Grades K-3

                                       

 

SUMMER 2008


GIRLS FAST PITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE
(Grade 3-8) - Join the fastest growing league in town at the newly built JF Luther Softball Fields.  Practices will begin in May and run through the entire season.  Games begin mid June and end late July.
Registration Deadline: Friday, April 25 (after this date $30, no guarantee of placement in league)
Evaluation Date: Friday, May 2                                      Evaluation Location: Municipal Building Gym       
Evaluation Date Times: Current 3rd graders: 3:30-4:15, Current 4th graders: 4:15-5:00, Current 5th graders: 5:00-5:45,
Current 6th graders: 6:00-6:45, Current 7th & 8th graders: 6:45-7:30
Practice Times:  To be determined by the volunteer coach

Game Start Date: Monday, June 9                                    Game End Date: Wednesday, July 23-24, with plays the week of July 28th
      
(Games will be played 2 nights during the week Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday )
Fee: $25 (includes a visor)                                                Game Locations: Luther Softball Fields
Game Times:  5:00 or 6:30 p.m.

                   *****GRADE 3-4-5 Fast Pitch Softball Web Page****** Updated May 31
 

T-BALL  -    (Age 5 & Current Grade K) - Your child will learn the basics of Americas Past Time: BASEBALL.  The first two weeks will be spent learning the fundamentals during the hour long practice.  The following weeks, the kids will be split up into 4 teams (still during the time-slot you sign up for) and play against each other with coaching going on during the games.  Games will be played at the same time you sign up for, but may be played on a different day.
                                      T-Ball #1     Monday & Wednesday 9:30-10:30 a.m.
                                       T-Ball #2     Monday & Wednesday 12:30-1:30 p.m.   FULL
                                       T-Ball #3     Tuesday & Thursday   9:30-10:30 a.m.
                                       T-Ball #4     Tuesday & Thursday   12:30-1:30 p.m.    FULL
Ages/Grade: 5 / Current Kindergarten
Starts: Monday, June 16 or Tuesday, June 17                                  Ends: July 24
Fee: $20 (includes t-shirt)                                                                Location: Memorial Park (behind Armory)
Instructors: Greg Riddell & Matt Belz

  -  NEW  -    Evening T-Ball  (Ages 5 & Current Kindergarten)
 
If daytime baseball doesn't fit your schedule try our new evening program.  Held on four consecutive early evenings players will learn the basics of baseball and participate in low key games.  Individuals participating in daytime T-ball are not eligible to register for the evening session until June 9

Starts:  T-Ball #  5     Monday, August 4 thru Thursday, August 7          5:00-6:00 p.m.     FULL
            T-Ball # 6     Monday, August 11 thru Thursday, August 14       5:00-6:00 p.m.  
Fee: $ 12 (included a t-shirt)

            *****T-Ball 9:30 Web Page*****          *****T-Ball 12:30 Web Page*****

COACH PITCH  (Currently in Grade 1st & 2nd) - Same as T-Ball except that the mini-sluggers will get to hit off of our "aces" - Greg or Matt.  First two weeks will be the practice portion where the players will learn hitting, throwing, base running and fielding.  After the two weeks of "spring training", the kids will get split into teams and play games the rest of the summer.  Games will be played at the same time you sign up for, but may be played on a different day.
               Coach Pitch #1     Monday & Wednesday  8:30-9:30 a.m.                       Coach Pitch #4     Tuesday & Thursday  8:30-9:30 a.m.
               Coach Pitch #2     Monday & Wednesday  11:30-12:30 p.m.                   Coach Pitch #5     Tuesday & Thursday  11:30-12:30 p.m.
               Coach Pitch #3     Monday & Wednesday  1:30-2:30 p.m.   FULL           Coach Pitch #6      Tuesday & Thursday  1:30-2:30
                  (Coach Pitch #3 & #6 are the advanced level of Coach Pitch - Pre-requisite: combined 2 years of T-Ball and/or Coach Pitch)
Registration: April - June
Grades: Currently in 1st or 2nd Grade
Starts: June 16 or 17                                                                       Ends: July 24
Fee: $20 (includes t-shirt)                                                                Location: Memorial Park
Instructors: Greg Riddell & Matt Belz

  -  NEW  -    Evening T-Ball  (Currently in 1st or 2nd Grade)
 
If daytime baseball doesn't fit your schedule try our new evening program.  Held on four consecutive early evenings players will learn the basics of baseball and participate in low key games.  Individuals participating in daytime T-ball are not eligible to register for the evening session until June 9.
Any current 3rd graders not interested in playing with Fort Youth Baseball evening league may participate in Coach Pitch.

