City Guide
Youth Sports
Baseball, Softball, & T-Ball
Ann Arbor Area Baseball Association. Dan Kielczewski, president. 761-2032. Games and tournaments for ages 9-16. Seasons: Spring/Summer (late Apr.-mid July) and Fall (late Aug.-mid-Oct.) http://baseball.rec-sports.com/
Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation. 822-2120. Spring T-ball league for ages 5 (before Sept. 1) to 8. Registration starts in Feb.
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53225. Coach-pitch leagues for grades 1-3, boys' baseball and girls' fast-pitch softball for grades 4-8, mid-June-Aug. Register mid-Apr.
Washtenaw Amateur Baseball Association. Mike Guenther, president. 272-2450. Travel league with teams from Washtenaw and nearby counties for ages 9-16. Games May-July and mid Aug.-Oct. yjcoach@comcast.net, http://baseball.rec-sports.com/
YMCA 996-9622. Baseball and T-ball leagues for children in grades K-5. Spring league Apr.-June, register in early March. Financial assistance available.
Basketball
i9 Sports. 302-7529. Six-week instructional program for ages 5-11 offered fall and winter. ccristian@i9sports.com, www.i9sports.com
Rec & Ed. 994-2300; ext. 53233 (instructional classes), ext. 53225 (leagues). Classes offered year round for grades 2-12. Fall league for grades 2-4 starts mid-Oct.; register early Aug. Winter leagues for grades 5-12 start early Jan.; register mid-Oct.
YMCA. 996-9622. Basketball leagues and year-round instructional classes for children in grades K-5. Fall league starts late Oct.; registration begins early Sept. Winter league starts early Jan.; registration begins early Dec. Financial assistance available.
Cheerleading
i9 Sports. 302-7529. Spring, summer, and fall noncompetitive program for children entering or in grades 1-5. ccristian@i9sports.com, www.i9sports.com
Liberty Athletic Club, 2975 W. Liberty. 665-3738. Cheerleading instruction classes for ages 5-10. Nonmembers welcome. www.libertyathletic.net
Michigan Xtreme Cheer- Ann Arbor, 737-0560. Cheerleading classes for beginners to advanced skill levels at Champion Gymnastics, 240 Metty Dr. Cheer and tumble camps and clinics, teams for ages 2 to adult. mwilliams@premierathletics.com, www.mixcheer.com
Washtenaw Junior Cheerleading, PO Box 2591, AA, 48106. 968-5049. Instructional and competitive program for ages 8-13. Everyone participates, no experience needed. Competes Aug.-Nov. in the Downriver Junior Football League. www.washtenawjrfootball.org
Wolverine All Star Cheer, 3460 E. Ellsworth. 395-8496. Tumbling for cheerleaders classes, junior and senior teams, competitive travel program. All ages and abilities. www.wolverineallstar.com
Fencing
YMCA. 996-9622. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes and competitions run year round for ages 12 & over.
Field Hockey
Ann Arbor Field Hockey Club, 1000 S. State. Tracey Fuchs or Carla Tagliente, 764-2144. Training sessions throughout the year for youth ages 9-18. Overnight and commuter summer camps for high school players. tfuchs@umich.edu, www.michiganfieldhockeycamp.com
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53225. Fall leagues for grades 3-6 start early Sept.; register early July. Spring leagues for grades 3-8 start Apr.; register Feb.
Fitness
Liberty Athletic Club. 665-3738. Classes for ages 2-8 incorporate tumbling, stretching, obstacle courses, and ball games. Nonmembers welcome.
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53233. A variety of classes for teens year round.
YMCA. 996-9622. Classes for ages 5-12.
Floor Hockey
YMCA. 996-9622. Year-round instruction for ages 4-6.
Football
i9 Sports. 302-7529. Flag football leagues for ages 6-14 in spring, summer, and fall; indoor league in winter. Week-long camps in summer. ccristian@i9sports.com, www.i9sports.com
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53214. Spring flag football league for grades 3-8 starts Apr.; register in Feb.
Washtenaw Junior Football, PO Box 2591, AA, 48106. Team play and instruction for ages 8-13. No try-outs or cuts. Teams compete in the Downriver Junior Football League. www.washtenawjrfootball.org
YMCA. 996-9622. Flag football league and year-round classes for ages 6-12. Fall league runs Sept.-Nov.; registration begins early Aug.
Financial assistance available.
