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To register contact the Jubilee Park Office, 419-238-9121

BASEBALL         

Little Sluggers: A six-week instructional program for children ages 3 & 4.  Registration is required and runs from mid - June to late July.

T-Ball: Youth 5 & 6 years of age. Learn the fundamentals of the game. Hit mainly off a T with some pitching. No tryouts! Click on T-Ball Link for registration form.

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Minor League Baseball: A fundamental, skill-learning program for youths ages 7 & 8.  A coach pitch league. No tryouts are held for this park-sponsored activity. Click on Minor League Link for registration form.

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Van Wert Youth Baseball Association: Active May through July. Leagues are broken down into three divisions; Junior League, 9 & 10 years old , Little League, ages 10 - 12 year olds and Pony League, ages 13 - 15 . Information on the Van Wert Youth Baseball can be found at their website  www.vwyb.com

 

Softball     

The Van Wert Fast Pitch Softball Association offers girls ages 9 - high school the opportunity to develop their skills in fast pitch softball.   The association sponsors teams in each of the three age groups:

Sign Ups are in March Games begin end of May. Click on the Girls Softball Link for registration form. (Not a Park Department sponsored program.  VWFP uses city park facilities.)

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VWHS GIRLS SOFTBALL CLINIC

Objective of the clinic is to enhance the players skills and knowledge of throwing, fielding and hitting

Summer Softball Coaches are encouraged to attend in order to further their understanding of teaching these skills so they can advance the development of the player.

 

VAN WERT YOUTH TEAM TENNIS

The Van Wert Youth Team Tennis program is for girls and boys entering grades 1st-6th. Whether or not your child has ever held a racquet, there's a spot on the team for them.

Every player will receive; Team Uniform, foam ball, age appropriate tennis racquet, 1 year USTA Junior Membership, subscription to Bounce or SMASH Magazine, Ace's Kids Club Package including an activity book, birthday card, crazy bands, sun visor, seat band and more!

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Parental participation is necessary to the success of the program. The Midwest Team Tennis program will provide training to those parents selected as volunteer coaches.

EVERY PLAYER WILL RECEIVE

Team Uniform * Foam Ball * Age Appropriate Tennis Racquet * 1-year USTA Junior Membership * Subscription to Bounce or SMASH Magazine * Ace's Kids Club Package including an activity book, birthday card, crazy bands, sun visor, sweat band and more!!

 

 

Soccer

Little Kickers: A six week instructional program for youth 3 & 4 years of age. Registration is required and runs from  May to June.

Upward Soccer: The Parks Department is partnering with Trinity United Methodist to bring you Upward Soccer. Forms available at the Church, 220 S. Walnut St. or the Jubilee Park Office. Teams will be placed in their appropriate age category with teams formed for Pre-K through 12th Grade Boys/Girls. All participants must attend an evaluation to be placed on a team.

                    Saturday, March 26th   9AM-12 NOON                Monday, March 28th   5PM-8PM

GOLF CLINIC

Never Golfed before? Would you like to learn? The Van Wert Parks Dept along with the Hickory Sticks Golf Course will be offering a one day Golf Clinic this summer. Learn from the Hickory Sticks Golf Pro the basics of the game; hitting, driving and putting. If you are just a beginner this is a great opportunity to fine tune your skills. Ages for  youth are 7-14 .

Call the Jubilee Park Office to Register  419-238-9121

CHILDREN'S GARDEN PROGRAMS "thru the eyes of a child"

 The program curriculum has been expanded in 2011.  The Van Wert Master Gardeners have so much fun and excitement  planned for kids at the Children's Garden this summer. There are various educational and just enjoyable programs planned. All programs are for kids ages 3-11. We ask that you Please Register by calling the Park Office at 419-238-9121 for ALL programs that will be held at the Children's Garden

"Children's Garden Story Time"

Join us for the Children's Garden story time. Pooh's 100 Aker Woods "Thoughtful Spot" will be the place that we will enter into a world of adventure.  Held the 2nd Tuesday of the Month.

DATES:     June 14        July 12        Aug 9

TIME:        1-1:45PM

FEE:            FREE

"The Children's Garden Game Day"

We invite you out to play!!! Various activities are planned to put you in motion. Held the 4th Tuesday of the Month.

DATES:    June 28    July 26

TIME:        10AM-11AM

FEE:            FREE

"SOW & REAP"

Observe first hand how to prepare and plant  your own garden. Seed, soil and containers will be provided to enable the junior gardener develop their garden skills.

DATE:        June 16

TIME:        10AM-11AM

FEE:            $5

"SUN MAGIC"

Come and discover the fascinating concepts of the SUN. Learn how the sun is used to tell time, the benefits to plant life and so much more!!!

DATE:        July 21

TIME:        10AM-11AM

FEE:            $5

"TASTE & TELL"

The top of nutrition will be shared in a great tasting way.  So, bring your taste buds to the garden and tell us what  you like!!!

DATE:        Aug 18

TIME:        10AM-11AM

FEE:            $5

 

NFL FLAG FOOTBALL

The NFL Flag Football program is for youth ages 5-10.  The Van Wert Parks and Recreation Department will be offering  three age groups this fall; 5-6, 7-8 and 9-10.  The 5-6 and 9-10 will play Tuesday evenings and the 7-8 will play Thursday evenings.  All games will be played at Smiley Park.  This program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in non-contact continuous action while learning lessons in team work.

Registration begins July 11th. Must be registered by Aug 5th. Games will begin the week of September 5th .

Fee $35 (Each participant will receive a reversible NFL Flag Football Jersey, flag belt and special award at the end of the season.)

Three ways to register:

Registration can be done on line HOWEVER......ALL Fees Must be Paid at the Jubilee Park Office this year

 

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