PROGRAM GUIDE 2012 SPRING & SUMMER - Village of Bensenville

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PROGRAM GUIDE 2012 SPRING & SUMMER - Village of Bensenville
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2012
SPRING & SUMMER
PROGRAM GUIDE
PROGRAM GUIDE 2012 SPRING & SUMMER - Village of Bensenville
Staff
            Gary Thorsen              Bill Moreth                 Carol Marin            Steve VandenBranden
      Director of Recreation &     Facilities Manager         Front Desk Manager          Grounds Supervisor
      Community Programming         Edge Ice Arenas                 Registrar                630-670-1714
           630-670-1692             630-766-8888                 630-766-8888               svandenbranden
     gthorsen@bensenville.il.us wmoreth@bensenville.il.us   cmarin@bensenville.il.us       @bensenville.il.us
          Susan D’Aquila            Michael Murray                Gina Sullivan            Chicago Blues
      Figure Skating Director      Aquatic Director         Concessions Manager             Youth Hockey
          630-594-1107              630-594-1413                 630-302-4446              630-766-8888
     sdaquila@bensenville.il.us mmurray@bensenville.il.us gsullivan@bensenville.il.us

                                     Facility Information
Redmond Recreational Complex           Water’s Edge Aquatic Center               Green-Teen Zone
     The Edge II Ice Arena                The Edge I Ice Arena                Bensenville Teen Center
   735 East Jefferson Street                 545 John Street                    302 West Green St.
   Bensenville, Illinois 60106          Bensenville, Illinois 60106           Bensenville, Illinois 60106
        630-766-8888                          630-766-8888                         630-694-1809

           Table of Contents

   Membership Information                  3
   Public Skate                            4
   Bensenville Theatre Sundae’s Too 5
   Redmond Recreation Complex              6
   Chicago Steel                           7
   Aquatics Programs                       8-12
   Skating Programs                        13-15
   Hockey Programs                         16-17
   Teen Center                             18
   Community Events                        19
   Bensenville Park District               20
   Registration Form                       21
   Village Trustees                        22
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Water’s Edge – Pool Membership                            Public Skate Membership
        (includes Aqua-robics classes)                             (includes rental skates)

Annual Membership Resident         Non-resident   Annual Membership Resident                Non-resident
Individual          $125               $175       Individual          $125                     $175
Family              $150               $225       Family              $150                     $225
Senior              $100               $150       Senior              $100                     $150
Student             $100               $150       Student             $100                     $150

     Water’s Edge – Daily Fees                              Public Skate – Daily Fees
        (includes Aqua-robics classes)
                                                                     Resident         Non-Resident
      Resident              Non-Resident          Adult              $5.00              $7.00
      $2.00                 $4.00                 Child              $4.00              $5.00
                                                  Skate Rental       $3.00              $3.00
          Children Under 3 are FREE!
                                                                Adult Drop In Hockey
           Public Swim and                                                  $10.00
          Skate Membership                                           Stick & Helmet
   (includes Aqua-robics , and rental skates)    Parents and kids are invited to bring their own stick,
                                                 puck, and helmet to the ice and have some good old
Annual Membership Resident          Non-resident fashioned hockey fun. Adults are required to wear
Individual          $225                  $325   helmets and children are required to wear a helmet
Family              $275                  $425   with a face mask. Additional protective equipment
Senior              $175                  $275   such as shin pads and elbow pads is recommended.
Student             $175                  $275
                                                                       Parent and Child $10.00
                                                  Child only (under 12 years) $ 5.00 13 years and older $10.00

       New
    Membership
      Offers!

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The Bensenville Theatre, located in the downtown area of
Bensenville, is a two-screen cinema. Each theater holds 130
seats, which allows moviegoers to enjoy recent Hollywood
releases in an intimate setting.

Entrance to the theater is located in the Sundae’s Too Ice
Cream Shoppe.

Ticket Price: $4.00
Seniors:$2.00 until 5pm.

Birthday Parties
If you are looking for a location to host your birthday party
or special celebration, join us at the Bensenville Theatre/
Sundae’s Too!

Package 1
Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink and Small Popcorn                      Corporate Events
$7.00 per person + tax                                          Join us for your special celebration!

Package 2                                                       Hold your company’s next business meeting, holiday party
Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink, Small Popcorn, plus an After Mov-     or employee training session at the Bensenville Theatre/
ie Hot Dog and 16 oz. Soft Drink                                Sundae’s Too!
$8.50 per person + tax
                                                                Our large screens accommodate power point presentations
Package 3                                                       and videos.
Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink, Small Popcorn, plus an After Mov-
ie Single Dip Ice Cream and a 16 oz. Soft Drink                 We can accommodate a wide variety of special packages
$9.00 per person + tax                                          for any corporate event. Would you like a catered meal
                                                                with beverages? We’d be happy to help you out.
Package 4
Movie, 16 oz. Soft Drink, Small Popcorn, plus an After Mov-     For more information contact 630-860-1404, ext 2.
ie Hot Dog, Single Dip Ice Cream and a 16 oz. Soft Drink
$10.00 per person + tax                                         *Outside food and beverages are not allowed in Sundae’s
                                                                Too or the Theatre.
Would you like something different? Contact us for addi-
tional options!

