Teens

Looking for something to do? Want to try something new? Check out Elmhurst park District programs and activities. The Park District has something to appeal to every teenager. Check out our current offerings.

Safe Sitter
Saturday, May 11, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

This American Academy of Pediatrics nationally recognized program teaches children, ages 11-14, how to be safe and nurturing babysitters. The program teaches sitters to have fun with children, how to recognize an emergency and the actions to take, injury prevention and the business of babysitting. Participants must be 11 years old by the start of the class.

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Battle of the Bands
Saturday, June 22, 3 - 9 p.m.

The Elmhurst Park District Teen Battle of the Bands features local teen bands performing and competing throughout the evening in the Addison Parking Lot at 132 N. Addison Ave in Downtown Elmhurst. Bands are judged on musicality, originality, stage presentation and overall performance. The winning band will battle for a chance to compete in the regional Battle of the Bands competition through the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association with the potential of advancing to the state finals on August at the Illinois State Fair. Bands interested in competing should fill out the application and return it, along with a recording of the band by 9 p.m. Friday, May 10 to the Wagner Community Center at 615 N. West Ave. For questions and information please contact Sarah Lagesse at (630) 993-4724.

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Hershey Track & Field Competition
Ages 9-14

On Friday, June 1 from 5–8:30 p.m. come and show off your running, jumping and throwing skills for a chance to advance to the state meet in Chicago or even the national meet in Hershey, Pennsylvania. First and second place finishes from this competition will advance to the state meet. Participants, ages 9-14, compete in events such as the 50, 100, 200, and 400 meter dash, 800 and 1600 meter run, the softball throw and the standing long jump. Participants can enter three events, either two running and one field event or two field and one running event. What a great opportunity to have fun, get active and it’s free.

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MLB Pitch, Hit and Run Competition
Ages 7-14

Come on out on Friday, April 26 for this FREE one-day event. Participants will compete in three different events - Pitching, Running and Hitting. The winner of EACH age and gender group will advance to the Sectional competition with an opportunity of earning a way into the national finals, which will be held at MLB All Star week in New York, NY. The age groups are 7-8, 9-10, 11-12, and 13-14 as of July 12, 2013.

Teen Volunteer Network-TVN
Sunday, May 5, 2 p.m.

Teens ages 11-14 years, do you like to volunteer? Do you need more service hours? Come join us at the Elmhurst Public Library on Sunday, September 9th at 2pm for pizza, pop, and brainstorming about volunteering. Our goal will be to pick a few “causes” to help out and volunteer with through the Winter and Spring. Contact the Wagner Community Center at (630) 993-8900 for registration information.

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Teen Programs

In addition to the featured programs Elmhurst Park District, we offer various classes and programs to teens. Contact the Wagner Community Center at (630) 993-8900 or Courts Plus service desk at (630) 833-5064 for registration information.

Karate/Martial Arts

• Karate
• Kid’s Karate & Safety Club
• Youth Karate
• Tae Kwon Do

Aquatics

• Teen Swim Lessons
• Water Safety Instructor (WSI)
• Diving Lessons

Gymnastics

• Middle School Gymnastics - Boys
• Middle School Gymnastics - Girls
• High School Gymnastics - Boys
• High School Gymnastics - Girls
• Cheernastics
• Tumbling

Music Lessons

• Drum Lessons
• Guitar Lessons
• Voice Lessons
• Elmhurst Summer Community Band
• Summer String Orchestra

Art Classes

• Teen Art Studio
• Basic Wirewrapping
• Silversmithing
• Cutting And Polishing Stones

Tennis

• Junior Level IA Outdoor
• Junior Level IIA Outdoor
• Junior Level III Outdoor
• High Performance Tennis Academy
• High School Evening Drill and Play
• High School Tune-Up
• High Performance/College Level Drill and Play

Racquetball

• Racquetball Lessons & Play – Junior

Summer Camps

• Fit 4 U Teen Fitness Camp

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Fit 4 Life at Courts Plus

Fit 4 Life is a youth-oriented gym and fitness program, located at Courts Plus, designed to provide a sound, progressive training regimen that will help young people begin a lifelong journey of health and fitness. Children will increase cardiovascular fitness, improve strength, and enhance athletic performance.

Fit 4 Life boasts both strength and cardiovascular equipment, offering two Dance Dance Revolution games, Nintendo Wii interactive games, four Cateye bikes, one Makoto Arena and eight strength machines including arm curl, arm extension, chest press, lat pull, seated row, leg extension, leg curl, and shoulder press. These pieces when used together provide youth with a sound strength regimen and fun cardiovascular workout, while improving reaction time and coordination. Click here to visit Fit 4 Life at Courts Plus.

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Climbing Wall at Courts Plus

We welcome each of you to join the rock-climbing craze that is sweeping across America. Courts Plus has a 20 foot high indoor climbing wall. We offer a state of the art climbing center, quality equipment and highly trained staff to ensure a safe climbing experience.

Why climb? Climbing is an excellent way to learn life skills and improve self-esteem. It offers a total body cardiovascular workout while also toning and strengthening your body, improving balance, flexibility and technique. Our state-of-the-art climbing center offers a variety of walls for beginners and advanced climbers. Click here to visit the Climbing Wall at Courts Plus.

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Sugar Creek Golf Course

Sugar Creek Golf Course is a 9-hole, par 32 course, The course features large, smoothly contoured Penncross bentgrass greens, a 3-acre pond coming into play on four of the nine holes, and excellent turf for golf. Sugar Creek Golf Course also offers a lighted driving range and features 25 practice stations with target greens and flags marked with various yardages. In addition we offer various lessons and clinics for all ages. Click here to visit Sugar Creek Golf Course for more information.

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The Hub at Berens Park

The Hub features four batting cages with varying speeds and settings for baseball and softball, an 18-hole miniature golf course. The Hub also features the Lee A. Daniels Pavilion, a 3,500 sq. ft. facility housing restrooms, concessions/storage and a party room available for rentals. Click here to visit The Hub at Berens Park for more information.

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Skate Park at York Commons

Cruise on down to the Skate Park at York Commons. The new skate park gives thousands of teens the opportunity to safely skateboard, rollerblade, and BMX with their friends. At the park you will find ramps for beginners all the way up to those that think they are the next Tony Hawk! Once inside "the Cage" you'll be challenged by a half-pipe, snake run, pyramid, and bank ramps. Come show everyone what you've got! The Skate Park is open daily, weather permitting. Click here to visit the Skate Park at York Commons for more information.

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Teen Volunteer Opportunities

Environmental Service Projects

Do you need service hour credits or would just like to help preserve and protect Elmhurst’s natural heritage. Work includes cleanups, plant removal, planting, monitoring, animal habitat construction, and seed collection. For more information contact David Price at (630) 993-8909.

Do you have some extra time and would like to give back to your community? The Park District offers many special events and programs that needs your help! Check out our volunteer section for more volunteer opportunities.

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