Starts:  T-Ball #  7     Monday, August 4 thru Thursday, August 7          6:00-7:00 p.m.
            T-Ball # 8     Monday, August 11 thru Thursday, August 14       6:00-7:00 p.m.  
Fee: $ 12 (included a t-shirt)


****Coach Pitch 8:30 Web Page*****      *****Coach Pitch 11:30 Web Page*****     *****Coach Pitch 1:30 Web Page*****

 

TENNIS     -  (Ages 5-14) - Learn the basics of this wonderful game you can play your whole life.  Tennis balls and racquets are provided.
Class Level
Pee Wee - Ages 5-6 entry level players.  Small racquets and softer tennis balls are used along with a smaller court
Beginner - Ages 7 or older, or one year of
Pee Wee tennis
Intermediate - Taken at least 2 sessions of Beginner tennis or permission of the instructor
Advanced  - Taken at least 2 sessions of Intermediate tennis or permission of the instructor

Monday & Wednesday Classes
                                                                                        Tuesday & Thursday Classes
Pee Wee                   9:15-10:00 a.m.                                                                               Beginner                   10:00-11:00 a.m.
Beginner                   10:00-11:00 a.m.                                                                             Intermediate              11:00-Noon    
Advanced                 11:00-Noon                                                                                      Beginner                   1:00-2:00 p.m.   FULL
Intermediate               1:00-2:00 p.m.                                                                                 Pee Wee                   2:00-2:45 p.m.
Beginner                    2:00-3:00 p.m.                                                                                Advanced                 2:45-3:45 p.m.

Session 1 - June 16 through July 10   (Rain Make-ups - July 14-17)     
                  Tournament: Friday July 11
Session 2 - July 21 through August 14 (Rain Make-ups - August 18-21) 
                  Tournament: Friday August 15
Fee:  $16  -  4 week session & tournament                                          Location: Rock River Tennis Courts
Instructors: Michelle Ganser & Brian Deichl

FRIDAY YOUTH TENNIS LEAGUE (Ages 5-13) - Take everything you have learned in the lessons of that week and play other kids with the same ability as you.  Plus you will get a chance to play doubles for a few weeks.  Coaching advice and game strategy will be evaluated during matches.

Registration:April-June
Level: Beginner/Intermediate/Advanced
Starts: Friday, June 20                                                Ends: Friday, August 8
                                                     No Class July 4 & 11
Time: 9:15-10:00 Beginners (1st person to win 8 games)
         10:00-11:15 Intermediate/Advanced (Best 2 of 3 sets)
Fee: $7                                                                                           Location: Rock River Tennis Courts
Instructor: Michelle Ganser & Brian Deichl

SWIMMING LESSONS (Ages 1-??) We have a wide range of lessons for any ability.  Click here to see the full list of classes and times.   

FORT YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE (Grade 3-8) - Play under the lights at Memorial Park during the week.  Games are played 2 nights of the week starting in June and ending in July.  Practices begin in May and continue through the end of the league.  Deadline to register is Friday, April 20.  For more information call (920) 563-7781 and ask for Brett.

WARHAWK BASKETBALL CAMP - (Entering Grade 1 -12) - Learn hoops from the 2008 League Champions!! Learn the secrets of great shooting, dribbling, and passing from the UW-Whitewater coaching staff and players.
Session 1 (Entering Grades 1-4)  10:00-11:30 a.m.
     Starts: Tuesday, June 17                                                Ends: Friday, June 20
     Fee: $35 (includes t-shirt)                                               Location: Municipal Building Gym
Session 2 (Entering Grades 5-8)  12:15-2:30 p.m.
     Starts: Tuesday, June 17                                               Ends: Friday, June 20
     Fee: $50 (includes t-shirt)                                              Location: Fort High School


MAIN STREET STUDIO DANCE CLASSES  (Ages 3-18)  6-8 week summer run.  Many of the favorites from the school year schedule will return including:  Ballet and Creative Dance.  Classes will be offered for ages 3 through 18 and will be held once a week at the Municipal Building Dance Rooms (now AIR CONDITIONED). Full 24 week sessions will return in the Fall.

