Oakland

Ages: 5–16, plus Challenger division
Seasons: Fall, Spring
When: Spring 2027; Fall Ball 2026 (games end Nov 1)
Sign-ups: Spring 2027 open now. Closes Dec 31 (AA–Juniors), Jan 15 (T-Ball–Farm B & Challenger), Apr 15 (Seniors). Fall Ball registration is Aug 1–15.
Contact: info@nollsoll.com
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026Facebook active Oct 2026
Adaptive: Challenger Division: Ages 6–22 with physical or intellectual disabilities; teams grouped by skill, each player has a buddy. Spring 2027 sign-ups open now (Oct–Jan). Home games at Emerson Elementary. Details

Oakland Metropolitan Babe Ruth League (Cal Ripken / Babe Ruth)Rec

Oakland · Coed

Seasons: Spring
When: Spring 2027
Sign-ups: Spring 2027 early-bird registration open now. End date not posted.
Contact: (510) 421-9361 (League President)
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yet

Softball 1 listed

Oakland Girls Softball League (OGSL)Rec

Oakland · Girls

Ages: 4–14 (T-Ball/6U, 8U, 10U, 12/14U)
Seasons: Fall, Spring
When: Spring: early Feb – mid-May 2027. Fall: Sep–Oct
Sign-ups: Spring 2027 open now. Early bird ends Nov 30; registration closes Jan 10, 2027.
Contact: info@ogsl.org
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026Facebook active Oct 2026

Soccer 4 listed

Oakland Soccer Club (OSC)Competitive / club

Oakland · Boys & Girls teams

Ages: 6–18
Seasons: Fall, Spring
When: Club season; NorCal, Cal North & JLYSL leagues
Sign-ups: Rolling: email the club with player info to set up trial training sessions.
Contact: info@oaklandsoccer.org
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026Facebook active Oct 2026

East Bay United Soccer Club (EBU / Bay Oaks)Rec + competitiveAdaptive

Oakland · Boys & Girls

Ages: Juniors U6–U8; Rec U9–U19; Bay Oaks competitive
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
When: Rec Fall: Sep 1 – Nov 22 (~10 games). Spring: Mar 1 – May 14 (~8 games). Winter futsal Dec–Feb.
Sign-ups: 2026/27 registration posted (fall, spring-only, or both).
Contact: doo@ebusoccer.org
Updates: Website up to date
Adaptive: EBU Inclusive: TOPSoccer for kids with physical, emotional or intellectual disabilities, plus Blind Soccer clinics. No dates posted; contact the club. Details

Clippers FCRec + competitive

Oakland · Boys & Girls

Ages: 4–19
Seasons: Fall, Spring
When: Fall 2026: Sep 6 – Nov 8
Sign-ups: Fall rec sign-ups ran until July 1 (then waitlist). Spring dates not posted yet.
Contact: rec_commissioner@clippersfc.org
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yet

Association Football Club (AFC)Competitive / club

Oakland · Boys & Girls

Ages: U13–U19 competitive
Seasons: Fall, Spring
Contact: (510) 861-3917
Updates: Website up to date

Basketball 6 listed

YMCA of the East Bay Youth Winter Basketball LeagueRec

Berkeley, Oakland · Coed

Ages: 4–11 (Developmental 4–5, Junior Varsity 6–7, Varsity 8–9, Select 10–11)
Seasons: Winter
When: Winter: practices and games weekly Jan 4 – Mar 13, 2027 (first games Sat Jan 9; no games/practice Feb 13)
Sign-ups: 2027 season: registration OPEN; key dates list 'Thurs Oct. 1 - Registration Opens', Sat Dec 12 coaches training & tryouts (ages 6+), Fri Dec 18 registration closes
Contact: apetrilli@ymcaeastbay.org
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026Facebook active Oct 2026

Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development City-Wide Youth Basketball LeagueRec

