The Benefits of Summer Sports Camps

Looking for some reasons to join a Legacy Sports Summer Camp? Our Summer sports camps offer numerous benefits for kids.

  1. Physical Fitness: Sports camps provide an excellent opportunity for kids to engage in physical activities and develop their fitness levels. Regular participation in sports helps improve cardiovascular health, motor skills, coordination, and overall physical well-being.

  2. Skill Development: Sports camps focus on specific sports or activities, allowing children to develop their skills and techniques under the guidance of experienced coaches. They can learn the fundamentals, refine their techniques, and enhance their overall proficiency in a particular sport.

  3. Teamwork and Social Skills: Participating in a sports camp involves working with other children towards a common goal. Through team-based activities, kids learn the value of teamwork, cooperation, communication, and collaboration. These experiences contribute to the development of social skills and the ability to work effectively with others.

  4. Discipline and Time Management: Sports camps often have structured schedules and training programs. By adhering to a routine and following instructions from coaches, children learn discipline and time management skills. They understand the importance of punctuality, commitment, and balancing their time between sports, academics, and other activities.

  5. Confidence Building: As kids develop their skills and see improvement over time, their self-confidence grows. Participating in sports camps allows children to set goals, overcome challenges, and experience personal achievements. This boosts their self-esteem and provides a sense of accomplishment.

  6. Healthy Competition: Sports camps create a healthy competitive environment where kids can learn to compete with fairness, respect rules, and handle success or failure gracefully. They develop sportsmanship qualities, such as good conduct, respect for opponents, and the ability to cope with both victory and defeat.

  7. Exposure to New Sports: Summer sports camps often introduce children to a variety of sports they may not have tried before. This exposure allows kids to explore different activities and discover new interests or talents they may have. It broadens their horizons and helps them make informed decisions about their future athletic pursuits.

  8. Enjoyment and Recreation: Sports camps offer a fun and enjoyable environment for kids to engage in physical activities during the summer break. It allows them to connect with like-minded peers who share their interests, fostering friendships and positive social interactions.

Overall, summer sports camps provide a holistic experience that combines physical fitness, skill development, teamwork, socialization, and personal growth. They offer a structured and supportive environment where children can thrive, learn valuable life lessons, and have a memorable summer filled with sports and fun. See what camp opportunities we have for your child this summer, view our Legacy Summer Camps here.

Ring in 2018 With Baseball & Basketball Camps!

It's time to welcome in 2018 by joining any of our upcoming baseball and basketball camps! 

One Day Basketball Camps

One Day Basketball Camps run 5:00-6:30 at Lincoln Elementary School in Oak Park (1111 Grove Ave.) on Mondays & Wednesdays. Camps open to boys/girls in grades 4-7.  Each day the players will be led in drills, contests and games to create a more fundamentally sound basketball player.

Dates: January 8, 10, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 (No session on 1/15)

Register Here

OPYBS and RFYB League Training

We are thrilled to be heading up the off-season workouts for both Oak Park & River Forest. For more details on what we are offering, select from your League's link below:

OPYBS - Oak Park Youth Baseball

RFYB - River Forest youth Baseball