Sports, Fitness and Recreation

Sports, Fitness & Recreation Programs

Engagement. Teamwork. Dedication. These aren’t just words — they’re lessons our youth live every day. Through our sports, fitness and recreation programs, kids build confidence, set goals and discover what it means to push beyond limits — one game, one practice, one win at a time.

Camps/Clinics at the Club

At the Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh, we periodically offer Camps and Clinics for Club members throughout the year. These special opportunities give youth a chance to learn new skills, stay active, and have fun!

We partner with a variety of organizations to bring these experiences to life, including:

  • Badger Region Volleyball Association
  • United States Tennis Association Midwest
  • University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh
  • Lawrence University
  • NFL Alumni
  • Local businesses and sports organizations

Keep an eye on our social media pages for updates on upcoming Camps and Clinics — you won’t want to miss them!

Little Brewers Baseball

Little Brewers Baseball is the perfect first experience for young athletes ready to step up to the plate. This fun, supportive program introduces kids to the basics of baseball while building confidence and teamwork along the way.

Program Highlights:

  • Skill Development: Participants learn the fundamentals of throwing, catching, hitting and base running.
  • Interactive Learning: Each session combines engaging drills with game-based activities to make learning fun.
  • Teamwork and Confidence: Coaches emphasize collaboration, sportsmanship and self-confidence.
  • Research-Based Coaching: Our dedicated staff use modern youth development methods to create a positive and encouraging environment.
  • Summer Exclusive: Offered only during summer programming, providing a great way for kids to stay active and build new skills.

Little Brewers Baseball strikes the right balance between skill development and play, helping participants grow physically, gain confidence, and develop a lifelong love for the game.

Club Tennis: Radford

The Radford Tennis Program introduces young athletes to the sport of tennis through fun, age-appropriate instruction and play. Drawing from USTA Youth programming, each session combines engaging drills and interactive games that teach the fundamentals of serving, rallying, footwork and scoring in a supportive, encouraging environment.

Program Highlights:

  • Fundamental Skills: Participants learn the core techniques of serving, rallying, footwork and scoring.
  • Interactive Learning: Sessions include fun, game-based activities designed to keep players active and engaged.
  • Positive Environment: Coaches focus on creating a supportive space that encourages effort, improvement and teamwork.
  • USTA-Endorsed Methods: Instruction follows proven youth development approaches endorsed by the USTA to ensure a quality learning experience.
  • Spring Program: Offered exclusively during the spring season, providing an energetic start to the year’s athletic activities.

Radford Tennis strikes the perfect balance between skill-building and enjoyment—helping participants develop coordination, confidence, and a lasting love for the game.

Club Soccer: Radford

Radford Soccer is a first-experience program designed to introduce young athletes to the world’s most popular sport. Drawing from MLS Youth programming, each session features engaging drills and age-appropriate games that teach the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Program Highlights:

  • Fundamental Skills: Players learn the essentials of dribbling, passing, shooting and working as a team.
  • Engaging Instruction: Sessions combine fun drills with interactive games to keep learning exciting and active.
  • Positive Environment: Coaches focus on encouragement, teamwork, and helping every child feel successful.
  • MLS Youth Methods: Guided by proven MLS youth development techniques to ensure quality instruction and growth.
  • Year-Round Program: Offered throughout the year, providing consistent opportunities for skill-building and play.

Radford Soccer offers the perfect mix of fun and skill development—helping kids grow physically, build confidence, and discover a lifelong passion for the game.

Little Ballers: Radford

Radford Little Ballers is a first-experience basketball program designed to introduce young athletes to the core skills of the game in a supportive and fun environment. Each session combines engaging drills and interactive games that teach passing, dribbling, shooting and teamwork while keeping players active and excited to learn.

Program Highlights:

  • Fundamental Skills: Participants develop essential basketball skills including passing, dribbling, shooting and teamwork.
  • Interactive Learning: Sessions blend skill-based drills with fun, game-style play to keep kids engaged.
  • Positive Environment: Coaches create an encouraging atmosphere where every player feels supported and motivated.
  • Research-Based Approach: Instruction is grounded in modern youth development practices to promote growth and confidence.
  • Year-Round Program: Offered throughout the year, giving kids consistent opportunities to play, learn and improve.

