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Kehillah Old York Road Sunday Soccer

Intramural program to instruct boys and girls, pre-K through 8th grade, in the basics of soccer.
11 consecutive Sundays:  Steptember 12 -November 21
Pre-K program meets between 11:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon; all other grades meet between 1:00  and 5:00 p.m. in one of three sessions.
All practices and games are held on the Mandell Campus. Participants learn game skills and strategies andthe importance of teamwork. All children receive equal playing time.
Cost:  First child/$80;  each additional child/$65 (Discount given only when all children are registered prior to paying so that payment is processed once.)
All registration is on-line:. www.youthleaguesusa.com/epysa/2005/0646/004/Welcome.html

   

Jenkintown Youth Activities Fall Soccer Registration

In-Person registration: JYA Office, Greenwood Ave. & Leedom Street, 2nd Floor, Jenkintown
Co-ed Intramurals: for those entering kindergarten or turning 5 through 7th grade
     $70 per player
Travel Teams: for girls and boys U10-!15   $110 per player Age as of 7-31-10
     For girls & boys U 11-U15
Information: 215-887-7404 or www.jenkintownjya.com

 

Jenkintown Youth Activities Fall Baseball Registration

In-Person registration: JYA Office, Greenwood Ave. & Leedom Street, 2nd Floor, Jenkintown
Runs Friday evenings and Saturday & Sunday afternoons, September & October
Rookies 7 & 8 years old
Minors 9 & 10 years old
Majors 11 & 12 years old
Coaches Needed!
Information: 215-887-7404 or www.jenkintownjya.com

  

AC United Travel Soccer Registration

For boys & girls ages 10 to 18 years Born between August 1, 1992 and July 31, 2000
Based at Roslyn Boys & Girls Club, 2800 Hammond Ave., Roslyn
$125/player
Rregister by mail. Send check and form (download from site) to A. C. United Soccer, P.O. Box 1065, Abington, PA 19001
Information for Abington Community United soccer: 267-760-7708 or www.acunited.net

 

Hunter Soccer Club Registration for 2010-11 Season

Hunter Soccer Clubhouse, 220 Houston Avenue, Penbryn Park
Llimited registration accepted after July 13
Pee Wee - Under 5, $70
Intramurals - Under 6-Under 12,  $100
Youth Travel - 8-14 years old, $140
Intramural Travel – 12-14-year-o olds,  $140
Travel - 15-18-year-olds,  $150
Late fee of $20 after June 12; No late fee for Juniors programs starting in November
Family discounts:  first 2 children full price, 3rd child 75%, 4th child 50%
Travel Team tryouts conducted in April & May; must register to try out.
Information:  Registration Coordinator Bob Woodard 215-885-7311 or visit www.huntersoccer.com

 

Abington Raider Football & Cheerleading 2010 Registration

Pop Warner Football & Cheerleading
For boys & girls in grades kindergarten-8 (flag-135 lb.)
Cost: 1st family member $195 ($95 registration and $100 of raffle tickets to keep or sell)
         2nd family member $170 ($90 registration and $80 of raffle tickets)
        each additional family member $155 ($85 registration and $70 raffle tickets)
       Add $25 late fee for registrations after July 1, 2010
       Deduct $20 for flag football and flag cheerleading
    Your child may be eligible to play for fee; see the treasurer at registration.
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: Hotline at 215-379-3737 or www.abingtonraiders.org

  

James Fox Spring Basketball

For boys and girls in 3-6, 7-9, and 10-12 grade
Held at Alverthorpe Park
Monday-Friday League:  Teams can play more than once a week
Teams play at assigned times between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m.
Cost:  $65 for Abington Township residents; $80 for non-residents
Registration & Information:  Abington Bureau & Parks & Recreation at 215-576-5213  Register in person, Alverthorpe Manor, 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, or download form at www.abington.org/parksrec

          

Aikido   

Black Belt Club

For all ages
Take extra classes to accelerate skills
Ardsley Community Center, 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley
2010 Fall Session: September 7-October 30
2010 Winter Session: November 1-December 23
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.
2010 Fall Session: September 7-October 30
2010 Winter Session: November 1-December 23
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 6
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
2010 Fall Session: September 7-October 30
2010 Winter Session: November 1-December 23
Tues or Thurs. 6:00-6:30 p.m., Wednesday 2:30-3:00 p.m., 4:00-4:30 p.m.
Saturdays 1:00-1:30 or 3:00-3:30 p.m. at Stars Studio of Dance in Willow Grove
Cost: $50 for Abington Township Residents; $60 for non-residents
Information & Registration: 215-576-5213

