Gouin Pool & Water Slides OPENING DAY: FRIDAY, MAY 25 CLOSING DAY: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 GET YOUR EARLY BIRD PASS! March 1 April 28: $32R Regular Season Pass: $39R / $50N If you visit the pool six times the pass has paid for itself! Above prices are for individuals 3 and up. Children 2 and under are admitted free of charge. Includes new picture ID with bar code identification. (Replacement pass $5 fee.) SEASON PASSES Come and cool off all summer long with a pool pass. Pass includes unlimited access to: Pools 232 ft. twister slide and 207 ft. slide Kiddie area with umbrella waterfall and new kiddie slide Special events hosted at Gouin and much more! NEW PASSES! YOUR CHOICE OF A KEY OR AN ID & FASTER PROCESER * Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 4-6 PM and Wednesday 7-8 PM the back pool and slide will be CLOSED due to swim lessons during that time. Children under 7 must be supervised by an adult in the water at all times! 16 VPD Program Guide Summer 2018 REGISTERING FOR A POOL PASS Stop by one of our registration offices and complete a registration form. At that time you will be asked to verify your address with a valid photo ID or 2 current utility bills showing your address and name. Season passes are non-refundable. Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th Ave., Melrose Park (708) 716-4822 Grant Park, 44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake (708) 343-5270 Gouin Pool, 2400 Scott St., Franklin Park (847) 451-9396 - during open season Daily Admission Special Pricing after 4 PM Ages 2 and under Free Ages 2 and under Free Ages 3-11 $6 Ages 3-11 $3 Ages 12 and up $7 Ages 12 and up $4
PRE-SEASON WEEKEND HOURS May 25 28, Jun 1 3 Fridays: 4-8 PM Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day:11 AM-6 PM POOL HOURS: REGULAR SEASON HOURS Jun 4 Aug 10 Mondays Fridays: 12-8 PM Saturdays and Sundays: 12-6 PM POST-SEASON WEEKEND HOURS Aug 11 12, 18 19, 25 26 & Sep 1 3 Saturdays, Sundays and Labor Day: 12-6 PM Pool may close earlier due to private parties. Towards the end of the season the hours may vary. For pool closings due to weather look to our Facebook page for reopening times. GOUIN POOL BIRTHDAY PARTIES Have an unforgettable birthday party at our pool. All you have to do is bring your guests for a splash in our pool. Reservations must be made two weeks in advance, so hurry and book your party. Birthday Package: $11 per person Includes pool entrance fee, two hours reserved area (party can stay at the pool after the two hours for no additional charge), food (choice of pizza or hot dog, both include chips and Kool-Aid). Deposit is required when reserving a date. POOL RENTAL FOR PRIVATE PARTIES Finish one of those hot summer days with a dip in our pool! Enjoy the pool with your friends and neighbors, scout troop, ball team or fellow company employees. Lifeguards available. Water slides, diving board and the kiddie pool are yours to enjoy. Pool may be rented on Saturday or Sunday evenings, 6:30-8:30 PM. Pool may be rented for one or two hours. Fee per hour: $175 R / $325 NR $100 deposit required when reserving date. Min/Max: 25/80 CONCESSION STAND A full service concession stand and patio with tables offers soft drinks, ice cream, candy, pizza, popcorn, nachos, pretzels, and hot dogs. New healthy items added to the menu! Concession Stand Hours 12-8 PM Monday Friday 12-6 PM Saturday Sunday Please Note: Patrons are not allowed to bring food/drinks into the complex. BATHHOUSE Large shower and locker rooms with pay (25 cents) lockers. All swimmers are required to shower prior to exiting onto the pool deck. HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE Gouin Pool has an accessible wheelchair lift. If you need special assistance, please see a manager. INCLEMENT WEATHER The pool will close for weather conditions such as lightning, tornadoes or if the temperature is below 72 degrees, or if there are less than 10 patrons in the facility for an hour. NO REFUNDS. (708) 343-5270 veteransparkdistrict.org 17
