Western Springs Recreation Department Summer 2023 Activities Brochure

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Programs: Summer 2023

Resident Registration Starts: Thursday, April 6 at 8:30am Non-Resident Registration Starts: Thursday, April 13 at 8:30am Register online at: https://wsprings.recdesk.com

For detailed information on how to register go to: https://wsprings.com/RecDesk

REGISTRATION POLICIES & PROCEDURES:

• Register on-line at https://wsprings.recdesk.com

OFFICE HOURS:

Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

(708) 246-9070

wsprings.com/recreation

• A paper registration form can be downloaded here. Drop off completed forms at the Recreation front desk or in the drop box located to the right of the Recreation Center’s main doors with a check (written to Western Springs Recreation) or cash.

• Returned checks will be charged a fee per Village of Western Springs policy.

• The Recreation Department reserves the right to correct or modify program information due to errors, omissions or changes. Errors can happen in printing so please check our website for the most current information/corrections/changes before registration.

• Fees listed in the brochure are for Western Springs’ residents and grade school students that attend any school in Western Springs or at La Grange Highlands School, and high school students that attend Lyons Township High School. Resident fees are noted as “R”. Nonresident fees are noted as “NR”.

• Late Registrations: Programs will generally not be prorated if registering within the first 2 weeks of the program start date.

• For programs using the Western Springs Park District facilities, a $10/youth or a $20/adult charge is included in the fee.

PROGRAM CANCELLATION POLICY

CANCELLATIONS AFTER REGISTRATION HAS BEEN ENTERED INTO SYSTEM:

• There will be a 10 day grace period from registration day to cancel a program without a charge. After that time period there will be no charge to transfer to a different program or cancel a program and put money back on your household account. However, there will be a $5.00 charge to refund the money to your credit card.

CANCELLATIONS AFTER THE SESSION STARTS:

• A prorated percent of the class fee plus a $5.00 cancellation fee and any direct program material costs will be refunded unless the program is cancelled by the Recreation Department or a physician’s excuse is presented.

• No refunds will be issued after the 3rd week of the session or halfway through the class, whichever comes first.

• Programs that meet only 1 or 2 times require three business days notification to be eligible for a refund.

• Refunds can be credited to your Household account, back to the original credit card or a check will be issued. Refund checks will be issued approximately within thirty days after notification of cancellation.

• No refunds for missed classes. No refunds for unused punch cards.

RECREATION POLICIES

FEE ASSISTANCE: If you are aware of any children who are being denied the right to participate in recreation programs due to the fee structure, kindly inform the Rec Dept. Requests will be considered on an individual basis

BEHAVIOR STANDARDS: The following standards are set to ensure that all participants can have an enjoyable time while participating in the programs and activities listed in this book. It is unacceptable behavior to use profanity or other inappropriate language; to be disrespectful or show non-compliant behavior; to cause intentional damage or defacing of property; to cause continuous disruptive behavior to classes or programs; or to exhibit any aggressive act (hitting, kicking, biting, etc.) which is initiated or in retaliation. Temporary removal or permanent suspension from the program and/or facilities may result if behavior standards are not maintained.

PHOTO/VIDEO POLICY: The Village of Western Springs Recreation Department occasionally takes pictures or videos of participants in classes and special events. Please be aware that these photos are for Village use only and may be used in future Village publications, on our website, or in marketing materials All photos/videos become the sole property of the department.

MISSION STATEMENT OF THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT

To provide the residents of Western Springs and surrounding communities with healthy, creative and learning experiences whereby people can meet, share and unite in a community of common interests and ideas; and to provide aesthetically pleasing, safe and properly maintained facilities for programs and activities.

COOP PROGRAMS

The Western Springs Recreation Department coops with other park districts and recreation departments to offer additional activities. Western Springs residents receive resident rates from the other organizations. Below is a list of locations.

• La Grange Recreation Center—536 East Ave, La Grange, IL 60525

• Denning Park—4903 S. Gilbert, La Grange, IL 60525

• Sedgwick Park-48th St & 10th Ave, La Grange IL, 60525

• Robinhood Park-1121 E 31st St, La Grange Park, IL 60526

• The Lodge at Katherine Legge Memorial Park-5901 S County Line Rd, Hinsdale, IL 60521

NEW NEW PROGRAMS

The Western Springs Recreation Department strives to offer programs for all residents. New programs are added to gauge interest and can become permanent programs if there are enough registrants.

WESTERN SPRINGS PARK DISTRICT FEES $

The Western Springs Park District is a separate government entity from the Village of Western Springs and its Recreation Department. The Park District owns and maintains the parks throughout the Village. Contact the Park District to reserve park facilities. The Village of Western Springs Recreation Department pays a per user fee to the Park District for use of their facilities. Currently, the Park District receives $10/youth participant and $20/adult participant per program, which is included in the program fee that the Recreation Department charges participants and is noted by the symbol above. Additionally the Village of Western Springs pays the Park District an additional yearly base fee of $29,000 for use of the facilities.

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•Over 130 dance classes – scheduled for Preschooler through Adult; Classes for Beginners through Advanced Levels

•Specialized Pre-school and Kindergarten classes: Twinkle Stars, & Top Hats & Tails (just for boys) –scheduled to accommodate Your schedule!

•Classes are technique based – not competition based.

•Small Classes - maximum 12 per class for ages 3 – 5

• Customer Service – Desk staff are available during class times to provide assistance

Qualified Instructors: instructors are either certified, degreed, or masters/professional, energetic, enthusiastic, and encouraging!

• Choice of more than 1 teacher for each dance type to fit your dancer’s Personality

Schedules and Registrations in person OR: On-Line at www.josfootworkstudio.com

CALL NOW (708) 246-6878 – REGISTER NOW!

FOR YOUNGER DANCERS... Hats & Tails – just for boys; HIPPITY HOP (boys & girls)! MUSICAL THEATER – find POMS (Ages 5 & 6) FOR THE OLDER AND divisions in accordance to the UDA (Universal training in pom technique and the elements of Poms (ages 4-5), All Star MiniPoms (ages 6-9), + ), Plus the new Poms Conditioning. TAP UE - this is not the typical tap class – you’re working on the ankles, sounds, speed, mastering tap rudiments (basics) and putting them to use in the appropriate level; shading sounds loud to soft!

And introducing IRISH DANCE for ages 3 through teen, with world champions Kevin & Jenny Murray of the Academy of Irish Dancing.

FOOTWORK FOLLIES 2019 – 35 Years!

Our year-end performances are tentatively scheduled for June 14 & 15 (Tentative dress rehearsal dates are June 11 & 12). Note: The Studio makes best effort to put all family members in the same performance. However, due to the complexity of the lineups for the performances, family members may need to attend more than one performance. Costume measuring occurs and costume fees are due during Session II. For complete schedule information, scan the QR code or visit www.josfootworkstudio.com, or stop by the WS Recreation Center 1st floor, or our office (1500 Walker Street – 2nd floor) to pick up a brochure, or email us at josfootwork@gmail.com

(708)246-9070 • www.wsprings.com/recreation

Village of Western Springs | Recreation Department

46TH ANNUAL TOWER TROT

https://wsprings.com/towertrot

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

In-person Registration and race packet pick up:

Grand Avenue Community Center gym

4211 Grand Avenue Western Springs, IL 60558

Friday, May 26th, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM

Pre-Registration On-line: www.wsprings.com/towertrot

Race day Registration and race packet pick up:

Saturday, May 27th, 7:00 AM-8:00 AM at Grand Ave.

Community Center

7:00-8:00 am – 10k, Double & Fun Run

7:00-9:00am – 5k

Pre-Registration Fees:

5K - $30 Resident/$35 Non-resident

10k- $35 Resident/$40 Non-resident

Double (10K & 5K) - $40

Fun Run - $10 (ages 9 and under – less than 1 mile)

All fees increase $5 after May 26th

RACE INFORMATION:

Date/Time: Saturday, May 27th

8:30 AM – 10K & Double Start

8:45 AM – Fun Run for kids

9:30 AM – 5K Start & Double continuation

The Western Springs Tower Trot will be partnering with the Healing Hearts for Ashley Foundation. The foundation is committed to raising awareness for Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy and to support research for the Cardiovascular Genetics Group at Lurie Children’s Hospital

Village of Western Springs | Recreation Department

SUMMER ACTIVITIES

SUMMER CAMPS

SAFETY VILLAGE

This exciting program will teach 5 and 6 years olds 55 different facets of safety in a fun and engaging way. The children will delight in driving the pedal cars through the streets of a miniature Western Springs practicing good safety mixed with lessons, songs, movies, and live characters. Each child will make a real 911 call, hop up on a fire truck, a police car, and an ambulance. As well as practice “escaping” from our fire safety house and be entertained by lifesaving lessons by Cinders the Fire Dog, Beltman, Buckle Bear, McGruff, Sparky and uniformed police and fire personnel.

AGE: 5-6 yrs as of 9/1/23

DAY: Monday – Thursday

DATE: 6/19-6/29 *No class 6/23

LOCATION: Safety Village at the WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Safety Village of Western Springs & WS Rec Staff

REG DEADLINE: 6/17

FEES (R/NR): $115.00/$144.00

TIME: 8:30 AM-10:00 AM

MIN/MAX: 20/51

TIME: 10:15 AM-11:45 AM

MIN/MAX: 20/75

SAFETY VILLAGE AND COMBO CAMP

Extend the fun and add this combo camp to your child’s schedule. Includes Safety Village 8:30-10am & Tower Camp 10 am-11:30 am. The Tower Camp will begin 1 week before Safety Village starts. On the days within this session when Safety Village is not scheduled (6/12-6/16, 6/23 & 6/30), Tower Camp will run 8:30 – 11:30 am.

AGE: 5-6 yrs as of 9/1/23

DAY: Monday – Friday

DATE: 6/12-6/30

LOCATION: Safety Village at the WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: WS Rec Staff

MIN/MAX: 12/24

REG DEADLINE: 6/9

FEES (R/NR): $205.00/$256.00

JUST FOR TOTS CAMP

(Children must be fully potty trained.)

GREAT SUMMER FUN while socializing with friends in your neighborhood park! Campers will enjoy participating in organized activities designed to promote fun, play, exercise, and creativity. Games, songs, sports activities, stories, art projects, and snack time will keep our campers busy! Exciting summer themes make the activities even more appealing to young campers! Children should wear gym shoes and outfits suited for active play and messy art projects and bring a backpack with the following items: water bottle and peanut free snack. Staff is made up of College and High School students.

AGE: 3 ½ - 5 years

TIME: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

INSTRUCTOR: WS Rec Staff

MIN/MAX: 12/24

LAIDLAW (MON, WED, FRI)

DATE: 6/12-6/30

REG DEADLINE: 6/9

FEES (R/NR): $125.00/$156.00

DATE: 7/5-7/21

REG DEADLINE: 6/30

FEES (R/NR): $112.00/$140.00

DATE: 7/24-8/11

REG DEADLINE: 7/21

FEES (R/NR): $125.00/$156.00

FOREST HILLS (TUES, THURS)

DATE: 6/13-6/29

REG DEADLINE: 6/9

FEES (R/NR): $93.00/$116.00

DATE: 7/6-7/20

REG DEADLINE: 6/30

FEES (R/NR): $79.00/$99.00

DATE: 7/25-8/10

REG DEADLINE: 7/21

FEES (R/NR): $93.00/$116.00

SPECIAL EVENTS SUMMER ACTIVITIES

FATHER’S AND KIDS 1ST FLIGHT

Kids, grab your dad and join us for the annual kite creation day! During this morning event you and your dad will spend some quality time together. Enjoy some pancakes for breakfast followed by designing their very own kite! Once kites are created, we will fly them out in Sedgwick Park! Come and join the fun!

