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WINTER/SPRING 2020 REGISTRATION BEGINS - December 9 2019 REGISTRATION ENDS - January 10 2020
WHAT IS SLSF?
Special Leisure Service Foundation (SLSF), a 501(c)(3) non-profit
ABOUT NWSRA foundation, is the fundraising arm of Northwest Special Recreation
Association.
Northwest Special Recreation Association
(NWSRA) provides outstanding opportunities
through recreation for children and adults
MISSION STATEMENT
We exist to support and promote outstanding opportunities through
with disabilities. As a partnership between recreation for children and adults with disabilities in cooperation with
17 member Park Districts, NWSRA provides Northwest Special Recreation Association.
over 2,000 recreational programs annually.
Programs include day camps, weekly
programs, trips, special events, cultural arts FOUNDATION DOLLARS PROVIDE
and more. Founded in 1974, NWSRA: • Transportation
• Programs
• Collectively addresses the financial and social • Inclusion
responsibilities set forth by the unfunded ADA • Scholarships
mandate and inclusion of individuals with • Athletics
disabilities
• Pools resources and funding to address the GET INVOLVED!
need for services and accessible public parks To learn more about donating, sponsoring or volunteering, please visit
and facilities www.slsf.me or contact Cathy Splett by e-mail at csplett@slsf.me
or call at 847/392-2848.
• Centralizes a team of staff to collectively
address best practices and trends affecting
individuals with disabilities
• Increases the range of inclusive services for
individuals with any type of disability provided
within member communities
NWSRA has received the National Recreation
and Park Association Excellence in Inclusion
Award, given to one organization throughout
the nation that has proven its leadership in the
promotion of inclusion and diversity initiatives.
For more information on NWSRA, visit www.
nwsra.org, call us at 847/392-2848 or e-mail
marketing@nwsra.org.
CONNECT WITH US
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MISSION, VISION, VALUES WINTER/SPRING PROGRAMMING
MISSION
Monday, January 27 - Saturday, April 25
We exist to provide outstanding opportunities through Please note that program dates vary. Please check
recreation for children and adults with disabilities. individual program dates.
VISION
BROCHURE ONLINE
To be a leading force, creating greater options that Friday, December 6
enrich the life experiences of the participants, families REGISTRATION BEGINS:
and communities we serve. Monday, December 9 at 8:30 am
VALUES REGISTRATION ENDS:
• Teamwork: Support each other and work together Friday, January 10 at 5:00 pm
• Respect: Be open, honest and kind
• Enthusiasm: Exceed expectations PROGRAM GUIDE
• Collaboration: Combine resources to achieve RECREATION PROGRAMS
common goals Swimming ......................................................................................... 5
• Communication: Listen, share and adapt Cultural Arts ................................................................................ 6 - 7
Athletics/Bowling ......................................................................... 8 - 13
Early Childhood ......................................................................... 14 - 15
Camps ....................................................................................... 16 - 17
STAR Academy .............................................................................. 24
SibShops .......................................................................................... 18
Youth & Teens .......................................................................... 19 - 24
Sensory Therapy ........................................................................... 27
Adult Afternoon Extension Programs ....................................... 28
Adults ........................................................................................ 29 - 41
Inclusion .......................................................................................... 25
Clubs ......................................................................................... 42-50
GENERAL INFORMATION
ADA Compliance Statement ........................................ 53
Facility Locations ........................................................... 51
Fair Play at NWSRA .................................................... 52
Illness Guidelines ........................................................ 52
Inclusion Process ......................................................... 53
Program Information .................................................... 54
Severe Weather Guidelines ............................................. 53
KEY TO ABBREVIATIONS Special Notices ....................................................... 54-55
AUT = Autism Spectrum Staff ........................................................................... 4
Transportation ............................................................. 54
ID = Intellectual Disability
P = Physical Disability REGISTRATION
V = Visual Disability Dispensing of Medication Information ............................ 55
Family Member Registration Form ................................. 56
Registration Forms ................................................... 57-58
KEY TO CERTIFICATIONS Registration Information ................................................ 55
CFRE = Certified Fund Raising Executive Seizure Information ...................................................... 57
CPE = Certified Play Expert Personal Care and Participant Information..................... 59-60
CPRP = Certified Park & Recreation Professional FOUR WAYS TO REGISTER
CTRS = Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
DSP = Direct Service Provider
PATH = Professional Association of
1 MAIL IN OR DROP OFF
NWSRA 3000 W. Central Rd., Suite 205
Therapeutic Horsemanship Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
QIDP = Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional
2 CHECK PAYABLE TO:
Northwest Special Recreation Association
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday FAX:
8:30 am - 5:00 pm except holidays
Ph: 847/392-2848
3 847/392-2870
We accept AmEx, Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
TTY: 847/392-2855 Call to ensure receipt of fax.
Video Ph: 224/210-1616 ONLINE:
After 5:00 pm voicemail available
Phone calls accepted Saturdays during
program session, 8:00 am - 1:00 pm
4 Access forms to create your online account and
register at www.nwsra.org. We accept AmEx,
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Discover, MasterCard, Visa.
