2021 Summer Program Guide

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Mission Statement: The Mokena Community Park District is committed to Table of Contents enhancing lives through the power of recreation by providing exceptional District Digest 3 parks, facilities, programs, events, and services for all to explore Special Events 4-5 and enjoy. Vision: Working together to build an active, vibrant, welcoming, connected, Summer Camps 6-9 safe and healthy community. Early Childhood 10 Values: Our mission is guided by these values: Collaboration, Community Youth Programs 11-13 Engagement, Safety, Sustainability, Cleanliness, Comfort and Inclusion. Dance 12 Gymnastics 13 Administration Center Youth Athletics 14-20 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena Phone: (708) 390-2401 Adult Programs 21 Hours: Monday–Friday Adult Athletics 22-23 9:00am–5:00pm The Oaks Recreation & Website: www.mokenapark.com 24-25 Email: [email protected] Fitness Center *Office will be closed on April 2, Open Gym 26 May 31, July 5, and September 6 Fitness Programs 27-29 Health & Wellness Events 30 Fitness Class Info 31 The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena Parties 32 Phone: (708) 390-2343 Rentals 33 Hours Monday–Friday Yunker Park 34 5:00am–8:00pm Park Offerings 35 Saturday & Sunday 7:00am–3:00pm Registration Information 36 The Oaks will be closed General Information 37 on July 4 Park District Connections 38 Park Locations 39 Park District Staff Greg Vitale, MPA, CPRP-Executive Director Program Locations Dawn Morsovillo-Administrative Assistant Bow Doc Archery Patti Parli, CPRP-Superintendent of Finance and HR 18801 Wolf Rd., Mokena Karen LaPointe, Accounting/Payroll Coordinator Gym-kinetics Kara Jelderks, CPRP-Superintendent of Recreation 19220 Ridge Rd., Mokena Rebecca Hornig, CPRP-Recreation Supervisor/Special Events Main Park Nick Mazzuca, CPRP-Recreation Supervisor/Athletics 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena Laurel Welch-Marketing Coordinator Mokena Elementary School (MES): 11244 Willowcrest Lane, Mokena Maintenance Staff Mokena Intermediate School (MIS): Jim VanGennep, CPRP, CPSI, CPO-Superintendent of Parks & Facilities 11331 West 195th Street, Mokena Bill Kausal, Kim Limanowski, Kristin Potocki, Mokena Junior High School: Rodger Rottmann, Wayne Wollenzien 19815 Kirkstone Way, Mokena Nova Quarter Horse Ranch: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Staff 10129 West 187th Street, Mokena Rachel Bauer, CPRP-Recreation Facility Manager Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center: Kristin Ehler, CPRP, ACE Health Coach, AFAA and NCCPT-Fitness and 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena (Walnut, Wellness Manager Cypress, Chestnut, Multi-purpose Wendy Jacob-Assistant Facility Manager Room, Field House) Shaun Ziems–Facility Maintenance Manager Recreation Program Center: 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena CPRP—Certified Park & Recreation Professional; (South end of Main Park) CPSI—Certified Playground Safety Inspector; Yunker Park: CPO—Certified Pool Operator. 10824 La Porte Road, Mokena (Professional staff certifications through the National Recreation & Park (Band Shell, Splash Park, Community Association (NRPA) Gardens, Dog Park, Red Barn) District Digest Dear Mokena Community Park District Residents and Visitors: Board of Commissioners Now that the weather is getting better, this is a great time for us to visit our parks and facilities and to register for some of our impressive programs. Obviously, we President want do this in responsible ways that include wearing masks, distancing ourselves from others, limiting commonly touched items and washing our hands often. The Jeff Apel times are challenging, but we need the healing benefits of parks and recreation more than ever. Vice President

We’ve created several new Covid-19 friendly programs, modified our existing Steve Jacobson programs and stepped up our measures to clean common areas. Plus, we are following the recommendations of our elected leaders and the Centers for Disease Secretary Control. You can rest assured that we will facilitate your recreation needs in the safest manner possible. I am proud to say that it’s been over a year since we’ve Mary Louise Knoerzer been able to offer this many programs. You will see that we are doing our best to give you “normalcy” in your recreation choices. We now offer an Extended Kiddie Treasurer and Sunshine Camp option for an all-day experience. Plus, our camps will feature several surprises along the way. Our other new programs include Pickleball 101, Bob Lindbloom Handball and Tai Chi, to name a few. Also, our new Covid-19 friendly Drive-in Movie experiences were so popular during the early months of the pandemic, we Commissioner are offering 5 more. Our special events include the Back to School Bash, Woofstock and Summer Flea Markets. Finally, our splash pad will be open all summer Mike Gandy long. These are just a handful of our many offerings. Commissioner We also created new options to help you reach your fitness goals. The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center now offers paid-in-full 6-month and 1-year Dan Gilbert memberships that will save you a lot of money over the monthly options over the same period of time. Plus, we now offer the Silver program which gives Commissioner free memberships to qualifying senior citizens. Don’t forget that your membership doesn’t just include access to the workout equipment. It also includes free Kathryn O’Connor , Pickleball, group fitness classes and more. Speaking of group fitness, we expanded our class offerings and moved many of them outdoors for your Legal Counsel convenience and safety. John O’Driscoll We are still forging ahead with progress. We completed the construction of the Hecht Park Pickleball courts in the fall, but many of you didn’t have a chance to try them out. Now is your chance. Soon, we will break ground on Whisper Creek Park, your newest park! Finally, we will be expanding our Parks Maintenance Park Board Meetings Building. Believe it or not, our existing building has been unchanged since it was Park District Board built when we operated just 4 parks. Meetings are held on the Unfortunately, pandemic restrictions may not allow us to operate some of our fourth Tuesday of each largest special events. However, if the pandemic ends, I promise you that they will month, at The Oaks be back and better than ever by next summer. I hope you will join us because we are going to party like it’s 2019! Recreation & Fitness Center, 10847 La Porte Sincerely, Road, Mokena, Greg Vitale, MPA, CPRP at 6:00 p.m. Executive Director

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Please Note: Due to COVID restrictions some events may be canceled or limited to a certain amount of people. Please check our Facebook page or website to receive the latest updates on our programs and events.

Daddy & Me Father's Day Horseback Ride Do something unique and fun this Father’s Day weekend! Come join us with your little ones for a fun-filled day of riding and crafting! This event includes a riding lesson, a tour of our barn as well as the opportunity to learn how to groom a horse! Once you’re done horsing around, every child is provided the materials to make Dad a special keepsake to remember this special day. Come out and join us for this awesome Father’s Day experience! Child riders must be 7+ Date/Time: Fri, June 18/5:30-7:30pm Fee: $95R/$100NR per couple $35R/$45NR additional rider Date/Time: Sat, June 19/3:30-5:30pm Fee: $95R/$100NR per couple $35R/$45NR additional rider Location: Nova Quarter Horse Ranch

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General Summer Sunshine and Kiddie Camp Guidelines Kiddie Camp Important Information! Something special for the “little ones”, a fun-filled All campers must be magical time. Activities include games, stories, 1. crafts, music, and special surprises. Fee includes pre-registered by June 7, 2021. one camp t-shirt (4-day campers receive 2 shirts). 2. All campers must have waivers Please indicate shirt size when registering. and medical forms completed Campers must be toilet-trained and ready to and returned to the Administration Center by June separate from parents for an extended 7, 2021. Campers will not be allowed to attend camp period. This camp is held outdoors. if required documentation is not on file. Age: 3.5-5 3. Campers must attend the days they are registered Dates/Time: Jun 21-Jul 22/9:30am-12:30pm for and cannot switch days. Days Fee R/NR 4. Make-up days or refunds cannot be made for days Mon & Wed $146/$175 campers are absent from camp. Tues & Thurs $159/$191 5. Refunds: Notify Mokena Park District by phone or Monday-Thursday $299/$358 email a minimum of seven (7) business days prior to Location: Main Park the first day of camp. Requests must be made during the business hours of 9:00am–5:00pm, Summer Sunshine Camp Monday through Friday only. No refunds will be This outdoor camp is an annual favorite, mini-day issued to those cancelling less than seven (7) camp at its best. We’ll journey the world with business days prior to the first day of camp, once arts, crafts, games, music and of course, Water camp has begun, or to persons who withdraw from Week! There will be some special surprises too! camp without a written medical authorization. A Fee includes one camp t-shirt (4-day campers service charge of $20 will be assessed for refunds receive 2 shirts). Please indicate shirt size. requested before the deadline. Age: 6-10 6. All campers must be toilet-trained. Counselors will Dates/Time: Jun 21-Jul 22/9:30am-12:30pm not change diapers, pull-ups, or swimsuits. Days Fee R/NR Mon & Wed $146/$175 7. If someone other than a parent will be picking up a Tues & Thurs $159/$191 child from camp, their name must be listed on Monday-Thursday $299/$358 the Pick-Up Authorization Form. A camper will not Location: Main Park be released to an unauthorized person. 8. Additional t-shirts can be ordered at registration for Extended Summer Camp 9.00. Once the registration deadline has passed, This awesome new camp is for our campers t-shirts will have very limited availability. who can’t get enough summer fun! Campers will enjoy more arts and crafts, games, sports and adventures! They must be registered for either the Kiddie Camp or Sunshine Camp in During these unknown times, camp will follow order to join the extended camp. Price is in current COVID guidelines as of March 2021, but are addition to regular camp and includes camper’s subject to change. individual supplies that will be used at camp. • Siblings regardless of age must be in the same Please bring a mask. group. Age: 3.5-10 (age determine by first day of camp) • People who pick your children up cannot pick up Dates/Time: Jun 21-Jul 22/12:30-6pm children from other groups. You should be Days Fee R/NR prepared to answer simple health questions daily. Mon & Wed $150/$180 No bounce houses or sharing of supplies. Tues & Thurs $170/$200 • Monday-Thursday $320/$370 • Any outside vendors that we bring in will be Location: Main Park/Program Center strictly a presentation and not interactive. • Children may have to practice social distancing even within their own group. • Groups may not be able to mingle with other groups.

6 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Archery SKYHAWKS Basketball Camp BowDoc Archery Summer Camp This fun, skill-intensive program is designed for Is your young archer interested in becoming the next beginning to intermediate players. Using our Robin Hood or Katniss? If so, this is the camp for them! progressional curriculum, we focus on the whole Students will learn safety, proper technique, form, and player—teaching sportsmanship and teamwork. shooting etiquette. There will be a lot of shooting Boys and girls will learn the fundamentals of games and fun with a constant emphasis on safety and passing, shooting, handling, rebounding and respect. All levels of shooters are welcome from defense through skill-based instruction and beginners to experienced archers. BowDoc Archery will small-sided scrimmages. supply all of the equipment for camp. Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Instructor: BowDoc Archery Staff Location: The Oaks Recreation Field House Location: BowDoc Archery Age: 6-12 Age: 8-17 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Fri Jun 7-11 9am–12pm $124/$149 Mon-Thu Jun 14-17 9-10:30am $125/$150 After Jun 5 $129/$159 After Jun 7 $130/$155 Cheerleading Basketball SKYHAWKS Cheerleading Camp Hoop School–Summer Skills Basketball Camp Skyhawks Cheerleading teaches young athletes This camp is for children who want to develop their the essential skills to lead crowds and support the skills in a fun environment. Camp is led by Tim home team! This entry-level cheer program Hanenburg, and coaches who will teach all of the ensures that each camper learns cheers, proper fundamental skills of basketball including dribbling, hand and body movements, and jumping passing, shooting, team play, and defense. Skills will be techniques. There is no stunting—just a big focus taught through a variety of dynamic drills and fun on fun while each cheerleader learns important games. Campers will play an organized game at the end life skills such as teambuilding and leadership. of each session. The week concludes with a choreographed Instructor: Tim Hanenburg performance and, when available, a chance to Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center cheer at a Skyhawks or basketball camp! Age: 6-8 Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Location: Fox Ridge Park Mon-Fri Jun 21-25 9-11am $72/$86 Age: 6-12 After Jun 5 $77/$91 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 9-11 Mon-Fri Jun 21-25 9am-12pm $124/$149 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR After Jun 14 $129/$155 Mon-Fri Jun 21-25 11am-1pm $72/$86 After Jun 5 $77/$91 Flag Football SKYHAWKS Flag Football Camp Hoop School–Summer Shooting Camp This beginner’s camp is the perfect program for This camp is for intermediate-to-advanced basketball boys and girls who want a complete introduction players who want to develop and enhance their to “America’s Game.” Campers will learn skills on shooting skills. Tim Hanenburg, who leads the camp, both sides of the ball and games will apply the will teach players the proper technique of shooting off core components of passing, catching, and the pass and how to drill those techniques effectively. de-flagging or defensive positioning, all presented Each player will have the opportunity to get one-on-one in a fun and positive environment. The week ends shooting instruction. Everyday includes competitions, with the Skyhawks Super Bowl, giving participants lecture/drills, and an organized game. a chance to showcase their skills on the gridiron! Instructor: Tim Hanenburg Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Location: Fox Ridge Park Age: 8-10 Age: 6-8 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Fri Jul 12-16 9am-12pm $105/$126 Mon-Fri Jun 21-25 9am-12pm $124/$149 After Jun 28 $110/$131 After Jun 14 $129/$155 Age: 11-13 Age: 9-13 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Fri Jul 12-16 12-3pm $105/$126 Mon-Fri Jun 21-25 9am-12pm $124/$149 After Jun 28 $110/$131 After Jun 14 $129/$155