AGE: 3 and older

DAY: Saturday

DATE: 6/17

TIME: 9:00 AM-10:30 AM

LOCATION: Sedgwick Park -LaGrange

INSTRUCTOR: LG Staff

MIN/MAX: 3/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/15

FEES (R/NR): $30.00/$39.00

Addl child $20.00/$25.00

BIKE SCAVENGER HUNTS

TOWER CAMP

School age children will enjoy organized activities designed to promote socialization, self-esteem, creativity, and fun! Summer themes add excitement to the games, art projects, sports activities, contests, stories, special events, and snack time. Children should wear gym shoes and outfits suited for active play and messy art projects and bring a backpack with the following items: water bottle and peanut free snack. Staff is made up of College and High School students.

AGE: 5 ½ - 8 yrs

TIME: 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

INSTRUCTOR: WS Rec Staff

MIN/MAX: 12/30

FOREST HILLS 3-DAY (TUES, THURS, FRI)

DATE: 6/13-6/30

REG DEADLINE: 6/9

FEES (R/NR): $125.00/$156.00

DATE: 7/6-7/21

REG DEADLINE: 6/30

FEES (R/NR): $112.00/$140.00

DATE: 7/25-8/11

REG DEADLINE: 7/21

FEES (R/NR): $125.00/$156.00

FOREST HILLS 5-DAY (MON-FRI)

DATE: 6/12-6/30

REG DEADLINE: 6/9

FEES (R/NR): $155.00/$194.00

DATE: 7/5-7/21

REG DEADLINE: 6/30

FEES (R/NR): $143.00/$179.00

DATE: 7/24-8/11

REG DEADLINE: 7/21

FEES (R/NR): $155.00/$194.00

Tweens, we know you like to use your cell phones! These hunts will take teams around town on their bikes taking photos of listed items. Teams should consist of 3 or 4 members. All team members must register individually and will need to list their team name upon registration. 1st & 2nd place teams will win prizes. Teams will depart from the Rec Center at about 3:45 pm. Please arrive on time. Teams need 1 smart phone, and all participants need a working bike. Great way to burn off calories and have some fun!!

AGE: 11-13 yrs

DAY: Tuesday

DATE: 7/18

TIME: 3:30 PM-5:00 PM

LOCATION: Rec – North Gym

INSTRUCTOR: WS Staff

MIN/MAX: 6/14 teams

FEES (R/NR): $7.00/$9.00 per person

THEME: OUTDOOR ITEMS

DATE: 7/18

REG DEADLINE: 7/14

THEME: NATURE

DATE: 7/25

REG DEADLINE: 7/21

EARLY CHILDHOOD

COOKING UP A STORY

Enjoy a summer morning by stirring up a recipe and reading a favorite storybook. This popular and enjoyable class will emphasis cooking knowhow and listening skills. Each child will bring home a delicious dessert-type treat. All recipes are nut free. Children must bring a peanut free snack and drink each week. Must be toilet trained for this class.

AGE: 4-7 yrs

TIME: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Kimi Briskey

MIN/MAX: 9/12

TOT ROCK

This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative, music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine with us!

AGE: 1-2 yrs with parent

DAY: Tuesday

TIME: 9:45 AM-10:25 AM

LOCATION: La Grange Recreation Center

INSTRUCTOR: Rock 'N" Kids

MIN/MAX: 2/6 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $48.00/$62.00

DATE: 6/6-6/27

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DATE: 7/11-8/1

REG DEADLINE: 7/9

KID ROCK

This interactive class has everyone on their feet! We all learn together while engaging in active, creative, music-based activities, while using rhythm instruments and movement props. All class procedures are designed to keep staff and students safe. Activities are age appropriate by class and include songs and rhymes, rhythm and coordination, fine and gross motor, imagination and sensory, listening and following directions skills. Sing, dance, play, learn and imagine with us!

AGE: 2-5 w/parent

DAY: Tuesday

TIME: 10:30 AM-11:10 AM

LOCATION: LaGrange Recreation Center

INSTRUCTOR: Rock 'N' Kids

MIN/MAX: 2/6 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $48.00/$62.00

DATE: 6/6-6/27

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DATE: 7/11-8/1

REG DEADLINE: 7/9

FEES (R/NR): $88.00/$110.00

DAY: Tuesday

DATE: 7/11-8/8

REG DEADLINE: 7/9

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 7/12-8/9

REG DEADLINE: 7/10

WRITERS WORKSHOP

Participants will study and learn about an established author of children’s books. Then select their topic of interest to begin writing their own book. They will dictate their words and ideas as they learn to organize and verbalize their thoughts. Each following class they will illustrate their previous work to build their masterpiece. Participants will end this session with a book to take home to be treasured forever. Children must bring a backpack with a set of markers to keep in the classroom and a peanut free snack and drink each week.

AGE: 4-7 yrs

DAY: Thursday

DATE: 7/13-8/10

TIME: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Kimi Briskey

MIN/MAX: 9/12

REG DEADLINE: 7/11

FEES (R/NR): $88.00/$110.00

EARLY CHILDHOOD

ANIMAL ENTHUSIASTS

Calling all zoo animal lovers! Join us for a full morning of fun as your child becomes more aware of animal behavior, care, and conservation. Hands-on learning activities will include stories, songs, crafts, and multi-sensory activities. Participants should bring a water bottle and a nut free snack. Children must be toilet trained.

AGE: 3-6 yrs

DAY: Mondays

DATE: 6/12-7/24 *No class 7/3

TIME: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Elizabeth Peterfeso, ECE certified

MIN/MAX: 7/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/10

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$125.00

I SPEAK SPANISH

Expand your child’s world! Introduce your child to the Spanish language in this Spanish immersion class developed especially for very young learners. Children will be immersed in the Spanish language through fun and educational activities and music. New and exciting material each session!

AGE: 3-6 yrs

DAY: Wednesdays

DATE: 6/21-8/2

TIME: 5:00 PM-5:45 PM

LOCATION: Grand Ave Community Center – WSCCA Rm

INSTRUCTOR: Language in Action, Inc.

MIN/MAX: 2/4 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 6/19

FEE (R/NR): $92.00/$115.00

LITTLE ACTORS CLUB

Children love this innovative drama class that develops their imagination and introduces them to the performing arts in a fun and creative atmosphere. Each week is a new and exciting adventure into the imagination with changing themes, music, and games. Participants learn theater terms, a short song, and a new joke every week, enhance spontaneity, build self-esteem, and have plenty of fun in this delightful class. Themes for upcoming classes will be announced on a weekly basis. Every session is different, and most themes are not repeated for two years so “act” now!

AGE: 3-5 yrs

DAY: Friday

TIME: 3:30 PM – 4:15 PM

LOCATION: LG Recreation Center

INSTRUCTOR: Shining Star Productions

MIN/MAX: 4/7 per agency

DATE: 6/16-7/21

REG DEADLINE: 6/14

FEES (R/NR): $55.00/$72.00

DATE: 7/28-8/18

REG DEADLINE: 7/26

FEES (R/NR): $44.00/$57.00.00

DINOSAUR DIG

Dig up some fun as children discover dinosaurs! We may even discover dinosaur eggs! Don’t miss out on the games, crafts, and snack. All supplies included on this excavation.

AGE: 3-5 yrs

DAY: Saturday

DATE: 7/8

TIME: 9:30 AM-10:30 AM 1:00AM-12:00 PM

LOCATION: LG Recreation Center

INSTRUCTOR: Staff

MIN/MAX: 2/4 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 7/6

FEES (R/NR): $25.00/$33.00

= COOPERATIVE PROGRAM

PARENT/TOT TUMBLING

Introduce your child to tumbling and gymnastics with this new class. Participants will move, stretch, jump, and tumble! Interact with your active youngster to help them progress from somersault to cartwheel in this fun class.

AGE: 2-3 yrs

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/19-7/31 *No class 7/3

TIME: 4:00 PM-4:45 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Gym

INSTRUCTOR: Chicago Loves Dance

MIN/MAX: 5/15

REG DEADLINE: 6/17

FEES (R/NR): $90.00/$113.00

TUMBLING FOR BEGINNERS

Introduce your child to tumbling and gymnastics with this new class. Participants will move, stretch, jump, and tumble! Watch your active youngster progress from somersault to cartwheel in this fun class.

AGE: 4-6 yrs

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/19-7/31 *No class 7/3

TIME: 5:00 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Gym

INSTRUCTOR: Chicago Loves Dance

MIN/MAX: 5/15

REG DEADLINE: 6/17

FEES (R/NR): $90.00/$113.00

YOGA/CHEER CAMP

Each day participants will start with the yoga portion. They will flow through positions concentrating on their breath and flexibility. Then will find their voice and learn the cheers and poms routine. Parents are welcome to attend the last 15 minutes of the last day to watch the cheerleader’s performance.

AGE: 6-12 yrs

DAY: Mon - Fri

TIME: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

LOCATION: Springdale Park

INSTRUCTOR: Chicago Loves Dance

MIN/MAX: 6/25

FEES (R/NR): $160.00/$200.00

DATE: 6/12-6/16

REG DEADLINE: 6/10

DATE: 7/10-7/14

REG DEADLINE: 7/8

SEASPAR (the South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation) enriches the lives of people through recreation by providing programs and services for individuals with disabilities served by the Village of Western Springs and eleven other communities.

SEASPAR offers a wide variety of year-round recreational opportunities for all ages, including:

• Physical Fitness

• Creative Programs

• Social Activities

• Trips and Community Outings

• Day Camps

• Adapted Sports

• Athletics & Special Olympics Training

• Adult Day Program

Have you Heard?

SEASPAR offers amazing summer day camp options for kids, teens, and young adults with disabilities ages 5–22.

Achieve more this summer with Camp SEASPAR. Learn how at SEASPAR.org.

• Multi-Sensory Rooms 4500

YOUTH

BAKING BOOK CLUB CAMP

Our Baking Book Club will focus on one classic childhood book for the week. Each day we’ll read a section of our book together (your child does not need to read to participate). Then, we’ll bake a treat inspired from the pages of our reading and use our imagination to connect with our story via crafting. This camp transforms our featured book into a joyful and interactive journey.

AGE: 5-8 yrs

DAY: Monday - Thurday

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Abby McEntee

MIN/MAX: 6/9

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$125.00

SESSION 1: The Ordinary Princess

DATE: 6/12-6/15

TIME: 9:30 AM-11:30 AM

REG DEADLINE: 6/10

SESSION 2: Little House in the Big Woods

DATE: 7/31-8/3

TIME: 12:45 PM-2:45 PM

REG DEADLINE: 7/29

MANNERS MATTER BOOT CAMP

Looking to help your child gain the poise and confidence of social etiquette? Children will learn the basic skills needed to help them navigate in various social situations with ease and certainty. The focus is on teaching manners as a demonstration of kindness, consideration, and respect toward others. This class offers the “other voice” to convey the common courtesies that parents try to teach at home. Topics include: introductions, conversation, telephone and technology manners, writing thank you notes, and table manners. Dress code suggestions: dress/skirt and blouse, nice pants ie: khakis and collared shirt.

