Summer 2011 Junior Tennis Program at Almaden Country Club

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Almaden Country Club - Tennis ClassesNancy Ghantous Tennis is holding Junior Tennis Camp and Classes for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players this Summer. The program provides a positive and fun learning experience. Kids learn fundamentals and skills that last a lifetime.

The program is directed by USPTA / USPTR Tennis Professionals, Nancy Ghantous and a team of coaches. The program begins the week of June 6, 2011 and ends on August 12, 2011. You can sign-up your child for one or multiple weeks.

The program includes the following options:

Quick Start
Players are introduced to the game of tennis and develop eye-hand coordination. The equipment and courts are tailored to a child’s size and age so they develop their skills, learn rally, and have fun right from the start. For kids ages 6-10. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 9-10am. Price is $15 for 1 hour.

Strikers
This beginner-level program focuses on stroke refinement, and singles and doubles strategy and tactics in match play situation. For kids ages 6 and older. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 4-5pm. Price is $15 for 1 hour.

Smashers
This intermediate-level program focuses on stroke development, and tactics and match play. For kids ages 8 and older. Classes are held Monday-Wednesday, 5-6pm. Price is $15 for 1 hour.

Aces
This advanced-level program focuses on singles and doubles strategy and tactics, match play, and overall development as a tournament player. For kids ages 12 and older. Classes are held Monday-Wednesday, 6-7:30pm. Price is $20 for 1.5 hours.

Specialty Shots
This is an advanced-level program. For kids ages 12 and older. Classes are held on Friday, 5-6:30pm. Price is $20 for 1.5 hours.

Tennis Camp
Tennis camp for beginner and intermediate players. Classes are held Monday-Friday, 9-11am. Price is $35 for 2 hours.

The Junior Tennis Program is at the Almaden Country Club. View the flier and sign-up form. For more information contact Nancy Ghantous at 408-644-6641 or ghantous_nancy@hotmail.com.

Summer 2011 Swim Lessons at Almaden Swim & Racquet Club

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logo: Almaden Swim & Racquet ClubAlmaden Swim & Racquet Club is offering group (4:1) and private (1:1) swim lessons during the Summer of 2011.

Lessons are available for members and non-members. Lessons are designed to make your child water safe and swim team ready. Lessons are available for swimmers ages 4 and older.

The instructor’s goal is to find your child’s strengths in swimming and work with them to enhance it. Determine your child’s level based on their ability.

Groups lessons start June 6, 2011 and are held Monday through Thursday for two weeks, with morning and afternoon sessions available. Lessons are 30 minutes. The group lesson price is $95 for members and $155 for non-members. You can register online.

Private lessons are available by appointment only starting May 1, 2011 (weekends only) and June 6, 2011 (7 days a week). Private lessons are $25 per half hour for members and $35 for non-members. You can add additional students for $10 (member) $15 (non-member) per half hour. Students must be of the same relative age and ability. To schedule an appointment email Eric at: asrcswimlessons@earthlink.net.

Register for Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s 2011 Fall Recreational Program

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logo: Almaden Valley Youth Soccer LeagueRegistration for Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s 2011 Fall Recreational Program is open May 1, 2011 through July 15, 2011. Register by June 5, 2011 to lock in the early bird rate!

AVYSL is offering the following three Fall Recreational Programs based on the player’s age:

U5 Kicker’s Club: For players born between August 1, 2006 and July 31, 2007. Players will be assigned to a team and will meet on Saturdays or Sundays. These weekend sessions will begin with clinics run by professional trainers utilizing fun activities and games to teach skills to the children. The sessions will end with 3v3 scrimmages between teams. There are no weekday practices or games.

U6 – U12 Fall Recreation: For players born between August 1, 1999 and July 31, 2006. Multiple teams will be formed in each age group. U6, U7, and U8 teams will practice once a week. U10 and U12 teams will practice twice a week. Games will be played between teams on Saturdays and on Sundays. Practices and games are held at local schools and parks.

U14 and U16 Fall Recreation Play Through: For players born between August 1, 1995 and July 31, 1999. A small number of teams will be formed in these age groups. These teams will play against each other and against teams from other leagues in the South Bay. Teams will practice twice a week at a local Almaden location. Some games will be played at other league locations. The number of teams formed will be based on the number of players who register and the number of coaches who volunteer.

