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BABY BALLERS PLAY GROUP

Baby Ballers is all about creating positive first experiences with sports, and giving your child the opportunity and resources to move, play, and grow! While children build confidence, coordination, and gross motor skills, parents and caregivers can connect with other local families in a fun, low-stakes and welcoming social setting.

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WHAT, WHERE & WHEN?

Designed for children 18 months to 2 years (with a caregiver), Baby Ballers is a coach-led sports and movement play-group where little athletes can run, jump, throw, kick, and explore through age-appropriate games, obstacle courses, and imaginative activities.

This is a brand new program at Hi-Five Sports and we're so excited for you to be a part of it!

LOCATION, DATE & TIME:

Family Room Chicago: The Fit & Fun Arena (3217 N Broadway)

Saturday, August 29

11 AM - 1 PM

Play-Group Schedule:

11:00–11:10 AM | Welcome & Warm-Up

  • Check-in and free exploration
  • Meet the coaches
  • Welcome song
  • Stretching and movement
  • Introduce the "sport of the day"

Parents have time to settle in while children get comfortable with the space.

11:10–11:45 AM | Baby Ballers Sports Class

Children rotate through 4–5 coach-led stations lasting about 6–8 minutes each.

Possible stations include:

⚽ Soccer Strikers

  • Kicking into mini goals
  • Dribbling through cones
  • Stop-and-go games

🏀 Lil' Hoopers

  • shooting mini basketballs
  • Rolling balls into hoops
  • Jumping and reaching activities

⚾ All-Star Toss

  • Bean bag throws
  • Tee-ball practice with foam mini bat
  • Target games

🏃 Movement Course

  • Tunnels
  • Balance beams
  • Stepping stones
  • Mini hurdles
  • Jumping spots

🎈 Sports & Sensory Play

  • Balloons
  • Scarves
  • Parachute games
  • Freeze dance

Each activity is designed around age-appropriate movement and exploration rather than competition, allowing caregivers to participate alongside their child.

11:45 AM–1:00 PM | Open Play & Parent Social

After class, families are welcome to stay and enjoy the space at their own pace.

During Open Play:

  • Children can revisit favorite activities
  • Coaches remain available to interact with families
  • Parents and caregivers can relax, socialize, and build community
  • Complimentary coffee is available throughout the morning

Families are free to leave whenever they're ready, making the experience flexible around naps, lunches, and toddler schedules.