Summer calendar

AIKIDO FOR KIDS

An eight-week class on aikido for youngsters will be offered by the city

of Newport Beach from 5 to 5:45 p.m. June 21 to Aug. 22.

Topics to be covered include throws, joint locks and pins. Along with the

enhanced movement coordination, participants will learn a philosophy of

nonaggression and harmony with others that can be applied to daily life.

Registration is $60 and the class is for youngsters ages 6 to 12.

Classes will be held at 4533 MacArthur Blvd., Suite B in Newport Beach.

For information, call (949) 553-0160.

NEWPORT BEACH AQUATICS CLUB

The Newport Beach Aquatics Club is a year-round team dedicated to the

development of competitive swimming.

Workouts will be divided by age and ability levels and will be coached by

Ted Bandaruk and All-American coach Rod Turner.

Registration will be taken on site and an equipment fee of $30 is payable

to the swim coach at the first practice, then every three months

thereafter.

There is also an annual U.S. Swimming fee of $35. For information, call

640-6740.

BASEBALL CAMP

Newport Beach will offer two weeklong baseball camps for ages 6 to 12 --

from July 17 to 21 and July 31 to Aug. 4.

Each camp will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and each camper is asked to

bring water, lunch and a snack to each day.

A baseball, T-shirt and an evaluation will be given to each camper after

the camp is completed.

The program will focus on baseball fundamentals through drills and fun

games in a relaxed setting.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

BASKETBALL CAMP

Newport Beach will host two youth basketball camps for ages 7 to 14.

The camps will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 17 to 21 and July 31 to Aug. 4. Registration is $96 per player, which includes a basketball,

T-shirt and evaluation.

Each camper is asked to bring water, lunch and a snack.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

FIVE-MAN BASKETBALL

Today is the deadline to sign up for Newport Beach summer league five-man

basketball, with the league running from June 19 to Aug. 31.

For those who miss the summer deadline, Fall Leagues will begin Sept. 11,

with the sign-up deadline set for Aug. 11.

Registration is set on a team basis only. For information, call (949)

644-3163.

YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Newport Beach has put together a youth basketball league that will begin

June 5 for ages 6 to 12.

The season will last 10 weeks. The registration fee is $40 per player.

Teams will play once per week and practice two days a week at various

locations.

Registrations will be accepted by mail, fax or walk-in by 5 p.m. June 2;

then again in-person at the practice site June 5.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

ADULT, YOUTH BOATING

Newport Beach will offer four-hour beginners’ workshops, beginning July

1, for people ages 14 and up.

The 8 a.m. to noon workshops are designed for participants to become

familiar with paddling calm bays in touring kayaks. There will be an

orientation on equipment, safety guidelines and a three-hour on-water

session on paddling techniques, wet exits and in-water rescues.

Registration is $65. A wetsuit is required and rentals are available

through the Southwind Kayak Center.

Youngsters must have a liability waiver signed by the parent.

For information, call (949) 261-0200.

CANOE/KAYAK CAMP

Youngsters ages 8 to 12 will learn basic kayaking and canoeing skills in

various weeklong camps offered by Newport Beach.

Registration for each session is $125 and there are 10 weeklong camps to

chose from.

Each day of camp, youngsters and their instructors will paddle to

destinations around Newport Bay, with the final day consisting of relay

races and hot dogs at the Newport Aquatic Center.

Campers must pass a five-minute swim test and they should bring a towel,

sunscreen, wind breaker and snacks to each camp. Locker rooms with

showers will be available.

A teen canoe/kayak will also be available throughout July and August for

youngsters ages 13 to 18.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

CLIMBING CAMP

Designed for ages 9 to 16, this camp will teach proper techniques for

safe rock climbing, including how to tie proper knots, belaying protocol

and hand and foot technique.

The purpose of this camp is to push climbers to their limits, while

allowing them to expand their comfort zones, build confidence and develop

problem-solving skills.