Oakland · Coed

Ages: 3rd–5th grade (ages 8–11) — only division currently listed
Seasons: Winter
When: 1/23/27 – 3/27/27, 10 Saturdays
Sign-ups: Open (REGISTER button on the OPRYD Sports booking page, course #278544); $375
Contact: (510) 238-7275
Updates: Website up to date

Ohtani Basketball (Berkeley)Rec

Berkeley (practices in Berkeley and Oakland) · Boys & Girls separate divisions

Ages: K–12 (E-boys/girls K–4, D 4–6, C 7–9, B-boys 10–12); kindergarten EE division is instructional
Seasons: Fall, Winter
When: Teams formed by August; practices from September (Friday nights); league games December – February (Saturday evenings / Sunday afternoons) around the East Bay; post-season tournaments through March
Sign-ups: 2026–2027: CLOSED (returning-player priority July 1–25, 2026; new players closed). $350 volunteer deposit required
Contact: ohtaniregistrar@gmail.com
Updates: Website up to dateFacebook active Jul 2026

Oakland Rebels Youth BasketballCompetitive / club

Oakland · Boys and girls

Ages: 8U–13U (team coaches listed for 8u, 9u, 10u, 11u, 12u, 13u)
Sign-ups: Home page says 'Click to Register for 2026-27 Boys & Girls Basketball Season', but the Registration page lists only expired 2022–23/2023–24 forms
Contact: 510-773-8083
Updates: Website up to date

Diocese of Oakland CYO BasketballRec

Oakland Diocese parishes (East Bay), incl. Southern Alameda County (SAC) and Tri-Valley leagues · Boys & Girls separate leagues

Ages: 3rd–8th grade
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
When: Boys and girls leagues Fall/Winter; girls' leagues also in Spring (exact months not stated)
Sign-ups: Through each parish / Catholic school CYO program (diocese parish locator); no central registration
Updates: Website up to date

JustHoop (Just Hoop Inc.) Club & AAU TeamsRec + competitive

San Leandro (serves Castro Valley, San Lorenzo, Hayward, Oakland) · Boys and girls (separate programs)

Ages: K–2 Future (co-ed); D-League grades 3–8 (boys & girls, no travel); ELITE boys grades 2–8 (D2 AAU); RISE 9U–11U; NATIONAL 12U–14U; Girls Got Game (3G) 9U–14U; PROVEN high school 15U–17U
Sign-ups: Team interest lists on site; banner says 'Future Winter Season now open! Register now!'
Contact: info@justhoopinc.com
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026

Volleyball 4 listed

THE Oakland Volleyball ProgramCompetitive / club

Oakland · Girls; boys 14U team

Ages: Girls 11s–18s; boys 14 & under
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
When: Girls season generally January – June (NCVA). Boys 14U (JVA): tryouts August, league tournaments September – November
Sign-ups: 2027 girls tryouts completed (15–18 on July 25; 14 & under on Oct 11); vacancies will be posted on the site if any. Fee $2,100
Contact: Coach@OaklandVolleyball.org
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active May 2026

Oakland Rockstars Volleyball (First Covenant Church of Oakland)Competitive / club

Oakland · Girls

Ages: U13, U14 Power; U13/U14 Premier; two U15 Power teams
Seasons: Winter, Spring
When: 2026–27 season: late November – late May
Sign-ups: 2026–27 tryouts were Oct 10; make-up tryouts Oct 17 (U13/U14); $20 tryout fee. Season cost $2,400–$3,400 depending on team
Contact: rockstars@oaklandfcc.org · 510-531-5244
Updates: Website up to date

Diocese of Oakland CYO VolleyballRec

Oakland Diocese parishes (East Bay) · Girls' indoor volleyball; Boys' sand volleyball

Ages: 3rd–8th grade
Seasons: Spring
When: Boys' Sand Volleyball: practices from February, league play early April (Sundays) through a diocese tournament in late May. Girls' volleyball months not stated
Sign-ups: Through each parish / Catholic school CYO program (parish locator)
Updates: Website up to date

