Nestled in the heart of the city, the Kirkland Dance Center has been a mainstay for everything dance since 2002. A nonprofit organization, KDC offers both adult and child classes ranging from beginning to advanced levels. Fall classes include lyrical jazz, hip-hop, ballet and contemporary dance. Check both adult and child classes online for times, which range from Saturday afternoon through weeknight. Rates run $12 for a drop-in to $165 for unlimited classes. Two large studios with spring floors for ease of dance are also available for rental.
Endzone Athletics helps customers stay healthy and push themselves to their best advantage. Classes are limited to 8-15 athletes to ensure optimal workouts and personal attention. All levels of sports training are welcome here.
This is a private baseball and fast-pitch instruction school for students 16 years and younger. It offers individual and group lessons. It offers seasonal pitching and hitting camps and clinics. The instructions also include coaches' skill training.
This business is the home of the Eastside Huskies Baseball Club, 13U and 14U Koufax League select teams.
There is an indoor workout facility with multiple batting cages that had new carpet installed in fall of 2009. The facility can be rented for $70 per hour. Individual cages are rented on a limited basis for $20 per hour.
Dahn Yoga is a practice born from ancient wisdom that brings energy, or Ki, to the self. Suitable for all body types and ages, Dahn Yoga focuses on stretching, brain wave vibration, breathing postures and Ki energy together with yoga poses for a complete workout. Yoga increases flexibility and balance, decreases stress levels and improves mind-body coordination.
At Aikido Northshore, students learn this noncompetitive and nonviolent martial art, which teaches how to neutralize and control the force of an attack. Great for all ages, aikido improves physical condition, concentration, balance and coordination. This school has been open since 1995, and chief instructor Lee Crawford emphasizes development of mind, body and spirit. Classes for adults and children are available.
Jungyae Moosul Academy is located in the Bridle Trails Shopping Center and offers classes in Martial Arts. Most classes are taught in the late afternoon, weekends and evening for the convenience of their students. The students of Jungae Moosul Academy have won many awards and competitions after taking classes at this neighborhood school.
A safe, fun space for kids, the Boys and Girls Club has provided after school care, with the goal of instilling self-confidence in kids. Available programs include athletic, health, arts and crafts. The Kirkland location is also available for facility rental in the evenings and weekends with fun game rooms and a gym.
This Juanita Bay location was the very first Columbia Athletic Club, opened by Cy Oskoui in 1980. The company has since opened three additional fitness locations as well as a public golf driving range and practice facility. Amenities in Kirkland include a heated lap pool and children's wading pool with group and private lessons available, cardio and strength equipment and training, squash/racquetball lessons and league play, a variety of children's and senior programs, a basketball/volleyball gymnasium, steam room, sauna, hot tub, juice bar, massage, yoga, Pilates and much more. A variety of membership packages are available. View details online, check class schedules and even arrange a personal tour of the facility.
This Sport Court location features an onsite indoor court where clients can test flooring and other options. Services include court planning, preparation and installation. Products range from sports courts to backyard golf greens, and gymnasium and garage flooring. The office is closed on Mondays.
The 24 Hour Fitness gym at Parkplace Center provides every type of fitness equipment in a large, two-story space. The upper level includes a sizable aerobics area with mats, steps and other equipment. The downstairs area is lined with new flat-screen TVs.
Sporthaus Schmetzer specializes in soccer footwear and team wear. The company was founded by a former professional soccer player for Germany and is continued today by his sons, who have continued their father's soccer heritage as well as his business. This location is one of four in western Washington.
Bridlewood Stables is an equestrian facility located next to a private home, across the street from Bridle Trails State Park. The facility includes a covered riding area and provides boarding services. For more information, call the stables during regular business hours.
Founded by AFAA-certified trainer Traci Bartee, Fly Fitness is a Kirkland-based fitness program that emphasizes social interaction and exercise. Fly Fitness offers a wide variety of fun and engaging group exercise programs, in addition to special events and personal training classes. Visit the Fly Fitness Web site for program, schedule and registration information.
Kingsgate Pool is a private pool open for neighbors, guests and those who've purchased a pool pass. The pool opens in June and is available for open swim and for pool parties through reservations. Pool passes are sold first-come, first-served starting April 1. Classes are provided for both members and non-members June through August.