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Floor Hockey Multi-Sport Instructional Floor Hockey Camp Mokena Jr. Olympians-Summer Games This instructional camp includes activities that This one-week developmental camp is designed for are designed for players interested in learning the children to play five of the most popular Summer fundamentals of floor hockey. Instruction will Olympic sports (basketball, floor (field) hockey, focus on shooting, puck-handling, hand-eye , soccer, and ). Activities will focus on coordination, and small-sided games. learning skills of each sport as well as playing a game. Instructor: Park District Staff Instructor: Park District Staff Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 6-8 Age: 4-5 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Fri May 31-Jun 4 9-10:30am $55/$66 Mon-Fri May 17-21 4:30-5:25pm $55/$66 After May 17 $60/$71 After May 3 $60/$71 Age: 9-11 Age: 6-7 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Fri May 31-Jun 4 10:30a-12p $55/$66 Mon-Fri May 17-21 5:30-6:25pm $55/$66 After May 17 $60/$71 After May 3 $60/$71

Golf Track & Field SKYHAWKS Beginning Camp As we know, golf is a challenging and lifelong SKYHAWKS Track and Field Camp sport, so young athletes need proper focus on the This camp is developed to introduce participants to this fundamentals of form, swinging, putting and body sport rich in tradition and history. Using special positioning. To assist in this training, Skyhawks equipment, we teach exercises and drills that prepare utilizes the ShortGolf® system which uses athletes for a future in cross-country, track & field modified equipment and a curriculum developed events, and distance running. The fundamentals of by PGA professionals. All equipment is provided. body positioning, stride, proper stretching, and Instructor: Skyhawks Staff cool-down techniques are covered as well. Location: Fox Ridge Park Instructor: Skyhawks Staff Age: 6-12 Location: Fox Ridge Park Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 6-12 Mon-Fri Aug 2-6 9a-12p $124/$149 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR After Jul 26 $129/$155 Mon-Fri Jul 19-23 9a-12p $124/$149 After Jul 12 $129/$155

Horseback Riding Summer Horse Camp Ultimate Frisbee Come join us for four fun-filled days of riding and Chicago Union Ultimate Disc Camp learning horsemanship skills. Students Chicago Union runs this week-long camp designed to participating in summer horse camp will get introduce kids to Ultimate Frisbee while providing a hands-on experience in grooming, bridling, legendary experience! Ultimate is a non-contact, saddling and feeding horses. Every day will also action-packed sport played with a flying disc (Frisbee) include a riding lesson. Other activities include art where players pass the disc from one player to the next and crafts, water games and bathing horses! until someone catches it in the opponent’s end zone for Summer camp closes out with a student horse a goal, worth one point. The camps are centered around show where campers get to demonstrate the skills Ultimate, but most importantly prioritize getting kids they’ve learned to their family and friends! moving and having FUN! Various activities will include Campers should bring a water bottle and lunch throwing accuracy games, partner catching, Randy Moss daily. A camp t-shirt will be provided. drills, footwork games, pulling contests, small Location: Nova Quarter Horse Ranch scrimmages, and much more. Age: 7-18 Instructor: Chicago Union Staff Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Location: Fox Ridge Park Mon-Thu Jul 12-15 9a-3p $340/$350 Age: 8-13 Mon-Thu Jul 26-29 9a-3p $340/$350 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Fri Jun 28-Jul 2 9a-12p $120/$144 After June 14 $125/$149

8 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Volleyball Jr. Volleykidz.com Camps Volleykidz.com Camp It’s time to take your volleyball GAME to the Volleykidz is an introductory camp outdoors. A camp hosted by the EVP Volleyball for children who love volleyball. The Pros, that features all the latest drills and training lesson plan introduces the pass, set techniques that build your skills for the next level. and spike using a very light Lots of contests and games too, with fun and active volleyball. Volleykidz will improve instructors! The camp will concentrate on the each child’s hand/eye coordination fundamentals of passing, setting, serving and and left/right coordination through spiking. You will learn to overhand serve and play the use of fun drills and games. Lesson plan also organized games. The lesson plan directs individual incorporates short educational drills including training that helps each student reach a new level. spelling. Canceled classes are made up on Friday. Instructor: Volleyball Kidz Staff Instructor: Volleyball Kidz Staff Location: Main Park Location: Main Park Age: 12-14 Age: 7-9 Terrain: Grass Terrain: Grass Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Thu Jun 7-10 9-11am $99/$119 Mon-Thu Jun 14-17 8-9am $79/$95 After May 24 $104/$124 After June 1 $84/$100 Mon-Thu Jun 14-17 9-11am $99/$119 Mon-Thu Jul 19-22 8-9am $79/$95 After June 1 $104/$124 After July 5 $84/$100 Terrain: Sand Mon-Thu Aug 2-5 8-9am $79/$95 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR After July 18 $84/$100 Mon-Thu Jun 28-Jul 1 9-11am $99/$119 Terrain: Sand After June 14 $104/$124 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Thu Jul 12-15 9-11am $99/$119 Mon-Thu Jun 21-24 8-9am $79/$95 After June 28 $104/$124 After June 7 $84/$100 Mon-Thu Aug 9-12 9-11am $99/$119 Mon-Thu Aug 16-19 4-5pm $79/$95 After July 21 $104/$124 After Aug 2 $84/$100 Mon-Thu Aug 16-19 7-9pm $99/$119 Terrain: Indoors (The Oaks) After July 21 $104/$124 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Terrain: Indoors Mon-Thu Jul 5-8 8-9am $79/$95 Days Dates Time Fee R/NR After June 27 $84/$100 Mon-Thu Jul 26-29 9-11am $99/$119 After July 12 $104/$124 Age: 10-11 Terrain: Grass Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Thu Jun 14-17 9-11am $99/$119 After June 1 $104/$124 Mon-Thu Jul 19-22 9-11am $99/$119 After July 5 $104/$124 Mon-Thu Aug 2-5 9-11am $99/$119 After July 18 $104/$124 Terrain: Sand Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Thu Jun 21-24 9-11am $99/$119 After June 7 $104/$124 Mon-Thu Aug 16-19 9-11am $99/$119 After Aug 2 $104/$124 Terrain: Indoors (The Oaks) Days Dates Time Fee R/NR Mon-Thu Jul 5-8 9-11am $99/$119 After June 27 $104/$124

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PeeWee Picassos Does your child love to color, draw, and paint? You Early Education Program and your budding artist will enjoy the slow pace in The Mokena Community Park District’s this relaxed class of creative fun together. Simple comprehensive Early Childhood Education Program includes Prep School, Pre-school and paper projects, cutting, gluing and paints will get your young artist off to a creative start. Fee includes Kinderbridge. These very successful, long materials. running programs include academic skills, physical activity, arts and crafts, story time, Instructor: Petey Winkleman finger play and songs. Location: Program Center

Age: 2-3 w/an adult Prep School: 3 year olds Day: Wednesday Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates Time Fee R/NR 9-11:30am May 5-26 10:15-11am $35/$42 After Apr 26 $40/$47 Pre-School: 4 year olds Jun 9-30 10:15-11am $35/$42 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9-11:30am After May 26 $40/$47 *The Pre-school program is currently filled, in Jul 7-28 10:15-11am $35/$42 order to be put on the waitlist go to After Jun 23 $40/$47 www.mokenapark.com.

Kinderbridge: 4 year olds Wiggles & Giggles Monday-Friday (5 days) This class is for your little one who is not quite ready 12:30-3pm to separate. Parent and child will wiggle and giggle their way through this fun-filled class while All classes meet in our Program Center located at stretching their muscles and marching to music. Age the south end of Mokena Main Park. These appropriate activities will vary each week using , programs are for children ready to separate from balloons, and bubbles. Finger plays and props, their parents and must be toilet trained. Masks rhymes and rhythm movements, hoops and must be worn at all times indoors. parachutes are also included. Instructor: Chris Johnson Registration Location: Program Center, Dance Room Registration will be accepted in person at the Age: 2-3 w/an adult Administration Center. Please bring the following Day: Wednesday with you: Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 16-30 9:45-10:30am $25/$35 Birth Certificate After Jun 5 $30/$40 Proof of Immunizations Jul 14-28 9:45-10:30am $25/$35 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit of $49 After Jul 2 $30/$40 registration fee ($74 for families registering multiple children) and first month’s Rainbow Kids tuition. (entire amount is non-refundable) Your toddler will love learning about colors and Prep School: $177R/$182NR shapes in this busy hands-on class. Multi-sensory Pre-School: Filled activities, glue, tape, crayons and paint will encourage Kinderbridge: $309R/$314NR creativity, improve motor skills and create an environment for social interaction. A take home craft, fun activities and games will all relate to colors and shapes. Instructor: Chris Johnson Location: Program Center Age: 3-5 Day: Friday Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 18-Jul 2 9:45-10:30am $25/$35 After Jun 7 $30/$40 Jul 16-30 9:45-10:30am $25/$35 After Jul 5 $30/$40

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Art Session 2: Air, Land and Sea—Step aboard to build Drawing and More! some exciting ways to get from here to there. Take to Taught by a graduate of the American Academy of the sky in our Bricks 4 Kidz® helicopter model or air Art, Miss Petey will teach new techniques and show model; race across the beach in an ingenious improve your skills! We will use a variety of land sail; zoom through the water on a jet ski. Kids subjects including: animals, landscapes, cartoons, will learn what makes each machine unique and how abstracts and still life. For all levels of ability. it moves, exploring concepts such as buoyancy, Instructor: Petey Winkleman propulsion, lift and g-forces! What other ways will Location: Program Center you invent to travel through air, land and sea? Grades: 1-6 Whether you’re a high-speed thrill-seeker or just Day: Wednesday curious about how things work, this unit offers Dates Time Fee R/NR something for everyone. Jun 2-Jul 7 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room After May 24 $57/$67 Age: 6-12 Jul 14-18 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 Day: Monday After Jul 5 $57/$67 Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 21-Jul 26 4:15-5:15pm $85/$90 Young Artists Register by April 23 Miss Petey returns! In this variety art class, students will experiment with clay, tempera Session 3: Engineering Adventures—So, you want to paints, water colors, abstracts and be an engineer or architect? Well what are you much more. Students should bring waiting for? This is your chance! Join us as we put an all-purpose art pad to class. our engineering skills to the test to build bridges, Instructor: Petey Winkleman buildings, vehicles and more. We’ll learn about Location: Program Center different types of careers for you to explore. Do you Age: 8-12 like to design cities? You might become an urban Day: Monday architect one day! Do you want to build bridges? Dates Time Fee R/NR Then civil engineering might be the job for you! Want May 5-26 10:15-11am $35/$42 to design the next cool electric car? Then you may be After Apr 26 $40/$47 destined to become an automotive or mechanical Jun 9-30 10:15-11am $35/$42 engineer! Come experience engineering adventures After May 26 $40/$47 with us! Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room Bricks 4 Kids Age: 6-12 Bricks 4 Kidz classes explore architecture, Day: Monday engineering and technology concepts using Dates Time Fee R/NR LEGO Bricks. Students work hands-on to design and Aug 2-Sept 13 4:15-5:15pm $85/$90 build machines, tools and other constructions. (No class 9/6) Register by July 25 While exploring new concepts related to architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and the environment, students develop problem solving and critical thinking skills. Fun while learning!

