Couch to 5K in 7 Weeks
(Women ages 40+)
Get started now, and sign up for this “Couch to 5K in 7 Weeks” program for women and their peers. This program will progressively and safely prepare participants to walk or run 3.1 miles in a fun, safe and supportive atmosphere. Runners and walkers will gain insights on training methods, pacing, flexibility, strategy, and motivation. On Saturday, June 1st, we will have our own Couch to 5K finale by completing a timed 5K at Community Park.
Instructor Teresa Wheeler will facilitate/coach the class. She is a former Physical Education teacher with her own 5K, 10K, half and full marathon experience. Dress appropriately for the weather & terrain (trails, roads, track), with comfortable, supportive shoes, and bring a water bottle. Participants must register by April 12. Class size limited to 20.
Schedule & Locations: Tue & Thu, Apr 13 - Jun 1; 5:15pm to 6:00pm at SWPRD (5475 Maxwelton Rd),
and
Sat*, Apr 13 - Jun 1; 8:15am to 9:00am at the SWHS track (5675 Maxwelton Rd)
Fee: $45
*April 13 - For the first class, we will meet at the SWPRD building where we will stretch and head out for our first session on the trails.
Golf League Play
(Adults and youth 16+)
Join us Thursday evenings at Island Greens Golf Course for 8 weeks of golf play: shotgun start, straight up golf. Each week will include additional contests & prizes for longest drive, most strokes, most pars, and most greens hit. Free golf will be awarded to the top 3 finishes at the end of the league BBQ (potluck sides, we’ll provide meat). You provide your clubs & balls. Dan Saul, the volunteer coordinator of this program, has been an avid golfer for 25 years, and is the creator of a community soup kitchen which contributes food to those in need. Some of the proceeds of this program will be donated to local food programs.
Dates: Thu, May 9 – Jun 20
Time: 5:30pm Start
Fee: $35 includes tax, plus $9 greens fee required each week paid to Island Greens
Location: Island Greens Golf Course
Co-Ed Drop-in Basketball
(Adult Divisions)
Adults are encouraged to come out and play a pick-up game of basketball with their peers. Refine your skills, get in shape, and Hoop It Up!! These programs are free, but donations are appreciated and support our Youth Basketball Scholarship fund. Participation is at-your-own-risk, and by participating you consent to our waiver/release of liability located on our registration form.
Adults 18+: Coordinator Louis Muniz (360) 969-1028
Dates: Mon, Apr 22 – Jun 17*
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Fee: $0 (Free although donations are accepted)
Location: Langley Middle School main gym
Adults 35+: Coordinator Jeff Charizio (360) 331-5545
Dates: Mon/Wed, Apr 15 – Jun 17*
Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm
Fee: $0 (Free although donations are accepted)
Location: South Whidbey High School gym
* Schedule may vary on South Whidbey School District early release or non-school days. Please check with your coordinator for schedule updates.
Co–Ed Volleyball
(Adults)
Join us for a game of volleyball with a great group of people. Enjoy a 2-hour workout while playing volleyball, improving on your skills and having fun. Participation is at–your–own–risk, and by participating you consent to our standard waiver/release of liability located on our registration form.
South Whidbey: Coordinator Amber O’Brien (360) 320–1757
Dates: Tue, Apr 16 – Jun 18
Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm*
Fee: $0 (Free)
Location: Langley Middle School gym
* No volleyball on holidays. Schedule may vary on School District early release or non-school days. Please check with your coordinator for schedule updates.
Co–Ed Softball League
(Adults ages 18+)
Come and show us that you still have it! Get exercise and blow off end–of–the–week steam at the best fields around, at beautiful Community Park. Get a team together or join the pick–up list. This is a clean, community oriented, alcohol–free league. ASA rules for softball will be followed, with a few revisions (rules will be posted herewhen season begins). Emphasis is on healthful competition in a recreational atmosphere. We provide 1 umpire per game to facilitate fair and spirited games. Teams may sign up online or on paper on our team roster form. Teams will play 2 games per evening, for a total of 14-16 games plus tournament. Teams may have a bye. Games will begin at 6pm. Mandatory Team Manager’s meeting on Mon, June 17, at 6pm in the Crow’s Nest at Community Park. Fees cover the cost of game balls, umpires, field use, & tournament. Uniforms are not required or provided. Team registration deadline June 14! 8 team maximum.
Dates: Fri*, Jun 28–Aug 23*
Time: 6:00pm
Fee:
$225 plus $35 per person; max team fee $750 (includes tax)
Location: Community Park in Langley
*Plus a tournament on Saturday, August 24. Games will be on Wednesday, July 31, instead of Friday that respective week.
Sailing Class for Adults
(Adults, Beginner & Intermediates)
Come feel the wind on your face, breathe the fresh air and learn how those little boats get from place to place using only the wind. It’s easy and fun. We know it’s one of those things you always wanted to do–so do it now!! Two sessions of the US Sailing Course for Beginning Sailing are being offered by the South Whidbey Yacht Club. NEW for 2013 Sailing students may attend a Regatta Day event on Saturday, June 29th to enjoy a day of sailing on Lone Lake with friends and family.
Our Head Instructor is US Sailing certified and will be assisted by experienced dinghy sailors. For more information about Adult Sailing, click here. Min 4/Max 12.
Dates and Time: Tue/Thu, Jun 11–20; 2:00pm – 4:30pm*
OR Tue/Thu, Jun 11–20; 5:00pm –7:30pm*
Fee:
$200**
Location: Classes are taught in an open air classroom setting and on the water at Lone Lake*.
*Join us for a group orientation Tuesday, June 11, 10:00am–Noon at the SWPRD Rec Center Room 111. This orientation is not mandatory but will enhance your learning experience and give you confidence. After orientation, lessons will start at the Lone Lake Public Access for on–the–water instruction in SF Pelican Sailboats.
**Current SWYC members receive a $50 discount.