School Events and Field Trips
The Bensenville Theatre and Sundae’s too is just the place
for your school outing or special event.

We’d be happy to play your favorite movie and accommo-
date your students at any time during the day. Just pull up
your school bus, drop off your students and enjoy a morn-
ing or afternoon of fun!

Call us for details at 630-860-1404, ext 2.
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The 88-acre Redmond Recreational Complex houses di-                 Climbing Wall - High Ropes Course
verse activities that are continuously upgraded and im-             Are you looking for team building exercises? Take ad-
proved to meet your changing recreational needs.                    vantage of our climbing wall and high ropes course. Con-
                                                                    tact 630-766-8888 for pricing and availability.
Park Hours: 7:00 am to Sunset

Category Descriptions
Youth Resident
Serving groups organized as non-profit and comprised
predominately (at least 60%) of Bensenville residents. This
category would include School Districts 2, 100 and Village
sponsored functions.

Bensenville Business Sponsored Youth Groups
Serving groups organized and sponsored by a Bensenville
Business as non-profit and comprised predominately of
Bensenville youths.

Adult Residents (18 years and older)
Serving groups, organizations, and/or individuals com-
prised predominately (at least 60%) of Bensenville resi-
dents. This category will also include Bensenville busi-
nesses with 60% employee participation.

Non-resident (Youth/Adult)
All non-residents of Bensenville Village boundaries.

Corporate (Picnics/outings)
Non-resident rates apply with per person fee below.
Pavilion          Up to 50 people
         ($3.00 for each additional person after 50)
Gazebo            Up to 25 people
         ($3.00 for each additional person after 25)

Facility Rental Fees
                          Youth Organization           Adult Resident                   Adult Non-resident
        Pavilion          $50.00 per day*              $75.00 per day*+                 $150.00 per day*+

        Gazebo            $25.00 per day*              $50.00 per day                   $125.00 per day

        Soccer Field      No charge                    $200.00 per game**               $250.00 per game**
                                                       (2 hour limit)                   (2 hour limit)
                                                       East or West Half $150.00        East or West Half $175.00
                                                       Lights additional $75.00         Lights additional $75.00

        Baseball Fields   No charge                    $125.00 per game**               $175.00 per game**
                                                       Lights additional $75.00         Lights additional $75.00
                                                       (2hour 15 minute limit)          (2hour 15 minute limit)

        *Deposit of $100.00 required - VISA and MasterCard accepted (Refund will be determined after clean-up)
                                     **Tournament pricing available upon request
                                           +Corporate rental rates see above

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The Chicago Steel is a member of the
                                                 United States Hockey League - the only
                                                premier Tier 1 Junior A Hockey League in
                                                the United States. The USHL is dedicated
                                                      to advancing the education &
                                                       careers of our players to the
                                                     collegiate & professional level.

Games Played At: The Edge Ice Arena - 735 East Jefferson Street - Bensenville, IL 60106
   Phone: 630-594-1161 - Fax: 630-594-1112 - www.chicagosteelhockeyteam.com
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Child Party Admission   $3.00    Exclusive and Non–Exclusive
                                 Party options, call the Aquat-
Child Party Skate Rental $2.00   ic Center for pricing and
Adult Party Admission   $5.00    availability at
                                 630-594-1413.
Adult Party Skate Rental $3.00
Room Rental $25.00 per hour

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Pool Admission Fees                                              The Water’s Edge will be closed the following dates:
                      Resident        Non-resident
Adults/Seniors            $2                $4                   May 28, 2012                        Memorial Day
Children 3-18             $2                $4                   July 4, 2012                        Independence Day
Children Under 3          FREE              FREE                 July 22, 2012-August 4, 2012        Annual Maintenance
                                                                 September 3, 2012                   Labor Day
Public Swim Times
Monday - Friday             8:00 am - 3:30 pm                    Pool schedule is subject to change without notice.
Friday                     6:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday                   12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sunday                     12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
This schedule is subject to change without notice.               Aqua-robics
                                                                 The Water’ Edge Aquatic Center offers aqua-robics to par-
Registration Guidelines                                          ticipants of all ages. This is a no impact cardio work out
Registration will be accepted at the Edge Ice Arena at 735       designed to help you lose those extra pounds without the
E. Jefferson, and the pool deck at 545 John Street. The          stress on your joints. All classes are held in our dive well
Edge Ice Arena, will be taking registration from 9 am to 9       while you are suspended in the water. Flotation devices
pm. Residents of Bensenville will be required to show            are provided. Classes are FREE with your membership, or
proof of residence at time of registration. Non residents        simply pay the daily entrance fee to join.
are welcome to participate in all aquatic programs. Non
residents are people who do not pay taxes to the Village of
Bensenville.
                                                                 Yoqua
REGISTRATION DEADLINE                                            Using water resistance as a way to get strong and stay in
Class registration deadline is 1 week before the start of        shape is a cool workout and one that leaves you wanting
class. The Edge Ice Arena is committed to giving our swim-       for more. We work with proper breathing techniques and
mers the highest quality of instruction and taking pride in      a meditation focus while you are suspended in deep water
preparation for class. “Walk-Ins” jeopardize this structure      during the exercises. If you do not know swimming, do not
and a $10.00 late fee will be applied. Registration will only    fret. Your safety is very important to us, we have many
be taken if there is class availability, and participants have   floatation devices available for your use, as well as a highly
manager approval.                                                trained lifeguard staff to ensure safety at the facility.