General Programs
Jewish Community Center, 2935 Birch Hollow. 971-0990. Sports enrichment classes during the school year for grades K-5. Fees vary; discount for JCC members. deborahhuerta@jccfed.org, www.jccannarbor.org
Liberty Athletic Club, 2975 W. Liberty. 665-3738. Private fitness club offers full- and half-day summer camps available for ages 5-10. Tennis, swim, and Kung Fu instruction. Interactive sports, yoga, arts and crafts, climbing wall, and field trips. Winter holiday camps offered. Nonmembers welcome. Call for fees. www.libertyathletic.net
Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, 2960 Washtenaw. 971-6355. County-run fitness facility. Drop in or register for classes, no membership needed. Wheelchair accessible 25-yard pool; track, weight room, badminton, basketball, and volleyball. Cardio and strength-training equipment for age 16 & over. Fees vary. Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Sat. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-10 p.m. parks@ewashtenaw.org, parks.ewashtenaw.org (click on Parks and Facilities and then on Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center)
Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation, 701 W. Ellsworth. 822-2120. Year-round instruction in karate, dance, swimming. Youth T-ball league in spring. Pee-wee soccer, tennis, golf in the spring and fall. Summer day camp. See website for catalog and registration dates. recreation@pittsfieldtwp.org, www.pittsfieldtwp.org/departments/sup/parks
Rec & Ed (Ann Arbor Public Schools Department of Community Education & Recreation), 1530 Eisenhower Pl. 994-2300. Broad selection of youth sports and summer camps for grades K-12; see specific sports below. Call to get on mailing list. www.aareced.com
U-M KidSport. (U-M Division of Kinesiology). 764-1342. A seven-week summer physical education program for ages 4-15. Activities include swimming, movement, team sports, games, and health and safety instruction. Summer programs include Camp Explorations (for ages 8-12 in the morning; ages 6-11 in the afternoon), KidSport Afternoon (one week sessions of golf, tennis, basketball, and roller hockey for ages 8-15), and Outdoor Adventures (for ages 8-12). kidsport@umich.edu, www.umove.kines.umich.edu/kidsport
U-M Michigan Summer Camps, Commuter and overnight camps for youth in all-sport speed and agility, baseball, basketball, cross country, diving, field hockey, football, golf, gymnastics, ice hockey, rowing, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track and field, volleyball, water polo, wrestling, and lacrosse. Some sports have camps during other times of the year. Check website for ages, fees, and program information, and phone numbers. www.mgoblue.com (click Summer Camps)
WideWorld Sports Center, 2140 Oak Valley. 913- 4625. Soccer and multisports camps in summer. Full- and half-day programs. Per-day also offered. Before- and after-care $35/week, $20/week for summer campers. info@wideworld-sports.com, www.wideworld-sports.com
YMCA, 400 W. Washington. 996-9622. Large selection of youth sports and instructional leagues. Wide offering of half-day and full-day summer sports and specialty camps. Year-round multisports classes for children age 3-4. Financial assistance available. www.annarborymca.org
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Golf
City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation. 994-2780. Junior golf programs with specialized instruction and league play for ages 8-17. Beginner and intermediate golfers play at Huron Hills Golf Course (971-6840), advanced golfers play at Leslie Park Golf Course (994-1163). For special assistance or accomodation, call 974-0426. Fees vary; register online at www.a2gov.org/parks
Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation. 822-2120. Smart Start parent-child golf classes teach children 4-7 and their parents basic shots in golf.
Gymnastics
Champion Gymnastics, 240 Metty Dr. (Jackson Rd. between Zeeb and Baker). 222-1810. Six-to-eight week session recreactional classes for 18 months and over. Advanced classes and team programs; birthday parties and field trips. www.championannarbor.com
Gym America, 4611 Platt. 971-1667. Programs for all experience levels ages 18 months & over. Summer camps and classes, supervised open gym for preschoolers, birthday parties, field trips. Can bring equipment and staff to other locations. Sponsors a non-competitive and competitive gymnastics teams. gymamericami@aol.com, www.gymamericagymnastics.com
Michigan Academy of Gymnastics, 82 Aprill, suite C. 761-7610. Programs for ages 2 & over include preschool movement, developmental and competitive gymnastics, and cheerleading. Summer camps. www.michiganacademy.com
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53233. Classes year round for ages 4-14.
YMCA. 996-9622. Classes year round for children ages 3 & over. Financial assistance is available.
Hockey (Ice)
City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation. 994-2780. Beginning hockey skills program for ages 6-12 at Veterans Ice Arena (761-7240) mid Sept.-mid May. Drop-in hockey and "Sticks & Pucks" practice times (no goalies) Nov.-Mar. at Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena (971-3228). Check www.a2gov.org/parks for schedules.
