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Recreation
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Early Childhood Activities
Youth Activities & Leagues
Adult Activities & Leagues
Senior Adult Activities
Tour De Belleville
Documents:
(All documents are in PDF file format)
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Athletic
Program Evaluation Form (PDF, 32 KB)
Baseball /
Softball Waiver (PDF, 16 KB)
Employee/Volunteer Background Evaluation Form
and Disqualifier Info. (PDF, 52 KB)
General Program
Waiver (PDF, 18 KB)
Forms - Girls ASA
Fastpitch League
Pickup Player Form
(61 KB)
Registration - Illinois ASA
(4 KB)
Championship Roster Form
(78 KB)
Travel Permit Form
(135 KB)
National Entry Form
(275 KB)
2008 ASA Information Packet -
Revised 12/10/07
(56 KB)
Early
Childhood Activities:
 Calls From
Santa
- Receive a special "Call from Santa" for children
ages 3, 4, 5, & 6. The Downtown Belleville
Optimist, Westside Optimist, Belleville Jaycees and
Telephone Pioneers will be making calls in
December. Forms may be obtained from the Parks &
Recreation Office, City Hall or through issues in
the Belleville News Democrat.
Ages:
3-6 Years
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
 Alphabet
Academy -
The
Belleville Parks & Recreation Department sponsors a
quality early childhood experience for your child,
socially, emotionally, physically, and
intellectually at the Nichols Community Center.
Children are involved in hands-on learning through
fine and large motor activities, dramatic play and
creative arts, science, math and
language experiences, cooking, and more. The
program provides a stimulating learning atmosphere
in large, well-equipped rooms and focuses on
age-appropriate development of social, emotional,
physical and intellectual skills.
Ages:
3-5 Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
For more information:
Deitt Kania
dkania@belleville.net
Kiddie Camp
- Camp PeeWee is a summer Camp for children ages 3-5
years old during the month of June. It features
weekly themes and daily activities including arts
and crafts, story time, finger plays, songs, outdoor
games and supervised free play. A mid-morning snack
will be scheduled. Children will bring a sack lunch
to eat at noon. Camp PeeWee is held in the
"air-conditioned" facility at the Nichols Community
Center.
Ages:
3-5 Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
2008 Kiddie Camp Registration Form
(193 KB)
For more information:
Deitt Kania
dkania@belleville.net
Kids in Action
& Tots in Motion
- These age appropriate programs allow children to
participate in a variety of activities including
sports, games, gymnastics, creative movement, while
acquiring better hand eye coordination, balance
agility, sports skills and self esteem.
Kids in Action
Ages: 3-6
Years
Tots in Motion
Ages:
12-36 Months
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
For more information:
Deitt Kania
dkania@belleville.net
Little Kickers Soccer - is a
non-competitive, co-recreational approach to
teaching safe soccer to pre-school age children.
Teams consist of a maximum of 9 players. Each
team will practice for the first 25 minutes and then
will bat and field against another team during the
last 20 minutes. All players will receive a
T-shirt and Safety Ball. This is a parent
participation program. Parents/Guardians will be
required to assist their child on the field.
Ages: 3-5 Years
Program offered at Laderman Park
Little Sluggers T-Ball - is a
non-competitive, co-recreational approach to
teaching safe baseball to pre-school age children.
Teams consist of a maximum of 9 players. Each
team will practice for the first 25 minutes and then
will bat and field against another team during the
last 20 minutes. All players will receive a
T-shirt and Safety Ball. This is a parent
participation program.
Ages: 3-5 Years
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
NCC Storytime
- Story time begins with a unique journey through a
book followed by an interactive craft to correlate
with the story.
Ages:
3-5 Years
2008 Little Sluggers & Youth Baseball
Combination Registration Form (43 KB)
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
Paint, Paste,
& Play
- This is a hands-on arts and crafts class for the
independent active child. Paint, paste, cut, and
glue...we'll do it all. Children will sing songs
and listen to music while they create masterpieces.
Ages:
3-7 Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
For more information:
Deitt Kania
dkania@belleville.net
Stay & Play
- Join the NCC staff for an afternoon of fun,
friends and crafts. This program immediately
follows the Alphabet Academy sessions.
Ages:
3-5 Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
Tiny Tots
Tumble Time
- Come learn tumbling basics at the Nichols
Community Center. This class will work on your
child's coordination and flexibility with stretching
and basic tumbling moves.
Ages:
3-6 Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
For more information:
Deitt Kania
dkania@belleville.net
Toddler Time
- Mom, Dad, or caregivers join us monthly at the
Nichols Community Center for interactive activities
including; gym time, early art experience, story
time, and snacks.
Ages:
12-36 Months
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
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Youth
Activities and Leagues:
American Red
Cross Babysitting
- Participants will obtain the knowledge, skills,
and confidence to care for infants through school
aged children. Training will cover injury, illness,
prevention, basic childcare, decision-making and age
appropriate behavior. Participants will receive a
handbook and American Red Cross Certificate.
