York Center Park District

 

Registration Form
  • 2’s & 3’s Preschool
  • 4’s & 5’s Preschool
  • Gymnastics
    Aerial Gym Stars Parent and Star
    Aerial Gym Stars Rising Stars
  • Computertots
  • Fun Filled Fridays
  • Surf’s Up
    Speed Racer
    Army
    Kung Fu Panda
  • Pirate Party
  • Interesting Insects
  • Centipede
    Scorpion
    Leafhopper
    Shield Bug
  • Word Fun
  • Preschool Drawing Class
  • Monkey-ing Around
  • ABC Amazing
  • First Aid for Little Ones
  • Tools of A Scientist
  • Creating Your Own 3-D Art & Music
  • Lil’ Kicks Soccer
  • Little Chefs
  • Boo-tiful Treats
  • Halloween with Sponge Bob
  • Gym Time
  • Turkey Time Treats
  • Santa Letters
  • Christmas with Dora the Explorer
  • Kris Kringle Kookies
  • Santa’s Workshop



  • Aerial Gym Stars
    Gymnastics for Preschoolers
    Gymnastics is a wonderful and fun way for young children to
    experience many varieties of physical activities. Your little star
    will learn gymnastic positions, skills, and movements that will
    develop coordination, strength, balance, and self-confidence.
    The staff at Aerial Gym Stars uses safe, progressive, and positive
    teaching techniques appropriate for each age group. Attire:
    Instructors suggest shorts, and shirts without snaps, buttons, or
    zippers for safety. Call the Aerial Gym Star office at (630) 458-
    9211 if you have questions or need further information.

    Parent and Star
    This class will allow your little star to explore many
    different avenues of physical movement through basic
    tumbling activity. This is a parent-assisted program! Active wear is advised. Come and enjoy the interaction created for you and your child in this class.
    Ages: 18-35 months with Parent/Guardian
    Days: Mondays
    (No class November 03 & March 30)

    Code: Date: Time:
    F104.08 Sept. 8-Oct. 20 11:00-11:30am
    F105.08 Oct. 27-Dec. 15 11:00-11:30am
    W104.09 Jan. 5-Feb. 16 11:00-11:30am
    W105.09 Feb. 23-Apr. 13 11:00-11:30am
    Fee: $64/resident; $67/non-resident
    Location: Aerial Gymnastics Club
    1516 Brook Drive, Downers Grove
    Register by: One day in advance

    Rising Stars
    Are you looking for a fun class that develops coordination, self-confidence, listening, strength, balance, and body awareness? Your star will learn basic tumbling, bar, balance beam, and vaulting skills and movements associated with gymnastics at an appropriate level for their age. Please note that children need to participate without parent assistance.
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Days: Mondays
    (No class November 03 & March 30)

    Code: Date: Time:
    F106.08 Sept. 8-Oct. 20 11:35am-12:15pm
    F107.08 Oct. 27-Dec. 15 11:35am-12:15pm
    W106.09 Jan. 5-Feb. 16 11:35am-12:15pm
    W107.09 Feb. 23-Apr. 13 11:35am-12:15pm
    Fee: $66/resident; $69/non-resident
    Location: Aerial Gymnastics Club
    1516 Brook Drive, Downers Grove
    Register by: One day in advance



    Fun Filled Fridays
    Join us for these themed lunchtime parties! We will eat
    lunch, make a craft, and play games. Children are encouraged
    to bring the appropriate toy for each class. Please
    make sure each toy has your child’s name on it.
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Fridays (Second Friday each month see dates below)
    Time: 11:30am-1:00pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: One week in advance


    Surf’s Up
    Join Cody as he travels from Antarctica to Pen Gu Island for
    a surf competition. Meet his new friends Chicken Joe, Lani,
    and The Geek. We will eat fish sticks and french fries for
    lunch.

    Date: Friday, September 12 Code: F111.08

     

    Speed Racer
    Help Speed Racer, Trixie and Racer X save the racing world
    from Royalton. We will eat pizza for lunch.

    Date: Friday, October 10 Code: F112.08

     

    Army
    Come dressed in your favorite camo gear for this party. We
    will play games, do a craft and have chicken nuggets for
    lunch.

    Date: Friday, November 14 Code: F113.08

     

    Kung Fu Panda
    Help Master Shifu and the Furious Five: Tigress, Viper,
    Crane, Monkey, and Mantis, train Po the Panda to help save
    their city from the snow lion, Tai Lung. For lunch we will
    eat peanut butter and jelly with potato chips.

