I know it's hard to believe that school is starting back soon, but many parents will welcome the change.  School means a little more structure after a summer of "Hanging out."  But school isn't the only change.  When school starts back so does so many of our area's great after-school activities.  If you want to find an activity that fits your child, use our comprehensive guide.

Mamunchis- 115 South 8th Street, Opelika. 334-737-6070. www.mamunchis.com
Pint Size Picassos- Allowing children creative freedom to explore the world around them through drawing, painting, and texture allows them to grow as individuals. Individuality is shown with unique take home projects. Each age appropriate class focuses on ways to encourage creativity, exploration, and free play.
Pint Size Picassos 1: 4 months-12 months. This class focuses on textures, shapes and colors. Your baby will be free to explore all of the wonderful things around him in a safe and stimulating environment.
Pint Size Picassos 2: 13 months-24 months. This class builds on what baby learns in Pint Size Picassos 1 and focuses on colors, shapes, textures, the first scribbles and finger paints. Your toddler will be given more creative freedom for exploration and self expression.
Pint Size Picassos 3: 25 months - 36 months. This class focuses on more advanced art concepts and mediums. Your toddler will continue to experiment with drawing and painting; a new art medium, clay, will be introduced. Group and individual projects will get a little more sophisticated, exciting, and intricate.
Class Fee: $70/8 week session for parent and child

• Opelika Parks and Recreation- Denson Drive Recreation Center; 334-705-5558
Kids ‘N’ Klay – Beginner Ages: 9 & up; Fee: $35 / 6 week session/ Tuesdays 3:30-5:00 pm
Kids ‘N Klay – Advanced Age: 9 & up; Fee: $35 / 6 week session/ Thursdays 3:30-5:00 pm
Pastels for Kids- Ages: 9-12; Wednesdays 4:00- 5:00pm; Fee: $45.00
Pastels for Kids II- Ages: 5-8 years old; Thursdays 4:00 – 5:00pm; Fee: $45.00
Cerami Kids I- Ages: 6 to 8 years; Wednesdays 3:30– 4:30pm; Fee: $25.00/8 week session;
Cerami Kids II-Ages: 9 and up; Tuesdays 3:30 – 4:30pm; Fee: $25.00/8 week session
Cerami Kids III (Homeschoolers)- Ages: 9 & up; Monday 1:00pm – 2:00pm; Fee: $25.00/8 week session
I Love Art!- Preschool ages 3 – 5; Sept. 16 - October 21; Thursdays 9:15 - 10:00am; Fee: $40; Not your everyday arts & crafts! Come and explore the world of art through color, self-expression, various media and art history for the very young. Parents are encouraged to accompany your child, but not required.
Young Masters Art for Homeschoolers-Ages 6 – 8; September 16 - October 21; Thursdays, 10:15 - 11:00am; Fee $40. Think that art and history don’t have that much in common? Think again! Class will explore art through historical studies and use various media to create original pieces reflecting artwork of each period. Please wear clothes that will let your imagination soar (that means, it doesn’t matter if they get dirty!)
Meet the Great Artists for Homeschoolers- Ages: 9 – 12; Sept. 16 - October 21; Thursdays 11:15 - 12:00 am; Fee $40. Let’s learn from the great masters of art! Each week we will study a different artist or school of thought and create our own masterpieces in their style. Please remember to wear messy clothes... every great artist end up “wearing” some of their own work!

Before/After School Care

A to Z Home Daycare- “Quality Care When You’re Not There.” Belinda Dowdell- 821-3292 or 663-5961. Registering Now for Fall! Ages 6 weeks-12 years. 5:30am-6:30 pm Monday-Friday. Before and after school drop off/pick up service. Homework help and snacks provided after school.

Auburn First Baptist Child Development Center- 128 East Glenn Avenue, Auburn. Open House August 2nd and we have open registration for our 4-K and Afterschool programs. Call Jennifer 821-8125. Infant through 6 years and after care program available. 7:00 am – 5:30 pm. Transportation from schools available. Children are given many opportunities in art, music, science, home living, blocks, puzzles, other manipulative activities and large motor skill activities to encourage their growth.