Camps will be held at the ClimbX Indoor Rock Climbing Gym, 18411 Gothard

St., Unit 1, Huntington Beach.

Registration is $90 and the camps will take place throughout July and

August.

For information call the ClimbX Indoor Rock Climbing Gym at (714)

843-9919.

ROCK CLIMBING

Rock-climbing classes of all levels will be taught throughout July and

August at the ClimbX Gym, 18411 Gothard St. Unit I in Huntington Beach.

The registration fee is $55 and each class will run from 7 to 9 p.m.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays.

For information, call (714) 843-9919.

FISHING LESSONS

Newport Beach will offer a fishing seminar from 8:30 a.m. to noon July 7

at the Balboa Angling Club for ages 7 to 12.

Class topics will include how to tie fishing knots, finding and catching

bait, determining the best bait for use for specific fish and places to

look for different fish.

Included in the $22 registration fee is a sport fishing identification

book and an excursion to one of the instructor’s favorite fishing spots

for actual fishing.

Fishing gear and tackle will be provided. For information, call (949)

644-3151.

CHEER CAMP

Everything from game-time cheers to pyramid building to stunts to

explosive pom-pom routines will be covered in a weeklong cheer camp, set

for 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. July 10 to 14.

Registration is $135, and youngsters are asked to bring a sack lunch and

water bottle.

On the last day of camp, parents are invited to attend the sprit

spectacular pep rally.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

Youngsters will improve football skills in a safe and noncompetitive

environment in a weeklong camp by the City of Newport Beach.

Players will learn the rules of the game and improve their offensive and

defensive strategies.

Each camper will receive a football, T-shirt and evaluation. It is

suggested campers bring water and a snack each day.

The camps are from 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 7 to 11 and Aug. 21 to 25, and the registration fee is $88.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

GOLF CAMP

Young golfers ages 6 to 14 may learn game fundamentals including grip,

stance, swing, putting, chipping and driving, along with rules and

etiquette.

Each camper will receive a golf hat, T-shirt and evaluation.

The camps are sponsored by the City of Newport Beach and each camper is

asked to bring a snack, water and their own golf clubs to each day of

camp.

Three five-day camps are offered the weeks of: June 26 to 30, July 17 to

21 and Aug. 7 to 11.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

GOLF ETIQUETTE

Newport Beach will offer two classes for golf etiquette for beginners,

July 8 from 1-3 p.m. and Aug. 16 from 4 to 6 p.m.

The classes will offer enough information about golf rules and etiquette

to allow playing immediately.

The classes are designed for youngsters ages 8 to 12 and a $7 material

fee is payable to the instructor.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

GOLF RULES AND ETIQUETTE

Two two-hour classes on golf rules and etiquette will be offered to

adults wishing to learn enough about the game to be able to play a round

of golf safely and correctly.

The classes will take place from 10 a.m. to noon July 8 and 7 to 9 p.m.

Aug. 16.

Registration is $30 and there is a $7 material fee payable to the

instructor.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

GOLF CLASS

Designed for the beginner and intermediate golfer, this Newport Beach

Golf Course class will emphasizes stance, swing and use of clubs.

Students may bring their own clubs or rent clubs from the course, and

each student will purchase one bucket of practice balls per lesson.

Each class will last 90 minutes and registration is $45. For information,

call (949) 644-3151.

GYMNASTICS

Newport Beach will offer gymnastic training for ages 6 to 11 throughout

the summer.

The registration is $50 and instruction will be offered in balance and

tumbling, skills on the uneven parallel bars, balance beams, rings and

the vaulting horse.

Student to instructor ratio is approximately 8 to 1 and students

enrolling in intermediate classes must have instructor approval.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

HORSE RIDING

There will be four horse-riding classes in July and August at Christian

Montessori School in Costa Mesa.

Youngsters are asked to bring a parent and learn to feed, groom, saddle

and ride ponies. Participants must wear hard-soled shoes with heels and

long pants.

