasis is on fun and participation. Skyhawks provides all golf equipment for this program.
AGES: 3 & 4 yrs
PROGRAM #: 231327
DAYS: Mon-Thu (rain day Fri)
DATES: Section A: Jun 23-26
Section B: Jul 21-24
TIME: 12:30-2 pm
LOCATION: Thompson Park South Shelter
COST: $75 R/$83 NR
T-Ball Sluggers
Spend a grand slam week, learning and practicing t-ball. We work on hitting, throwing, fielding and running, as well as basic rules of the game. Through instruction and lead up games, players develop their eye-hand coordination and the confidence they need to be successful. Participants should bring their own glove and a water bottle.
AGES: 5-7 yrs
PROGRAM #: 231210-A
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jun 16-19
TIME: 9-10:30 am
LOCATION: Oldtimer’s Field
Reed Rd Park (rain plan Hastings School Gym)
COST: $60 R/$66 NR
Golf Week Youth/Teen
This program is for the beginner and intermediate golfer. Activities include lessons, driving range and two nine-hole rounds of golf at a par-three course. Participants should provide their own clubs.
GRADES: Entering 4-9
PROGRAM #: 232318-A
DATES: Mon-Wed, Jun 23-25
(rain date Thu)
TIME: 10 am-1:30 pm (10 am-
2:30 pm golf course days)
LOCATION: Various golf sites
Meet at the Municipal
Services Center
Front Parking Lot
COST: $125 R/$138 NR
Includes daily activity fee
and bus transportation
Sporties for Shorties
This exciting class includes lead-up games, sports activities and group games designed to help your preschooler develop kicking, running, throwing, catching and social interaction skills. Hand/eye and foot/eye coordination are emphasized. Parents are expected to participate during the Little Sporties Class and strongly encouraged to participate in the Big Sporties Class.
AGES: Little: 3 yrs
Big: 4 & 5 yrs
PROGRAM #: Little: 221312
Big: 221313
DAYS: Section A: Tue Nights (6 wks)
Section B: Wed Nights (6 wks)
DATES: Apr 8-May 13
TIME: Little: 6:30-7 pm
Big: 7-7:45 pm
LOCATION: Windermere School New Gym
COST: Little: $42 R/$46 NR
Big: $50 R/$55 NR
Tiny Hawk Multi-Sport
Skyhawk’s Tiny-Hawk program is designed to introduce young athletes to basketball and soccer and allow them to learn and have fun in a variety of arenas. These programs are designed to motivate children to be active and healthy while giving them the fundamental skill sets needed to succeed and grow in whichever sport they choose. A parent or adult must participate in the camp with the child. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 10:1. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, a snack, a water bottle, running shoes and sunscreen. Shin guards are recommended.
AGES: 3-4 yrs with adult
PROGRAM # 231364-A
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jul 28-31
(rain date Fri)
TIMES: 4-5 pm
LOCATION: Thompson Park South Shelter
COST: $55 R/$61 NR
Mini-Hawk Multi-Sport
Mini-Hawk programs allow young children to explore soccer, baseball, and basketball in a day-program setting. There is no pressure – just lots of fun while these young athletes participate in all three sports through unique Skyhawks games. Our Mini-Hawk coaching staff is trained to meet the specific needs of young children and is committed to helping them start off on the right foot as they venture into athletics. All participants receive a t-shirt and a merit award. The participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 8:1. Participants should bring appropriate clothing, a snack, a water bottle, running shoes and sunscreen. Shin guards and baseball glove are recommended.
AGES: 4-7 yrs
PROGRAM # 232365-A
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jul 28-31
(rain date Fri)
TIMES: 5-7 pm
LOCATION: Thompson Park South Shelter
COST: $85 R/$94 NR
Youth & Teen Shuffleboard Clinics
Learn to play the lifelong leisure sport of shuffleboard. Participants are divided into Pee Wee (6-9 yrs) and Junior (10-15 yrs) divisions. Clinics are held in partnership with the UA Shuffleboard Club. Rec Waiver and pre-registration required.
