SPORTS CAMPS

ALASKA MARTIAL ARTS CAMP

• Sponsor: World Kickboxing & Aerobics Gym
• Ages: 6 and up
• Goals and activities: This residential camp offers one week of summer activities including martial arts, canoeing, hiking and swimming. Learn tae kwon do, karate and kung fu, receive a uniform and learn from world champion Master Thompson.
• When: Dates in June to be announced
• Where: Palmer
• How much: $299
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: 243-9999

ANCHORAGE WING-CHUN CLUB

• Sponsor: AWCC
• Ages: 5-17
• Goals and activities: Get physically, mentally and spiritually fit by learning the defensive martial art of wing-chun. Participants learn basic coordination skills and acrobatic elements. They also build physical endurance as they learn moves, techniques and the strategies of free sparring.
• When: Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; call for times
• Where: Spenard Recreation Center
• How much: $4 per class
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: Victor Melnikon, 272-3245 or e-mail victorm24@yahoo.com

BASKETBALL

• Sponsors: Alaska Basketball Development Program
• Contact: Dolores Waldron, 258-7132

Skill Development Program

• Age level: Kids entering grades 3-8; some high school students may be accepted
• Goals and activities: College athletes monitor all participants; food, prizes, shirts provided.
• When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. June 26-Aug. 18
• Where: Fairview Recreation Center
• How much: $450

S.W.E.A.T. Camp

• When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. July 29
• Age level: Entering grades 3-8
• Goals and activities: This free, all-day camp features food, prizes and shirts. Coaches on hand to sharpen campers’ skills. Motivational speaker planned.
• Where: Fairview Recreation Center
• How much: Free

Slam ’n’ Jam

• Age level: Entering grades 9-12
• Goals and activities: A double-elimination tournament featuring four boys teams and four girls teams. Shirts provided.
• When: 10 a.m.-7 p.m. July 8-9; 6-11 p.m. July 29; 9 a.m.-9 p.m. July 30
• Where: Fairview Recreation Center
• How much: $200 per team

Wendy’s Alaska Hoop Fest

• Ages: Grade 4-adult
• Goals and activities: ‘‘Family Day’’ three-on-three tournament features referees and prizes.
• When: May 27
• Where: Sullivan Arena
• How much: $60 per team

S.W.E.A.T. Tourney

• Ages: Entering grades 9-12
• Goals and activities: High school boys and girls are invited to sign up as
• individuals or with a team. This is an exposure camp, and college coaches are expected.
• When: July 29-30
• Where: Fairview Recreation Center
• How much: $200 per team

Rat Ball Tourney "Do or Die"

• Ages: Call for details
• Goals and activities: This tourney will feature four teams of boys and four teams of girls. Shirts provided.
• When: 4-9 p.m. Aug. 5; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 6
• Where: Fairview Recreation Center
• How much: $200 per team

Colony High School Girls S.W.E.A.T. Camp

• Ages: Entering grades 9-12
• Goals and activities: Team play. Call Don Witzel, 1-907-376-4351, for details.
• When: June 13-16; call for times.
• Where: Colony High School
• How much: Call for details.

DENALI GYMNASTICS SUMMER FUN CAMP

• Sponsor: Denali Gymnastics, Wasilla
• Ages: 5 and up
• Goals and activities: Daily gymnastics activities include training on a wide variety of equipment, educational and recreational field trips, games that focus on good sportsmanship, and arts and crafts.
• When: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. June 5-Aug. 31
• Where: 715 W. Parks Highway, Wasilla
• How much: $30 a day, with weekly and monthly rates available
• Licensed or accredited: SOA
• Contact: Lynn Reynolds, 907-373-3547 or e-mail dengym@alaska.net

