ShortE Sports

Introducing "ShortE" sports programs tailored exclusively for 3-5 year olds! Led by dedicated coaches, each session is meticulously crafted to foster a nurturing atmosphere where your child can cultivate a genuine passion for the sport. Our expert staff employ specially selected equipment, adapt activities, and undergo specialized training to ensure every participant thrives and finds joy in the experience.

Participants must be fully potty trained and able to transition easily between stations before attending the program.

General youth sports jerseys are optional (can be purchased at the CARD Office for $17).

All equipment will be provided, and participants only need to arrive in athletic clothing (no jeans), athletic closed-toed shoes, and bring plenty of water.

ShortE All Stars

Sign your little one up for the ultimate first-time sports experience! This five-week program will pique the interest of your All Star and introduce them to a variety of sports in a fun and positive environment. Participants will play soccer, flag football, basketball, tee-ball, golf and more!

Play for $10 Option for Ages: 3-5
Tue | 8/20 | 3:30-4:15 PM
Tue | 8/20 | 4:30-5:15 PM
Tue | 8/20 | 5:30-6:15 PM

Fall Tuesday Option for Ages: 3-5
Tue | 9/10 - 10/8 | 3:30-4:15 PM
Tue | 9/10 - 10/8 | 4:30-5:15 PM
Tue | 9/10 - 10/8 | 5:30-6:15 PM
Tue | 10/22 - 11/19 | 3:15-4:00 PM
Tue | 10/22 - 11/19 | 4:15-5:00 PM

Fall Thursday Option for Ages: 3-5
Thu | 9/12 - 10/10 | 3:30-4:15 PM
Thu | 9/12 - 10/10 | 4:30-5:15 PM
Thu | 10/24 - 11/21 | 3:15-4:00 PM
Thu | 10/24 - 11/21 | 4:15-5:00 PM

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ShortE Soccer

This program will feature fun, fundamentals, and age-appropriate play! Paid coaches will work with players to learn to love soccer with drills, skills, and game play. Each day will be filled with fundamental building stations, social interactions and games that will keep your player entertained and learning.

Play for $10 Option for Ages: 3-5
Wed | 8/28 | 3:30-4:15 PM
Wed | 8/28 | 4:30-5:15 PM

Fall Option for Monday Ages: 3-5
Mon | 9/9 - 10/7 | 4:00-4:45 PM
Mon | 9/9 - 10/7 | 5:00-5:45 PM
Mon | 10/21 - 11/18 | 4:00-4:45 PM

Fall Option for Wednesday Ages: 3-5
Wed | 9/11 - 10/9 | 3:30-4:15 PM
Wed | 9/11 - 10/9 | 4:30-5:15 PM
Wed | 9/11 - 10/9 | 5:30-6:15 PM
Wed | 10/23 - 11/20 | 3:15-4:00 PM
Wed | 10/23 - 11/20 | 4:15-5:00 PM

Children participating in ShortE Olympics

ShortE Summer Camps

ShortE Soccer
M-F | 8/1 - 8/5 | 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM | Ages 3-5

Participant Expectations

Expectations for Program Participants Include:

Be Safe (includes staying with the group, keeping hands and feet to themselves)
Be Respectful (includes listening and following directions, using appropriate language)
Be Responsible (includes using the restroom independently/no bathroom accidents, keeping track of personal items, telling the truth)

Website Accessibility Statement

Chico Area Recreation & Park District is fully committed to providing accessible facilities, elements and channels of communication to all members of the public. As part of this commitment, Chico Area Recreation & Park District has a policy of providing an accessible website compatible with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG 2.1) and commercial screen reading software. All features of the website are coded to allow individuals with vision and other impairments to understand and use the website to the same degree as someone without disabilities. We welcome feedback and can often resolve issues in a timely manner if they arise.

If you need any special assistance or accommodations:

Call us at (530) 895-4711

Ongoing Compliance Information

Compliance Officer

Chico Area Recreation & Park District has designated a compliance officer for website disability-related accommodations. The compliance officer has received training in website accessibility and updates the site in accordance with those best practices. Contact our accessibility officer to report an issue.

Compliance Procedures and Reports

In addition to testing with users with a wide range of disabilities and coding our website to WCAG standards, Chico Area Recreation & Park District regularly scans its website to ensure ongoing compliance, and makes timely changes to any inaccessible changes, if any are found.

Linked Documents and Third Parties

Please note that this site may link out to third-party websites, such as state or federal agencies, that do not have accessible content. This site may also include documents provided by third parties included in our agenda packets, for example. While we cannot control the accessibility of content provided by third parties, we are happy to assist any member of the public with reading and accessing content on our site.

See an opportunity for us to improve? Please contact our accessibility officer or call us at (530) 895-4711.

Report a Website Accessibility Issue

We are committed to your ability to access all content, and we will respond to all requests as soon as possible.