                                                                             

Abington High School Fall Varsity Sports Schedules     

Boys & Girls Cross Country

Friday, September 3 Wood Invitational Away--Tamanend Park 3:30 PM
Saturday, September 11 Abington Invitational Home TBA
Saturday, September 18 Briarwood Invitational Away TBA
Wednesday, September 22 Abington vs. Bensalem Home 3:30 PM
Saturday, September 25 PIAA Foundation Invitational Away TBA
Wednesday, September 29 Abington vs. Council Rock North & William Tennent Away 3:30 PM
Friday, October 1 Paul Short Run Away TYBA
Wednesday, October 6 Abington vs. Pennsbury Away 3:45 PM
Saturday, October 9 Manhattan Invitational Away TBA
Wednesday, October 13 Abington vs. Council Rock South & Neshaminy Home 3:30 PM
 

Football

Friday, September 3 Abington vs. Central Bucks East Home

7:00 PM

Friday, September 10 Abington vs. Plymouth-Whitemarsh Away 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 16 Abington vs. Souderton Home 7:00 PM
Friday, September 24 Abington vs. Neshaminy Away 7:00 PM
Friday, October 1 Abington vs. Council Rock North Away 7:00 PM
Friday, October 8 Abington vs. Truman Home 7:00 PM
Friday, October 15 Abington vs. Pennsbury Away 7:00 PM
Friday;, October 22 Abington vs. Bensalem Home 7:00 PM
Friday, October 29 Abington vs. Council Rock South Away 7:00 PM
Friday, November 5 Abington vs. William Tennent Home 7:00PM
Friday, November 12 Abington vs. Upper Dublin Away 7:00 PM
Thursday, November 25 Abington vs. Cheltenham Home 10:00 AM
 

Field Hockey

Tuesday, August 31 Abington vs. Springfield Home 10:00 AM
Friday, September 3 Abington vs. Cheltenham Home 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 7 Abington vs. Upper Merion Away 3:30 PM
Monday, September 13 Abington vs. Lansdale Catholic Home 7:00 PM
Tuesday, September 14 Abington vs. Neshaminy Away 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 16 Abington vs. Council Rock North Home 3:30 PM
Monday, September 20 Abington vs. Pennsbury Away 3:30 PM
Wednesday, September 22 Abington vs. Council Rock South Away 3:30 PM
Friday, September 24 Abington vs. Bensalem Home 3:30 PM
Tuesday, September 28 Abington vs .William Tennent Home 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 30 Abington vs. Truman Away 3:30 PM
Monday, October 4 Abington vs. Neshaminy Home 3:30 PM
Wednesday, October 6 Abington vs. Council Rock North Away 3:30 PM
Friday, October 8 Abington vs. Pennsbury Home 3:30 PM
Monday, October 11 Abington vs. Jenkintown Home 7:00 PM
Tuesday, October 12 Abington vs. Council Rock South Home 3:30 PM
Thursday, October 14 Abington vs. Bensalem Away 3:30 PM
Monday, October 18 Abington vs. William Tennent Away 7:00 PM
Friday, October 20 Abington vs. Truman Home 5:30 PM
 

Golf

Monday, August 30 Abington vs. Truman John Burne GC 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 1 Abington vs .Bensalem Uuntingdon Valley CC 3:00 PM
Thursday, September 2 Abington vs. William Tennent Five Ponds 3:00 PM
Friday, September 3 Abington vs. Council Rock South Spring Mill CC 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 8 Abington vs. Wissahickon Away 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 14 Abington vs. Bensalem Away 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 15 Abington vs. Neshaminy Away 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 21 Abington vs. William Tennent Home 3:00 PM
Thursday, September 23 Abington vs. Truman Home 3:00 PM
Monday, September 27 Abington vs. Pennsbury Home 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 28 Abington vs. Council Rock North Away 3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 29 Abington vs. Council Rock North Home 3:00 PM
Thursday, September 30 Abington vs. Council Rock South Home 3:00 PM
 

Boys Soccer

Wednesday, September 1 Abington vs. Holy Ghost Prep Away 3:30 PM
Friday, September 3 Abington vs. Cheltenham Home 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 7 Abington vs. Souderton Away 7:15 PM
Wednesday, September 8 Abington vs. Upper Dublin Home