STAFF
BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION
TRUSTEES Tracey Crawford, CTRS, CPRP, ext. 251 .........................................................................Executive Director
Andrea Griffin, CTRS, CPRP, CPE, ext. 235 ......................................................................Supt. of Recreation
Rachel Hubsch, CTRS, CPRP, ext. 231................................................................................Supt. of Recreation
Darleen Negrillo, PHR, SHRM-CP, ext. 260 .........................................Supt. of Administrative Services
BUFFALO GROVE Brian Selders, CPRP, ext. 264 .........................................................................Supt. of Communication & IT
Jessica Vasalos, ext. 265 ..........................................................................................Administrative Manager
Ryan Risinger, Chair
MANAGEMENT
RIVER TRAILS Manuel Aguilar, CTRS, CPRP, ext. 258 .................................Manager of Special Recreation (Athletics)
Bret Fahnstrom, Vice Chair Nicole Derrig, CTRS, CPRP, CPE, ext. 269 ......Manager of Special Recreation (Support Services)
Victoria Gonzalez, CTRS, CPRP, CPE, ext. 237 ....................................Manager of Inclusion Services
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS Katrina Place, CTRS, DSP, QIDP, CPE, ext. 259...............Manager of Special Recreation (Collaboratives)
Steve Scholten Liz Thomas, CPRP, QIDP, DSP, CPE, ext. 227 ........................................Sr. Manager of Special Recreation
Miranda Woodard, MBA, ext. 253 ...................................................................................Accounting Manager
BARTLETT COORDINATORS
Megan Edwards, DSP, ext. 261 ..........................................................................Support Services Coordinator
Rita Fletcher Mackenzie Irelan, CTRS, QIDP, DSP, ext. 238 ............................................Collaboratives Coordinator
Lauren Jevaney, CTRS, CPE, ext. 246 ..........................................................................Inclusion Coordinator
ELK GROVE Jacob Joyce, ext. 220..................................................................................................Recruitment Coordinator
Ben Curcio Dustin King, ext. 241 ...............................................................................................Operations Coordinator
Cortney Lucente, CTRS, CPRP, QIDP, DSP, ext. 268.................................Collaboratives Coordinator
Jaclyn Moore, CTRS, CPE, ext. 239 ..............................................................................Inclusion Coordinator
HANOVER PARK Kate Moran, CTRS, QIDP, DSP, ext. 274 ......................................................Collaboratives Coordinator
Bob O’Brien Emily Nock, CTRS, DSP, ext. 226 .....................................................................................Inclusion Coordinator
Megan Quandt, CTRS, CPE, ext. 242 ............................................................................. Program Coordinator
Jordan Ross, CTRS, ext. 230 .....................................................................................Inclusion Coordinator
HOFFMAN ESTATES Trisha Palmieri, CTRS, CPRP, QIDP, DSP, PATH, ext. 236 ........................Collaboratives Coordinator
Craig Talsma Erica Patricca, CPRP, QIDP, DSP, ext.248.....................................................Collaboratives Coordinator
Maria Sposito, ext. 232 ...............................................................Graphic Communications Coordinator
INVERNESS Jocelyn Wright, CTRS, ext. 233.................................................................Support Services Coordinator
Robert Dowling PROGRAM SPECIALISTS
Cay Collier, CTRS, DSP, ext. 276 ...................................................................................Program Specialist
MOUNT PROSPECT Georgia Klotz, ext. 240 ...................................................................................................Program Specialist
Clariza Kotsovos, CTRS, DSP, ext. 257...............................................................................Program Specialist
Jim Jarog Rebecca Lizalde, ext. 254...............................................................................................Program Specialist
Alex Ramoska, CTRS, DSP, ext. 262 ............................................................................Program Specialist
PALATINE Kaila Robinson, QIDP, DSP, ext. 225.............................................................................Program Specialist
Mike Clark Janae Winston, CTRS, ext. 249 ....................................................................................Program Specialist
Morgan Wirkus, ext. 245 ................................................................................................Program Specialist
David Yurik, ext. 228 .......................................................................................................Program Specialist
PROSPECT HEIGHTS SPECIAL LEISURE SERVICES FOUNDATION
Christina Ferraro Cathy Splett, CFRE, CPRP, ext. 244 ..............................................................................Supt. of Development
Jessica Lamb, ext. 255 ................................................................................................Foundation Manager
ROLLING MEADOWS Megan O’Brien, ext. 267 ....................................................................................................Events Coordinator
Amy Charlesworth SUPPORT STAFF
Mary Lou D’Astice, ext. 221 .............................................................................................................Receptionist
SALT CREEK Michele Paradise, ext. 222 .....................................................................Registration Office Coordinator
Jodi Schultz,CTRS ext. 252 ..............................................................................................................Payroll Clerk
Diane Hilgers Beverly Simon, ext. 263 ................................................................................................Office Support Clerk
Zofia Sobkiewicz, ext. 223 .................................................................................................................Registrar
SCHAUMBURG
Tony LaFrenere
BOARD MEETING
SOUTH BARRINGTON All Board Meetings will be held at
10:30 am at: NWSRA/Park Central
Jay Morgan
3000 W. Central Road
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
STREAMWOOD
Jeffrey Janda For Board Meeting dates and to
access a copy of the meeting agenda,
WHEELING visit www.nwsra.org.
Jan Buchs
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SWIMMING
SWIM PROGRAM CLASSIFICATIONS
Please refer to the Special Notice Section at the back of the brochure regarding all swim programs.
The Illinois Department of Public Health requires that all participants not completely toilet trained must
wear tightly fitting plastic pants. Meet on swim deck for all swim programs.
In these progressive swim lessons, swimmers are introduced to basic water skills, breath holding and
1010, 1011, 1012,
Individual/Group a variety of submerging progressions, eventually leading the participant to unassisted swimming. 1013, 1020, 1050,
Swim Lessons The curriculum is broken into concepts, which are advanced and developed through each level using
different techniques and skills. 1051, 1052, 1053
Prepare the swimmer for the future participation on the Lightning Swim Team. Swimmers will work on
Swim Team four competitive strokes, developing their swimming techniques, learn competitive swim vocabulary, 1065
Development turns, finishes, etc. Swimmers must be able to swim half a length of freestyle, face in water, unassisted
and half a length of backstroke/back kick in the proper position to be ready to participate in this program.
NWSRA certified staff along with Celtic Swim School provide quality swim lessons. The progressive technique
used encourages confidence and strengthens gross motor skills toward the goal of unassisted swimming.
GOALS LEGEND
C - Cognitive Skills
CI - Community Integration
HW - Health & Wellness
I - Independent Functioning
M - Motor Skills
P - Physical Skills
SE - Social & Emotional Skills
SI - Sensory Integration
GROUP LESSON & SWIM TEAM DEVELOPMENT - GOALS: M, P
Prog. # Prog. Name Day Time Dates Location Fee Min/Max
1050 8 - 18 yrs. M 7:15 - 7:45 pm 1/27 - 4/20 Arlington Ridge Center • Arlington Heights $121.00 2/4
1052 8 - 18 yrs. M 7:50 - 8:20 pm 1/27 - 4/20 Arlington Ridge Center • Arlington Heights $121.00 2/4
1053 8 - 18 yrs. M 8:20 - 8:50 pm 1/27 - 4/20 Arlington Ridge Center • Arlington Heights $121.00 2/4
1065 8 yrs. & M 7:15 - 8:15 pm 1/27 - 4/20 Arlington Ridge Center • Arlington Heights $121.00 3/5
older
No Programs on: February 17 and March 23
INDIVIDUAL SWIM LESSONS - GOALS: M, P (30 MINUTE SWIM LESSON)
Please state your preferred times on the registration form. You will be called before the program with
your time confirmation. Meet on swim deck for all swim programs.
Prog. # Prog. Name Day Time Dates Location Fee Min/Max
1020 4 - 10 yrs. T 4:00 - 5:00 pm 1/28 - 4/21 Jack Claes Pavilion, Therapy Pool • Elk Grove Village $324.00 2/4
1013 4 - 15 yrs. T 5:00 - 7:30 pm 1/28 - 4/21 Arctic Splash, Lap Lane • Wheeling $324.00 2/6
1011 4 - 10 yrs. W 4:00 - 5:00 pm 1/29 - 4/22 Jack Claes Pavilion, Therapy Pool • Elk Grove Village $324.00 2/4
1010 4 - 8 yrs. W 5:00 - 6:30 pm 1/29 - 4/22 Park Place Family Recreation Center, Lap Lane • Streamwood $324.00 2/6
1051 8 - 15 yrs. Th 6:45 - 7:45 pm 1/30 - 4/23 RecPlex, Lap Lane • Mount Prospect $297.00 2/4
1012 4 - 12 yrs. Th 7:00 - 8:00 pm 1/30 - 4/23 Harper College, Lap Lane • Palatine $297.00 2/4
No Programs on: February 17, March 24, 25, 26, April 9.