Bonnie’s Kids Child Care Inc. -2314 Enterprise Drive, Opelika. 745-6248. Ages: 4 weeks to 10 year old. 6:00 am- 5:30 pm; Monday – Friday. “Where children grow.” Closed circuit monitoring; computer & dance programs; pick up from school for Beauregard, Opelika & Auburn for after school programs, and summer camps. We are licensed for up to 200 children / DHR Licensed for 22 years. Summer Activities Program for School Age children; Breakfast, Lunch, & Snack provided (USDA Food Program) Dance, Gymnastics, and Music Classes offered at the Center

Frog Legs Inflatable Party Zone- 467 North Dean Rd, Auburn. 887-8764 or 321-8221. www.froglegsparty.com . NEW! Register now for Frog Legs after school care! Monday- Friday 3:00-6:00 pm. Includes pick up from school, quiet room to do homework, snacks, & supervised play time!

Growing Room Child Development Center- 644 North Dean Road, Auburn. 334-501-2044. : www.growingroomusa.com; 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday: 6 weeks-12 years old. Give Your Child the Growing Room Experience! “On Our Block”-language based curriculum, Character Education programs, A Beka Phonics, extracurricular programs include JumpBunch, Dance, and Spanish, & before and after school care to most Auburn City Schools.

Hardy’s Creative Child Care - 222 North College Street, Auburn. Contact Martha Hardy 821-4514. Ages: 18 months-11 years old. 6:30 am – 5:45 pm . After School program including pick up transportation; Developmentally appropriate curriculum. Nationally Accredited

Lakeview Preschool Adventures- 1600 East Glenn Ave, Auburn. Holly Hutto at 332-5131 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; It is not too late to enroll for the 2010 – 2011 school year!! Classes for 1-4 year olds; 2 day, 3, day and 4 day a week options. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Lakeview Preschool Adventures is a Christ centered program that focuses on Scripture memory, Bible stories, social interaction and letter and number recognition.We believe that the most important task we have is to help children develop mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially through a planned curriculum. Chapel and music experiences too.

Milestones Learning Center- 1811 E Glenn Ave, Auburn. Lee Sides (334) 887-4391 ; www.milestoneslc.com; 6 weeks old – Pre-K / Full time and part time available; Monday- Friday; 6:30 am- 6:00 pm.“Believes Childhood is a Journey, not a Race”. High/Scope Curriculum. Children learn through direct, hands-on experiences with people, objects, events, and ideas. Kindermusik, ABC Music and Me, Premier Tumbling, The Big Green Bus, and more! Fall registration going on now! Afterschool care and transportation available.

University Daycare, LLC Child Care Center- 2454 East University Drive, Auburn, 826-7337. Enrolling now for Fall! Ages 6 weeks-12 years old. Full and part time available; Monday-Friday. Before and after school care and pickup available.

Village Montessori Academy- 231 E. Drake Ave., Auburn. 334-887-7726; www.VillageMontessoriSchool.org. Fall 2010 openings available – Classes start August 16. 6wks-10yrs old, Monday-Friday 6:45am-5: 45pm. We pick up from Auburn City Schools and Lee Scott Academy. All Staff are CPR & First Aid certified, Security Lobby and Camera’s in all rooms. Curriculums for all ages. Primary Half-Day Program-Ages 3 to 6 years; 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; Primary Full-Day Program- Ages 3 to 6 years; 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Elementary School Day Program- Ages 6 to 12 years; 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. After school enrichment and early morning drop-off also available!

Wee Care Daycare-1745 East University Drive, Auburn. 821-0066; 6 weeks old-12 years
6:30am -6:00 pm. Child care and early learning facility; transportation before and after school.

