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Saturday Junior Classes

Saturday Junior Classes are offered in seven week sessions throughout the year from September through June. If more than one child per family enrolls in the same activity, the fee for each class is less. Children must be on a family membership to participate in any WAC Junior Classes. Please contact Member Services at 206.464.3068 or membership@wac.net to transfer to a family category prior to enrollment.

Parents enrolled in Saturday Junior Classes will receive a punch card for reduced WAC Parking rates: $3.75 for three hours.

Note: Children are not allowed in the 4th Floor Coed Conditioning area. Please supervise children at all times when entering or leaving the 4th Floor Studios.

FALL I Session

September 11 - October 23

Registration: Starts at 8 am on Monday, August 30

$48 first child per session
$28 second child per session in same activity

1. Online: Register for the Fall I session
2. Fax: 206.464.4625 (call 206.622.7900, ext.4086 to request a form or pick one up in the Club)
3. 6th Floor Pool
4. Phone: 206.622.7900, ext. 4086

You will receive confirmation within three working days of registration. To confirm receipt of mailed/faxed registration forms, or if you have any questions, call the Aquatics Supervisor at 206.622.7900, ext. 4086.  The last day to cancel without a charge is April 30 by 5 pm.

Basketball

Learn the basic skills of basketball and have fun at the same time! The instructor will cover dribbling, passing, free-throw techniques, ball handling, team concepts, defense strategies, low-post play, fast breaks and rebounding. Angie Claiborne instructs.
Ages 6–8: 9–10 am
Ages 9-11: 
10–11 am
Ages 12-15: 11 - 12 pm 
8th Floor Gym

Family Judo Fun

The martial art of judo is a special form of wrestling emphasizing throws and grappling techniques. Traditions, discipline, respect and mental training are a few of its benefits. Channel that excess energy into a great skill.
Ages 7+
Wednesdays: 6:30–8:30 pm
Saturdays: 12:15–2:15 pm
4th Floor Studio B; Adults free with Conditioning Contract, otherwise $8 per class or $6 with enrolled child

Family Karate

With Tom Tanaka’s expert instruction, learn basic karate punches and strikes, as well as endurance and listening skills.
Ages 5–8: 10:30–11:15 am
Ages 9+: 11 am–noon
(Ages 9+ class combines with Ages 5–8 class from 11–11:15 am)
Parents welcome; Adults free with Conditioning Contract, otherwise $8 per class or $6 with enrolled child; 4th Floor Studio B

Gymnastics

Learn basic gymnastics skills in a gentle, fun, noncompetitive atmosphere. Kiddy Skills is an introduction to tumbling. Beginner students will learn tumbling and low balance beam. Class sizes are limited to ensure the safety of your child.
Ages 3+ Kiddy Skills: 9:30–10:15 am
Ages 4–5 Beginner: 10:15–11:00 am
Ages 5–6 Beginner to Intermediate: 11:00 - 11:45 am

8th Floor ASC Room

Junior Classes

Terrific 2s and 3s Gymnastics

With the emphasis on fun and action, children will explore creative movement, learn listening skills and develop a sense of balance and coordination. Parent or caregiver joins in class. Late registration will be accepted on a space-available basis. Ages 2-3.

Fridays September 10 - October 29; 10:00 - 10:45 am, $60; 8th Floor ASC Room; Parent/caregiver participation required.

Junior Private Classes

Registration: 206.622.7900, ext. 4086, unless otherwise noted

Swimming

WAC Pool: 206.464.3086

Private swim lessons are available to members of all ages and swimming abilities. Whether you are a beginner with no swimming experience or you know the basics but need further stroke critiques, our certified instructors can help you reach your goals. Call the WAC Pool to request a private lesson, and we will match you with the best available instructor for your needs.

Basketball

Donald Watts, the WAC's basketball instructor, is ready to help juniors with their game. Learn the martial art and fundamentals of basketball.

Boxing

Boxing can be both a competitive sport and an aerobic workout. This very physical sport is considered a battle of wit, speed, agility, athleticism and determination. These are all things that must be developed in children as they grow, and boxing is a fantastic tool to facilitate that.
Ages 7+.

Karate

Learning karate improves mental alertness, self-discipline, self-confidence and goal-setting skills. Learn basic karate punches, strikes, blocks and kicks from Tom Tanaka, the WAC’s karate instructor.
Ages 5+.