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Race for Rec Center Classes Starts March 6

Noe Valley's version of the Olympics starts this week, as athletes, artists, and actors vie for spots in spring classes at Upper Noe Recreation Center on Day Street.

Beginning March 6, at 10 a.m., residents can sign up online for free or low-cost courses ranging from badminton, tennis, and basketball clinics to tot gym, tai chi, and crochet. As at other parks in the city, the spring session at Upper Noe runs from early March until the end of May.

To get ready to play, residents should set up a "family account" with the city's Recreation and Park Department. The accounts, which are required in order to participate in organized park activities and sports leagues, are available at sfRecOnline.org or in person at certain parks and locations around the city. For information about the process, go to the website or drop by the Upper Noe Rec Center, 295 Day Street at Sanchez Street; 970-8061. Online problems? Call 831-6800.

Meanwhile, here's the scoop on classes offered at Upper Noe this spring. Park hours are Mondays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SPRING PROGRAM SCHEDULE

The San Francisco Recreation and Park Department published these course descriptions Feb. 8 at sfRec Online.org. (The Voice did very slight edits of the listings; the numbers in parentheses are Rec and Park course numbers.) All of the activities take place at Upper Noe Recreation Center and Park. Note: Registration officially opens March 6, 10 a.m., for all classes except the youth tee ball and youth baseball team practices. Registration continues until classes fill up. Spring courses run from March through May.

Adult Art--Card Creations (15981)

Create greeting cards of all kinds for all occasions and seasons. Create memories to last a lifetime.

Dates: Sun., Fri., March 13 to May 21, 2:30-3:30 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Facility: Arts and Craf ts Space
Meetings: 20
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 12

Adult Badminton (15901, 15902)

Smash the birdie over the net and see if you have what it takes to play this fun sport. All levels of play are welcome to join in. All participants will be required to play doubles, unless space warrants otherwise. You may be restricted to register for only one time slot per day, depending on space availability.

Dates: Wed., March 17 to May 19, 7-8 pm and 8-9 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 16

Adult Tai Chi (15909)

Tai chi has a positive effect on balance, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. These programs are sponsored by the RPD Scholarship Fund to benefit residents who qualify for financial aid.

Dates: Wed., March 17 to May 19, 7-8 pm and 8-9 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Facility: Basketball Court
Meetings: 10
Fees: Free
Spots Open: 15

Adult Tennis--Beginning (15562, 15563, 15913, 15564)

All Recreation and Park Department beginning tennis classes cover the basics, including ground stroke, volley, and serve. Participants learn court position, etiquette, how to keep score and how to play a match. Participants must bring a tennis racquet and wear tennis shoes.

Dates: Wed., March 17 to May 19, 1-2 pm and 7:30-8:30 pm
Fri., March 19 to May 21, 11 am-noon and 1-2 pm
Ages: 18 to 55
Facility: Tennis Court 1
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 8

Adult Theater (15985, 15984)

Learn various acting skills, scene development, character development, and storytelling. These programs are sponsored by the RPD Scholarship Fund to benefit residents who qualify for financial aid.

Dates: Sun., March 14 to May 16, 9:30 am-noon
Mon., March 15 to May 17, 6-7 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $25 (Sun.), $10 (Mon.)
Spots Open: 10

Adult Volleyball (15596)

A fun team sport to get your heart beating and your legs moving!

Dates: Tues., March 16 to May 18, 7-9 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $40
Spots Open: 18

Adult Workout--Women's Circuit Training (15588, 15595)

Circuit training with various anaerobic and aerobic exercise.

Dates: Tues. & Thurs., March 16 to May 20, 11 am-12:30 pm
Wed. & Fri., March 17 to May 21, 11 am-12:30 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 20
Fees: $60
Spots Open: 12 and 15

Adult Workout--Boot Camp (15589, 15587)

Boot camp and conditioning. Improve your cardiovascular fitness and increase your flexibility and muscle strength. All fitness levels are welcome.

