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Mokena Community Park District
708-390-2401
www.mokenapark.com
2021 FALL Program Guide
Mission Statement: The Mokena Community Park District is committed to Table of Contents
enhancing lives through the power of recreation by providing exceptional Director Digest 3
parks, facilities, programs, events, and services for all to explore Special Events 4-8
and enjoy.
Vision: Working together to build an active, vibrant, welcoming, connected Trips 9
safe and healthy community. Early Childhood 10-11
Values: Our mission is guided by these values: Collaboration, Community
Youth Programs/Athletics 12-19
Engagement, Safety, Sustainability, Cleanliness, Comfort and Inclusion.
Tween/Teen 20-21
Adult Programs/Athletics 22-24
Administration Center Golden Agers 25
10925 La Porte Road, Mokena
The Oaks Recreation &
Phone: (708) 390-2401 26-27
Fitness Center
Hours: Monday–Friday
9:00am–5:00pm Open Gym 28
Website: www.mokenapark.com Fitness Programs 29-31
Email: info@mokenapark.com
*Office will be closed on September 6 Health & Wellness Events 32
Parties 34
Facility Rentals 35
The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Yunker Park 36
10847 La Porte Road, Mokena Park Offerings 37
Phone: (708) 390-2343
Registration Information 38
Hours
Monday–Friday General Information 39
5:00am–8:00pm Park District Connections 40
Saturday & Sunday
7:00am–3:00pm Park Locations 41
Administration Staff Program Locations
Greg Vitale, MPA, CPRP-Executive Director Bow Doc Archery
Dawn Morsovillo-Administrative Assistant/Safety Coordinator 18801 Wolf Rd., Mokena
Patti Parli, CPRP-Superintendent of Finance and HR Gym-kinetics
Karen LaPointe, Accounting/Payroll Coordinator 19220 Ridge Rd., Mokena
Kara Jelderks, CPRP-Superintendent of Recreation Frankfort Founders Community Center
140 Oak Street, Frankfort 60423
Rebecca Hornig, CPRP-Recreation Supervisor/Special Events & Trips
Main Park
Laurel Welch-Marketing Coordinator
10925 La Porte Road, Mokena
Shakena Sampson-Customer Service/Recreation Support Mokena Elementary School (MES):
Sam Sigrist-Customer Service/Recreation Support 11244 Willowcrest Lane, Mokena
Mokena Intermediate School (MIS):
Maintenance Staff 11331 West 195th Street, Mokena
Jim VanGennep, CPRP, CPSI, CPO-Superintendent of Parks & Mokena Junior High School:
Facilities 19815 Kirkstone Way, Mokena
Luke Davis, Bill Kausal, Kim Limanowski, Kristin Potocki, Nova Quarter Horse Ranch:
Rodger Rottmann, Wayne Wollenzien, 10129 West 187th Street, Mokena
Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center:
The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center Staff 10847 La Porte Road, Mokena (Walnut,
Rachel Bauer, CPRP-Manager of Recreation Facility Operations Cypress, Chestnut, Multi-purpose Room,
Kristin Ehler, CPRP, ACE Health Coach, AFAA and NCCPT-Fitness & Field House)
Wellness Supervisor Recreation Program Center:
Wendy Jacob-Operations Supervisor 10925 La Porte Road, Mokena
Shaun Ziems– Oaks Maintenance Supervisor (South end of Main Park)
Yoga Life Center:
CPRP—Certified Park & Recreation Professional; 19820 Wolf Road, Mokena
CPSI—Certified Playground Safety Inspector; Yunker Park:
CPO—Certified Pool Operator. 10824 La Porte Road, Mokena
(Professional staff certifications through the National Recreation & Park (Band Shell, Splash Park, Community
Association (NRPA) Gardens, Dog Park, Red Barn)
District Digest
Dear Mokena Community Park District Residents and Visitors:
Board of Commissioners
Thank you for taking the time to read to the 2021 Fall President
Program Guide! Bob Lindbloom
Now that Covid-19 restrictions have loosened, we are able to Vice President
bring back some of your favorite special events such as Steve Jacobson
Woofstock (September 12), Halloween Hollow (October 8 and
9), Breakfast with Santa (December 4) and Winter Jump Fest Secretary
(January 7). We are also able to once again offer some of our Mary Louise Knoerzer
regular programs such as Youth Basketball, Indoor Open Gym
and Adult Trips. The guide also features several new programs Treasurer
such as Youth Field Trips during days off of school (Adventure Mike Gandy
Days), several Language classes, Rock Painting, Youth Magic
classes, Babysitting courses, Lunchtime Bingo for Seniors and Commissioner
unique Cooking programs (Hot Chocolate Bombs, Tik Tok Jeff Apel
Cooking, etc.).
Commissioner
There is no better time to join the new and improved Oaks Dan Gilbert
Recreation and Fitness Center for your fitness goals. The
fitness center, lobby, locker rooms and meeting rooms are Commissioner
receiving a modern facelift that includes a new, contemporary Kathryn O’Connor
color scheme and brand new flooring. We are also in the
process of replacing all of our sectorized equipment with a Legal Counsel
brand new, state-of-the-art line. This is just the beginning of a John O’Driscoll
multi-year modernization plan that is sure to improve your
fitness experience.
Park Board Meetings
Construction on the new Whisper Creek Park, located at Regan Park District Board
Road and Whisper Creek Way, is also taking shape. The park Meetings are held on the
will feature a brand new playground, outdoor fitness fourth Tuesday of each
equipment, a walking trail, basketball Drop-shot, a gazebo and month, at The Oaks
more. The park is tentatively scheduled to open this fall. Recreation & Fitness
Center, 10847 La Porte
Please take advantage of our programs, parks and facilities. We Road, Mokena,
have a lot to offer and we would love to see you this fall! at 6:00 pm.
Sincerely,
Greg Vitale, MPA, CPRP
Executive Director
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 3
Special Events 4 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.com
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 5
Special Events 6 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.com
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 7
Special Events 8 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.com
Trips
Family Fun Day at Nova
Sunday, November 7th
12:00—2:00pm
Giddy up cowboys and cowgirls! Come spend a fantastic family afternoon "horsin’ around" at Nova Quarter
Horses, Inc in Mokena. Your family will bond with the horses by learning to groom, saddle, and have a riding
lesson. Lunch will be served. All skill levels welcome. Jeans and hard soled shoes required. Transportation is
on your own, please meet at Nova Horse Quarter Ranch.
