Youth Programs
Gator Track & Field
Gator Track & Field trains athletes for competitive meets. Athletes will learn the proper skills needed to compete in
various running and field events. 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. Athletes are expected to compete in Special Recreation Association (SRA) and Special Olympic events and must register for
competitions by completing registration forms which will be distributed at program. Athletes must have a valid Special Olympics Application for
Participation on file. Save the dates! The NISRA Spring Track Meet will be held in April (date TBD), the Special Olympics North Spring Games
are Saturday, May 4 - Sunday, May 5, and for those who qualify, the Special Olympics Illinois State Summer Games are Friday, June 7 -
Sunday, June 9.
Please note: Practices will be held at Northfield Community Center the first three weeks of program (February 26, March 5 and March 12).
Goals: Increase physical conditioning. Enhance strength and endurance through running and field sports. Develop a sense of teamwork.
Contact:
Age:
Location:
Time:
Date:
Min/Max:
Katie James
Program Code/Fee:
299603-01 / $78
8 and up
Transporation Code/Fee:
299603-51 / $98
New Trier High School, Winnetka
Pick Up
6:00 - 7:00 pm
Times/Locations:
4:30 pm
NSSRA
Tuesdays, February 26 - April 30
5:00 pm
Moraine
8/15
5:30 pm
WCRC
Drop Off
8:10 pm
7:50 pm
7:20 pm
Crocodiles (New age range!)
During this swim program, we will introduce basic swim techniques including stroke development, kicking and water safety. This program is intended for
participants who are still being oriented to the water and swimming techniques. Participants must NOT be able to swim one lap of the pool. 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 Age:
Location:
Park Center, Glenview
Group II Age:
Date:
Wednesdays, January 9 - February 27
Group I Time:
Min/Max:
4 / 6 per group
Group I Time:
Group I Code/Fee:
Group II Code/Fee:
34
3 - 12
13 - 22 (Extended age range offered)
4:30 - 5:00 pm
5:15 - 5:45 pm
196204-01 / $107
196204-02 / $107
Register online at register.nssra.org.