Sports and Recreation

Join our Special Events team to stay informed about any event volunteer opportunities that we have throughout the year!

Special Events occur periodically throughout the year. Avery Recreation Events may include Planet Palooza, Penny Carnival, Art in the Park, the Children's Halloween Party, and more. There are a variety of volunteer needs at these events such as setting up and tearing down event materials, guiding guests, serving food/drink, running activities, and more. 

The Special Events team is a great option for anyone who wants a more infrequent volunteer commitment, as our events are spread out throughout the year. Although we always welcome returning event volunteers! With larger special events, we may also be in need of group volunteers.

Skills: Special events have several needs, so skillset required will vary. No matter what your skills, events team has a place for you to serve the community without an ongoing time commitment. 

Requirements: depend on role - some roles have no specific requirements, others may require background check, food handlers’ permit and/or OLCC license

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Lacey Moore, Recreation Coordinator, at lacey.moore@corvallisoregon.gov.

Become a youth lacrosse coach this season!

Enthusiastic volunteers needed to coach youth lacrosse for boys and girls grades 3-8. 

Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of lacrosse, desire to work with youth and ability to model positive behavior & sportsmanship, ability to plan and conduct detailed practices & drills, and great communication

Time commitment: Early March-early June; practices occur Mondays & Fridays from 4:30-6:00; games are on Saturdays (timing varies)

Requirements: Cleared background check & brief interview with Eva Daliana or Program Assistant

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator, at eva.daliana@corvallisoregon.gov  or 541-754-1706.

Become a youth basketball coach!

Volunteers needed to coach youth basketball in our Elementary Program for CO-ED teams, grades 2-5.

Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of basketball, desire to work with youth and ability to model positive behavior & sportsmanship, ability to plan & conduct practices and coach games, and great communication skills

Time commitment: January 22-March 14, 2024

Practices occur one afternoon a week and you can choose your practice day as long as gym is not full. Practice times are Monday-Thursday, 2:45-4:15pm/Friday, 1:45-3:15pm.

Games are on Saturdays (timing varies)

Requirements: Must attend Coach Orientation, have cleared background check & brief interview with Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator, at eva.daliana@corvallisoregon.gov  or 541-754-1706.

Become a youth basketball coach for middle schoolers!

Volunteers needed to coach youth basketball in our Middle School Program for boys and girls, grades 6-8

Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of basketball, desire to work with youth and ability to model positive behavior & sportsmanship, ability to plan & conduct practices and drills, and great communication skills

Time commitment: Saturday Camp from February 10-March 16, 2024

Practices are each Saturday morning from 9:00-10:00am, with formal scrimmage time from 10:00-10:30am after practice.

Requirements: Must attend Coach Orientation, have cleared background check & brief interview with Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator, at eva.daliana@corvallisoregon.gov  or 541-754-1706.

Teach youth grades K-1 the basics of basketball!

The Intro to Basketball program is a Saturday only program for grades K-1. Volunteers needed to coach - Elementary Program coaches are encouraged to coach in both programs if they wish.

Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of basketball, desire to work with youth and ability to model positive behavior & sportsmanship, ability to plan & conduct practices and drills, and great communication skills

Time commitment: Saturday mornings from February 10-March 16, 2024

Practices run 9:00-10:00am.

Requirements: Must attend Coach Orientation, have cleared background check & brief interview with Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator, at eva.daliana@corvallisoregon.gov  or 541-754-1706.

Become a Flag Football Coach and share your passion for the game!

Volunteers needed to coach flag football - two age groups available:

• Grades K - 2 an introductory program teaching basic skills utilizing the GAMES method. Smaller balls and fields help the participant learn how to play the game, and we teach the basics of football with drills, games and short scrimmages. 
• Grades 3 - 5 are more advanced. Coaches teach the skills of each sport at a higher lever with drills that are more advanced, games and scrimmages.  

Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of flag football, desire to work with youth and be a role model, ability to conduct practices and drills, and great communication skills

Time commitment: Early October - mid-November, Saturday mornings at Crystal Lakes Sports Complex

• Grades K - 2 practices: 9:00-10:00am
• Grades 3 - 5 practices: 10:00-11:30am

Requirements: Volunteer application, cleared background check & brief interview with Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator, at eva.daliana@corvallisoregon.gov  or 541-754-1706.

Become a Youth Soccer Coach and share your passion for the game!

Volunteers needed to coach soccer - two age groups available:

• Grades K - 2 an introductory program teaching basic skills utilizing the GAMES method. Smaller balls and fields help the participant learn how to play the game, and we teach the basics of soccer with drills, games and short scrimmages. 
• Grades 3 - 5 are more advanced. Coaches teach the skills of each sport at a higher lever with drills that are more advanced, games and scrimmages.  

Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of soccer, desire to work with youth and be a role model, ability to conduct practices and drills, and great communication skills

Time commitment: Early October - mid-November, Saturday mornings at Crystal Lakes Sports Complex

• Grades K - 2 practices: 9:00-10:00am
• Grades 3 - 5 practices: 10:15-11:30am

Requirements: Volunteer application, cleared background check & brief interview with Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator, at eva.daliana@corvallisoregon.gov  or 541-754-1706.

Become a Youth Volleyball Coach and share your passion for the game!

Volunteers needed to coach volleyball - two age groups available:

• Grades K - 2 an introductory program teaching basic skills utilizing the GAMES method. We teach the basics of volleyball with drills, games and short scrimmages. 
• Grades 3 - 5 are more advanced. Coaches teach the skills of each sport at a higher lever with drills that are more advanced, games and scrimmages.  

Desired Skills: Basic knowledge of volleyball, desire to work with youth and be a role model, ability to conduct practices and drills, and great communication skills

Time commitment: Early October - mid-November, Saturday mornings at Cheldelin Middle School

• Grades K - 2 practices: 9:00-10:00am
• Grades 3 - 5 practices: 10:00-11:30am

Requirements: Volunteer application, cleared background check & brief interview with Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator

Interested in this assignment? If you are not already an active Avery volunteer, just click on the Fill in an application button to join our program or contact Eva Daliana, Recreation Coordinator, at eva.daliana@corvallisoregon.gov  or 541-754-1706.

Youth Volunteer Corps (ages 11 - 18 only)

The Youth Volunteer Corps (YVC) is an award-winning, year-round program of community volunteer activities designed by teens for teens. YVCs works to address community needs and inspire youth for a lifetime commitment to service. Past projects have benefited local community gardens, Habitat for Humanity, Safe Haven Humane Society, and more. YVC is open to anyone age 11 - 18; new volunteers are always welcome.  Applications are accepted year-round as well; to get started complete and return your application to our Avery Park office. Learn more about YVC by visiting our website https://www.yvccorvallis.org/ or calling (541)-766-6467 for more information.