Session 1: Pirate’s Quest—Shiver me timbers as we explore the popular culture behind the life of a pirate! Build a motorized pirate ship, helm and an anchor. Protect the hands-on deck by building a launching trebuchet. If you must abandon ship, you’ll have to build a rowboat to escape! Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room Age: 6-12 Day: Monday Dates Time Fee R/NR May 3-Jun 14 4:15-5:15pm $85/$90 (No class 5/31) Register by April 23

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Dance Join Ms. Jenny and see what all the commotion is about and have fun while learning a new dance style! From the graceful movements of Ballet to the quick beat of Hip-Hop/Jazz to the synchronized sounds of taping toes we have it all! White ballet shoes and black tap and jazz shoes should be worn for Grades: 7-9 appropriate classes. Days/Dates: Mon & Wed/June 14-30 Pre-Ballet: This class will introduce the basic steps Class Time Fee R/NR and positions in ballet while learning a fun song and Hip Hop/ 6:30-7pm $48/$53 dance routine. Your child’s confidence and Jazz After June 7 $53/$58 appreciation for the art form will grow as they master Lyrical 7-7:30pm $48/$53 new skills and make new friends. After June 7 $53/$58 Tap 7:30-8pm $48/$53 Ballet: This class provides an excellent background for all types of dance. Coordination, strength and After June 7 $53/$58 flexibility are complimented with the grace and poise which ballet class offers. Age: 4.5-Kindergarten Tapping Toes: Hear the synchronized sounds of Days/Dates: Tues & Thur/ June 15-July 1 taping toes while we shuffle off to Buffalo learning Class Time Fee R/NR multiple tap techniques. Classes will include basic Tap 5-5:30pm $48/$53 principles of tap through music and movement After June 8 $53/$58 exercises, with an emphasis on rhythm and timing. Ballet 5:30-6pm $48/$53 High Voltage Hip-Hop/Jazz: Learn the latest After June 8 $53/$58 street-style moves just like your favorite pop stars. Dance to the beat and get an excellent work-out while Grade: 4-6 improving muscle strength and flexibility. Fun Days/Dates: Tues & Thur/ June 15-July 1 choreography will be inspired by popular music. Class Time Fee R/NR Hip-Hop/ 6-6:30pm $48/$53  Classes will be held two days a week. Either Mon Jazz After June 8 $53/$58 and Wed or Tue and Thurs. Ballet 6:30-7pm $48/$53  Please note that parents are not to remain in the After June 8 $53/$58 building and face coverings are required in the Tap 7-7:30pm $48/$53 building at all times. After June 8 $53/$58  Please bring your own water bottle to class.  Grade is determined of Fall 2021. Age is determined by June 1, 2021. Horseback Riding Instructor: Jenny Diamond Horseback Riding Lessons Location: Program Center Dance Room Get up and go! It’s time to ride at Nova Quarter Horses! Fun for all ages at any riding level, no Age: 3.5-4.5 previous experience is needed. Come out to learn Days/Dates: Mon & Wed/June 14-30 both Western and English disciplines taught by our Class Time Fee R/NR highly qualified trainers and instructors. We offer Pre-Ballet 4:30-5pm $48/$53 both an indoor and outdoor arena, so Nova is able After June 7 $53/$58 to offer lessons year round. A 5-lesson card includes 5 individual one hour group lessons. Grades: 1-3 are available at parent’s request. Once your Days/Dates: Mon & Wed/June 14-30 lesson card is purchased, call Nova to schedule your Class Time Fee R/NR lessons at (708) 479-3696. There is a limit of one Ballet 5-5:30pm $48/$53 5-lesson card per family. Jeans and boots or hard After June 7 $53/$58 soled shoes are required. Schedule through the Tap 5:30-6pm $48/$53 Mokena Community Park District and receive a After June 7 $53/$58 discounted rate! Hip Hop/ 6-6:30pm $48/$53 Location: Nova Quarter Horse Ranch Jazz After June 7 $53/$58 Age: 7+ Discounted Fee: $195R/$200NR Call Nova to schedule your lessons, (708) 479-3696.

12 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Gymnastics Ninja Zone Gym-Kinetics offers one of the Ninja Zone is the entry level to an all new largest facilities in the area with sport discipline inspired by gymnastics, the latest equipment and martial arts, obstacle course training, and street experienced staff. Resident dance. Children learn combinations of flips, rolls, participants registering through Mokena Park District jumps, and kicks on strength & agility courses. receive the discounted fees listed. Please wear Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) comfortable clothes: leotards or shorts with t-shirts. Age: 4-5 No gym shoes, jewelry or tights. Day Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Gym-Kinetics Staff Mon 11-11:50am $125/$135 Location: Gym-Kinetics Wed 9-9:50am $125/$135 Age: 6-9 Baby Gym Day Time Fee R/NR You and your baby will experience many different Mon 4-4:50pm $125/$135 gross motor activities in this class. Class includes Wed 11-11:50am $125/$135 warm up activities with music, climbing, hanging, swinging and jumping. Beginner Tumbling Age: Walking-2 This class has been designed with the cheerleader in Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) mind. Girls will begin to learn cartwheels, round Day Time Fee R/NR offs, back bends and beginner stages of flip-flops. Thur 9-9:50am $125/$135 Age: 6+ Girls Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) Mom & Mini Day Time Fee R/NR This program offers the opportunity to experience a Mon 4-5pm $133/$143 wide range of gross motor activities while being introduced to the sport of gymnastics. Each class will Beginner Girls provide a new experience on the trampoline, balance This program will introduce your daughter to the beam, bars, and rings in a fun and safe environment. sport of gymnastics. Each student will learn basic Age: 2-3 w/adult tumbling skills along with introductory skills on the Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) balance beam, uneven bars, and vault. Day Time Fee R/NR Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) Mon 6-6:50pm $125/$135 Age: 5-6 Day Time Fee R/NR 3 Year Old Mini Gymnastics Mon 4-5pm $133/$143 Your child will experience many different gross Wed 11am-12pm $133/$143 motor activities along with the intro to gymnastics Age: 7-11 skills, such as forward and backward rolls, Day Time Fee R/NR cartwheels, trampoline, balance beams, and rings. Mon 10-11am $133/$143 Age: 3 Tue 4-5pm $133/$143 Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) Day Time Fee R/NR Beginner Boys Mon 11-11:50am $125/$135 This class will introduce boys to Tue 4-4:50pm $125/$135 the sport of gymnastics. Boys will Wed 4-4:50pm $125/$135 learn fundamental skills on all six pieces of apparatus; Floor 4 & 5 Year Old Mini Gymnastics Exercise, Pommel Horse, Rings, Your little one will start learning the beginner stages Vault, Parallel Bars, and High Bar. of tumbling and experience all of the different Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) gymnastics apparatus along with many different Age: 5-6 gross motor activities. Day Time Fee R/NR Age: 4-5 Tue 9-10am $133/$143 Dates: June 14-August 7 (8weeks) Age: 7-13 Day Time Fee R/NR Day Time Fee R/NR Mon 9-9:50am $125/$135 Wed 6-7pm $133/$143 Tue 10-10:50am $125/$135 Wed 9-9:50am $125/$135

10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 13 Youth Athletics

PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT Whether you are participating to learn a new skill or improve on something you learned earlier in life, please note that our goal is to ensure that every participant has FUN. The following conduct guidelines serve as a simple reminder that this is recreation, not professional sports:  Respect all participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Lead the way in creating a positive, recreational atmosphere.  Avoid the use of foul or inappropriate language. Set positive examples for the community.  Refrain from inflicting bodily harm on participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Play to have FUN.  Respect all equipment, supplies, and facilities provided by Mokena Community Park District.

Archery Basketball Archery 101 Kids First Basketball Fundamentals Whether you are new or an experienced archer, Let’s Hoop it up! This Basketball come out and enjoy 4 sessions of archery fun. Program focuses on fundamentals! Students will learn safety, proper technique and Basketball Games & Preparation; form, range procedures, and etiquette. The staff at Parents have called Kids First Sports BowDoc Archery are USA Archery certified Safety Mandatory before playing coaches. BowDoc Archery will supply all of the the most injury prone youth sport. necessary equipment for this class. Please wear Players will be fulfilled with new basketball skills and shoes that cover the entire foot, sandals and flip safety techniques to make them game ready. Program flops are not allowed. offers: Skills Contest & Championship Basketball game. Instructor: BowDoc Staff PLUS techniques on Shooting, Dribbling, Passing, floor Location: BowDoc Archery spacing, and basketball safety awareness. Age: 8-17 Instructor: Kids First Staff Day: Tuesday Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 5-7 Jul 6-27 7-8pm $75/$90 Day: Wednesday After Jun 30 $80/$95 Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 9-30 4:15-5:15pm $56/$67 After May 26 $61/$72 Baseball Jul 7-28 4:15-5:15pm $56/$67 Kids First Baseball Fundamentals After Jun 30 $61/$72 Baseball preparation it’s a HIT! Players will Age: 5-7 experience batting, fielding, pitching, base running, Day: Saturday and throwing, through proven baseball techniques. Dates Time Fee R/NR Along with body balance, and first step directional Jun 5-26 10-11am $65/$78 movements will aid in strengthening their play in After May 26 $70/$83 the field and in the batter’s box Jul 10-31 10-11am $65/$78 Instructor: Kids First Staff After Jun 30 $70/$83 Location: Fox Ridge Park Age: 8-13 Age: 5-7 Day: Wednesday Day: Sunday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 9-30 5:15-6:15pm $56/$67 Jun 13-27 9-10am $61/$72 After May 26 $61/$72 After May 30 $66/$77 Jul 7-28 5:15-6:15pm $56/$67 Jul 11-Aug 1 9-10am $61/$72 After Jun 30 $61/$72 After Jun 30 $66/$77 Age: 8-13 Age: 8-12 Day: Saturday Day: Sunday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 5-26 11am-12pm $65/$78 Jun 13-27 10-11am $61/$72 After May 26 $70/$83 After May 30 $66/$77 Jul 10-31 11am-12pm $65/$78 Jul 11-Aug 1 10-11am $61/$72 After Jun 30 $70/$83 After Jun 30 $66/$77