FULL FORCE SOCCER ACADEMY

• Sponsor: Anchorage Indoor Soccer Center
• Ages: 5-8 and 9-16
• Goals and activities: The goal of the Full Force Soccer Academy is to develop individual skills without involvement of strategy instruction; the various aspects of team and game strategy are left to respective coaches. Proper skill development is vital to game potential and is an area often overlooked because of limited time a coach has with his or her team. Sessions use a variable number of skill-blending drills in conjunction with small-sided games to fully assess each child's skill needs. Each session consists of approximately three hours of select drills, three five-minute hydro breaks when needed, and 45 minutes to apply new skills in a small-sided game. Sessions are for individuals, as well as teams who wish to participate together.
• When: Monday-Friday, June 5-30; 8 a.m.-noon for ages 5-8; 1-5 p.m. for ages 9-16
• Where: The Park Strip and Balta Seppala Park
• How much: $100 per week
• Licensed or accredited: No
•  Contact: 277-2572 or e-mail jvela94619@aol.com

FUN WITH THE PASO FINO HORSE

• Sponsor: Alaska Paso Fino Horses
• Ages: 10 and up
•  Goals and activities: This introduction to horses and horsemanship for kids concentrates on horse safety, grooming, care and riding, using the beautiful and unique paso fino horses. Includes eight hours of horse activities in a two-day session on Friday evening and Saturday.
• When: Dates available in June, July and August
•  Where: William Chamberlin Equestrian Center
•  How much: $80 per session
•  Licensed or accredited: No
•  Contact: Mary, 346-1930; Kim, 346-3885; or e-mail stadum@alaska.net or pasofino@chugach.net

GYM RATS GAMES CAMP

• Sponsor: None listed
• Ages: Entering grades 1-6
• Goals and activities: Gym Rats offers plenty of safe, physical games including kickball, soccer, basketball, tag games, gym hockey, track and field day, physical fitness testing and more. Organizers write, ''This is for the active child always on the move – it's like P.E. all day!''
• When: 8:45 a.m.-5:15 p.m.; June 12-16 and June 26-30 for grades 1-3; June 19-23 for grades 3-6
• Where: Gladys Wood Elementary School, 7001 Cranberry St.
• How much: $110 per session includes Gym Rats T-shirt, camp and physical fitness certificates, two snacks each day, and a pizza party on Fridays.
•  Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: Jim Young, 563-7287, or Truman Newsome, 333-7787

GILLETTE JUMP SHOT BASKETBALL CAMP

• Sponsor: Gillette
• Ages: 6-16
• Goals and activities: UAA men's basketball coach Charlie Bruns directs beginning through advanced competition for boys and girls. The week-long camp focuses on teamwork and ''fun-damentals.'' Need-based scholarships are available.
• When: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. with extended hours available, Monday-Friday, June 5-9, June 19-23, July 17-21 and July 31-Aug. 4
• Where: Sullivan and Ben Boeke arenas
• How much: $140 per week
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: Tanya Hoak, 279-0618 or e-mail hoakt@sullivanarena.com

GYMNASTICS AND MORE

• Sponsor: Anchorage Gymnastics Association
• Ages: 3-13
• Goals and activities: Gymnastics, of course, along with rock climbing and bicycling, are offered at this camp. Gymnastics classes are structured and involve the use of trampolines, bars, balance beams and spring floors.
• When: June 2-Aug. 29
• Where: 525 W. Potter Drive
• How much: $25 for half day; $32 for full day; or $535 per month
• Licensed or accredited: MOA, SOA
• Contact: 563-3041

HOMER MARINERS BASKETBALL CAMP

• Sponsor: Homer High School
• Ages: 8-18
• Goals and activities: Join Seattle Pacific University head coach Ken Bone for this individual skills camp.
• When: Noon-4 p.m. June 6 for ages 8-11; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 7 for ages 11-13; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 8 for ages 14-18; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. June 9-10 for Homer High School's JV and varsity teams
•  Where: Homer High School gym
•  How much: Call for details
•  Licensed or accredited: No
•  Contact: Daryl Farrens, 907-235-6090

