Programs

200514 / 365VBC Intermediate/Advance Volleyball Training

Have the basics of volleyball down and need some additional coaching and training to accelerate your skills for school or club? By learning advanced skills and strategies, players will develop in all aspects of the game. Please note that if you are registering for both days, times only show for one of the days. Thursday sessions focus on skills and training. Sunday sessions focus on game scenarios. This activity meets Sundays 3:15-4:45 pm and Thursdays 4:45-6:15 pm.
*When registering for both Sundays and Thursdays, please make note that times are different each day.

200514 C02 / Sundays for Intermediate/Advance

06/08/2025 - 08/24/2025
3:15 pm - 4:45 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 165.00/$ 207.00
Register

200518 / Beach Volleyball Lessons

No previous knowledge of Beach Volleyball is necessary. Classes will consist of teaching fundamentals of Beach Volleyball and then playing fun games and modified games using the fundamental principles of Beach Volleyball that were taught. New and returning students are welcome. Our focus is to take each individual student’s skills to the next level under the guidance of an experienced coach.

200518 C07 / Beach Volleyball Lessons

07/14/2025 - 08/06/2025
9:15 am - 10:00 am
Ages
5-6
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 105.00/$ 120.00
Register

200532 / Pre-Karate

Illinois Shotokan Karate Club is Chicagoland’s premier karate school taught under the instruction of John DiPasquale. Young children develop confidence, strength, and coordination skills through fun and creative classes. This program is specifically designed for growing minds and bodies to enhance memory and agility. Watch your child’s confidence blossom while learning karate and having a blast at the same time! Uniforms, equipment and belt testing are optional for an additional fee through the class instructor.

200532 C01 / Pre-Karate – Beginner/Continuer

06/10/2025 - 08/19/2025
4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
Ages
4-6
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 171.00/$ 226.00
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200534 / Youth Karate

ISKCs Youth karate classes will put children in touch with their bodies and offers a good mix of strength training. Children increase their coordination, agility and poise, as well as learn lasting personal safety skills. Classes help increase self-esteem, in addition to enhancing discipline and control. Uniforms, equipment and belt testing are optional for an additional fee through the class instructor. Please note that the Youth, Parent/Child and Adult classes train together. YP

200534 C01 / Youth/Adult Karate – Beginner/Continuer (White-Red)

06/10/2025 - 08/19/2025
5:20 pm - 6:15 pm
Ages
7-17
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 171.00/$ 226.00
Register

200538 / Adult Karate

Classes release tension, develop total body fitness and build stamina and overall productivity! In addition to self-defense skills, karate increases flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and muscle tone, while improving core strength. Illinois Shotokan Karate Club is Chicagoland’s premier karate school taught under the instruction of John DiPasquale, a four-time National Champion, US National Coach and President of the US National Karate Federation

200538 C01 / Adult Karate – Advanced (Brown-Black Belts Only)

06/10/2025 - 08/19/2025
8:30 pm - 9:25 pm
Ages
Adult-0
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 171.00/$ 226.00
Register

200542 / Youth Modern Arnis Martial Arts

Modern Arnis is a weapon based Filipino martial art style founded by Grandmaster Remy Presas. Modern Arnis emphasizes the use of sticks, knives and empty hand techniques. It also incorporates other martial arts such as Small-Circle Jujitsu to create a unique self-defense system based on body mechanics, fluidity, and functionality. Filipino Martial Arts are showcased in Hollywood in TV shows such as Arrow and in Movies such as The Borne Identity.

200542 C02 / Modern Arnis Filipino Martial Arts

07/26/2025 - 08/30/2025
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 78.00/$ 117.00
Register

200544 / Adult Modern Arnis Martial Arts

Modern Arnis is a weapon based Filipino martial art style founded by Grandmaster Remy Presas. Modern Arnis emphasizes the use of sticks, knives and empty hand techniques. It also incorporates other martial arts such as Small-Circle Jujitsu to create a unique self-defense system based on body mechanics, fluidity, and functionality. Filipino Martial Arts are showcased in Hollywood in TV shows such as Arrow and in Movies such as The Borne Identity.

200544 C02 / Modern Arnis Filipino Martial Arts

07/26/2025 - 08/30/2025
10:45 am - 12:45 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 148.00/$ 219.00
Register

200545 / Tae Kwon Do

New–Tae Kwon Do program instructed by Grandmaster H. Thomas Cameron. He is an 8th degree black belt with 47 years of experience. He was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame as the 2018 Grandmaster of the year and has recently been included in the book The Worlds Greatest Living Martial Artists. Students will learn self-defense as well as improving each students self-confidence, discipline, coordination, physical and mental capabilities. Testing fee is $60 and includes the belt and materials. Please wear athletic clothes, no jeans.

