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SUMMER 2015

SKOKIE PARK DISTRICT

Skokie Sports Park Weber Park Course

NEW! / FlingGolf Summer leagues, lessons & more Golf Lessons

One-on-One Lessons – 3 hours Private Playing Lessons Our PGA instructor will evaluate your skills then at Weber Course design a program to improve specific areas of your game. One hour (greens fee included): $110 One 1-hour and four ½-hour lessons. Adults: $295 / Juniors: $275 Corporate Lessons Outing Gather your clients, business associates or employees Half-Hour Lesson for a half- or full-day at golf school! Our PGA staff One-on-one instruction will maximize will customize instruction to fit your company’s improvement on specific skills. needs. Call (847) 674-1500, ext. 3100 for more Adults information. One ½-hour lesson: $55 Four ½-hour lessons: $200 Juniors One ½-hour lesson: $50 One-Hour Lesson Strongly recommended for first lessons. Bring a friend and save. One lesson: $110 / Four lessons: $395 *Lesson with a friend: One lesson: $135 / Four lessons: $495 Groups of 3 to 5: $160

Meet our Golf Pros Chris Pytell, PGA Class A Professional Skokie Park District Director of Instruction • 16 years at Skokie Sports Park, a PGA member since 1997 • More than 15,000 individual and group lessons conducted for men, women, and juniors • Plays on the Illinois PGA Tour and has played on the NGA Pro Golf Tour • At 17 played a national junior golf tournament with Tiger Woods • Academic All-American, Team Captain, Southern Illinois University

To schedule a lesson call Chris at (773) 505-GOLF (4653) or email him at [email protected].

Scott Barla, PGA Class A Professional Skokie Park District Head Professional • 8 years at Skokie Sports Park, a PGA member since 1996 • Golf instructor for a nationally-recognized inner city youth program in Detroit • U.S. Kids Golf certified instructor • Graduate of Ferris State University 1994, PGM-PGA program

To schedule a lesson, call Scott at (248) 635-4183 or email him at [email protected]. “Power Up” Your Swing by Chris Pytell, Skokie Park District PGA Pro

Next time you hit at Skokie Sports Park, try swinging a club without moving your legs. Then go back to moving your legs during the swing. Why? So you can feel how much additional power your legs add to your swing. On average, your legs add 20-30 percent more power to your . To properly power up your legs, simply follow these moves. Move #1 At the top of your backswing, roughly 70-80 percent of your weight should be on the inside of your right foot. To initiate this, move your left knee inward a few inches toward your right knee as you continue to swing the club away from the . If you have to raise your left heel slightly that’s okay, but make sure that your right leg stays flexed and that your weight moves to the inside of the right foot. Not only will this create and store power, it also will prohibit one of the most harmful hitches in a golfer’s swing — the dreaded sway.

Move #2 Begin your downswing by driving your right knee toward your left. As you feel your weight shift to the left foot, make sure your left leg begins to straighten. When you are finished with your swing, more than 90 percent of your weight should be on your left foot and your left leg should be completely straight. A good rule of thumb is to hold your finish until the ball lands, or as I like to say, “pose for the camera.”

So work on “powering up” your swing at Skokie Sports Park. The next time you play, you might be deemed the group’s “big hitter,” or you might just like the fact that your favorite course will now seem shorter!

If you have a question for Chris or would like to schedule a lesson, call (773) 505-GOLF(4653) or email [email protected].

New at Weber Park FootGolf Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays • 4 p.m. until dusk Try the newest golf sport –FootGolf. Instead of using golf clubs, you kick a soccer ball for a faster paced game. The game is played much like a traditional game of golf with players kicking a soccer ball from the to the hole; however the soccer ball is kicked into a 21-inch hole. Players may bring their own #5 soccer ball or rent one from Weber Park Golf Course. Casual, or turf are preferred. Rubber- or steel- shoes will not be allowed in order to protect the golf course. FootGolf Fees Resident * Non-Res. One Round $10 $12 Replay Fee: $5 $6 #5 Ball Rental: $5 (Picture I.D. required)

* To receive resident rates, proper picture I.D. must be presented showing proof of Skokie residency. Golf Leagues at Weber Park Golf Course Ladies Summer League *14 Weeks* For Ladies of all abilities. This season the league will play 14 weeks of golf and includes a post- season awards luncheon. Registration may be individual or foursome only. Weekly permanent tee-times will be assigned. 151659-01 Tue 5/12-8/11 First tee time: 7:50 a.m. $150 / $188

Senior Summer League *19 Weeks* Open to men and women 60 years of age or older of all abilities. Registration for individuals, twosomes and will be taken. Permanent tee-times will be assigned based on availability and league size. Rotating times may be accommodated but not guaranteed. An awards presentation will be held at the end of the season. 151669-01 Wed 5/6-9/9 First tee time: 7:20 a.m. $152 / $190

After Work Summer League * 18 Weeks * Open to everyone 18 years and over. Get a team together from your office or sign up as a single. A shotgun-starting format will be used. An awards presentation will be held at the end of the season. 151689-01 Tue 5/5-9/1 6:00 p.m. $170 / $212

