JCC Chicago is the spot for basketball, football, gymnastics, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, yoga, and more. At the J, we build character by emphasizing kindness, respect and effort. Whether keeping score or playing for fun, skills learned are for life and enhance self-esteem both on and off the court or field.
All classes will be held outside with limited access to indoor space. Please dress your children accordingly. JCC Chicago and Hot Shots Sports will continue to follow all Covid-19 safety protocols.
This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball, soccer, capture the flag, and other group games. Each day camper’s focus on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by gameplay. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.
90-minute sports camp
Choose either 9:30-11:00 or 11:00-12:30
This weekly class features three sports that alternate each week. Participants develop skills associated with each sport and have opportunities to use these skills in game situations. Emphasis is placed on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. (The three sports can change each session depending on preference.)
Mondays 3:30-4:30 pm
This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball, soccer, capture the flag, and other group games. Each day camper’s focus on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by gameplay. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship. Single day options are available for $25 per class.
90-minute sports camp
Choose either 9:30-11:00 or 11:00-12:30
This weekly class features three sports that alternate each week. Participants develop skills associated with each sport and have opportunities to use these skills in game situations. Emphasis is placed on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. (The three sports can change each session depending on preference.)
Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30pm
This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball, soccer, capture the flag, and other group games. Each day camper’s focus on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by gameplay. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship. Single day options are available for $25 per class.
90-minute sports camp
Choose either 9:30-11:00 or 11:00-12:30
This class features three sports that alternate each week. Participants develop skills associated with each sport and have opportunities to use these skills in game situations. Emphasis is placed on skill development, teamwork and sportsmanship. (The three sports can change each session depending on preference.)
Thursdays, 3:30-4:30pm
Children are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, t-ball and other sports and group games. The program provides an opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Sundays, 9:15-10:00am
This class features a new sport each week. Some of the sports taught and played include basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, and baseball. In addition, participants play many popular running and group games. Children have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes.
Sundays, 10:00-11:00am
Players experience daily scrimmages with active instruction and tips from the coaching staff. Players are encouraged to employ skills used in football such as running pass routes, play calling, defensive positioning, the fundamentals of blocking and pass coverage. These skills and others will be put to use in a “game time” environment while the players scrimmage each week.
Sundays, 11:00am-12:00pm
JCC Chicago sports and recreation programs are inclusive and open to all. We offer a variety of sports, fitness and recreational opportunities where children and teens with disabilities can practice, play, workout and have fun alongside their typically developing peers. These sports programs are offered in partnership with Keshet, a national leader in inclusive recreation and education programs.
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