Registration is $60. For more information, call (949) 645-4360.

ICE HOCKEY

Two Monday classes of introductory ice hockey will be offered at the Ice

Chalet, July 10 to Aug. 28, for ages to 6 to 8 and 9 to 15.

Registration is $84 and basic skating requirements to play ice hockey

will be taught in the class.

The Ice Chalet is at 2701 Harbor Blvd. in the Mesa Verde Center in Costa

Mesa.

For information, call (714) 979-8880.

ICE SKATING FITNESS CLASS

Ice Chalet in Costa Mesa will provide Wednesday night ice skating fitness

class from 7 to 7:30 p.m. July 12 through Aug. 30.

Registration is $84 and the class will provide instruction in ice skating

basics and a good workout.

Skate rental and free practice on the day of the lesson are included, and

each student is asked to bring a jacket, gloves and socks.

The rink is at 2701 Harbor Blvd. in the Mesa Verde Center in Costa Mesa.

For information, call (714) 979-8880.

YOUTH ICE SKATING

The Ice Chalet in Costa Mesa will host four eight-week ice skating

classes throughout the summer.

There will be two classes offered for ages 6 to 8 and two classes for

ages 9 to 15.

Registration for each is $85, and skaters should arrive 15 minutes early for a class.

The Ice Chalet is in the Mesa Verde Center in Costa Mesa. For

information, call (714) 979-8880.

JUDO-JUJITSU

A 10-week judo-jujitsu class will be offered by the city of Newport Beach

from 7 to 9 p.m. beginning June 27 for youngsters ages 5 to 17.

Judo emphasizes the use of quick movement and backfiring of the

opponent’s own strength and leverage.

The class will be taught by 10-time Judo Kata U.S. National Grand

Champion Rick Bradley, who is also a defensive tactics instructor for the

Newport Beach Police Department.

Registration is $60 and classes will take place either on Tuesdays or

Thursdays. For information, call (949) 644-3151.

JAPANESE KARATE

The Japan Karate Federation, headed by chief instructor Shihan Fumio

Demura, will present classes of all levels for youngsters ages 5 to 15

during the summer.

Registration is $50 for each level and the classes will run from June 26

to Sept. 11.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

LAWN BOWLING

The Newport Harbor Lawn Bowling Club will have its annual Visitors Day

beginning at 10 a.m. June 3.

A free lunch will be provided and participants will have free use of

bowls, instruction of the game and an exposition short game by some of

the longtime members.

The club is at 1550 Crown Drive North and San Joaquin Hills Road in

Corona del Mar.

For information, call (949) 640-1022.

ROLLER HOCKEY CAMP

A weeklong roller hockey camp will be offered by Newport Beach from 9

a.m. to noon Aug. 14 to 18 for ages 7 to 14.

Beginner- and intermediate-level youngsters will learn proper hand, stick

and skating techniques.

Campers are asked to bring a helmet with a cage, elbow and knee pad,

skates, athletic shoes, water and a snack to each day of camp.

Registration is $88, which includes a hockey stick, T-shirt and

evaluation.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

SAILING CAMP

Newport Beach will offer eight-day sailing camps throughout the summer

for ages 8 to 12.

The camps will run Tuesdays through Fridays for two weeks and the

registration fee is $133 for each session.

On-water skills will be taught on new Sabots (8-foot-long sailboats), as

well as rigging and boat maintenance.

To ensure safety, please bring a Coast Guard-approved life jacket. No

after-camp supervision will be provided.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

BEGINNING SAILING

Newport Beach will offer beginning sailing classes for adults throughout

the summer at Orange Coast College.

Classes include lectures and on-the-water practice in Lido 14 dinghies.

Students may learn the basics of sailing terminology, rigging, safety,

docking under sail, tacking, jibing and the five points of sail. Eighty

percent of class time is spent sailing, with two to four people per boat.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

SLOW PITCH SOFTBALL

Sign-up deadline for the fall Newport Beach softball season for men,

women and coed leagues is Aug. 11.

