Sports & Recreation
More than our existing activities, like our aquatic classes and fitness classes, The Salvation Army Kroc Center offers other fun programs. The Kroc Sports and Recreation department, is full of fun sports camps and leagues for all ages. Check out all the fun opportunities that we currently offer. Is there a sport or program you would like to see offered at the Kroc? Drop an email and let us know what rec sports you are interested in today!
Gymnasium
Our Kroc gymnasium is available for families, friends, individuals, etc., to play basketball and a variety of other sports. See the sports and recreation section in our monthly class schedule or a Welcome Desk Attendant for details. Basketballs can be checked out at the Control Desk.
Family Gym Time Saturdays, 10am-1pm
A time when parents can bring their children to the gymnasium. Hoops can be lowered upon request. Basketballs can be checked out at the Control Desk.
Kate Shuker
Fitness Center Supervisor | 217-231-5640
Please contact Kate with questions about Toddler TIme, open pickleball, Rock Wall, and golf club rentals.
Youth Sports and Recreation Camps + Programs
DIG IT! Volleyball Camp
$45 Members | $55 Non Members
Monday-Thursday, June 10-13
Grades 3-5 | 8:30-10am
Grades 6-8 | 10:15-11:45am
Join the John Wood Community College Women’s Volleyball team for a fun, exciting, & memorable volleyball camp at the Kroc Center. Grab your knee pads and lace up your shoes, this is on camp you don’t want to miss. Each player registered by June 6 will receive a camp T-Shirt!
Register by June 6
Climbing Camp
$40 Members | $50 Non Members
Monday-Friday, June 17-21
9-10am
Join us for a Climbing 101 camp that will teach the basics of climbing and bouldering. Campers will learn special techniques used in the art of climbing.
Register by June 11
Kroc Tots Multi-Sports Camp
$40 Members | $50 Non Members
Monday-Thursday, July 15-18
Ages 5-8 | 9-10am
Ages 9-12 |10:15-11:15am
Get your child active this summer at our multi-sports camp! In this program, your child will play a different sport each day. Some sports we will focus on are; Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, obstacle training and more. Our focus is to offer a variety of sports. Each camper will receive a water bottle.
Register by July 11
Ninja Training
$32 Members | $40 Non Members
Led by an instructor, these obstacle courses have been created for each individual age group. Students can expect to improve upon their agility and coordination during their Ninja Training classes. Students will meet once per week for four weeks. Please register for the proper age group determined by the age of the student at the time of the class.
Session 1: June 4-25 | Register by May 30
Session 2: July 9-30 | Register by July 2
Registration Opens April 1
AGES 4–6
Tuesdays, 1-1:45pm
AGES 7–9
Tuesdays, 2–2:45pm
AGES 10–12
Thursdays, 3–3:45pm
Pom Pon & Dance Camp
$32 Members | $40 Non Members
Monday-Thursday, July 22-25
10-11am
Join the QND Pom Pon Team and Coaches for a fun, exciting, & memorable dance camp at the Kroc Center. Open to boys and girls ages 3-14. Every camper registered by June 9 will receive a camp T-Shirt! Campers will learn a dance routine and perform it at the Farmers Market on Saturday, July 27 at Washington Park.
Register by June 9
Summer Paddle Battle
Pickleball Tournament
$40 per team of 2
Saturday, June 15 | 8am Start
Join us for our second annual Summer Paddle Battle Pickleball Tournament! Tournament will be held at Upper Moorman Park in Quincy, IL. Divisions will be: Open Recreational and Open Competitive. Open to Ages 16+.
Register by June 11
Open Pickleball
Members Free | Non Members $850 per day
2024 Spring Session
Thursdays, 9am–Noon | Through April 25
Come in and play pickleball! This is not a led class and is first come first serve, participants will be responsible for creating a rotation amongst themselves if players are there waiting to play. It is the responsibility of the participants playing to set up and put away the net and equipment. All participants must check-in at the control desk beforehand. All skill levels are welcome. Equipment will be provided, however participants are welcome to bring their own paddles. All TSA Kroc Center gym and facility policies apply.
Ages 18 & under must be accompanied in the gym by an adult player.
Learn to Play Pickleball
Members Free | Non Members $850 per day
2024 Fall Session TBA
Learn to play pickleball! This program will be a class style format where participants are taught how to play and then have the rest of the time to play amongst others to sharpen their skills. Even if you have a basic understanding of the game, but would just like to freshen up on the rules or interpretations of the game, this is a class for you! Open gym for pickleball will take place after each class, so feel free to stay and play even more after the class has concluded.
Ages 18 & under must be accompanied in the gym by an adult player.
