sports guide

Horseback Riding, Swim, Skateboarding & Tennis

• First Field Farm, Inc.

18299 Dumont Ave., Cerritos (562) 924-2217, www.firstfieldfarm.com

HORSEBACK RIDING - First Field Farm offers instruction in English horseback riding and jumping for beginning through advanced students. They are a recognized Riding Academy by the USHJA, and have a trainer that is a USHJA Certified. Beginner lessons include care of the horse as well as the basics of position and control. Private lessons are 30 minutes; group lessons, 45-60 minutes. Horses are provided. See ad on page 31.

• Golden West Swim Lessons

15744 Goldenwest St., Huntington Beach (714) 895-8228, www.GWCswim.com

SWIM INSTRUCTION - Group and private swim lessons are offered June 26 - August 3 at Golden West College's Aquatic Facility. Class offerings include: Parent and Me, Transitional Parent and Me, Preschool (ages 3-5), Level 1-5 (ages 6+) and Water Polo. All classes are 30 minutes in length in one or two-week sessions. Online registration is open. See ad on page 21.

• My Gym Children's Fitness Center Long Beach 3287 Industry Drive, near Redondo and Stearns www.mygym.com/longbeach

GYMNASTICS - Try Unlimited Classes and Unlimited Practice and Plays for two weeks for just $29! Offer ends soon. From first steps to Ninja courses, kids thrive at My Gym through active play, socialization with their peers, and fun-filled games and activities. They offer non-competitive, basic gymnastics and tumbling. They are continuing to clean and sanitize frequently to ensure everyone stays healthy. Masks are optional, but recommended to help reduce the spread of colds, the flu, RSV, and COVID-19. Start today and create “moments that matter!” Summer camps are also offered, see page 7. See ad on page 17.

• Sandie Mercer Ranch at Lakewood Equestrian Center 11369 Carson St., Lakewood (562) 425-1905

HORSEBACK RIDING - Private and group instruction (6+) for Western, English and Jumping. Beginner through advanced lessons can be arranged to fit your schedule. Lessons are available six days a week on your horse or theirs. The new “Introduction to Horses” class, by scheduled appointment, includes safety and basic in-hand ground work and care, as well as basic riding. Summer camps also available (see page 8), plus programs for scout groups earning merit badges. Enjoy horses and horseback riding in a quiet country setting. Email: sandiejmercer@gmail. com. See ad on page 33.

• Skatedogs - Skateboarding (714) 313-8787, www.skatedogs.com

SKATEBOARDING - After-school and weekend classes in skateboarding, one of the world’s fastest growing sports. Offered in conjunction with the recreation departments of Aliso Viejo, Arcadia, Beverly Hills, Brea, Cerritos, Cypress, Glendora, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Lakewood, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Manhattan Beach, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Redondo Beach, Seal Beach and Tustin. They offer classes for all ability levels. Kids (5-13) make new friends, advance their skateboarding skills, and most importantly, have fun—all in Skatedogs’ private skatepark. They also offer private lessons, birthday parties (see page 42) and camps during school breaks (see page 8). See ad on page 19.

• Tennis Anyone - Lessons & Camps (909) 625-2060, www.tennisanyone.info

TENNIS - For the past 25 years Tennis Anyone has proudly offered year-round tennis lessons to communities throughout Southern California. Their mission is simple, to share the sport of tennis with students of all ages and levels in a meaningful and engaging manner. The main goal, through their compelling approach, is to inspire within their stu dents a shared love for the sport of ten nis that will last a lifetime. The motto at Tennis Anyone is more "Fun, Fitness, and Friendships for a Lifetime Through Ten nis." Year-round tennis lessons are offered in 10 cities: Alham bra, Arcadia, Brea, Chino Hills, Corona, Diamond Bar, Eastvale, La Verne, Huntington Beach, and Yorba Linda. For schedules, registration, and additional information, visit www.TennisAnyone.info, or email questions@tennisanyone.info. See you on the courts! Summer camps are also of fered, see page 8.