Bay Area Eagles Volleyball ClubCompetitive / club

Oakland, San Leandro · Girls and boys

Ages: Girls 10–14U (2027 tryouts); club teams from age 7 (Future Eagles developmental); boys teams 15U Gold, 15U Red, 17U Gold
Sign-ups: 2027 Girls 10–14U tryouts: tryout-only ticket $30 sold on site (dates not shown on the page text)
Contact: general@bayareaeaglesvbc.com · 415-846-5129
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026

Flag Football 1 listed

East Bay NFL Flag (East Bay Flag Football / EBFF)Rec

Oakland, Alameda · Boys/Coed program plus a separate Girls program

Seasons: Fall, Spring
When: Fall 2026: opener Sat Sept 12 (Alameda) / Sun Sept 13 (Oakland); Girls league Sun Sept 13 - Nov 1 in Oakland. 8-week format (per Dec 2025 news post). Spring 2026 season was also run; Spring 2027 dates not posted yet.
Sign-ups: Fall 2026 (via PlayMetrics): Boys/Coed $225, Girls $125; early-bird $25 off by July 19; late fee from August 15. Spring 2027 registration not posted yet.
Contact: peter@eastbaynflflag.com
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yet

Tackle Football 3 listed

Oakland Dynamites Football & Cheer EliteRec

Oakland

2027 dates aren't on their website yet, but their Facebook is active. Check there for sign-up news.

Seasons: Fall
Sign-ups: 2026 Pre-Registration form and 2026 football/cheer registration payment links on site. 2027 not posted yet.
Contact: info@oaklanddynamites.org · (510) 816-7255
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yetFacebook active Sep 2026

East Bay Warriors Football & Cheer (Pop Warner)Rec

Oakland · Coed

Their website hasn't been updated since 2023, but their Instagram is active. Check Instagram for the latest sign-up news.

Ages: 6U–14U teams (from their website, last updated 2023)
Seasons: Fall
Sign-ups: Website still shows 2023 sign-ups. Check their Instagram for current sign-ups.
Contact: 510.290.0974
Updates: Website out of dateInstagram active Oct 2026

Bay Area Lions Youth FootballRec

Oakland · Coed

Their website hasn't been updated since 2019, but their Instagram is active (playoffs Oct 2026). Check Instagram for the latest sign-up news.

Ages: 5–14 (from their website, last updated 2019)
Seasons: Fall
Sign-ups: Website still shows 2019 sign-ups. Check their Instagram for current sign-ups.
Updates: Website out of dateInstagram active Oct 2026

Cheerleading 1 listed

Oakland Dynamites CheerRec

Oakland

Seasons: Fall
When: With fall football season
Sign-ups: 2026 Cheer Registration payment link on site
Contact: info@oaklanddynamites.org · (510) 816-7255
Updates: Website up to dateFacebook active Sep 2026

Swimming 5 listed

Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development Youth Competitive Swim Team (Summer Swim League)Rec

Oakland · Coed

Ages: 6–18
Seasons: Summer
When: 2026 summer season Mon June 8 – July 31, 2026; practices Mon–Fri at DeFremery, Fremont, Lions and Temescal pools; Saturday-morning meets; 2026 Championships Aug 1–2.
Sign-ups: 2026 registration opened Feb 23, 2026 (online through the city). 2027 dates not posted yet.
Contact: OPRswimteam@oaklandca.gov
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yet

Oakland Undercurrent Swim Team (ONDA)Competitive / club

Oakland · Coed

Ages: Youth; Senior group 13+
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: 2026–2027 season began Aug 17, 2026. Practice at DeFremery Pool, 1269 18th St, Oakland, Mon–Fri about 5:30–7:15 PM.
Sign-ups: 2026–27 registration open online; first week is a free trial. New swimmer evaluations were Aug 17–20, 2026. Dues $100–$150/month by group; financial aid available.
Contact: swimcoachmerideth@gmail.com
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026

