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Contact Steve Duman at (773) 486-7300 ext. 555 or
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Windy City Sports Academy
Winter Class Session:
November 3 - January 17
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Limited Late
Registration Now
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Tot Sports
(Ages 2-6)
Youth Sports
(Ages 5-14)
Soccer Academy
(Ages 5-14)
Baseball
Academy (Ages 6-14)
Basketball Academy
(Ages 6-14)
Winter Class Descriptions
Tot Sports (Ages 2 - 6)
TINY TOTS SPORTS
Children are introduced to the fundamentals of such sports as soccer, t-ball, basketball, tennis
and other sports and group games. The goal is to provide the opportunity for each child to develop
motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good
sportsmanship. Boys and Girls Ages 3-5. New Girls Only section available for Fall
2008.
LUNCH & PLAY
Children are introduced to such sports as soccer, t-ball, basketball, kickball and other
sports and group games. The goal is to provide the opportunity for each child to develop motor
skills and nurture his/her growth socially through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Bring a lunch
and play. Boys and Girls Ages 3-5.
PEE WEE SOCCER
This programs objective is to introduce each participant to the basic fundamentals of soccer.
Each class features ball manipulation exercises, small sided soccer games and games based on
technical themes. Every class features activities that are designed to promote good sportsmanship
and enjoyment. Boys and Girls Ages 3-5. New Girls Only section available for Fall
2008
PARENT TOT SOCCER
Young children develop motor skills while having fun running and kicking just like the big kids! Parents and tots work together in this class, learning the basics of soccer. Dribbling, passing, shooting and kicking are emphasized. A variety of activities designed around the game of soccer are played each week. Boys and Girls Ages 2-4.
LITTLE HOOPSTARS
Jump! Pass! Shoot! Score! Boys and girls gear up and learn the basics of basketball in this fundamental skills program. Each participant learns the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, offense and defense. Games are played at the end of each session. This class is for the basketball beginner looking to understand the game, learn new skills and have a ball! Boys and Girls Ages 3-5.
T-BALL CLINIC
This class is designed to teach young athletes the fundamentals skills of baseball. Each
participant has the opportunity to hit, field, throw, catch and run bases in this fun filled
instructional T-Ball Class. Each child should bring their own glove. Boys and Girls
Ages 3-5.
PARENT TOT SPORTS NEW!
Parents are integral parts of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor
skills. Motor skills 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 and improved motor skills. Boys and Girls Ages 3-5.
Youth Sports (Ages 5-14)
ALL SPORTS
This class features a new sport each week. Some of the sports taught and played include soccer,
kickball, baseball, tennis and basketball. The children have the opportunity to acquire new skills
and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes. Boys and Girls Ages 5-9.
SPEED & AGILITY CLINIC NEW!
The speed and agility clinic is designed for players from all sports looking to improve their speed, strength and conditioning in order to excel at the next level. Players take part in footwork drills, endurance conditioning and strength training. Instructors use simple but effective tools suck as jump ropes, bungee cords and medicine balls to insure players train to their full potential. Boys and Girls Ages 9-14.
FLAG FOOTBALL
Participants learn the fundamentals of football in this non-contact class.
Fundamentals include stance, passing, catching and running along with offensive and defensive rules
and strategy. Children participate in skill enhancing drills and plays along with class
scrimmages. Boys & Girls Ages 7-10.
TRIPLE PLAY
This class features three sports: football, soccer and basketball. 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. Boys and Girls Ages 5-9.
YOUTH DODGEBALL
Youth Dodgeball gives participants an opportunity to play the popular game in a safe and
supervised environment. The program uses super soft balls and safety is stressed. Each
week, different teams are formed and a different style of dodgeball is played. Boys and Girls
Ages 7-10.
GIRLS BASKETBALL CLINIC NEW!
This class is designed to
teach girls both basic instruction and fundamentals of basketball. Offensive and defensive
skills are taught along with proper shot form and mechanics. Girls Ages 8-12.
GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CLINIC NEW!
For girls with an interest in playing volleyball! This clinic teaches basic and intermediate fundamentals of volleyball including techniques and game strategies. Girls have the opportunity to learn and play each position. Proper setting, bumping and serving techniques are stressed. Games and scrimmages are played each week. Girls Ages 8-12.GIRLS MULTI-SPORT CLINIC NEW!
This class features basketball, softball, volleyball and soccer. Girls have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop confidence in each of the sports. Girls Ages 6-12.
Soccer Academy (Ages 5-14)
SOCCER SKILLS CLINIC 101
Children are introduced to the fundamentals of soccer tactics such as passing the ball, offensive and defensive moves, keeping the ball away from and taking the ball away from the opposing team. Children 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. Boys and Girls Ages 6-9.
