Program Guide

This is not a school sponsored event.

2012 SPRING & SUMMER PROGRAM GUIDE

Staff Gary Thorsen Bill Moreth Carol Marin Steve VandenBranden Director of Recreation & Facilities Manager Front Desk Manager Grounds Supervisor Community Programming Edge Ice Arenas Registrar 630-670-1714 630-670-1692 630-766-8888 630-766-8888 svandenbranden [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] @bensenville.il.us Susan D’Aquila Michael Murray Gina Sullivan Chicago Blues Figure Skating Director Aquatic Director Concessions Manager Youth Hockey 630-594-1107 630-594-1413 630-302-4446 630-766-8888 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Facility Information Redmond Recreational Complex Water’s Edge Aquatic Center Green-Teen Zone The Edge II Ice Arena The Edge I Ice Arena Bensenville Teen Center 735 East Jefferson Street 545 John Street 302 West Green St. Bensenville, Illinois 60106 Bensenville, Illinois 60106 Bensenville, Illinois 60106 630-766-8888 630-766-8888 630-694-1809

Table of Contents

Membership Information 3

Public Skate 4

Bensenville Theatre Sundae’s Too 5

Redmond Recreation Complex 6

Chicago Steel 7

Aquatics Programs 8-12

Skating Programs 13-15

Hockey Programs 16-17

Teen Center 18

Community Events 19

Bensenville Park District 20

Registration Form 21

Village Trustees 22

Water’s Edge – Pool Membership Public Skate Membership (includes Aqua-robics classes) (includes rental skates)

Annual Membership Resident Non-resident Annual Membership Resident Non-resident Individual $125 $175 Individual $125 $175 Family $150 $225 Family $150 $225 Senior $100 $150 Senior $100 $150 Student $100 $150 Student $100 $150

Water’s Edge – Daily Fees Public Skate – Daily Fees (includes Aqua-robics classes) Resident Non-Resident Resident Non-Resident Adult $5.00 $7.00 $2.00 $4.00 Child $4.00 $5.00 Skate Rental $3.00 $3.00 Children Under 3 are FREE! Adult Drop In Hockey $10.00 Public Swim and Skate Membership Stick & Helmet (includes Aqua-robics , and rental skates) Parents and kids are invited to bring their own stick, puck, and helmet to the ice and have some good old Annual Membership Resident Non-resident fashioned hockey fun. Adults are required to wear Individual $225 $325 helmets and children are required to wear a helmet Family $275 $425 with a face mask. Additional protective equipment Senior $175 $275 such as shin pads and elbow pads is recommended. Student $175 $275 Parent and Child $10.00 Child only (under 12 years) $ 5.00 13 years and older $10.00

New Membership Offers!

The Bensenville Theatre, located in the downtown area of Bensenville, is a two-screen cinema. Each theater holds 130 seats, which allows moviegoers to enjoy recent Hollywood releases in an intimate setting.

Entrance to the theater is located in the Sundae’s Too Ice Cream Shoppe.

Ticket Price: $4.00 Seniors:$2.00 until 5pm.

Birthday Parties If you are looking for a location to host your birthday party or special celebration, join us at the Bensenville Theatre/ Sundae’s Too!

Package 1 Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink and Small Popcorn Corporate Events $7.00 per person + tax Join us for your special celebration!

Package 2 Hold your company’s next business meeting, holiday party Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink, Small Popcorn, plus an After Mov- or employee training session at the Bensenville Theatre/ ie Hot Dog and 16 oz. Soft Drink Sundae’s Too! $8.50 per person + tax Our large screens accommodate power point presentations Package 3 and videos. Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink, Small Popcorn, plus an After Mov- ie Single Dip Ice Cream and a 16 oz. Soft Drink We can accommodate a wide variety of special packages $9.00 per person + tax for any corporate event. Would you like a catered meal with beverages? We’d be happy to help you out. Package 4 Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink, Small Popcorn, plus an After Mov- For more information contact 630-860-1404, ext 2. ie Hot Dog, Single Dip Ice Cream and a 16 oz. Soft Drink $10.00 per person + tax *Outside food and beverages are not allowed in Sundae’s Too or the Theatre. Would you like something different? Contact us for additional options!