AGE: 7-11 yrs

DAY: Mon - Thurs

DATE: 6/12-6/15

TIME: 9:00 AM-10:00 AM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Geneser

MIN/MAX: 3/6 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 6/10

FEES (R/NR): $65.00/$77.00

CHEMICAL CREATIONS

Come experience hands-on a world of fun as you conduct a variety of scientific experiments! Participants will make and take home a wide assortment of doodads and formations as well as learn and discover many different scientific concepts in an entertaining and innovative approach. Generate your own growing cube and make a shiny clean penny! Make your very own UV bracelet and watch it react to the sun. Learn all about energy and molecules, create a crazy bouncy glob from glue, and some scary green slime! Watch snow being created and feel how cold it is! Experience a really powerful magnet, a cool blue light, a soda explode, and many other exciting experiments in this fascinating and educational class!

AGE: 6-11 yrs

DAY: Monday - Friday

DATE: 7/10-7/14

TIME: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Minds in Motion

MIN/MAX: 7/14

REG DEADLINE: 7/8

FEES (R/NR): $153.00/$191.00

SPACE FLEET ROBOT

Participants will build and take home their very own Solar Space Fleet Robot! The Solar Space Fleet Kit is an innovative solar powered science kit that can transform into six different lunar modules. Using your own mini solar panel and watch as direct sunlight brings it to life! Create six different working models including a Space Station, Space Rover, Space Explorer, Astronaut, Space Shuttle, and Space Dog. Watch as it moves around and speeds up or slows down depending on the intensity of light as you learn, experiment, and have fun with solar power! Each complete model can also be powered by your very own mini rechargeable battery.

AGE: 7-11 yrs

DAY: Monday - Friday

DATE: 7/10-7/14

TIME: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR:

MIN/MAX:

REG DEADLINE:

FEES (R/NR):

DOUBLE THE FUN DRAWING WITH YOUNG REMBRANDTS

Awaken your inner Artist! Participants will explore all the basics of visual arts, in a fun and confident setting that ensures success for every child. Basic drawing, portraits, action, and cartooning. Participants will complete several different projects and learn to draw whimsical characters, animals, everyday objects, and action scenes. Young Artists will gain so much confidence in their creative spirit and art skills. Each week lessons will be different so no repeats. Don’t miss out, sign up today!

AGE: 5-12 yrs

DAY: Tues & Thurs

TIME: 9:00 AM -11:00 AM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Young Rembrandts

MIN/MAX: 3/8 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $62.00 /$77.00 per week

DATE: 6/13 & 6/15

REG DEADLINE: 6/11

DATE: 6/20 & 6/22

REG DEADLINE: 6/18

DATE: 6/27 & 6/29

REG DEADLINE: 6/25

DATE: 7/11 & 7/13

REG DEADLINE: 7/9

DATE: 7/18 & 7/20

REG DEADLINE: 7/16

DATE: 7/25 & 7/27

REG DEADLINE: 7/23

TIE DYE ART CAMP

Never tie dyed before? Each day we will tie dye one 100% cotton item (that you provide). Please no polyester. We will be experimenting with different tying and color patterns. Some awesome tie dye ideas are: pillowcases, pajama pants and of course, t-shirts. No sheets or large towels. Please wear old clothes to create your masterpiece.

AGE: 5-11 yrs

DAY: Tuesday-Thursday

DATE: 8/8-8/10

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Stephanie Skertich

MIN/MAX: 3/5

REG DEADLINE: 8/6

FEES (R/NR): $62.00/$77.00

TIME: 11:00 AM-12:15 PM or

TIME: 12:45 PM-2:00 PM

VÁMONOS YOUTH SPANISH

Learning a second language can open a world of possibilities for your child. Participants will learn Spanish conversation and some Spanish grammar, reading, and writing skills through interactive and engaging activities. New and exciting material each session!

AGE: 7-11 yrs

DAY: Wednesdays

DATE: 6/21-8/2

TIME: 6:00 PM-6:45 PM

LOCATION: Grand Ave Community Center – WSCCA Rm

INSTRUCTOR: Language in Action, Inc.

MIN/MAX: 2/4 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $92.00/$115.00

REG DEADLINE: 6/19

FIESTA TIME – MAKE YOUR OWN MINI PIÑATA!

Looking for something fun AND educational for your child to do this summer? Children will celebrate summer by decorating their very own mini piñata while singing songs in Spanish, learning Spanish words, and discovering the Mexican culture. All materials are included.

AGE 4-11 yrs

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/14

TIME: 5:00 PM-6:30 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Language in Action, Inc.

MIN/MAX: 3/6 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 3/27

FEES (R/NR): $28.00/$35.00

MAGIC

Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn a collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks! Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more. While tricks may appear difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform. All materials are provided, and each child receives a magic kit to take home. Children are grouped by age and learn age-appropriate tricks. Brand new tricks taught at each class.

AGE: 5-12 yrs

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Gary Kantor

MIN/MAX: 3/13 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $23.00/$28.00

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/26

TIME: 6:45 PM-7:40 PM

REG DEADLINE: 6/24

DAY: Wednesday DATE: 8/16

TIME: 5:00 PM – 5:55 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/14

HARRY POTTER SCIENCE

Come to Hogwart’s School of Witchcraft & Wizardry. Join the Wizarding class and learn how to cast spells and mix potions! Discover unique creatures. A bowtruckle, or a niffler anyone?

AGE: 5-12 yrs

DAY: Mon - Fri

DATE: 8/7-8/11

TIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

LOCATION: LG Recreation Center

INSTRUCTOR: The Whole Child

MIN/MAX: 2/4 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 8/5

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$275.00

VET SCIENCE CAMP

Do you love animals? Come to vet school and learn all about animals! Learn how to perform pet exams, first aid treatments, and mock surgeries. We’ll learn how to care for pets and have live pet encounters too!

AGE: 5-12 yrs

DAY: Mon - Fri

DATE: 6/26-6/30

TIME: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

LOCATION: LG Recreation Center

INSTRUCTOR: The Whole Child

MIN/MAX: 2/4 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 6/24

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$275.00

FUN WITH STARDUST THE UNICORN OR SEAFOAM THE SEA HORSE

Join this cute new class!! Participants will receive an adorable unicorn or sea horse to stuff, make a wish, fill out a birth certificate and create a darling t-shirt for your new friend!

AGE: 3-11 yrs (3-5 must be accomp by adult)

DAY: Friday

DATE: 7/14

TIME: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Ultimate Classes & Parties

MIN/MAX: 3/7 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 7/12

FEES (R/NR): $37.00/$46.00

AMERICAN GIRL SUMMERTIME FUN

Don’t miss this fun summertime class! Bring your American Girl doll (or similar sized) and get her ready for the beach! We will be decorating a cute swimsuit and cover up for your doll, along with a decorative beach bag. For the final touch, participants will design some summertime jewelry to match. Children 3-5 yrs must be accompanied by an adult.

AGE: 3-10 yrs (3-5 yrs must be accomp by adult)

DAY: Friday DATE: 7/28

TIME: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Ultimate Classes & Parties

MIN/MAX: 3/7 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 7/26

FEES (R/NR): $37.00/$46.00

DADDY AND ME SWEETS & TREATS

Do you have a sweet tooth? If so, this is the perfect class!! Each pair will use their creative skills to create an entire tray of special cookies and cupcakes. The class will include a baker’s hat to decorate, a variety of frosting colors, and a wide array of sprinkles and toppings to add to the fun. We will then add a candy border for a special masterpiece. Each pair will go home with enough goodies to feed the entire family. Sign up for this yummy class today!

AGE: 3-11 yrs

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/21

TIME: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Ultimate Classes & Parties

MIN/MAX: 3/6 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 6/19

FEES (R/NR): $37.00/$46.00

POM AND CHEER

Kids will have a great time learning simple cheers, partner stunts and an awesome pom routine. No experience necessary. Bring your strong voice and enthusiastic spirit! If you have taken our class in the past rest assured that we will have a completely different program this time around. Each participant will need a set of poms by the second class. We will have inexpensive poms available for the purchase in class.

AGE: 5-11 yrs

DAY: Fridays

DATE: 6/23-7/21

TIME: 5:30 PM-6:15 PM

LOCATION: Grand Ave- Gym

INSTRUCTOR: Ultimate Classes & Parties

MIN/MAX: 8/16

REG DEADLINE: 6/21

FEES (R/NR): $65.00/$81.00

BACK TO SCHOOL IN STYLE

Get back to school in style!! Design some fun goodies to get you ready for a great school year! Each participant will be creating a beaded item for backpacks accessory or jewelry. We have a great assorted bead selection from crystals to sports, adventure, unicorn, animals, neon & more! Our crafts include fun accessories for school decorating with paints, embellishments, stickers and more. Personalization options too! A surprise goodie bag goes home with all guests!

AGE: 4-10 yrs

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 8/9

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Glitzy Girlz

MIN/MAX: 3/8 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 8/7

FEES (R/NR): $35.00/$44.00

GNO PJ SUMMER SPA NIGHT

Come in your PJs for a pampered night at the Spa. Our staff leads the event with teaching manicures and pedicures with a toe and nail polish application. Each person gets a foot/nail brush, cuticle stick and mini buffer to use and take home. Fun summer colors and nail stickers in cool summer choices. A charm anklet will be made with a great bead selection. Our class ends with some music and high energy dancing as a fun finale. A spa goodie treat goes home with every girl. Come with friends or get to know new ones at this popular class!

AGE: 5-10 yrs

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/28

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:15 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Glitzy Girlz

MIN/MAX: 3/6 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 6/26

FEES (R/NR): $33.00/$41.00

CHESS CAMP

Say yes to Chess!! Chess Wizards has been teaching the game of chess since 2002. Join in this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. Participants will improve their chess skills, meet new friends, and work out their most powerful muscle - the brain! This camp includes fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. All materials necessary will be provided.

AGE: 6-12 yrs

DAY: Mon - Fri

TIME: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Chess Wizards

MIN/MAX: 4/8 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $202.00/$252.00

DATE: 6/12-6/16

REG DEADLINE: 6/10

DATE: 7/31-8/4

REG DEADLINE: 7/29

LEGO CITY ENGINEERING & ARCHITECT CAMP

Explore the structures and landscapes of a city: Campers will work to design and build the city of their dreams, using LEGO® bricks! The architects may plan a road, propose a monument, design a park or school, or imagine a skyscraper. Builders will put on their “safety hats” and assemble motorized models of construction equipment, vehicles, amusement parks and many other city related builds! Our specialized model plans incorporate beams, gears, axles, motors, battery packs and other technic LEGO® components. Learn what it takes to become a LEGO® City planner!

