Winter 2023 Adult Guide

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Founded in 1911, the Community House is a non-profit organization promoting sports, educational, and arts programming for children and adults. The historic building features a fitness center, theater, rental space and garden. As an independent 501(c)(3) we receive no tax dollars and rely on donations, memberships and program fees to sustain our organization. The Community House is proud to have served generations of Winnetka residents and North Shore families.

Members and Non-Members from Winnetka and surrounding communities are welcome to participate in any of our classes, programs, lectures, and events.

How to get involved:

Become a Program Member

For a once-yearly membership fee you will enjoy priority registration and special pricing for all classes and programs.

Membership: mycommunityhouse.org

Become a Donor

We greatly appreciate and rely on our generous donors to bring high-quality sports, educational, and arts programming to the community. A portion of our yearly operating budget comes from donors just like you! Please consider making a tax-deductible gift of any size.

Donations can be made:

• In person: Community House reception desk

• Phone: (847) 881-9362

• Mail: Community House, 620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093

• Website: mycommunityhouse.org/giving

Become a Volunteer

Looking to get involved, consider becoming a Community House volunteer! We rely on our wonderful volunteers to help host many popular community events. We can’t do it without you!

• Volunteer: (847) 446-0537

Community House

620 Lincoln Ave., Winnetka, IL 60093

Ph: (847) 446-0537

mycommunityhouse.org

Board of Govenors

Neil Golden, Chair

Peter Eatherton, Vice Chair

Marcia Sutter, Secretary

Rob Schriesheim, Treasurer

Sally Anderson, Member at Large

Susan Snyder, Member at Large

Raheela Anwar

Lee Betsill

Susan Cellmer

Van Crocker

Hunter Davis

Courtney Finlayson

Kim Frezados

Bob Gauch

Betsy Hammond

Duncan Healy

Tommy Hudgins

Kate Kligora

Betsy Landes

Jordan Prager

Emily Rose

Anne Crum Ross

Steven Soehn

Kate Uniowski

Susanna Ver Eecke

Carrie Compall, CTW President

Elizabeth Stucker, Woman’s Board President

Community House Staff

Amy Skalinder, President

Kate Brower, Finance Manager

Mike Buscher, Director of Operations

Michael Demiglio, Maintenance Manager

Patrice Eason, Office Manager

Cam Johnson, Director of Advancement

Andrea Koran, Marketing Manager

Patti Ruiz, Program Manager

Mark Schusteff, Facility Manager

Jeff Wahl, Program Manager

Kelsey Wright, Advancement & Events Manager

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Community House is to enrich the lives of North Shore residents, their families and friends by providing diverse educational, cultural, social and recreational opportunities for people of all ages. This 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization is funded through our programs and the generosity of our donors.

ACCESSIBILITY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

For persons with disabilities, the Community House is accessible from the north parking lot at the canopied entrance off the Pine Street parking lot, or through the south entrances.

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lovely spring event presented by the Community House Woman’s Board will feature architecturally unique and aesthetically beautiful residences on a self-guided tour. All proceeds from this event benefit the Community House.

Monday-Friday:

Community House Fitness Center

State-of-the-Art Equipment

• Concept II Rowing Machines

• Cybex ArcTrainers

• FitTurf (40 yards of training turf)

• Free Weight Equipment

• Helix Lateral Trainers

• Life Fitness Cross Trainers

• Life Fitness Spinning Bikes

• Life Fitness Strength Training Equipment

• Life Fitness Treadmills

• Life Fitness Upright & Recumbent Bikes

• Matrix Steppers & Climbmills

• NuStep Recumbent Cross Trainer

• Precor Adaptive Motion Trainers

• Precor EFX Eliptical Trainers

• Sci-Fit Arm Bike

PLUS MEMBERSHIP AMENITIES:

Peloton® Experience Studios

Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership

$15 per Ride for Fitness Center Basic Members & Non-Members

Our Peloton Experience Studios are designed to allow you to take a class in the comfort of your own private studio — just you, the Peloton, and over 7,000 on demand classes to choose from!

Group Exercise: Powered by FitnessOnDemand®

Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership

$15 per Class for Fitness Center Basic Members & Non-Members Bring your friends and come to the Community House for our fantastic, new Group Exercise program, powered by FitnessOnDemand.®

HydroMassage Lounger

Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership $15 per Session for Fitness Center Basic Members & Non-Members Boost your workout recovery, reduce stress, increase circulation, and relieve muscle soreness with our HydroMassage Lounger.