School Events and Field Trips The Bensenville Theatre and Sundae’s too is just the place for your school outing or special event.

We’d be happy to play your favorite movie and accommodate your students at any time during the day. Just pull up your school bus, drop off your students and enjoy a morning or afternoon of fun!

Call us for details at 630-860-1404, ext 2.

The 88-acre Redmond Recreational Complex houses di- Climbing Wall - High Ropes Course verse activities that are continuously upgraded and im- Are you looking for team building exercises? Take ad- proved to meet your changing recreational needs. vantage of our climbing wall and high ropes course. Con- tact 630-766-8888 for pricing and availability. Park Hours: 7:00 am to Sunset

Category Descriptions Youth Resident Serving groups organized as non-profit and comprised predominately (at least 60%) of Bensenville residents. This category would include School Districts 2, 100 and Village sponsored functions.

Bensenville Business Sponsored Youth Groups Serving groups organized and sponsored by a Bensenville Business as non-profit and comprised predominately of Bensenville youths.

Adult Residents (18 years and older) Serving groups, organizations, and/or individuals comprised predominately (at least 60%) of Bensenville residents. This category will also include Bensenville busi- nesses with 60% employee participation.

Non-resident (Youth/Adult) All non-residents of Bensenville Village boundaries.

Corporate (Picnics/outings) Non-resident rates apply with per person fee below. Pavilion Up to 50 people ($3.00 for each additional person after 50) Gazebo Up to 25 people ($3.00 for each additional person after 25) Facility Rental Fees

Youth Organization Adult Resident Adult Non-resident Pavilion $50.00 per day* $75.00 per day*+ $150.00 per day*+

Gazebo $25.00 per day* $50.00 per day $125.00 per day

Soccer Field No charge $200.00 per game** $250.00 per game** (2 hour limit) (2 hour limit) East or West Half $150.00 East or West Half $175.00 Lights additional $75.00 Lights additional $75.00

Baseball Fields No charge $125.00 per game** $175.00 per game** Lights additional $75.00 Lights additional $75.00 (2hour 15 minute limit) (2hour 15 minute limit)

*Deposit of $100.00 required - VISA and MasterCard accepted (Refund will be determined after clean-up)

**Tournament pricing available upon request +Corporate rental rates see above

The Chicago Steel is a member of the United States Hockey League - the only premier Tier 1 Junior A Hockey League in the United States. The USHL is dedicated to advancing the education & careers of our players to the collegiate & professional level.

Games Played At: The Edge Ice Arena - 735 East Jefferson Street - Bensenville, IL 60106 Phone: 630-594-1161 - Fax: 630-594-1112 - www.chicagosteelhockeyteam.com

Child Party Admission $3.00 Exclusive and Non–Exclusive Party options, call the Aquat- Child Party Skate Rental $2.00 ic Center for pricing and Adult Party Admission $5.00 availability at 630-594-1413. Adult Party Skate Rental $3.00 Room Rental $25.00 per hour

Pool Admission Fees The Water’s Edge will be closed the following dates: Resident Non-resident Adults/Seniors $2 $4 May 28, 2012 Memorial Day Children 3-18 $2 $4 July 4, 2012 Independence Day Children Under 3 FREE FREE July 22, 2012-August 4, 2012 Annual Maintenance September 3, 2012 Labor Day Public Swim Times Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 3:30 pm Pool schedule is subject to change without notice. Friday 6:00pm-9:00pm Saturday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm This schedule is subject to change without notice. Aqua-robics The Water’ Edge Aquatic Center offers aqua-robics to par- Registration Guidelines ticipants of all ages. This is a no impact cardio work out Registration will be accepted at the Edge Ice Arena at 735 designed to help you lose those extra pounds without the E. Jefferson, and the pool deck at 545 John Street. The stress on your joints. All classes are held in our dive well Edge Ice Arena, will be taking registration from 9 am to 9 while you are suspended in the water. Flotation devices pm. Residents of Bensenville will be required to show are provided. Classes are FREE with your membership, or proof of residence at time of registration. Non residents simply pay the daily entrance fee to join. are welcome to participate in all aquatic programs. Non residents are people who do not pay taxes to the Village of Bensenville. Yoqua REGISTRATION DEADLINE Using water resistance as a way to get strong and stay in Class registration deadline is 1 week before the start of shape is a cool workout and one that leaves you wanting class. The Edge Ice Arena is committed to giving our swim- for more. We work with proper breathing techniques and mers the highest quality of instruction and taking pride in a meditation focus while you are suspended in deep water preparation for class. “Walk-Ins” jeopardize this structure during the exercises. If you do not know swimming, do not and a $10.00 late fee will be applied. Registration will only fret. Your safety is very important to us, we have many be taken if there is class availability, and participants have floatation devices available for your use, as well as a highly manager approval. trained lifeguard staff to ensure safety at the facility.