 Click here for more information on classes, and times.
                               

SHOTOKAN SELF-DEFENSE KARATE (Ages 5-Adult) - Learn the techniques of this type of karate, coordination, discipline and respect.  Class meets twice a week for six weeks.
Registration - Year Round                                                    Registration Deadline - Last Friday of the session
Fee - $45/session                                                               Location - Municipal Building Gym
CLASS TIMES AND FAQ - CHECK OUT THE KARATE WEBPAGE

 

SPRING 2008

INDOOR SOCCER (Grades K-3) - Each Saturday, our soccer staff will review a soccer skill or strategy for about 10 minutes - then it's game time for the rest of the hour. The Municipal Gym will be transformed into an indoor soccer stadium and a soft soccer ball is used to make play safer and the ball easier to control.
Registration - January & February                                         Registration Deadline - February 8, 2008
Start Date -  February 9 - March 15
Fee - $20 (Includes T-Shirt) ($25 after Feb. 8)                       Location - Municipal Building Gym
Class Times - Grades K & 1 - afternoon (Approx. Noon-3)      Grades 2 & 3 - mornings (Approx. 8-Noon)

GRADE 2-3 INDOOR SOCCER WEB PAGE FOR ROSTERS/SCHEDULES 
-2007   **Updated 2/12/07**
GRADE K-1 INDOOR SOCCER WEB PAGE FOR ROSTERS/SCHEDULES 
-2007   **Updated 2/12/07**

Girls Fast Pitch Softball Camp
(Grades 3-8) 
Join the Blackhawk High School coaching staff and players as they teach you the skills of pitching, hitting, throwing,  and fielding in this 1-day camp.  A great start-up for rookies or a tune-up for veteran players wanting to play in the summer Girls Softball League  Campers will be split into two levels:  Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8. Camp will be held at the High School Softball Fields.  In case of bad weather the camp will be held indoors in the gym  and batting cages at the High School.

Date:  Tuesday, March 25
Time:  12:30-3:00 p.m.
Fee - $15 includes t-shirt (Note:  $20 if after March 7)
Location - Fort Atkinson High School

Girls Fast Pitch Softball League (Currently in Grades 3-8)
Join the fastest growing league in town at the newly renovated softball fields behind Luther School. Teams are formed in early May with an evaluation practice - team practices will then be held throughout the month.   Games are played June through the end of July.  The league is divided into two divisions:  Grades 3 - 4 - 5 and Grades 6 - 7 - 8.
Deadline to register - Friday, April 25
Fee - $25 (includes visor)
Location: Softball Fields (Behind Luther School) 
Note:  Volunteer coaches and paid umps are needed at both levels - Call 563-7781

CLICK HERE TO SEE ROSTERS FOR THE GRADE 3-4-5 FAST PITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE 2006

SHOTOKAN SELF-DEFENSE KARATE (Ages 5-Adult) - Learn the techniques of this type of karate, coordination, discipline and respect.  Class meets twice a week for six weeks.
Registration - Year Round                                                    Registration Deadline - Last Friday of the session
Fee - $45/session                                                               Location - Municipal Building Gym
CLASS TIMES AND FAQ - CHECK OUT THE KARATE WEBPAGE


Easter Egg Hunt (Ages 1-7) - SPONSORED BY VERLO MATTRESS FACTORY OF FORT ATKINSON, hop on over to Jones Park
RAIN OR SHINE
   and help us find over 2,000 eggs the Easter Bunny has left for the kids of Fort Atkinson,  All parents and children will gather at the Jones Park Concession Stand and at 10:00 a.m. for instructions and signal to start the hunt.  Kids will split into two different groups depending on their age to search for the eggs.  Also, 12 lucky participants will win a special GIANT EASTER BASKET from the Easter Bunny.  Verlo's own Mattress Man will be on hand passing out prizes to the kids as well.  Bring your camera to get a picture with the Easter Bunny and Mattress Man.
Fee: FREE !!!
Date: Saturday, March 15th, 2008
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location:  Jones Park (meet at the Jones Park Concession Stand for instructions)


