Sports. Gymnastics Instructor: Staff from Tumblebear Gymnastics Location: Darien Park District Community Center, 7301 Fairview Ave.

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1 Gymnastics Instructor: Staff from Tumblebear Gymnastics Location: Darien Park District Community Center, 7301 Fairview Ave. Parent-n-Tot Ages: Walking-2 year olds & an adult This program is an introductory gymnastics class for ages walking up to 3 years old. Each class involves the participation of an adult for child support and encouragement. Our instructors will guide you and your child through a series of fun activities to improve their spatial awareness and explore together the basics of gymnastics in a fun, nurturing environment. By enrolling your child in classes you will be helping them to improve their strength, flexibility, balance and coordination plus an opportunity to meet and make new friends and have fun exercising A F Jan. 26-Mar. 2 11:15-11:50am $51/$ B F Mar. 9-Apr :15-11:50am $51/$ C F Apr. 20-May 25 11:15-11:50am $51/$56 Preschool Gymnastics Ages: 3-5 This program helps your child learn to follow instructions while developing their overall fitness and motor skills with challenging activities on gymnastics equipment. Our instructors follow a weekly curriculum to ensure each child is learning at his/her pace. Children who have participated in movement education activities have longer attention spans, increases communication skills, general problem solving skills and improves self esteem. We strive to help each child to become confident in themselves in a fun and safe nurturing environment A F Jan. 26-Mar. 2 10:30-11:05am $51/$ B F Mar. 9-Apr :30-11:05am $51/$ C F Apr. 20-May 25 10:30-11:05am $51/$56 School Age Gymnastics Ages: 5-12 Our goal in our classes is to develop fitness, character and self esteem through the sport of gymnastics. To ensure safe and continual progress we teach gymnastics skills in a thorough and progressive manner. We help each child to take pride in their inner confidence and strength in a fun and positive environment A F Jan. 26-Mar. 2 3:45-4:30pm $51/$ B F Jan. 26-Mar. 2 4:30-5:15pm $51/$ C F Mar. 9-Apr. 13 3:45-4:30pm $51/$ D F Mar. 9-Apr. 13 4:30-5:15pm $51/$ E F Apr. 20-May 25 3:45-4:30pm $51/$ F F Apr. 20-May 25 4:30-5:15pm $51/$56 Youth Volleyball Instructor: Staff from All Star Sports Our Volleyball program is designed to equip our boys and girls with the essential fundamentals that are needed to succeed in this fast paced game. Passing, setting, serving, defensive and offensive strategies are all covered. Join us as we work on improving our footwork, teamwork, and over all basics as we take it to the next level. Equipment: Knee and elbow pads. Ages: Community Center A W Jan. 17-Feb. 14 5:30-6:30pm $48/$ B W Feb. 21-Mar. 21 5:30-6:30pm $48/$ C W Apr. 11-May 23 5:30-6:30pm $48/$53 Tennis Titans Instructor: Staff from Tennis Titans Location: Darien Park District Community Center, 7301 Fairview Ave. Tennis Titans I: Ages: 3-5 Children will learn the fundamental movement skills that work on the ABCs (agility, balance and coordination), along with sending and receiving skills such as rolling, tossing (underhand), throwing (overhand) and catching. Fun games and colored equipment helps to keep children stimulated and children will use specially designed rackets and balls to introduce them to striking and receiving skills. *Children who are in preschool on Fridays will be walked to the gym before class, or walked to their preschool room after class A Th Jan. 11-Feb. 8 3:45-4:25pm $54/$ B Th Feb. 15-Mar. 22 3:45-4:25pm $64/$ C F Jan. 12-Feb. 9 11:40-12:20pm $54/$ D F Feb. 16-Mar :40-12:20pm $64/$69 Tennis Titans II: Ages: 6-8 Introduces more racquet skills helping children become more familiar with how to control the ball from both sides of the body. In this stage, children will further develop their striking and receiving skills as well as being encouraged to work in pairs and as part of a team E Th Jan. 11-Feb. 8 4:35-5:20pm $54/$ F Th Feb. 15-Mar. 22 4:35-5:20pm $64/$69 Tennis Titans III: Ages: 7-10 Enhances players growing physical capabilities and athletic skills through exercises improving agility, linear and coordination speed, and tennis-specific footwork. Stimulates muscle memory and awareness, forehand, backhand and serving techniques. Players will increase in swing lengths, have added spin, and achieve greater accuracy from different positions on the court. The spirit and fun of competition is elevated through a technical emphasis on how to move the opponent to build the point and a more sophisticated understanding of executing strategic concepts to hone a distinctly refined playing style G Th Jan. 11-Feb. 8 5:30-6:15pm $54/$ H Th Feb. 15-Mar. 22 5:30-6:15pm $64/$69 Baton Twirling & Pom-Poms! Instructor: Elaine Jones, USTA/AAU Certified Judge & Teacher In this new program girls will learn the art of baton twirling and pompoms. For class participants should wear stretch pants or shorts with a t-shirt and gym or jazz shoes. Long hair must be pulled back. The children will have the opportunity to be a part of a competition which is March 31st. The fee includes 8 lessons, baton, outfit, and fee for one contest. Shoes to match & tights must be purchased by the parents closer to performance date. Ages: 6 and up. Community Center A W Jan. 31-Mar. 21 6:30-7:30pm $95/$100 Register Online at 17

