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Baseball Camps

2024 Spring Catcher's Camp

The program is specifically designed to train catchers physically and mentally. The camp consists of 3-60 minute sessions. The camp will cover the basic skills needed to progressively become a better catcher. A number of the drills to be taught are perfect for at home practice to reinforce the skills learned in camp. For COED recreational, competitive and travel baseball/softball catchers ages 7 to 18 years old.
Players will be instructed on the following areas:
  • Footwork
  • Receiving
  • Rhythm
  • Throwing action
  • Athleticism 

Dates: March 9, 16, 23

Times:
1st-4th grade: 10:00-11:00a
5th-12th grade: 11:00-12:00p

Location: WAA Training Center (657 Wolverine Dr. Suite 7)

Min/Max: 8/15
Fee: $65

Player Equipment Needed: Catchers gear and gym shoes (no cleats)

Spring Fielding and Throwing Camp

2024 Spring Fielding and Throwing Camp

Designed to help develop a more relaxed, confident, and consistent infielder. Build your defensive skills through steady reps, advanced training, and explosive first steps to the ball. Our trained instructors will help you understand the proper ways of playing the infield. Once the proper ways have been demonstrated and understood, a fast paced style of training will occur to get you ready for your upcoming season. 
For COED recreational and competitive baseball/softball players ages 7 to 14 years old.

Players will be instructed on the following areas:
  • Footwork
  • Glove work
  • Rhythm
  • Throwing action
  • Athleticism 

Dates:
April 3, 10, 17, 24, 2024

Times:
Ages 7 to 9: 5:00-6:30p
Ages 10 to 14: 6:30-8:00p

Location: WAA Sports Center, 2323 Liberty St in Aurora 60502

Min/Max: 8/20
Fee: $135

Player Equipment Needed: Baseball Glove and gym shoes (no cleats)

April 3, 10, 17, 24 - Ages 7 to 9: 5:00-6:30p

Season Dates: 04/03/2024 to 04/24/2024
$0.00

April 3, 10, 17, 24 - Ages 10 to 14: 6:30-8:00p

Season Dates: 04/03/2024 to 04/24/2024
$135.00

Little Sluggers

2024 Little Sluggers Spring Training (t-ball prep)

This highly instructional camp for Pre-K, Kindergarten and 1st grade baseball/softball players will provide the players with 4 weeks of instruction and game like situations. The first part of the program will focus on the fundamentals while the second part of the program will turn its focus to game like situations. This is a highly structured format for beginners. We want to teach them how to learn the game the correct way. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to participate. 

Dates:
April 4, 11, 18, 25

Times:
4:45-5:45p
5:45-6:45p

Location: WAA Sports Center (2323 Liberty)

Min/Max: 10/20
Fee: $80
Instructor: Bill Smith
Player Equipment Needed: Baseball Glove, bat, helmet (if you have one) and gym shoes (no cleats)

April 4, 11, 18, 25: 4:45-5:45pm

Season Dates: 04/04/2024 to 04/25/2024
$80.00

April 4, 11, 18, 25: 5:45-6:45pm

Season Dates: 04/04/2024 to 04/25/2024
$80.00

Spring Hitting Camp

2024 Spring Hitting Camp

During this 4 week program, players will learn the finer points of hitting through balance, stance, approach, point of contact and finish. For recreational, competitive and travel baseball/softball players for ages 8U-14U (Grade 2 through 8)

Dates: April 6, 13, 20, 27, 2024

Times:
2nd-3rd grade: 9:00-10:00a
4th-5th grade: 10:00-11:00a
6th-8th grade: 11:00-12:00p

Location: WAA Baseball & Softball Training Center, 657 Wolverine Dr, Suite 7, Aurora, IL 60502

Min/Max: 6/12
Fee: $100

Equipment Needed: Baseball Bat, Helmet

2nd-3rd grade 9:00-10:00a

Season Dates: 04/06/2024 to 04/27/2024
$0.00

4th-5th grade 10:00-11:00a

Season Dates: 04/06/2024 to 04/27/2024
$0.00

6th-8th grade 11:00-12:00p

Season Dates: 04/06/2024 to 04/27/2024
$100.00

Summer HIT Club

2024 Summer HIT Club (Baseball)

During this 3 day program, players will learn the finer points of hitting through balance, stance, approach, point of contact and finish. For recreational, competitive and travel baseball/softball players for ages 8U-14U (Grade 2 through 8)

Dates:
Session 1: June 4, 5, 6
Session 2: June 18, 19, 20
Session 3: July 9, 10, 11

Times:
2nd-3rd grade: 10:00-11:00a
4th-5th grade: 11:00-12:00p
6th-8th grade: 12:00-1:00p

Location:

Min/Max: 6/12
Fee: $75 (per session)
Equipment Needed: Baseball Bat, Glove and Helmet (helmet is mandatory)

Session 1: 2nd-3rd grade 10:00a

Season Dates: 06/04/2024 to 06/06/2024
$75.00

Session 1: 4th-5th grade 11:00a

Season Dates: 06/04/2024 to 06/06/2024
$75.00

Session 1: 6th-8th grade 12:00p

Season Dates: 06/04/2024 to 06/06/2024
$75.00

Session 2: 2nd-3rd grade 10:00a

Season Dates: 06/18/2024 to 06/20/2024
$75.00

Session 2: 4th-5th grade 11:00a

Season Dates: 06/18/2024 to 06/20/2024
$75.00

Session 2: 6th-8th grade 12:00p

Season Dates: 06/18/2024 to 06/20/2024
$75.00

Session 3: 2nd-3rd grade 10:00a

Season Dates: 07/09/2024 to 07/11/2024
$75.00

Session 3: 4th-5th grade 11:00a

Season Dates: 07/09/2024 to 07/11/2024
$75.00

Session 3: 6th-8th grade 12:00p

Season Dates: 07/09/2024 to 07/11/2024
$75.00

Available Programs


January:
  • Winter Break Skills Camp
  • MLK Day Hitting Clinic
February:
  • Presidents Day Hitting Clinic
March:
  • County Institute Day Hitting Clinic
  • Competitive Baseball Tryout Prep Camp
  • Catcher's Camp
April:
  • Spring Hitting Camp
  • Fielding and Throwing Camp
  • Little Slugger (t-ball prep)
May:
  • Fielding and Throwing Camp (if necessary)
  • Little Slugger (if necessary)
June:.
  • TBD
July:
  • Summer HIT Club
August:
  • TBD
September:
  • TBD
October:
  • TBD
November:
  • TBD
December:
  • TBD

Program Information

Baseball for Kids - Leagues, Camps, Clinics and Travel

It is the philosophy of Wheatland Athletic Association to progressively develop children’s skills by offering programs for various age levels. As they develop, the children are taught the value of good sportsmanship and teamwork. Our intent is for children to have FUN and to enjoy the sport they play while learning the character building lessons that come from participating in team sports. WAA emphasizes the fundamentals of baseball as players are taught the basics of hitting, throwing, catching and base-running within a framework of teamwork and sportsmanship.  Become a SPONSOR

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2323 Liberty St 
Aurora, Illinois 60502

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