200545 D01 / Tae Kwon Do-Beginner/White & Yellow Belt

08/08/2025 - 10/03/2025
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Ages
5-17
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 60.00/$ 90.00
Register

200546 / Tae Kwon Do-Yellow Belt and Above

Grandmaster H. Thomas Cameron is an 8th degree black belt with over 47 years of experience. He was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame as the 2018 Grandmaster of the year and has recently been included in the book “The World’s Greatest Living Martial Artists.” Students will learn self-defense as well as improving each student’s self-confidence, discipline, coordination, physical and mental capabilities. Testing fee is $60 and includes the belt and materials. Please wear athletic clothes, no jeans. Must have enrolled in White Belt or previously taken Yellow Belt and Above to register.

Instructor: Grand Master H. Thomas Cameron

200546 D01 / Tae Kwon Do – Orange & Green Belt

08/08/2025 - 10/03/2025
5:35 pm - 6:35 pm
Ages
5-16
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 60.00/$ 90.00
Register

200547 / Victory Mixed Martial Arts

Our classes will provide a safe (and fun!) environment where students will learn the most effective styles of modern mixed martial arts, infused with lessons on character development. We incorporate boxing, kickboxing, wrestling and jiu-jitsu in our structured curriculum. Every class begins and finishes with a “Mat Chat”, a personal development topic such as focus, confidence, discipline, bully-awareness ect. Students are expected to know the techniques and understand the Mat Chat by the end of each session. Learn more about our program at www.victorymmaacademy.com

200547 C03 / Victory Mixed Martial Arts

07/24/2025 - 08/28/2025
5:30 pm - 6:20 pm
Ages
5-8
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 84.00/$ 135.00
Register

200548 / Tae Kwon Do-Orange Belt and Above

Grandmaster H. Thomas Cameron is an 8th degree black belt with over 47 years of experience. He was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame as the 2018 Grandmaster of the year and has recently been included in the book “The World’s Greatest Living Martial Artists.” Students will learn self-defense as well as improving each student’s self-confidence, discipline, coordination, physical and mental capabilities. Testing fee is $60 and includes the belt and materials. Please wear athletic clothes, no jeans. Must have enrolled in White Belt or previously taken Yellow Belt and Above to register.

Instructor: Grand Master H. Thomas Cameron

200548 D01 / Tae Kwon Do – Orange Belt & Above

08/13/2025 - 10/08/2025
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Ages
5-16
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 60.00/$ 90.00
Register

200549 / Miscellaneous Martial Arts Programs

Grandmaster H. Thomas Cameron is an 8th degree black belt with over 47 years of experience. He was inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame as the 2018 Grandmaster of the year and has recently been included in the book “The World’s Greatest Living Martial Artists.” Students will learn self-defense as well as improving each student’s self-confidence, discipline, coordination, physical and mental capabilities. Testing fee is $60 and includes the belt and materials. Please wear athletic clothes, no jeans. Must have enrolled in White Belt or previously taken Yellow Belt and Above to register.

Instructor: Grand Master H. Thomas Cameron

200549 D01 / Tae Kwon Do – Blue Belt & Above

08/08/2025 - 10/03/2025
6:40 pm - 7:40 pm
Ages
5-16
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 60.00/$ 90.00
Register

200555 / Pickleball for Beginners

Interested in improving your talent and skills on the court? Learn basic tactical decisions and skills needed to improve your game in doubles pickleball format. Learn how proper footwork improves your ability to make your returns consistently. Learn balance techniques to improve your agility on the court. Learn fundamentals for dinking mechanics, 3rd shot drops, resets, backhand and footwork. Practice serving and receiving strategies and learn proper court positioning. Learn the “X” pattern to determine who plays the ball in a rally. Work on fundamentals such as the split step, the ready position, shifting/pinching movement, transitioning from the baseline to the kitchen, lobs, stacking and more.

200555 D01 / Beginners Pickleball Lessons

11/24/2025 - 11/26/2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 85.00/$ 105.00
Register

200556 / Intermediate/Advanced Pickleball Lesson

Interested in improving your talent and skills on the court? Learn basic tactical decisions and skills needed to improve your game in doubles pickleball format. Learn how proper footwork improves your ability to make your returns consistently. Learn balance techniques to improve your agility on the court. Learn fundamentals for dinking mechanics, 3rd shot drops, resets, backhand and footwork. Practice serving and receiving strategies and learn proper court positioning. Learn the “X” pattern to determine who plays the ball in a rally. Work on fundamentals such as the split step, the ready position, shifting/pinching movement, transitioning from the baseline to the kitchen, lobs, stacking and more.

200556 D01 / Intermediate/ Advanced Pickleball Lessons

11/10/2025 - 11/13/2025
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 85.00/$ 105.00
Register

200562 / Quick Start Tennis

No previous knowledge of tennis is necessary. Classes will consist of teaching fundamentals of tennis and then playing fun games and modified games using the fundamental principles of tennis that were taught. Then we will move into scorekeeping with individual tournament matches and doubles tournament matches. New and retuning students are welcome. Our focus is to take each individual student’s skills to the next level under the guidance of an experienced coach.

