Community Sports Calendar
Published 12:00 am Monday, April 30, 2018
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Adaptive Sports
Spin Into Spring: Sunday; this spinathon is a way to get exercise while experiencing and supporting the mission of Oregon Adaptive Sports; dynamic instructors, music and giveaways; 8 a.m.-noon; $100 for one hour, $400 for four hours; Athletic Club of Bend, 61615 Athletic Club Drive, Bend; https://support.oregonadaptivesports.org/event/spin-into-spring/e176917.
Baseball
Bend Bucks Tryouts: Sunday and May 20; the Bucks are a summer league team for high school players 16 and older or NCAA, NAIA or NJCAA players; team plays a 32-game schedule; contact coach James Cordes for info sheet before tryouts; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. both days; Vince Genna Stadium, SE Fifth Street and Roosevelt Avenue, Bend; www.bendelks.com/team/bend-bucks or 909-855-8391.
Body Building
NPC Cascadian Classic: May 26; a national qualifier for athletes competing in fitness, bodybuilding and physique; pre-judging begins at 9 a.m., finals begin at 6 p.m.; $100 for participants, $25-$35 for spectators; The Riverhouse on the Deschutes, 3075 N. U.S. Highway 97, Bend; http://cascadianclassic.com/tickets.html or 541-350-2259.
Cycling
Sagebrush Cycles Time Trial/Duathlon/Run Series: Wednesdays, May 2-June 6; time trial and running courses on Skyliners Road; new this year is a 5K run-only option; 5:30 p.m.; $75-$125 for series, $15-$25 for one race; corner of Skyliners Road and Crosby Drive, Bend; www.tfgracing.com/bend-time-trial-series.
Weekly Steel Ride: Wednesdays; a 30-mile steel bike ride; all are welcome; beginning and ending at Jackson’s Corner; 6-8 p.m.; Jackson’s Corner (east side), 1500 NE Cushing Drive, Bend; www.bendvelo.com or 541-382-2453.
Women’s Road Rides: Sundays; weekly road rides to prepare for the Tour Deschutes 50- to 100-mile rides; pace will be 11 to 18 mph, with separate groups for different paces; road bikes/cross bikes/gravel bikes only; 10 a.m.; Sunnyside Sports, 930 NW Newport Ave., Bend; www.facebook.com/groups/RideSunnyWomen/about.
Tour des Chutes KickOff Party: May 10; a silent auction, craft brews and an opportunity to register for the Tour des Chutes; 5 p.m.; Deschutes Brewery & Public House, 1044 NW Bond St., Bend; www.tourdeschutes.org or 541-848-8736.
Cascade Chainbreaker: May 12; the 22nd edition of the Chainbreaker will be held on the rolling volcanic terrain west of Bend; beginner course will be under 14 miles, the short course under 23 miles and the long course under 29; $20-$55; Couch Road, Bend; https://bendenduranceacademy.org/chainbreaker or 541-335-1346.
Sagebrush Women’s Mountain Bike Clinic: May 19; offered for up to 12 intermediate-level riders seeking to improve riding skills using body positions, effective braking, terrain negotiation, cornering, switchbacks, wheel lifts and small jumps; 9 a.m.; $160; RockRidge Community Park, 20885 Egypt Drive, Bend; www.eventbrite.com/e/sagebrush-womens-mountain-bike-clinic-tickets-43770207870?aff=ebapi.
Dog Sports
Sunnyside Dog Sports Barn Hunt Trial: May 5 and 6; a sporting event for dogs based on hunting instincts; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; $12-$28 to enter dogs in competitions; Gosney Lane Farm, 61905 Gosney Road, Bend; https://bit.ly/2r7f3vy or 206-784-4550.
