Lil Sluggers Baseball Classes

When you’re little, there’s a lot to learn. And learning is easier when you’re having fun. Which is why Sports Center of Richmond is proud to partner with Lil’ Sluggers to offer a truly special program for Kids ages 2 to 5. Sure your child will be learning how to play baseball, but more importantly, he or she will be learning how to play well with others. We focus on true child development. SCOR’s Lil’ Sluggers program helps kids become confident, well-balanced, and happy with their performance. We want kids to love life. Baseball just happens to be part of it

JOIN ANYTIME! MIDWEEK & WEEKEND CLASSES AVAILABLE!

Spring Session: Tuesday March 20th- Saturday May 19th, 9 Inning (week) session!
Just $139.50 per player ($15.50 per class)

Opening Day (Class Schedule) – Spring Session Schedule now available (PDF)
Batter Up (Registration) – Log in and register through SCOR MySam)
Play Ball (Class Description) – see below!

Summer Lil' Sluggers Session is almost here! Sign up now!

Summer Session: Tuesday June 5th - Saturday August 25th. (11 Week Session!) Just $170.50 per player ($15.50 per class)

Click here to download the Summer Lil' Sluggers Schedule now!

To get your child involved in this wonderful program, contact our Lil’ Sluggers Directors, Joe Graham or Tyler Pardue at 804-257-7267 or email lilsluggers@scor-richmond.com

All Lil Slugger participants will automatically be registered into The Richmond Flying Squirrels "Squirrel Tails Kid's Club" For more information on the Squirrel Tails Kids Club click here

 

Lil Sluggers Class Overview:

• The program has small class sizes, maximum 6 or 7 students per class.
• We do private group classes Contact lilsluggers@scor-richmond.com to set up a group class.
• Parent participation is required for 2 year old classes. Parent facilitation is required for 3 year old classes.  For  4 and 5 year olds, parents are welcome to assist their child until they become comfortable with the instructor.
• Most classes are held indoors.
• Each Lil Sluggers class lasts 45 minutes.
• No equipment is necessary for 2 and 3 year olds. For 4 and 5 year olds baseball gloves are recommended.
• All other equipment is provided. For safety reasons, wiffle balls and bats are used for classes.
• Lil Sluggers offers no-obligation trial class to ensure readiness for the program.
• Make-up classes are available, but based on availability. Contact lilsluggers@scor-richmond.com for more information
• Please note: Classes are not drop-off, a parent/guardian must be on-site during the class.

Lil Sluggers Class Descriptions and Objectives:

2 Year Olds - Mascots (parent/caregiver participation)
The Mascots curriculum is designed to have the children begin their baseball experience in a fun environment that also introduces simple basics of the game.

Objectives:

• Simple base running and base recognition.
• Hitting; holding the bat properly, focusing on making contact with the ball off of a tee.
• Throwing in an overhand motion.
• Fielding, with emphasis on using two hands and not falling down.
• Fitness and agility.
• Improved hand/eye coordination.
• An introduction to social skills such as following simple instructions and taking turns.

3 Year Olds - Minors (with parent/caregiver participation as needed)
The Minors curriculum is designed to have the children continue their baseball experience in a fun environment that also reinforces the fundamentals of the game.

Objectives:

• Simple base running and base recognition.
• Hitting, focusing on proper stance and level swing to make contact with the ball off the tee.   Introduction to hitting from a pitch.
• Throwing…point, step, and throw with proper motion and aim.
• Fielding, with emphasis on using two hands, staying in front of the ball and not falling down.
• Improved hand/eye coordination.
• Understanding straightforward game situations, such as throwing a player out.
• Fitness and agility.
• Advancement of social skills such as following instructions, taking turns and teamwork.

4 Year Olds - Majors
The Majors curriculum expands on the skills learned in the 3 year old program, with slightly more technical instruction and game situations.

Objectives:

• Proper base running and sliding techniques.
• Hitting, focusing on proper stance, level swing, and follow through off the tee.  Begin hitting from a pitch by the coach.
• Throwing…point, step, and throw with proper motion for distance and accuracy.
• Fielding, with emphasis on using two hands, staying in front of the ball.
• Catching pop flies with two hands.
• Learning various offensive and defensive game situations
• Fitness and agility

5 Year Olds - Hall of Famers
The Hall of Famers curriculum is designed to have the children continue improving their fundamentals skills while preparing them for their next level of participation, organized tee-ball.

Objectives:

• Base recognition and proper base running techniques.
• Five steps of hitting with focus on proper form including full swing and hip rotation.
• Correct throwing mechanics emphasizing accuracy and distance.
• Proper fielding technique, keeping their body in front of the ball.
• Using the baseball glove for fielding of line drives and pop fly catches.
• Teamwork.
• Game situations.
• Fitness and agility.