Start Smart Golf (Ages 5 ONLY)
 Based off our popular Start Smart & Pee Wee Sport Series your child will spend four days learning how to drive, chip and putt with your guidance. Our instructor shows the parents the proper techniques and teaching hints to be most successful for this age group. The final day will be spent playing the Championship Par 3 course built right in our own gym. Using the innovative line of SNAG Golf products - all the equipment and targets will be provided.  Minimum class size of 6 - Maximum class size of 12.
 Registration:  Begins February 4                                        Deadline:  May 1
 Dates:  May 7, 12, 14,19, 21
 Time:  5:00-5:50 p.m.
 Fee - $16  ($20 if after May 1)                                            Location:   Municipal Building Gym

After School Playgroup (Grades 1 - 5) - Play popular games such as Dodge ball, Kickball, Frisbee Golf, Fling Sock Attack, and more in this after school open gym type setting.  Led by an enthusiastic staff - kids will burn some after school energy on Mondays and Wednesdays.
Registration - Begins February 4
Session 1 Starts: Monday, March 3                         Session 1 Ends: Wednesday, March 19
Session 2 Starts: Monday, April 7                           Session 2 Ends: Wednesday, April 23
Fee: $10  ($15 if after session begins)                     Location: Municipal Building Gym
Time: 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Spring Training Baseball (Grades K-2) - This four day preview of our summer baseball programs will get your child looking forward to the end of the school year and the start of a fun summer !   Safety bats and balls are used as the children receive instruction in hitting, throwing, and catching.
Registration - Begins February 4
Session 1 Starts: Grades K-1 (no baseball experience)  March 25 - March 28          Time:  8:30-9:30 a.m.
                
Session 2 Starts: Grades 1 & 2  -  March 25 - March 28                                           Time:  9:30-10:30 a.m.

Fee: $10/session ($15 if after March 21)                  Location: Municipal Building Gym

Open Gym
(Grades 1-5) - Here's a great way to get some exercise during Spring Break vacation.  The kids will be kept busy during the one hour open gym by playing basketball, dodge ball, tag & other assorted inside games.  Each participant will get a chance to pick from our prize bin at the end of each hour.
Registration - Begins February 4
Start Date: Tuesday, March 25 - Friday, March 28
Time:  10:30-11:30 a.m.
Fee: $5  ($10 after March 21)                                 Location:  Municipal Building Gym

Fort Youth Baseball League
(Grade 3-8) - For more information call (920) 563-7781 and ask for Brett.


 

WINTER 2007/2008 
 

INDOOR SOCCER (Grades K-3) - The first Saturday, the first half of the class will be devoted to teaching the fundamentals of soccer (kicking, trapping, dribbling and being a goalie).  Then the teams will face off against each other.  Weeks 2-6, the first ten minutes of the class will be spent doing drills and the rest of the class time will be playing an indoor soccer game.
Registration - January & February                                         Registration Deadline - February 9, 2007
Start Date -  February 17 - March 24
Fee - $20 (Includes T-Shirt) ($25 after Feb. 9)                       Location - Municipal Building Gym
Class Times - Grades K & 1 - afternoon (Approx. Noon-3)      Grades 2 & 3 - mornings (Approx. 8-Noon)
GRADE 2-3 INDOOR SOCCER WEB PAGE FOR ROSTERS/SCHEDULES 
-2008   **Updated 2/6/08**
GRADE K-1 INDOOR SOCCER WEB PAGE FOR ROSTERS/SCHEDULES 
-2008   **Updated 2/6/08**

