NNJ VOLLEYBALL HIGHLIGHT The Sparks Parks and Recreation Department has partnered with Northern Nevada Juniors Volleyball Club (NNJ) to offer a lineup of fun camps, clinics and leagues for ages 3 to 16. NNJ s philosophy promotes commitment and teamwork, and encourages competitive, confident attitudes while maintaining high levels of sportsmanship, integrity and respect. NNJ works to make sure the discipline players learn on the court is also transferred into the classroom. The team of coaches strives to help each student reach her personal goals whether it s making a team or learning cooperative life skills for success off of the court. FALL LEAGUE This recreational youth volleyball league is designed to be fun for everyone. Players will learn the skills of passing, setting, serving, and hitting using technical skill progressions. Each team will compete twice an evening and a championship will be played at the conclusion of the league. WHO: Youth, 3rd 8th Grade WHEN: Mondays and Wednesdays, September 19 October 26* GRADE TIME 610309 Section #1 3rd 5th 5:30 pm 6:30 pm 610309 Section #2 6th 8th 6:30 pm 7:30 pm *The Championship game will be held on 10/27 at the NNJ Facility, 1575 Linda Way #101 TRYOUTS: Wednesday, 9/14 3rd 5th Grade 6th 8th Grade 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m. FALL BREAK CAMP Highly qualified coaches and older players teach the skills of passing, setting, serving and hitting using technical skill progressions in a fun, yet disciplined atmosphere. WHO: Youth, 7 14 yrs. DATE 610311 Section #1 10/3 10/5 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. NNJ Facility 1575 Linda Way #101 $119 / $99 Resident Discount ALL SKILLS CLINICS Highly qualified coaches and older players teach the skills of passing, setting, serving and hitting using technical skill progressions in a fun, yet disciplined atmosphere. WHO: Youth, 7 14 yrs. WHEN: Mondays and Fridays DATE 612310 Section #2 11/28 12/16 601310 Section #2 1/9 1/30* 602310 Section #2 2/3 2/24* 603310 Section #2 2/27 3/17 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. NNJ Facility, 1575 Linda Way #101 $119 / $99 Resident Discount *No class on 1/16 and 2/20. NNJ VOLLEYBALL WINTER BREAK A great alternative to get in some activity during your Winter Break! Intensive instruction, lots of fun drills, and quality skill instruction. WHO: Youth, 4 18 yrs. 601311 Section #1 1/2 1/4 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. NNJ Facility, 1575 Linda Way #101 $119 / $99 Resident Discount NNJ VOLLEYBALL SPRING BREAK A great alternative to get in some activity during your Spring Break! Intensive instruction, lots of fun drills, and quality skill instruction. WHO: Youth, 4 18 yrs. 603311 Section #1 3/20 3/22 603311 Section #2 3/27 3/29 20 9:00 a.m. 12:00 p.m. NNJ Facility, 1575 Linda Way #101 $119 / $99 Resident Discount
INSTRUCTOR HIGHLIGHT GARRY HILL-THOMAS Garry Hill-Thomas is a former University of Nevada Wolf Pack standout, honored as Nevada s Senior Male Athlete of the Year in 2004. After his career at Nevada, Hill-Thomas played for NBA-D League teams including the Reno Bighorns. He also played professionally and is a seasoned basketball coach. Hill-Thomas strives to provide basketball camps and programs for all abilities of players to learn and improve their basketball skills and apply them to actual game situations - all in a fun, safe and competitive environment. His GHT camps also focus on the character and values needed to achieve goals in both sports and life. GHT BASKETBALL FALL BREAK CAMP Former Nevada Wolf Pack and Reno Bighorns basketball player Garry Hill-Thomas (GHT) is the host of this fall break basketball program. The camp covers key fundamentals, character and the values necessary to achieve your goals in sports and life. Whether you are trying to make your junior high team, high school team, or just learning how to compete in basketball, this is the camp for you. GHT Camp is also geared to teach each athlete life skills utilizing sports one individual at a time. WHO: Youth, K 6th Grade WHEN: Monday Thursday, October 3 6 GRADE TIME 610083 Section #1 K 2nd Grade 3:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. 