AGE: 6-9 yrs

DAY: Monday - Friday

DATE: 7/10-7/14

TIME: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Bricks $ Kidz

MIN/MAX: 10/18

REG DEADLINE: 7/8

FEES (R/NR): $180.00/$225.00

MINECRAFT LEGO ENGINEERING CAMP

Experience the exciting world of Minecraft® using LEGO® bricks. From Pigs, Mooshrooms and Chickens to Mine Carts, Zombies and Skeletons, we’ll explore and build different stories each day in our LEGO® Mining and Crafting world! Participants will start by crafting their shelters, mob characters, critters and tools using LEGO® bricks while facing new challenges each day, building models, and crafting key elements from the popular Minecraft® game. Using our proprietary kits and model plans, campers will construct one-of-akind Minecraft® models using LEGO® bricks! Our specialized model plans incorporate beams, gears, axles, motors, battery packs and other technic LEGO® components.

AGE: 6-9 yrs

DAY: Monday-Friday

DATE: 6/19-6/23

TIME: 1:00 PM-4:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Bricks $ Kidz

MIN/MAX: 10/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/17

FEES (R/NR): $180.00/$225.00

JEDI ENGINEERING – MISSION TO SPACE SUMMER CAMP

Join us on an adventurous journey through space! Build a world where rebels and the dark side start epic battles. Participants will use their engineering skills to build different motorized moving models that represent the spacecraft from Star Wars and models related to the NASA space program. Each day will include loads of building, games, challenges, and motorized creations that are sure to make you feel like you are a JEDI in training! Some of the daily activities will include LEGO® technic motorized builds, LEGO 3D color kit stations, mosaics, LEGO® ziplines, daily take home arts & crafts, creative free play and more!

AGE: 6-9 yrs

DAY: Monday - Friday

DATE: 7/24-7/28

TIME: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Bricks $ Kidz

MIN/MAX: 10/18

REG DEADLINE: 7/22

FEES (R/NR): $180.00/$225.00

GAME ON! MASTER BUILDERS ENGINEERING CAMP

Campers will use LEGO® Bricks to create and build different characters from their favorite video games. Themes such as Super Mario Bros, Roblox, Beyblades, Fortnite & Pokémon come to life through the use of our robots, mosaics, and 3D art, all made out of LEGO® Bricks. Don’t forget classic Nintendo and SEGA themes such as Zelda, Duck Hunt, Pacman, and Sonic the Hedgehog! Each day will be a new adventure as the virtual and LEGO® worlds combine! Our creative camps feature LEGO® mosaics, 3D LEGO® color kit Builds, motorized technic LEGO® projects, daily take home arts & crafts, creative free play and more!

AGE: 6-9 yrs

DAY: Monday - Friday

DATE: 8/7-8/11

TIME: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Bricks $ Kidz

MIN/MAX: 10/18

REG DEADLINE: 8/5

FEES (R/NR): $180.00/$225.00

SMART START ART

Every child is an artist” - Pablo Picasso. Explore your artistic side! Blast off your imagination, explore faraway galaxies, and meet outrageous space creatures! Discover your creativity and imagination as an artist, developing fine motor skills, style, and vision as we explore different artistic techniques through a variety of inspiring projects. Sketch and draw, shade and color, cut, glue, fold... create! See your imagination come to life! Learn about great artists from throughout history and the present day, through featured artists and fun, exciting games. No experience necessary

AGE: 5-8 yrs

DAY: Mon – Fri

DATE: 6/26-6/30

TIME: 9:00 AM-11:30 AM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: After School Enrichment Solutions

MIN/MAX: 3/5 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 6/24

FEES (R/NR): $173.00/$216.00

LET’S CODE IT

Time for Tynker- In this exciting new coding class take a deep dive into computer programming with the web-based platform Tynker! Learn the art of digital animation Create video games that run on physics, math and art concepts Design Minecraft blocks, skin and mobs Experiment with HTML, Python and Java No previous coding experience is required to learn and have fun in the Tynker playground under the instruction of a coding coach! Participants will need to bring a tablet or laptop and charger to class.

AGE: 7-13 yrs

DAY: Mon – Fri

DATE: 7/17-7/21

TIME: 1:00 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: After School Enrichment Solutions

MIN/MAX: 3/5 per agency

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $180.00/$225.00

HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS/CAMPS

LOCATION: New Traditions Riding Academy

10100 So. Kean Avenue, Palos Hills, IL 60465

MIN/MAX: 2/3 per agency

PONY CAMP

A way for the wee ones to get a positive experience on our wonderful ponies and small horses. Riders will have pony rides for the first hour camp, then to the barn for grooming and brushing. The third hour is lunch (brought from home) and a special project each day.

AGE: 4-8 yrs

DAY: Mon - Thur

DATE: 7/10-7/13

TIME: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

FEES (R/NR): $245.00

BEGINNER CAMP

Designed for riders with little to no riding experience. All riders will ride one hour per day, as well as having lesson in horse handling techniques. Riders will learn the basic control of the horse in the saddle of their choice. There will be exercises in moving the horse forward and stopping, turning, and circling, as well as riding the sitting posting trot. Participants will develop correct riding positions through guided explanations, exercise techniques and demonstrations. Stable management will also be discussed. Please bring lunch and water daily.

AGE: 7 & UP

DAY: Mon - Thur

DATE: 6/26-6/29

TIME: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

FEES (R/NR): 400.00

INTERMEDIATE CAMPS

Designed for riders who have had prior group riding experience, and must know how to walk, trot, and canter. All riders will continue to expand their knowledge and practice riding the gaits of the horse. Riders will also gain knowledge of the natural aids and their applications, as well as starting to engage in individual workouts. Lectures and demonstrations will be given in the areas of horse show preparation, horse science, and advanced equine management. Please bring your own lunch daily!

AGE: 7 & UP

DAY: Mon - Thur

DATE: 7/31-8/3

TIME: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

FEES (R/NR): $400.00

YOUTH SPORTS

S M E R U M

PEEWEE SOCCER CAMP

This is the perfect class for the first timers! All the basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, and goaltending will be taught in a non-competitive environment. Teamwork, participation, and good sportsmanship are stressed. Both boys and girls are encouraged to join this class if they have an interest in soccer and plan to play in the future. Be just like a big brother or sister! Games will be played at the end of each class. Parent participation is welcomed. The camp will be held outside. Please bring a water bottle.

AGE: 3-4 yrs

DAY: Saturday

LOCATION: McClure School Field

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 8/20

DATE: 6/3-7/1

TIME: 8:30 AM-9:20 AM

REG DEADLINE: 6/1

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

Good old American classic! Enjoy the sport of football in a non-contact environment where junior sized football and flags are used as an aid for developing an understanding for teamwork and individual attitude. Players will learn the rules of the game as well as practice passing, catching, and kicking along with building strategies for both offense and defense. A game will be played at the end of each class. The camp will be help outside please bring a water bottle.

AGE: 7-9 yrs

DAY: Friday

DATE: 6/16-7/14

TIME: 10:00 AM-10:50 AM

LOCATION: Memorial Park - PDLP

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 6/10

REG DEADLINE: 6/14

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

BUMP! SET! SPIKE! These and other skills are learned in this class for both boys and girls. This class starts off with the basic skills and will advance week to week accordingly. Teamwork, participation, and good sportsmanship are our top priorities. Games will be played at the end of each class. Camp will be help outside please bring a water bottle.

AGE: 8-13 yrs

DAY: Friday

DATE: 6/16-7/14

TIME: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

LOCATION: Memorial Park - PDLP

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 6/10

REG DEADLINE: 6/14

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

DATE: 6/3-7/1

TIME: 9:30 AM-10:20 AM

REG DEADLINE: 6/1

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

DATE: 7/15-8/12

TIME: 8:30 AM-9:20 AM

REG DEADLINE: 7/13

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

DATE: 7/15-8/12

TIME: 9:30 AM-10:20 AM

REG DEADLINE: 7/13

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

LIL PINT SOCCER

Kick in some excitement with this instructional program perfect for the first timer. With the use of smaller sized soccer balls, players will learn the basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting, and goaltending. Instructors will work with participants on good sportsmanship, participation, and teamwork. This is a great class for both boys and girls! A game will be played at the end of each camp.

AGE: 5-6 yrs

DAY: Saturday

TIME: 10:30 AM-11:20 AM

LOCATION: McClure School Field

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 8/16

DATE: 6/3-7/1

REG DEADLINE: 6/1

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

DATE: 7/15-8/12

REG DEADLINE: 7/13

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

PEEWEE BASEBALL CAMP

Bases will be loaded with incredible excitement and fun-filled activities to get your child on deck with the game of baseball. In this non-competitive environment, children will have a ball learning how to hit off a tee, running bases, playing catch, as well as having the opportunity to learn various field positions. Participants should bring their own gloves for familiarity. Parent participation is welcomed. A game will be played at the end of each class. The camp will be held outside. Please bring a water bottle.

AGE: 3-4 yrs

TIME: 11:30 PM-12:15 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw Park

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 8/20

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/5-7/3

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/7-7/5

REG DEADLINE: 6/5

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

DAY: Monday

DATE: 7/17-8/14

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 7/19-8/16

REG DEADLINE: 7/17

FEES (R/NR): $60.00/$75.00

SOCCER/TBALL COMBO CAMP

This class is perfect for toddlers who are full of energy and parents who are looking for an introduction to t-ball and soccer. Socialization, teamwork, following directions, key motor skills and having fun will be the focus in this non-competitive environment. For the first two weeks of class we will focus on soccer and the second two weeks we will work on t-ball skills. The last class will be a fun game of each sport with parent participation. A fun game will be played at the end of each class. The camp will be held outside. Please bring a water bottle.

AGE: 3-5 yrs

DAY: Thursday

DATE: 6/8-7/13

TIME: 9:00 AM-9:50 AM

LOCATION: Laidlaw Park

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 8/20

REG DEADLINE: 6/6

FEES (R/NR): $72.00/$90.00

TRACK & FIELD CAMP

We have found this exciting class to be just what parents need to give their children a positive first step into running & fitness. Participants will learn proper warm-ups and stretching exercises. Along with fun track & field activities to help build self-confidence, gross/fine motor skills and overall coordination. One the last day of class they will have fun track & field meet.

AGE: 5-7 yrs

DAY: Thursday

DATE: 6/8-7/13

TIME: 10:00 AM-10:50 AM

LOCATION: Laidlaw Park

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 6/6

REG DEADLINE: 8/20

FEES (R/NR): $72.00/$90.00

GO GIRLS GO SPORTS & CRAFT CAMP

Life is tough, especially for girls trying to make it in the world of sports. This camp is a great way to introduce basketball, soccer, kickball, t-ball and much more in an all-girls environment. Basic skills in all sports are taught, and games are played at the end of each class. The girls will make different crafts and do a different fun sport each day. The last class will be a fun sport of their choice. Please bring a water bottle.

AGE: 4-7 yrs

DAY: Monday-Friday

TIME: 1:00 PM-2:30 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 8/20

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$125.00

DATE: 6/26-6/30

REG DEADLINE: 6/24

DATE: 7/10-7/14

REG DEADLINE: 7/8

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

This camp will focus on teaching and developing volleyball skills. It will include serving, passing, setting and hitting, while having fun and learning the rules of the game. Players will be grouped by age and skill level. Please bring a water bottle.

