Winter Programs
Hoppers
A six-week program specially designed for children from ages 4-7 years old. This program is animated and colorful to keep the attention of our young students. Lessons are held Saturdays at 11:00am - 12:30pm starting on January 10, 2026.
Level 1
This six-week program will be held on Sunday’s from 11:00am to 12:30pm beginning January 11, 2026. Students will learn to match skis into skidded turn, learn proper body positioning, increase speed and stability and ski other varied terrain. Students will also receive certificate and pin.
Level 2
This six-week program will be held on Sunday’s from 11:00am to 12:30pm beginning January 11, 2026. Students will learn to refine the skidded turn to an edge turn and increase speed and stability learn to ski in a more dynamic way. Students will also receive certificate and pin.
Snowboard Academy
For snowboarders ages 6-14!
A six-week program specially designed for beginners. This program will teach students the fundamentals to snowboarding, including turning and stopping. Class is held at Hanson Hills Recreation Area Saturdays at 1:00pm-2:30 starting on January 10, 2026.
(Sponsored by AuSable Family Dental)
Youth learn to downhill ski race.
Begins January 11, 2026
Youth Archery League
(Northwoods Archery Club)
6 week League
Middle School Ski Team
Grayling Middle School Ski Team
Alpine Racing
Spring - Summer - Fall Programs
Girls on the Run!!!
WHO CAN JOIN?
This group is open to any GIRL enrolled in 3RD through 5th grade for the 2024-25 school year.
WHAT IS IT?
We focus on the whole girl. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer coaches inspire girls to build confidence and other important life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and physical activity.
100 Mile Club
The goal is to get motivated and log 100 plus miles by October 31st.
A great way to start your exercise program through the spring and summer is keeping track of your progress. Register in the 100 Mile Challenge, track your miles hiking, biking, kayaking, or running.
Mighty Milers
WHO CAN JOIN?
This group is open to any child going into 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5thgrade for 2025-26 School year.
WHAT IS IT?
This is a fundamentally based running club which will focus on fun exercise and light-hearted competition through team games and activities. Children are broken into small groups for the “long run”, which ranges from ¼ mile to 2-mile distance (depending on age and ability).
Youth Paddle Club
Learn to Kayak: This is an introductory recreational kayak course for boys and girls ages 7-15. Students will learn or improve basic strokes, water safety, and fundamentals all while having fun
Youth C2-Race Canoe: This program is for ages 10-18 who are interested in more advanced canoe paddling techniques. During this class Paddlers will receive performance coaching while using C2 racing boats, where they will improve their speed, technique, and fitness.
G.R.A. Sideline Cheer
Offered to 9thThru 12th grade Grayling High School Students, Girls/Boys
Registration: $125 due by June 6,2025. ($125 includes 2 team shirts)
Uniform Deposit: $60 refundable (Uniform rental fee and agreement must be paid and signed by June 6,2025)
Games: Cheer Team will be Cheering at Varsity Home and Away games.
Cheer Clinic
Grayling Recreation Authority
2025 Fall Cheer Clinic
for K – 4th grade girls and boys
DATES & TIMES: Cheer Clinics held September 15,17,22,24, at Grayling Elementary cafeteria from 3:30 to 5:00pm. Following the clinics, they will perform at the JV football Game (during halftime) on September 25, 2025 at the high school. (Kickoff 6pm)
REGISTRATION: Fee $30.00 (payable to GRA) Deadline September 9, 2025
Flag Football
For boys and girls Ages 6-10. Starts September 11, 2025. Games are scheduled for September 16,23,30th, 2025. Registration deadline September 4th. Cost $40.
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