Ages: 7+ Fee: $120 pair/$50 additional rider
Cinderella at Paramount Theatre Chicago Christmas Lights Tour
Enjoy this show from the genius Travel with us through Downtown Chicago to see
minds of Rodgers & Hammerstein, the beautiful Christmas light displays! Our first
masters behind the Sound of Music & stop will be at the Planetarium Overlook for a
Oklahoma! Experience one of the most panoramic view of the city. We will then travel
beloved and cherished fairy along Lake Shore Drive to Lincoln Park, North
tales live on Paramount’s stage and Michigan Avenue, and a stop at Millennium Park
with all the spectacle and splendor to view the city Christmas tree, the skating and
you’ve come to expect. This the Bean. After viewing all off these beautiful
mesmerizing production gives us a lights we will take a 1.5 hour stop at the German
familiar yet reimagined take on the Christkindl market at Daley Plaza. We will also be
story families have returned to over and over across in close proximity to Macy’s Flagship State Street
generations. Experience jaw-dropping magic as you’ve Store. Fee includes: Bus tour, tour guide and tips
never seen before. From pumpkins into carriages to for guide.
tattered rags into a beautiful gown, this show will Instructor: Rebecca H.
delight and enchant young and old alike. After all, Location: Yunker Park Bandshell
you’re never too young for a little magic and never too Age: All Ages
old to believe. You may know the story, but you’ve Day: Wednesday
never seen it like this. Before the show enjoy a buffet Dates Time Fee R/NR
lunch that includes salad, rolls, hot entrees & sides, Dec 1 3:30pm departure $40/$48
dessert and all non-alcoholic beverages. Fee includes: After Nov 1 $45/$53
Floor seat tickets, lunch & mini coach bus
transportation.
Instructor: Rebecca H.
Location: Yunker Park Bandshell
Age: All Ages
Day: Wednesday
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Nov 17 11am departure $85/$100
After Oct 17 $90/$105
Adventure Days-Kid’s Days Off School
Day off of school with nothing to do? Come hang out at Mokena Park District and go on an adventure
with us! Doors open at 8am and the adventure doesn’t end until 6pm. We will be making crafts,
testing out some science experiments and of course a field trip! The day will be filled with endless fun!
Register early to make sure you get a spot.
Grades: K-6
Haunted Trails-Joliet
Enchanted Castle-Lombard Day: Wednesday
Day: Friday Date: December 8
Date: November 12 Time: 8am-6pm; Field trip time is
Time: 8am-6pm; Field trip time is from 9:30am-4pm from 9:30am-4pm
Fee R/NR: $45/$50 Fee R/NR: $45/$50
Meeting Location: Program Center Meeting Location: Program Center
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 9
Early Childhood Programs
Art Development
PeeWee Picassos Wiggles & Giggles
Does your child love to color, draw, and paint? You This class is for your little one who is not quite ready
and your budding artist will enjoy the slow pace in to separate. Parent and child will wiggle and giggle
this relaxed class of creative fun together. Simple their way through this fun-filled class while
paper projects, cutting, gluing and stretching their muscles and marching to music.
paints will get your young artist off Activities will vary each week using balls, balloons,
to a creative start. Fee includes and bubbles. Finger plays and props, rhymes and
materials. rhythm movements, hoops and parachutes!
Instructor: Petey Winkleman Instructor: Chris Johnson
Location: Program Center Location: Program Center, Dance Room
Age: 2-3 w/an adult Age: 2-3 w/an adult
Day: Wednesday Day: Wednesday
Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR
Sept 8-29 10:15-11am $35/$42 Sept 15-Oct 13 9:30-10:15am $37/$42
After Sept 1 $40/$47 After Sept 8 $42/$47
Oct 6-27 10:15-11am $35/$42 Nov 3-Dec 1 9:30-10:15am $37/$42
After Sept 29 $40/$47 After Oct 27 $42/$47
Nov 3-Dec 1 10:15-11am $35/$42 Language
(No class 11/24) I Speak Spanish! – Spanish for Kids
After Oct 27 $40/$47 Expand your child’s world! Introduce your child to
the Spanish language in this class developed
Rainbow Kids especially for very young learners. Children will be
Your toddler will love learning immersed in the Spanish language through fun and
about colors and shapes in this educational activities and music. Each session covers
busy hands-on class. new and exciting material!
Multi-sensory activities, glue, Instructor: Language in Action, Inc.
tape, crayons and paint will Location: Program Center
encourage creativity, improve Age: 3-Kindergartem
motor skills and create an envi- Day: Tuesdays
ronment for social Dates Time Fee R/NR
interaction. A take home craft, fun activities and Sept 14-Oct 19 4:30-5:15pm $75/$80
games will all relate to colors and shapes. Oct 26-Dec 7 4:30-5:15pm $75/$80
Instructor: Chris Johnson (No Class 11/23)
Location: Program Center
Age: 3.5-5 Zoom Spanish Classes for Kids – Live
Day: Friday Join us right from your living room as we explore
Dates Time Fee R/NR new cultures and learn the Spanish language via
Sept 24-Oct 8 9:30-10:15am $25/$30 Zoom! Younger children will learn conversational
After Sept 17 $30/$35 Spanish through fun and interactive activities and
Nov 5-19 9:30-10:15am $25/$30 music while older children will learn some Spanish
After Oct 29 $30/$35 phonetics to begin reading and writing. Zoom login
information will be emailed.
Instructor: Language in Action, Inc.
Location: Program Center
Volunteer Opportunities
Age: 3-6
Volunteers are an essential part of the Park Day: Thursdays
District that enable us to offer a wide Dates Time Fee R/NR
variety of programs and events. Call the Sept 16-Oct 21 9:30-10:15am $75/$80
Administration Center at 708-390-2401 to Sept 16-Oct 21 5-5:45pm $75/$80
Oct 28-Dec 9 9:30-10:15am $75/$80
find out about the opportunities that are (No Class 11/25)
available. Oct 28-Dec 9 5-5:45pm $75/$80
(No Class 11/25)
10 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.comEarly Childhood Athletics
Basketball Soccer
Little Dunkers Basketball—Skills Development Little Strikers Soccer—Skills Development
Activities are designed for children interested in Activities are designed for children
learning the fundamentals of basketball and having interested in learning the fundamentals
fun. Student to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all activities of soccer and having fun. Student
are prepared and delivered by Park District staff. to instructor ratio is 5:1, and all
Instruction will focus on the basics of shooting, activities are prepared and
dribbling, and hand-eye coordination. delivered by Park District staff.
Instructor: Park District Staff Instruction will focus on the basics of
Location: Mokena Elementary School-South Gym shooting, dribbling, and foot-eye coordination.
