Girls Fall Outdoor Lacrosse Clinics for 2020
(Read our Return-to-Play Protocol; participants must sign a waiver/release found here)
LOCATION
K–9TH GRADES
Pingry School (Lower School)
50 Country Day Drive, Short Hills, NJ
DATES AND TIMES
SUNDAYS, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
- September 27
- October 4, 11, 18, 25
CLINIC DESCRIPTION
This clinic is designed for girls who are ready to learn the sport, or take their skills to the next level in the off-season. No prior experience is necessary. We reinforce the basic skills of catching, throwing, cradling, ground ball pick-ups, dodging, shooting, and defensive stickwork, while staying true to the Swax Lax Lacrosse spirit of building confidence and having fun! What’s a typical day like at one of our fall clinics? Here’s what your daughter can expect.
Note: Clinics are one hour in length. Participants are grouped by grade level, and where applicable, by ability level.
- Clinics will take place on a grass field so sneakers or cleats are recommended
- There will be a portable restroom available
COST (FEE INCLUDES A SWAX LAX BALL)
5-week session: $220
EQUIPMENT NEEDS
K–2ND GRADE
- Girls lacrosse stick; sneakers; no mouth guards or goggles required; water; cleats are optional.
3RD–9TH GRADE
- Girls lacrosse stick; sneakers; mouth guards and goggles required; water; cleats are optional.
Read our article What To Bring for more information on equipment needs.
REGISTRATION FOR FALL LACROSSE CLINICS
CANCELLATION POLICY
In the event that Swax Lax Lacrosse needs to cancel a session due to an unforeseen conflict or if our clinic location is closed as mandated by the CDC, local health, school, or other government agencies, participants will receive a pro-rated refund of the clinic fee.
There are no refunds or credits for weather-related cancellations or make-up dates for this program.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT FALL CLINICS FOR K–5TH
On the first clinic day, players are divided into grade groups to meet their coaches, and together they come up with a unique team name that they will use for the entirety of the clinics. Creative ice-breakers allow the girls the opportunity to warm up their muscles, feel comfortable with their group, and get ready to play.
- Developing fundamental lacrosse skills and player dynamic in a comfortable learning environment is our top priority.
- Each week, two skills are introduced and reinforced through drills and lacrosse-oriented games by rotating through various stations.
- At the end of each clinic session one (or more) Player of the Day is selected from each grade group, and announced followed by an awesome photo op that is posted to our Instagram under Swax Lax Lacrosse.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT OUR FALL CLINIC FOR OLDER OR MORE EXPERIENCED PLAYERS
- At Swax Lax Lacrosse, we have a special curriculum for older, or more experienced players who are usually preparing to try-out for and play on their school and club teams.
- Developing stick skills and game tactics in a comfortable learning environment is a top priority.
- While younger players rotate through stations and play games to improve their skills, the older players experience more individualized coaching, similar to a semi-private lesson. They work with experienced coaches who focus on bringing their lacrosse skills to the next level.
- Opposed to breaking up grade levels and/or playing ability, players practice as one. This provides players with the opportunity for more touches, the feeling of being part of a team, and greater clarity to field movement.
- Players are put through a moving stick skill warm-up such as a Star Drill, Meatloaf, or shuttles.
- Our more experienced coaches are able to tailor each week’s agenda to the players ability, to provide a more cohesive practice week to week.
- Each week two skills are introduced and reinforced by carrying out drills. Each clinic practice ends with scrimmage play where coaches are able to break down skills and field movement even further.
- At the end of each clinic session one (or more) Player of the Day is selected from each grade group, and announced followed by an awesome photo op that is posted to our Instagram under Swax Lax Lacrosse.