The price to register is $130 for U5 players, and $185 for U6-U16 players. No paperwork is required at the time of registration. A $25 fee will be charged for late registrations after June 5, 2011.

Practices start mid August, 2011. The first game of the season is August 27, 2011, and the last game is late October, 2011 / early November, 2011.

Visit the Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League (AVYSL) website for more information about the 2011 Fall Recreational Program. You can register online.

If you have any questions about the 2011 Fall Recreation Program, please contact Norbert Schmied n_schmied@yahoo.com. If you have questions about the registration process, please contact the Recreation Registrar at recregistrar@almadensoccer.org.

South Bay Community Tennis Association’s After School Tennis Club in Almaden Valley

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Logo: South Bay Community Tennis AssociationSouth Bay Community Tennis Association is holding an After School Tennis Club for kids in 3rd through 5th grade.

The program follows the new United States Tennis Association Quick Start format with age and skill appropriate balls, racquets, and court size.

This format has revolutionized the way Tennis is introduced to new players. By using the new progression tennis balls the game is slowed down and the ball is easier to control.

The mini portable nets and shortened court allow smaller players to play on a court more suitable for their size and speed. With little or no coaching a young player can develop the skills to rally the ball in minutes.

The program is on the blacktop at Williams Elementary School in Almaden Valley. The lessons are held on Thursday, April 7, 21, 28 and May 5, 12, 19, 2011 from 3:10-4:00pm.

The price is $84 per player, which includes a new racquet. If your child already has a racquet, the price is $72. The deadline to sign up is Thursday, March 31, 2011. You can register online.

If you have any questions, contact Sharon Lamond at 408-712-7361 or sharon@southbaycta.org.

View the flier for more information.

Join the New USA Swimming Club in Almaden Valley: Tempo Aquatics

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logo: USA SwimmingAlmaden Valley has a new swimming club called Tempo Aquatics that is registered with USA Swimming.

The club offers year-round professional coaching and technique instruction for swimmers 6-18 years of age.

The program helps swimmers improve in many areas of the sport using multiple modes of feedback, physical conditioning, peer review, and competition. It’s lots of fun too!

The club was founded by Head Coach Patti Rothwell. Patti was formerly Head Age Group Coach at Almaden Swim & Racquet Club.

Practices are held at Castillero Middle School in Almaden Valley on Monday through Thursday from 4:15 – 6:00pm.

If you would like to find out if Tempo Aquatics is the right team for you, then go to the pool on a Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday and try it out!

USA Swimming is the National Governing Body for the sport of swimming in the United States. The organization promotes the culture of swimming by creating opportunities for swimmers and coaches of all backgrounds to participate and advance in the sport through clubs, events, and education.

South Bay Tennis Academy’s Spring 2011 Junior Recreation Tennis Classes in Almaden

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logo: South Bay Tennis AcademySouth Bay Tennis Academy is holding junior recreational tennis classes in Almaden Valley. Classes include Mini Tennis (ages 4-7), Rallyball I (ages 8-12), and Rallyball II (ages 8-14).

Using the new quick start format, which uses a games-based approach, players will be able to quickly learn the fundamentals of the game and rally in a fun, social environment.

Mini Tennis offers an introductory program for young athletes. The class focuses on fundamental ball skills, movement, and coordination exercises. You will also learn tennis drills you can do with your child.

Ralleyball I is beginner-friendly while engaging young children to learn basic skills and have fun with their friends. The format includes practice and match time.

Ralleyball II teaches players basic tennis skills necessary to “rally” the ball. Match play time is also used to apply the skills that have been learned to a game setting. (Previous Ralleyball experience is required.)

South Bay Tennis Academy’s classes will be held at Castillero Middle School in Almaden Valley. Classes are every Saturday, April 9, 2011 through June 11, 2011. Mini Tennis is from 9:00am – 9:45am. Ralleyball I is from 10:00am – 11:00am. Ralleyball II is from 11:05am – 12:05pm.