Age: 4-5 Instructor: Park District Staff
Day: Saturdays Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
Dates Time Fee R/NR Age: 4-5
Nov 6- Dec 18 9-9:55am $55/$66 Day: Sundays
Nov 6- Dec 18 10-10:55am $55/$66 Dates Time Fee R/NR
Nov 6- Dec 18 11-11:55am $55/$66 Nov 6- Dec 18 1-1:55pm $55/$66
After Oct 19 $60/$71 Nov 6- Dec 18 2-2:55pm $55/$66
After Oct 19 $60/$71
Little Dunkers Basketball—Games Development
This class is designed for children interested in Little Strikers Soccer—Games Development
learning how to play a basketball game. Instruction will This is an 8-week instructional program for
cover some basic basketball skills such as shooting, children ages 4-5, and activities are designed for
dribbling, and hand-eye coordination, but the focus will children interested in learning how to play a
be teaching players how to play an organized game, soccer game. Student to instructor ratio is 6:1,
using a 3 v 3 format for maximum player participation. and all activities are prepared and delivered by
Registration includes a t-shirt. park district staff. Instruction will cover some
Instructor: Park District Staff basic soccer skills such as shooting, dribbling,
Location: Mokena Elementary School-South Gym and foot-eye coordination, but the focus will be
Age: 4-5 teaching players how to play an organized game,
Day: Saturdays using a 3 v 3 format for maximum player
Dates Time Fee R/NR participation.
Jan 8- Feb 26 9-9:55am $70/$84 Instructor: Park District Staff
Jan 8- Feb 26 10-10:55am $70/$84 Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
Jan 8- Feb 26 11-11:55am $70/$84 Age: 4-5
After Dec 28 $75/$89 Day: Sundays
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Hockey Jan 9- Feb 27 1-1:55pm $70/$84
Jan 9- Feb 27 2-2:55pm $70/$84
Little SlapShooters Hockey—Skills Development
After Dec 28 $75/$89
This instructional program is designed for children
interested in learning the fundamentals of floor hockey
and having fun. Student to instructor ratio is 5:1, and
all activities are prepared and delivered by Park District Program Instructors Needed!
staff. Instruction will focus on shooting,
puck-handling, and hand-eye coordination.
Do you have high energy and love kids?
Instructor: Park District Staff Do you want to make money while
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center having fun? Come join the Mokena
Age: 4-5 Community Park District team! Program
Day: Monday Instructors can teach a variety of classes
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Oct 4- Nov 8 4:30-5:25pm $55/$66
ranging from sports to art. All lesson
After Oct 19 $60/$71 plans are provided. Interested applicants
can fill out an application from our
website. www.mokenapark.com
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 11Youth Programs
Art Bricks 4 Kids
Rock Painting Bricks 4 Kidz classes explore architecture,
Come and learn how to design a beautiful engineering and technology concepts using LEGO
Caribbean beach rock. We will work with Bricks. Students work hands-on to design and build
beautiful vibrant colors using acrylic paints and machines, tools and other constructions. While
varnish. Different techniques will be taught on how to exploring new concepts related to architecture,
design your own rock. Example: dragonfly scene, a engineering, manufacturing, and the environment,
creative abstract design, flower design or Kindness students develop problem solving and critical
rock sayings. Please bring a smock apron or old shirt thinking skills. Fun while learning!
to protect your clothing. All other supplies are
provided. Session 1: Ticket to Ride
Instructor: Bonnie Jean McElwain Dive into the mechanics of favorite amusement park
Location: Program Center rides in this imaginative unit. Students will construct
Age: 10-13 a Carousel Swing, Tilt a Whirl, Loop de Loop ride,
Day: Tuesday Swing boat ride, and Merry Go Round. Lessons
Dates Time Fee R/NR incorporate principles of physics, described in a way
Nov 2-23 6-7:15pm $35/$40 that children can understand, such as “G-force”
After Oct 25 $40/$45 inertia and momentum, as well as math concepts
such as “there are 360 degrees in a circle”.
Drawing and More! Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room
Taught by a graduate of the American Academy of Age: 6-12
Art, Miss Petey will teach new techniques and Day: Monday
improve your skills! We will use a variety of Dates Time Fee R/NR
subjects including: animals, landscapes, cartoons, ab- Sept 20-Nov 1 4:15-5:15pm $85/$90
stracts and still life. For all levels of ability. (No class 10/11)
Instructor: Petey Winkleman
Location: Program Center Session 2: Life Science
Grades: 1-6 Explore the fascinating science of living things and
Day: Wednesday build engaging models of creatures from caterpillars
Dates Time Fee R/NR to dinosaurs. During this six-week unit, students will
Sept 8-Oct 13 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 explore topics such as how the human body stays
After Sept 1 $57/$67 cool, the amazing life cycle of a butterfly, and
Oct 20-Dec 1 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 investigate the Venus Fly Trap -- a plant that eats
After Oct 13 $57/$67 bugs! If you love creatures, this is the class for you.
(No class 11/24) Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room
Age: 6-12
Young Artists Day: Monday
Miss Petey returns! In this variety Dates Time Fee R/NR
art class, students will experiment Nov 8-Dec 13 4:15-5:15pm $85/$90
with clay, tempera paints, water
colors, abstracts and much more. Critters
Students should bring an Critter Class
all-purpose art pad to class. Come learn about some
Instructor: Petey Winkleman of the world’s most
Location: Program Center misunderstood creatures and why they are a key
Age: 8-12 indicator for healthy ecosystems, as well as why they
Day: Monday are important for us to save them from extinction.
Dates Time Fee R/NR Each class will feature live animals.
Sept 13-Oct 18 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 Instructor: Crosstown Exotics
After Sept 6 $57/$67 Location: The Oaks, Walnut Room
Oct 25-Nov 29 4:30-5:30pm $52/$62 Age: 6-12
After Oct 18 $57/$67 Day: Thursday
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Sept 2-23 6:30-7:30pm $55/$65
12 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.comDance
Join Ms. Jenny and see what all the commotion is about and have fun while learning a new
dance style! From the graceful movements of Ballet to the quick beat of Hip-Hop/Jazz to
the synchronized sounds of taping toes we have it all! While having a great time learning a
new dance style, dancers will also learn how to count music and create rhythm patterns
of their own. White ballet shoes and black tap and jazz shoes should be worn for
appropriate classes. Pre-Ballet: This class will introduce the basic steps and positions in
ballet while learning a fun song and dance routine. Your child’s confidence and appreciation for the art form
will grow as they master new skills and make new friends. Ballet: This class provides an excellent background
for all types of dance. Coordination, strength and flexibility are complimented with the grace and poise
which ballet class offers. Tapping Toes: Hear the synchronized sounds of taping toes while we shuffle off to
Buffalo learning multiple tap techniques. Classes will include basic principles of tap through music and
movement exercises, with an emphasis on rhythm and timing. High Voltage Hip-Hop/Jazz: Learn the latest
street-style moves just like your favorite pop stars. Dance to the beat and get an excellent work-out while
improving muscle strength and flexibility. Fun choreography will be inspired by popular music. Lyrical: Learn
a dance style that uses aspects of ballet, jazz and modern while expressing a message!
Please note that parents are not to remain in the building and face coverings are required. (As of 8/1).
Please bring your own water bottle to class.
