Youth Athletics
Micro T-Ball
AGE: 3-5 Years
Batter up! Your micro player is in store for a lot of fun with our most popular micro program. Participants learn the fundamentals of baseball and interact with other players. Each week, participants work on basic skills and play an informal game. Classes are moved to the Community Center in case of inclement weather. Call the rainout hotline (847) 451-8133, 30 minutes before the class. Each participant receives baseball but bring your own glove.
| Ages | Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| 3-4 | Sa | Jun 8-Jul 27 | 9-10 am | $40/$50 |
| 4-5 | Sa | Jun 8-Jul 27 | 10-11 am | $40/$50 |
Location: Championship Park
Basketball Camp
Ages: 7-14 Years
Camp is filled with fun activities and games. Break a sweat and sharpen your shooting, passing, dribbling, sportsmanship and defense. After working on skills, fun games are played to reinforce everything learned.
| Ages | Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| 7-10 | M-F | Jun 10-14 | 10:30 am-12 pm | $30/$40 |
| 11-14 | M-F | Jun 10-14 | 9-10:30 am | $30/$40 |
Location: Community Center
Volleyball Camp
Ages: 7-14 Years
Our energetic staff teaches your child the skills necessary to improve their game. Participants learn the mechanics of bumping, setting, spiking, sportsmanship and defense. After working on skills, fun games are played to reinforce everything learned.
| Ages | Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| 7-10 | M-F | Jun 3-7 | 10:30 am-12 pm | $30/$40 |
| 11-14 | M-F | Jun 3-7 | 9-10:30 am | $30/$40 |
Location: Community Center
Baseball & Softball Camp
Ages: 7-14 Years
This camp challenges anyone from beginners to more experienced players. Players learn proper techniques in base running, hitting, throwing and fielding. In case of inclement weather, class moves to the Community Center. Please call the rainout hotline 847-451-8133 30 minutes before the start of class.
| Ages | Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| 7-10 | M-F | Jun 17-21 | 10:30 am-12 pm | $30/$40 |
| 11-14 | M-F | Jun 17-21 | 9-10:30 am | $30/$40 |
Location: North Park Baseball Fields
Tennis Lessons
Ages: 5-14 Years
Our Tennis lessons focus on fundamentals such as grip, stance, swing, sportsmanship and of course, fun! All players will receive a shirt. If classes are cancelled due to rain, makeups are held on Friday of that week. The Park District has extra tennis racquets, but we recommend participants bring their own.
Session I
| Ages | Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| 5-7 | Tu/Th | Jun 4-27 | 2:30-3:15 pm | $50/$60 |
| 8-11 | Tu/Th | Jun 4-27 | 3:30-4:30 pm | $50/$60 |
| 12-14 | Tu/Th | Jun 4-27 | 4:30-5:30 pm | $50/$60 |
Session II
| Ages | Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| 5-7 | Tu/Th | Jul 9-Aug 1 | 2:30-3:15 pm | $50/$60 |
| 8-11 | Tu/Th | Jul 9-Aug 1 | 3:30-4:30 pm | $50/$60 |
| 12-14 | Tu/Th | Jul 9-Aug 1 | 4:30-5:30 pm | $50/$60 |
Location: East Leyden High School, 3400 Rose St.
Kids Karate Club
AGE: 4-14 Years
The Kid’s Karate Club and Safety Time Programs are specifically designed for children ages 4 – 14 and focuses on safety, avoiding strangers and protecting oneself. This program is more than just kick, punch & yell. It targets many building blocks for children today; respect, self-esteem, building confidence, leadership, and making good choices. This is a year-round progressive martial arts program with belt progression through Black Belt. The students will learn the basics in karate, self-defense, sparring, kata & children’s safety.
Parents may participate with their children at no cost as part of the Parent Helper Program, other than purchasing a club uniform. For more info: www.kidskarate.com
Beginners:
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| M | May 13-Jul 15* | 6:15-7pm | $45/$60 |
| M | Aug 19-Oct 7* | 6:15-7pm | $45/$60 |
Advanced:
| Day | Date | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
| M | May 13-Jul 15* | 7-7:45pm | $45/$60 |
| M | Aug 19-Oct 7* | 7-7:45pm | $45/$60 |
*No class held on May 27 & Sep 2. Double classes on June 3 & 24 and Sep 9 & 23.
Location: Community Center
Fencing
AGES: 8-65 Years
Fascinated by sword-play in the movies? This safe, fast-paced sport will be a wonderful new experience. Enjoy competitive fun safely without “fighting”. This beginning class will provide you the basics for advancement. All equipment provided. This program is designed for all fitness levels.
| Day | Date | Time | Fee |
| M | Jun 3-24 | 6:30-7:30pm | $28/$38* |
Note: *Additional family members receive half-off registration fee
Location: Community Center
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