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Youth Programs
Gator Softball
Take me out to the ball game! Join NSSRA this spring in competitive softball. Athletes will spend the first part of the season completing skill assessments and practice followed by weekly games that are hosted both at home and away. In addition, athletes will have the opportunity to compete in both Special Olympics and ITRS tournaments during the summer. Tournament and weekly competition schedules will be distributed at the beginning of the season. Note: Practices and games take place outdoors and are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. Game locations and transportation times will vary. Athletes must have a current Special Olympics Medical Application for Participation on file to compete. Athletes must bring their own mitt to every practice and game. No program April 11 and July 4. Goals: Increase physical conditioning. Enhance strength and endurance through running and field sports. Develop sense of teamwork.
Contact: |
Jerod Mikkelsen |
Program Code / Fee: |
270607-61 / $ 166 |
Age: |
16 and up |
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Pick Up |
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Drop Off |
Location: |
Waveland Park, Lake Forest |
Times / Locations: |
5:00 pm |
NSSRA |
9:30 pm |
Time: |
6:30- 8:00 pm |
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5:30 pm |
WCRC |
9:00 pm |
Date: |
Tuesdays, April 4- July 25 |
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6:00 pm |
Moraine |
8:30 pm |
Min / Max: |
10 / 26 |
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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: |
Dani Kern |
Group I Time: |
4:30- 5:00 pm |
Age: |
3- 12 |
Group II Time: |
5:15- 5:45 pm |
Location: |
Park Center, Glenview |
Group I Code / Fee: |
275208-01 / $ 104 |
Date: |
Wednesdays, March 29- May 17 |
Group II Code / Fee: |
275208-02 / $ 104 |
Min / Max: |
4 / 6 per group |
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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! Goals: Increase endurance and strength through dance-based exercise. Improve memory, coordination and sequencing.
Contact: |
Hailey Haas |
Program Code / Fee: |
270409-01 / $ 82 |
Age: |
16 and up |
Transportation Code / Fee: |
270409-51 / $ 81 |
Location: |
Blair Park, Lake Bluff |
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Pick Up |
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Drop Off |
Time: |
5:30- 6:30 pm |
Times / Locations: |
4:00 pm |
NSSRA |
8:00 pm |
Date: |
Wednesdays, March 29- May 17 |
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4:30 pm |
WCRC |
7:30 pm |
Min / Max: |
6 / 8 |
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5:00 pm |
Moraine |
7:00 pm |
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Register online at register. nssra. org.