Summer Programs

PLAY CAMP

This program is designed to promote socialization through work and play with other children.

Non-Residents will be placed on a waiting list.

3, 4 & 5 Yr. olds.  Must be 3 before June 1.  Limit 22 students.  Medical and Birth Certificates required at Registration.  Must be toilet trained!  NO DIAPERS! NO PULL UPS!

Instructor:  Linda Patryn             Fee:  $180.00 each session

(No Camp Mon., and Tues., July 4 & 5)

Session begins Mon., June 13 and ends Thurs., July 21

Class “A”     Mondays & Wednesdays     Mornings  9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Class “B”     Tuesdays & Thursdays         Mornings  9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Aerial Gym Stars

NO REFUNDS 
 

AERIAL GYM STARS

GYMNASTICS FOR PRESCHOOLERS

Gymnastics is a wonderful and fun way for young children to experience the many varieties of physical activities.  Your little star will learn gymnastics positions, skills, and movements that will develop coordination, strength, balance, and self-confidence.  The staff of Gym Stars use safe, progressive, and positive teaching techniques appropriate for each age group. Attire:  Instructor suggests shorts and t-shirts without snaps, buttons or zippers for your safety.

 Session 1   June 7—June 30    Session 11  July 5—July 28
 

RISING STARS

3 – 4 Years of Age

Tuesdays 2:10 – 2:40 p.m. Fee $50.00

Are you looking for a fun and active class for your child?  Your star will learn basic tumbling, bars, beam, vaulting skills and movements associated with gymnastics at an appropriate lever for their age.  This class develops coordination, self-confidence, listening, strength, balance and body awareness.  Please note that children need to participate without parent assistance.

SHOOTING STARS

4 – 5 Years of Age

Tuesdays: 2:45 – 3:25 p.m.  Fee $50.00

Shooting Stars class will introduce the first time star to the sport and challenge of the returning stars to improve their skills.  This class will take each child to the next step up on tumbling, bars, beam and vault.  Fun and interesting challenges await your child in this class!

SCHOOL AGE GYMNASTICS

All Gym Stars classes are designed to help children raise their self-confidence by improving their physical, mental, and emotional abilities.  Your child will be taught in a progressive, safe and positive environment by professional coaches.  Our staff follows the USA Gymnastics safety guidelines and trained in proper skill progressions.  The instructor reserves the right to place students in the appropriate class for their best training.

BEGINNING GYMNASTICS

5 – 15 Years of Age

Tuesdays:  3:30 – 4:30 p.m. OR Thursdays: 3:40—4:40 p.m. Fee $50.00

Our staff will develop all basic skills of floor exercise, uneven bars, balance beam and vault.  This class will challenge each child at their own level from the first time student to those returning to achieve the challenge of that next progression.  No experience necessary.

INTERMEDIATE & ADVANCED GYMNASTICS

Tuesdays:  4:35 – 5:30 p.m. Fee  $50.00

This class will take the next step above the basic skills for your child.  A strong development of the basic skills is necessary for this class. Instructor approval required.

CHEERLEADER TUMBLING

Ages 8 & Up

 Thursdays: 4:45 – 5:30 p.m.     Fee:  $50.00

If cheerleading is your current or future desire, then this class will help you!  This class will provide the needed basics for flipping skills.  It is especially designed to move towards skills specific to cheerleading including flip-flops and above.

KIDS CERAMIC CAMP

Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. –11:00 a.m.    

June 7, 14, 21, & 28

(Dates subject to change)

Fee:  $45.00 for the entire camp

Fee includes:  An assortment of ceramic pieces to choose from with all supplies and firing included.

ELMWOOD PARK  PARKS & RECREATION

AYSO  SOCCER FALL LEAGUE

Season runs from

mid-August through the end of October for

4 to 14 year olds.  

 Fee:  $75.00 per child

Registration at the Parks & Recreation Center

       Sat, June 18  from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Registration at Elmwood Park High School 

Sun., June 26  from  12:00 p.m. to  3:00 p.m.

Registration at Parks & Recreation Center

Thurs., July 7 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

AYSO SOCCER CAMP

Registration date same as AYSO Fall Soccer League

Ages 4 – 14 years old  Fee: To be announced

All camps include t-shirts.  All campers must bring shin guards, a water bottle and their own ball.

Location: Elmwood Park High School

 Camp Dates: Aug., 1 to 5 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p. m.

 KIDS KARATE & SAFETY

Registration at Elmwood Park Recreation Center

Tues., June 21 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. 

