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Orinda Intermediate School

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Orinda Intermediate School

Home of The Bulldogs
COMPETITIVE FLAG FOOTBALL - 7TH/8TH
7th/8th graders prepare for competitive play, practicing a few weeks before competing, on average, once a week against other middle schools in the East Bay in the exciting sport of Flag Football. 
 
Sign-ups limited to 25.
 
RECREATIONAL FLAG FOOTBALL - 6TH
6th graders will enjoy training and drills of the recreational program. Intramural scrimmages and conditioning will grow athletes's skills for their future competitive play. 
 
Sign-ups limited to 25.
 
COMPETITIVE GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL
 - 7TH/8TH
The Bulldog Sports Competitive Volleyball offers 7th/8th grade girls a opportunity to prepare for competitive play, practicing a few weeks before competing, on average, once a week against other middle schools in the East Bay. This program is geared for higher skilled, competitive players.
 
Sign-ups limited to 24 per grade level.
 
RECREATIONAL GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL - 6TH/7TH/8TH
Our recreational program is open to all 6th, 7th and 8th graders wanting to have a fun non-competitive introduction to the sport of volleyball. We offer an intramural type of program which is designed to include many, and focus on the sport’s rudiments through meaningful interactions, and fun lead-up games which promote skills, while fostering new friendships.
 
Sign-ups are limited to 35.
 
ROCK CLIMBING - 6TH/7TH/8TH
The Climbing Club is here!  This exciting and challenging sport will help students build strength, improve flexibility and coordination, and problem-solve while making their way along our fabulous traverse rock wall in the Isola Gym.  Open to all levels - no experience needed! Students will learn the basics of rock climbing and bouldering, and will have the chance to progress at their own pace.  The session will end with a trip to a local rock climbing gym where they can try out their new skills. 
 
Sign-ups are limited to the first 16.
 
CROSS COUNTRY - 6TH/7TH/8TH
Cross Country is back for all running enthusiasts. Our expert running coaches will provide participants an opportunity to practice, refine and test their distance running techniques. Athletes will have an opportunity to compete against other East Bay middle schools in various dual and league meets.
 
Participation is open to everyone.
 
PICKLEBALL - 6TH/7TH/8TH
Pickleball is back!  This sport is rising in popularity for a good reason – it’s fun, challenging, fast-paced, and a great workout.  This section will include lead-up games, skill development, and in-house competitions.  All skill levels and grade levels are welcome!  We meet in Isola Gym right after school on Wednesdays. 
 
Sign-ups are limited to 24.
 
YOGA
Yoga is a great way for students to increase their focus, concentration, self-esteem, and stamina. All added benefits to decreasing stress, tension, and tight muscles. Yoga is good for any athlete who needs extra stretching, kids who carry oversized, overweight backpacks, or anyone who wants to learn. healthy way to tone muscles and align bones. Mats, foam blocks and straps provided. No previous yoga instruction necessary. Come and join the fun.
 
Sign-ups are limited to 18.
 
BEGINNING ARCHERY
Our Beginner Bulldog Archery program will offer 90 mins of fun shooting a Recurve Bow. Our program will have a new skill every session that will teach the steps of shooting. We will also have a fun activities and pop some balloons. There will be full safety instruction at the beginning of every class along with focus on technique.  No experience needed, just a fun positive attitude.  You will gain some upper body strength and improve focus. Come be the next Hawkeye!
 
Sign-ups are limited to 10.
 
ADVANCED ARCHERY
Our Advanced Bulldog Archery program will offer 90 mins of shooting a Compound Bow.  Our program will have a more in-depth techniques every session using the steps of shooting. We will also have fun activities and learn more about the equipment to further your skills and knowledge. There will be full safety instruction at the beginning of every class. Prerequisite: Beginning Archery
 
Sign-ups are limited to 8.