14 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Hoop School–FUNdamentals Handball This program is for boys and girls, ages 6-11, that Introduction to Team Handball want to develop their skills in a fun environment. Learn how to play a new sport! Team Handball The program will focus on teaching all of the is a sport in which two teams of seven players fundamental skills of basketball including dribbling, each pass a ball using their hands with the aim of passing, shooting, team play, and defense. The skills throwing it into the goal of the other team. A standard will be taught and reinforced through a variety of match consists of two periods of 30 minutes, and the dynamic drills and fun games with the opportunity team that scores more goals wins. This clinic is open to play an organized game at the end of each to anyone and no prior experience is necessary. session. Players will be separated by age and skill Whether you have Olympic dreams or just want to get under the direction of Tim Hanenburg and his staff. active with a new sport, sign up today! Instructor: Tim Hanenburg Instructor: Ross Miner Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 6-8 Grade: Girls 5-8 Day: Sunday Day: Saturday Dates Time Fee R/NR Date Time Fee R/NR Sept 5-Oct 10 9-10:30am $66/$79 Aug 7 10am-12pm $20/$24 After Aug 22 $71/$84 After Jul 23 $25/$29 Age: 9-11 Grade: Boys 5-8 Day: Sunday Day: Saturday Dates Time Fee R/NR Date Time Fee R/NR Sept 5-Oct 10 10:30am-12pm $66/$79 Aug 7 12-2pm $20/$24 After Aug 22 $71/$84 After Jul 23 $25/$29 Grade: Girls 9-12 Flag Football Day: Saturday Date Time Fee R/NR Kids First Flag Football (Fundamentals) Program Aug 14 10am-12pm $20/$24 Are you ready for some FOOTBALL! After Jul 30 $25/$29 Excellent Kids First Coaches teach Grade: Boys 9-12 football fundamentals through team Day: Saturday competitive drills. Kids love learning Date Time Fee R/NR how to pass, catch, run plays, prior Aug 14 12-2pm $20/$24 to game activity. Flag Football Games After Jul 30 $25/$29 & Preparation makes this sport fun, team oriented, and challenging. Program offers: Punt-Pass-Kick Contest & Championship Flag Football game. PLUS: KICKBALL PLAY DAY skill positions training, techniques on speed & Kickball is one of the most popular playground games quickness, body balance, first step directional for children of all ages. Participants will jump right movements, and football safety awareness. into games for an exciting day of fun! All skill levels Instructor: Kids First Staff are encouraged to participate. Games are led by park Location: Fox Ridge Park district staff, and student to teacher ratio is 8:1. Park Age: 8-10 district will supply all equipment. Day: Saturday Instructor: Park District Staff Dates Time Fee R/NR Location: Main Park Ball Diamonds June 5-26 8:30-9:45am $65/$78 Age: 7-9 After May 21 $70/$83 Day: Friday Jul 10-31 8:30-9:45am $65/$78 Date Time Fee R/NR After Jun 30 $70/$83 Jul 30 12-1:30pm $20/$25 Age: 9-14 After Jul 16 $25/$30 Day: Saturday Age: 10-12 Dates Time Fee R/NR Day: Friday June 5-26 8:30-9:45am $65/$78 Date Time Fee R/NR After May 21 $70/$83 Jul 30 1:30-3pm $20/$25 Jul 10-31 8:30-9:45am $65/$78 After Jul 16 $25/$30 After Jun 30 $70/$83

10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 15 Youth Athletics Multi-Sport Ninja Warriors Little Stars–Bronze Level Ninja Class In this exciting 4-week program, all activities are Train like a Ninja Warrior! Kids will develop strength, designed to mainly emphasize hand-eye and foot-eye speed, agility, balance, and coordination on obstacles coordination, fun, and basic skills for the following that replicate ones from American Ninja Warrior. Kids sports: soccer, baseball, and kickball! will learn how to navigate obstacles correctly leading Instructor: Park District Staff up to a group competition during the class. Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Instructor: Bill Brannigan Age: 3-4 Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Day: Wednesday Age: 7-14 Dates Time Fee R/NR Days: Monday & Wednesday Aug 4-25 10-10:45am $45/$54 Dates Time Fee R/NR After Jul 21 $50/$59 Jun 21, 23, 28, 30 1:30-3pm $65/$78 Aug 4-25 1-1:45pm $45/$54 After Jun 7 $70/$83 After Jul 21 $50/$59

Little Stars–Silver Level Soccer This is an instructional program for children that Kids First Soccer (Fundamentals) Program have completed at least one Bronze Level program. Feel the excitement of scoring a goal! Soccer Games Activities are designed to be fun and have a higher Daily with instruction. Excellent Coaches will combine level of difficulty for coordination and sports body balance and speed drills with FUN preparation development. Participants will participate in the soccer drills, making this program ideal for beginners following sports: soccer, baseball, and kickball! to advanced players. The program concludes with a We will focus on fun, coordination, and basic skills. championship soccer game. Instructor: Park District Staff Instructor: Kids First Staff Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Location: Fox Ridge Park Age: 4-5 Age: 5-6 Day: Wednesday Day: Saturday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Aug 4-Sept 8 4-4:45pm $55/$66 Jun 5-26 11am-12:15pm $65/$78 After Jul 21 $60/$71 After May 21 $70/$83 Jul 10-31 11am-12:15pm $65/$78 Kids First Multi–Sport After June 30 $70/$83 Wow this is Fun! “Multi-Sport” Programs are Age: 7-13 structured to teach participants game rules and Day: Saturday fundamentals prior to playing games. Sports include: Dates Time Fee R/NR (Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Track & Field Events, Jun 5-26 11am-12:15pm $65/$78 Soccer, Dodge Ball, Badminton, Flag Football, After May 21 $70/$83 Volleyball, Kick Ball, Balloon Ball & more). This Jul 10-31 11am-12:15pm $65/$78 program creates new learning experiences for all! After June 30 $70/$83 Instructor: Kids First Staff Location: Fox Ridge Park Age: 6-8 VOLUNTEER COACHING Day: Sunday The park district relies on volunteers to coach teams Dates Time Fee R/NR in its recreational leagues. Experienced coach or new Jun 13-27 12-2pm $67/$80 to the game, we’d love to have you be part of the After May 30 $72/$85 team. If you are interested in volunteering your time Jul 11-Aug 1 12-2pm $75/$90 to coach a team, please contact the Recreation After Jun 30 $82/$95 Supervisor-Athletics at 708-390-2408. All volunteer Age: 9-13 coaches must complete an application, liability Day: Sunday waiver, and background check prior to the Dates Time Fee R/NR commencement of any coaching duties. Jun 13-27 12-2pm $67/$80 If you are interested in coaching but feel you don’t After May 30 $72/$85 know enough to teach a sport, please know that the Jul 11-Aug 1 12-2pm $75/$90 park district does have a support system in place to After Jun 30 $82/$95 assist with your needs.

16 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Fire Starters—Fall Recreational Soccer League Softball The Fire Starters staff and the park district are Kids First Softball (Fast Pitch & Slow Pitch) teaming up to conduct an instructional soccer This program challenges all players through fun league focusing on the basic skills for the beginning competitive softball drills and games that will and novice youth players. The program focuses on maximize player potential. Program offers softball small-sided games for maximum touches on the skills competition that includes pitching, hitting, ball and maximum participation for the player, both fielding, and running. Plus position training, batting of which are instrumental for player development. techniques, body balance, throwing, fielding, This program consists of seven professional directional movements, and base running. training sessions with the Fire Starters Staff along Instructor: Park District Staff with team practices (led by volunteer coaches) Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center during the week, and games on Sundays. Age: 8-12 Coaches meeting will be Wednesday, July 28, Day: Sunday 6:30pm at the Program Center. Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 13-27 11am–12pm $56/$67 Age: 4-Kindergarten After May 30 $61/$72 Day: Tuesdays Jul 11-Aug 1 11am-12pm $56/$67 Dates: Aug 3-Oct 12 After Jun 30 $61/$72 Time: 5-6pm Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 25 12-1:30pm Fee R/NR: $110/$132 Academy Beginner/Intermediate Tennis After July 22 $115/$137 This class is for beginning and Age: 4-Kindergarten intermediate players. Instructors will Day: Thursdays separate players into mini-groups to allow Dates: Aug 5-Oct 14 for differences in skill level and maturity. Time: 5-6pm Players will learn basic stroke techniques Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 25 1:30-3pm in an easy to understand method, as well as a Fee R/NR: $110/$132 simplified scoring format to start their pathway to After July 22 $115/$137 competitive tennis. Low student to instructor ratio. Grades: 1-3 Instructor: Mark Ortega Day: Tuesdays Location: Grasmere Park Dates: Aug 3-Oct 12

Time: 6-7pm Age: 4-7 Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 25 3-4:30pm Day: Monday, Tuesday or Thursday Fee R/NR: $115/$138 Dates Time Fee R/NR After July 22 $120/$143 Jun 7-Jul 8 12-12:45pm $60/$72 (1-day) Grades: 1-3 $110/$126 (2-days) Day: Thursdays $150/$165 (3-days) Dates: Aug 5-Oct 14 After May 25 add $5 per session Time: 6-7pm Jul 12-Aug 12 12-12:45pm $60/$72 (1-day) Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 25 4:30-6pm $110/$126 (2-days) Fee R/NR: $115/$138 $150/$165 (3-days) After July 22 $120/$143 After Jun 25 add $5 per session Grades: 4-6

Day: Wednesdays Age: 8-11 Dates: Aug 4-Oct 13 Day: Monday, Tuesday or Thursday Time: 5-6pm Dates Time Fee R/NR Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 25 6-7pm Jun 7-Jul 8 12-1pm $60/$72 (1-day) Fee R/NR: $115/$138 $110/$126 (2-days) After July 22 $120/$143 $150/$165 (3-days) Grades: 7-8 After May 25 add $5 per session Day: Wednesdays Jul 12-Aug 12 12-1pm $60/$72 (1-day) Dates: Aug 4-Oct 13 $110/$126 (2-days) Time: 6-7pm $150/$165 (3-days) Player Evaluation: Sunday, July 25 7-8pm After Jun 25 add $5 per session Fee R/NR: $115/$138 After July 22 $120/$143

10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 17 Youth Athletics Academy Beginner/Intermediate Tennis This class is for beginning and intermediate players. Track, Field, and Speed Training Instructors will separate players into mini-groups to Kids First Speed Training Program allow for differences in skill level and maturity. Run, Run, Run! Coaches will focus on teaching indoor Players will learn basic stroke techniques in an easy sprints, hurdles, jumps, running, and throws in a safe to understand method, as well as a simplified and fundamental way. The program consists of Body scoring format to start their pathway to competitive Balance Techniques; speed, quickness and agility tennis. Low student to instructor ratio. drills, producing a quicker, more powerful performer. Instructor: Mark Ortega Instructor: Kids First Staff Location: Main Park Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 12-18 Age: 6-13 Day: Monday, Tuesday or Thursday Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 7-Jul 8 1-2:30pm $90/$108 (1-day) Jun 9-30 6:15-7:15pm $56/$67 $165/$189 (2-days) After May 26 $61/$72 $225/$247 (3-days) Jul 7-28 6:15-7:15pm $56/$67 After May 25 add $5 per session After Jun 30 $61/$72 Jul 12-Aug 12 1-2:30pm $90/$108 (1-day) $165/$189 (2-days) Kids First Track & Field (Fundamentals) $225/$247 (3-days) Run with a SMILE! Coaches will focus on teaching After Jun 25 add $5 per session sprints, hurdles, jumps, distance running, and throws in a safe and fundamental way. The program consists Academy Elite Tennis of Body Balance Techniques; speed, quickness and This class is for agility drills. A wide variety of timed events will take intermediate and advanced place during each day, concluding with an event players ages 12–18, whose Championship Series on the final day. goals are to gain Instructor: Kids First Staff tournament match Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center experience and play college Age: 6-13 tennis. Competitive match Day: Saturday play will be a priority in Dates Time Fee R/NR this group. Higher skilled students may play Jun 5-26 9:45-11am $65/$78 teaching pros in order to be pushed to their match After May 21 $70/$83 play potential. Players will learn to improve their Jul 10-31 9:45-11am $65/$78 stroke mechanics with the aid of On-Court Video After Jun 30 $70/$83 Analysis. Advanced live ball drills and situational match play will be used. Low student to instructor Ultimate Frisbee ratio. Kids First Ultimate Frisbee Program Instructor: Mark Ortega Let’s Flip it! This is one of the fastest growing youth Location: Main Park sports in the country. It can be described as a Age: 12-18 combination of soccer, football, balloon ball, and Day: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday basketball, in that it’s a simple yet demanding game. Dates Time Fee R/NR Coaches teach how to throw and score points Jun 7-Jul 8 2:30-5pm $150/$180 (1-day) offensively, and how to defend their goal. $275/$316 (2-days) Instructor: Kids First Staff $375/$412 (3-days) Location: Fox Ridge Park $475/$522 (4-days) Age: 7-10 After May 25 add $5 per session Day: Saturday Jul 12-Aug 12 2:30-5pm $150/$180 (1-day) Dates Time Fee R/NR $275/$316 (2-days) Jun 5-26 12:15-1:30pm $65/$78 $375/$412 (3-days) After May 21 $70/$83 $475/$522 (4-days) Jul 10-31 12:15-1:30pm $65/$78 After Jul 5 add $5 per session After Jun 30 $70/$83