Grade is determined of Fall 2021. Age is determined by September 13, 2021.
Instructor: Jenny Diamond Location: Program Center Dance Room
Age: 3.5-4.5 Grades: 3-4
Day/Dates: Mondays/Sept 13-Dec 6 Days/Dates: Mondays/Sept 13-Dec 6
(No class 10/11 & 11/22) (No class 10/11 & 11/22)
Class Time Fee R/NR Class Time Fee R/NR
Pre-Ballet 5:15-5:45pm $90/$95 Tap 5:45-6:15pm $90/$95
Ballet 6:15-7pm $112/$118
Day/Dates: Fridays/Sept 17-Dec 10 Hip Hop Jazz 7-7:45pm $112/$118
(No class 11/12 & 11/26)
Class Time Fee R/NR Grades: 4-5
Pre-Ballet 4:15-4:45pm $90/$95 Days/Dates: Thursdays/Sept 16-Dec 9
(No class 11/11 & 11/25)
Age: 4.5-Kindergarten Class Time Fee R/NR
Days/Dates: Thursdays/Sept 16-Dec 9 Ballet 5:45-6:30pm $112/$118
(No class 11/11 & 11/25) Tap 6:30-7pm $90/$95
Class Time Fee R/NR Hip Hop Jazz 7-7:45pm $112/$118
Ballet 4:15-4:45pm $90/$95
Tap 4:45-5:15pm $90/$95 Grades: 5-7
Ballet 5:15-5:45pm $90/$95 Days/Dates: Wednesdays/Sept 15-Dec 8
(No class 11/10 & 11/24)
Kindergarten-1st Grade Class Time Fee R/NR
Days/Dates: Fridays/Sept 17-Dec 10 Hip Hop Jazz 6-6:45pm $112/$118
(No class 11/12 & 11/26) Tap 6:45-7:15pm $90/$95
Class Time Fee R/NR Lyrical 7:15-8pm $112/$118
Tap 4:45-5:15pm $90/$95
Ballet 5:15-5:45pm $90/$95 Grades: 8-10
Poms 5:45-6:15pm $90/$95 Days/Dates: Fridays/Sept 17-Dec 10
(No class 11/12 & 11/26)
Grades: 2-3 Class Time Fee R/NR
Days/Dates: Wednesdays/Sept 15-Dec 8 Hip Hop Jazz 6:15-7pm $112/$118
(No class 11/10 & 11/24) Lyrical 7-7:45pm $112/$118
Class Time Fee R/NR Tap 7:45-8:15pm $90/$95
Ballet 4:15-5pm $112/$118
Tap 5-5:30pm $90/$95 *Please note: There will be a $5 charge for anyone who
Hip Hop Jazz 5:30-6pm $90/$95 signs up after September 6th.
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 13Youth Programs
Gymnastics
Beginner Girls
Gym-Kinetics offers one of the largest facilities in the
This program will introduce your daughter to the
area with the latest equipment and experienced staff.
sport of gymnastics. Each student will learn basic
Resident participants registering through Mokena
tumbling skills along with introductory skills on the
Park District receive the discounted fees listed. Please
balance beam, uneven bars, and vault.
wear comfortable clothes: leotards or shorts with
Age: 5-6
t-shirts. No gym shoes, jewelry or tights.
Day Time Fee R/NR
Instructor: Gym-Kinetics Staff
Tue 4-5pm $145/$160
Location: Gym-Kinetics
Thur 5-6pm $145/$160
Dates: October 25-January 15 (11 weeks)
Sat 9-10am $145/$160
Age: 7-11
Mom & Mini
Day Time Fee R/NR
This program offers the opportunity to experience a
Mon 6-7pm $145/$160
wide range of gross motor activities while being
Thur 4-5pm $145/$160
introduced to the sport of gymnastics. Each class will
Sat 9-10am $145/$160
provide a new experience on the trampoline, balance
Sat 12-1pm $145/$160
beam, bars, and rings in a fun and safe environment.
Age: 2-3 w/adult Horseback Riding
Day Time Fee R/NR Horseback Riding Lessons
Sat 11-11:50am $138/$150 Get up and go! It’s time to ride at Nova Quarter
Horses! Fun for all ages at any riding level, no
3 Year Old Mini Gymnastics previous experience is needed. Come out to learn
Your child will experience many different gross both Western and English disciplines taught by our
motor activities along with the intro to gymnastics highly qualified trainers and instructors. We offer
skills, such as forward and backward rolls, both an indoor and outdoor arena, so Nova is able
cartwheels, trampoline, balance beams, and rings. to offer lessons year round. A 5-lesson card
Age: 3 includes 5 individual one hour group
Day Time Fee R/NR lessons. Helmets are available at parent’s request.
Tue 4-4:50pm $138/$150 Once your lesson card is purchased, call Nova to
Sat 12-12:50pm $138/$150 schedule your lessons at (708) 479-3696. There is a
limit of one 5-lesson card per family. Jeans and
4 & 5 Year Old Mini Gymnastics boots or hard soled shoes are required.
Your little one will start learning the beginner stages Location: Nova Quarter Horse Ranch
of tumbling and experience all of the different Age: 7 +
gymnastics apparatus along with many different Days/Dates/Time:
gross motor activities. Please call Nova to schedule your lessons.
Age: 4-5 (708) 479-3696
Day Time Fee R/NR Fee R/NR: $195/$220
Tue 5-5:50pm $138/$150
Tue 6-6:50pm $138/$150
Winter Horse Camp
Sat 12-12:50pm $138/$150
Come join Nova Quarter Horses for three fun filled
days of Winter Horse Camp! Each day will consist of
Ninja Zone
hands-on experience and a riding lesson. Guided by
Ninja Zone is the entry level to an all new sport
our experienced staff members, each participant
discipline inspired by gymnastics, martial arts,
will learn to saddle, bridle and groom their very own
obstacle course training, and street dance. Children
horse before taking them to the arena for the daily
learn combinations of flips, rolls, jumps, and kicks on
lesson. No need to worry about the weather outside,
strength & agility courses.
as the Nova office is heated and the barn and arena
Age: 4-5
are insulated and climate controlled. All skill levels
Day Time Fee R/NR
welcome. Jeans and hard soled shoes required.
