Resident Registration
Opens April 6
Non-Resident Registration
Opens April 13
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Resident: April 6
Non-Resident: April 13
To qualify for resident rates an individual must reside within the boundaries of the Cary Park District. Residents support the Park District through tax dollars. While boundaries of other taxing bodies in the community are different, you may confirm whether you are a Cary Park District resident by looking at your tax bill under the taxing bodies you support.
1. Online Visit carypark.com
2. Mail In
Complete a registration form and mail it with payment to: Cary Park District
Attn: Registration 255 Briargate Road Cary, IL 60013
3. Fax
Complete a registration form and fax it to 847.639.6290.
4. In Person
Visit the Community Center anytime we are open. The Community Center is located at 255 Briargate Road, Cary.
5. Drop Box
Place your completed registration form and payment in a sealed envelope and drop it in the Drop Box in the Community Center parking lot. The drop box is along the sidewalk in front of the building near the parking lot.
The Cary Park District is an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency. It is the highest accreditation possible in the State of Illinois for a park and recreation agency. The Cary Park District has received this award 5 times.
What does receiving this award mean to Cary Park District residents?
It means the Cary Park District:
• Meets professional standards for facilities and services.
• Is acknowledged as employing qualified professionals.
• Is recognized as a leader in the State of Illinois in the field of park and recreation
• Has quality programs and services.
There are 360 park and recreation agencies throughout the State of Illinois. The Cary Park District is one of 44 park and recreation agencies that have received this award. It was the first agency in McHenry County to receive this designation.
Keith Frangiamore President kfrangiamore@carypark.com
Mike Renner Vice President mrenner@carypark.com
Jill Carasso Commissioner jcarasso@carypark.com
Phil Stanko Commissioner pstanko@carypark.com
Melissa Victor Commissioner mvictor@carypark.com
The Park Board meets on the fourth Thursday of each month (unless otherwise posted) at 7:00pm at the Community Center, 255 Briargate Road. All are welcome to attend. Meeting agendas and minutes are posted at carypark.com.
Providing exceptional recreation, parks, and open space opportunities.
The Cary Park District is committed as an organization to provide exceptional parks and lifelong recreational opportunities.
Provide non-discriminatory leisure opportunities for the region to participate in active and passive, supervised and non-supervised, for-fee and free, parks and recreation programs, facilities, and services.
Lead the community in efforts to maintain and preserve the open space, natural and historical heritage, and “rural-suburban” character of the communities that we serve.
Provide services that are proactive, where possible, that meet or exceed the current and future needs of the community.
Work with a commitment toward excellence and value as recognized by the community.
Through cooperation with other governmental, non-profit, and private sector agencies, we can often get more accomplished for the community than our own individual efforts may allow.
Lead the field in parks and recreation for communities our size through progressive and innovative practices.
Community Center
255 Briargate Road
Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847.639.6100
Fax: 847.639.6290
Hours:
Monday - Thursday 5:30am - 10:00pm
Friday 5:30am - 8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday
7:00am - 6:00pm
Community Center Holiday Hours
May 10 (Mother’s Day): 7:00am - 12:00pm
May 23-25 (Memorial Day Wknd): 7:00am - 12:00pm
June 14 (Father’s Day): 7:00am - 12:00pm
June 27 (Stars N’ Stripes Fest): 7:00am - 12:00pm
July 4 (Independence Day): 7:00am - 12:00pm
September 5-7 (Labor Day Wknd): 7:00am - 12:00pm
Administrative Annex
855 Feinberg Court, Suite 113 Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847.639.6100
Maintenance Department
1200 Silver Lake Road Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847.639.8440
Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center
1201 First Street Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847.474.7000
Cary Park District Preschool
100 Cary-Algonquin Road Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847.639.7448
Foxford Hills Golf Club
6800 S. Rawson Bridge Road Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847.639.0400
Hours: Please call Foxford Hills Golf Club for hours of operation.
Dan Jones, CPRP, MPA Executive Director
Sara Kelly, CPRP Deputy Director
Becky Horn, CPRP Administrative & Project Specialist
David Raica Director of Planning & Development
Meghan Tillson Human Resources Manager
Communications & Marketing Department
Courtney Baker Superintendent of Communications & Marketing
Judy Kudron Marketing Coordinator
Jim Nackers Director of Finance & Technology
Renee Erling Assistant Director of Finance & Technology
Cyndi Murphy Staff Accountant
Sarah Quigel Accounting Specialist
Recreation Department
Erica Hall, CPRP Superintendent of Recreation
Eric Barge, CPRP Program Manager
Courtney Fejedelem, CPRP Program Manager
Michelle Nackers Senior Coordinator
Nancy Herbster Preschool Director
Emily Pitz Registration Manager
Katie Tarosas, CPRP, AFO Facilities & Program Manager
Jillian Shorten Aquatics Supervisor
Park & Facility Maintenance Department
Noah Mach, CPRP, CPSI, CPO Superintendent of Park & Facility Maintenance
Eric Arreola, CPO Facility Maintenance Specialist
Jaime Arreola Parks Specialist
Nathan Chobanian Parks Specialist
Grant Dreves Parks Specialist
Taylor Nowak Parks Specialist
Mike Penkava, CPRP Park Maintenance Manager
Jim Rodriguez Facility & Park Maintenance Specialist
Bob Sutalski Parks Specialist/Mechanic
Mike Warren, CPO Facility Maintenance Manager
Get out and explore all of what Cary has to offer! Play in a new park, enjoy free entertainment, learn a new skill, and most importantly, have some fun! Get 8 entries in the PASSPORT TO FUN this summer and redeem for a prize!
Pick up your Passport to Fun at the Community Center or click here to download!
Friday, June 26
Join us for the Firecracker 5K and enjoy an after party at Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center! Firecracker 5K participants get in for free! Guests of participants can enjoy half off admission, if no membership.
Swag Bag/t-shirt pick up will be available at Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center starting June 22.
Check in: 6:00-6:45pm Start time: 7:00pm After Party: 8:00-10:00pm
$45r/$68nr #xxxxx
Parking available at: Cary-Grove High School, Cary-Grove Park, & Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center.
$20 per vehicle
Free Entertainment Free Entertainment
Grab a lawn chair, a blanket and some friends and head over to Lions Park for some fun, free outdoor entertainment!
June 11
My Weekend Crush
Covering the best of the ‘90s, 2000s, and today’s Top 40 with a spark of rock and a shot of glitter!
June 18
Playing their own brand of party, dance, and straight up rock that will get your feet moving and your hands clapping!
July 9
Bringing you all the smooth hits of the late 70’s & early 80’s!
Children’s
Entertainment
Begins at 12:00pm
Concerts begin at 7:00pm
A combination of your favorite playlist and the songs you turn up on your radio.
July 23
Come see Cary Park District’s Inspiration Dance Team and enjoy a captivating dance performance!
July Jeanie17B
Musical Edu-tainment for children of all ages!
August 14
Wendy and DB
Join Wendy & DB as they share their unique approach to early childhood music using blues and folk traditions!
Final Countdown May 22 6:00-9:00pm
Skip the lines before opening day and get your membership! Staff will be available to answer questions about Aqua Fitness and Sunburst Swim School. Be the first to sample some of our delicious menu items at Snack Shack!
June 1 7:30-10:00pm
Come enjoy an exclusive late night just for Sunburst Bay members! Enter raffles for a chance to win some Sunburst Bay fun! FREE
Late Night Swim
June 8 7:30-10:00pm
Join us as we keep the pool open a little later for a nighttime swim! Regular daily fees/ memberships apply.
Late Night Swim
June 15 7:30-10:00pm
Join us as we keep the pool open a little later for a nighttime swim! Regular daily fees/ memberships apply.
Sunburst Bay!
June 18
First 50 people will get a celebratory treat!
Tween Night
June 22 7:30-10:00pm
Teens get the pool all to themselves! Tell the DJ your favorite songs and have an awesome night with your friends! $10
June 26 7:30pm - end of movie
Float in the pool while watching a movie on the big screen! We want your vote! Coco vs. Honey I Shrunk the Kids. Voting ends June 11. Movie starts after dark. $5m/$10nm
4:00-10:00pm
Fireworks, food, and lots of fun!
$10 member/ $15 non-member to Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center for swimming and best view from the pool for fireworks!
$20 per vehicle parking
See page 8 for more details.
Late Night Swim
July 6 7:30-10:00pm
Join us as we keep the pool open a little later for a nighttime swim! Regular daily fees/ memberships apply.
Tween Night
July 13 7:30-10:00pm
Teens get the pool all to themselves! Tell the DJ your favorite songs and have an awesome night with your friends! $10
Aloha Day
July 18 12:00-7:00pm
Treats from Kona Ice for the kids and margaritas for the adults! Come enjoy Sunburst Bay Aloha style!
$5m/$10nm – margarita tickets $8
Christmas in July
July 27 7:30pm - end of movie $5m/$10nm Movie will start after dark.
August 8 12:00-5:00pm
Enjoy fun activities including music by a DJ, Kona Ice Treat sales, school supply giveaway, trivia contest, dancing, and more! Regular daily fees/memberships apply.
The Reef
S Zero depth entry leisure pool
S Variety of water play features
S Water walk
S Current channel
Parking & Trails
The Cove
S Eight 25-yard lane lap pool
S Diving boards and drop slide
S Climbing wall
S Accessible entry
Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center is accessible by walking or biking the trail system and by car with plenty of bike racks and parking in front of the building.
Saturday, August 8
12:30pm &3:30pm
THE
Other Amenities
S Splish & Splash body flume slides
S Plenty of deck and lawn seating
S Shade sails and cabanas
S Locker rooms
S Snack Shack with plaza seating
S Oasis Party Room
S Sand Volleyball Courts (located outside of Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center)
Join the Cary Area Public Library at Sunburst Bay on Show your library card and get $5 daily admission (for CAPL cardholders only, other area libraries are not included in this promotion). Join Library staff for poolside Storytimes during the safety breaks at 12:30pm and 3:30pm.
