Specialty Sports

ORANGE AND BLUE YOUTH GOLF CLINIC

Ages 7-13

The Champaign Park District and U of I Golf Course have teamed up to provide a Youth Golf Clinic for the community. Experienced and new players welcome! These clinics will focus on developing the proper skills for kids to begin playing the game of golf. The University of Illinois Golf Course is committed to making sure that children have the opportunity to learn, play, and enjoy golf.

Date: April 8 – May 13
Day: Saturday
Time: 1-2:15p
Deadline: March 31
Location: University of Illinois Golf Course
Equipment required: Golf clubs and golf attire
Fee (R/NR): $75/$112.50
Late registration: If there are openings, a $10 late fee will be added
Questions: justice.miller@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3984

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CAVALIER FENCING CAMPS

Ages 8-15

En Garde! Looking for something more than just the same old sport camp? Add some excitement to your summer vacation with the Cavalier Fencing Camps. We have a variety of camp experiences for the beginner and the more experienced youth fencer. Fencers will spend the week playing games and learning footwork, blade technique, tactics, and the principles of competitive fencing—in short, everything you need to know about the sport! Fencers should come dressed to work hard in loose clothing (no denim jeans) and tennis shoes. All fencing equipment is provided.

BEGINNING FENCING CAMP

This camp will introduce all the basics of fencing to boys and girls ages 8-12.  Learn to move your feet and your blade just like the pirates in the movies. We will teach you everything you need to know about foil fencing and play lots of fun fencing games to improve your skills and stamina. On the last day of camp, we’ll have a fun tournament to show off your new skills.

ADVANCED FENCING CAMP

Boys and girls with previous fencing experience can refine their technique at this week long camp. Those who have participated in another fencing camp or in one of the Point’s Cavalier classes are welcome to attend. We’ll play fun and competitive games to refine your skills and introduce you to saber and epee fencing as well. On the last day of camp we will have a friendly tournament to show off your new skills.

CO-ED CAMPS | AGES | DATE | DAY | DEADLINE

Beg. Fencing | 8-12 | June 12-16 | M-F | June 6

Beg. Fencing | 8-12 | July 10-14 | M-F | June 27

Adv. Fencing | 11-15 | July 17-21 | M-F | July 4

Time: 8:30a-12p
Location: The Point Fencing Club & School, 401 N. Vine, Urbana
Fee (R/NR): $145/$195
Questions: justice.miller@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3984

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LRC OPEN-GYM PICKLEBALL

Ages 13+
Leonhard Rec Center will have open-play pickleball starting in August. Join the fun and become a member of LRC to play pickleball for free! Sessions subject to change/cancel due to gym reservations or scheduled programming. Open gym schedule is posted every two weeks on CPD website.

Day: Monday-Friday, Year Round
Time: 9a-12p
Location: Leonhard Recreation Center
Fee (R/NR): Free for Leonhard Recreation Center Members or buy a day pass for $6/$9 (R/NR).
Questions: justice.miller@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3984

PICKLEBALL SKILLS AND DRILLS

Ages 18+
Enhance your pickleball skills this Spring through our Pickleball Skills and Drills Clinics. Classes will be led by our local pickleball club and all skill levels are welcome. The instructors will focus on the development of pickleball fundaments from drop shots, dinks, overhead smash, to serves, and ball placement. Come join the fun and learn a new skill.

Date: April 11 – 27, 2023
Day: Tu/Th
Time: 1-3p
Deadline: March 31
Location: Outdoor Pickleball Complex, 2203 W. John St.
Fee (R/NR): $81/$121.50
Late Registration: If there are openings, a $10 late fee will be added
Equipment Required: Pickleball Paddle
Instructor: Champaign-Urbana Pickleball
Questions: justice.miller@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3984

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PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT | NEW!

Ages 18+
Beat the heat at the Champaign Park District Pickleball Tournament this May! Housed at our new outdoor Pickleball Complex, each session will have a maximum of 16 teams in a Round Robin Tournament style format. Recreation-based, non-sanctioned. Times will be based on number of registrant

DIVISIONS/ DAY/ DATE:

Friday, May 19

3.0 | Men’s Doubles
3.0 | Women’s Doubles
3.5 | Mixed Doubles

Saturday, May 20

3.5 | Men’s Doubles
3.5 | Women’s Doubles
4.0+ | Mixed Doubles

Sunday, May 21

4.0+ | Men’s Doubles
4.0+ | Women’s Doubles
3.0 | Mixed Doubles

Ball: Franklin X40
Includes: Tournament Towel
Deadline: May 5
Location: Outdoor Pickleball Complex, 2203 W. John St.
Fee (R/NR): $81/$121.50
Registration: Please email cody.flowers@champaignparks.org for registration details.
Questions: justice.miller@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3984