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| PROGRAM / ORGANIZATION | DESCRIPTION | REGION | TARGET POPULATION | COST |
| Baseball | ||||
| Atwater Little League PO Box 121 Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 357-5150 http://www.eteamz.com/atwaterlittleleague |
Little League is a world-wide organization that follows strict guidelines but also offers your child wonderful opportunities no other league can provide. Rules adopted from Major League Baseball have been adjusted to fit your child’s age and ability. | Atwater | 5-16 yrs old | $45-$80 |
| Atwater PAL Baseball Program 2670 Buhach Road Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 357-6611 http://www.atwaterpal.com |
Jr. Giants Baseball is a free program open to boys & girls. This program is non-competitive and concentrates on character development. Hats and shirts are provided. | Atwater | 4-13 yrs old | Free |
| Atwater Youth Baseball 232 E Bellevue Rd Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 230-1234 http://www.atwateryouthbaseball.com/ |
Provides a supervised program of baseball under the rules and regulations written by Atwater Youth Baseball. | Atwater | 4 1/2-16 yrs old | $50-$55 |
| Batter Up Batting Cages 3536 Santa Fe Drive Merced, CA 95348 (209) 617-1892 http://www.9-ironpracticecenter.com/battingcages.html |
Batting cages available. | Merced | All | $1 and up |
| Joe Herb Park 2200 Yosemity Pkwy Merced, CA 95341 (209) 384-6000 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/pw/tax_services/ parks_division/joe_herb_park.asp |
Features several well manicured baseball diamonds, as well as batting cages. Available to rent for tournament use or field use. Lighting available. | Merced | All | Varies with Activity |
| Los Banos Little League PO Box 362 Los Banos, CA 93635 (209) 617-7141 http://www.eteamz.com/LosBanosLL |
Our mission is to motivate and build self-esteem while developing player's skills in a positive environment. | Los Banos | 5-16 yrs old | $45-$50 |
| Merced Youth Baseball Inc. 690 W 16th St Merced, CA 95340 (209) 726-6263 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ cs/rec/youth_sports/default.asp |
Merced Youth Baseball Inc. sponsored by the City of Merced. | Merced | 5-16 yrs old | $50-$70 |
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| Basketball | ||||
| Los Banos Youth Basketball 830 6th St Los Banos, CA 93635 (209) 827-7034 http://www.losbanos.org/index.php?option=com_content& view=article&id=144&Itemid=302 |
Youth Basketball is a recreational program that teaches fundamentals of a sport in an age appropriate manner. | Los Banos | 3-13 yrs old | $50-$55 |
| City of Merced Youth Basketball Recreation Office 690 W 16th Street Merced, CA 95340 (209) 385-6894 |
Season runs January through March. Pee-wee program: 3rd-4th grade. Junior program: 5th-8th grade. High school program: 9th-12th grade. Registration for Youth Basketball ends in November and December league depending. Call the Recreation Office for possible late registration and/or more information. |
Merced | 3rd-12th grade | 60 |
| Atwater Youth Basketball Parks & Community Services Department 760 E. Bellevue Road Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 357-6320 |
The Parks & Community Services Department begins registration in November. | Atwater | 3rd-12th grade | 32 |
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| Bicycling | ||||
| Merced Bike Paths Various locations Merced, CA http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ parks_n_facilities/paths_n_trails.asp |
The City of Merced has one of the finest city bikeway systems in the nation and has recently added a number of new lanes and routes to this extensive system. North-South includes “G” Street, “R” Street, and “V” Street. East-West on street lanes are Childs Avenue, 13th Street, East Main Street, and Yosemite Avenue. Bicyclists can follow a route to just about any area in the City. See bike paths here: http://www.cityofmerced.org/documents/MercedCityBikePlan.pdf | Merced | All | Free |
| Fahrens Park R Street and Buena Vista Drive Merced, CA 95348 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/pw/tax_services/ parks_division/fahrens_park.asp |
Fahrens Park is a Community Park located on the corner of R Street and Buena Vista. It stretches approximately 47 acres. The Black Rascal bike path winds its way through this west end park. |
Merced | All | Free |
| BMX Free Ride Nights PAL Office 2670 Buhach Road Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 357-0986 |
Duration of program is from April until October. This is an opportunity to ride a BMX bike on a national track and improve your riding skills. Bicycles and helmets are provided. Long sleeves and long pants are required. | Atwater | 5-17 yrs old | Free |