Pickleball Leagues – 2024 Fall TBA
Open style of doubles play, meaning any partner combination of men or women is welcome. Each game will have a 45 minute play time. Teams are guaranteed 7 games, a 7 week regular season will be followed by a single-elimination playoff tournament. Maximum of 10 and minimum of 4 teams per division. Pay your team fees in-person at the Kroc check-in desk or by calling 217-222-KROC.
Pickleball League Info
Rec Pickleball
Tuesdays, TBA | First game at 6:30pm
This league is designed for players with background knowledge of pickleball and enjoy friendly competition. This is the perfect league for those that are just starting out, or those that enjoy a slightly slower style of play. Each game will have a 45 minute play time. Teams are guaranteed 7 games, a 7 week regular season will be followed by a single-elimination playoff tournament.
Register by Jan 9.
Open Competitive Pickleball
Thursdays,TBA | First game at 6:30pm
Ready to battle with the best of the best? This competitive division is for those players that play at an advanced level. Play within this league will be fast paced. Each game will have a 45 minute play time. Teams are guaranteed 7 games, a 7 week regular season will be followed by a single-elimination playoff tournament.
Register by Jan 9.
Toddler Time
Free for Members \ $3 Child per week Non Members
Summer Sessions
Tuesdays | 8:30-11am
- May 21
- June 18
- July 16
- August 20
- September 17
This special drop-in playtime is just for parents and toddlers! Enjoy social time with other moms and dads while your little ones play in the gymnasium. All toddlers must be accompanied by an adult the entire time. Equipment will be provided for open play.
Ages 5 and under
Men’s Basketball
$350 per team | Ages 18+
Due to an updated construction time line, we now are able to run the same full court Basketball League as we have in the past.
- 5 V 5
- 7 weeks regular games and playoffs to follow.
- 4 teams minimum and 8 teams maximum
Register by Mar 20.
Recreational – Silver
Tuesday Evenings, Mar 26 – May 14
Designed specifically for those that enjoy a recreational style of play. College basketball players under 35 are not allowed in this league.
Competitive – Gold
Thursday Evenings, Mar 28 – May 16
Competitive by nature? This is the league for you. Play within this league is much faster. College basketball players under 35 must play in this league.
Volleyball – Adult Leagues
$240 per team of 6
There’s a place for everyone with our recreational and competitive volleyball leagues. Schedules will be released the week prior to the start of the season. Game times will be limited to 40 minutes out of respect for the other teams within the league. Maximum of 8 and minimum of 4 teams per division. Pay your team fees by either stopping by our facility at 501 Vermont St. or calling 217-222-KROC.
Volleyball League Info
CO-ED
Rec Volleyball
Mondays, Jan 15 – March 11 | First game at 6:30pm
Designed specifically for those that enjoy a recreational style of play. No spiking in front of the ten-foot line for men or women. Teams of 6, with a minimum of 2 of each gender (teams can play with up to 4 men or up to 4 women on the court). Each team is guaranteed 8 games, a 7 week season will be followed by a single elimination playoff tournament.
Register by Jan 9.
CO-ED
Competitive Volleyball
Fridays, Jan 19 – March 15 | First game at 6:30pm
Competitive by nature? This is the league for you. Men must spike behind the ten-foot line, but play within this league is much faster. Teams of 6, with a minimum of 2 of each gender (teams can play with up to 4 men or up to 4 women on the court). Each team is guaranteed 8 games, a 7 week season will be followed by a single elimination playoff tournament.
Register by Jan 9.
Members climb for FREE!
Rock Wall
ALL MEMBERS CLIMB FREE!
Non-Member Youth $3 | Adult (18+) $5
Wednesdays | 4-7pm
Fridays (April 12 & 26 only) | 4-8pm
Saturdays | Noon-5pm
Looking for a challenge and a unique workout? The Kroc Rock Climbing Wall is one of the exclusive features our facility offers free to our members and is the go-to wall in the area!
Climbing builds confidence, focus, and critical thinking skills. Experienced instructors are always on hand, during climbing hours, to belay and show proper techniques.
The Rock Wall is available to ages 3 and up. Those 11 years & under must have a parent/guardian present. Ages 12–15 must have a parent in the building while ages 16+ may be alone. Additional optional shoe rental charges may apply.
Click here for current venue hours. Signed waivers are required.
Golf Club Rentals Adult & Youth
$30 per set
•Includes golf bag & clubs
•Set size is based off the child’s height.
•Please have height info when registering.
•Limited availability.
•Must pick up at & deliver back to The Kroc Center
Our golf club rental program allows your child to utilize a set of golf clubs for the entire golf season March 1 – October 31 for a one time rental fee.
We offer 8 different sizes of clubs so that your child can play and learn golf effectively with the proper equipment for their height. Take advantage of this money-saving opportunity!