Tue 6-6:50pm $145/$160
Location: Nova Quarter Horse Ranch
Thur 5-5:50pm $145/$160
Age: 7 +
Age: 6-9
Days Dates Time Fee R/NR
Day Time Fee R/NR
Mon-Wed Dec 27-29 10a-3p $260/$270
Wed 4-4:50pm $145/$160
Fri 11-11:50am $145/$160
14 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.comLanguage Magic
Zoom Spanish Classes for Kids—Live Magic Class
Join us right from your living room as we Children will have a great time as they learn a
explore new cultures and learn the Spanish language collection of fascinating and mesmerizing tricks!
via the interactive Zoom platform! Younger children Amaze family and friends with tricks that involve
will learn conversational Spanish through fun and cards, ropes, coins, mind-reading, and more. All
interactive activities and music while older children materials are provided, and each child receives a
will also learn some Spanish phonetics to begin magic kit to take home. New tricks are always taught
reading and writing in Spanish. Zoom login info will each class!
be emailed to participants before the first class. Instructor: Magic Team of Gary Kantor
Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center
Age: 7-11 Age: 5-12
Day: Thursdays Day/Date Time Fee R/NR
Dates Time Fee R/NR Thurs, Oct 14 5-5:55pm $22/$27
Sept 16-Oct 21 10:30-11:15am $75/$80 Mon, Dec 6 5-5:55pm $22/$27
Sept 16-Oct 21 6:15-7pm $75/$80
Oct 28-Dec 9 10:30-11:15am $75/$80 Yoga
(No Class 11/25) Kids Yoga and Music
Oct 28-Dec 9 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Yoga is for everyone! While listening to live
(No Class 11/25) acoustic guitar, participants will be mindful of
movement and meditate. This class will help you to
Parlez-vous Français? Lei parla Italiano? increase your ability to be calm, increase focus and
Zoom French and Italian Classes for Kids—Live confidence, and provide movement practice.
Join us right from your living room as we explore Instructor: Yoga Life Center Certified Instructors
new cultures and learn the French and Italian Location: Yoga Life Center
languages via the interactive Zoom platform! Each Age: 5-11
session covers new material. Zoom login info will be Day: Sunday
emailed to participants before the first class. Dates Time Fee R/NR
Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Sept 12 12-1:30pm $15/$18
Age: 7-11 Oct 10 12-1:30pm $15/$18
I Speak French Nov14 12-1:30pm $15/$18
Day: Mondays Dec 12 12-1:30pm $15/$18
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Sept 13-Oct 25 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Youth Yoga
(No Class 10/11) This program is unique because it is structured
Nov 1-Dec 13 6:15-7pm $75/$80 and progressive. Participants will work through
(No Class 11/22) traditional yoga sequences that are meant to
I Speak Italian improve mobility, calm, and focus. This 7-week class
Day: Wednesdays is centered around the traditional aspects of yoga.
Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Yoga Life Center Certified Instructors
Sept 15-Oct 20 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Location: Yoga Life Center
Oct 27-Dec 8 6:15-7pm $75/$80 Age: 8-14
(No Class 11/24) Day: Tuesday
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Vámonos Youth Spanish Club Sept 7-Oct 19 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122
Learning a second language can open a world of After Aug 31 $107/$127
possibilities for your child. In this class students will Nov 2-Dec14 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122
learn Spanish conversation and some Spanish After Oct 26 $107/$127
grammar, reading, and writing skills through Jan 11-Feb 22 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122
interactive and engaging activities. After Jan 4 $107/$127
Instructor: Language in Action, Inc. Day: Wednesday
Location: Program Center Dates Time Fee R/NR
Age: 6-11 Sept 8-Oct20 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122
Day: Tuesdays After Sept 1 $107/$127
Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 3-Dec 15 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122
Sept 14-Oct 19 5:30-6:15pm $75/$80 After Oct 27 $107/$122
Oct 26-Dec 7 5:30-6:15pm $75/$80 Jan 12-Feb23 4:45pm-5:45pm $102/$122
(No Class 11/23) After Jan 5 $107/$127
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 15Youth Athletics
PARTICIPANT CODE OF CONDUCT
Whether you are participating to learn a new skill or improve on something you learned earlier in life, please
note that our goal is to ensure that every participant has FUN. The following conduct guidelines serve as a
simple reminder that this is recreation, not professional sports:
Respect all participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Lead the way in creating a positive,
recreational atmosphere.
Avoid the use of foul or inappropriate language. Set positive examples for the community.
Refrain from inflicting bodily harm on participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Play to
have FUN.
Respect all equipment, supplies, and facilities provided by Mokena Community Park District.
Archery 2nd Grade Boys & Girls Recreational Basketball
League—5v5
Archery 101
Players register as an individual and are placed onto
Whether you are new or an experienced archer, come
teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached
out and enjoy 4 sessions of archery fun. Students
by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play
will learn safety, proper technique and form, range
10 games, and all teams qualify for the March
procedures, and etiquette. There will be lots of
Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are
shooting in each session, with challenges and fun
played on Saturday mornings/afternoons at The Oaks
competition mixed in. The staff at BowDoc Archery
Recreation & Fitness Center. Teams will practice once
are USA Archery certified coaches. BowDoc Archery
per week (if available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS
will supply all of the necessary equipment for this
should plan to attend and participate in drills at the
class. Please wear shoes that cover the entire foot,
player evaluation. Player Evaluation is Sunday,
sandals and flip flops are not allowed.
October 16 (9am-11am) at The Oaks Recreation and
Instructor: BowDoc Archery Staff
Fitness Center.
Location: BowDoc Archery
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
Age: 8-17
(Primary)
Day: Tuesday
Age: 2nd Grade
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary
Oct 5-26 7-8pm $75/$90
Dates Time Fee R/NR
After Sept 17 $80/$95
Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $125/$150
After Oct 6 $130/$155
Basketball
1st Grade Boys & Girls Recreational Basketball 3rd Grade Boys Recreational Basketball League—5v5
League—5v5 Players register as an individual and are placed onto
Players register as an individual and are placed onto teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached
teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play
by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March
play 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are
Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are played on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings/
played on Thursday evenings or Saturday mornings afternoons at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center.
at Mokena Elementary School. Teams will practice Teams will practice once per week (if available local
once per week (if available) at local schools. ALL schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and
PLAYERS should plan to attend and participate in participate in drills at the player evaluation. Fee
drills at the player evaluation. Player Evaluation is includes uniform. Player Evaluation is Tuesday,
Sunday, October 16 (11am-1pm) at The Oaks October 19 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation
Recreation and Fitness Center. and Fitness Center.
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
(Primary) (Primary)
Age: 1st Grade Age: 3rd Grade
Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary
Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR
Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $125/$150 Nov 1- March 5 Varies $130/$151
After Oct 6 $130/$155 After Oct 6 $135/$156
16 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.com4th Grade Boys Recreational Basketball 5TH & 6TH Grade Boys Recreational Basketball
League—5v5 League—5v5
Players register as an Players register as an individual and are placed onto
individual and are placed teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached by
onto teams by Park District volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play 12
staff, and teams are coached games, and all teams qualify for the March Madness
by volunteer parents. Each Tournament at season’s end. Games are played on
team is guaranteed to play Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings/afternoons
10 games, and all teams at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Teams will
qualify for the March practice once per week (if available) at local schools.
