Sunday Soccer League Registration Still Open

For boys and girls pre-kindergarten through 8th grade
Special needs soccer team for children ages 6 -14 with mental/physical challenges also available.
Register for fall season
Non-competitive, intramural, instructional soccer program teaches basics of sport, including skills, strategy, and teamwork
Runs September 7th through November 23rd (12 consecutive Sundays)
Practices and games held on Mandell Campus.  Pre-kindergarten program meets 11:00 a.m.-12:00 noon; all other grades meet between 1:00 and 5:00 p.m.
 Teen "buddies" from the community will assist players on the field.
Sponsored by The Kehillah of Old York Road Sunday
Information & Registration:  Lynne at 215-884-3944 or lbalaban@philafederation.org  Registration form at www.jewishphilly.org/local_includes/downloads/25738.doc

Abington Ice Hockey Players Wanted for Fall/Winter Schedule

Organized ice hockey spring practice sessions and summer off-ice sessions
All skill levels welcome—beginner to experienced
For those in middle school grades 5-8; Jr. Varsity grades 8-12; Varsity grades 9-12
Information:  Gail Abendroth 215-658-0996 or info@abingtonhockey.com

Teen Leadership Aikido at Ardsley

For boys and girls ages 13-17
Learn how to teach aikido and be part of a team, speak in public, etc.
Wednesdays, 6:00-6:50 take Aikido class; leadership 7:00-7:30 p.m.
Summer – June 24-August 29
Held at Ardsley Community Center, 2828 Spear Road, Ardsley
Cost: Abington Township resident $65; non-residents $75 Includes aikido session and leadership class
Information & Registration: 215-576-5213

Black Belt Club

For all ages
Take extra classes to accelerate skills
Ardsley Community Center, 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley
Summer – June 24-August 29
Cost: Abington Township resident $80; non-residents $95
Information & Registration: 215-576-5213

Aikido at Ardsley

For children age 6-12, teens 13-17, and adults 18 and up
Aikido teaches self-defense using techniques of evasion, immobilization, and redirection to avoid an attack and then control the attacker.
Children: Mon. or Fri. 4:15-5:15, Wed. 4:00-4:50, 5:00-5:50, or 6:30-7:20
Tues or Thurs 6:30-7:20 p.m.
Teens Mon. or Wed. 6:30-7:20
Adults: Mon. or Thurs. 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Summer – June 24-August 29
Held at Ardsley Community Center, 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley
Cost: $45 for Abington Township residents; $65 for non-residents
Information & Registration: Ardsley Community Center at 215-576-1630

Little Ninjas

For children ages 4 and 5
Develops eight major skills necessary for participation in any sport or activity: focus, teamwork, control, balance, memory, discipline, fitness, and coordination
Ardsley Community Center, 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley
Summer – June 24-August 29
Tues or Thurs. 6:00-6:30 p.m., Wednesday 2:30-3:00 p.m.
Cost: $50 for Abington Township Residents; $60 for non-residents
Information & Registration: 215-576-5213

Introduction to Scuba

Ages 10 and up
Six-week course begins September, Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:00-10:00 p.m.
1 ½ hours in classroom, 1 ½ hours in pool
Learn fundamentals of safe diving, including insights on marine life, care and selection of scuba gear, and diving first aid
Classes held at Abington Senior High School Pool
Conducted by Underwater World
Cost: $180 which includes gear needed $80 for book packet
Information: Underwater World at 215-672-4180

Boys Varsity Football

Teen Volleyball Club

For boys and girls ages12-15
Learn basics of volleyball while having fun
Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00 p.m..
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $35 for Full members; $70 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Teen Weight Lifting

For boys and girls ages 13-18
at Abington YMCA, Free Weight Room. 1073 Old York Road, Abingtron
Learn the fundamentals of weight training, including proper technique, spotting, and the correct exercises using free wieghts
Instructor: Bob Darisi, a certified personal trainer and National Power Lifting Champion.
Space is limited
RegisterNow for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

Youth Boot Camp

For boys and girls ages 8-14
at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Featuring a challenging circuit workout for all fitness levels Work to achieve personal fitness goals with boot camp-type training, focusing on strength, stamina, and agility
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $?? for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