2 Taekwondo Instructor: KH Kim Taekwondo Staff Location: Hinsdale Park District KLM Lodge, 5901 S. County Line Rd. Taekwondo, one of the newest Olympic sports, is a 2000-year-old martial art, offering a variety of benefits for people of all ages and physical abilities.students improve concentration and self-esteem, achieve lifelong physical fitness, and learn self-defense skills. Classes are taught under the direction of G.Master Ki Hong Kim* (9th Dan Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Headquarters). A $45.00 uniform fee is required at the first class. Belt testing is offered through The KH Kim Taekwondo at an additional fee and is held twice a year. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gears. Little Dragons Ages: 4-5 (Beginners/White belts) This introductory class is designed to captivate the interest of our youngest Taekwondo students. Skills are developed through gentle instruction and appropriate games for their ability. Class focuses on developing balance, coordination, and respect A W Jan. 3-Mar. 21 4:00-4:40pm $132/$ B W Apr. 4-June 6 4:00-4:40pm $110/$120 Little Dragons II Ages: 4-5 (Yellow belts & higher) This intermediate class continues to captivate the interest of our youngest students, but builds upon the skills acquired in the earlier class. The focus is maintained in developing balance, coordination, and respect for the discipline of martial arts training C W Jan. 3-Mar. 21 4:45-5:25pm $132/$ D W Apr. 4-June 6 4:45-5:25pm $110/$120 Early Taekwondo Ages: 6-7 (All belt levels) Designed especially for the younger children of 6-7 years, this program develops conditioning, coordination, listening skills, and self-confidence through creative activities E W Jan. 3-Mar. 21 5:30-6:15pm $132/$ F W Apr. 4-June 6 5:30-6:15pm $110/$120 Youth Taekwondo Ages: 8-13 (All belt levels) This program includes a balanced cardiovascular workout, including punching, kicking, and blocking skills, using Taekwondo tradition and self-control. Participants will improve coordination, power of concentration, balance, and both physical and mental discipline G W Jan. 3-Mar. 21 6:20-7:05pm $132/$ H W Apr. 4-June 6 6:20-7:05pm $110/$120 Parent/Child Taekwondo Ages: 7 & up (All belts) This class provides families with a fun opportunity to spend time together while improving physical and mental conditioning through cardiovascular drills, calisthenics, and traditional Taekwondo techniques including punching, kicking, and blocking I W Jan. 3-Mar. 21 7:10-8:00pm $132/$144 per person J W Apr. 4-June 6 7:10-8:00pm $110/$120 per person Teen & Adult Taekwondo Ages: 14 & up (All belt levels) Restricted to high school students & older, this program concentrates on Taekwondo techniques through the study of forms, stances, and the skills of punching, kicking, and blocking. This is a great program for those looking to maintain and improve their physical fitness A W Jan. 3-Mar. 21 7:10-8:00pm $132/$ B W Apr. 4-June 6 7:10-8:00pm $110/$ Registration Begins December 6

3 Karate Instructor: Staff from Illinois Shotokan Karate Clubs Location: Mondays: Woodridge Park District, 2600 Center Drive, Tuesdays: Darien Park District Community Center, 7301 Fairview Ave. Fridays: Burr Ridge Community Center, 15w400 Harvester Dr., Illinois Shotokan Karate Club is Chicagoland s premier karate school taught under the instruction of John DiPasquale, a four-time National Champion, US National Coach and President of the US National Karate Federation. In addition to self-defense skills, karate increases flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscle tone, while improving core strength. Parent/Child classes are a great way to spend quality time with your child, while conditioning muscles, developing coordination and improving cardiovascular fitness. Uniforms and Belt-Testing are options available through the ISKC instructor. Please note that the Youth, Parent/Child and Adult classes may train together. Beginner students will not be permitted to register into the current session after the second class has met. Registration for continuers through advanced students will be accepted after the start