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City of Petoskey

Department of Parks & Recreation

winter Sports Program

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Boy’s Basketball boy’s Wrestling Girl’s Basketball Girl’s Volleyball Ice Skating Men’s Basketball Skiing & Snowboarding Scholarship

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Learn to Skate at the Winter Sports Park Join instructor, Anne Murray, at the Petoskey Winter Sports Park starting Tuesday, January 8th (weather permitting) for figure skating lessons! Lessons will take place Tuesdays and/or Thursdays for three weeks, featuring three lessons for adults, and six lessons for kids. Please see registration fees below.

Youth (Ages 5+)

Adults (All Ages)

SCHEDULE FEE: $45 Residents, $60 Non-Residents

FEE: $30 Residents, $45 Non-Residents

(6 Lessons)

(3 Lessons)

• Beginners

for students who have rarely/never skated

5:30 PM Tuesdays & Thursdays, Jan. 8 - 24

7:00-7:30 PM Tuesday Jan. 8, 15 & 22

• Advanced for students who have skated in the past

6:00 PM Tuesdays & Thursdays, Jan. 8 - 24

• Advanced for students who have skated in the past

7:00-7:30 PM Thursday Jan. 10, 17 & 24

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Youth Volleyball The City of Petoskey’s youth volleyball players are coached by Coach Parker, PMS Coaching Staff, and the PHS players. This instructional program is for all girls in 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. Players will focus on fundamentals, basic skills, and match strategies of competitive volleyball.

All experience and skill levels are welcome, as this program is both instructional and introductory. There will be a possibility of some local traveling to compete against neighboring communities. Students will need gym shoes, knee pads, and workout clothes. Volleyball tee shirts will be provided.

SCHEDULE • Girls Grades 4-6 Petoskey Middle School

5:30-6:30 PM Sundays, January 13 - March 17

Free Wrestling Program Petoskey is now introducing a non-competitive wrestling program for boys grades K through 5th grade. All wrestling equipment will be provided. Participants will need a t-shirt, shorts, and clean gym shoes.

SCHEDULE • Grades K-1 Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 PM November 27 - December 11

• Grades 2-5 Mondays & Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 PM November 26 - December 12

The program will be held at Petoskey High School Wrestling Room and will be lead by the PHS coaching staff. Please see dates and times below.

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Youth Basketball The City of Petoskey’s Parks and Recreation has separate basketball programs for both boys and girls, grades 3rd through 6th. This introductory program focuses on developing the basic techniques and fundamentals of basketball. The first two weeks will consist of group clinics and drills, followed by games (after Christmas break).

Boys

Girls

SCHEDULE FEE: $60.00 Residents, $75 Non-Residents

SCHEDULE FEE: $50.00 Residents, $65 Non-Residents

• 3rd & 4th Grade Boys

• 3rd - 6th Grade Girls

Petoskey Middle School

8:00-9:30 AM December 8th & 15th

• 5th & 6th Grade Boys Petoskey Middle School

9:30-11:00 AM December 8th & 15th

Petoskey Central School

9:00-10:30 AM December 8th & 15th

We will take December 22 & 29 off for the holidays and resume the program on January 5th. The program continues through February 16th for both boys and girls. Updated schedules will be passed out at that point.

PROGRAM GUIDELINES 1.

Make sure your child comes with basketball shoes that do not leave black

marks on the gym floor. No wet shoes on the gym floor, please!

Leave boots and coats in hallway. Children must change into basketball/

tennis shoes prior to entering gym.

You will not be called prior to first session (Dec. 8). Please show up at the

scheduled times shown above.

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Men’s Basketball League The Men’s Basketball League is limited to 15 players per team on the league roster, with a maximum of 8 teams in the league. Players must meet the age requirement (over 30 years old with an option of five individuals under 30). Rosters must be filled out completely or they will not be accepted. The team deadline is December 1, 2018 with a team fee of $800.00 total, due at the first game played.

REMEMBER: As stated, the rosters and team fees will be collected at the first game. All checks (sponsor and/or player fees) should be made payable to City of Petoskey. A season typically consists of 12-14 games (dependent on number of teams), followed by an end of season tournament.

The league abides by MHSAA rules, unless stated otherwise in rules packet. Games will be played at Petoskey Central School gym or the Petoskey High School gym. The schedule is to be determined, with game nights varying according to gym availability.

FEE: $800 per team

Scholarship A scholarship program has been established to ensure that all children in the community have the same opportunities to participate in the City of Petoskey’s Department of Parks and Recreation youth sports programs. To donate to the scholarship program go to petoskey.recdesk.com and click on the donate tab on our home page. To apply for the scholarship fill out the scholarship application, which can be found at

www.petoskey.us. Click on Fees, Forms and Permits along the bottom of our home page. Then click Parks and Recreation Forms.

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Greetings From Nub’s Nob Winter Sports School Once again we are excited to host the Petoskey Department of Parks and Recreation’s Ski and Snowboard Lesson Program. Nub’s Nob Winter Sports School and the Petoskey Department of Parks and Recreation have combined efforts to give our local community high quality and affordable ski and snowboard lessons and rentals. Beginner and experienced skiers and snowboarders are welcome to take advantage of this great cost saving package deal. The programs are designed for all levels of skiers and snowboarders age 7 and up (as of 12/31/18). As a participant in this program you will receive three 1 ½ hour group lessons, the best ski or snowboard rental equipment and appropriate chairlift passes, and will save over $55 per day. Please see registration prices below. The program will take place on 3 consecutive Sundays: January 27, February 3 and February 10.

SCHEDULE FEE: $80 Residents, $95 Non-Residents • All Skiers & Snowboarders Ages 7+ Must be at least 7 years old as of 12/31/18 Check in at Nub’s Nob Ski Area

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Lesson begins at Winter Sports School

by 12:30 PM Sundays, January 27, February 3, February 10 Due to safety concerns and different learning abilities, minimum age limit is strictly enforced.

Please arrive at Nub’s Nob Ski Area by noon each Sunday. Check in at the rental office and staff will direct you to your equipment and insure it fits correctly. Meet outside at the Winter Sports School meeting area by 12:30 PM to begin your 1 ½ hour group lesson. Groups are formed based on age and ability. Once your lesson is complete you have several hours to enjoy your time on the snow. Lift tickets will be handed out during your lesson. Helmets are available to rent for a special rate of just $4 daily. Be sure to dress as if you are playing in the snow with a warm hat, gloves, appropriate insulated jacket and pants and one pair of long, fitted tight socks. Please bring goggles and a neck gaiter if you have them. We are glad you are taking advantage of these great programs and hope that you enjoy the slopes safely! Rebecca Behm, Program Director

City of Petoskey Sports Program

Dates, times, and fees are subject to change.

Residents are anyone living in Petoskey, Bear Creek or Resort Township.

For questions, email esmith@petoskey.us or call (231) 347-2500. For schedule changes, weather cancellations, and real time updates, please like us on Facebook at Petoskey Parks and Recreation.

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