3:15 PM

Tuesday, September 14 Abington vs. Neshaminy Home 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 16 Abington vs. Council Rock North Away 3:30 PM
Monday, September 20 Abington vs. Pennsbury Home 3:30 PM
Wednesday, September 22 Abington vs. Council Rock South Home 3:30 PM
Friday, September 24 Abington vs. Bensalem Away 3:30 PM
Tuesday, September 28 Abington vs. William Tennent Away 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 30 Abington vs. Truman Home 3:30 PM
Saturday, October 2 Abington vs. Central Bucks East Home 7:00 PM
Monday, October 4 Abington vs. Neshaminy Away 7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 6 Abington vs. Council Rock North Home 3:30 PM
Friday, October 8 Abington vs. Pennsbury Away 3:30 PM
Tuesday, October 12 Abington vs. Council Rock South Away 3:30 PM
Thursday, October 14 Abington vs. Bensalem Home 7:00 PM
Monday, October 18 Abington vs. William Tennent Home 3:30 PM
Wednesday, October 20 Abington vs. Truman Away 7:00 PM
    

Girls Soccer

Tuesday, August 31 Abington vs. Plymouth Whitemarsh Away 3:30 PM
Friday, September 3 Abington vs. Cheltenham Away 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 7 Abington vs. Souderton Home 7:15 PM
Monday, September 13 Abington vs .Norristown Home

3:00 PM

Tuesday, September 14 Abington vs. Neshaminy Away 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 16 Abington vs. Council Rock North Home 3:30 PM
Monday, September 20 Abington vs. Pennsbury Away 5:00 PM
Wednesday, September 22 Abington vs. Council Rock South Away 3:30 PM
Friday, September 24 Abington vs. Bensalem Away 3:30 PM
Tuesday, September 28 Abington vs. William Tennent Home 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 30 Abington vs. Truman Away 7:30 PM
Monday, October 4 Abington vs. Neshaminy Home 3:30 PM
Wednesday, October 6 Abington vs. Council Rock North Away 3:30 PM
Friday, October 8 Abington vs. Pennsbury Home 3:30 PM
Monday, October 11 Abington vs. Upper Merion Away 3:30 PM
Tuesday, October 12 Abington vs. Council Rock South Home 3:30 PM
Thursday, October 14 Abington vs. Bensalem Home 5:30 PM
Monday, October 18 Abington vs. William Tennent Away 3:30 PM
Wednesday, October 20 Abington vs. Truman Home 7:15 PM
           

Girls Tennis

Monday, August 30 Abington vs. Upper Dublin Home

10:00 AM

Tuesday, August 31 Abington vs. North Penn Away 3:45 PM
Wednesday, September 1 Abington vs. Central Bucks South Home 3:30 PM
Friday, September 3 Abington vs. Cheltenham Home 3:00 PM
Tuesday, September 7 Abington vs. Hatboro-Horsham Away 3:30 PM
Monday, September 13 Abington vs. Wissahickon Away 3:30 PM
Tuesday, September 14 Abington vs. Truman Home 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 16 Abington vs. Council Rock North Away 3:30 PM
Monday, September 20 Abington vs. Pennsbury Home 3:30 PM
Wednesday, September 22 Abington vs. Council Rock South Home 3:30 PM
Friday, September 24 Abington vs. Bensalem Away 3:30 PM
Monday, September 27 Abington vs. Methacton Away 3:30 PM
Tuesday, September 28 Abington vs. William Tennent Away 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 30 Abington vs. Neshaminy Home 3:30 PM
 

Girls Volleyball

Tuesday, August 31 Abington vs. North Penn & William Tennent North Penn 3:45 PM
Tuesday, September 7 Abington vs. Plymouth Whitemarsh Home 3:30 PM
Tuesday, September 14 Abington vs. Norristown Away 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 16 Abington vs. Upper Dublin Home 3:30 PM
Monday, September 20 Abington vs. Hatboro-Horsham Home 3:30 PM
Tuesday, September 21 Abington vs. Cheltenham Away 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 23 Abington vs. Upper Merion Away 3:30 PM
Friday, September 24 Abington vs. Central Bucks West Home 3:30 PM
Saturday, September 25 Quakertown Invitational Away 8:30 AM
Monday, September 27 Abington vs. Central Bucks South Home 3:45 PM
Tuesday, September 28 Abington vs. Wissahickon Home 3:30 PM
Thursday, September 30 Abington vs. Plymouth Whitemarsh Away 3:30 PM
Monday, October 4 Abington vs. Norristown Home 3:30 PM
Tuesday, October 5 Abington vs. Upper Dublin Away 3:30 PM
Thursday, October 7 Abington vs. Hatboro-Horsham Away 7:00 PM
Monday, October 11 Abington vs. Cheltenham Home 7:00 PM
Thursday, October 14 Abington vs. Upper Merion Home 3:30 PM
Monday, October 18 Abington vs. Central Bu8cks East Away 7:00 PM
Tuesday, October 19 Abington vs. Wissahickon Away 5:45 PM
Wednesday, October 20 Abington vs. Truman Away 7:00 PM

