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NEW FACILITY RENTALS
The Recreation and Parks Department has a variety of locations for you to host your next gathering.
From gym rentals to parties, we have you covered! Click here for more information.
Call us at (708)748-2005 to book your next event.

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Please Note: RECREATION CENTER-*215 Wilson Street - Beginning the week of July 23, 2012 there will be changes to the entry/exit point of the Park Forest Recreation Center located at Forest Trail Middle School. Please make a note of the following changes as we apologize for the sudden change.

1. During construction, Recreation program participants will enter off of Wilson Street.

2. The new address for the Recreation Center is 215 Wilson Street.

3. Please enter the building through Door #3 (blue flag).

4. Parking is available on the west side of Wilson Street and in the North parking lot.

WINTER/SPRING 2013 BROCHURE

NEW PF PRIDE TRAVEL BASKETBALL
This travel program is designed for parents and players (Boys and Girls, Grades 3rd-12th) who are looking for a more competitive basketball experience. Teams and players will participate in various tournaments and leagues throughout the spring and summer (tournament locations vary). A series of tryouts will be held throughout January and February. For more information contact Kevin Adams at (708)748-2005.

ELITE SKILLS ACADEMY SPRING BALL CLINICS
Elite Skills Academy is a fundamental basketball skill development program that is intended to advance your young athletes’ basketball knowledge and overall skill development through a repetition of drills ranging from ball-handling, speed, agility and shooting. Program is for athletes ages 6-13 and is led by Brian Harris of Fit 4 Life Athletics.

“Lil” Stars Camp
Ages 6-8 $55 4 weeks
Recreation Center, Large Gym
133090-2 Tu 6-7:15 pm May 7-May 28

Young Stars Camp
Ages 9-13  $55 4 weeks
Recreation Center, Large Gym
133080-2 Tu 7:30-9 pm May 7-May 28

KARATE (YOUTH & ADULT)
Wado Ki Karate places an emphasis on proper attitude, discipline, self-confidence, coordination and flexibility. Students are separated after stretching according to their rank and age. Uniforms and rank certification are available from the instructor for an additional fee. This year-round program is designed to take students all the way to black belt. Classes are instructed by certified black belts and are led by Masters Roger and Dottie Jerome.

Little Dragons Ages 4-6  $44 8 weeks (No class May 6 & May 27)
Recreation Center, Large Gym
130040-2 M 5:45-6:30 pm   Apr 15-June 17

Karate Ages 6 & Older $44 8 weeks (No class May 6 & May 27)
Recreation Center, Large Gym
132040-2 M 5:45-6:30 pm Apr 15-June 17

ADULT SUMMER 2013 SOFTBALL LEAGUES
An organizational meeting for the 2013 adult summer softball leagues for Monday Men’s, Thursday Men’s and a new Sunday Co-Ed will be held at the Tennis and Health Club (Westwood & Sauk Trail) on Monday, March 18 at 6:30 p.m. Anyone interested is encouraged to attend. For further information, call Kevin Adams at (708)748-2005.

PF STRIKERS SPRING SOCCER
This recreational yet competitive program will serve as a great start for your young soccer star. Each week participants will meet two nights, with one practice consisting of skill building and the other being used for small sided competitive games. Competitive games may also be held on Saturdays. All participants will receive uniform and season end awards. Program is led by Terrence Dills. No class May 27.

Ages 4-6 $70 8 weeks
Forest Trail Soccer Field
133200-1 M & W 6-6:45 pm Apr 8-May 29

Ages 7-14 $70 8 weeks
Forest Trail Soccer Field
133200-2 M & W 6:45-7:45 pm Apr 8-May 29

NEW STRIKERS CLUB SOCCER
The PF Strikers Soccer program is now competing in Club Soccer! This new, competitive soccer program will allow for your child to compete against various youth across the state. Tryouts will be held in early May for youth 9-13, with games slated to start in early Fall. A parents meeting will be held on Saturday, April 27th at 10 am in Park Forest Village Hall (350 Victory Dr.) for those interested in participating.

NEW PF FLYERS TRACK CLUB
The PF Flyers Track program has now joined USATF! Youth ages 7-18 that have a desire to learn the skills necessary to compete in track at a competitive level will be trained in the basics of this great sport. Club members will compete at various track meets throughout the state throughout the season. This program will include training/competition in sprint and distance events. Anyone interested in joining this club should attend the parents meeting, Saturday April 6, 2013 at 10 am at Village Hall.

SUMMER 2013 BROCHURE

Strikers Club Soccer

233310-1 (8-10yrs)

233310-2 (11-13yrs)

$145

SUMMER TENNIS LESSONS
Register for Summer tennis lessons and Junior Excellence Camp at the Park Forest Recreation &
Parks Department. Contact (708)748-2005 for more information.

JUNIOR TENNIS LESSONS
In case of rain we will meet inside at the Park Forest Tennis & Health Club.