• Auburn City Schools -Extended day offers children the opportunity to have individualized tutoring, participation in creative activities, and interaction with peers. Tuition prices are on a sliding scale based on lunch status. Activities such as art, sports, computer, music and movement, and other clubs added throughout the year help children interact socially and physically with children of all backgrounds in their community. Tutoring allows individualized instruction tailored to student’s learning styles and levels of understanding therefore improving grades and self-esteem. For more information, please contact your child’s school.

• BRIDGES After-School Program is an out-of-school time program of care and supervision for children ages 10-14 sponsored by the Employers’ Child Care Alliance. Based on an innovative curriculum, participants will be involved in a variety of healthy, fun, educational and interactive program elements (or clubs). With a commitment to quality and adequate supervision, staff/student ratios will be no more than 1 to 12. Tutoring will be offered from 3:15-4:00. Snack will be provided. 3:15 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. The program will operate according to the Drake Middle School calendar. The weekly fee for after-school care is $35. a maximum enrollment of 40 children. Call (334) 749-8400

• Opelika City Schools- Extended Day is a program sponsored by the Opelika City Schools to provide a safe, friendly environment for children who need after school care. CARES offers tutors, homework assistance, recreation, school clubs, special activities, field trips and other areas of enrichment for children who attend elementary schools in Opelika. $10 Registration Fee per Child. $40 per week for the first child and $20 per week for additional children in the same family. For more information, please contact your child’s school.

• The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County- 400-B Boykin Street, Auburn; 334-821-6020; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . & 1610 Toomer Street, Opelika. (334) 745-2582; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . An after school Youth Development program that serves youth ages 6-18 in Greater Lee County during the hours of 2:30-6:30pm. Our afternoons begin with a healthy snack followed by Power Hour: Making Every Minute Count in which our club members spend time reading, receiving homework assistance and tutoring. The remainder of our evening is filled with fun programming in five core areas including Character and Leadership Development; Education and Career Development; Health and Life Skills; The Arts; and Sports, Fitness, and Recreation.

Dance

Make Your Move Performing Arts Studio-”Everyone’s a STAR!” 116 Columbus Parkway, Opelika and Valley Sportsplex. 334-705-0205. www.makeyourmovedance.com. Fall registration is July 13 & 15th. Classes enrolling now! Dance classes for boys and girls of all ages including baton, tap, jazz, ballet, acrobats, hip hop, contemporary, combination classes and more! Offering recreational and competition classes.

• Nix Dance Studio- 850 Stage Road, Auburn. 887-7250 or visit us at www.nixdancestudios.com Open house- Monday July 26th 3:00-6:00 or Tuesday July 27th 3:00-6:00. Select your schedule and shoe fittings.

• Opelika Parks and Recreation- Hip Hop Dance- Ages: 10 & up; Monday & Wednesday (8 weeks) 6:00-7:00 pm; Fee: $50; SportsPlex
Baton- Age: 5 year old and up; 1st week of September – Christmas parade; 4:00 until 6:00pm; Fee: $40.00 plus $15.00 baton fee if needed; Covington Recreation Center

• Rising Starz Performing Arts Center- 2140 E. University Drive, Auburn. (Across from Wynnsong Movie Theater). (334) 209-1464 or (334) 498-0308. Classes registering now for fall. Offering classes in tap, ballet, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, musical theatre, baton, combo and much more!

• Variations Dance- 323 Airport Road, Suite E, Auburn. (334) 275-5013. July Open House- July 26-28; 31st from 12:00-2:00

Educational

Discovery Toys- “Teach. Play. Inspire.” Buy our high quality toys, books, and games either through our online catalogue or host a demonstration in your home and earn FREE toys! Each product is carefully developed to support a variety of age-appropriate learning skills for children of all ages. Call Jennifer Sammons –Senior Educational Consultant - today- 334-332-1771

