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Sports & Recreation in Oakland

Oakland is a sports haven for everyone who enjoys watching or participating in the activities.  Whether you're an outdoors enthusiast who's thrilled by scenic hikes, a ball fanatic who loves to throw, kick, or hit bouncy projectiles, or an avid fan who exercises his lungs cheering from a stadium seat, Oakland is sure to have a team or activity to please.  Everything is convenient and the temperature is usually perfect too.  
Spectator Sports Teams
Golden State Warriors Basketball 
For information and tickets, call (888) 479-4667
Oakland A'S Baseball 
For information and tickets, call (510) 762-2255
Oakland Raiders Football 
For information and tickets, call (510) 762-2277
San Francisco 49ERS 
Football For information and tickets, call (415) 656-4900
San Jose Earthquakes Soccer 
For information and tickets, call (408) 985-4625
San Jose Sharks Hockey 
For information and tickets, call (415) 421-8497
Outdoor Recreation
Hang Gliding at Fort Funston 
Experience flight at this breathtaking location with rugged headlands, sandy beaches, and rolling dunes over looking the Pacific Ocean.  (415) 239-2366
Oakland Ice Center 
Offering public skating, classes, private parties, and in house hockey  programs, this world class facility is also a training rink for Olympic competitors and hopefuls.  (510) 268-9000
Bay Area Skydiving 
Free fall from 14,00 feet at 120 miles per hour and experience the best view of the Bay Area-if your eyes are open!  Beginners jump tandem with an instructor, and lessons for solo jumping are available (925) 635-7575
Rock Climbing at Berkeley Ironworks
Climb the 45 foot lead wall and enjoy 14,000 square feet of challenging climbing terrain.  Workout facilities, a steam bath, saunas and massage therapy are available.  (510) 654-2510