Summer Classes held at

Elmwood Park Parks & Recreation Center

Class Schedule

 Tues., June 28—Tues., Aug., 30  at 5:30 – 6:45 p.m.

Fee:  $45.00   For more information

call Frank at : 630-293-9989

www.kidskarate.com

VOLLEYBALL
(A non-profit organization)

BOYS & GIRLS Grades 4 to 8   Fee $35.00

8 Week Instructional Volleyball League

(Includes: Instruction, Practices, Games)

REGISTRATION

Tues.,  & Wed.,  September 6 & 7 From 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

At the Elmwood Park Parks & Recreation Center

FUN * ACTION * SKILLS * TEAMWORK

CHILDREN’S THEATRE IN THE PARK

Independent Stars Playhouse will be presenting JACK AND THE BEANSTALK in Central Park for FREE!  Come join us for our new Children’s Theatre in the Park program on Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.  All children must be accompanied by an adult.  For more information www.indistars.org

Performance dates are:

June 16, 23, 30 & July 7  at 11:30 a.m. in Central Park

YOUNG REMBRANDTS
 

Session   I     June   6   thru June 27

Session  II     July 11   thru Aug., 1

Session III    Aug., 8  thru Aug., 29

PRESCHOOL DRAWING CLASSES

3 1/2 – 5 Year Olds

Mondays, 9:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. OR  4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Each week we draw a new subject learning about it as we draw it.  From fish to teddy bears, rainbows to castles and much more.  We develop concentration, motor skills, listening skills, stay on task, organization and more.  One mounted drawing completed each week.  All materials supplied.  Class size minimum 6 and maximum 10.  Fee $30.00.

ELEMENTARY DRAWING CLASSES

6 – 12 Year Olds Mondays, 5:00 – 5:45 p.m.

Learn to draw something new each week including animals, landscapes, abstracts, still life, and child appropriate art history.  Pencil, markers, sharpie and color pencil techniques are taught.  All materials are supplied.  Class size minimum 6 and maximum 15.  Fee $30.00.

3 DAY ART CAMPS 1 1/2 HOURS CLASS TIME EACH DAY

 ERIC CARLE CAMP                                                    $45.00

                 June 14, 15, 16      Ages 3 1/2 to 5     10:00—11:30 a.m.
 

FASHION RUNWAY WORKSHOP                              $45.00

                 June 14, 15, 16      Ages 6 to 12         10:00—11:30 a.m.
 

JUNIOR SPACE WORKSHOP                                      $45.00

                 July 12, 13, 14       Ages 5 to 7           10:00—11:30 a.m.

SOUTH OF THE BORDER                                            $55.00

                 July 12, 13, 14 Ages 6 to 12                10:00—11:30 a.m.
 

JUNIOR MONSTER WORKSHOP                               $45.00

                 Aug., 9, 10, 11 Ages 5 to 7                  10:00—11:30 a.m.
 

MAGNIFICENT MASTERS PASTEL                         $55.00        

                  Aug., 9, 10, 11 Ages 6 to 12               10:00—11:30 a.m

 

MAGIC CLASS

Children are guaranteed to have a great time as they learn fascinating tricks from a professional magician!  Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading and more.  While the tricks may appear difficult, you’ll discover that they are quick to learn and easy to perform.  All materials are provided, each child receives a magic kit to take home.  Children are grouped by age and always learn tricks that are age-appropriate.  Additionally, you can sign up for this class again and again since brand new tricks are always taught at each session!

Taught by the Magic Team of Gary Cantor

Mon, June 13  from 6:45 – 7:40 p.m.

Ages 4 to 14 Class size: Min., 5 – Max., 30  Fee: $ 20.00 per class

2011 RUSH FOOTBALL REGISTRATION

Tues., June 14 from 6:30—8:00 p.m.

FINAL REGISTRATION DATE: Thurs., July 14  from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST PROVIDE A COPY OF THEIR BIRTH CERTIFICATE AND REGISTRATION TO BE KEPT ON FILE.

visit:  www.elmwoodparkrush.com

SUMMER THEATRE CAMP
 

Independent Stars Playhouse/Dominic Clemente

708-997-1714 or e-mail:  dclemente@indistars.org

Pack your duffel bags, grab your guitars, and get ready to rock at Camp Rock:  The Musical! Combines songs and characters from Disney Channel Original Movies Camp Rock and Camp Rock 2 into a theatrical experience!  Theatre professionals will direct and teach children how to act, sing, dance and create sets and costumes.  Camp concludes with a final performance by the children.

