Ages 6–10
Little Champions
Our beginner group: fun games that build confidence, coordination and a love of the game. No experience needed, and parents are welcome to stay and watch.
Key facts
- Ages
- Ages 6–10
- Who it's for
- Start here if your child is new to cricket
- When
- Mon & Tue · 6pm–8pm
- Where
- Russell Jarvis & Highglen
- Fees
- $250 / month
- Next free session
- Tue, Nov 10 · 6–8 pm
What your child will learn
Skills for the whole game
Introduction to cricket fundamentals through fun, engaging activities that build coordination and love for the game.
- Basic batting and bowling techniques
- Hand-eye coordination development
- Team building and social skills
- Fun-focused learning environment
Catching and throwing
Games with plenty of turns that build hand-eye coordination.
First batting
A comfortable grip and stance, and the fun of hitting the ball.
First bowling
Simple, safe actions, aiming at a target.
Playing together
Taking turns, listening to a coach and cheering on friends.
A typical session
How a session runs
- 1Warm-up gamesRunning, chasing and catching games to get everyone moving.
- 2Skill playShort stations: throw, catch, hit.
- 3Mini-gameA simple game where every child gets a turn.
- 4Wrap-upA high-five, a few words from the coach and one fun thing to try at home.
Order and timing change with the group.
Fall & Winter 2026–27
Sessions
- Monday · 6pm–8pmAges 6–10 Beginners · Russell JarvisTry it free: Monday · 6pm–8pm
- Tuesday · 6pm–8pmAges 6–10 Beginners · HighglenTry it free: Tuesday · 6pm–8pm
Booking online saves your place straight away. Schedule updated November 1, 2026.
Your coaches
50+ years of coaching between them
The Markham Cricket Academy coaching team works across every program.
Gerard RajendramHead Coach & Founder · 25+ years
Mandeep Inder BawaCricket Coach · 10+ years
Hasantha MendisSenior Coach · 15+ years
Questions
About Little Champions
My child has never played. Is that OK?
Yes. Every program welcomes beginners, and the coach places your child in the right group at the free session.
Can I stay and watch?
Of course. Parents are welcome at every session, and little ones love it when you join the warm-up.
What does my child need for the first session?
Running shoes, comfortable clothes and a water bottle. Please ask a coach before buying a bat; the right size depends on height.
How do we move up?
The coach suggests the next step when a player is ready.
Still deciding?
Ask a coach anything about Little Champions.