Hills Hurricane SwimmingCompetitive / club

Oakland · Coed

Ages: Pre-competitive through senior; swimmers entering at 12+ need prior competitive experience
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: Year-round (annual cycle Sept–Aug; seasonal options). Fall 2026 meets posted (Oct 31 – Nov 15, 2026).
Sign-ups: Tryouts as needed; email the head coach to start. Non-Hills Club members fill out a form before enrolling. 2026–2027 team fee $330 ($160 if starting after Jan 1, 2027), plus club dues.
Contact: swimfast2400@aol.com
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026

Montclair Swim TeamCompetitive / club

Oakland · Coed

Ages: Young swimmers through about age 12 (the team prepares swimmers to move on after 12)
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: Year-round with Pacific Swimming. Fall 2026 session Aug 31 – early Dec 2026, Mon–Fri afternoons at Roberts Pool (Roberts Regional Park); summer practice at Soda Aquatic Center, Campolindo HS.
Sign-ups: New swimmers taken twice a year, typically late March and late August, after an evaluation and a one-week Pre-Guppy clinic ($125). Spring 2027 dates not posted yet.
Contact: montswimteam@gmail.com · 510-708-8951
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yet

Albany Armada AquaticsCompetitive / club

Albany (serves Berkeley/Oakland area) · Coed

Ages: 6 and up
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: Year-round USA Swimming team at the Albany Aquatic Center, 1311 Portland Ave. Fall 2026 meets posted (home meet Oct 31 – Nov 1, 2026; Winterfest Dec 4–6, 2026).
Sign-ups: Complete the Swimmer Questionnaire, then sign up for a tryout. The latest tryout notice is dated 8/20/25 (Mini Blue group full with waitlist).
Updates: Website up to date

Water Polo 1 listed

Alameda Water Polo Club (AWPC)Competitive / club

Alameda (serves Oakland, San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Berkeley, Piedmont, Hayward, Castro Valley) · Boys & Girls (separate 14U boys/girls groups)

Ages: 10–18 (10U, 12U, 14U groups in fall; Splashball also offered)
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter sessions. Fall 2026 session Aug 24 – Nov 14, 2026; practices at Mills and Encinal HS (EHS).
Sign-ups: Fall 2026 registration open. Pricing on the site: Splashball $805, 12U $855, 14/16/18U $1,005, plus a $125 AUSD lifeguard fee. Winter session dates not posted yet.
Contact: admins@alamedawaterpolo.org
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yet

Lacrosse 2 listed

Skyline Lacrosse ClubRec

Oakland (also serves Piedmont, Castro Valley, San Leandro) · Boys & Girls separate divisions

Ages: K–8th grade: 8U (K–2nd), 10U (3rd–4th), 12U (5th–6th), 14U (7th–8th); grade cutoff Aug 31
Seasons: Fall, Spring
When: Spring 2027: Feb 2027 through mid-May 2027 (games March–mid-May, East Bay Lacrosse League). Fall Ball: practice-only season, Sept–mid-Dec (no league games; plays in the Oakland Lacrosse Jamboree). Fall pickup sessions Wednesdays Sept 2–Nov 4 at Coaches Play Field, Piedmont (10U–14U)
Sign-ups: Spring 2027 registration open now; register by November 1 for a 5% discount. Fees: 8U $375, 10U $575, 12U $695, 14U $695. FAQ: spring registration opens Sep/Oct, fall opens Jun/Jul. Evaluations (usually November) are required for 12U/14U
Contact: admin@skylinelacrosse.com
Updates: Website up to date

Oakland Lacrosse Club (OLC)Rec

Oakland · Boys & Girls ('helmets' and 'goggles' teams)

