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Sports & Recreation

We aim to enrich individuals & encourage community.

Sports & Recreation Image

Sports & Recreation

We aim to enrich individuals & encourage community.

Sports & Recreation Image

Sports & Recreation

We aim to enrich individuals & encourage community.

Our sports programs are intended to introduce individuals to athletic competition in an environment that is safe, supportive, and more concerned with experiences than the final score. Our programs focus on developing sportsmanship, self-esteem, integrity, and teamwork. In keeping with The Salvation Army’s mission, our programs strive to inspire individuals to realize their potential through experiences that may transform lives.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kroc Kids

Kroc Kids offers sports & recreation programs for children ages 2 & up. It focuses on fundamentals while creating an opportunity to have fun and meet new friends. Participants will practice skills and play games with other teams in the Kroc Kids program.

Kroc Kids Basketball

Ages: 5–12
Season Dates: December 6–February 24
Location: Dayton Kroc Gymnasium
Cost: $40

Early Registration: August 1–November 4 
Late Registration: November 4–December 6 ($20 Late Fee)

Winter Kroc Kids teams will practice on Wednesdays, and compete in games against fellow Kroc Kids teams on Saturdays. The season runs for 9 weeks with a tournament at the end included for ages 7–12. 

Age 5–6: Wednesdays 5:30 PM–6:15 PM
Age 7–8: Wednesdays 6:15 PM–7:15 PM
Ages 9–10: Wednesdays 7:15 PM–8:15 PM
Ages 11–12: Wednesdays 7:15 PM–8:15 PM 

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Kroc Kids Elite

Our elite programs are geared to the individual who is seeking a more advanced level of play and teaching of the game. These programs are by tryouts only and are picked by our coaching staff. These programs involve travel to games and tournaments. 

ELITE SOCCER

Dayton Kroc Soccer Club

Seasons: Spring & Fall

The Dayton Kroc Center is proud to offer a competitive elite soccer experience for young players.

For more information about upcoming seasons, please email Sierra Peacock.

 

Dayton United

Sports for Dayton Public School Students

The Salvation Army Dayton Kroc Center has partnered with Dayton Public School District to provide children in Kindergarten-6th grade the opportunity to participate in after-school recreation programs for free. The Salvation Army has committed to giving every DPS student a scholarship of 50% off the cost of programming. The remaining 50% is covered by Dayton Public Schools.


This partnership was created to ensure the students of Dayton Public Schools have the much-needed assistance to develop their athletic abilities and inspire them to realize their potential. Open to the children are four Kroc Kids recreation-level sports leagues and two elite-level sports leagues. The programs included in the partnership are Kroc Kids soccer (grades K-6), Kroc Kids and elite basketball (grades 2-6), Kroc Kids and elite volleyball (grades 4-6), and Kroc Kids flag football (grades K-6).
If you have questions or would like to request more information, please contact Robert Kirksey.

Dayton United Cheerleading

Grades: 2–6 
Season: October–March 
Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 
Location: The Dayton Kroc Center 

Take your cheer game to a whole new level! Dayton United Cheerleading gives participants training and opportunities to cheerleaders of all experience levels. You must attend a Dayton Public School to participate in this cheer program. 

DPS students receive a 100% scholarship. 

Register

Dayton United Basketball

Try-outs: October 9–18
Season: October–March

Elite teams will have 2–3 practices each week occurring on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or possibly Saturdays. They will participate in weekend tournaments at The Kroc Center in the Metro Basketball League. Because these teams are based on tryouts, some players may not make the team.

Season
October–March

Try-out Dates

  • 2nd Grade Boys
    October 10 & 12, 5:30 PM-6:30 PM
  • 3rd Grade Boys
    October 10 & 12, 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
  • 4th Grade Boys
    October 16 & 17, 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
  • 5th Grade Boys (Coached by Marvan Gordon)
    October 10 & 12, 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM
  • 5th Grade Boys (Coached by Rico Lesperance)*
    October 11 & 18, 6:30 PM-8:00 PM
    *These try-outs will be held at River’s Edge Montessori School, 108 Linwood St, Dayton, OH 45405.
  • 5th Grade Girls
    October 9 & 11, 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
  • 6th Grade Boys
    October 9 & 11, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM
  • 6th Grade Girls
    October 9 & 11, 5:30 PM-7:00 PM

Try-out cost: free

Location: Kroc Center Gymnasium

Cost
DPS Students: 100% Scholarship
Dayton Residents: $100 (Scholarships are available.)

For more information, please contact Robert Kirksey.

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Dayton United Youth Pickleball

Grades: 2–6 

What do Lebron James, Drew Breeze, and Kevin Durant all have in common? Pickleball!

Come learn the fundamentals of the fastest-growing sport in America. The best part is it's FREE for Dayton Public School students who meet the requirements. 

If you are interested, please fill out the form below. Once confirmed, you will be contacted with dates and times. 

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Adult Sports

Pickleball

Pickleball Open Play

Kroc Park Courts: April 3–September 30
Monday–Friday: 8 AM–1 PM (beginning May 1, courts 4–8 only)
Friday: 4:00–7:45 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM–1:30 PM (no staff will be present, use the front entrance)

Gymnasium: Beginning October 1
Monday–Friday 8 AM–12 PM

Court Use Recommendations
Courts 1 & 2: Lessons (Beginner if there are no lessons)
Courts 3 & 4: Beginner
Courts 5–8: Intermediate and Advanced

Pickleball Leagues

Monday–Thursday, 6:30–8:30 PM

Outside leagues play at Kroc Park! Please visit their websites to sign up.

Gem City Social Sportcial

Pickleball Lessons

Whether you are a beginner or advanced, you can up your pickleball game with lessons taught by our nationally certified pickleball instructor and coach, John Grimley.

Individual Lessons
1/2-Hour Lesson
Members: Adults: $20, youth: $10
Non-Members: Adults & youth: $25
1-Hour Lesson
Members: Adults: $40, youth: $20
Non-Members: Adults & youth: $50

Group Lessons
1-Hour Lesson
2 Players: $30 each
3 Players: $25 each
4 Players: $20 each

4-Week Lesson Package
1-Hour Lesson
Individual: $160
2 Players: $100 each
3 Players: $80 each
4 Players: $60 each

To schedule lessons, please email John Grimley.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kroc Park

Please check in at the welcome desk for access to Kroc Park.

Kroc Park features a state-of-the-art turf soccer/lacrosse field, with stadium seating, outdoor pickleball courts, auxiliary fields, and a paved walking path. It is used by the Recreation Department at the Kroc Center and hosts multiple sports leagues and events.

Have Questions?

For questions concerning Sports & Recreation, please contact our Fitness and Recreation Assistant Manager, Robert Kirksey.
For questions about Kroc soccer programming, please contact our Soccer Specialist, Sierra Peacock.

Meet Our Staff

Robert Kirksey
Fitness & Recreation Assistant Manager

Robert has over 8 years of sports and recreation experience with youth and adults. Some of his favorite things to do at the Kroc Center are working with youth during Basketball and summer camp programs. When Robert is not working he likes to volunteer at Huber Heights City Schools where he helps middle school and high school athletics prepare for games and after-school programs. He also enjoys spending time with his family and watching sports on the weekends.

Sierra Peacock
Soccer Specialist

Sierra has a competitive soccer background including playing for the University of Findlay and the Dayton Dutch Lions. Passionate about sharing the love for the sport, she enjoys developing soccer programs for the community. In her free time, she enjoys exploring nature and hiking with her dog.

 

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