Registration for non-competitive sports options, available for students in grades 7-12 at both campuses, opens on Friday, March 20 at 4:00 pm.
Students in grades 7-12 are eligible to participate in these non-competitive classes for wellness and sports credit. We offer a range of options, but enrollment is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Read the options below and then be sure to sign up through Arbiter Sports before registration closes on April 8, 2026!
Weightlifting @ 2nd Street Campus
Introduction to weightlifting fundamentals including circuit training, flexibility, cardio, endurance, and powerlifting. Emphasis on proper technique, overall fitness, and lifelong wellness. Athletic or gym wear required.
- Grades 8–12
- Location: 2nd Street Campus gym
- Instructor: Mr. Ben Nikota, bnikota@latinpcs.org
- Class meets: Mondays and Thursdays, 4:00–5:00 PM
- First class: Monday, April 13, 2026
- Class dates: 4/13, 4/16, 4/20, 4/23, 4/27, 4/30, 5/4, 5/7, 5/11, 5/14
Weightlifting @ Cooper Campus
Introduction to weightlifting fundamentals including circuit training, flexibility, cardio, endurance, and powerlifting. Emphasis on proper technique, overall fitness, and lifelong wellness. Athletic or gym wear required.
- Grades 7-9
- Location: Meltzer Campus Fitness Center, Cooper Campus
- Instructors: Mr. Guidroz cguidroz@latinpcs.org
- Class meets: Mondays and Thursdays, 4:00–5:00 PM
- First class: Monday, April 13, 2026
- Class dates: 4/13, 4/16, 4/20, 4/23, 4/27, 4/30, 5/4, 5/7, 5/11, 5/14
Fencing @ Cooper Campus
An engaging hour-long class introducing fencing fundamentals including footwork, blade control, rules, and strategy in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. The goal is to build foundational skills and prepare students for a future Washington Latin fencing team.
- Grades 7-12 open to both campuses
- Location: Cooper Campus
- Instructors: Mr. Bruhier sbruhier@latinpcs.org and Mr. Staten lstaten@latinpcs.org
- Class meets: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00–5:00 PM
- First class: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
- Class dates: 4/14, 4/16, 4/21, 4/23, 4/28, 4/30, 5/5, 5/7, and 5/12
Skateboarding @ 2nd Street Campus
Skateboarders will learn beginner, intermediate, and advanced tricks. No prior experience necessary. Basic gym or athletic wear required, along with skateboard, knee and elbow pads and a helmet!
- Grades 8-12 (open to both campuses)
- Location: 2nd Street Campus Parking Lot and Takoma Skate Park
- Instructors: Mr. Taylor justifiedthinking@gmail.com
- Class meets: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00–5:00 PM
- First class: Tuesday, April 14, 2026
- Class dates: 4/14, 4/16, 4/21, 4/23, 4/28, 4/30, 5/5, 5/7, 5/12, 5/14
Hip-Hop Dance Class @ 2nd Street Campus
A wellness dance class welcoming all experience levels. Students will learn choreography, collaborate creatively, and develop original student-led pieces. The long-term goal is to grow into a full dance team performing at school events. No prior dance experience required. Athletic or gym wear required.
- Grades 9-12 (open to both campuses)
- Location: 2nd Street Campus Theater Room
- Instructors: Ms. A-M (Edie Abraham-Macht) eabrahammacht@latinpcs.org
- Class meets: Wednesdays, 3:15–4:15 PM, Fridays, 3:30–4:30 PM
- First class: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
- Class dates: 4/15, 4/17, 4/22, 4/25, 4/29, 5/1, 5/6, 5/8, 5/13, 5/15
Senior Step Challenge @ 2nd Street Campus
A wellness option designed for seniors to earn athletic credit before graduation. Students will track daily steps using a smartwatch or smartphone over a 30-day period. Devices are available if needed. Goal: 200,000 total steps by the end of the challenge, with weekly check-ins to review progress.
- Grade 12 only
- Location: 2nd Street Campus Gym
- Instructor: Mr. Bob Eleby El, belebyel@latinpcs.org
- First meeting: Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 3:30 pm
- Future check-in times TBD