Madness Tournament at ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and scrimmage at
season’s end. Games are the player evaluation. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird
played on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 6. Player
or afternoons at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Evaluation is Wednesday, October 20 (6:30pm-8:30pm)
Center. Teams will practice once per week (if at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center.
available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
to attend and participate in drills at the player (Primary)
evaluation. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird Grade: 5-6
Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 6. Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary
Player Evaluation is Monday, October 18 Dates Time Fee R/NR
(6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174
Center. After Oct 6 $150/$179
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
(Primary) 5TH & 6TH Grade Girls Recreational Basketball
Grade: 4th League—5v5
Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary Players register as an individual and
Dates Time Fee R/NR are placed onto teams by Park District
Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $130/$151 staff, and teams are coached by
After Oct 6 $135/$156 volunteer parents. Each team is
guaranteed to play 12 games, and all
3rd & 4th Grade Girls Recreational Basketball teams qualify for the March Madness
League—5v5 Tournament at season’s end. Games
Players register as an individual and are placed onto are played on Thursday evenings and
teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached Saturday mornings/afternoons at The Oaks Recreation
by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to & Fitness Center. Teams will practice once per week (if
play 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to
Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are attend and scrimmage at the player evaluation. Fee
played on Thursday evenings and Saturday morn- includes uniform. Early Bird Registration deadline is
ings/afternoons at The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Wednesday, October 6. Player Evaluation is
Center. Teams will practice once per week (if Wednesday, October 20 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The
available) at local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan Mokena Junior High School.
to attend and participate in drills at the player Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
evaluation. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird (Primary)
Registration deadline is Wednesday, October 6. Age: 5th/6th Grade
Player Evaluation is Thursday, October 14 Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary
(6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Dates Time Fee R/NR
Center. Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center After Oct 6 $150/$179
(Primary)
Grade: 3-4
Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary
Dates Time Fee R/NR Volunteer Coaches Needed!
Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $130/$151
After Oct 6 $135/$156 If interested, please contact
(708) 390-2401. The league cannot run
without the help of volunteer coaches!
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 17Youth Athletics
7TH & 8TH Grade Boys Recreational Basketball VOLUNTEER COACHING
League—5v5 The park district relies on volunteers to coach
Players register as an individual and are placed onto teams in its recreational leagues. Experienced coach
teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached or new to the game, we’d love to have you be part of
by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play the team. If you are interested in volunteering your
12 games, and all teams qualify for the March time to coach a team, please contact the
Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are Administration Office at 708-390-2401. All
played on Wednesday or Thursday evenings and volunteer coaches must complete an application,
Saturday mornings/afternoons at Mokena Junior High liability waiver, and background check prior to the
School or the Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center. commencement of any coaching duties.
Teams will practice once per week (if available) at If you are interested in coaching but feel you don’t
local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and know enough to teach a sport, please know that the
scrimmage at the player evaluation. Fee includes park district does have a support system in place to
uniform. Early Bird Registration deadline is assist with your needs.
Wednesday, October 6. Player Evaluation is Thursday,
October 21 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at The Oaks Hockey
Recreation and Fitness Center Junior Slapshooters Hockey—Skill Development
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center This is a 6-week instructional program for youth
(Primary) ages 8-11, and activities are designed for players
Grade: 7-8 interested in learning the fundamentals of floor
Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary hockey and having fun. Student to instructor ratio
Dates Time Fee R/NR is 5:1, and all activities are prepared and delivered
Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174 by Park District staff. Instruction will focus on
After Oct 6 $150/$179 shooting, puck-handling, and hand-eye coordina-
tion. Park District will supply hockey sticks and
7TH & 8TH Grade Girls Recreational Basketball pucks.
League—5v5 Instructor: Park District Staff
Players register as an individual and are placed onto Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
teams by Park District staff, and teams are coached Day: Monday
by volunteer parents. Each team is guaranteed to play
12 games, and all teams qualify for the March Age: 8-9
Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are Dates Time Fee R/NR
played on Wednesday or Thursday evenings and Oct 4- Nov 8 4:30-5:15pm $55/$66
Saturday mornings/afternoons at Mokena Junior High After Oct 19 $60/$71
School or the Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center.
Teams will practice once per week (if available) at Ages: 10-11
local schools. ALL PLAYERS should plan to attend and Dates Time Fee R/NR
scrimmage at the player evaluation. Fee includes Oct 4- Nov 8 5:30-6:15pm $55/$66
uniform. Early Bird Registration deadline is After Oct 19 $60/$71
Wednesday, October 6. Player Evaluation is Thursday,
October 21 (6:30pm-8:30pm) at Mokena Junior High
Ninja
School.
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Ninja Class
(Primary) Come train like a Ninja Warrior! Kids will develop
Grade: 7-8 strength, speed, agility, balance, and coordination
Day: Saturday (Games); other days may vary on obstacles that replicate ones from American
Dates Time Fee R/NR Ninja Warrior. Kids will learn how to navigate
Nov 1- Mar 5 Varies $145/$174 obstacles correctly leading up to a group
After Oct 6 $150/$179 competition during the class.
Instructor: Park District Staff
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
Age: 7-14
Day: Monday-Wednesday
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Dec 20-22 9:30-11am $65/$78
After Oct 19 $70/$83
18 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.comVolleyball
G2VBC Youth Volleyball Academy
This is an 8-week instructional program for
children Grades 1st to 6th. Activities are
designed for players interested in learning the
fundamentals of volleyball and having fun.
The program focuses on maximum ball
touches and participation for the player, both
of which are instrumental for player
development. Student to instructor ratio is
10:1 and all activities are prepared and
delivered by G2VBC staff.
Instructor: G2VBC Staff
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
Day: Wednesdays
Grades: 1-4
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Oct 6- Nov 17 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78
After Sept 25 $70/$83
Dec 1- Jan 26 4:30-5:30pm $65/$78
After Nov 27 $70/$83
Grades: 5-8
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Oct 6- Nov 17 5:30-6:25pm $65/$78
After Sept 25 $70/$83
Dec 1- Jan 26 5:30-6:25pm $65/$78
After Nov 27 $70/$83
VolleyKidz USA—Skills and Drills Clinic
Improve your volleyball skills with 6 hours of
drills in setting, passing, overhand serving
and spiking. You will learn to overhand serve
and develop skills to play games. The lesson
plan directs the use of self-mastery training
and groups that help each student reach a
new level. Instructors will organize games at
the end of each clinic.
Instructor: VolleyKidz Staff
Location: Main Park
Day: Tuesdays
Ages: 7-10
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Sept 7-28 4-5:30pm $99/$109
After Sept 1 $104/$114
Oct 5-26 4-5:30pm $99/$109
After Sept 28 $104/$114
Ages: 11-14
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Sept 7-28 5:30-7pm $99/$109
After Sept 1 $104/$114
Oct 5-26 5:30-7pm $99/$109
After Sept 28 $104/$114
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 19Tween/Teen Programs
Art Cooking
Rock Designing Hot Chocolate Bombs
Come and learn how to design beautiful Get on the new hot chocolate bomb craze.