Childcare

Included with Fitness Center PLUS Membership $15 for Basic & Non-Members / $5 each additional child

Our child care staff provides a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children age 8 weeks and older while you work out at the Fitness Center or take a class here at the Community House. We welcome children for 1½ hours each visit.

Meet Your Fitness Center Trainers!

Bob Davis

Bob has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 2001. Bob enjoys working with seniors and teens as well as those with special needs including rehabilitation. Helping those in the gym complements Bob’s career in sports media that has taken him to multiple NFL Superbowls, and the NCAA Basketball Final Four. Bob is certified through the International Sports Science Association.

Dolores Ohlwein

Dolores has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 1991. She enjoys helping clients maintain a healthy lifestyle by using the following methods: functional training, core/balance exercises, weight training, weight bearing exercises, and stretching. She is certified through the Idea International Association of Fitness Professionals with an emphasis in exercise and aging.

Patryk Ruta

Patryk joined the Community House Fitness Center team in February of 2020. With experience training serious athletes, weekend warriors, and everyone in between, Patryk has a passion for helping his clients achieve their goals. His expertise makes him an ideal trainer for athletes looking to build strength and boost their performance. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Studies and is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine (Performance Enhancement Specialization). Patryk is also a Certified Functional Strength Coach.

Chris Treiber

Chris has been assisting members of the Community House Fitness Center in reaching their fitness goals since 1996. His specializations are training for strength, functional movement, balance and older adult populations. Chris’s experience makes him one of the most sought out trainers on the North Shore. Chris is certified through the American Council on Exercise, the Functional Aging Institute (Functional Aging Specialist) and the Gray Institute (Applied Functional Science).

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FITNESS

Chair Yoga

This gentle chair yoga practice is for adults of all ages, including those with mobility limitations due to aging, injury, or recent recovery from a surgery. Learn to create flexibility and space in your body, use effective breathing techniques, and work on stability and balance. Celeste Cifala Roy, of Everybody Move, Inc., is a certified yoga instructor with over 20 years of experience.

Instructor: Celeste Cifala Roy Age 18 & Up M: $95 / NM: $119

16594 W Noon-12:45 pm 1/18-2/8 16595 W Noon-12:45 pm 2/15-3/8 16596 W Noon-12:45 pm 4/12-5/3 16597 W Noon-12:45 pm 5/10-5/31

WORKSHOPS

Make Health Your Hobby: 3-Session Series NEW!

This 3-part series will introduce the main components of leading a healthy lifestyle. Each week will be an interactive discussion with strategies and practical tips to get you thinking and putting new habits into practice. Workshop 1: Just Eat Real Foods will examine how eating better foods makes us feel better. We will discuss what foods we should choose more of and what to avoid.

Workshop 2: Move More covers why regular exercise is so important, and how to find what you enjoy and start doing it.

Workshop 3: Stress Less will discuss how stress impacts our bodies and minds and tips to reduce it.

Instructor: Mollie Lawniczak Age 18 & Up

M / NM: $129 16598 Tu 11 am-Noon 1/17-1/31 16599 W 6-7 pm 4/12-4/26

Simple Meal Planning NEW!

Meal planning is an important strategy for sticking to a healthy lifestyle. Planning makes it much easier to choose healthier foods and saves time and money. During this session, we will create a weekly meal plan with your foods and discuss healthy food choices to include in your planning.

Instructor: Mollie Lawniczak Age 18 & Up M / NM: $45 16602 W 6-7 pm 3/15

Truth About Emotional Eating NEW!

Do you ever find yourself heading straight to the kitchen when you are stressed? or continuing to eat even when you are not hungry but because you were bored or tired? During this workshop, discover and learn the latest techniques for managing common eating triggers, learn how to eat more intentionally and not on autopilot, and how to feel more in control of your eating.

Instructor: Mollie Lawniczak Age 18 & Up

M / NM: $85

16600 W 10 am-Noon 2/22 16601 Tu 6-8 pm 5/9

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P RIVATE & SEMI PRIVATE LESSONS:

• Piano

• Violin

• Banjo

• Mandolin

• Percussion

• Voice

With Dan Rosa

Multi-instrumentalist Dan Rosa offers instruction on a number of different instruments. Regardless of age or skill level, you’ll gain a strong musical foundation — learning music theory as well as the fundamentals. Dan’s unique approach is structured entirely around your needs. Beginner and advanced students welcome! NOTE: Each lesson is 30 minutes. Payment is made directly to Dan Rosa. Fee must be paid 48 hours in advance of the first music lesson.