Refund/Missed Class Policy
There will be no refunds or make-up lessons for missed
classes. There is a $10 per class withdrawal fee for the can-
cellation. If a participant must withdraw from classes be-
cause of a medical reason, a full or partial refund or credit
may be given if proper documentation is supplied at the
time of cancellation. All refunds or credits may only be
granted if approved by the Aquatics Supervisor.

The Water’s Edge Facility
The Water’s Edge is located at the Edge Ice Arena 545 John
Street. The aquatic facility offers diving boards in a 13-foot
diving well, and an 8-lane, 25-yard pool ranging from 5 feet
to 6 feet deep. To access this facility, patrons are asked to
enter the main entrance of the building and enter the pool
through the locker rooms located on the West Side of the
building through the bathrooms. The pool cashier is con-
veniently located on the pool deck for you. All patrons us-
ing the facility MUST present and display a valid state is-
sued ID, or Water’s Edge membership card.
PROGRAM GUIDE 2012 SPRING & SUMMER - Village of Bensenville
The American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program
The American Red Cross Learn–to-Swim program is designed to
give students a positive learning experience. This program teach-
es aquatic safety skills in a logical progression through six levels
of courses. The objective of this program is to teach children to
swim and be safe in, on and around the water.

Session Dates
Spring I           3/11/12- 4/21/12        6 Weeks
Spring II          4/22/12–5/26/12         6 Weeks
Summer I           6/3/12-7/14/12          6 Weeks
                   (No classes 7/4/12, Make-up day 7/18/12)
Summer II          08/5/12-9/1/12          4 Weeks

Course Descriptions                                                    Parent and Child Aquatics
Level 1-Introduction to Water Skills
                                                                       Ages 6 months-5 years
The objective of level one is to help students feel comfortable in
                                                                       Resident $70 Non-resident $80
the water and to enjoy the water safely. Child must be comfort-
able without parent in the water.
                                                                       This will help develop swimming readiness by leading parents and
                                                                       their children in water exploration activities with the objectives of
Level 2- Fundamental Aquatic Skills
                                                                       having fun and becoming comfortable in the water. Children may
Students who wish to enter this course must have a Level 1 Cer-
                                                                       not pass through Parent and Child Aquatic lessons until the age of
tificate or must be able to demonstrate all the completion re-
                                                                       three. (One child per parent)
quirements in Level 1. The objective of Level 2 is to give students
success with fundamental skills. Students learn to float without
                                                                       Saturday: 9:00 am-9:30 am
support and recover to a vertical position. Students also explore
simultaneous and alternating arm and leg actions on the front
and back to lay the foundation for future strokes.
                                                                       Level 1 and Level 2
Level 3-Stroke Development                                             Resident $70 Non-resident $80          6 week sessions
Students entering this course must have a Level 2 Certificate or       Resident $50 Non-resident $60          4 week sessions
be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level
2. Students learn to coordinate the front and back crawl, and
learn elements of the butterfly.                                                      No lessons 7/4/12    Make-up day 7/18/12

Level 4- Stroke Improvement
Students entering this course must have a Level 3 Certificate or                Monday:             6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level                                     6:35 pm - 7:05 pm
3. In this level students improve their skills and increase their
endurance by swimming familiar strokes (front and back crawl)
and introduce the fundamentals of the butterfly, side stroke,                   Wednesday:          6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
elementary back stroke, and the breast stroke.                                                      6:35 pm - 7:05 pm

Level 5- Stroke Refinement
Students entering this course must have a Level 4 Certificate or                Saturday:           9:30 am - 10:00 am
be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level                                     10:05 am - 10:35 am
4. This course develops the coordination and refinement of the                                      10:40 am - 11:10 am
strokes. Starts and turns are introduced at this level.                                             11:15 am - 11:45 am

Level 6- Swimming and Skill Proficiency
Students entering this course must have a Level 5 Certificate or                Sunday:             9:30 am - 10:00 am
be able to demonstrate all the completion requirements in Level                                     10:05 am - 10:35 am
5. In this level we refine all six strokes and prepare the swimmer                                  10:40 am - 11:10 am
for competitive swimming. This class includes personal water                                        11:15 am - 11:45 am
safety, fundamentals of diving, fitness swimming and lifeguard
readiness.