200562 C06 / Tennis- Quickstart

08/04/2025 - 08/13/2025
5:15 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages
5-7
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 120.00/$ 180.00
Register

200564 / Tennis

No previous knowledge of tennis is necessary. New and retuning students are welcome. Classes will consist of teaching the fundamentals of tennis and playing modified games. Then we will move into scorekeeping with individual tournament matches and doubles tournament matches. Our focus is to take each individual student’s skills to the next level under the guidance of an experienced coach. Prizes will be given.

200564 C08 / Tennis-Rightsize

07/14/2025 - 08/06/2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages
12-15
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 120.00/$ 180.00
Register

200600 / Adult Food Trips

Enjoy fresh, seasonal, regional American food prepared and served by COD students in the Culinary Arts & Hospitality programs.

200600 D01 / Lunch at Waterleaf

09/17/2025 - 09/17/2025
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Ages
Adult-0
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 25.00/$ 30.00
Register

200610 / Adult Museum Trips

Begin with lunch at the historic Lodge at Starved Rock, followed by a riverboat tour on The Eagle 1 to see autumn foliage. Restrooms available throughout.

200610 D01 / Autumn on the River

10/15/2025 - 10/15/2025
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Ages
14-17
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 75.00/$ 80.00
Register

200630 / Adult Sightseeing Trips

Experience the Chicago Air & Water Preview Day from beautiful Lake Michigan aboard the
Spirit of Chicago. Registration includes transportation, a two-hour cruise, and a delicious
brunch buffet. Enjoy the best views of the show preview and Chicago skyline from your cabin
seat or from the ship’s deck. Please note, there is a short staircase to access the upper deck.

200630 C01 / Chicago Air And Water Show Preview

08/15/2025 - 08/15/2025
9:30 am - 2:30 pm
Ages
Adult-0
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 125.00/$ 135.00
Register

200700 / Junior Basketball League

Ages 5-8 years (Kindergarten through 2nd Grade)
This Introductory league will teach the fundamentals and skills of basketball as students learn how to play in a team environment by playing 3 on 3 basketball. The first four weeks will consist of practice every Thursday night between 5:00pm and 8:00pm.
For the last five weeks teams will receive 30-40 minutes of practice time, and a 20-minute game, games and practices will be held on Thursday nights. Game times will be Thursdays between 5:30pm and 8:00pm. Depending on enrollment leagues may possibly be combined at the discretion of the Athletic Manager. Team jerseys will be provided. Volunteer coaches are appreciated!

200700 D01 / Junior Basketball 3v3 League

10/16/2025 - 11/13/2025
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Ages
5-6
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 75.00/$ 110.00
Register

202110 / Days Off School Camps

Looking for childcare on days off school? We have you covered! Participants will bring a sack lunch, two snacks, a swimsuit, towel and a water bottle. Activities include: arts and crafts, games, sports, music, playground (weather dependent) and swimming every day at Pelican Harbor Indoor Pool.

202110 D01 / Day Off School Care

10/13/2025 - 10/13/2025
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

$ 35.00/$ 50.00
Register

202210 / Reach-Pioneer

The REACH program only meets when students have school. Please refer to the VVSD School Calendar for complete listing of days off. There is a $50.00 non-refundable registration fee per child that is separate from the REACH Tuition fees.

202210 E10 / Pioneer 5 Day AM

08/14/2025 - 05/22/2026
6:45 am - 9:00 am
Ages
5-10
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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202410 / Reach-Jonas Salk

The REACH program only meets when students have school. Please refer to the VVSD School Calendar for complete listing of days off. There is a $50.00 non-refundable registration fee per child that is separate from the REACH Tuition fees.

202410 E20 / Jonas Salk 5 Day PM

08/14/2025 - 05/22/2026
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages
5-10
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203111 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 1st Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203111 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 1st Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203112 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 2nd Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203112 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 2nd Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203113 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 3rd Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203113 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 3rd Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203114 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 4th Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203114 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 4th Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203115 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 5th Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203115 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 5th Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203116 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 6th Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203116 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 6th Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203117 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 7th/8th Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203117 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M-F Entering 7th/8th Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203121 / Camp Alotta Fun M/W/F Entering 1st Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203121 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M/W/F Entering 1st Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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203122 / Camp Alotta Fun M/W/F Entering 2nd Grade

Camp Alotta fun will provide campers with the opportunity to participate in weekly themed activities that will include arts and crafts, group games, sports, music, nature, swimming, climbing wall and field trips. Campers will be placed in groups by grade and will participate in activities both individually within their group as well as whole camp activities. The 7th-8th grade campers will have additional mini-trips planned geared towards this age group. Several of our counselors are certified teachers or college students working toward degrees in education or recreation. Camp meets rain or shine. Campers should bring a sack lunch with a drink each day. Camper must be entering specified grade in the fall to participate in this program.

203122 G10 / Camp Alotta Fun M/W/F Entering 2nd Grade

08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fees
(Resident/Non-Resident)

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