Menomonee Club for boys and girls



Winter 2009 Programs - Sports Programming - Creative Programming - Performing Arts Programming - Day School Programming - Scouting Programming Fall 2009 Programs - Sports Programming - Creative Programming - Performing Arts Programming - Scouting Programming Donations Registration League Information Locations	Indoor Soccer - register online Ages: 4-8 Come join Edgars Legzdins for some soccer fun. Edgars will teach boys and girls the “ins and outs” of soccer. Individual skill training is enhanced through sportsmanship and teamwork concepts. Edgars has been playing soccer all his life in club and overseas teams, as well as coaching soccer on the high school level. Edgars has trained U8, U9 and U13 boys and girls teams with the Pegasus Soccer Club in Deerfield and the Northbrook FC Soccer Club. Shin guards are recommended for this class. SOC-101 Monday 4:00–5:00 pm U8 Ages: 7–8 Member/Non-Member: $120/$160 Location: Drucker Center No class Monday, Oct 12 for Columbus Day. SOC-401 Thursday 3:45–4:30 pm U6 Ages: 4–6 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center Participants divided into age-appropriate groups. Flag Football Class - register online Grades: 1-2 Our Menomonee staff teaches the game of football from scratch. Have fun learning the basics of passing, catching, positioning, and strategy through skill training and thrilling scrimmage games. FTB-201 Tuesday 4:00–5:00 pm Grades: 1–2 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Waveland Park FTB-301 Wednesday 4:00–5:00 pm Grades: 1–2 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Waveland Park Flag Football League - register online Have a real football experience while playing with minimal physical contact. Practices are once weekly. Games are held on Saturday afternoons. One hour game time as scheduled, between 12:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Volunteer coaches needed! FTB-601 Practices on Fridays 4:00–5:30 pm Grades: 3–4 Member/Non-Member: $170/$210 Location: Waveland Park FTB-602 Practices on Fridays 4:00–5:30 pm Grades: 5–6 Member/Non-Member: $170/$210 Location: Waveland Park All League Games on Saturdays Gametime: One Hour Between 12:00–6:00 pm (exact time TBA) Location: Waveland Park Lil’ Kickers Soccer for Kids Ages: 18 months-5 years Lil’ Kickers is a non-competitive, introductory soccer and movement skills program for boys and girls ages 18 months to 5 years. In Lil’ Kickers we don’t just teach soccer to kids, but use soccer to teach kids about teamwork and cooperation. Lil’ Kickers is the ultimate child development program. For more information or to register for a class visit the Lil Kicker’s website at: http://www.chitownfutbol.com “Old Skool” All-Stars - register online Grades: 1-6 Join J.B. Schuck for his exciting new program. He will teach the (fun)-damentals of classic retro games such as dodgeball, kickball, whiffle-ball and more. This class is great fun for everyone! Don’t miss out on it! Sign up today for the classic sports everyone loves to play. SPO-101 Monday 5:30–6:30 pm Grades: 1–3; 4–6 Members/Non-Members: $170/$210 Location: Drucker Center No class Monday, Oct 12 for Columbus Day SPO-304 Wednesday 5:30–6:30 pm Grades: 1–3; 4–6 Members/Non-Members: $170/$210 Location: Drucker Center SPO-502 Friday 6:30–8:30 pm* Grades: 1–3; 4–6 Members/Non-Members: $225/$265 Location: Drucker Center SPO-601 Saturday 6:30–8:30 pm* Grades: 1–3; 4–6 Members/Non-Members: $225/$265 Location: Drucker Center It’s never too late to be an "Old Skool" All-Star. Come to the Friday or Saturday late night class and enjoy retro fun into the evening hours. Friday and Saturday night classes have more game time and an extra special “end of session” pizza and ice cream bash. So don’t delay, sign up today! Girls Running Club* - register online Grades: 3-6 This is a great program to foster a sense of strength for girls! Running Club is about more than just running; it’s a wonderful way to make new friends, learning basic running techniques together, and enjoying the bonding spirit of running. The program is designed to assist girls who have goals of running a 5K race or simply weekend fun-running. SPO-301 Wednesday 4:00–5:00 pm Grades: 3–6 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Waveland Park Tumbling - register online Grades: JK-6 Tumbling helps a child develop balance, coordination, and many other motor skills. Join this class to increase your flexibility while flip-flopping your way to a fun time! SPO-302 Wednesday 4:00–5:00 pm Grades: JK–3 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Old Town Triangle Building SPO-303 Wednesday 5:00–6:00 pm Grades: 1–6 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Old Town Triangle Building Basketball Game Time - register online Grades: 1-6 Calling all basketball nuts! Each week, players will practice basketball skills, pick new teams and play supervised, grade-appropriate games. Great fun for aspiring hoopsters. Participants will be divided into age-appropriate groups. BSK-201 Tuesday-Boys 4:30–5:30 pm Grades: 3–6 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center