AGES: Section A: 6-9 yrs
Section B: 10-15 yrs
PROGRAM#: 232355
DATES: Tue (6 wks), Jun 17-Jul 22
(no program Jul 8)
Tournament Jul 29, 9 am-Noon
TIME: 1:30-3 pm
LOCATION: Fancyburg Park
Behind Shelter House
COST: FREE
Shuffleboard Play
Experience the life-long leisure sport of shuffleboard. Participation is free and
pre-registration and a rec waiver is required for youth clinics. Call Parks & Recreation, at 583-5300 for details.
Clinics are held at Fancyburg Park behind shelter house, co-sponsored with UA Shuffleboard Club.
PEE WEE CLINIC
AGES: 6-9 yrs
PROGRAM#: 232355-A
DATES: Tue, Jun 17-Jul 22
(no program Jul 8)
Tournament Jul 29, 9 am-Noon
TIME: 1:30-3 pm
JUNIOR CLINIC
AGES: 10-15 yrs
PROGRAM#: 232355-B
DATES: Tue, Jun 17-Jul 22
(no program Jul 8)
Tournament Jul 29, 9 am-Noon
TIME: 1:30-3 pm
Adult Play for Ages 16-99:
Tue, May 6-Jun 10, 1-3 pm
Tue, Jun 17-Sep 23, 9:30-11:30 am
Tue, Sep 30-Frost, 1-3 pm
Thu, May 8-Sep 25, 6:30-8:30 pm
Sun, May 4-Sep 28, 2-4 pm
Courts Closed on Mother’s Day & Father’s Day
Shuffleboard Tournaments
Check the weekly newspapers (UA News and UA This Week) for details of tournaments, or call 583-5300.
• May 4, Sun, Potluck & Membership Drive, 1-4 pm
• May 20, Tue, Local Senior Olympics (rain date May 21)
• Jun 12-14, Thu, Fri & Sat, State - any Doubles Amateur & Expert Divisions
• July 26, Club Tournament, Draw Doubles
• Aug 7-9, Thu, Fri & Sat, State Singles, Open Men’s & Women’s Divisions
• Aug 23, Club Tournament, Singles
• Sept 23, Tue, Noon, Annual Banquet
• Sept 27, Club Tournament, Singles
Summer Soccer School
Summer Soccer School staff is ready to bring you a week of soccer fun and exciting training! For more than 20 years, Summer Soccer School has provided a proven curriculum that helps your child beome a better soccer player. The learning environment features a skills session in the morning with a game related/tournament format session following the lunch break. No prior experience is necessary.
Andrew Kessinger, Director and Coach for the Eagles Soccer Club, runs the camp with the help of Chris Duff and Matt Odgen, who also work with Eagles SC. These former college and professional players combine for a total of more than 50 years experience delivering quality instruction and coaching to youth soccer players in the Central Ohio area. Visit www.eaglessoccer.org for detailed information and registration form or call Andrew Kessinger at 614-946-8730. Please do not use the form in this brochure to register.
AGES: Boys & Girls 5-14 yrs
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jul 7-11
TIME: 8:30 am-1 pm
LOCATION: Thompson Park south fields off McCoy Rd
COST: $115/$100 per additional sibling
Skyhawks Soft Lacrosse
The Skyhawks Soft Lacrosse program is an introductory level program for ages 5-9. Participants enjoy a fun week of skill-building activities designed to learn stick handling, cradling, passing, shooting and defensive skills. Our lacrosse program is non-contact and skill-based. Participant-to-coach ratio is approximately 12:1.
AGES: 5-9 yrs
PROGRAM #: 232345-A
DATES: Mon-Thu, Aug 11-14
(rain date Fri)
TIME: Section A: 9 am-Noon
Section B: 1-4 pm
LOCATION: Thompson Park South Shelter
COST: $115 R/$127 NR
Skyhawks Beginning Golf
Skyhawks' goal is to build confidence while teaching proper technique and etiquette in Beginning Golf, by combining the SNAG Coaching System and equipment, with our flair for safe and fun sports instruction. Skyhawks provide Launchers and Rollers designed with larger heads and greater hitting surfaces that make it easier to hit the ball while learning proper swing techniques, and allow for a wider variety of shots.
