Impulse – Jan. 12

USKS 

Our friends at United States Karate Systems are hosting an event “” “˜Just for Kicks.’ Zing! No, seriously. That’s the name. USKS is celebrating their 25th anniversary with their annual benefit “˜Just For Kicks.’ The event will be held at Berean Christian High School in Walnut Creek on Jan. 28. It’ll benefit local food banks and promises to be a real kick in the head. Sorry, couldn’t resist. For more info, reach ’em at www.usksmartialarts.com

iPad GIVEAWAY

You filled out the reader survey, you fought the food fight, you’ve been patient and now you WANT THAT IPAD. We received a ton of responses to our reader survey and … We have a winner! Congrats to Vince Turner of Livermore!

ALPINE ADVENTURES

Now that you got all the snow gear you could hope for, it’s time to put it to good use. Planning a trip to the mountains can be time consuming and costly, so hitch a ride with Alpine Adventures! Registration is now open. Ski the lofty, powdery slopes of Squaw Valley, Alpine Meadows, Sugar Bowl plus the beginner’s program at Boreal. Alpine Adventures will pick you up and take you straight to the action. For more info, hit up www.AlpineAdventuresOnline.com

A HIGHER PERSPECTIVE

Do you have a fear of hitting clutch free throws? Are you upset over a lack of playing time? Are you stressed having so many hours of practice and homework that you feel like you’re gonna explode? Then make an appointment with Lucy, pronto! Lucy runs A Higher Perspective and she wants to help athletes heal with mind and body therapy. Give her a call at (925) 820-1949 to set up an appointment, or visit

SOCCER CLUBS GALORE

Looking to get your soccer fix this spring? Then be sure to sign up with one of the many teams in your area. Signups and registration are going on now for every club imaginable: Heritage, Walnut Creek Soccer Club, Diablo FC, Mustang Soccer, etc. Find the club that’s right for you. There are also loads of camps and clinics going on, so be sure to look in to those too.

“” Compiled by Erik Stordahl, SportStars