DANCE

Adult Ballet (Virtual)

This class will be held virtually using Zoom.

Instructor: E. Marc Nevins Age 18 & Up M / NM: $253 16760 Th 1-2:15 pm 1/12-3/23 M / NM: $207 16761 Th 1-2:15 pm 4/6-6/1

MUSIC LESSONS

PRIVATE LESSONS:

• Guitar

• Bass Guitar

• Ukulele

With Brandon Seyferth

Want to learn to play a string instrument or looking to advance your skills? Our experienced and patient teacher Brandon Seyferth offers instruction in rhythm guitar, lead guitar, bass, and ukulele. Learn the songs and styles you want while gaining the skills needed to play your instrument. After establishing a solid foundation, you can learn and improve your ear training, singing while playing, songwriting, improvising, and more! Our instructor is committed to helping you reach your musical goals, whether you’re a beginner or more advanced. NOTE: Each lesson is 30 minutes. All lessons are on Wednesdays — your instructor will contact you to set up a time.

M: $390 / NM: $460

16727 W 3:30-9 pm 1/11-3/15

M: $333 / NM: $414 16728 W 3:30-9 pm 3/22-5/24

For more information or to register contact: Teacher Dan at DanielGRosa@ me.com or (310) 722-2112 Fee: $50 per lesson

Songwriter’s

Circle NEW!

Join our Songwriter’s Circle and make connections with other writers. Share your talents, perform your songs acoustically and give/receive feedback. All songs (music/lyrics or both) must be performed live by you or with an accompanist (piano will be provided). Multiple lyric/lead sheets must also be provided by you for other songwriters. Instrumental music (regardless of instrument) is also welcome! Event will be moderated by Community House music educator, Daniel Rosa.

NOTE: This class meets every 2nd Friday of the month.

Instructor: Dan Rosa M / NM: $210 Age 18 & Up 16750 F 7-8:30 pm 1/13-6/9

CREATIVE FUN!

Adult Chess

Each week you’ll enjoy an engaging lesson with time for guided play with others. You’ll grow your knowledge of the game from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics, and end game combinations. The chess program is open to all playing levels.

Instructor: Chess Ed Age 18 & Up M / NM: $286 16639 Tu 1:30-2:30 pm 1/10-3/21 M / NM: $260 16642 Tu 1:30-2:30 pm 4/4/2-6/6

Adult Sewing

This is the perfect opportunity to learn the basics of sewing and advance your skills! We will spend the first week of class learning about the sewing machine. The rest of the time will be spent working on projects.

Fabric, sewing supplies and sewing machine are provided. NOTE: You may choose to purchase additional specialty items.

Instructor: Ciao Bella Sewing Age 18 & Up M / NM: $216 16581 Tu 10 am-Noon 1/17-2/21

PICKLEBALL

DROP-IN WEDNESDAYS

MARTIAL ARTS

Traditional Karate emphasizes the principles and applications of a weaponless self-defense through the use of body dynamics and mental discipline. There are 11 belt levels (kyu) before first-degree Black belt (shodan). A new student is assigned the White belt rank (eleventh kyu). Students must fulfill requirements under practice conditions and in a test environment for promotion up to and including the Black belt (dan). NOTE: Uniforms, belts, tests, and tournaments are optional at an additional cost.

Karate—All Levels

Class curriculum enables the beginner student through advanced to develop an effective form of self-defense. This class will allow one to acquire the self-control and physical readiness to meet many of life’s challenges. Beginner through Black belt.

Age 11 & Up

M: $1,315 / NM: $1,709 16505 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30 pm 1/12-5/25 Sa 10:20-11:20 am 1/14-5/20

NO CLASS: 3/25, 3/28, 3/30, 4/1

JANUARY 11 - MARCH 22

APRIL 5 - JUNE 7

8 -10:30 AM FEE: $7

Taekwondo is a 2,000-year - old martial art that is accessible to people of all ages and physical abilities. Stu dents can improve concentration , and achieve lifelong physical fitness learn ing self-defense skills through Taekwondo NOTE: A $50 uniform fee is required at the first class. Belt testing is offered through KH Kim Taekwondo at an additional fee and is held twice a year. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gear.

Teen & Adult Taekwondo

Restricted to high school students and older, this program concentrates on Taekwondo techniques through the study of forms, stances and the skills of punching, kicking and blocking.

