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After school sports for kids at Shula’s Athletic Club

Sports By Megan Jacobo, Reporter Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Shula’s Athletic Club is offering a variety of after school programs for children of all ages.

--Sports fitness activities are designed for those in grades Kindergarten through 8, and meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

    The kids play a wide variety of sports, drills and activities.

     The monthly cost is $132 for members, $156 for non-members. Space is limited to 10 kids.

--The KidsFit program has fun, military-style circuit fitness training designed for ages 8 -12. It meets Tuesday and Thursday, from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

     The cost per session is $14 for members and $18 for non-members; class packages are also available.

--The basketball program teaches technique, including ball handling, footwork, shooting, speed and agility.

      Sessions are on Saturday for one hour and cost $17 for members, $21 for non-members.

--Tennis for beginner and advanced players, space is limited and prices vary.

     Ages 5 - 7 meet Tuesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

     Ages 7 - 12 meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Ages 12 and older meet weekdays from 6 p.m.  – 7 p.m.  Six players per class, reservations are recommended.

     For more information about the gym, at 15150 Bull Run Road, or to make a reservation, call 305-825-8025 or visit online.