Jr. Beg. I  Ages 7-10  $60 Limit 20
Central Park Tennis Courts
255020-1     M, W, Th        9:30-10:30 am     June 10-20
255020-2     M, W, Th        9:30-10:30 am     July 29-Aug 8

Jr. Beg. II  Ages 11 & up $60 Limit 20
Central Park Tennis Courts
255020-3     M, W, Th        10:30-11:30 am     June 10-20
255020-4     M, W, Th        10:30-11:30 am     July 29-Aug 8

PARK FOREST JUNIOR EXCELLENCE CAMP
This camp is for the serious tournament or high school player who wishes to improve his/her game.
All Jr. Excellence participants will require placement by instructors. Please call Lee at (708)481-6060
to see which level to register for.

All classes will be taught under the direction of Lee Irvin, Tennis Professional at the Park Forest
Tennis & Health Club.

Adv. Beg./Intermediate Level
Grades: 6th & up  $90  Limit 12
Central Park Tennis Courts
255030-1    M,W,Th     12:30-2 pm     June 10-20
255030-2     M,W,Th     12:30-2 pm     July 29-Aug 8

Jr. Excellence (High School Level Players)
Grades: 8th & up  $90  Limit 12
Central Park Tennis Courts
255030-3     M,W,Th     2-3:30 pm     June 10-20
255030-4     M,W,Th     2-3:30 pm     July 29-Aug 8

Jr. Excellence (High School Level Players)
Grades: 8th & up  $145  Limit 8
Park Forest Tennis & Health Club
255030-5 W  6-7:30 pm June 5-July 31

Adult Tennis Lessons
Adult            $100                               Limit 8
Park Forest Tennis & Health Club
256010-1    M     Adult Beginner             9-10 am      June 3-July 29
256010-2    M     Adult Adv. Beginner    10-11 am     June 3-July 29
256010-3    Tu    Adult Beginner            6-7 pm         June 4-July 30
256010-4    Tu     Adult Adv. Beginner    7-8 pm         June 4-July 30

Park Forest High School Summer League
Program # 233300-1

KARATE (YOUTH & ADULT)
Wado Ki Karate places an emphasis on proper attitude, discipline, self-confidence, coordination
"and flexibility. Students are separated after stretching according to their rank and age. Uniforms
and rank certification are available from the instructor for an additional fee. This year-round program
is designed to take students all the way to black belt. Classes are instructed by certified black belts
and are led by Masters Roger and Dottie Jerome. No class on July 1, July 29, Aug. 26 and Sept. 2.

Little Dragons    Ages 4-6     $44     8 weeks
Recreation Center, Large Gym
230040-1 M   5:45-6:30 pm    June 24-Sept 9

Karate   Ages 6 & Older     $44     8 weeks
Recreation Center, Large Gym
232040-1 M 5:45-6:30 pm     June 24-Sept 9

ELITE SKILLS ACADEMY SUMMER BASETBALL CAMPS
This year Elite Skills Academy will have two skill specific camps for your young athlete to develop. Lock Down “D” Camp will focus on all the fundamentals necessary to become a better defender, while Shooting Stars Camp will focus on drills meant to increase their offensive prowess. Both camps incorporate extensive conditioning to complete the process.

LOCK DOWN “D” CAMP
Ages 6-8  $55 4 weeks
Recreation Center, Main Gym
233090-1   Sa   9-10:15 am          June 8-June 29

Ages 9-13 $55 4 weeks
Recreation Center, Main Gym
233090-2 Sa 10:30 am-12 pm June 8-June 29

SHOOTING STARS CAMP
Ages 6-8 $55 4 weeks
Recreation Center, Main Gym
233090-3 Sa 9-10:15 am July 13-Aug 3

Ages 9-13 $55 4 weeks
Recreation Center, Main Gym
233090-4   Sa   10:30 am-12 pm    July 13-Aug 3

LITTLE TYKE CHEER CAMP
The program is designed for youth grades 1st-6th who enjoy cheering and dancing. Participants will learn various cheers, jumps, stunts and dance routines. Possible event performances include The 4th of July Parade and Youth Day. All participants will receive a shirt. No class Sat. July 6.

Grades 1-6     $85       8 weeks
Recreation Center, Main Gym
230940-1 Sa 10:30 am-Noon June 15-Aug 10

WARRIOR ATHLETIC CLUB - PARK FOREST TRACK & FIELD
Warrior Athletic Club is proud to bring its outstanding youth track club to Park Forest!
Participants will have two nights of practice per week and will compete in track meets throughout
the summer at various Illinois locations. USATF Track & Field membership, uniform and track
meet registration fees are included in cost. Program is led by Chawn Wilson. No Practice July 4.
For more information contact Coach Wilson at (708)288-1220.

Ages 5-18  $220 11 weeks
Rich East High School Track
130740-1 Tu & Th   5:30-7:45 pm June 11-Aug 22

Nothing kills a good program quicker than waiting until the last minute to register!
Please sign up early or the program that you want may have to be cancelled.