NSSRA Program Guides Fall 2017 | Page 30

Youth Programs Gator Basketball Gator athletes will learn the rules of basketball, develop skills, practice, and play in competitions. Gator athletics emphasize sportsmanship, fundamentals, and rules of the game. Participants will compete in Special Olympics and Special Recreation Association events. The first few weeks will consist of practicing and conditioning. Note: All athletes must attend these practices as well as take a Skills Assessment Test to gain eligibility for Special Olympics Illinois competitions. All athletes must have a current Special Olympics Illinois Application for Participation on file. Game locations and transportation times will vary. A schedule and tournament information will be distributed at the beginning of the season. No program December 26 and January 2. Goals: Enhance basketball skills through practice and competition. Improve physical condition and teamwork. Contact: Becca Zajler Min/Max: Age: 16 and up Program Code/Fee: Location: Northfield Community Center Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Times/Locations: Date: Tuesdays, October 24 - February 20 10 / 36 470605-61 / $161 Pick Up 5:30 pm NSSRA 6:00 pm Moraine Drop Off 8:50 pm 8:30 pm Crocodiles During this swim program, we will introduce basic swim techniques including stroke development, kicking and water safety. This program is intended for children who are still being oriented to the water and swimming techniques. Participants must NOT be able to swim one lap of the pool. Participants may register for only one of the two groups listed below. Please bring a labeled swimsuit and towel. Goals: Feel comfortable in the water. Develop a basic understanding of swimming techniques. Increase ability to follow demonstrated one and two step directions. Increase water safety awareness. Contact: Marissa Wayne Group I Time: Age: 3 - 12 Group II Time: Location: Park Center, Glenview Group I Code/Fee: Date: Wednesdays, September 20 - November 15 Group II Code/Fee: Min/Max: 4 / 6 per group 4:30 - 5:00 pm 5:15 - 5:45 pm 475206-01 / $117 475206-02 / $117 Fitness Funk Hour Enjoy an evening of exercise and dance fitness with your friends. This program will blend upbeat music with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total body workout. Participants will learn a variety of dance-based fitness combinations that will help improve strength and endurance, while increasing memory and sequencing. All abilities are welcome! NSSRA will not be running programs on Wednesday, September 20 after 6:00 pm in light of Rosh Hashanah. Please note that this program will begin one week late on Wednesday, September 27. Goals: Increase endurance and strength through dance-based exercise. Improve memory, coordination and sequencing. Contact: Hailey Haas Program Code/Fee: Age: 16 and up Transportation Code/Fee: Location: Blair Park, Lake Bluff Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm Times/Locations: Date: Wednesdays, September 27 - November 15 Min/Max: 6 / 8 30 470407-01 / $82 470407-51 / $88 Pick Up 4:00 pm NSSRA 4:30 pm WCRC 5:00 pm Moraine Drop Off 8:00 pm 7:30 pm 7:00 pm Register online at register.nssra.org.