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. There will be 2 sessions available. Prerequisite: Beginning Archery
Beginning Archery
Our newest Bulldog Archery program will offer 90 mins of fun shooting a bow and arrow. Our program will have a new skill every session that will teach the steps of shooting. We will also have a fun activity and pop some balloons. There will be full safety instruction at the beginning of class along with focus on technique. No experience needed just a fun positive attitude. You will gain some upper body strength and improve focus. There will be 2 sessions available. Come be the next Hawkeye!!
Badminton
Fast paced, and action packed our athletes will take their game to a new level. Players will refine their skills through practice and play; preparing them for our in-house tournament play and matches against other East Bay middle schools. Class size is limited to the first 24 student sign-ups.
Boys Recreational Volleyball
Back for the first time in years! 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. We will focus on the sport’s rudiments through meaningful interactions, and fun lead-up games that promote skills, while fostering new friendships.
Fencing
Foil fencing is back! This popular offering introduces first-timers to the rudiments of the sport and the appropriate use of the equipment which will enable our coed athletes to enjoy this medieval sport in a fun and safe manner. After learning the basics, participants will have an opportunity to test their skills in a controlled bout against fellow classmates. Class size is limited to the first 24 sign ups, and all equipment and gear are provided.
Girls Flag Football
The goal of the girls flag football program is to help our athletes connect with each other socially, develop a love for the sport, and learn the fundamentals of the game. Practices will focus on learning skills and end with an inter squad scrimmage.
Rock Climbing
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.
Table Tennis
Our after school table tennis club will consist of singles and doubles tournaments. All skill levels are welcome.
Track and Field
Track and Field is one of the most popular sports at OIS! Coaches offer instruction and practice in the following events: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, Mile, 4x100 and 4x400 Relays, High Jump, Long Jump, Triple Jump and Shot Put. Students will compete against other middle schools in both dual and invitational meets (volunteer parents provide carpool transportation). Open to all grades and skills!
Ultimate Frisbee
Ultimate is an exciting, non-contact co-ed team sport, played by thousands the world over. It mixes the best features of sports such as Soccer, Basketball, and Football. It’s a fast-paced game that teaches teamwork, as well as conflict resolution. They will compete against other Bay Area Middle Schools. Open to all skill levels and all grade levels, come join the team and have some fun in the sun.
Wrestling
Wrestling is the world’s oldest and most natural sport, and a lot of fun too! It’s an all-inclusive sport—a sport for everyone—boys & girls, tall & short, big & small. It’s one of the only sports that’s been in every Olympics—since 708BC—and in 330BC women began wrestling. In 2004 women’s wrestling was made an Olympic sport. OIS is offering a course for middle school students to master the basics of wrestling while building strength, agility, balance, and coordination. Practices will focus on technique, attacks, defense, and counter-offense through drills, games, and live wrestling. No experience necessary. Try out a new sport and develop confidence, mental toughness, self-esteem, and learn some self-defense.
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.
