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Youth Athletics

Youth Indoor Coed Soccer
Boys and girls will learn different skills associated with soccer, shooting, trapping, passing, and dribbling. Emphasis will be on Fun, Learning, Participation, and Good Sportsmanship. Teams will meet once a week on Monday or Tuesday for practices and games will be played on Saturday mornings. All players and coaches will receive an award at the end of the season for their participation. Shin guards are required and they must be provided by the participant. We will need volunteer coaches to ensure the success of our league. If you volunteer as a coach, you will receive a $60.00 refund. Practice starts week of January 16th. Picture day will be February 4th.
Ages Date Day Game Times Fee Location
5-14


Jan. 21-March 10

Sat 9 am, 10 am. 11 am, 12 pm and 1 pm

1 child $70.00

2 children $65.00

3 or more
children
$60.00

Kennedy Middle School


Tumbling
Instructor:
KVPD Staff
Learn the basics of tumbling in these fun classes!  Classes will be offered for ages 3-5 and 6-10, and will focuses on skill development, flexibility, and coordination.  We encourage parents to participate with their child in the toddlers classes.  

Ages Date Day Time Fee Location
3-6

7-10


Session 2
Feb. 28-April 3

Tues
4:45 pm-5:45 pm

5:45 pm-6:45 pm


$30

Civic Auditorium


Aquafina MLB Pitch, Hit & Run
Boys and girls aged 7-14 have the opportunity to showcase their baseball and softball skills in the Aquafina MLB
Pitch, Hit & Run! Participants may advance to the team championship at US Cellular Stadium during a White Sox game and may qualify for the National Finals at the MLB All-Star Game! Register by April 2, no medal cleat allowed!
Ages Date Day Time Fee Location
7-14


April 3

Tues
5:00 pm


FREE

PNC River Road Softball Complex


Golf Lessons
Instructor:  PGA Golf Pro
Learn valuable life skills while playing the game of golf!  Interactive classes with PGA golf pros are designed to help kids, teens, and adults with their form and fundamentals. 

Ages Date Day Time Fee Location
14-17


April 7-April 28

Sat 10:00 am-11:00 am


$56

South Shores Golf Course


Taekwondo For Tiny Tigers
Instructor: ATA Black Belt Academy & Karate for Kids
Do you want to do something great for your children?  Learning the Korean martial art form known as Songahm will help your child develop discipline, confidence, concentration and self-control, all qualities that are important to a child’s growth.  Basic techniques including punching, kicking forms, and self defense are taught in this class.  Uniforms are required.  You can purchase one at ATA.  Each session is an 8 week course; 2 classes per week.      

Ages Date Day Time Fee Deadline Location
3-5


Feb. 21-April 7

April 24-June 14

Tues and Thrus 4:30-5:15 pm


$56 does notinclude uniform

Friday before each session
Northfield Square Mall
 

Karate for Kids and Adults Taekwondo
Instructor:  ATA Black Belt Academy & Karate for Kids
This class is for children and adults and is sure to strengthen your child’s discipline, confidence, concentration, and self-control.  Learning the Korean martial art form is known as Songahm taekwondo is a fun and beneficial opportunity.  Basic techniques including punching, kicking forms, and defense are taught in this class.  Uniforms are required. You can purchase on at ATA.  This is a great activity for parents to do with their children.

Ages Date Day Time Fee Deadline Location
6 and up

Feb. 21-April 7

April 24-June 14

Tues and Thrus 5:30-6:15 pm


$65 does notinclude uniform

Friday before each session
Northfield Square Mall


Sports & Sorts
Instructor: KVPD Staff
This fun filled class teaches little sportsters the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship, while introducing them to a variety of sports.  Kids will learn the basic fundamentals of basketball, baseball, soccer, flag football, hockey, and more!
Ages:
3-6 and 7-10
Location:
Lafeyette Elementary School
Fee:  $
28 per session

Date Day

Time
(Ages 3-6)

Time
(Ages 7-10)

 

March 1- April 5


Thurs.

5:00 pm-5:45 pm
5:45-6:30 pm


Intro to Bowling for Kids and Young Adults
Are you looking to start bowling? Our intro to bowling club will give you just the exercise and fun you are looking for this winter. Each session is 5 weeks, and it includes 2 games of bowling, shoe rental each week, and at the end of the 5 weeks you receive a free bowling ball with free drilling. You can register at Brookmont Bowling Center or at KVPD administrative office.

Ages Date Day Time Fee Location
5-21

Feb. 16-March 15

March 22-April 19

Thurs 5:30 pm (Kids)

6:00 pm (Adults)

$65

Brookmont Bowling Center


Summer in the Parks
This summer take advantage of a fun time with the Kankakee Valley Park District! KVPD staff will be out
and active this summer at your neighborhood park. We invite you to attend one or all of the dates. Staff will have activities for your children to participate in, so come out and enjoy some fun in the sun. This is free to attend and no registration is required. Look for KVPD staff to be in your neighborhood on the dates below.

Ages Date Day Time Fee Location
5-15

June 12 and July 17

June 14 and July 19

June 19 and July 24

June 21 and July 26

June 26 and July 31

June 28 and Aug. 2

July 10 and Aug. 7

July 12 and Aug. 9

Tues

Thurs

Tues

Thurs

Tues

Thurs

Tues

Thurs

1:00 pm-2:30 pm


FREE

Beckman Park

Strasma Park

McBroom Park

Jeffers Park

Kensington Park

Marycrest Park

Bird Park

Old Fair Park

 
Tennis Lessons
This program is designed for players with little to no experience.  The program will go through the basics of tennis; forehand, backhand, serve, volley, rules and games at the end.  Participants should bring their own rackets, water bottle, and towel.  Participants must wear gym shoes or tennis shoes.  No running shoes or open sandals or flip flops.  All tennis balls are provided.
Instructor:  Jeff Dupuis
Location: Cobb Park

PEE WEE
Ages:
4-6
Fee
: $40
Date:                           Day:                Time:

April 19-May 22            Tues                4:00 pm-4:30 pm

JUNIOR
Ages: 
7-14
Fee: $55
Date:                           Day:                Time:
April. 19-May 22           Tues                4:30 pm-5:30 pm


 


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