Middle & High School Program Winter / Spring 2023

The Middle & High School Program offers exciting activities to our students.
Register your child(ren) and have the opportunity to explore the sports by joining the activities of their choice. We hope your children enjoy the program!

Weekly Schedule

• Please note that students (7th grade and older) wishing to participate in the activities presented below can ride the Late Area buses which depart at 17:45 every day; these buses go to specific areas and do not provide "door to door" service. Please check the schedules & routes to determine if any of the buses suit your needs.
• For any emergencies or any needed communication after school hours (after 16:00), you may call: 210.6070.294 / 210.6070.240 / 210.6070.235 / 210.6070.327, where a staff member will be on duty until all the after school activities end.
• If your child is sick during the school day, he/she is not allowed to participate in any of the after school activities.
• In case of rain, sessions will take place indoors with alternative plans (game videos, fitness and other). With light rain, activities will take place.
• For every sport, session dates, cost, meeting points and sports specific protocols are provided.

Activities Fees & Deadlines

Payment must be made by Thursday, January 26th, 2023, following the School Bank information.

*Payment must be made prior to the onset of the activity OR within one week following the submission of the form (if activity has already started and space is available).

For any questions you may have, please contact Mr. Charalambos Mamas at 210 6070294 in the Athletic Department or via email: mamasc@acs.gr. If you cannot find us in person, leave a message, and we'll get back to you.

Registration & Cancelation Protocols

Registration during the Semester (after the start of the activities) will be allowed based on availability:

• If registration for the activity takes place before 50% of the total sessions are completed, then the family will have to pay the whole fee (100%).
• If registration for the activity takes place after 50% of the total sessions are completed, then the family will have to pay half the fee (50%)

Cancelation Policy

• If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity before the second session, then the family can receive 100% of the activity fee in credit for another activity.
• If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity after the second session and before 50% of the total sessions are completed, then the family can receive 50% of the activity fee in credit for another activity.
• No credit will be offered If a student wishes to withdraw from an activity after 50% of the total sessions are completed (except in the case of an injury or illness resulting in absence of three weeks or more).

Archery | Grades 6-8

The future archers will learn basic techniques, safety rules, competition procedures and will have the chance to enjoy shooting through fun games and competitions.

Advantages gained through archery training:

• Increases the levels of concentration
• Reduces stress
• Sharpens the mind
• Tones the upper body
• Strengthens the back
• Does not require specific body skills.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Archery classes will be separated in two groups based on the participants' age.
• All necessary equipment will be provided from ACS Athens.
• The following personal items must be provided before the beginning of the lessons from the ACS Athens Athletic office.
  • Chest guard
  • Finger tab
  • Armguard
  • (Optional: Quiver)

Location: 5th Grade Playground / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 8

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 100

Day: Thursday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 12 students

Instructor: Mr. Panagiotis Katsaitis & Ms. Anastasia Katsaiti

Meeting point: 5th Grade Playground / Rainy day: MS Room 8

Basketball | Grades 6-8 CLOSED!

Participants will learn and develop the fundamental skills of basketball through a variety of drills. They will also play short games.

Location: Outdoor Basketball Court / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 8

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 75

Day: Friday

Time: 4 - 5:30 pm

Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students

Instructor: Mr. Antonis Polychronopoulos & Mr. Panayiotis Litsas

Meeting point: Outdoor Basketball Court / Rainy day: MS Room 8

Chess | Grades 6-8

Chess is the most popular game ever invented. The benefits of chess to children are endless! It strengthens mental clarity, fortitude, and stability. It develops decision-making and patience and builds focused concentration. It's fun. This course will provide lessons tailored towards the skills of the children, combined with supervised training games.

Location: Atrium / Rainy Day Location: Atrium

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 130

Day: Monday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 6 students / Maximum enrollment: 10 students

Instructor: Mr. Konstantinos Soultatis

Meeting point: Outdoor Basketball Court / Rainy day: MS Room 8

Shotokan Karate | Grades 6-8

ACS Athens Middle School students are presented with an opportunity to learn and develop the skills and techniques of Karate at a higher level.

Location: Outdoor Amphitheater / Rainy Day Location: Elementary Gym

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 75

Day: Wednesday

Minimum enrollment: 10 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Instructor: Mr. Mark Papasifakis - official instructor of the Greek Karate Association and ACS Athens Alumnus (3 Dan).

Meeting point: Outdoor Amphitheater / Rainy day: Elementary Gym

Soccer (Boys & Girls) | Grades 6-8 NEW!

Soccer for MS students that want to develop their soccer skills. An activity that supports teamwork through engaging drills and fitness work.

Location: Soccer Field / Rainy Day Location: MS Room 5

Grades: 6-8

Cost: € 75

Day: Thursday

Time: 4 - 5.30 pm

Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 25 students

Instructor: Mr. Nick Naum & Mr. Dean Moraitis 

Meeting point: Soccer Field / Rainy day: MS Room 5

Strength & Conditioning (co-ed) | Grades 6 - 8 NEW!

Throughout the activity of Strength & Conditioning, students will improve their strength, endurance, balance, flexibility and body composition, as well as their social and teamwork skills. It is a great opportunity for them to learn how to use a variety of equipment tools such as pilates balls, Bosu half balls, foam rollers, balance boards, elastic bands, pilates mattresses, TRX straps, and steppers. They will also have the opportunity to use the fitness room and track & field facilities, participating in indoor and outdoor fun and engaging training sessions.

Location: Fitness Room & Track / Rainy Day Location: Fitness Room

Grades: 6 - 8

Cost: € 75

Day: Thursday

Time: 4 - 5 pm

Minimum enrollment: 8 students / Maximum enrollment: 15 students

Instructor: Mr. Panayiotis Litsas

Meeting point: Fitness Room & Track / Rainy day: Fitness Room

Swimming

For Middle & High School Students

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Tennis

For Middle & High School Students

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