Grades 6-12
Middle School Sports
Complete these forms and return them to your school. Forms are due two weeks prior to the start of the season.
Intramurals: Fall Basketball
Grades 9-12. For students not involved with a high school team who still want to be involved in sports. Teams of students compete against each other in officiated games on weekends. See your high school athletic director or call Willamalane at 541-736-4516.
Middle School Sports Clinics
Grades 6-8. This class is a one day pre-season clinic to help middle school players of all skill levels prepare for the coming season. Volleyball will focus on basic and advanced skill development and basketball will focus on ball handling, passing and shooting skills.
Agnes Stewart Middle School, 900 S. 32nd St.
Volleyball . . . 9/18 . . . Sa . . . 9am-12pm . . . $15 ID/$18 OD . . . 19577
Basketball . . . 10/31 . . . Sa . . . 9am-12pm . . . $15 ID/$18 OD . . . 19578
Turkey Shoot
All ages. Support middle school athletics and show off your basketball skills. Prizes for each age bracket. Call 541-736-4516 to enter.
11/20 . . . TBA . . . $2 and a canned food donation
Sign up online or in person at the Community Recreation Center, 250 S. 32nd St. Classes that do not meet minimums within two business days of scheduled activities may be cancelled.
Teen Activities
Ultimate
Grades 6-12. Get your friends together for the best game you’ve never played. This coed, fast-paced sport of passing a flying disk will be sure to get your blood pumping! Minimum of 14 participants needed to play. Subject to cancellation for inclement weather.
Teen Center
9/13-29 . . . MW . . . 4-5:30pm . . . Free . . . . . . 19114
Teen Chefs
Grades 6-12. Join us for a five-week course that challenges you to find your inner culinary artist. Participants will learn, prepare and then enjoy recipes for a healthy meal. Advance registration required. Hamlin and Agnes Stewart Middle School students are free (current student I.D. is required).
Community Recreation Center
10/7-11/4 . . . Th . . . 6:30-7:30pm . . . $5 ID/$7 OD . . . 19111
Red Cross Babysitter Training
Grades 6-12. Gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to care for infants through school-age children. This class addresses safety issues, preventing injuries and illnesses, basic child care, first aid, decision-making skills and age-appropriate behavior and play. Participants receive a reference handbook, text aid and a “how to” CD that will help your student write resumes and track professional information. Certification card will be issued upon com-pletion. Bring a sack lunch. A minimum of six participants is required to operate class. Students of Hamlin and Agnes Stewart may attend for free (current student ID required).
Teen Center
10/2 . . . Sa . . . 9am-4pm . . . $40 ID/$44 OD . . . 19107
11/6 . . . Sa . . . 9am-4pm . . . $40 ID/$44 OD . . . 19108
12/20 . . . M . . . 9am-4pm . . . $40 ID/$44 OD . . . 19109
1/15 . . . Sa . . . 9am-4pm . . . $40 ID/$44 OD . . . 19110
Girl's Empowerment
Grades 9-12. This group is designed to nurture self-esteem, help girls maintain authentic connections with peers and adult women, teach skills for making healthy choices and allow for genuine self-expression through discussion and activities. This excellent prevention program examines thoughts, beliefs and actions about primary concerns that plague girls today. Friendships, assertive communication, boundaries, body image, healthy relationships, stress management and goal-setting are among the topics covered. Taught in partnership with Ophelia’s Place.
Community Recreation Center
10/13-12/15 . . . W . . . 5:15-6:30pm . . . Free . . . 19113
Gamer's Getaway
Ages 13-18. Come inside where it’s warm and enjoy a day off of school while gaming. Try your talent on the xBox 360 or the Wii and show your friends who’s got the most skills. For the first time ever, Halo will be available to play! Students from Hamlin and Agnes Stewart middle schools are free (current student ID required).
Teen Center
11/12 . . . F . . . 1-4pm . . . $2 . . . . . . 19115
1/28 . . . F . . . 1-4pm . . . $2 . . . . . . 19116
Scrap Scene
Grades 6-12. Turn your moments into memories. Get together with friends, bring your best pictures and create unique scrapbook pages. Some supplies will be available but be sure to bring your own. Concessions available.
Teen Center
12/4 . . . F . . . 1-3pm . . . Free . . . 14715
Youth Action Council
Grades 6-12. Do you want to have input on programs Willamalane offers for teens? We are looking for students in grades 6-12 who can meet once or twice a month for one hour. Applications are available at the Community Recreation Center or the Teen Center.
Dance and Movement
Discover the world of dance with EnergyMotions, a year-round dance and movement program. Visit energymotions.org for more information about the program and professional instructor Dawn Lonowski. Pay for the full session at registration or make payments every eight weeks.