North Suburban Junior Travel League Ideal program for in-going freshmen at District 219 high schools or other area high school golf teams! League offers competitive play for grade school junior golfers. A maximum of 15 team members will be selected. The team will travel to other golf courses to compete on a weekly basis beginning in mid-June. Weekly 2 hour practices are included. If you are considering high school level golf, this program is a good way to prepare. Sign-up for only one tryout session. 251644-01 Su 6/7 10 – 11:30 a.m. Free tryout 251644-02 M 6/8 4 – 5:30 a.m. Free tryout 251644-04 M 6/15-8/3 12 p.m. $300 / $350 (team members only) Jr. Golf Instructional Programs The Skokie Park District is happy to be a SNAG facility. SNAG is an alternative and fun way to introduce golf to new junior players using unique .

SNAG for Juniors/Beginner Junior Golf Programs (ages 8-15) No prior golf experience is necessary. SNAG equipment will be available for clinic use. Basic short game and general swing fundamentals will be taught. Class provides an opportunity for juniors to transition from SNAG to actual golf clubs and to swing at real golf balls. First class meets at Sports Park and will use SNAG equipment. Minimum class size is 4, maximum is 8. No class July 5. 251634-01 Sun 6/14-7/12 10:30–11:30 a.m. $95 / $116 251634-02 Sat 7/11-8/1 10:30–11:30 a.m. $95 / $116

Parent/Junior Golf (ages 4-8) – 4 Weeks SNAG equipment will be used to introduce fundamentals. Advice will be given to parents to help guide their children at home. Clinics are open for children ages 4-8 and each junior must be accompanied by a parent or an adult. Spaces are limited. Class size minimum is 4, maximum is 8. First class meets at Sports Park and will use SNAG equipment in week one. 251632-01 Sun 6/14-7/12 12–12:45 p.m. $95 / $116 251632-02 Sat 7/11-8/1 12–12:45 p.m. $95 / $116 251632-03 Sun 8/9-8/30 12-12:45 p.m. $95 / $116 Adult Golf Fundamentals Program

Adult Golf – Golf Fundamentals Topics covered include grip, stance, alignment, full-swing and short game fundamentals, general rules and etiquette. The first class meets at Sports Park. Bring your set of clubs. Class size: 4 min. / 8 max. 251651-01 Sat 6/6-6/27 9-10 a.m. $95 / $116 251651-02 Wed 6/3-6/24 6:30-7:30 p.m. $95 / $116 251651-03 Sun 7/19-8/9 9-10 a.m. $95 / $116 251651-04 Thu 8/6-8/27 6:30-7:30 p.m. $95 / $116

Adult Golf – Golf Fundamentals II This class stresses techniques beyond the basics. Improve your use of irons, drivers and hybrids. Discussions will include improving short game techniques, bunker play and on-course strategies. The first class meets at Sports Park. Bring your clubs. Class size: 4 min. / 8 max. 251652-01 Sat 6/6-6/27 10:30-11:30 a.m. $95 / $116 251652-02 Sun 7/19-8/9 10:30-11:30 a.m. $95 / $116

Adult Golf –Evening Specialty Clinics We offer four different clinics each focused on one aspect of the game. Participate in these clinics in combination with private golf lessons for the quickest improvement in your game. Classes will have a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 8 golfers. Registration one week prior to each clinic is required. Irons, drivers/fairway woods, chipping/pitching clinics meet at Sports Park. The putting/ bunker play clinic meets at Weber Park Golf Course. These clinics are not suggested for beginner level golfers. Irons (Sports Park) 251621-01 Thu 6/4 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38 251621-02 Thu 7/9 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38 Drivers/Fairway Woods (Sports Park) 251622-01 Tue 6/2 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38 251622-02 Tue 7/7 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38 Chipping/Pitching (Sports Park) 251623-01 Tue 6/16 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38 251623-02 Tue 7/21 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38 Putting/Sand Play (Bunkers) (Weber Park G.C.) 251628-01 Thu 6/18 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38 251628-02 Thu 7/23 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 / $38

Registration begins May 15 for Skokie residents and May 22 for non-residents. Register at www.SkokieParks.org Summer Junior Golf Camps One week sesions June 15 – August 7 for grades 3 – 8

It’s still not too late to register for junior golf camp this summer. The half-day sessions are one week in duration and are designed to accommodate players’ summer school schedules. Sign up for a morning or afternoon session or both. Discounts are available for same week registration for a full day of camp. Call Rich at (847) 674-1500 ext. 3120 for further information. Skokie Sports Park 3459 Oakton St. • (847) 674-1500, ext. 3100 SkokieParks.org/skokie-sports-park

