Yokohama Stadium indoor practice facility has added three new dates for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars Play Ball School preschool program, designed for children from nursery school age to first-grade beginners, baystars.co.jp reported.
Additional Yokohama Stadium Dates Announced for Preschool Baseball Beginners
The preschool program expansion offers three new weekend sessions following high demand for previous schedules, according to baystars.co.jp. The sessions are tailored for young children with no prior baseball experience who want to learn basic skills in a playful environment.
Coaches instruct participants in fundamental actions such as throwing, hitting, and catching, utilizing various tools for movement-based play. According to baystars.co.jp, the curriculum also incorporates movements from other sports to help improve overall athletic ability and coordination for children taking their first steps into structured sports.
Yokohama Stadium Sessions Offer Varying Capacities and Pricing
The newly scheduled dates feature varying capacities and take place on Saturdays at the Yokohama Stadium indoor practice facility. Session one is set for November 7 with a 15-person limit per group. Session two is scheduled for November 28 with a 10-person limit per group. Session three takes place on December 5, accommodating up to 15 participants per group, as reported by baystars.co.jp.
Participation costs 2,300 yen per session, including tax. Families can register for multiple dates, though tickets must be purchased individually for each session. Registration operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and sessions require a minimum of four participants per group to proceed. Events falling below the minimum threshold may be cancelled or redirected to alternative times, baystars.co.jp noted.
Parents Can Support Children During Baseball Curriculum
The program is structured to accommodate children who may feel shy in new environments or families unsure of which sport suits their child best. Parents can participate alongside their children, providing extra support for participants who might find attending alone challenging, baystars.co.jp stated.
Curriculum design breaks down complex baseball movements into manageable components. For instance, the throwing motion is divided into seven distinct phases: gripping the ball, standing on one foot, stepping forward, twisting the torso, swinging the arm, releasing the ball, and following through to stop movement. Mastering these foundational elements helps young learners execute the actions smoothly, according to baystars.co.jp.
