NSSRA Program Guides Spring 2019 | Page 39

Gator Tennis Gator Tennis is for both athletes looking to develop their individual skills and those looking to play competitively. During the first week of program, athletes will go through a Skills Assessment Test to determine participation in the program for the remainder of the season, as well as to gain eligibility for Special Olympics Illinois competitions. Each week, athletes will practice and prepare for Special Olympics competition in July. All athletes must have a current Special Olympics Medical Application for Participation on file. Save the dates! The Special Olympics Illinois District Tournament will be held on Saturday, July 6 and for those who qualify, the Special Olympics Illinois State Tennis Tournament is Saturday, August 17 - Sunday, August 18. No program May 27. Goals: Develop hand-eye coordination. Improve serving, volleying, and competitive play techniques. Contact: Age: Location: Time: Katie James Date: 8 and up Min/Max: A.C. Nielsen Tennis Center, Winnetka Program Code/Fee: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Mondays, May 13 - July 8 6 / 12 399601-01 / $70 Private Piano Lessons Do you want to learn how to play the piano? This program offers thirty minutes of individual lessons developed by a music therapist on the piano (piano will be on-site). No skills are necessary to sign up for this program; instruction will be developed based on needs and skill level. Everyone is welcome! Returning participants have priority registration through 5:00 pm on Friday, February 8 for their same time slot from the previous season. All other registrations will be accepted and reviewed after Friday, February 8. You are welcome to state a time preference, however, no slots are guaranteed. You will be notified of your assigned half-hour time slot prior to the start of program. A guardian will need to stay on-site during the lesson and are responsible for all behavior needs, medical decisions and personal care needs during the time of the program. Goals: Develop an understanding and appreciation of music. Increase ability to follow instructions. Promote development of fine motor skills required to play an instrument. Contact: Age: Location: Time: www.nssra.org Marissa Wayne 7 - 22 Sachs Recreation Center, Deerfield 4:30 - 7:30 pm Date: Min/Max: Program Code/Fee: Tuesdays, March 26 - May 14 6 / 12 298202-01 / $324 YOUTH PROGRAMS 39