2024 Winter-Spring Sports Programs

For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/youthsports

Youth Sports Youth Sports Contacts

For information or questions, contact: Director of Sports & Recreation and J Day Camps Mat DeWinters 314.442.3104 mdewinters@jccstl.org Manager of Sports & Recreation Garrett Ashley 314.442.3279 gashley@jccstl.org

Yong Shins / Little Ninjas

Taekwondo

Ages 4-6

Ages 6 +

An introductory class into the world of Taekwondo. This nationally accredited program introduces discipline and respect with a focus on fitness, control, and technique. Little ones will have fun learning and training while building confidence and coordination.

Instructors determine the appropriate class level for students.

Training uses a combination of combat techniques, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment, and philosophy.

Students will develop and refine skill and build and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge, and control.

SFC (Yong Shins) Mon

Ongoing

6:30-7:30pm

Thu

Ongoing

5:30-6:30pm

Thu

Ongoing

2-3pm

Fox (Little Ninjas)

SFC (Youth Beginners) Wed

Ongoing

6:30-7:30pm

SFC (Youth Advanced) Wed

Ongoing

7:30-8:30pm

$46 member | $69 general public

Fox (Youth Beginners)

Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.

Thu

Ongoing

6:30-7:30pm

Sat

Ongoing

3-4pm

Fox (Youth Advanced) Thu

Ongoing

7:30-8:30pm

Sat

Ongoing

4-5pm

$46 member | $69 general public Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.

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Individual or Team Basketball Training

Start Smart Basketball

1st-12th grade

Ages 3-4

Basketball training focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels. All parts of the game will be worked on. Private workouts are customized to meet the specific needs of the player. Group workouts are great for discounted pricing and offer team skill building. Take your game to the next level.

A parent-child developmental program created to prepare three and four-year-olds for organized sports. Parents work with their children in a structured environment as they learn how to properly teach and support their children in sports. Participants receive a t-shirt and a participation award. Parent participation is mandatory.

SFC or Fox

SFC or Fox

By appointment

Wed

Individual Training 30 min

$25 member | $35 general public

1 hour

$50 member | $70 general public Buy 4 Get 1 Free!

1 hour

$20 person | 3-5 people

Jan 17-Feb 14

4:30-5pm

$95 member | $127 general public

Group Training

Basketball Pre-K League Ages 4-5 Specifically designed for kids enrolled in Pre-K, this league starts with practices where players focus on learning how to shoot, dribble, pass, and have fun playing as a team. The season concludes with games. Teams are coached by volunteer parents and consist of up to eight players. Games played at either J location. Session format is 20-minute practice followed by games led by coaches.

SFC or Fox Wed

Jan 17-Feb 21

5:15-6:15pm

$121 member | $153 general public

Basketball J Academy K-6th grade

J Basketball Skills Academy K-8th grade J Basketball Skills Academy focuses on core fundamentals for all skill levels. Areas of concentration include shooting mechanics, speed and controlled dribbling, on- and-off ball defense, footwork, and offensive and defensive principles. Fee includes a jersey, seven weeks of training and small game play.

SFC Sat

Jan 13-Feb 17

K-2nd: 9-9:55am 3rd-8th: 10-10:55am

SFC or FOX Mon & Wed

Mar 27-May 15

K-2nd: 9-9:55am 3rd-8th: 10-10:55am

Early Bird:

$200 member | $225 general public

Fox Sun

Jan 14-Feb 18

$121 member | $153 general public

J Academy is the top group training program in the St. Louis area.

Players will learn the fundamentals of basketball that include passing, shooting, and ball handling. This program will challenge players in small group play by introducing strength and conditioning as well as agility drills. Our basketball academy is for both boys and girls in kindergarten through 6th grade. Academy offers a unique opportunity for beginner, intermediate and advance level players to refine fundamentals, learn to play the game of basketball, and stand out on the court.

K-2nd: 6-7pm 3rd-6th: 7:10-8:10pm

After Mar 13: $250 member | $275 general public

Register at jccstl.org

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J Soccer – Playtime Ages 2-3 This is a parent/child participation program with many activities that directly relate to motor skill development. Each class consists of interactive games with the use of many different props. “First Touch Interactive Story Telling” will help the little ones understand participation, sportsmanship, sharing, and team concepts along with the basic skills of soccer.

Run by CORE Soccer Training.