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CULTURAL ARTS
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Piano/Voice Drum Lessons Ceramics Guitar Lessons
Lessons 4:00 - 7:30 pm 6:00 - 7:30 pm No Program No Program 9:00 - 11:00 am
4:30 - 8:30 pm
Broadway Buddies Art Sampler
5:00 - 6:00 pm 3:15 - 4:30 pm
7:00 - 8:00 pm
Choral Buddies
6:00 - 7:00 pm
MUSIC Note: Online payment/registration is available for all programs.
PIANO LESSONS • Age: 7 yrs. & older Parents/guardians are responsible for informing teachers/
Discover your musical talent and improve your rhythm, eye-hand and transportation departments of participant’s after school/workshop
fine motor coordination, while learning to read music. Students may activities and changes as they arise.
choose to perform in a recital on April 25.
No program on February 17 and March 23. MUSIC
DRUM LESSONS • Age: 12 yrs. & older
Group: Youth, Teens & Adults Tap out rhythms and feel the beat while learning drumming techniques
Location: Rolling Meadows Community Center and performing on a drum set, snare drum, bells and a variety of rhythm
Min/Max: 2/4 per program instruments. Students may choose to perform in a recital on April 25.
Goals: M, C No program on March 24.
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee Group: Youth, Teens & Adults
Location: Rolling Meadows Community Center
2010 1/27 - 4/20 M 4:30 - 8:30 pm $300.50 Min/Max: 2/4 per program
Goals: M, C
MUSIC Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
VOICE LESSONS • Age: 9 yrs. & older 2074 1/28 - 4/21 T 4:00 - 7:30 pm $300.50
Improve voice control, tone and technique while singing some of your
favorite songs. Students may choose to perform in a recital on April 25. DRAMA
No program on February 17 and March 23.
CHORAL BUDDIES • Age: 11 yrs. & older
Group: Youth, Teens & Adults Cooperative with Buffalo Grove Park District
Location: Rolling Meadows Community Center Enhance creativity through singing and concert style techniques
Min/Max: 2/3 per program alongside a buddy provided by the Buffalo Grove Park District. The last
Goals: M, C night there will be a small informal performance.
No program on March 24.
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee Group: Youth, Teens & Adults
2080 1/27 - 4/20 M 4:30 - 8:30 pm $300.50 Location: Community Arts Center • Buffalo Grove
Min/Max: 4/10
Ratio: 1:4 to Independent
Goals: SE, C
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
8035 1/14 - 4/14 T 6:00 - 7:00 pm $195.00
PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS
All lessons are a 30 minute private lesson. Please
state your preferred time on the registration form.
Books may be purchased through the instructor, if
needed. Students may choose to perform in a recital
on April 25. Registration deadline for all returning
students is January 4. New students will be
accepted after the January 4 deadline. You will be
contacted before the program with your lesson time
confirmation.
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CULTURAL ARTS
MUSIC
BROADWAY BUDDIES • Age: 11 yrs. & older GOALS LEGEND Sensory Therapy in the
Cooperative with Buffalo Grove Park District Snoezelen Room is
C - Cognitive Skills available Monday - Saturday,
Enhance creativity through theatre games and activities while learning CI - Community Integration
a full production alongside a buddy provided by the Buffalo Grove see page 27.
HW - Health & Wellness
Park District. The Broadway Buddies class will work on a production of I - Independent Functioning
“Seussical” that will be performed on Tuesday, May 12. Dress rehearsal M - Motor Skills
will be May 11. The last 3 weeks of classes will combine to prepare for the P - Physical Skills
performance. Details will be provided by instructor. Must be able to follow SE - Social & Emotional Skills
simple directions and remain with the group at all times. SI - Sensory Integration
No program March 24.
Group: Youth, Teens & Adults COLOR LEGEND
Location: Community Arts Center • Buffalo Grove
Min/Max: 5/10 per program Cultural Arts Section
Ratio: 1:4 to Independent Adults Section
Goals: M, C, I
Notes: Additional practice on Monday, May 11
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
2045 1/14 - 5/5 T 5:00 - 6:00 pm $255.00
2046 1/14 - 5/5 T 7:00 - 8:00 pm per program
MUSIC
GUITAR LESSONS • Age: 12 yrs. & older
Jam to great music, while learning about guitar technique and performance.
Must provide your own guitar. Students may choose to perform in a recital
on April 25. No program on March 28 and April 11.
Group: Youth, Teens & Adults
Location: Rolling Meadows Community Center
• NWSRA Entrance
Min/Max: 2/4
Goals: M, C
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
2076 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 9:00 - 11:00 am $300.50
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ATHLETICS
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Sunshine Through Golf Co-Rec Softball Co-Rec Soccer Track & Field Gymnastics &
4:30 - 5:30 pm (1 hour practice) 5:00 - 6:00 pm 5:30 - 6:30 pm Tumbling
5:30 - 6:30 pm 6:30 - 8:30 pm 6:30 - 7:30 pm 2:30 - 3:15 pm
Bocce Training Golf League U.S. Paralympic Boccia
5:30 - 6:30 pm 6:00 pm Tee Time 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Golf League Learn to Skate No Program
5:30 pm Tee Time 3:55 - 4:30 pm
Swim Team Development
7:15 - 8:15 pm
GOALS LEGEND NOTE
C - Cognitive Skills Online payment/registration is available for all
CI - Community Integration
HW - Health & Wellness programs. Parents/guardians are responsible for
I - Independent Functioning informing teachers/transportation departments
M - Motor Skills of participant’s after school/workshop activities
P - Physical Skills and changes as they arise. For programs
SE - Social & Emotional Skills
SI - Sensory Integration including swimming please refer to Special
Notice Section at the back of the brochure
regarding swim programs.
COLOR LEGEND
Athletics Section All Athletes planning to compete on NWSRA
Swimming Section Lightning Teams must have a current Special
Olympics medical form on file by the second
week of program good through the state
competition.
For more information please contact: Manuel
Aguilar, CTRS, CPRP at manuela@nwsra.org or
847/392-2848, ext. 258.
GOLF LEAGUE AND LESSONS
Please note that golf programs are canceled in case of inclement weather.
COMPETITIVE SKILL DEVELOPMENT
GOLF LEAGUE • Age: 16 yrs. & older SUNSHINE THROUGH GOLF • Age: 8 - 18 yrs. 1631
Play 6 - 9 holes of golf each week with a four-some of golfers. Learn golf COOPERATIVE WITH CHICAGO 19 & older 1630
course etiquette and improve your game. This program is geared towards GOLF DISTRICT ASSOCIATION
the intermediate and advanced golfer. No program May 25 and June 11. This lesson is designed for the beginning golfer. Golfers will receive close
supervision as they develop their golf skills at the driving range and
Group: All Ambulatory Athletes putting greens. Please feel free to bring your own clubs or clubs will be
Location: 1581 Fox Run Golf Links • Elk Grove Village provided for you. No program May 25.
