Sports, Health, & Fitness Heartsaver CPR / AED - Getting Certified Learn how to save a life! Through this class you will become certified through the American Heart Association in Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and the application of First Aid. Adult, children and infant ages will be covered along with the management of a choking victim. If you are a healthcare provider in need of certification, please call the park district office for further information. You may bring a snack or a lunch to class for break time.
"Little Swingers" Fall Tee Ball Camp 3 & 4 year olds
Zumba® Join Zumba, it may be just the thing to give you back your zing! Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will blow you away. The goal is simple: We want you to want to work out, to love working out, and to get hooked. Zumba fanatics achieve long term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exhilarating hour of caloric-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate for life! Join Lisa Glancy, your instructor, for an hour of high energy, low impact, fun that will leave you wanting more, more, more.
Kickboxing Feeling the stresses of today’s economy? Looking for an economical way to Let It Go? Bring your friends and neighbors and give kickboxing a try. This kickboxing class will get you into shape while decreasing your stress level. Taught by our certified instructor, Roseanna Baccega, you will have an opportunity to work with a kickboxing bag, gloves, and hit mitts. All fitness levels are welcome. This user friendly class is instructed with a focus on self-defense techniques. A truly great workout with excellent results!
Family Fun Day at Little Star Ranch Little Star Ranch, where little horses are the star attraction, offers horse experience on a smaller scale with miniature horses. You’re invited to have fun and explore the magic of miniature horses while making Saturday a day to remember. Games, prizes, art, horse care, grooming, pony rides and more is what you’ll enjoy while at the ranch. All of the activities are geared to learn on small horses and can be applied to all horses. Don’t miss this exciting fun filled day. A miniature horse personality shines bright and the love and joy he/she brings is bigger than the sky.
Farm Fun Day at Little Star Ranch Little Star Ranch, where little horses are the star attraction, offers horse experience on a smaller scale with miniature horses. You’re invited to have fun and explore the magic of miniature horses while making Saturday a day to remember. Games, prizes, art, horse care, grooming, pony rides and more is what you’ll enjoy while at the ranch. All of the activities are geared to learn on small horses and can be applied to all horses. Don’t miss this exciting fun filled day. A miniature horse personality shines bright and the love and joy he/she brings is bigger than the sky.
Fall Family Fun Night at Nova - Horse Riding Event Enjoy an evening at the Ranch. Your fun-filled night will include hands on grooming and saddling, a riding lesson and includes a hot dog, chips and a drink meal. The lesson will take place out on the trail, weather permitting, otherwise we will use our indoor riding arena. Experienced or novice, everyone is sure to have a great time.
Ladies Night Out Ladies…get your girlfriends together for a night of horseback riding at Nova Quarter Horses! Don’t miss out on the opportunity for some adult girl time doing something out of the ordinary. Skilled and beginner riders are welcome and refreshments will follow the ride.
T'ai Chi Quigong (prounounced Tie-chee-chee-gung) Qigong is the art and science of self-healing through gentle movement, relaxed belly breathing, and softly focused attention. It is an easy and enjoyable way of bringing healing to the body, stillness to the mind, and joy to the spirit. With just a little practice, you will experience a stronger immune system, fewer aches and pains, and an ever-growing feeling of well being. In just a few years, T’ai Chi Qigong has become the fastest growing segment of the health and fitness field. Come and find out why!
Karate Karate is an ancient, controlled contact sport. Come and learn this ancient art under the supervision of our instructor Sensei Peggy Mitchell, who has brought this program to Manhattan for almost 20 years. Mitchell is a nationally- internationally certified martial arts instructor with a master’s rank. Progressing from one belt to another is determined by the amount of hours of training as well as performance. Learn discipline and self control while having fun. All ages are welcome, mom and dad too!
Pilates We are pleased to once again offer our popular Pilates class taught by our Yoga instructor, Jenn. This class will focus on conditioning the body from the inside out through intensive core exercises that strengthen the “powerhouse” center. Floor and standing exercises will emphasize pliable strength and balanced musculature. Please bring a sticky mat, 3-lb. weights, and a water bottle to class. (Students may use 2 large water bottles instead of 3-lb. weights).
Yoga Join our experienced instructor, Jenn, as she brings Yoga to our Program Center. Students will build strength, flexibility, and stamina through active Vinyasa flows. This class will pair athleticism and relaxation to suit any fitness level through challenging progressions and focused rests. Shed stress through this great workout! Please bring a sticky mat and a water bottle to class.
Tom Kats Gymnastics Welcome back to our traveling gym! This program is designed to meet your child’s motor and developmental needs. Using the fitness geared program, we improve gross motor skills and enhance your child’s confidence, responsibility, attention span, strength and flexibility. Our popular, experienced instructor, Tom Sierakowski, ensures the highest standards in your child’s development. Our instructor has over 25 years experience in gymnastics and physical education. He consistently strives to make gymnastics a very positive experience. Safety, fun and physical/ mental enrichment are his top priorities.
Tottercise - Easing the Parent-Child Separation Ages 2 to 4 yrs. Ease the parent/child separation by enrolling your tot into a half-hour program of fun, learning and friends. This active program helps to get your tot ready for those school years ahead. Tots will learn basic tumbling, small dances, finger plays, hopping, skipping, jumping and games. No parents are present during this class. This is a drop-of class. Because of the ages of the participants, you may sit at the table in the back of the multi-purpose room. If the instructor feels that a child is not quite ready for this class, a refund will be promptly issued.
Men's Open Gym Basketball Come on out and join the guys for a friendly night of Open Gym Basketball! This hoop event is for men 21 years and older. No pre-registration is needed; it’s on a pay as you go basis. Just bring your gym shoes and show up at the Wilson Creek Elementary School Gym on Gougar Rd. Enter through door at back of building. You can come as often as you like, and bring your friends!
Youth Basketball - K, 1st & 2nd, 3rd & 4th Grades - Time To Hoop It Up! Our youth basketball program is designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball, stress the importance of sportsmanship, and provide equal play. This is a drop-off class!
Youth Basketball - 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th Grades - Dribble, Pass and Shoot with Us! This program will focus on learning and practicing the fundamentals of the game of basketball. Practices and drills will be run every week. The emphasis here will be on sportsmanship and fun! Schedules with dates and time will be given out at the first practice. Form and waiver must be completed and signed by parent or guardian at time of registration. This is a drop-off class.
Dodge Ball Anyone can play dodge ball! Teamwork and strategy are more valuable factors in dodge ball than athletic skill and individual competitiveness. Dodge ball is safe and enjoyable with rubber coated foam balls, safety-conscious rules and a festive atmosphere. Join Coach Dave today and find out for yourself just how much fun you can have indoors with dodge ball. This is a drop-off class.
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