Weeknight adult leagues for all levels of play will be available and

registration is accepted on a team basis only.

For more information, call (949) 644-3163.

SOCCER CAMP

Newport Beach will offer weeklong soccer camps throughout the summer.

The camps are for ages 6 to 14 and the fee is $96.

Camp times are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. weekdays from June 26 to 30, July 17 to

21, July 31 to Aug. 4, Aug. 14 to 18 and Aug. 21 to 25.

Players will learn various aspects of soccer, new techniques, skills and

tactics. Each camper will receive a soccer ball, T-shirt and an

evaluation.

Youngsters are asked to bring water, lunch and a snack to each day’s

session.For information, call (949) 644-3151.

ADULT SOCCER LEAGUE

Goal For It Soccer will offer a Wednesday night adult coed soccer league

for all levels of play from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 12 to Aug. 16 at Buffalo Hills Park in Newport Beach.

Registration is $73 and the fee includes referee fees and playing card.

League rules are available at the Community Services Department. For

information, call (714) 991-2521.

SPORTS CAMP

A series of Mini Hawks introductory sports camps sponsored by Newport

Beach will offer fun for ages 4 to 7 throughout the summer.

Each weeklong camp will run from 9 a.m. to noon and will teach the very

basics in basketball, soccer and baseball.

Each camp is $88 with each camper receiving a miniball and T-shirt. It is

recommended to bring water and a snack to each camp day.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

SPORTS DAY CAMP

Newport Beach will offer eight five-day sports camps this summer for

youngsters who have completed kindergarten through sixth grade.

There will be arts, crafts, cooperative games and weekly special event

activities will also be incorporated.

Each week is built around a specific theme and there will be an excursion

to a theme park for each camp.

Registration is $120, $112 for youngsters not going to the theme park.

Campers need to bring a lunch, snacks and sunscreen. A camp T-shirt will

be provided.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

SURF CAMP

Both beginning and intermediate surf camps will be offered by Newport

Beach throughout the summer for ages 8 and up.

Wetsuits are strongly recommended and surfboards will be provided.

Campers must be capable of calmly handling themselves in the water and a

swim test will be given the first day of class.

The instructor, Scott Morgan, has 22 years of teaching experience and is

certified in CPR and first aid.

The first day of camp will meet at the 18th Street beach on the bay side

of Balboa Boulevard.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

SURF CLASSES

Newport Beach will provide two series of instructional classes in the

areas of basic surfing and water safety from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturdays,

running from July 8 to Aug. 5 and Aug. 8 to Sept. 9 for ages 8 and older.

Classes will meet at the Newport Pier.

Registration is $63 and the first class will meet at the 18th Street

beach on the bay side of Balboa Boulevard.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

TENNIS CLASS

Newport Beach tennis classes geared for players at all levels with all

levels of classes will be taught throughout the summer.

The registration fee is $50 per class, and each player must bring a new

can of tennis balls to the first session.

There are also Friday player strategy classes for doubles play from 9

a.m. to noon June 30 to Sept. 1 for $75, as well as serving-clinic

classes from June 28 to July 12 and July 19to Aug. 2, for $20 a course.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

YOUTH TENNIS

Newport Beach will offer two levels of youth tennis classes for

youngsters of all skill levels.

Level I is designed for youths beginning to learn tennis. A new can of

balls is requested on the first day of class.

The registration fee is $30 for youngsters 4 1/2 to 7 years old and $50

for youths ages 8 to 17.

Level II will be on continued skill development and game play elements.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

The Costa Mesa Tennis Center will offer a junior tennis camp for

youngsters ages 7 to 14 from June 28 to July 2.

Times for the camps are from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or from 11 a.m. to 1

p.m. with match play on each Friday.

The cost is $80 per week.