1683 Arlington Lakes • Arlington Heights
Min/Max: 4/12 per program Group: All Ambulatory Athletes
Ratio: 1:4 to Independent Location: Twin Lakes Recreation Area • Palatine
Goals: M, P Min/Max: 5/10 per program
Note: Must provide your own clubs and be able to walk 9 holes of golf, Ratio: 1:3 to Independent
consistently hit the ball a minimum of 50 yards and have participated in Goals: M, P
NWSRA golf lessons previously. Note: Please contact NWSRA if you need to use golf clubs for program.
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
1581 4/27 - 7/6 M 5:30 pm tee time $165.00 per 1631 5/11 - 6/29 M 4:30 - 5:30 pm $40.00 per
1683 4/30 - 7/9 Th 6:00 pm tee time program 1630 5/11 - 6/29 M 5:30 - 6:30 pm program
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ATHLETICS
COMPETITIVE
BOCCE TRAINING • Age: 16 yrs. & older
This game requires skill, strategy and a little luck. Learn to roll, hit and
score while training for Special Olympics competition. Must be able to
compete without assistance or use of ramp.
No program on May 25, June 8, August 3 and September 7.
Group: All Ambulatory Athletes
Location: Park Central Field • Rolling Meadows
Min/Max: 4/15
Goals: M, P
Med App: valid through October 15
Note: Registration accepted in the spring for the entire season.
Participants may be eligible to compete in the fall for Special Olympics
Regionals for Summer Games 2021. In case of inclement weather,
program will be held at Park Central Teen Center.
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
1510 4/13 - 9/28 M 5:30 - 6:30 pm $180.00
COMPETITIVE
CO-REC SOFTBALL • Age: 16 yrs. & older
Participants will practice and compete in tournament play with other
special recreation associations through the summer. Participants must
participate in practices in order to compete during league play.
Group: All Ambulatory Athletes
Location: Varies
Min/Max: 10/12 per team
Goals: M, P
Med App: valid through June 15
Note: The first practice on April 28 will be player assessment from 6:30 - 7:30
pm at Osage Park, Palatine. Players will then be divided into teams based
on ability, age, position played and team chemistry. Players and parents/
guardians will be informed by the coach of team assignments, practice time
and location by May 4. In case of inclement weather, program will be held at COMPETITIVE
Conyers Learning Academy, Rolling Meadows.
CO-REC SOCCER • Age: 16 yrs. & older
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee Score with more soccer skills development and conditioning during the
winter session and league play during the spring. Participants must
2580 4/28 - 7/28 T 6:30 - 8:30 pm $192.00 participate in practices in order to compete during league play.
(1 hour practice) No program on March 25.
Group: All Ambulatory Athletes
COMPETITIVE Location: Falcon Park • Palatine
TRACK & FIELD • Age: 8 yrs. & older Min/Max: 8/10 per team
Train for peak performance to increase strength, coordination and Goals: M, P
flexibility. Don’t delay! Special Olympics requires 8 weeks of continuous Med App: valid through June 15
training to compete in Spring Games. Space is limited and only open to Note: The first practice on February 12 will be player assessment. Players
athletes competing on the NWSRA team. will then be divided into teams based on ability, age, position played and
No program on March 26 and April 9. team chemistry. Transportation locations and times for away games will
vary based on game schedule. Athletes must provide transportation to
Group: Teens & Adults home games.
Location: TBA, 2/6 - 3/12
Sandburg Jr. High School • Rolling Meadows 3/19 - 4/23 Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
Min/Max: 6/15 per program
Ratio: 1:3 to Independent 2554 2/12 - 5/13 W 5:00 - 6:00 pm $180.00
Goals: M, P game times may vary
Med App: valid through June 15
Note: NWSRA will only register athletes for Spring Games that have Transportation: Please add $40.50 for transportation from the below
trained with the NWSRA Track & Field Team. Spring games will be held location below during practice weeks, until March 18.
on April 25 & 26.
Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee Meineke Recreation Center 4:30 pm 6:30 pm
• Schaumburg
2710 2/6 - 4/23 Th 5:30 - 6:30 pm $99.00
2581 2/6 - 4/23 Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm per program
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ATHLETICS
NWSRA is a Paralympic Sport Club. This is a
cooperative grass-roots program designed to
introduce Paralympic sports to emerging athletes
at a local level. Paralympic Sport Clubs are
community based organizations that involve youth
and adults with physical and visual disabilities
in sports and physical activity, regardless of skill
level. Visit www.nwsra.org/paralympics for more
information.
COMPETITIVE
U.S. PARALYMPIC BOCCIA • Age: 6 yrs & older
Train as a multi-sport athlete. Schedule includes boccia every week and
will highlight wheelchair basketball, tennis, power soccer and football.
Athletes will have the opportunity to participate in competitions.
No program on March 28 and April 11.
Group: P Athletes
Location: Camelot Park • Arlington Heights
Min/Max: 5/12
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
Goals: M
SKILL DEVELOPMENT Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
LEARN TO ICE SKATE • Age: 6 - 21 yrs. 1106 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 3:30 - 5:00 pm $132.00
Lace up and learn to march, glide, backwards wiggle and stop. Beginning
through intermediate skills are taught including gross motor coordination Transportation: Please add $90.75 for door-to-door transportation and
and balance. No program on March 26. indicate on registration form. The Program Leader will contact participants
two days before the start of the program to inform of pick up and drop off
Group: All Ambulatory Youth, Teens & Adults times.
Location: Triphahn Center and Ice Arena • Hoffman Estates
Min/Max: 5/8
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
Goals: M, P
Note: The class consists of a 25 minute structured lesson and 10 minutes
of games to enhance skills. Training for competition is offered with NWSRA
Figure Skating Team, new athletes will be accepted in the summer.
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
1650 1/30 - 4/23 Th 3:55 - 4:30 pm $132.00
SKILL DEVELOPMENT
GYMNASTICS & TUMBLING • Age: 4 - 12 yrs.
Develop coordination, balance and basic gymnastics skills. Training for
Special Olympics competition is offered with the NWSRA Gymnastics
Team, new athletes accepted on team in the fall.
No program on March 28 and April 11.
Group: All Ambulatory Athletes
Location: Vogelei Barn • Hoffman Estates
Min/Max: 5/8
Ratio: 1:2 to Independent
Goals: M, P
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
1660 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 2:30 - 3:15 pm $121.00
1661 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 3:30 - 4:15 pm per program
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SPECIAL OLYMPICS COMPETITIONS SCHEDULE
SPECIAL OLYMPIC COMPETITION DATE MED APP LAST
COMPETITION SUBMISSION DATE IMPORTANT!
Snowshoe Regionals January 4 December 1
Alpine Ski Regionals January 8 December 1
Senior Basketball Regionals January 19 December 1 Athletes wishing to participate in
Special Olympics competitions must
Winter Games February 4 - 6 December 1 have a current Special Olympics medical
Regional Gymnastics March 8 January 1 application form on file at NWSRA and
State Basketball March 13 - 15 February 2 Special Olympics Illinois valid through
state competition. It is valid for two years
Regional Aquatics March 21 February 9
from the date of the examination.
Powerlifting Qualifier April 5 March 12
Parent/guardian's signatures are
Spring Games April 25 - 26 February 26
required and faxed forms will now be
Soccer Qualifier May 9 March 12 accepted.