Ages: 6th–12th grade, Oakland public school (OUSD) students
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: Spring: middle school teams (Bret Harte, Brewer, Elmhurst United, Roosevelt) in the Oakland Athletic League (OAL) and high school varsity teams through OAL/CIF. Fall/Winter: Fall Ball drop-in clinics and local tournaments (Turkey Shootout, OLC 4v4 Jamboree). Summer: drop-in clinic June–August, plus travel tournaments
Sign-ups: Players complete OLC access and liability forms plus the OAL player sports registration (school-based). No dated 2026–27 registration window posted
Contact: info@oaklandlacrosse.org
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026Facebook active Oct 2026

Ultimate Frisbee 2 listed

OAK Ultimate (Oakland Ultimate)Competitive / club

Oakland / Alameda (fall program at Estuary Park, Alameda) · Open/Boys and Girls separate teams; fall program all genders

Ages: Grades 6–12; club teams U15, U17, U20; winter teams ages 13–18
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Summer
When: Fall Program & Mini League: Sept 13–Oct 18, 2026 (Sundays, Estuary Park, Alameda). Winter club teams (Storm, Frost): tryouts October, season November to early March. Summer club teams (Blaze, Sparks, Ignite, Flaming Hydras, Embers, smOAK): tryouts February, season June–August (Youth Club Championships)
Sign-ups: Fall Mini League $150 (registration was open; season ends Oct 18, 2026). Winter Frost/Storm registration open (registration September, tryouts October). Summer/YCC registration January, tryouts February
Contact: operations@oakultimate.com
Updates: Website up to date

Bay Ultimate Youth Association (BUYA) – Gold Rush / Cali Roll club teams and YCCCompetitive / club

Bay Area (regional; Gold Rush tryouts in Oakland) · Boys & Girls separate teams

2027 dates aren't on their website yet, but their Instagram is active. Check there for sign-up news.

Ages: Gold Rush: ages 16–19; Cali Roll: ages 12–18; YCC: middle and high school
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: Club teams travel to tournaments during the school year (mostly West Coast). YCC (summer): Jan–Mar tryouts and selection, light practices Apr–May, practices 2–3x/week Jun–Jul, YCC tournament in August
Sign-ups: Fall 2026 club tryouts held Oct 4 & Oct 10, 2026 (Gold Rush at Raimondi Turf Field, Oakland; Cali Roll Oct 4 at Crocker Amazon, SF); $15 tryout fee. YCC 2027 tryout dates not posted yet (2026 tryouts were Jan 25–Feb 21)
Contact: club@bayultimateyouth.org
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yetInstagram active Sep 2026

Track & Field 4 listed

3M Track & Field ClubRec + competitive

Oakland (trains at Laney College football stadium)

Ages: 6–13 (tryout ages, per site)
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: 2027 season starts Oct 12, 2026. Conditioning training: Oct 12 – Dec 16, 2026. Competition training: Jan 4 – Jul 28, 2027. Mon & Wed 5:30–7 p.m. at Laney College. Club hosts the 3M Invitational, May 15–16, 2027.
Sign-ups: Tryouts on Mondays only. Contact Coach Pittman for pre-enrollment for the 2027 season. The site says it is 'NOT A RECREATIONAL PROGRAM'.
Contact: threemtc@aol.com · (510) 566-1147
Updates: Website up to date

East Oakland Track Group (EOTG) – 'Home of the Gems' (formerly East Oakland Track Gems)Competitive / club

Oakland (practices at Castlemont High School)

2027 dates aren't on their website yet, but their Instagram and Facebook are active. Check there for sign-up news.

Seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer
When: 2026 season's first practice was Tue Jan 6, 2026, 6 p.m., at Castlemont High School. No end date posted. 2027 season dates not posted yet.
Sign-ups: Site says 'Contact us for further information'. No 2027 registration dates posted.
Contact: eotg.info.info@gmail.com · (510) 944-3684
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yetInstagram active Jul 2026Facebook active Aug 2026

Oakland Cubs – Track and FieldCompetitive / club

Oakland (weekday practices at Skyline High School; some Sunday practices at MLK track in Berkeley) · Coed

2027 dates aren't on their website yet, but their Instagram is active. Check there for sign-up news.

