The Start Smart program is a national program offered through the National Alliance on Youth Sports. It is an instructional program that prepares youth ages 3 – 5 for organized sports without the fear of competition. Parents work with their child, the instructor, and other kids in a social setting to learn the basic skills of throwing, catching, kicking and batting. Program goals are to increase individual skill development and assist parent in understanding their child’s interests. Both parents and children should dress in active clothes, ready to play! 

The cost of the program is $37. This program will take place Wednesdays, May 18 - June 22 from 6 – 7pm. Participants should meet at the North Pavilion of Riverside Park. 

Please pre-register at the Recreation Division office or online by May 13. Please contact the Recreation Division with any questions at (608) 755-3030.