A2Ice3 (the Cube), 2121 Oak Valley. 213-1600. “Sticks & Pucks” practice time for stickhandling and shooting (no goalies) for ages 16 & under. Tues. 6-7:50 a.m. a2ice3@a2ice3.com, www.a2ice3.com
Ann Arbor Amateur Hockey Association. 213-0370. Instructional programs and boys' and girls' house and travel leagues for ages 4-17. Fall/winter (Sept.-Mar.) and spring seasons. AAAHA skates at the A2Ice3 (the Cube) and Veterans Ice Arena. aaaha@aaaha.org, www.aaaha.org
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Lacrosse
Champion Lacrosse. (248) 232-9964. Held at WideWorld Sports Center (2140 Oak Valley) Offers summer youth classes (6:15-7:15 p.m.) for pre-K-high school. Youth leagues (7:30-8:30 p.m.) for grades K-6; boys' league for grades 7-8. Winter programs begin in Nov., including leagues for grades 9-12. Call or check website for dates and prices. info@championlacrosse.com, www.championlacrosse.com
i9 Sports.302-7529. Summer camps for children entering grades 1-5. ccristian@i9sports.com, www.i9sports.com
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53214. League for grades 3-8 starts mid-Sept.; register early Aug.
Martial Arts
Ann Arbor has many private martial arts studios. See the Yellow Pages for listings.
Liberty Athletic Club. 665-3738. Year-round classes in Kung Fu for ages 6-13. Clinics and private instruction available. Nonmembers welcome.
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53233. Classes year round for beginning and experienced youths ages 4-14.
YMCA. 996-9622. Classes year round for ages 4-15 in aikido, tae kwon do, judo, karate, and others.
Netball
YMCA. 996-9622. Free instructional classes year round for ages 7-12.
Rock Climbing
Planet Rock Climbing Gym-Training Center, 82 Aprill. 827-2680. Climbing programs for kids of all ages and abilities. ABC (agility, balance and coordination) classes for ages 2 1/2-6. Weekly climbing club for ages 7-15; competitive climbing team for ages 9-19. Weeklong summer day camps for ages 8-15 starting in June. Check website for schedule and fees. gyminfo@planet-rock.com, www.planet-rock.comRunning
Ann Arbor Track Club Youth Division. 332-9129. Competitive and noncompetitive leagues for ages 6-18. Indoor, Nov.-Mar.; outdoor, Apr.-Aug.; cross-country, Aug.-Dec. youth@aatrackclub.org, www.aatrackclub.org
Girls on the Run, (517) 294-2197. A nonprofit prevention program that encourages girls ages 8-12 to develop self-respect and healthy lifestyles through running. The 8-week program culminates in a noncompetitive 5K event. All shapes, sizes and abilities are welcome. danielle@girlsontherunsemi.org, www.girlsontherunsemi.org
Skating
Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club, 2121 Oak Valley. 213-6768. Year-round ice skating instruction for boys and girls ages 3 & over at A2Ice3 (the Cube). Learn to skate, synchronized skating, and competitions. Call or check website for times. aaskating@yahoo.com, www.annarborfsc.org
City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation. 994-2780. Instructional skating program for ages 3 1/2 & over at Veterans Ice Arena (761-7240). Uses the U.S. Figure Skating Basic Skills Test Program. All students in kinderskate, beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes tested on skills and awarded badges for completion. Sessions Nov.-Jan. and Jan.-Mar. Open skating times Nov.-Mar. at Buhr Park Outdoor Ice Arena (971-3228). Check www.a2gov.org/parks for schedules or to register.
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Soccer
All programs listed below have separate teams for boys and girls, except Pittsfield Township pee-wee.Ann Arbor United Soccer Club. 975-4257. Youth academy, house, select, and premier teams for ages 4-18. Open and team clinics. Professional, licensed coaches. info@annarborunited.net, www.annarborunited.net
i9 Sports.302-7529. Spring programs for ages 5-14. ccristian@i9sports.com, www.i9sports.com
Michigan Tigers Futbol Club. 214-2255. Professional instruction and training for ges 8-14, at WideWorld Sports Center (2140 Oak Valley). Club enters teams in fall and spring leagues and tournaments. Year-round program. michigantigersfc@comcast.net, www.michigantigersfc.net
Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation. 822-2120. Pee-wee soccer leagues for ages 3-5 play for six weeks in spring (starting May) and fall (starting Sept.). Register in Mar. and Aug.
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53104 (leagues) ext. 53233 (instructional classes). Leagues for grades K-8. Fall season starts Sept.; register in July. Spring season starts Apr.; register in Feb. Instructional classes for ages 3-4 and after-school classes offered at many elementary schools during school year, plus summer camps.
