Sports Camps and Clinics
Oceola Community Center Gym Courts Calendar
UPDATE REGARDING STREET SHOES:
Fall and winter weather brings all sorts of rain, mud, snow and salt that can damage the gymnasium floors. Street shoes are not permitted when using the courts. Please bring an extra pair of shoes to wear when using the gym space at the Oceola Community Center. Thanks for your understanding and patience!
The Oceola Community Center Sports Calendar is set up for the current month. Below is a list of which sports are set up for each day.
*Calendar is subject to change.
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ADULT CLINICS / CAMPS
Adult Adaptive Basketball Demo
Howell Recreation is partnering with UMAISE for Wheelchair Basketball. This event is open to everyone of all abilities. Participants will be learning how to use a sports wheelchair, picking up a basketball using the wheel, dribbling, passing etc. At the end participants will practice shooting and participating in a scrimmage.
There will be 8 adult chairs and a mix of pediatric size chairs. Youth and adults will be on the court together, participating together. This registration is to account for the adult sized chairs.
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: FREE
Wednesday, September 17th
6:00pm-7:00pm
Adult Adaptive Pickleball Demo
Howell Recreation is partnering with UMAISE for Wheelchair Pickleball. This event is open to everyone of all abilities. Participants will be learning how to use a sports wheelchair, skills and drills, learning about the adaptations and participating in a game.
There will be 8 adult chairs and a mix of pediatric size chairs. Youth and adults will be on the court together, participating together. This registration is to account for the adult sized chairs.
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: FREE
Wednesday, September 17th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Pickleball Clinic Level 2 (skill level 1.0 to 2.5)
Tuesdays, September 16th - October 21st
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join Coach Josh for 6 weeks to spruce up your skills! This course is designed for 24 advanced beginners/intermediate players looking to improve their techniques and tricks for pickleball!
Prerequisite – Pickleball Level 1 or Equivalent Play
More intense instruction than learned in Pickleball 1:
Introduction to 3rd shot drop
Footwork
Slow play vs fast play
Placement of shots
Working with your partner
Suggest skills to work on
Cost: $80 (Resident) / $100 (Non-Resident)
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Pickleball Clinic Level 3 (skill level 3.0 to 3.5+)
Thursdays, September 18th - October 23rd
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join Coach Terry for 6 weeks to master your skills! This course is designed for 24 advanced players looking to improve their techniques and over all playing.
Prerequisite - Pickleball 3.0 or Equivalent Play
More intense instruction than learned in Pickleball 2:
Strategy: Positioning, footwork, pattern recognition & owning the line
Technique: Mastering 3rd shot drop, dinking skills, overhead smash, lobs and more
Patience in play
Playing your opponent
Mixing up your shots
Suggest skills to work on
Cost: $80 (Resident) / $100 (Non-Resident)
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Pickleball Drill and Play: 3rd Shot Drop (18+)
Saturday, October 4th - 9:00am-10:30am
Join Coach Terry and his team for an engaging Hour and a Half Saturday clinic focused on mastering the '3rd Shot Drop'—a crucial skill for elevating your pickleball game! This clinic is designed for players age 18 and up, specifically targeting advanced beginners to advanced intermediate players (2.0 and above).
What to Expect:
3rd Shot Drop Focus: Learn the technique for hitting this essential shot after the serve and return, aiming to land in your opponent's non-volley zone, also known as The Kitchen.
What to Bring:
Dress comfortably for movement.
Bring a clean pair of flat-soled shoes for the courts.
If you have a paddle, please bring it along.
A water bottle filling station and restrooms are available just outside the fieldhouse.
Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills and enjoy a great day on the court!
Deadline to register is October 1st.
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: $20 (Resident) | $30 (Non-Resident)
Pickleball Drill and Play: Dinking (18+)
Saturday, October 4th - 10:30am-12:00pm
Join Coach Terry and his team for an engaging Hour and a Half Saturday clinic focused on mastering "Dinking"—a crucial skill to master for your pickleball game! This clinic is designed for players aged 21 and up, specifically targeting advanced beginners to advanced intermediate players (2.0 and above).
What to Expect:
Dinking: A soft, controlled shot that involves lightly tapping the ball over the net and into the non-volley zone, aka The Kitchen.
What to Bring:
Dress comfortably for movement.
Bring a clean pair of flat-soled shoes for the courts.
If you have a paddle, please bring it along.
A water bottle filling station and restrooms are available just outside the fieldhouse.
Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills and enjoy a great day on the court!
Deadline to register is October 1st.
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: $20 (Resident) | $30 (Non-Resident)
YOUTH CLINICS / CAMPS
Karate for Kids (Ages 4-14)
This program combines two crucial courses into one, Sanchin-Ryu Karate & Self-Defense and Project: Secure Child (child safety).
Students will be trained with proven, age-appropriate techniques that are necessary for kids to protect themselves from attackers. This program is set in a fun yet structured, environment which will give your child a positive outlook on learning a martial art. Participants will achieve great self confidence and leadership through the physical techniques, mental strategies, drills and exercises they are lead through.
Uniforms are available, but not required.
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: $50 Resident / $60 Non-Resident
Tuesdays, September 2nd-October 7th
6:00pm-7:00pm
Thursdays, September 4th-October 9th
6:00pm-7:00pm
Karate for Families (Ages 4 & Up)
A parent and child program for all ages! You must register each family member. Set in a fun, non-competitive and informative atmosphere, this program allows parents to learn alongside their children. Physical techniques will be instructed along with drills and exercises, to help you have a positive experience with your self defense education. Sanchin-Ryu will teach you how to use your whole body, rather than just certain muscle groups, so size and stature are not an issue.
Uniforms are available, but not required.
Site: Oceola Communtiy Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: $100 Resident / $110 Non-Resident
*Max of 4 family members at this price. Must register all members who will participate.
Tuesdays, September 2nd-October 7th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Thursdays, September 4th-October 9th
7:00pm-8:00pm
Youth Adaptive Basketball Demo
Howell Recreation is partnering with UMAISE for Wheelchair Basketball. This event is open to everyone of all abilities. Participants will be learning how to use a sports wheelchair, picking up a basketball using the wheel, dribbling, passing etc. At the end participants will practice shooting and participating in a scrimmage.
Youth and adults will be on the court together, participating together. This registration is to account for the pediatric sized chairs.
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: FREE
Wednesday, September 17th
6:00pm-7:00pm
Youth Adaptive Pickleball Demo
Howell Recreation is partnering with UMAISE for Wheelchair Pickleball. This event is open to everyone of all abilities. Participants will be learning how to use a sports wheelchair, skills and drills, learning about the adaptations and participating in a game.
There will be 8 adult chairs and a mix of pediatric size chairs. Youth and adults will be on the court together, participating together. This registration is to account for the pediatric sized chairs.
Site: Oceola Community Center, 1661 N. Latson Rd.
Cost: FREE
Wednesday, September 17th
7:00pm-8:00pm