AGE: 8-11 yrs

DAY: Saturday

DATE: 7/17-7/21

TIME: 1:30 PM-2:30 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Sports R Us

MIN/MAX: 8/16

REG DEADLINE: 4/13

FEES (R/NR): $72.00/$90.00

PRE KARATE

In our Pre-Karate safety classes, young children develop flexibility, strength, and coordination in fun, yet disciplined activities. This program is specifically designed for growing minds and bodies to enhance memory and agility. Watch your child’s confidence blossom and their skills improve. Uniforms and belt testing options are available through the ISKC instructor. Beginner students will not be permitted to register into the current session after the second class has met. Registration for continuing students will be accepted after the start date, but the full class fee is required.

AGE: 4-6 yrs

DAY: Monday

LOCATION: La Grange Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Shotokan Karate

MIN/MAX: 6/10 per agency

DATE: 5/1-8/21 *No class 5/29

TIME: 4:45 PM-5:30 PM

LEVEL: Beginner

REG DEADLINE: 4/28

FEES (R/NR): $222.00/$278.00

DATE: 5/1-8/21 *No class 5/29

TIME: 5:35 PM-6:20 PM

LEVEL: Continuer

REG DEADLINE: 4/28

FEES (R/NR): $222.00/$278.00

CHILD/YOUTH/ADULT KARATE

ISKC’s Youth/Adult Karate classes will put children in touch with their bodies and offers a good mix of strength training, with cardiovascular and flexibility exercises. Children increase their coordination, agility, and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. They also benefit from the mental stimulation of learning the choreographed moves of the kata and the discipline of conforming to the class rules. Adult participants will release tension, develop total body fitness, and build stamina and overall productivity! In addition to self-defense skills, karate increases flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscle tone, while improving core strength. Please note that youth, parent/ child, and adult classes may train together. Beginner students will not be permitted to register into the current sessions after the second class has met. Registration for continuers through advanced students will be accepted after the start date, but the full class fee is required.

AGE: 7 & UP

DAY: Monday

LOCATION: La Grange Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Shotokan Karate

MIN/MAX: 6/10 per agency

DATE: 5/1-8/21 *No class 5/29

TIME: 6:25 PM-7:25 PM

LEVEL: Beg/Nov White-Yellow Belt

REG DEADLINE: 4/28

FEES (R/NR): $222.00/$278.00

DATE: 5/1-8/21 *No class 5/29

TIME: 7:30 PM-8:30 PM

LEVEL: Inter Blue-Purple Belt

REG DEADLINE: 4/28

FEES (R/NR): $222.00/$278.00

DATE: 5/1-8/21 *No class 5/29

TIME: 7:30 PM-9:00 PM

LEVEL: Advance Brown-Black Belt

REG DEADLINE: 4/28

FEES (R/NR): $290.00/$363.00

TAE KWON DO

Students will learn this Art of Self Defense. Mr. Bill will assist your child in building confidence, flexibility, and self-control, amongst many other life tools. Tae Kwon Do teaches kicks, strikes, and blocks for both self-defense and offense. A physical fitness class which also develops a sense of confidence and focus. Returning students may qualify for their next belt/rank.

DAY: Friday

LOCATION: La Grange Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Bill De Jesus

MIN/MAX: 6/10

AGE: 3-7 yrs

DATE: 5/5-6/23

TIME: 4:00 PM-5:00 PM

REG DEADLINE: 5/3

FEES (R/NR): $115.00/$144.00

AGE: 5-18 yrs

DATE: 5/5-6/23

TIME: 5:05 PM-6:05 PM

REG DEADLINE: 5/3

FEES (R/NR): $115.00/$144.00

AGE: 3-7 yrs

DATE: 6/30-8/25 *No class 7/7

TIME: 4:00 PM-5:00 PM

REG DEADLINE: 6/28

FEES (R/NR): $115.00/$144.00

AGE: 5-18 yrs

DATE: 6/30-8/25 *No class 7/7

TIME: 5:05 PM-6:05 PM

REG DEADLINE: 6/28

FEES (R/NR): $115.00/$144.00

GIRLS SPORTS CAMP

Girls gather for time with friends and fun! Summer staff will provide a great environment with numerous activities including soccer, basketball, volleyball, team capture the flag as well as other fun games set by the staff with input from the girls.

AGE: 3rd – 6th Grade

DAY: Tuesday-Thursday

DATE: 6/20-7/27 *No class 7/4

TIME: 1:30 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock Park Pavilion

INSTRUCTOR: WS Rec Staff

MIN/MAX: 10/30

REG DEADLINE: 6/18

FEES (R/NR): $130.00/$160.00

SOCCER TRAINING CAMP

The camp open to boys and girls is designed to teach players proper technical skills while enjoying playing soccer. Professional clinicians will provide five consecutive half-day sessions of soccer instruction and games. Players are divided into groups of ten or less according to ability first, and age second. Beginning players will be introduced to the fundamental techniques and apply them in games. Intermediate players who have mastered basic techniques will be challenged to higher level competition. Participants must bring their own soccer ball (with name on it), shin guards, water bottle to camp. Each participant receives camp T-shirt, Certificate of Achievement, participation in contests, with awards given to winners on Friday “Awards Day.”

AGE: 4-14 yrs

TIME: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock Park

INSTRUCTOR: Soccer Made In America

MIN/MAX: 6/30

DAY: Monday-Friday

DATE: 7/10-7/14

REG DEADLINE: 7/10

FEES (R/NR): $169.00/$209.00 *1st child

$159.00/$197.00 *2nd child

$139.00/$172.00 *3rd child

DAY: Monday-Friday

DATE: 7/17-7/21

REG DEADLINE: 7/17

FEES (R/NR): $169.00/$209.00 *1st child

$159.00/$197.00 *2nd child

$139.00/$172.00 *3rd child

GYMNASTICS 101

Four events will be covered in this introductory class. Age-appropriate tricks for bar, vault, floor and rings will be introduced. Students can learn the basic movements for each event in a well-supervised and safe environment. Please bring a labeled water bottle.

AGE: 4-6 yrs

TIME: 6:30-7:30 pm

LOCATION: LT South Campus

INSTRUCTOR: Sports Kids Inc.

MIN/MAX: 4/8 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $120.00/$156.00

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/5-7/31 *No class 7/3

DAY: Thursday

DATE: 6/8-8/3 *No class 7/6

GYMNASTICS 102

This class is an advancement from Gymnastics 101 with more technique. Prerequisite for this class is to perform a successful cartwheel, swing and supports on the bars, and squat on the vault. Please bring a labeled water bottle.

AGE: 5-7 yrs

TIME: 6:30-7:30 pm

LOCATION: LT South Campus

INSTRUCTOR: Sports Kids Inc.

MIN/MAX: 4/8 per agency

FEES (R/NR): $120.00/$156.00

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/5-7/31 *No class 7/3

DAY: Thursday

DATE: 6/8-8/3 *No class 7/6

YOUTH SPORTS - SPARTZ SPORTZ

BALLERZ

The Ballerz workouts will be run by Spartz Sportz elite trainers to ensure that the experience for your developing basketball player is positive and fun. In these formative years, it is extremely imperative that your child receives the best teachers and learn the proper fundamentals in order to excel quicker. The sooner they see the gains, the more fun they have. Our points of emphasis will be Fundamentals 101; how to have fun playing the game; how to create great habits; sportsmanship and rules of the game.

AGE: 6-9 yrs

DAY: Saturday

TIME: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

INSTRUCTOR: Spartz Sports

LIL HOOPERS

Let the first time your son or daughter pick up a basketball be with Spartz Sportz Lil Hoopers! This is a great way to get acclimated with the premier basketball program of Western Springs at a young age. Designed for pre-school & kindergarten age children, classes will provide a comfortable and fun group environment as participants learn the fundamentals of basketball. Each session will be overseen and run by a certified Spartz Sportz trainer and focus on learning the game, skill development, and providing a structured, engaging environment to get the children excited about the game!

AGE: 3-5 yrs

DAY: Saturday

TIME: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM

INSTRUCTOR: Spartz Sports

MIN/MAX: 6/30

DATE: 5/20-6/24

LOCATION: WS Rec Center Gym

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $135.00/$160.00

DATE: 7/8-8/12

LOCATION: WS Rec Center Gym

REG DEADLINE: 7/22

FEES (R/NR): $135.00/$160.00

MIN/MAX: 6/30

DATE: 5/20-6/24

LOCATION: WS Rec Center Gym

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $135.00/$160.00

DATE: 7/8-8/12

LOCATION: WS Rec Center Gym

REG DEADLINE: 7/22

FEES (R/NR): $135.00/$160.00

BASKETBALL SUMMER TRAINING CAMP

The focus of Training Camp will be teaching the correct techniques, shooting mechanics, dribbling skills, court awareness and game management using specific drills to teach and improve on these critical skills. Dribbling. Shooting. Finishing moves. Live Competitive Play. (Specifically designed to transfer learned skills into game situations) The result will be increased skill level, improved confidence and enthusiasm for the game of basketball. Most importantly, each kid will completely enjoy each day of their Training Camp. Improve your shooting, passing, ball handling and team play. Learn from the best as Spartz Sportz trainers will guide, teach and motivate your child for a full week. It’s a week filled with basketball, your friends and positive coaches. With Spartz Sportz Coaches, every child will feel like they had the chance to learn, develop and compete. Nobody is left out and no potential goes undeveloped. *All Players who participate will receive an official Spartz Sportz t-shirt.

AGE: K – 8th Grade

DAY: Monday - Thursday

TIME: 12:30 PM-1:45 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Spartz Sportz

MIN/MAX: 6/60

DATE: 6/12-6/15

REG DEADLINE: 6/12

FEES (R/NR): $150.00/$188.00

DATE: 7/10-7/13

REG DEADLINE: 7/10

FEES (R/NR): $150.00/$188.00

YOUTH SPORTS - SPARTZ SPORTZ

BLAZERS & WILDCATS PRE-TRYOUT CLINIC

Make sure your skills are sharp for Blazers and Wildcats tryouts. Tune up with the same trainers that will be running tryouts. Make sure the trainers get a chance to see your skills and work ethic prior to tryouts. All the drills and skills that will be run during the tryouts will be introduced during the clinic to ensure familiarity with trainer’s expectations and what they will be looking for in tryouts. *All players who participate will receive an official Spartz Sportz t-shirt.

DAY: Monday - Wednesday

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: Spartz Sportz

MIN/MAX: 10/60

AGE: 6 – 9 yrs

DATE: 8/7-8/9

TIME: 3:30 PM-4:30 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/8

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$125.00

AGE: 10 – 14 yrs

DATE: 8/7-8/9

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:30 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/8

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$125.00

AGE: 6 – 9 yrs

DATE: 8/14-8/16

TIME: 3:30 PM-4:30 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/15

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$125.00

AGE: 10 – 14 yrs

DATE: 8/14-8/16

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:30 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/15

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$125.00

BLAZERS & WILDCATS TRYOUTS

*Nonrefundable tryout fee is $10 which will be applied to the program fee if the player makes the team.

