Why Join A Recreational Club at CSULB

Beach Pride is not the only reason to enjoy sport and intramural clubs. Studies conducted by the state of California show that not only does a reacreational sport (one you enjoy) maintain physical fitness, but also mental clarity. Which translates into BETTER GRADES. For the full study conducted go to http://www.parks.ca.gov/pages/795/files/health_benefits_081505.pdf

What Beach Ice Hockey Is All About

Since its founding in 1993, Beach Ice Hockey - under the leadership of Coach John Cacciatore - has been ranked among the Top 10 defensive teams in the nation, 30th nationally overall, and 8th overall in the Western Region last season. There's no shortage of talent this season as forward Brian Horowitz is among the Top 5 national leaders in points and goals and Top 20 in assists along with teammate Mike Weber.
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San Diego Defeats 49ers on The Ice

San Diego State Univ. scored three power plays in the second period to pull away and defeat the Long Beach State 49ers by a score of 6-2 Saturday night in Lakewood.The 49ers last lost back-to-back games in Tucson against the Div 1 Univ of Arizona Wildcats. Prior to this weekend, the 49ers were undefeated at home.

Ski And Snowboard Team Ready for Season

CSULB skiers and boarders are amped and ready for what is expected to be a great season of powder and wins. Each season this team, a member of the National Collegiate Association, competes in six regional events at Mammoth Mountain as well as one national event. The team has consistantly finished within the top 5 the past few years and plans to maintain this tradition. Students who are interested in improving their ski and boarding skills as well as having a free place to stay in Mammoth and discounts from sponsers on gear, can get more information on the club at http://web.mac.com/csulbsnow/iWeb/CSULBsnowteam/Home.html
Race Weekend 1
Dec 28/29 Race Clinics
Dec 30 GS #1
Dec 31 Boader X/ Skier X #1 Slalom #1
Mammoth

Race Weekend 2
Jan 12 Slalom #2 Halfpipe #1
Jan 13 GS #2
Mammoth

Race Weekend 3
Jan 19 GS #3
Jan 20 Slalom #3
Jan 21 Slopestyle #1
Mammoth

What's Going On This Month....

December will be a month of many activities and clinics for CSULB's Club sports. For the calendar of events take a look at http://www.csulb.edu/divisions/students2/clubsports/calendar/2007/December2007.htm

Club Sports and Intramurals Offer All CSULB A Time To Shine

Funded and maintained through the Division of Student Services and ASI, Club sports and Intramurals provide students and faculty the most out of the CSULB college experience. With low fee requirements and classes for non-credit, students, staff, and faculty can experience the camaraderie without the added pressure. For more information on Club and Intramural sports and how to join them click here.

The "Gentle Art" Finds A Home At CSULB

Bodies squirming, arms cranking, students flipping. At first glance, this does not look like the "gentle art". A martial art made for the person of smaller stature, Jui Jitsu is a form of combative grappling that can be traced down several centuries to Asia (although, most popularly known for being brought to the United States by the Gracie family of Brazil). "This is a very practical way of self defense," said Steven Lajda, 21, Biology Major, "it's all about leverage and a good cardio vascular workout."

Taught by Edward Martinez in PE room 64, this sport does not teach aggressive physical harm, but defensive holds, chokes, and joint manipulations to keep your opponent/ attacker from harming you and finally submitting. Martinez was the original founder and president of the class in 2001. Now he is the head instructor/coach, volunteering his time aside from his day job as a police officer in Redondo Beach. Martinez is a brown belt and also teaches classes at South Bay Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in Hermosa Beach. "We run everyone through a lot of agility type drills, and then we'll run them through actual moves. But we try to gear them (the class) toward drills because they actually get a better workout and memorize the moves better," said Martinez.

The classes are already in session, but anyone is free to stop by to see if they'would be interested in signing up next semester.