Modern Jazz/Hip Hop
Enjoy a unique blend of energy, expressiveness, individual interpretation and physical conditioning. Move through space using basic steps integrated with rhythmic elements.
Community Recreation Center
Modern Jazz/Hip Hop II (Ages 12+)
9/21-12/7 . . . Tu . . . 6:30-7:30pm . . . $120 ID/$144 OD . . . 19542
New student/annual fee: $15
Fiber Arts
After-School Crafts for Kids
Ages 9+. Complete a variety of projects during this four-week class. Fun for all!
Our Sewing Room, 448 Main St.
9/21-10/12 . . . Tu . . . 3:30-5pm . . . $52 plus $15 supply fee . . . 19500
Karen's Kool After-School Teen Class
Ages 12+. Learn basic machine sewing and pattern reading to make fun craft or fashion items. Registration deadline: one week before scheduled class.
Our Sewing Room, 448 Main St.
9/22-10/13 . . . W . . . 3:30-5pm . . . $50 plus supplies . . . 19501
10/20-11/10 . . . W . . . 3:30-5pm . . . $50 plus supplies . . . 19502
11/17-12/8 . . . W . . . 3:30-5pm . . . $50 plus supplies . . . 19503
After-School Sewing for Kids
Ages 9+. A beginning class that will teach basic sewing machine operation. Class members will use their skills to make a few projects. Registration deadline: one week before scheduled class.
Our Sewing Room, 448 Main St.
9/22-10/13 . . . W . . . 3:30-5pm . . . $50 plus supplies . . . 19513
10/20-11/10 . . . W . . . 3:30-5pm . . . $50 plus supplies . . . 19514
11/17-12/8 . . . W . . . 3:30-5pm . . . $50 plus supplies . . . 19515
ATA Martial Arts Program
Discover the world of tae kwon do, a year-round martial arts program. This is a continuous full-year program. Visit ataonline.org for more information about the program. Professional instructor: R.B. May, under the guidance of Duer's ATA Martial Arts.
Karate KidsAges 7-11. The Karate Kids program is traditional tae kwon do based on a lifetime learning concept in addition to technical skills. Each month includes themes such as confidence, self-esteem and friendship. New student fees include membership to the ATA national organization and uniform.
Community Recreation Center
9/20-10/20 . . . MW . . . 4:30-5:15pm . . . $70 ID/ $84 OD . . . 19546
10/20-11/17 . . . MW . . . 4:30-5:15pm . . . $70 ID/ $84 OD . . . 19547
11/22-12/15 . . . MW . . . 4:30-5:15pm . . . $70 ID/ $84 OD . . . 19548
New student/annual fee: $35
Tennis
The Willamalane Tennis Program is open to players of all experience levels, from the novice to the advanced. Instruction includes fundamentals, drills, rules, positioning, strategy and singles/doubles games. Click here to learn more.
SAFE 1
SAFE 1 is a grant-funded collaboration between Willamalane and Springfield Public Schools. The grant is in its final year. Springfield Public Schools provides a limited academic assistance program after school. Willamalane provides an arts enrichment and USDA meal program on nine no-school days. Contact your school to participate.
Eligible schools
Brattain Elementary
Guy Lee Elementary
Maple Elementary
Moffitt Elementary
Riverbend Elementary
Springfield Middle School
SAFE 2
Willamalane is collaborating again with Springfield Public Schools to provide after-school activities through a new federal grant to six new schools. The SAFE 2 program provides academic assistance and recreational and cultural enrichment. Each school determines which students are eligible for the program. Contact your school to participate.
Eligible schools
Agnes Stewart Middle School
Centennial Elementary
Douglas Gardens Elementary
Hamlin Middle School
Mt. Vernon Elementary
Page Elementary
After-School Miller Program
The After-School Miller Program, or AMP, is a grant-funded collaboration between Willamalane and Springfield Public Schools. Springfield Public Schools provides academic tutors for students while Willamalane provides classes from boxing fitness to music recording. In addition, students are served a USDA meal. Contact your school to participate.
Springfield High School . . . M-Th . . . 3:30-6:30pm
Willamalane
Skatepark
All ages. The outdoor skatepark at Willamalane Park is a place where area youth can have an appropriate place to practice their sport and gather with their peers at no cost. This skatepark features chunky, abrupt shapes with definite corners. And doesn't that one look like a picnic table? Yes, that is a "picnic table" in the middle, right in front of a set of "stairs" and across from a very real fire hydrant. This "street-style" skatepark looks more like the real world, and it's just what Springfield skaters told designers they wanted.