Ages: Club: ages 4 through 12th grade. Track: 8U sessions (athletes not turning 9 in 2026; 'competitive' and 'emerging' groups) and Regular Session (ages 7 and older). Tot/Preschool Run n' Fun (ages 4–6) is offered monthly.
Seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer
When: 2026 season started Feb 18, 2026 (optional winter conditioning in January–early February). Runs February through the first week of August for Junior Olympics qualifiers. Regular Session: Session 1 2/18–4/12, Session 2 4/15–6/7, Session 3 6/09–8/03. 8U: Session 1 2/18–3/29, Session 2 4/1–5/10, Session 3 5/13–6/22. 2027 track dates not posted yet.
Sign-ups: Via https://www.oaklandcubs.com/register. Fees: $600/session (regular), $350/session (8U), plus a $175 uniform kit and AAU/USATF memberships. The 2026 financial-aid deadline was Dec 31, 2025. 2027 registration dates not posted yet.
Contact: info@oaklandcubs.com · (510) 725-9970
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yetInstagram active Oct 2026

Oakland PAL Track & Field (Oakland Police Activities League)Competitive / club

Oakland

Seasons: Spring, Summer
When: The 2026 season ran into July 2026: the team site has 'Final Practice Days, Junior Olympics Registration Confirmation' (Jul 17, 2026) and 2026 Nor Cal Championships photos. Start month not stated. 2027 dates not posted yet.
Sign-ups: Registration for the 2026 season closed because of the number of returning runners, and a waiting list is offered. The team site says 'No programs open for registration.' 2027 registration not posted yet.
Contact: Oaklandpal.track@gmail.com · (510) 615-5758
Updates: Website: 2027 dates not posted yet

Cross Country 1 listed

Oakland Cubs – Cross CountryCompetitive / club

Oakland (practices at Joaquin Miller Park; 8U also at Lake Temescal) · Coed (girls race first, then boys)

Ages: 8U session (athletes not turning 9 in 2026) and Regular Session (mixed ages, 7 and older). Race distances: 8U 2k, 9–12 3k, 13–14 4k, 15–18 5k.
Seasons: Fall, Summer
When: Season starts the week of August 25. Regular season runs to November 2. Championship season runs through December 15 and ends at the National Junior Olympics. 8U: Session 1 8/26–9/28, Session 2 9/29–11/02. The page gives no year on these dates, but it refers to the 2026 season (scholarship deadline Aug 9, 2026). Home-page schedule shows meets through 11/15. Meets are on Sundays throughout Northern California.
Sign-ups: Via https://www.oaklandcubs.com/register. Regular season $650; full season $875 (full-season price only until Aug 15). 8U: $300 per session or $550 full season. Plus $175 uniform kit and USATF membership. The 2026 XC scholarship deadline was Aug 9, 2026.
Contact: info@oaklandcubs.com · (510) 725-9970
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026

Wrestling 2 listed

Beat the Streets Bay Area – Oakland Middle School League & Oakland Elementary Wrestling LeagueRec

Oakland

Ages: School-based: students must attend a participating school. Middle School League schools: Edna Brewer, Montera, Elmhurst United, Bret Harte, Madison Park Academy, Melrose Leadership Academy.
Seasons: Spring
When: The Oakland Middle School League is listed as a Spring program. The elementary league has weekly practices and league duals, but no months are given.
Sign-ups: 2026-27 registration form open on the site (Join a Program page). Free.
Contact: info@btsba.org
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026Facebook active Jul 2026

Beat the Streets Bay Area – Community Programs (Hayward DSAL; Oakland Housing Authority)Classes

Hayward (360 Laurel Avenue, Hayward, CA 94541); Oakland (800 Willow St, Oakland, CA 94607)

Ages: 5–18, all experience levels
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
When: Year-round. Hayward DSAL: Mondays & Fridays 5:30–6:30 p.m. Oakland Housing Authority: Mondays & Wednesdays 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Sign-ups: Free. 2026-27 registration form on the Join a Program page. Open to all youth; no specific school required.
Contact: info@btsba.org
Updates: Website up to dateInstagram active Oct 2026Facebook active Jul 2026

