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 | March 5 – 26 | 6-6:45p | February 27
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 |
Location: Dodds Soccer Complex
Instructor: Licensed Illinois FC Coaches
Deadline: March 25
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 the “ballfields” tag on our interactive park map 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 email justice.miller@champaignparks.org or call 217-819-3984.
Additional baseball leagues, tournaments, and programs may be started at any time.
