Batavia Park District Athletic Programs emphasize skill mastery, individual improvement, fundamentals, and of course, FUN! A variety of classes are offered for all ages and skill levels. Sports offered include basketball, softball, tennis, golf, kubb, lacrosse, baseball, volleyball, pickleball, and more! Click the tabs below to learn more.
For more information, contact Nathaniel Jarosz at 630-406-5282 or nathanielj@bataviaparks.org.
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Get into the game rather than sitting on the sidelines! The Batavia Park District offers a variety of sports classes for individuals ages 18 and older. From volleyball leagues to martial arts and tennis, you're sure to find your next hobby here at the Batavia Park District!
All Star Sports is a fun, exciting, and entertaining coaching organization bringing a professional level of youth sports programs to local park districts. The instructors believe in passing on the knowledge and skills they have learned from playing and coaching by providing a fun, safe, and structured learning environment. All the coaches are trained professionals and are dedicated to the philosophy of having fun while helping children develop a love for athletics.
*Classes do not meet on Monday, July 4.
Want to wield a sword? Enjoy competitive fun safely without 'fighting.' This class offers students the basic understanding of attack and defense in fencing. Family members receive a 50% discount when registering together.
Fencing is a sport that already practices social distancing! However, in an abundance of caution and to prevent the spread of COVID-19, fencers will now be asked to either purchase or rent a set of equipment for the season. To rent equipment, please contact Fencing Sports Club at 630-678-0035 to share body size. You can pick up your equipment during the first class session. If you are interested in purchasing equipment, Fencing Sports Club can help direct you to Blue Gauntlet.
Pickleball Open Gym
Wednesdays from 7:00-9:00 pm in the Civic Center Gym
Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays from 1:00-4:00 pm in the Civic Center Gym
Join the exciting sport of pickleball during open gym hours this season! There is a $3 drop-in fee or you may choose to purchase a 10-punch pass for $27. Some minimal equipment will be provided, but you're encouraged to bring your own.
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Illinois Shotokan Karate Club is the Chicago metropolitan area's premier karate school and is taught under the instruction of John DiPasquale, a four-time National Champion, US National Coach and President of the US National Karate Federation. ISKC's karate classes help develop flexibility, strength, and coordination in fun, yet disciplined activities. Check out the array of Karate classes available for 4 year-olds through adults! Classes are offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in St Charles, Geneva, and Batavia. Sign up quickly because spots fill up!
We offer Shotokan Pre-Karate and Shotokan Karate.
Batavia Softball Leagues provide a practical and positive experience for players in a competitive environment. For more information about the Summer-Fall sessions, please email Athletic Supervisor Nathaniel Jarosz at nathanielj@bataviaparks.org.
| Program Name | Age | Days | Dates | Time | Location | Fee | Register |
| 6U Girls Softball League | Ages 5-6 | F | 08/19-10/14 | 5:30-7:00 pm | Memorial Park | $77 | 461501-1A |
| 8U Girls Softball League | 7-8 | M-Sa | 08/08-10/22 | Varies | Varies | $104 | 461500-1A |
| 10U Girls Softball League | 9-10 | M-Sa | 08/08-10/22 |
Varies | Varies | $104 | 461500-1B |
| 12U Girls Softball League | 11-12 | M-Sa | 08/08-10/22 |
Varies | Varies | $104 | 461500-1C |
| 14U Girls Softball League | 13-14 | M-Sa | 08/08-10/22 |
Varies | Varies | $104 | 461500-1D |
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Players will develop agility, balance, basic movement patterns, forehand and backhand groundstrokes, serves, returns, volleys, court positioning, and scoring. Ages 4-7.
Batavia Travel Softball provides a practical and positive experience for players in a competitive environment. We have teams at the 12U, 14U, and 16U level. Teams play and practice year round and are involved in games and tournaments in the fall and spring/summer seasons. Tryouts have concluded. For more information, please email Athletic Supervisor Nathaniel Jarosz at nathanielj@bataviaparks.org.
2021-2022 Travel Softball Team
| Description | Date | Times | Days | Location | Fee | Register |
| 12U Travel Softball | 08/01/2021-07/31/2022 | Varies | Su-Sa | Prairie & Lathem Park | $900 | 461510-2A |
| 14U Travel Softball | 08/01/2021-07/31/2022 |
Varies | Sun-Sa | Prairie & Lathem Park |
$900 | 461510-2B |
We welcome, and count on, volunteer coaches for our youth sports programs, such as Travel Softball and Batavia Youth Football. If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please call 630-406-5282.