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Private and Semi-Private Lessons
Level 3, Level 4, Level 5 and Level 6                               Times and dates vary, they are based on your needs and instructor
Resident $80 Non-resident $90        6 week sessions                availability. They are available in English, Spanish and Polish. This
Resident $70 Non-resident $80        4 week sessions                program is recommended to be done in conjunction with group
                                                                    swim lessons. Please call the Aquatic Director, to set up a swim
                                                                    time and instructor prior to registration.
         Monday:            6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
                            6:50 pm - 7:35 pm                       Adaptive Aquatic Lessons.
                                                                    These lessons are designed for those who have mental and or
                                                                    physical limitations. Please contact the Aquatic Director for more
         Wednesday:         6:00 pm - 6:45 pm                       information.
                            6:50 pm - 7:35 pm
                                                                    Team Building, Facility Rentals and Birthday Parties
                                                                    What ever you or your organization is looking for the Water’s Edge
         Saturday:          9:30 am - 10:15 am                      Aquatic Center can provide a safe and fun environment. Contact
                            10:20 am - 11:05 am                     the aquatic director to schedule your teambuilding workshop,
                            11:10 am - 11:55 am                     pool rental, or birthday party.

         Sunday:            9:30 am - 10:15 am
                            10:20 am - 11:05 am
                            11:10 am - 11:55 am                     Bensenville Wahoo Swim Team
                                                                    Pre-Season Stroke Clinics
Teen/Adult Lesson                                                   Ages: 6-18
Resident $60      Non-resident $75                                  Season: 4/3/12-5/24/12

These lessons are for teenagers and adults who wish to learn how
to swim. This course follows the American Red Cross Learn-to-       Practice is Tuesday and Thursday 6:00pm-7:30pm
Swim Program.
Thursday: 6:45pm-7:30pm                                             Fees:
                                                                    Current Wahoos               $100.00
Diving Lessons
Resident $60   Non-Resident $75                                     Residents                    $125.00

This class teaches the fundamentals of diving for competition and   Non-Residents                $175.00
recreational divers. Class space is limited to 10 participants.
Thursday: 6:00pm-6:45pm

                                                                                     Ask about our multiple swimmer
                                                                                                discount!

                                                                                       For more information call the
                                                                                           WAHOO HOTLINE at
                                                                                              630-594-1106
American Red Cross Health and Safety Programs                         RULES FOR SANITATION
The Water’s Edge Aquatic Center is proud to offer the fol-                 Soap showers are required before entering the pool deck.
lowing American Red Cross Health and Safety programs:                      Shoulder length hair must be tied up or in a bathing cap.
    Automated External Defibrillator                                       No street shoes are permitted on deck.
    Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation                                          Street shoes must be removed before entering the shower
    Water Safety Instructor                                                area.
                                                                           Proper swim attire must be worn in the pool; white or gray
    Child and Infant CPR
                                                                           shirts can be worn over proper swim attire. Everyone on
    Lifeguard Instructor                                                   deck must be dressed to swim (whether you get in the
    Standard First Aid                                                     water or not).
    Basic Water Rescue                                                     Persons having bandages, open sores, cuts, etc. are ad-
    CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer                                   vised not to swim.
    Safety Training for Swim Coaches                                       No food or glass containers are allowed in the pool area
    Oxygen Administration                                                  All children not able to use the restrooms must wear tight
                                                                           fitting rubber or plastic pants under their swimsuit as stat-
    Pet First Aid and Safety                                               ed by the Health Department.
    Small Craft Safety: Canoeing and Kayaking                         SAFETY REGULATIONS ACCORDING TO THE
                                                                      DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
Lifeguard Training/First Aid/CPR for the Pro Rescuer                       An adult in the water must accompany children under 7
This course is designed to train individuals in the skills nec-            years of age.
essary to save a life around an aquatic setting. All students              Children 12 and under must have an adult present.
must attend all class sessions to receive certification, and               No running, rough play or boisterous behavior is allowed
must pass a pre-course swimming skills evaluation on the                   in the pool area.
first night. This evaluation consists of a 300 yard swim, and              No diving in shallow water 9 feet or less.
retrieving a 10 pound object from 10 feet of water. Any                    Non-swimmers must stay in the lap pool only.
student who does not pass the pre-course session can                       Inflatable toys are not allowed in either pool; including
                                                                           water wings, inner tubes, etc.
transfer their registration fee into the learn to swim pro-
                                                                           Child safety seats or strollers are not allowed in the pool
gram. We also offer, by appointment, challenges in the
                                                                           area.
above curriculum. For further information on ARC classes
                                                                           No one is allowed to enter the pool until the lifeguards or
contact the Aquatic Director at 630-670-4665.                              instructors are in position.
                                                                           Everyone must clear the pool once the lifeguard has
Scuba                                                                      blown the whistle.
Open Water Scuba Certification – Pool & Course Sections - $285             Jumping and/or standing on flotation devices is strictly
                                                                           prohibited.
The Water’s Edge Aquatic Center, in conjunction with Learn Scu-            Notify swimmers in a lane before you enter and start
ba Chicago, offer the entry level scuba course: Open Water Scuba           swimming. Current swimmers have the right of way.
Certification. Participants must be 12 years old.                          If there are more than two swimmers per lane, you must
The cost includes:                                                         swim counterclockwise (stay to the right side of the lane).
·     The PADI online eLearning Open Water course – students               Use of starting blocks are prohibited during open swim.
complete the course work at home on their own schedule.               DIVE WELL POLICY
·     Pool sessions – 5 pool dives over 3 sessions. Students will
                                                                           Only one person on the diving board at a time.
be able to select from available pool time offerings and complete
                                                                           Toys or flotation devices are not allowed in the diving well.
the pool dives on their schedule.
                                                                           (Excluding noodles)
·     Equipment – All scuba gear except for mask, fins and snor-
kels will be provided. Students must obtain their own mask, fins           No goggles allowed, masks only.
and snorkel – and can either purchase them independently or                Divers must exit before next diver may take their turn.
from stock available through Learn Scuba Chicago. You will also            Masks or snorkels are not allowed off of the diving board
need a swim suit and a towel is a good idea. Upon completion,              at any time. They are however, allowed for swimming if
the student still needs to complete 4 open water dives. Learn              individuals can properly demonstrate clearing the mask of
Scuba Chicago offers those classes through the dive park in                water, while submerged. Standard goggles are not al-
Kankakee from May through September. Students can also elect               lowed in the dive well at any time.
to transfer their education to a warm water destination (Florida,          The dive well will be typically closed during open swim
Caribbean, etc.) and complete the certification there. Feel free to        hours and may be opened at a manager’s discretion.
direct any questions to capt.bob@learnscubachicago.com or             The lifeguard(s) on duty are responsible for enforcing the above
(773) 599-DIVE (3483).                                                rules and any additional policies to ensure the safety of all swim-
                                                                      mers and staff. The Water’s Edge Aquatic Director and staff reserve
                                                                      the right to close any lap lanes or pool areas at any time.

