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. MP

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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.

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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. Parents are required to participate in the program with their child. Shin guards are optional, all equipment is provided.

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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 encourage proper form and increase motor skills, hand eye coordination, 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.

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Bond and have fun together learning a variety of sports! This class is great for improving simple motor skills such as catching, throwing, batting, shooting, passing, and running, and helps develop hand-eye coordination. Parents participate with the child as we play soccer, basketball, hockey, t-ball, football, and other sports. This is a great intro to the All Star programs!

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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 controlled 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.

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The Pros program builds skills and rules learned in the Rookies class and introduces more fundamental techniques and basic rules. Fielding, Hitting, Throwing, and Catching are focused on each week, with more emphasis on body mechanics and control. Players will be introduced to simulated game play and use competitive skill games to test their ability to react to game like situations in a fun and accessible environment. 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.

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The All Stars program builds on skills and rules learned in the Pros class while introducing more advanced concepts and rules. Fielding, Hitting, Base Running, Throwing, and Catching are focused on each week, with more emphasis on skill mechanics and efficiency. Players will be introduced to simulated game play and use competitive skill games to test their ability to react to game like situations in a fun and accessible environment. Players should have played baseball previously or taken a different section prior to joining the All Star group. Players should bring their own gloves, helmets and bats will be provided.

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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 game strategy. Players should bring their own gloves, and be ready for a fun, fast paced learning environment.

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IBA believes in a holistic approach to teaching the game through blending skill development with character education. Players gain confidence, improve coordination, and appreciate the joys of teamwork and sportsmanship during weekly games with age appropriate practices. Please contact IBA at trey@illinoisbaseballacademy.com with questions and requests. Children learn and practice skills with the help of IBA coaches.

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We engage all players no matter their skill level. Our coaching technique provides basic building blocks in a fun, safe environment. Players keep moving and learning, even while in the dugout! Mechanics and hand-eye coordination are the keys to early success. Players become more confident as we work on the proper mechanics of catching, throwing, fielding, base running, and batting. This program prepares players for level II, t-ball, or coach pitch leagues.

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This league is gives players their first opportunity to be involved with baseball as a team sport. Each player is assigned to a team scheduled to play a game for either the first or second hour of the class. While the focus is on playing games, having fun, and learning the rules, we emphasize the mechanics of throwing, fielding, base-running, and batting. Every player gets to play each position, as teams are kept small so there is no sitting while players are in the field defensively. Each player receives team hat, jersey, and trophy. Bring a glove and water bottle. Instructor: All Star Sports.

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This program introduces children to the game of basketball if they are beginners or if they need the know how to get to the next level. Basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense are taught. New individual challenges will be presented to develop the importance of reaching goals. Modified basketballs will help reach the next level. Lesson plan also incorporated pivoting, closeouts and jump-stops.

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This program advances children into "game situation" drills and continue to build basketball fundamentals on an individual basis. Advanced skills and drills of dribbling, passing, finishing, shooting, and defense are taught. Pairing games will be played to show the importance of counter-moves! Lesson plan also incorporates reverse pivoting, closeouts and jump-stops.

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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.

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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.

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The Pro Dribblers program builds on skills and rules learned in the Rookie Dribblers class and also introduces more fundamental techniques and basic rules.

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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!

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Players begin to develop more advanced skills such as various guard/post techniques, setting screens, moving without the ball, and offensive spacing. Defensive instruction includes man-to-man, denying the ball, helpline and boxing out. Players spend time developing their shot using proper mechanics to be effective further from the basket. Scrimmages are played every week.

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One of the best ways to develop your basketball skills is through game play, and in Game Time you do just that. Each week, basketball players are challenged through various games including 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5. Coaches referee and guide the class to enhance the players’ understanding of the game.

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One of the best ways to develop your basketball skills is through game play, and in Game Time you do just that. Each week, basketball players are challenged through various games including 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5. Coaches referee and guide the class to enhance the players’ understanding of the game. The first half of the league will be focused on drills/skills building, and the last hour will focus on scrimmages.

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Our instructional program is designed to teach the game of basketball at a basic level while keeping players active and engaged. Fun games are played to teach the importance of each skill learned. Our foundation technique focuses on basic mechanics to build confidence, then adds larger challenges as we progress. Footwork is an extremely important aspect of the game. This means no players are sitting! We work on dribbling with each hand, passing, and shooting technique, and understanding basic offense and defense.

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This instructional basketball program gives players their first team experience as we focus on working together while improving each player's individual skills. We create 4-8 teams of 10 players. Each team has a rotating schedule and plays a one-hour game within the four-hour designated time. Each player receives a team jersey, schedule, and participation award. Our goal is to get these players off to the right start!

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Learn the basics of sword-fighting and participate in an exciting new sport! Group classes include games, footwork exercises, and real fencing matches with all equipment provided. Fencing helps to develop agility, focus, muscle strength, coordination, and sportsmanship. This class is coached by a Master Fencing Instructor who is a former World Cup Champion and National US Fencing Team Coach. Location: Fencing Center of Chicago, 111 S. Washington Ave, Park Ridge

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The Rookie Blitzers program is the next step in our Blitzers concept. Using basic football games and activities, players develop 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.

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The Pro Blitzers program introduces players to more intricate aspects of football and continues on the fundamentals taught in the Rookies program. Players improve athletic ability and increase football knowledge in this fun filled skills clinic. Teamwork and sportsmanship are stressed while playing various games that teach the fundamentals of throwing, running routes and defense. All children have a blast, regardless of their prior skill level. All equipment is provided.