Youth Pilates

For boys and girls ages 8-14
at Abington YMCA,1073 Old York Road, Abington
Featuring exercise format adapted for younger exerciser, focusing on core abdominal strength, body alignment, concentration, and yoga-like stretching
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $?? for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

Youth Basketball

For boys and girls ages 8-12
Introduces basketball for novice player, teaching fundamental skills and basic rules, sportsmanship, and team work
Saturday, 10:45-11:00 a.m.
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $29 for Full members; $58 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Shrimp:  Parent & Child Swim Lessons

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Learn fundamentals of swimming with emphasis on personal safety and developing strength, endurance, and coordination
Cost: $28 for Full members, $56 for Program members
Peach: 24 months to 3 years
Children learn to propel themselves in water and work toward independence
Pike: ages 3-5 Beginners
Eel: ages 3-6 Intermediate
Ray: ages 4-6 Advanced
Starfish: ages Advanced (must pass Ray level)
Run by Abington YMCa
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25r
Information: 215-884-9622

Youth Swimming Lessons

For children ages 6-18
Cost: $32 for Full members, $64 for Program members
Pollywog: Beginners ages 6-12
Guppy: Beginners II ages 6-12
Minnow: Intermediate I ages 6-12
Fish: Intermediate II ages 7-14
Flying Fish: Advanced ages 8-14
Shark: pre competitive swimming ages 8-14
Adult: for teens & adults beginning instruction
Run by Abington YMCa
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Information: 215-884-9622

Seal: Adaptive Swimming

For children with a variety of special abilities and needs
Run by Abington YMCA
Monday, 7:00 p.m., YMCA Pool
Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Abington High School Pool
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Information: 215-884-9622

Adults Instruction: For Teens & Adults

Beginner class for teens and adults; no previous experience needed
Run by Abington YMCA
Monday, 7:00 p.m., YMCA Pool
Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., Abington High School Pool
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Information: 215-884-9622

Gymnastics

Toddler Tumblers
For parent and toddler 3 (must be able to walk)
Features music, games, parachute, and basic motor skills through introduction to gymnastics: balance beam, bars, floor exercises, and spring board.
Saturdays,9:15-10:00 a.m.
Pre-School Progressive
For advanced toddler
Teaches fundamentals of gymnastics, emphasizing rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and headstands
Kindergym
For ages 4 & 5
Little Gymers
For ages S 5-7
Rollers
For ages 6 and up
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: Full YMCA members $29, Program members $59
Information: 215-884-9622

Rookies 1

For boys and girls ages 4-6
Teaches Introduces sports, balance, and hand-eye coordination through modified games and activities. Includes warm-up,skills and drills, instruction with different equipment
Saturday, 9:45-10:30 a.m.
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $29 for Full members; $58 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Rookies 2

For boys and girls ages 2-3 and a parent
Introduces different sports, strongly emphasizing motor and social skills. Includes warm-up, skills and drills, instruction with different equipment
Saturday, 9:00-9:45 a.m.
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $29 for Full members; $58 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Hip Hop

Classes for boys and girls ages 3-10
DanceNastics
Teaches basics of dance & gymnastics
For ages 3-4
Mondays & Tuesdays; 45-minute class
Cost: $40 for Full members; $70 for Program members
Pre Hip Hop
Introductory class for children to dance to fun, up-beat music
For ages 3-4
Mondays & Tuesdays; 30-minute class
Cost: $37 for Full members; $68 for Program members
Hip Hop 1
Teaches and develops new dance skills
For ages 6-10
Mondays & Saturdays; 45-minute class
Cost: $40 for Full members; $75 for Program members
Hip Hop Advanced
For dancers looking to take Hip Hop to next level
For ages 6-10
Mondays; 45-minute class
Cost: $40 for Full members; $75 for Program members
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Youth Combo Dance

For boys and girls ages 6-8
Beginner class to develop ballet, tap, and jazz skills
Tuesdays, 4:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 1:00 p.m.
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October25
Cost: $45 for Full members; $90 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Youth Combo Dance II

For boys and girls ages 9-12
Introduction and continuation of all dance forms, including ballet, tap, and jazz
Saturdays, 10:15 p.m.
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $55 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Pre-Comb Dance for Children