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Learn To Skate                                                         Learn To Skate Basic Information
The Edge Ice Arena offers Learn To Skate classes for all ag-           Skate Rental - Figure and hockey skates are available to
es, beginning from 3 years old to adult and all abilities.             rent for $2.00 per lesson for Learn To Skate classes and
Whether you are an aspiring future Olympian or just want to            $3.00 for every Public Skate. For your convenience, skate
skate for the fun and exercise, there is a class for you. Our          rental punch cards are available for Learn To Skate classes
experienced, professional figure skating staff is eager to             only. Punch cards are non-refundable if lost or stolen.
share their knowledge and love of the sport. Reasonably                Dress for warmth but no need to bulk. Light jackets or
priced classes are offered during the week and Saturdays to            sweatshirts are usually fine. Pants or sweatpants are pre-
accommodate busy schedules. For more information re-                   ferred, no snow pants or snowsuit. GLOVES ARE A MUST.
garding group skating lessons or private instruction, contact          Helmets are optional.
the figure skating director.
                                                                       Skaters progressing to freestyle levels are required to
Basic Class Information                                                wear figure skating attire, no jeans permitted.
Detailed class descriptions are available at the front desk.
All Learn To Skate classes are held at The Edge Ice Arena -            Classes meet once a week, but you may enroll in more
John Street.                                                           than one class for a discounted price. Most classes run 40
                                                                       minutes. Tot classes are 30 minutes of instruction and 10
Tots - Beginning skaters between the ages of 3-5 years old.            minutes of fun time. Parents only are permitted to join
                                                                       them on the ice during this time (skate rental fees apply if
Pre-Alpha 1 - Beginning skaters ages 6 and older.                      needed).

