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Crookshank Elementary: Tuesdays 2:45 - 4:15 pm

Q1: 8/18/26 - 10/6/26

Q2: 10/13/26 - 12/8/26

Q3: 1/12/27 - 3/2/27

Q4: 3/30/27 - 5/18/27

✅ Join at any time and receive pro-rated registration. You receive 16, 8, or 4 consecutive weeks from your desired start date based on your program selection.

Backyard Rule is proud to offer Crookshank Elementary “Extra Innings”, a 90-minute after-school program that teaches fundamental baseball and softball skills in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment where we emphasize sportsmanship, foster teamwork, and build confidence. Classes are hosted weekly on school grounds and are open to boys and girls grades 1-5.

Who Can Join

  • Boys & girls in grades 1–5

  • Kindergarten students may join if an older sibling is enrolled

All skill levels welcome — from beginners to experienced players.

Price & Discounts

  • 16-weeks: $475 (best value)

  • 8-weeks: $275

  • 4-weeks: $150

  • Individual day: $40

You will receive 16, 8, or 4 consecutive classes beginning on your selected start date, depending on the package you choose. Email nate@backyardrule.com to inquire about available scholarships or to obtain discount promo codes for siblings and SJCSD employees!

What we do

Each session is designed to keep kids safe, engaged, and active:

  • School ends and Backyard Rule students are sent to meet their coach (usually in the cafeteria), who takes role and informs the school of any absent students

  • Pow-wow: a short group discussion encouraging sportsmanship, teamwork, fair play, etc.

  • Warm-up: footwork, stretching, and partner drills

  • Group drills: hitting, fielding, and throwing drills in small group rotations

  • Tournament: form teams and play

What to Bring

Students do not need to bring any gloves, bats, helmets, or other equipment of their own. All bats, balls, and training equipment are provided by Backyard Rule and are made of soft/lightweight material. Students should bring/wear:

  • A refillable water bottle

  • Closed toed gym shoes: please no sandals or heels

  • Weather appropriate athletic clothes (shorts, tee-shirt, etc.)

Pickup & Dismissal

When our program ends students are either walked back to their teacher or are walked to the parent pickup line to be released to a parent, guardian, or other individual listed on their authorized pickup list.

  • Your authorized pickup list can be updated by emailing nate@backyardrule.com

  • Please drive safely, especially when on school grounds

  • If you are running late do not rush, simply inform the school or Backyard Rule of your ETA

Safety & Supervision

  • All coaches are trained and background-checked

  • Our low student to coach ratio increases overall supervision and class management

  • Activities follow structured group rotations for safety and engagement

  • Program aligns with school campus rules and procedures

Weather & Cancellations

In the event of inclement weather or school-related closures:

  • Sessions may be modified, relocated, or canceled do to hurricane days or scheduling conflicts

  • Make-up options, credits, and refunds are offered when applicable

  • Families will be notified via email or text as soon as possible

Refund & Withdrawal Policy

  • All sales are final and refunds/credits are not issued for sick days, drop-outs, or missed classes

  • Illnesses, injuries, and family emergencies resulting in consecutive missed classes may qualify for refunds or class credits and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis

  • Refunds will not be issued based on student satisfaction with the program

  • Full or partial refunds and(or) class credits will be provided if a canceled class cannot be made up or if a program session is unable to complete its scheduled number of days

Behavior Expectations

We maintain a positive, structured environment where students are expected to:

  • Listen to their coaches instructions and participate in activities

  • Avoid inappropriate language and gestures

  • Participate safely and responsibly

  • Show kindness and respect to others

Students who are unable to meet expectations may be removed from the program if necessary.

Questions?

For registration help, discount promo codes, or program questions, contact:

Coach Nate
nate@backyardrule.com

Response time: typically within 24–48 hours

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Hello everyone and thank you for taking the time to review our program! In 2015 I launched Backyard Rule with the goal of sharing my love for the game with others. I am so thankful for the incredible support this community has shown us with their participation in our summer camps, after-school programs, and other events.

I believe our value goes far beyond teaching fundamental skills. Encouraging a child to get back up and try again, recognizing sportsmanship and fair play, and fostering a healthy attitude are at the core of Backyard Rule. Yes, your student will learn how to throw, hit, and catch, but the real takeaway from this program can be summed up in one word: FUN!

I’m very proud that our program has earned a reputation for being welcoming and inclusive for all types of players, from beginners to advanced. We strive to strike a balance between healthy competition and a true developmental experience, rather than a win-at-all-costs mindset. We believe the best kind of victory is an undisputed one—earned honestly, without the need to argue or bend the rules. These are the kinds of lessons we aim to teach our participants at a young age, helping to build a strong foundation of character as they grow into young adulthood.

Thank you very much for reading! For additional information about Backyard Rule please email:

nate@backyardrule.com