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January 2020
Indoor Pickleball
ADULTS, ALL LEVELS WELCOME Join us for one of the fastest growing sports in the nation, Pickleball. This fun and social game is described as a combination of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton. Played on a small court with a low net, it uses whiffle balls and paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast paced, competitive game for experienced players. Pickleball is FUN. Stay active with us, it is a great work out. …
Find out more »Indoor Youth Tennis
GRADES 2-4 Kids will learn and practice the basic strokes of tennis. The focus is developing good technique and having lots of fun–sportsmanship is always taught and modeled. Players of all abilities are welcome. The coach can meet students after school and will walk together to the Gym. Students will have a few minutes to eat a snack if they choose to bring one. Loaner racquets and equipment will be provided. Instructor: Caryn Ploof began playing tennis at age 10 and played competitively…
Find out more »February 2020
Discover Magic Club
Become a Young Magician! Ages 8-12, Beginners Discover Magic is an innovative national education program specially designed to teach key life skills to youth through the process of learning to perform magic. The Discover Magic course will teach magic and valuable social interaction skills. Kids will be engrossed in learning and performing magic while developing communication skills, self-discipline, and confidence. Visit: www.jrrussellmagic.com for more information. The Discover Magic course features custom created props, top secret private files, and special bonus…
Find out more »Beginning Drawing with Zentangle
Create a piece of art today! ADULTS & YOUTH 16+ (younger okay with participating parent) If greater creativity and balance are among your goals for the new year, look no further than Zentangle — a type of meditation achieved through pattern-making, created by artist Maria Thomas and Rick Roberts. Each pattern is built one line at a time, organically combining simple patterns into complex zentangles in unplanned, unexpected ways that grow, change and unfold on the page as you enter…
Find out more »Intro to Pickleball
Beginner Player Course ADULTS, BEGINNERS Learn as you play and become a Pickler in no time! If you are new to the game or would like to brush up on your skills, this is the course for you! You will learn the basics of pickleball rules, terminology, primary skills, coordination, introduction to the court, and more. Come catch Picklemania! We will have some loaner paddles available. Fee includes two free Friday passes to be used within a month - we…
Find out more »Macramé Wall Hanging
Sorry, macrame class filled up. Join the waitlist here and we'll notify you if a spot opens up or if we add a class. ADULTS Macramé is making a comeback! Fall in love with the art of macramé and the simple, yet therapeutic process of knotting. This class will teach you some of the basic and most popular macramé knots to get you started. During our 2.5-hour class you will be well on your way to creating your own beautiful macramé wall…
Find out more »Youth Ultimate Frisbee
MIXED-GENDER, GRADES 6-8 (Kids in grades 4-5 with prior Ultimate Frisbee experience may join) Learn and play Ultimate Frisbee! Ultimate combines the continuous movement and endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football, and the goal of completing a pass to a player in the end zone. Teamwork, spirit and safety are ingrained in the sport and are emphasized here. Participants learn the basics of throwing, catching, and positioning from volunteer coaches. Kids will love trying a new…
Find out more »March 2020
Reactive Dog Clinic
Work with your dog to gain confidence in social interactions Adults* Join us for this opportunity to work with others who also own reactive dogs, to gain confidence, calm, and capability. Teach your dog (and yourself) the self-confidence and the skills needed to relax, focus, and enjoy being around others – people, dogs, and other animals. The first date of each session is a humans-only orientation (must be registered for class). Pre-requisites: Must provide proof of current vaccinations at first…
Find out more »Daddy & Daughter Ball
Save the date for this fun opportunity for dads to take their daughters out for an evening of fun and dancing. This yearly ball has become a favorite local tradition with 300+ coming for a special night out together.
All ages are welcome, though the dance is most frequented by girls ages 3 – 14. We broaden ‘dads’ to include other adult escorts of the girls’ choice.
Not much of a dancer? No matter; John Travolta’s dancing skills are not required when the DJ plays “YMCA”. It’s simply an evening to put on your best duds, get goofy on the dance floor, have a nice photo taken together and visit with other dads and daughters.
Your all-inclusive ticket includes sweet refreshments, a digital photo (available online 4 weeks after the dance), and a raffle ticket for a chance at door prizes! Tickets are $30 in advance/$35 at the door (if space is available). Tickets for additional daughters: $15/each. Purchase tickets in advance at https://www.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs?clientid=WHIDBEY&siteid=1
Location: South Whidbey High School ‘Commons’
Find out more »Canine Good Citizen
Charm school for your dog! Humans 16+; Dogs 6+ months* Do you wish your dog were more courteous? Or better behaved in public? Learn how to teach your dog good manners using the power of positive reinforcement and games you’ll both enjoy. We’ll work on polite greetings, loose leash walking, being handled, and meeting strangers, with an emphasis on self-control, patience and cooperation. Prepare your dog to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, learn how to address problem behaviors…
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