At Next Level Sports (NLS), we are looking to break down the barriers between youth and high-quality sports training. We are looking to 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 hope to 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.

Why Next Level Sports?

Company Overview

In 2022, Next Level Sports (NLS) was created with the purpose of getting more young people involved in sport. Our founders, Arden McClean and Erin Carter, have seen firsthand the gaps in sport in London and the surrounding area. Our parent organization, BGC London (the Boys and Girls Club), works to ensure that all youth have equal access to life resources. BGC London has been offering programming for youth since 1956, and has been continually expanding, offering more youth programs in different areas. NLS looks to add youth programming in sport to BGC London's portfolio.

Program Offerings

Program offerings will continue to be updated as we confine to solidify and plan programs.

Click on the links to jump to the program description and registration.

• NEW - Academy
• NEW - Bouldering
• NEW - Volleyball
• Gymnastics
• Karate
• NLS League
• NEW - Coach Support - Email Erin Carter with any questions you have, ecarter@bgclondon.ca
• Volunteer Opportunities

Academy

A year-long program for high school youth. Join us Tuesdays and Thursdays for open gym, DIY supper club and fitness room. Work with our coaches who have experience in sport, fitness and coaching!

DIY Supper Club: 4:00 to 5:00 pm, make your own supper! Different meals each day, have fun with food and eat with staff and friends!

Open Gym: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 to 8:00 pm. Games, challenges and organized sport for 60 minutes. General themes will be posted on our socials each week.

Fitness Room: 5:00 to 7:00 in the fitness room on the first floor. Set goals, try our weekly challenges and work with our coaches each week!

Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, during the school year

Ages: High school

Cost: BGC Youth Membership ($50 per youth, valid for one year starting on the date of purchase)

Click here to register for NLS Academy!

Bouldering

Through a partnership with Junction Climbing Centre, we are so excited to bring a bouldering program to London Youth! BGC London will be providing transportation from the Club to J2 (1828 Blue Heron Dr.).

Bouldering is a challenging, fun, exciting way to learn rock climbing.

Dates: Starts Wednesday, January 11, 2023 to February  15, 2023

Ages: Grades 6 to 8, Grades 9 to 12

Location: 184 Horton Street East

Cost: FREE (registration is required; limited spaces available)

Schedule and Registration

Please note that the class times also include 30 minutes of travel time to and from the Club.

Class Time	Link to Register on RecDesk
Grades 6 to 8, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.	HERE
Grades 9 to 12, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.	HERE

NLS Volleyball

Join our experienced coaches and volunteers to learn the fundamentals of volleyball! Learn to pass, set hit and more. Our coaching staff has been coaching for 3 years in London and is passionate about developing an inclusive, supportive and diverse sport program.

Starting January 15th, 2023!

Benefits:

• Team Environment
• Experienced Coaches and Mentors
• Goal Setting and Skill Development

Ages: Upper Elementary School (grades 6-8) - Co-ed, all genders are welcome!

When: Sundays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Location: 184 Horton Street East, London - BGC London

Cost: $175 for BGC Members; $200 for Visitors

Register here for NLS Volleyball!

Gymnastics

A 10-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!

Dates:

• Fall Session - Tuesday, September 27th, 2022 to Tuesday, November 29th, 2022
• Winter Session - Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 to Tuesday, March 14th, 2023

Ages: 6 to 10 years old (Grade 1 to 5)

Location: 184 Horton Street East, London - BGC London

Cost: $100/session for BGC Members and Visitors

Schedule and Registration

Class	Link to register
Fall Session - September 27th to November 29th, 2022	Registration is closed for this session.
Winter Session - January 10th to March 14th, 2023	HERE on RecDesk

Karate

A 10-week program where youth can explore the fundamentals of karate, self-defense, and physical movement with an experienced coach.

Dates:  Winter Session - Sunday, January 15th to Sunday, March 19th, 2023

Location: 184 Horton Street East, London - BGC London

Cost: $65/session for BGC members or $80/session for Visitors

Schedule and Registration

Grade Level	Class Time	Link to register
Grades 1 to 3	10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	HERE on RecDesk
Grades 4 to 8	11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.	HERE on RecDesk

NLS League (Basketball)

If you are looking to be part of a basketball team that competes weekly and works together to get better? Then NLS is the team for you. Sundays for 10 weeks, you will be in the gym with the other teams, practicing and competing. Scores will be kept, and individual points will be tallied.

Starting January 15th, 2023

Benefits:

• Team Environment
• Experienced Coaches and Mentors
• Goal Setting and Skill Development

When: Upper Elementary School (grades 6-8): Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. (Co-ed, all genders are welcome!)

Cost: $175 for BGC members; $200 for Visitors

Register here for NLS League

Volunteer Opportunities

We have lots of volunteer opportunities for high school and post-secondary students. We have a volunteer coordinator who processes all of our volunteers to process background checks, and reference checks and aligns you with programs that best support your goals.

APPLY HERE

OR Email Erin Carter at ecarter@bgclondon.ca for more information about volunteer opportunities with NLS.

NLS Program Model

Our program model is based on the community's need for a structured, organized sports program that allows athletes to move through programming at their own pace. By using a levelled model, and an individualized approach to training/goal setting, we can help participants achieve individual goals.

Click here for more information on the NLS program model.

Community Partners