Community Sports Calendar
Published 12:00 am Monday, January 11, 2016
Archery
Teen Introduction to Archery: Jan. 19-22; introducing archery for teens ages 14 to 18. Learn the skills it takes to get a perfect shot. Students will learn safety and equipment basics as well as tips and tricks to have them aiming like pros; 4 p.m.; $25; Top Pin Pro Archery, 1611 SW 1st St., Redmond; http://raprd.org/ or 541-548-7275.
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Arrows Fly – Youth Introduction to Archery, Session 2: Feb. 9-12; This fun intro to archery class for ages 8 to 13 is filled with lessons on range safety, proper shooting technique and equipment basics; 4 p.m.; $25; Top Pin Pro Archery, 1611 SW 1st St., Redmond; http://raprd.org/ or 541-548-7275.
Baseball
Bend South Little League Registration: Friday through Sunday; Bend South Little League registration for baseball and softball Jan. 15, 4-9 p.m.; Jan. 16, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Jan. 17, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; $75-$145 (registration fee plus fundraising); Bend Fieldhouse, 401 SE Roosevelt, Bend; www.bendsouthll.org or 541-390-5133.
Second Annual Minnesota Twins MLK Weekend Camp: Saturday and Sunday; lots of individual attention with offensive and defensive drills. Players will get lots of reps in small groups to fine-tune your game. Staff includes former players and current MLB Scouts; 10 a.m. for younger players, 2 p.m. for high schoolers; $200; Vince Genna Stadium, SE 5th St. and Roosevelt Ave., Bend.
Basketball
Lunch Time Pick-up Basketball Games: Weekdays through March 25; For ages 14 and up, come down to the RAPRD Activity Center for pick-up basketball. Get your fellow co-workers and come show your stuff on the indoor basketball court; drop-in fee of $3; RAPRD Activity Center, 2441 SW Canal Blvd., Redmond; www.raprd.org or 541-548-7275.
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Climbing
Bend Boulder Bash: Jan. 23; a climbing competition series; climbers throughout the Northwest are invited to compete for cash prizes at the final event; 5 p.m.; $20 in advance, $40 for January final; Bend Rock Gym, 1182 SE Centennial Court, Bend; http://bendrockgym.com or 541-388-6764.
Gymnastics
Adult Gymnastics Co-Ed, Session 2: Tuesdays and Thursdays in February; at RGA we encourage fitness and health for all of our members, including parents of our gymnastics. We are excited to offer you a different class option instructed by one of our certified instructors; 6:30pm $49 for Tuesdays only, $89 for Tuesdays and Thursdays; Redmond Gymnastics Academy, 1789 SW Veterans Way, Redmond; http://raprd.org/ or 541-548-7275.
Health and Safety
Let’s do the Twist: Monday; Learn about the importance of rotational stability in running from Rebound physical therapist Jay Dicharry; 7 p.m.,; registration required; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com or 541-317-3568.
Running
Tuesday Performance Running Group: Tuesdays; an interval-based workout to help you get the most out of your running; distance and effort vary according to what works for you; 5:30 p.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings or 541-317-3568.
Wednesday Group Run: Wednesdays; a 3- to 5-mile group run; 6 p.m.; Fleet Feet Sports, 1320 NW Galveston Ave., Bend; http://fleetfeetbend.com or 541-389-1601.
Redmond Oregon Running Klub (RORK) Runs: Saturdays; 3-6 miles, all levels welcome; 8 a.m.; Sam Johnson Park, SW 15th Street and SW Evergreen Avenue, Redmond or 541-419-0889.
IntroRUN 5k Training Group: Jan. 23; Learn the basics of running, start a consistent fitness program, or just train for a 5k with a great group of people; 8 a.m.; $65; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/event/introrun-begins/ or 541-317-3568.
Shoes and Brews: Jan. 28; Meet at a designated brewery and run a 3-mile route, wear reflective gear; 6 p.m.; Fleet Feet Sports, 1320 NW Galveston Ave., Bend; www.fleetfeetbend.com or 541-389-1601.