Library staff will also be onsite to register eligible community members for a library card. To get a library card you must live within the Cary Area Public Library District boundaries, show a picture ID with your current name and address, and a current piece of mail. Parents or legal guardians must apply for any minors under 18. For more information on how to get a library card, visit caryarealibrary.org/getcard.
Season passes will be valid from opening day until Labor Day. Passes may be purchased any time before or during the season.
Youth Individual Ages 3 - 17 years
Adult Individual Ages 18 & older
Senior Individual Age 55 & older
Additional household member
Children 2 and under are free.
Visit carypark.com for a list of Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center rules that promote a safe and fun environment for all our guests. Rules and guidelines are also posted at Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center. Thank you in advance for abiding by these rules.
Children 2 years and under are free. To qualify for resident rates an individual must reside within the boundaries of the Cary Park District. Residents support the Park District through tax dollars. While boundaries of other taxing bodies in the community are different, you may confirm whether you are a Cary Park District resident by looking at your tax bill under the taxing bodies you support.
Bay Aquatic Center is located at Cary-Grove Park next to Cary-Grove High School on Three Oaks Road and First Street.
Opening Weekend - May 24-26 (no lap swim)
Saturday, May 24 12:00 - 5:00pm
Sunday, May 25 12:00 - 5:00pm
Monday, May 26 12:00 - 5:00pm
Monday 11:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday 11:00am - 8:30pm Wednesday 11:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday 11:00am - 8:30pm
Friday 11:00am - 6:30pm Member Fridays* Saturday 10:00am - 6:30pm
Sunday 10:00am - 5:30pm Sensory Swim** 10:00 - 11:00am
Monday - Friday 4:00 - 8:00pm
Saturday 10:00am - 6:30pm
Sunday 10:00am - 5:30pm
Labor Day Weekend (no lap swim)
Saturday, September 5 12:00 - 5:00pm
Sunday, September 6 12:00 - 5:00pm
Monday, September 7 12:00 - 5:00pm
Lap Swim: June 2 - August 10
Monday - Friday (2 lanes) 5:30 - 7:30am
Saturday (8 lanes) 6:00 - 8:00am
Every Day (2 lanes) During open swim hours
Lap swimmers may pay the daily fee or purchase a season pool pass to attend lap swim.
Members may enter at 10:00am on Fridays. Reef and Splish Splash slide only.
Sensory Swim is every Sunday from 10:00 - 11:00am. During Sensory Swim there will be no music or spray features. Whistles will only be used for emergencies.
• The Snack Shack will close 1 hour before Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center closes for the day.
• Guests must leave the facility 30-minutes after the closing announcement.
• The “Cove” (lap pool) will close at 4:00pm on June 4, June 16, July 7 and July 14 for Cary Barracuda swim meets and at 7:30 on June 25 for a Barracuda Swim Team event. Dates are subject to change. The “Reef” will remain open during swim meets. Changes will be posted at the Admissions Desk.
• On June 27 Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center will close at 1:00pm and the reopen at 3:00pm for Stars N’ Stripes Fest attendees.
• Per park district policies and guidelines, children who are not yet toilet trained are required to wear a non-disposable swim diaper.
Make your next birthday a splash! Pool parties include the use of the Oasis Room, swimming, pizza, juice boxes, and cupcakes. Parties are 2.5 hours in length with 90 minutes of swimming and 60 minutes for lunch and cupcakes. Fee is $425 for members and $625 for non-members for up to 24 guests. Additional guests (up to 40 guests) are $15 each. Parties take place during open swim hours:
Rent one of our eight cabanas and enjoy a vacation-like experience. Each cabana features 2 loungers, 2 chairs, a table, and water. Plus, order from the concession stand from the comfort of your cabana. Our guest service staff will bring your order for you to enjoy.
- 1:30pm
- 4:30pm
Download Birthday Party rental form here.
Rent the Oasis for your summer gathering. The Oasis holds up to 40 people. It also includes a refrigerator with freezer, sink, microwave, and counter space to prepare for your gathering. Tables and chairs are included and can be set up to your specifications. Swimming is an additional fee.
Rent Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center for your own private party. Rentals are Monday - Thursday, 8:00 - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday, 7:00 - 9:00pm, and Sunday, 5:00 - 7:00pm. Oasis rental is an additional fee.
Total Body Aqua M 6/2 - 6/23 6:15 - 7:00pm
Aqua Combat W 6/4 - 6/25 6:15 - 7:00pm
Aqua Zumba W 7/10 - 7/31 7:15 - 8:00am Jamie Reef $56/$84
Aqua Jog & Strength F 6/6 - 6/27 8:30 - 9:30am
Surfboard Yoga Express F 6/6 - 6/27 10:15 - 11:00am
Aqua Jog & Strength Express Sa 7/12 - 8/2 9:15 - 10:00am Carrie Reef $56/$84
Total Body Aqua M 7/7 - 7/28 6:15 - 7:00pm Lori Reef $56/$84
Aqua Combat W 7/9 - 7/30 6:15 - 7:00pm Carrie Reef $56/$84
Aqua Jog & Strength F 7/11 - 8/1 8:30 - 9:30am
Surfboard Yoga Express F 7/11 - 8/1 10:15 - 11:00am
Aqua Jog & Strength Express Sa 7/12 - 8/2 9:15 - 10:00am Carrie Reef $56/$84
Register for an entire session of a class to be guaranteed a spot. If you prefer to try one class at a time or workout as your schedule allows, you may pay the per class M/NM daily fee: $20/$30 Aqua Combat & Surfboard Yoga, $14/$21 all other aqua fitness classes. Group Fitness Unlimited Passes or punch cards are not accepted for Aqua Fitness classes.
Aqua Combat will have you striking and kicking like an MMA pro! Gain muscular strength, endurance, and coordination through water resistance training and choreographed mixed martial arts inspired movements. This takes kickboxing to a whole new level. All levels welcome. Min/Max: 4/10
Aqua Jog & Strength Express
Come out for this unique class that is held in the current channel. Walk, jog, or run against the resistance of the moving water and finish with a good stretch. All levels welcome. Min/Max: 4/20
Aqua Zumba brings both Zumba and water resistance together in one awesome pool party! Structured like a standard Zumba class, Aqua Zumba is dancing to motivational music with unique dance moves and combinations - except it’s in water. All levels welcome.
The hottest new fitness phenomenon has made its way to Sunburst Bay! Tone your body while increasing your balance, strength, flexibility, and mobility through this slow flow yoga class. What could be more relaxing than yoga on water? No paddle board or surf experience necessary. All levels welcome. Min/Max: 4/10
Join in on the fun and get a full body workout with Total Body Aqua! This class will incorporate different exercises and techniques that will work all major muscle groups. This class is a great cardiovascular workout and strength builder. All levels welcome. Min/Max: 4/20
is a unique program that challenges participants to learn and grow as a swimmer, starting with the basics of water safety and building a skill set that enables swimmers to be safe in aquatic settings, and even advance to competitive levels if they choose. The Swim Instructor team is diligently trained by experienced Instructors and Swim School Coordinators. With safety being this program’s priority, Lifeguards are always on duty while swimmers are in class.
A letter will be sent to parents following enrollment in the swim lesson program. Please refer to this letter for important information on lessons, rules, and guidelines. Swim Lesson Cancellations. Always assume lessons will be held. In the event of questionable weather, visit carypark.com and click on the RainOutLine banner on the home page. There you may select to receive text alerts or e-mail alerts. You may call 847.639.6200 to hear a recorded message of updates.
Unless otherwise listed, cancellations due to inclement weather will usually be made up on the Thursday within the session. Make-ups or refunds will not be granted if the participant does not show up for a scheduled lesson that is held.
Parent & Child
Swimmers explore the water accompanied by a parent or guardian. This course’s purpose is to give young swimmer’s a positive introduction to swimming. Instructors will provide structured lessons that include skills such as blowing bubbles, bobbing underwater (not required), and kicking feet! Participants can expect to play games and sing songs, all while introducing their little swimmer to the pool!Max 12/session
Starfish - Water Exploration Preschool Age
Swimmers gain comfort in the water without being accompanied by a parent. This level gives young swimmers an opportunity to learn about water safety, while also learning basic skills that are all performed with direct support from instructors. Skills will include blowing bubbles, bobbing underwater, floating with support, kicking feet, and more! Level requirements include willingness to get in the pool with instructors. Max 12/session
Goldfish - Water Independence
Preschool & School Age, Teenagers, Adults
Swimmers will learn basic swimming safety and survival skills, including but not limited to, floating without assistance, treading water, and combining arm and leg action to perform freestyle and backstroke swimming. Level requirements include being comfortable in 3-5 ft of water, blowing bubbles, and willingness to bob head underwater without assistance. Max 20/session
Dolphins - Stroke Introduction
School Age, Teenagers, Adults
Swimmers will improve their freestyle and backstroke abilities, as well as be introduced to breaststroke. This level will also revisit treading water, and introduce headfirst entries. Swimmers can expect to gain endurance in the pool at this level. Level requirements include prior knowledge and ability to perform freestyle and backstroke without assistance. . Max 16/session
Stingrays - Stroke Development
School Age, Teenagers, Adults
Swimmers will be exposed to all four competitive swimming strokes. Instructors will focus on refining swimmers freestyle and backstroke skills, while giving swimmers foundational knowledge on breaststroke and butterfly. Swimmers will also review treading water and headfirst entries. Level requirements include confident ability to perform freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke without assistance. Max 16/session
School Age, Teenagers, Adults
Swimmers will practice stroke drills to improve their ability to perform the four competitive swimming strokes. Swimmers will also improve their endurance in this level by swimming laps. This level will also introduce flip turns, diving off swim blocks, and more! Level requirements include knowledge of all four competitive strokes and ability to swim at least 25 yards without stopping. Max 12/session
School Age, Teenagers, Adults
Swimmers will perform all four competitive swim strokes proficiently. Swimmers will also be introduced to swim team practice structure and terminology. Swimmers can expect to swim several laps of each stroke during a lesson, in addition to practicing drills and swim team skills such as flip turns and dives. Level requirements include ability to perform all four competitive strokes, and ability to swim at least 200 yards during a 45 minute lesson. Max 12/session
Receive weather related program and facility information at your fingertips.