BSK-401 Thursday-Girls 4:30–5:30 pm Grades: 1–6 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center BSK-503 Friday-Boys 4:30–5:30 pm Grades: 1–2 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center Girls Sports Club - register online Grades: SK-3 Learn the fundamentals of various sports in a supportive atmosphere. Basic skills will be taught in organized team sports like flag football, soccer and field hockey. The program also features fun group games like Capture the Flag, Kickball and Sharks and Minnows. Girls will be divided into age-appropriate groups. SPO-501 Friday 4:00–5:00 pm Grades: SK–3 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Waveland Park Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago Ages: 7–17 yrs youth with physical disabilities RIC Programs for Caring for Kids provides year-round adaptive sports and recreation programs including two 4-week summer camps for youth ages 7–17 specifically with physical disabilities. Caring for Kids also offers weekly Sunday yoga and karate classes at the Drucker Center through Yoga for the Special Child and Thousand Wave Martial Arts and Self-Defense Center. For more information and registration, visit www.ric.org or contact 312-238-5001. One-on-One Little Hoopsters Youth Basketball Ages: 3–5 One-on-One’s dedicated instructors will conduct weekly 45-minute clinics as an introduction to basketball and physical fitness for you and your children. Classes will be adult interactive as participants learn the fundamentals of the sport with an emphasis on dribbling and ball handling. Classes will also include basic footwork and hand-eye coordination drills and games, as well as learning the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. Come have fun learning and getting better with One-on-One Basketball. For more information or to register for a class visit the website at www.1on1basketball.com. Stroller Strides All ages welcome Stroller Strides is a total fitness program that moms can do with their babies. It includes power walking or jogging and intervals of body toning using exercise tubing and the stroller. Taught by certified instructors (who are also moms), it's a great workout for any level of exerciser. Stroller Strides is also a wonderful support network. Through Stroller Strides classes you will support and connect with other moms, share advice, tips and most importantly laughter. Your first class is free! For more information, class schedule or to register for a free class, visit www.strollerstrides.net/chicago or contact Jackie Dorris, 773.593.3915, jackied@strollerstrides.net. Speed and Agility Camp for All Sports and General Fitness For Boys and Girls - register online Ages: 9-16 Tri-Fitness/Growing Strong is partnering with Menomonee Club for Boys and Girls to offer a speed and agility camp specifically designed for young athletes. The most important element of our camp is that the kids are having FUN while learning the techniques they need to perform better in sports. We teach the kids how to enhance their multi-directional speed, agility, coordination, strength, power and balance to improve their athleticism and general fitness. Our coaching staff has many years of experience training and coaching both youth and adult clients. All our coaches are certified Youth Fitness Specialist by the IYCA (International Youth Conditioning Association). The IYCA is the only specialized educational curriculum for coaches and trainers developing training programs for children and adolescents. SPO-602 Saturday 10:00–11:00 am Ages: 9–12 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center SPO-603 Saturday 11:00–12:00 pm Ages: 13–16 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center Judo - register online Ages: JK and Up Learn the classic Japanese Olympic sport as we teach it – with a modern twist. Our supportive staff will help you develop self-confidence, self-discipline, coordination and agility. Our successful program has been recognized by the United States Judo Federation for excellence in teaching and has produced many recent local, regional, national and international champions. Taught by Sensei Brett Wolf, a former national champion with over 20 years of experience. Returning students must check with Sensei for class level. Note: No Judo on election days! JUD-101 Monday Pre-Judo 1:30–2:30 pm \| Grades: JK–SK Member/Non-Member: $120/$160 Location: Drucker Center No class Monday, Oct 12 for Columbus Day. JUD-102 Monday Beginner/Intermediate 3:45–4:45 pm \| Grades: SK & Up Member/Non-Member: $120/$160 Location: Old Town Triangle Building No class Monday, Oct 12 for Columbus Day. JUD-103 Monday Advanced 4:45–6:15 pm \| Grades: 2 & Up Member/Non-Member: $135/$175 Location: Old Town Triangle Building No class Monday, Oct 12 for Columbus Day. JUD-201 Tuesday Beginner/Intermediate 3:30–4:30 pm \| Grades: SK & Up Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Old Town Triangle Building JUD-202 Tuesday Advanced 4:30–6:00 pm \| Grades: 2 & Up Member/Non-Member: $150/$190 Location: Old Town Triangle Building JUD-301 Wednesday