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YOUTH & TEEN
© Jennifer Doran
ROCK CLIMBING
SKATEBOARDING
Youth Rock Climbing
Skateboard Lessons
Held at Ackerman SFC
Held at Newton Park
Age: 8-15
Learn basic top rope skills with an introduction to learning the ropes.
Teaches knot tying, rope management, understanding equipment used
and basic climbing commands followed by fun rock wall games and
activities. Anyone wanting more practice can stay for free open climb
afterwards. Min/Max: 6/ 12. (cs)
CODE
AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME R/NR FEE
113297 8-11 Sa Jan. 26 & Feb. 2 10am-12pm $15/$20
113298 12-15 Sa Feb. 9 & Feb. 16 10am-12pm $15/$20
HORSEMANSHIP
Age: 5-13
Appropriate for beginning and intermediate levels: beginners learn
how to start, stop, and turn, basic ramp riding, and tricks; intermediate
skaters learn skills based on ability. Skaters must bring a drink & wear
a helmet. Knee, elbow, and wrist guards strongly encouraged. Please
email [email protected] about a correct skateboard for
this class. Instructor: Frank Pope. Min/Max: 4/10. (ch)
CODE
AGE
DAY
DATE
TIME
R/NR FEE
113228 5-7 Tu Apr. 9-Apr. 30 4pm-5pm $85/$127
113229 8-13 Tu Apr. 9-Apr. 30 5pm-7pm $172/$258
FENCING
Fencing Lessons
Horsemanship Course
Held at Dunham Woods Farm - 9N755 Nesler Road, Elgin Held at Main Street Recreation Center
Age: 9-17
Join in the fun at Dunham Woods Farm with beginning riding
lessons! You’ll learn all about the proper ways to groom, tack, and
handle horses. In the saddle you will learn the basics of riding at
the walk and trot. Lessons will be held in our indoor arena during
inclement weather. First day of class is orientation and groundwork.
Riders should wear jeans or Jodhpur pants and hard soled riding or
hiking boots with a small, low heel. Bring an approved riding helmet
or bicycle helmet. Make up class held at the end of the 6 weeks.
Instructor: Dunham Woods Farm Staff. Min/Max: 1/4. (jm) Age: 8-13
Learn the beginning skills and techniques of this unique sport without
fighting. Fencing is an excellent sport for children and adults. It
combines coordination of relaxed and fast moves, and critical thinking
between attack and defensive strategies. Equipment is provided. Min/
Max: 6/15. (ch)
CODE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE
113110 Sa Jan. 26-Mar. 2 1:30pm-2:30pm $150/$225
113111 Sa Apr. 6-May 11 1:30pm-2:30pm $150/$225
NO CLASS: 3/30
CODE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE
113184 Sa Jan. 12-Feb. 16 11am-12pm $115/$175
113185 Sa Feb. 23-Apr. 6 11am-12pm $115/$175
113186 Sa Apr. 13-May 18 11am-12pm $115/$175
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