Welcome to the Halifax Minor Baseball Little Slugger Program!

Little Sluggers is a fun and engaging program designed just for kids aged 4 and 5!  Our goal is to introduce young players to the basics of baseball in a way that keeps them excited, active, and learning.  With age-appropriate instruction, our coaches will help your child develop fundamental skills like hitting, throwing, catching, and base running—all while having a blast on the field!

We use soft training baseballs to ensure safety and keep things fun. Through interactive drills, skill stations, and small-group activities, children will build coordination, teamwork, and confidence.

Little Sluggers is all about developing early baseball skills in a supportive and positive environment.  Your child will make new friends, gain confidence, and create special memories—all while learning to love the game of baseball!

Program Details

Six 1-hour sessions will be held on May 3rd, 10th, 24th, 31st, June 7th & 14th.

Sessions are grouped by age:

9:00 – 10:00 AM – Younger players

10:00 – 11:00 AM – Older players

Since this is a skill development program to prepare for T-ball and beyond, there are no formal games.

What to Expect

Each week your child will rotate through five to six different activity stations, spending about 8 minutes at each one practicing important baseball skills in a fun, hands-on way.  In previous years we found it helpful for parents to stay close to the younger children to facilitate water breaks and station changes.  One parent per child is encouraged to stay at field level and watch - our field is always full of smiles!  Older Halifax Minor Baseball players will be there to help coach and guide the Little Sluggers.

New this Season!

• Indoor sessions will be held at BMO Soccer Centre (210 Thomas Raddall Drive, Halifax)!
• Moving Little Sluggers indoors to the BMO Soccer Centre will help us avoid rainouts and keep the children in a warm and dry environment each week.
• Parent participation is encouraged (1 adult per child).  A different parent/caregiver can attend each session, but only one is allowed on the field at a time. 
• Each child should bring a helmet, baseball glove, athletic attire, indoor sneakers, and a spill-proof water bottle with their name on it. A personal bat is optional.
• Your child will receive a Little Sluggers baseball hat and shirt at the first session!

We can’t wait to see your little slugger on the field!