SPORTS CAMPS
NEWPORT BEACH: Skyhawks Mini-Hawks Sports Camps is an introductory
program for children that teaches basic skills in basketball,
baseball and soccer in a relaxed setting. All participants should
bring water and a snack and will receive a mini-ball and a T-shirt.
Ages invited are 4 to 6. Camps are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to
noon and begin Aug. 9 and Aug. 23. The cost is $110. Information: (949) 644-3151.
NEWPORT BEACH: Mightyhawk Multi-Sport Camp allows children to
learn and play a variety of sports in one week. Sports include
baseball, basketball, soccer and flag football. Participants should
bring water and a snack, and will all receive a T-shirt. Ages invited
are 5 to 12. Camps are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and
begin Aug. 8. The cost is $99 and $135. Information: (949) 644-3151.
SUMMER CAMPS
NEWPORT BEACH: Kids Paddle Camp teaches children the basics in
kayaking and outrigger canoeing. Destinations in the weeklong course
include Balboa Fun Zone, Spyder Island and Bubble Beach. Fridays
include a barbecue at the Newport Aquatic Center. Participants should
bring a towel, a bathing suit, a change of clothes and a snack in a
well-labeled backpack. Ages invited are 8 to 12. Camps are Monday
through Friday, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. and begin weekly until Aug. 16.
The cost is $160. Information: (949) 644-3151.
SURF CAMPS
NEWPORT BEACH: Quiksilver Surf Camp 2004 teaches kids ocean safety
and etiquette. Kids will learn to stretch and get instruction from
professional surfers in style, competition and environmental
protection. Friday afternoons are parent days and parents are welcome
to join the course. Ages invited are 6 to 12. Camp is Monday through
Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and begins Aug. 9, Aug. 16 and Aug. 23.
The cost is $450. Information: (949) 644-3151.
NEWPORT BEACH: Surf Camp provides hands-on instruction for the
most novice to the most experienced. Includes instruction in history,
water safety and riptides, sun protection and the most basic and
crucial techniques. Ages invited are 7 to 15. Camps are Monday
through Friday, 8 a.m. to noon and begin weekly starting until Aug.