Gouin Pool Special Events JUNE 9 12-6 PM Splish Splash Bash FREE HOT DOGS, CHIPS AND DRINK FROM 4-5:30 PM (QUANTITIES ARE LIMITED) JULY 4 12-6 PM Stars &Stripes Party MUSIC AND FUN COME OUT FOR SOME BIRTHDAY CAKE AND CELEBRATE OUR NATION S BIRTHDAY FREE ADMISSION TO THE POOL FOR VETERANS Fun Summer Theme Days ASK OUR OFFICE STAFF FOR A VPD SUMMER FUN CALENDAR WITH DATES AND TIMES. MOTHER S DAY: Free admission to the pool for moms. CUBS DAY: Listen to the Cubs game over the Gouin Pool speaker. Wear Cubs gear. FATHER S DAY: Free admission to the pool for dads. WHITE SOX DAY: Listen to the White Sox game over the Gouin Pool speaker. Wear White Sox gear. SHARK WEEK: A JAW-some week of fun. GRANDPARENTS DAY: Free admission to the pool for the day for all grandparents. DECORATE THE DECK DAY: Come and decorate our pool deck. TRIVIA DAY: Questions will be asked throughout the day and winner will receive a small prize. JUNE 28 12-8 PM Fun in the Sun MUSIC AND FUN GAMES EXTENDED HOURS 6-8 PM 8 PM KIDS MOVIE STARTS ON THE GOUIN FIELD AUGUST 10 12-8 PM END OF SEASON Under the Sea POOL WATER PUNCH CONCESSION FOOD SPECIALS Kidz Cabana Kids can step out of the sun and under the tent to make crafts, play games, or listen to a story from the Franklin Park Library story tellers. Ask our office staff for a calendar. Gouin Pool Special Days DUCKY TUESDAYS Rubber ducks in the kiddie pool at noon. Pick a duck and see if your number matches the number drawn by the manager. If you are a winner, you will receive a prize. WISDOM WEDNESDAYS Throughout the days on Wednesdays we will be asking trivia questions over the loud speaker. Be the first one to come to the office and answer it correctly and receive a prize! TURTLE THURSDAYS Find Crush the Turtle who will be hidden somewhere around the pool, and win a cool treat! LUCKY CUSTOMER DAYS June 27 & July 26: The first 100 pass holders get a concession stand coupon. Every 30th paying customer gets one free admission that day! 18 VPD Program Guide Summer 2018
VPD Swim Academy Gouin Pool Swimming Sign up for veterans Park District Swim Academy! All classes are taught by Ellis Certified Lifeguards and Swim Instructors. This 6 level program will teach your child to develop their swimming skills and strokes. Each level will review and enhance the skills your child has already learned and introduce them to new strokes and techniques. Level 1 Water Exploration Focuses on supported front and back floating, beginning arm movements, an introduction of safety skills, supported kicking on front and back, fully submerging face and more. Level 2 Primary Skills Introduces unsupported floating with kicks, rhythmic breathing, freestyle, backstroke orientation, holding breath underwater and more. Level 3 Stroke Readiness Includes improving skill competency, deep-water work, including elementary backstroke, treading water, front and backstroke, front and back glide and more. Level 4 Stroke Development Provides a solid reinforcement of the foundation strokes. Breaststroke is introduced and sidestroke is reinforced. Intermediate survival skills and water safety are a focus for this level. Basic diving is introduced. Level 5 Stroke Refinement Includes a review of backstroke, breaststroke, and sidestroke. Butterfly and surface dives are introduced. More advanced survival skills and water safety are also included