Challenge Tennis Academy - Channahon...Scott Slocum’s Youth Basketball Skills Camp Grades 3rd-6th Dribble, pass, shoot and score. Boys and girls get ready for the Channahon Park

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Introduction to Soccer - NEW!Ages 6-10 yearsChildren will be taught the fundamentals of soccer including dribbling, passing, defense, and shooting, as well as the rules of the game! Skills, drills and fun games will be used to teach them the necessary skills to become a better player and understand the game more!Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $57/$45Min/Max: 6/12Date Day Time Sept 16-Oct 21 M 6-6:45 PM Oct 28-Dec 2 M 6-6:45 PM

Snag GolfAges 5-8 yearsBecome an official SNAGster with our youth golf program. Learn howto use your launcher to crush your Snag Ball off the launch pad and then master your roller to get that ball on the Flag Sticky. SNAG is a fun and interesting way for starters to learn golf. Falling somewhere between miniature golf and regulation golf, SNAG® allows for full shots, pitching, chipping, and putting. It is a proven learning & trainingtool for entry level golfers.Location: Heritage Bluffs Public Golf ClubFee/ResDisc: $65/$50Date Day TimeSept 4-25 W 5:30-6:30 PM

Roller Skating/Blading LessonsAges 4-12 years (grouped based on ability)Help your child learn to enjoy this healthy, lifelong activity by ensuring that they learn how to skate in a relaxed, encouraging environment. In just a few weeks, your child will be skating like a pro! Class is taught to match the pace of the students and will cover basic skating movements, the safest way to fall, and some fun games to get the kids excited. Free wifi available while parents wait.Location: Skateland Recreation CenterFee/ResDisc: $39/$27Date Day Time DeadlineSept 20-Oct 25 F 5-5:45 PM Sept 16Nov 3-Dec 8 SU 11:30 AM-12:15 PM Oct 28

Ryukyu-Kempo KarateAges 5-11 yearsLet Sensei John Ventura of the Bob Golden School of Self Defense teach you the art of Ryuku-Kempo Karate using real life situations. Karate will not only help you defend yourself but will teach you self-respect, self-discipline, mental focusing and physical development. Instructed by John Ventura, 7th Degree Black Belt.Location: Arrowhead Community CenterFee/ResDisc: $80/$65Age Date Day Time5-8 years Sept 17-Nov 7 TU/TH 6:30-7:30 PM9-11 years Sept 17-Nov 7 TU/TH 7:30-8:30 PM5-8 years Nov 12-Dec 19* TU/TH 6:30-7:30 PM9-11 years Nov 12-Dec 19* TU/TH 7:30-8:30 PM*No class November 28; Fee prorated to $60/$45

Challenge Tennis AcademyChannahon Park District is excited to have Challenge Fitness of Lockport here to run tennis lessons and programs. The tennis pros of Challenge Fitness are certified and teach tennis year-round to all levels and ages.

Junior Beginner & Advanced Junior BeginnerAges 5-12 yearsThe program utilizes smaller courts, lighter balls, and shorter nets for younger players to learn tennis easier and quicker just as other sports use different equipment and supplies given the ages of the participants. The program was created by the USTA and all staff are highly trained in the new format.

Players at this level can hit a forehand and backhand consistently and are starting to play points. Participants should provide their own racquet.

Location: Central Park Tennis CourtsFee/ResDisc: $52/$40Min/Max: 4/16Date Day TimeSept 18-Oct 9 W 5-6 PM

Off-Season Girls Softball ClinicAges 5-14 yearsThe off-season girls’ softball clinic is a place for kids to learn basic rules, drills and skills of softball in a fun and social environment. This clinic-style program is designed to be instructional and developmentally appropriate by teaching throwing, hitting, pitching and fielding techniques. This program is geared for children that may be new to softball or seasoned players looking to improve their skills. Instructed by Bill Mikuska.Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $74/$58Min/Max: 10/25Age Date Day Time5-8 years Oct 30-Dec 18 W 6:30-7:30 PM9-14 years Oct 30-Dec 18 W 7:30-8:30 PM

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What is Fee/ResDisc? We set fees for all of our programs, then discount most of those fees for residents. Not sure if you’re a resident? Check your property tax bill, if Channahon Park District is listed you’re a resident!