Alpha - Forward skating skills, stroking and crossovers. Pre-          Make-up Policy
requisite pre-alpha or instructor approval.                            Make-ups will be permitted ONLY if class spaces allows.
                                                                       Only 1 make-up per session. Skater must obtain a “make-
Beta - Backward skating skills, back crossovers,                       up” slip prior to showing up for class. No class make-ups
t-stops, and turns. Pre-requisite Alpha or instructor approval.        on the first 2 weeks of a session or last week of a session.
                                                                       NO MAKE-UPS WILL BE PERMITTED DURING THE WINTER
Gamma - Advanced review of above and variety of turns.                 SESSION.
Pre-requisite Beta or instructor approval.
                                                                       Refund Policy
Delta - Advanced review of above, turns, edges, and lunges.            Refund requests and or credits will be granted only until
Pre-requisite Gamma or instructor approval.                            the end of the second week of classes, less the fee of clas-
                                                                       ses attended. Registration fee is non-refundable. Full re-
Freestyle Levels - Variety of footwork, jumps, spins, varying          funds and credits will be given only in cases of medical
in difficulty by skill level. Pre-requisite Delta for FS 1, FS 1 for   necessity, with a doctor’s note.
FS 2, FS 2 for FS 3, etc. or figure skating director approval.
                                                                       Registration Fee
Teen/Adult - Open to all adults. No skill level required. In-          There is a yearly registration and processing fee of $15.00.
struction is geared toward each individuals ability. Students          Registration fee includes membership to the Ice Skating
are encouraged in a non-intimating environment.                        Institute, the largest recreational figure skating organiza-
                                                                       tion in the country (non-refundable). Registration fee will
Synchronized Skating– Synchronized Skating , a fast grow-              be waived if skater can provide proof of current ISI mem-
ing discipline, consists of 8-20 skaters moving as one. Skat-          bership. Copy of card must accompany class registration.
ers experience teamwork, skills building, and long lasting
friendships. Call for more information.                                REGISTRATION DEADLINE
                                                                       Class registration deadline is 1 week before the start of
                                                                       class. The Edge Ice Arena is committed to giving our skat-
                                                                       ers the highest quality of instruction and taking pride in
                                                                       preparation for class. “Walk-Ins” jeopardize this structure
                                                                       and a $10.00 late fee will be applied. Registration will only
                                                                       be taken if there is class availability.
Learn to Skate

Spring Session
3/14/12-5/26/12               11 Weeks
Session Includes: Class Instruction once per week

Class Fees
Tot                           $88.00
Pre-Alpha                     $110.00
Teen/Adult                    $110.00
Alpha-Delta                   $132.00
Freestyle (Wed)               $132.00
Freestyle (Sat)               $154.00                                Specialty Classes

                                                                     Off Ice Conditioning                 $88.00
                   5% Amusement Tax not included.
                                                                     Ballet                               $99.00
          Director reserves the right to cancel or combine classes   Axel                                 $88.00
          Minimum 4 skater per class, maximum 10 skater per class    Intro Class                          $88.00
Learn to Skate Classes at a Glance
Tot Classes - 30 minutes
         Wed. 4:00 - 4:30 pm                                         Specialty Class Schedules
         Wed. 4:40 - 5:10 pm
         Sat.     10:20 - 10:50 am                                   Off Ice Conditioning
         Sat.     11:00 - 11:30 am                                            Wed. 4:00 - 4:35 pm
                                                                              Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm
Pre-Alpha 1 & 2 Classes - 40 minutes                                          Sat.    11:00 - 11:40 am
        Wed. 4:00 - 4:40 pm
        Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm                                          Ballet
        Sat.      10:20 - 11:00 am                                            Sat.     9:10 - 10:00 am
        Sat.      11:00 - 11:40 am                                            Sat.     10:10 - 11:00 am

Alpha and Beta Classes - 40 minutes
        Wed. 4:00 - 4:40 pm                                          On Ice Supplemental Classes
        Sat.    10:20 - 11:00 am                                     Axel/Dlb Jump (FS4/5/6)
        Sat.    11:00 - 11:40 am                                             Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm

Gamma and Delta Classes - 40 minutes                                 Intro to Freestyle
      Wed. 4:00 - 4:40 pm                                                     Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm
      Sat.    10:20 - 11:00 am                                                Sat.     11:00 - 11:40 am

Teen/Adult Class - 40 minutes                                        Intro to Team Skating / Crystal Edges
       Sat.      11:00 - 11:40 am                                                    Sat.      11:00 - 11:40 am

Freestyle Classes - 40/50 minutes
         Wed. 4:40 - 5:20 pm (All Levels)
         Sat.    8:10 - 9:00 am (FS 1-5)
         Sat.    9:10-10:00 am (FS 6 and above)

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Summer Session                                                  Learn-to-Skate Summer Camps
6/20/12-8/11/12             8 Weeks                             (Pre-Alpha to Delta skaters)
(Wednesday, July 4th classes will be held Tuesday July 3rd.)

Summer Lean-To-Skate and                                        July 16-20, 2012      9:00am-2:00pm
Basic Ice Skater Training for                                   Daily camp will include the following on and off
Alpha-Delta Skaters                                             ice classes:
Includes on and off ice training. Skaters will learn stretch
and core exercises related to figure skating, proper skating       Power and Skills
body positions, jumping , rotation exercises with time for         Ballet and Conditioning
dance and music interpretation. On ice classes include skill       Activities and Swimming
review with incorporation of new maneuvers. Skaters must
have gym shoes and proper attire for off ice classes (skating
or ballet clothes).
                                                                Edge Ice Arena International
Minimum 4 registrations per class.                              Skating Training Camps
                                                                An intensive program for the competitive figure
Director reserves the right to combine classes if needed.
                                                                skater. Day includes on ice skills classes, off ice
                                                                conditioning and dance, and practice session.
Schedules
                                                                More information is available at the Edge Ice Are-
                                                                na, or contact the Figure Skating Director.
Wednesdays
Alpha/Beta/Gamma/Delta/FS

