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Youth Sports • Ages 4–13 Cheerleading Ages 5 –13 Learn real cheers, along with fundamentals and new techniques, from Maine West HS Varsity cheerleaders. Whether it’s a High V, Hands-on-Hips, or a fabulous jump, the right moves create an exciting cheer that really pumps up the crowd. Jump drills will help you develop arms, legs, abs and lots of stamina. You’ll practice technique, dance and motions, plus how to use your voice properly to get those fans rockin’ for the team. Every week you’ll learn arm positions, transitions, and basic formations; cartwheels and round-offs are taught, and everything is incorporated into great looking, great sounding cheers. Parents and friends are invited to a special performance on the last day of class, so you can show off your new cheerleading skills! jc Min/Max: 6/10 DPPD Staff, Instructor 8 weeks Prairie Lakes, Aerobic Room 1/24 –3/20* Ages 5 –7 Sundays, 1:30 – 2:30p R: $45/NR: $56 #441254-1 Ages 8 –13 Sundays, 2:30 – 3:30p R: $45/NR: $56 #441254-2 *No class 2/7 Introduction to Futsal Ages 7–12 Futsal is an exciting new style of soccer. It is played on a compact court with a heavier ball (for less bounce) and smaller goals. Futsal allows players to develop their technical skills. First touch, dribbling, shooting, quick passing and better vision are just a few of the areas where futsal will help you improve. Whether you are a beginner or frequent player of futsal, the program is open to everyone. This is a 6-week program. Kids will receive training for the first 30 minutes and play 5v5 the final 30 minutes. Futsal allows for unlimited substitutions. Due to the smaller court size all players will be heavily involved when playing. Come learn and improve your skills with this exciting new sport! Flat surface shoes are required. ir Min/Max: 8/20 Certified Instructor Prairie Lakes, South Gym 6 weeks Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30p 1/6 –2/10 R: $61/NR: $73 #449011-1 Youth Floor Hockey League Ages 7–13 Players will go through drills and be divided into teams the first week. The following 7 weeks will consist of game play using protective equipment. All players will receive a participation certificate voucher good for a regular season Chicago Wolves game. jc Min/Max: 10/40 DPPD Staff, Instructor Prairie Lakes, North Gym 8 weeks Wednesdays, 6:30 –7:30p 1/20 –3/9 R: $65/NR: $97 #441194-1 Chicago Storm Soccer Holiday Camp Ages 4 –13 Chicago Storm Soccer Clinic gives children the unique opportunity to work with professional and collegiate soccer players and coaches. Children of all levels work on skills and strategies in a curriculum that is game like and FUN!! Participants will be placed in groups according to age and/or skill level. jc Min/Max: 10/30 • Prairie Lakes, North Gym Chicago Storm Staff, Instructors Monday & Tuesday, 9:00 –11:00a • 12/28 –12/29 Sports Saturdays Ages 5 –10 • Grades K– 4 • 6 weeks Parents need some time to run errands without the kids Saturday morning? This is the class for you! Park District program staff will supervise youngsters in a variety of recreational sports and games including kickball, softball, floor hockey, basketball, and so much more! Participants will get a chance to play with their friends or make new ones! Sportsmanship and fun are stressed. Participants should wear a gym shirt or T-shirt, shorts, and gym shoes. jc Min/Max: 10/30 Leisure Center, Gym Session 1, 6 weeks Saturdays, 9:30 –11:00a 12/5 –1/23 R: $34/NR: $41 #341351-1 Can’t commit to all 6 weeks? We offer individual Saturday sign-ups, as long as the regular 6 week class reaches its minimum of 10 participants. Individual sign-up: R: $6/NR: $7 December 5 #341351-2 December 12 #341351-3 December 19 #341351-4 January 9 #341351-5 January 16 #341351-6 January 23 #341351-7 Session 2, 6 weeks Saturdays, 9:30 –11:00a 2/13–3/19 R: $34/NR: $41 #441351-1 Can’t commit to all 6 weeks? We offer individual Saturday sign-ups, as long as the regular 6 week class reaches its minimum of 10 participants. Individual sign-up: R: $6/NR: $7 February 13 #441351-2 February 20 #441351-3 February 27 #441351-4 March 5 #441351-5 March 12 #441351-6 March 19 #441351-7 Mini-Kickers Camp Ages 4 – 6 Ideal for beginners. Campers learn the basics of soccer in a fun and entertaining environment designed for their age and skill level. R: $50/NR: $60 • #349031-1 Half Day Camp Ages 7–13 Ideal for recreational and intermediate players. Campers will be taught dribbling, passing/receiving and shooting skills in a fun, entertaining and game-like environment. R: $50/NR: $60 • #349031-2 29