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Welcome to Lancaster, Ohio’s wide world of sports! Our town offers a multitude of athletic activities for youth. From babies to high schooler’s you’re sure to find the perfect activity for your child. Just click on a sport below for information such as registration dates and deadlines, fees to play and contact info! Check back often for updated information. |
BASKETBALL Biddy and Jr. Biddy Basketball Lancaster Biddy Basketball Association www.lancasterbiddy.com The Lancaster Biddy Basketball Association offers basketball opportunities for boys and girls from the 3rd through 6th grade. Biddy Basketball: To be eligible to participate in the Biddy Basketball League, a player must be in the 5th or 6th grade AND must attend the Lancaster City Schools; or if Home-Schooled a player must be in the 5th or 6th grade AND live in the Lancaster City School District. 6th Grade Students who played on a Biddy Team in the 5th grade will return to the team of which they played. 6th Graders who have not played in the Biddy Leagues will try out for the elementary school they attended last year. If new to the area, the player will tryout for the school district in which they live. Home-Schooled Children will try out for the elementary school in which district they live. Players cannot play more than 2 years in the Boys' and Girls' Biddy Leagues. Registration takes place in the fall and is $50 per player. Registration information will be advertised in local papers, fliers will be distributed to students at the schools, and information will be available on the Lancaster Biddy Website. Registration forms and fees will be taken through the coach and paid to the LBBA before the first week of games. Registration fees and release forms from each parent or guardian must be turned in before the first game of the season. If the release forms and fees are not turned in by the first game of the season, that player will be declared ineligible. Please visit www.lancasterbiddy.com for more information and for try-out dates and times. Jr. Biddy Basketball: To be eligible to participate in the Junior Biddy Basketball League, a player must be in the 3rd or 4th grade AND attend the Lancaster City Schools or attend a county school within Fairfield County. 5th and 6th graders may also participate in the Junior Biddy Leagues if they attend the Lancaster City Schools but did not make a Biddy Team, or if they attend a surrounding county school. Home-Schooled Children who are in the 3rd or 4th grade may participate in the Junior Biddy Leagues. 5th and 6th grade home-schooled students who did not make the Biddy Team are also eligible to play in the Junior Biddy Leagues. Registration takes place in the fall and is $50 per player. Registration information will be advertised in local papers, fliers will be distributed to students at the schools, and information will be available on the Lancaster Biddy Website. Registration forms and fees are collected at the Junior Biddy Drafts. Registration fees and release forms from each parent or guardian must be turned in before the first game of the season. If the release forms and fees are not turned in by the first game of the season, that player will be declared ineligible. Please visit www.lancasterbiddy.com for more information and for try-out dates and times. "Upward" Basketball Fairfield Christian Church www.upward.org 740-654-3866, ext. 332 Upward is the world’s largest Christian sports program for children, and was created with a vision to provide the best sports experience possible for every child. Anyone – children and volunteers of any faith or no faith – can participate in Upward sports. Upward aims to bring out "the winner" in every child – regardless of the game’s score. Upward Basketball is offered through Fairfield Christian Church in Lancaster for youth in grades 1 through 8. The 2009 early registration cost is $75. After October 5th the cost is $85. The registration deadline is October 12th. Basketball shorts are $13 and are optional. Admission to all games is FREE! Everyone must attend at least one basketball evaluation which takes place at the Fairfield Christian Church Gymnasium in November. Practices begin the week of Monday, November 30, 2009. First game is January 9, 2010. The awards celebration is on February 27, 2010. You can download the registration form online at www.upward.org. Registration forms and fees may be dropped in the Athletic Outreach Office Drop Box (entrance A at Fairfield Christian Church) anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM. For more information contact Delene McNeal at 740-654-3866, ext. 332 or dmcneal@fairfieldcc.org. BOXING Boxing Lancaster Police Athletic League/Buckeye Hammer House www.buckeyehammerhouse.com 740-654-0969 The Buckeye Hammer House offers amateur boxing lessons for youth ages 9 and up. The class focus is on all aspects of amateur boxing, as well as fitness and nutrition. To register or for more information call The Buckeye Hammer House at 740-654-0969 or email the gym at buckeyehammerhouse@yahoo.com. The Buckeye Hammer House is located at 1700 West Fair Ave in Lancaster. BOWLING Bowling Camp Lancaster Parks and Recreation www.lancasterparks.com 740-687-6651 The Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department offers a Bowling Camp in July for youth ages 6-12. Lessons are 1-hour long, 3-days a week for 3 weeks. Cost is $46 per child and includes a T-Shirt. Lessons take place at Tiki Lanes, located at 1521 Tiki Lane in Lancaster. For registration dates and deadlines visit www.lancasterparks.com. If you need more information call the Parks and Recreation Department at 740-687-6651 or stop by the Parks and Recreation Department at 1507 East Main St. in Lancaster. CHEERLEADING Football Cheerleading Fairfield County Youth Football League www.fcyflohio.org The Fairfield County Youth Football League offers cheerleading