Or go to www.ChannahonPark.org, go to ‘About Us’ then click on ‘Residency Map’.

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Volunteer Coaches Needed!Volunteer coaches are needed for our youth sports leagues. Our youth leagues continue to be a great experience for the children in the community. Volunteer coaches are a big reason these leagues have been so successful. Please support your son or daughter, get involved and sign up to be coach! Volunteers receive a $25 Park District credit to be used towards future programs or activities. Coaches clinics available!

Please Note: Due to the size and nature of sports leagues, requests to accommodate individual schedules and preferences cannot be honored. Please be sure that your child will be available for practices and games according to the schedule given by coaches.

Youth Sports Blind-Draft PolicyIn order to provide every child with fair and equal treatment, a blind draft process will form the teams. Due to the large number of registrants in our youth sports programs and the attempt to keep teams equal, we cannot accommodate special requests for specific coaches or teammates. Only the head coach and one assistant coach will be allowed to request that their children be placed on the same team.

Private Basketball Lessons Are you looking to perfect your skills or take your game to the next level? Are you working towards becoming a starter on your current team? These one on one or group lessons (max 2), with a high school varsity coach and former college basketball player, can help you work towards and accomplish your goals! Email Kaitlyn at [email protected] to set up your lesson today or check additional dates of availability!Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFees: 30 minute session: $35 per session 60 minute session: $55 per sessionDate AvailabilitySept 6-May 1 Mon-Fri after 7 PM Sundays after 12 PM

Introduction to BasketballAges 6-10 yearsChildren will be taught the fundamentals of basketball including dribbling, passing, teamwork, defense, and shooting, as well as the rules of the game! Skills, drills and fun games will be used to teach them the necessary skills to become a better player and understand the game more!Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $57/$45Min/Max: 6/12Date Day Time Sept 16-Oct 21 M 5-5:45 PM Oct 28-Dec 2 M 5-5:45 PM

Scott Slocum’s Youth Basketball Skills Camp Grades 3rd-6th Dribble, pass, shoot and score. Boys and girls get ready for the Channahon Park District Basketball League. Improve skills and techniques as well as offensive and defensive game play! Get 10% off the camp if you are registered for the youth basketball league. Instructed by Scott Slocum.Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $39/$30Min/Max: 10/45Grade Date Day Time3rd-4th Jan 2-3 TH-F 11 AM-1:30 PM5th-6th Jan 2-3 TH-F 2-4:30 PM

Little Dribblers Basketball Grades K-1stThis program for boys and girls in kindergarten through the 1st grade is designed to be instructional with an emphasis placed on learning the fundamental skills of basketball in a fun and entertaining environment. There will be instruction on dribbling, passing, shooting and defense. Each participant will receive a free T-shirt. Sign up early!Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $50/$40Min/Max: 10/45Date Day Time Jan 12-Feb 16 SU 11-11:55 AM

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Basketball Leagues for grades 1st through High School Senior!

1st & 2nd Grade Instructional Basketball LeagueThis league is designed to develop the essential fundamental skills of basketball while also giving them game like experience! Participants will have a 45 minute instruction session each week from Scott Slocum, followed by a game! Volunteer coaches are needed! Sign up early as space is limited! Each child is only permitted to be registered for 1 session.Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $89/$69Session # Date Day TimeSession 1 Jan 12-Feb 16 SU 12-1:30 PMSession 2 Jan 12-Feb 16 SU 1:45-3:15 PM

High School Basketball League Freshmen-Seniors (Must currently be in high school, 2019-2020, to be on a team)Get a group of friends together and join the new Channahon Park District High School Basketball League! All games will be played according to IHSA rules with a few house rules. All games will have 4 eight-minute quarters and a 5-minute half time. Each division will include an eight game regular season, after season tournament, league standings, game officials and scorekeepers. Awards will be given to top team in the league and the winner of the tournament. Sign your team up early with a $200 deposit because space is limited. Teams must be made up of 60% residents to be considered a resident team. Teams must provide their own, like-colored, jerseys with numbers on the back.Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $750/$650Max: 8 teams totalDeadline: December 16 or when filledDate Day TimeJan 18-Mar 14 SA Games begin at 5:30 PM

