MINI DRIBBLERS
Ages 3-6
This program is designed to help children learn basic dribbling, passing, and shooting skills using our mini basketball hoops and lowered rims.
AGES | DATE | TIME | DEADLINE
3-4 | January 9 – 30 | 6-6:45p | January 2
3-4 | March 5 – 26 | 6-6:45p | February 27
5-6 | January 9 – 30| 7-7:45p | January 2
5-6 | March 5 – 26 | 6-6:45p | February 27
Fee (R/NR): $57/$85.50
Location: Martens Center
Questions: justice.miller@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3984
SPRING ILLINOIS FC MICRO SOCCER
Ages 3-7
Illinois FC and the Champaign Park District offer Micro Soccer for our youngest athletes. Players should bring a soccer ball (preferably size 3), water bottle, and shin guards to each session. Soccer cleats are optional. All players receive a free t-shirt. For more details on Illinois FC Micro Soccer, visit www.illinoisfc.com.
IFC First Kicks Soccer: The 3 year old class introduces players to soccer in a fun-filled learning environment. Games and activities promote soccer skill and overall athletic development.
Pre-K Micro Soccer: The 4-5 year old classes introduce players to dribbling, passing, shooting, and coordination and body movement activities in a fun-filled environment. Games and practice activities promote soccer skills and overall athletic development.
Kindergarten Micro Soccer: The 5-6 year old classes prepare kids for the Youth Soccer League. Focus is on helping each player reach their potential in a fun-filled and challenging environment. Dribbling, passing, shooting, ball control, decision-making, and creativity are emphasized.
Team play is fostered through group exercises and small-sided matches.
Illinois FC Soccer Academy: The 6-7 year old class is for players who are looking for
a more challenging playing environment. The intent of the academy is to create a bridge between the recreational player and competitive player.
| Program Name | Ages | Date | Day | Time | Fee (R/NR) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IFC First Kicks Soccer | 3 | April 13 - May 18 | Sa | 8:30-9:15a | $51/$76.50 |
| Pre-K Micro Soccer | 4-5 | April 9 - May 18 | Tu/Sa | Tu - 5:30-6:15p Sa - 10:30-11:15a | $91/$136.50 |
| Pre-K Micro Soccer | 4-5 | April 11 - May 18 | Th/Sa | Th - 5:30-6:15p Sa - 9:30 - 10:15a | $91/$136.50 |
| Kindergarten Micro Soccer | 5-6 | April 8 - May 18 | M/Sa | M - 5:30-6:15p Sa - 12:30 - 1:15p | $101/$151 |
| Kindergarten Micro Soccer | 5-6 | April 10 - May 18 | W/Sa | W - 5:30 - 6:15p Sa - 11:30 - 12:15p | $101/$151 |
| Illinois FC Soccer Academy | 6-7 | April 12 - May 17 | F | 5:30-6:30p | $61/$91.50 |
Program will factor in weather cancellations being made up. No guarantee on all cancellations being made up. No refunds will be issued due to weather cancellations.
Location: Dodds Soccer Complex
Instructor: Licensed Illinois FC Coaches
Questions: justice.miller@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3984
Places to Play Pick Up Games
The Champaign Park District maintains ballfields in many area parks. Please visit our Parks page and search the park features for “ballfields” to find a field near you! Note: the Dodds Softball Complex is open for programming or by reservation only – there are no “open play” times at Dodds. For more information about neighborhood ballfields or for Dodds Softball Complex reservations, please call 217-398-2550.
Additional baseball leagues, tournaments, and programs may be started at any time. Be sure to check out the current Program Guide to find any programs not listed.
