BASKETBALL

The goal of MAC Basketball is to provide opportunities for junior and adult members to learn new skills, compete, and have fun with others. MAC Basketball offers a variety of competitive, developmental, and recreational programs. For a complete list of level and course descriptions, visit themac.com/group/pages/basketball. For more information, call Aaron Johnson at 503-517-7538 or email ajohnson@ themac.com.

AFTERSCHOOL BASKETBALL (AGES 5-7)

This class is designed for newcomers and returning beginning and intermediate players, who work on fundamentals such as defense, passing, dribbling, rebounding, and shooting. Capacity: 15

HEALTH & SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS

MAC Aquatics hosts safety classes and certifications for members and guests that can lead to lifelong skills. Courses are taught by Red Crosscertified instructors in an engaging format. For more information, call 503-517-7505 or email aquatics@themac.com.

LIFEGUARD TRAINING (AGES 15+)

The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course provides participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatics emergencies, and to care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injures, and sudden illnesses. In order to take the course, participants must successfully demonstrate the required prerequisite skills. Those who successfully complete the course receive Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding, CPR, AED, and First Aid. Attendance at all days and times is required. For more information on the course or prerequisites, contact Donté Robinson at 503-517-7511 or safetycert@ themac.com. Capacity:15

AFTERSCHOOL BASKETBALL (AGES 8-10)

EARLYBIRD BASKETBALL (AGES 18+)

Early morning basketball games on Tuesdays and Thursdays before the rush of the day begins. Ongoing

ADULT EVENING BASKETBALL (AGES 18+)

Reversible pennies are provided, and games are played to 22 points on an 11-minute running clock. The winning team stays to play the next five signed up, with a two-game win max.

Ongoing M/W/F 4-6 p.m. West Gym No Charge BBO110

Climbing

The Climbing department offers a variety of opportunities for all ages and skill levels. Classes and camps are held in the Climbing Gym, where members can take advantage of offerings, from beginning to advanced, by signing up online. For a complete list of level and course descriptions, visit themac.com/group/pages/climbing. For more information, contact Isaac Shoman at 503-517-7578 or ishoman@themac.com.

No class July 3-4 due to holiday.

The Climbing Gym is closed for maintenance August 13-September 2.

TINY TOTS (AGES 4-5)

This five-week class introduces MAC children to a new sport, helps build motor skills, and instills self-confidence. Kids are introduced to the basics of climbing in a structured atmosphere with qualified instructors.

Capacity: 10

6/19-7/17

BELAY CLASS (AGES 13+)

Members learn to belay in MAC’s Climbing Gym. This one-session class covers knots, equipment, Climbing Gym rules, and belay techniques. Upon class completion, members are prepared to become top-rope belay-approved in MAC’s Climbing Gym. Capacity: 4

CONNECT & CREATE

MAC Member Events offers educational opportunities and activities to members and their nonmember guests. Classes and workshops allow members to explore creative arts, music and dance, personal development, and game play. They can learn new skills, brush up on forgotten ones, or meet new people with similar interests.

For more information, contact Teala Christensen at 503-517-6602 or techristensen@themac.com.

Youth Activities

TABLE MANNERS (AGES 7-12)

In this workshop led by Chef Brian Quinn, formerly of Ivy House Restaurant, children learn proper placement and usage of table items, appropriate conversations, and other dining etiquette. Class includes a light lunch. Children who are 6 years old also may attend if they are accompanied by an older sibling. Capacity: 30

SA Noon-1:30 p.m. Climbing Gym $35 CLA113

7/22 SA Noon-1:30 p.m. Climbing Gym $35 CLA114

7/29 SA Noon-1:30 p.m. Climbing Gym $35 CLA115

8/5 SA Noon-1:30 p.m. Climbing Gym $35 CLA116

OPEN CLIMB (AGES 3+)

The Climbing Gym is open seven days a week at no cost to all members ages 4 and older. Open Climb allows members to work out, have fun, or take part in training sessions. Bouldering is available for climbers ages 6 and older. Climbers ages 13 and older who demonstrate their belay skills to staff with proficiency are approved to belay during the gym’s open hours. Climbers 13 and older who are looking for belay training can sign up for a belay class. Climbing shoes are required. Rental gear is available for the following fees: shoes, $4; harness, $4; chalk bag, $1; or get all three for $6.

OPEN CLIMB HOURS:

2-7 p.m. Tuesday-Friday

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday

Closed Sunday and Monday

Court Sports

The Court Sports department offers physical and social activities to help children develop physical, cognitive, and emotional strengths. Kids can be creative and learn new behaviors. For a complete list of class descriptions, visit themac.com. Rates vary each session due to the number of weeks per season. For more information, contact Aaron Johnson at 503-517-7538 or courtsports@themac.com.