INDOOR TENNIS (Grades K-5) - The Muni gym will get transformed into a mini-indoor tennis arena.  Great program for first timers or for those a little more experienced. Session 2 will offer 2 courts of  "GAME ACTION"  Singles, Doubles and Tournament play will all take place with a different emphasis each day.  All of the equipment is provided - from smaller tennis racquets, cushy tennis balls, smaller court size and lower nets.  The last day includes contests with prizes for everyone!
Registration Starts November 19                                             Registration Deadline:  December 21
Session 1 (Grade K-5) 
                 Date -  Wednesday, Dec. 26, Thursday, Dec. 27,  Friday, December 28
 
               Time: 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Session 2 (Grade 3-5) "Game Action"  "NEW"
                 Date -  Wednesday, Dec. 26, Thursday, Dec. 27,  Friday, December 28
 
               Time: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
Fee:  $6 .....$10 after December 21                                        Location:  Municipal Building Gym         


JR. SMALL FRY BASKETBALL
(Grade 1) - Learn basketball basics by follow the leader, obstacle courses, contests, and challenges, and in low-key games.  Hoops are lowered to 8 feet and smaller basketballs are used.  MAX: 14 per session
Registrations Starts: November 19                                          
Starts:  Saturday, January 5                                                     Ends:  Saturday, February 9
Session 1:
 
Time: 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Session 2:
 
Time: 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Fee: $20 (includes a T-shirt)....$25 after Friday, Dec. 28            Location: Municipal Building Gym...Barrie School Gym on Sat. Feb. 9

MINI DUNKERS (Grade K) - Test out this three week program where teaching the basics of basketball will be stressed.  NO FULL-  COURT GAMES WILL BE PLAYED, but 3 on 3 games will be played the final week.  Hoops will be lowered to different heights and mini basketballs are used. MAX: 14 per session
Registrations Starts: November 19                                            Registration Deadline: Friday, December 28
Session 1 (Saturday, January 5, 12, 19)
Session 2 (Saturday, January 26, February 2, 9)
Time: 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Fee: $15 (includes a T-shirt)....$20 after Friday, Dec. 28            Location: Municipal Building Gym...Barrie School Gym on Sat. Feb. 9

SHOTOKAN SELF-DEFENSE KARATE (Ages 5-Adult) The dojo's 2008 calendar is available online at www.fortparsandrec.com or at the Parks and Recreation Office.  Sign-up for any of the seven sessions available in 2008.

CLASS TIMES AND FAQ - CHECK OUT THE KARATE WEBPAGE

GAMES, GAMES, GAMES (Grades 2-5)  Have fun playing organized games under the direction of our games supervisor.  New games will be taught as well as the classics like dodge ball.
Registration begins:  November 19                                     Registration Deadline:  Friday, December 21
Dates: Wednesday, December 26, Thursday, December 27 and Friday,  December 28
Time:  10:00 - 11:30 a.m.                                                     Location:  Municipal Building Gym

 

Team Pictures - 2006/2007


                                                           
                       Small Fry 9:00                           Small Fry 10:00                     Small Fry 11:00                    Small Fry Noon                      Small Fry 1:00

                                                 
       Cougars                                     Flash                                       Galaxy                             Hammerheads                           Phantoms                              Riverhounds

                                                
         Islanders                         Raging Rhinos                           Strikers                                  Sweepers                                Thunder                                  Timbers
     

 

SMALL FRY BASKETBALL PICTURES - 2007

                                                 
                   9:00                           10:00                            11:00                           Noon                              1:00
 

FALL 2007

Flag Football (Grades K-3) - First 30-45 minutes are spent learning how to throw, catch, hand-off, run patterns and run plays.  The last part of class is spent playing against another team.  No practices during the week.  Grade 2/3 will play the final game in the Blackhawk Stadium (weather permitting)
Registration: August 27                                                 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, September 12
Start Date: Saturday, September 15                               End Date: Saturday, October 13
Fee: $20 (includes t-shirt)....$25 after the deadline          Location: High School Practice Fields
Time: Grade K/1 9:15-10:30 a.m.
         Grade 2/3 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Instructors: Varsity & JV Football players & Volunteer parents (We hold a weekly meeting at 9:00 a.m. in the parking lot to give you that weeks itinerary, and playbook.

