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Indoor Soccer
A non-competitive league designed for children ages 4 to 6 years old. This program is designed to teach the game of soccer to young individuals and to encourage teamwork and good sportsmanship. All practices and games will be played at the Atwater Community Center. Ages: 4 to 6 year old (must be 4 years old when program starts and can not be 7 before program ends)
Registration Begins: Early May Registration Ends: When Full (40 participants) League Begins: Mid May (practices) Mid June (games) Cost: $30 per participant (cost includes team shirt)
INTRODUCTION TO BASKETBALL
Boys & Girls can learn the basic fundamentals of the game of basketball & compete in short scrimmage games. Ages: 4 to 6 year old (must be 4 years old when program starts and can not be 7 before program ends) § Registration Begins: Mid June
Registration Ends: When Full (40 participants) League Begins: July - one night per week for 6 weeks Cost: $20 per participant (cost includes team shirt)
SUMMER DROP IN PROGRAM
Children can participate in many forms of recreational activities under the supervision of qualified Recreational Leaders. The Drop-In Program is held at the Youth Center at Castle Park, Monday thru Friday from 10:00am to 3:00pm Ages: 6 to 12 years.
Registration Begins: Early June Registration Ends: When full (Maximum 150 participants) Program Dates: June 14, 2004 to July 30, 2004 Cost: $95 for first child, $85 for each additional child in the same family
SUMMER RECREATIONAL SWIM
The Atwater High School Pool is available during the summer months from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and Noon to 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays. The pool is supervised by Lifeguards who are certified by the American Red Cross.
Open Swim Begins: Mid June Open Swim Ends: Early August Cost: $1.50 per person each day
FLAG FOOTBALL
Designed for participants who want to play football at a less physically demanding level than that of tackle football. Games will be played weeknights at Memorial Ball Park. The flag football league is open to boys and girls who are currently enrolled in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grades (lower division) and 5th and 6th grades (upper division). Practices are scheduled to begin in mid September with league games being played from mid October to late November. Most practices and all league games will take place on weekday evenings at Memorial Ballpark.
Registration Begins: Late August Registration Ends: Early September League Begins: Early October (7 Weeks) Cost: $35 per participant (cost includes team shirt)
GIRLS YOUTH VOLLEYBALL
This program is designed for girls in grades 4th through 9th. The league is divided into upper and lower divisions based on grade level. Volunteer coaches teach the fundamentals and guide the participants through a fun and exciting season.
Registration Begins: Mid October Registration Ends: Late October League Begins: Mid-November Cost: $35 per participant (cost includes team shirt)
YOUTH BASKETBALL
This program provides an opportunity for children 2nd grade through High School to participate in a basketball league. The leagues in this program are divided by grade and gender to maintain the highest level of competitiveness and enjoyment. The program is divided into 7 divisions. Game days may vary for each division.
Registration Begins: Late November Registration Ends: Early December League Begins: Mid-January for 9 weeks Cost: $35 per participant (cost includes team shirt) This program is divided into seven divisions:
How old are your children? That would give me a better idea on which activities would be age appropriate.
Here in Atwater there is the Castle Air Museum (www.elite.net/castle-air). Phone # 723-2178. They are open from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00pm. Their fees are: $8.00 Adults, $6.00 Youths 8 - 17, and children 7 and under are free.
Also there is the Castle Science & Technology Center. 3553 Challenger Way. Phone # 726-0296 (call for hours)
In Merced there is the Yosemite Wildlife Museum. 2040 Yosemite Parkway. Phone # 383-1052 (call for hours). They charge a nominal admission fee.