Handball

An intro to team handball on Thursday evenings. A fast, fun crossover sport for soccer players.

Ages:Ages 9 and up
Who:Coed
Where:DC Bilingual · Takoma Park Middle School

Who it's for

Kids ages 9 and up (ideal for ages 9 to 14) who want to stay active, sharpen their coordination and try one of the world's most dynamic sports. No handball experience needed.

When and where

Fall 2026, Part 2

Open

Dates:Oct 15 to Nov 19, 2026
Schedule:Thursdays, 6 to 7pm
On:Oct 15, Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 19
Where:DC Bilingual, 33 Riggs Rd NE, Washington, DC 20011

Part 2 (6 weeks): $120

Winter 2027

Open

Dates:Jan 9 to Feb 20, 2027
Schedule:Saturdays. Aux Gym. Times coming soon
On:Jan 9, Jan 23, Jan 30, Feb 6, Feb 20
Where:Takoma Park Middle School, 7611 Piney Branch Rd, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Winter 2027 (5 Saturdays): $100

DC Bilingual
33 Riggs Rd NE, Washington, DC 20011
Parking: Parking is behind the school. The entrance is from Riggs Rd. NE.
Indoors and outdoors
Takoma Park Middle School
7611 Piney Branch Rd, Takoma Park, MD 20912
Parking: Parking on campus. Use the door by the parking lot, near the cafeteria.
Indoors

What's included

Weekly one-hour practices with Coach Pierre
Passing, movement, positioning, shooting and teamwork
Agility, balance and awareness that carry over to soccer

Coach

Pierre Hedji
Director of Football

What to bring

Your own ball for every practice
Running or indoor shoes
Water

Questions?

Email Coach Pierre at pierre@dcxiproject.com.

Where next

The next step up the ladder after Handball.

CompeteOpen
2026-27 season
Elite Academy
Year-round teams for players ready to make soccer their main sport. A real pathway to college and beyond.
- Ages:Ages 6 to 18
- When:Mid-August 2026 to mid-June 2027
- Price:From $2,430