The city of Sedona Parks and Recreation Department is now offering a free weekly flag football clinic for youth under the age of 18. It takes place on the soccer field of Posse Grounds Park from 4 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday evening.

The program is replacing a planned recreational youth flag football league that was canceled due to lack of interest.

“We had our first one on [Wednesday, Sept. 27] and we only had a few kids, but got some fliers out to the school,” Sedona Parks and Recreation manager Josh Frewin said. “We did a bit of one-on-one passing routes covering each other and then had fun and kicked a few field goals. We had a small group yesterday so got the feel for it with them, and hopefully they’ll bring some friends out. Hopefully, it turns into we can do some drills and skills and then do a scrimmage. That is the goal.”

Participants don’t need to have prior football experience or equipment; the city will be providing footballs, flags and cones. “Just wear some athletic clothes, and we’ll have fun,” Frewin said.

Frewin is excited to have the opportunity to share his gridiron experiences with Sedona youth. He played football as a kicker throughout high school and for four seasons at Greenville University, where he also earned his bachelor’s degree in parks and recreation management.

“We plan on doing it every Wednesday,” Frewin said. “Hopefully we can get a good group out there and make it a [permanent] thing.”

Those interested in volunteering for the program can contact Frewin at (928) 282-7098 or jfrewin@sedonaaz.gov