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The All Star Blitzers program is the highest level in the Blitzers academy. 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. Players will be introduced to basic play calling, alignments, and game strategy. All equipment is provided.

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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!

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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.

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We simplify the jobs of each position so players understand the importance of teamwork. They learn the main positions, both offensively and defensively, by having the opportunity to play them all. Contact is minimal; there is no tackling. We focus on the proper mechanics of running pass routes, receiving, line play, taking hand-offs, and throwing. Basic rules and in-game know-how prepare them for game play. Players learn the game without the risk of major injuries in a safe environment.

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Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your child’s Ninja skills to the test. This fun movement-based class challenges your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. In addition, group games to further challenge their Ninja skills will be played.

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Take everything you learned from Mini Ninja Warriors and test your Ninja skills with even more difficult obstacles to leap, hop, skip and run your way through. Group games will put your Ninja skills to the test in this fun movement-based class.

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Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills. Leap, hop, skip, run your way through obstacles and put your ninja skills to the test. This fun movement based class challenges your Ninja to maneuver over and under objects. In addition, we play group games to further challenge their Ninja skills. Parents or caregiver participation is required

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This course is perfect for young children looking to get involved in sports in a fun, safe way. Players will take turns on various obstacles working on balance, gross and fine motor function, body control, hand dexterity and strength, and speed. This program is tremendous for helping players find a love of fitness and sports in an interactive and accessible environment where players can grow and have fun. Begin building confidence and a love for fitness and sports!

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The ultimate stage in our Ninja Warriors program, players are exposed to challenging obstacles that will require them to use every aspect of their strength and core. We teach simple gymnastics principles in order to conquer these incredible courses, and use gymnastics gear to ensure a difficult but safe environment. Players of all levels of athletic and sports backgrounds will be able to participate, compete, and have fun in this program which focuses on personal growth, development, and fitness. Get ready to conquer the course!

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The Junior 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.

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The Pro 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.

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The All Star Strikers level is the top level of classes in the Strikers program. In this class, players increase their ability to receive the ball, focusing on touch and advancement. Being geared towards getting your child ready for future soccer experiences, the All Star level class tests players in the most challenging environment working on 1v1, 2v2, 3v3 and other team exercises. By the end of class your child develops: stride and side ball control and shooting, finesse shots vs. placement power shots, and increased field awareness and spacing. Shin guards are encouraged, and all equipment is provided.

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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.

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In the next stage of their progression, players increase their 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.

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In this extended version of our striker's soccer class, players will spend part of the class working on fun drills and games to develop skills, and finish on a scrimmage each week. Each participant will also receive a jersey. The first part of the class will focus on improving our fundamentals by doing drills and playing fun games. The last part of class will focus on scrimmaging! Focused solely on player development, players get as many reps as possible both in practice and during games.

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This program keeps everyone active and engaged. Our lesson plan hides drills in fun games and uses association techniques that get down to the player's level. Soccer is an action-packed game, so there is no sitting and waiting! We cover simple foot skills, dribbling, passing, shooting, basic rules, and even work on spreading the field. This class keeps players active and prepares them for the next level of play.

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Class concentrates on the fundamentals of passing, setting, and spiking. Players learn to overhand serve and play games.

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Play volleyball with other skilled athletes in a controlled scrimmage setting. Our Volleyball Pro develops a team and brings game-situation lesson plan to the weekly classes to prepare for match-PLAY. The coaches’ lesson plan guides the team in weekly training for 90 minutes. At weekly practice the teams learn team defense and offense positions while they improve on their fundamentals of passing, setting, spiking, and overhand serving. Participants will have the opportunity to compete in one tournament on a weekend day during the session. This may require travel to other park districts. Each athlete receives EVP Volley Series t-shirt.

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Improve your volleyball attack with 90 mins of drills. Spiking 101 is for intermediate players who wish to learn proper arm swing, footwork and jumping technique. Class drills keep player focused on reach and power while plyo-metrics training enhances vertical jump and game performance. The 3-step approach will be taught along with transition attacking.

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The Volleyball League exposes youth players to team dynamics and develops volleyball skills, strategy, and technique. Evaluations will be held the first week and will be used to determine team placement and provide balanced teams. The Hot Shots Sports coaches will conduct a skills session each week, followed by multiple games for each team that will be timed. Emphasis for the league will be placed on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, and teams will be formed weekly to ensure the most competitive matchups are made each and every week.

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The Volleyball League exposes youth players to team dynamics and develops volleyball skills, strategy, and technique. Evaluations will be held the first week and will be used to determine team placement and provide balanced teams. The Hot Shots Sports coaches will conduct a skills session each week, followed by multiple games for each team that will be timed. Emphasis for the league will be placed on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship, and teams will be formed weekly to ensure the most competitive matchups are made each and every week.

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Children are introduced to the fundamentals of sports including 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.

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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 their growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship.

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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.

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The youth dodgeball class gives participants an opportunity to play the popular game in a safe and supervised environment. The program uses super soft balls with the safety of game play being an important factor. Each week, different teams are formed and a different style of dodgeball are played.

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This class features sports played with a net that alternate each week; including tennis, badminton, pickle ball, and volleyball. 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.

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This league provides participants with the opportunity to learn and play floor hockey in a safe and fun environment. Players learn positions, stick handling and ball control in this fun, fast-paced class. In addition, players develop teamwork and sportsmanship while having fun competitive gameplay each week. Safety and having fun are a MUST when you step on the floor. Come ready to play!

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This class is great for improving simple motor skills such as catching, throwing, batting, shooting, passing, and running, and helps develop hand eye coordination. we play soccer, basketball, hockey, t-ball, and football. This is a great intro to the All Star programs!

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