Start Smart Soccer
Registration will open for Spring Sessions in January. Limited spots available.
Start Smart Soccer is a developmentally appropriate introductory soccer program for children 3-4 years old. The program prepares children for organized soccer in a fun, non-threatening environment. Start Smart Soccer prepares children and their parents for organized soccer without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Age appropriate equipment is used to teach kicking, dribbling, trapping, throw-ins, and agility. For additional information on this program, call 540-433-9168 or email Courtney.Carawan@harrisonburgva.gov.
- The rate will be $30/City, $60/Non-Res. Registration fee includes participant equipment (cleats are not provided).
- To register online visit our Program Registration page.
- Program will take place at the Smithland Athletic Complex.
Start Smart Football
No active sessions available.
Start Smart Football is a developmentally appropriate introductory parent/guardian-child based football program for children 3-5 years old. Pairs work together to develop individual skills. The program prepares children for organized football in a fun, non-threatening environment. Start Smart Football prepares children and their parents for organized football without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Age appropriate equipment is used in teaching throwing, catching, kicking/punting and running/agility. For additional information on this program, call 540-433-9168 or email Courtney.Carawan@harrisonburgva.gov.
- The rate will be $30. Registration fee includes participant equipment.
- To register online visit our Program Registration page.
- Program will take place at the Smithland Athletic Complex.
Start Smart Basketball
Registration opens October 1 for sessions starting in January. Sessions are open to City Residents only, however if spots do not fill, Non-Residents will be accepted.
Start Smart Basketball is a developmentally appropriate introductory basketball program for children 3-4 years old. The program prepares children for organized basketball in a fun, non-threatening environment. Pairs work together to develop individual skills such as dribbling, ball handling, passing/catching, shooting, and running/agility. For additional information on this program, call 540-433-9168 or email Courtney.Carawan@harrisonburgva.gov.
- The rate will be $30 for City Residents and $60 for Non-Residents. Registration fee includes participant equipment.
- To register online visit our Program Registration page.
- Program will take place in the Lucy Simms Center auditorium.
- Session 1: M-F / January 6-10 / 5:30pm-6:15pm
- Session 2: M-F / January 6-10 / 6:15pm-7:00pm
Start Smart Golf
For active sessions visit the Heritage Oaks Golf Course page.
The City Resident rate will be $45, while the Non-Resident rate will be $50. Limit of 8 participants per session. Register by visiting the Heritage Oaks Pro Shop or by calling 540-442-6502. You may also email David.Johns@harrisonburgva.gov for more information.
Start Smart Golf is a developmentally appropriate introductory parent/guardian-child based golf program. Pairs work together to develop individual skills. The program prepares children for organized golf in a fun, non-threatening environment. Start Smart Golf prepares children and their parents for organized golf without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Age appropriate equipment is used in teaching full swing, chipping, pitching and putting.
Start Smart Baseball
No active sessions available.
To register online visit our Program Registration page, or you may call 540-433-9168 and register by phone. The City Resident rate will be $30, and the Non-Resident rate will be $40. For additional information on the program, call the Athletics Office at 540-433-9168.
Start Smart Baseball is a developmentally appropriate introductory parent/guardian-child based baseball program for children 3-5 years old. Pairs work together to develop individual skills. The program prepares children for organized tee ball, baseball and softball in a fun, non-threatening environment. Start Smart Baseball prepares children and their parents for organized baseball and softball without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Age appropriate equipment is used in teaching throwing, catching, batting, running and agility.
- The rate will be $30/City, $60/Non-Res. Registration fee includes participant equipment (cleats are not provided).
- To register online visit our Program Registration page.
- Program will take place at the Smithland Athletic Complex.