opportunities for boys and girls from 3rd through 6th grade. The season runs from August through October. Registration begins in June and the cost is $95.00. All fees must be paid at sign-ups. Financial assistance and payment plans are available. Please visit www.fcyflohio.org for updates, information or to download the registration form. Biddy Basketball and Jr. Biddy Basketball Cheerleading Lancaster Biddy Basketball Association www.lancasterbiddy.com Biddy and Jr. Biddy Cheerleading: Biddy Cheerleading is for 4th, 5th and 6th graders who attend Lancaster City Schools or reside within the Lancaster City School District but are home-schooled. Junior Biddy Cheerleading is for 3rd graders who attend Lancaster City Schools or reside within the Lancaster City School District but are home-schooled. The season begins in the late fall. If you are interested in cheering in the Biddy or Junior Biddy Basketball Leagues or if you have any questions, please contact the LBBA Cheerleading Coordinator, Anna Schmelzer at 654-3320 or email her schmelzer30@columbus.rr.com. "Upward" Basketball Cheerleading Fairfield Christian Church www.upward.org 740-654-3866, ext. 332 Upward is the world’s largest Christian sports program for children, and was created with a vision to provide the best sports experience possible for every child. Anyone – children and volunteers of any faith or no faith – can participate in Upward sports. Upward aims to bring out "the winner" in every child – regardless of the game’s score. Upward Basketball Cheerleading is offered through Fairfield Christian Church in Lancaster for youth in grades 1 through 8. The 2009 early registration cost is $75. After October 5th the cost is $85. The registration deadline is October 12th. Cheerleading mock turtlenecks are optional at a cost of $13. Admission to all games is FREE! Everyone must attend at least one cheerleading orientation which takes place in November. Practices begin the week of Monday, November 30, 2009. First game is January 9, 2010. The awards celebration is on February 27, 2010. You can download the registration form online at www.upward.org. Registration forms and fees may be dropped in the Athletic Outreach Office Drop Box (entrance A at Fairfield Christian Church) anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM. For more information contact Delene McNeal at 740-654-3866, ext. 332 or dmcneal@fairfieldcc.org. Fighting Irish Youth Cheerleading Contact Debbie Klopfer dklopfer@columbus.rr.com Sign up is Sunday, May 1-3 pm at St Mary's Spirit Center. Cost is $60 for girls 1st thru 6th grade (2010 - 2011 school year). Children must attend St Mary or St Bernadette schools. Some exceptions can be made for parishioners of St Mary, St Marks, or St Bernadette and are not a student at one of the Catholic Schools provided they do not live in a school district of another league team. For more information e-mail Debbie Klopfer dklopfer@columbus.rr.com "Upward" Flag Football Cheerleading Fairfield Christian Church www.upward.org 740-654-3866, ext. 332 Upward is the world’s largest Christian sports program for children, and was created with a vision to provide the best sports experience possible for every child. Anyone – children and volunteers of any faith or no faith – can participate in Upward sports. Upward aims to bring out "the winner" in every child – regardless of the game’s score. Upward Flag Football Cheerleading is offered through Fairfield Christian Church in Lancaster for youth in grades 1 through 6. The 2009 early registration cost is $65. After July 3rd the cost is $75. The registration deadline is July 10th. Cheerleading mock turtlenecks are optional at a cost of $13. Admission to all games is FREE! Everyone must attend at least one cheerleading orientation which takes place in July. Practices begin the week of Monday, August 10, 2009. First game is September 12,2009. The awards celebration will be on November 7, 2009. You can download the registration form online at www.upward.org. Registration forms and fees may be dropped in the Athletic Outreach Office Drop Box (entrance A at Fairfield Christian Church) anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM. For more information contact Delene McNeal at 740-654-3866, ext. 332 or dmcneal@fairfieldcc.org. "Cheernastics" Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA offers "Cheernastics" for children ages 5 to 12. Emphasis is on learning arm motions, floor tumbling and cheers/chants. Sessions are anywhere from 6 to 9 weeks long and run continuously throughout the year. For prices or more information call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop by the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. "Cheernastics" Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center www.hockingvalleysports.com 740-653-3547 "Cheernastics" is offered by the Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center for youth ages 6 and up. Classes focus on the development of tumbling skills as well as jumps and conditioning. HVYSC also offers a competitive cheer program called "The Hocking Valley All-Stars." Cheernastic classes include Beginner Tumbling, Intermediate, Advanced and The Hocking Valley All-Stars. Sessions are typically 8 weeks long and run from August through June. The cost per session is $108.00 and there is also a yearly registration fee. For more information on "Cheernastics" call 653-FLIP, email at hvsport@att.net or stop by to the Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center at 810 Slocum St. in Lancaster. FLAG FOOTBALL "Upward" Flag Football Fairfield Christian Church www.upward.org 740-654-3866, ext. 332 Upward is the world’s largest Christian sports program for children, and was created with a vision to provide the best sports experience possible for every child. Anyone – children and volunteers of any faith or no faith – can participate in Upward sports. Upward aims to bring out "the winner" in every child – regardless of the game’s score. Upward Flag Football is offered through Fairfield Christian Church in Lancaster for youth in grades 1 through 6. The 2009 early registration cost is $65. After July 3rd the cost is $75. The registration deadline is July 10th. Cleats are recommended. Everyone must attend at least one flag football evaluation which takes place in July. Practices begin the week of Monday, August 10, 2009. First game is September 12,2009. The awards celebration will be on November 7, 2009. You can download the registration form online at www.upward.org. Registration forms and fees may be dropped in the Athletic Outreach Office Drop Box (entrance A at Fairfield Christian Church) anytime between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM. For more information contact Delene McNeal at 740-654-3866, ext. 332 or dmcneal@fairfieldcc.org. FOOTBALL Football Fairfield County Youth Football League www.fcyflohio.org The Fairfield County Youth Football League is comprised of 8 teams of boys and girls from 3rd through 6th grade with football and cheerleading opportunities for both. The season runs from August through October. Registration begins in June. Fee’s are as follows: One family member - $110.00 Second family member - $80.00 Family max - $250.00 All fees must be paid at sign-ups. Financial assistance and payment plans are available. Please visit www.fcyflohio.org for updates, information or to download the registration form. Registration forms should be mailed to FCYFL, PO Box 246, Lancaster, OH 43130. If you have any additional questions you can email the organization at fcyfl@columbus.rr.com. Fighting Irish Youth Football www.fchsfootball.com Sign ups on Sunday, May 23rd from 1 - 3 PM at the St Mary's Spirit Center. There are three levels: Prep Team - 1st & 2nd grade, Junior Varsity - 3rd & 4th grade, Varsity - 5th & 6th grade. The grade pertains to the 2010-2011 school year as football is a fall sport. Children must attend St Mary or St Bernadette schools. Some exceptions can be made for parishioners of St Mary, St Marks, or St Bernadette and are not a student at one of the Catholic Schools provided they do not live in a school district of another league team. For more information e-mail Chad gauerke at chadgauerke@yahoo.com Cost to register is $60 for the first child and $50 for a second. For more information e-mail Chad gauerke at chadgauerke@yahoo.com GOLF Youth Golf Clinics Lancaster Parks and Recreation www.lancasterparks.com 740-687-6651 Youth Golf Clinics are offered thru the Lancaster Parks & Recreation Department and are given by Golf Professional, Jim Zielinski. Lessons are held in the fall and spring and take place at West Par Driving Range, RT 33, in Lancaster, Ohio. Payment for all classes should be sent to the Lancaster Parks & Recreation, 1507 East Main Street, Lancaster, Ohio, 43130. Jim can provide equipment for all golf lessons. Please contact Jim before making equipment purchases as he can provide helpful and money saving information. Class size is limited to 4-5 students. Ages 4-7, Fee: $45 per student: Golf Professional Jim Zielinski introduces golfers to the swing fundamentals, etiquette, putting, in two, one-hour lessons. Ages 8-11, Fee: $65 per student: Golf Professional Jim Zielinski introduces golfers to the swing fundamentals, etiquette, chipping, putting, in three, one-hour lessons. Ages 12 & Up, Fee: $80 per student: Golf Professional Jim Zielinski covers swing fundamentals, drills to developing a repetitive swing, chipping, putting, and etiquette, in four, one-hour lessons. Each student receives an USGA Rule Book. For more information, contact Lancaster Parks & Recreation at 687-6651, or Jim Zielinski at (614) 863-3135 or email Jim at jzielinski@insight.rr.com for all golf info. Youth Golf Clinics Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The following Golf Lessons are offered through the YMCA and given by Golf Professional Jim Zielinski (614-863-3135, jzielinski@insight.rr.com). Lessons are held in the Fall and Spring. Equipment can be furnished by Jim for all lessons. Please contact Jim before making equipment purchases as he can provide helpful and money saving information. All classes are held outdoors at West Par Driving Range, located on Rt. 33. (directly across the street from the Fairfield Career Center). Class size is limited to 4-5 students. Ages 5-7, Fee: $40 per student: Instructor introduces golfers to fundamentals, putting and etiquette, in two one-hour small group lessons. Ages 8-11 , Fee: $60 per student: Instructor covers golf basics, swing development and repetition, chipping and putting, in three, one-hour group lessons. Ages 12 & up, Fee: $75 per student: Instructor covers golf fundamentals, drills for developing a repetitive swing, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, in four, one-hour group lessons. Each student receives a USGA Rule Book. For more information call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop in to the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. Youth Golf Clinics Valley View Golf Club www.golfvalleyview.com 740-687-1112 Valley View Golf Club offers Golf Clinics for youth in the summer. For more information contact Valley View Golf Club at 740-687-1112 or visit www.golfvalleyview.com GYMNASTICS Gymnastics Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA offers Gymnastics programs for children ages 22 months to 12 years of age. Sessions are anywhere from 6 to 9 weeks long and run continuously throughout the year. Gymnastics classes include: Tumble Bears and Dancing Bears: This class is designed for children 22 months to 3 ½ years of age and their parent/guardian. Tumble Tots: For children ages 3 ½ to 5 years old Tumble Juniors: For children ages 4 to 5 years old who have successfully completed the Tumble Tots class. Rollers, Swingers and Kippers: For children ages 5 to 12 years old. These