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Health & Fitness

Upcoming Athletics

Youth Athletics:

 

KIDS FIRST TRACK & FIELD PROGRAM

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Excellent Coaches will focus on teaching sprints, hurdles, jumps, distant running and throws in a safe and fundamental way.  This program consists of body balance techniques that produce a quicker more powerful performer. An event Championship Series will be on the final day.

Instructor:      Kids First Staff

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Location:        Chelsea School Track

Day/Date:      Saturday/September 7 - October 12

Time/Age:      9:00-10:00 am/5-8 years

Time/Age:      10:00-11:00 am/9-14 years

Fee:                $69/NR $74

 

ILLINOIS GIRLS LACROSSE LEAGUE

Be a part of a youth lacrosse league for girls in the Chicago area. The emphasis of this program is to develop the girl within the sport of lacrosse.  The goals of this league are to understand the rules of lacrosse and demonstrate active team work, sportsmanship and personal development in a respectful environment led by positive coaching.  All players will receive equal playing time.  Practices are one day per week on Wednesdays for 1.5 hours, with games being played on Sunday afternoons.  Game locations rotate within your division. There will be 3 levels within the league.  Teams are coached by volunteer parents (with support of IGLA coaching staff).  All participants must provide their own lacrosse stick, goggles and face guard.  Any questions contact: south2@iglax.org  For more specific information e-mail at: info@iglax.org or call (773)909-5940.  Parent meeting will be September 4th-6:30pm at the Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center in Mokena

Instructor:     Illinois Girls Lacrosse Association Staff

Location:        Buske Park in Mokena

                       11435 West Hillside Lane

Day:               Sunday and Wednesday

Date:              September 8 - October 20

Age:               3rd-4th grade

                       5th-6th grade

                       7th-8th grade

Time:              5:30 – 7:00 pm

Fee:                $165 (includes team jersey)

 

KARATE

Students learn basic and advanced traditional karate skills – katas, sparing, and self-defense.  Individuals and families participate in this class.  This is a great opportunity to do something with your child(ren)!   In the Beginner Level, you may earn a White, Yellow, and Green Belt.  In the Advanced Level, you may earn a Blue, Purple, Brown, and Black Belt.

Instructors:    Master Chad Smith, 6th degree Black Belt & Master David Smith, 3rd Degree Black Belt

Location:        Founders Community Center

Day:               Tuesday

Session I:      September 10 – October 15

Level/Time:   Beginner/6:30 – 7:30 pm

                       Advanced/6:30 – 7:45 pm

Age:               8 years & older

Fee:               $65/NR $70

Discounts:     ½ off additional family members

 

YOUTH GOLF LESSONS AT WHITE MOUNTAIN GOLF CLUB

Golf Lessons will be taught by Dennis Piotrowski, PGA Golf Professional and his staff.  All students receive instruction in a group format, including proper grip, stance, full swing, pitching, putting and rules of the game.  All students will receive a free pass for 9 holes of golf at White Mountain Golf Course .  A $5.00 range ball fee will be payable to the instructor at each class.  Students are to bring a 7-iron to the first class.

Instructor:      Dennis Piotrowski

Location:        White Mountain Golf Club

                        9901 West 179th St, Tinley Park

Day:                Saturday

Dates:             September 14-October 5

Time:              12:00 – 1:00 pm

Age:                 7 - 15

Fee:                 $69/NR $74

 

YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS

South Suburban Tennis Academy will provide quality instruction for tennis enthusiasts of all ages.  Lessons will be directed by United States Professional Association certified tennis professional, Andy Ventress.  Instruction will cover the basic strokes, volleys, serve, scoring and rules. Guided play will be included if time permits.  Loaner racquets will be provided for the first lesson.

Instructor:      South Suburban Tennis Academy Staff

Location:        Main Park Tennis Courts

Day:                Monday

Date:               September 16 - October 14

Age/Time:      4-7 years/4:00-5:00pm

Age/Time:      8-12 years/5:00-6:00pm

Age/Time:      13-15 years/6:00-7:00pm

Fee:                 $55/NR $60

 

Adult Athletics:

 

Men’s Fall 12” Softball League

Get a group of friends together and enjoy this Recreational Men’s Softball League.  The league will consist of eight teams playing a seven game schedule with a single elimination tournament for the top 4 teams at the end of the season. Games will be played on Wednesday nights starting at 6:30pm.  Cash prizes will be awarded to the top team in the league and tournament. A non-refundable $225 deposit is due at signup to hold your spot in the league. The balance is due on Friday, August 30th to ensure placement into the league.

 

Team packets, rules and softballs will be available on Friday, September 6th for pickup at the Founders Center, 140 Oak Street.

 

Location:        Commissioners Park

Day:                Wednesday

Date:               September 11 - October 30 (includes tournament)

Time:              Games start at 6:30pm

Age:                18 & older

Fee:                 $500/NR $550 (includes a $25 forfeit fee)

 

ADULT GOLF LESSONS

Golf Lessons will be taught by Dennis Piotrowski, PGA Golf Professional and his staff.  All students receive instruction in a group format, including proper grip, stance, full swing, pitching, putting and rules of the game.  All students will receive a free pass for 9 holes of golf at White Mountain Golf Course .  A $5.00 range ball fee will be payable to the instructor at each class.  Students are to bring a 7-iron to the first class.

Instructor:      Dennis Piotrowski

Location:        White Mountain Golf Club

                        9901 West 179th St, Tinley Park

Day:                Tuesday

Dates:             September 17 - October 8

Time:              6:00 - 7:00 pm

Age:                16 & older

Fee:                 $69/NR $74

 

ADULT TENNIS LESSONS

The adult classes will consist of instruction and drills for the first 30 minutes, followed by 30 minutes of guided singles and doubles play with the instructor playing and discussing strategy and tactics. On court video analysis of participants strokes, volley and serves will be included.

Instructor:      South Suburban Tennis Academy

Location:        Main Park Tennis Courts

Day:                Tuesday

Date:               September 17 - October 15

Time:              6:30-7:30 pm

Age:                18 & older

Fee:                 $55/NR $60





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