in this level. Level 6 Stroke Proficiency Flip turns and endurance training are the main objectives of this level. In addition, racing starts from the blocks will be introduced. This class is a good preparation for children interested in joining the swim team. LEVELS 1-6 Age Date Day Time Fee* Code # 6+ Jun 11-22 M Tu Th F 9:40-10:20A $55 243334 H1 6+ Jun 11-22 M Tu Th F 10:25-11:05A $55 243334 H 6+ Jun 11-22 M Tu Th F 4:35-5:15P $55 243334 H2 6+ Jun 11-22 M Tu Th F 5:20-6P $55 243334 H3 6+ Jul 2-13 M Tu Th F 9:40-10:20A $55 243334 I1 6+ Jul 2-13 M Tu Th F 10:25-11:05A $55 243334 I 6+ Jul 2-13 M Tu Th F 4:35-5:15P $55 243334 I2 6+ Jul 2-13 M Tu Th F 5:20-6P $55 243334 I3 6+ Jul 23-Aug 3 M Tu Th F 9:40-10:20A $55 243334 J1 6+ Jul 23-Aug 3 M Tu Th F 10:25-11:05A $55 243334 J 6+ Jul 23-Aug 3 M Tu Th F 4:35-5:15P $55 243334 J2 6+ Jul 23-Aug 3 M Tu Th F 5:20-6P $55 243334 J3 (708) 343-5270 veteransparkdistrict.org 19
Gouin Pool Aquatics Aquacize In this class, its pure isometric exercise which means your weight against the water. We use various water tools to assist in exercise. We will work our whole body doing a variety of interesting movements. Age Date Day Time Fee R/N Code # 16+ Jun 9-Jul 28 Sa 11A-12P $60/$70 #243334 E Instructor: Hilda Fabiani Adult Swimming Lessons Diaper Dippers Parent-Child Aquatics Splash, splash! Join us in this fun parent baby class! Learn how to be safe in the water with baby, play games, sing songs and begin to help your child learn to swim. This class will cover kicking, blowing bubbles, floating and other basic skills to introduce your child to swimming. 6-36 months Jun 6-27 W 10-10:40A $40 243334 A1 6-36 months Jun 6-27 W 10-50:11:30A $40 243334 A2 6-36 months Jul 11-Aug 1 W 10-10:40A $40 243334 A3 6-36 months Jul 11-Aug 1 W 10-50:11:30A $40 243334 A4 Min/Max: 3/8 Tot Swim Have fun while learning to kick, float, bob and glide in the water. This is a great way for your child to learn to be safe and comfortable in the water. Instructors work with a maximum of three children. 3-5 Jun 6-27 W 10-10:40A $40 243334 B1 3-5 Jun 6-27 W 10:50-11A $40 243334 B2 3-5 Jul 11-Aug 1 W 10-10:40A $40 243334 B3 3-5 Jul 11-Aug 1 W 10:50-11A $40 243334 B4 Min/Max: 12 children per session A birth certificate is required at the time of registration. Children must be at least 3 years of age by the start date of their session. These classes are for beginners as well as those looking to improve their swimming technique. Everything from floating to freestyle will be covered in this class! In addition to the basics learn front crawl, breaststroke, and backstroke. 18+ Jun 6-27 W 10-10:40A $40* 243334 F 18+ Jul 11-Aug 1 W 10-10:40A $40* 243334 F1 Min/Max: 5/20 *Per four-week session Individual/Private Swim Lessons Individual lessons provide one-on-one instruction for swimmers ages four to adult at any level. A participant may only sign up for one class of individual lessons per session. We cannot accommodate requests for specific instructors. Only one makeup lesson will be permitted per session. Makeups are not permitted for missed or forgotten lessons. Individual swim lessons may be conducted during regular open swim hours. 4-18 Jun 11-21 M Tu Th 9-9.30A $120 243334 K 4-18 Jun 11-21 M Tu Th 4-4:30P $120 243334 K1 4-18 Jul 2-12 M Tu Th 9-9.30A $120 243334 L 4-18 Jul 2-12 M Tu Th 4-4:30P $120 243334 L1 4-18 Jul 23 Aug 2 M Tu Th 9-9.30A $120 243334 M 4-18 Jul 23 Aug 2 M Tu Th 4-4:30P $120 243334 M AquaZumba Heat up the pool party! Jump into the Latin-inspired, easy to follow, calorie burning dance fitness party that makes working out a splash. Age Date Day Time Fee R/N Code # 16+ Jun 9-28 Sa 10-11A $60/$70 243334 G 20 VPD Program Guide Summer 2018