Activity Guide Winter 2019 | Page 49

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 49