610083 Section #2 3rd 6th Grade 12:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m., 3rd 6th Grade $36 / $30 Resident Discount, K 2nd Grade GHT MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP WHO: Youth, 6th 8th grade WHEN: Tuesday Thursday, or Saturday DAYS 601083 Section #1 Tuesday Thursday 1/3 1/5 601083 Section #2 Saturday 1/7 1:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. (T TH Camp) $30 / $25 Resident Discount (Saturday Camp) GHT BASKETBALL SPRING BREAK CAMP Former Nevada Wolf Pack and Reno Bighorns basketball player Garry Hill-Thomas (GHT) is the host of this spring break basketball program. The camp covers key fundamentals, character and the values necessary to achieve your goals in sports and life. Whether you are trying to make your junior high team, high school team, or just learning how to compete in basketball, this is the camp for you. GHT Camp is also geared to teach each athlete life skills utilizing sports one individual at a time. WHO: Youth, 6 14 yrs. WHEN: Monday Thursday 604083 Section #1 3/27 3/30 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. MINI BASKETBALL LEAGUE Give your child a chance to learn the skills and fundamentals of basketball and play games with a team. Six- to 8-foot goals will be used to help the kids make the shot. League times may vary depending on program registration. Volunteer coaches are needed call Cindy at 353-2385. WHO: Boys and Girls Kindergarten 2nd grade WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays 510063 Section #1 10/4 11/3 DID YOU KNOW? Do not feed wildlife. Feeding wild animals makes them dependent, and can cause them to lose their natural fear of humans. It can also be potentially dangerous and place you in a greater risk to be bitten. 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. $54 / $45 Resident Discount www.sparksrec.com 21
33rd ANNUAL YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE All skill levels can take part in this popular league that emphasizes sportsmanship, skill development, and FUN! Interested in coaching or assisting with a team? Call Cindy at 353 2385 or e-mail sportsinfo@cityofsparks.us. Team photo, individual photo, and reversible mesh jersey included. Space is limited so register early. Registration ends November 15. WHO: Youth, 3rd 6th grade (boys & girls remain separate) WHEN: 3rd & 4th Grade Boys / 5th & 6th Grade Girls: Mondays and Wednesdays 3rd & 4th Grade Girls / 5th & 6th Grade Boys: Tuesdays and Thursdays Practice begins 12/5, games held January 9 March 2, 2017 GRADE 511042 Section #1 3rd 4th (boys) 511042 Section #2 5th 6th (boys) 511052 Section #1 3rd 4th (girls) 511052 Section #2 5th 6th (girls) 5:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m., times may vary and Mendive Middle School $96 / $80 Resident Discount JAM NIGHTS: 6:00 p.m. at Alf Sorensen Community Center 3rd 4th Grade Boys 11/28 3rd 4th Grade Girls 11/29 5th 6th Grade Girls 11/30 5th 6th Grade Boys 12/1 When grade range fills, a waiting list will be taken. PLAYERS MUST PARTICIPATE ON THEIR ASSIGNED BASKETBALL JAM NIGHT FOR TEAM SELECTION. RIDE SHARES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR PLACEMENT PURPOSES! QUICKSTART TENNIS PROGRAM All-Seasons Racquet Sports will be offering a series of Quickstart for Kids Tennis Lessons for all playing abilities. Tennis instruction not only focuses on the fundamentals of stroke production, forehand, backhand, volley, overhead and serves, but also on match play and strategy. Students will also learn to listen to and take instructions from a coach or adult, and practice working with a partner. WHO: Youth, 7 16 yrs. WHEN: Tuesdays or Thursdays LEVEL DAY 610317 Section #1 Level 1 Tuesday 10/4 10/25 603317 Section #1 Level 1 Tuesday 3/7 3/28 603317 Section #2 Level 2 Tuesday 3/7 3/28 603317 Section #3 Level 1 Thursday 3/9 3/30 603317 Section #4 Level 2 Thursday 3/9 3/30 604317 Section #1 Level 1 Tuesday 4/4 4/25 604317 Section #2 Level 2 Tuesday 4/4 4/25 604317 Section #3 Level 1 Thursday 4/6 4/27 604317 Section #4 Level 2 Thursday 4/6 4/27 3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. (Level 1) 4:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. (Level 2) Burgess Park Tennis Courts $54 / $45 Resident Discount (Level 1) (Level 2) $18 / $15 Resident Discount (Drop-In Level 1) $24 / $20 Resident Discount (Drop-In Level 2) FALL/SPRING BREAK CAMP This tennis program provided by All-Seasons Racquet Sports, is a great way to give your child an introduction to a challenging but highly rewarding lifetime sport while making new friends. Tennis skills will be developed through games and drills. Short racquets are used to insure success. WHO: Youth, 7 17 yrs. WHEN: Monday Thursday 610315 Section #1 10/3 10/6 603315 Section #1 3/20 3/23 603315 Section #2 3/27 3/30 9:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Burgess Park Tennis Courts $126 / $105 Resident Discount Sibling Discount 10%. Make-ups will be scheduled for classes cancelled due to inclement weather. 22