SPORTY SPIDERS (AGES 3-5)

Children learn the fundamentals of sports, such as basketball, baseball, soccer, and track and field. They also learn sportsmanship, teamwork, and fitness. Gymnasium and playground games and relays are included. Capacity: 10

Dance

MAC Dance has something to offer members of all ages and levels. Dance staff provides members with the best education possible in a fun and supportive environment. When an age range is listed for a class, minimum ages are enforced. All class placements are at the discretion of the instructors. MAC Dance reserves the right to move students to classes that are appropriate for their skill levels. For questions about class placement, contact Lynn McCaffrey at 503-517-7516, Molly Gill at 503-517-7558, or email dance@themac.com. For a complete list of level and course descriptions, class options, and policies, visit themac.com/ group/pages/dance.

TAKE MORE, SAVE MORE!

Sign up for multiple Dance classes and save on the total fees. For more information, see themac.com. Individuals who sign up for three or more Dance classes receive a discount on their total fee for all Dance classes: 10% off for three classes, 15% off for four to five classes, and 20% off for six or more classes. To receive this discount, contact Molly Gill at dance@themac.com once registration is complete.

No Class July 3-7.

DANCE WITH YOUR TODDLER (AGES 1-2.5)

This class is for little ones who have started walking. It is an exploration of movement and music using props of all shapes and sizes. The parent/ caregiver must participate with their child. Capacity: 12

ADULT BALLET – ALL LEVELS (AGES 16+)

This class focuses on ballet barre and technique. Capacity: 18

ADULT CONTEMPORARY FITNESS – BEGINNING/ INTERMEDIATE (AGES 16+)

This is a contemporary dance class, which focuses on basics, fitness, and conditioning. Registration is required. Capacity: 18

Gymnastics

MAC Gymnastics offers recreational classes for ages 18 months to adult. Through MAC’s safe, fun, and progressive classes, gymnasts develop and continually improve their strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and selfesteem. Instruction takes place throughout the entire Gymnastics Arena. Participants work out on the bars, beam, floor, vault, trampoline, and foamfilled pit! MAC also offers specialty classes such as parkour and tumbling. There are USA Gymnastics competitive teams for both boys and girls, levels 3 through 10 and Xcel. Tryouts for competitive teams are in May. For a complete list of levels and course descriptions, visit themac.com/ group/pages/gymnastics. For more information, contact Lynn McCaffrey at lmccaffrey@themac.com or 503-517-7516.

No Class July 3-7.

PRESCHOOL (AGES 3-5)

The goal of these coed classes is to teach basic movement concepts such as jumping, rolling and climbing. Instructors focus on following directions, taking turns, and listening. Participants have fun working on minicartwheels, swinging on the bars, and playing in the foam pit. Capacity: 5

TYNAMITES (AGES 4-7)

This is a teacher-placement class for preschoolers with exceptional physical capabilities, strength, and flexibility. It can be a steppingstone into one of the MAC’s competitive team programs. Capacity: 6 boys, 6 girls

ADULT HIP HOP – BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE (AGES: 16+)

This class focuses on hip-hop basics and choreography. Registration is required. Capacity: 18 a.m. Studio Two No Charge DAA221

8/10-8/24 TH 10:15-11:15 a.m. Studio Two No Charge DAA321

ADULT TAP – INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED (AGES 16+)

This class focuses on advanced tap technique and choreography.

18

KINDER (AGES 5-6)

The goal is this coed class is to introduce the basic skills of gymnastics such as handstands, cartwheels, balancing on the beams, jumping on trampolines, and much more. Capacity: 6

INTERMEDIATE GIRLS (AGES 6+)

This level’s goal is to improve on the skills, strength, and flexibility moves introduced in the beginning class. New skills are introduced, such as round-offs, back bends and kickovers. Capacity: 8

INTERMEDIATE PARKOUR & FREE RUNNING (AGES 8+)

In this next-level parkour class, students continue to develop body awareness, learn intermediate movements and flipping basics, as well as strength and flexibility. Teacher placement is required for this level. Capacity: 10

BEGINNING BOYS (AGES 6+)

The beginning levels are designed to introduce gymnasts to all the equipment and improve their skills, strength, and coordination. Capacity: 6

ADULT (AGES 16+)

The goal of this drop-in class is to provide an opportunity for adults to use gymnastics to pursue physical fitness and social interaction. The class is open to all ability levels. Capacity: 10

BEGININNING GIRLS (AGES 6+) ()

The beginning levels are designed to introduce gymnasts to all the equipment and improve their skills, strength, and coordination. Capacity:

BEGINNING PARKOUR & FREE RUNNING (AGES 6+)

The goal of this class is to introduce the basic parkour techniques while developing body awareness, movement skills, and strength. Capacity: 10