Ages:
11+ Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
For more information: Rich Wilson
rwilson@belleville.net
 Camp
Quackers
- Camp Quackers, is an entertaining nine-week summer
day camp program, that takes full advantage of the
lush, green terrain of Bellevue Park. The historic
Stone Lodge is the headquarters for the camp.
The wide variety of activities scheduled for the
day-campers includes physical, educational and
social events, plus arts and craft project. Parents
and guardians can rest easy because child safety is
our primary concern.
Grades:
K - 6th
Camp Quackers Information & Registration
Form
2008 (681 KB)
For more information: Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
Escape School
- The Nichols Community Center offers an important
community service program for any child that is able
to understand the material presented. Nationally
Certified Instructors will teach your children
techniques to be "smart, not scared" if ever in an
abduction situation. Parents are encouraged to
attend.
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
Catch and
Release: "Free" Fishing Derby
- The Belleville Parks & Recreation Department offer this
FREE event at the lake in Bellevue Park. This
Derby
is open to youngsters' 4-12 years of age with
participants placed in groups according to age.
Prizes and refreshments will be available to all.
Ages:
4-12 Years
Fishing Derby Informational
Flyer
2008 (279 KB)
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
From Tee to
the Green, Golf Clinic
- The Tee to the Green Golf Clinic is a
comprehensive youth golf program designed for
recreation agencies. Through its introductory
clinics and on-course training programs, the Tee to
the Green Clinic gives kids a complete introduction
to this game through the week long program.
Youngsters who are between the ages of 7-15 and have
never played golf are eligible to participate.
Incorporated with hands-on-instruction these clinics
provide special talks on golf course maintenance,
rules & etiquette, drug and alcohol awareness to
give the participants a complete life skills
experience.
Ages:
7-15 Years
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
 Karate
- Train for the five selves: Self-Discipline,
Self-Confidence, Self-Esteem, Self-Respect, &
Self-Defense. Our skilled instructor from the
Okinawan Karate Academy will develop your child's
agility, strength, poise and coordination.
Ages:
4+ Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
Messy Kids
- If you've ever wanted to play in the mud or sand
but your mom wouldn't let you, here's your chance to
show your messy side! Come prepared in old clothes
to do messy crafts.
Ages:
6-10 Years
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
 Metro
East Tennis Camp
- The Metro East Tennis Camp begins in early June
and runs through mid July. The camp is divided
into several different age groups, registration fees
vary for each individual group. The camp
director is Dan Skaer; Head boys & girls' tennis
coach at Belleville East. The tennis
instructors are various high school coaches and
ex-college players.
Little Hitters Classes (Grades K-3) are held
on Monday & Wednesday. This is an introduction
to the game of tennis through fun games that will
improve their hand-eye coordination, racquet handing
skills and the basic tennis strokes.
The
Junior & High School Development Classes (Grades
4-7) Mondays and Wednesdays players will be
taught in small groups. They will learn all
the basic shots, how to keep score, and how to play
singles and doubles. Match play and
Competitive Games will be played on Tuesdays.
Students will also work on improving their overall
Tennis skills. Players will be grouped
according to their ability.
Grades:
K-12th
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
2008 Metro East Tennis Camp Registration Form (188 KB)
Pitch, Hit & Run
- Pepsi Major League Baseball PITCH, HIT & RUN
provides youngsters across the country the
opportunity to participate in an exciting baseball
skills competition. Pitch, Hit & Run is a FREE
national program that gives boys and girls, ages
7-14, the chance to showcase their baseball
abilities. PITCH, HIT & RUN is intended to
encourage youth participation and emphasize the fun
element of baseball. This program gives all
youngsters the opportunity to pick up a bat and ball
and try our national pastime, because there is no
cost for competing. Boys and girls compete
together in four age groups...
Pitching - The participants is tested
throwing strikes to a designated target.
Hitting - Allows the youngster to hit a ball
from a stationary tee for accuracy.
Running - The individuals is timed, starting
at second base, touching third then home.
Ages:
7-14
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
2008 Pitch, Hit & Run
Information & Registration Form (222 KB)
Youth Leagues:
 Basketball
- This program provides the 5th and 6th grade youth
the opportunity to learn to play basketball in a
structured setting. Sportsmanship is
strongly emphasized. League play starts in
October. Teams are formed through the Parks and
Recreation Department. Volunteer coaches are
sought out for this sport each year.
Grades:
5th-6th
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
Volleyball
- This program provides the 5th and 6th grade girls
the opportunity to learn to play volleyball in a
structured setting. This is a team sport which
emphasizes the social, mental and physical
well-being of each child. League play starts in
September and ends in October. Teams are formed
through the Parks and Recreation Department.
Volunteer coaches are sought out for this sport each
year.