18 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Age: 11-15 Day: Saturday Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 5-26 12:15-1:30pm $65/$78 After May 21 $70/$83 Jul 10-31 12:15-1:30pm $65/$78 After Jun 30 $70/$83

Volleyball G2 VOLLEYKIDS Participants will be introduced to the sport of volleyball using fun and age-appropriate activities. Players will be taught the very basics of passing, setting, and spiking with a light and safe volleyball on a lowered and modified volleyball net. Activities are also designed to help players improve on their hand-eye coordination. All classes taught by John Garcia and his staff. Park district to supply volleyballs. Instructor: G2VBC Staff Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 4-7 Day: Tuesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 1-Jul 20 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 After May 17 $70/$83 Jun 1-Jul 20 5:30-6:30pm $65/$78 After May 17 $70/$83 Aug 3-Sept 21 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 After Jul 17 $70/$83 Aug 3-Sept 21 5:30-6:30pm $65/$78 After Jul 17 $70/$83

G2VBC Youth Volleyball Academy Activities are designed for players interested in learning the fundamentals of volleyball and having fun. The program focuses on maximum ball touches and participation for the player, both of which are instrumental for player development. Instructor: G2VBC Staff Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Grades: 1-4 Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 2-Jul 21 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 After May 17 $70/$83 Aug 4-Sept 22 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 After Jul 17 $70/$83 Grades: 5-8 Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 2-Jul 21 5:30-6:30pm $65/$78 After May 17 $70/$83 Aug 4-Sept 22 5:30-6:30pm $65/$78 After Jul 17 $70/$83

10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 19 G2VBC Youth Sand Volleyball Academy VOLLEYKIDZ USA—Volleyball Skills & Drills Activities are designed for players interested in It’s time to take your volleyball GAME learning the fundamentals of volleyball and having outdoors to the grass. A weekly class fun. The program focuses on maximum ball hosted by the VolleyKidz USA, that touches and participation, both of which are features all the latest drills and instrumental for player development. Activities are training techniques that build your prepared and delivered by John Garcia and staff. skills for the next level. Lots of Instructor: G2VBC Staff contests and games too, with fun and Location: Main Park Volleyball Courts active instructors! Class will Grades: 1-4 concentrate on the fundamentals of Day: Friday passing, setting, over-hand serving Dates Time Fee R/NR and spiking. You will learn to Jun 4-Jul 23 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 over-hand serve and play organized games. After May 21 $70/$83 Instructor: Volleyball Kidz Staff Aug 6-Sept 24 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78 Location: Main Park After Jul 30 $70/$83 Ages: 8-11 Grades: 5-8 Day: Tuesday Day: Friday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 8-29 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Jun 4-Jul 23 5:30-6:30pm $65/$78 After Jun 1 $104/$124 After May 21 $70/$83 Jul 6-27 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Aug 6-Sept 24 5:30-6:30pm $65/$78 After Jun 28 $104/$124 After Jul 30 $70/$83 Aug 3-24 5-6:45pm $99/$119 After Jul 26 $104/$124 VOLLEYKIDZ Grass Summer League Sept 7-Oct 12 4:15-6:15pm $129/$155 This summer outdoor volleyball league is perfect After Aug 31 $134/$160 to keep your volleyball skills fresh for the upcoming season. In this co-ed league you can VOLLEYKIDZ Youth & Junior Grass and Sand request to play with a group of friends. Games are Tournaments (4-person & 2-person) scheduled on Thursdays. You will learn to Mokena has sand and grass volleyball tournaments for overhand serve and play organized games. EVP Youth Juniors: Boys & Girls in 11U, 12U, 14U, 16U & Certified coaches. Game formats are based on 18U. Teams who finish 1st and 2nd in these events skill-level of athletes and may include 6-person receive a bid to compete in the VolleyKidz USA and 4-person teams. Championships on Sunday, August 15. Please call Ross Instructor: Volleyball Kids Staff Balling, EVP Beach Coach, tournament director, Location: Main Park 312-287-5988. Register at www.volleykidz.com or with Ages 10-11 the Mokena Community Park District! Day: Thursday Date Location Time Dates Time Fee R/NR Sat May 1 Main Park (Grass) 10a-4p Jun 3-24 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Sun May 9 Main Park (Grass) 10a-4p After May 24 $104/$124 Sat May 15 Main Park (Grass) 10a-4p Jul 8-29 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Sat May 22 Main Park (Grass) 10a-4p After Jun 28 $104/$124 Thurs June 10 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p Aug 5-26 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Thurs June 17 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p After Jul 26 $104/$124 Sun June 20 Main Park (Sand) 10a-4p Sept 2-Oct 14 4:15-6:15pm $129/$155 Thurs June 24 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p After Aug 31 $134/$160 Thurs July1 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p Ages 12-15 Sat July 3 Main Park (Sand) 10a-4p Day: Thursday Thurs July 8 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p Dates Time Fee R/NR Thurs July 15 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p Jun 3-24 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Fri July 17 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p After May 24 $104/$124 Thurs July 22 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p Jul 8-29 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Thurs July 29 Main Park (Sand) 11a-4p After Jun 28 $104/$124 Sat July 31 Main Park (Sand) 10a-4p Aug 5-26 5-6:45pm $99/$119 Sat Aug 14 Main Park (Sand) 10a-4p After Jul 26 $104/$124 Sun Aug 22 Main Park (Grass) 10a-4p Sept 2-Oct 14 4:15-6:15pm $129/$155 Sat Aug 28 Main Park (Sand) 10a-4p After Aug 31 $134/$160

20 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Adult Programs Dancing Line Dancing—Intermediate Maxine will teach two current intermediate level line dances per session. Participants must have knowledge of the basics in line dancing for this class: Quarter turns, half turns, triple forwards, back, and sides, and rock steps. This class is not for beginners. Join the fun, get good exercise, and dance, dance, dance. Instructor: Maxine Nowobilski Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 18 + Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Apr 28-Jun 2 1-2pm $42/$50 After Apr 20 $47/$55 Jun 9-Jul 14 1-2pm $42/$50 After Jun 1 $47/$55 Jul 21-Sept 1 1-2pm $42/$50 (No Class 7/28) After Jul 15 $47/$55

Line Dancing—Advanced Experience is a MUST for this Advanced class! Maxine will teach one to two advanced line dances per six-week session. Participants must have experience with intermediate level dances for this class. Most dances have complicated and syncopated eight counts with lots of quarter, half and full turns. Dance shoes are recommended. Expect thorough teaching and review. Instructor: Maxine Nowobilski Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 18 + Day: Friday Dates Times Fee R/NR May 7-Jun 11 1-2pm $42/$50 After Apr 21 $47/$55 Jun 18-Jul 23 1-2pm $42/$50 After Jun 11 $47/$55 Aug 6-Sept 10 1-2pm $42/$50 After Jul 30 $47/$55

Social Ballroom Level 1 In no time at all you'll learn the basic steps of the waltz, foxtrot, rumba, and jitterbug. Beginner class emphasizes fun, ease of movement, and music recognition. Dance partner is required. Program consists of four sessions. Price is per couple. Instructor: Becky Simon Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 18 + Day: Friday Dates Times Fee R/NR Jun 4-25 7-8pm $90/$108 After May 28 $95/$113 Jul 9-30 7-8pm $90/$108 After Jun 25 $95/$113

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ADULT LEAGUE REGISTRATION GUIDELINES  All participants must be 18 years of age by the date of the first contest (unless otherwise noted).  First-come, first-served. Returning teams do not receive priority registration.  Teams may pay 50% of the registration fee to secure a spot. Remaining balance must be paid by the registration deadline.  Any team cancelling before the registration deadline will be charged 5% of the registration fee (minimum $10). Refunds will not be issued to teams cancelling after the registration deadline.  There will be a $25 late fee for any team registering after the registration deadline.

Basketball Handball Men’s Basketball Leagues 5v5 Introduction to Team Handball Leagues are offered at 18 and Over and 30 and Over Come learn how to play a new sport with USA divisions. Each team is guaranteed to play 8 games, Team Handball’s Ross Miner. Ross is a former and the number of teams qualifying for the playoffs National Team Player and Youth National Team Coach will be determined by the number of participating with over 10 years of experience. Team Handball is a teams. Team rosters must consist of a minimum of sport in which two teams of seven players each pass a 5 players or a maximum of 12 players. Cash prizes ball using their hands with the aim of throwing it into for winners of the regular season and playoffs. the goal of the other team. This clinic is open to Age: Men 18 + anyone and no prior experience is necessary. Whether Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center you have Olympic dreams or just want to get active Day: Monday with a new sport, sign up today! Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Ross Miner May 31-Aug 9 7-8pm $510/$535 Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 18 + Location: Mokena Junior High School Day: Saturday Day: Monday Date Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Aug 14 12-2pm $20/$24 Sept 13-Nov 15 7-8pm $510/$535 After Aug 7 $25/$29

Age: Men 30 + Pickleball Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Pickleball 101 Day: Tuesday Introductory class is for new pickleball players Dates Time Fee R/NR covering basic rules, strategies and skills. Participants Jun 1-Aug 10 7-8pm $510/$535 must be a minimum of 18 years old or older, wear athletic shoes and dress in active wear. Bring a Location: Mokena Junior High School paddle if you have one or we will supply one. Bring Day: Tuesday drinking water. Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Terry TerHaar Sept 14-Nov 16 7-8pm $510/$535 Location: Hecht Park Pickleball Courts Age: 18 + MAIN & HECHT Park Lightning Warning System Day: Saturday Park users should STOP PLAY and SEEK SHELTER Date Time Fee R/NR immediately when lightning threatens, EVEN IF A May 22 11am-1pm FREE SIGNAL HAS NOT BEEN SOUNDED. One prolonged horn blast signals a strong risk for lightning in the Pickleball 4-Day Clinic area. All patrons should immediately seek shelter in Clinic is for players 3.0 and above. Instruction will enclosed vehicles or buildings. The strobe light include skills and drills to help improve your game signals a continuing lightning alert condition. Three followed by monitored play. short horn blasts signal it’s safe to resume activities. Instructor: Terry TerHaar Please note that there are two audible warnings: Location: Hecht Park Pickleball Courts  ONE long blast – SEEK SHELTER FAST. Age: 18 +  THREE short sounds – It’s safe to be around Day: Saturday If you hear a warning and continue to play, you do Dates Time Fee R/NR so at your own risk. May 18, 20, 25, 27 12-2pm FREE

22 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Tennis FREE AGENCY Adult Beginner/Intermediate Tennis Want to play in a league, but don’t have a This class is for adult beginning and intermediate team? Call the Administrative Office at players. If needed, instructors will separate players 708-390-2401, and we’ll try to get you into mini-groups to allow for differences in skill level. Players will learn basic stroke techniques in an easy placed on an existing team. If enough free to understand method, as well as advanced scoring agents are available, we will create a new formats. On-Court Video Analysis will be available to team. Team placement is not guaranteed. help players improve stroke technique by comparing their strokes side-by-side to top ATP/WTA tennis professionals. Students will be introduced to Indoor Co-ed Volleyball Leagues—6 V 6 intermediate fed and live ball drills that effectively Leagues are offered at A, B, C, & D levels. Each team simulate match play conditions. is guaranteed to play 10 matches, and the number Instructor: Mark Ortega of teams qualifying for the playoffs will be Location: Main Park determined by the number of participating teams. Age: 18 + Team rosters must consist of a minimum of 6 Days: Monday & Wednesday players or a maximum of 12 players. Cash prizes Dates Time Fee R/NR for winners of the regular season and playoffs. Jun 7-Jul 7 5-6pm $60/$72 (1-day) Early Bird Registration deadline for all leagues is $110/$126 (2-days) Wednesday, August 25, 2021. Captains’ meeting for Jul 12-Aug 11 5-6pm $60/$72 (1-day) all leagues is Wednesday, September 1, 6:30pm at $110/$126 (2-days) The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center.

