Other Activities and Offerings

SPRING BREAK SPORTS CAMPS

Kingergarten-5th Grades

This program is designed to keep participants active during spring break through an assortment of sports activities. Leisure Services Staff members will lead participants through structured games each day. Participants will meet at designated times Monday-Wednesday. Thursday’s meeting will be K-2 (9:00-12:00) and 3-5 (9:00-1:00) for a pizza party. The 3rd-5th graders will be able to swim from 11:00-12:00 each day. Certified lifeguards will be on staff to supervise the pool area. Parents are welcome to stay and watch or they can drop children off for the program.

Site: Central Middle School
Date: Monday, March 15, 2010 - Thursday, March 18, 2010

Time:  K-2nd Graders meet 9:00am-11:00am  -  3rd-5th Graders meet 9:00am-12:00pm

Fee:  $25 (K-2nd) - $30 (3rd-5th)
Registration Begins:  February 22, 2010

Registration Deadline:  Extended 3/5/10

REGISTRATION FORM

HERSHEY’S YOUTH TRACK MEET
Ages: 9-14

The local meet is the first step in qualifying for the State Meet at Ames and the National Meet, held each August in Hershey, PA. Each year a minimum of 5 local youths will receive an all-expense paid trip to the National Meet, courtesy of the Hershey Chocolate Company. Events include 50, 100, 200, 400, 800 and 1600 meter runs, a 4 x 100 relay, standing long jump and softball throw. Pre-registration at the Leisure Services Office is requested.

Site: Memorial Stadium at Central Middle School
Date: Saturday, May 1, 2010

Time:  9:00 a.m. (registration begins at 8:30)
Fee: FREE
Registration Begins: February 22, 2010

REGISTRATION FORM

PITCH, HIT & RUN COMPETITION
Ages: 7-14

The Aquafina Pitch, Hit & Run Competition provides boys and girls 7 to 14 the opportunity to showcase their pitching, hitting and running abilities. Competitors have the opportunity to advance through four levels of competition, including the National Finals at the 2010 Major League Baseball All-Star Game.

Site: Cedar River Youth Sports Complex
Date: Saturday, May 22, 2010

Time:  9:00 a.m.
Fee: FREE
Registration Begins: February 22, 2010

REGISTRATION FORM

SOUTH HILLS GOLF ACADEMY
Ages: 8-14

The program is designed strictly for BEGINNING golfers. Led by PGA Professional Monte Meyer. Golfers will be taught the basic fundamentals to get them started and achieve success. The class will focus on the proper mechanics of the golf grip, golf swing, putting and chipping. The last day the session will include a meal. Successful completion of this program includes a Waterloo Junior Morning Golf Pass for the 2009 season ($10 value), and free entry into the Kiwanis/Katoski Youth Golf Tournament for children 12 and under ($12 value).

Times & Program #:

8-10 year olds     4:30     4560.201
8-10 year olds     5:30     4560.202
11-14 year olds     6:30     4560.203

Sessions are limited to the first 24 participants.

Site:  South Hills Golf Course
Dates:  May 26,2009 - May 28, 2009

Fee:  $25
Registration Begins:  March 30, 2009

Registration Deadline:  May 15, 2009

Summer Basketball League

4th-8th Grade Boys & Girls

This program will include basic fundamental instruction through team practices and league play with a heavy emphasis placed on sportsmanship. This league will conclude with a tournament and a league championship game. Referees and score-keepers will be used for games. Awards for 1st and 2nd place teams in both boys and girls divisions. Program runs June 10, 2009 - July 30, 2009 with Boys meeting on Mondays/Wednesdays and Girls meeting on Tuesdays/Thursdays. Games and practices will be held between 5:30pm and 8:30pm at the Boys & Girls Club. Participants will receive a league schedule at the first team practice.

Site: Boys & Girls Club

Fee: $20

Registration Begins: May 1, 2009

Registration Deadline: June 3, 2009

Program #’s:  4th/6th Boys 4655.300
                    4th/6th Girls 4655.310
                    7th/8th Boys 4655.315
                    7th/8th Girls 4655.320

KIWANIS/KATOSKI
YOUTH GOLF TOURNAMENT
Ages: 3-12

Each golfer receives a T-shirt and lunch.  There will also be awards and many prizes.  Separate divisions for boys and girls.  Register by June 15th to have youth name on the T-shirt.  Tee-times will start between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.  Golfers will be contacted with their tee-times prior to the tournament.  Golfers will play a designated number of holes and from designated distances based on age groups.

