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Recreation
Links:
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)
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
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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 skill 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.
Read an Alphabet Academy
Testimonial
(17 KB)
Ages:
3-5 Years
Program offered at the
Nichols Community Center
For more information:
parksnrec@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
For more information:
parksnrec@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:
parksnrec@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 take the
field against another team during the last 20
minutes. Each player will receive a t-shirt. 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
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:
parksnrec@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:
parksnrec@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:
parksnrec@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
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
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
Little Hitters
Tennis 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.
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
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 are tested
throwing strikes to a designated target.
Hitting - Allows the youngster to hit a ball
from a stationary tee for accuracy.
Running - The individuals are timed, starting
at second base, touching third then home.
Ages:
7-14
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
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.
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
10, 12,
14, 16 and 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
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!
For more information: Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
Dodgeball
- Think you're 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:
parksnrec@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.
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.
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.
For more information: Todd Strubhart
tstrubhart@belleville.net
Musicians can contact: Debbie Belleville
dbelleville@belleville.net
Day
Trips
Senior Aerobics
Come join
our instructor,
for a low impact work
out. We 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:
parksnrec@belleville.net
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