Caribbean beach rocks. We will be using bright Students will learn how to make their own hot
acrylic paints and varnish. Different techniques will be chocolate bombs. There will be plenty of sprinkles
taught on how to design your own rock. Ex: dragonfly for decorating and they will even make some to take
scene, a creative abstract design, flower design or home. Demo and hands-on. Please note any allergies
Kindness rock sayings. Please bring a smock apron or when you register.
old shirt to protect your clothing. Instructor: Lesley Shworles
Instructor: Bonnie Jean McElwain Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center
Location: Program Center Age: 10-15
Age: 10-13 Day: Saturday
Day: Tuesday Date Time Fee R/NR
Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 6 10am-12pm $50/$55
Nov 2-23 6-7:15pm $35/$40
After Oct 26 $40/$45
Language
Boho Necklace Art Zoom Spanish Classes for Middle School and
Let's make a personalize "Boho" necklace. We Jr. High School Students—Live
will paint a round wood piece that will be This class is a great supplement to middle
connected to a cord, painted with a design of your school or junior high Spanish classes or may also be
choice. You'll be able to create a necklace personalized taken by students not currently enrolled in a school
for you! We will use acrylic paint and varnish. This will Spanish class. Students will learn Spanish grammar
be a fun class! Please bring a smock apron or old shirt and communication skills that will give them a
to protect your clothing. All other supplies are strong foundation for high school Spanish. Zoom
provided. login information will be emailed to participants.
Instructor: Bonnie Jean McElwain Instructor: Language in Action, Inc.
Location: Program Center Grade: 6-8
Age: 13-17 Day: Tuesday
Day: Wednesday Dates Time Fee R/NR
Dates Time Fee R/NR Sept 14-Oct 19 4-4:45pm $75/$80
Oct 6-27 6-7:30pm $35/$40 Oct 26-Dec 7 4-4:45pm $75/$80
After Sept 29 $40/$45 (No Class 11/23)
Babysitting
Babysitter Training Zoom Spanish for High School Students—
This is a 2-day class which focuses on providing Live
the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and This class is a great supplement to high school
responsibly provide care for children and infants in Spanish classes or may also be taken by students not
the absence of parents. This training will help enrolled in a high school Spanish class. High school
participants to develop leadership skills, learn how to students will cover basic grammar points and
develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and vocabulary and practice conversational skills. Zoom
others safe, help children behave and learn about basic login information will be emailed to participants
child care and basic first aid. Certification for this before the first class.
class includes participant’s workbook, emergency Instructor: Language in Action, Inc.
guide and CD-Rom as well as an American Red Cross Grade: 9-12
Babysitters Training certificate. Attendance is required Day: Tuesday
for the entire two days to receive certificate. Please Dates Time Fee R/NR
provide your child with a snack. Sept 14-Oct 19 5:15-6:15pm $75/$80
Instructor: Donna Giove Oct 26-Dec 7 5:15-6:15pm $75/$80
Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center (No Class 11/23)
Age: 11-15
Day: Monday & Wednesday
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Sept 20 & 22 4:30-8pm $75/$80
Nov 15 & 17 4:30-8pm $75/$80
20 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.comTween/Teen Athletics
These leagues provide participants with the opportunity to learn new skills, improve on current skills, and
make new friends along the way. Please note that our goal is to ensure that every participant has FUN. The
following conduct guidelines serve as a simple reminder that this is recreation, not professional sports:
• Respect all participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Lead the way in creating a positive,
recreational atmosphere.
• Avoid the use of foul or inappropriate language. Set positive examples for the community.
• Refrain from inflicting bodily harm on participants, officials, Park District staff, and spectators. Play to
have FUN.
• Respect all equipment, supplies, and facilities provided by Mokena Community Park District.
Basketball JUNIOR / SENIOR BOYS RECREATIONAL
High School Girls Recreational Basketball BASKETBALL LEAGUE – 5 V 5
League—5v5 Players register as an individual and are drafted
Players register as an individual and are drafted onto teams by volunteer coaches. Each team is
onto teams by volunteer coaches. Each team is guaranteed to play 14 games, and all teams qualify
guaranteed to play 10 games, and all teams qualify for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end.
for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end. Games are played on Wednesday or Thursday
Most games are played on Sunday afternoons at evenings and Sunday afternoons at local schools,
local schools, LWSRA Recreation Center, and The LWSRA Recreation Center, and The Oaks Recreation
Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center. Teams will & Fitness Center. Teams will practice every other
practice every other week. ALL PLAYERS should plan week. Fee includes uniform. Early Bird
to attend and scrimmage at the player evaluation. Registration deadline is Thursday, October 29.
Fee includes uniform. Early Bird Registration Player Evaluation is Saturday, November 6
deadline is Thursday, October 29. Player Evaluation (1-2:30pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness
is Saturday, November 6 (4-5:30pm) at The Oaks Center.
Recreation and Fitness Center. Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center (Primary)
(Primary) Age: Junior/Senior
Age: Freshman-Senior Day: Sunday (Games); other days may vary
Day: Sunday (Games); other days may vary Dates Time Fee R/NR
Dates Time Fee R/NR Nov 15-March 5 Varies $165/$198
Nov 15-March 5 Varies $145/$174 After Oct 29 $170/$203
After Oct 29 $150/$179
Volleyball
Freshman/Sophomore Boys Recreational Volley Performance
Basketball League—5v5 Improve your vertical with 15 minutes of Volley
Players register as an individual and are drafted Performance training with the final 60 minutes of
onto teams by volunteer coaches. Each team is spiking drills from the left, middle and right-side of
guaranteed to play 14 games, and all teams qualify the court. Learning to spike transition sets from the
for the March Madness Tournament at season’s end. 10 ft line is introduced. Class drills keep player
Games are played on Wednesday or Thursday focused on reach and power while ploy-metrics
evenings and Sunday afternoons at local schools, training enhances vertical jump and game
LWSRA Recreation Center, and The Oaks Recreation performance.
& Fitness Center. Teams will practice every other Instructor: VolleyKidz Staff
week. Early Bird Registration deadline is Thursday, Location: Oaks Recreation Center
October 29. Player Evaluation is Saturday, November Day: Tuesdays
6 (2:30-4pm) at The Oaks Recreation and Fitness Ages: 11-15
Center. Dates Time Fee R/NR
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Sept 7-28 7:30-8:45pm $99/$109
Age: Freshman/Sophomore After Sept 1 $104/$114
Day: Sunday (Games); other days may vary Oct 5-26 7:30-8:45pm $99/$109
Dates Time Fee R/NR After Sept 28 $104/$114
Nov 15-March 5 Varies $165/$198
After Oct 29 $170/$203
10925 La Porte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448 | p: 708.390.2401 21Adult Leagues
ADULT LEAGUE REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
All participants must be 18 years of age by the date of the first contest (unless otherwise noted).
