Athletics

Kindergarten Basketball League

Ages 5-6

This is a developmental league with the focus being on skill building. All kids will play at least half of each game. Players of all skill levels will benefit. Teams will practice for a half-hour and play their game immediately after. This will be a one day per week commitment. Jerseys will be provided for the players. Volunteer coaches will be needed.

The league will not meet Nov. 25

1st & 2nd Grade Basketball League

Grades 1 & 2

This is a developmental league with the focus being on skill building. All kids will play at least half of each game. Game times will vary. Players of all skill levels will benefit. Teams will practice for a half-hour and play their game immediately after. This will be a one day per week commitment. Jerseys will be provided for the players. Volunteer coaches are needed.

Boys 3/4 Basketball League Girls 3/4 Basketball League

Grades 3-4

Improve your skills, make new friends, and come have a ball! This developmental basketball league will focus on continuing your kids’ skill building, knowledge of rules, and love for the game of basketball.

• Registration deadline is Nov. 6

• After the deadline, you will be waitlisted and only placed on a team if numbers allow.

• Practices start the week of Nov. 27; exact practice evening and location will depend on coach and court availability.

• Teams will practice once a week for the entire season.

• Practice times and days will depend on gym and coach availability.

• Jerseys will be provided.

• Games will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Civic Center starting Jan. 13.

• Volunteer coaches are needed.

Boys 5/6 Basketball League Girls 5/6 Basketball League

Grades 5-6

Improve your skills and make new friends in this developmental league, focused on skills building and improving your game! These leagues are played with surrounding park districts – Geneva, Warrenville, and Sugar Grove; some light travel will be required for games.

• Registration deadline is Nov. 6.

• After the deadline, you will be waitlisted and only placed on a team if numbers allow.

• Practices start the week of Nov. 27, exact practice evening and location will depend on coach and court availability.

• Teams will practice once a week for the entire season.

• Practice times and days will depend on gym and coach availability.

• Jerseys will be provided.

• Games will be held on Saturdays and Sundays at the Civic Center starting Jan. 13.

• Volunteer coaches are needed.

» For registration details, check the chart at the end of this section.

Boys 7/8 Grade Basketball League

Grades 7-8

Join our recreational Boys seventh- & eighth-grade basketball league and continue to improve your basketball skills and stay active this season! The season starts with weekly practices in December, and games begin in January 2024. Games will be played with some surrounding park districts including Geneva and will require some light travel to those districts for some games throughout the season. Each player receives a uniform jersey. Volunteer coaches are needed.

Adult Basketball League

Ages 18+

Join the Adult Basketball League and stay active this fall! This recreational league begins Sept. 14 and ends Dec. 21 with a single-elimination playoff concluding the season.

• Players must be 18 years of age or older prior to the first game. High school players are not permitted.

• All teams must have complete teams with all players’ names, home addresses, phone numbers/emails, and completed waivers signed before playing in the first game.

• League fees are due at time of registration.

• Games are held at the Civic Center Gym on Thursdays. Start times vary between 7 and 10 p.m.

River City Lil Laxers

Ages 5-9

Designed to introduce the game of lacrosse fundamentals to our youngest athletes, this session allows your child to learn with our focus on fun! We will build a solid foundation, increase basic skills, and develop a passion for the game through a progressive series of drills and games. No long-term commitments, no equipment needed. Lacrosse sticks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own!

Pickleball Private Lessons

Schedule a session of private pickleball lessons with our USA Pickleball Association (USAPA) Pickleball National Champion and Senior World Champion, Ken Harris! Lessons are tailored to your skill set and last one hour in length, four total lessons. Four players are needed for each group lesson. Questions? Email nathanielj@bataviaparks.org.

Pickleball Open Gym

Ages 18+

• Tuesday, Thursday & Friday, 1–4 p.m., CC Gym

• Wednesday, 7–9 p.m., CC Gym

• Sunday, 7–9 p.m., CC Gym

Join the exciting sport of pickleball during open gym hours this season! There is a $3 drop-in fee, or you may choose to purchase a 10-Punch Pass for $27. Some minimal equipment will be provided, but you’re encouraged to bring your own.

Pre-Karate Beginner

Ages 4-6

In our Pre-Karate Safety classes, young children develop flexibility, strength, and coordination in fun, yet disciplined, activities. This program specifically is designed for growing minds and bodies.

Classes will not meet on Sept. 20 and Nov. 24

Shotokan Karate

Ages 7+

Karate classes offer a good mix of strength training with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises. Increase coordination, agility, and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. Benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules. Karate increases flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscle tone, while improving core strength. This is also a great way to spend quality time with your child, while conditioning muscles, developing coordination and improving cardiovascular fitness.

Classes will not meet Sept. 20 and Nov. 24

Ultimate Ninja Classes – Obstacle Course Fun

Ages: 3-5

Preschool Ninja Classes will focus on developing coordination and strength through skills such as balancing, hanging, jumping, climbing, and running, while instilling self-confidence and teamwork in a safe and positive environment. Closed-toe tennis shoes are required along with athletic apparel. Water bottle recommended for hydration breaks.

Location: Ultimate Ninjas & UltFIT, 2012 Corporate Ln., Ste. 120, Naperville

Classes will not meet on Oct. 7 and Nov. 22

Ultimate Ninja Classes – Beginner Racing

Ages: 6-12

The Beginner Ninja class will focus on tackling the obstacles on NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior.” Ninjas are not required to have any prior experience with obstacles. They learn how to approach new challenges safely while having fun and exploring movements. Instructors set goals and challenges for students to help them gradually develop solid fundamental skills. Closed-toe tennis shoes are required along with athletic apparel and water bottles.

Location: Ultimate Ninjas & UltFIT, 2012 Corporate Ln., Ste. 120, Naperville

Classes will not on meet Oct. 8

Ultimate Ninja Classes – Obstacle Course Racing

Ages: 18+

ULTFIT offers HIIT workout classes that are both on and off the obstacles. All ULTFIT workouts are comparable to CrossFit, F45 and Orange Theory as far as intensity and a strong sense of community. ULTFIT obstacle course training workouts will keep you on your toes; the workout structures change daily. Certified instructors ensure the movements are done safely and correctly. Purchase your six-week pass between Aug. 21 and Dec. 31 and get unlimited access to classes MondaySaturday at 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, or 9:30 a.m. Once you purchase your pass, you will need to reserve your specific classes through Ultimate Ninjas.

Location: Ultimate Ninjas & UltFIT, 2012 Corporate Lane, Ste. 120, Naperville

Athletics

Red Ball Tennis

Ages 4-7

Players will develop agility, balance and coordination, movement patterns, forehand, backhand groundstrokes, serves, return, volleys, court positioning, and scoring.

Orange Ball Tennis

Ages 8-10

Players will develop agility, coordination, dynamic balance, movement patterns, court positioning, scoring, and reliable technique on forehand, backhand, serves, and volleys.

Athletics

Basketball Leagues

Jr Development Tennis

Ages 11-17

This program is designed to introduce the game to junior high and high school players based on age and ability. Players will develop agility, coordination, dynamic balance, movement patterns, court positioning, scoring, and reliable technique on forehand and backhand, serve, return, and volleys.

Check class descriptions for dates classes do not meet

Athletics

Check class descriptions for dates classes do not meet