Boxing
Irving PAL started the boxing program in 1992 and it is the oldest of our PAL programs. Our program produces championship boxers that win state, regional and national titles on a consistent basis. A major part of our boxers' success is attributed to the strong support of their parents, coaches and peers at Irving PAL. All participants wanting to join the boxing program must register and attend the Fitness Class to be considered. Coach Solis may waive this requirement with prior approval. Boxing Schedule - Monday thru Friday; 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Coordinator: Rosario Solis
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Fitness Class
Irving PAL's fitness class is the entry level class for most of our participants. Our kids train for 1 1/2 hours, both inside and outside the gym, with water breaks given periodically. Exercises include the use of jump ropes, medicine balls, box jumps, weights and pull up bars. Running is an essential part of fitness and about 30 minutes is devoted for this cardiovascular exercise. Participants should dress accordingly depending on the weather. Fitness Schedule - Monday thru Friday; 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Coordinator: Rosario Solis
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Archery
Irving PAL has offered archery since 2010 as part of the Urban Outdoors program. Our program falls under the USA Archery program and participants are introduced to the rules and basic fundamentals. Archery times will be Tuesday & Thursday; 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Coordinator: Chelsey Jones
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Summer Program
Irving PAL started the Summer Hoops basketball program, for kids ages 10-14, in 2009. The success of the program spurred Irving PAL to start the Summer Kicks soccer program, for kids ages 8-14, shortly after. Both of the summer programs have four one-week camps and average a total of 100 kids each day. The camps are held at different satellite locations throughout the city.
2020 Registration Brochures
Summer Hoops Brochure
Summer Hoops Brochure (Spanish)
Summer Kicks Brochure
Summer Kicks Brochure (Spanish)
2018 Promo Video: https://youtu.be/WLI7q42ARK8
Coordinator: Bennie Bazley & Heidi Martinez
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Tennis
Irving PAL has partnered with the United States Tennis Association and the Dallas Tennis Association to offer tennis to our community kids. Our program combines tennis, education and life skills to enrich the whole kid. Participants are introduced to the rules and basic fundamentals. Our program falls under USTA's youth development program, National Junior Tennis & Learning. National Junior Tennis & Learning supports efforts to provide today's youth with the experience, strength of character and knowledge necessary to prepare them for the challenges that lie ahead. Tennis times will be Tuesday & Thursday; 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. / Saturday; 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Coordinator: Rosario Solis
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Urban Outdoors
Irving PAL has partnered with Texas Parks & Wildlife to offer our kids the Urban Outdoors Program. Participants are trained in archery, camping, fishing, hunting, kayaking, mountain biking and rock climbing. The activities are a new experience for most of our kids, but an opportunity to appreciate the "Great Outdoors" for all. Outdoor recreation, education and conservation are the major focus in each of our activities. Participants wanting to attend the events, excluding archery, must register and attend the Fitness Class to be considered (archery participants do not have to be regular PAL attendees). Urban Outdoors Schedule - (Summertime) Contact gym to sign up for events.
Coordinator: Richie Miller & Chelsey Jones
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Wrestling
Irving PAL's wrestling program resurfaced in 2009 (after a seven year absence) making an immediate impact earning 2nd place as a team at the 2010 Texas USA Rookie State Championships, where 72 teams competed. The wrestling program will begin in summer 2016.. We teach basic fundamentals and movements of wrestling. Class consists of fitness exercises, drills and live wrestling. Wrestling Schedule - Monday & Wednesday; 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Location - Irving Police Training Academy, 2603 Esters Road, Irving 75062. Rides are available from the PAL gym to the Training Academy (must be at PAL no later than 4:30 p.m.)
Coordinator: Jesus Alvarez