Refund/Missed Class Policy There will be no refunds or make-up lessons for missed classes. There is a $10 per class withdrawal fee for the cancellation. If a participant must withdraw from classes be- cause of a medical reason, a full or partial refund or credit may be given if proper documentation is supplied at the time of cancellation. All refunds or credits may only be granted if approved by the Aquatics Supervisor.

The Water’s Edge Facility The Water’s Edge is located at the Edge Ice Arena 545 John Street. The aquatic facility offers diving boards in a 13-foot diving well, and an 8-lane, 25-yard pool ranging from 5 feet to 6 feet deep. To access this facility, patrons are asked to enter the main entrance of the building and enter the pool through the locker rooms located on the West Side of the building through the bathrooms. The pool cashier is con-

veniently located on the pool deck for you. All patrons us-

ing the facility MUST present and display a valid state is-

sued ID, or Water’s Edge membership card.

The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program The American Red Cross Learn–to-Swim program is designed to give students a positive learning experience. This program teaches aquatic safety skills in a logical progression through six levels of courses. The objective of this program is to teach children to swim and be safe in, on and around the water.

Session Dates Spring I 3/11/12- 4/21/12 6 Weeks Spring II 4/22/12–5/26/12 6 Weeks Summer I 6/3/12-7/14/12 6 Weeks (No classes 7/4/12, Make-up day 7/18/12) Summer II 08/5/12-9/1/12 4 Weeks

Course Descriptions Parent and Child Aquatics Level 1-Introduction to Water Skills Ages 6 months-5 years The objective of level one is to help students feel comfortable in Resident $70 Non-resident $80 the water and to enjoy the water safely. Child must be comfortable without parent in the water. This will help develop swimming readiness by leading parents and

their children in water exploration activities with the objectives of Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic Skills having fun and becoming comfortable in the water. Children may Students who wish to enter this course must have a Level 1 Cer- not pass through Parent and Child Aquatic lessons until the age of tificate or must be able to demonstrate all the completion re- three. (One child per parent) quirements in Level 1. The objective of Level 2 is to give students success with fundamental skills. Students learn to float without Saturday: 9:00 am-9:30 am support and recover to a vertical position. Students also explore simultaneous and alternating arm and leg actions on the front and back to lay the foundation for future strokes. Level 1 and Level 2 Level 3-Stroke Development Resident $70 Non-resident $80 6 week sessions Students entering this course must have a Level 2 Certificate or Resident $50 Non-resident $60 4 week sessions be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level 2. Students learn to coordinate the front and back crawl, and learn elements of the butterfly. No lessons 7/4/12 Make-up day 7/18/12

Level 4- Stroke Improvement Students entering this course must have a Level 3 Certificate or Monday: 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level 6:35 pm - 7:05 pm 3. In this level students improve their skills and increase their endurance by swimming familiar strokes (front and back crawl) and introduce the fundamentals of the butterfly, side stroke, Wednesday: 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm elementary back stroke, and the breast stroke. 6:35 pm - 7:05 pm

Level 5- Stroke Refinement Students entering this course must have a Level 4 Certificate or Saturday: 9:30 am - 10:00 am be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level 10:05 am - 10:35 am 4. This course develops the coordination and refinement of the 10:40 am - 11:10 am strokes. Starts and turns are introduced at this level. 11:15 am - 11:45 am

Level 6- Swimming and Skill Proficiency Students entering this course must have a Level 5 Certificate or Sunday: 9:30 am - 10:00 am be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level 10:05 am - 10:35 am 5. In this level we refine all six strokes and prepare the swimmer 10:40 am - 11:10 am for competitive swimming. This class includes personal water 11:15 am - 11:45 am safety, fundamentals of diving, fitness swimming and lifeguard readiness.