For boys and girls ages 4-5
Teaches basics in ballet, tap, and jazz
Ballet and tap shoes required.
Thursdays, 5:00 p.m.
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $45 for Full members; $90 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Pre Dance

For boys and girls ages 3-4
Introduces dance and creative movement Children learn the basics of ballet, jazz, and other dance movements.
Attire: ballet slippers required; leotards recommended
Offered 3 different days
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $39 for Full members; $60 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

Line Dancing

For teens and adults
Learn basic steps for various dances including Marvin Gay Walk, Personality Chi-cha, Slide, and more
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Information: 215-884-9622

Adult Dance Mix

For teens and adults
Introduces different styles of dance and music, including ballet, jazz, modern, and hip hop
Improve balance & coordination
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Information: 215-884-9622

Abington YMCA Martial Arts

Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
     Kwan Bup (formerly Little Ninjas): Ages 4-5*
     Kwan Bup for Kids: Ages 6 and up
     Kwan Bup for Adult & Child: Ages 7 and up
Develops discipline, self-confidence, and concentration to this Korean martial arts program
Meets once a week
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Cost: $29/Full YMCA Members; $58/Program YMCA Members
* Kwan Bup for ages 4-5 is $22/Full and $44 Program for 30-minute classes
Information: 215-884-9622

Special Olympics Power Lifting and Swimming

Offered through Montgomery County Special Olympics at the Abington YUMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington 215-884-9622.
Power Lifting Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Swimming Wednesdays 8:00-9:00 p.m. at Abington Senior High School pool
Register Now for Early Fall Session which runs September 8-October 25
Information: 610-828-3688.

Abington Baseball Club Travel Registration

For ages 4-10 and 10-16 Looking for the best players from Abington Township and Glenside Play competitive baseball in the Montco Youth Baseball League Younger ages run end of April through mid July; older ages run mid May through end of July
cOST: $150
Information: Jay Shire, Glenside Youth Athletic Club, at 215-802-8874 or
                    Mike Mullan Abington Roychester Baseball Association, 215-657-9890  Also visit www.eteamz.com/abctravel

Abington-Roychester Baseball & Softball

T-Ball, Baseball Intramurals, Softball Minor League
For Boys and Girls ages 5 through under 16
Leagues & Costs:  T-Ball, $55; C & B Leagues,  $65; A, & M Leagues, $75
Information:  Softball - Nancy at 215-517-8888; Baseball - Mike Mullen 215-657-9890 or www.eteamz.active.com/arba

American Legion Baseball

For boys ages 16-19 who live in Abington Township
Competitive summer league baseball runs from mid-April to mid-July
Home field at Roslyn Park
Contact: Jim Brett, Head Coach (610- 724-4525 or brettja2000@yahoo.com
Information: www.leaguelineup.com/roslynamericanlegionbaseball

Ardsley/North Hills Athletic Association Baseball & Softball Sign-ups

Online sign-up sheets at www.anhaa.org
Cost for 2008 season:  6-10 years $65; older children $85
Information: info@anhaa.org or www.anhaa.org

East Abington Little League Registration

GYAC: Glenside Youth Athletic Club

T-Ball, Intramurals, and Travel baseball and softball programs for boys and girls ages 5-16
Fees: $50 for T-Ball, $65 for Junior Farm, $75 for Farm and Minors $90 for Majors
Information: 215-658-0866 or www.gyac.org

HVAA Travel Baseball Tryout

Travel team for 10-year-old boys (Cannot turn 11 before May 1)
Information:  215-947-9823  Rob Levy and Bob Gallagher, Traveldirector@hvaa.net or www.hvaa.net

Jenkintown Youth Activities 2008 Little League

For those 5-18 years old
Cost:  $85  Travel $150 
Now Hiring umpires
Information: www.jenkintownjya.com  or 215-887-7404

Roslyn Boys & Girls Club Baseball & Softball

For boys and girls ages 5-16 years old
T Ball through Travel
Information: www.rbgclub.org or call Kevin 215-481-9666 or Marge at 215-887-4280

GYAC Basketball Registration

For boys and girls in grades 2-12
Begins in November
Cost: Travel $200 for ages 9-14; $75 for those in grades 9-12: $65 for all others
Information: www.gyac.org or call James at 215-783-7078