HOCKEY SKILLS CLINIC

•  Sponsor: None listed
•  Ages: 4-12
•  Goals and activities: This camp is for boys and girls who want to develop the fundamentals necessary to become a better hockey player. Class groupings are organized by age and ability. Skating, passing and shooting are the focus.
• When: June 12-16 and June 19-23; call for times
• Where: Demsey-Anderson Ice Arena, 1741 W. Northern Lights Blvd.
•  How much: $295
•  Licensed or accredited: No
•  Contact: Lisa Sorenson, 344-1378 or e-mail akallstar@ptialaska.net

KIDS BASEBALL CAMPS

• Sponsor: Anchorage Glacier Pilots
• Ages: 8 years old by June 1 and older
• Goals and activities: Some of the best college players and coaches from our hometown team help kids with their baseball skills. They'll improve hitting, pitching, catching and fielding abilities. Kids are asked to bring their mitts and their enthusiasm. Sign-ups begin May 1.
•  When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., June 13-14; July 10-11 and July 17-18
• Where: Mulcahy Stadium
• How much: Free
•  Licensed or accredited: None listed
• Contact: Chuck Shelton, 274-3627

NORTHWEST BASKETBALL CAMP

• Sponsor: NBC Camps
• Ages: 9-19
• Goals and activities: These residential camps target specific skills and sharpen them up. Choose from Post and Shooting, Speed Explosion and Individual Basketball Training.
• When: Post and Shooting, June 13-17; Speed Explosion, June 18-20; Individual Training, June 20-24
• Where: Wasilla High School
• How much: $195 for Speed Explosion; $305 for other camps
•  Licensed or accredited: No
•  Contact: David Wilson, 1-800-406-3926 or e-mail nbccamps@scar.com

SEAWOLVES HOCKEY CAMP

• Sponsor: University of Alaska Anchorage
• Ages: 7 and older
• Goals and activities: This camp includes both on- and off-ice training by coach Dean Talafous, his staff and UAA players. Each group meets every other day for a month. All ages will receive four hours of training, including one hour on ice for overspeed skating drills and one hour for improving thinking skills. Offensive creativity and defensive discipline will be emphasized. Two hours of off-ice training will emphasize shooting, puck handling, quickness, agility and video analysis.
• When: Choose from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. or 1:30-6 p.m.; choose from Monday-
• Wednesday-Friday group or Tuesday-Thursday group; June 19-July 18, with no camps July 3-4
• Where: UAA
• How much: $550 for the three-day-per- week group; $375 for the two-day-per-week group
• Contact: Dean Talafous, 786-1292 or 786-6103; e-mail ancjb@uaa.alaska.edu

STREET SMART IN-LINE SKATE CAMP

• Sponsor: In-Line Skate Connection
• Ages: 7-12
• Goals and activities: In-line skating basics for the beginner and improving techniques for those who already know how to skate. Emphasis is on safety, and the goal is to have fun and learn. To participate, children must have a helmet, wrist guards, and elbow and knee pads, which are available from the camp for those who need equipment. Instructor is a registered nurse who is certified in CPR and first aid.
• When: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Friday, June 12-16 or June 26-30; rainy days will be re-scheduled
• Where: Westchester Lagoon
• How much: $110 per session
• Licensed or accredited: International In-Line Skating Association
• Contact: Belinda Mehlschmidt, 250-6493

SOCCER SKILLS AND RECREATION

• Sponsor: Spyder
• Ages: 3-12
• Goals and activities: Young soccer enthusiasts, both boys and girls, meet two nights a week for fun and to improve skills. Includes jersey, medal and end-of-season party.
• When: Mondays and Wednesdays, June 5-July 27
• Where: Hilltop Ski Area and Service High School
• How much: $40-$60
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: Cristy or Pat, 727-4789