Dates: Tues., March 16 to May 18, 7-9 pm
Thurs., March 18 to May 20, 7-9 pm
Ages: 18 and up
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $40
Spots Open: 15

Family Arts (16019)

Be crafty and creative! Create art projects with your youngsters and prepare to inspire and be inspired. Activities may include traditional art projects or activities designed to stretch your imagination.

Dates: Sat., March 13 to May 15, 11:30 am-1 pm
Ages: For all ages
Facility: Arts and Crafts Space
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 12

Family Games (16117)

This is a variety of activities and events for the entire family. Come join the fun, try some new activities, and make some new friends. Sponsored by the RPD Scholarship Fund to benefit residents who qualify for financial aid.

Dates: Sun., March 14 to May 16, 2-4 pm
Ages: For all ages
Facility: Arts and Crafts Space
Meetings: 10
Fees: Free
Spots Open: 15

Family Social Time (15849)

Come and do games and see movies at y our local neighborhood recreation center and get to know your neighbors.

Dates: Fri., March 19 to May 21, 6:30-8:30 pm
Ages: For all ages
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: Free
Spots Open: 20

Senior Art Expression (16014)

Explore jewelry-making, mixed-media collage, decoupage, paper crafts and more. Senior programs are sponsored by the RPD Scholarship Fund.

Dates: Wed., March 17 to May 19, 12:30-3 pm
Ages: 55 and up
Facility: Arts and Crafts Space
Meetings: 10
Fees: Free
Spots Open: 12

Senior Arts--Crafts (15983)

Make new friends and explore your creative side in these fun classes, featuring beading and scrap crafts.

Dates: Sat. & Mon., March 13 to May 17, 3:30-5 pm
Ages: 55 and up
Facility: Arts and Crafts Space
Meetings: 20
Fees: Free
Spots Open: 15

Tot Gym (15831)

Toddlers engage in developing motor skills with the use of different apparatus, free play, and exploration.

Dates: Fri., March 19 to May 21, 10-11 am
Ages: 1 to 5
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $30 for 10 weeks ($3/1.5 hours)
Spots Open: 25

Tot Playgroup (15827)

Basic playtime for tots to explore.

Dates: Mon., March 15 to May 17, 11 am-noon
Ages: 2 to 5
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 35

Tot Space--Creative Movement and Dance (16015, 16001, 16018)

Children develop coordination and confidence by expressing themselves in new ways in this intro to dance, movement, and rhythm.

Dates: Mon., March 15 to May 17, 4-5 pm and 5-6 pm
Sat., March 13 to May 15, 9:30-10:30 am
Ages: Children ages 3 to 4 on Mondays, 4 pm, or on Saturday. Ages 4 to 5 on Mondays, 5 pm.
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $40
Spots Open: 10

Tot Space--Mommy and Me (15821)

Toddlers engage in developing motor skills with the use of different apparatus, free play, and exploration.

Dates: Mon., March 15 to May 17, 1-2:30 pm
Ages: 6 months to 2 years
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $60
Spots Open: 25

Tot Space--Parade (15826)

Sing, dance, and make music. We will make instruments or props to play with as we celebrate every week.

Dates: Mon., March 15 to May 17, 2-3 pm
Ages: 2 to 4
Facility: Arts and Crafts Space
Meetings: 10
Fees: $40
Spots Open: 15

Tot Space--Shake, Twist, and Shout (15820)

A movement class with some music and singing.

Dates: Thurs., March 18 to May 20, 10-11:30 am
Ages: 3 to 5
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $60
Spots Open: 25

Tot Sports--Little Athletes (15817)

Start your child on the road to a healthy lifestyle. Bring your toddler to enjoy fun and active play while learning basic sports skills.

Dates: Wed., March 17 to May 19, 2-3 pm
Ages: 3 to 5
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $40
Spots Open: 12

Tot Time (15859, 15860)

These unique classes are designed to promote the mental and physical development of all participants. These classes may include art, music, movement, motor skill development, physical fitness, and school readiness.

Dates: Tues., March 16 to May 18, 10-11:30 am
Wed., March 17 to May 19, 10-11:30 am
Ages: Tuesday class, 1 month to 4 years; Wednesday class, 8 months to 4 years
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $30 for 10 weeks ($3/1.5 hours)
Spots Open: 25

Youth Art--Textile Arts (15992, 15993)

Everything done with fabrics! Learn basic stitches to make all kinds of creative projects. We will explore altering clothing, making dolls, accessories and more.

