Athletics

PROGRAM GUIDE

The West Chicago Park District offers a variety of athletic programs for youth and adults to enjoy indoor and outdoor sports. Learn soccer, basketball, baseball, pickleball, golf and more, and develop skills such as coordination, team work and resilliance.

Questions? Reach out to Recreation Manager, Andre Cobbs, to learn more at acobbs@we-goparks.org.

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Adult Athletics

Pickleball 101 - Beginner Pickleball Class

Location: ARC Center | Program Code: 101015

In this introduction to Pickleball class, participants will learn basic skills including: posture, ready position, grip, paddle angle, serve and return of serve, forehand and backhand shots, court positioning, two-bounce rule, scoring, and basic strategy.

Adult 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

Location: ARC Center | Program Code: 204708-01

Participants will compete in a round-robin tournament followed by single-elimination playoffs. Players must register individually but form their own teams. Games are self-officiated.

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Beginning Golf Clinic for Adults

Location: St. Andrews Golf & Country Club | Program Code: 204350-01

This highly-demanded program is designed for the relative newcomer to Golf. Each session will specialize in putting, chipping, and full-swing techniques.

Recreational Adult Pickleball Tournament

Location: St. Andrews Golf & Country Club | Program Code: 201020

Join us at the ARC Center for some fun and friendly competition! This tournament will feature a mixed-doubles Round Robin tournament followed by a single-elimination playoff. Fee includes gameplay, lunch, and prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. Players must form their own teams but register individually. Games are self-officiated.

Adult Gymnastics

Location: Simkus Recreation Center | Program Code: 215124-01

Looking to try something new or renew a passion? This adult class is for you! Work at your individual pace using mats and drills suited to your skill level. All levels are welcome!

Youth Athletics

Soccer Shots

Location: ARC Center | Program Code: 104300

Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in- class coaching, curriculum, and communication. Our coaches are the best-trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards.

Chicago Fire Soccer Camps

Location: ARC Center | Program Code: 204302

Chicago Fire Soccer Camps are the perfect way to introduce your child to the world’s fastest-growing youth sport and develop their soccer skills.

Youth Tee-Ball League

Location: Reed-Keppler Park | Program Code: 104100

In this coed league, participants will learn the basics of Baseball and Softball. Actual game and practice times are scheduled once teams are formed. Fees include a team hat and t-shirt. Requests for teams, players, coaches, and practice days are accepted, but cannot be guaranteed.