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Basketball- RecKids, Age 5-6

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Boys Basketball player with ball


Program Information:
RecKids Basketball will introduce children ages 5-6 to the fine and gross motor skills necessary to play the game of basketball. You and your little one will work together to develop fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling/ball handling, passing/catching, shooting, and running/agility in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere.
There are no games in this program. No special equipment is needed, each participant will receive a a RecKids T-shirt.

Parent participation is required for this program.   

NOTE:  This program is open to every child who is 5-6 years of age at the start date of the program.  Any child who is 6 years old and in 1st grade must register for the 1st/2nd grade basketball program. 

Instructors: Rec. Staff

Benefits of Participation:
  Learn New Things, Make New Friends, Have Fun!
     *Teach Leadership, Teamwork & Sportsmanship
     *Build Strong Relationships, Social and Community Bonds
     *Enhance Self-Confidence and Self-esteem
     *Physical Activity and Health
     *Overcome Challenges

Other Basketball Programs:
   1st-2nd Basketball- to register Click Here
   3rd-8th Basketball- to register Click Here

BASKETBALL PROGRAMS OFFERED:
  RecKids Basketball
    This is a child/parent clinic.  The program teaches the fundamentals of the game using a fun and energetic curriculum that has been tailored to this age group.  The program is Coed.
  1st/2nd Basketball
    The program provides the opportunity for children to learn the game, improve their skills, and enjoy playing.  The program begins in January and meets on Saturdays for 1 hour each time- 1/2 hour Clinic, 1/2 hour Scrimmage.  The program is Coed.
  3rd/4th Basketball
    The program is part of the CVRA League, which plays other Rec. Depts.  Teams meet twice a week for 1 hour each time- 1 practice and 1 game.  Games are on Saturdays in January & February.  Separate boys and girls programs are offered if numbers allow.  
  5th/6th Basketball
    The program is part of the CVRA League, which plays other Rec. Depts.  Teams meet twice a week for 1 hour each time- 1 practice and 1 game.  Games are on Saturdays in January & February.  Separate boys and girls programs are offered if numbers allow.  
  7th/8th Basketball
    The program is part of the CVRA League, which plays other Rec. Depts.  Teams meet twice a week for 1 hour each time- 1 practice and 1 game.  Games are on Saturdays in January & February.  Boys program.

NOTE: There is no 7th/8th Girls league, due to no other teams to play.

Sponsors:

Dick   Bag Riders

Registration Information:
  • 1. Online registration is available with a credit card (a processing fee of $2 or 3.5 %, whichever is higher, plus 10 cents is added). Using this option, your balance is paid in full, and the person is enrolled.
  • 2. If a non-refundable deposit is available, it can be paid for online. However, the remaining balance is due before the registered person can attend. Some programs or camps have a specific date that the balance has to be paid.
  • 3. Offline registration is available at the Recreation Dept. with a check or cash. You have to come in to do this. Please be sure to create a Household Account online before coming in if you don't have one already.
  • 4. Registrations are NOT accepted over the phone or by email.
  • 5. Online registrations close the night before the start date of the program or on Thursday evening if the program starts over the weekend.
  • 6. Registration Deadlines: if a deadline is posted on the registration page for a program, this is to ensure that there are enough participants to offer the program. The Dept. works with other Depts. to be able to offer some programs.
  • 7. No registrations are accepted after the second meeting of a program, or after the first day of a camp, or after the first day of a sports practice.
  • 8. If a program is Full, register for the waiting list using the Online Payment Option. No fee is charged.
  • 9. Program numbers are checked one week before the start date to see if the minimum number is met.
  • Williston Residents can apply for Financial Assistance if needed. See Link Below
  • Don’t Wait! Register Early! (A program might be canceled due to low enrollment or filled).

* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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