three classes are beginner, intermediate and advanced level classes divided respectfully by age and ability. Gymnasts must successfully complete each level before moving on to the next level. For more information call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop in to the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. Gymnastics Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center 740-653-3547 Gymnastics programs are offered by the Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center for children as young as one (if they are able to walk) and up. "Funtastics Gymnastics" is for boys and girls in Kindergarten or younger. These classes include: Tumble Cubs: For children from walking to age 3 or 4 and a parent. Tumble Bears: For 3 and 4 year old children without a parent. Bouncing Bears: For 4 and 5 year old children, or one year before Kindergarten. Kinder Bears: For children from 5 to 6 years old, or enrolled in Kindergarten. "Startastics Gymnastics" is for boys and girls who are in 1st Grade or older. These classes include: Tumblers: Separated by age and gender, these classes take students with little or no experience and give them a firm foundation in the sport. Students stay in this class until they are ready for the High Flyers class. High Flyers: Separated by age and gender, these classes are for intermediate students. Skills worked on are a continuation of skills learned in the Tumblers class. Classes are 1 hour and 15 minutes. Gym Troupe: Gym Troupe is a performance group which uses gymnastics and dance skills along with music. Gym Troupe I is for 1st Grade and up. A Backhandspring is required for Gym Troupe II. Ultimate Athlete: This is a gymnastics based class for junior and senior high school age boys and girls who want to be better at any sport, whether it be soccer, skate-boarding or football! Gymnastics is used to develop kinesthetic awareness, strength and coordination. Sessions are typically 8 weeks long and run continuously from August through June. The cost per session is $108.00 for a 45 minute or 1 hour class. 1 hour and 15 minute classes cost $135.00. There is also a yearly registration fee. For more information on "Funtastics or Startastics" call 653-FLIP, email at hvsport@att.net or stop in to the Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center at 810 Slocum St. in Lancaster. **The Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center also offers Open Gym Nights EVERY Friday night from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM for youth ages 6 and up. On the first Friday of the month children from walking to age 5 are also invited to Preschool Open Gym Night from 7:00-9:00 (parents of preschoolers need to stay in the building). Current students cost $6.00 and all others are $10.00. For more information on Friday Open Gym Night call 653-FLIP, email at hvsport@att.net or stop in to the Hocking Valley Youth Sport Center at 810 Slocum St. in Lancaster. HORSEBACK RIDING Horseback Riding Owl's Acre Riding Academy www.owlsacremontessori.com 740-687-5570 or 740-687-1635 Owl’s Acre Riding Academy offers every person the physical, emotional and mental rewards of properly communicating and bonding with a horse. Among the physical benefits are flexibility, balance and muscle strength, while the emotional benefits include confidence, patience, and self-esteem. The mission of Owl’s Acre Riding Academy is to see the ability in each person and help them see it in themselves. They provide a nurturing atmosphere with a respectful, caring and well-trained staff. Equine programs are offered for children, youth and adults with all types of abilities, or disabilities in a safe, controlled environment. Programs are designed to accommodate riders of all age ranges, with a strong focus on the beginner and novice level rider. Owls Acre Riding Academy offers group, semi-private or private riding lessons in both English and Western riding styles, as well as Horse Training programs. Clinics in Natural Horsemanship are available from beginner to advanced. Therapeutic Programs are also available for children or adults with mental, emotional or physical disabilities. Programs and field trip opportunities are available for schools, church groups, boy and girl scouts, etc. Owl’s Acre Riding Academy also offers equine themed birthday parties and special events. Certified Programs Include: Balanced Seat Riding, Western Pleasure, Dressage, Combined Training, Therapeutic Riding, General Horse Care. Summer Day Camps include: Riding lessons, Ground lessons on grooming, Stable chores Horse psychology & anatomy, and Care of tack For more information contact the Owl’s Acre Riding Academy at 740-687-5570 or 740-687-1635, or email owlsacremontessori@hotmail.com. Owl’s Acre Riding Academy is located at 2165 Lancaster-Newark Road in Lancaster, Ohio. ICE SKATING Ice Skating, Ice Hockey and Figure Skating Chiller Ice Rinks www.thechiller.com Chiller Ice Rinks offer year-round opportunities for youth ages 3 and up to take part in classes, camps and clinics in basic ice skating, figure skating, ice hockey and speed skating or even to play competitive ice hockey! Public skating is also available. For more information about classes offered or to register by phone, call: Chiller Dublin - 614-764-1000 Chiller Easton - 614-475-7575 Dispatch Ice Haus - 614-246-3380 Chiller North - 740-549-0009 KARATE Karate Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org www.lancasterkarateclub.org 740-654-0616 Lancaster Karate Club hosted at the The Fox Family YMCA offers all levels of Karate, from white belt to all degree’s of black belt, for youth ages 8 and up. Classes meet twice a week. For more information call 654-0616, visit one of these websites: www.ymcalancaster.org OR www.lancasterkarateclub.org. OR stop in to the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. Karate Lancaster Police Athletic League/Buckeye Hammer