All Belts

Instructor: Oriental Arts Training Center

Age 14 & Up

M: $179 / NM: $235 16500 W 5:40-6:35 pm 1/11-3/22

M: $159 / NM: $209 16688 W 5:40-6:35 pm 4/5-6/7

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Puppy in training at the Community

House!

BIG SKY DOG TRAINING Dog Obedience Puppy

This class is designed as a positive and reward based Puppy Head Start Program. Your puppy will learn: focus and attention, sit, down, wait and stay, walking on a loose leash, walking through a door correctly and recall (come) to name a few. Each of the 6-week lessons will also focus on your concerns, like housebreaking, chewing and barking. This class will teach you the reasoning behind a puppy’s thought process as well as the prevention of and response to unwanted behaviors.

Instructor: Montana Hayes Age 14 & Up

M: $165 / NM: $205

16463 Sa 10-10:50 am 1/7-2/11

16511 Th 10-10:50 am 1/12-2/16

16513 Sa 12:10-1 pm 1/21-2/25

16527 Sa 10-10:50 am 2/25-4/8

16537 Th 10-10:50 am 3/2-4/13

16574 Sa 12:10-1 pm 3/11-4/22

16582 Sa 10-10:50 am 4/15-5/20

16572 Th 10-10:50 am 4/20-5/25

16584 Sa 12:10-1 pm 5/6-6/17

NO CLASS: 3/16, 3/18, 5/27

Big Sky Dog Training Classes

BIG SKY DOG TRAINING Dog Obedience Basic/Adult

This class is designed to review commands and increases the difficulty of exercises by extending the time and distance for each command. At each lesson you will be able to focus on your concerns, like housebreaking, chewing, barking and pulling on the leash, to name a few. This class will teach you how to effectively train your dog while getting your dog to merge into your schedule and lifestyle. People interested in obtaining their dog’s Canine Good Citizen Certification will be able to test at the end of the class.

Instructor: Montana Hayes Age 14 & Up

M: $165 / NM: $205

16464 Sa 11-11:50 am 1/7-2/11

16512 Th 11-11:50 am 1/12-2/16

16514 Sa 1:10-2 pm 1/21-2/25

16528 Sa 11-11:50 am 2/25-4/8

16538 Th 11-11:50 am 3/2-4/13

16576 Sa 1:10-2 pm 3/11-4/22

16583 Sa 11-11:50 am 4/15-5/20

16573 Th 11-11:50 am 4/20-5/25

16585 Sa 1:10-2 pm 5/6-6/17

NO CLASS: 3/16, 3/18, 5/27

Bring soft treats, 6’ leash (no retractable/expandable leashes), and clean-up bags to each class. Please do not wear sandals without a back strap. On the first day of class please bring: your dog’s vaccination papers (need to see only, you can keep), completed registration form which will be e-mailed to you prior to class, and $10 materials fee paid directly to the instructor (covers equipment and documents provided throughout the six week program). All recommended training methods will use positive reinforcement techniques. Dog training hand signals, voice command and a marker word will be used throughout the class along with the five basic rewards; touch, voice, loose leash, play, and treats. These programs are not appropriate for dogs which are reactive to people or other dogs.

CREATIVE PAWS DOG TRAINING

CREATIVE PAWS

Dog Obedience Puppy

Puppy Class provides a positive environment for socialization of puppies and people alike! Early socialization has been shown to greatly reduce the incidence of both humandirected aggression and dog-on-dog aggression, as well as anxiety and fear-based behavior problems. Additional topics covered are house training, mouthing, barking, and preventing behavior problems. Obedience behaviors of sit, coming when called, and walking on a leash will be introduced. This class is appropriate for puppies ages 2-4 months old. All dogs must have at least 2 rounds of vaccinations prior to class.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter

Age 14 & Up

M: $165 / NM: $205

16462 Tu 6-6:50 pm 1/10-2/14

16524 Tu 7-7:50 pm 2/28-4/11

16612 Tu 6-6:50 pm 4/25-5/30

NO CLASS: 3/28

CREATIVE PAWS

Dog Obedience 101

Obedience 101 teaches the basics of obedience: sit, down, stand, recall (coming when called), stay, and heel — everything your companion dog needs to know! Both verbal commands and hand signals will be used. Dogs of any age may take this class. Positive reinforcement techniques will be used, so please bring food rewards or a small toy with you to class.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up