Kumon- “Setting a Good Routine for Homework”. Tuesday September 14; 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Flint’s Crossing Shopping Center at The Kumon Math and Reading Center
Homework is inevitable for your student’s success in academics. The struggles surrounding homework can be minimized with the establishment of a routine. We invite you to a parent session with our Instructor to share some strategies with you for working through the “homework crisis.” There will also be some time for parents to share their own ideas. Please call the Kumon Center (334-501-8586) to register your attendance.
The Kumon Math and Reading Center offers a program to help your child reach their potential. Many students are working above grade level while others need some extra instruction. Orientations for parents are held Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. We encourage you to stop by the Center to pick up information prior to attending an Orientation session. FREE PLACEMENT Tests are administered by appointment. Please call to schedule your child’s testing. (334-501-8586)

Mamunchis- 115 South 8th Street, Opelika. 334-737-6070. www.mamunchis.com
Spanish for Toddlers- introduce your toddler to the wonderful world of the Spanish language. We will cover topics such as body parts, animals, greetings, colors, and create fun projects with the topic of the day in mind. It’s proven that the earlier a child is exposed to a foreign language the easier it is to pick it up later in life. Class Fee: $65/8 week session

Sylvan Learning- 687 North Dean Rd, Auburn. 826-3600. www.sylvanlearning.com; Fall Hours -Monday -Thursday 3:00-7:00pm and Friday 3:00-5:00pm. For more than 30 years, Sylvan has helped more than two million students learn to read, write, calculate and organize themselves to reach their potential inside and outside of the classroom. More importantly, Sylvan has helped children develop a love of learning and a confidence that they carry throughout their lives. Our proven process begins with a Sylvan Skills Assessment test that is designed to identify your child’s strengths and needs, so that we can then create a personalized program that’s right for your child. Our trained and certified teachers ensure that your child receives the individualized attention necessary to master the skills needed to do better in school and better in life. ACT Prep Class is coming! Are you ready? Let Auburn Sylvan help you! ACT Prep class-Class covers English, Reading, Math, and Science! Amazing ACT savings- Bring one friend save $100 on entire course. Bring two friends save $150 on entire course. Bring ten friends attend ACT course FREE!

The Little Tree Learning Center- 421 Opelika Road, Auburn . 826-1847 or Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it website- www.learning-tree.org. Ages: 2 years old-5 years old / Up to 16 children served at a time; 7:45am -3:00 pm; Monday-Friday
1) Preschool program for typically developing peer models- Pre-reading skills, basic math concepts, handwriting, and social interactions. Our peer models learn to interact with children who may act differently and come to understand the difficulties the children with ASD diagnoses experience in communicating and learning. They learn to be great helpers and good teachers of social interactions to the children with disabilities in our program.
2) ABA Behavioral Intervention Program for Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders provides intensive ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) services for children with autism spectrum disorders in a setting with typically developing peers. We also meet weekly with parents to insure they are trained to implement all programming for their child when in home and community settings.

Fitness

• BabyGym & PlayGym- Classes meet August- May at Health Plus at 1171 Gatewood Drive, Auburn. Heather Lillie 334-728-0597.
BabyGym- ages 4-14 months. Parents exercise with their children, learn how to reinforce reflexes and encourage development. Includes singing games, parachute play, music, keepsake handprint & footprint art projects and much more! Each class meets once a week for 8 weeks.
PlayGym- 2 classes (12-23 months & 22-36 months). Every class includes an art project, turn taking games, parachute play, rhythm band music, fun with friends and more! Class activities will center around a different theme each week. Each class meets once a week for 8 weeks.
Water Babies- Baby’s first swim lesson. American Red Cross Parent and Child Aquatics builds swimming readiness by emphasizing fun in the water. Children learn elementary skills, including water entry, bubble blowing, front kicking, back floating, underwater exploration, and more. Keena Dowdell or call 334-887-5666 ext 250.