SFC Session 1

Sun

Mar 17-Apr 7

9-9:45am

Session 2

Sun

May 5-26

9-9:45am

Session 3

Sun

June 23-July 14

9-9:45am

Early Bird:

$60 member | $80 general public Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to each session

$75 member | $95 general public

J Soccer – Essentials League Ages 6-12 This progressive training program will implement a short 10 to 12-minute technical training session (as a warm-up), then proceeds directly into game play. During warm-up, the staff will focus on individual player enhancement and begin to separate participants into teams to play small sided games. The staff will continuously instruct and evaluate each player on their technique, and give feedback on the when, where and how the game is played. The staff may also move players (even during a game) from one team to another or even one group to another so that everyone has the best playing experience.

J Soccer – First Touch

SFC

Ages 4-5 This progressive training program will implement a short 10 to 12-minute technical training session (as a warm-up), then proceeds directly into game play. During warm-up, the staff will focus on individual player enhancement and begin to separate participants into teams to play small sided games. The staff will continuously instruct and evaluate each player on their technique, and give feedback on the when, where and how the game is played. The staff may also move players (even during a game) from one team to another or even one group to another so that everyone has the best playing experience.

SFC Session 1

Sun

Mar 17-Apr 7

9-9:45am

Session 2

Sun

May 5-26

9-9:45am

Session 3

Sun

June 23-July 14

9-9:45am

Early Bird:

$60 member | $80 general public Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to each session

$75 member | $95 general public

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Session 1

Sun

Mar 17-Apr 7

10-10:55am

Session 2

Sun

May 5-26

10-10:55am

Session 3

Sun

June 23-July 14

10-10:55am

Early Bird:

$60 member | $80 general public Early Bird pricing ends two weeks prior to each session

$75 member | $95 general public

Start Smart Baseball 3 year-olds This parent-child developmental program prepares three-year-olds, for organized sports. Parents work with their children in a structured environment (parent participation is mandatory) and learn how to properly teach and support their children in sports. Participants receive a t-shirt and award.

SFC or Fox Sun

Apr 7-May 5

10:30-11am

Early Bird:

$80 member | $112 general public

After Mar 24:

$95 member | $127 general public

T-Ball Baseball League Ages 4-5 This is a coach led T-Ball program. This is a t-ball program allows players to further develop baseball skills including throwing, fielding, and hitting. Program begins with practices, followed by games. Participants receive a team jersey and trophy.

SFC or Fox

Baseball Skills Academy

Sun

Apr 7-May 19

11:30am-12:30pm

Early Bird:

$106 member | $138 general public

After Mar 24:

$121 member | $153 general public

K-5th Grade Learn the skills and put them to work in youth baseball. Focus on baseball training through drills and small game play. All participants receive a shirt.

SFC Sun

Apr 7-May 19

K-2nd: 12:45-1:45pm 3rd-5th: 2-3pm

Early Bird:

$106 member | $138 general public

After Mar 24:

$121 member | $153 general public

Mac & Jeanette Brown Youth Baseball League K-8th Grade Learn the skills and put them to work in youth baseball.

Team registration only; Individuals looking for teams please call 314.442.3279. Teams can select a weeknight practice time at the J, with Sunday games offsite. Registration includes eight games, practices at the J, and uniforms. Grades may be combined depending on enrollment. Team registration deadline is 2/19.

SFC Sun

Mar-May

$139 member | $189 general public

Times vary

Youth Sports Coaches Adults The J relies on dedicated volunteer coaches to make a difference in the lives of our youngest athletes. We are looking for positive role models who lead by example, teach the game, and create a fun and safe playing experience.

Register at jccstl.org

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For Program Registration and most up-to-date schedule Scan the QR Code or visit jccstl.com/adultsports

Adult Sports Adult Sports Contacts

For information or questions, contact: Director of Sports & Recreation and J Day Camps Mat DeWinters 314.442.3104 mdewinters@jccstl.org Manager of Sports & Recreation Garrett Ashley 314.442.3279 gashley@jccstl.org Men’s Competitive & Recreational Basketball Leagues 18 years + The most spirited league in the area includes two 20-minute halves with a running clock, except for timeouts and with under two minutes left in each half. Max roster: 12 players. Games played at Creve Coeur (SFC) or Chesterfield (Fox) depending on number of teams registered. Team registration required with complete payment. Jerseys provided for an additional one-time fee.

Recreational Leagues: players with minimal high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience Competitive Leagues: players with high school and college experience SFC & Fox Session 1

Coed Volleyball League 18 years + Calling both Competitive and Recreational levels. Each season consists of seven regular season games and a single elimination tournament for the top four teams. Max roster of 12 players. Game locations depend on number of teams registered. Leagues may be combined based on enrollment. Team registration required with complete payment.