date, but the full class fee is required. Please visit for more information or call us at 847/ Pre-Karate Ages 4-7 Code # Day Dates Time R/NR Fee A Beginner Mondays Jan. 8-Mar. 26 4:00-4:45pm $126/$ B Continuer Mondays Jan. 8-Mar. 26 4:50-5:35pm $126/$ C Beginner/Continuer Tuesdays Jan. 9-Mar. 20 4:00-4:45pm $116/$ D Inter/Adv. (3 or more sessions) Tuesdays Jan. 9-Mar. 20 4:50-5:35pm $116/$ E Beginner./Continuer Fridays Jan. 5-Mar. 23 4:00-4:45pm $126/$ F Int/Adv. (2 or more sessions) Fridays Jan. 5-Mar. 23 4:50-5:35pm $126/$ G Beginner Mondays Apr. 9-June 11* 4:00-4:45pm $95/$ H Continuer Mondays Apr. 9-June 11* 4:50-5:35pm $95/$ I Beginner./Continuer Tuesdays Apr. 3-June 5 4:00-4:45pm $105/$ J Inter/Adv. (3 or more sessions) Tuesdays Apr. 3-June 5 4:50-5:35pm $105/$ K Beginner./Continuer Fridays Apr. 6-June 8 4:00-4:45pm $105/$ L Int/Adv. (2 or more sessions) Fridays Apr. 6-June 8 4:50-5:35pm $105/$125 *No class 5/28 Youth Karate Ages 8-14 Code # Day Dates Time R/NR Fee A Beg/Cont. (white-yellow belts) Mondays Jan. 8-Mar. 26 5:40-6:40pm $126/$ B Int/Adv. (blue-black belts) Mondays Jan. 8-Mar. 26 6:45-7:45pm $126/$ C Beg/Cont. (white-yellow belts) Tuesdays Jan. 9-Mar. 20 5:40-6:35pm $116/$ D Intermediate (blue-green belts) Tuesdays Jan. 9-Mar. 20 6:40-7:35pm $116/$ E Advanced (purple-black belts) Tuesdays Jan. 9-Mar. 20 7:40-8:35pm $116/$ F Beg/Cont. (white-orange belts) Fridays Jan. 5-Mar. 23 5:40-6:35pm $126/$ G Intermediate (yellow-green belts) Fridays Jan. 5-Mar. 23 6:40-7:35pm $126/$ H Advanced (purple & up/inst. Perm) Fridays Jan. 5-Mar. 23 7:40-8:35pm $126/$ I Beg/Cont. (white-yellow belts) Mondays Apr. 9-June 11* 5:40-6:40pm $95/$ J Int/Adv. (blue-black belts) Mondays Apr. 9-June 11* 6:45-7:45pm $95/$ K Beg/Cont. (white-yellow belts) Tuesdays Apr. 3-June 5 5:40-6:35pm $105/$ L Intermediate (blue-green belts) Tuesdays Apr. 3-June5 6:40-7:35pm $105/$ M Advanced (purple-black belts) Tuesdays Apr. 3-June 5 7:40-8:35pm $105/$ N Beg/Cont. (white-orange belts) Fridays Apr. 6-June 8 5:40-6:35pm $105/$ O Intermediate (yellow-green belts) Fridays Apr. 6-June 8 6:40-7:35pm $105/$ P Advanced (purple & up/inst. Perm) Fridays Apr. 6-June 8 7:40-8:35pm $105/$125 *No class 5/28 Parent/Child Ages 8 & up Code # Day Dates Time R/NR Fee A Beg/Cont. (white-yellow belts) Tuesdays Jan. 9-Mar. 20 5:40-6:35pm $116/$136 per person B Beg/Cont. (white-yellow belts) Tuesdays Apr. 3-June 5 5:40-6:35pm $105/$125 per person Register Online at 19

4 White Sox Fundamentals Club Our Fundamentals Club is the next step in our Youth Path and teaches the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, and throwing by incorporating more advanced techniques and position specific drills. Our instructors are committed to taking your child s game to the next level and putting them in the best position for success. Ages: A Th Jan :00-6:00pm $100/$105 White Sox Baseball Camps Instructors: Collegiate Coaches & ex-pro players Location: Bulls/Sox Academy, 6200 River Bend Dr., Lisle If you want to be the best, you ve got to train with the best! For over 17 years, more than 50,000 youth baseball players have attended our camps. Our student-to-instructor ratio of 10:1 or less assures every player of getting the attention they deserve. Little Sluggers White Sox Little Sluggers camp allows players to work on fundamentals of baseball, throwing, hitting and fielding while having FUN! Open to both boys and girls! Ages: A Sa Jan :00-10:00am $69/$ B Sa Feb. 24-Mar.17 9:00-10:00am $69/$74 Hitting Club This club will give each participant a foundation to become a better hitter. The club will focus on plate coverage and stance, striding into a hitting position, swing plane/hand path, footwork and balance. Ages: A F Jan :30-6:30pm $100/$ B W Feb. 28-Mar. 21 6:00-7:00pm $100/$105 Age: C F Jan :30-6:30pm $100/$105 Pitching Club If you are a pitcher looking to throw harder with better control and keep your skills sharp during the season, then you ll want to take advantage of this Pitching Club. Each session will build on the previous class in order to teach the basic fundamentals of pitching as well as throwing. Ages: A F Jan :30-7:30pm $100/$ B Tu Feb. 27-Mar. 20 7:00-8:00pm $100/$105 Ages: C F Jan :30-7:30pm $100/$105 Bulls FUNdamentals Camp Have fun and improve your game! This FUNdamentals basketball camp for boys and girls teaches the latest techniques in ball handling, passing, shooting, footwork, rebounding and offensive and defensive team play. This is the camp every young player should start with to build strong fundamental skills. Ages: A Tu Mar :00-6:00pm $88/$93 Ages: B Tu Mar :00-6:30pm $124/$129 Bulls Shooting Camp During each session of Shooting Camp, all players will be taught the necessary skills to become a better and more effective