A League (Competitive) Volleyball Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center G2VBC Adult All-Skills Volleyball Lessons Age: 18 + This instructional program introduces new adult Day: Monday players and welcomes back past players at the Dates Times Fee R/NR beginner level. G2VBC staff will teach technique and Sept 6-Nov 15 6:45-8:45pm $350/$375 help participants build skills that will help prepare After Aug 25 $355/$380 them for recreational and lower-intermediate match play. Activities will focus around the team concept B League (upper-intermediate) and cover the basics of volleyball skills, specifically Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center serving, passing, setting, blocking, and hitting. Age: 18 + Instructor: G2VBC Staff Day: Tuesday Age: 18 + Dates Time Fee R/NR Location: Main Park Sand Volleyball Courts Sept 7-Nov 16 6:45-8:45pm $350/$375 Day: Thursday After Aug 25 $355/$380 Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 3-Jul 22 7-8pm $62/$74 C League (lower-intermediate) After May 20 $67/$79 Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 18 + Location: The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Day: Tuesday Day: Thursday Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 7-Nov 16 6:45-8:45pm $350/$375 Aug 12-Sept 16 7-8pm $47/$56 After Aug 25 $355/$380 After July 29 $52/$61 D League (recreational) Location: Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Age: 18 + Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 8-Nov 17 6:45-8:45pm $350/$375 After Aug 25 $355/$380

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24 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] 10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 25 Open Gym at The Oaks

Open Gym Basketball For the current Open Gym schedule, please visit the Registration Desk at The Oaks or our website. For more information, call The Oaks Registration Desk at (708) 390-2343. Open Gym schedule is subject to change without notice.

The Oaks Open Gym Guidelines Field House policies  Open Gym is for basketball unless otherwise  Clean athletic shoes – NO street shoes or shoes noted. that leave black marks.  Open Gym is for free play only—no private  Shirts must be worn at all times. instruction or coaching of teams or individuals.  No food allowed in gym.  Scheduled Open Gym available to members of The  Only water in plastic drink bottles is permitted. Oaks Fitness Center, residents and non-residents  No slam dunking or hanging on rim or net. of Mokena Community Park District.  No fighting, foul or obscene language, spitting or  Participants are required to have a parent/ graffiti. guardian signed waiver. New waivers are required  Unacceptable behavior will result in expulsion every November 1. from facility.  Participants will need to present two forms of  Gym Attendant is in charge of enforcing policies identification: Proof of residency and a Photo ID. for your safety and enjoyment. In cases of Anyone presenting false information will be dispute or player misconduct, the gym permanently barred from the facility. attendant’s ruling is final.  Adults – Valid Driver’s License, Bank/Credit Card  Sharing courts and goals is a must. Gym Statement, Current Utility Bill. attendant reserves the right to split full court  Youth (under 16) Current Report Card/School games to half court games when deemed Schedule, Birth Certificate, School ID. necessary.  ALL participants, including members of the  Park District not responsible for lost or stolen fitness center, must check-in at the registration items. desk with identification and pay the appropriate  available for use in exchange for a fee for daily admittance for open gym. Driver’s License, Membership Card, School ID, or  Fee based programs are NOT included as part of keys. The item left will be returned when the the open gym program (Leagues, etc.). basketball is returned.  Additional fees may apply for Open Gym activities. Open Gym Fees  Daily visits and punch cards are non-refundable and non-transferable.  Fees are subject to change without notice.  Lost or stolen cards will not be replaced.  One daily visit=one punch on the card.  10-Punch cards expire 12 months from date of purchase and 20-punch cards expire 18 months from date of purchase.

Daily Visit $4R/$13NR 10-Punch Card $35R/$125NR 20-Punch Card $60R/$240NR

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2021 Oaks Group Training Programs “If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you”. See what group training at The Oaks is all about and start training outside the fitness box for real results.  Motivation, support, comradery and fun competition  Limited to a small group to ensure optimal training results and personalized attention  Results and exercise education Specialized equipment including rower/assault bike, rope/suspension training, kettlebell, and much more! For information, contact the Fitness Manager at (708) 390-2344 or visit www.mokenapark.com.

Group Fitness Youth Movement K.B.S. Training Join Youth Movement and learn confidence, K.B.S. is a group training program self-esteem, comradery, team-work and more that focuses on improving overall while having fun with fitness. Certified personal body strength and conditioning trainers will lead all skill levels through fun circuits, without using traditional group games, interval training and time for play. A variety fitness exercises. K.B.S. stands for of fun fitness equipment will be incorporated as well. “Kettle Bell, Boxing and Suspension Instructor: Joe J./Paulette M. Training”. To receive optimal training results, it is Location: The Oaks, Field House/Multi-Purpose Room suggested that participants bring boxing gloves and a Age: 8-12 heart rate monitor to use in this class. Day: Wednesday Instructor: Laura C. Dates Time Fee R/NR Location: The Oaks, Multi-Purpose Room May 19-Jun 16 5:30-6:30pm $49/$59 Age: 16 + After May 17 $54/$64 Day: Friday Jul 14-Aug11 5:30-6:30pm $49/$59 Dates Time Fee R/NR After Jul 12 $54/$64 Jul 2-Aug 20 6:45-7:45am $67/$80 Day: Saturday After Jun 30 $72/$85 Dates Time Fee R/NR Aug 27-Oct 15 6:45-7:45am $67/$80 May 15-Jun 19 10:15-11:15am $49/$59 After Aug 25 $72/$85 After May 13 $54/$64 Day: Tuesday Jul 17-Aug 14 10:15-11:15am $49/$59 Dates Time Fee R/NR After Jul 15 $54/$64 Jun 29-Aug 17 5:45-6:45pm $67/$80 After Jun 27 $72/$85 Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign Aug 24-Oct 12 5:45-6:45pm $67/$80 up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. After Aug 22 $72/$85 Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Sat May 8 10:15-11:15am FREE Outdoor Ultimate Athletic Training Wed May 12 5:30-6:30pm FREE Improve your fitness level while working on sports Wed Jul 7 5:30-6:30pm FREE agility training, plyometrics, explosive power drills Sat Jul 10 10-11am FREE and basic interval training. Session includes being measured at the beginning and end of the eight weeks for overall body fat reduction and improved cardiovascular endurance. This class is for individuals who are at least an intermediate level of fitness with no current injuries or major health concerns. In the event of inclement weather, class will be held indoors. Instructor: Laura C. Location: Yunker Park Bandshell Age: 18 + Days: Tuesday & Thursday Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 17-Aug 10 6:45-7:45am $108/$129 After Jun 15 $113/$134 Aug 12-Oct 5 6:45-7:45am $108/$129 After Aug 10 $113/$134

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Specialty Mind/Body Programs Zumba® Gentle Yoga Mix (Live and Virtual) Outdoor Zumba® Gold Gentle Yoga is an hour yoga class incorporating Love Zumba® but the regular version is flexibility and basic yoga components to improve too hard? Zumba® Gold is perfect for range of motion throughout the aging process. Learn anyone looking for a Zumba “light” class how to decrease stress & tension as well as or beginners to Zumba, active older lengthening the body. Part of the class will also focus adults, (both men and women) who are on relaxation techniques. Note: There is an in-person looking for a modified Zumba® class, pregnant (live) option to attend this class in addition to being women or anyone who may have limited mobility. presented through Zoom. The Zoom app is free to Focuses on balance, range of motion and download to your computer, tablet, smartphone or coordination as well as cardiovascular and muscular laptop. To access the zoom class a link for this conditioning. Please dress accordingly for weather, session will be emailed to you prior to the start of the bring a towel and water. Oaks Members receive a first class. You can decide based on your comfort discount for Zumba® classes! If you are a member, level to attend at The Oaks or from a location of your you must register at The Oaks Reception Desk to choice through Zoom. receive your discount. In the event of inclement Instructor: Olga P. weather, Zumba® Gold will be held indoors in The Location: The Oaks, Cypress Room Oaks Field House. Additional dates may be inside. Age: 21 + Instructor: Lisa C. Day: Tuesday Location: Yunker Park Band Shell Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 16 + May 4-Jun 22 10:30-11:30am $60/$72 Day: Tuesday After May 2 $65/$77 Dates Time Fee R/NR Jul 13-Aug 31 10:30-11:30am $60/$72 Jun 1-Jul 20 10:30-11:30am $51/$61 After Jul 11 $65/$77 After May 30 $56/$66 Aug 10-Sept 28 10:30-11:30am $51/$61 After Aug 8 $56/$66 Day: Friday Dates Time Fee R/NR Jun 4-Jul 23 10:30-11:30am $51/$61 After Jun 2 $56/$66 Aug 13-Oct 1 10:30-11:30am $51/$61 After Aug 11 $56/$66

Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. Registration Deadline is two days prior to free class.

Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Outdoor Tai Chi Qigong Tues May 25 10:30-11:15am FREE Tired? Stressed? No Energy? Improve your health, Fri May 28 10:30-11:15am FREE balance and coordination by letting the slow, gentle Tues Aug 3 10:30-11:15am FREE movements of Tai Chi Qigong set the tone for your Fri Aug 6 10:30-11:15am FREE day. Quiet your mind and in just 8 weeks learn to relax anytime and in any place by learning the practice of Tai Chi Qigong and improve your quality of life. In the event of inclement weather we will be inside in the cypress room. Instructor: William N. Location: Yunker Park Bandshell Age: 18 + Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 15-Nov 3 10:30-11:30am $63/$75 After Sept 13 $68/$80

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Outdoor Zumba® Do you want to love working out, Outdoor STRONG NATION by Zumba® burn tons of calories and get This newer class by Zumba® is NOT a dance class but hooked? Join our dynamic Zumba® a popular HIIT-style (high-intensity interval training) instructor Lisa to achieve long term class. Geared towards participants looking to benefits while having a blast! increase their intensity levels of training, maximize Zumba® combines Latin rhythms workout benefits and see real results from their and easy to follow moves to create efforts! High-intensity moves are interchanged with an awesome, exhilarating workout lower intensity moves throughout the workout, that will leave you breathless and making it possible for people of all fitness levels to wanting more. Come join us for an participate. Please dress accordingly for the weather, hour of energizing, awe-inspiring, hip swinging, bring a towel and water. Oaks Members receive a whole body movements meant to engage and discount for Zumba® classes! If you are a member, captivate! Please dress accordingly for weather, bring you must register at The Oaks Reception Desk to a towel & water. Oaks Members receive a discount for receive your discount. Zumba® classes! If you are a member, you must Instructor: Lisa C. register at The Oaks Reception Desk to receive your Location: Yunker Park Band Shell discount. Age: 16 + Instructor: Lisa C. Day: Saturday Location: Yunker Park Band Shell Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 16 + Jun 12-Aug 7 9:30-10:30am $51/$61 After Jun 10 $56/$66 Day: Monday (No class July 3) Dates Time Fee R/NR Aug 28-Oct 16 9:30-10:30am $51/$61 May 24-Jul 19 6:30-7:30pm $51/$61 After Aug 26 $56/$66 After May 22 $56/$66 (No Class May 31) Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign Aug 2-Sept 27 6:30-7:30pm $51/$61 up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. After Jul 30 $56/$66 Registration Deadline is two days prior to free class. (No class Sept 6) Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Sat Jun 5 9:30-10:15am FREE Day: Wednesday Sat Aug 21 9:30-10:15am FREE Dates Time Fee R/NR May 19-Jul 7 6:30-7:30pm $51/$61 After May 17 $56/$66 Jul 28-Sept 15 6:30-7:30pm $51/$61 After Jul 26 $56/$66

Try this class for FREE on our DEMO days. Must sign up online or in-person at The Oaks Reception Desk. Registration Deadline is two days prior to free class. Day/Date Time Fee R/NR Mon May 17 6:30-7:15pm FREE Wed Jul 21 6:30-7:15pm FREE

Please Note: In the event of inclement weather, all outdoor Zumba® and Fitness classes will be held indoors at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. Additional dates may be inside. Participants will be notified at the start of the session. For updates or more information, please visit our website at www.mokenapark.com or call (708) 390-2343. Free Demo Classes: Come out and try a free specialty class to see if it is the right fit for what you are looking for. All demo classes are taught by the same instructor(s) who are teaching the actual sessions. You must sign up online or in-person at The Oaks reception desk prior to the free class to ensure your spot.