Abington YMCA Early and Late Fall Programs

Teen Open Basketball League

For those in grades 7-12 Enter as individual or team
Fridays, 8:00-10:00 p.m.
Held at Abington YMCA North Gym, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Play is supervised
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: Members Free; Program members $5/night, Non-members $7/night
Information: Jim Dempsey at 215-884-9622 ext. 1859

  

Abington YMCA Martial Arts

Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
     Pee Wee Karate Ages 4-7
     Junior Karate: Ages 8-12
     Adult Karate: Ages 13 and up
Develops self defense, self-confidence, fitness and flexibility
Meets once a week
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50/Full YMCA Members; $100/Program YMCA Members
Uniforms required and available for purchase for $20
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Soccer

Outdoor
For boys and girls ages 3-4 and 5-7
Learn skills, rules, and play; 30 minutes practice and 30 minutes for a game.
Saturdays
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register for Early Fall Session September 18-October 30
Cost: $67 for Full members; $108 for Program members
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Indoor Hockey

Indoor
For boys and girls ages 3-6 on Fridays
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Introduces rules, techniques, and game play. Learn how to hold stick, pass, and shoot.
Advanced Indoor
8-12 on Mondays
Cost: $45 for Full members; $85 for Program members
For beginners and more experienced. Emphasizes individual skills; introduces strategy, teamwork, and more competitive aspects of play.
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Indoor Lacrosse

Beginner
For boys and girls ages 7-10 on Mondays at 6:30 p.m.
Introduces the game. Learn how to hold stick, pass, and shoot. Emphasis on rules. Bring your own stick.
Advanced Indoor
8-12 on Mondays
Cost: $45 for Full members; $85 for Program members
Learn to play or enhance skills; work as a team.
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Fit Fundamentals

For boys and girls ages 8-14
Tuesdays or Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.
Basic circuit training using balls, bands, hoops, jump ropes, and dumbbells to get moving and fit
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: Free for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: 215-884-9622

   

Kickboxing

For boys and girls ages 12 to adult
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Saturdays, 10:30 a.m.
Focuses on core abdominal strength, body alignment, stretching, relaxing, breathing, and concentration.
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost:Free for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

 

Junior Yoga

For boys and girls ages 11-14
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.
Total body workout focused on core strengthening, cardiovascular conditioning, and overall body coordination.
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost:Free for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

 

Zumbatomic

For boys and girls ages 8-14
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.
This version of zumba provides and fun and easy workout with easy to learn dance moves for this age group.
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost:Free for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

 

Junior Boot Camp

For boys and girls ages 11-14
Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Saturdays, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
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 for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost:Free for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

 

Junior Strength Training

For boys and girls ages 12-15
Held at Abington YMCA,1073 Old York Road, Abington
Mondays or Wednesdays
This co-ed class teaches fundamentals of weight training, including proper technique, spotting, and correct exercises using free weights.
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: Free for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

  

Teen Weight Lifting

For boys and girls ages 13-18
at Abington YMCA, Free Weight Room. 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Mondays and Wednesdays
Learn the fundamentals of weight training, including proper technique, spotting, and the correct exercises using free weights
Instructor: Bob Darisi, a certified personal trainer and National Power Lifting Champion.
Space is limited
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: Free for Full members; $40 for Program members
Information: Abington YMCA at 215-884-9622.