If you would like to tryout for the Blazers and Wildcats in the Fall (2023), you may be a resident of Western Springs and/or resident of any neighboring community of Western Springs. You will have an equal opportunity to make the team along with all Western Springs residents if you decide to tryout in your child’s first two years of playing travel basket ball with the Blazers (3rd-4th grade) & Wildcats (4th-5th grade). If it is your child’s first time trying out for the Blazers in 5th-8th grade or Wildcats in 6th-8th grade we would like to welcome you to do so, but make sure you are aware that if spots are available the priority will be for and offered to Western Springs residents first.

GRANDFATHERED IN:

If you made the Blazers (in 3rd and or 4th grade) or Wildcats (in 4th and or 5th grade) and are a non-resident, you will be viewed as a resident and a valued member of our in resident WS Blazers/Wildcats programs based on the contribution, hard work and commitment to the program from its earliest opportunity. You will however have to make the team through tryouts and evaluations every year as all residents are required to do.

* If your son our daughter is offered a spot on the Blazers or Wildcats, please respond to the offer email within the 48hr time period. If you do not respond within that window we will move on to the next selected player out of respect to all participants trying out.

AGE: Boys 3rd-8th, Girls 4th-8th

DATE: 8/21-8/25

TIME: Specific Times/Dates TBD

FEES (R/NR): $10

TEENS

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTER’S TRAINING

Babysitter’s Training gives youth caregivers the skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. Through hands-on activities, interactive video, and lively discussions, the course teaches young people how to: care for children and infants, be good leaders and role models, make good decisions and solve problems, keep the children they babysit and themselves safe, handle emergencies such as injuries, illnesses, and household accidents, write resumes and interview for jobs. Participants should bring a sack lunch to class and a water bottle.

AGE: 11-15 yrs

DAY: Sunday

DATE: 6/25

TIME: 9:00 AM-4:30 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center

INSTRUCTOR: American Red Cross Staff

MIN/MAX: 11/20

REG DEADLINE: 6/23

FEES (R/NR): $130.00/$162.00

ADULTS

MEN’S OVER 35 BASKETBALL

Players must be 35 or older. New teams are chosen weekly. Get a workout and meet your neighbors, too. Bring a light shirt and a dark shirt.

AGE: 35 & UP

DAY: Thursday

DATE: 6/1-8/31

TIME: 8:00 PM-10:00 PM

LOCATION: WS Rec Center Gym

INSTRUCTOR: WS Staff

MIN/MAX: 10/24

REG DEADLINE: 5/30

FEES (R/NR): $70.00/$88.00

FACILITY RENTALS

Visit

Gym rentals: $40-$120/hr

Classroom rentals: $25-$65/hr

TENNIS

TENNIS PLACEMENT

Still not sure which program you or your child should participate? Coach Simon Piacente, USPTA will do a free evaluation and let you know. Two dates to choose from: Monday 5/15 or Wednesday 5/17 from 6 PM-7 PM at Spring Rock Park Tennis Courts. Please register under the program name Tennis Placement.

SPRING TENNIS

FUTURE CHAMPS - SPRING

Tennis is a sport of a lifetime, and this class is a great continued introduction to it. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e. forehand, back-hand, volleys. USTA red balls, foam balls, mini-nets, will be used as well. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be stressed too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: K-1st

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 5/8-5/31

TIME: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 5/6

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 5/8-5/31

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:45 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 5/6

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 5/9-6/1

TIME: 4:00 PM-4:30 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 5/7

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 5/9-6/1

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:45 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 5/7

WOMENS COMPETITIVE DOUBLES TENNIS

This league, which has been in play for 30 years, plays every Tuesday and Thursday. Courts are reserved for the league’s use until noon. Must be a 2.5 player or higher to participate. A $10 per person ball money fee will be collected on your first day of play. See the Program Flyer (available on our website under “Tennis Program”) for complete league details. Chairpersons are Sue Buonavolanto (630-484-1608) and Lisa Sciaccotta (312-213-7826).

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 5/2-9/14

TIME: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock Park

REG DEADLINE: 5/15

FEES (R/NR): $40.00/$50.00

SUPER FUTURE CHAMPS - SPRING

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A continuation of the basic concepts of the great game of tennis, a sport of a lifetime. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e. forehand, backhand, volleys. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be had by all too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!! The serve will begin to be introduced as well.

AGE: 2nd – 3rd

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $61.00/$74.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 5/8-5/31

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:15 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 5/6

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 5/8-5/31

TIME: 5:15 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 5/6

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 5/9-6/1

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:15 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 5/7

TENNIS

JUNIOR EXCELLENCE - SPRING

An emphasis of strategy and point play is added to learned technical instruction. Featured dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, with continued technical mastering of all major strokes i.e. forehand, backhand, volleys. Serving and return of serve will be featured as well. Technique will continue to be stressed. They will continue to improve understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: 4th – 6th

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $63.00/$76.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 5/8-5/31

TIME: 5:15 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 5/6

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 5/9-6/1

TIME: 5:15 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 5/7

JUNIOR VARSITY - SPRING

For improving youth tennis players that have basic experience, but not yet at the advanced high school level. Skills to be learned are topspin forehand, topspin backhand, proper volley form, serve technique, point scoring and play and more!!!

AGE: 7th – 9th

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $84.00/$103.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 5/8-5/31

TIME: 4:15 PM-5:15 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 5/6

SUPER NATIONAL GROUP - SPRING

One of the most popular Junior Tennis Camps in all of the Chicago area!!! For our most advanced Junior players. Tu/Th is for CDTA, Western & National levels.

AGE: 6th & UP

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 5/9-6/1

TIME: 4:00 PM-5:15 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 5/7

FEES (R/NR): $68.00/$83.00

COACH SIMON’S ADULT COED DRILLSSPRING SESSION

Coach Simon’s Legendary Coed Adult Drills. The most fun, most popular, fastest paced tennis drill in the entire Midwest!!!

AGE: 18 & UP

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 5/8-5/31

TIME: 7:00 PM-8:30 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 5/6

FEES (R/NR): $130.00/$158.00

DON’T BE DISAPPOINTED! REGISTER EARLY! Classes with low enrollment may be canceled a week or so before start date.

SUMMER TENNIS

PEEWEE TENNIS - SUMMER

A great introduction to tennis, the sport of a lifetime. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e. forehand, backhand, volleys. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be stressed too!! USTA red balls, foam balls, mini-nets, will be used as well.

AGE: 3-4 yrs

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $72.00/$88.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/10

TIME: 8:45 AM-9:15 AM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FUTURE CHAMPS - SUMMER

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/10

TIME: 9:15 AM-9:45 AM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

Tennis is a sport of a lifetime, and this class is a great continued introduction to it. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e. forehand, back-hand, volleys. USTA red balls, foam balls, mini-nets, will be used as well. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be stressed too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: K-1st

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $78.00/$95.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 10:00 AM-10:30 AM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 3:15 PM-3:45 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:45 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 5:30 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12 TIME: 6:00 PM-6:30 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday DATE: 6/5-7/12

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 5:30 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 5:45 PM-6:15PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 6:00 PM-6:30PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:45 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

TENNIS

SUPER FUTURE CHAMPS - SUMMER

A continuation of the basic concepts of the great game of tennis, a sport of a lifetime. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e. forehand, backhand, volleys. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be had by all too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!! The serve will begin to be introduced as well.

AGE: 2nd – 3rd

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $81.00/$99.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 2:15 PM-2:55 PM

LOCATION: Springdale

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 2:30 PM-3:10 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 3:45 PM-4:25 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 4:00 PM-4:40 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:10 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:10 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 4:45 PM-5:25 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 5:45 PM-6:25 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 9:15 AM-9:55 AM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:10 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 4:45 PM-5:25 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 5:45 PM-6:25 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 6:00 PM-6:40 PM

LOCATION: Springdale

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

JUNIOR EXCELLENCE – SUMMER

An emphasis of strategy and point play is added to learned technical instruction. Featured dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction, drills, games, with continued technical mastering of all major strokes i.e. forehand, backhand, volleys. Serving and return of serve will be featured as well. Technique will continue to be stressed. They will continue to improve understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: 4th – 6th

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $126.00/$155.00 (2 DAYS)

FEES (R/NR): $182.00/$225.00 (3 DAYS)

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 1:30 PM-2:15 PM

LOCATION: Springdale

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 2:15 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 5:15 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 6/5-7/14

TIME: 11:00 AM-11:45 AM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 6/5-7/14

TIME: 11:45 AM-12:30 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

JUNIOR VARSITY - SUMMER

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-7/12

TIME: 6:00 PM-6:45 PM

LOCATION: Springdale

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 2:15 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 1:30 PM-2:15 PM

LOCATION: Springdale

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 3:45 PM-4:30 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:15 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

For improving youth tennis players that have basic experience, but not yet at the advanced high school level. Skills to be learned are topspin forehand, topspin backhand, proper volley form, serve technique, point scoring and play and more!!!

AGE: 7th – 9th

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $168.00/$208.00 (2 DAYS)

FEES (R/NR): $243.00/$301.00 (3 DAYS)

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 6/5-7/14

TIME: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 6/5-7/14

TIME: 11:30 AM-12:30 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 6/6-7/13

TIME: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

SUPER NATIONAL GROUP – SUMMER

One of the most popular Junior Tennis Camps in all of the Chicago area!!! For our most advanced Junior players. Tu/Th is for CDTA, Western & National levels.

AGE: 6th & UP

DAY: Monday - Friday

DATE: 6/5-8/4

TIME: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock and/or Laidlaw Courts

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/90

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $480.00/$598.00 (2 DAYS)

FEES (R/NR): $630.00/$785.00 (3 DAYS)

FEES (R/NR): $720.00/$898.00 (4 DAYS)

HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION 1 TRAINING

CAMP - SUMMER

ATP Pro Tour Group Specialty Training Camp: The highest-level Junior camp we offer (high school or high level late middle school age). Varsity, Division 1 or by Pro approval

AGE: 9th & UP

DAY: Monday - Friday

DATE: 6/6-8/4

TIME: 1:00 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock Courts

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/42

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $324.00/$403.00 (2 DAYS)

FEES (R/NR): $432.00/$538.00 (3 DAYS)

FEES (R/NR): $504.00/$628.00 (4 DAYS)

USTA 4.0 LEAGUE TEAM PRACTICESUMMER

4.0 League Team Practice - For Team Members Only

AGE:

DAY: Tuesdays

DATE: 6/6-8/8 *No class 7/4

TIME: 7:00 PM-8:30 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $155.00/$189.00

COACH SIMON’S ADULT COED DRILLSSUMMER

Coach Simon’s Legendary Coed Adult Drills. The most fun, most popular, fastest paced tennis drill in the entire Midwest!!!

AGE: 18 & UP

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/5-8/21

TIME: 6:00 PM & 7:20 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/72

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/7-8/23

TIME: 6:00 PM & 7:20 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/72

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-8/23

TIME: 6:00 PM & 7:20 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $345.00/$425.00

COACH SIMON’S NIGHT OWL COED GROUP - SUMMER

Coach Simon’s Legendary Coed Adult Drills. The most fun, most popular, fastest paced tennis drill in the entire Midwest!!!