• Opelika Parks and Recreation- Play On! This is a play based fitness class, promoting physical fitness and fun through use of the playground equipment and creative learning activities. Fee: $25 / 8 weeks Begins August 23rd;: 1st – 3rd grade - Tuesday and Thursday, 3:30- 4:30pm; 4th – 6th grade - Monday and Wednesday, 3:30-4:30pm. Meet at the Denson Drive Center. Class will take place in the municipal park. The class will focus on six elements of play: brachiating, climbing, swinging, sliding, spinning, and balancing. Each week there will be different games and activities that encompass all of these elements. Ben White -705-5547 or Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Gymnastics

Premier Spirit Academy- 923 B Stage Road, Auburn. 334-821-7300; www.premierspiritacademy.com; Register today! Lee County’s finest cheer and tumbling facility, featuring spring competition floors, air track and tumble tracks. Offering classes for boys and girls of all ages! Ask about our private lessons and a free trial class. We flip over birthday parties at Premier….Make your party reservations today!
*Parent and Tot- ages 18-35 months. Parents join in on the tumbling fun with their kids.
*Preschool Tumbling- 3-4 years. Learn the basic tumbling skills.
*Youth Tumbling 1-3 and Advanced Tumbling- Ages 7 years and up. Advance your skills in tucks, handsprings, round off and more!
*Cheer Class- Get ready for cheerleading tryouts! Improve on your jumps and cheer motions. Not a tumbling class.
*Squad Lessons- Need help with team competition routines or music? Year round help.
*All- Stars- Become a competitive cheerleader! The Knights-All Stars practice year round and compete locally and nationally.
*Knights Special Needs All-Stars- This team offers special needs athletes in our area to compete in cheerleading as a sport. Ages 7 years and older.

The Big Green Bus of Auburn- Kelly McArdle 334-332-0833. BGB is a school bus that has been converted into a safe and fun preschool gymnastics facility. Our bus will travel to your child’s preschool once a week for a convenient, structured workout! Your child will learn the basics of gymnastics on the balance beam, horizontal bar, vault, tumbling mats, and rings. Also, coordination, strength, and agility will be developed on the mini-trampoline., rock climbing wall, monkey bar, and zip line. Our lesson plans are based on the Junior Olympic Developmental Program. The Big Green Bus of Auburn will also come to your fall festivals, birthday parties, church or special events. Don’t miss out! Call today for more information or to reserve your date!

• Auburn Gymnastics Academy- Earlon & Betty McWhorter Center for Women’s Athletics on Wire Road and W. Samford Avenue, Auburn University. 334.844.9098

• Opelika Parks and Recreation
Power Tumbling- Ages 2 and up. Denson Drive Recreation Center; Call Ben White 705-5547.
Level I, Level II, Level III, Cheer Prep Class and Parent and Me - August 23rd thru October 15th; Monday-Thursday; Fees: Levels 1 and up $55.00 one day per week/quarter and $90.00 for two days per week/quarter. Parent and Me Tumbling and 4 year old classes $45.00/quarter
Tumbling TEAM- Thursdays 5:30pm; Power Tumbling Camps: Fall Quarter 2010 -Oct 19th, 20th and 21st. Holiday session- November 1st thru December 17th.

Horseback Riding

H & G Horse Quarters- 943 Lee Road 57, Auburn. Call Jen Morton 334-887-0026. Riding lessons registering now! www.hghorsequarters.com. H&G offers English Hunt Seat Riding Instruction to both children and adults. We emphasize safety, responsibility, and aim to meet the needs of each rider and horse combination. Over 100 students ride weekly in our program. Our lesson program consists of competitive riders, beginner children and adults, and a strong college group. We regularly compete at one day local shows and weekend rated shows. We also have monthly sanctioned horse shows at H&G. We have a great selection of school horses and ponies at different levels to provide our students many options. Three arenas, complete with jumps, lights, sprinklers, and other appropriate teaching materials provide the excellent environment necessary for quality instruction.

Martial Arts

Auburn Academy of Mixed Martial Arts- “Your home for the traditional korean martial arts of TaeKwonDo and HapKiDo”. 323 Airport Road, Auburn. 334-502-7221. www.auburnacademy.com. Classes registering now for all ages! Open house August 28th 10:00-12:00noon.Kinder Kick, Beginner, Advanced, Adults, Kettleball, and Homeschoolers. No registration or membership fees.Ask about our family member discounts.