3:50-4:10 pm (off ice)
4:20-5:00 pm (on ice)

Tots/Pre-Alpha
3:50-4:20 pm

Saturdays
Freestyle

8:40-9:00 am (off ice)
9:10-9:50 am (on ice)

Alpha/Beta/Gamma/Delta/FS

10:00-10:40 am (on ice)
10:50-11:10 am (off ice)

Tots/Pre-Alpha
10:00-10:30 am
This is not a school sponsored activity

  Session Dates /     The Chicago Blues have a great learn to skate program that is designed for
                      boys and girls ages 4-14 years of age. This program will cover all the basics
   Times / Price      in order to get your child to a higher level. The USA Hockey certified direc-
                      tors will cover the following:
10 classes for only   Forward skating, stopping, starting, turns, the proper skating stance and
                      much more.
     $99.00
                      Players will need the following equipment:
                      Helmet with a cage, elbow pads, shin
 The summer pick      guards, hockey gloves, stick and
   10 program         skates (Skate Rental is available)
                      Players will receive one free
                      Blues Jersey per year
Pick from any 10
classes based
on the schedule.
                                                             All classes take place at the
                      If you miss a class:
                      You can make one up on a Wednesday     John St Arena:
Classes held          or a Saturday….
morning, afternoon                                           545 John St
                      You can sign up for:
and evenings.         Wednesday only,                        Bensenville, IL 60106
                      Saturday only or sign up for both
                      days….
Monday—Friday
                      Session already started?
                      You can join even if the session has
May—August            Already started….

Email or call for     This program is for:
                      Children who have never skated to
Schedule              children who have only a little
                      experience…….

  To sign up log onto: www.Chicagoblueshockey.org
                     Or for more information:
   Call 630.766.8888 or email RNewburg@Chicagoblueshockey.org

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i  Session Dates / Times /
s                              The Junior Blues Hockey Program is a Minor Mite - Pee Wee
                               House League that stresses fun and top-flight instruction in
P   May - August               an introductory format with high-quality instruction from USA
r       Tuesday                Hockey-certified instructors. This feeder program places doz-
o            &                 ens of players each year onto competitive travel hockey
g                              teams.
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r                              The Junior Blues house league program is designed to teach
a                              all the fundamentals to kids in order to ensure they are ready
m $200.00 per                  to become part of the Blues. This is a developmental hockey
             Session           program that focuses on skating, shooting, passing and all
i                              other facets of the game that will prepare your child to move
s       1 day option is up to the next level. The junior blues program will also play ex-
            available          hibition practices against other youth developmental hockey
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                               program to give the kids a taste of competition and playing in
e         Half session
                               other rinks.
s             option
                               The ice slots are broken down on a daily basis as follows: 15
i           Available          minutes of skating, 15-20 minutes of station work that will fo-
g      Email or call for cus on shooting, passing, skating and various other skills, 15
n           schedule           minutes of scrimmage time and the final 10 minutes will be
e                              back to skating. The program is designed to teach the kids
d    All classes take place at
                               skating, the best way to be a successful player is to be a great
t    the John St Arena:        Session already start? You can join the league in progress
o    545 John St
                               In Pre-Hockey? You can move up at any time
     Bensenville, IL 60106
p                              How are the teams broken down? By age and talent
r                              Is the program fun? Have fun while becoming a player
e                              Can I do 1 day per week? Yes, with directors permission
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a       To sign up log onto: www.Chicagoblueshockey.org
r                         Or for more information:
e       Call 630.766.8888 or email RNewburg@Chicagoblueshockey.org
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     ou to be on a team…..
The Green Teen Zone is a FREE drop-in
center for Bensenville Middle School stu-
dents(grades 6-8).

                                               Our mission is to provide Bensenville
                                               Middle School students with a safe
                                               place to go after school and create a
                                               supervised environment in which the
                                               students can be engaged in positive,
                                               affordable activities to build character,
                                               reinforce education and promote
                                               healthy development.

The Green Teen Zone is a place where
youth can get involved in a number of ar-
tistic, educational, and athletic activities
that embrace Bensenville’s community
values and expectations.

                                                 Monday - Friday 3:00pm to 7:00pm

                                                    Thursday 2:00pm to 7:00pm.

                                                       Free Snack and Supper!

                                                   www.greenteenzone.ning.com
                                                         (630) 694-1809

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Village of Bensenville                                                                                           Edge Ice Arenas
       Enrollment Form                                                                                      Water’s Edge Aquatic Center
       Phone: 630-766-8888                                                                                          Fax: 630-594-1143
 Name of Parent or Guardian (First & Last)
 Address:
 City & Zip:                                    Home Phone:
 Cell Phone:                                    Email Address:
 Emergency Contact:                             Emergency Phone:
 Health Information: Please list all medical conditions the participant may have including allergies.