SOCCER SKILLS CLINIC 202
In the next stage of their progression, players increase their playing stamina and speed on and off the ball. The clinic's specific technique training involves strength and placement shooting, landing on shooting foot,precision passing, settling the ball with various body parts, properly heading the ball and other offensive and defensive skills. Most importantly, players are taught game concepts that will improve their decision-making. Boys and Girls Ages 10–14.
5-on-5 WINTER INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE
November 14 - February 6
The Winter Indoor Soccer League exposes youth players to team dynamics and develops intermediate and advanced skill levels. Through game play and organized practices, players learn new techniques and improve existing skill levels. LEAGUE & TEAM ORGANIZATION: Teams are separated into three divisions: Beginners (Ages 5-7), Juniors (Ages 8-10) and All Stars (Ages 11-12). Coaches and players are randomly assigned to teams. All divisions play 5-on-5 games. Team sizes are between 8-10 players. Teams play a 10 game season with practice time before each game. Games are held on Friday evenings between 5:00 – 7:00 PM. League fee includes a uniform and a medal at the end of the season for each player. Space is limited. Register by October 17.
HOLIDAY SOCCER SKILLS CAMP
December 29 - December 31
This camp is designed to transition youth players to the next level. Through
specifically designed small sided games and scrimmages, camp instructors work with each and every
player to improve his or her individual skills. Each camp session focuses on precision
passing, targeted shooting and intermediate to advanced ball control techniques. Boys and
Girls Ages 5-13.
Available Holiday Break.
Basketball Academy (Ages 6-14)
BASKETBALL 101
The perfect class for young athletes who are looking to move beyond basic instruction and ready
to more thoroughly understand the game. Players enhance their skills by learning more
detailed offensive points of the game such as setting screens and moving without the ball.
Players are also introduced to defensive aspects of the game including proper defensive stance and
concepts such as zone and man to man defense. Players develop their shot using proper form
and mechanics to be more effective from further distances from the basket. All instruction is
game/drill oriented with scrimmages played every day. Boys & Girls Ages 6-10.
BASKETBALL 202
Athletes develop existing skills with the focus on setting and achieving personal goals.
Classes are conducted with various guard/post-work to develop passing, shooting and dribbling in
game situations. Defensive instruction includes man to man defense, denying the ball,
help-line and boxing out. Full court scrimmages are played every day along with specialized
instruction. Boys and Girls Ages 9-12.
FALL BOYS AND GIRLS BASKETBALL LEAGUE
September 12 – November 7
Don’t miss WCSA’s Fall Basketball League, exposing youth players to team dynamics and
encouraging individual development. Through game play and organized practices, players learn
new techniques and improve existing skill levels. LEAGUE & TEAM ORGANIZATION: Games begin
Friday, September 12 and continue through November 7. No Games on October 17. Games are
played on Friday between 4:00 – 7:00 PM. Teams are separated into three divisions: Beginners (Ages
5-7), Juniors (Ages 8-10) and All Stars (Ages 11-12). There are separate boys and girls
divisions. Teams play a 7 game season with 1 hour of practice time before each game.
Once rosters are completed, they are final. The program depends on parents and friends to
volunteer for coaching duties. Each team will have a maximum of three coaches. Space is
limited. Register by August 29. Evaluation Period: September 5 - evaluations for all
participants. These evaluations determine team placement with the goal of providing balanced
teams. Attendance at evaluations is required.
Baseball Academy (Ages 6-14)
BASEBALL 101
This beginner's baseball class provides players a full introduction to the great sport of
baseball. During the class, players are instructed on all aspects of the game in a fun and
learning environment. The program teaches the fundamentals of base running, throwing and
catching, hitting off a tee and from live pitching, playing various positions in the field, game
play, strategy and at-home practice tips. Participants should bring their own bats and
gloves. Boys & Girls Ages 6 - 8.
BASEBALL PITCHING CLINIC
This program provides players with the knowledge of solid pitching mechanics allowing them to
make significant strides in the art of pitching. The program includes the following aspects
of pitching: fundamental mechanics, body positioning & alignment, throwing drills, stride
drills, power drills, live pitching, arm care, and pitching strategies. Participants should
bring their own bats and gloves. Participants will be placed into appropriate groups based
upon age and skill level. Boys & Girls Ages 8 - 14.
BASEBALL HITTING CLINIC
This program allows players to better understand the mechanics of a proper swing and the techniques that make a good hitter. Instruction includes: fundamental mechanics, techniques of successful hitting, body positioning & alignment, stance, grip balance, weight shift, swing planes, follow-through and live hitting in our batting cage. Participants should bring their own bats and gloves. Participants will be placed into appropriate groups based upon age and skill level. Boys & Girls Ages 8 - 14.
