Experience the Thrill of Sports with Hogan Athletics

• No Session Oct. 20 (Diwali)

Pickleball is an exciting and fast-growing sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Perfect for 5th-grade students, this paddle sport is played on a smaller court with a lightweight paddle and a plastic ball with holes. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master basic strokes, understand rules, and develop proper court positioning, while emphasizing leadership development and critical thinking skills that benefit students both on and off the court.

• No Session Oct. 20 (Diwali)

Softball is an engaging team sport that builds upon the classic game of baseball but is adapted with a larger, softer ball and shorter playing field, making it perfect for 5th-grade students. This dynamic sport involves batting, throwing, catching, and strategic base running. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master fundamental skills like proper throwing mechanics, batting stance, fielding techniques, and game strategy, while emphasizing leadership development and teamwork skills that benefit students both on and off the field.

• No Session Sep. 23 (Rosh Hashanah) 

Pilates is a mindful exercise method that focuses on building core strength, flexibility, and body awareness - perfect for growing 5th-grade students. This low-impact form of exercise emphasizes controlled movements, proper breathing, and good posture. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master fundamental Pilates exercises that are age-appropriate, helping them develop balance, coordination, and body control, while emphasizing mindfulness and self-awareness skills that benefit students both in their physical activities and daily life.

• No Session Sep. 23 (Rosh Hashanah) 

Soccer is an exciting team sport that develops both physical skills and strategic thinking, making it perfect for 5th-grade students. This dynamic sport involves dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork on the field. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master fundamental skills like ball control, proper passing techniques, and game strategy. Our approach emphasizes leadership development and teamwork skills that benefit students both on and off the field, aligning with our vision of youth leadership development through sports.

• No Sessions Sep. 24 (Rosh Hashanah) & Nov. 26 (1/2 Day)

Volleyball is an energetic team sport that combines hand-eye coordination with strategic play, making it perfect for 5th-grade students. This dynamic sport involves serving, passing, setting, and spiking a ball over a net while working together as a team to keep the ball from touching your court. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master fundamental skills like proper serving techniques, basic passing (bumping), and game positioning, while emphasizing leadership development and teamwork skills that benefit students both on and off the court. Just like with our other sports programs, we focus on building a strong foundation for future success through our unique approach of having trusted teachers as coaches

• No Sessions Sep. 24  (Rosh Hashanah) & Nov. 26          (1/2 Day)

Ultimate Frisbee is a fast-paced, non-contact team sport that combines elements of football and soccer with a flying disc, making it perfect for 5th-grade students. This exciting sport involves throwing, catching, and strategic movement across the field, with players working together to advance the disc toward their end zone. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master fundamental skills like proper throwing techniques (backhand and forehand), catching methods, and field positioning, while emphasizing our core values of leadership development and sportsmanship. Following our established approach of having trusted teachers as coaches, we create an environment where students learn both athletic skills and important life lessons about teamwork, respect, and self-officiating - a unique aspect of Ultimate Frisbee known as "Spirit of the Game.

• No Sessions Oct. 2  (Yom Kippur) & Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Break)

Track at Hogan Athletics focuses on building aerobic capacity (long runs) and strengthening our anaerobic system with shorter distance faster paced runs. Our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master proper running form while emphasizing our core commitment to "challenging your student athlete both mentally and physically" as mentioned in our program philosophy. Following our proven approach of having trusted classroom teachers as coaches, we create an environment where students can build endurance, improve speed, and develop proper techniques while learning valuable lessons about personal goal-setting and self-improvement.

• No Sessions Oct. 2 (Yom Kippur) & Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Break)

Bodyweight fitness is an engaging form of exercise that uses your own body as resistance, making it perfect and safe for 5th-grade students. This accessible workout style includes age-appropriate exercises like  push-ups, squats, planks, and controlled movements that help build strength, balance, and coordination. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master proper form and technique, aligning with our mission to "challenge your student athlete both mentally and physically." Just like our other athletic programs, we maintain our unique approach of having trusted classroom teachers as coaches, creating a supportive environment where students learn to build strength, improve flexibility, and develop healthy fitness habits that will benefit them both in sports and daily life.

• No Sessions Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Break) & Oct. 31 (Halloween)

Basketball is a dynamic team sport that develops coordination, agility, and strategic thinking, making it perfect for 5th-grade students. This fast-paced game involves dribbling, shooting, passing, and teamwork on the court - skills. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master fundamental skills like dribbling techniques, proper shooting form, and game strategy. Following our established approach of having trusted classroom teachers as coaches, we create an environment where students develop both their basketball abilities and important life skills, fulfilling our vision of challenging athletes "both academically and athletically" while building a strong foundation for future success.

• No Sessions Nov. 27 (Thanksgiving Break) & Oct. 31 (Halloween)

Capture the Flag is an exciting, strategic team game that combines fitness with critical thinking, making it perfect for 5th-grade students. This dynamic activity involves speed, agility, and teamwork as players work together to capture their opponent's flag while protecting their own. At Hogan Athletics, our experienced teacher-coaches work with students in small groups to master game strategies, develop speed and agility skills, and learn effective team communication. Following our philosophy of "challenging your student athlete both mentally and physically," we create an environment where students learn both tactical thinking and athletic skills. Just like our other sports programs, we maintain our unique approach of having trusted classroom teachers as coaches, ensuring students develop leadership qualities and strategic thinking that will benefit them both in games and life.

Washington Flag Football League

Tuesday & Thursday 3:30 - 4:45

Dates:

• Sep. 9, 11, 16, 18, 25, 30
• Oct. 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
• Nov. 11, 13, 18, 20, 25
• Dec. 2
• Dec 4 - rain date

First 28 players will make up our 4 teams