House www.buckeyehammerhouse.com 740-654-0969 The Buckeye Hammer House offers Karate for youth ages 9 and up. Classes meet twice a week. To register or for more information call The Buckeye Hammer House at 740-654-0969 or email the gym at buckeyehammerhouse@yahoo.com. The Buckeye Hammer House is located at 1700 West Fair Ave in Lancaster. SCUBA DIVING SCUBA Diving Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA offers SCUBA lessons for anyone 12 years and older. PDIC certification is valid worldwide. The five-week course is offered on Monday evenings from 6:00 – 10:00 PM. For more information call the YMCA at 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop in to the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. You may also contact Scuba instructor Marvin Wilson at (740) 474-4768 or his cell at (740)-412-7466 for more details. SOAP BOX DEBY Lancaster Soap Box Derby www.lancastersoapboxderby.com 740-687-4806 (Derby Director, Brian Hunt) The Lancaster Soap Box Derby is dedicated to teaching the youth of South East Ohio how to become a better, more imaginative, self confident team player, which will prepare them for the future. By working together with their family, friends, and peers in the building and competing of the Soap Box Derby Race Car, today’s youth will learn the power of teamwork, the pride of sportsmanship, and the lessons for life skills. What you need to do to get started: 1) You need to be at least 8 years old. 2) You must have a parent or guardian to work with you on your car (this is a family sport). 3) Contact Brian Hunt (740-687-4806) or Andy Dum (740-689-9588) so they can get you signed up and get all your paperwork to you, like rules, regulations, order form for your car, etc. 4) You’ll need to get yourself a sponsor. You can have more than one sponsor, there is no limit. You need a sponsor for race day which is $ 75.00, and you need a car sponsor (these are usually the same sponsor). Your car sponsor helps you fund your car. Which, depending on which division you will be racing in (stock, super stock, or master) will depend on the price of your car. 5) Please call or email Brian Hunt or Andy Dum with any questions you may have. The track is located at 3060 BIS Rd. in Lancaster. For additional information please visit the Lancaster Soap Box Derby website at www.lancastersoapboxderby.com or contact the gentlemen at the phone numbers listed above. SOCCER "Everyone Plays" Soccer Lancaster Parks and Recreation www.lancasterparks.com 740-687-6651 "Everyone Plays" Soccer is offered through the Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department for boys and girls ages 4 through 14. Games are held at the soccer fields on East Main St. in Lancaster. The cost is $25.00 for Lancaster Residents and $30.00 for Non-Residents. Divisions include: U6 Boys/U6 Girls, U8 Boys/U8 Girls, U10 Boys/U10 Girls, U12 Co-Ed, and U14 Co-Ed Spring 2010 Registration Deadline: January 29, 2010 at 4:00 PM (it‘s always the last Friday in January). Spring 2010 Soccer Start Date: TBA Fall 2010 Registration Deadline: June 25, 2010 at 4:00 PM (it’s always on the last Friday in June). Fall 2010 Soccer Start Date: TBA Stop by the Parks and Recreation Department at 1507 East Main St. to pick up and turn in your registration forms. You can also download forms at www.lancasterparks.com. If you need more information please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 740-687-6651. Challenger British Soccer Camp Lancaster Parks and Recreation www.lancasterparks.com 740-687-6651 British Soccer Camps provide young players with the rare opportunity to receive high-level soccer coaching from a team of international experts right in the heart of their own community. Each British Soccer Camp provides players of all ages and abilities the appropriate program and level of curriculum and a wonderful cultural and educational camp experience! Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a daily tournament. Equally important, the Challenger coaching staff provides your child with lessons in self-discipline, good sportsmanship and respect for others and for the game. Campers will enjoy a daily program of instruction, break activities and an end of camp graduation party! The Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department offers the "Challenger British Soccer Camp" for 6 to 16 year olds for one week in July. The half-day camps are 3 hours a day for 5 days. The camp is $94.00 per child. Also included at NO additional cost is: A Free British Soccer Ball A Free British Soccer camp shirt A Free giant fold out soccer poster A personal skills evaluation Plus, sign up on line 45 days or more prior to camp and get an awesome British Soccer Game Jersey (value $39) for FREE! For registration dates and deadlines visit www.lancasterparks.com. If you need more information call the Parks and Recreation Department at 740-687-6651 or stop by the Parks and Recreation Department at 1507 East Main St. in Lancaster. "PeeWee" Soccer Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA offers a "Pee Wee" Soccer program designed to provide boys and girls ages 3-6 with a positive introduction to the sport. The goal of each class is to instill character building values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility into each participant. Players in the "Pee Wee" program will learn the basics in dribbling, passing and shooting during a non-competitive class session. All classes will be held on Saturday. The first session typically begins in late fall (Oct.) with another session following in the winter (Jan). For more information, registration dates and fees please call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop by the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. SOFTBALL Girls Softball Lancaster Girls Softball Association www.leaguelineup.com/lgsa 740-689-1210 With a total of 62 teams and close to 850 players, the Lancaster