shooter. Players will learn the quick, accurate release that will make you the go to shooter. Bulls/Sox Academy coaches will teach the basic shooting principals; balance, elbow, eyes, and follow through. Ages: A Tu Feb :00-6:00pm $88/$93 Ages: B Th Feb.8-Mar. 1 5:00-6:30pm $124/$129 Ages: C Th Feb. 8-Mar. 1 5:00-6:30pm $124/$129 Bulls Ball Handling Camp Ball Handling camp is designed to teach players to handle the basketball with control and confidence. Players learn ball handling and dribbling techniques such as crossover, between the legs, behind the back and reverse pivot. This camp will equip every player with the tools he or she must have to shake a defender. Ages: A Tu Jan :00-6:00pm $88/$93 Ages: B Tu Jan :00-6:00pm $124/$129 Ages: C Tu Jan :00-6:00pm $124/$ Registration Begins December 6

5 Learn to Play I Ages: 4-12 For the NOVICE Skater: the student in this class is a Novice Skater. His/Hers skating abilities do not have to be exceptional, but they must be able to stand with balance and perform Push & Glide Strides across the ice at a consistent rate. Class Instruction includes: the development of proper balance and stopping, the basics of backward skating and some puck control. A number of competition drills verses other students will be introduced to help enhance student s competitive skills. Cross ice games will be used to help promote skill development. Equipment Requirements: USA Hockey approved helmet & face mask, hockey stick, shoulder pads, hockey pants, protective gloves, elbow pads, knee/shin pads, hockey skates and neck guard A Su Jan. 28-Mar. 11* 9:50-10:40am $145/$ B Su Mar. 18-May 6** 9:50-10:40am $145/$155 *No class 2/18 **No class 4/1, 4/22 Learn to Play II Ages: 4-10 For the INTERMEDIATE Skater: students in this class must have the skating ability to confidently perform Right & Left turns, Snowplow stops, and almost go from a forward to backward skating stride. Class Instruction includes: the further development of puck control, passing, shooting, and scoring. Skating skills for performing forward to backward pivots and lateral crossovers at quick speed are taught and developed. Skaters will be introduced to game like situations, through scrimmages and games. In addition: students in Learn to Play II can now participate in Drills for Skills & Power Skate. Equipment Requirements: USA Hockey approved helmet & face mask, hockey stick, shoulder pads, hockey pants, protective gloves, elbow pads, knee/shin pads, hockey skates and neck guard A Su Jan. 28-Mar. 11* 8:00-8:50am $145/$ B Su Mar. 18-May 6** 8:00-8:50am $145/$155 *No class 2/18 **No class 4/1, 4/22 Drills for Skills Ages: 14 & younger The Drills for Skills clinics are designed for both the aspiring House and Travel player. The clinics are high intensity one hour long practices, designed to develop and maintain the skills of the player. High repetition of all drills allows instructors to recognize the needs of each player and provide personalized direction for their further development. The Re-enforcement of Skating, Stick-handling, Passing, Shooting, Checking, and Game skills are continuously taught in these clinics. Equipment Requirements: USA Hockey approved helmet & face mask, hockey stick, shoulder pads, hockey pants, protective gloves, elbow pads, knee/shin pads, hockey skates and neck guard A F Jan. 26-Mar. 9** 4:30-5:30pm $165/$ B F Mar. 16-May 4** 4:30-5:30pm $165/$180 *No class 2/16 **No class 3/30, 4/20 22 Registration Hockey Registration Begins December Open Now! 6

6 Darien Hockey League Mites: Advanced level players - 8 yrs. old & younger Squirts: Level 9+ yrs. old Player (9 to 10 yrs. old) PeeWees: Level 11+Player (11 to 12 yrs. old) Bantams: Level 12+ yrs. old Player (12 to 14 yrs. old) Girls Team: All levels Darien Hockey League is for those players that are ready for team play. These players are drafted on Darien Hockey League teams which play against one another once a week throughout the session. This league is designed to further educate the player with the rules, positioning, and game strategies needed in hockey to become a competitive but fun player. This is also the developing stages for parent coaches to further their interests in coaching. The parent coaches will be guided by Chicago Hawks coaches towards leaning techniques and strategies needed to develop their coaching principles. Players who sign up for the league will participate on Saturday and Sunday. Teams will be on a rotating schedule for Saturday morning practices and Sunday games. The Basic Rules of hockey are taught at this level. Equipment Requirements: HECC approved helmet with an expiration date on the sticker, USA Hockey approved face mask, hockey stick, shoulder pads, hockey pants, protective gloves, elbow pads, knee/shin