Pre-Judo 10:00–11:00 am \| Grades: JK–SK Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center JUD-401 Thursday Intermediate 3:30–4:30 pm \| Grades: 1 & Up Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Old Town Triangle Building JUD-402 Thursday Beginner 4:30–5:30 pm \| Grades: SK & Up Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Old Town Triangle Building JUD-501 Friday Beginner 3:30–4:30 pm \| Grades: SK & Up Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Old Town Triangle Building JUD-502 Friday Intermediate/Advanced 4:30–6:00 pm \| Grades: 1 & Up Member/Non-Member: $150/$190 Location: Old Town Triangle Building JUD-601 Saturday Intermediate/Advanced 3:00–5:00 pm \| Grades: 1 & Up Member/Non-Member: $175/$215 Location: Drucker Center Taekwondo - register online Ages: 3 and Up This new action-packed class features the secret arts and awesome techniques of Taekwondo (a Korean martial art). An Olympic sport utilizing exciting blocks, kicks, and punches, Taekwondo also develops control and self-discipline. Taekwondo teaches techniques that can be used for both self-defense and competition. Students will be instructed by Grand Master Kidd, who is a certified and licensed instructor by the United States Taekwondo Union and holds a sixth degree black belt (World Taekwondo Federation). Grand Master Kidd is the highest ranked non-Korean martial artist in Illinois, and has over 20 years teaching experience. It is recommended for students to take classes twice weekly but it is not required. TAE-301 Wednesday 4:00–5:00 pm \| Grades: 1–8 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center TAE-402 Thursday Little Ninjas 2:30–3:00 pm \| Ages: 3–5 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center TAE-403 Thursday 4:00–5:00 pm \| Grades: 1–8 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center TAE-404 Thursday Advanced 5:15–6:00 pm \| Grades: 1–8 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center TAE-501 Friday Little Ninjas 3:30–4:00 pm \| Ages: 3–5 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center TAE-502 Friday 4:00–5:00 pm \| Grades:1–8 Member/Non-Member: $140/$180 Location: Drucker Center Fencing Club - register online Ages: 8 to Adult These classes will provide a great introduction to fencing and a forum for more advanced training. We’ll make this class fun as well as educational. Taught by Tsanko Hantov and Windy City Fencing. Tsanko Hantov competed in the 2000 Olympic Games and won a Bronze medal at the 2001 World Cup (England) in the Modern Pentathlon. Tsanko was a National Senior Champion in 1998 and a National Junior Champion in 1995 and 1996 men’s epee in Bulgaria. Tsanko has coached fencing for more than seven years, and has extensive experience training fencers at all levels. Tsanko has been the head coach at Windy City Fencing since 2005. He is a graduate of the National Sports Academy, Sofia, Bulgaria and is now the owner of Windy City Fencing, Inc. Instructor approval is needed for all advanced classes. For more information visit www.windycityfencing.com FEN-203 Tuesday Adult 7:30–9:00 pm \| Ages: Adult Member/Non-Member: $210 Location: Drucker Center FEN-301 Wednesday Beginner 6:00–7:00 pm \| Ages: 8–12 Member/Non-Member: $150/$190 Location: Drucker Center FEN-501 Friday Beginner 5:30–6:30 pm \| Ages: 8–12 Member/Non-Member: $150/$190 Location: Drucker Center FEN-601 Saturday Beginner 9:00–10:00 am \| Ages: 8–12 Member/Non-Member: $150/$190 Location: Drucker Center The Menomonee Club Fencing Team - register online Ages: 8 to 18 This team will combine a great introduction to fencing as well as allow a forum for more advanced training. Fencing team classes are fun and educational with games, drills and a lot of fencing! This program is designed to provide students with training programs and private lessons to prepare them for national-level competition. Taught by Tsanko Hantov and Windy City Fencing. (See Fencing Club description for more information on Tsanko Hantov.) Instructor approval is needed for advanced-level teams. Join one of three levels. FEN-801 Gold Team \| Ages: 13–18 Member/Non-Member: $300/$325 (per month) Practices: Practice 5 out of 5 days Monday 7:00–9:00 pm Wednesday 7:00–9:00 pm Thursday 7:00–9:00 pm Friday 6:30–9:00 pm (gold open to all fencers) Saturdays 11:30 am–1:30 pm Location: Drucker Center FEN-802 Silver Team \| Ages: 10–12 Member/Non-Member: $250/$275 (per month) Practices: Practice 3 out of 4 days Monday 5:30–7:00 pm Tuesday 6:00–7:30 pm Thursday 5:30–7:00 pm Saturday 10:00–11:30 am Location: Drucker Center FEN-803 Bronze Team \| Ages: 8–10 Member/Non-Member: $150/$175 (per month) Practices: Practice 2 out of 3 days Monday 4:30–5:30 pm Tuesday 5:00–6:00 pm Thursday 4:30–5:30 pm Location: Drucker Center FEN-804 Intermediate Fencing \| Ages: 10–12 Member/Non-Member: $170/$210 Includes 1 practice per week (except Saturdays) See Silver Team Practice Schedule Location: Drucker Center FEN-805 Advanced Fencing \| Ages: 13–18 Member/Non-Member: $185/$225 Includes 1 practice per week (except Saturdays) See Gold Team Practice Schedule Location: Drucker Center