Area Bowling Tournament May 30 April 30
State Summer Games June 12 - 14 May 2
Unified Golf Qualifiers July 13 June 11
Golf Skills Qualifiers July 14 June 11 2020
Regional Softball August 1 June 20 General Competitions
3/6/9 Hole Golf Qualifiers August 3 July 6
Outdoor Sports Festival September 12 - 13 August 1 Figure Skating................................January 11
Bocce Qualifier Early October August 1 Skating Championship.................February 16
Soccer ITRS Tournament......................May 17
*RETURN FORMS ONLY IF MEDICAL APPLICATION EXPIRES PRIOR TO COMPETITION DATE Softball ITRS Tournament.....................July 19
BECOME A BOOSTER!
The Lightning Booster Club was established in January
2013 as a committee under SLSF, a 501(c)(3) charity
that is the fundraising arm of NWSRA. It is specifically
established to support NWSRA Lightning athletes and
the club is entirely run by volunteers consisting of their
proud parents.
If you are interested in joining or
learning more about Booster Club
activities, please contact Manuel
Aguilar at manuela@nwsra.org or
847/392-2848, ext. 258
11BOWLING
NWSRA BOWLING PROGRAMS - GOALS: CI, M
Bowling programs are developed for a fun, social experience while instructors give bowling points and tips. In large
programs, participants will be assigned to lanes according to their age, skill and ability level. Please do not bring outside
food or snacks to the bowling alley as most of the bowling alleys do not allow it. Participants may bring money to pur-
chase a snack at the bowling alley. All bowling programs include 2 games of bowling unless otherwise stated.
Prog. # Prog. Name Day Time Dates Location Fee Min/Max Transportation
2600 21 yrs. & older M 3:15 - 4:45 pm 1/27 - 4/20 Arlington Lanes $176.00 without trans. 5/15 YES
Ratio: 1:2 to $228.50 with trans. home (schedule below)
Independent Includes $52.50 for transportation to program.
2624 21 yrs. & older F 3:15 - 4:45 pm 1/31 - 4/24 Brunswick Zone $160.00 without trans. 5/24 YES
Ratio: 1:2 to • Mount Prospect $207.50 with trans. home (schedule below)
Independent Includes $47.50 for transportation to program.
1400 10 yrs. & older F 3:30 - 5:00 pm 1/31 - 4/24 Streamwood Bowl $155.75 5/20 None
Ratio: 1:4 to 3 games
Independent Includes awards and end of season party.
2260 7 yrs. & older Sa 1:30 - 3:30 pm 2/1 - 4/25 Poplar Creek Bowl $123.75 without trans. 5/8 Door-to-door
Ratio: 1:2 to • Hoffman Estates $214.50 with trans.
Independent On February 1, 8 and March 7 program will be held at Streamwood Lanes.
1320 13 yrs. & older Sa 1:30 - 3:30 pm 2/1 - 4/25 Poplar Creek Bowl $145.75 5/8 None
Ratio: 1:4 to • Hoffman Estates 3 games
Independent On February 1, 8 and March 7 program will be held at Streamwood Lanes.
1340 13 yrs. & older Sa 2:00 - 4:00 pm 2/1 - 4/25 Brunswick Zone $145.75 5/30 None
Ratio: 1:4 to • Mount Prospect 3 games
Independent
No programs on: February 17, March 6, 23, 27, 28 and April 10, 11.
PLEASE INDICATE PICK UP AND DROP OFF LOCATIONS ON THE REGISTRATION FORM.
LIMITED WHEELCHAIR SPACE AVAILABLE.
TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE
Transportation Location for Program #2600 Pick Up Drop Off Transportation Location for Program #2624 Pick Up Drop Off
PURSUIT • Wheeling 2:15 pm None Clearbrook Golf • Rolling Meadows 2:30 pm None
PURSUIT • Hanover Park 2:15 pm None Clearbrook Getz • Palatine 2:40 pm None
Little City/Countryside Workshop 2:30 pm None Avenues to Independence • Wheeling 2:45 pm None
PURSUIT • Mount Prospect 2:45 pm None Achieve • Rolling Meadows 2:50 pm None
PURSUIT • Rolling Meadows 2:45 pm None Conyers Learning Academy • Rolling Meadows None 5:15 pm
Conyers Learning Academy None 5:15 pm
• Rolling Meadows
REGIONAL BOWLING TOURNAMENT
Please complete this form and return to the NWSRA office with your registration form. You must register for 7350 on your
registration form and have a current medical application form on file with NWSRA and Region B Special Olympics.
All bowlers are responsible for submitting their scores without use of bumpers.
*Online registration is not available for this program
PROGRAM# GROUP AGE DAY LOCATION REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE FEE o SINGLES o RAMP
*7350 All Abilities 8 years & older Sa Star Dust Bowl March 27 May 30 $15.00
Addison
NAME T-SHIRT SIZE o DOUBLES - Partner’s Name
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
RECORD 15
SCORES
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EARLY CHILDHOOD
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Story Time & Games 1020 Individual Swimming 1011 Individual Swimming Autism Movement Therapy ® Saturday Clubhouse
5:15 - 6:00 pm 4:00 - 5:00 pm 3:45 - 4:45 pm 5:30 - 6:00 pm 9:30 - 11:30 am
11:45 am - 1:45 pm
1013 Individual Swimming 1010 Individual Swimming 1012 Individual Swimming No Programs Gymnastics &
5:00 - 7:30 pm 5:00 - 6:30 pm 7:00 - 8:00 pm Tumbling
2:30 - 3:15 pm
Recess Games & Sport Skills Autism Movement Therapy ®
5:15 - 6:00 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm
Note: Online payment/registration is available for all Sensory Therapy in the
programs. Parents/guardians are responsible for informing Snoezelen Room is
teachers/transportation departments of participant’s after available Monday - Saturday,
school/workshop activities and changes as they arise. For see page 27.
programs including swimming please refer to Special Notice
Section at the back of the brochure regarding swim programs.
GOALS LEGEND
SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE C - Cognitive Skills
CI - Community Integration
HW - Health & Wellness
EVENTS DATE TIME I - Independent Functioning
Sensory Fun & Exploration January 20 10:00 am - 3:30 pm M - Motor Skills
P - Physical Skills
Children’s Theatre February 17 10:00 am - 3:30 pm SE - Social & Emotional Skills
SI - Sensory Integration
SOCIAL COLOR LEGEND
STORY TIME & GAMES • Age: 3 - 7 yrs. Swimming Section
Enjoy listening to a story, acting it out or playing a game around a theme. Athletics Section
Stories will be chosen to enhance social development, listening and gross Early Childhood Section
motor skills. Parents are welcome to stay, but not required. Youth & Teen Section
No program on February 17 and March 23.
Group: EC & Siblings
Location: Central Community Center • Mount Prospect
Min/Max: 5/10
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
Goals: M, SE
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
1753 1/27 - 4/20 M 5:15 - 6:00 pm $88.00
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
RECESS GAMES & SPORT SKILLS • Age: 5 - 8 yrs.