Areas include:
Community Center
Sunburst Bay Aquatic Center
Preschool & ET KidZone Sites
Athletic Fields
Walnut Hollow Disc Golf Course
Dog Park
Camp ECHO
See Rainout Line at carypark.com.
All ages Instructor: Staff Min/Max: 2/4 per instructor
Semi-private swim lessons offer individualized instruction for all ability levels from Goldfish through Stingrays. Descriptions for each level can be found on page 17. Unfortunately, there are no make-ups or refunds if the participant does not show up for a scheduled lesson.
All ages Instructor: Staff Min/Max: 1/5
Private swim lessons offer one-on-one instruction for students at any age and ability level. Unfortunately, there are no make-ups or refunds if the participant does not show up for a scheduled lesson. Sign up for a private package of lessons and receive one rescheduled class. (Must give 72 hours notice.) (No lessons July 4)
Saturday 6/6 - 8/1 8:00-8:45am
$392/$588 (8 wks)
Mon/Wed 6/8 - 6/17 8:15-9:00am $196/$294
Mon/Wed 6/8 - 6/17 6:15-7:00pm $196/$294
Mon/Wed 6/22 - 7/1 8:15-9:00am $196/$294
Mon/Wed 6/22 - 7/1 6:15-7:00pm $196/$294
Mon/Wed 7/6- 7/15 8:15-9:00am $196/$294
Mon/Wed 7/6- 7/15 6:15-7:00pm $196/$294
Mon/Wed 7/20 -7/29 8:15-9:00am $196/$294
Mon/Wed 7/20 -7/29 6:15-7:00pm $196/$294
Sa 6/6 - 8/1 8:55-9:30am
This camp offers a full schedule of exciting activities that will keep your child engaged all day long. The majority of the time is spent outdoors, where children can play, stay active, build independence, develop life skills, make new friends, and create lasting memories. In addition to arts and crafts, sports, and games, campers will have the chance to explore nature through fishing, hiking, and scavenger hunts. Weekly swim days and field trips are also part of the fun.
Our camp counselors are a mix of experienced and enthusiastic high school students, college students, and adults. They foster a non-competitive environment where kids can relax, have fun, and simply enjoy being kids. Many of our counselors have been with the Park District and camp program for several years.
Grades
Entering K - 5th: Camp ECHO
Entering 6th - 8th: ECHO Extreme
Location
Fel-Pro RRR Conservation Area 1520 Crystal Lake Road, Cary
Registration Begins April 6
Cary Park District residents April 13 Non-residents
Register online or download a registration form and return to the Community Center.
Camp will begin June 1 regardless of the final day of District 26 schools. No prorated camp fee will be given.
Register your child in the grade level he/she will be entering in the fall of 2026. Registrations are accepted only at carypark.com, or by completing the Park District Registration form at the Community Center, 255 Briargate Rd. Cary, IL 60013. Emailed forms will not be accepted.
Weeks are to be paid in full 7 days prior to the start of each week. Failure to pay 7 days prior may result in removal of your spot in camp. See the payment schedule below. Automatic payments may be set up through our Active Net system or by calling our office at 847-639-6100.
Camp ECHO will be utilizing a online form system EPACT. EPACT is a one stop shop for all required camp forms including emergency cards, code of conduct, refund policies, medical forms and more. After you register, you will receive an automated email with a link to the forms that are required. You will need to create an account or log in and complete all required documents by the Friday before the camp week begins. Failure to complete these forms on time may result in removal of camp.
Refunds or withdraw requests must be made by 12:00pm (noon) 14 days prior to the Monday of camp. After this deadline, no refunds or withdrawals will be issued. Requests can be made by filling out a withdrawal form found at carypark.com and returning to Eric Barge at ebarge@carypark.com or dropped at the front desk of the Community Center.
Week 1
June 1 - June 5 May 24 May 18 by 12:00pm
Week 2 June 8 - June 12 May 31 May 25 by 12:00pm
Week 3
Week 4
June 15 - June 19 June 7
June 22 - June 26 June 14
Week 5 June 29 - July 3 June 21
Week 6
July 6 - July 10 June 28
Week 7 July 13 - July 17 July 5
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
July 20 - July 24 July 12
July 27 - July 31 July 19
August 3 - August 7 July 26
June 1 by 12:00pm
June 8 by 12:00pm
June 15 by 12:00pm
June 22 by 12:00pm
June 29 by 12:00pm
July 6 by 12:00pm
July 13 by 12:00pm
July 20 by 12:00pm
Week 1
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 6/1 - 6/5
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 6/1 - 6/5
ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 6/1 & 6/3
$195/$292 5/18 @12pm 5/24
$195/$292 5/18 @12pm 5/24
$93/$140 5/18 @12pm 5/24
Before Camp K - 8th M - F 6/1 - 6/5 $52/$78 5/18 @12pm 5/24
After Camp K - 8th M - F 6/1 - 6/5 $87/$130 5/18 @12pm 5/24
Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/1 & 6/3 $26/$39 5/18 @12pm 5/24
After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/1 & 6/3 $45/$68 5/18 @12pm 5/24
Week 2
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 6/8 - 6/12
5/25 @ 12pm 5/31
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 6/8 - 6/12 $195/$292 5/25 @ 12pm 5/31 ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 6/8 & 6/10
Before Camp K - 8th M - F 6/8 - 6/12
After Camp K - 8th M - F 6/8 - 6/12
5/25 @ 12pm 5/31
5/25 @ 12pm 5/31
5/25 @ 12pm 5/31 Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/8 & 6/10
5/25 @ 12pm 5/31 After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/8 & 6/10
Week 3
5/25 @ 12pm 5/31
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 6/15 - 6/19 $195/$292 6/1 @ 12pm 6/7
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 6/15 - 6/19
6/1 @
6/7 ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 6/15 & 6/17
6/1 @ 12pm 6/7 Before Camp K - 8th M - F 6/15 - 6/19
M &
Week 4
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 6/22 - 6/26
6/8 @ 12pm 6/14 ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 6/22 - 6/26
6/8 @ 12pm 6/14 ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 6/22 & 6/24
6/8 @ 12pm 6/14 Before Camp K - 8th M - F 6/22 - 6/26
6/8 @ 12pm 6/14 After Camp K - 8th M - F 6/22 - 6/26
6/8 @ 12pm 6/14 Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/22 & 6/24
6/8 @ 12pm 6/14 After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/22 & 6/24
Week 5
Camp ECHO K - 5th M-F 6/29 - 7/3
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M-F 6/29 - 7/3
$45/$68 6/8 @ 12pm 6/14
$195/$292 6/15 @ 12pm 6/21
$195/$292 6/15 @ 12pm 6/21
ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 6/29 & 7/1 $93/$140 6/15 @ 12pm 6/21
Before Camp K - 8th M-F 6/29 - 7/3
$52/$78 6/15 @ 12pm 6/21
After Camp K - 8th M-F 6/29 - 7/3 $87/$130 6/15 @ 12pm 6/21
Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/29 & 7/1
After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 6/29 & 7/1
$26/$39 6/15 @ 12pm 6/21
$45/$68 6/15 @ 12pm 6/21
Week 6
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 7/6 - 7/10 $195/$292 6/22 @12pm 6/28
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 7/6 - 7/10 $195/$292 6/22 @12pm 6/28
ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 7/6 & 7/8 $93/$140 6/22 @12pm 6/28
Before Camp K - 8th M - F 7/6 - 7/10
6/22 @12pm 6/28
After Camp K - 8th M - F 7/6 - 7/10 $87/$130 6/22 @12pm 6/28
Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/6 & 7/8 $26/$39 6/22 @12pm 6/28
After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/6 & 7/8 $45/$68 6/22 @12pm 6/28
Week 7
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 7/13 - 7/17
6/29 @ 12pm 7/5
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 7/13 - 7/17 $195/$292 6/29 @ 12pm 7/5 ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 7/13 & 7/15
6/29 @ 12pm 7/5 Before Camp K - 8th M - F 7/13 - 7/17
6/29 @ 12pm 7/5 After Camp K - 8th M - F 7/13 - 7/17
6/29 @
7/5 Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/13 & 7/15
6/29 @ 12pm 7/5 After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/13 & 7/15
Week 8
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 7/20 - 7/24
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 7/20 - 7/24
6/29 @ 12pm 7/5
7/6 @ 12pm 7/12
7/6 @ 12pm 7/12 ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 7/20 & 7/22
7/6 @ 12pm 7/12 Before Camp K - 8th M - F 7/20 - 7/24
7/6 @ 12pm 7/12 After Camp K - 8th M - F 7/20 - 7/24
7/6 @ 12pm 7/12 Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/20 & 7/22
Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/20 & 7/22
Week 9
7/6 @ 12pm 7/12
7/6 @ 12pm 7/12
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 7/27 - 7/31 $195/$292 7/13 @ 12pm 7/19
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 7/27 - 7/31 $195/$292 7/13 @ 12pm 7/19
ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 7/27 & 7/29 $93/$140 7/13 @ 12pm 7/19
Before Camp K - 8th M - F 7/27 - 7/31
$52/$78 7/13 @ 12pm 7/19
After Camp K - 8th M - F 7/27 - 7/31 $87/$130 7/13 @ 12pm 7/19
Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/27 & 7/29 $26/$39 7/13 @ 12pm 7/19
After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 7/27 & 7/29
Week 10
Camp ECHO K - 5th M - F 8/3 - 8/7
ECHO Extreme 6th - 8th M - F 8/3 - 8/7
ECHO Flex K - 8th M & W 8/3 & 8/5
Before Camp K - 8th M - F 8/3 - 8/7
After Camp K - 8th M - F 8/3 - 8/7
Before Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 8/3 & 8/5
After Camp Flex K - 8th M & W 8/3 & 8/5
$45/$68 7/13 @ 12pm 7/19
$195/$292 7/20 @ 12pm 7/26
$195/$292 7/20 @ 12pm 7/26
$93/$140 7/20 @ 12pm 7/26
$52/$78 7/20 @ 12pm 7/26
$87/$130 7/20 @ 12pm 7/26
$26/$39 7/20 @ 12pm 7/26
$45/$68 7/20 @ 12pm 7/26
While our beloved Sunshine Camp takes a brief pause this year to allow for wonderful ADA upgrades to our preschool facility, we’re thrilled to introduce Early Childhood Mini Camps—a perfect summertime experience for our youngest campers. Sunshine Camp will return in summer 2027, but in the meantime, these new Mini Camps promise just as much joy, discovery, and play.