         

Parent & Child Swim Lessons

Shrimp 6-8 months; Kipper 9-12 months Inia 13-18 months Perch 24 months-3 years and Perch Plus for 2 and 3-year-olds as well as 4-year-olds not ready to swim without a parent
Parents guided through basic swimming skills with child. Child must have head control and be accompanied by an adult in the water at all times
Held at Abington YMCA pool
Classes 30 minutes long and offered Mondays through Saturdays
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $40 for Full Privilege Members; $85 for Program Members
Information: 215-884-9622
 

Pre-School Swimming Lessons

Learn fundamentals of swimming with emphasis on personal safety and developing strength, endurance, and coordination
Cost: vary $24-38 for Full members, $48-80 for Program members depending on selection
Pike:
ages 3-5 Beginners
Pike Advanced: Child can submerge head comfortably
Eel: ages 3-6 Intermediate
Ray: ages 4-6 Advanced Children can swim 1/2 pool length
Starfish: Children can swim one pool length
Run by Abington YMCA
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $40 for Full Privilege Members; $85 for Program Members
Information: 215-884-9622

   

Youth Swimming Lessons

For children ages 6-12
Cost: $43 for Full members, $90 for Program members
Pollywog:
Beginners ages 6-12
Pollywog Advanced:
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
Cost: Full Privilege Member $50

Run by Abington YMCa
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Seal: Adaptive Swimming

For children 5 years and up with a variety of special abilities and needs
Run by Abington YMCA
30-minute sessions on Wednesdays
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Adult/Teen Instruction:

Beginner class for teens age 16 and up and adults; no previous experience needed
Run by Abington YMCA
Thursdays and Saturdays at, Abington High School Pool
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Information: 215-884-9622

   

Teen Swimming Lessons and Masters Swim Team

Teen Lessons
For ages 13-17
Beginner & Intermediate classes on Wednesdays
Focus on basic swim strokes, floating, and water safety.
Cost: $45 for Full members; $90 for Program members

Swim Clinic

For ages 7 and up
Program introduces children to competitive swimming. Includes practice schedules, sets, stroke development, starts and turns
Mondays & Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Abington High School pool
Cost: $80 for Full members; $160 for Program members

Masters Swim Team
For those 13 years old and up who want to train with other swimmers who love the sport
Head coach leads group workouts
Wednesdays & Fridays, Abington High School Pool, 7:30 p.m.
Free to Full Privilege Members

Run by Abington YMCA
Register for Early Spring Session February 22-April 10 Late Spring Session April 19-June 6
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 for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Information: 610-828-3688.

 

Tennis

Basic Tennis Instruction
For boys and girls ages 7-12
Mondays, 7:15-8:00 p.m.
Learn basics of the games; emphasizes importance of teamwork and good sportsmanship

Tennis Clinic
For boys and girls ages 8-12

For children who are familiar with tennis but need to improve their skills
Mondays, 8:0-8:30 p.m.

Held at Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members

Information: 215-884-9622

 

Pre School Basketball

For boys and girls ages 3-4
Learn basics of the games, including warm-ups and drills; emphasizes importance of teamwork and good sportsmanship
Thursday or Saturday times
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Junior Basketball

For boys and girls ages 5-7
Introduces children to basics of basketball Warm ups, drills, game time emphasizing teamwork and good sportsmanship
Sunday, Monday, and Friday times
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

      

Youth Basketball

For boys and girls ages 8-12
Teaches fundamentals of basketball with warm ups, drills, game time emphasizing teamwork and good sportsmanship
Monday and Thursday times
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

          

Gymnastics

Tiny Tumblers
For parent and toddle age 1-3 (must be able to walk) Mondays or Tuesdays; ages 3-4Mondays, Tuesdays, or Saturdays
Features music, games, parachute, and basic motor skills through introduction to gymnastics: balance beam, bars, floor exercises, and spring board.
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members

Kindergym

For ages 4 & 5, Mondays or Saturdays
Teaches fundamentals for advanced child: emphasizes rolls, handstands, cartwheels, and headstands
Little Gymers
For ages S 6-7, Saturdays
Structured class without parent participation
Little Rollers Advanced
For ages 3-6, Mondays
For the advanced toddler/child who can enjoy balancing, stretching, the beam, bars, and more
Cost: Full YMCA members $45, Program members $90

Rollers

For ages 6-12, Mondays or Saturdays
Cost: Full YMCA members $45, Program members $85
Beginner level progressive gymnastics program using all the equipment
Cost: Full YMCA members $50, Program members $100

Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Information: 215-884-9622

    

Cheernastics

For boys and girls ages 4-7 on Mondays or ages 3-5 on Saturdays
For the beginning cheerleader/tumbler with no experience; emphasizes strength, flexibility, and progressive skills
Mondays or Saturdays
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $45 for Full members; $90 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

