Administrative Hours
Mon-Fri: 8am - 4:30pm 
Community & Fitness Center Hours
Mon-Fri: 5:30am - 10pm | Sat & Sun: 9am - 5pm

708-349-7211
708-349-3840

16553 S. Haven Avenue
Orland Hills, IL 60487

Youth & Teen Fall Programs

Programs designed for children ages 5 through 18 years old.

The Gym Masters Tumbling Program is designed to deliver an age appropriate curriculum that is focused on safety and technique. Please note that each session is for five classes.

No class 11/25

Event Date 09-30-2024
Event End Date 10-28-2024
Days and Times Mondays ~ 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Code 37-02-4316
Ages 5 to 12 years old, Beginners
Resident Fee $50
Non-Resident Fee $65

The Gym Masters Tumbling Program is designed to deliver an age appropriate curriculum that is focused on safety and technique. Please note that each session is for five classes.

No class 11/25

Event Date 11-04-2024
Event End Date 12-09-2024
Days and Times Mondays ~ 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Code 37-02-4316
Ages 5 to 12 years old, Beginners
Resident Fee $50
Non-Resident Fee $65

Jazz & Hip Hop is a five-week dynamic, energetic dance class that will have students “movin’ and groovin’” like never before. Jazz & Hip Hop dance is a combination of jazz and current dance styles set to the music of today. This class encourages individualism.

Event Date 09-25-2023
Event End Date 10-23-2023
Days and Times Mondays ~ 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Code 37-02-4328
Ages 5 to 14 years old
Resident Fee $50
Non-Resident Fee $65

Jazz & Hip Hop is a five-week dynamic, energetic dance class that will have students “movin’ and groovin’” like never before. Jazz & Hip Hop dance is a combination of jazz and current dance styles set to the music of today. This class encourages individualism.

Event Date 10-30-2023
Event End Date 11-27-2023
Days and Times Mondays ~ 5:30pm - 6:15pm
Code 37-02-4328
Ages 5 to 14 years old
Resident Fee $50
Non-Resident Fee $65

Come join us and learn First Aid, CPR and how to properly use an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). You will be taught the proper techniques of breathing, compressions, along with cardiac emergency situations. The class will be instructed by the Orland Fire Protection District. Candidates will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Event Date 11-12-2024
Event End Date 11-12-2024
Days and Times Tuesdays ~ 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Code 36-40-4360
Ages 14 years old to Adult
Resident Fee FREE
Non-Resident Fee $10

Come join us and learn First Aid, CPR and how to properly use an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED). You will be taught the proper techniques of breathing, compressions, along with cardiac emergency situations. The class will be instructed by the Orland Fire Protection District. Candidates will receive a Certificate of Completion.

Event Date 11-19-2024
Days and Times Tuesday ~ 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Code 36-40-4360
Ages 14 years old to Adult
Resident Fee FREE
Non-Resident Fee $10

The Orland Hills Recreation Department, in conjunction with Forest View Farms, is offering a package of five (5) pony riding lessons. The classes are small with fun instructors and a heated indoor arena for year round riding. Call the stable to arrange class and bring your receipt to the first lesson.

Learn the art of English or Western horsemanship and ride, groom, saddle and control your horse at a walk, trot and canter. Beginners through Advanced are welcome. Register at the Community Center, call the stable to arrange classes and bring your receipt to the first lesson. Helmet rental $1 per class.

Event Date 09-23-2024
Days and Times Call stable to arrange day and time
Code 37-40-4500
Ages 8 years old to Adult
Resident Fee $125 (5 Lessons)
Non-Resident Fee $135 (5 Lessons)

Soccer Shots is an engaging eight week children’s soccer program for children 2 to 8 years of age. The program has a focus on character development. The age curriculum places emphases on skill building and is aligned with Illinois Early Learning and Development Standards. No class October 31st and November 21st.

Event Date 10-01-2024
Event End Date 12-03-2024
Days and Times Tuesdays ~ 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Code 37-01-4332
Ages 6 - 8 Years Old
Resident Fee $100
Non-Resident Fee $120
31st Annual 1 Mile Jr & 5K Open Turkey Trot
Event Date 11-09-2024
Event End Date 11-09-2024
Cut Off Date 11-01-2024
Individual Price $25.00

We are no longer accepting registration for this event

A basketball league in which boys and girls first learn the basic fundamentals of basketball; dribbling, passing and shooting. All players will be drafted to a team. For the first two weeks, players meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Team practices held on Wednesdays. Scheduled games on Saturdays. Volunteer coaches are needed. All participants will receive a uniform which consists of a jersey and shorts. Practices and games are included in the fee.

No class December 7th.

A complimentary pizza party will be held at the conclusion of the program

Event Date 10-02-2024
Event End Date 12-21-2024
Days and Times Wednesday Practice 4:30pm - 5:30pm / Saturday Games 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Code 37-01-4400
Ages Grades K, 1, & 2
Resident Fee $100
Non-Resident Fee $125

A basketball league in which boys and girls first learn the basic fundamentals of basketball; dribbling, passing and shooting. All players will be drafted to a team. For the first two weeks, players meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Team practices held on Wednesdays. Scheduled games on Saturdays. Volunteer coaches are needed. All participants will receive a uniform which consists of a jersey and shorts. Practices and games are included in the fee.