• Opelika Parks and Recreation – Karate: Begins Tuesday September 7th at the Sportsplex; Fee: $65 for 12 weeks; Tuesday & Thursday; 5-7 year olds - 4:30-5:15 pm; 8-12 year olds – 5:15-6:00pm; 12 + & family – 6:00- 6:50pm. All beginner classes are non-competitive and non-contact.

Music

Kindermusik at AUMC- Auburn United Methodist Church. Patti Hanson 826-8800. www.aumc.net; Classes begin August 16- December 9. Monday- Thursday available. Ages birth-7 years old. Village, Our Time, Imagine That! Young Child, Family Time, and Sign & Sign.

Mamunchis- 115 South 8th Street, Opelika. 334-737-6070. www.mamunchis.com
Kindermusik- Sign and Sing- Through songs and play, you’ll both learn signs for words like “mommy” and “eat,” and you’ll know if he wants “more” “milk” and when he’s “all done.” This research-proven signing class for hearing children speeds language development, eases frustration, and enhances long-term learning abilities. Class Fee: $85/8 week session for Parent and Child
Kindermusik- ABCs Sing with Me- helps two to four-year-olds develop pre-literacy and language skills through a child’s most-loved rituals: music and story time. Class Fee: $50/month for Child

• Opelika Parks and Recreation- EZ Guitar I - Beginner – Wednesday 4:00-4:30 p.m. Start off learning easy chords and develop into more advance chords. Great method for learning popular songs in all styles of music. 8 weeks -Beginning September 15th ; Fee: $55 ($5 materials); Age: 13 & up. Learn to play guitar the easy way through simple chords. Fun and economical.
Instant Chord Style Piano- Wednesday 3:30-4:00 p.m. 8 weeks -Beginning September 15th. If you yearn to experience the joy of playing piano. Learn the secrets of the trade to make piano playing part of your life. Age: 15 & up. Fee: $55 Supplies Required: Chord Style Piano Book-from instructor: $21. West African Rhythms Drum Class at the Sportsplex- Age: 9-17 yrs

Play and Fun

Frog Legs Inflatable Party Zone- 467 North Dean Rd, Auburn. 887-8764 or 321-8221. www.froglegsparty.com . Frog Legs is an indoor facility with several inflatables, games, toddler area and a snack bar. The perfect place to play in the after a long day at school or have a jam packed birthday party or get together for any special occasion! It’s a cool place to bounce during those hot days in August Open Play will be: Monday - Thurs 10am - 6pm; Friday & Saturday 10am - 8pm; Sunday 1pm -5pm. Ask about our After School Care Service!

Mamunchis- 115 South 8th Street, Opelika. 334-737-6070. www.mamunchis.com
Family Fun Class- Ages 3 months- 5 years. Family Fun class brings song, reading, games, and family and individual art projects. Come and enjoy some free time all while encouraging cooperation, friendship, and love between siblings and friends. We’ll have age appropriate activities for all members of your family and encourage older siblings to help their younger brother or sister. Class Fee: $75 for two siblings and parent/8 week class. Additional child is $15
Drop In Play Date and Story Time- Every Friday- Newborn-12 months; 11:30am-12:30pm and
12 months and up; 10:00-11:00am. Come and join us every Friday for play dates and story time. Mamunchis and It Takes a Village Enrichment Center is excited to offer a place where parents can network while their children play and learn.
Free Story Time- Friday, 11:00-11:30am; For all ages with books, songs, puppets!

Surfside Water Park- 2780 South College Street, Auburn. www.surfsidewaterpark.com ; Great way to spend your weekends in August! We will be open every day until August 8. After August 8th, the park will be open on Saturdays and Sundays only until September 6. Come slide down the 6 water slides, tube the wave pool, float round the lazy river and splash in the huge kiddie area!

Scouting
• Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Lee County- 1610 Toomer St., Opelika.(334) 745-2582
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ; www.bgcleeco.org; boys ages 6-18 years.

• Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama- 145 Coliseum Blvd; Montgomery, AL 36109; 1-800-239-6636 or 334-272-9164; www.girlscoutssa.org; girls ages 5-17 years. Daisies, Brownies and Girl Scouts meetings are held at St. Michael’s Church on various days and times. 887-5540
Sports

• Auburn Parks and Recreation- Fall Sports Registration Information
Online Registration for Baseball, Softball, and Flag Football- July 19 – August 13; www.auburnalabama.org/baseball (baseball and softball); www.auburnalabama.org/football (flag football) Fee: Online - $25 + online fees
Walk in Registration- Baseball, Softball, and Flag Football- Walk in Registration July 19 – August 13; Dean Road Recreation Center. Fee: Walk in - $ 35.00

Fall Instructional League – Baseball/Softball; Registration July 19 – August 13; Dean Road Recreation Center; Walk in Baseball - $150 and Walk in Softball - $75

Online Soccer Registration- July 26 – August 11; www.auburnalabama.org/soccer; Fee: Online - $60 + online fees
Walk-in Soccer Registration-Wednesday, August 11, 6 – 7 p.m. Auburn Soccer Complex; Fee: Walk in - $70

Online Tackle Football Registration- August 2 – August 14; www.auburnalabama.org/football; Fee: Online - $ 60 + online fees
Walk-in Tackle Football Registration- Saturday, August 14, 10 a.m. – Noon at Dean Road Recreation Center; Fee: Walk in - $70

Cheerleading Registration- August 2 – August 27 at Dean Road Recreation Center; Fee: Walk in $60

Start Smart Registration-August 2 – August 27 at Dean Road Recreation Center; Fee: Walk in $50

• Opelika Parks and Recreation-
Basketball -JR Pro Basketball (Boy & Girls):
Registration: October 26th – December 18th; Age: Boys: 1st – 3rd Grade; Girls: 1st & 2nd grade
Fee: $ 25; Game Days: Saturday morning (January – March ). Location: Covington Center & Sportsplex. Practice begins January 9th

Boys and Girls Basketball Youth Leagues
Registration: October 26th – November 6th; Boys Age: 4th – 6th Grades; Girls Age: 3rd – 7th Grades; Fee: $ 25. Location: Sportsplex. Games/practices: Monday – Friday 4:30-7:30 p.m. (November-March)

7th & 8th Grade Boys League
Fee: $25; Tuesday/Thursday 5:00 -6:00 p.m. Location: Covington Center

Boys High School Basketball Organized League
Age: 9th – 12th grade; Registration begins November 10th and ends December 4th; Fee: $ 25
Monday/Wednesday 5:00-6.00 p.m.; Location: Covington Center

Bulldog Youth Football- Age: 6-9 yrs. (cannot turn 10 before Sept. 1st). Fee: $30-Registration
Registration: Begins Aug. 9th - Aug.20th. Saturday 8:00 a.m. Location: Bulldog Stadium
PAYS Meetings: NO CHILD will be placed on a team until parent/guardian attends PAYS meeting. Coaches needed.

Bulldog Youth Football Cheerleaders
Registration ends August 22nd. Cheer in a fun environment in Bulldog Stadium
Fee: $8 plus uniform (approx.$60) Age: 5-9 years- (K-3rd grade). Saturday 8:00 a.m.
Location: Bulldog Stadium. Must pay for uniform when sized. Call Covington Center for sizing dates. 705-5550

Midget League Football
Fee: $30 – Registration; Age: 10-12 yrs. (cannot turn 13 before Sept. 1st) Registration: Aug. 9th - Aug. 20th. Days: Mon/Tues/Thurs; 5:30 OR 6:30 p.m. Location: Moore Stadium
Supplies needed: Pants, Shoes, mouthpiece & pads for pants. Coaches needed.
NO CHILD will be placed on a team until parent/guardian attends PAYS meeting.

