youth programs
youth athletics KVPD Tumblers
Does your child love to tumble? Well, we have the perfect class for you! This class will focus on enhancing and developing the existing skills your child holds, and teach them a routine of movement to thrill the fans. Tumblers will perform for parents on the last day of class. Participants will receive a t-shirt! Instructor: Leotis Davenport Location: Rec Center Fee: $32 Ages: 7-13
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Sept. 9 – Oct. 14 Wed Oct. 15 – Nov 25 Wed
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5:00 – 6:00 p.m. 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
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314307-01 314307-02
Youth Basketball League
Showcase your skills this winter at the KVPD Rec Center! Emphasis will be on Fun, Learning, Participation, and Good Sportsmanship. Teams will meet once a week on Monday or Tuesday for practices and games will be played on Saturday mornings. All players and coaches will receive an award at the end of the season for their participation. We need volunteer coaches to ensure the success of our league. Practices starts week of January 4th, and teams will play a total of 7 games Ages: 6 – 7, 9 – 10 & 11 – 12 Location: RecCenter, 150 N. Indiana Ave., Kankakee, IL Fee: 11 – 12 years old, $50.00; 9–10 years old, $45.00; and 6 – 7 years old, $40.00 Practice Days: Mon or Tues Deadline: January 15, 2016
Date: Day: Time Feb 1 – Mar 19 Sat 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Winter Break Camp
Parents are your kids off from school, and you’re not sure what they’re going to do for winter break? Let them enjoy their break having fun with KVPD. There will be athletic activities, art and crafts, puzzles, board games, free play, and movie time. Each day will focus on a different activity. Please send your child with a sack lunch! Children must be registered by the Friday before each session is to begin. Ages: 6 – 12 Fee: $22 per child/per 3 day session Location: RecCenter, 150 N. Indiana Ave., Kankakee, IL
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Dec. 21 – Dec. 23 Mon – Wed 11:00 a.m – 4:00 p.m. 321503-01 Dec. 28 – Dec. 30 Mon – Wed 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 321503-02
Practice and Play Basketball
Boys and girls will learn specific basketball skills such as, shooting, passing, and dribbling. Emphasis will be on Fun, Learning, Participation, and Good Sportsmanship. This is a practice and play program so players will meet once a week. There will be 3 classes devoted to skill development and 3 classes devoted to games. Participants will receive a t-shirt! 4th/5th graders are encourage to participate to gain the competitive edge! Instructor: KVPD Staff Location: RecCenter, 150 N. Indiana Ave., Kankakee, IL Fee: $32 Age: 7 – 12
Date: Day: Time: Sept. 8 – Oct. 13 Tues. Oct. 20 – Nov. 24 Tues.
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Parent & Tot Gym Time
Parents bring your kids to the RecCenter gym to play and socialize. Socialization is an important process in early childhood development and it’s good for parents too! Toys, games, and equipment will be provided, no pre-registration required just drop in. Location: RecCenter, 150 North Indiana Ages: 0 – 5 Fee: $1 per child, parents are free
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Mon.-Thurs.
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Art Start Studio-Mom and Me Classes
“Give your child the gift of Art.” Five to seven open ended activities are introduced each class period, with all supplies being provided. Preregistration is required at least five days prior of each class. Students will use fine are materials such as sketchbooks, clay, canvas, mat frames, and print making equipment. Ages: 2– 5 Fee: $22 per child per class Location: RecCenter, 150 N. Indiana, Kankakee Min/Max: 4/10
Date: Day: Time: Sept. 15 Oct. 13 Nov. 17 Dec. 15
Tues Tues Tues Tues
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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311001-01 311001-02 311001-03 311001-04
Art Start Studio
Using exercises based on the Monart School Method, we teach artists shape recognition, and the foundation of drawing, progress into technique along with elements of art and design. Classes explore art media and techniques of master artists as well as diverse styles found in art from around the world. Our instructors approach the education of each student based on the needs, interest, and skill level of each individual. Art Start Studio stimulates each artist’s growth and development through visual art in a non-judgmental studio. Preregistration is required. Ages: 6 – 10 Fee: $22 per child per class Location: RecCenter, 150 North Indiana, Kankakee Min/Max: 4/10
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Sept. 3 Oct. 1 Nov. 5 Dec. 3
Thurs. Thurs. Thurs. Thurs.
5:15 – 6:15 p.m. 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. 5:15 – 6:15 p.m. 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
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321004-01 321004-02 321004-03 321004-04
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4:45 – 5:45 p.m. 324303-01 4:45 – 5:45 p.m. 324303-02
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