There will also be a high school players tennis camp the same week from

1:30 to 3:30 p.m. For information, call (714) 557-0211.

SAND VOLLEYBALL CONTEST

Newport Beach will have two sand volleyball doubles tournaments: a

women’s competition June 10 and 11 and a men’s competition July 15 and

16.

Sign-ups are due by 3 p.m. the Friday before the tournament, and the

registration fee is $15 per person.

The tournament will take place at Corona del Mar’s Main Beach.

The men will have a AAA and AA tournament, while the women will have a AA

tournament.

For information, call (949) 497-7209.

COED INDOOR VOLLEYBALL

Advanced, intermediate and recreation divisions will be offered on

Thursday, Sunday and possibly Wednesday evenings during the summer

months.

All players must be members of the U.S. League Volleyball Association.

Additionally, Players Medical Benefit Fund will partially or completely

reimburse and render financial assistance for injured players.

Each team must pay a fee of $10 per match directly to the referee.

For information, call the USLVA at (949) 631-7658.

INTERMEDIATE VOLLEYBALL CLASS

The city of Newport Beach will offer a nine-week class on six-person

adult volleyball July 11 through Sept. 5 at Lincoln Elementary.

Classes will be from 6 to 8 p.m. or 8 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday nights and

the fee is $53.

The class emphasizes further development of skills as well as the

introduction of more advanced skills such as blocking, digging and middle

hitting.

There will also be advanced and intermediate adult beach volleyball

classes offered from June 25 to Aug. 20. The advanced class will take

place Sundays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., while the intermediate class will

take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Corona del Mar Main Beach. The

fee for each class is $63.

For information, call (949) 644-3151.

JUNIOR WATER POLO

Newport Beach will sponsor a citywide junior water polo program open to

all third- through eighth-graders.

The program, coached by Ted Bandaruk, is in its 10th season with a

philosophy that “everyone plays.”

There will be on-site registration with a game schedule handed out at the

first practice.

A $30 equipment fee is due every three months and a $35 annual U.S. Water

Polo Assn. membership is required.

Games will be held Saturday afternoons at Corona del Mar High. For more

information, call (949) 640-6740.

CdM SCENIC 5K

The 19th annual Corona del Mar scenic 5K run will take place June 3 at

Ocean Boulevard and Heliotrope Avenue.

The men’s 5K run will start at 8 a.m., followed by the women’s 5K start

at 8:20, the two-mile fun walk at 8:45 and the 1K kid’s “Dolphin Dash”

start at 9.

Registration is $20 for the 5K, $15 for the two-mile walk and $12 for the

“Dolphin Dash,” or $25 each for all entries on race day.

Registration includes a T-shirt and a gourmet breakfast featuring the

famous Restaurant Row.

For registration information, call (949) 644-3151.

SOFTBALL LEAGUES

Coed, men’s and women’s softball leagues will be offered by the City of

Costa Mesa for teams of all skill levels this summer.

Teams will play a 10-game season. Co-ed teams will play Sunday through

Tuesday, the women’s league will play on Wednesday’s and the men’s league

will play Tuesday through Friday.

Fees are $400 per team, plus $10 cash umpire fee per game.

Leagues are scheduled to begin Sept. 18. For information, call (714)

327-7560.

MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUES

The City of Costa Mesa will be offering a men’s adult five-man basketball

league for people of all skill levels beginning the week of July 10.

Play will be held at the Downtown Center and the league fee is $315 per

team, plus a $20 fee for the officials per game.

For information, call (714) 327-7580.

TENNIS CENTER ACTIVITIES

The Costa Mesa Tennis Center will offer an array of various social and

competitive tennis events for the advanced player, as well as the

beginner.

There will be a “Men’s Night” Wednesday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. Matches

are played in a round-robin doubles format and balls and beverages will

be provided. Fee is $6.