AGES: 5-9 yrs
PROGRAM #: 232343
DAYS: Mon-Thu
DATES: Section A: Jun 23-26
(rain date Fri)
Section B: Jul 21-24
(rain date Fri)
TIME: 9 am-Noon
LOCATION: Thompson Park South Shelter
COST: $115 R/$127 NR
Summer Soccer Tots
In conjunction with the Summer Soccer School, the Eagles SC staff offers, for the second year, a beginner’s segment for our youngest campers! The Soccer Tots are introduced to the “Beautiful Game,” through fun activities and games. This is an introductory class, with no prior experience necessary. This is a great camp to get your child outside to interact with other children while participating in the world’s most popular sport! Visit www.eaglessoccer.org for detailed information and a registration form. You may also call Andrew Kessinger at 614-946-8730.
AGES: Boys & Girls 3-4 yrs
DATES: Mon-Fri, Jul 7-11
TIME: 10-10:50 am
LOCATION: Thompson Park south fields off McCoy Rd
COST: $70
Big Sky Lacrosse Camp
Join The Big Sky Lacrosse Company for one of the nation's premiere lacrosse camps. Big Sky is under the direction of Brett Harper (UA Class of '99), a Division 1 All-American and Captain of the 2003 University of Maryland Final Four Team. Attendees learn and play with some of the country's top lacrosse players, preparing them for their next level of play, be it middle school, high school, or college level. Do not use the form in this brochure to register for this program.
AGES: Boys 11-17 yrs
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jun 23-26
TIME: 9 am-1 pm
LOCATION: Northwest Park
COST: $260
Check or money order to:
Big Sky Lacrosse
5330 Granite Drive
Hilliard, OH 43026
Phone: 921-0063
Forms available
www.bigskylax.com
Adult Softball Leagues
Additional teams are needed for all softball leagues (men’s, women’s and co-rec). Teams not comprised of 70 percent residents or workers in the City will be charged $50 per team. Priority is given to Upper Arlington teams.
Play on one of the best fields in Central Ohio with TOP DRESSED infields and fields mowed every seven days.
Registration deadlines are in early April. A registration fee is charged each team to cover program costs. For details call
583-5300.
WOMEN’S: B Division begins May 6
PROGRAM#: 224403-A
CO-REC: B-C Leagues begins May 2
PROGRAM#: 224404-A
MEN: B-C Leagues begins May 6 & 8
PROGRAM#: 224405-A
MEN’S FALL: One Pitch League begins
Aug 19 & 21
PROGRAM#: 224406-A
REG DEADLINE: Aug 1
UA Athletic Association
The UA Athletic Association, formed in the 1950s, is a non-profit, volunteer-run corporation that provides athletic activities for the community’s youth, offering football, cheerleading, baseball and softball programs for middle-school ages and under. The focus is to teach athletic skills, encourage good sportsmanship and teamwork, and to have fun. Teams are organized through skill grading to balance skills and by mixing players from different UA schools (public and private). Call Pam Mulberry at 457-7286 or John Petro at 485-0994 for details or to volunteer as a coach.
DATES: mid-Apr to Jul 4
(play dates/times vary)
LOCATION: Northam/Thompson Parks
Girls Slow Pitch Softball Leagues
GRADES: 2-5
2 & 3-“coach-pitch”
Girls Fast Pitch/Transition Softball League
GRADES: 4-5
Girls Fast Pitch Softball League
GRADES: 6-8
Introduction to Fencing
This course teaches the rules and basic techniques of foil fencing. Learn how to lunge, parry, riposte and disengage, and apply your skills during actual fencing bouts. Wear clothing suitable for physical activity and athletic shoes. Instructed by Dr. Charles Simonian, previous Ohio State fencing coach.
GRADES: 4-8
PROGRAM #: 232319-A
DATES: Mon-Thu, Jul 28-31
TIME: 9-10:30 am
LOCATION: UA High School
Auditorium Mezzanine
COST: $56 R/$62 NR
Updated 3/08
Recreation Division
Parks & Recreation Department
City of Upper Arlington
3600 Tremont Road
Upper Arlington, OH 43221
Phone: 614-583-5300
Fax: 614-457-6620
www.ua-ohio.net
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