SPORT SAMPLER GRADES 1-3

Preparation

• Always wear gym shoes and dress in layers.
• Bring a water bottle to practice.

 What to do on practice days

• At 3:30pm, exit the classroom and leave the backpack in the cubby/locker; do NOT leave in the classroom or in the hallway.
• Go to bathroom and change and fill up water bottle (if needed)
•  Report to the gym by 3:35pm to check-in! Please do not wander the building.

Practices

• Tuesdays 3:35-5pm (8 sessions)

A Typical Practice Agenda

• Instant activity/warm-up
• Large group game(s)
• Individual skill-work practice drills and station work
• Small group work drill/scrimmage

 Sport focus:

Fall: Soccer, flag football and mini-golf

Winter: Basketball, bowling and net skills (volleyball, badminton, etc.)

Spring: Tee-Ball, soccer and track & field

Silent Dismissal

• A Sport Sampler group will be created for you in Silent Dismissal.  YOU are responsible for putting your child on the list.

Check out 5pm!

•  You will check out with the instructor BEFORE taking your child with you.

Athlete Behavior Expectations

• Respectful to all (peers, coaches and equipment).
• Manage physical & social behavior: no throwing grass or hanging on nets; no pushing, tripping, hitting or wrestling others; no unkind words. HEART SAFE, BODY SAFE!
• Athletes will work hard at practice and help manage equipment (help pick up at end of practice).