Camp Dates:  June 20—July 15  Mon.,-Fri., 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Final Performance:  July 15 at 7:00 p.m.  Camp Tuition $175 each

Camp Location:  Elmwood Park Parks & Recreation Center

WSSRA—WACKY QUACKY DUCK SPLASH

AND CARNIVAL OF FUN—BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY

Carnival Games-Free Children’s Crafts-Duck Race-Refreshments

Adopt a Duck for a Chance to WIN $500

Saturday, July 16 from 2:00—6:00 p.m.

3001 Wisconsin     Proska Park in Berwyn

For more information:  847-455-2100

WEST SUBURBAN SPECIAL RECREATION
 

As an extension of the Village of Elmwood Park, WSSRA offers our residents therapeutic recreation programs.  Persons with disabilities, of all ages and ability levels are served by WSSRA.  Summer programs are held weekdays, evenings and Saturdays.  WSSRA incorporates outdoor adventures and social club programs by visiting forest preserves to watch wildlife, going to baseball games and area pools.  There are programs for all to enjoy.  WSSRA programs are designed and supervised by Recreation Specialists who have educational backgrounds in disabilities.  The WSSRA team helps participants be successful through adapting activities, close supervision celebrating accomplishments and being knowledgeable about program content.  For more information about joining a WSSRA program call 847-455-2100 or visit wssra.net.  Calls from Village of Elmwood Park residents are always welcome.

ELMWOOD PARK

COMMUNITY UNIT SCHOOL DISTRICT #401

 SUMMER ACADEMY 2011

Elementary & Middle School Levels K – 8 Summer Academy is designed to provide students with opportunities to explore their learning through reading, math, and enrichment programs.  Some students have been given recommendations by their grade levels teachers as to what classes would benefit them.

Important Dates                                           Questions

May 06  - Early Registration Deadline                 Contact your counselor about which

June 06  - Refund Requests Due                         courses to take in Summer Academy.

               -Final Registration Deadline                 Contact Summer Academy Director

June 10  - Summer Academy Begins                    about registration, payment and

July 4      -NO SCHOOL                                      attendance.

July 22    -Summer Academy Ends

Registration Information                              AmyLynn Vero—K to 8

Mail in: Elmwood Park District Office Summer Academy Co-Director

              8201 W. Fullerton Ave 708-583-2212

              Elmwood Park, IL  60707

Or call:  708-583-5844 Jim Edwards—High School

Course availability required minimum Summer Academy Co-Director

enrollment. 708-583-2212

SUMMER SPORTS CAMP ONLY AT  

ELMWOOD PARK HIGH SCHOOL

 Registration forms available at District #401 Schools

ALL SPORT CAMPS LOCATED AT ELMWOOD PARK HIGH SCHOOL’S DESIGNATED AREAS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE BY CALLING 708-452-7272

Football-Coach Arroyo—Grades 10 -12   June 13-23      from 3-6:30 p.m.    $50 w/t-shirt

(Stadium)                                                              July   5-23       from 3-6:30 p.m.

                                                   Grade 9             July 11-21           from 4-6 p.m.   $50 w/t-shirt

                                                   Grades 1-8        July 18-21           from 4-6 p.m.    No Charge

Running Camp –Coaches Kingsmill & Anichini  - Grades 6-12   from   7-9 a.m.   $40

(High School) June 20, 22, 23, 27, 29, 30, /July 5, 6, 7, 11, 13, 14

Girls Volleyball-Coach White—Grades 9-12    July 25-29  from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $65 w/t-shirt

(Main Gym)                                 Grades 3-8      July 26-30  from  9-11 a.m.        $45 w/t-shirt

Boys Basketball-Head Coach—Grades 9-12    June 6-10          from 4-7 p.m.    $40 w/t-shirt

(Main Gym)                                    June 13-17        from 7-9 p.m.

              June 20-July 1   from 1-3 p.m.

              July 25-29         from 2-4 p.m.

                    (No camp July 4)    Grades 5-8      June 20-July 8   from 3-5 p.m.     $40 w/t-shirt

Boys Baseball-Coach DiGrino—Grades 6-12   June 13-15  from 1-3 p.m.           $25

(Baseball Fields ) (Hitting Camp)

Girls Basketball-Coach Linhart—Grades 4-12  June 5-7      from 1-2:30 p.m.     $60 w/t-shirt

(Main Gym)                 June 11-14  from 1-2:30 p.m.

Boys & Girls Soccer-Coach Blake—Grades 5-12  July 25-28  from 7-9 a.m.       $40

(Stadium)

Wrestling-Coach Stone                     Grades 5-12  July 25-29   from 9-11 a.m.     $20

(South Gym)