pads, hockey skates and neck guard. USA Hockey Registration: All players must register online with USA Hockey. All coaches, assistant coaches and bench helpers must register online with USA Hockey. Team Replacement: If you want your child to be placed on a team with certain players, please Rob Newburg at RNewburg@chicagohawks.com. We cannot guarantee your request, but we will try our best. More Questions: please Rob at RNewburg@chicagohawks.com Code # Level Day Date R/NR Fee A Mites Sa. & Su. Jan. 27-May 20* $650/$ B Squirts Sa. & Su. Jan. 27-May 20* $650/$ C PeeWees Sa. & Su. Jan. 27-May 20* $650/$ D Bantams Sa. & Su. Jan. 27-May 20* $650/$ E Girls Team Sa. & Su. Jan. 27-May 20* $650/$715 Note: 1. *Session between January 27 - May games and 8 practices guaranteed 3. Goalie fee: $360 Darien Hockey League Evaluations: Participation is required on both dates! Saturday, 1/20/18 Mites: 8:00am-8:50am Squirts: 9:00am-9:50am PeeWees: 10:00am-10:50am Bantams: 11:00am-11:50am Girls Team: 11:00am-11:50am Sunday, 1/21/18 Mites: 7:00am-7:50am Squirts: 8:00am-8:50am PeeWees: 9:00am-9:50am Bantams: 10:00am-10:50am Girls Team: 10:00am-10:50am Parents Meetings: A mandatory parents meeting will be held on Sunday, Jan. 21 as follows: Mites: 7:10am Squirts: 8:10am PeeWees: 9:10am Bantams & Girls Team: 10:10am Register Online at 23

7 Sportsplex Skate School Location: Darien Sportsplex, 451 Plainfield Road Instructor: Skate School Staff Note: Skate rental is available for $2 each class. Please remember to wear comfortable warm clothing and gloves. Tots Skating Ages 3-4 Skate School Tots Skating is a great way for your child to learn the fundamentals of ice skating through this introductory class. They will learn the basic skills of skating taught to them through different techniques with fun and games. Skate School for 5 or Older Skate school classes is a great way for your child to learn the fundamentals of ice skating. The Darien Sportsplex Skate School is an ISI program that offers a variety of Ice Skating classes for ALL ages and abilities. Skaters will receive an evaluation at the end of the session. Once a level is passed they will be placed into the next level. Pre-Alpha I Skating: No prior class experience required. This class teaches basic forward and backward skills to those who have never taken skating lessons. Pre-Alpha II Skating: Must have passed Pre-Alpha I. This class continues basic forward and backward skills in preparation for Alpha level. Alpha Skating: Must have passed Pre-Alpha II test. Class builds on Pre-Alpha skills, introduces forward stroking, crossovers and stops. Beta Skating: Must have passed Alpha test. Covers back stroking, back crossovers and t-stops. Gamma Skating: Must have passed Beta test. More advanced skills such as outside 3-turns, mohawk and hockey stops. Delta Skating: Must have passed Gamma test. Inside 3-turns, outside and inside edges, lunges and bunny hops. Freestyle Levels 1-10: Advanced Skaters. Edge/Power Skating: Gamma & above levels. Students will work on power and glide by concentrating on the fundamentals from efficient use of edges to generate speed. Winter Session Registration Deadline: January 2 *No class 2/15, 2/17 Tots Skating A Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 10:15-10:45am $120/$ B Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 4:50-5:20pm $120/$ C Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 5:50-6:20pm $120/$ D Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 9:10-9:40am $120/$ E Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 10:00-10:30am $120/$ F Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 10:50-11:20am $120/$130 Pre-Alpha I Pre-Alpha II Alpha Beta Gamma Delta Day Date Time R/NR Fee A A A A x x Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 10:15-10:55am $125/$ B B B B A A Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 4:50-5:30pm $125/$ C C C C B B Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 5:50-6:30pm $125/$ D D D D C C Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 9:10-9:50am $125/$ E E E E D D Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 10:00-10:40am $125/$ F F F F E E Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 10:50-11:30am $125/$140 Freestyle Levels 1-10 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5-10 Day Date Time R/NR Fee A A A A A Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 3:50-4:30pm $140/$ B B B B B Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 8:20-9:00am $140/$150 Edge/Power Skating Code# Day Date Time R/NR Fee A Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 3:30-3:50pm $70/$ B Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 8:00-8:20am $70/$75 24 Registration Skate School Begins Registration December Open 6 Now!