SUMMER HORSE PROGRAM

• Sponsor: Veronica Allman
• Ages: 8-13
• Goals and activities: A fun summer program designed to give children ages 8-13 a general introduction to horses and the sport of riding. This five-hour, two-day program provides participants with hands-on experience with gentle horses. Topics covered include feeding, grooming, care, safety, beginner riding and much more. Space is limited.
• When: Various times and days available
• Where: Classes available in Anchorage and Wasilla
• How much: $65 per session
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: 566-4429

SUMMER SPORTS CAMP

• Sponsor: The Alaska Club
• Ages: 6-12
• Goals and activities: Each week, the camp offers a different theme based on a specific sport. Children can look forward to such activities as ''Olympic Fun,'' basketball, self-defense, swimming, in-line skating, soccer, baseball with the Glacier Pilots, volleyball, hockey and racquet sports. Kids will also do arts and crafts, and play games both indoors and out. Registration begins April 24 and must be completed in person at Alaska Club East.
• When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday, with extended care available for an extra fee, June 5-Aug. 25
• Where: The Alaska Club East, 5201 E. Tudor Road
• How much: $110 per week for members, $130 for nonmembers; a 10 percent discount for an additional child from the same family enrolled in the same week.
• Licensed or accredited: MOA
• Contact: 337-9550, ext. 179, or e-mail tcargill@thealaskaclub.com

SUMMER TENNIS PROGRAM

• Sponsor: Municipality of Anchorage, Department of Sports and Recreation
• Ages: 8-16
• Goals and activities: Participants may choose from four sessions of tennis instruction.
• When: 10 a.m.-noon or 1-3 p.m., depending on location, Monday-Thursday; program starts June 5
• Where: Delaney Park Strip, Mears Middle School and Pop Carr Park tennis courts
• How much: $80
• Licensed or accredited: MOA
• Contact: Gregg Tracy, 338-2203

TAE KWON DO SCHOOL

• Sponsor: Chang’s Tae Kwon Do School
• Goals and activities: The school focuses on self-defense, coordination and balance, flexibility, sparring, cooperation, perseverance, leadership, integrity and courtesy. Arts and crafts and other kinds of recreation are also planned.
• When: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. June 12-Aug. 18
• Where: Z Plaza, Benson Boulevard and Minnesota Drive
• How much: $10 per day
• Accredited: None listed
• Contact: 248-3902

TEAM ALASKA SOCCER ACADEMY

• Sponsor: Team Alaska Soccer Club
• Ages: Call for details
• Goals and activities: Visiting soccer coaches include Tony Dicicco, former head coach of the U.S. Women's National Team; Janusz Michallik, formerly of the U.S. Men's National Team between 1991 and 1994; Amanda Cromwell, U.S. Women's National player and a two-time All-American; Dan Abdalla, women's coach at University of Nevada, Las Vegas; John Cossaboon, head coach from University of San Diego; a ''surprise'' women's national player; former D-1 collegiate players and the local talents of Alaska's own coaches. No cameras, video or recording devices at any of the camp sessions or coach's seminar are allowed. Early registration is advised.
• When: May 27-31
• Where: Dela Vega Soccer Fields
• How much: $250
• Licensed or accredited: USYSA
• Contact: Maggi Curran, 248-7345 or e-mail jtc@gci.net

TENNIS CAMPS

• Sponsor: The Alaska Club
• Licensed or accredited: No

Children's Tennis Camp

• Ages: 7-18
• Goals and activities: All skill levels are welcome to participate in these two-week camps. Ask about separate ''munchkin'' classes for ages 4-6.
• When: 1-3 p.m. or 3-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday, beginning June 5
• Where: Alaska Club North, 700 S. Bragaw St.
• How much: $110
• Contact: 278-3621

Summer Tennis Camp

• Ages: 8-16
• Goals and activities: Two hours of fun, strokes, strategy and games in these one-week sessions.
• When: 9:30-11:30 a.m. or 1-3 p.m. Monday-Thursday, beginning June 5
• Where: Alaska Club East, 5201 E. Tudor Road
• How much: $65
• Contact: 337-2383 or e-mail ctracy@thealaskaclub.com