Girls Softball Association is a LARGE operation. Girls (and T-ball boys) from the age of 4 through 19 can participate in the LGSA. The League is open to players from Fairfield and surrounding counties. The LGSA consists of the following number of teams at each age group: 6U T-Ball - 6 teams (Boys and Girls, see "T-Ball") 8U Coach Pitch - 11 teams 10U Fast Pitch - 15 teams 12U Fast Pitch - 13 teams 14U Fast Pitch - 10 teams 18U Fast Pitch - 7 teams Registration for Softball for the 2010 season is during the month of February on each Wednesday from 6-8 PM and Sunday’s from 10-4 PM. Registration takes place at the Old Wilson Building at 201 S. Broad St on the 3rd floor in room 318. The season begins April 25th, 2010 and ends at the end of June. The cost to play is $45.00 if you choose to participate in the fundraiser. If you choose NOT to participate in the fundraiser, the cost is $65.00. This fee covers the cost of a visor, shirt, shorts, and socks for your child and helps to cover the cost of umpires and equipment. You will need to provide your child with shoes and a glove. If you need more information visit the LGSA website at www.leaguelineup.com/lgsa or you can call 740-243-4993 or 740-243-2121. You can also send an email to lgsa2000@sbcglobal.net. SWIMMING LESSONS Swimming Lessons Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA offers swimming lessons year-round for children ages 6 month to adult. Classes meet in the Fox Pool and are held once a week. Swimming programs are as follows: SKIPS: Parent/Child Swim: Skips is a water program for ages 6 months to 3 ½ years. It introduces water awareness and safety in a fun atmosphere. A parent must participate. Preschool Swim: Preschool swim classes are for children ages 3 ½ to 5 years old. Beginning water adjustment and swimming skills are introduced. Parent does not participate, but must stay and watch from pool observation room. No swimming skills are needed to participate. School Age Swim: Youth ages 6-13 are taught personal safety and growth, stroke development, water sports and games. Children are divided by skill level during the first class. Home School Progressive Swim: This class is used as physical education for home schooled children. Youth ages 6-13 are taught personal safety and growth, stroke development, water sports and games. Children are divided by skill level during the first class. Special Populations Swim: This program is designed for those with physical and or mental impairments to provide them the opportunity to participate in a swim program designed for their personal needs. Pool skills will cover water adjustments, safety and stroke development. The class will also help those individuals who are water adjusted and ready to learn additional strokes and skills work on distance/endurance swimming. The ultimate goal is helping individuals with Special Olympics competition. Adult/Teen Swim Lessons: Adults and Teenagers will learn basic strokes and/or develop stroke efficiency. Lessons by appointment and need 2 or more to run the class. Private Lessons: Available for both adults and children, each 30-minute session will provide skills to accomplish what students are trying to learn. A great opportunity for swimmers who need to improve their stroke technique. To schedule private lessons, contact Stacy McQueary at 654-0616, ext. 239 for specific day & time. For more information call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop by the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. Swimming Lessons American Red Cross of Fairfield County www.fairfieldcountyohio.redcross.org 740-687-5585 Lancaster Parks and Recreation www.lancasterparks.com 740-687-6651 The American Red Cross offers summer swimming lessons in partnership with the Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department. Registration takes place on June 30th at 5pm and is a one-day sign up only. Sign up at the Red Cross Office - 121 W. Mulberry St., Lancaster. Sign ups are on a first come first serve basis. Lessons are July 5th - 15th OR July 26th - August 5th. Camp is $30. Lessons will take place at Miller pool. For more information regarding registration, lesson dates and fees please call the American Red Cross of Fairfield County at 740-687-5585. Swimming Lessons Valley View Pool www.valleyviewpool.com 740-654-9275 (after May 1st) Valley View Pool offers swimming lessons in two week sessions during the summer, with Session One beginning in June and Session Two beginning in July. The cost of lessons is $55 for members and $70 for non-members. Valley View Pool is located at the Valley View Golf Course in Lancaster, Ohio, at 1410 George Road. The pool is a cooperative and is owned by the members, but you do not need to be a member to take lessons at the pool. Visit www.valleyviewpool.com to download the membership application. SWIM TEAMS Lancaster Y "Stingrays" Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA is home to the Lancaster Y Stingrays, a competitive swimming program for children 6-18. All participants must be Family Y members and compete in the Southeast Ohio/West Virginia YMCA Cluster. All new and returning members and parents of the team are required to attend a Fall organization meeting at the Y. Parents are able to register their swimmers for the season at this meeting for a cost of $25.00 per swimmer. It is in your best interest to make every effort to attend this meeting if you plan on participating on the Y swim team. Monthly fees range from $43.00 to $59.00 depending of the swimmers level. Fall conditioning begins in September, with swim meets beginning in October and running through March. For more information call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop in to the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. Valley View "Gators" Valley View Pool www.valleyviewpool.com 740-654-9275 (after May 1st) Valley View Pool is home to the Gators Swim Team, a