Youth & Teen

Art Lessons

You will be introduced to the fascinating world of artistic expression. Artistic quality is within everyone and there are skills and techniques you can learn in order to express those qualities externally. Enjoy learning and expressing these skills while the artist within you comes alive. Variety of media including charcoal, pencil, watercolor, pen, ink and acrylic will be introduced. You will also learn to observe your surroundings and use your imagination as you increase your awareness of artistic concepts. Please provide your own Masterson Paint Keeper Box. Location: Jewett Park Comm Ctr Instructor: Susie Mason Min/Max: 5/12

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AGE: 8-13

252603-01 1/5-3/16 (11) W 4:45-6:15P

AGE: 13-15

252603-02 1/4-3/15 (11) Tu 6:30-8P $193/240

$194/241

Voice Lessons

Do you love to sing? Would you like to improve your sound, learn proper form and techniques? Voice lessons are a great way to build confidence and poise. Each 30 minute lesson will be tailored to meet your needs and goals. Madeline Morris, MM, Music Education, has been teaching and performing since 1997, and is a member of the Apollo Chorus of Chicago and a former voice student of Anne Marie Ouverson Bice of NU. Private and semi-private lessons are available. Following registration, the instructor will contact you to set up a time. Location: Jewett Park Comm Ctr Age: 5 + Instructor: Madeline Morris Min/Max: 1/12

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PRIVATE

242704-01 1/10-3/14 (8) M 30 Minutes 242704-02 1/15-3/12 (9) Sa 30 Minutes

SEMI-PRIVATE

242704-04 1/10-3/14 (8) M 30 Minutes 242704-05 1/15-3/12 (9) Sa 30 Minutes No class dates: Sect. 01: 1/17, 2/21; Sect. 04: 1/17, 2/21 $269 $302

$178 $200

Youth Ceramics

In this class, we will learn the basic techniques of hand building in clay. We will create both functional and decorative pieces and learn to glaze and paint our finished work. Location: Jewett Park Comm Ctr Grade: K- 5 Instructor: Audrey Pam Min/Max: 3/8

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252601-01 1/6-3/17 (11) Th 5:45-6:45P $280/349

Youth Yoga

This class is run by professional yoga instructors from Chicago Loves Dance. We supply the mats all you need to do is come ready for some yoga and stretch! In this class kids will learn beginning yoga movements, terms and yoga based games to make learning fun. Yoga in early childhood is wonderful for improving listening skills, building self-esteem and supporting social and emotional learning. Location: Jewett Park Comm Ctr Grade: 1-6 Instructor: Chicago Loves Dance Min/Max: 5/26

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240001-02 1/5-3/16 (11) W 6-7P $170/211

Basketball 101

Develop early basketball skills such as shooting, dribbling and passing, along with the basic rules of the game. All instruction is game/ drill oriented with mini games played every week. This class is for the basketball beginner looking to understand the game, learn new skills and have fun! Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 6-8 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

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231129-01 1/8-2/5 (5) Sa 11A-12P 231129-02 2/12-3/19 (6) Sa 11A-12P $85/105 $100/124

Soccer 101

Players are introduced to the fundamentals of soccer tactics such as passing the ball, offensive moves, defensive moves, keeping/controlling the ball and taking the ball away from the opposing team. Players learn to score and prevent goals. Physical endurance and fitness are emphasized while touching the ball. At this age, the focus starts to change from simple games to organized, tactical, competitive games. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 6-8 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

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231134-01 1/5-2/2 (5) W 5-6P $85/105 231134-02 2/9-3/16 (6) W 5-6P $100/124

Winter 2022

Basketball 102

The next step in basketball instruction, this class will build upon the fundamentals taught in the Basketball 101 class. A slightly faster paced environment will be geared around competitive play, encouraging tactics such as attacking the basket and aggressive defense. Players should have basic knowledge of the rules and be able to dribble comfortably in order to succeed in the class. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 7-9 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

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233002-01 1/3-2/7 (5) M 5-6P $85/105 233002-02 2/14-3/14 (4) M 5-6P $70/87 No class dates: Sect. 01: 1/17; Sect. 02: 2/21

Pegasus FC Soccer Training

Soccer activities include a combination of small-sided gameplay, individual ball work, speed and agility and a variety of entertaining games to reinforce the “skill of the day.” As a result, players of all skill and age levels are appropriately challenged so they can gain a true love for the game of soccer. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 7-8 Instructor: Pegasus FC Min/Max: 6/14

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233003-01 1/6-2/3 (5) Th 4:30-5:30P $80/99 233003-03 2/10-3/17 (6) Th 4:30-5:30P $95/118 Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 9-10 Instructor: Pegasus FC Min/Max: 6/14

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233003-02 1/6-2/3 (5) Th 5:30-6:30P $80/99 233003-04 2/10-3/17 (6) Th 5:30-6:30P $95/118

Total Sports

This class features a new sport each week. Some of the sports taught and played include basketball, floor hockey, football, kickball, soccer, and baseball. In addition, participants play many popular running and group games. Children have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 7-9 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

