Youth sports leagues & clinics

The City of Malibu Community Services Department is proud to offer a variety of Youth Sports Programs to the Malibu Community. All sports are co-ed unless specified.  

FALL SPORTS (September - November)

Youth flag football clinic (grades 2-3)

Participants will engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork. The weekly clinic will include drills and scrimmages, and participants will be coached on the basics of football including running, passing, receiving and defending by Momentum Academies. Price includes jersey, flag, and end of program award.

Instructor:  Momentum Academies
Coed, Grades 2-3
$120 Per Participant
Wednesdays, September 11 - November 6 (No class October 9)
3:45 - 4:45 PM
Malibu Bluffs Park, Major Field

Youth flag football Clinic (grades 4-5)

Participants will engage in non-contact, continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork. Weekly practices will include drills and scrimmages where participants will be taught the basics of football including running, passing, receiving and defending by Momentum Academies Coaches. The program will be held weekly on Wednesdays at Malibu Bluffs Park. Price includes jersey, flag, and mouthpiece.

Instructor:  Momentum Academies
Coed, Grades 4-5
$150 Per Participant
Wednesdays, September 11 - November 6 (No class October 9)
4:45 - 5:45 PM
Malibu Bluffs Park, Major Field

little players beginner tennis 

This is an introductory class designed for children without previous tennis experience. Emphasis will be placed on movement and balance, the overhand throwing technique and racquet handling skills. The court will be introduced, as well as fundamentals and strokes.
Instructor: John Rom, Tennis Professional
Coed, Ages 4-6

Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Session 9: September 7-28 (No class September 14) $75/$30 per class
Session 10: October 5-26                                            $100/$30 per class
Session 11: November 2-23 (No class November 9)   $75/$30 per class
Malibu High School, Tennis Courts

Youth Intermediate and advanced tennis

Students will work on basic tennis fundamentals through non-competitive games. Cooperative learning is emphasized with instructor-led drills which build an athlete’s skill set. This class is designed for students who are learning how to rally with a partner.
Instructor: John Rom, Tennis Professional

Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Session 9: September 7-28 (No class September 14) $75/$30 per class
Session 10: October 5-26                                           $100/$30 per class
Session 11: November 2-23 (No class November 9)  $75/$30 per class
Malibu High School, Tennis Courts

WINTER SPORTS (DECEMBER - February)

youth coed basketball league (grades k-5)

Teams will compete in three coed divisions based on grade: K-1, 2-3, 4-5. The program emphasizes participation, fun, sportsmanship and downplays a competitive approach. Parents are needed to volunteer as coaches, assistant coaches, and team parents. All participants will receive a uniform and participation award. Basketball coaches training may be provided by City staff or through online resources upon request. Weekly practices will be held after school on a day selected by the volunteer coach.
Coed, Grades K-5

Game Dates: Saturday, December 7, 14; January 11, 18, 25; and February 1, 8, 15
Malibu High School, Small Gymnasium                

Deadline to register: October 11
$150 by October 11
$175 after October 11 (If space is available)

Middle School Cheer & Dance (Grades 6-8)

Show your Malibu Sharks school spirit by joining the  Middle School Cheerleading & Dance Squad. The middle school program is a feeder program for the high school squad, Learn cheer motions, jumps, kicks, stunts, and tumbling to your favorite music. This is a non-competitive team. On Friday evenings, December 6 to February 14, the squad will cheer and perform at the Middle School Basketball Games at Malibu High School.  
Coed, Grades 6-8

Squad Meeting: Monday, October 14 at 3:30 PM, Malibu High Amphitheater
Practices: Mondays at 3:30 PM beginning October 21

$150 Registration Fee
$250 Materials Fee (Includes uniform, practice gear, and poms)

itty bitty basketball (ages 3-5)