Soccer Blast. Kipper Thompson, 709-5034. International skills and training for all levels. Offers indoor and outdoor developmental and sponsored teams for ages 5-high school. Practices and home field at Geddes & Earhart. League registration in June; camp & clinic registration year round. soccerblastusa@gmail.com, www.soccerblast.net
WideWorld Sports Center. 2140 Oak Valley, 913- 4625. Year-round indoor league play for age 6 & over. Six-week sessions Sept.-June for ages 4-6. Summer camps. soccer@wideworld-sports.com
YMCA. 996-9622. Indoor league for grades K-5 runs Mar. & Apr.; registration begins early Feb. Weekly practices and small-sided league games. Financial assistance is available.
Swimming
City of Ann Arbor Parks & Recreation. The four city-run pools offer a variety of activities, classes, and lessons for all experience levels. See the Recreation section of this guide for pools information. Neighborhood competitive teams for ages 5-17 at Buhr (971-3228) and Veterans (761-7240) parks. Fees vary. Call or check www.a2gov.org/parks for schedules and information.
Club Wolverine Swimming. 332-9440. Year-round developmental and competitive team for ages 4-18. Member of and sanctioned by USA Swimming. www.clubwolverine.org
Liberty Athletic Club. 665-3738. Clinics year round for children of all ages and skill levels. Also parent and infant classes. Fees higher for nonmembers.
Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, 2960 Washtenaw. 971-6355. A 25-yard indoor pool. Year-round classes for all ages, including infants. Lap swim, open swim, and family swim times; see pool schedule at parks.ewashtenaw.org. Drop-in fees: resident adult (ages 18-61) $6 (nonresident $8), resident youths & seniors $4 (nonresident $5).
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53232. Instructional classes year round for ages 6 months & over. Classes at middle school pools.
Rolling Hills Family Water Park. Rolling Hills County Park, 7660 Stony Creek. 484-9676. Park (6.5 acres) with wave and activity pools, water slides, lazy river, spray play area, and concessions. Open Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day daily 11 a.m.-8 p.m. See the Recreation section of this guide under Regional & State Parks for park information. Additional entry fees to the water park: $6 residents ($8 nonresidents) weekdays, $4 residents ($5 nonresidents) after 5 p.m., $7 residents ($9 nonresidents) weekends & holidays. Free admission to children 36 inches tall or shorter. parks.ewashtenaw.org
Washtenaw County Parks & Recreation. 971-6337. Year-round classes for all ages, including infants.
YMCA. 996-9622. Preschool (ages 6 months-5 years) and youth (ages 6-14) classes year round. Barracuda Swim Club offers competitive swimming for advanced swimmers ages 6 and up. Lifeguard training for advanced swimmers.
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Tennis
Liberty Athletic Club, 2975 W. Liberty. 665-3738. Clinics year round for age 4 & over; all skill levels. Elite junior program for youth preparing for or involved in competitive play. Private lessons available. Reduced fees for members. www.libertyathletic.net
Pittsfield Township Parks & Recreation, 701 W. Ellsworth. 822-2120. Youth classes for ages 6-13, Tiny Tot tennis program for ages 3-5. May-Aug.
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53243. Year-round program includes youth instructional classes for ages 5-14, Junior Team tennis for ages 10-18, and USTA league teams. shadigiv@aaps.k12.mi.us
Volleyball
Huron Valley Volleyball Clubs, 975-0362. Mail: 2109 Stone School Cir., AA 48108. Year-round training, teams, and competitions. Summer camps for sand & indoor volleyball. Main training facility at Michigan Sports Academy (3727 E. Morgan, Ypsilanti). Tryout fee $25 (additional tryouts $15). Yearly team fees. hvvc@aol.com, www.huronvalleyvb.com
Rec & Ed. 994-2300, ext. 53254. Coed leagues for grades 4-8; boys' & girls' leagues for grades 9-12. Leagues start early Oct.; register mid-Aug. Summer sand volleyball for high school girls; register early May.
YMCA. 996-9622. Year-round classes on volleyball fundamentals for children ages 5-11.
Water Polo
Great Lakes Water Polo Club, Year-round programs and clinics for high school students and "age group" programs for younger children, at the U-M's Canham Natatorium. Club participates in scrimmages and tournaments locally and at the national level. Limited scholarships available. bluepolo@umich.edu, www.greatlakeswaterpolo.com
Wrestling
Wolverine Wrestling Club, U-M Crisler Arena wrestling room. Spring clinics plus preseason and in-season training for wrestlers grade 9 & over. Summer camps for grade school through high school. Wrestlers compete in state, regional, and national tournaments. The Jr. Wolverine Wrestling Club has training grades 8 & under and professional instruction in spring-summer and fall-winter seasons; enters meets and tournaments. jmason@cac.net, www.wolverinewrestlingclub.com