No class December 7th.

A complimentary pizza party will be held at the conclusion of the program

Event Date 10-02-2024
Event End Date 12-21-2024
Days and Times Wednesday Practice 5:30pm - 6:30pm / Saturday Games 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Code 37-02-4400
Ages Grades 3, 4, & 5
Resident Fee $100
Non-Resident Fee $125

A basketball league in which boys and girls first learn the basic fundamentals of basketball; dribbling, passing and shooting. All players will be drafted to a team. For the first two weeks, players meet on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Team practices held on Wednesdays. Scheduled games on Saturdays. Volunteer coaches are needed. All participants will receive a uniform which consists of a jersey and shorts. Practices and games are included in the fee.

No class December 7th.

A complimentary pizza party will be held at the conclusion of the program

Event Date 10-02-2024
Event End Date 12-21-2024
Days and Times Wednesday Practice 6:30pm - 7:30pm / Saturday Games 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Code 37-04-4400
Ages Grades 6, 7, & 8
Resident Fee $100
Non-Resident Fee $125

This six-week course will consist of instructional classes for boys and girls in the sport of floor hockey. The program will contain basic fundamentals, rules, regulations and round robin play. A free T-shirt is included.

Event Date 10-02-2023
Event End Date 11-09-2023
Days and Times Monday/Thursday ~ 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Code 37-02-4320
Ages 7 - 9 years old
Resident Fee $50
Non-Resident Fee $60

This six-week course will consist of instructional classes for boys and girls in the sport of floor hockey. The program will contain basic fundamentals, rules, regulations and round robin play. A free T-shirt is included.

Event Date 10-02-2023
Event End Date 11-09-2023
Days and Times Monday/Thursday ~ 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Code 37-04-4320
Ages 10-12 years old
Resident Fee $50
Non-Resident Fee $60

Mr. Frank Sanchez will be providing students with exceptional knowledge and expertise in drawing and oil painting. Classes are continuous and will consist of four–one hour sessions. Students will learn various styles of drawing and oil painting. Basic mixing, technique, brush handling, brush up and patterning is also included.

Paint a seasonal picture! You’ll learn to draw accurately before you begin your step-by-step paintings. Projects include a 16x20 oil painting picture of your choice. Each session features a different picture.

Event Date 09-30-2024
Days and Times Call for information
Code 37-40-4510
Ages 7 years to Adult
Resident Fee $55
Non-Resident Fee $75

Come join the fun and register for our successful dodgeball program. Participants will be taught individual ball skills along with team play. Official rules will be taught regarding the game, playing field, equipment and code of conduct. All participants will receive a T-shirt. The program will meet for eight sessions.

Event Date 10-06-2023
Event End Date 10-27-2023
Days and Times Friday ~ 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Code 37-03-4402
Ages 7 to 9 year olds
Resident Fee $40
Non-Resident Fee $55

Come join the fun and register for our successful dodgeball program. Participants will be taught individual ball skills along with team play. Official rules will be taught regarding the game, playing field, equipment and code of conduct. All participants will receive a T-shirt. The program will meet for eight sessions.

Event Date 10-06-2023
Event End Date 10-27-2023
Days and Times Friday ~ 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Code 37-03-4403
Ages 10 to 12 year olds
Resident Fee $40
Non-Resident Fee $55

Tom Sierakowski (3rd Dan) directs our Karate program. All Karate classes are continuous six-week programs. Students learn Karate skills through a variety of fun and creative activities. Students develop coordination, strength, agility, poise and personal safety in a supervised setting. This class will be held in the Gymnasium or the Multipurpose Room when available.

Event Date 09-30-2024
Days and Times Saturdays ~ 9:30am - 10:30am
Code 37-40-4318
Ages 5 to 14 Years Old
Resident Fee $60
Non-Resident Fee $80

The Orland Hills Recreation Department, in conjunction with Forest View Farms, is offering a package of five (5) pony riding lessons. The classes are small with fun instructors and a heated indoor arena for year round riding. Call the stable to arrange class and bring your receipt to the first lesson.

Event Date 09-23-2024
Days and Times Call Stable to arrange day and time
Ages 4 to 7 Years Old, Under 100 Lbs.
Resident Fee $125 Resident/5 lessons
Non-Resident Fee $135 Nonresident/5 lessons

Critter class is an introduction to some of the world’s most misunderstood creatures. Reptiles, Amphibians and Bugs. We will teach the importance of these creatures to the environment as well as their natural history and how to take care of them as pets. Each Class will feature live animals. Classes are taught by the experts from Crosstown Exotics. Some classes may take place outdoors, so dress accordingly. No open toed shoes, please. Parents are welcome to stay

Event Date 12-03-2024
Days and Times 12/03/24 ~ 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Code 39-15-4705
Ages 3 to 13 Years Old
Resident Fee $35
Non-Resident Fee $40