Dates: Sun., March 14 to May 16, 11 am-12:30 pm
Tues., March 16 to May 18, 3:30-5 pm
Ages: 6 to 12
Facility: Arts and Crafts Space
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 10

Youth Art--Youth Crochet Basics (15872)

Learn the basics and become hooked on crochet. It's amazing what can be created with just a hook and a ball of yarn.

Dates: Mon., March 15 to May 17, 6-7 pm
Ages: 4 to 12
Facility: Arts and Crafts Space
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 12

Youth Art--Paper Craft Extravaganza (15871)

Create wonders of expression, learn the versatility of paper, and explore new skills.

Dates: Thurs., March 18 to May 20, 4-5 pm
Ages: 6 to 13
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 12

Youth Baseball--Pitching/Catching Clinic (15844)

Learn how to improve your pitching and catching techniques. Call the recreation center for more information. Registration for this course by instructor only.

Dates: Thurs., March 18 to May 20, 5:30-6:30 pm
Ages: 8 to 10
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 10

Youth Baseball--Tee Ball (15886)

Join your local S.F. youth baseball team. Learn and improve on your skills in hitting, fielding, and teamwork. Please contact the recreation center for more information about the team, game days, and to register for a team. Registration by coach of team only. No online or open registration. Practices start in the first week of March.

Dates: Tues., March 2 to May 25, 3:30-4:30 pm
Ages: 5 to 6
Facility: Baseball Diamond
Meetings: 13
Fees: $30
Spots Open: 15

Youth Baseball--SFYBL Team Practices (15830, 15877)

Join your local S.F. youth baseball team. Learn and improve on your skills in hitting, fielding, and teamwork. Please contact the recreation center for more information about the team, game days, and to register for a team. Registration by coach of team only. No online or open registration. Practices start in the first week of March.

Dates: Tues., March 2 to May 25, 4:30-5:30 pm (ages 8 to 9)
Wed., March 3 to May 26, 3:30-4:30 pm (ages 6 to 8)
Ages: 8 to 9 (Tues.) or 6 to 8 (Wed.)
Facility: Baseball Diamond
Meetings: 13
Fees: $30
Spots Open: 14 to 15

Youth Baseball--Fundamentals (15841)

Find your field of dreams. Learn basic fundamentals in offensive and defensive baseball skills in a fun recreational setting.

Dates: Thurs., March 18 to May 20, 4:30-5:30 pm
Ages: 7 to 10
Facility: Baseball Diamond
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 10

Youth Basketball--Fundamentals (15897)

Learn the many aspects of basketball including skills dev elopment, physical conditioning, game-time scenarios, and philosophy.

Dates: Fri., March 19 to May 21, 3:30-4:30 pm
Ages: 7 to 10
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 15

Youth Basketball--Pee Wee Team (15912)

Learn new skills and practice for league games. Contact the recreation director at the site for more information and to register. Registration by coach only. No online registration.

Dates: Thurs., March 18 to May 20, 3:30-6:30 pm
Ages: 5 to 7
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $40
Spots Open: 15

Youth Tennis--Beginning Class for Girls (15847)

Recreation and Park Department beginning tennis classes cover the basics, including groundstroke, volley, and serve. Participants learn court position, etiquette, how to keep score and how to play a match. Please bring your own tennis racquet.

Dates: Fri., March 19 to May 21, 4-5 pm
Ages: Girls 6 to 8
Facility: Tennis Court 1
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 10
Youth Theater Explosion (15982)
Dates: Sat., March 13 to May 15, 1-3 pm
Ages: 8 to 17
Facility: Auditorium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $20
Spots Open: 12

Youth Volleyball--Girls (15842)

Learn to set, assist, and block. Approach the net and spike that ball!

Dates: Wed., March 17 to May 19, 4-5:30 pm
Ages: 8 to 11
Facility: Gymnasium
Meetings: 10
Fees: $30
Spots Open: 12