A Top 50 Golf Range in America! Adventure Golf The Sports Park golf range was voted Take advantage of quality family time by visiting our one of the Top 50 Stand-Alone Ranges in two adventure golf courses. Play Traveler’s Quest, America by Golf Range Magazine. It offers: an 18-hole around-the-world adventure, featuring a • Automatic tee-up system different experience at every hole. For the youngest • Heated hitting stations in winter of tots, Kid’s Quest is an interactive 9-hole mini- • Two-tiered, lighted, 40-station golf course where you can ride a jeep, climb on dinosaurs or go down a slide set! (See seasonal structure hours on back cover.) • Target greens with laser-measured Fees distances Dependent on course, age and group size: $5–$7 • PGA-certified instructors for individuals Enjoy playing both courses! $7–$9 and groups Batting Cages Range Cards & Fees Softball and pitching machines from slow No more buckets! Buy a range card, swipe to major league level are fun even for the youngest it at your hitting station and hit away, members of the family. Bring your family and never bending down to tee up. Bring your friends! (See seasonal hours on back cover.) card back as often as you like and top it Fees off with more cash. Rates vary based on 1 token (11 balls): $1 the day of the week and time of day you 6 tokens (66 balls): $5 use the range. 15 tokens (165 balls): $10 Range cards begin at $5; discounts begin at $10. Best deal: Pay $100 for a $143 Parties and Gatherings worth of balls. Club Rental: $2 with ID. Sports Park’s party room is a great place for (See seasonal hours at right.) birthday party packages, corporate outings and meetings! Gift certificates are also available. Ultimate Sports Park Range Deal! Room Rental: $50–$90/hour. Party Packages: The best deal for regular Sports Park $150 –$220. users! Get a $625 range card for $300. Special events PGA Instructors Look for upcoming special events at Sports Park Our PGA pros instruct beginner and including clinics, mini-golf tournaments, golf demo advanced golfers in any and all areas days and lots more. Call (847) 674-1500 ext. 3100 of the game, all year round! Individual, for more information. group, or bring-a-friend instruction. For rates or to set up a lesson, call Chris Pytell at (773) 505-4653 or Sports Park hours on back cover Scott Barla at (248) 635-4183.

Sports Park Weber Park Golf Course SkokieParks.org/weber-park-golf-course 9300 Weber Park Place • (847) 674-1500, ext. 3600

Located behind the Weber Leisure Center at Church Street and Gross Point Road, Weber Park Golf Course is one of the Park District’s hidden gems. The beautiful 9-hole, 3 course is open yearly for play April through November, weather permitting.

Fees (Fee ranges according to residency status. ID required for proof of residency.) Monday–Friday: $9–$11 Saturday, Sunday & Holidays: $10–$12 Weber Park Junior (age: 8–15) & Senior (age: 60+) Weekdays: $7–$9 Golf Course Same Day Replays: $5–$6 hours on 10-Play Pass*: $75–$95 Junior & Senior 10-Play Pass*: $65–$85 back cover Cart Rental: $3 Rental: $5 (I.D. deposit required)

*All passes are good only during the season they are purchased. No refunds, exchanges or carry-overs for unused rounds.

Age Requirements Junior Golfers 8–12 years of age may play the course with an adult 21 years or older. Juniors 12–15 years of age may play without adult supervision.

Course Rules United States Golf Association rules apply, in addition to local rules printed on scorecards. Club sharing is not allowed. (Call for more information). The golf course always closes for lightning. Rain-checks will be issued if the golf course is closed for severe weather. Rain-checks will not be issued if the course remains open during inclement weather. All golfers are responsible for any damage caused by errant shots. Weber Park Golf Course Available during regular now home to golf course hours FlingGolf! FlingGolf is easy to learn, the rules are simple and the equipment consists of a single FlingStick. Kids love it. Players fling the along the course and putt with the face of the FlingStick. Bring your own FlingStick or rent one from Weber Park Golf Course. Casual, tennis or golf shoes are preferred. No rubber or steel cleat shoes. FlingGolf Fees Resident * Non-Res. One Round $10 $12 Replay Fee: $5 $6 FlingStick Rental: $5 (Picture I.D. required)

* To receive resident rates, proper picture I.D. must be presented showing proof of Skokie residency. Weber Park Golf Course Summer Hours

All hours weather permitting and subject to PAID SKOKIE, IL SKOKIE, PRSRT STD change for leagues and tournaments. Rounds U.S. Postage must be purchased 1 hour prior to sunset. 238 PERMIT NO.

March 30–September 27 Daily, 7 a.m.–1 hour prior to sunset

Memorial Day 7 a.m. with gate closing promptly at 6 p.m.

Independence Day & Labor Day 7 a.m. Gate closes promptly at 5 p.m.

Skokie Sports Park Summer Hours

Sales window closes 15 minutes prior to park closing, all hours weather permitting Open Memorial and Labor Day: 8 a.m.–7 p.m. Open Independence Day: 8 a.m.–6 p.m.

Golf Range March 30 –Oct. 30: Sunday–Thursday: 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 8 a.m.–11 p.m.

Adventure Golf March 30 –Oct. 30: Sunday–Thursday: 10 a.m.–9 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 10 a.m.–10 p.m.

Batting Cage Hours April 6–May 17: Monday–Thursday: 4 p.m.–10 p.m. Friday: 4 p.m.–11 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.–11 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m.–10 p.m. May 18–Labor Day: Sunday–Thursday: 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. Weber Lei sure Center Weber Place r Park 9300 Webe Skokie, I llinois 60077 www.SkokieParks.org