8 Darien Park District Super Rec Soccer Leagues Play Soccer Year Round at the Darien Park District! Learn Soccer From Professional Trainers! Come join the only option for a quality recreational soccer program in Darien! The Darien Park District and Eclipse Select Soccer Club have put together a tremendous, year round, recreational youth soccer program that your child will love. By signing up with us your child will receive training sessions and small sided soccer games. Small sided soccer games will decrease the numbers on the field and, enhance the game quality and experience for all participants. Your player will learn better ball control, balance, agility, and decision making skills while in our 8-week program. All teams will require a parent volunteer coach who will need to be present at all trainings and games. Practices will be run by Eclipse coaches who will guide volunteer coaches towards learning the techniques needed to develop their coaching skills. At the start of the session players will be placed on teams that train once a week; Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. The day of practice will be based on which division and team your child is placed on and will be decided by the SRL staff. Included in the fee is a SRL t-shirt to wear throughout the session. Winter 2018 Indoor Session Location - Fieldhouse at the Darien Sportsplex Participants will practice on 1 of the 3 days, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday for one hour - time will be between 5:00pm-9:00pm Sunday Game Times: 8:00am-5:00pm Registration deadline: January 21 Code # Age Day Date R/NR Fee A Pre-K W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ B K W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ C 1st Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ D 2nd Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ E 3rd Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ F 4th Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ G 5th Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ H 6th Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ I 7th Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$ J 8th Grade W/Th/F & Su Jan. 31-Mar. 25 $195/$205 Registration Open Now! Spring 2018 Outdoor Session Location - Westwood Park (75th and Fairview Avenue) Participants will practice on 1 of the 3 days, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday for one hour - time will be between 5:00pm-9:00pm Sunday Game Times: 8:00am-5:00pm *No games May 13 Registration deadline: March 25 Code # Age Day Date R/NR Fee A Pre-K W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ B K W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ C 1st Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ D 2nd Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ E 3rd Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ F 4th Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ G 5th Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ H 6th Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ I 7th Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ J 8th Grade W/Th/F & Su Apr. 4-June 3* $130/$ Registration Soccer Registration Begins December Open Now! 6

9 Teen Programs Darien Dash Running Club is Back! We will be training together starting in mid-april for the Darien Dash 5k race taking place in May. Look for more info in our summer brochure coming out end of March. Contact Laura with any questions at x127, or Teen Job Fair What are you going to do this summer? Need some extra cash? The summer job search starts now! On Friday, February 23rd, all job seekers, ages 15-22, are invited to the Westmont Park District to meet with local park district s that will have representatives available to tell you about their employment opportunities. Fill out an application on site, or take it home with you. Come prepared to ask and answer questions. You can also register for our interview/application training class to gain valuable knowledge on how to prepare an effective application or resume. Find out the most common mistakes teens are making during the job search and interview process. Learn how social media sites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram are used by employers to find out about you before you get an interview. Remember, you never get a second chance to make a first impression! There is a fee for the training class, but the job fair is free. Districts that will be present at the job fair include Lisle, Downers Grove, Bolingbrook, Westmont, Oakbrook Terrace, Clarendon Hills, Darien and Woodridge. Ages: Westmont Park District, 75 E. Richmond A F Feb. 23 5:30-7:00pm - Class $10/$15 7:00-8:00pm - Job Fair Private Softball Lessons Trainer: Laura Tanouye These lessons are perfect for any girl looking to improve their softball skills! All lessons are one hour and are individualized towards your ability. Lessons can focus entirely on hitting, pitching, or defense, or can be a combination of all three. Players must