Join your peers and develop the skills to play recess games and improve
your sports skills. This program works to develop an understanding of the
games and motor skills to participate in various sports. Enhance proper
social interaction and working with others while having fun. This program
is overseen by a Certified Play Expert. No program on March 24.
Group: EC Youth & Siblings
Location: Willow Recreation Center • Hoffman Estates
Min/Max: 5/10
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
Goals: M, SE
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee
1770 1/28 - 4/21 T 5:15 - 6:00 pm $96.00
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THERAPY
SPECIAL EVENTS
AUTISM MOVEMENT THERAPY® • Age: 4 - 10 yrs.
Join your peers and develop the skills to play recess games and improve BALL FACTORY & SENSORY FUN • Age: 4 - 12 yrs.
your sports skills. This program works to develop an understanding of Enjoy a variety of themed areas for kids to explore their senses while
the games and motor skills to participate in various sports. Enhance climbing, jumping and sliding on the colorful play structures. Finish your
proper social interaction and working with others while having fun. This day at the NWSRA Wing creating a healthy lunch, playing games and
program is overseen by a Certified Play Expert. No program on March experiencing the Snoezelen room and Dream Lab.
25, 26 and April 9.
Group: EC & Youth
Group: EC Youth & Siblings Location: Ball Factory • Naperville
Location: 1790 Rolling Meadows Community Center NWSRA Sensory Room • Rolling Meadows
• NWSRA Wing Min/Max: 6/15
1792 Hanover Park Community Center Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
• NWSRA Wing Goals: CI, SE, SI
Min/Max: 4/6 per program Registration Deadline: January 3
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent Note: Fee includes lunch.
Goals: M, SE, SI
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee 6160 1/20 M 10:00 am - 3:30 pm $50.00
1790 1/29 - 4/22 W 6:00 - 6:45 pm $132.00
1792 1/30 - 4/23 Th 5:30 - 6:00 pm $121.00 Transportation: Provided from one of the below locations below. Please
indicate desired location on the registration form.
Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off
Hanover Park Community Center 9:30 am 4:00 pm
• NWSRA Wing
Buffalo Grove Golf & Sport Center 9:30 am 4:15 pm
Rolling Meadows Community Center 9:00 am None
• NWSRA Wing
SPECIAL EVENTS
CHILDREN’S THEATRE • Age: 4 - 12 yrs.
Enjoy Wizard of Oz presented by AlphaBet Soup Theater. Then head to
the community center for lunch and swimming.
Group: EC & Youth
Location: Leyden High School • Northlake
Swim Location: Bartlett Community Center
Min/Max: 6/16
Ratio: 1:2 to Independent
SOCIAL Goals: CI, I
Registration Deadline: January 31
SATURDAY CLUBHOUSE • Age: 3 - 7 yrs. Note: Fee includes lunch.
Enhance cognitive, fine motor and social skills through playing games,
fitness, music and crafts. Program includes adapted yoga/relaxation
techniques. No program on March 28 and April 11. Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
Group: EC Youth & Siblings 6520 2/17 M 10:00 am - 3:30 pm $50.00
Location: 1540/1542 Rolling Meadows Community Center
1541 Hanover Park Community Center Transportation: Provided from one of the below locations below. Please
Min/Max: 5/8 indicate desired location on the registration form.
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
Goals: M, SE, SI
Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off
Prog. # Dates Day Time Fee Hanover Park Community Center 9:30 am 4:00 pm
• NWSRA Wing
1540 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 9:30 - 11:30 am $110.00
1542 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 11:45 am - 1:45 pm per program Buffalo Grove Golf & Sport Center 9:30 am 4:15 pm
1541 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 9:30 - 11:30 am Conyers Learning Academy 9:00 am 4:45 pm
• Rolling Meadows
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Camp Name Prog. # Min/Max Dates Time Ages Location Fee
4310 3 - 7 years Palatine Community
Center
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4320 7 - 14 years RecPlex • Mt. Prospect
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5/15 Camps: All Camps: $210.00
4330 per camp 14 - 21 years Wheeling Community
per camp
March 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Trailblazers 23 - 27
Recreation Center
4340 14 - 21 years Bartlett Community
Trailblazers Center
Note: Register early, as these camps fill up quickly! Registrations are received on a first come, first served basis. After the maximum
has been met, a waiting list will be started with every effort made to accommodate those on the waiting list. Participants are grouped
by age and ability. Bring a labeled sack lunch, drink, snack, swimsuit, and towel each day. Participants not yet toilet trained must
wear snug fitting plastic pants under their swimsuit. Dress appropriately for the weather.
Transportation: Please add $33.75 per camp for transportation from the location below.
Prog. # Transportation Pick up Drop Off
Location
4310
4320 NWSRA/Park Central
8:30 am 3:30 am
4330 • Rolling Meadows
4340
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9 Week Camp Dates: June 8 - August 7
5 Week Camp Dates: July 6 - August 7
Day Camp hours run from 8:30 am - 2:30 pm
STAR Academy After Care is available
for ages 6 - 21 yrs., 2:30 - 6:00 pm
School District Camp Dates based on your
districts ESY Calendar.
Registration Opens: Monday, March 2
Registration Ends: Monday, April 13
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HANGOUT MEET NEW FRIENDS
A GROUP FOR SIBLINGS OF
CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Sibshops provides opportunities for siblings
Locations Schedule of children with special needs to meet other
Weiss Community Center 8550; 2/14/2020 : Hanover Park siblings and engage in peer support in a
1500 E. Euclid Ave. 8551; 3/13/2020 : Weiss recreational setting.
Mount Prospect, IL 60056 5553; 4/17/2020 : Hanover Park
8554; 5/15/2020 : Weiss FOR SIBLINGS OF CHILDREN WITH
Hanover Park Community SPECIAL NEEDS AGE 5 - 12 YEARS OLD
Center Teens may volunteer as helpers. Max: 5
1919 Walnut Ave. Parent support group meets during the program.
Hanover Park, IL 60133 Time
4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Presented by:
Fee: $5.00 per program.
Registration forms are due one week prior to the event.
