Next Level Sports
High level training every child can enjoy
At Next Level Sports (NLS), we’re looking to break down the barriers between youth and high-quality sports training. We fill the gap between recreational sports and competitive sports to allow youth from all backgrounds and skills to continue to learn and grow in sport.
Through community partnerships, we build strong ties to the sports community in London, and ensure that all athletes, regardless of skill and ability, have access to the programming they deserve.
Each program is driven by three primary goals:
Learn new skill and master the fundamentals of sport
Increase fitness
Have fun
happening this summer!
Registration is now open for all of our summer 2024 programs! Click here to register on RecDesk >
Leagues
Our 8-week League programming is a unique and fun opportunity for youth ages 9 to 13. The program is broken down into 3 phases; fundamentals, understanding the flow, and game play.
Each phase is building towards the final showcase between all communities!
Leagues are offered in 4 communities: Komoka, Lucan, Thorndale and London starting July 2nd, running until August 25th (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday respectively).
Volleyball: 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Basketball: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Cost (includes t-shirt and final showcase): $85 per BGC Member, per program / $100 per BGC Visitor, per program
All programs can be subsidized through community partners. Please contact Erin at ecarter@bgclondon.ca.
Skills Academy
Skills Academy is a 4-day program (Tuesday-Friday) that combines sport and a life skill! It is a fun, daytime opportunity for youth ages 9 to 13 to get out of the house, and work on some important life skills.
Skills Academy is offered in 2 communities: Ilderton and Thorndale*.
Cost: $100 per BGC Member, per program / $115 per BGC Visitor, per program
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A 4-day program where participants get to participate in the BGC version of the classic TV show game Survivor. Daily challenges, immunity and more.
Thorndale: August 13 to 16, 2024
Ilderton: July 16, 17, 18 & 19, 2024
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Learn the fundamentals of flag football through skill building drills and game play. Each day participants will learn a new skill and a new phase of the game!
Ilderton: July 8 to 12, 2024
Thorndale: August 6 to 9, 2024
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A 4-day program where participants get to cook and bake some of their favorite recipes, finalizing in a BGC Master Chef on the final day. During the off time, participants get to play classic lawn games, crowing a champion at the end of the week.
Ilderton: July 23 to 26, 2024
Thorndale: August 20 to 23, 2024
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With games and skill development each week, this 4-day program will finish with a big game of soccer baseball while learning what it means to be a good leader on and off the field.
Ilderton: July 2 to 5, 2024
Thorndale: July 30 to August 2, 2024
Spring session 2024
NLS is excited to bring The Next Level of programming in spring 2024!
The next level will be available for basketball (learn the flow), volleyball (learn the flow), gymnastics (intermediate) and karate (intermediate). To register for these programs, we recommend participants to have a background in the sport or have taken one or more of our programs in the past.
Registration for Spring 2024 sessions are now closed.
Learn the Flow (Basketball & Volleyball)
Learn the Flow focuses on developing a strong understanding of the game's flow outside of the fundamental skills. The program will still include work on the fundamental skills, but the emphasis will be on translating them into game play.
Spring 2024: 4-week program starting Saturday, March 23rd and ending April 20th (No programs on March 30th).
Fall 2024: To be announced
Intermediate (Gymnastics* & Karate)
Intermediate focuses on developing new skills and strengths outside of the fundamentals. More emphasis will be on developing strength and stamina during movements and on the mat.
Spring Gymnastics: Starts Monday, March 18th
*To register for the Intermediate gymnastics program, we ask that all participants have a strong bridge, cartwheel and handstand.
Spring Karate: 4-week program starting Saturday, March 23rd and ending April 20th (no programs on March 30th)
Fall 2024: To be announced
Current program offerings
Basketball
Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Ages 10-13. Any gender.
This is a 9-week skill development program. The goal is to learn the fundamentals of the game, decision making and teamwork. Some of the skills participants learn are:
Dribbling
Footwork
Shooting
Defensive and offensive movements
Karate
Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Grades 1-3, and Grades 4-6. Any gender.
A 9-week program where youth can explore the fundamentals of karate, self-defense, and physical movement with an experienced coach. Some skills you will learn are:
Self-defense
Kata (a choreographed sequence of techniques)
Cardio and strength training
Gymnastics
Register for Monday or Wednesdays, from 5:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Ages 6-10 (recommended for Grades 1 to 5). Any gender.
A 9-week gymnastics program for children. This program will be run by a highly experienced and knowledgeable gymnastics coach who is known for teaching great technique! Some skills you will learn are:
• Cartwheels
• Balance and core strength
• Jumping and mat work
Volleyball
Saturdays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Ages 10-13. Any gender.
This is a 9-week skill development program. The goal of this program is to learn the fundamentals of the game, decision-making, and teamwork. Some of the skills you will learn are:
Passing
Setting
Attacking
Defensive and offensive movements
At the end of this program, participants have the opportunity to participate in a final community showcase where participants can show off their new skills!
We are offering this program in 3 different communities: London, Ilderton and Thorndale.
School-year program offerings
Fitness Room
From Monday to Thursday, our fitness room is open to high school age youth from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For the price of a BGC Youth Membership (approximately $50/12 months) youth can use the fitness room after-school.
Recess Sport Program
During the school year, Next Level Sports partners with local elementary schools to provide sport specific programming and leadership opportunities during lunch time.
After-School Programming at BGC London
The Club’s after-school program in London is called Evening Adventure. From Monday to Friday, Next Level Sports coaches are in the Gym to help support participants who want to learn more about sports.
Volunteer Opportunities
We have a variety of volunteer opportunities during the months of September to June. To inquire about volunteer opportunities in sport reach out to Erin by email.
To apply for a volunteer position, click here to learn more about the application process.
Our Community Partners