FALL/WINTER/SPRING TENNIS LESSONS 10 & UNDER This tennis program provided by All-Seasons Racquet Sports is a great way to give your child an introduction to a challenging but highly rewarding lifetime sport while making new friends. Tennis skills will be developed through games and drills. Short racquets are used to insure success. WHO: Youth, 6 10 yrs. WHEN: Saturdays TIME 610314 Section #1 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 10/1 10/22 603314 Section #1 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 3/4-3/25 604314 Section #1 9:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 4/1 4/22 SPRING BREAK TENNIS CAMP Mark Humes, our tennis professional, will be offering an exciting spring break tennis camp for youth. Humes received his U.S.P.T.A. certification in 1985 and specializes in teaching children. He has more than 30 years of experience. Call 353-2385 or e mail recinfo@cityofsparks.us for more information. WHO: Youth, 6 12 yrs. WHEN: Monday Thursday, March 27 30 AGE TIME 604312 Section #1 6 8 yrs. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 604312 Section #2 9 12 yrs. 4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Pah Rah Park Tennis Courts $38 / $32 Resident Discount. Burgess Park Tennis Courts $18 / $15 Resident Discount (Drop-In) Sibling Discount 10%. Make-ups will be scheduled for classes cancelled due to inclement weather. PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE TENNIS LESSONS FOR YOUTH AND ADULT Private lessons are offered October March by appointment only. Please call Evan Brown at 722-9805. $60 Introductory price for two hours $50/hour or $280/6 hours FALL BREAK TENNIS CAMP Take part in an exciting fall break tennis camp for youth, taught by Mark Humes, a U.S.P.T.A certified instructor. Children will enjoy learning the skills of the sport while making friends. WHO: Youth, 6 12 yrs. WHEN: Monday Thursday, October 3 6 TIME 610312 Section #1 4:00 p.m. 610312 Section #2 5:00 p.m. Pah Rah Park Tennis Courts $38 / $32 Resident Discount Classes are one hour. NFL PUNT, PASS & KICK The along with the NFL, and the Oakland Raiders present the Punt, Pass & Kick FREE program. Young pro football fans can exhibit their football skills and showcase their talents in punting, passing and placekicking with scores based on distance and accuracy. A number of former and current NFL players have competed in the program, including Drew Bledsoe and Dan Marino. You may even qualify to advance to Sectionals, NFL Team championships and National Finals. For more information, call Cindy at 353 2385. WHO: Youth, ages 6 7, 8 9, 10 11, 12 13, 14 15 Must have birth certificate at registration WHEN: Monday, September 26 6:00 p.m. Shadow Mountain sports complex REGISTER: Pre-registration is required by 9/26 at www.nflppk.com FREE! FREE! FREE! No football shoes/cleats/turf shoes are allowed, only gym shoes (soft sole) will be permitted. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR RECREATION REGISTRATION FEES Did you know we offer youth scholarship assistance to cover program fees for children who cannot otherwise participate due to financial limitations? Please call the Recreation Office at 353-2376 to learn more about this special program. ADULT AND YOUTH SPORTS WEBSITE Get instant access to sports information at sparksrec.com. Follow the links to Adult and Youth Sports and you ll find updated standings, schedules, rules, tournaments and registration dates. Add it to your favorites today! www.sparksrec.com 23
JUST FOR KICKS SOCCER CAMP This camp is for children interested in learning the basics of soccer and having FUN! There will be stretching, exercise, skills and games. Each participant will receive a JUST FOR KICKS T shirt. Instructors will emphasize teamwork, attention skills, and enjoyment of the sport. So come sign up it will be a kick! Space is limited. WHO: Youth, 3 6 yrs. WHEN: Saturdays, April 15 May 13 TIME 604292 Section #1 9:00 a.m. 9:45 a.m. 604292 Section #2 10:00 a.m. 10:45 a.m. 604292 Section #3 11:00 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Recreation Park $42 / $35 Resident Discount Network with the on Facebook Facebook.com/cityofsparks BSTBALL! The Game to Save Baseball Have you ever watched a tee ball game and been bored to tears? Well, so were the kids! BlastBall! is a totally new concept for teaching the fundamentals of baseball and softball at the entry level of play, for an exciting and rewarding experience. Each participant receives a Blastball T-shirt and picture. WHO: Youth, 4 7 yrs. WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays 604070 Section #1 4/18 5/18 5:15 p.m. 6:45 p.m. (Each game/practice is 45 minutes long) Recreation Park $42 / $35 Resident Discount MIXED CHILD/ADULT GOLF LESSONS Learn how to play golf with your child! Lessons are designed for beginner to intermediate golfers and are taught by certified PGA professionals. Beginners will learn the grip, basic swing components, putting, chipping, etc. Intermediate will concentrate on swing improvement and fine tuning the game. Bring your own clubs if you have them, or they can be provided for you. WHO: WHEN: Adults, 16 yrs. & Older; Youth, 7 15 yrs. Wednesdays, May July Wildcreek Golf Course Each session includes a one-hour class held once a week for six weeks, For details on the 2017 program, call 353-2376. Now Enrolling Preschool Students! A school like nothing else in this area! Have a Birthday Party at Purple Door too! Phone: 775-626-8326 24 www.purpledoorpreschool.com