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River Falls Youth Athletic Associations

River Falls Baseball Association    www.riverfallsyouthbaseball.org
For grades 4^th – 9^th.  Traveling pre-try out clinics are set for Feb. 28,  March 7 and March 21 at UWRF Knowles Gym.  Evaluation Day is set for March 28^th.  Questions? Contact Aaron Cudd at 426-1193.

River Falls Youth Boys Basketball     www.pressenter.com/~rfybb
Forms & info are available online & at the Park & Rec office.  For grades 5^th – 8^th (Traveling).   Deadline: Mid July.   $25 late fee after deadline.   Grades 1^st – 4^th (Non Traveling) info available in fall. Questions? Contact Hal Gakeler at 381-8372 or Hal.Gakeler@analog.com.

River Falls Youth Girls Basketball   www.pressenter.com/~rfgba
River Falls Girls Basketball Association (RFGBA) will provide an opportunity for youth girls committed to playing in a highly competitive game of basketball. This will be accomplished by providing an adequate amount of practice time, as well as participation in competitive basketball tournaments, to continually improve the performance of the individual player and the team. This program seeks to foster good sportsmanship from our players, coaches, parents, and fans during all RFGBA practices, tournament games, and events!  Forms and info are available on the website and at the Park & Rec office. For grades 4^th – 8^th (Traveling).   Deadline: Mid July. Grades 1^st – 3^rd (Non Traveling) information available in fall.  Questions? Troy Ista 715 425-5525 email: tkista1@mmm.com or Mike Whooley 715 426-9712 email: whooleymj@sbcglobal.net.

River Falls Youth Wrestling    www.riverfallswrestling.org
River Falls Wrestling has a wonderful program specifically designed for both the experienced as well as the first-time wrestler from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade.  Dave Black brings a wealth of knowledge and his primary purpose is to keep our program on track, keep it fun and help parents understand exactly what is happening, make them comfortable and keep them informed and engaged.  Butch Cummings is the coach and instructor and works on the mat with the kids on technique and skills but keeps things fun keeps things moving along.  Throughout the season, guest clinicians will provide some new perspective and insight to the kids.  Our first practice begins on Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at the Meyer Middle School in the lower level.  Parents are highly encouraged to stay during the 1-hour practice and watch from the bleachers.  All details will be provided at the parent information night on Thursday, November 19, 2009.  Contact youth director Dave Black at info@riverfallswrestling.org for further details and information

River Falls Gymnastics Club  www.riverfallsgymnastics.com
4 sessions are offered for toddlers through Team level classes from Sept – May.  For boys and girls ages 18 months - 18 years.  Children 18 months – 6 yrs go to our Preschool Gym called “Jungle Gym” inside Zaney Janey’s/Check it out on Main Street.  Children 7 and older go to the main “Big Gym” at Meyer Middle School.  To register and for more info, check out the website!  Schedules available starting in July and through out the year.  Questions? 425-6007

River Falls Hockey Association    www.riverfalls.pucksystems.com
Offers a “Learn to Skate” Program in Oct. Also non-traveling, traveling, girls and boys hockey is offered for ages 4-14. Registrations dates are May 19th and Sept. 8th from 6-8pm.  Check out their new website often for more upcoming programs.  Questions? Contact 426-5577.

River Falls Youth Football Association    www.pressenter.com/~rfyfa
For youth entering grades 1^st -6^th in fall 2009. Pre-season activities start early Aug.  All games are played on Sat. mornings, no games Labor Day weekend.  Mouth guards, helmets/pads must be purchased by player.  Fee: $55.  Deadline: Mid July.  See website for registration materials and other info or stop by Park & Rec office. Questions? Contact Craig Davis at 381-7374 or rfyouthfootbal@gmail.com.

Wildcat Soccer   www.rfwildcatsoccer.org
Questions?  Contact Jeff Bump at 426-6505.
Summer Rec. Soccer - For grades 1^st – 4^th, runs from June 10^th - July 29^th, Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6-8pm at Glen Park.   Fee: $50
Fall Rec. Soccer - For grades K-8, runs from September 11th - October 16th, Saturday mornings from 8am-1pm at Golfview Soccer Fields.   Deadline: July 15. $10 late fee will be applied.   Forms may be picked up or dropped off at the Park & Rec office or mail to the address on form.  Fees: Grade K - $45, 1st-2 - $50, 3-8 - $55
Traveling Soccer - Check out their website for more information!

River Falls Swim Club    www.riverfallsswimclub.org
The River Falls Swim Club (RFSC) is a USA Swimming competitive swim team which has 3 sessions; Fall (Sept-Dec), Winter Dec.-Mar.) and Summer (late May-July). To register for the Summer Session go to the website for a registration form usually due by May 1st.  Must be able to swim 25 yds (1 length) of front crawl (& back) w/ rhythmic breathing or have passed level 4. Questions? Contact Lynn Huiskamp at lynn.huiskamp@gmail.com or 426-5428.

River Falls Girls Volleyball  www.riverfallsvolleyballclub.org
The club is a competitive club that has 2 sessions: Winter (Jan-Mar) Saturdays or Sundays for ages 12-18 and Spring (Apr-May) Saturdays for 4^th - 8^th grades. Stop by Park & Rec for forms and check out the website for additional information.  Questions? Contact Bret VanBlaircom at (651) 283-5604.