Mary E. Kies Recreation Center

Young children develop motor skills while having fun running and ball Handling. Parents and tots work together in this class, learning the basics of basketball. Dribbling, passing, shooting and team work will all be emphasized. A variety of activities will be played each week.

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!

For our 100 level programs hoops are set at a height of eight feet (Coaches may adjust at their discretion) and 27.5 basketballs are used in accordance with USAB guidelines. 

The Lil Dribblers basketball program introduces the game of basketball in a safe, fun, and exciting environment. Our curriculum uses age-appropriate activities and games specifically designed to increase balance, body awareness, motor skills, hand eye coordination, listening skills and the ability to follow directions. Through engaging exercises and interactive play, your child will develop fundamental basketball skills while having a blast in a supportive environment.

The Rookie Dribblers program is designed to progress children through their early basketball experience. Simple skills acquired in the Junior Dribblers are reinforced and other aspects of the game are introduced in a fun and supportive environment.

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.

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.

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!

Come join in on the fun and start playing the nation’s most loved game! Players are introduced to stance, receiving, rushing, blocking and defense. Each week ends with a scrimmage encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship. Players always get to play either receiver or running back each week. Games focus on fundamentals and field concepts, as well as positions and mechanics. No equipment necessary!

/*-->*/ Develop early football skills such as rushing, receiving 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 football beginner looking to understand the game, learn new skills, and have fun!

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.

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.

Players develop their soccer skills and also gain confidence, coordination, motor skills and communication. The program uses age appropriate drills and exercises to teach players kicking, ball control, dribbling, shooting and more.

Let your child’s early soccer experience be a great one. The younger player develops their soccer skills and also gains confidence, coordination, motor skills and communication. The program uses age appropriate drills and exercises to teach players kicking, ball control, dribbling, shooting and more.

Children are introduced to the sport of track and field using appropriate running and movement games. Each week, children will be taught a specific element of track and field all while having fun! Appropriate equipment will be used for games and exercises.

This class is designed to improve overall coordination and athleticism. Each week will focus on introducing and developing basic and advanced kinetic movements. The progression program includes drills and activities aimed to improve; agility, speed, endurance and explosive power. This is the perfect program to supplement your child’s other sport participation. Participants see improvements in coordination, speed, and reaction time. Our experienced instructors work hard to keep a fun, exciting and engaging atmosphere.