bring their own glove and bat. Trainer Tanouye is a former NCAA Player, MIAA All-Area Player, ACE certified ASA Softball Coach and an ACE Certified Personal Trainer. To schedule a lesson call Laura at x127. Ages: Girls Community Center 5 Sessions $100 (R)/$110 (NR) 10 Sessions $180 (R)/$190 (NR) Youth Personal Training Trainer: Laura Tanouye Whether you are looking to gain strength, build endurance, lose weight, or stay in shape during your off season, come utilize our youth personal training program. Individualized and comprehensive workouts will be designed by a certified personal trainer to meet your exact needs. Contact Laura with any questions or to set up a schedule a session at x127 or at ltanouye@darienparks.com. Ages: Community Center. 5 Sessions $100 (R)/$110 (NR) 10 Sessions $180 (R)/$190 (NR) Alpine Valley Ski Trip Alpine Valley features over 90 skiable acres with impeccably groomed snow. Featuring over 20 runs for beginner to advanced, plus 3 terrain parks, there s something for everyone. Their three high-speed quad chair lifts means less time in lines and more time on the snow! Trip includes lift ticket, helmet and transportation. Trip departs from Westmont Park District. A signed waiver must be completed and turned in the day of the trip. Please bring additional money for lunch and locker if needed. Ages: Departure: Westmont Park District, 75 E. Richmond. Registration deadline: January A M Jan. 15 8am-5:30pm $85/$95 $110/$120 w/ rental & lesson Register Online at 41

10 Special Interest Horseback Riding Lessons Staff will teach riders to ride for pleasure or for show. All riders must sign a release waiver and wear a safety helmet. Helmets are available for $1.00 per ride. All lessons are fully supervised BUT riders are reminded that all riding is done at their own risk. Call to find out the intermediate and advanced class schedule. For more information, please go to Ages: 7 & up. New Traditions Riding Academy, LLC S. Kean, Palos Hills, Beginner Five 1 hour lessons $180(R)/$190(NR) Ten 1 hour lessons $300(R)/$310(NR) Intermediate Five 1 hour lessons $210(R)/$220(NR) Children s Beginner Classes Wednesdays: 4:30pm Fridays: 6:00pm Saturdays: 2:30pm Sundays: 12:15pm Adult Beginner Classes Fridays: 6:00pm Saturdays: 2:30pm Sundays: 12:15pm Children s Intermediate Classes Wednesdays: 5:30pm Saturdays: 1:30pm Sundays: 1:30pm Adult Intermediate Classes Wednesdays: 8:00pm Sundays: 10:00am Spring Clothing Resale! Saturday, March 17, 9am-2pm at Lace School, 7414 S. Cass Ave., Darien Spring/summer boys and girls (infant-size 16) clothing, uniforms, swim wear/accessories, spring/summer outerwear, maternity, shoes/sandals (no gym shoes), athletic shoes/apparel, baby/child equipment and outdoor play items are accepted to be sold (no car seats, bathing or toileting equipment). All items must be in good condition. Seller registrations will be at our Darien Woman s Club Monthly meetings: February 7 and March 7 from 6:30-8pm. At the Park District: Seller registration will be February 24 from 9:00am-12pm and one additional date/time to be determined. (Sellers can send an if they wish to reserve their previous number) Registration Fee: $7.00 (150 tags included; additional tags, hangers and pins available for sale) Clothing drop-off: Friday, March 16, 5pm-7pm at Lace School, 7414 S. Cass Ave., Darien Resale: Saturday, March 17, 9am-2pm Seller percentage 65%; DWC percentage 35% to fund community service and fine arts scholarships for area students Cash or Credit Cards are accepted; some items go half-price at 12:00pm Children are NOT allowed on the selling floor until after 12:00pm; no strollers allowed at all. Questions: call or text Joanna at or Debbie at Visit for information or to download registration forms/procedures resale@darienwomansclub.org Register Online at 51

11 Adult Sports Karate Instructor: Staff from Illinois Shotokan Karate Club Location: Mondays: Woodridge Park District, 2600 Center Dr. Tuesdays: Darien Park District Community Center Fridays: Burr Ridge Community Center, 15W400 Harvester Dr. Illinois Shotokan Karate Club is Chicagoland s premier karate school taught under the instruction of John DiPasquale, a four-time National Champion, US National Coach and President of the US National Karate Federation. Our Adult classes release tension, develop total body fitness and build stamina and overall productivity! In addition to self-defense skills, karate increases flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscle tone, while improving core strength. Uniforms and Belt-Testing are options available through the ISKC instructor. Please note that the Youth, Parent/Child and Adult classes may train together. Beginner students will not be permitted to register into the current session after the second class has met. Registration for continuers through advanced students will be accepted after the start date, but the full class fee is required. Please visit for more information or call us at Ages: 15 & up. *No class 5/28 