Children will be introduced to basketball through fun age appropriate activities and games. Participants will practice basic skills such as passing, dribbling, shooting and rebounding while using modified age appropriate equipment such as lighter basketballs and 6 foot baskets. Price includes jersey, picture day package and end of program award.
Instructor: Momentum Academies
Coed, Ages 3-5
$120 Per Participant 

Saturdays, December 7 – February 15 (No class December 21, 28, and January 4)
9:00 - 9:45 AM
Malibu High School, Small Gym

SPRING SPORTS (March - May)

• Coach Pitch Baseball (Ages 4-7)
• Tennis

youth and middle school girls sports

fall sports (September - November)

Middle School Girls tennis

Prepare for the high school tennis team through weekly practices where players can participate in singles and doubles matches and improve their tennis skills. No traveling required; all classes will take place at Malibu High School. Price includes shirts and end of program award.
Instructor: Bruce Young, Malibu High Tennis Coach
Girls, Grades 6-8

Fridays, September 13 - November 8
2:30 - 4:00 PM
Malibu High School, Tennis Courts
$150 Per Participant 

Middle School Girls Volleyball

Coaches will create a challenging yet fun environment for middle school volleyball players who want to excel to the next level; beginners welcome. Practices held will be held weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays. Participants will develop their techniques and game strategy throughout the season, and will participate in weekly scrimmages as fundamentals become more refined. This program is designed to prepare players of all skill-levels for high school volleyball. Price includes a team t-shirt, knee pads and end of program award.
Instructor:  Derek Saenz, Malibu High Tennis Coach

Girls, Grades 6-8
Mondays & Wednesdays, September 9 - November 7 (No class September 30 and October 9)
3:15 - 4:45 PM
Malibu High School, Small Gymnasium
$175 Per Participant

winter sports (December - February)

Middle School Girls Basketball League

Teams will be created with a mixture of grades 6 through 8.  Parents are needed to volunteer as coaches, assistant coaches and team parents.  The program aims to encourage female participation and leadership in sports as part of the #PlayLikeAGirlMalibu campaign. All participants will receive a uniform and participation medal. An end of season single elimination playoff will be scheduled and the 1^st and 2^nd place teams will receive trophies. Weekly practices will be held after school on a day selected by the volunteer coach.
Girls, Grades 6-8

Game Dates: Friday, December 6, 13; January 10, 17, 24, 31; and February 7, 14
Malibu High School, Small Gymnasium

Mandatory Player Evaluations
Wednesday, October 23
6:00 - 7:30 PM
Malibu High School, Small Gymnasium
Arrive anytime.  Player evaluations should take approximately 15 minutes.

Deadline to Register: October 11
$150 by October 11
$175 after October 11 (If space is available)

YOUTH Girls BASKETBALL LEAGUE (GRADES K-5)

Teams will compete in two coed divisions based on grade: K-2 and 3-5. The program emphasizes participation, fun, sportsmanship and downplays a competitive approach. Parents are needed to volunteer as coaches, assistant coaches, and team parents. All participants will receive a uniform and participation award. Basketball coaches training may be provided by City staff or through online resources upon request. Weekly practices will be held after school on a day selected by the volunteer coach.
Girls, Grades K-5

Minimum 22 players per division
Game Dates: Saturday, December 7, 14; January 11, 18, 25; and February 1, 8, 15
Malibu High School, Small Gymnasium                

Deadline to register: October 11
$150 by October 11
$175 after October 11 (If space is available)

#Playlikeagirlmalibu

The City of Malibu Community Services Department launched the #PlayLikeAGirlMalibu campaign and invites individuals in the Malibu community to share their epic girls’ sports moments by incorporating the hashtag into their online posts.

The campaign aims to encourage girls of all ages not only to participate in the City’s wide offerings of youth sports classes, but to also provide a platform for girls’ sports programs to be highlighted in the community. The Department's goal is to improve the representation of females in positions of leadership in sport and recreation.

Tips for Getting Girls Involved in Sports: 

• Have Fun
• Start Early
• Set Goals
• Find a Role Model