The goal of Youth Sports & Fitness programs is to provide quality programming with responsible leaders so youth have the opportunity to grow and learn. We offer a program in which opportunity for participation is provided to all those who enter, regardless of skill and ability. We wish to provide youth with a fun learning experience and the opportunity to develop lifetime sports and fitness skills.
Youth Sports Programs
Running - Cross Country
Cross country running is one of the most basic forms of physical activity for kids. Come join Bellevue Youth Sports for outdoor running and workouts, while exploring trails within Bellevue’s Park system. Workouts will be age and experience appropriate and will provide short and long-distance workouts to improve fitness while having fun. Cross country running develops strong mental skills and builds an improved sense of discipline towards running, other sports, and life in general. Running distances will vary from 1/2 mile to 2 miles.
This season, there will be five optional cross country meets with other local cities. We will compete against Si View, Issaquah, Renton, and Maple Valley. Meets are typically on weekends with one on a Friday evening. Meet details will be provided at the first practice.
$75(R) $90(N) Age: 6-13 Y
Lake Hills Community Park
1824 5 p.m.-6 p.m. Thursdays Sept 14-Oct 26
Soccer League
This co-ed instructional league is a great way to develop your child’s basic knowledge and skills in soccer. This league will emphasize participation, fun, and positive sportsmanship while giving your child the basic instructions of dribbling, passing, scoring, and teamwork! The season will begin with two weeks of team practice followed by four weeks of games. Come and join the fun! Volunteer coaches are needed for this league. If you are interested in volunteering, please email Erin McCaslin at emccaslin@bellevuewa.gov.
Youth
$80(R) $96(N) Age: 7-9 Y
Robinswood Community Park - Fields
1822 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Tuesdays Sept 19-Oct 24
Mighty Mites
$80(R) $96(N) Age: 5-6 Y
Robinswood Community Park - Fields
1823 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Wednesdays Sept 20-Oct 25
Youth Flag Football
Join this safe, dynamic, and non-competitive environment for beginning young co-ed athletes to discover the fun in playing flag football. Athletes will develop basic skills and techniques necessary to succeed on both offense and defense. This program is designed to introduce players to the sport with 30-45 minutes of practice drills and agility followed by 30 minutes of fun game play. No experience necessary.
$40(R) $48(N) Age: 7-13 Y
Robinswood Community Park - Fields
1825 1:45 p.m.-3 p.m. Wednesdays Sept 27-Oct 18
1826 1:45 p.m.-3 p.m. Wednesdays Oct 25-Nov 15
Youth Multi-Sport
Are you the type of kid who likes to play? This four-week program is for you! Flag football, soccer, ultimate frisbee, kickball, capture the flag...whatever the game may be, our widely talented coaches will make sure you have a blast!
$40(R) $48(N) Age: 7-13 Y
Robinswood Community Park - Fields
1827 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Mondays Oct 2-Oct 23
Pre-Season Basketball Clinics
Want to improve your basketball skills and fundamentals? The Pre-Season Basketball Clinics create an opportunity for participants to learn the concepts of basketball, develop their game, and prepare for the upcoming basketball season. Clinics focus on helping athletes build fundamentals and understand basic concepts. Participants will work through a series of individual and group practice drills to improve their dribbling, shooting, defense, passing and much more!
Ages 5-6
$115(R) $138(N)
Tyee Community Gym
1914 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Mondays Nov 6-Dec 11
Ages 7-9
$115(R) $138(N)
Tyee Community Gym
1915 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Tuesdays Nov 7-Dec 12
Ages 10-13
$115(R) $138(N)
Tyee Community Gym
1916 5 p.m.-6 p.m. Wednesdays Nov 8-Dec 13
Youth Soccer Clinics
Join this safe, positive, and non-competitive environment for beginning young co-ed athletes to discover the fun in playing soccer. Athletes will develop basic skills and techniques necessary to succeed on both offense and defense. This program is designed to introduce players to the sport with 30 minutes of practice and conditioning followed by 30 minutes of fun game play. Basic skills will include dribbling, passing, and shooting. No experience necessary. Soccer balls will be available for use onsite at the program. Please note, there will not be class on Thursday, November 23.
$40(R) $48(N) Age: 7-12 Y
Robinswood Community Park - Fields
2059 4:15 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Thursdays Nov 2-Nov 30
Skyhawks Sports Academy
Skyhawks offers a variety of skill-based sports programs for children ages 4-14. Skyhawks programs are designed to teach fundamentals, develop skills and gain confidence on and off the field or court. In addition to single-sport programs, Skyhawks also offers multi-sport programs that combine two or more sports into a single program. The programs are designed to give each child a positive introduction into sports while fostering a lifelong love of an active, healthy lifestyle. Knowledgeable and patient staff use a variety of skill-building games and activities to give every athlete a complete understanding and overview of the sport. Check out Bellevue area offerings and register today!