    Date: Friday, December 12 Code: F114.08



    Computertots
    This national program has been developed by educators to
    engage inquisitive minds and has been featured on CNN and
    in Parents Magazine. Children will explore exciting computer
    activities in a small interactive group, using a laptop computer
    and educational software. According to the Pediatrics
    Medical Journal, “Computers boost pre-schoolers’ intelligence.
    Children with ready access to computers scored an
    average of 12 points higher on IQ tests”. Our programs
    encourage reading readiness, math readiness, creativity and
    teamwork, to help prepare your child for kindergarten and the
    future. Students will experience new learning activities in
    each session.
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Day: Thursdays
    Code: Date: Time:
    F108.08 I. Sept. 11, 18, 25 & Oct. 2 3:20-3:50pm
    F109.08 II. Oct.16, 23, 30 & Nov. 6 3:20-3:50pm
    F110.08 III. Nov. 20, Dec. 4, 11, 18
    (No Class on November 27)
    3:20-3:50pm
    Time: 3:20-3:50pm
    Fee: $40/residents; $45/non-residents
    Min/Max: 3/4
    Location: Preschool Room
    Instructor: Computer Explorers
    Register by: 1 week prior to start of new session

    Pirate Party
    Come and walk the plank in this fun class. We will go on a
    scavenger hunt and find a buried treasure. We will also
    make a craft and have snack.
    Code: F115.08
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Monday, Sept. 15
    Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Fee: $5/resident; $6/non-residents
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Monday, Sept. 8


    Interesting Insects

    Did you know that there are over one million insects in the
    world! An insect is a small six-legged animal that lives in
    tropical jungles all the way to snow capped mountains.
    Each month we will learn about a new insect, make a craft
    and play some games.

    Ages: 2 ½ - 4 years
    Code: Date: Class:
    F500.08 Wednesday, Sept. 17 Centipede
    F501.08 Wednesday, Oct. 15 Scorpion
    F502.08 Wednesday, Nov. 19 Leafhopper
    F503.08 Wednesday, Dec. 17 Shield Bug
    Ages: 2 ½ - 4 years
    Time: 11:30am-12:30pm
    Fee: $5/resident; $6/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: One week in advance


    Word Fun
    Let’s join a place where words come alive! Children will
    use letters and fun to build words. We will watch an
    episode of Word World and have a snack. Each week we
    will focus on one of the animals from the show and words
    that rhyme with it.
    Code: F116.08
    Ages: 2 ½ -4 years
    Dates: Thursdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 9
    Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Fee: $6/resident; $8/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Thursday, Sept. 11


    Preschool Drawing Class
    Pre-schoolers area so eager to learn, and a joy to teach.
    Young Rembrandts instructors provide a positive, nurturing
    environment for your child. Each week we’ll draw something
    these little ones are interested in, from fish to teddy
    bears, rainbows to cowboys, and we’ll talk about the subject
    matter as we learn to draw it together. We’ll concentrate on
    the skills of drawing and coloring, but also work on developing
    fine motor skills, focus, listening, staying on task,
    spatial organization and patience.
    Code: F117.08
    Ages: 3 ½-5 years
    Dates: Fridays, Sept. 19-Oct. 10
    Time: 3:30 - 4:45pm
    Fee: $35/resident; $40/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Friday, Sept. 12


    “Monkey-ing” Around
    Can Curious George stay out of trouble? Help the man in
    the yellow hat watch this cute little monkey. We will watch
    an episode of Curious George, make a craft, play games and
    have a snack.
    Code: F118.08
    Ages: 2 ½-5 years
    Dates: Tuesday, Sept. 23
    Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Fee: $6/resident; $8/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Tuesday, Sept. 23


    ABC Amazing
    In this class we will have fun learning letters and their
    sounds. Each week we will watch a different video, make a
    craft and have a snack.
    Code: F119.08
    Ages: 2 ½-5 years
    Dates: Tuesdays, Sept. 30-Oct. 21
    Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Fee: $6/resident; $8/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Tuesday, Sept. 23


    First Aid for Little Ones
    Children learn some basic first aid and they can get help in an
    emergency. This class is an informational class presented by
    the Elmhurst Memorial Health Education Center. Please register,
    even thought this class is FREE.
    Code: F170.08
    Ages: 3-5 years with parent or guardian
    Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 7
    Time: 1:00-1:45pm
    Fee: FREE
    Location: Preschool Room
    Instructor: Elmhurst Memorial Health Educator
    Min/Max: 10/24
    Register by: Tuesday, Sept. 30


    Tools of A Scientist
    Come and experiment with the tools that scientists use!
    You’ll be counting the drops of water that will fit on a
    penny as you use a pipette. You’ll be filtering liquids, looking
    at magnified images and experimenting with mixing liquids
    and even evaporating liquids.
    Ages: 4-6 years
    Dates: Thursday, Oct. 9
    Code: Time:
    F120.08 I: 9:15 - 10:45am
    F121.08 II: 1:00 - 2:30pm
    Fee: $22/residents; $25/non-residents
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Instructor: Kaleidoscope
    Min/Max: 6/12
    Register by: Thursday, Oct. 2


