The Program

The Mini Legends Program teaches youth physical literacy skills in a safe and inclusive environment. Through fun and purposeful activities, participants practice skill development, make social connections, and learn how to work (and play) in a team setting.

LEVELS OF LEARNING


LEVEL 1



HERMES

Legendary Character of Communication

This introductory program will emphasize the establishment of body alignment, and help youth discover the enjoyment of movement.


Developmental Skills

Posture and Balance, Basic Coordination


LEVEL 2



ARTEMIS

Legendary Character of Mindfulness

This program emphasizes developing effective foot contact with the ground in all 4 directions and introduces youth to hand-eye coordination skills.

Developmental Skills

Baseline Agility


LEVEL 3



APOLLO

Legendary Character of Healing

This program develops quick, opposing movement of the shoulders and hips.


Developmental Skills

Contralateral Coordination, Advanced Agility


LEVEL 4



IRIS

Legendary Character of Wisdom

This program focuses on the skills and development for all movements in athletics; run, jump, throw and wheel.


Developmental Skills

Cardio, Strength Endurance


LEVEL 5



HERCULES

Legendary Character of Strength

This program focuses on throwing skills. Youth will develop “leveraging” capacities and control against gravity through throwing activities.

Developmental Skills

Impact Control, Launching, Leveraging, Ability to Land Safely


LEVEL 6



ATHENA

Legendary Character of Agility

This program focuses on adding advanced speed, movement, and impact to all activities in previous levels.

Developmental Skills

Essential Techniques in Run-Jump-Throw-Wheel


LEVEL 7



ZEUS

Legendary Character of Fair Play

This program uses the skills from levels 1-6 to introduce youth to true athletics!

Developmental Skills

Foundation of Athletic Progressions