competitive summer swimming program for youth ages 4 (must be able to swim across the pool) through 18. The season runs from the first week that school is out to mid-July. Swim meets are held on Wednesday nights. Parents are required to volunteer at home swim meets. Registration, family meetings and practices start at the beginning of June. The cost is $55.00 for members and $105.00 for non-members. Visit www.valleyviewpool.com for more information or to download the membership application. Valley View Pool is located at the Valley View Golf Course in Lancaster, Ohio, at 1410 George Road. SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING Synchronized Swimming Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA offers synchronized swimming lessons for youth of all ages and skill levels. Beginner Synchro: Introduces swimmers to Synchronized Swimming. The skills taught in this class will be repeated each session, with the goal of helping new synchro swimmers move up to Intermediate Synchro. This class meets once a week and is open to swimmers ages 4 and up who are comfortable swimming in the deep end. Intermediate Synchro: For swimmers who have mastered basic Synchronized Swimming skills, and are ready to learn a routine for the end of the year show. This class meets twice weekly. Synchronized Swimming competition at the Novice level will also be available to Intermediate swimmers who are interested. Advanced Synchro: For swimmers who have mastered Novice level competition and are ready to move on in competition. Admission to Advanced Synchro is based on figure scores from the previous year or coach decision. Open Synchro: Open synchro times are subject to cancellation, please check with the coach. Open synchro is for people that are already signed up for synchro class at the Y and want or need a little more work. Please pay at the Welcome Center and check in with the coach when you arrive. For more information call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop in to the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. Lancaster "Synchro Rays" Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org www.synchrorays.webs.com 740-654-0616 The Lancaster Synchro Rays is a Synchronized Swimming Club based at the Fox Family YMCA in Lancaster, Ohio. The team's biggest goal is to provide a safe, fun, and supportive experience for our synchronized swimmers. Classes are open to any swimmer who is interested in learning the sport of synchronized swimming. All ages and skill levels from beginner to advanced, Kindergarteners to Senior Citizens may participate. Swimmers involved in synchronized swimming at the Y have the option to participate in the yearly show which happens the Saturday before Mother's Day. Once basic skills have been mastered, swimmers can become involved in competition. Participation at competition levels requires 2-3 days a week of practice for children 12 and under, and 3-4 days a week for swimmers 13 and over. For more information call the YMCA at 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop in to the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. You may also visit the Synchro Rays website at www.synchrorays.webs.com or contact head coach, Anna Farmer at Anna farmer@verizon.net for more information. T-BALL T-Ball Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA offers T-Ball for boys and girls ages 4-6. Games take place in June and July . For more information, registration dates and fees please call 654-0616, visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org or stop by the YMCA located at 465 West Sixth Ave in Lancaster. T-Ball Lancaster Girls Softball Association www.leaguelineup.com/lgsa 740-689-1210 The LGSA offers T-Ball for boys and girls ages 4-6. The season begins April 25th, 2010 and ends at the end of June. Registration for T-Ball for the 2010 season is during the month of February on each Wednesday from 6-8 PM and Sunday from 10-4 PM. Registration takes place at the Old Wilson Building at 201 S. Broad St on the 3rd floor in room 318. If you need more information visit the LGSA website at www.leaguelineup.com/lgsa or you can call 740-243-4993 or 740-243-2121. You can also send an email to lgsa2000@sbcglobal.net. TENNIS "Tennis in the Parks" Tennis Camp Lancaster Parks and Recreation www.lancasterparks.com 740-687-6651 The Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department offers a tennis camp for youth ages 5 to 16. Registration takes place in May and lessons begin in June. Each child receives a T-shirt. Age divisions and prices are as follows: Level 1 (ages 5-8): Lancaster Residents $30, Non-Residents $35 Level 2 (ages 9-14): Lancaster Residents $35, Non-Residents $40 Beginner/Intermediate (ages 11-16): Lancaster Residents $40, Non-Residents $45 Junior Development: Lancaster Residents $60, Non-Residents $65 Stop by the Parks and Recreation Department at 1507 East Main St. to pick up and turn in your registration forms. You can also download forms at www.lancasterparks.com. If you need more information call the Parks and Recreation Department at 740-687-6651. Tennis Clinics Fox Family YMCA www.ymcalancaster.org 740-654-0616 The Fox Family YMCA will be offering indoor tennis clinics for youth ages 5-18 beginning in January 2010 at the new "RecPlex" facility, located in the old Fairfield Athletic Club at 1180 E. Locust St. Lancaster. Clinics and prices include: Junior Tennis Clinic (ages 5-8): $65 for a 6-week session Middle School Clinic (grades 4-8): $65 for a 6-week session Hi-Performance Clinic (those who currently play on a high school team or are a USTA tournament player): $85 for a 6-week session. For more information email Jacquie Moku at recplextennis@ymcalancaster.org or call 654-0616 or visit the website at www.ymcalancaster.org. WRESTLING Youth Wrestling Lancaster Youth Wrestling www.leaguelineup.com/seoywl 740-681-2771 (Coach Sean Gunther) Wrestling is offered