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Sports at Lake County JCC
Kids love sports!
At Lake County JCC they can pursue new challenges in an appropriately competitive atmosphere. Our staff is trained to encourage young athletes’ self-esteem, teach skills and provide opportunities grow – in and away from the game.
Fall 2020
Adult-Tot Sports
September 13-November 1
9:00-9:45am | Ages 2-4 | Boys and Girls
6 weeks | $90
No Class – September 20 and October 11
Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills. Motor skill activities focus on hand/eye and hand/foot coordination. Sports equipment and instruction are provided to help guide your child through an introduction to organized sports. Parents or caregiver participation is required.
Junior Dribblers
September 13-November 1
9:45-10:30am | Ages 2-4 | Boys and Girls
6 weeks | $90
No Class – September 20 and October 11
The Junior Dribblers basketball program is designed to give children an opportunity to begin their basketball playing experience in a fun and supportive environment. During the class, activities are introduced to promote proper balance, equipment, hand eye coordination, following directions and early basketball fundamentals.
Sports and More
September 13-November 1
10:30-11:15am | Ages 6-8 | Boys and Girls
6 weeks | $90
No Class – September 20 and October 11
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.
Baseball Hitting Clinic
September 13-November 1
11:15 AM- 12:15pm | Ages 8-12 | Boys
6 weeks | $90
No Class – September 20 and October 11
This clinic is designed to instruct each participant on the proper hitting technique. Instruction and improvement of fundamentals for successful hitting includes: proper form/technique, grip, various stances, weight shift, stride, swing, and follow-through. Video analysis will be used to develop proper hitting technique.
Sports and More
September 14-November 2
3:30-4:15pm | Ages 4-6 | Boys and Girls
7 Weeks | $105
No Class September 28, 2020
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.
All Sports
September 14-November 2
3:30-4:15pm | Ages 4-6 | Boys and Girls
7 Weeks | $105
No Class September 28, 2020
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.
Adult-Tot Sports
September 14-November 2
5:00-5:45pm | Ages 2-4 | Boys and Girls
7 Weeks | $105
No Class September 28, 2020
Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills. Motor skill activities focus on hand/eye and hand/foot coordination. Sports equipment and instruction are provided to help guide your child through an introduction to organized sports. Parents or caregiver participation is required.
Dodgeball League
September 14-November 2
5:45-6:45pm | Ages 9-13 | Boys
7 Weeks | $105
No Class September 28, 2020
This league provides participants with an opportunity to play the popular game in a safe and supervised environment. The program uses super soft balls and safety is stressed during game play. Each week players learn new variations of the game, keeping class fresh and the kids having fun. Time limits are placed on all games so participants do not sit out too long and remain active throughout the class. The first week includes practice play and evaluations to select balanced teams. The season concludes with playoffs, winners taking home a medal. Each participant receives a team t-shirt.
T- Ball Skills Clinic
September 15-November 3
3:30-4:15pm | Ages 4-6 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
This introductory T-ball program is perfect for a child who wants to have fun, make new friends and be introduced to baseball. Participants enjoy learning the skills needed to play baseball including offense and defense, as well as the rules and philosophies of the game. The program stresses teamwork over competition. All you need to bring is a glove!
Baseball Clinic 101
September 15-November 3
4:15-5:00pm | Ages 6-8 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
This baseball class gives players an introduction to baseball. Players work on technique and enhancing form in this comprehensive skills clinic. This program teaches throwing mechanics as well as batting stance, bat positioning and speed, using both live pitching and hitting off the tee. Players learn various positions in the field through game play and basic in game strategy. Players should bring their own gloves, and be ready for a fun, fast paced learning environment.
Baseball Clinic 201
September 15-November 3
5:00-5:45pm | Ages 9-12 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
This program is designed for players to build on their current skills. Our instructors provide all players with assessments of their current skills, and offer each player tips and drills to improve their overall skills. This program features: stretching, form running, hitting mechanics, pitching mechanics, infield & outfield footwork, base running, game play and strategy. Participants should bring their own bat and glove.
Adult-Tot Baseball
September 15-November 3
5:00-5:45pm | Ages 9-12 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
Young children develop motor skills while having fun learning fielding, base running, and hitting of a tee. Parents and tots work together in this class, learning the basics of baseball. Teamwork and parent/ child interaction will be emphasized alongside basic motor functions and skills. A variety of activities will be played each week.
Adult-Tot Soccer
September 16-November 4
3:30-4:15pm | Ages 2-4 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
Young children develop motor skills while having fun running and kicking. Parents and tots work together in this class, learning the basics of soccer. Dribbling, passing, shooting and kicking will all be emphasized. A variety of activities will be played each week.
Strikers
September 16-November 4
4:15-5:00pm | Ages 4-6 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
The Strikers level is the top level of classes for your young soccer star. In this class, players develop a close familiarity with the ball and learn the importance of always having it under control. Being geared towards getting your child ready for future soccer experiences, the Strikers level class tests players in a more challenging environment working on 1v1 and team exercises. By the end of class your child develops: landing on their shooting foot, precision shots vs. power shots, trapping the ball in the air, and field awareness.
Soccer Skills Clinic 101
September 16-November 4
5:00-6:00pm | Ages 6-8 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
Players are introduced to the fundamentals of soccer tactics such as passing the ball, offensive moves, defensive moves, keeping/controlling the ball and taking the ball away from the opposing team. Players learn to score and prevent goals. Physical endurance and fitness are emphasized while touching the ball. At this age, the focus starts to change from simple games to organized, tactical, competitive games.
Soccer Skills Clinic 201
September 16-November 4
6:00-7:00pm | Ages 9-12 | Boys and Girls
8 weeks | $120
In the next stage of their progression, players increase their playing stamina and speed in an up-tempo game like atmosphere. The clinic’s specific technique training involves strength and placement shooting, landing on the shooting foot, precision passing, settling the ball with various body parts and advanced fundamentals and skill maneuvers. Most importantly, players are taught game concepts that will improve their decision-making and overall game.
Pro Dribblers
September 17-November 5
3:30-4:15pm | Ages 4-6 | Boys and Girls
8 Weeks | $120
The Pro Dribblers program builds on skills and rules learned in the Rookie Dribblers class and also introduces more fundamental techniques and basic rules.
Basketball Clinic 101
September 10-October 29
4:15-5:00pm | Ages 6-8 | Boys and Girls
8 Weeks | $120
Develop early basketball skills such as shooting, dribbling and passing, along with the basic rules of the game. All instruction is game/drill oriented with mini games and scrimmages played every week. This class is for the basketball beginner looking to understand the game, learn new skills, and have fun!
Junior Dribblers
September 17-November 5
5:00-5:45pm | Ages 2-4 | Boys and Girls
8 Weeks | $120
The Junior Dribblers basketball program is designed to give children an opportunity to begin their basketball playing experience in a fun and supportive environment. During the class, activities are introduced to promote proper balance, equipment, hand eye coordination, following directions and early basketball fundamentals.
Junior Dribblers
September 17-November 5
5:45-6:45pm | Ages 8-12 | Girls
8 Weeks | $120
Girls have the opportunity to develop the fundamentals of basketball including shooting, ball handling, dribbling, passing and more. The clinic will feature:simulated game play with active instruction and tips from the coaching staff of Hot Shots Sports.