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231135-01 1/6-2/3 (5) Th 6:30-7:30P 231135-02 2/10-3/17 (6) Th 6:30-7:30P $85/105 $100/124

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Everyone Has Fun! Build Your Own Athletic Program

Gather your friends and build your own athletic program! Do you want to participate in some of the amazing programs the Deerfield Park District has to offer, but are worried about being in a class with others that you may not know? We can help you shape your own recreation “pod” experience with your friends. The Deerfield Park District is partnering with Hot Shots Sports to bring you this program. Your “pod” can have up to nine kids. Gather your group that you feel safe participating with to start your own program and reach out to Jim Gariti 847-572-2627 or email him at jimg@deerfieldparks.org for more information.

Soccer 201

In the next stage of their progression, players increase their playing stamina and speed in an up-tempo game like atmosphere. The clinic’s specific technique training involves strength and placement shooting, landing on the shooting foot, precision passing, settling the ball with various body parts and advanced fundamentals and skill maneuvers. Most importantly, players are taught game concepts that will improve their decision-making and overall game. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 9-13 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) Day Time R/NR

231139-01 1/5-2/2 (5) W 6-7P 231139-02 2/9-3/16 (6) W 6-7P $85/105 $100/124

Hitting the Fundamentals Clinic

This unique program is designed to break down different basketball skills to better understand each component of the game. Each week will focus on a different fundamental basketball skill to better enhance the overall player. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 3-8 Instructor: Hoops4 Health Min/Max: 4/16

Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) Day Time R/NR

233008-01 1/3-2/7 (5) M 4-5P $155/183 233008-02 2/14-3/14 (4) M 4-5P $125/155 No class dates: Sect. 01: 1/17; Sect. 02: 2/21

Volleyball Skills Clinic 101

This clinic includes instruction on all major volleyball skills; serving, passing, setting and attacking. Players receive a solid foundation of these fundamental skills through fun and active drills, building up to team play. Kneepads are recommended. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 7-9 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

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233011-01 1/3-2/7 (5) M 6-7P 233011-02 2/14-3/14 (4) M 6-7P No class dates: Sect. 01: 1/17; Sect. 02: 2/21 $85/105 $70/87

Volleyball Skills Clinic 201

This clinic focuses on progressing all skills including, transitioning from free ball, offense, defense, and developing specific positions. This is a great opportunity for players to enhance their skill level and knowledge of the game. Kneepads are recommended. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 10-13 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

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233012-01 1/3-2/7 (5) M 7-8P $85/105 233012-02 2/14-3/14 (4) M 7-8P $70/87 No class dates: Sect. 01: 1/17; Sect. 02: 2/21 40 | deerfieldparks.org

Basketball 201

Players begin to develop more advanced skills such as various guard/ post techniques, setting screens, moving without the ball, and offensive spacing. Defensive instruction includes man-to-man, denying the ball, help-line and boxing out. Players spend time developing their shot using proper mechanics to be effective further from the basket. Scrimmages are played every week. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 8-12 Instructor: Hot Shots Sports Min/Max: 4/16

Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) Day Time R/NR

233038-01 1/8-2/5 (5) Sa 12-1P $85/105 233038-02 2/12-3/19 (6) Sa 12-1P $100/124

Beginning Rhythmic Gymnastics

If you like music, dance, tumbling, and creativity, you have to try rhythmic gymnastics. It combines the beauty and artistry of dance with the strength and power of tumbling. Gymnasts perform routines to music using hand apparatus such as ribbons, balls, hoops, ropes and clubs. In the beginner class, girls will learn the basic body positions, elementary apparatus handling and musicality. Gymnasts may wear leotards or basic dance clothes. Hair should be pulled back from the face and neck. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 5-12 Instructor: Staff - TBA Min/Max: 4/20

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231114-01 1/3-3/14 (11) M 5-6P $192/230 231114-02 1/5-3/16 (11) W 5-6P $192/230 231114-03 1/6-3/17 (11) Th 5-6P $192/230 231114-04 1/8-3/19 (11) Sa 11A-12P $192/230

Youth Indoor Triathlon

The perfect introduction to the world of Multisport. This indoor event will be held at the Sachs Recreation Center. Athletes will participate in a 5 minute timed swim, a 15 minute timed bike ride and a 10 minute timed run. The goal will be for each participant to cover as much distance as possible in the time allowed for each of the three disciplines. Each participant will need to provide their own swimming, biking and running gear. The Sachs Recreation Center will provide the indoor stationary bikes. Locker rooms will be available for changing clothes before, during and after the event. This is a non-competitive event, meaning no age group awards will be given. We do, however, encourage each athlete to give their best effort during this event. Each participant will be provided with a goody bag. Location: Sachs Recreation Ctr Age: 10 - 13 Instructor: Staff - TBA Min/Max: 6/20

Activity-Sect. Date (#cl) Day Time R/NR

230001-01 3/12 (1) Sa 1-3P $15/18