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Young Athletes is a fun way for children to stay active and establish healthy habits for the future. It is important to teach children healthy habits while they are young. This can set the stage for a life of physical activity, friendships and learning. Through Young Athletes, all children, their families and people in the community can be a part of an inclusive team.

Resources

Weekly Resource Guides

Our Young Athletes In The Community Program is the perfect sport and play program to participate in during organized play. Use the lesson plans found here to be guided through six weeks of activities promoting gross motor skill development.

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 1 – Foundational Skills Content

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 1 Foundational skills help children become aware of...

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 2 – Walking and Running Content

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 2 Walking and running are skills that allow...

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 3 – Jumping and Balance Content

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 3 Good balance is important for many activities...

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 4 – Trapping and Catching Content

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 4 The ability to catch and throw a ball often reflects how...

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 5 – Throwing Content

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 5 The ability to catch and throw a ball often reflects how...

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 6 – Striking Content

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 6 Striking mean hitting a ball or object...

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 7 – Kicking

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 7 Kicking describes when an object is hit...

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 8 – Review of Skills as Sports

Young Athletes In-Communities: Lesson 8 Advanced sports-specific skills require children to use...

Additional Resources

Young Athletes Registration Form

Wanting to participate in the Young Athletes In-Communities Program? Make sure to...

Emergency Care Refusal Form

Wanting to participate in the Young Athletes In-Communities Program? Make sure to...

Young Athletes Flyer

Want to bring Young Athletes into your community?! Use this flyer to...

Modifications & Adaptations

Consider the following suggestions when planning the Young Athletes Program sessions: Download...

We are always looking to bring the Young Athletes In-Communities Program to different parts of the state. If you are interested in getting involved please contact, YoungAthletes@somd.org!