Private and Semi-Private Lessons Level 3, Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6 Times and dates vary, they are based on your needs and instructor Resident $80 Non-resident $90 6 week sessions availability. They are available in English, Spanish and Polish. This Resident $70 Non-resident $80 4 week sessions program is recommended to be done in conjunction with group swim lessons. Please call the Aquatic Director, to set up a swim time and instructor prior to registration. Monday: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm 6:50 pm - 7:35 pm Adaptive Aquatic Lessons. These lessons are designed for those who have mental and or physical limitations. Please contact the Aquatic Director for more Wednesday: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm information. 6:50 pm - 7:35 pm Team Building, Facility Rentals and Birthday Parties What ever you or your organization is looking for the Water’s Edge Saturday: 9:30 am - 10:15 am Aquatic Center can provide a safe and fun environment. Contact 10:20 am - 11:05 am the aquatic director to schedule your teambuilding workshop, 11:10 am - 11:55 am pool rental, or birthday party.

Sunday: 9:30 am - 10:15 am

10:20 am - 11:05 am 11:10 am - 11:55 am Bensenville Wahoo Swim Team Pre-Season Stroke Clinics Teen/Adult Lesson Ages: 6-18 Resident $60 Non-resident $75 Season: 4/3/12-5/24/12

These lessons are for teenagers and adults who wish to learn how to swim. This course follows the American Red Cross Learn-to- Practice is Tuesday and Thursday 6:00pm-7:30pm Swim Program. Thursday: 6:45pm-7:30pm Fees: Current Wahoos $100.00 Diving Lessons Resident $60 Non-Resident $75 Residents $125.00

This class teaches the fundamentals of diving for competition and Non-Residents $175.00 recreational divers. Class space is limited to 10 participants. Thursday: 6:00pm-6:45pm

Ask about our multiple swimmer discount!

For more information call the WAHOO HOTLINE at 630-594-1106

American Red Cross Health and Safety Programs RULES FOR SANITATION The Water’s Edge Aquatic Center is proud to offer the fol- Soap showers are required before entering the pool deck. lowing American Red Cross Health and Safety programs: Shoulder length hair must be tied up or in a bathing cap. Automated External Defibrillator No street shoes are permitted on deck. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Street shoes must be removed before entering the shower Water Safety Instructor area. Proper swim attire must be worn in the pool; white or gray Child and Infant CPR shirts can be worn over proper swim attire. Everyone on Lifeguard Instructor deck must be dressed to swim (whether you get in the Standard First Aid water or not). Basic Water Rescue Persons having bandages, open sores, cuts, etc. are ad- CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer vised not to swim. Safety Training for Swim Coaches No food or glass containers are allowed in the pool area Oxygen Administration All children not able to use the restrooms must wear tight fitting rubber or plastic pants under their swimsuit as stat- Pet First Aid and Safety ed by the Health Department. Small Craft Safety: Canoeing and Kayaking SAFETY REGULATIONS ACCORDING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH Lifeguard Training/First Aid/CPR for the Pro Rescuer An adult in the water must accompany children under 7 This course is designed to train individuals in the skills nec- years of age. essary to save a life around an aquatic setting. All students Children 12 and under must have an adult present. must attend all class sessions to receive certification, and No running, rough play or boisterous behavior is allowed must pass a pre-course swimming skills evaluation on the in the pool area. first night. This evaluation consists of a 300 yard swim, and No diving in shallow water 9 feet or less. retrieving a 10 pound object from 10 feet of water. Any Non-swimmers must stay in the lap pool only. student who does not pass the pre-course session can Inflatable toys are not allowed in either pool; including water wings, inner tubes, etc. transfer their registration fee into the learn to swim pro- Child safety seats or strollers are not allowed in the pool gram. We also offer, by appointment, challenges in the area. above curriculum. For further information on ARC classes No one is allowed to enter the pool until the lifeguards or contact the Aquatic Director at 630-670-4665. instructors are in position. Everyone must clear the pool once the lifeguard has Scuba blown the whistle. Open Water Scuba Certification – Pool & Course Sections - $285 Jumping and/or standing on flotation devices is strictly prohibited. The Water’s Edge Aquatic Center, in conjunction with Learn Scu- Notify swimmers in a lane before you enter and start ba Chicago, offer the entry level scuba course: Open Water Scuba swimming. Current swimmers have the right of way. Certification. Participants must be 12 years old. If there are more than two swimmers per lane, you must The cost includes: swim counterclockwise (stay to the right side of the lane). · The PADI online eLearning Open Water course – students Use of starting blocks are prohibited during open swim. complete the course work at home on their own schedule. DIVE WELL POLICY · Pool sessions – 5 pool dives over 3 sessions. Students will Only one person on the diving board at a time. be able to select from available pool time offerings and complete Toys or flotation devices are not allowed in the diving well. the pool dives on their schedule. (Excluding noodles) · Equipment – All scuba gear except for mask, fins and snor- No goggles allowed, masks only. kels will be provided. Students must obtain their own mask, fins and snorkel – and can either purchase them independently or Divers must exit before next diver may take their turn. from stock available through Learn Scuba Chicago. You will also Masks or snorkels are not allowed off of the diving board need a swim suit and a towel is a good idea. Upon completion, at any time. They are however, allowed for swimming if the student still needs to complete 4 open water dives. Learn individuals can properly demonstrate clearing the mask of Scuba Chicago offers those classes through the dive park in water, while submerged. Standard goggles are not al- Kankakee from May through September. Students can also elect lowed in the dive well at any time. to transfer their education to a warm water destination (Florida, The dive well will be typically closed during open swim Caribbean, etc.) and complete the certification there. Feel free to hours and may be opened at a manager’s discretion. direct any questions to [email protected] or The lifeguard(s) on duty are responsible for enforcing the above (773) 599-DIVE (3483). rules and any additional policies to ensure the safety of all swimmers and staff. The Water’s Edge Aquatic Director and staff reserve the right to close any lap lanes or pool areas at any time.