Designed specifically for children ages 2½ to 4½ not entering kindergarten. Each three day session blends play based learning with sensory exploration and early social development. From hands on crafts and engaging sensory projects to lively games and gross motor play, children will enjoy a full variety of indoor and outdoor activities crafted to spark curiosity and build confidence.
Mini Camps meet Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at the Community Center, 255 Briargate Road. 2½ to 3½ campers meet from 9:00-11:00a.m. and campers ages 3½ to 4½ meet from 12:00-2:00p.m.
Cary Park District Community Center 255 Briargate Road
Ages
21/2 to 41/2 years not entering kindergarten
• Children should bring a refillable water bottle each day
• Please be sure your child has a sweatshirt, as the room gets cool in the summer.
• Mini Camps will go outside each day for gross motor activities as weather permits.
• Mini camps will not include snack time, and no food is provided or required.
Please contact Courtney Fejedelem at cfejedelem@carypark.com or (847)639-6100 ext 118 for questions about Mini Camps.
Morning Stars Mini Camp
(ages 2½ – 3½ years old)
Location: Community Center, Birch Room Days: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
Camp Code Days
Creepy, Crawly Bugs
Superheroes
Summer Fun
On the Farm
Under the Sea
Dino Discovery
Planes, Trains & Automobiles
Tu/W/Th 6/16-6/18
Must be 2½ by June 16, 2026
9:00-11:00am
Tu/W/Th 6/23-6/25 9:00-11:00am
Tu/W/Th 6/30-7/2
Tu/W/Th 7/7-7/9
9:00-11:00am
9:00-11:00am
Tu/W/Th 7/14-7/16 9:00-11:00am
Tu/W/Th 7/21-7/23 9:00-11:00am
Tu/W/Th 7/28-7/30 9:00-11:00am
Shooting Stars Mini Camp
(ages 3½ - 4½ years old not entering kindergarten)
Location: Community Center, Birch Room Days: Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
Creepy, Crawly Bugs
Must be 3½ by June 16, 2026
$80/$120
$80/$120
$80/$120
$80/$120
$80/$120
$80/$120
$80/$120
Tu/W/Th 6/16-6/18 12:00-2:00pm $80/$120
Superheroes Tu/W/Th 6/23-6/25 12:00-2:00pm $80/$120
Summer Fun
Tu/W/Th 6/30-7/2 12:00-2:00pm $80/$120
On the Farm Tu/W/Th 7/7-7/9 12:00-2:00pm $80/$120
Under the Sea Tu/W/Th 7/14-7/16 12:00-2:00pm $80/$120
Dino Discovery Tu/W/Th 7/21-7/23 12:00-2:00pm $80/$120
Planes, Trains & Automobiles Tu/W/Th 7/28-7/30 12:00-2:00pm $80/$120
• Cary Park District staff cannot provide physical assistance in the bathroom with toileting, changing diapers, or assisting with a child’s clothing.
• If your child is potty-trained, please take them to the bathroom before camp. We can take your child to the bathroom during camp, if needed, but cannot provide any physical assistance. If your child has an accident or needs assistance in the bathroom, you will be called to come and assist.
• If your child wears a diaper/pull-up, please be sure it is clean/fresh upon drop-off. If the staff feel the diaper/pull-up needs to be changed during the program, you will be called to come and assist.
Cary Park District is excited to announce the adoption of ePACT Network, a health and safety software to better support our summer day camp, Preschool, and ET KidZone families and make it easier to submit and update the required forms needed before your child begins the program.
With ePACT, you will only need to complete your child’s information once, and then verify that it is correct for additional programs or subsequent years. If you need to update something quickly, just log in, update it, and we’ll be notified immediately.
Collecting information electronically eliminates the need for paper forms. ePACT’s high encryption levels and commitment to security means your data on ePACT is safer than on paper. ePACT allows us to limit and track access.
Once you register for either Camp ECHO, preschool. or ET KidZone you will receive an automated email with a link, within 24 hours, to the forms that are required. You will receive an e-mail with link for each child who is participating in camp. Click COMPLETE REQUEST to get started.
In order to complete the forms, you will need to create an account using the email address the invitation was received at. Add your name, choose a password, and accept the Terms and Conditions.
Read the instructions carefully. Click on Getting Started.
Answer the questions on each step. Those with an * are required. Ensure all steps have a checkmark.
Add your initials to each waiver and add your signature. Click on the SUBMIT button to complete the process.
If you need help with your account ePACT is there for you.
• help@epactnetwork.com
• 1-855-773-7228 x 2
• View ePACT online help and support
You will need to create an account and complete all required documents by the Friday before the camp week begins. Failure to complete these forms on time may result in removal from camp.
12-Month Membership
Individual
Couple
Family of Three
Senior Individual
Senior Couple
6-Month Membership
Individual
Couple
Family of Three
Senior Individual
Senior Couple
$195 $295
$315
$479
$389 $579
$155 $235
$275 $419
$99 $156
$169 $253
$209 $313
$75 $112
$145 $217
Monthly Membership price increase as of 1/1/26
(For those who desire a month-to-month membership)
Monthly memberships must be arranged through automatic monthly credit card charge or electronic funds transfer.
Individual
Couple
Family of Three
Senior Individual
Senior Couple
Veterans
$19
$31
$38
$15
$27
$29
$47
$57
$23
$41
See page ? for Fitness and Fellowship program benefits.
Lost or stolen fitness passes must be replaced. Replacement passes are $10 each.
Cary Park District Fitness Center
255 Briargate Road, Cary 847.639.6100
Monday - Thursday 5:30am - 10:00pm Friday 5:30am - 8:00pm
Saturday & Sunday 7:00am - 6:00pm
See page ? for Community Center Holiday Hours
A membership to the Fitness Center provides you with access to the cardio and strength rooms. All members must bring their pass and scan in each time they use the Fitness Center.
The Fitness Center offers a variety of cardio and weight training equipment including:
• Treadmills
• Ellipticals
• Recumbent Bikes
• Upright Bikes
• Stepper
• Abdominal
Lat Pulldown
• Seated Leg Curl
• Rear Delt/Pec Fly
• Rowing Machine
• Leg Press
• Leg Extension/Curl
• Hip Abductor/Adductor
• Multi Press
• Lat/Row
• Ab/Back
• Bicep Curl/Tricep Extension
• Functional Trainer
• Smith Machine
• Locker Rooms with Showers
Members must be 15 years or older to use the Fitness Center. Youth ages 15 - 17 years old must have the signed consent from a parent or guardian to use the Fitness Center. Persons 55 years and older may receive the senior membership rate.
Would you like your employees to take advantage of the Fitness Center? The Park District offers corporate rates for businesses. Contact the Cary Park District at 847639-6100 for more information.
5 - 10 people: $975 16 - 20 people: $1,579 11 - 15 people: $1,315 21+ people: $71/person
New virtual personal training now available! Are you new to working out? Do you need some motivation and encouragement to help you reach your fitness goals?
No matter what your current level of fitness is, a personal trainer can help you reach your goals. Whether it’s to lose weight, tone up, improve your health, or gain sport-specific improvement, a trainer can help design a program to meet your needs.
A fitness assessment is required before signing up for a personal training session. All personal training packages expire 6-months from the date of purchase.
Sign up for any 10 Session Personal Training Package and your fitness assessment fee is waived! $45 value
A fitness assessment is a confidential all-inclusive review of your current health and fitness levels. A certified trainer will meet with you to review your cardiovascular fitness, body composition/body fat percentage, flexibility, blood pressure and muscle strength/endurance. The trainer will discuss the results with you.
A fitness assessment is required before signing up for a personal training session. After registration, you will be contacted by a personal trainer to schedule an appointment.
Code: Fee: $45
Group fitness classes offer a fun, motivating, and effective way to improve your physical and mental health. Whether you’re new to exercise or looking to break out of a solo routine, joining a class can give you the structure, support, and energy boost you need to stay consistent! Classes are led by certified instructors who design safe, effective workouts. They guide your form, offer modifications, and ensure you’re getting the most out of every session.
If you normally attend three or more classes a week or want a flexible fitness schedule, this is for you! R/NR Fee Code
Session 1
Session 2
Session 1
$185/$277 18299
$185/$277 18300
Purchase a punch card and have your card validated by the instructor before each class. Punch cards expire two months from the date of purchase.
Purchase R/NR Fee
5 Punches $40/$60
10 Punches $80/$120
R/NR FEE: $9/$14; This fee is payable at the Community Center Front Desk before the class begins.
