Recreation Center of Highland Park

Preschool & Youth Programs

Upcoming Youth Events

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Dodgeball Mania (Ages 8-12)

Friday, September 10th, 5:30-8:00pm

Princesses & Superheroes (Ages 4-6)

Friday, October 1, 5:30-7:30pm

Trick & Swim (Ages 6-10)

Friday, October 15, 6:00-8:00pm

Basketball Bonanza (Grades 6-8)

Thursday, November 11th, Noon-2:30pm

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Upcoming Youth & Preschool Programs

Gym & Swim [Ages 4-6]

Burn off some energy on land and in the water. Spend time with old friends and new, playing in the gym (60 minutes) and pool (30 minutes). Our experienced staff will teach your children teamwork as they participate in various games and sports. Then when it’s time to splash in the pool a certified instructor will help your child build fundamental water skills in a semi-structured swim class. This class is the perfect combination of friends, fun and energy. Participants should be comfortable in the water, wear gym shoes and provide their own swim towel. Drop-off is in the gym/pick-up is in the pool lobby. Instructor: Lianne Plath. Min/Max: 8/14. 15/13 weeks. No class September 9 & November 25.

September 7-December 16
Tuesdays,  1:00-2:30pm     $305/335     (Program #: 17728)
Thursdays, 1:00-2:30pm     $265/295     (Program #: 17729)

It’s All About the Core (Ages 6-12)

Core strengthening is important for kids of varying skill levels and ages. Robin Page (Pediatric Physical Ther­apist) has developed this program of core strengthening through the use of different games and activi­ties. Core strengthening will occur without the kids knowing because they will be having too much fun! This exercise program targets de­velopment of the core in children. Key factors addressed through the program include: balance, rhythm, speed, respiratory system, coordi­nation, endurance and flexibility.

Session 1: September 10-October 22
Ages 6-8       Fridays, 4:00-5:00pm     $150/175     (Program #: 17724) 
Ages 9-12     Fridays, 5:00-6:00pm     $150/175     (Program #: 17726) 

Session 2: October 29- December 10
Ages 6-8       Fridays, 4:00-5:00pm     $150/175     (Program #: 17725) 
Ages 9-12     Fridays, 5:00-6:00pm     $150/175     (Program #: 17727) 

Min/Max: 4/6. 6 weeks. No class September 17 & November 26.

Interested in private or semi-private lessons for your child for It’s All About the Core? Contact Robin Page at 847.573.9882 for more information.

Intro to Fitness (Ages 11-12)

This is a required course for youth ages 11-12 in order to use fitness equipment at the Recreation Center. This program includes three 1-hour sessions with a personal trainer. Dates and times need to be set up with a personal trainer. Intro to Fitness will cover the following:

• Rules and regulations
• Complete fitness assessment
• Completed fitness card to keep on file
• Cardio equipment
• Flexibility and stretching techniques
• Strength training machines
• Pass/fail test

Fee: $120

Please note:

• Fees cannot be applied to membership upgrades or any other service provided by the Recreation Center.
• Personal training, instruction and coaching can ONLY be conducted by Recreation Center staff. Outside training is not permitted in the facility.
• Fees cannot be applied to membership upgrades or any other service provided by the Recreation Center.
  

Learn To Swim (Ages 6 months-Adult)

Splash around in the Recreation Center Learn-to-Swim program! The Recreation Center provides affordable swim lessons for all ages and levels. For more information on the Learn-to-Swim program at the Recreation Center of Highland Park, please click here to view our AQUATIC page.

Private Swim Lessons

Often, the most effective way to learn to swim is by enlisting the help of a private instructor. The Recreation Center of Highland Park offers private and semi-private swimming lessons for participants of all ages. Based on the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim curriculum, swimmers will receive personalized instruction based on their needs and current swim abilities. For safety purposes, all spectators must observe classes from the observation room. For more information on signing up for private swim lessons, contact Jeanne Lewis at 847.579.4052 or jlewis@pdhp.org.