Recreational Leagues: players with minimal high school play and/or regular pick-up game experience Competitive Leagues: players with high school and college experience

Recreational

Sun/Wed

Feb 11-Mar 31

8-11am/6-9pm

Competitive

Sun/Wed

Feb 11-Mar 31

8-11am/6-9pm

Recreational

Wed

Apr 10-May 29

6-9pm

Fri

Competitive

Thu

Apr 11-May 30

6-9pm

$290 per team

Recreational

Wed

June 19-Aug 7

6-9pm

Competitive

Thu

June 20-Aug 8

6-9pm

Session 2

SFC or Fox Apr 5-May 17

6-8pm

Session 3

$550 per team

Open Volleyball – Drop-In & Play 18 years + Players form their own teams during this two-hour open play session.

SFC Tue

Ongoing

Free member | $20/month general public

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7-9pm

101 Pickleball Clinic 18 years + The 101 class will cover safety, court terminology, types of shots, rules, scoring, and how to play doubles. This clinic is perfect for those who have never played or are just starting out and want to learn the basics.

Instructors: Ignite Pickleball.

Fox

Session 1

Mon

Feb 19-Mar 18

3:30-5pm

Session 2

Mon

Apr 15-May 13

3:30-5pm

Session 3

Mon

June 10-July 8

3:30-5pm

$77 member | $90 general public

Taekwondo

202 Pickleball Clinic

16 years +

18 years +

This training uses a combination of combat technique, self-defense, sport, exercise, meditation, entertainment, and philosophy.

Students will further their skill development and acquire strength, self-confidence, knowledge, and control.

The 202 (Advanced) class will cover strategy, court movement, shot selections, proper ball placement and advanced shots such as cross court dinking and 3rd shot drops. This clinic is perfect for those who are currently playing the game regularly.

Instructors: Ignite Pickleball.

SFC Mon

Ongoing

7:30-8:30pm

$46 member | $69 general public Payments will be automatically withdrawn on the 1st business day of each month.

Racquetball

Fox Session 1

Mon

Feb 19-Mar 18

7:15-8:45pm

Session 2

Mon

Apr 15-May 13

7:15-8:45pm

Session 3

Mon

June 10-July 8

7:15-8:45pm

$77 member | $90 general public

18 years + Guaranteed weekly court time! Players need to play regularly to ensure a rewarding experience. League and tournament winners will receive credit toward a future league.

Prerequisites • Space is limited • Two matches per night • Canister of balls provided each session • Leagues may be adjusted to create parity $72 member | $144 general public $10 credit for each new player that you bring to to the league.

Bronze Racquetball League Advanced (B/C Tournament Level) Players have good game knowledge and strategy.

Session 1

Mon

Jan 8-Mar 25

6-9pm

Session 2

Mon

Apr 8-June 24

6-9pm

Session 3

Mon

July 8-Sept 23

6-9pm

Coed Softball League 18 years +

Gold Racquetball League (A/B Tournament Level)

Teams will play a 4-week, 8-game, doubleheader regular season, followed by a single elimination playoff tournament. ASA rules.

ASA Umpires. Team registration required with complete payment.

Session 1

Thu

Jan 11-Mar 28

6-9pm

SFC

Session 2

Thu

Apr 11-June 27

6-9pm

Sun

Session 3

Thu

July 11-Sept 27

6-9pm

$600 per team

Play at a high level in league and tournaments.

Starts in April

Register at jccstl.org

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St. Louis Senior Olympics 50 years + The St. Louis Senior Olympics promotes the health and wellness of men and women 50 years of age and better by providing them opportunities to participate in competitive and social events. This Olympic-style competition offers more than 90 events at a dozen local venues.

Contact Stephanie Rhea, 314.442.3164, srhea@jccstl.org SFC or Fox Fri-Mon

May 24-28

Times Vary

For more information: stlouisseniorolympics.org

Indoor Golf Simulator 18 years + Welcome to indoor golf! Cold weather will not stand in the way of your game. The J is proud to offer the finest golfing experience that delivers the most realistic game, on the world’s most iconic courses. There’s no reason to wait until the weather cooperates, play today. In addition to this we supply balls and tees, but please remember your own clubs!

• Driving Range • Course Play • Single or Group Play SFC Mon

Ongoing

7:30-8:30pm

Per Hour: $36 member | $50 general public

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