Equestrian
Diane’s Horseback Riding, Beginning, Session 1: Saturdays, May 5-26; for ages 7 to 18; this intro class starts with the basics as you learn how to properly care for a horse; learn how to cinch, saddle and prepare to safely ride a horse; horses and tack provided; 2-3 p.m.; $100; Diane’s Riding Place, 65535 Cline Falls Road, Bend; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Diane’s Horseback Riding, Intermediate, Session 1: Saturdays, May 5-16; for ages 7-18, learn more advanced maneuvers and how to better communicate with the horse; learn to ride and care for a horse at Diane’s Riding Place; horses and tack provided; 3-4 p.m.; $100; Diane’s Riding Place, 65535 Cline Falls Road, Bend; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
OHSET State Meet: May 10-13; the high school equestrian state championships; all events are open to spectators; 8 a.m.-8 p.m. May 10, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. May 11, 7:15 a.m.-8:30 p.m. May 12, 8 a.m.-noon May 13; Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, 3800 SW Airport Way, Redmond; www.ohset.com/statemeet.php.
Fitness and Training
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.
Get Your Feet Wet: Saturday; an introductory course for aquatic fitness classes for ages 16 and up; includes a 90-minute land presentation and a 30-minute pool session; bring your swimsuit and a towel; 9 a.m.; Cascade Swim Center, 465 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond; www.raprd.org or 541-548-7275.
Golf
Patriot & Marine Golf Day: May 8; support 50 of America’s finest for Patriot & Marine Golf Day at Tetherow Golf Club; entries start at $189 and sponsorships start at $350; 11:30 a.m.; Tetherow Golf Club, 61240 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend; https://tetherow.com/go/golf or 541-388-2582.
Martial Arts
Ninja Kids, Session 5: Mondays and Wednesdays, April 30-May 23 or Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 1-24; for ages 5 to 8, Ninja Kids builds self-confidence through muscle development and body awareness; kids learn bully prevention and self defense; class is a mixture of jiujitsu, gymnastics and parkour; 4:30-5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Cage Kids, Session 5: Mondays and Wednesdays, April 30-May 23; for ages 9 to 11; a typical class includes bully prevention, basic Brazilian jiujitsu, body awareness and fitness, gymnastics; 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 5: Mondays and Wednesdays, April 30-May 23; for ages 8 to 11, your child will learn respect for others and him/herself; energy, confidence and spirit rise as your child becomes a strong, confident individual; 6-7:15 p.m.; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Boxing, Session 5: Mondays and Wednesdays, April 30-May 23; for ages 9 and up, the Dojo boxing program accommodates adults and children of all fitness levels and ages; learn the basics of boxing; 6:30-8 p.m.; $62; Dojo Conditioning Studio, 338 SW Sixth St., Redmond; www.raprd.org/programs or 541-548-7275.
Brazilian jiujitsu, Session 5: Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 1-24; for ages 12 and up, Brazilian jiujitsu is a martial art sport that focuses on grappling; 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.
MotoCross
Crooked River Ranch Steel Stampede: Saturday; an AHRMA vintage motocross show and trials event; proceeds benefit the Crooked River Ranch community; 10 a.m.; $10 general admission, kids 12 and under free; Crooked River Ranch, 5195 SW Clubhouse Drive, Terrebonne or 541-548-8939.
Pole Pedal Paddle
SELCO Pole Pedal Paddle First-Timers Seminar: May 9; learn tricks of the trade from veteran racers who will explain each leg of the race in detail, along with what not to do and helpful hints for transitions; the event will be livestreamed on Facebook; 6 p.m.; RSVP to molly@mbsef.org by Monday; SELCO Community Credit Union, 137 SW Century Drive, Bend; www.pppbend.com/images/PPPFirstTimeSeminar.pdf.
Pole Pedal Paddle: May 19; the iconic six-leg race from Mt. Bachelor to the Old Mill District; complete the alpine and nordic ski, cycling, 10K run, paddling and 800-meter sprint race as an individual or with a partner or team; $45-$210; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 322 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; www.pppbend.com or 541-388-0002.
Kids Mini Pole Pedal Paddle: May 20; kids in kindergarten through fifth grade will complete a group “challenge”, obstacle course and sprint in teams of six; 9 a.m.; $150 per team; Les Schwab Amphitheater, 322 SW Shevlin Hixon Drive, Bend; www.mbsef.org/events/selco-kids-mini-ppp or 541-388-0002.
Polo
Intro to Polo Clinic: May 19; learn the basics of polo, how to swing a mallet on a horse and rules of the game; horses, tack and equipment are provided and no riding experience necessary; 1 p.m.; $75 includes horse, tack and equipment; Bend Polo Club, 60580 Gosney Road, Bend; www.bendpoloclubinfo.com or 541-420-4385.
