Heart of the City to host summer soccer program in Waukegan for 4-5 year-olds
(Waukegan, IL): Heart of the City invites boys and girls born in 2014-2015 to discover the fun of soccer in Adventure Soccer Academy, a five-week program for young beginners looking to get an early start in an encouraging, low-key environment.
The program will run on Saturdays from June 15 through July 20, 10-11 a.m. at the Waukegan SportsPark Turf Field (no sessions the week of July 4th).
Sessions involve themed adventure games such as Red Light Green Light, Around the World, Disney Characters, Sharks and Minnows, Pac Man, and more, as well as skill-based lessons.
The focus will be on developing muscle memory, socializing with other kids, learning how to kick, dribble and score goals, and most of all, for everyone to have a fun, positive experience.
Total cost for the program is $25 and includes a free t-shirt. Adventure Soccer Academy is led by the enthusiastic and professional coaching staff at Heart of the City who are United States Soccer Federation (USSF) certified.
To register, please contact our Program Office at 847-672-9732, vashon@hotcsoccer.org, during normal business hours, 9-5 p.m. Limited spaces available--register by June 5 to reserve your player's spot. Note: Waukegan SportsPark charges a $5 entrance fee to the parks on weekends.
About Heart of the City
Founded in 2014 by community members, nonprofit organization Heart of the City provides an opportunity for youth in Lake County to participate in recreational and competitive soccer activities. We believe that all youth should have access to high-quality sports programs and to academic learning opportunities. As a result, we endeavor to teach our players to be competitive on the field, successful in their school and productive in their community. To learn more, email info@heartofthecitysports.org, connect with us on Facebook @heartofthecitysports, or visit www.heartofthecitysports.org.