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Our Winter/Spring Event Booklet is now available online! View our interactive version of our current Program Booklet. February 29, 2012
New Wave Strength Swim Class
This is a wonderful way work out in the water with sprint bells, noodles and resistance tubing with burst of cardio & power moves. Get a new you with a new wave in your aquatic workout. Instructor Mike.
Day: Wednesday
Dates: February 1 – February 29
March 7 – April 4
April 11 – May 9
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Fee: $45/ $50 NR
Toddlers
It is never too early to begin learning about movement. Tot-nastics is designed to help the child, as well as the parents, develop and discover their physical capabilities and aptitudes. Tots and parents will be led through beginning gymnastics, tumbling and motor skill tasks. One parent must participate in class.
Day: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Date: January 9 – March 3
Time: Mondays 10:00am – 10:50am
Wednesday 10:00am – 10:50am
Saturdays 9:00am – 9:50am
Location: Chicago Southland Gymnastics
Age: 18 – 36 months old
Fee: $95.00 for 8 week session (1 class per week)
$145.00 for 8 week session (2 classes/ week)
Easy Striders
Walking is a popular way to stay in shape. if you want a low impact exercise to help you stay fit, this is the program you’ve been looking for. Walk at your own pace and distance. Come alone, or join with a friend.
Day: Monday/Wednesday/Friday
Date: Now to April 30, 2012
Time: 10:30am – Noon
Location: Recreation Center Gym
Age: Adult
Fee: $10 / $15 NR
Pre-Schoolers
Enjoy beginner gymnastics, tumbling, low balance beam, bars, vault skills and motor development tasks while having fun! Balance, coordination and body awareness, as well as developing the ability to listen and follow directions will be fostered. Instructor will lead our pre-schoolers in small groups through fun movements and physical exercises.
Day: Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Date: January 9 – March 3
Time: Mondays 11:00am – 11:50am
Wednesday 11:00am – 11:50am
Wednesday 6:00pm – 6:55pm
Saturdays 9:00am – 9:50am
Location: Chicago Southland Gymnastics
Age: 3 – 41⁄2 years old
Fee: $100 for 8 week session (1 class per week)
$150.00 for 8 week session (2 classes/ week)
Teen Reach
We are proud to announce a wonderful FREE SERVICE for the youth of Chicago Heights and Ford Heights. The Chicago Heights Park District is the lead organization in this collaborative partnership with the Bloom Township Youth and Family Services, the Southland Health Care Forum as the coordinating agency, Proactive Community Services, Southland Hispanic Leadership Council and School District 170. Jointly, these organizations will work together to provide an out of school program that increases opportunities for youth ages 11-17 to participate in structured development, learning activities and recreational programs designed to empower them to reach their individual goals and highest potential. Free snacks and drinks will be provided. Sign up your child today! For more information, please contact Frank Iverson at (708) 755-1351 ext. 15.
Dates: Monday – Friday
Ages: 11-17 years old
Time: 2:30 – 6:00 pm
Fee: FREE
Dance Program – Ballet Session II
Ballet is the basis for all dance and a great introduction to dance. All classes will start with basic technique and stretching (older students will do work at the barre) and continue with center and across the floor combinations. Dress Code: Girls: Black leotard, pink ballet tights, pink ballet shoes, dance skirts are OK but no tutus. Hair should be worn off the face, preferably in a bun. No jewelry. Boys: Black dance pants, white t-shirt, black ballet shoes. Instructor: Miss Terri (Min: 8 Max: 15)
Session I – January 9 – February 18
Session II – February 20 – March 31
Fee: $45 / $50 NR
Wednesday - 4:15 – 5:00pm // Kindergarten
Wednesday - 5:45 – 6:30pm // 1st-3rd Grades
Learn How To Bowl Session I
Sign your child up today to learn how to bowl and meet new friends! Learn how to bowl during our 8 week classes. Lanes available with or without bumpers. League bowlers can practice 2 hours on Wednesdays from 3:00-5:00pm. Bowlers will receive 2 free games per week if they give us an email to send them to. Also, 20% off food and soft drinks for league bowlers.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm
Date: Session I – Jan 11 – March 7
Session II – March 14 – May 2
Fee: Ages 5-9 – (2 games) $50 / $55 NR
Ages 10-18 – (3 games) $52 / $57 NR Fee includes shoe rental
Location: Classes – Classic Lanes Bowling Alley South Chicago Heights
Registration: Chicago Heights Rec Center 1400 Chicago Road
Chess Club Session II
Come join the NEW Chicago Heights Park District chess club that offers students the opportunity to learn how to play chess competitively. The students will have fun while developing essential chess skills. Beginner and Intermediate level players will rocket their chess game to the next level. Chess has been proven to increase academic performance by improving decision making abilities, problem solving and critical thinking skills. Sign up today for this fun filled club.
Day: Wednesday
Date: Session I – Jan 11 – Feb 8
Session II – Feb 15 – March 14
Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Fee: $25 / $30 NR
Ages: 4th grade – 12th grade
Min: 2
Max: 20
Location: Chicago Heights Rec
Hosted by: Developing Young Minds Naeem Karriem, Instructor
Dance Program – Zumba® Session II
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba® program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie- burning dance fitness party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health. Zumba Fitness® is the only Latin- inspired dance-fitness program that blends red-hot international music and contagious steps form a “fitness- party” that is downright addictive. So ditch the workout and join the party. Dress Code: Comfortable clothes, exercise shoes, preferably dance sneakers. Instructor: Miss Terri (Min: 8 Max: 15)
Wednesday – 6:30 – 7:30pm // Teen/Adult
Session I – January 9 – February 18
Session II – February 20 – March 31
Fee: $45 / $50 NR
Adult & Youth Swim Lessons
Adults learn the basic steps to meet aquatic needs. Develop security in the water while learning the basic skills. Skills will include the breast stroke, backstroke and other techniques. Class is held at the St. James Health & Wellness Center.
Children can develop basic water skills to meet developmental needs. They will learn basic swim strokes and develop security in the water. All ability levels welcome. Registration taken at the Chicago Heights Recreation Center.