AGE: 18 & UP

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/5-8/21

TIME: 8:40 PM-10:00 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/30

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/7-8/23

TIME: 8:40 PM-10:00 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/30

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 6/5-8/23

TIME: 8:40 PM-10:00 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/20

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $345.00/$425.00

COACH SIMON’S WORLD CLASS

TUESDAY NIGHT COED DRILLS - SUMMER

Coach Simon’s Legendary Coed Adult Drills. The most fun, most popular, fastest paced tennis drill in the entire Midwest!!!

AGE: 18 & UP

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

DAY: Tuesday DATE: 6/6-8/22

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:20 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/28

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

DAY: Tuesday

DATE: 6/6-8/22

TIME: 7:20 PM-8:40 PM

MIN/MAX: 4/28

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

COACH SIMON’S COED DRILLS 8AM

SATURDAY INSTRUCTION- SUMMER

Coach Simon’s Legendary Coed Adult Drills. The most fun, most popular, fastest paced tennis drill in the entire Midwest!!!

AGE: 18 & UP

DAY: Saturday

DATE: 6/10-8/26

TIME: 8:00 AM-9:25 AM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/26

REG DEADLINE: 6/8

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

COACH SIMON’S COED DRILLS 9:25AM

SATURDAY INSTRUCTION- SUMMER

Coach Simon’s Legendary Coed Adult Drills. The most fun, most popular, fastest paced tennis drill in the entire Midwest!!!

AGE: 18 & UP

DAY: Saturday

DATE: 6/10-8/26

TIME: 9:25 AM-10:50 AM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/26

REG DEADLINE: 6/8

FEES (R/NR): $220.00/$270.00

TENNIS

LATE SUMMER TENNIS

FUTURE CHAMPS – LATE SUMMER

Tennis is a sport of a lifetime, and this class is a great continued introduction to it. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e., forehand, back-hand, volleys. USTA red balls, foam balls, mini nets, will be used as well. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be stressed too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: K-1st

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 7/17-8/2

TIME: 5:30 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/16

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 7/17-8/2

TIME: 6:00 PM-6:30 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 7/17-8/4

TIME: 9:00 AM-9:30 AM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $56.00/$68.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 7/17-8/4

TIME: 10:15 AM-10:45 AM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $56.00/$68.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 7/17-8/4

TIME: 11:00 AM-11:30 AM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $56.00/$68.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 7/17-8/4

TIME: 11:30 AM-12:00 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $56.00/$68.00

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 12:00 PM-12:30 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/16

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 12:30 PM-1:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/16

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 5:30 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 7/16

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 6:00 PM-6:30 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 7/16

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

SUPER FUTURE CHAMPS – LATE SUMMER

A continuation of the basic concepts of the great game of tennis, a sport of a lifetime. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e., forehand, backhand, volleys. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be had by all too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!! The serve will begin to be introduced as well.

AGE: 2nd – 3rd

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 7/17-8/2

TIME: 6:30 PM-7:10 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $54.00/$65.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 7/17-8/4

TIME: 10:15 AM-10:55 AM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $78.00/$95.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 7/17-8/4

TIME: 12:00 PM-12:40 PM

LOCATION: Forest Hills

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $78.00/$95.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday & Friday

DATE: 7/17-8/4

TIME: 9:30 AM-10:10 AM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $78.00/$95.00

JUNIOR EXCELLENCE – LATE SUMMER

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 1:00 PM-1:40 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $54.00/$65.00

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 1:45 PM-2:25 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

MIN/MAX: 4/6

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $54.00/$65.00

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 2:15 PM-2:55 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $54.00/$65.00

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 7/18-8/3

TIME: 6:30 PM-7:10 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 7/15

FEES (R/NR): $54.00/$65.00

JUNIOR VARSITY – LATE SUMMER

$ $

An emphasis of strategy and point play is added to learned technical instruction. Featured dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction, drills, games, with continued technical mastering of all major strokes i.e., forehand, backhand, volleys. Serving and return of serve will be featured as well. Technique will continue to be stressed. They will continue to improve understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: 4th – 6th

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $126.00/$155.00

DAY: Monday - Thursday

DATE: 7/17-8/3

TIME: 1:15 PM-2:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

For improving youth tennis players that have basic experience, but not yet at the advanced high school level. Skills to be learned are topspin forehand, topspin backhand, proper volley form, serve technique, point scoring, play, and more!!!

AGE: 7th – 9th

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $168.00/$208.00

DAY: Monday - Thursday

DATE: 7/17-8/3

TIME: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

HARVEST TENNIS

FUTURE CHAMPS – HARVEST

Tennis is a sport of a lifetime, and this class is a great continued introduction to it. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e., forehand, back-hand, volleys. USTA red balls, foam balls, mini-nets, will be used as well. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be stressed too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: K-1st

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $39.00/$46.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 8/7-8/23

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:45 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 8/5

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 8/8-8/24

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:45 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 8/6

SUPER FUTURE CHAMPS – HARVEST

A continuation of the basic concepts of the great game of tennis, a sport of a lifetime. All new dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction; drills, games, technical instruction of all major strokes i.e., forehand, backhand, volleys. Technique will be stressed. Fun will be had by all too!! Introductions and understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!! The serve will begin to be introduced as well.

AGE: 2nd – 3rd

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

FEES (R/NR): $61.00/$74.00

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 8/7-8/23

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:55 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 8/5

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 8/8-8/24

TIME: 5:15 PM-5:55 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock South Court

MIN/MAX: 4/24

REG DEADLINE: 8/6

JUNIOR EXCELLENCE – HARVEST

An emphasis of strategy and point play is added to learned technical instruction. Featured dynamic and fun Junior tennis instruction, drills, games, with continued technical mastering of all major strokes i.e., forehand, backhand, volleys. Serving and return of serve will be featured as well. Technique will continue to be stressed. They will continue to improve understanding of the rules of tennis, scoring, sportsmanship, and more!!!

AGE: 4th – 6th

DAY: Monday & Wednesday

DATE: 8/7-8/23

TIME: 4:30 PM-5:15 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 8/5

FEES (R/NR): $63.00/$76.00

SUPER NATIONAL JR CAMP - HARVEST

One of the most popular Junior Tennis Camps in all of the Chicago area!!! For our most advanced Junior players. Tu/Th is for CDTA, Western & National levels.

AGE: 6th & UP

DAY: Tuesday & Thursday

DATE: 8/8-8/24

TIME: 4:00 PM-5:15 PM

LOCATION: Spring Rock North Court

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: 8/6

FEES (R/NR): $68.00/$83.00

HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION 1 TRAINING

CAMP - HARVEST

ATP Pro Tour Group Specialty Training Camp: The highest-level Junior camp we offer (high school or high level late middle school age). Varsity, Division 1 or by Pro approval

AGE: 9th & UP

DAY: Monday - Thursday

DATE: 8/7-8/24

TIME: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM

LOCATION: Laidlaw

INSTRUCTOR: WS Tennis Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 8/5

FEES (R/NR): $144.00/$178.00

PICKLEBALL

PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT - FUNDRAISER

Novice 2.0 +, intermediate 3.0+ and advanced 4.0 +. Mixed doubles, round robin format. Awards for 1st/2nd place bracket winners. Advanced tournament: check in and warm up 8:30am, games start at 9am. Intermediate & Beginner tournament check in and warm up 12:30 pm, games start at 1pm. *We reserve the right to change the tournament format. Jose Sosa Tournament Director. Registration Deadline June 9 (No refunds after June 12)

*All proceeds collected will go to the Friends of the Parks Foundation for the Western Springs Rotary Club Pickleball Center at Spring Rock Park.

AGE: 18 & UP

DAY: Saturday

DATE: 6/17

TIME: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM (Advanced)

12:30 PM-5:00 PM (Intermediate)

12:30 PM-5:00 PM (Beginner)

LOCATION: Northeast Park

INSTRUCTOR: WS Staff

MIN/MAX: 8/32 (Advanced)

8/16 (Intermediate)

8/16 (Beginner)

REG DEADLINE: 6/9

FEES (R/NR): $50.00

YOUTH PICKLEBALL CLINICS - OUTDOOR

Learn how to play pickleball. Skills, Drills and Games. The instructor will start each week with basic skills and some fun drills will be added each week. Games are played with different partners.

DAY: Saturday

LOCATION: Field Park

INSTRUCTOR: WS Staff

MIN/MAX: 4/8

AGE: K – 2nd

DATE: 6/24-7/15

TIME: 1:00 PM-1:30 PM

REG DEADLINE: 6/22

FEES (R/NR): $50.00/$60.00

AGE: 3rd-4th

DATE: 6/24-7/15

TIME: 1:40 PM-2:25 PM

REG DEADLINE: 6/22

FEES (R/NR): $55.00/$67.00

AGE: 5th -8th

DATE: 6/24-7/15

TIME: 2:30 PM-3:15 PM

REG DEADLINE: 6/22

FEES (R/NR): $55.00/$67.00

AGE: K – 2nd

DATE: 7/22-8/5

TIME: 1:00 PM-1:30 PM

REG DEADLINE: 7/20

FEES (R/NR): $50.00/$60.00

AGE: 3rd-4th

DATE: 7/22-8/5

TIME: 1:40 PM-2:25 PM

REG DEADLINE: 7/20

FEES (R/NR): $55.00/$67.00

AGE: 5th -8th

DATE: 7/22-8/5

TIME: 2:30 PM-3:15 PM

REG DEADLINE: 7/20

FEES (R/NR): $55.00/$67.00

AGE: K – 2nd

DATE: 8/12-8/26

TIME: 1:00 PM-1:30 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/10

FEES (R/NR): $50.00/$60.00

AGE: 3rd-4th

DATE: 8/12-8/26

TIME: 1:40 PM-2:25 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/10

FEES (R/NR): $55.00/$67.00

AGE: 5th -8th

DATE: 8/12-8/26

TIME: 2:30 PM-3:15 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/10

FEES (R/NR): $55.00/$67.00

PICKLEBALL BEGINNER CLINICS - OUTDOOR

Looking to learn how to play pickleball? It’s easy for beginners to learn this fast-paced, competitive game. It is played with a paddle and a plastic ball in the style of tennis with some ping pong and badminton mixed in. Great exercise and fun game! Basic skills to include: Scoring, Court Positioning, Serve and Return of Serve, 2 bounce rule, Posture, Ready Position, Grip/Paddle angle, Comfort zone. Equipment provided or bring your own.

AGE: 25 & UP

FEES (R/NR): $75.00/$89.00

DAY: Sunday

DATE: 6/4-6/25

TIME: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

INSTRUCTOR: Barb Neidigh

MIN/MAX: 4/8

REG DEADLINE: 6/2

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/7-6/28

TIME: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Jose Sosa

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 6/5

DAY: Tuesday

DATE: 6/6-6/27

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Cliff Florczak

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 7/12-8/2

TIME: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Jose Sosa

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 7/10

DAY: Tuesday

DATE: 7/11-8/1

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Cliff Florczak

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 7/9

DAY: Sunday

DATE: 7/9-7/30

TIME: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

INSTRUCTOR: Barb Neidigh

MIN/MAX: 4/8

REG DEADLINE: 7/7

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 8/9-8/30

TIME: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Jose Sosa

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 8/7

DAY: Tuesday

DATE: 8/8-8/29

TIME: 5:15 PM-6:15 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Cliff Florczak

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 8/6

DAY: Sunday

DATE: 8/6-8/27

TIME: 2:00 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

INSTRUCTOR: Barb Neidigh

MIN/MAX: 4/8

PICKLEBALL ADVANCED BEGINNER CLINICS - OUTDOOR

$ $

Finished a beginner class and looking to keep improving your skills or need a little more instruction? Instructor will advance your skills with strategies and positioning, working with 3rd shot drops, lobs, and slam drills. Equipment provided or bring your own.