Learn To Skate Learn To Skate Basic Information The Edge Ice Arena offers Learn To Skate classes for all ag- Skate Rental - Figure and hockey skates are available to es, beginning from 3 years old to adult and all abilities. rent for $2.00 per lesson for Learn To Skate classes and Whether you are an aspiring future Olympian or just want to $3.00 for every Public Skate. For your convenience, skate skate for the fun and exercise, there is a class for you. Our rental punch cards are available for Learn To Skate classes experienced, professional figure skating staff is eager to only. Punch cards are non-refundable if lost or stolen. share their knowledge and love of the sport. Reasonably Dress for warmth but no need to bulk. Light jackets or priced classes are offered during the week and Saturdays to sweatshirts are usually fine. Pants or sweatpants are pre- accommodate busy schedules. For more information re- ferred, no snow pants or snowsuit. GLOVES ARE A MUST. garding group skating lessons or private instruction, contact Helmets are optional. the figure skating director. Skaters progressing to freestyle levels are required to Basic Class Information wear figure skating attire, no jeans permitted. Detailed class descriptions are available at the front desk. All Learn To Skate classes are held at The Edge Ice Arena - Classes meet once a week, but you may enroll in more John Street. than one class for a discounted price. Most classes run 40 minutes. Tot classes are 30 minutes of instruction and 10 Tots - Beginning skaters between the ages of 3-5 years old. minutes of fun time. Parents only are permitted to join them on the ice during this time (skate rental fees apply if Pre-Alpha 1 - Beginning skaters ages 6 and older. needed).