Radford Little Ballers offers the perfect balance of fun and skill development—helping young athletes build confidence, improve physically and develop a lifelong love for the game.

Quest Flag Football

The Quest Flag Football Program offers an energetic and engaging way for youth to learn the fundamentals of the game in a safe, non-contact environment. Each session combines interactive drills, scrimmages and athletic development activities designed to build both confidence and skill.

Program Highlights:

  • Fundamental Skills: Players learn the core techniques of passing, receiving, route running and defensive positioning.
  • Game Application: Skills are practiced and applied through scrimmages and game-like scenarios to build understanding and confidence.
  • Athletic Development: Strength, agility and conditioning activities are integrated throughout the season to promote overall athletic growth.
  • Welcoming for All Levels: New players are always encouraged to join, with each season starting from the basics and progressing to more advanced strategies.
  • Safety and Research-Based Coaching: Guided by proven methods and a focus on safety to ensure a fun, challenging and rewarding experience.

Quest Flag Football strikes the right balance between learning, teamwork and enjoyment—helping young athletes grow both on and off the field.

Basketball: Quest/Teen

The Quest and Teen Basketball Program combines interactive drills, scrimmages and strength and conditioning sessions to help players grow both on and off the court. Each semester begins with foundational skills and progresses toward advanced, game-like scenarios, ensuring both new and returning players can succeed.

Program Highlights:

  • Skill Development: Participants strengthen core basketball abilities including shooting, passing and dribbling.
  • Game Application: Players learn to apply their skills in complex, real-game situations that enhance strategy and teamwork.
  • Athletic Training: Sessions incorporate plyometric, aerobic and anaerobic exercises to promote overall athletic development and physical growth.
  • Research-Based Methods: Coaching is guided by proven, research-supported techniques with a focus on safety and long-term progress.
  • Inclusive for All Levels: Designed for beginners looking to learn the game and experienced players aiming to take their skills to the next level.

Quest and Teen Basketball offers a challenging yet supportive environment where players can build confidence, develop their abilities and reach new levels of performance.

Club Baseball: Quest/Teens

The Club Baseball Program emphasizes both individual skill development and team-based gameplay. Participants strengthen their abilities in hitting, fielding, throwing and base running while learning to apply these skills in live game situations.

Program Highlights:

  • Skill Development: Focus on hitting, fielding, throwing and base running.
  • Conditioning: Aerobic training, agility drills and strength exercises integrated throughout the semester.
  • Progressive Learning: Each season begins with fundamentals and advances to strategy and in-game application.
  • Research-Based Coaching: Guided by proven methods with a strong emphasis on safety and growth.

Whether you’re new to the game or refining your skills, Club Baseball provides a fun and developmental experience for every player.

Club Soccer: Quest/Teens

The Club Soccer Program blends skill development, tactical awareness and physical conditioning to help athletes elevate their game. Sessions focus on ball control, dribbling, passing and shooting, along with defensive and offensive strategy in live scrimmage play.

Program Highlights:

  • Skill Development: Emphasis on ball control, dribbling, passing and shooting.
  • Tactical Training: Focus on defensive and offensive strategy through live scrimmages.
  • Athletic Conditioning: Includes aerobic and anaerobic training, speed drills and plyometric exercises.
  • Progressive Learning: Each semester begins with core fundamentals and advances to complex team play.
  • Research-Based Coaching: Guided by proven training methods with a strong emphasis on safety.

The Club Soccer Program offers a competitive yet inclusive environment where every player can grow, improve and gain confidence on the field.

Teen Volleyball

The Teen Volleyball Program is designed to develop strong technical skills and foster teamwork in a supportive, competitive setting. Players learn and refine serving, passing, setting, hitting and blocking techniques with a focus on applying these skills in game-like situations.

Program Highlights:

  • Skill Development: Emphasis on serving, passing, setting, hitting and blocking.
  • Game Application: Players practice applying skills through structured drills and scrimmages.
  • Athletic Conditioning: Includes plyometric and aerobic training to improve vertical jump, agility and endurance.
  • Progressive Learning: Each semester starts with fundamentals and advances to more complex drills and competitive play.
  • Research-Based Coaching: Uses proven methods and prioritizes safe, structured training.

The Teen Volleyball Program provides an encouraging environment where athletes can strengthen their skills, build teamwork and gain confidence both on and off the court.

 

 

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