Midget League Cheerleader
Fee: $8 plus uniform ($65) (see sizing dates)
Age: Grades 4th – 7th Grade (20010-2011 school year). Mon/Tues/Wed/5:30 OR 6:30 p.m.
Location: Moore Stadium. Sponsors needed. Must pay for uniform when sized.
Call Covington Center for sizing dates. 705-5550

Soccer Registration: Aug 9th -13th & 16th -20th 8:00am – 6:30pm; Ages: 3-15; Fee: $30. The fall soccer league is for all children who want to participate in a team sport in an organized and fun environment. Every child will be placed on a team and receive a uniform that includes jersey shorts and socks. Games and Practices: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays 5:30, 6:30 & 7:00. Practices begin Sept 13th. Games: Sept 20th – Nov.18th. Location: W. James Samford Jr. Soccer Complex. Contact Melissa Martin 334-705-2490

NEW! Opelika Crush Club Soccer- Opelika will begin a club soccer program this fall for players ages 8-14 wanting to participate in a competition level soccer program. A parent/player meeting for all interested will be August 10 6:30pm at the Opelika SportsPlex. For more information contact Melissa Martin 334-705-2490

Fall Youth Swim Lessons- Session I: September 7-September 30; Session II: October 5- October 28; Session III: November 2- November 30. Tuesday & Thursday; 5:30-6:15pm.
Fee: $45; Age: 4-12; SportsPlex Pool. Class Limited to 20 swimmers per session

Home School Swim Program- September 8- October 27; Monday & Wednesday, 1:00-2:00pm
Age: 3rd Grade – 12th Grade (Must know how to swim, this is not swimming lesson). Fee: $50 ( $10 discount per second and third child ). SportsPlex Pool. This class is for homeschoolers to sharpen swimming skills and learn about water safety.

Parent & Me Swim Lesson- September 13- October 11, Monday 5:30-6:00pm; Sportsplex Pool;
Age: 6months- 3 years; Fee: $45. Designed for parents interested in acquainting their children to the water in a fun and safe environment. Teaches infants and toddlers water adjustment, blowing bubbles, and under water exploration.

Opelika SeaDawgs Swim Team Fall Swim Team- Monday, Tuesday & Thursday beginning September 13; 6:00-7:00pm; Ages 6-18 years. Fee: $30 ( $10 discount per sibling). Swim practice for the serious swimmer who wants to stay in shape.

• Sports Academy-3768 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801. (334) 749-4040. www.sportsacademyauburn.com
Fall Instructional League- August 23 - September 16 (baseball) & September 20 - Thursday, October 14 (softball). Boys, ages 7-12 years old- Machine and Kid Pitch. Girls, ages 8-12 years old
Baseball: $150 – includes 4 weeks of instruction and controlled games. Softball: $75 - includes 4 weeks of instruction and controlled games. Practices approximately 2 hours long. Coaches are encouraged to attend practices with their teams. Scrimmages and “live defense” will be included in these practices. Games and practices will be held at Duck Samford Park fields. Walk In registration begins Monday July 19, 2010 thru Friday, August 13. Please register in person at Dean Road Recreation Center

6th Annual Fall Instructional Wood Bat Baseball League- September 27 - October 25; Mondays 5:30-7:30pm. Any area high school baseball player who is currently in 9th-12thgrade will make up 7 Teams – 10 total players per team – 5 pitchers per team.
*Infielders-Outfielders - 5 training sessions; Mondays, 5:30-7:30 pm, September 27 - October 25
*Pitchers-Catchers - 5 training sessions; Tuesdays or Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30, September 28 – October 27
*Long Toss Program for pitchers at Old Duck Samford Park; September 25; 9:00-10:00 am
*Wood Bat Baseball League doubleheaders games played at Lee Scott Academy or Opelika High School. Saturdays: October 2, 9, 16 & 23
Cost - $325 per player, includes Sports Academy game jersey, 5 training sessions, 1 long toss session (pitchers) and 8 games. Wood bats also included. Registration-League fills up quickly! First Come, First-Serve Basis – Limited spots available. Teams will be formed no later than September 6. Complete application and return to Sports Academy with $150 non-refundable deposit. •