Alpha - Forward skating skills, stroking and crossovers. Pre- Make-up Policy requisite pre-alpha or instructor approval. Make-ups will be permitted ONLY if class spaces allows. Only 1 make-up per session. Skater must obtain a “make- Beta - Backward skating skills, back crossovers, up” slip prior to showing up for class. No class make-ups t-stops, and turns. Pre-requisite Alpha or instructor approval. on the first 2 weeks of a session or last week of a session. NO MAKE-UPS WILL BE PERMITTED DURING THE WINTER Gamma - Advanced review of above and variety of turns. SESSION. Pre-requisite Beta or instructor approval. Refund Policy Delta - Advanced review of above, turns, edges, and lunges. Refund requests and or credits will be granted only until Pre-requisite Gamma or instructor approval. the end of the second week of classes, less the fee of classes attended. Registration fee is non-refundable. Full re- Freestyle Levels - Variety of footwork, jumps, spins, varying funds and credits will be given only in cases of medical in difficulty by skill level. Pre-requisite Delta for FS 1, FS 1 for necessity, with a doctor’s note. FS 2, FS 2 for FS 3, etc. or figure skating director approval. Registration Fee Teen/Adult - Open to all adults. No skill level required. In- There is a yearly registration and processing fee of $15.00. struction is geared toward each individuals ability. Students Registration fee includes membership to the Ice Skating are encouraged in a non-intimating environment. Institute, the largest recreational figure skating organization in the country (non-refundable). Registration fee will Synchronized Skating– Synchronized Skating , a fast grow- be waived if skater can provide proof of current ISI mem- ing discipline, consists of 8-20 skaters moving as one. Skat- bership. Copy of card must accompany class registration. ers experience teamwork, skills building, and long lasting friendships. Call for more information. REGISTRATION DEADLINE Class registration deadline is 1 week before the start of class. The Edge Ice Arena is committed to giving our skaters the highest quality of instruction and taking pride in preparation for class. “Walk-Ins” jeopardize this structure and a $10.00 late fee will be applied. Registration will only be taken if there is class availability.

Learn to Skate

Spring Session 3/14/12-5/26/12 11 Weeks Session Includes: Class Instruction once per week

Class Fees

Tot $88.00 Pre-Alpha $110.00 Teen/Adult $110.00 Alpha-Delta $132.00 Freestyle (Wed) $132.00 Freestyle (Sat) $154.00 Specialty Classes

Off Ice Conditioning $88.00 5% Amusement Tax not included. Ballet $99.00 Director reserves the right to cancel or combine classes Axel $88.00 Minimum 4 skater per class, maximum 10 skater per class Intro Class $88.00 Learn to Skate Classes at a Glance Tot Classes - 30 minutes Wed. 4:00 - 4:30 pm Specialty Class Schedules Wed. 4:40 - 5:10 pm Sat. 10:20 - 10:50 am Off Ice Conditioning Sat. 11:00 - 11:30 am Wed. 4:00 - 4:35 pm Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm Pre-Alpha 1 & 2 Classes - 40 minutes Sat. 11:00 - 11:40 am Wed. 4:00 - 4:40 pm Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm Ballet Sat. 10:20 - 11:00 am Sat. 9:10 - 10:00 am Sat. 11:00 - 11:40 am Sat. 10:10 - 11:00 am

Alpha and Beta Classes - 40 minutes Wed. 4:00 - 4:40 pm On Ice Supplemental Classes Sat. 10:20 - 11:00 am Axel/Dlb Jump (FS4/5/6) Sat. 11:00 - 11:40 am Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm

Gamma and Delta Classes - 40 minutes Intro to Freestyle Wed. 4:00 - 4:40 pm Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm Sat. 10:20 - 11:00 am Sat. 11:00 - 11:40 am

Teen/Adult Class - 40 minutes Intro to Team Skating / Crystal Edges Sat. 11:00 - 11:40 am Sat. 11:00 - 11:40 am

Freestyle Classes - 40/50 minutes Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm (All Levels) Sat. 8:10 - 9:00 am (FS 1-5) Sat. 9:10-10:00 am (FS 6 and above)

Summer Session Learn-to-Skate Summer Camps 6/20/12-8/11/12 8 Weeks (Pre-Alpha to Delta skaters) (Wednesday, July 4th classes will be held Tuesday July 3rd.)

Summer Lean-To-Skate and July 16-20, 2012 9:00am-2:00pm

Basic Ice Skater Training for Daily camp will include the following on and off Alpha-Delta Skaters ice classes:

Includes on and off ice training. Skaters will learn stretch and core exercises related to figure skating, proper skating Power and Skills body positions, jumping , rotation exercises with time for Ballet and Conditioning dance and music interpretation. On ice classes include skill Activities and Swimming review with incorporation of new maneuvers. Skaters must have gym shoes and proper attire for off ice classes (skating or ballet clothes). Edge Ice Arena International Minimum 4 registrations per class. Skating Training Camps An intensive program for the competitive figure Director reserves the right to combine classes if needed. skater. Day includes on ice skills classes, off ice conditioning and dance, and practice session. Schedules More information is available at the Edge Ice Are- na, or contact the Figure Skating Director. Wednesdays