Senior Strong M 6/1-7/13 10:45-11:45am Rae Lynne $49/$74
M 6/1-7/13 6:45-7:45pm Sarah/Tiffany $49/$74 STRONG Tu 6/2-7/14 9:00-10:00am Rae Lynne $49/$74
Yoga* Tu 6/2-7/14 6:00-7:00pm Sheri $49/$74
Pilates Tu 6/2-7/14 7:15-8:15pm Carrie $49/$74
Zumba® & REFIT® W 6/3-7/15 6:00-7:00pm Colleen $49/$74
Yoga Sculpt Th 6/4-7/16 5:15-6:15pm Sheri $49/$74
Yoga For All F Ongoing 8:00-9:10am Pam $10/$15 drop in -
Pilates Express** Sa 6/6-7/18 no class 7/4 8:00-8:45am Carrie $42/$63
Zumba® & Zumba® Toning Su 6/7-7/19 9:00-10:00am Jamie $49/$74
Session 2
Senior Strong M 7/20-8/31 10:45-11:45am Rae Lynne $49/$74
MixxedFit® M 7/20-8/31 6:45-7:45pm Sarah/Tiffany $49/$74
STRONG Tu 7/21-9/1 9:00-10:00am Rae Lynne $49/$74
Yoga* Tu 7/21-9/1 6:00-7:00pm Sheri $49/$74
Pilates Tu 7/21-9/1 7:15-8:15pm Carrie $49/$74
Zumba® & REFIT® W 7/22-9/2 6:00-7:00pm Colleen $49/$74
Yoga Sculpt Th 7/23-9/3 5:15-6:15pm Sheri $49/$74
Yoga For All F Ongoing 8:00-9:10am Pam $10/$15 drop in -
Pilates Express** Sa 7/25-9/5 8:00-8:45am Carrie $49/$74
Zumba® & Zumba® Toning Su 7/26-9/6 9:00-10:00am Jamie $49/$74
*Meets at Community Center Park weather permitting. Meets in Group Fitness room in bad weather. **Meets at Lion’s Park South playground.
MixxedFit® Min/Max: 3/10
MixxedFit® is a dance fitness program that combines explosive movements with body weight toning. MixxedFit’s® mission is to bring the people together through fitness while serving the community.
Pilates Min/Max: 3/10
This mat-based workout is designed to engage the mind and work the entire body. Fluid movements will develop core strength plus, increase flexibility while improving balance and posture. All levels welcome.
Senior Strong Min/Max: 3/10
This fun class consists of a series of age appropriate moves to improve strength, flexibility, balance, and agility. Enjoy camaraderie with your peers while getting fit and improving your health. Anyone over 55 years of age is welcome. Must be able to stand without assistance.
STRONG Min/Max: 3/10
Sculpt all muscle groups using a variety of equipment. Gain balance, core, and strength and leave each class feeling strong. All levels welcome.
Yoga Min/Max: 3/10
Increase awareness of your mind and body as well as your overall physical fitness. This class focuses on the classic poses, building on the basics with emphasis on alignment of the standing, sitting, and twisting poses. Detailed instruction helps you achieve each pose for all levels. All levels welcome.
Yoga for All Min/Max: 3/10
Reduce stress and build a healthier body! This class includes Hatha yoga postures, techniques, and sequences for flexibility, strength, postural alignment, increased energy, and overall health. This class is a dropin class. Registration is not required. Please pay the R/NR drop in fee of $10/$15 at the front desk before each class. Punch cards and Unlimited Fitness Passes cannot be used for this class.
Yoga Sculpt Min/Max: 3/10
This yoga-based workout is a mix of strength training and yoga to improve flexibility, mental clarity, and endurance. By combining yoga with light hand weights and other props, this workout will help increase lung function, strengthen bones, and build muscle.
Zumba® & REFIT® Min/Max: 3/10
Take the “work” out of the workout for this combined class. If you love to dance, this is a great class for you. Enjoy the Latin inspired music of Zumba® and your favorite pop music for the REFIT® portion. This fun, party atmosphere workout will torch calories while dancing to upbeat music!
Zumba® & Zumba® Toning Min/Max: 3/10
This workout is perfect for those who want to party but will also put extra emphasis on toning and sculpting to define those muscles! We will add lightweight maracalike Toning Sticks to enhance your sense of rhythm and coordination while toning target zones, including arms, core, and lower body for 30 minutes of the class. The challenge of adding resistance by using Zumba® Toning Sticks helps you focus on specific muscle groups so you (and your muscles) stay engaged!
Yin Yoga
Yin yoga is a slow, meditative style of yoga that involves holding grounded, passive poses to increase mobility and reduce stress. In this class, participants will focus on relaxing muscular effort and stretch deep into the connective tissues of the body. Yin yoga emphasizes deep relaxation and mindfulness and is designed to increase flexibility and promote joint mobility. It contrasts with more active styles of yoga, offering a calming and restorative practice that balances the body’s energy.
Location: Community Center Instructor: Agnes Tryba Min/Max: 3/10
W 6/3-7/15 7:30-8:30pm $70/$105
W 7/22-9/2 7:30-8:30pm $70/$105
Tai Chi Min/Max: 3/10
Originating in China, Tai Chi is a low impact, mindbody exercise that consists of slow, flowing movements, controlled breathing, and focused intent. Sometimes referred to as “meditation in motion”, benefits of the practice include balance, strength, flexibility, and improved cardiovascular health. The class will end with a relaxing focused practice with verbal guidance and imaging, sending participants away with a positive and relaxed vibe. This is a beginner level class.
Location: Community Center
Tu 6/2, 7/7, 8/4, 9/1 8:00-9:00am $28/$42
W 6/17, 7/15, 8/19 1:45-2:45pm $21/$32
Fit at 50+ Min/Max: 3/10
This class is designed for those over 50 or for those who are beginning their fitness journey. Students will participate in cardio, balance, flexibility, coordination, and muscle toning activities while having fun.
Location: Community Center
W 6/10, 7/8, 8/12 1:45-2:45pm $21/$32
Ever seen a rowing shell gliding through the water and think you’d like to give that a try? Our Adult Discover Rowing Clinics are an opportunity for anyone to get an introduction to the sport of rowing. The clinic is broken into two days, each includes about 2 hours of information, instruction, and handson experience.
Location: Sweeps & Sculls Boatyard, 1317 Behan Rd. Crystal Lake
Instructor: Sweeps & Sculls Rowing
Max: 10
Sa & Su 6/20-6/21 9:00-11:30am(Sa) 7:00-9:00am(Sun)
Sa & Su 8/8-8/9 9:00-11:30am(Sa) 7:00-9:00am(Sun)
Sa & Su 8/22-8/23 9:00-11:30am(Sa) 7:00-9:00am(Sun)
Sa & Su 9/12-9/13 11:00am-1:30pm(Sa) 7:00-9:00am(Sun)
$90/$135
$90/$135
$90/$135
$90/$135
RowFit™ combines the low-impact, endurance benefits of exercises such as swimming with the strength and resistance benefits of weight training all in one 60-minute workout! Using Concept2 RowErgs combined with a variety of bodyweight, isometric, and weight circuits, these sessions will meet you where you are in your fitness journey. Whether you are ready to push yourself to your limits, or need to ease in more slowly, the variety of steady fat burning workouts and higher intensity strength focused workouts will give you a lot to look forward to in each 6-week session. Cary Park District punch cards and Unlimited Fitness Passes cannot be used for these classes. Punch card options are available through Sweeps & Sculls Indoor Rowing.
Location: Sweeps & Sculls Indoor Rowing (4410 Rt. 176, unit #14 Crystal Lake) Instructor: Sweeps & Sculls Rowing Max: 10
Youth Rowing Camp
Ages 11-18 years
Our Summer Discover Rowing Camp is a great introduction to the sport of rowing. Middle School and High School students that are entering 5th grade to 12th grade can attend camp. Beginner Camp is a 1 week introduction to all of the basics of the sport of rowing. No prior experience is necessary. We’ll teach you everything you need to know!
Location: Port Barrington Marina, Crystal Lake 1317 Behan Rd. Crystal Lake
Instructor: Sweeps & Sculls Rowing
Max: 1/10
Our early childhood programs are designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Through play-based activities and social interaction, children build important skills while having fun in a supportive environment.
Wiggle and giggle with us! Baby Rock is a unique combination of sensory experiences with stimulating music and exercises to help strengthen and stretch your baby. Activities will include sing alongs, exposure to simple instruments and sensory props, motion exercises, bubbles, and more! Get ready for a rockin’ good time with your tiniest dancer! This class is intended for nonwalkers.
Min/Max: 3/10
Location:
Grand Oaks Recreation Center (AM class)
Village of Lake in the Hills (PM class), 600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills
Ages 3-12 months, non-walkers, with parent/caregiver
Tu 6/9-6/30 11:50am-12:20pm $46/$69
W 6/10-7/1 4:40-5:10pm $46/$69
Tu 7/14-8/4 11:50am-12:20pm $46/$69
W 7/15-8/5 4:40-5:10pm $46/$69
Tot Rock and Kid Rock Plus & Kid Rock II
Sing, dance, play, learn, and imagine with us! This movement-based program uses music to facilitate learning. Activities include use of rhythm instruments and movement props, work on gross and fine motor skills, including balance and coordination, and engagement of imaginative play. All classes are structured and include early listening and following directions skills. Join us for a rockin’ good time!
Location:
Community Center (AM class)
Village of Lake in the Hills (PM class), 600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
Tot Rock 12-30 months with parent/caregiver
14
Kid Rock Plus 2-5 years with parent/caregiver Min 4/Max 14
Community Center (AM class)
Village of Lake in the Hills (PM class),
Let’s celebrate National Sandcastle Day with a Sand Art Adventure! This class will focus on sensory exploration and creativity, using materials like colored sand, glue, and paper for activities such as sand painting and layered sand jars all fostering fine motor skills, creativity, and color recognition.