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| Bowling | ||||
| Bellevue Bowl 785 Bellevue Rd. Atwater, CA 95301 (610) 867-0586 |
Bowling, lauges, parties, and youth programs. We are dedicated to providing safe and fun place for children of all ages to come and enjoy bowling. We offer programs for children of all ages. | Atwater | All | $2-$2.75 per person per game |
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| Cheerleading | ||||
| Competitive Cheerleading Class 690 W. 16th Street Merced, CA 95348 (209) 385-6298 |
If you want to learn new cheerleading and tumbling skills to increase your abilities for a competitive squad, then this is the class for you. | Merced | High school students | $35/month |
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| Dance | ||||
| Dance Aerobics Atwater Community Center 760 E Bellevue Road Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 358-2142 http://www.maryanndavis.com/ |
Relieve stress with a low impact workout. Easy to follow routines in a fun atmosphere. | Atwater | All | $30/month |
| Sunday Senior Dances Merced Senior Community Center 755 West 15th Street Merced, CA 95348 (209) 385-8803 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ cs/parks_n_facilities/senior_center.asp |
Ballroom dancing for everyone! Please come and join us. Refreshments will be served. |
Merced | Seniors | $5/person |
| Line Dancing Merced Senior Community Center 755 West 15th Street Merced, CA 95340 (209) 385-8803 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ cs/parks_n_facilities/senior_center.asp |
Line dancing offered Monday and Wednesday from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm | Merced | Seniors | Smalll donation |
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| Football | ||||
| City of Merced NFL Flag Football 690 W. 16th St Merced, CA 95340 (209) 385-6978 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ rec/youth_sports/youth_flag_football.asp |
Seasons runs September through mid November. Each player receives an NFL reversible jersey, an NFL flag belt, an NFL certificate, and an individual league award. | Merced | 3rd-8th grade | 60 |
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| Gymnastics | ||||
| Merced Gymnastics Center 443 W. 18th St. Merced, CA 95340 (209) 384-0323 |
Builds Self-esteem and improves overall body awareness and fitness. All coaches are safety certified by the USA Gymnastics Association. | Merced | All | Varies |
| Tumble Time Gymnastics 1851 Grogan Ave. Merced, CA 95340 (209) 723-8309 http://www.mymerced.com/mp_tumbletime.html |
Tumble Time promotes health, discipline, and self-confidence using the great sport of gymnastics. We want gymnastics to enhance young lives and promote healthy lifestyles. Tumble Time students take lessons from the gym and discover how it applies to other aspects of their life. |
Merced | Children | Varies |
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| Martial Arts | ||||
| Central Valley Karate Institute 903 Pacheco Blvd Los Banos, CA 93635 (209) 827-4483 http://www.losbanos.org/images/stories/documents/rec/ recreation_springsummer2010.pdf |
Shotokan karate is accessible to all ages and every level of physical ability. While training, our students will get fit, improve their awareness, relieve stress and become more confident and empowered. We have general classes for all ages. |
Los Banos | All | $40-$55 |
| Aikido Martial Arts Rec. Hall located in Pacheco Park, 903 Pacheco Blvd Los Banos, CA 93635 (209) 658-2407 or 827-7034 http://www.losbanos.org/images/stories/documents/rec/ recreation_springsummer2010.pdf |
Aikido focuses not on punching or kicking opponents, but on using their opponents energy to gain control of them or to throw them away from you. |
Los Banos | Al; | $35/month |
| Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Cesar Chavez Community Room at 1620 San Luis St, Los Banos, CA 93635 (408) 593-4714 http://www.losbanos.org/images/stories/documents/rec/ recreation_springsummer2010.pdf |
Self defense, exercise, and discipline. | Los Banos | 4 1/2 and up | $15 and up |
| Danzan Ryu Jujitsu Golden Valley High School Wrestling Room, 2121 E. Childs Ave Merced, CA 95340 (209) 385-6298 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ cs/rec/leisure_classes/default.asp |
Includes a comprehensive array of techniques such as strikes, throws, joint locks and breaks, escapes from holds, use of and defense against weaponry (both ancient and modern). | Merced | 18 years and up | $35/ 6 week session |
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| Parks | ||||
