Community House Winnetka

The Juniors baseball program is designed to give children an opportunity to begin their baseball 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 baseball fundamentals. Players of all skill sets will be able to participate and learn the great game of baseball! Players should bring their own gloves, helmets and bats will be provided. Parent participation is required for this program.

The Rookies program is designed to progress children through their early baseball experience. Simple skills acquired in the Juniors division are reinforced and other aspects of the game are introduced in a fun and supportive environment. Fielding, throwing, catching, and hitting are focused on each week, with the aim to introduce players to a controled scrimmage by the end of the session. Players of all skill sets will be able to participate and learn the great game of baseball! Players should bring their own gloves, helmets and bats will be provided.

This introductory program gets players excited and engaged with America's most popular sport: football! Players learn basic concepts such as routes, grip, and catching forms. Drills and games will encrouage proper form and increase motor skills, hand eye cooridnation, and introduce players to working within a group dynamic. Parents are required to participate in this program with their child, and all equipment is provided.

The Rookie Blitzers program is the next step in our Blitzers concept. Using basic football games and activities, player develops early football skills in this non-contact class while gaining confidence, coordination, and motor skills with a focus on having fun! The program uses age appropriate drills and exercises to teach players proper stance, passing, catching, running and more. Each class is designed to develop endurance, promote good sportsmanship and teamwork. All equipment is provided.

Have your child’s first hockey experience be a blast! To ensure a safe environment, Pee Wee Floor Hockey players play with pillow polo sticks, which have a soft-cushion end. Participants learn the basics of the game, experience the thrills of being a hockey player, and gain confidence as they develop their skills on the floor.

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.

This multi-sport program allows participants to try new skills and achieve goals in an environment tailored for girls. Young girls derive many benefits from participating in sports, such as confidence, higher self-esteem, and a positive body image. Participants are taught fundamentals as well as basic skill development in a variety of sports. Games and scrimmages encourage team play and interaction in a safe and active setting encouraging physical fitness and teamwork.

Children are introduced to a variety of sports including basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, t-ball and other sports and group games. The goal is to provide the opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Children eat lunch with the coaches, then play sports in the gym.

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.

This class features games from two of our most popular classes: Dodgeball and Nerf Elite Battle! All Nerf blasters, ammo and eye protection will be provided. Dodgeball uses super soft balls and safety is stressed during game play. Each week various games and battle fields will be assembled to ensure class is engaging and fresh each week.

Campers 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.

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.

This camp is the ultimate sports camp, focusing 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 game play. Players are always separated into groups based on age, size, friend requests, and skill to ensure a safe and competitive environment. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship.

The Juniors Strikers program introduces players to the fun and excitement of the world’s most popular sport, soccer. This class uses age appropriate games and drills to promote motor skills and familiarity with a soccer ball. Through our fun games and adventure themed activities, players develop skills such as balance, shooting, close ball control, and trapping. The Juniors experience is one that not only instills a love for the game of soccer, but also shows the importance of sports activity to promote a full and healthy life.

The Rookies Strikers program is the next step in the development for your young soccer player. The focus of classes is FUNdamentals that are crucial for every budding soccer player.  Players focus on foot placement while shooting, following through on their shot, manipulating the ball in creative ways, defensive stance, and much more; all while participating in our fun games and adventure themed activities. Shin guards are optional, all equipment is provided. 

The next phase in our fitness for everyone Lil' Lifters program, players will be on their own competitiing in innovative games that challenge them physically, emotionally, and intellectually to help them learn how to compete in a healthy and positive manner. Games will include 1 v 1 concepts along with team games, and all games are structured so children of all skill sets can participate and win. Players will also do invidiual goal setting and skills concepts to teach them the importance of physical activity while encouraging them to find the fun in fitness! 

Our introductory fitness meets fun program, the Lil' Lifters concept is all about energy, motivatation, affirmation, and building a strong core to improve self confidence and a desire to be active. Parents will participate in fun and interactive games that promote team work, strength, gross motor skills, and fine motor skill work. Players will be introduced to competition in a friendly environment that ensures everyone can participate and learn to grow and love physical activity. Register today and join in the fun! 

Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your Ninja skills to the test. This fun movement based class will challenge your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. Other aerobic and anaerobic activities, skill challenges, competitions and games will be played to ensure an interactive, fun, and rewarding environment is created for participants to engage with fitness in a postiive and stimulating manner. Bring your gym shoes and get ready for one of the most creative and innovative sports camps around!

Your child’s physical, mental, emotional and social skills are developed through this fun and challenging class. Children are introduced to age-appropriate exercises specifically designed for balance and coordination of their large muscle groups. Through basic gymnastics and movement, participants experience their world in a whole new way and begin to understand how their bodies work. Wear loose fitting clothing, gym shoes and be prepared to have tons of fun!