The price is $114. Register online or call Almaden Community Center at 408-268-1133.

For more information, contact Todd Dissly, Director, at 408-746-3685 or info@southbaytennis.net.

Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League’s Spring 2011 Soccer Camp

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logo: Almaden Valley Youth Soccer LeagueAlmaden Valley Youth Soccer League and UK International Soccer are holding Spring Soccer Camps for players born between 8/1/1996 and 7/31/2005.

All camp sessions are based on individual attention to ball skills, as well as fun games to put those skills into practice and develop teamwork. The camp helps to develop confidence and individual creativity on the field, in a fun and positive learning environment for players.

You can sign up for half-day or full-day camp. The half-day option is from 9am-12pm, and costs $130 per player. The full-day camp is from 9am-3:30pm, and costs $200 per player.

Spring Soccer Camp is April 11 through April 15, 2011. The camp will be held in Almaden Valley at a location to be announced.

You can register online now.

Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League Partners with Extreme Fitness & Sports

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logo: Almaden Valley Youth Soccer LeagueAlmaden Valley Youth Soccer League (AVYSL) has partnered with Extreme Fitness & Sports (EFS).

Under this new partnership, EFS has graciously agreed to provide AVYSL with a combination of training services, programs, and cash donations.

During Spring and Summer, EFS will be providing Speed, Agility & Quickness (SAQ) training sessions for AVYSL players in the league’s new Almaden Futbol Club. Players on AVYSL Comp and Select teams will get access to a mobile version of the EFS Training System.

EFS will also be donating 10% of every dollar back to the league for each AVYSL player who signs up for an EFS program at its training center. Funds donated by EFS will be used to help maintain fields and purchase more equipment for the league.

Players who take a program at the EFS facility receive more individualized and focused training, performance testing and re-testing, and use of state-of-the-art sports training machines and equipment.

logo: Extreme Fitness & SportsEFS training programs and services have pioneered a new generation of sports and fitness training – with thousands trained and proven results.

The EFS System has better equipped thousands of athletes for their chosen sport. The EFS System, combined with EFS Active Intervention Instruction, have been proven effective thousands of times over at enhancing an athlete’s physical performance and self-confidence. Hundreds of players who have trained at EFS have gone on to play at the collegiate and professional levels.

EFS was founded in 1996 by Chris Morton, Strength & Conditioning Expert. Chris grew up in Almaden Valley where he graduated from Castillero Middle School in 1986 and Leland High School in 1990. Chris’ son now plays in the Almaden Valley Youth Soccer League.

Register for 2011 Almaden Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading

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logo: Almaden Pop WarnerRegistration for 2011 Almaden Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading is now open. Almaden Pop Warner Cheer is for girls and boys ages 5-15, and football is for girls and boys ages 5-14.

Save $50 by taking advantage of the early bird registration offer. If you register by March 15, 2011, the registration fee for football is only $340 and cheer is only $200. Registration fees go up to $390 for football and $250 for cheer after March 15. You can register your child online.

Cheer requires an additional $255 uniform fee that includes the skirt, shell, liner, shoes, socks, pms, briefs, and bow. Football requires an additional $250 equipment deposit for helmet and pads.

Almaden Pop Warner Cheer will also be holding in-person registration on the following dates:

  • Saturday, March 26, 2011 from 12pm – 3pm at The Little Gym in Princeton Plaza
  • Saturday, April 30, 2011 10am – 2pm at Safeway in Almaden Plaza
  • Saturday, May 14, 2011 10am – 2pm at Safeway in Almaden Plaza

Almaden Pop Warner Football and Cheerleading programs are associated with Almaden Valley Youth Athletic Association (AVYAA), which is a 25-year old non-profit organization.

AVYAA’s mission is to provide dynamic, diverse athletic programs that equip children with character and athletic skills, and prepare them for a positive and productive future.

Last Chance to Register for Almaden Little League’s 2011 Baseball Season

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logo: Almaden Little League BaseballIf you missed registration in November 2010, you still have another opportunity to register for Almaden Little League’s 2011 Baseball Season. The price is still $225 per player.

To obtain late registration details, please contact the appropriate Division Player Agent listed below:

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