Service High School Tennis Camp

• Ages: 8-18
• Goals and activities: Six hours of lessons per class, with one hour per day Monday through Wednesday, for two weeks. Classes for all levels of skill offered.
• When: Classes start June 5
• Where: Service High School
• How much: $35
• Contact: 337-9550, ext. 101

TEAM VOLLEYBALL CAMP

• Sponsor: University of Alaska Anchorage and Anchorage Volleyball Association
• Ages: Entering grades 9-12
• Goals and activities: This team volleyball camp is designed for the high school volleyball level. It will review basic skill techniques while developing specialized playing positions in a team setting. Conditioning and jump training are included. Team scrimmages are scheduled for each afternoon. Players receive instruction, tournament play, camp notebook, T-shirt and a volleyball.
• When: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. July 31-Aug. 4
• Where: UAA Sports Center
• How much: $150
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: Kim Lauwers, 786-1226 or e-mail ankal@uaa.alaska.edu

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

• Sponsor: University of Alaska Anchorage and Anchorage Volleyball Association
• Ages: Entering grades 5-8
• Goals and activities: Volleyball skills camp for both boys and girls focuses on individual skills and beginning team concepts. UAA head volleyball coach Kim Lauwers and current members of her team will conduct the camp.
• When: 8:30 a.m.-noon or 1-4:30 p.m. June 5-9
• Where: UAA Sports Center
• How much: $125
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: Kim Lauwers, 786-1226 or e-mail ankal@uaa.alaska.edu

POP WARNER FOOTBALL AND CHEERLEADING

• Sponsor: Pop Warner International
• Ages: 7-15
• Goals and activities: The camps feature full-contact football and cheerleading for football teams.
• When: Aug. 1-Oct. 15
• Where: Various locations
• How much: Approximately $350
• Licensed or accredited: Pop Warner International
• Contact: Stan Brown, 694-7850

YOUNG GUNS SUMMER HOCKEY CAMP

• Sponsor: Anchorage Aces' Steve MacSwain and Dean Larson
• Ages: 3 and older
• Goals and activities: The ''Young Guns'' hockey clinic, conducted by Anchorage Aces' Steve MacSwain and Dean Larson, is open to all ages and skill levels. The half-day camp offers three-week sessions and a weekly option to fit the family summer schedule. Guest instructors include NHL and professional hockey players throughout the summer.
• The Atom team (ages 3-6) learns fundamentals, practices skills and drills and begins to develop the ''team attitude'' and fair play essentials. The Mites (ages 7-8) concentrate on skate, stick and puck handling. Off-ice ''dry land training and chalk-talk'' further enhances skills. Squirts (ages 9-10) focus on on-ice position, passing and shooting, setting up plays and more. Video instruction and discussion of game rules are planned, too.
• The Peewees (ages 11-12) are introduced to body checking, power strides, passing, positioning and strategic game plays. Dry land weight training includes agility exercises and strength conditioning. The Bantams (ages 13-15) learn the on-ice mental game of hockey. Successful ''corner work'' is emphasized. Weight training, nutrition, grades and testing, strength and conditioning are off-ice topics. Midgets (ages 15-17) focus on mental preparation and physical strength to master the game. Mentors MacSwain and Larson guide the athletes to the next level of play including NCAA requirements, recruitment techniques and challenges.
• Evening skates for high school, junior and collegiate players are scheduled. The program is registered and insured by USA Hockey.
• When: 1-5 p.m. June 12-29, July 10-Aug. 3 and Aug. 7-24
• Where: Bonnie Cusack Ice Arena
• How much: $425 per session, with weekly rates available
• Licensed or accredited: No
• Contact: 336-3341 or e-mail blomfield@micronet.net