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 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 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; a 3- to 5-mile mid-week run for runners of all paces; 6 p.m.; FootZone, 842 NW Wall St., Bend; www.footzonebend.com/happenings/weekly-runs.
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.
Miles for Mothers: May 12; the 5K/10K course follows the Dry Canyon trail; both races will begin at 9 a.m.; the 1K Kids race will circle the American Legion sports complex and up the canyon a short distance; 9 a.m.; $10-$30; American Legion Park, 850 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond; https://runsignup.com/Race/OR/Redmond/MilesforMothers.
Prineville Hotshots Memorial Run: May 12; 10K run, 5K run/walk, kids fun run and barbecue in the park in memory of those lost to the South Canyon Fire in 1994; 9 a.m.; $15 for kids run, $25 for 5K/10K if preregistering; Ochoco Creek Park, 430 NE Juniper St., Prineville; www.facebook.com/PrinevilleMemorialHotshotRun.
Smith Rock Road Half Marathon and 10K: May 13; relatively fast with minimal elevation change, this road race features two popular distances that provide amazing views of the Cascade mountains and the sheer rock faces at Smith Rock State Park; 7 a.m.; $60 for 10K, $80 for half marathon; Smith Rock State Park, 9241 NE Crooked River Drive, Terrebonne; https://gobeyondracing.com/races/smith-rock-half-marathon-10k.
Run for Recovery: May 19; 5K, 10K and kids fun run; supports the Redmond Alano Club; 9 a.m.; $30 or $25 per runner for teams of 5 or more; American Legion Park, 850 SW Rimrock Way, Redmond; www.redmondalanoclub.com/run-for-recovery or 541-480-4019.
COCC Jungle Run/Walk: May 24; the Jungle Run/Walk offers participants a 4-mile or a 2-mile trail run or walk; the race course is challenging and includes single track trails, mud bogs, steep ascents and descents and log crossings; 5:30 p.m.; free for COCC students and staff, $5 for all others; Central Oregon Community College-Bend campus, 2600 NW College Way, Bend; www.cocc.edu/departments/sports/open-play-and-events.aspx.
Happy Girls Run Bend: May 26; 5K, 10K and half marathon races for women around beautiful Bend, right along the Deschutes River; course is a combination of paved roads, gentle and wide trails as well as groomed paths; 9 a.m.; $30-$90; Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend; http://happygirlsrun.com/bend-happy-girls or 541-323-0964.
Ski and Snowboard
An Evening with Champions: May 25; a celebration of the U.S. Cross Country Ski Team and the historic season of 2017-18; event includes dinner and presentations by Team USA athletes and coaches; proceeds benefit the U.S. Ski Team; 6-9 p.m.; $35 for adults, $25 for ages 10-18, free for 9 and under; Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 61980 Skyline Ranch Road, Bend; www.ornordicski.com or 541-306-8448.
Soccer
Cascade Rush Tryouts: May 12 and 16; tryouts for U11 to U14 players. Preregister at www.cascaderush.com; boys will try out at 10 a.m. May 12, followed by girls at noon; second session to be held at Three Sisters Adventist Christian School; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. May 12, 4-8 p.m. May 16; $20 to tryout; Morning Star Christian School, 19741 Baker Road, Bend; www.cascaderush.com.
Table Tennis
Table Tennis Open Play: Mondays and Wednesdays; table tennis players of all ages and abilities are welcome to attend open play; round-robin tournament will be held the third Wednesday of each month; 6:30-9:30 p.m.; $4, $3 for players 17 and under or 65 and over; Boys & Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend; www.bendtabletennis.com.
Central Cascades Table Tennis Tournament: May 26; players of all ages and abilities are welcome to play in this giant round-robin style tournament; players will advance to A Division or B Division depending on round-robin results; 10 a.m.; $15-$20, no day-of registration, download entry form at Bend Table Tennis club website; Boys & Girls Club of Bend, 500 NW Wall St., Bend; www.bendtabletennis.com or 541-408-3715.
