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AGES 3-8
ASC – Lil’ Laxer Program
Held at the ASC Training Center - 425 E. Pinnacle Peak Road, Phoenix, AZ 85024
Overview
The Lil’ Laxer Youth Lacrosse Program is designed to teach children (Age 3-8 years) Lacrosse by breaking down the basics of the game in a fun and exciting way! Each class mixes skill specific activities as well as an opportunity for children to burn some energy!
Using age appropriate mini lacrosse sticks instructors teach children how to scoop, cradle, and shoot as well as offensive and defensive strategies including shapes, colors, numbers with a variety of skills, drill and interactive games. Our youth lacrosse programs are NON-CONTACT, so children are able to learn the basic skills without having to worry about wearing a ton of equipment!
Class Descriptions
Age 3-4 years(nursery school, preschool or child approaching 5)
"Almost Independent Learner"; children ready for organized play, whole group instruction with tons of fun.
Occasionally, a 3-4 year old child may be shy or in need of parent support for the first few classes. It is perfectly fine for you to join your child in the class to help him or her adjust. We suggest that children be no younger than 3 years old when they begin the program-- we base that on cognitive & motor development milestones. That said, it all depends on the individual child and what they are able to handle in a group situation. If he or she is in preschool and used to group play and can follow instruction then they are ready to join us! We want both you and your child to be pleased with our program and to have a great time. We focus on all basic Lacrosse skills; cradling, scooping, shooting all done with a variety of fun games & drills.
Age 5-6 years(kindergarten & early 1st graders)
"Independent Learner"; children in first year of elementary school that are used to a more formal atmosphere of instruction-- sessions will have a mix of group instruction & small team drills. Focus is on developing the skills of the game such as cradling, scooping, shooting , ball control, some passing and receiving of the ball, defense, overall fitness as well an introduction to "Team" concepts. Fun, skill development games are played!
Age 6-8 years(1st, 2nd & very early 3rd grade)
"Milestone Learner"; school-aged children who are independent learners and used to group instruction. All levels are welcome to attend and will be grouped accordingly. Session includes a variety of team instruction, small group drills as well as differentiated coaching. Emphasis is on proper individual skill development, participating in more challenging drills, playing age appropriate games and learning "TEAM" concepts. Continued practice of fundamental skills --cradling, scooping, shooting, advanced ball control, catching & passing, dodging & defense will be incorporated in each week's lesson.
