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Summer Track and Tennis

C.A.R.A. YOUTH TRACK TEAM
Ages: 5 - 16

This program will emphasize the development of track and field skills in a fun setting.  Practices are twice per week (one hour for 5- and 6-year-olds, 2 hours for all others) with meets held on Saturdays at various cities (parents/guardians are responsible for transportation).  Events are based on age and include high jump, long jump, baseball throw, discus, shot put, hurdles, 50- to 1600-meter runs and others.  All participants receive a cotton T-shirt. Registration starts May 7. Dates June 9  - July 26.
Location: Century Middle School (MO/WE), Skyview H.S. (TU/TH)

Fees:
$50Residents/$60Nonresidents (Ages 5-8)
          $75Residents/$90Nonresidents (Ages 9-16)

Activity #          Time                           Ages          Days
317601 A1       8:30 - 9:30 a.m.              5 - 8           Mo/We
317601 A2       9:30 - 11:30 a.m.            5 - 8           Mo/We
317601 B1       5:30 - 6:30 p.m.              5 - 8           Tu/Th
317601 B2       6:30 - 8:30 p.m.              5 - 8           Tu/Th

Track Info                  Track Pool Party

 

YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS
Ages: 6 - 16

Classes for beginners and intermediate players will focus on the fun of playing tennis while developing and improving the basic fundamental skills.  Participants should bring their own racket and water to each class; balls will be provided.
Location: Eastlake Tennis Courts, 124th Ave. & Steele St.
Days: Tuesdays & Thursday
Fees: $32Residents/$38Nonresidents
Activity #            Level             Time                   Dates
317501 A1           Beg.               8 - 8:55a.m.         June 10 - 26
317501 B1           Beg.               9 - 9:55a.m.         June 10 - 26
317501 C1           Int.                10 - 10:55a.m.       June 10 - 26
317501 D1           Int.                11 - 11:55a.m.       June 10 - 26
317501 A2           Beg.               8 - 8:55a.m.         July 8 - 31
317501 B2           Int.                 9 - 9:55a.m.         July 8 - 31
317501 C2           Int.                10 - 10:55a.m.       July 8 - 31
317501 D2           Adv.               11 - 11:55a.m.      July 8 - 31

Key for levels: 
Beg:- Beginning class for students with little or no experience playing tennis.
Int. -  Intermediate class for those who have taken lessons before or have playing experience (8 - 10 hours)
Adv. - Advanced class for students who have completed the intermediate class.

All classes are open to students 6 - 16 years old.  We will separate into groups based on age and skill level when class begins.


 

C.A.R.A. YOUTH TENNIS TEAM

Ages: 8 - 18:
The Colorado Association of Recreational Athletics program offers an excellent opportunity for the young player to develop his or her tennis skills.  Participants practice on Mondays and Wednesdays and attend matches on Fridays (8 a.m. - 1p.m.)  at various cities (parents or guardians are responsible for transportation to and from matches).  All team members receive a 100% cotton T-shirt.  Registration starts May 7.
Location: Eastlake Tennis Courts, 124th Ave. & Steel St.
Days: Monday & Wednesday;  June 9 - July 25
Fees: $75Residents/$90Nonresidents

Activity #            Age           Time                  
317507 A1          8 - 12          9 - 10:30 a.m.
317507 B1         13 - 18         10:30 - Noon     

Practice times are subject to change depending on number of registrations in each age group. 

CARA Tennis Info

 

PRIVATE TENNIS LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS

Ages: 6 - Adult
Group lessons no the best for you?  One-on-one and semiprivate (2-3 participants) instruction is now available through our tennis program.  Location and times are arranged with the instructor.  Register at the Carpenter Recreation Center.

Private Fee:  $20 per 60-min session
$50 for three lessons

Semi-private (2-3) Fee: $25 per 60-minute session
$60 for three sessions.
 

Registration Information

Revised: October 22, 2008 .

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