For more information or to register please contact
LJ Jevaney at ljevaney@nwsra.org or 847/392-2848 ext. 246. Building Great
Beginnings
18YOUTH & TEEN
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Sunshine Through Golf 1020 Individual Swim Co-Rec Soccer Learn to Skate Guitar Lessons
4:30 - 5:30 pm (30 minute lessons) 5:00 - 6:00 pm 3:55 - 4:30 pm (30 minute lessons)
5:30 - 6:30 pm 4:00 -5:00 pm 9:00 - 11:00 am
Piano/Voice Lessons Drum Lessons Autism Movement Therapy ® Track & Field Saturday Superstars
(30 minute lessons) (30 minute lessons) 6:00 - 6:45 pm 5:30 - 6:30 pm 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
5:00 - 8:00 pm 4:00 - 7:30 pm 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Bocce Training 1013 Individual Swim 1011 Individual Swim Golf League On the Go
5:30 - 6:30 pm (30 minute lessons) (30 minute lessons) 6:00 pm Tee Time 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
5:00 - 7:30 pm 3:45 - 4:45 pm
Golf League Broadway Buddies Parkour Therapeutic Busy Bodies
5:30 pm Tee Time 5:00 - 6:00 pm 4:30 - 5:15 pm Horseback Riding No Programs 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
7:00 - 8:00 pm (30 minute lessons)
5:30 - 7:35 pm
Therapeutic Recess Games & 1010 Individual Swim Autism Movement Therapy ® Busy Bodies
Horseback Riding Sports Skills (30 minute lessons) 5:30 - 6:00 pm Out & About
(30 minute lessons) 5:15 - 6:00 pm 5:30 - 6:30 pm 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
5:30 - 7:35 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm
Swim Team Development Choral Buddies Next Level Gaming Safety for Yourself 1320/2260 Bowl
7:15 - 8:15 pm 6:00 - 7:00 pm 6:00 - 6:45 pm 6:00 - 7:00 pm 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Group Swim Lessons Competitive Cheer 1051 Individual Swim 1340 Bowl
(30 minute lessons) 6:30 - 7:30 pm (30 minute lessons) 2:00 - 4:00 pm
7:15 - 8:50 pm 6:45 - 7:45 pm
Co-Rec Softball 1012 Individual Swim Saturday Afternoon
(1 hour practice) (30 minute lessons) Hangout
6:30 - 8:30 pm 7:00 - 8:00 pm 2:30 - 4:00 pm
Gymnastics &
Tumbling
2:30 - 3:15 pm
U.S. Paralympic
Boccia
3:30 - 5:00 pm
SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE SKILLS
EVENTS DATE TIME THERAPEUTIC HORSEBACK RIDING • Age: 6 yrs. &
Escape Room Challenge January 18 7:00 - 9:00 pm older
In this progressive riding lesson you will learn basic skills required to ride
Sensory Fun & Exploration January 20 10:00 am - 3:30 pm a horse. Riding lessons are overseen by a PATH Certified Instructor. Riders
Winter Wonderland January 20 10:30 am - 3:30 pm must display safe behavior when in close proximity to horses. Riders will be
evaluated and individual goals will be set on the first night of the session.
Children’s Theatre February 17 10:00 am - 3:30 pm No experience necessary. No program on April 9.
GOALS LEGEND Sensory Therapy in the Group: Youth, Teens & Adults
Snoezelen Room is Location: Palatine Stables
available Monday - Min/Max: 1/2 per 30 minute lesson
C - Cognitive Skill Saturday, see page 25. Ratio: 1:1 to independent, riders must have safe behaviors and ability to
CI - Community Integration actively listen
HW - Health & Wellness COLOR LEGEND Goals: M, P
I - Independent Functioning Note: Please refer to the Special Notice Section at back of brochure.
M - Motor Skills Swimming Section Riders enrolled in this program must have adequate balance, mobility,
P - Physical Skill Cultural Arts Section posture and ability to maintain upper neck and trunk control. Helmets are
SE - Social & Emotional Skills Athletics Section provided, a waiver and medical form must be signed before the first day
SI - Sensory Integration Youth & Teen Section of class. The program is held indoors. Participants must be under 150
pounds for the safety of the rider and horse. Riders are required to
wear boots or shoes with a heel.
Note: Online payment/registration is available for all Lessons are for 30 minutes, please state your preferred time on the
programs. Parents/guardians are responsible for informing registration form.
teachers/transportation departments of participant’s after
school/workshop activities and changes as they arise. For Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
programs including swimming please refer to Special Notice 2620 4/6 - 5/18 M 5:30 - 7:35 pm $210.00
Section at the back of the brochure regarding swim programs. 2621 4/2 - 5/21 Th 5:30 - 7:35 pm per program
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HEALTH AND WELLNESS
SAFETY FOR YOURSELF • Age: 7 - 18 yrs.
Cooperative with Amita Health
Develop self-control, physical fitness and respect for others while learning
non-contact martial arts. The skills learned can transfer into all aspects of
everyday life with improvements seen in school performance and social
skills. No program on March 26 and April 9.
Group: Teens & Young Adults
Location: Amita Health Alexian Brothers Behavioral
Health Hospital (gym) • Hoffman Estates
Min/Max: 5/10 per program
Ratio: 1:2 to Independent
Goals: HW, M, P
Note: Taught by a martial arts instructor
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
1956 1/30 - 4/23 Th 6:00 - 7:00 pm $121.00
SKILLS DEVELOPMENT
RECESS GAMES & SPORTS SKILLS • Age: 5 - 8 yrs. 1770 SOCIAL
9 - 12 yrs. 1771 PARKOUR • Age: 7 - 18 yrs.
Join your peers and develop the skills to play recess games and improve Enjoy parkour fitness through obstacle course training, at your own pace.
your sports skills. This program works to develop an understanding of the A certified instructor will work with you to learn basic skills mixed with
games and motor skills to participate in various sports. Enhance proper movement activities such as free running, strength and agility.
social interaction and working with others while having fun. This program No program on March 25.
is overseen by a Certified Play Expert. No program on March 24.
Group: Ambulatory Youth & Siblings
Group: Youth & Siblings Location: The Zone • Mount Prospect
Location: Willow Recreation Center • Hoffman Estates Min/Max: 5/10
Min/Max: 4/6 per program Ratio: 1:2 to Independent
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent Goals: M, HW, P
Goals: M, SE Note: Please wear gym shoes and athletic attire. River Trails Park District
requires a waiver to be signed before the first day of class.
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
1770 1/28 - 4/21 T 5:15 - 6:00 pm $96.00 per Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
1771 1/28 - 4/21 T 6:00 - 6:45 pm program 1780 1/15 - 2/19 W 4:30 - 5:15 pm $72.00 per
1781 3/4 - 4/19 W 4:30 - 5:15 pm program
THERAPY
AUTISM MOVEMENT THERAPY • Age: 4 - 10 yrs.
Combine structured movement and music that connects the left and right
hemispheres of the brain for a complete cognitive thinking approach
in this nationally renowned program. This program helps improve peer
interaction, ability to work in groups and perform academically in the
classroom. No program on March 25, 27 and April 9.
Group: Autism Spectrum
Location: 1790 Rolling Meadows Community Center • NWSRA Wing
1792 Hanover Park Community Center • NWSRA Wing
Min/Max: 4/6 per program
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
Goals: M, SE, SI
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
1790 1/29 - 4/22 W 6:15 - 6:45 pm $132.00
1792 1/30 - 4/23 Th 5:30 - 6:00 pm $121.00
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TRAVEL SOCIAL
BUSY BODIES • Age: 13 - 18 yrs.
BUSY BODIES OUT & ABOUT • Age: 13 - 18 yrs. Participants will enhance socialization skills with friends through games,
Socialize, play games and travel in the community. A schedule of activities activities and swimming. No Program on March 28 and April 11.
will be distributed the first week. No Program on March 28 and April 11.