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Outdoor Tai Chi Qigong Workshop Come and join us to experience the benefits of Tai Chi Qigong. Tai Chi instructor, William, will take you through the benefits of this life changing practice with the addition of an introductory class. You will learn how Tai Chi Qigong can improve sleep, mood, physical energy, clarity and focus as well as reducing depression, stress and anxiety. Note: In the event of inclement weather, Tai Chi Qigong will be held indoors at The Oaks in the Cypress Room. Register by September 6! Instructor: William N. Location: Yunker Park Band Shell Day Date Time Fee R/NR Wednesday September 8 10:30am-12pm FREE

Bring a Friend Week Summer Membership Drives Everyone knows that working out with a friend College Summer Sale and having someone to be accountable to can be Celebrate summer with special short-term college motivating when striving to reach your fitness memberships at a reduced rate of $79 for a paid-in-full goals. Now is the time to bring someone to work 3-month membership (Resident Rate). out with so you both can motivate each other. During this week you can bring a friend, spouse Sizzlin’ Summer Sale or other family member to The Oaks to utilize the Don’t wait for fall to get healthier and more fit, join in fitness center or take a class. Restrictions apply. July for reduced discounts on enrollment fees based on Age: 18 + the temperature outside. The higher the temperature, Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center the more you save! Dates: May 10-May 16 For membership sale dates and additional information Fitness Five Class Pass! please check Facebook® and www.mokenapark.com or Have you always wanted to try a variety of Group call (708) 390-2343. Exercise classes but hesitate because you’re unsure whether you will like them? The benefits of participating in group fitness are endless including a fun social atmosphere, weekly variety with your workouts, camaraderie, motivating instructors & learning how to bust through exercise plateaus! Take advantage of this opportunity to try out different classes to see if it is the right fit for you! Note: Non-members don’t need to be present with a member to participate; must be a first-time guest only please. *Times of classes vary, specialty classes not included. Please Group Exercise Classes & Virtual Class Options refer to the current Oaks Group Exercise Schedule for class times and descriptions. Total Body Intervals Yoga/Meditation Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Tabata/Cardio/Strength Days/Dates: Monday, June 21-Friday, June 25 Pilates Cardio Boxing Circuits Vinyasa Yoga Member Appreciation Day Yoga/Meditation Your investment in exercise and activity returns Challenge Ride many benefits and we would like to thank you for (No virtual option) (No virtual option) choosing us. We value you as a member and invite Kickbox/Strength Combo Be Strong/Totally Toned you to our summer-themed Member Appreciation Candlelight Yoga Day to join us for raffle prizes and free nutritious Lower Body / Ab Blast snacks as we celebrate you…our member! Cycle/Strength Fusion- Active Mix Lite Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Barre Fusion (No virtual option) Day: Wednesday H.I.I.T Training Date: June 30 Power Plus Pilates Fee: FREE Combo Intervals

30 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Fitness Class Information Fitness Center Members Members of the fitness center receive unlimited Group Exercise access to Group Exercise classes at The Oaks. Whether your goal is to lose weight, build Exception: Specialty (fee-based) programs are not strength, or improve overall health, our classes included. Members who would like to participate in provide the environment you need to stay Group Exercise classes must sign in at the motivated and continually enhance your physical Registration Desk prior to participating in a class. and mental well being. Group exercise classes are There will be a fee of $5 to replace lost or misplaced available to members of The Oaks Recreation and membership cards. Fitness Center, residents and non-residents of the

Mokena Community Park District. Our Group Non-members of the Fitness Center Exercise Punch Card allows you to participate in Non-members of the fitness center are encouraged to the class you choose, at the time that is convenient attend group exercise classes by purchasing a 10 or for you! Schedule and instructors are subject to 20 class punch card or paying for a single class visit. change without notice. For the current Group Punch cards are non-transferable and are Exercise schedule, please visit the Oaks Reception non-refundable. Desk or our website, www.mokenapark.com.

Punch Cards Virtual Group Fitness Classes Punch Cards can be purchased at The Oaks If you are traveling, not ready to come back into a Recreation and Fitness Center Registration Desk. class setting or some days have limited time to get Expiration Date:10-punch expires 12 months from to class, we have virtual options with your favorite date of purchase;20-punch expires 18 months from instructors available through Zoom! Classes can be date of purchase. accessed by computer, smartphone, tablet or Single class: $7R/$9NR laptop by downloading the free Zoom app. One 10-punch card: $65R/$85NR

One 20-punch card: $120R/$160NR Oaks Members Monthly Virtual Class Pass

All members must sign-up monthly for the free Policies virtual class pass on www.mokenapark.com or at The Oaks Reception Desk. After signing up for the  One group exercise class=one punch on the card. monthly pass, you will receive all zoom class links  All participants will check-in at the Registration for the group exercise virtual classes (Specialty Desk to show their Group Exercise punch card. classes not included).  Participation in group exercise classes is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Virtual Participants/Non-Members  Please be on time for class. We suggest arriving To sign up for a virtual class, an individual class early to help ensure your spot in class. fee is $4 which will have the fee and class name to  Each class requires a minimum of 5 participants choose when registering. (Specialty classes not for 3 weeks or the class may be canceled. included) The Zoom link to access the class is sent  Individuals must be at least 16 years of age to via email to registered participants the day before participate in group exercise classes, 13-15 years every registered class. Registration for all paid old must be accompanied by an adult. virtual classes must be done by 4pm the day  Punch cards may not be used toward specialty before the class you want to attend. (fee-based) classes.  Single classes and punch cards are non-refundable.

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Community Gardens Park ‘n Bark Dog Park Rental of our garden plots will be available for The Park ‘n Bark Dog Park is open residents and non-residents on a first-come, year-round from dawn to dusk. first-served basis. Plots are 12’ x 12’, and are $25 Portions of the dog park may be closed per plot for residents, $40 per plot for periodically for maintenance, or to non-residents. (Proof of residency will be accommodate special events. An required.) annual pass is required for  Gardeners will be sent an informational admittance. Dogs must have the packet before the growing season. following immunizations: Rabies,  Planting may begin on May 1. and DHLPP. Proof of current  Plots not planted by June 1 will be returned vaccinations will be required. There to the Park District for re-rental. (No refunds) are small dog and large dog sections, dogs over 30  Plots must be completely cleaned out by pounds cannot be in the small dog section. For a November 1 or rental privileges for complete list of rules, and to obtain a registration packet, successive years will be forfeited, and a visit our website at www.mokenapark.com and look for clean-up fine may be assessed. the Dog Park page under “Parks and Facilities”. Fees for a  Water is provided on-site and gardener 2021 annual pass are: R/NR: $25/$35 for first dog and supplies their own tools, plants, etc. $5 for each additional dog. Passes may be purchased  Drop off your paper work and payment to during regular business hours at the Administration the Administration Center. Center. SPLASH PARK Join us for Summer Fun at the Yunker Farm Splash Have your Birthday Party with us! Park. We will be open to the public daily for the 2021 • The designated rental times are 10am–11:30am season from June 1 to August 15. After August 15, except Wednesdays and any day 6pm–7:30pm. the Splash Park will be open on weekends only, Weekday parties from Aug 16–Sept 3 can be August 21, 22, 28, 29 and Sept. 4–5 with regularly requested but will be based on availability of scheduled session times. staff. Session Times: 12pm–1:30pm, 2pm–3:30pm, • Parties are 1.5 hours in length and are $150 for 4pm–5:30pm and on Wednesdays 10am–11:30am. residents, $225 for non-residents. Fees: • Please fill out the Splash Park Rental form and • $1 per Resident, $3 per non resident. Every payment must be made in full at the time of person entering the Splash Pad will be charged. booking. Pre-registration available. Walk-ups will be • Birthday parties/rentals will not be booked accepted if space is available. during public hours • Residency: Residency is determined by the adult accompanying the child and will be proved by a Weather: The Splash Park will not open if the Driver’s License or State ID. temperature is below 72 degrees F. The Splash Park • Pre-registration is available at 12:01am the day of will be cleared if the Thorguard Lightning Prediction at www.mokenapark.com system sounds (one long blast) or lightning is seen/ • Your admission fee is only valid for one session. thunder heard. To re-open, Thorguard must sound The Splash Park will be cleared at the end of each the “All Clear” of three short blasts or it must be session. lightning free for 20 minutes. No refunds will be issued. • NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED if the Splash Park closes for any reason. • Persons less than 12 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible person 18 years of age or older. • All persons 1 year old and up are charged an admission fee. • Leaving the Barn is considered leaving the facility. Re-entry is not permitted. • Patrons are allowed to “line up” for the next session no earlier than 15 minutes prior.

34 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] Park Offerings Donate-a-Tree IAPD Youth License Plate Celebrate a birth, anniversary, or memorialize a loved Park Districts in Illinois have been one with a donation to purchase a tree to be planted providing vital Youth programs for in the park of your choice. Your contribution of $100 many years. These license plates or more, with a matching donation by the Park District help fund activities for Illinois’ youth. Apply for your of up to $100, will cover the cost to plant and care for Park District Youth License Plate. For more a tree at least 1.5 inches in diameter. A one-year information, call the Illinois Association of Park guarantee and a one-time replacement within twelve Districts at 1-877-523-4558 or the Secretary of State months of planting are provided by the Park District. at 1-800-252-8980. Park benches and other park amenities are also available. Call the Administration Center for details, Innova Discs Available for Purchase (708) 390-2402. Discs are available for purchase at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center in a variety of weights, Free Walking Track styles, colors and prices. Disc Golf Bags are also The Mokena Park District offers residents of the Park available. District 13 years of age and over (8 to 12-year olds with a parent) the opportunity to use the three-lane, Mokena Community Park District Foundation elevated walking track located at The Oaks Recreation The Mokena Community Park and Fitness Center, 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena. District Foundation is Interested residents should sign in at the Reception a 501(c)3 charitable Desk to obtain an ID card and use the track for FREE. foundation. Its mission is to (Proof of residency required.) raise funds to provide scholarships for Park District Gift Certificates or Affiliate organization Give a gift that will be sure to fit. Whatever the programming for children of occasion, Gift certificates are available in a variety of the community in need, scholarships for local dollar amounts. Just drop by the Administration residents attending an accredited college to obtain Center or The Oaks today! a degree in the Parks and Recreation field, and for capital projects and landscaping/beautification Volunteer Opportunities projects. Information about the Foundation, along Volunteers are an essential part of the Park District with applications for Financial Aid for Programming, that enable us to offer a wide variety of programs and can be found on the Park District website: events. Call the Administration Center at www.mokenapark.com. 708-390-2409 to find out about the opportunities that are available.