Lake to Lake Bike Ride
Thank you to everyone that attended the 10th annual Lake to Lake Bike Ride! We'll see everyone for next year's event.
The Lake to Lake Bike Ride is an enjoyable, non-competitive ride that explores the hidden treasures of Bellevue. This ride utilizes low traffic roads, bike lanes and part of the Lake-to-Lake Trail (non-technical gravel) and traverses much of the City. There are two routes: Greenbelt Loop, mostly flat 8-mile route; and Lake Loop, more challenging 24-mile route with significant elevation gain. The course is well-marked and supported by staff and volunteers. Riders under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-register for the ride at a discounted rate. Under age 9 are FREE.
As part of the Lake to Lake Bike Ride, there will be a kid-friendly course around the soccer fields at Robinswood Park. The Kids Ride is free and open to ages 3-8. Kids can complete as many laps around the course as time permits.
Pump up your tires, put on your helmet and get rolling! We hope to see you there! Go to the Lake to Lake Bike Ride webpage for more information!
Cross Country Workouts
Running – Fall Cross Country
Kids running cross country is one of the most basic forms of kids’ sports. Come join Bellevue Youth Sports’ outdoor running program by registering here or use the workouts below while exploring trails within Bellevue’s Park system. Workouts are age and experience appropriate and provide both short and long-distance workouts to improve fitness while having fun. Please make sure your runner has a towel for ground exercises and a water bottle each day. Cross country running for children develops strong mental skills and builds an improved sense of discipline towards running, other sports, and life in general.
Note: Running distances vary from a half-mile to one mile. Below is a five-day workout plan to get your kids out exercising during the week. Each workout is designed to take 45 – 60 minutes per day. See maps for Robinswood Park (one mile and half mile) and Wilburton Hill Park (one mile and half mile) for great courses for you and your family.
- Monday – Day 1 Workout
- Tuesday – Day 2 Workout
- Wednesday – Day 3 - Break
- Thursday – Day 4 Workout
- Friday – Day 5 Workout
About Youth Sports
Bellevue's Youth Sports and Fitness programs seek to make the sports experience safe, fun and healthy for all children. In addition, these programs promote the value and importance of sports and physical activities in the emotional, physical, social and mental development of youth. Participation in sports and activities develops important character traits and lifelong values. Participation is provided to all those who enter, regardless of skill and ability.
- Get active: Programs are held year-round and city-wide for youth ages 3 to 12 years. Clinics and Leagues are held during the school year, and a full spectrum of day camps and clinics are held during school breaks and the summer.
- Sports and Fitness = Fun! Youth have a FUN learning experience and the opportunity to develop lifelong sports and fitness skills.
The goal of Bellevue's Youth Sports and Fitness programs is to provide quality programming with responsible leaders so youth have the opportunity to grow and learn. This program serves all youth, regardless of skill and ability, and provides fun learning experiences with the opportunity to develop lifetime sports and fitness skills.
Some of the programs offered include:
- Traditional/Seasonal Sports Leagues: basketball, soccer, baseball, and track and field
- School Break Youth Sports Day Camps
- Youth Martial Arts
- Indoor Soccer
- Special Events
- Fitness/Self Improvement
- Skateboard Park
Bellevue's sports leagues are generously supported by Land O'Frost Lunch Meats. See sponsor website for special savings for youth sports league participants.
Zackery Lystedt Law
This law was passed in Washington state in 2009. It prohibits youth athletes suspected of sustaining a concussion from returning to play without a licensed healthcare provider's approval. The law will directly affect youth sports, head injury policies and future City of Bellevue youth participants.
To help parents and children stay informed, Bellevue will help distribute information about this new law. Before any child is allowed to participate in a City of Bellevue Youth Sports program, the documents listed below must be read, signed and turned in prior to participation. These documents are also included in the informational packets for parents and coaches.
Inclement Weather Plan
Call 425-452-4627 before travelling to a Youth Sports program to ensure the facility is open.
In the event of inclement weather, the Parks & Community Services Department will make every effort to communicate the status of facilities and programs, special events and rentals. Administration will decide whether to cancel a program or close a facility based upon the safety of participants and employees and the ability to appropriately staff programs and facilities.
As a general rule, if the Bellevue School District is closed due to a weather event, Parks & Community Services Department classes and programs will be cancelled for the entire day. If the Bellevue School District is on a delayed schedule, call the facility for an updated status report. Select facilities may be open for drop-in activities at a modified level. If you are unable to reach the facility, call the Parks & Community Services Department's general information number at 425-452-6885. Inclement weather can affect park use and trail conditions. Please use caution when visiting park sites during poor weather, as trails and other park facilities may become wet and slippery. Park trails may be closed.