Huntingdon Valley 2008 Basketball Registration

For boys and girls age 5 through 16
Ages 5-6 in instructional league
Ages 7-16 in separate leagues
Information: 215-947-9823 ext. 3

Abington Raiders Football & Cheerleading Registration

For boys & girls in grades kindergarten-8
Cost: First family member $190 for tackle football & cheerleading; second family member $165, each additional family member $150 Deduct $20 from registration fee for flag cheer leader or flag football player (Participation includes fundraising)
First-year registrants must submit recent photo and copy of birth certificate for proof of age. All football players and cheerleaders must be present at registration.
Information: 215-379-3737 or www.abingtonraiders.org

Abington Youth Field Hockey League

For girls in grades 3-9
Multi-session program each fall to introduce the sport of field hockey,
teach basic skills, and play some small games.
Contact: Abington High School Head Coach Amanda Deering at AmandaDeering@abington.k12.pa.us

Abington Lacrosse Club

For boys and girls in grades 1-8
Cs & Ds; (grades 1-4) contact Greg 267 235-9006 or Tony 610-304-2659
As & Bs grades (5-8) contact Mark 215-887-1848
www.abingtonlacrosseclub.com

AC United Soccer Registration

For boys & girls ages 10 to 18 years Born between August 1, 1989 through July 31, 1997
At Roslyn Boys & Girls Club, Hammond Road, Roslyn
$100/player
Information: 267-760-7708 or www.acunited.net

Ardsley North Hills Athletic Association Fall Soccer Registration

For Boys and Girls ages 4-9 Born 8-1-98 through 7-31-04
Cost: $75 until May 1; $85 after May 1, 2008
Information & Registration:www.anhaa.org or 267 760 7708 or email info@anhaa.org

Hunter Soccer Club Fall Registration

Pee Wee - Under 5, $70
Intramurals - Under 6-Under 12,  $100
Travel & Intramural Travel – Under 9-Under 18,  $130
Travel - Under 16-Under 19,  $140
Family discounts:  first 2 children full price, 3rd child 75%, 4th child 50%
Information:  Registration Coordinator Bob Woodard 215-885-7311

Jenkintown Youth Activities Fall Soccer

Coed intramural soccer for boys and girls in first through seventh grades
$65 for first child; $55 for second child
Travel Teams: For boy U11-U18 and girls U11-U16
Determine age as of 7/31/07
Cost: $85 per player
Information: www.jenkintownjya.com or jenkintownjya@hotmail.com

Jenkintown Youth Activities Fall Soccer Registration

Coed intramural soccer for boys and girls in first through seventh grades
$50 per player
Travel Teams: $70 per player plus refundable uniform deposit of $40
For girls & boys U 11-U15
Information: Will at 215-342-4100 or 215-886-5963
Or George at 215 572 6329

Roslyn Boys & Girls Club Soccer Registration

For 2007 Fall Season:
Age    Born Between                     Cost
U 6    August 2001-July 2002     $45
U 8    August 1999-July 2001     $65
U 10  August 19970 July 1999   $65

Information: Joe at 215-572-1520 or www.rbgclub.org

Abington Dolphins Aquatic Club

Swim, Dive, Compete
Cost: 1st child $240; 2nd child $210, 3rd child $175, high school
swimmers $20
Season runs from mid September through championships in February Dual meets held Saturdays, beginning in November
New Pre-Team program focusing 25-yard drills to build stroke skills.
The Dolphins are a Suburban Aquatic League competition team for boys and girls in elementary school through senior high school (ages 5-19). Practice held week nights at Abington Senior High School.
Information: www.abingtondolphins.org or Peg Cohen, 215-659-8949.

Abington Bulldogs Youth Wrestling

For boys ages 5-13
Register on line a www.abingtonbulldogs.com
Cost: $85
Practice begins October 17; matches held Saturday between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon
Philosophy: to teach wrestling while promoting a fun atmosphere Boys taught based on age, weight, and skill level. Wrestlers prepare for weekly matches in two separate groups:
1. Beginners ages 5-10 2. Boys with three or more years experience
Information: Rich Rambo at 215-870-1960