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Register in Person: at The Administration Center Refund Policy (10925 La Porte Rd.) or The Oaks Recreation & Fitness  Requests for cancellation must be made by phone, Center (10847 La Porte Rd.) during regular business or email between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm. hours, with cash, check, or credit/debit card (Visa, Monday through Friday at the Administration MasterCard, AmEx, Discover). After hours, a mail slot Center only. Requests received via email after is provided north of the entrance doors at the 4:00pm will be dated for the next business day. Administration Center.  Deadline for requesting a refund is the registration deadline for all programs unless Register On-line: Go to www.mokenapark.com. otherwise noted. (Unless specified otherwise, Available 24 hours a day. A customer account with a registration deadline is 7 days prior to first class user name and password is required to use our session.) on-line system. Residents must prove residency (in  Classes or programs which meet multiple sessions, person or email valid ID to [email protected]) a full refund minus $10 processing fee and any before using the system for the first time, in order to other associated costs which have already been avoid paying non-resident rates. incurred (uniforms, supplies, etc.).  Classes or programs which meet once, a credit Register Early: Take advantage of early registration toward future programming will be issued minus for lower fees. Most programs, leagues, and trips have $10 processing fee and any other associated costs fixed enrollment; therefore registration is on a which have already been incurred (uniforms, first-come, first-served basis. Prior participation does supplies, etc.). not guarantee a spot. Registrations accepted after the  Adult Athletic Leagues, a refund minus 5% of the registration deadline may incur additional fees. full team registration fee, minimum of $20 and any other associated costs which have already Payment: Full tuition and/or fees must be paid to been incurred (uniforms, supplies, etc.). Mokena Park District at time of registration. Credit/  No refunds on any trip or special event unless Debit cards accepted are Visa, Discover, MasterCard, otherwise noted. and American Express. Checks should be made  If the Park District cancels a trip or program prior payable to Mokena Community Park District. There is to its start, you will receive a full refund. a twenty five dollar ($25) charge for any NSF check  Credits or make-up classes are not available if a returned by the bank. class is missed.  In accordance with our Behavior Policy, Hold Harmless Agreement: In accordance with Park appropriate behavior is expected at all times. District policy, all program participants must sign a Participants who are asked to leave a class or hold harmless agreement prior to the first day of facility due to inappropriate or potentially harmful participation in a program. No individual will be behavior are not eligible for a refund. allowed to participate in a Park District program  Medical Reasons, a prorated refund will be issued without a signed waiver on file. A parent/guardian upon receipt of a doctor’s note stating the must sign for family members under the age of 18. individual can no longer participate in the This form will be made available at time of program. The refund will be prorated from the registration. If registering on-line, by clicking confirm date of receipt of the doctor's note. forms you are agreeing to the hold harmless agreement waiver. PLEASE NOTE • Errors may occur in the brochure, and changes Insurance: The Park District is committed to are made to dates, times, and locations, etc. We conducting its recreation programs and activities in apologize for these omissions and will notify the safest manner possible. Participants are reminded patrons as soon as possible. that the Park District does not carry medical accident • Enrollment is limited in all programs, so early insurance for injuries sustained in its programs. The registration is always recommended. Prior cost of this insurance would make program fees participation in a program does not guarantee prohibitive. enrollment. Programs may fill and registration may be closed before the registration deadline Call 708-390-2401 or visit occurs. www.mokenapark.com • Some programs/events may be canceled or for more info! changed due to COVID regulations.

36 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: [email protected] General Policies and Information Alcoholic Beverages Pets Alcoholic beverages are PROHIBITED in all park When visiting local parks with your pet, please district parks and facilities. Consent will be granted remember that Park District and Village ordinances for special events of the district and for indoor require dogs to be leashed at all times. Leashes may rentals, by applicants who meet strict permitting and not be more than 6’ in length. Pets are not allowed at insurance guidelines. any time on the disc golf course, tennis courts, athletic fields, or enclosed ball fields, playground Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) areas and jogging or bike paths. Violators are subject Mokena Park District prohibits discrimination in the to fines up to $1000. Owners are responsible for provision of services, programs, or facilities to indi- cleaning up pet waste from public property. viduals with disabilities in accordance with the law. Photography at Park District Programs, Events Athletic Fields On occasion, Park District staff may photograph or Any teams or organizations wishing to use outdoor videotape participants in Park District programs, Park District athletic fields or facilities for practices, classes or at park events/facilities. These photos are games, or tournaments must submit an Athletic Field for Park District use only, and may be used in public Usage Request to the Recreation Supervisor/Athletics, advertisements, publications, brochures, website, a minimum of two weeks before requested usage. For social media, pamphlets, flyers, or videos. Individuals more information, please call 708-390-2408. will not be identified. If you do not wish to have your picture taken, please inform the photographer. Behavior Policy In keeping with our program goals, we encourage fun Photography Policy for Professional Photographers for all our participants. However, to ensure everyone’s Still photography, filming, and digital imaging are safety, appropriate behavior is expected at all times. permitted for private, non-commercial use only. All Participants who are asked to leave a class or facility professional photographers, wedding parties, and due to inappropriate or potentially harmful behavior private groups larger than 5 people taking photos/ are not eligible for a refund. videos on Mokena Park District property are required to obtain a photography permit, per General Use Ord. Brochure Distribution 4-9. Violators may be subject to fines. Photo Permit The Mokena Park District relies on the postal service applications may be obtained at the Administration for the distribution of our seasonal brochures. The Office, 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena, IL. Permits will Park District assumes no responsibility for delivery. be issued in one-hour increments, one hour min. at $25 per hour. Permits are issued on a first-come, Inclement Weather first-served basis and no more than one permit will If classes or programs are cancelled due to inclement be issued per area for any given time slot. weather, information will be posted on our website at Smoking Policy www.mokenapark.com, as well as our Facebook page. Effective October 22, 2019, per You may also visit the public website Ordinance 19-2. An Ordinance www.emergencyclosings.com for preschool closures. Regarding Tobacco-Free Parks, no

person shall use any form of Park Watch – See Something, Say Something! tobacco at or on any Mokena Community Park We need your help. If you notice acts of District-owned or operated indoor OR outdoor vandalism or antisocial behavior or equipment in recreational facilities, including restrooms, need of repair in any park, please call 708-390-2401. spectator and concession areas. These facilities Major misconduct should be reported directly to the include playgrounds, athletic fields, parks, walking/ police. A reward of $500 will be offered for hiking trails “Tobacco" is defined to include any information leading to the arrest and conviction of lighted or unlighted cigarette, including but not the person or persons committing acts of vandalism limited to clove, bidis, or kreteks, electronic or to park property. e-cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, pipes, hookah products, and any other smoking products; and any smokeless, spit or spit-less, dissolvable or inhaled tobacco products, including but not limited to dip, chew, snuff or snus, in any form; and all nicotine delivery devices that are not FDA-approved as cessation products.

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Lincoln-Way High School District 210 Mokena Community Public Library District www.lw210.org www.mokenalibrary.org (708) 479-9663 Mokena Baseball/Softball Association MBSA offers recreational t-ball, baseball, and softball Mokena Youth Athletic Association (Mokena leagues for boys and girls ages 4 and up. MBSA’s Burros Cheerleading & Flag Football/Illinois Jr. mission is to provide a first-class baseball and Celtics Football) softball organization for youth of all talents in the MYAA offers youth tackle football, flag football, and Mokena community. The mental, physical, and social cheerleading programs. MYAA is a non-profit organ- development in baseball and softball as well as ization formed to provide area youth with the teaching life lessons in sportsmanship and teamwork opportunity in football and cheerleading. Their goal are top priorities. All registration for the spring and is to promote and instill self-confidence, good fall seasons will be done on-line. Please check their sportsmanship, camaraderie, and physical/mental website - www.mbsa.org – for announcements about development while learning the techniques of registration. football and cheerleading. All registration will be done on-line. Please visit www.Mokenaburros.com Mokena Chamber of Commerce for announcements about registration. www.mokena.com (708) 479-2468 New Lenox Elementary School District 122 Mokena Elementary School District 159 www.nlsd122.org www.mokena159.org (815) 485-2169 (708) 342-4900 Summit Hill Elementary School Mokena Police Department—Block Home Program District 161 The purpose of the Block Home Program is to provide www.summithill.org a place that is safe for children to go to when in need (815) 469-9103 of help. Block homes provide help for: a lost child, a child in threat of harm from a stranger, and an Village of Mokena injured child. For more information, please contact www.mokena.org the Police Dept. at 708-479-3912. (708) 479-3900

Lincoln-Way Special Recreation Association (LWSRA) 1900 Heather Glen Drive, New Lenox (815) 320-3500 www.lwsra.org

LWSRA has provided adaptive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities since 1976. LWSRA is supported through a cooperative agreement that includes Frankfort, Frankfort Square, Manhattan, Mokena, New Lenox, Peotone and Wilmington Island Park Districts. LWSRA offers a wide variety of programs, athletic activities, and special events for individuals from preschool through adult who have disabilities and whose recreational needs are not met by regular park district programs. LWSRA offers many athletic opportunities including participation in Special Olympics of Illinois. They offer a variety of programs that encompass social endeavors, health and fitness enhancement and learning experiences for all ages and abilities. Transportation is provided for many programs and scholarships are available to qualifying residents of the cooperative park districts.

The Mokena Community Park District welcomes participation in all programs by individuals with disabilities and special needs. The Mokena Community Park District works cooperatively with LWSRA to facilitate successful participation for individuals who request an inclusion aide. Please inform the park district during registration if you or your child are in need of assistance to participate in a program. An evaluation process will then be implemented by LWSRA. Please register and request an aide no later than two weeks before the start of the program.

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Basketball Courts: For pick-up games, use the full-size basketball courts at Main, Buske, Prairie Ridge, Grasmere, Green Meadows, Hecht, Heritage, Marley Creek, and Prairie Ridge Park. A half court is available at Tinley Gardens Park. Disc Golf Course : Located at 10847 La Porte Road, behind The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. This nationally accredited PDGA, 35-acre Disc Golf course offers 27 holes under majestic oak trees and open fields. The Disc Golf Course is open most days from dawn to dusk. Exercise Stations: Check out the five exercise stations at Marley Creek Park with instructional signage. Pickleball Courts: Dedicated pickleball courts are available at Hecht Park. In addition, pickleball courts are available on the tennis courts at Fox Ridge and Prairie Ridge Parks. Picnic Groves: Picnic reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis for the 2021 season as of March 1, 2021 at the Administration Center. Playgrounds: Playground structures are located at Acorn, Boulder Ridge North, Brookside Meadows, Buske, Fox Ridge (handicapped accessible), Grasmere, Green Meadows, Hecht, Heritage, London Bridge, Main, Manchester Cove, Marley Creek, McGovney, Prairie Ridge (handicapped accessible), Riivendell, Timbers Point, Tinley Gardens, and Willowview parks. Roller Hockey Rinks: If you enjoy the fast action of roller hockey, then we have just the place for you. Grab your skates and drop by Buske or Grasmere Park for an exciting pick-up game of roller hockey. Sand Volleyball Courts: Three lighted, regulation size sand volleyball courts are available at Main Park, except during league play. An unlighted regulation sand volleyball court is available at Prairie Ridge Park. Skatepark: Mokena Park District’s extreme outdoor facility is located at Grasmere Park, 10135 W. Lindsay Lane, Mokena. With quarter pipes, combo half pipe, bauer box, pyramid, slider, and a launch ramp, you are sure to have some fun and adventure. Skatepark will be open daily 9am to dusk. Participation Guidelines: No fees or passes, No attendant, Warning: Skating is a hazardous activity that carries a risk of severe injury. The Skatepark is unsupervised and skaters skate at their own risk. All skaters are required to wear protective gear (, kneepads, elbow pads, and wrist guards) inside the Skatepark. Skatepark use is limited to skateboard and in-line skating only. No bicycles, tricycles or scooters, except where noted. Exception: Bicycles only on Saturdays from 9am–Noon. No in-line skating or skateboarding during this time. Persons under age 8 are to be accompanied at the Skatepark by a parent or guardian. Persons failing to adhere to posted Skatepark rules and hours will be considered trespassing and may be arrested. Tennis Courts: Four outdoor courts with lighting are available at Main Park. Outdoor courts are also available at Buske, Fox Ridge, and Prairie Ridge Parks. 1 60’ youth court and 4 36’ youth courts are available for the younger set at Grasmere Park. Walking/Jogging Trail: A one-half mile, wooded trail is available for your enjoyment at Main Park. Walking paths are available at Buske, Fox Ridge, Grasmere, Green Meadows, Hecht, London Bridge, Marley Creek and Prairie Ridge Park. Mokena Community Park District PRSRT STD 10925 W. La Porte Road, Mokena IL 60448 U.S. POSTAGE PAID www.mokenapark.com MOKENA, IL PERMIT No. 12

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