Community Sports Calendar
Published 12:00 am Monday, February 26, 2018
Adaptive Sports
OAS Junior Racers: Saturday; kids 18 and under who have a physical disability or visual impairments are eligible for this event, which includes adaptive skiing, a pizza party and costume contest; registration deadline is Tuesday; Hoodoo Ski & Recreation, U.S. Highway 20, Box 20, Sisters; http://oregonadaptivesports.org/juniorracers or 541-306-4772.
Basketball
LunchTime PickUp Basketball Game: Mondays through Fridays through March 31; for ages 14 and up, get your co-workers and show your stuff on the indoor basketball court, or meet your friends while they are on their lunch break; get a workout and burn some calories; $3; Redmond Area Park and Recreation District Activity Center, 465 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond; www.raprd.org or 541-548-7275.
Curling
Know Neighbors — Canada Loves Curling: March 7; learn the rules and history of curling and take a turn on the ice with the Bend Curling Club; starts at 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., registration required; The Pavilion Bend, 1001 SW Bradbury Drive, Bend; www.deschuteslibrary.org/calendar/event/46225 or 541-312-1032.
Martial Arts
Cage Kids, Session 3: Mondays and Wednesdays, March 5-28; for ages 9-11; a typical class includes bully prevention, basic Brazilian jiujitsu, body awareness, fitness, gymnastics and a high-energy good time; 5-6 p.m.; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Kids Brazilian JiuJitsu, Session 3: Mondays and Wednesdays, March 5-28; for ages 8-11; watch your child’s energy, confidence and spirit rise, while he/she becomes strong and confident; jiujitsu is considered to be one of the best self-defenses for kids and adults;6-7:15 p.m.; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Boxing, Session 3: Mondays and Wednesdays, March 5-28; for ages 9 and up, this program is for adults and children, men and women of all fitness levels; class teaches the basics of boxing while providing a workout; 6:30-8 p.m.; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Ninja Kids, Session 3: Mondays and Wednesdays, March 5-28 or Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 6-29; for ages 5-8, Ninja Kids is designed to build a child’s self-confidence through muscle development and body awareness; kids learn bully prevention and self defense; Monday/Wednesday, 4-5 p.m., Tuesday/Thursday, 5-6 p.m.; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Brazilian JiuJitsu, Session 3: Tuesdays and Thursdays, March 6-29; for ages 12 and up, no matter your size, you can defend yourself using proper technique; the class will improve physical fitness, core strength, stability and flexibility; 6:30-8 p.m.; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Running
Bend Area Running Fraternity: Mondays; a 3.5-mile run through the Old Mill District and along the Deschutes River; all paces welcome; 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Atlas Cider Co. Taproom, 750 SW Industrial Way, Bend or 307-286-5691.
Rise and Run: Tuesdays; meet at FootZone with lights and layers; all paces welcome; 3- to 5-mile routes usually take advantage of snow-free and lit paths in the Old Mill District; 5 a.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/weekly-runs.
Tuesday Performance Group: Tuesdays; an interval-based workout group that welcomes all ability levels; this is a low-key, inclusive group focused on getting the most out of your running; workout distances vary; effort level is up to you; 5:30 p.m.; locations vary, Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/weekly-runs.
FootZone Noon Run: Wednesdays; order lunch from a local taco shop when you leave and we’ll have it when you return; meet at FootZone; noon; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/weekly-runs.
FootZone Hump Day Run: Wednesdays; get over the midweek hump with runners of all paces; this winter, runs are typically 3 to 5 miles to the Old Mill and back; no one will be left behind; bring a few bucks if you want to get a beer after; 6 p.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/weekly-runs.
Functional Strength Class: Wednesdays; a strength class designed by endurance athletes, for endurance athletes; this class will teach you simple movements that will help you run healthier and faster; $5 drop-in fee; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/weekly-runs.
IntroRUN: Saturdays and Wednesdays, March 3-April 14; twice-weekly 5K training group will prepare runners for the Bend Marathon 5K; ideal for those starting running or a consistent fitness program, or who want to train with a great group; 8 a.m. Saturdays, 6 p.m. Wednesdays; $90; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/training-groups or 541-317-3568.