    Creating Your Own 3-D Art and Music
    Come and explore the world of art and music. We’ll begin
    with a flat piece of paper, but before long we’ll turn it into a
    3-D work of art. Plus on day 2 we’ll begin measuring liquids
    and find that we can use
    water to create music!
    Ages: 4-6 years
    Dates: Thursdays, Oct. 16 & 23
    Code: Time:
    F122.08 I. 9:15 - 10:45am
    F123.08 II. 1:00 - 2:30pm
    Fee: $42/resident; $45/non-resident
    Location: Lower Rec Room
    Instructor: Kaleidoscope
    Min/Max: 6/12
    Register by: Thursday, Oct. 9


    Lil Kicks Soccer
    Does your little one have love to kick the ball around?
    Then they should learn how to pass, dribble, and shoot the
    ball. Classes are designed to improve listening skills,
    enhance physical development and learn about teamwork.
    Code: F124.08
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Mondays, Oct. 20- Nov. 10 (4 weeks)
    Time: 11:30am-12:15pm
    Fee: $15/resident; $20/non-resident
    Location: YCPD Gym
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Monday, Oct. 13


    Little Chefs
    Each week we will make snacks and desserts to bring home
    and share with our families. We will going over kitchen
    rules and safety each week. Please wear an apron or play
    clothes because we are sure to get messy in this class.
    Code: F125.08
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Thursdays, Oct. 23 - Nov. 13
    Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Fee: $15/resident; $20/non-resident
    Location: YCPD Gym
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Thursday, Oct. 16


    Boo-tiful Treats

    Children will decorate ghost, goblin, witch, and pumpkin
    cookies. We will use frosting, sprinkles, candy and our
    imagination to decorate spooky cookies. Please wear an
    apron, or play clothes because we will get messy.
    Code: F126.08
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Friday, Oct. 24
    Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Fee: $7/resident; $9/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/12
    Register by: Friday, Oct. 17


    Halloween with SpongeBob Squarepants
    Since everyone usually scares SpongeBob, this year he
    decides to scare everyone else. We will watch “SpongeBob
    Squarepants Halloween” make a spooky craft and have a
    scary snack.
    Code: F127.08
    Ages: 2 ½-5 years
    Dates: Tuesday, Oct. 28
    Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm
    Fee: $6/resident; $8/non-resident
    Instructor: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Tuesday, Oct. 21


    Gym Time
    Does your child love to run around and play with their
    friends? Bring them to this class as we release some energy.
    We will play different games each class, with age appropriate
    rules and equipment.
    Code: F128.08
    Ages: 2 ½-4 years
    Dates: Tuesdays Nov. 18 - Dec.16
    (No class Nov. 25)
    Time: 11:00am - 11:45am
    Fee: $15/resident; $19/non-resident
    Location: Gym
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Tuesday, Nov. 11


    Turkey Time Treats
    Shake your feathers and gobble your way into this fun class!
    Thanksgiving is only a couple of days away. Help us decorate
    cookies and other deserts to take home to your families.
    Please wear an apron or play clothes we will get messy.
    Code: F129.08
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Monday, Nov. 24
    Time: 10:30am - 12:00pm
    Fee: $7/resident; $9/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/12
    Register by: Monday, Nov. 17


    Santa Letters
    Have you been naughty or nice this year? Write a letter to
    Santa and you will receive an individualized greeting from
    him. Bring your letter to the park district and we will make
    an extra special delivery to the North Pole. Make sure in
    your child’s letter you put their name, address and what they
    want for Christmas this year. All letters must be in by
    Saturday, December 6.
    Code: F600.08
    Ages: ALL
    Fee: $1/resident; $2/non-resident
    Register by: Saturday, Dec. 6


    Christmas with Dora the Explorer
    Feliz Navidad! Dora has a special gift for Santa. Can her
    and Boots get it to the North Pole before Christmas Day.
    We will watch “A Present for Santa”, make a craft and have
    a snack.
    Code: F130.08
    Ages: 2 ½ - 5 years
    Dates: Thursday, Dec. 11
    Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
    Fee: $5/resident; $7/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Thursday, Dec. 4


    Kris Kringle Kookies
    Lets whip up some delicious cookies for Santa! Children
    will create and decorate a variety of holiday treats for the
    whole family to enjoy. We will snack on their lovely creations
    during class and receive recipes so you can make
    these goodies at home. Please wear an apron or play
    clothes.
    Code: F131.08
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Monday, Dec. 15
    Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Fee: $6/resident; $8/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Wednesday, Dec. 12


    Santa’s Workshop
    How does Santa get everything ready for Christmas? He
    has special elves that help prepare all the toys! We watch
    the movie The Christmas Elves, eat a sugar coated lunch,
    (mac and cheese) and make a holiday craft.
    Code: F132.08
    Ages: 3-5 years
    Dates: Monday, Dec. 22 (no school)
    Time: 11:00am - 12:30pm
    Fee: $8/resident; $10/non-resident
    Location: Preschool Room
    Min/Max: 8/16
    Register by: Monday, Dec.15

    York Center Park District | 1609 S. Luther Ave., Lombard, IL 60148
    Phone: 630.629.0886 | Fax: 630.629.0888 | ycpdfun@yahoo.com