Group: Teens
Group: Teens Location: Hanover Park Community Center • NWSRA Wing
Location: Varies Min/Max: 5/10
Min/Max: 5/10 Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
Ratio: 1:2 to Independent Goals: SE, M
Goals: C, I, SE Notes: Please bring a swimsuit, labeled lunch and drink. Transporta-
Participant Expectations: Operate in the community with the expectation tion to 1570 Saturday Afternoon Hangout is provided from this program.
of staying with the group, transitioning between activities with minimal Please note this on the registration from.
prompting and support and display appropriate social interaction with
peers and staff. Specific needs such as restroom or feeding can be assist-
ed by staff, if set for a predetermined time. Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
Notes: Please bring a labeled lunch and drink. NWSRA reserves the right 1671 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 11:00 am - 2:00 pm $209.00
to determine an individual’s readiness to participate in this traveling pro-
gram. Transportation to 1570 Saturday Afternoon Hangout is provided
from this program. Please note this on the registration from. Transportation: Please pick up at Bartlett Community Center at 2:00 pm
or add $74.25 for transportation to and from program or $52.25 for pm
transportation to Afternoon Hangout only. Please indicate desired pick
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee up/drop off location on the registration form.
1670 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 11:00 am - 2:00 pm $253.00
Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off
Transportation: Provided from locations listed below. Pick up points may Alcott Center • Buffalo Grove 10:00 am 2:50 pm
change depending on registration. Please indicate desired pick up/drop
off location on the registration form. Program Leader will inform parents/ Conyers Learning Academy 10:30 am None
guardians of any changes in pick up or drop off times. • Rolling Meadows
Rolling Meadows Community Center None 2:45 pm
Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off • NWSRA Wing
Alcott Center • Buffalo Grove 10:00 am 2:50 pm
Conyers Learning Academy 10:30 am None
• Rolling Meadows
Bartlett Community Center 11:00 am 2:00 pm
Rolling Meadows Community Center None 2:30 pm
• NWSRA Wing
SOCIAL
SATURDAY SUPERSTARS • Age: 7 - 12 yrs.
Enhance cognitive, fine motor and social skills through playing games,
fitness, swimming and crafts. No program on March 28 and April 11.
Group: Youth SOCIAL
Location: 1500 Wheeling Community Recreation Center SATURDAY AFTERNOON HANGOUT • Age: 13 - 18 yrs.
1580 RecPlex • Mount Prospect, on 2/8 & 4/4 held at Central Spend the afternoon with friends relaxing, watching a movie, enjoying Wii
Community Center • Mount Prospect games or maybe a class in yoga or relaxation techniques. No Program
1700 Park Place Family Recreation Center • Streamwood on March 28 and April 11.
Min/Max: 5/10
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent Group: Teens
Goals: M, SE Location: Rolling Meadows Community Center • NWSRA Wing
Note: Please bring a labeled swimsuit, towel, lunch and drink. The Illinois Min/Max: 5/10
Dept. of Public Health requires that anyone not completely toilet trained Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
must wear tightly fitting plastic pants. Parents pick up on the pool deck. Goals: M, SI
Note: Participants will be grouped by age and ability into separate
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee activities. Transportation provided to this program for those registered for
On the Go, Busy Bodies Out & About and Busy Bodies. Parent/guardian
1500 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 10:30 am - 2:00 pm $143.00 per pick up at Rolling Meadows Community Center at the end of the program.
1580 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 10:30 am - 2:00 pm program
1700 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 10:30 am - 2:00 pm
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
1570 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 2:30 - 4:00 pm $99.00
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SPECIAL EVENTS
CHILDREN’S THEATRE • Age: 4 - 12 yrs. 6520
13 - 21 yrs. 6540
Enjoy Wizzard of Oz presented by AlphaBet Soup Theater then head to
the community center for lunch and swimming.
Group: Youth & Adults
Location: Leyden High School • Northlake
Swim Location: 6520 Bartlett Community Center
6540 Wheeling Community Recreation Center
Min/Max: 6/16
Ratio: 1:2 to Independent
Goals: CI, I
Registration Deadline: January 3
Note: Fee includes lunch.
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
6520 2/17 M 10:00 am - 3:30 pm $50.00
6540 2/17 M 10:00 am - 3:30 pm per program
TRAVEL Transportation: Provided from one of the below locations below. Please
indicate desired location on the registration form.
ON THE GO • Age: 13 - 18 yrs.
Improve independence, community awareness, socialization and positive
use of leisure time through participation in community activities. A Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off
schedule of activities will be distributed the first week.
No program on March 28 and April 11. Hanover Park Community Center 9:30 am 4:00 pm
• NWSRA Wing
Group: Teens Buffalo Grove Golf & Sport Center 9:30 am 4:15 pm
Location: Varies
Min/Max: 5/15 Conyers Learning Academy 9:00 am 4:45 pm
Ratio: 1:4 to Independent • Rolling Meadows
Goals: CI, I, SE
Participant Expectations: Operate in community with the expectation of
independence. Demonstrate ability to interact with peers appropriately. SPECIAL EVENTS
Display ability to respond to group directives and transition independently. BALL FACTORY & SENSORY FUN • Age: 4 - 12 yrs.
Specific needs such as restroom or feeding can be assisted by staff if set Enjoy a variety of themed areas for kids to explore their senses while
for a predetermined time. climbing, jumping and sliding on the colorful play structures. Finish your
Note: Please bring a labeled lunch and drink. NWSRA reserves the right day at the NWSRA Wing creating a healthy lunch, playing games and
to determine an individual’s readiness to participate in this traveling experiencing the Snoezelen Room and Dream Lab.
program. Transportation to 1570 Saturday Afternoon Hangout and 1340
Bowl is provided from this program. Please note this on the registration Group: EC & Youth
from. Location: Ball Factory • Naperville
NWSRA Wing • Rolling Meadows
Prog. # Date Day Time Fee Min/Max: 6/15
Ratio: 1:1 to Independent
1840 2/1 - 4/25 Sa 10:30 am - 1:30 pm $253.00 Goals: CI, SE, SI
Registration Deadline: January 3
Transportation: Provided from locations listed below. Pick up points may Note: Fee includes lunch.
vary depending on registration. Please indicate desired pick up/drop off
location on the registration form. Pick up and drop off times may vary Prog. # Date Day Time Fee
depending on location of outings. Program Leader will inform parents/
guardians of any changes in pick up or drop off times. 6160 1/20 M 10:00 am - 3:30 pm $50.00
Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off Transportation: Provided from one of the below locations below. Please
indicate desired location on the registration form.
Conyers Learning Academy 9:45 am None
• Rolling Meadows
Transportation Location Pick Up Drop Off
Palatine Gymnastics Center 9:40 am None
Hanover Park Community Center 9:30 am 4:00 pm
Buffalo Grove Golf & Sports Center 10:15 am 2:00 pm • NWSRA Wing
Hanover Park Community Center 10:30 am 2:15 pm Buffalo Grove Golf & Sport Center 9:30 am 4:15 pm
• NWSRA Wing Conyers Learning Academy 9:00 am 4:45 pm
Rolling Meadows Community Center None 2:30 pm • Rolling Meadows
• NWSRA Wing
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