Grades:
5th-6th
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
 Baseball
- The Youth Baseball Program, for boys and girls
ages 5-18, is designed to introduce your child to an
organized sport at a comfortable level. Volunteer
coaches are sought out for this sport each year.
Belleville Police T-Ball
League (K - 2nd Grade) is played by hitting a
baseball from a stationary tee (no pitching).
Coaches are permitted on the field during the game
to teach catching and fielding fundamentals.
Belleville Police Robat
League (3rd & 4th Grade) introduces players to a
pitching machine, which ensures accurate pitching,
enabling players to develop hitting skills without
dodging erratic pitches. Fielding skills are
developed further in this league
Optimist
League (5th & 6th Grade) players begin playing
"Regular Rules" games. Progressing through the
Jaycee League (7th & 8th Grade) and
High School League (9th-12th
Grade) League provides a further skill building
opportunity and the means for your child to enjoy
baseball for years to come.
2008 Little Sluggers & Youth Baseball
Combination Registration Form (43 KB)
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
 A.S.A.
Fastpitch Softball
- The Belleville Parks and Recreation Department
have made an investment in the future of fast pitch
softball in the metro-east area with its growing 12,
14, 16, 18 and under fast pitch program. This
program is helping to develop the interest skills
and desire of a new generation of softball players.
These ladies will learn physical and social
skills necessary to excel individually and
ultimately ensure the continual growth of the
report. The Girls A.S.A. emphasizes fun and
provides a great exchange of fellowship,
sportsmanship, and the important feeling of
belonging. Spring games are played in May, June and
July at Laderman and Southside Park. Fall Games are
played in September, October and November at
Laderman Park.
Ages:
12-18 Years
2008 ASA Information Packet
(56 KB)
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
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Adult
Activities and Leagues:
Co-Rec. &
Men's Slo-Pitch Softball
- Play slo-pitch softball under the lights at
Citizens Park. Summer leagues start in April. The
fall leagues are also available, starting in
September. Whether you want to get in shape, stay
in shape or are just a fan, come out and meet new
friends and enjoy the action!
Fall 2008 Softball Flyer -
Citizen's Park
(55 KB)
Fall 2008 Co-Rec Softball
Packet - Citizen's Park (53 KB)
Fall 2008 Men's Softball
Packet - Citizen's Park (53 KB)
For more information: Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
Co-Rec Wiffleball League
Don't let the cold
weather get your
baseball skills rusty!
Sign up for our 3 on 3
whiffleball league.
Games will be played at
the Nichols Community
Center. Teams will
play for six weeks, and
games will be 5 inning
in length.
Program offered at the
Nichols Community Center
Dodgeball
- Think your quick? This program is so much fun,
you don't even know you are exercising!
Program offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
For more information: Rich Wilson
rwilson@belleville.net
Men's
Basketball
- Recreation Basketball offered in a novice and open
division. Gather and let's hoop-it-up. Roster
information packets are available now. Leagues
start in September and January. Rosters for this
new league are accepted on a
"First-Come-First-Serve" basis.
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
Volleyball
- Anyway You Like It! We have Women's, Co-Rec. and
Recreational Volleyball leagues, indoor in the fall
and winter. Your team can be a part of this fun
filled recreation activity. Minimum age for
participants is 14.
Fall 2008 Co-Rec & Women's
Volleyball Flyer (125 KB)
Fall 2008 Co-Rec & Women's
Volleyball Packet
(61 KB)
For more information: Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
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Senior
Adult Activities:
Essence Big Band Dance Classes - Bring a partner OR
come solo and join instructor - Becky Kern as she
gets you movin' to the beats of the 30's, 40's, 50's
and 60's! Get your friends together and learn
some new moves or brush up on the old ones.
Big Band Dance Flyer
(pdf 140KB)
Or for more information contact:
Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
 Concerts
in the Park
- A summer concert series is enjoyed by all on
Thursday evenings in Bellevue Park during June &
July. Pack up the family and bring along a blanket
or lawn chair and enjoy some of your favorite tunes
and a summer's evening outdoors. A dance floor is
available for those wanting to dance.
2008 Summer Concert Series
(PDF, 1.34 MB)
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
Musicians can contact: Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
 Concerts
on the Square
- There's "Music in the Square", right in the heart
of Belleville, accompanied by the soothing water
sculpture and colorful lights of the Veterans'
Memorial Fountain, every Monday evening in June and
July. Bring your lawn chair and let the gentle
summer breezes and beautiful sounds provide a
tranquil ending to your hot and hectic Mondays.
2008 Summer Concert Series
(PDF, 1.34 MB)
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
Musicians can contact: Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
Day Trips
Senior Aerobics
Come join Maryl West,
our resident instructor,
for a low impact work
out. Maryl will
work your muscles at
just the right pace, not
too slow but not too
fast. If you've
got the energy, then
we've got the class for
you!
Program Offered at the
Nichols
Community Center
Ages: 55+
For more information:
Deitt Kania
dkania@belleville.net
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