10K Training Group: Saturdays and Wednesdays, March 3-April 14; group will prepare runners for the Bend Marathon and Half 10K on April 22; building mileage, runners will learn about different workouts that will make them stronger, faster and more resilient runner; meets at 8 a.m. Saturdays and 6 p.m. Wednesdays; $90; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/training-groups or 541-317-3568.
Grin and Bear It: March 3; a 5K, 10K and 1-mile run through the Old Mill District, followed by a family fun fair, benefiting Healthy Beginnings; 9 a.m.; $10-$30; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 322 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; http://myhb.org/grin-bear-it-run or 541-383-6357.
Saturday Morning Coffee Run: Saturdays; all paces welcome for a 3- to 5-mile run; bring a few bucks for coffee at a local shop afterward with your new running buddies; 9 a.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/weekly-runs.
Good Form Running Clinic: March 8; learn the four points of good form running and practice drills, for all ages and abilities; 5:30 p.m., registration requested; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/good-form-running or 541-317-3568.
St. Patty’s Day Dash 2018: March 17; a family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day 5K fun run to benefit the Gift of Literacy and J Bar J Youth Services, costumes encouraged; 8 a.m.;. $20-$40; Old Mill District, 450 SW Powerhouse Drive, Suite 422, Bend; http://bendstpatsdash.com or 706-604-5013.
Prineville Paddy Pint Run: March 17; a St. Patrick’s day community run through Prineville, participants can choose between a 1-mile and 5K race; 4 p.m.; $29 entry fee; downtown Prineville, 150 NW Fourth St., Prineville; https://runsignup.com/Race/OR/Prineville/PrinevillePaddyPintRun or 541-233-9037.
Snow Sports
Intro to Skate Skiing — Fridays in March: Fridays, March 2-23; this program offers a four-week progressive introduction to skate skiing; ideal for beginners; learn skate ski technique, gain fitness and spend your winter outdoors; 10-11:30 a.m.; $175, includes four-week clinic, trail passes and rentals; Mt. Bachelor ski area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; www.mtbachelor.com/nordic/nordic-lessons or 541-693-0999.
Intro to Classic Skiing — Fridays in March: Fridays, March 2-23; this program offers a four-week progressive introduction to classic skiing; ideal for beginners; learn cross-country ski technique, gain fitness, and spend your winter outdoors; 12:30-2 p.m.; $175, includes four-week clinic, trail passes and rentals; Mt. Bachelor ski area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; www.mtbachelor.com/nordic/nordic-lessons or 541-693-0999.
Intro to Skate Skiing — Saturdays in March: Saturdays, March 3-24; this program offers a four-week progressive introduction to skate skiing; ideal for beginners; learn skate ski technique, gain fitness, and spend your winter outdoors; 8:30-10 a.m.; $175, includes four-week clinic, trail passes and rentals; Mt. Bachelor ski area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; www.mtbachelor.com/nordic/nordic-lessons or 541-693-0999.
Intro to Classic Skiing — Sundays in March: Sundays, March 4-25; this program offers a four-week progressive introduction to classic skiing; ideal for beginners; learn cross-country ski technique, gain fitness and spend your winter outdoors; 10:30 a.m.-noon; $175, includes four-week clinic, trail passes and rentals; Mt. Bachelor ski area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; www.mtbachelor.com/nordic/nordic-lessons or 541-693-0999.
Intro to Skate Skiing — Tuesdays in March: Tuesdays, March 6-27; this program offers a four-week progressive introduction to skate skiing; ideal for beginners; learn skate ski technique, gain fitness, and spend your winter outdoors; 10-11:30 a.m.; $175, includes four-week clinic, trail passes and rentals; Mt. Bachelor ski area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; www.mtbachelor.com/nordic/nordic-lessons or 541-693-0999.
Cascade Crest Nordic Ski Marathon & Relay: March 10; 50K and 25K races, 50K skate relay and 10K beginners race; 9:30 a.m.; Mt. Bachelor ski area, 13000 Century Drive, Bend; www.cascadecrestnordic.com or 541-693-0933.
Tennis
NTRP Kickoff Tournament: March 2-4; men’s and women’s singles and men’s, women’s and mixed doubles tournament; matches will be best of three sets; entry deadline is Monday, draws Wednesday; play starts noon Friday; one event $30, two events $50, three events $60; Athletic Club of Bend, 61615 Athletic Club Drive, Bend; www.athleticclubofbend.com/tennis or 541-385-3062.