                                           Birth Date
 Participant Name                        (mm/dd/yyyy)                           Session                 Skating Swimming                          Day            Time             Fee
                                                                                                         Level    Level

                                                                                                   $15 ISI Registration Fee (skating only):
                                                                                             5% Amusement Tax (excluding swimming):
                                                                                                                          Total Due:

           Payment Method:                     Cash        Credit     Check #_______
                                         CALL FOR PAYMENT OPTIONS
                                     OR SEND CHECK WITH THIS FORM TO:
                              Edge Ice Arena 735 E. Jefferson Bensenville, Il 60106
Program Waiver:
PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT, SWIMMING AND SKATING EQUIPMENT RENTAL AGREEMENT, RELEASE OF LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK BY SIGNING THIS DOCU-
MENT YOU ARE ENTERING INTO A CONTRACT WHEREIN YOU MAY BE WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO Sue. TO The Edge Ice Arenas (“Arena”), Water’s Edge
Aquatic Center (“Aquatic Center”), the Village of Bensenville, their owners, directors, agents, employees, and/or representatives of the above listed organizations.
ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I am aware that ice skating and swimming involve certain inherent risks, dangers and hazards which can result in serious personal injury or death. I am also aware
that ice skating arenas and the aquatic center contain potential dangers to the ice skating and swimming public. As such, I hereby freely agree to assume and accept any and all known and
unknown risks of injury while participating in ice skating and aquatic center activities. I further recognize and acknowledge that the risks inherent in the sport of ice skating and swimming
can be greatly reduced by taking lessons, abiding by the Skater Responsibility Code and the Swimming Responsibility Code (now known as your “Responsibility Code”) and by using common
sense.
RELEASE AND WAIVER OF CLAIMS AGREEMENT: In consideration of allowing me to participate in the Arena’s Ice Skating programs and the Aquatic Center’s swimming lessons; in considera-
tion of the loan or rental to me of skating and swimming equipment, I hereby agree to the fullest, and extent permitted by law as follows: 1. TO ACCEPT FOR USE AS IS any equipment loaned
or rented to me and to keep it in my possession at all times.
2. TO WAIVE ANY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have or may in the future have against the Arena and the Aquatic Center, any of the parties named above and/or the Rental Shop and 3. TO RE-
LEASE the Arena, the Aquatic Center and any party named above and/or the Rental Shop from any and all liability for any loss, damage, injury or expense that I may suffer, or that my next of
kin may suffer, arising from the ice skating and swimming programs at the Arena and the Aquatic Center and as a result of my participation in the Arena’s ice skating programs and the
Aquatic Center’s swimming programs and the use of the equipment loaned or rented to me, due to any cause whatsoever, including negligence of breach of contract regarding the design,
manufacture, selection, installation, maintenance or adjustment of the equipment and in the operation, supervision, design, or maintenance of the Arena and the Aquatic Center.
ARBITRATION: In consideration of allowing me to participate in the Arena’s ice skating programs and the Aquatic Center’s lessons, and in the consideration of the loan or rental to me of ice
skating and swimming equipment, I hereby agree to submit to binding arbitration any and all claims which I believe I may have against the Arena and the Aquatic Center’s, the above named
parties and/or the Rental Shop arising from my participation in the Arena’s ice skating programs and the Aquatic Center’s swimming programs and use of the equipment loaned or rented to
me. The arbitration shall be pursuant to the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitrators shall apply the Federal Rules of Evidence to all proceedings. Arbitration shall be
commenced within one (1) year from the date on which any alleged claim first arose. Further, the arbitration shall be held in the town where the Arena and Aquatic Center is located, unless
otherwise mutually agreed to by all parties. The submission to the American Arbitration Association shall be unlimited and the arbitration award may be enforced by any court of competent
jurisdiction.
BINDING EFFECT OF AGREEMENT: In the event of my death or incapacity, this Agreement shall be effective and binding upon heirs, next of kin, executors, administrators, assigns and repre-
sentatives. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: In entering into this Agreement, I am not relying upon any oral or written representation other than what is set forth in this Agreement I HAVE READ AND
UNDERSTAND THIS AGREEMENT AND I AM AWARE THAT BY SIGNING THIS AGREEMENT I AM WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE THE ARENA AND THE AQUATIC

Participant Signature:                                                                                                                          Date:
                      (If participant is Under 18 Legal Guardian must sign)
Parent/Guardian Signature:                                                                                                                      Date:                            19
BOARD OF ELECTED
    OFFICIALS

                     Village President:
                         Frank Soto

  Trustee:              Trustee:                 Trustee:
Morris Bartlett       Robert Jarecki        Martin O’Connell, III

  Trustee:               Trustee:                 Trustee:

                   Village of Bensenville
                  12 South Center Street
                   Bensenville, IL 60106
                  Phone: (630) 766-8200

  Registrations will be accepted at The Edge Ice Arena
                735 East Jefferson Street
                  Bensenville, IL 60106
      Any questions, please contact 630-766-8888

                  WWW.BENSVILLE.IL.US
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