PREK BASKETBALL
A fun, high-energy introduction to basketball for preschool-aged kids. Players learn dribbling, passing, shooting, defense, coordination and teamwork through age-appropriate drills, games and activities.
Sundays | 9:00–10:00 AM
Chicago Hope Athletic Center | 2641 W. Harrison St.
Fall & Winter Sessions Available
Perfect for beginners. No basketball experience necessary.
LITTLE BALLERS PREK BASKETBALL PROGRAM
Hi-Five Little Ballers is a weekly developmental basketball program. We believe the game of basketball, when introduced properly, serves to help children build self-esteem, gross motor skills, coordination, athleticism, and so much more. We’ll help each child to get a feel for the ball and their ability to dribble, pass, shoot, rebound, and play defense.
For the older kids, we’ll place a little more emphasis on teamwork, conditioning, and actually playing the game. This program will be the training ground for our Hi-Five Hoops League for K-2nd Graders. Hi-Five’s mission is to help the next generation develop a passion for sports – one program, coach, and child at a time. Players will be introduced to new skills each week, but that doesn’t mean they will forget about the skills they have previously learned!
Our coaching staff does an outstanding job of reviewing the drills and movements taught in class. Hi-Five coaches also put a strong emphasis on explaining each and every activity so players not only know how to do the drills correctly, but also know when and where to use these skills on the court.
Fall Location, Dates & Times
Hope Student Athletic Center (2641 W. Harrison St.)
October: 4, 11, 18, 25
November: 1, 8, 15, 22
December: 6, 13
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Winter Location, Dates & Times
Hope Student Athletic Center (2641 W. Harrison St.)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN FEES:
- Eleven (11) sessions
- Personal Practice Basketball
- Hi-Five Hoops Shooting Shirt
- Hi-Five Hoops Jr. NBA Little Ballers Uniform
- End-of-Season Trophy
What Does a Little Ballers Class Look Like?
Each 60-minute session keeps kids moving and engaged with a mix of:
- Warm-up and movement games
- Ball-handling and dribbling
- Passing activities
- Shooting on age-appropriate hoops
- Defense and footwork
- Fun competitions and basketball games
- Teamwork and sportsmanship
Our goal isn't to create NBA players at age four. It's to make kids excited to come back to the gym every Sunday.
Is Little Ballers Right for My Child?
Little Ballers is designed for children in Pre-K (3-5 years old) who are beginning to learn the game of basketball.
No previous basketball experience is required.
It's a great fit for kids who:
- Love sports and want to try basketball
- Have never played organized basketball before
- Are still developing coordination and confidence
- Are ready to learn in a fun group environment
- Want to prepare for Hi-Five's older basketball programs