Thursday nights will be “Ladies’ Night,” also from 7 to 9 p.m. Matches

are played in a round-robin doubles format and balls and beverages will

be provided. Fee is $6.

Tennis leagues will start up on Mondays from 6 to 8 p.m. Reservations are

required, no partner necessary in the inter-club play format.

USTA men’s, women’s junior teams and adult senior leagues are being

formed.

The Costa Mesa Junior Open will take place Aug. 7-11, but there will be

other junior tennis exchanges throughout the summer.

Call (714) 557-0211 for more information.

GROUP TENNIS LESSONS

The Costa Mesa Tennis Center will be offering group tennis lessons for

youngsters and adults of all ages throughout the summer.

Registration is $48 per session, based on six students per class. For

information, call (714) 557-0211.

TENNIS CARNIVAL & OPEN HOUSE

The City of Costa Mesa and Hank Lloyd’s Orange County Tennis will host a

carnival and open house June 24 from noon to 4 p.m.

Prizes as well as the latest tennis technology will be available to all.

Manufacturing representatives will also be there to help demo a number of

different pieces of equipment.

Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to attend. For

information, call (714) 557-0211.

MOBILE RECREATION

The City of Costa Mesa will hosting a Recreation on Wheels program for

youths throughout the area.

The program will allow youngsters a chance to play games, participate in

arts and crafts projects and visit with friends with the supervision by

recreation staff in their own neighborhoods.

The following streets have been identified as possible sites for the

“Park on Wheels” to visit this summer: Bernard, Charle, Center, James, La

Salle, Melody, Mission, Maple, Meyer, Plumer, Scott and Shallmar.

A schedule listing days, times and locations will be distributed through

the schools prior to the start of summer vacation.

For information, call (714) 754-5158.

FLAG FOOTBALL

The Costa Mesa Youth Flag Football program for youngsters in grades 3-8

will kick off with an Aug. 19 registration day at Balearic Community

Center from 9 a.m. to noon.

Registration will continue throughout that week until all the teams are

full. The season opener for this free recreation program is in early

September and a proof of age is required at the time of registration.

For information, call (714) 754-5158.

SPORTS PARK OPENING

The grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Costa Mesa “Farm”

Sports Complex will take place July 1 at 1 p.m.

Featured at the opening will be free swimming at the Costa Mesa High

pool, information on upcoming youth services and sports, a barbecue,

family activities, soccer exhibitions and a family concert with the West

Coast Flyer’s Band from 5-7 p.m.

For information on the event, call (714) 754-5300.

GYMNASTICS CLASSES

The City of Costa Mesa will offer various gymnastics and motor

development classes for youngsters ages 5-12 throughout the summer.

The class is designed for youngsters to enhance the confidence of

participants as they gain physical strength, flexibility, balance and

control.

There are various skill-level classes, but the instructor’s approval is

required for intermediate-level classes.

For information, call (714) 754-5158.

SWIM LESSONS

The City of Costa Mesa is offering pre-summer swim lessons for youngsters

ages 2 1/2 to 5 from June 12-23 at the Downtown Community Center Pool.

Each class is 30 minutes long registration is already underway.

For registration information, call the Downtown Community Center at (714)

327-7560.

PACIFIC COAST AQUATICS

The Pacific Coast Aquatics program will offer a variety of year-round

swim programs for all ages and all swim types.

Learn correct stroke technique in a fun and positive environment.

Tri-athletes, and swim-for-fitness athletes are welcome.

The PCA is a member of USS Swimming and the USS Masters program.

Fees are $25 to register and $35 per month and activities will take place

at the Newport Harbor High Olympic Pool.

For information, call (949) 595-8824.

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS

The Downtown Community Center in Costa Mesa will offer Summer 2000 swim

lessons starting June 26.

The first of the two-week sessions will run from June 26 to July 7, while

the second session will run from July 10-21.

Registration will begin on June 3 and appointment information, call the

Downtown Community Center at (714) 327-7560.