Ice Hockey 2 listed

Oakland Ice Center – Adaptive HockeyAdaptive

Oakland (519 18th St) · Coed

Ages: 6 and up, with some skating experience
When: Fridays 6–7pm
Sign-ups: Team practices with volunteers for skaters with developmental or physical challenges. Run by the rink (not the Oakland Bears). Email bmartin@sharksice.com, subject "Special Hockey".
Contact: bmartin@sharksice.com
Updates: Website up to date

Oakland Bears Hockey Club (Oakland Ice Center)Rec + competitive

Oakland (Oakland Ice Center, 519 18th Street, Oakland, CA 94612) · Coed

Ages: In-House Fall 2026: 6U (birth year 2019), 8U (2019–2018), 10U (2016–2017), 12U (2015–2014), 14U (2013–2012). Travel 2026-27 tryouts were held for 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U (A/BB/B), 14U-AA and 18U-AA. High school: East Bay Bears Varsity (Division 2) and JV in the Sharks High School Hockey League.
Seasons: Fall, Winter, Spring
When: Travel: pre-season practices and games start mid-August, and NorCal season games run through April. In-House Fall 2026: begins the week of Sept 14, 2026 and ends Sat Dec 19, 2026 (6U/8U Mon 5:15–6:15 p.m. + Sat 9:45–10:45 a.m.; 10U/12U/14U Wed 5:15–6:15 p.m. + Sat 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.).
Sign-ups: In-House Fall 2026: the page says registration is open, through DaySmart Recreation; $910 (26 classes); 10% sibling discount. Travel 2026-27: tryouts were held June 5–7, 2026 (AA) and June 12–14, 2026 (A/BB/B, 8U, JV); HS Varsity tryouts were Aug 7–8, 2026. A 2026-27 USA Hockey membership is required.
Contact: bmartin@sharksice.com · (510) 268-9000
Updates: Website up to date

Tennis 1 listed

Life Long Tennis Academy – junior classes & USTA Junior Team Tennis teamsRec + competitive

Berkeley, Oakland and Emeryville · Coed (JTT 18U division listed as 18U Boys)

Ages: Classes: Preschool, Red Ball, Orange Ball, Green Ball, Advanced Green, Yellow Ball, Advanced Yellow (JTT & tournament training). Fall 2026 JTT divisions (per USTA sheet): 10U Orange Ball, 10U Green Ball, 12U Yellow Ball, 14U Yellow Ball, 18U Boys.
Seasons: Fall
When: Fall 2026 JTT (USTA NorCal Fall season Sep 11 – Nov 1). Class dates are given on each program's registration link and were not opened.
Sign-ups: Class registration via each program's 'View schedule & register' link on the site. For JTT, the site says to contact the academy ('Ask about JTT').
Contact: Lifelongtennis@gmail.com · +1 (980) 239-9587
Updates: Website up to date

Golf 2 listed

PGA Coach junior programs at Lake Chabot Golf Course (Tony Canedo) – Sparkplugs, Accelerators, Team FG AcademyClasses

Oakland (Lake Chabot Golf Course, 11450 Golf Links Road, Oakland, CA 94605)

Ages: Sparkplugs 5–8; Accelerators 8–18; Team FG Academy: no age restriction, ability-based
Seasons: Fall
When: Sessions start Mon Oct 26, 2026 (Mon/Wed groups) and Tue Oct 27, 2026 (Tue/Thu groups), 4:00 p.m. No end date listed.
Sign-ups: Via the PGA.com listings: $300, or $210 sibling rate (30% sibling discount). Players must have their own clubs. No deadline stated.
Updates: Website up to date

First Tee – OaklandClasses

Oakland (7901 Oakport Street, Ste. 4450, Oakland, CA 94621)