     3-5 Years  --  3 Holes         6-7 Years  --  5 Holes

     8-9 Years  --  7 Holes         10-12 Years  --  9 Holes

Date:  Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Site:  Gates Golf Course

Fee:  $12

Registration Begins:  May 3, 2010

Program #:  4560.200

ELKS JUNIOR GOLF CLASSIC
Ages: 7-17

Each golfer receives a T-shirt and lunch.  There will be awards for age divisions.  Separate divisions for boys and girls.  Golfers will be notified of morning tee-times.

7-9 Years  --  3 Holes

10-11 Years  --  9 Holes

12-17 Years  --  18 Holes

Date:  Thursday, July 8, 2010

Site:  Irv Warren Memorial Golf Course

Fee:  $5

Registration Begins:  May 3, 2010

Program #:  4565.200

OUTDOOR ADVENTURERS

Ages: 7-12

The Leisure Services Department is excited to offer this program in cooperation with the Iowa DNR and George Wyth State Park. The adventurers will experience many different outdoor activities in this 4-day program. Activities will consist of nature hikes, leaf pressing, catching aquatic animals, nature crafts, fish identification, animal tracking, making shelters and many other fun and informative activities. The program will be led by a George Wyth State Park Naturalist with the assistance of Leisure Services Staff. Participants will meet at George Wyth at 9:00am for a two-hour adventure session Monday-Wednesday. On Thursday participants will meet for a four-hour session which will be spent fishing (lunch will be provided).

Ages 7-9      July 27-30     Program #:  4600.210

Ages 10-12   August 3-6    Program #:  4600.215

Site:  George Wyth State Park

Times:  Monday-Wednesday 9:00-11:00

             Thursday 9:00-1:00

Fee:  $30

Registration Deadline:  July 20, 2009

NFL PUNT, PASS, & KICK
Ages: 8-15

The competition is in association with the NFL. The program will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete separately against peers in punting, passing, and place kicking skills.  Winners at the local competition have a chance to advance to sectional, regional and team championships.

Site: Cedar River Youth Sports Complex
Date: September 26, 2009
Time:  9:00am

Fee: Free

WATERLOO OPTIMIST CLUB

THANKSGIVING TURKEY SHOOT
Ages: 6-15 Years With Parent

A parent with son or daughter, competes by age category to score the most combined free throws for a holiday family fun event. Girls & boys divisions. Pre-registration is requested.

Site: Columbus High School Gym
Date/Time: November 22, 2009 at 2:00 P.M.
Fee: FREE

JR. HIGH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

6th-8th Grades

We’ve heard from our customers of a need for a Jr. High Volleyball league, so here it is. Seven weeks of game play on Wednesday evenings at Central Middle School. Games will begin February 17, 2010 and end April 7, 2010. Participants need to form their own teams (a minimum of six players is required) and provide their own coach/manager. Games will be six-on-six, with rally scoring. Teams can be formed with any combination of 6th-8th graders.

Site: Central Middle School
Fee: $40 (must register as 

                team)                                              
Registration Begins:  December 14, 2009
Registration Deadline:  January 25, 2010
Program #: 3200.364                                                     

Standings/Schedules:

2009     2008

3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

4th-6th Grades

A day of fun on February 27, 2010 for youth to experience tournament pool play. Teams may be made up of any combination of 4th-6th graders with boys and girls divisions. Awards for 1st and 2nd places in each pool. The tournament will start at 9:00 a.m. with check-in starting at 8:30 a.m.  Pre-registration is required.

Site: Central Middle School
Fee: $25/Team (must register as a team)
Registration Begins: January 19, 2010
Registration Deadline: February 19, 2010
Program #: 4655.200

IPRA SPOT SHOT CONTEST

Ages: 8-13

This contest is sponsored by the Iowa Park and Recreation Association.  The contest consist of participants shooting from seven different designated locations on the court to make as many baskets as possible in 60 seconds.  The contest consist of two rounds that are combined for a total score.  Ribbons are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places, with participation certificates for all competitiors.  There are separate divisions for boys and girls, which are broken into six different age divisions.  The 1st and 2nd place winners in each age group/gender qualify for the State Finals.  The State Finals will be held in Grinnell on Saturday, March 27, 2010.  For more information on the contest visit www.ipra.org

Site: Central Middle School
Date:  February 27, 2010

Time:  Noon with check-in beginning at 11:30

Fee:  $5
Registration Begins:  January 18, 2010

Registration Deadline:  February 26, 2010