Alpha/Beta/Gamma/Delta/FS

3:50-4:10 pm (off ice) 4:20-5:00 pm (on ice)

Tots/Pre-Alpha 3:50-4:20 pm

Saturdays Freestyle

8:40-9:00 am (off ice) 9:10-9:50 am (on ice)

Alpha/Beta/Gamma/Delta/FS

10:00-10:40 am (on ice) 10:50-11:10 am (off ice)

Tots/Pre-Alpha 10:00-10:30 am

This is not a school sponsored activity

Session Dates / The Chicago Blues have a great learn to skate program that is designed for boys and girls ages 4-14 years of age. This program will cover all the basics Times / Price in order to get your child to a higher level. The USA Hockey certified directors will cover the following: 10 classes for only Forward skating, stopping, starting, turns, the proper skating stance and $99.00 much more. Players will need the following equipment: Helmet with a cage, elbow pads, shin The summer pick guards, hockey gloves, stick and 10 program skates (Skate Rental is available) Players will receive one free Blues Jersey per year Pick from any 10 classes based on the schedule. All classes take place at the If you miss a class: You can make one up on a Wednesday John St Arena: Classes held or a Saturday…. morning, afternoon 545 John St You can sign up for: and evenings. Wednesday only, Bensenville, IL 60106 Saturday only or sign up for both days…. Monday—Friday Session already started? You can join even if the session has May—August Already started….

Email or call for This program is for: Children who have never skated to Schedule children who have only a little experience…….

To sign up log onto: www.Chicagoblueshockey.org Or for more information: Call 630.766.8888 or email [email protected]

15 s This is not a school sponsored activity k a t e r. T h i Session Dates / Times / The Junior Blues Hockey Program is a Minor Mite - Pee Wee s P House League that stresses fun and top-flight instruction in May - August an introductory format with high-quality instruction from USA r Tuesday Hockey-certified instructors. This feeder program places doz- o & ens of players each year onto competitive travel hockey g Thursday Nights teams. r The Junior Blues house league program is designed to teach a $200.00 per all the fundamentals to kids in order to ensure they are ready m to become part of the Blues. This is a developmental hockey Session program that focuses on skating, shooting, passing and all i other facets of the game that will prepare your child to move s 1 day option is up to the next level. The junior blues program will also play ex- d available hibition practices against other youth developmental hockey program to give the kids a taste of competition and playing in e Half session other rinks. s option i The ice slots are broken down on a daily basis as follows: 15 Available minutes of skating, 15-20 minutes of station work that will fo- g Email or call for cus on shooting, passing, skating and various other skills, 15 n schedule minutes of scrimmage time and the final 10 minutes will be e back to skating. The program is designed to teach the kids skating, the best way to be a successful player is to be a great d All classes take place at t the John St Arena: Session already start? You can join the league in progress o 545 John St In Pre-Hockey? You can move up at any time Bensenville, IL 60106 p How are the teams broken down? By age and talent r Is the program fun? Have fun while becoming a player e Can I do 1 day per week? Yes, with directors permission p a To sign up log onto: www.Chicagoblueshockey.org r Or for more information: e Call 630.766.8888 or email [email protected] y ou to be on a team…..

The Green Teen Zone is a FREE drop-in center for Bensenville Middle School students(grades 6-8).

Our mission is to provide Bensenville Middle School students with a safe place to go after school and create a supervised environment in which the students can be engaged in positive, affordable activities to build character, reinforce education and promote healthy development.

The Green Teen Zone is a place where youth can get involved in a number of ar- tistic, educational, and athletic activities that embrace Bensenville’s community values and expectations.

Monday - Friday 3:00pm to 7:00pm

Thursday 2:00pm to 7:00pm.

Free Snack and Supper!

www.greenteenzone.ning.com (630) 694-1809

Village of Bensenville Edge Ice Arenas Enrollment Form Water’s Edge Aquatic Center Phone: 630-766-8888 Fax: 630-594-1143 Name of Parent or Guardian (First & Last) Address: City & Zip: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Email Address: Emergency Contact: Emergency Phone: Health Information: Please list all medical conditions the participant may have including allergies.