Track and Field
COTC Cheetah Cubs: starts May 7; Central Oregon Track Club offers instruction in sprinting, middle and long distance running, throws, jumping and hurdles for boys and girls 6-10; the season runs from May 7 through June 21; 5:30 p.m.; $100 and $20 USATF membership; Pilot Butte Middle School, 1501 NE Neff Road, Bend; www.centraloregontrackclub.com/cheetah_cubs.
CORK Youth Track and Field: May 21; CORK Youth Track and Field season starts May 21; practices on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 4-5:30 p.m., May 21 to July 7; program is geared to ages 8-16. Instruction in distance, sprints, hurdles, jumps, and throwing events; $50; Cascade Middle School, 19619 Mountaineer Way, Bend; http://centraloregonrunningklub.org/youth/youth-track or 541-788-6412.
COTC Middle School/High School Cheetahs: Starts May 21; practices for the Central Oregon Track Club middle and high school program continue through July; instruction is offered in all track and field events; 5 p.m.; $80 for high school students, $120 for middle school; Pilot Butte Middle School, 1501 NE Neff Rd., Bend; www.centraloregontrackclub.com/cheetah_summer or centraloregoncheetahs@gmail.com.
TrackTown Youth League: May 26; an all-comers track meet for youth ages 7-14; no previous track experience necessary; events include the 1,500-, 400- or 100-meter race, running long jump and javelin; day-of registration starts at 1:45 p.m., check-in begins at 2 p.m. and the meet begins at 3 p.m.; Pilot Butte Middle School, 1501 NE Neff Road, Bend; www.tracktownyouthleague.com/meets or 503-234-4500.
Triathlon
A Night with Linsey Corbin: Wednesday; a talk by five-time Ironman champ Linsey Corbin, who will discuss her sport and career; 7-8:30 p.m.; free, but RSVP required; Sunnyside Sports, 930 NW Newport Ave., Bend; www.eventbrite.com/e/a-night-with-linsey-corbin-professional-triathlete-tickets-44882148715.
WAter Sports
Brace & Roll: Thursdays and Fridays, May 3-Oct. 5; learn brace and roll maneuvers in a whitewater kayak; 5 p.m.; $35; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/tour/brace-roll-tumalo-creek-summer or 541-797-6231.
Paddle Festival Kayak Clinic: Friday and Sunday; introductory courses to kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding; 10 a.m.-noon May 4 and 5, 1-3 p.m. May 6; $35; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/tour/two-hour-paddlefest-kayak-sup-clinics or 541-317-9407.
Paddle Festival Paddleboard Clinic: Friday and Sunday; an introduction to kayak and stand-up paddleboard courses; 2-4 p.m.; $35; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/tour/two-hour-paddlefest-kayak-sup-clinics or 541-317-9407.
Basic Skills Kayaking Class: Saturdays though May 26; Thursdays, May 3-31; participants will learn comprehensive safety and basic paddle stroke techniques in this beginner kayaking course, for ages 14 and up; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; $75; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/tour/basic-skills-kayaking or 541-317-9407.
Spring Paddle Festival: Saturday; try the latest models of kayaks, canoes and paddleboards and learn from experts and pros; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Riverbend Park, 799 SW Columbia St., Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/events/spring-paddlefest-2018 or 541-317-9407.
Half-day Deschutes River Kayaking Tour: Fridays starting May 11 and Tuesdays starting June 1; kayak down the Deschutes River with others; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Fridays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesdays; $75; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/tour/half-day-deschutes-river-kayak-tour or 541-317-9407.
Basic Skills Paddleboarding Class: Sundays starting May 13, Thursdays starting June 7; learn comprehensive safety and basic paddle stroke techniques in this beginner stand-up paddleboard class; 10 a.m.-noon Sundays, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Thursdays; $55; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/tour/basic-skills-standup-paddleboard-class or 541-797-6231.
Upper Deschutes River Kayaking Tour: Saturdays and Wednesdays, May 26-Aug. 29; launching about an hour south of Bend, tour participants will explore stretches of the Deschutes River by kayak; 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; $105; Tumalo Creek Kayak & Canoe, 805 SW Industrial Way, Suite 6, Bend; https://tumalocreek.com/tour/upper-deschutes-river-kayak-tour or 541-317-9407.