Anything can HAPPEN,
but it has to start with a Day One.
Everyone has a “Day One.” It could be for starting a new diet or workout routine, it could be the first day at a new job, anything. It is exciting because it’s a fresh start and a beginning to a new journey with the end result being unknown. Bolingbrook Park District offers numerous opportunities for toddlers, youth and adults to learn a new sport.
Our new youth sports program at Bolingbrook Park District is taking that exact approach.
Ages 7 years & up
Over the course of three weeks, learn the basics of archery, including parts of the equipment and range, proper stance, and how to aim! Archery improves muscle tone, focus and confidence as we work on hitting the target consistently.
Ages 7 years & up
Do you know the basics of archery but need help hitting the bullseye? Improve your stance, muscle tone and aim to finally get that perfect shot. You can bring your own bow or use one of our Genesis compound bows. Children and adults are welcome to sign up. Must have passed the Beginner Archery class or contact the instructor for special admittance.
Learn through drills and games including: dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, sportsmanship & fun!
Learn through drills and games including dribbling, shooting, passing, rebounding, offensive and defensive positioning, sportsmanship & fun!
This developmental soccer program will have the little ones moving! Playing soccer promotes cardiovascular health, builds strength, flexibility, and endurance. Team work, social interaction, and gross motor development are also emphasized. Participants will learn the fundamentals of soccer through drills and mini-games including: dribbling, shooting, passing, rules of soccer, sportsmanship & fun!
Has your kid wanted to try different sports? Sports are great for enhancing gross motor skills. In addition to the physical benefits of being active, sports build self-confidence and self-esteem. Participants will learn the basics of soccer, t-ball/baseball, basketball, football, floor hockey, and more. Each class will focus on a different sport and will emphasize teamwork, sportsmanship & fun! Parent participation required for ages 2-3.
You love volleyball and you want your young one to experience the joy, your child wants to get better at basketball or looking for the sport that fits their ability? All sizes and abilities can adapt to volleyball with quality instruction. Your child will learn the game through drills and mini-games including development of bumping, setting, passing, serving, scoring, rules of the game, sportsmanship, & fun!
Learn through drills and scrimmages including dribbling, trapping, throw ins, shooting, passing, positioning, rules of soccer, sportsmanship & fun!
T-ball is a great sport to develop socialization skills and coordination. T-ball helps gain greater balance and control which improves player’s overall skill. Participants will learn the fundamentals of t-ball through drills and games including: how to properly hit, throw, catch, run bases, rules of t-ball, sportsmanship & fun!
Home Run! Are you looking to refine your baseball/softball skills? Skill progression continues while promoting physical health. Participants will learn the fundamentals of baseball/softball through drills and games including base running, fielding, hitting, throwing, catching, sportsmanship & fun!
Want to learn the basics and fundamentals of volleyball beyond just gym volleyball? Join us as we teach the “fun”damentals and foundation of being a future volleyball player. Calling all 5th-8th graders that want to learn from some of the best coaches. Join us, as we make learning fun!
*Please note that if you are registering for Sundays and Thursdays, times only show for one of the days.* This activity meets Sundays 1:30-2:30 pm and Thursdays 5:00-6:00 pm.
Have the basics of volleyball down and need some additional coaching and training to accelerate your skills for school or club? By learning advanced skills and strategies, players will develop in all aspects of the game. Please note that if you are registering for both days, times only show for one of the days. Thursday sessions focus on skills and training. Sunday sessions focus on game scenarios. This activity meets Thursdays 7:00-8:30 pm.
*When registering for both Sundays and Thursdays, please make note that times are different each day.
Interested in improving your talent and skills on the court? Learn basic tactical decisions and skills needed to improve your game in doubles pickleball format. Learn how proper footwork improves your ability to make your returns consistently. Learn balance techniques to improve your agility on the court. Learn fundamentals for dinking mechanics, 3rd shot drops, resets, backhand and footwork. Practice serving and receiving strategies and learn proper court positioning. Learn the “X” pattern to determine who plays the ball in a rally. Work on fundamentals such as the split step, the ready position, shifting/pinching movement, transitioning from the baseline to the kitchen, lobs, stacking and more.
Interested in improving your talent and skills on the court? Learn basic tactical decisions and skills needed to improve your game in doubles pickleball format. Learn how proper footwork improves your ability to make your returns consistently. Learn balance techniques to improve your agility on the court. Learn fundamentals for dinking mechanics, 3rd shot drops, resets, backhand and footwork. Practice serving and receiving strategies and learn proper court positioning. Learn the “X” pattern to determine who plays the ball in a rally. Work on fundamentals such as the split step, the ready position, shifting/pinching movement, transitioning from the baseline to the kitchen, lobs, stacking and more.
No previous knowledge of tennis is necessary. Classes will consist of teaching fundamentals of tennis and then playing fun games and modified games using the fundamental principles of tennis that were taught. Then we will move into scorekeeping with individual tournament matches and doubles tournament matches. New and retuning students are welcome. Our focus is to take each individual student’s skills to the next level under the guidance of an experienced coach.
No previous knowledge of tennis is necessary. New and retuning students are welcome. Classes will consist of teaching the fundamentals of tennis and playing modified games. Then we will move into scorekeeping with individual tournament matches and doubles tournament matches. Our focus is to take each individual student’s skills to the next level under the guidance of an experienced coach. Prizes will be given.
Ages 5-8 years (Kindergarten through 2nd Grade)
This Introductory league will teach the fundamentals and skills of basketball as students learn how to play in a team environment by playing 3 on 3 basketball. The first four weeks will consist of practice every Thursday night between 5:00pm and 8:00pm.
For the last five weeks teams will receive 30-40 minutes of practice time, and a 20-minute game, games and practices will be held on Thursday nights. Game times will be Thursdays between 5:30pm and 8:00pm. Depending on enrollment leagues may possibly be combined at the discretion of the Athletic Manager. Team jerseys will be provided. Volunteer coaches are appreciated!
Bolingbrook Park District
201 Recreation Drive
Bolingbrook, IL. 60440
Phone: 630.739.0272
Email: ccmanagers@bolingbrookparks.org
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