3-5 years with parent/caregiver Min 4/Max 8
Location: Community Center
Kid Rock II 3-5 years without parent/caregiver Min 4/Max 12 Grand Oaks Recreation Center, 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
This class will have an emphasis on early communication, motor development, sensory exploration, and shared engagement. Through developmentally appropriate activities and guided play experiences, children will be supported in strengthening foundational skills, increasing joint attention, and building meaningful interactions with peers and caregivers in a nurturing, structured environment.
Min/Max: 2/6
Location: Community Center
Ages 12-24 months with parent/caregiver
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 6/9-6/30 11:30am-12:00pm $171/$256
W 7/8-7/29 11:30am-12:00pm $171/$256
This class will have an emphasis on vocabulary expansion, motor imitation, sensory co-regulation, simple routines, early play skills, and social participation. Through engaging activities, visual supports, and consistent structure, children will be supported in building communication skills, increasing attention and joint engagement, and developing foundational peer interactions. Opportunities for movement and handson exploration will further encourage confidence, independence, and positive participation within the group setting.
Min/Max: 2/6
Location: Community Center
Ages 2-3 years without parent/caregiver
Tu 6/9-6/30 10:45-11:30am $171/$256
W 7/8-7/29 10:45-11:30am $171/$256
These playgroups are facilitated by licensed therapists; however, it is not a therapy service. Participation in the playgroup does not constitute speech therapy, occupational therapy, or any other therapeutic intervention as defined by the Illinois Occupational Therapy Practice Act or the Illinois Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Practice Act. The activities provided are designed for general developmental enrichment, play-based learning, and social engagement and are not individualized treatment. Children will not receive evaluations, diagnoses, treatment plans, or progress monitoring as part of this program.
Participation in this playgroup does not establish a therapistclient relationship. If you have concerns about your child’s development or believe your child may benefit from therapy services, please consult a licensed provider for a formal referral.
This class will have an emphasis on speech and language development, gross and fine motor skills, following directions, and cooperative play. Through engaging, hands-on activities and structured routines, students will build confidence, independence, and positive social interactions in a supportive learning environment.
Min/Max: 2/6
Location: Community Center
Ages 3-5 years without parent/caregiver Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
6/9-6/30 10:00-10:30am $171/$256 W 7/8-7/29 10:00-10:30am $171/$256
These playgroups provide an intentional adult-led environment designed to promote learning through structured, meaningful play. All classes are designed to create a safe and supportive environment, predictability in routine, and instructional and self-directed play. Within this framework, children are encouraged to explore new skills, practice problem-solving, develop social connections, and build confidence as they engage in hands-on activities tailored to their individual developmental needs.
The Cary Park District Preschool creates a positive, sensitive, and responsive environment to help children feel valued and grow with each learning experience. Through developmentally appropriate activities, we foster physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth while promoting a lifetime love of learning.
Our Program Goals provide opportunities to explore, play, experiment, and problem solve through teacher-directed and student-initiated activities based on curriculum aligned with Illinois Early Learning Standards.
• Promote a child’s sense of individual worth and belonging as part of a group and community.
• Create a language, math, and science-rich environment that meets the developmental needs of each child social-emotionally, physically, and intellectually through literature, cooperative learning, and dramatic play.
• Establish constant parent communication through daily communications, conferences, and progress reports that encourage a home-to-school connection through nurturing positive relationships.
• Promote awareness of the larger community with visitors and field trips. Field trips and guest visitors are planned to extend your child’s learning experiences, enhancing their understanding of their environment, their community, themselves, and the world around them through handson discovery and exploration.
• Follow the guidelines for kindergarten readiness skills
3 Year Old Program
Children must be 3 years old on or before November 1, 2026. Space for younger 3’s is limited
3 Year Old Program
Children must be 3 years old on or before November 1, 2026. Space for younger 3’s is limited
Children
3 Year Old Program
be 3 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
4 Year Old Program
Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
4 Year Old Program
Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
4 Year Old Program
Children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
Ages 4 - 10 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Crystal Lake & McHenry)
Come join Glitzy Girlz for a night of Summer fun with NEON! Our staff will be wrapping hair in a Neon Summer Bandana, neon make-up and neon nail polish application. They will decorate a neon drawstring summer bag as well as designing a fun beaded anklet with a summer charm. Our class ends with dancing to neon lights and fun pop music. A cool Neon backdrop and summer props will be in room for some great pics. Each participant will leave with a summer themed glam bag of goodies! DROP OFF CLASS ONLY.
Min/Max: 6/20
Location: Grand Oaks – Crystal Lake
6/16 6:00-7:15pm $38/$57
Ages 5-12 years
We are celebrating with bubbles, giggles, and hands-on science. Get ready to sip, mix, and experiment your way through a fun soda taste-testing, design your own wacky brand of soda and mascot in the fizz lab, experiment with carbonation at the candy creation soda station, learn the history of this nostalgic beverage during a pop-up lesson, and leave with a fizzing souvenir surprise! Learning the science of bubbles and tasting your way through it all is the perfect refreshing treat for curious kids who love unique summer opportunities and like to socialize with new friends. Instructor: Lisa Lombardi Coaching Inc, Min/Max: 9/22 Location: Community Center
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
Th 6/4 5:00-6:00pm $38/$57
Labubu Slime Lab Ages 5-12 years
Have the slime of your life making satisfying fuzzy and stretchy Labubu slime! These mischievous creatures are still all the rage with kids. Participants will have the ultimate back-to-school sensory experience as they socialize with new park district friends and create their own unique Labubu wad of slime to take home. This class is a great way to meet new friends who enjoy slime science just like you! Labubu themed snack at the end! Instructor: Lisa Lombardi Coaching Inc. Min/Max: 9/22 Location: Community Center
Ages 4 - 10 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Crystal Lake & McHenry)
Come join Glitzy Girlz staff and head to Hawaii before school starts! Our staff will be glamming up the girls with hair flower, make-up sparkle and pretty nail polish application complete with flower nail stickers. They will decorate a craft with paints, stencils and flower embellishments/ jewels. They will also design a fun beaded bracelet with Hawaiian charms. Each participant will receive a take home outfit of a flower lei and a flowered Hawaiian skirt for photos at our Palm Tree Backdrop and props. The class ends with Maraca Freeze Dance and Limbo line! DROP OFF CLASS ONLY.
Min/Max: 6/20
Location: McHenry
SLIME Time Ages 4 - 12 yrs.
Let’s make a mess and make some slime! Each week the kids will make their own slime to take home! We’ll make Color Changing Slime, Crunchy Slime, Snow Slime, and Water Slime! Smocks will be provided but dress for a mess! Kids will stimulate their senses, practice fine motor skills and best of all, unleash their creativity! Does it stretch? Is it squishy? Can it be used to play games? Come and discover the answers. Min/Max: 4/10 Location: Community Center
Code Day Date Time R/NR Fee
M 7/20 6:00-7:00pm $38/$57
7-11 yrs.
Minds in Motion
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake)
Join us for an electrifying adventure in our Minds in Motion electronic lab! Dive into the exciting world of electronics and magnetism through hands-on experiments that will leave you buzzing with creativity. You’ll take home your very own circuit kit, packed with 60 colorful snap-together pieces! Follow our fun manual filled with vibrant pictures to create up to 62amazing experiments—like lighting up bulbs, powering spinning motors, and discovering the magic of magnets! But that’s not all! Get ready for jaw dropping demonstrations, including generating electricity with a handheld generator and watching a powerful magnet work its magic. Plus, you’ll be amazed as a special top levitates right before your eyes! Don’t miss this chance to unleash your inner inventor and explore the wonders of science in a super fun way that’s sure to spark your curiosity!
Min/Max: 6/12
Location: Woodscreek — Crystal Lake
yrs.
Minds in Motion
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake)
Do you ever wonder how bridges span huge distances and how skyscrapers stay standing? Get ready to get your mind in motion as you work with and take home your very own Bridges and Skyscrapers Set! Learn all about basic structural elements and witness firsthand the forces acting on structural components! With your kit, you can build up to 20 model building experiments that each demonstrate a basic principle of mechanical physics or structural engineering in a hands-on way. Learn about the strength of materials as you compete with your classmate to see who can build the tallest tower using the pieces in this kit! Challenge yourself by building different types of bridges such a suspension bridge or cable stayed bridge. Come bring out the architect side of you as you enter the fascinating world of structural engineering and explore the magic of STEM!
Min/Max: 6/12
Location: Woodscreek — Crystal Lake
Minds in Motion
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake)Build and take home your very own Cyber-Crawler Robot! This smart coding robotics kit entertains and teaches programming skills to inquisitive young future robotic engineers! With the aid of your instructor, you will each assemble your own robot that consists of 76 pieces. Once completed, a simple press-button programming keypad embedded on its cranium will send your Cyber-Crawler on its way! You can design obstacles and maze courses with your classmates and see how far you can go. With a maximum storage capacity of 64 tasks, your CyberCrawler Robot will be a terrific starter tool to learn the joy of coding! This very cool robot’s LEDs illuminate as it executes whatever you command. Come and join this fascinating and educational robotic experience!
Min/Max: 6/12
Location: Woodscreek — Crystal Lake
Minds in Motion
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake) Come explore the power of water by building models and conducting experiments with your very own Hydropower kit! Embark on thrilling hands-on activities as you assemble up to 12 working experiments. Learn how different devices are used to extract useful energy, from a waterwheel in a small stream to a giant turbine in a tidal power station! The full-color, 32-page manual offers illustrated instructions and scientific information. Build a sawmill, and a hammer mill to harness the energy of moving water to do different types of physical work! With your classmates, you will witness and investigate the intriguing properties of water. You can even construct a hydroelectric power station to generate electricity and light an LED! Learn where the energy in oceans and rivers comes from and discover how we can generate electricity from them. Come join in this educational and hands-on hydro-powered adventure!
Min/Max: 6/12
Location: Woodscreek — Crystal Lake
STEAM Ages 5-10 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake)
This exciting program from After school Enrichment Solutions brings together elements of science, art and math in a hands-on, action-packed environment! Students will conduct experiments, play educational games, and unlock their creativity through building challenges and projects. No experience necessary!