| Applegate Park 1045 West 25th St. Merced, CA 95340 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ applegate/default.asp |
Features a playground, basketball courts, swing set, and the Applegate Park Zoo. | Merced | All | Free with zoo entrance |
| Big Page Park 1055 W I St. Los Banos, CA 93635 |
BBQ, picnic area, and playground are available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| NameBob Carpenter Park Silverado and Parsons Ave Merced, CA 95340 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/pw/tax_services/parks_division/ bob_carpenter_park.asp |
Bob Carpenter Neighborhood Park is on the corner of Silverado and Parsons Avenues. This park features a play ground and ball fields. Bob Carpenter park is just under 6 acres. Our new Fire Station will be at the south west corner of the park area. |
Merced | All | Free |
| Name College Green Park 1815 College Greens Dr, Los Banos, CA 93635 |
Baseball, BBQ, basketball, picnic tables, playground, soccer, and restrooms available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Colorado Ball Park 815 Colorado Ave, Los Banos, CA 93635 |
Skate-park and tennis courts. Baseball diamonds with seating, basketball, playground, picnic tables, and restrooms also available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Pacheco County Park 903 E. Pacheco Blvd. Los Banos, California 93635 |
BBQ, picnic area, basketball and restrooms are available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Cresthills Park 700 Pioneer Rd, Los Banos, CA 93635 |
Baseball field, BBQ, basketball, picnic tables, playground, soccer, and restrooms available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| McNamara Park 1040 Canal Street Merced, CA 95340 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/pw/tax_services/parks_division/ mcnamara_park.asp |
Covers 8.7 acres and features a community swimming pool, playground, picnic shelter, and basketball courts. |
Merced | All | Free |
| Meadowlands Park 2700 Snowgoose Drive Los Banos, CA 93635 |
BBQ, basketball courts, picnic tables, playground, and restrooms available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Ranchwood Park 515 Stonewood Los Banos, CA 93635 |
BBQ area, basketball courts, picnic tables and playground available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| 7th St. Ball Park 401 7th Street Los Banos, CA 93635 |
Baseball field and restroom available. The 7th Street fields are home to many of the Police Athletic League (PAL) sports. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Skylark Park 648 Meadowlark St. Los Banos, CA 93635 |
BBQ, basketball courts, picnic tables, and playground available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Talbott Park 1620 San Luis St. Los Banos, CA 93635 |
Baseball field and playground available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Vineyards Basin Park 470 Birchwood Ave. Los Banos, CA 93635 |
Play structure and a large soccer field available. | Los Banos | All | Free |
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| Recreational Activities | ||||
| Afternoon Program Stephen Leonard Park Community Recreation Center 640 T St. Merced, CA 95340 |
Offers participants the opportunity to join in activities such as arts, crafts, table games, board games, video games, sports, movies, and special events. Start Date: Monday, August 18, 2010 - June 4, 2010. | Merced | 1st - 8th grade | Cost$10 per school year |
| Afternoon Program MacNamara Park Recreation Center 1040 Canal Street. Merced, CA 95340 |
Offers participants the opportunity to join in activities such as arts, crafts, table games, board games, video games, sports, movies, and special events. Start Date: Monday, August 18, 2010 - June 4, 2010. | Merced | 1st - 8th grade | Cost$10 per school year |
| Ag Sports Complex 700 N. Mercey Springs Road Los Banos, CA 93635 (209) 827-7034 |
Baseball, playground, aplace to play horseshoes and more. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Atwater Skate Park 760 East Bellevue Road Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 357-6320 http://www.atwater.org/index.cfm?page=228420 |
Open 10:00am to sunset All users are required to wear helmets, kneepads and elbow pads | Atwater | All | Free |
| Boys and Girls Club of Merced 615 West 15th Street Merced, CA 95340 (209) 722-9922 http://www.bgcmerced.org/index.asp |
Membership benefits include help with homework, arts classes, computer classes, character and leadership development programs, special programs for teens only, access to pool, foosball DDR & other games, plus much more! |
Merced | 6 - 8 years old | $10 per child or $25 per family |