Poms/Cheerleading (Grades K-3) - Learn 4-5 cheers and a dance routine.  The cheers will be showcased at the end of the flag football games, and the dance routine will be performed in Blackhawk Stadium the final week of the program at "halftime" of the flag football games.
Registration: August 27                                                 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, September 12
Start Date: Saturday, September 15                               End Date: Saturday, October 13
Fee: $20 (includes t-shirt)....$25 after the deadline          Location: High School Wrestling Room (to start) & H.S. Practice Fields (at the end)
Time: 9:30-10:45 a.m.
Instructors: Fort Atkinson High School Pom Pon team

Small Fry Basketball (Grade 2 & 3) - Have fun with dribbling games, shooting contest and relays to learn the game of basketball.  Last 3 weeks will be spent splitting up your hour and playing a game with the help of our energetic coaches.  Hoops are lowered and smaller basketball are used.
Registration: Beginning September 4                             Registration Deadline: Friday, October 19
Start Date: Saturday, October 27                                     End Date: Saturday, December 8
                          NOTE: No class on Saturday, November 24
Fee: $20 (includes t-shirt)....$25 after the deadline           Location: Municipal Building Gym
Time: 9:00 a.m   (2rd Graders)
           10:00 a.m. (3rd Graders Boys only)
           11:00 a.m. (2nd Graders)
           Noon         (3rd Graders Girls Only)
            1:00 p.m.  (2nd & 3rd Graders)  
Head Instructor: Scott Lastusky

NEW!!!   NEW !!!  NEW !!!   
ICE SKATING LESSONS @ JANESVILLE ICE SKATING CENTER  (Ages 4-12) - Learn proper skating techniques, reach for your goals and have fun from this US Figure Skating endorsed program - Polar Express Learn to Skate!!!  Classes are held on Saturday mornings (for 8 weeks) and feature 30 minutes of instruction and 30 minutes of practice free skating. "Snowplow Sam" is for children ages 4-6 and "Basic" has various levels and is for children ages 7-12.  Additional 8-week sessions and special winter break activities will be highlighted in our next brochure.
Registration - Beginning September 4                              Registration Deadline:  November 7
Dates: Saturdays beginning November 10                        End Date:  January 12, 2008
     Snowplow Sam (age 4-6)  9:30-10:30am
     Basics             (age 7-12) 9:30-10:30am                      -NO CLASSES HELD DEC. 22 & DEC. 29           
Fee - $80.00 for 8 classes                                               Location:  821 Beloit Ave, Janesville, WI

Main Street Dance Studio (Ages 3-18) - 24 weeks of class culminating in a dance recital held at the UW-Whitewater Young Auditorium.  Click here for more information on classes, and times.

Wide World of Sports (Ages 4/5 Grade K) - Not sure what sport you want to try...try them all.  Each week a different sport will be highlighted with an emphasis on throwing, catching, shooting, and running.  At the end of each class, try on some of the equipment, or jerseys that you will wear if you keep playing.  Sports include: Flag Football, Baseball, Basketball, and Volleyball.
Registration: Beginning September 4                             Registration Deadline: Friday, September 21
Start Date: Monday, September 24                                 End Date: Monday, October 15
Fee: $16....$20 after the deadline                                   Location: Municipal Building Gym
Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Intro to Wrestling (Grade K-5) - Interested in learning more about wrestling?  Great program for first or second year wrestlers as a tune-up to see if you want to join the Fort Wrestling Club.
Registration: Begging September 4                                 Registration Deadline: Friday, October 5
Dates: Monday October 15, Tuesday October 16, Wednesday October 17
Fee: $16....$20 after the deadline                                     Location: High School Wrestling Room
Time: 5:00-6:30 p.m.                                    
Instructors: Fort Wrestling Club Coaches and High School Wrestlers

SHOTOKAN SELF-DEFENSE KARATE (Ages 5-Adult) - Learn the techniques of this type of karate, coordination, discipline and respect.  Class meets twice a week for six weeks.
Registration - Year Round                                                    Registration Deadline - Last Friday of the session
Fee - $45/session                                                               Location - Municipal Building Gym
CLASS TIMES AND FAQ - CHECK OUT THE KARATE WEBPAGE