First-come, first-served. Returning teams do not receive priority registration.
Teams may pay 50% of the registration fee to secure a spot. Remaining balance must be paid by the
registration deadline.
Any team cancelling before the registration deadline will be charged 5% of the registration fee (minimum
$10). Refunds will not be issued to teams cancelling after the registration deadline.
There will be a $25 late fee for any team registering after the registration deadline.
Basketball Volleyball
Adult Basketball Leagues—5v5 Indoor Co-Ed Volleyball Leagues—6v6
Leagues are offered at Men’s 18+, Men’s 30+ levels, Leagues are offered at A, B, C, D, and 50+ levels.
Co-Ed, and Women’s. Each team is guaranteed to play Each team is guaranteed to play 10 matches, and
8 games, and the number of teams qualifying for the the number of teams qualifying for the playoffs will
playoffs will be determined by the number of be determined by the number of participating
participating teams. Team name and color must be teams. Team rosters must consist of a minimum of
submitted at registration, and rosters must consist of 6 players or a maximum of 12 players. Cash prizes
a minimum of 5 players or a maximum of 12 players. for winners of the regular season and playoffs.
Cash prizes for winners of the regular season and Captains’ meeting (for all leagues) will be
playoffs. Captains’ meeting (for all leagues) will be Wed., Jan. 5, 2022, 6:30pm at The Oaks Recreation &
Wednesday, January 12, 2022, 6:30pm at The Oaks Fitness Center. Early Bird Registration deadline is
Recreation & Fitness Center. Early Bird Registration Friday, December 24, 2021.
deadline is Friday, December 31, 2021. Age: 18 +
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center
Men’s 18 & Over League
Location: Mokena Junior High School A League Volleyball
Age: 18 + Day: Monday
Day: Monday Dates Time Fee R/NR
Dates Time Fee R/NR Jan 10-Apr 4 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375
Jan 17- Mar 28 7-9pm $515/$540 After Dec 24 $355/$380
After Dec 31 $520/$545
B League Volleyball
Men’s 30 & Over League Day: Tuesday
Location: Mokena Junior High School Dates Time Fee R/NR
Age: 30 + Jan 11-Apr 5 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375
Day: Tuesday After Dec 24 $355/$380
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Jan 18- Mar 29 7-9pm $515/$540 C League Volleyball
After Dec 31 $520/$545 Day: Tuesday
Dates Time Fee R/NR
Adult Co-Ed Basketball League Jan 11-Apr 5 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center After Dec 24 $355/$380
Age: 18+
Day: Friday D League Volleyball
Dates Time Fee R/NR Day: Wednesday
Jan 21- Apr 1 7-9pm $515/$540 Dates Time Fee R/NR
After Dec 31 $520/$545 Jan 12-Apr 6 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375
After Dec 24 $355/$380
Women’s Adult Basketball League
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center Adult 50+ League Volleyball
Age: 18+ Age: 50 +
Day: Friday Day: Monday
Dates Time Fee R/NR Dates Time Fee R/NR
Jan 21- Apr 1 7-9pm $515/$540 Jan 10-Apr 4 6:45-9:45pm $350/$375
After Dec 31 $520/$545 After Dec 24 $355/$380
22 Register online at www.mokenapark.com | e: info@mokenapark.comAdult Athletics/Programs
Cooking
FREE AGENCY
TikTok Cooking Trends
Want to play in a league, but don’t have a
Have you watched videos on some of the latest
team? Call the Administrative Office at food trends but are afraid to try? In this class
708-390-2401 and we’ll try to get you placed you will learn to make feta cheese and tomato pasta
on an existing team. If enough free agents are along with a few other latest trends to wow your
available, we will create a new team. Team friends.
placement is not guaranteed. Instructor: Lesley Shworles
Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center
G2VBC Adult All-Skills Volleyball Lessons Age: 18 +
This instructional program introduces new adult Day: Saturday
players and welcomes back past players at the Dates Time Fee R/NR
beginner level. G2VBC staff will teach technique Sept 25 10am-12pm $45/$50
and help participants build skills that will help After Sept 18 $50/$55
prepare them for recreational and
lower-intermediate match play. Activities will focus Dancing
around the team concept and cover the basics of Line Dancing—Intermediate
volleyball skills, specifically serving, passing, Maxine will teach two current intermediate level line
setting, blocking, and hitting. dances per session. Participants must have knowledge
Instructor: G2VBC Staff of the basics in line dancing for this class: Quarter
Location: Oaks Recreation and Fitness Center turns, half turns, triple forwards, back, and sides, and
Age: 18 + rock steps. This class is not for beginners. Join the
Day: Friday fun, get good exercise, and dance, dance, dance.
Dates Time Fee R/NR Instructor: Maxine Nowobilski
Oct 1-Nov 19 7-8pm $62/$74 Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center
After Sept 20 $67/$79 Age: 18 +
Dec 3-Jan 21 7-8pm $62/$74 Day: Wednesday
After Nov 22 $67/$79 Dates Time Fee R/NR
Sept 22-Nov 3 1-2pm $49/$58
Chess After Sept 15 $54/$63
Adult Chess Scholars Nov 17-Dec 15 1-2pm $25/$30
Chess Scholars adult After Nov 10 $30/$35
chess programs are
designed for a wide range of Line Dancing—Advanced
players, from absolute Maxine will teach one to two advanced line dances
beginners through an inter- per six-week session. Participants must have
mediate level ready for experience with intermediate level dances for this
tournament play. Chess stimulates cognitive, class. Most dances have complicated and syncopated
metacognitive, social and emotional development eight counts with lots of quarter, half and full turns.
in people of all ages! Our chess coaches will be Dance shoes are recommended. Expect thorough
covering such topics as how the pieces move, the teaching and review. Must of taken Maxine’s
concepts of check and checkmate, the relative value Intermediate class first in order to register for the
of the pieces and an introduction of strategy, advanced class!
tactics and basic endgames. Each class will begin Instructor: Maxine Nowobilski
with an instructional period and then we will play Location: The Oaks Recreation & Fitness Center
in-class games. A social and fun chess tournament Age: 18 +
will be held at the end of the session. Day: Friday
Instructor: Chess Scholars Dates Times Fee R/NR
Location: Frankfort Founders Community Center Sept 17-Oct 29 1-2pm $49/$58
Age: 18 + After Sept 10 $54/$63
Day: Wednesday Nov 5-Dec 17 1-2pm $49/$58
Dates Time Fee R/NR After Oct 29 $54/$63
Sept 29-Nov 3 5:45-6:45pm $125/$130
After Sept 21 $130/$125
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