Birth Date Participant Name (mm/dd/yyyy) Session Skating Swimming Day Time Fee Level Level

$15 ISI Registration Fee (skating only):

5% Amusement Tax (excluding swimming): Total Due:

Payment Method: Cash Credit Check #______CALL FOR PAYMENT OPTIONS OR SEND CHECK WITH THIS FORM TO: Edge Ice Arena 735 E. Jefferson Bensenville, Il 60106

Program Waiver: PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT, SWIMMING AND SKATING EQUIPMENT RENTAL AGREEMENT, RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK BY SIGNING THIS DOCU- MENT YOU ARE ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT WHEREIN YOU MAY BE WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO Sue. TO The Edge Ice Arenas (“Arena”), Water’s Edge Aquatic Center (“Aquatic Center”), the Village of Bensenville, their owners, directors, agents, employees, and/or representatives of the above listed organizations. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I am aware that ice skating and swimming involve certain inherent risks, dangers and hazards which can result in serious personal injury or death. I am also aware that ice skating arenas and the aquatic center contain potential dangers to the ice skating and swimming public. As such, I hereby freely agree to assume and accept any and all known and unknown risks of injury while participating in ice skating and aquatic center activities. I further recognize and acknowledge that the risks inherent in the sport of ice skating and swimming can be greatly reduced by taking lessons, abiding by the Skater Responsibility Code and the Swimming Responsibility Code (now known as your “Responsibility Code”) and by using common sense. RELEASE AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS AGREEMENT: In consideration of allowing me to participate in the Arena’s Ice Skating programs and the Aquatic Center’s swimming lessons; in consideration of the loan or rental to me of skating and swimming equipment, I hereby agree to the fullest, and extent permitted by law as follows: 1. TO ACCEPT FOR USE AS IS any equipment loaned or rented to me and to keep it in my possession at all times. 2. TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have or may in the future have against the Arena and the Aquatic Center, any of the parties named above and/or the Rental Shop and 3. TO RE- LEASE the Arena, the Aquatic Center and any party named above and/or the Rental Shop from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that I may suffer, or that my next of kin may suffer, arising from the ice skating and swimming programs at the Arena and the Aquatic Center and as a result of my participation in the Arena’s ice skating programs and the Aquatic Center’s swimming programs and the use of the equipment loaned or rented to me, due to any cause whatsoever, including negligence of breach of contract regarding the design, manufacture, selection, installation, maintenance or adjustment of the equipment and in the operation, supervision, design, or maintenance of the Arena and the Aquatic Center. ARBITRATION: In consideration of allowing me to participate in the Arena’s ice skating programs and the Aquatic Center’s lessons, and in the consideration of the loan or rental to me of ice skating and swimming equipment, I hereby agree to submit to binding arbitration any and all claims which I believe I may have against the Arena and the Aquatic Center’s, the above named parties and/or the Rental Shop arising from my participation in the Arena’s ice skating programs and the Aquatic Center’s swimming programs and use of the equipment loaned or rented to me. The arbitration shall be pursuant to the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitrators shall apply the Federal Rules of Evidence to all proceedings. Arbitration shall be commenced within one (1) year from the date on which any alleged claim first arose. Further, the arbitration shall be held in the town where the Arena and Aquatic Center is located, unless otherwise mutually agreed to by all parties. The submission to the American Arbitration Association shall be unlimited and the arbitration award may be enforced by any court of competent jurisdiction. BINDING EFFECT OF AGREEMENT: In the event of my death or incapacity, this Agreement shall be effective and binding upon heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns and representatives. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: In entering into this Agreement, I am not relying upon any oral or written representation other than what is set forth in this Agreement I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS AGREEMENT AND I AM AWARE THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE THE ARENA AND THE AQUATIC

Participant Signature: Date: (If participant is Under 18 Legal Guardian must sign)

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: 19

BOARD OF ELECTED OFFICIALS

Village President:

Frank Soto

Trustee: Trustee: Trustee:

Morris Bartlett Robert Jarecki Martin O’Connell, III

Trustee: Trustee: Trustee:

Village of Bensenville 12 South Center Street Bensenville, IL 60106 Phone: (630) 766-8200

Registrations will be accepted at The Edge Ice Arena 735 East Jefferson Street Bensenville, IL 60106 Any questions, please contact 630-766-8888