M: $165 / NM: $205

16525 Tu 7-7:50 pm 1/10-2/14

16461 Tu 6-6:50 pm 2/28-4/11

16613 Tu 7-7:50 pm 4/25-5/30

NO CLASS: 3/28

CREATIVE PAWS Dog Obedience 102

Obedience 102 is focused on honing the skills of Obedience 101. Additional levels of difficulty and distractions will be added. Dogs of any age may enroll provided they have a basic knowledge of basic obedience commands: sit, down, recall (coming when called), stay, and heel.Creative Paws classes allow one participant age 14 and up per dog in class. No retractable leashes allowed. Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up

M: $165 / NM: $205

16460 Tu 8-8:50 pm 1/10-2/14 16614 Tu 8-8:50 pm 4/25-5/30

CREATIVE PAWS

Dog

Obedience Rally

Rally is a fun spin on traditional obedience for both the dog and the handler! Rally is a sport in which ALL dogs are encouraged to participate. Dogs must have strong heeling skills to take this class. Obedience skills of sit, down, stand, stay, heeling, and coming when called will be worked on in the context of an obstacle course of obedience exercises.

Instructor: Ashlee Trotter Age 14 & Up

M: $165 / NM: $205

16526 Tu 8-8:50 pm 2/28-4/11

NO CLASS: 3/28

Creative Paws Classes

Creative Paws classes allow one participant age 14 and up per dog in class. No retractable leashes allowed. Please bring food to be used as training rewards to each class.

event space

We have a variety of beautiful, year-round rental spaces. After being around for 100 years, one thing the Community House knows is how to throw a party! We have event space for weddings, fundraisers, graduations, bar/bat mitzvahs, and other celebrations up to 200 guests.

“ Wonderful staff, wonderful space, wonderful caterer — our guests had a fantastic time. The Community House is my go-to for rental space! ”

— Elizabeth A.

HOW TO REGISTER

Registration received through the mail, or in person will be processed by 5 pm the next business day. The best way to ensure that your registration is processed immediately is by registering online at mycommunityhouse.org.

PRORATED POLICY

Classes may be prorated if you would like to enroll in a class after it has started, provided the instructor has space and allows for late registration. The supervisor must approve the prorated amount.

CANCELLATION OF CLASSES

Register early! Prior to the start of any class, registration is reviewed to determine if the enrollment is sufficient to hold the class. Do not wait until the day of the first class to register or you may find the class has been canceled due to low enrollment.

REFUND POLICY

Full refunds will be issued for classes that are cancelled due to insufficient registration. Should COVID-19 require a return to virtual programming or a combination of virtual and in-person programming, we will issue pro-rated refunds for any programs that can not be completed through a virtual or combination platform. Other refunds, less a 10% service charge (not to exceed $25), may be granted if the refund request is received five full working days prior to the start of the program. No refunds will be allowed after this time unless a medical condition develops and a written explanation from a physician on his/her letterhead is presented. Due to advanced reservation requirements, no refunds for trips, outings or special events will be given.

EMERGENCY CLOSINGS

The Community House intends to keep its facilities and programs operating whenever possible. There are times, however, when weather, road conditions or facility malfunctions dictate that programs and/or services must be canceled or temporarily postponed or entire facilities closed. In order to provide employees and patrons with a safe and secure environment in which to work and play, the Community House reserves the right to close a particular facility or cancel a program when deemed necessary.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

If School District 36 cancels classes for the entire day, all of the Community House children’s programs (including Childcare) starting before noon will be canceled. Decisions on all adult programs and children’s programs starting after noon will be made on a case-by-case basis. Please check mycommunityhouse.org for complete details on class cancellations.

RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS

The Community House makes every effort to avoid scheduling programs or events on religious holidays. Anyone affected will be offered the option of attending a session of the same program on a different date as a make-up, or receiving a prorated refund of the series fee for the date missed.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The Community House is not responsible for the supervision of children on site prior to or remaining on site after the established program times. The Community House is handicapped accessible. If you or any member of your family has special needs, please see a staff member. The Community House receives no tax dollars. We are supported by our programs, fundraising events, our annual campaign, and donations.

HAVE A COOL IDEA FOR A CLASS OR PROGRAM AT THE COMMUNITY HOUSE?

LET’S DO IT!

Work with our team to craft a customized program in theater, dance, music, sports, fitness or education. If you are interested in creating or teaching a Community House class, please contact Jeff Wahl at jeffw@mywch.org.

620 Lincoln Ave. Winnetka, IL 60093 (847) 446-0537 mycommunityhouse.org

The Community House is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that receives no tax dollars. Donations from generous friends and neighbors like you directly impact this community and the people we serve.