for grade school age children who live in Lancaster. Sign ups for 2009 take place November 1, 4, 8 and 11 from 6;30 to 7:30 at 345 East Mulberry (Stanbery Wrestling Room). The cost to play is $55.00 per wrestler or $110.00 per family. Practices begin November 17th. Wrestlers practice 2 times per week. Visit www.leaguelineup.com/seoywl to download the registration form. For more information contact Coach Sean Gunther at 740-681-2771 or email him at sgunther0401@hotmail.com. "Open Mats" Lancaster Youth Wrestling www.leaguelineup.com/seoywl 740-681-2771 (Coach Sean Gunther) Lancaster Youth Wrestling offers "Open Mats" in the summer! Any Lancaster youth that are interested may show up Sunday and Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8:00pm. Any Non-Lancaster wrestler may come to the Wednesday night open mats. Lancaster Youth Wrestling also offers a "Novice Summer Club" for any child interested in learning about wrestling. This is ONLY for Lancaster kids going into K-6th grade. Please contact Coach Gunther for more information. For more information visit www.leaguelineup.com/seoywl or contact Coach Sean Gunther at 740-681-2771 or email him at sgunther0401@hotmail.com. |
ARCHERY "Alley Archers" Lancaster Parks and Recreation www.lancasterparks.com 740-687-6651 "Alley Archers" is a brand new program offered through the Lancaster Parks and Recreation Department for children ages 9 and up. This program is held at Alley Park and teaches the fundamentals of shooting a Bow and Arrow, Archery Range Safety Guidelines and is led by certified instructors. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. 2010 Spring classes, registration and dates are as follows: Beginner Class (9-14 years): Registration Fee: $40.00 Lancaster Resident Discount Fee: $35.00 Classes are held on Wednesdays, April 14 - May 5 from 5:30 PM-7:00 PM and Saturday May 8 or 15 (Class Decision) Intermediate Class (9-14 years): Registration Fee: $30.00 Lancaster Resident Discount Fee: $25.00 Classes are held June 8, 9 & 15, 16 from 5:30 PM-7:00 PM Parent/Child Beginner Class (children 9 & up): Registration Fee: $20.00 Lancaster Resident Discount Fee: $15.00 (Price is per person) Classes are held Saturday May 8 & 15 from 9:30 AM-11:30 AM Call the Alley Park Nature Education Center at 681-5025 or email at alleyparkoe@yahoo.com for more information. |
Little League Baseball Fairfield County Youth Baseball Association www.fcybaseball.org 740-215-2624 The Fairfield County Youth Baseball Association provides recreational baseball in a safe and educational environment for all boys and girls of Fairfield and surrounding counties from 5 to 18 years of age. 2010 registration takes place Saturday, February 6th, 13th, and 20th from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM and Wednesday, February 17th from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. League divisions and registration fees are as follows: Peanut League - ages 5-8 (coach-pitch), registration fee is $50.00 Minor League - ages 9-10, registration fee is $50.00 Major League - ages 11-12, registration fee is $50.00 Pony League - ages 13-15, registration fee is $70.00 Colt League - ages 15-18, registration fee is $90.00 For more information please visit www.fcybaseball.org or call 740-215-2624. Little League Baseball Lancaster Youth Baseball Association www.lancasteryba.org The Lancaster Youth Baseball Association is a new league as of 2010. The Association was founded upon the principles of ethical decision making and attention to learning the fundamentals of baseball; all while learning sportsmanship in winning and losing, while maintaining the integrity of the game. The league is for Lancaster City School children ages 5 to 18 years of age. Home games are played in Lancaster and away games are played in Sugar Grove and Carroll. League divisions and registration fees are as follows: T-Ball/Coach Pitch - ages 5-7, registration fee is $50.00 Minor League - ages 8-10, registration fee is $50.00 Major League - ages 11-13, registration fee is $50.00 Pony League - ages 13-15, registration fee is $70.00 Colt League - ages 16-18, registration fee is $70.00 Sign up and registration takes place every Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Sunday 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM in January (2nd-31st) at the River Valley Mall Entrance B. Bring proof of address, school of attendance and birth certificate (No Photo Copies). Weekday Registration throughout January at 1334 Sheridan Suite 4 (Downstairs) Lancaster, OH 43130. For Questions Call (740) 687-9345. Please specify it is a baseball related call. |
Little League Baseball Kiwanis League See Flyer or contact Jeff Wagner for more info (740) 503-2779 This league is completely sponsored and paid for by the Kiwanis Club of Lancaster. All fees, uniforms and associated costs are covered by the organization. The only requirement of the player is to provide his/her own glove and shoes, and to have fun. Any child interested in playing baseball, between the ages of 9-12 (must not turn 13 before May 1st) may participate (eight year olds will be considered, space permitting). Sign-ups for the Kiwanis Little League will be held on Tuesday, March 30 and Wednesday, March 31st from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at two locations: Kumler Automotive located at 2313 E. Main Street, and Tallmadge Elementary located at 611 Lewis Ave. A parent/guardian must be present to complete the registration form. Games will be played during the months of May and June on the baseball diamonds at Tallmadge Elementary. |
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Fairfield Union Youth Soccer Association • Bremen, OH 43107 Phone: 740-974-8863 EMail: fusasoccer@gmail.com "Everyone Plays" Soccer is offered for boys and girls ages 4 through 14. Divisions include: U6 Boys/U6 Girls, U8 Boys/U8 Girls, U10 Boys/U10 Girls, U12 Co-Ed, and U14 Co-Ed |