AGE: 25 & UP

DAY: Tuesday LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Cliff Florczak

MIN/MAX: 4/10

FEES (R/NR): $75.00/$89.00

DATE: 6/6-6/27

TIME: 7:00 PM-8:00 PM

REG DEADLINE: 6/4

DATE: 7/11-8/1

TIME: 7:00 PM-8:00 PM

REG DEADLINE: 7/9

DATE: 8/8-8/29

TIME: 6:15 PM-7:15 PM

REG DEADLINE: 8/6

INTERMEDIATE CLINICS - OUTDOOR

This is not a beginner class. Players must know how to keep score and already have taken a beginner class. Looking to keep improving your skills? Skills to be worked on: Posture, Ready Position, Grip/Paddle angle, Comfort zone, Dinks, Footwork for dinks, push it Forward, keep it Low, Scoring, 2 bounce rule, Forehand and backhand shots, 3rd shot drop, Lobs, Overheads, Court Positioning, Serve and Return of Serve.

AGE: 25 & UP

FEES (R/NR): $75.00/$89.00

DAY: Sunday

DATE: 6/4-6/25

TIME: 3:00 PM-4:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

INSTRUCTOR: Barb Neidigh

MIN/MAX: 4/8

REG DEADLINE: 6/2

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/7-6/28

TIME: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Jose Sosa

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 6/5

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 7/12-8/2

TIME: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Jose Sosa

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 7/10

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 8/9-8/30

TIME: 12:00 PM-1:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Jose Sosa

MIN/MAX: 4/10

REG DEADLINE: 8/7

DAY: Sunday

DATE: 7/9-7/30

TIME: 3:00 PM-4:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

INSTRUCTOR: Barb Neidigh

MIN/MAX: 4/8

REG DEADLINE: 7/7

DAY: Sunday

DATE: 8/6-8/26

TIME: 3:00 PM-4:00 PM

LOCATION: Field Park

INSTRUCTOR: Barb Neidigh

MIN/MAX: 4/8

REG DEADLINE: 8/4

PICKLEBALL SKILLS & DRILLS INTERMEDTIATE CLINICS - OUTDOOR

This is not a beginner class. Intermediate and up players. Players must know how to play, keep score, and know the basics. This fun class is designed to take your skills to a new level through a variety of drills. Drills help a player improve a player’s awareness of their opponents. Practicing these techniques can only add to your playing skills. Each week sets a new challenge and will help your skills in dinking, 3rd shot drop, lobs, forehand, backhand, and serving. Instructor Jose Sosa (PPR certified instructor/coach) has been teaching pickleball for over 15 years. Equipment provided or bring your own.

AGE: 25 & UP

DAY: Monday

TIME: 1:00 PM-3:00 PM

LOCATION: Ridge Acres

INSTRUCTOR: Jose Sosa

MIN/MAX: 4/10

FEES (R/NR): $100.00/$120.00

DATE: 6/5-6/26

REG DEADLINE: 6/3

DATE: 7/10-7/31

REG DEADLINE: 7/8

DATE: 8/7-8/28

REG DEADLINE: 8/5

DON’T BE DISAPPOINTED! REGISTER EARLY! Classes with low enrollment may be canceled a week or so before start date.

FITNESS

PILATES

Pilates is a system of exercises using special equipment, designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, posture, and enhance mental awareness. This Pilates class is suitable for all fitness levels. Bring two thick Pilates/Yoga mats to class.

AGE: 16 yrs and up

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/12-7/10 *No class 7/3

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

LOCATION: Grand - Lower Level

INSTRUCTOR: Stacy Kafkes, Pilates Mat Certified

MIN/MAX: 4/12

REG DEADLINE: 6/10

FEES (R/NR): $40.00/$50.00

YOGA LEVEL 1-2

Beginners and experienced yoga practitioners will enjoy classic yoga practices that cultivate strength, flexibility, balance, agility and reduce stress. This class combines slow flow vinyasa and static holding with alignment. Foster mindfulness and equanimity with breathing techniques. Classes run continuously with very few breaks so join at any time. Bring your own yoga mat.

AGE: 18 yrs and up

DAY: Friday

DATE: 6/9-9/1

TIME: 9:15 AM-10:30 AM

LOCATION: Tower Green Rain location: Grand - Studio II

INSTRUCTOR: Joan Binder, RYT 250, Yin certified

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: Start Time of Class

FEES (R/NR): $90.00 for 10 class package or $11.00 per class

CHAIR YOGA

Practice yoga using your breath and body postures to improve balance, posture, strength, range of motion and mindfulness. All options will be presented for each individual’s level of comfort and stability. We will use chairs and the wall in this class. Classes run continuously with very few breaks so join at any time. Bring your own yoga mat. Zoom option available, please email billjoanbinder@sbcglobal.net. Registration deadline: start time of class.

AGE: 18 yrs and up

DAY: Tuesday

DATE: 6/6-8/29 *No class 7/4

TIME: 10:00 AM-11:15 AM

LOCATION: Grand - Studio III or ZOOM

INSTRUCTOR: Joan Binder, RYT 250, Yin certified

MIN/MAX: 4/18

REG DEADLINE: Start time of class

FEES (R/NR): $90.00 for 10 class package or $11.00 per class

BARRE SCULPT & CORE

We do all the fun of Barre, but this is not a dance class. We work with light weights to sculpt, improve balance, and work your core while improving your posture. Barre is an amazing workout that anyone can do.

AGE: 16 years & older

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

LOCATION: LG Recreation Center & Virtual

INSTRUCTOR: Laura Mungai

MIN/MAX: 3/8 per agency

DAY: Monday

DATE: 5/1-6/19 *No class 5/29

REG DEADLINE: 4/29

FEES: $74.00 per person

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 5/3-6/21

REG DEADLINE: 5/1

FEES: $84.00 per person

DAY: Monday

DATE: 6/26-8/14

REG DEADLINE: 6/24

FEES: $84.00 per person

DAY: Wednesday

DATE: 6/28-8/16

REG DEADLINE: 6/26

FEES: $84.00 per person

ZUMBA TONING & ABS

Zumba Toning combines targeted body-sculpting exercise and high energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to create a calorie torching, strength-training dance fitness party. Light weights are used to enhance rhythm and tone all target zones, including arms, abs, glutes, and thighs. All fitness levels are welcome, and no prior dance experience is necessary.

AGE: 16 years & older

DAY: Thursday

TIME: 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

LOCATION: LG Recreation Center & Virtual

INSTRUCTOR: Kenya Madison-Gabler

MIN/MAX: 3/8 per agency

FEES: $84.00 per person

DATE: 5/4-6/22

REG DEADLINE: 5/2

DATE: 6/29-8/17

REG DEADLINE: 6/27

SENIORS WESTERN SPRINGS SENIOR CENTER

4211 Grand Avenue

Western Springs, IL 60558 (708) 246-3299

wsprings.com/seniors

Available Monday through Friday for activities, meetings, and events. As the Center is staffed for a half day (dependent on the activity schedule), to ensure proper attention, please call or email ahead to make an appointment. Email: mcagney@wsprings.com

2023 CENTER HOLIDAY CLOSINGS:

New Year’s (January 2nd), Martin Luther King Day (January 16th), President’s Day (February 20th), Memorial Day (May 29th), Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day (September 4th), Thanksgiving (November 22nd through November 24th), Christmas (December 25th and 26th). Closed for business December 18th through January 2nd (programs as usual).

MEMBERSHIP:

Membership, which is open to the public and supports the senior community, provides participation in our community of activities and events geared specifically to the interests of the older adult. Annual Membership of varying levels is required for ongoing attendance at our activities.

• GOLD $50/residents, $60/non-residents. Includes all activities including UNLIMITED exercise and unlimited classes.

• SILVER $40/residents, $50/non-residents. Includes all activities EXCEPT exercise and classes.

• BRONZE level membership is $20/residents, $30/nonresidents. Includes library, movie borrowing and monthly movies ONLY. Spouses ½ price. Past Senior Club members are eligible for a free first year of membership.

CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES:

Classes and activities are ongoing. Always looking to grow our programs, we are interested in what you’d like to explore. Sign up for our mailing list to be invited to future activities. Membership is required to attend an ongoing class or activity; you’re always welcome to “try” any of our offerings.

LIBRARY:

Looking for a good book to read? Missed a popular movie? Love old movies? The Center has a lending library available to our members that houses over 3,000 book and movie titles including the most current books and movies. Large Print books available. Bronze membership allows for unlimited borrowing of books and movies.

BRIDGE:

We are always looking for players to add to our Monday and/ or Wednesday Bridge games. Monday and/or Wednesday 1:00-3:30

WESTERN SPRING SENIOR CENTER (CONTINUED)

CLASSES: Classes are, generally, held on Tuesdays or Thursdays and are often several weeks in length. We’ve offered several classroom classes and are interested in what you’d like to explore. Sign up for our mailing list to be invited to future classes. Membership required to attend a class; you’re always welcome to “try” any of our offerings.

SENIORCISE: An exercise class provided by a licensed instructor and designed to satisfy the needs of the most aerobic, as well as disabled or handicapped participants. All levels will benefit from this program. Tuesday and Thursday 9:45 AM-10:30 AM.

TAI CHI: Tai Chi is excellent “exercise” for both your brain and body. Monday 11:30 AM-1:00 PM, Wednesday 1:00 PM-2:30 PM and Fiday 11:30 AM-1:00 PM.

CANASTA: Every Friday we play Canasta from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM.

LET’S FIGURE THIS OUT: Wi-Fi Internet access is available at the center. Let’s explore technology on your computer and/or your phone. Please call ahead to set this up.

KNITTING CIRCLE: Every Tuesday evening the clicking of knitting needles and the hum of conversation is the music of the center.

Tuesday 5:00 PM-7:00 PM.

MAHJONGG: Players welcome. Beginners looking for a mahjongg class, please call. Friday 10:00 AM-12:00 PM.

MOVIES and Popcorn: The last Thursday of every month from 1:00 PM-3:00 PM.

SPECIAL EVENTS - LESLIE GODDARD:

Tuesday, June 27th

Friday, September 8th

Tuesday, November 21st

Thursday, December 7th

Join us for various other activities including monthly Movies, weekly TV Events, Classes, Knitting Circle, Canasta, Liverpool, impromptu get-togethers.

Registration:

For residents - Thursday, April 6 at 8:30am For non-residentsThursday, April 13 at 8:30am

Register online at: wsprings.recdesk.com

See pages 2-3 for complete registration procedures and policies.

For outdoor park information, contact the Western Springs Park District at: www.wsparks.org or call 708-246-4225

Western Springs Recreation Department

1500 Walker Street