Youth Basketball LeaguesGrades 3rd-8th (grades for 2019-2020 school year)The Youth Basketball League is for boys and girls entering 3rd-8th grades. The league is designed for participants to utilize fundamental skills of basketball in game situations. Each team will be directed by a volunteer head coach who will provide instruction on basketball fundamentals in a positive and fun environment. Teams will have one practice during the week, starting the week of January 6 and one game every Saturday starting January 18. Grades 5-8 will participate in an end of the year, 1 day, tournament! All games will be held at the Heritage Crossing Field House. Sign up early! Space is limited! If there are not enough participants to run a separate boys and girls league, we will combine them into one co-ed league.

Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: On or Before December 15: $89/$69 On or After December 16: $99/$79 *Registration must be done in person!Deadline: December 15 or when program fills

Boys Youth Basketball LeagueGrade Date Day Time3rd-4th Jan 18-Mar 7 SA 8:30 AM-4:30 PM5th-6th Jan 18-Mar 14* SA 8:30 AM-4:30 PM7th-8th Jan 18-Mar 14* SA 8:30 AM-4:30 PM*Grades 5-8 will participate in an end of the year, 1 day tournament

Girls Youth Basketball LeagueGrade Date Day Time3rd-4th Jan 18-Mar 7 SA 8:30 AM-4:30 PM5th-6th Jan 18-Mar 14* SA 8:30 AM-4:30 PM7th-8th Jan 18-Mar 14* SA 8:30 AM-4:30 PM*Grades 5-8 will participate in an end of the year, 1 day tournament

Why Great Programs Are Cancelled

Nothing kills a program faster than everyone waiting until the last minute to register. There are certain deadlines that are set

in order to decide whether a program will be cancelled. So if you are interested...

REGISTER EARLY!

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What is Fee/ResDisc? We set fees for all of our programs, then discount most of those fees for residents. Not sure if you’re a resident? Check your property tax bill, if Channahon Park District is listed you’re a resident!

Or go to www.ChannahonPark.org, go to ‘About Us’ then click on ‘Residency Map’.

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Co-Ed Instructional VolleyballGrades 1st-5thCaroline Smith will focus on teaching the fundamental skills of volleyball while emphasizing teamwork and sportsmanship. Instruction will be given at the beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. Players will be divided by grade and or ability. All participants will learn new skills, practice old skills and play volleyball games during every class session. Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $64/$49Min/Max: 10/40Date Day Time Sept 17-Oct 22 TU 6-7 PM

Volleyball Boot Camp Grades 6th-8thAre you ready to get in shape for the next Jr. High Volleyball Season? The Channahon Park District is offering the perfect boot camp that will help you make the team. Caroline Smith will instruct this three week long Volleyball Boot Camp. It will focus on the conditioning and skills needed to excel as a volleyball player.Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $64/$49Min/Max: 6/20Session Date Day Time Session 1 Oct 8-24 TU/TH 7-8 PMSession 2 Oct 29-Nov 14 TU/TH 7-8 PMSession 3 Oct 29-Nov 14 TU/TH 8-9 PM

Instructional Volleyball LeagueGrades 3rd-5thAll games will begin November 16 and end December 28. Practices will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It is recommended to be at the first practices November 5 and November 7 for team placement. This will be a recreational league and will still focus on learning the game of volleyball. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $61/$56Min/Max: 12/32Deadline: October 9 Date Day TimePractices Nov 5-Dec 26 TU/TH 6:00-7:00 PMGames Nov 16-Dec 28 SA 12-2 PM*No classes November 26, 28, December 24

Volleyball Private Instruction Grades 3rd-8thIf you are looking to fine tune your volleyball skills this is the class for you. The classes will have a maximum of 3 participants per class allowing for more instruction for your child. Sessions will be divided in 30 minutes each week, participants can sign up for both of the classes if spots are open. Contact Kaitlyn at [email protected] to schedule your private lesson with Caroline Smith!

Location: Heritage Crossing Field HouseFee/ResDisc: $39/$30 (per 30 minute session, can be divided up by 1-3 people)Date Day TimeNov 19-Dec 17 TU or TH 7-7:30 PM or 7:30-8 PM

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