Min/Max: 8/16
Location: Cary Community Center
Let’s Code It Ages 8-13 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake)
Your child will have a blast designing video games and animations in this exciting STEM program. Our innovative approach to coding is sure to spark your child’s interest in computer science, using a kid-friendly, intuitive, blockbased programming system called Scratch, developed by the MIT Media Lab. The fun filled curriculum hones important skills related to problem solving, attention to detail, creativity, storytelling and critical thinking. Class topics include conditional statements, cloning, variables, loops, control structure, object-oriented design concepts and data structures. A computer or tablet is required for this class.
Min/Max: 8/16
Location: Lake in the Hills Code Day Dates
M-F 8/3-8/7 10:00am-12:00pm $220/$310
The Cary Park District partners with Crystal Lake Park District and Lake in the Hills Park and Recreation to bring a variety of enrichment programs to the community. Programs are held at the Community Center, as well, as in our neighboring communities.
Community Center 255 Briargate Road, Cary
Grand Oaks Rec Center 1401 W. Route 176, Crystal Lake
LaBahn Hain House 149 Hilltop Drive, Lake in the Hills
Lake in the Hills Village Hall
600 Harvest Gate, Lake in the Hills
McHenry Recreation Center
Creative Writing Club Ages 5-13 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake) “Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.” - Albert Einstein The Creative Writing Club, brought to you by After school Enrichment Solutions, is designed to ignite the imaginations of young writers, foster their love for language, and cultivate their creative expression. Through exploration of classic literature, inspiring writing exercises, creative language games and collaboration, students will explore different genres, learn and practice grammatical concepts, develop their writing skills, and build confidence in their ability to communicate effectively.
Min/Max: 8/16
Location: Woodscreek — Crystal Lake
Chess Scholars Ages 5-13 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills and Crystal Lake) Develop your child’s intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children’s motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.
Min/Max: 8/16
Location: Cary Community Center
Location: Lake in the Hills
3636 Municipal Dr, McHenry
Oakwoods Lodge
46 East Terra Cotta, Crystal Lake
Woodscreek
1420 Willow Tree Drive, Crystal Lake
Mathnasium - Numerical Fluency
Ages 10-15 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills, Crystal Lake & McHenry) Middle School students are eager to learn all things about money...perhaps the most relevant topic to their future (and one that is not taught in school!) Immerse your student in the world of savings, debt, budgets, interest, investments and more. Our classes use real-world scenarios and hands-on, fun activities in order to light the fire for students to be financially literate...and set them up for a lifetime of financial success and independence!
Taught by Financial Literacy for the Next Generation, a local business focused on preparing Middle and High School students for one of the most important chapters of their life: the financial chapter.
Min/Max: 5/18 Location: Woodscreek — Crystal Lake
Location: McHenry – Lakeland Park
Ages 10-15 yrs.
(Co-Op Program - Lake in the Hills, Crystal Lake & McHenry) Middle and High School students love Shark Tank and learning about the stock market! Our class introduces important concepts like: how markets work, the importance of saving and investing early, and the language of Wall Street. We apply these skills using an online investment simulation game...a hands-on, fun activity that reinforces what they have learned. Your child will build positive money habits and financial savvy...and begin their journey towards a financially independent future!
Min/Max: 5/18
Location: Woodscreek — Crystal Lake
M-F 6/8-6/12 1:00-4:00pm
Location: McHenry – Lakeland Park
Mathnasium Family Game Night All Ages
Bring family and friends together to spend time playing games and engaging in activities in a fun, relaxed environment.
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
1st-8th Grade Beat the summer slide by brushing up, getting ahead, or staying on top of essential math facts through guided practice and support.
Min/Max: 10/80 Location: Mathnasium of Cary
Mathnasium – Kindergarten Readiness
Ages 4-6 yrs. Incoming or exiting kindergarteners build excitement for learning math through games, number writing practice, counting and shapes.
Min/Max: 5/15 Location: Mathnasium of Cary
Mathnasium – High School Readiness
8th - 10th Grade Practice foundational skills for Algebra or Geometry so students can start to fall confident and ready to hit the ground running.
Min/Max: 5/15 Location: Mathnasium of Cary
Mathnasium – Financial Literacy for High Schoolers 9th - 12th Grade
Getting a job, moving out, or going to college? Learn how to manage money and gain real-world adulting skills.
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
Day Date Time R/NR Fee F 7/17 5:30-7:00pm $35/$53
years
Allow your child to cultivate their love of science and experience different domains of science and nature. Students will engage in concepts from astronomy, earth science, biology, chemistry and physics using LEGO bricks and other interactive learning tools. We make science fun at Snapology!
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
6/9 9:00am- 12:00pm $40/$60
Snapology’s STEAM club brings learning to life through hands-on exploration of exciting topics like architecture, robotics, and coding! Kids meet once a week to build, design, and problem-solve while strengthening creativity and critical thinking skills. Along the way, they’ll form friendships, grow in confidence, and practice valuable social and public speaking skills in a supportive, encouraging environment.
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
M 6/15-6/29 5:30-7:00pm $90/$135
Ages 5-10 years
Edgar Degas, a famous artist, once said, “Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.” As your child learns about different types of art and the periods they were created, they will be interpreting what they see and creating their own works of art using LEGO bricks. Through Snapology’s interactive Art History class, children will learn about Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Wright’s Falling Water, and many more!
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
Ages 6-12 years
Does your child love to tinker and create new things or are they the kind of learner who likes to break things apart to see what’s inside? This program gives your student the tools they need to understand mechanical movement and the importance of simple machines. They will see these moving parts up-close as they follow instructions to build various machines and contraptions, then use the models to develop new design ideas, test out physics concepts, and even play games with their partners and classmates.
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
Adventure Engineering Ages 6-12 years
Design your own amusement par kin this super fun program! Learn how to use LEGO bricks and other building materials to make coasters and other awesome rides.
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
Ages 3-13 years
Create amazing movies with stop motion animation using LEGO bricks. Children will work in teams to produce their very own movie complete with dialogue and sound effects. Movies are uploaded to a secure site for family and friends to see how cool they are!
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
(Architecture) Ages 5-10 years
Can you design the next Taj Mahal? Come create and build the future using LEGO bricks in Snapology’s new and exciting Architecture class. It’s never too early to foster your child’s engineering and building skills in this super cool program.
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
Ages 5-10 years
Allow your child to cultivate their love of science through hands-on experimentation with nontoxic chemistry! In this workshop, students will learn the basic science behind their favorite slimy polymer and how the magic is all in the ingredients. This is not your average slime workshop; your child will walk away from the Snapology Science Lab with clear knowledge about the chemistry behind slime and clean hands!
Min/Max: 5/20 Location: Community Center
Young Rembrandts makes drawing a creative adventure! Kids have a blast learning to draw while building skills, boosting confidence, and growing their creativity.
Junior Workshop Ages 4-7 yrs.
Preschool children will explore the world of Laura Numeroff in this five-day workshop full of art and reading. Each day the class will read a different Laura Numeroff book, and afterwards, students will draw a Young Rembrandts lesson which incorporates one feature of the book they’ve enjoyed reading together. Students will create wonderful drawings and bring their favorite stories to life by combining creativity and imagination! Sign up your reading artist today!
Min/Max: 6/20 Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 6/2-6/30 9:30-11:30am $140/$210
Workshop Ages 6-12 yrs.
This workshop gives our students the chance to draw all the different things we see and imagine under the sea! Narwhals, jellyfish, mermaids and more will fill our pages in bold colors and strong shapes. We will complete our last day with one large scene showcasing a whimsical underwater kingdom complete with all its subjects.
Min/Max: 6/20 Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 7/7-8/4 1:00-3:00pm $140/$210
Cartooning – “Hot Summer” Ages 6-12 yrs.
This summer, it’s nothing but laughs and art with a Young Rembrandts cartoon drawing class. During the month of June, we’ll create amazing drawings that are inspired by the hot summer months. From cartoon characters trying to stay cool to a delightful sequence featuring fun with ice cream, we’ll illustrate humorous, detailed scenes.
Min/Max: 6/20 Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Wed 6/3-7/1 12:00-1:00pm $70/$105
Cartooning –
Ages 4-7 yrs.
This workshop gives our students the chance to draw all the different things we see and imagine under the sea! Narwhals, jellyfish, mermaids and more will fill our pages in bold colors and strong shapes. We will complete our last day with one large scene showcasing a whimsical underwater kingdom complete with all its subjects. Enroll today to get your spot!
Min/Max: 6/20 Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 7/7-8/4 9:30-11:30am $140/$210
K-Pop Anime Manga Drawing Ages 6-12 yrs.
This workshop gives our students the chance to draw all the different things we see and imagine under the sea! Narwhals, jellyfish, mermaids and more will fill our pages in bold colors and strong shapes. We will complete our last day with one large scene showcasing a whimsical underwater kingdom complete with all its subjects. Enroll today to get your spot!
Min/Max: 6/20 Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 6/2-6/30 1:00-3:00pm $140/$210
“Summertime in America” Ages 6-12 yrs. Celebrate the month of July with a Young Rembrandts cartoon drawing class. Summertime in America is the theme of this month’s drawings. We’ll create wonderful illustrations that feature our Founding Fathers. We’ll also draw popular seasonal activities and events like summer camp and a parade! Min/Max: 6/20
Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee W 7/8-8/5 12:00-1:00pm $70/$105
Pastel Workshops –
“Culinary Mischief” Ages 6-12 yrs.
Our domestic critters are up to no good in this five- class pastel workshop! We’ll use pastels to create amazing, “can’t believe-I-drew-this” masterpieces. A mouse making soup, a dog eyeing the spaghetti and silly birds on cakes are some of the mischievously delicious drawings students will create every day. Pastels are an amazing medium—that with good direction, can make an artist out of any rookie. No experience necessary. Please wear an old shirt or smock to class each day. Enroll now!
