Teen & Youth Fitness and Sports The Lakewood Garden Club meets the 4th Thursday of the month at 11 a.m., September through May, at the Lakewood Youth Center, 4658 Woodruff Ave. Informative speakers, garden tours, plant sharing and field trips are some of the activities throughout the year. Come join us. Contact: Gwen Travis, 562-867-0516. Tennis Classes Junior Beginning Tennis Introduce your child to the exciting world of tennis! Our fun and engaging junior tennis classes are designed to teach young players the fundamentals of the game in a safe and supportive environment. In this class, your child will learn basic strokes while developing proper grip and learn to hit forehands, backhands, and serves. Footwork and court movement will be taught to help improve agility and coordination through fun drills and games. Players will develop good sportsmanship skills and learn to play fair with others while building confidence on and off the court through positive reinforcement and encouragement. Classes are designed to be fun and engaging for all skill levels. Experienced and patient instructors create a positive learning environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun while developing a lifelong love for tennis. Ages 5-17. Instructor: Temujin Sykahua • Location: Lakewood Tennis Center, 4212 Clubhouse Dr., Lakewood. • Bring a tennis racket and two unopened Wilson or Penn balls. • Proper tennis shoes required. 31413 Sa 9:00am-10:00am 10/4-11/8 OFFSITE $108/6Mtgs 31423 Sa 9:00am-10:00am 11/15-12/20 OFFSITE $108/6Mtgs 31424 Sa 9:00am-10:00am 12/27-1/24 OFFSITE $90/5Mtgs Junior Tennis Clinic (All Levels) This challenging clinic is designed for junior players with some prior tennis experience who are looking to refine their skills and elevate their game. In this clinic your child will develop advanced stroke techniques and improve their forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and overhead with focused drills and instruction. Players will learn advanced match strategies, including shot selection, court positioning, and point construction while developing greater consistency and power in their strokes through demanding drills and competitive play. Additionally, friendly matches and scrimmages will be played allowing players to apply their skills and develop their competitive edge while increasing their speed and agility on the court. Ages 5-17. Instructor: Temujin Sykahua • Location: Lakewood Tennis Center, 4212 Clubhouse Dr., Lakewood. • Bring a tennis racket and two unopened Wilson or Penn balls. • Proper tennis shoes required. • No class October 31. 31411 M 5:30pm-7:30pm 9/29-11/3 OFFSITE $186/6Mtgs 31412 F 5:00pm-7:00pm 10/3-11/7 OFFSITE $155/5Mtgs 31419 M 5:30pm-7:30pm 11/10-12/15 OFFSITE $186/6Mtgs 31421 F 5:00pm-7:00pm 11/14-12/19 OFFSITE $186/6Mtgs 31420 M 5:30pm-7:30pm 12/22-1/19 OFFSITE $155/5Mtgs 31422 F 5:00pm-7:00pm 12/26-1/23 OFFSITE $155/5Mtgs Pickleball Classes Pickleball: Kids Start Pickleball: Kids Start is an introductory approach to FUNdamental developmentally appropriate pickleball skills. This small group setting will introduce simple and fun topics such as safety, etiquette, ball and paddle age appropriate skill development. Simple skills approach to learning and development through modified fun games, with prizes! Age appropriate paddles are provided for in class use only. Flat outdoor court specific footwear recommended. Ages 5-8. Instructor: Performance Pickleball LLC Staff 31206 F 3:30pm-4:30pm 1/2-1/23 BOL $107/4Mtgs Pickleball: Youth Academy This class is designed for YOUTH with little-to-no experience playing pickleball. Participants will be introduced to basic FUNdamentals & foundations such as, court safety, etiquette, sportsmanship, game rules, scoring, underhand serve, fore- hand, backhand, & volleys. Paddles are provided for in class use only. Flat outdoor court specific footwear recommended. Ages 9-12. Instructor: Performance Pickleball LLC Staff 31705 F 3:30pm-4:30pm 10/3-10/24 BOL $125/4Mtgs Youth Evolution Flag Football Youth Evolution Flag Football is designed for girls and boys to learn and develop football fundamentals with an emphasis on fun and fair play. Program is highly recommended for kids who want a safer alternative to contact leagues. The program will emphasize practicing good sportsmanship, the importance of dedication, and more importantly FUN. Classes are structured around age appropriate instruction that focuses on skill progression, movement, and overall player development. Participants will learn the core FUNdamentals of flag football through a variety of drills and activities in a controlled, positive environment. Ages 6-11. Instructor: Youth Evolution Basketball Staff • 3:30 p.m. class ages 6-7 (Level 2) • 4:15 p.m. class ages 8-9 (Level 3) • 5 p.m. class ages 10-11 (Level 4) • Class will meet near the playground. • No class October 31. 31264 F 3:30pm-4:15pm 10/3-11/7 RYN $99/5Mtgs 31265 F 4:15pm-5:00pm 10/3-11/7 RYN $99/5Mtgs 31266 F 5:00pm-5:45pm 10/3-11/7 RYN $99/5Mtgs 25