Summer Camps and Sports Camps
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to the SUMMER CAMPS and SPORTS CAMPS page
Middle School Dances
Grades 6-8. Come spend your Friday nights with Willamalane. From your favorite jams to just hangin' with friends, we are the place to be. Parents, don't worry, our staff ensure a safe, clean environment for your teens. Dances are open to ALL students who attend Springfield middle schools and who present a current school-issued picture ID card at the door. Staff members reserve the right to refuse admittance.
Memorial Building, 765 A St.
9/17 . . . F . . . 7:30-10pm . . . $5
9/24 . . . F . . . 7:30-10pm . . . $5
10/1 . . . F . . . 7:30-10pm . . . $5
10/15 . . . F . . . 7:30-10pm . . . $5
10/29 . . . F . . . 7:30-10pm . . . $5
Fall Ball
Grades 6-8. The semi-formal you have been waiting for is finally here! Every Springfield-area middle school student is invited to attend this huge dance. Refreshments, door prizes, and photo opportunities will be available. Student ID is required. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance. Tickets go on sale 11/15 at the Community Recreation Center, 250 S. 32nd St. and the Teen Center, 1276 G St.
Memorial Building, 765 A St.
11/19 . . . F . . . 7-10pm . . . $10
Teen
Center
For students attending middle school in Springfield.
1276 G St.
Next to Willamalane Park Swim Center
(541) 736-4083
Hours through Aug. 27
Monday-Friday, 1-4:30pm
Monday-Friday, 3:15-6pm
Hours beginning Sept. 8
Monday-Friday, 1-4:30pm
Monday-Friday, 3:15-6pm
*Morning hours for Springfield Middle School students only.
CLOSURES
Aug. 30-Sept. 7, Oct. 8, Oct. 22, Nov. 4-5. Nov. 11-12, Nov. 25-26, Dec. 3, Dec. 20-31
Teen Center Membership
Play pool, basketball, video games, or just hang out and talk with friends. Membership is FREE. Parents must sign students’ membership forms, available at the Teen Center. Students are required to show membership cards, free with membership (replacement fee is $1).
Youth Action Council
Grades 6-12. Do you want to have input on programs Willamalane offers for teens? We are looking for students who can meet once or twice a month for one hour. Let your voice be heard. Call 541-736-4083 for more information.
SUMMER Drop-in Activities (Ages 11-13)
Monday Movies
Relax after a stressful day at school. Sit back and watch a flick with friends at the TC. Movies may be rated up to PG-13. Popcorn is on us so sit back and enjoy.
Ongoing . . . M . . . 3:30-6pm . . . Free
Wii Mania
The Wii is back and better then ever. Show us what you’ve got, from Wii bowling to Wii music.
Ongoing . . . W . . . 3:15-6pm . . . Free
Rock Band Battles
I wanna rock @ the TC. Show off your virtual talent with our weekly battles. Study up and rock hard.
Ongoing . . . Th . . . 3:15-6pm . . . Free
Creative Mondays
Crafts are not just for girls anymore. Come check out cool projects at the Teen Center this summer.
Traveling Tuesdays
Ages 11-13. From Skate World to bowling, we will load up the van for a fun adventure.
Hanging @ the Lake Wednesdays
Visit a local lake each Wednesday with Teen Adventure Camp to BBQ, swim and have fun in the sun.
Wet and Wild Thursdays
Swim at Willamalane Park Swim Center or Splash! at Lively Park. The group decides, so be sure to vote.
Movie Mania Fridays
Relax and catch a flick at the Teen Center. Movies may be rated up to PG-13. Parents, feel free to call and check what movie will be playing.
FALL Drop-in Activities (Ages 11-13)
Monday Movies
Relax after a stressful day at school. Sit back and watch a flick with friends at the TC. Movies may be rated up to PG-13. Popcorn is on us so sit back and enjoy.
Ongoing . . . M . . . 3:30-6pm . . . Free
Wii Mania
The Wii is back and better then ever. Show us what you've got, from Wii bowling to Wii music. Get your Wii on only at the TC.
Ongoing . . . W . . . 3:15-6pm . . . Free
Rock Band Battles
I wanna rock @ the TC. Show off your virtual talent with our weekly battles. Study up and rock hard.
Ongoing . . . Th . . . 3:15-6pm . . . Free
Trips
Space limited to 13 TC members. Permission slip required for all trips. Meet at the TC.
Splash! Fridays
The weekend comes early at the TC. We’re going to Splash! every Friday. Bring your towel and swimsuit and don’t forget your permission slip. Limited to 13 TC members. Permission slip required. Meet at the TC.
Ongoing . . . F . . . 3:15-6pm . . . Free