Mad Ass 2016: Jan. 30; 25K and 50K routes starting and ending at the Madras Aquatic Center. All proceeds go to Jack Watts Memorial Fund, which supports local high school runners. Race is followed by potluck; 7:30 a.m.; suggested donation of $20, and bring a dish to share; Madras Aquatic Center, 1195 SE Kemper Way, Madras; https://sites.google.com/site/madass2010.
2016 USATF Cross Country Nationals: Feb. 6; the meet will include junior races, masters races, and an open category with some of the best talent in US cross country running. Race day will kick off with a community 4k race open to all runners; 9 a.m.; $45 before Jan. 25, $65 before Jan. 29, $100 on-site; River’s Edge Golf Course, 400 NW Pro Shop Drive, Bend; www.visitbend.com/crosscountry.
Super Bowl Sunday Dam Run: Feb. 7; This event features three races: 20 miles, 10 miles and 5K. A bus will take the participants to each start point. The course is rolling on a low volume highway. All races end at Norm’s Xtreme Fitness; 9 a.m.; $20, $30 with t-shirt; Norm’s Xtreme Fitness, 120 W. Third Street, Prineville; www.normsxtremefitness.com or 541-416-0455
Snow Sports
Snowshoeing the Cascades: Wednesdays in January; snowshoe across meadows and through forests to vistas. Learn about the wildlife, cultural and natural history the Cascade Mountains. Each snowshoe will cover a distance of 4-6 miles; 9 a.m.; $89; Includes 4 days; COCC Chandler Lab, 1027 NW Trenton, Bend; http://www.cocc.edu/continuinged or 541-383-7270.
“Jeremy Jones’ Further”: Wednesday; Watch a ski film to benefit the Central Oregon Avalanche Association, and funds for their new weather station to aid in avalanche forecasting and reporting in Central Oregon; 7 p.m.; $10; Crow’s Feet Commons, 875 NW Brooks St., Bend; www.crowsfeetcommons.com or 541-728-0066.
Hella Big Air: Sunday; featuring riders and skiers hitting a 70-foot-jump, competing for prizes, live music and more; 2:30 p.m.; Mt. Bachelor Ski Area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend or 541-585-1007.
Tour for the Heart: Jan. 24; this fun 5K cross-country ski or snowshoe tour aims to raise awareness of heart disease. The covers a beautiful Cascades route suitable for participants of all abilities; 11 a.m.; $20-$25; Mt. Bachelor Ski Area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; www.tourfortheheart.org.
Great Nordeen Ski and Fat Tire Bike Race: Jan. 30; A 30K and 18K nordic ski race starting in front of the West Village Lodge at Mt. Bachelor Ski Area and descending to Wanoga Sno-Park. The Fat Bike division will be a 15k event starting from Sunrise Lodge; 7:30 a.m.; $40 until Jan. 22, $60 afterwards; Mt. Bachelor Ski Area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; http://www.mbsef.org/nordic/races or 541-388-0002.
She’s Still on Skis Nordic Skate Ski Program for Women: Wednesdays and Saturdays in February; A four-week session for veterans of the She’s on Skis Women’s program and intermediate to advanced skiers; 9 a.m.; $120-$140; Mt Bachelor Nordic Center, 13000 Century Drive, Bend or 541-693-0909.
Meissner Nordic Luminaria: Feb. 13; ski a trail lined with flickering lights to guide nighttime skiers and snowshoers, a bonfire awaits at the shelter, to benefit Meissner Nordic; 5:30 p.m., donations accepted; Virginia Meissner Sno-Park, milepost 14, SW Century Drive, Bend; http://www.meissnernordic.org or 541-383-4000.
Table Tennis
Bend Table Tennis: Mondays; Open play Monday nights; play is informal and open to everyone; 6 p.m.; seniors and students 18 and under $2; adults $3; Boys & Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend; www.bendtabletennis.com or 541-318-0890.