 

Rookies 1

For boys and girls ages2-3 and 4-6
Teaches Introduces soccer, basketball, hockey, tennis and other sports, focusing on balance, and hand-eye coordination through modified games and activities. Includes warm-up,skills and drills, instruction with different equipment
Thursdays
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

    

Hip Hop Advanced

For ages 6-10
Children learn new choreographed dance each week
Mondays at 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $45 for Full members; $90 for Program members
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

  

Youth Combo Dance

For boys and girls ages 6-8
Introduction and continuation of all dance forms, including ballet, tap, and jazz
Saturdays at 12:00 noon
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622

  

Dainty Dancers

For boys and girls ages 3-4
Introduces dance and creative movement Children learn the basics of ballet, jazz, and other dance movements.
Offered Thursdays and Saturdays
Register for Early Fall Session September 13-October 31; Late Fall Session November 1-December 19
Cost: $50 for Full members; $100 for Program members
Abington YMCA, 1073 Old York Road, Abington
Information: 215-884-9622


The following dance classes are on hiatus.
   

Hip Hop Circuit for Families

For families with children from age 6 to adult
New class for families who love Hip Hop dancing and are interested in getting a good workout, learning new dance moves, and spending time together.
Mondays, 5:30-6:00 p.m.
Held at the Abington YMCA, 1030 Old York Road, Abington
Cost:  $40/family for Full Privilege members; $80 for Program members
On hiatus
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
On hiatus
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
On hiatus
Information: 215-884-9622

                            

Baseball & Softball            

Abington Baseball Club Travel Registration 2010

Combines travel programs of Abington-Roychester, Ardsley, and Glenside
For Under 11 through Under 17
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: $75
Information: Greg at 215-517-6540 or visit www.eteamz.com/abctravel

  

Abington-Roychester Baseball & Softball Registration 2010

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: Gene at 215-576-0817 for baseball or Nancy at 215-517-8888 for softball  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 2010 Sign-ups

Open to boys and girls ages 4-17 (Must be 4 by 1/1/10)
In-Person Registration at Ardsley/North Hills Club House, 911 G Avenue, Ardsley
Online sign-up sheets at www.anhaa.org
Cost for 2010 season:  T-Ball 6 and under, $80; Baseball/Softball 7-10 years $80; Baseball/Softball 11-17 years, $95
Information: info@anhaa.org or www.anhaa.org

      

2010 East Abington Little League

Request mail-in form at 215-663-8191
Features T-Ball for ages 5-6, Baseball for ages 7-16, Softball for ages 7-16
Cost:  $110 for first child, $100 for second child, $90 for third child  Registration includes fundraising raffle tickets valued at $20.  $10 late fee for registrations after January 23.
Information:  www.eastabingtonll.org  

 

GYAC: Glenside Baseball & Softball Registration Now Open

Register at www.gyac.org for spring baseball and softball
T-Ball age 5-6
Baseball Junior Farm and U8 Softball coach/machine pitch ages 7-8
Baseball Farm League and U10 Softball (kid pitch) ages 9-10
Montco M League Baseball and U12 Softball ages 11-12
Montco M League Baseball and U14 Softball ages 13-14 and 15-16
Boys eligible based on age as of May 1; girls eligible based on age as of January 1
Featuring Phillies Home Run Derby competition
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 and Girls Club Baseball & Softball Registration

Roslyn Boys & Girls Club, 2800 Hammond Road, Roslyn
Baseball: T-Ball for ages 5-6, Coach Pitch for ages 6-7, Intramural for ages 8-9, and Travel for ages 9-18
Softball: Coach Pitch for ages 7-8, Intramurals for ages 9-10, Travel for ages 11-17
Cost:  Discounted if paid by Jan. 31
Information: www.rbgclub.org or call Bob 215-659-1193, John 215-885-7255, or Mark 215-886-6645

 

Basketball   

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

                                                                          

Football

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

Field Hockey

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

    

Ice Hockey 

Abington Ice Hockey Players Wanted for Fall/Winter Schedule

Organized ice hockey
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

Lacrosse

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
Cs contact Pat Marano at 215-588-5005; Ds contact Andy Zucker at 215-906-7830
www.abingtonlacrosseclub.com

Soccer

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

  

Swimming

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.

Wrestling

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

 

 

        

 

 
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