Beginner/Novice (White-Blue Belt) A M Jan. 8-Mar. 26 7:45-8:45pm $126/$ B M Apr. 9-June 11* 7:45-8:45pm $95/$115 Intermediate (Green-Black Belt) C M Jan. 8-Mar. 26 7:45-9:15pm $156/$ D M Apr. 9-June 11* 7:45-9:15pm $117/$137 Beginner/Continuer (White-Yellow Belt) E Tu Jan. 9-Mar. 20 8:35-9:30pm $116/$ F Tu Apr. 3-June 5 8:35-9:30pm $105/$125 Intermediate/Advanced (Blue belt & up) G Tu Jan. 9-Mar. 20 8:35-9:45pm $132/$ H Tu Apr. 3-June 5 8:35-9:45pm $120/$140 Beginner/Intermediate (White-Purple Belt) I F Jan. 5-Mar. 23 8:40-9:40pm $126/$ J F Apr. 6-June 8 8:40-9:40pm $105$125 Advanced (Brown-Black Belt) Code # Day Date Time N/NR Fee K F Jan. 5-Mar. 23 8:40-10:00pm $144/$ L F Apr. 6-June 8 8:40-10:00pm $120/$140 Taekwondo Instructor: KH Kim Taekwondo Staff Taekwondo, one of the newest Olympic sports, is a 2000-year-old martial art, offering a variety of benefits for people of all ages and physical abilities. Students have the opportunity to improve concentration and self esteem, achieve lifelong physical fitness, and learn self-defense skills. Classes are taught under the direction of G.Master Ki Hong Kim* (8th Dan World Taekwondo Federation.) A $45.00 uniform fee is required at the first class. Belt testing is offered through The KH Kim Taekwondo at an additional fee and is held twice a year. All colored belt students are required to have complete sparring gears. This program concentrates on Taekwondo techniques through the study of forms, stances, and the skills of punching, kicking, and blocking. This is a great program for those looking to maintain and improve their physical fitness. Age: 14 & up (All Belts). Hinsdale Park District KLM Lodge, 5901 S. County Line Rd A W Jan. 3-Mar. 21 7:10-8:00pm $132/$ B W Apr. 4-June 6 7:10-8:00pm $110/$120 Adult Sand Volleyball Leagues Look for info on our sand volleyball league in our summer brochure! League runs from May until early August. RAT Hockey Hours Must be 18 years or older to participate in the programs. Full hockey equipment is required. Monday - Friday: 11:20am-12:50pm Cost: $9(R)/$10(NR), Goalies play free 10 Session Punch Card: $80(R)/$90(NR) Dates and Times subject to change without notice. Please call to verify dates and times. Visit for monthly schedule. 52 Registration Begins December 6

12 Adult Sports Skate School for Adults Instructor: Skate School Staff Looking for a way to have fun and get some great exercise? Skate school for Adults is a perfect way to learn the basic fundamentals of ice skating. Those with previous experience can be taught new exciting skills. Adult classes are taught to meet your individual needs. Please remember to wear comfortable warm clothing and gloves. If you don t have skates, Skate Rental is available for $2 each class. Ages: 13 & up. Darien Sportsplex, 451 Plainfield Road. Open Pickleball Pickle ball is a fun and simple game that is played on a badminton sized court with paddles and a wiffle ball. Come to the Darien Park District and play this fun game with friends, family, and neighbors! Pick-up games are played with singles or doubles. There is no childcare available so please do not bring young children. Ages: 18 or up. Community Center. *No play 3/8 Day Date Time R/NR Fee Th Jan. 4-Apr. 26* 6:30-8:30pm $5 per week Adult Indoor Soccer Leagues Do you and your friends love soccer and are looking for a way to socialize, exercise and unwind from a long day at work? Our Adult soccer league is a great way to do just that. We offer two divisions of play so whether you are looking to play recreationally in our championship division or competitively in our premiership division we have a spot for you. All games will be played at the Darien Sportsplex located at 451 Plainfield Road. Games are 45 minutes, run time clock played on our 60yd x 30yd turf field. Cleats are allowed and shin guards are required. Team registration forms can be found online at or at the Sportsplex Frontdesk. Ages: 18 & up. Darien Sportsplex. Winter 2018 Championship League Registration Deadline: December 29 Code # Day Date Team Fee A Su & M Jan. 7-Mar. 19 $600 Winter Session Registration Deadline: January 2 *No Class 2/15, 2/ A Th Jan. 4-Mar. 1* 5:50-6:30pm $140/$ B Sa Jan. 6-Mar. 3* 10:50-11:30am $140/$150 Spring Session Registration Deadline: March 5 *No Class 3/29, 3/31, 4/19, 4/ A Th Mar. 8-May 10* 5:50-6:30pm $140/$ B Sa Mar. 10-May 12* 10:50-11:30am $140/$150 Book Exchange Nothing to read at home? Why not use the Darien Park District book exchange. Just bring in any book that you would like to share (no textbooks please) and exchange it for any book of your choice. When you are finished reading the book bring it back for another! Holiday Maker Faire Saturday, December 2, Noon- 3pm The library s Holiday Maker Faire returns! Satisfy that holiday DIY craving with homemade ornaments, 3D printing, and more. Go to for event details and to register for special programs. Visit our website, ippl.info for more information 401 Plainfield Road, Darien, IL Phone: (630) Register Online at 53