| Batter Up Batting Cages 3536 North Santa Fe Drive Merced, CA 95348 (209) 617-1892 http://www.9-ironpracticecenter.com/battingcages.html |
Fast pitch, slow pitch, fast-pitch softball. You will enjoy this new facility! | Merced | All | $1/15 pitches |
| Castle After School Program 2780 Buhach Road, Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 357-6611 or (209) 357-6322 http://www.atwater.org/index.cfm?page=635607 |
Offers computer lab, homework help, physical and passive recreational activities and special events in a safe and supervised environment. | Merced | 1st - 6th grade | Free |
| Lake McClure & Lake McSwain 9090 Lake McClure Rd. Snelling, CA 95369 (209) 378-2521 http://www.lakemcclure.com |
Whether you like to fish, boat, swim, camp or just want to enjoy a picnic day at the lake, Lake McClure and Lake McSwain offer your family some of California's best water-oriented recreation areas. | Snelling | All | $6 per vehicle |
| Lake Yosemite N Lake Road Merced, CA 95340 (209) 385-7426 http://www.co.merced.ca.us/index.aspx?NID=769 |
Open sunrise to sunset. Boating, wind sailing, swimming, canoeing, picnic areas with bbq's and facilities to rent. | Merced | All | $6 per vehicle |
| Los Banos Police Activities League (PAL) 945 5th Street Los Banos, CA 93635 (209) 827-0603 http://www.losbanospal.org/index.htm |
A nonprofit organization that provides programs and activities for youth. Activities include girls softball, Junior Giants baseball, sober graduation, flag football, and Kops for Kids. | Los Banos | Youth | Free |
| Merced Senior Community Center 755 West 15th Street Merced, CA 95340 (209) 385-8803 http://www.cityofmerced.org/depts/parks_n_community_services/ cs/parks_n_facilities/senior_center.asp |
Various activities for seniors including line dancing, pinochle, bridge club, women’s crafts, wood carvers and more. |
Merced | Seniors | Small donation |
| Los Banos Recreation Senior Services 830 6th Street Los Banos, CA 93635 (209) 827-7046 http://losbanos.org/index.php?option=com_content& view=article&id=6&Itemid=93 |
Activities include bingo, cards, Golden Age Club, oil painting, movies, and more. | Los Banos | Seniors | Varies |
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| Skating | ||||
| Rollerland 1445 W. 18th St. Merced, CA 95340 (209)723-1282 |
Roller skate rink for all ages. Rollerland also hosts parties. | Merced | All | Call for more info. |
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| Soccer | ||||
| Merced Youth Soccer Association 410 W. Main St. Suite G. Merced, CA 95340 (209) 384-2417 http://www.mercedyouthsoccer.com/ |
Its goal is to have ALL kids play, learn, ans enjoy soccer. | Merced | Youth | $35-75 |
| Atwater Youth Soccer 7440 McConnell Ave, Winton CA 95388 (209)356-0400 |
Learn how to play soccer with technique and style | Winton | Youth | Call for more info. |
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| Swimming | ||||
| Ada Givens Pool Hawthorne & E ST. Merced, CA (209)385-6979 |
Public swimming pool at the park. | Merced | All | Call for more info. |
| Learn to Swim Program 760 E. Bellevue Road Atwater, CA 95301 (209)357-6322 (209) 357-6325 |
Learn how to swim by attending three swim lessons open annually to swimmers of varying ability levels. | Atwater | All | Call for more info. |
| Memorial Plunge Pool McNamara Park 11th & K St. Merced, CA (209)385-6979 |
Public swimming pool at the park. | Merced | All | Call for more info. |
| Summer Recreational Swim 760 E. Bellevue Road Atwater, CA 95301 (209) 357-6322 (290) 357-6325 http://www.atwater.org/index.cfm?page=585000 |
Atwater High School Pool is available during the summer months from mid June to early August from 1-4 p.m. Pool is supervised by lifeguards. | Atwater | All | Call for more info. |
| Stephen Leonard Pool 7th & T St. Merced, CA (209) 385-6979 |
Public swimming pool at the park. | Merced | All | Call for more info. |
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| Walking/Clubs | ||||
| HG Fawcett Canal Side Park Center Ave. Los Banos, CA 93635 (209)827-7034 http://ourlosbanos.com/parkfawcett.html |
Provides a paved trail, drinking fountains, and trash cans along the trail, as well as a few benches. Along with the canal's locals, a number of ducks and water foul, together with muskrats, one can enjoy the local scenery. | Los Banos | All | Free |
| Starr Cloyd: Physical Activity Specialist Central Valley Health Network/ Network for a Healthy California 1987 N. Gateway Blvd. Suite 101 Fresno CA, 93727 559-255-4300 |
Provides technical assistance and resources on Nutrition Education and Physical Activity to Central Valley Partners. | Central Valley | All | Free |
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