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Scott Fuller, Director
of Parks & Recreation, (847) 746-3505
The Winthrop Harbor Parks &
Recreation Department is proud to provide numerous programs for
our residents, both youth and adults. This page provides the
basic information on our programs, and we encourage you to visit
the Community Calendar and Newsletter links (at left) for current
details.
Goals of Youth Programs
The purpose of our Youth Programs
is to provide young people with a safe and enjoyable athletic
experience with emphasis on sportsmanship and fair play. All
participants receive instruction in the fundamental skills of
the sport, including positioning, rules and basic strategies.
Every player is given an opportunity to participate at various
positions in practices and games.
Youth Baseball / Softball
This program is open to ages
5 through 16, regardless of ability. Fees include uniforms which
consist of a shirt, pants and a baseball cap. The breakdown of
the leagues is by age as defined on the Baseball Info Sheet. (fees are also on the
Info sheet). Teams are formed strictly on the basis of skill
level in order to ensure fair and equal teams. Evaluations are
mandatory for the Pinto league and all upper leagues. Once teams
are formed, the coaches contact their players to arrange practice
times, share game information and field questions from the players.
Tee-Ball teams are selected randomly.
Ladies & CoEd Recreational Volleyball
This league is for fun and friendly
competition and is for the less experienced and competitive players.
You must be at least 18 yeas of age to play in this league. Teams
are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit
of eight teams. Team fees are $275. Non residents are assessed
a $10/person one-time additional fee.
- Ladies League - September thru January, Thursdays
7-10pm
- CoEd League - February thru May, Thursdays 7-10pm
Teen Dances
Dances are held at the Schlader
Recreational Center on the 2nd Friday each month, September through
May. The fun includes a live DJ playing all of the kids' favorite
music. Pizza and pop are available for a nominal fee. Check the
Community Calendar or Newsletter for complete details. These
are for 5th thru 8th graders who are Winthrop Harbor residents.
Chaperones are always needed... if you would like to help, please
give us a call!
Adult Softball Leagues
A maximum of eight teams will
be allowed in each league, with league fees being $375 per team.
A one-time $10/person additional fee applies to non-residents.
Teams will play one night a week for 7 weeks, with the maximum
number of teams filled. A single elimination tournament takes
place following the regular season.
- Men's League - August thru October, Tuesday &
Thursday nights
- CoEd League - August thru October, Wednesday nights
Tae-Kwon-Do (Chang-Hun Style)
Tae-Kwon-Do is a "learning
style" activity for all ages from 5 to 70. While attending
these classes you will develop a combination of balance, coordination
and flexibility while instilling a sense of self-discipline that
can carry over into all aspects of your life. Glassed include
group and individual training at your level. The techniques taught
include blocking, punching, kicking and striking. Stretching
exercises and sparring add to the total workout. Self-defense
and form are taught along with speed training. Tae-Kwon-Do students
are encouraged to train year round.
Translated, Tae-Kwon-Do means
"Art of Hand and Foot" and originally comes from Korea
where it is still practiced as a national sport. Tae-Kwon-Do
is one of the world's newest Martial Arts, formally getting its
name in 1953. Its roots, however, are based on techniques tested
for thousands of years!
Fees are $25/month, with your
first, introductory lesson free. Non residents pay a one-time
additional fee of $10. Additional immediate family members are
only $10/month. Optional uniforms, testing and equipment are
available for an extra charge.
September through May, Mondays
& Fridays 6:30 - 8:30 pm. Held at the Community Center at
1520 7th Street.
Skateboard Park
The Winthrop Harbor Skate Park
is open April through October, weather permitting. (the park
is closed whenever the ramps are wet). Hours are 9am - 8pm while
school is in session, and 9am - 10pm when school is out. ID CARDS
ARE REQUIRED, and may be obtained from the Parks &
Recreation Department office at the Schlader Recreation Center.
A on-time fee for the season of $10 for residents, $15 for non-residents,
applies.
Youth Basketball
This program is geared for the
basketball enthusiast that wants to continue working on the fundamental
skills of the game through practices and games. The program is
open to grades 1 thru 8 regardless of ability. The divisions
(all co-ed) are as follows:
- DIVISION 1 - grades 1-2
- DIVISION 2 - grades 3-4
- DIVISION 3 - grades 5-6
- DIVISION 4 - grades 7-8
An Evaluation Team arranges team
assignments with no special requests or considerations accepted.
Teams are formed strictly on the basis of skill level in order
to ensure fair and equal teams. Fees are $45 for residents, $55
for non-residents. Fee applies to the first 2 children in a family,
after which the fee is lowered by $10 for additional children.
Practices vary between the Schlader
Recreation Center, Westfield School and Spring Bluff School.
All games are played at the Schlader gym. Divisions 1 & 2
on Saturday's, and Divisions 3&4 on Sundays. Information
regarding registration dates and time is sent home through the
schools, as well as posted on this website.
WALKIN' - WALKIN'
From October thru May, on Mondays
thru Fridays from 8-10am, the Schlader Recreation Center is open
to walkers who would like to stay fit while walking in climate
controlled comfort! Meet your friends and neighbors as you walk
laps in the main gymnasium! (closed on Holidays, check the Community
Calendar for details.)
Open Play Basketball & Volleyball
From September through April
the Schlader Recreation Center gym is open 7-9pm for basketball
and volleyball open-play. Basketball is on Tuesday, volleyball
on Mondays. (Holidays excluded)
The Recreation Dept. often
presents additional programs and activities. Check the Community
Calendar link at left to see what's happening this month!
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