Min/Max: 6/20 Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee W 6/3-7/1 4:00-6:00pm $140/$210
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“Colorful Critters” Ages 6-12 yrs.
Animal lovers rejoice; an all new - all pastel workshop is here! Students will learn pastel drawing and texturing techniques to illustrate whimsical bees, a fanciful army of frogs, a striking owl and more artistic critters filled with detail. Challenge your creative kids by introducing them to the world of pastels, a guaranteed favorite summer tradition for every Young Rembrandts artist. Enroll now! Min/Max: 6/20 Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee W 7/8-8/5 4:00-6:00pm $140/$210
Dramatic Debut Ages 3-5 yrs.
Let your imagination run wild with the world of drama! This action-packed program explores drama through movement, imagination, group games, and story playing. Using puppets and props, children practice and perform classic children’s stories. We learn to be “characters” and to be comfortable pretending in this class. Children develop self-awareness, self-confidence, creativity, and group cooperation.
Min/Max: 4/8
Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 6/16-7/7 4:15-5:00pm $40/$60
Dramatic Expression Ages 6-8 yrs.
Let your imagination run wild with the world of drama! This action-packed program explores drama through movement, imagination, group games, and story playing. Using puppets and props, children practice and perform classic children’s stories. We learn to be “characters” and to be comfortable pretending in this class. Children develop self-awareness, self-confidence, creativity, and group cooperation.
Min/Max: 4/8
Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 6/16-7/7 5:00-5:45pm $40/$60
Baton Twirling Ages 6-18 yrs.
In this class you will learn basic baton twirls, dance and rhythmic ribbon moves. Twirl a sparkly baton through your fingers and wear a shiny costume! Learn a marching routine for parades, and a solo routine for talent shows or competitions. Level 2 students will learn two and three baton tricks and more advanced dance twirl, solo and strut moves. Information on purchasing your baton will be given by the instructor on the first day of class. No class on 7/4.
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Community Center
Level 1
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Sa 6/6-8/1 2:00-2:45pm $100/$150 Level 2
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Sa 6/6-8/1 3:00-3:45pm $100/$150
Pre-School Cheerleading Ages 4-5 yrs.
Learn motions, cheers, and jumps in this foundational cheerleading skills class. This is the perfect class for children interested in exploring cheer in a fun team environment. Participants will learn a short routine that will performed at the end of the session. T-shirt and bow will be provided. Performance on June 22 at 5:30pm.
Min/Max: 6/12
Location: Community Center
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu & Th 6/19-6/18 5:00-5:45pm
Children’s Theater Company of Cary (CTCC) Ages 7-12 yrs.
Develop confidence, creativity, and stage presence while participating in a Cary Park District directed performance. Learn what it takes to make theater magic happen in a fun, yet driven environment. Students audition for a role in the play, are cast by the director, and will rehearse until Show Time. All students are guaranteed a speaking role in the play. Students will also play games while working on impromptu, projection, and listening skills. Students must be available for all rehearsals and the performance day. Tech week will take place the entire week preceding the performance. Additional rehearsals may be scheduled as needed.
Min/Max: 8/25
Location: Community Center
Tech Week: 8/3-8/6 Performance Date: 8/7
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee Tu 6/16-7/28 6:00-7:15pm $150/$225
at the Cary Park District is a vibrant and welcoming space where passion meets purpose. Our mission is to inspire confidence, creativity, and discipline through the art of dance. From toddlers taking their first steps in rhythm to advanced dancers refining their technique, we offer high-quality instruction in a variety of styles including ballet, jazz, hiphop, lyrical, Broadway, tap and more!
Our experienced and passionate instructors are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every dancer feels valued and empowered to reach their fullest potential. IDS is the perfect place to grow, express yourself, and connect with the community that shares your love for movement!
Join us and discover the joys of dance – where every step is a step toward something greater! Aspire to inspire!
In order for all participants to gain the most out of each class, instructors may recommend a higher or lower level class in order for your child to be successful in their dance future. Pointe classes will be placement by instructor only. Please contact the Park District for more information and to register for these classes.
Ballet & Pointe
Leotards, pink tights, pink ballet shoes or pointe shoes. Wrap skirts or booty shorts may be worn as well as warm-ups for upper level classes. Younger dancers can wear the leotards that have attached skirts, fun patterns, etc. For boys in the class, please wear athletic pants and a t-shirt with black ballet shoes.
Jazz/Hip Hop and Broadway
Leotards, tanks, tight fitting t-shirts/sweatshirts, leggings, yoga pants, booty shorts, and black jazz shoes (tan tights if want to wear tights). Level III/IV and up will wear turners. Boys should wear athletic pants/shorts, t-shirt, and jazz shoes. Bring clean soled sneakers for hip-hop as well.
Classes will take place at the following locations: Community Center – 255 Briargate Rd. Inspiration Dance Studio – 530 Northwest Hwy.
Refunds will be issued up until date? Any request for a refund after this date will be handled on a case by case basis. Refunds will be pro-rated by the monthly payment and not by class.
The Parent/Dancer Handbook is available on Cary Park District website, at carypark.com, providing more information on Inspiration Dance Studio. View it now!
Tap
Leotards, tanks, tight fitting t-shirts/sweatshirts, leggings, yoga pants, booty shorts, and black tap shoes. Boys should wear athletic pants and t-shirt with tap shoes.
Lyrical
Same as jazz & ballet attire with turners as shoes.
Music & Movement
Leotards with attached skirts, leggings, and tighter tops, nothing loose fitting, pink ballet shoes (pink tights if want tights). Boys should wear athletic pants and black ballet shoes.
Code Time
Mondays, June 22 - August
12345
4:00-4:45pm Tikes Tap 6/22 - 8/3 2.50- 4 yrs. Kiley S. Community Center
4:00-4:45pm Children’s Hip-Hop 6/22 - 8/3 6-10 yrs. TBD IDS Studio
4:45-5:30pm Tap I 6/22 - 8/3 5-7 yrs. Kiley S. Community Center
4:45-5:45pm Jazz/ Hip-Hop I 6/22 - 8/3 5-8 yrs. TBD IDS Studio
5:45-6:45pm Ballet I 6/22 - 8/3 7-8 yrs. Kiley S. IDS Studio
6:45-7:30pm Tap II/III 6/22 - 8/3 9+ yrs. Kiley S. IDS Studio
7:30-8:15pm Comp Tech 6/22 - 8/3 Kiley S. IDS Studio
Tuesdays, June 23-August 4
3:15-4:00pm Music & Movement 6/23-8/4 2.5 - 4 yrs. Mackenzie H. Community Center
4:00-4:45pm Pre-School Ballet 6/23-8/4 3-4 yrs. Gabby W. Community Center
4:00-4:45pm Beginning Broadway 6/23-8/4 6-10 yrs. Maddie K. IDS Studio
4:45-5:30pm Tap II 6/23-8/4 8-10 yrs. Kiley S. Community Center
4:45-5:30pm Beginning Lyrical 6/23-8/4 6-10 yrs. Laci M. IDS Studio
5:30-6:30pm Ballet II 6/23-8/4 8-10 yrs. Kiley S. Community Center
6:30-7:30pm Jazz/ Hip-Hop II 6/23-8/4 8-10 yrs. Kiley S. Community Center
Wednesdays, June 24 - August 8
10:00-10:45am Music & Movement 6/24-8/5 2.4-4 yrs. Gabby W. Community Center
10:45-11:30am Pre-School Ballet 6/24-8/5 3-4 yrs. McKenzie F. Community Center
4:00-4:45pm Creative Ballet 6/24-8/5 4-5.5 yrs. TBD Community Center
4:45-5:30pm Elementary Ballet 6/24-8/5 5-6 yrs. TBD Community Center
Thursdays, June 25 - August 6
5:00-5:45pm Beg/Int. Broadway 6/25-8/6 8-11 yrs. Kylie D. Community Center
5:45-6:30pm Beg/Int. Lyrical 6/25-8/6 8-11 yrs. Kylie D. Community Center
6:30-7:30pm Jazz/ Hip-Hop III 6/25-8/6 11+ yrs. Kylie D. Community Center
Summer dance programs will emphasize skill development and focus on technique growth. There will not be a recital for summer classes.
are a fun opportunity for dancers to improve technique, learn new skills, try different styles of dance and build connections within the studio. During these classes, dancers will work on improving flexibility, building strength, and practicing turns, jumps, kicks, lifts, and tricks. Classes will also include dedicated time to learn combos and progressions in Ballet, Broadway, Hip-Hop, Jazz, and Lyrical.
All levels will include a snack or dinner break each meeting followed by a team building game or activity.
Summer Focus Programs
12345 Competition FocusLevel III Tu & Wed 6/23 - 8/5
12345 Summer FocusLevel III/IV +
Dancers should register for the levels of class they are currently enrolled in. If you are unsure which is best suited for your dancer, please email Chrissy Rossi at crossi@carypark.com.
Dance Camps
Code Class
12345 Dance Camp Dance Camp Dance Camp Center
Dance Camp M-W Miss Kiley 8-10 years Community Center
ET KidZone is a high-quality before- and afterschool program where kindergarten and elementary students in Cary School District 26 enjoy a safe, engaging environment that encourages learning, creativity, and fun!
Morning Session: 7:00-8:30am
Afternoon Session: 3:30-6:00pm
Early mornings and after-school hours just got a whole lot more fun! ET KidZone Before & After School Program gives kids a safe place to unwind, make friends, and enjoy their time outside the classroom. From games and crafts to homework help and free play, each day is packed with fun, creativity, and plenty of smiles. With caring staff and engaging activities, kids stay happy and active while parents enjoy peace of mind. It’s the perfect start—and finish—to a great school day!
ET KidZone is held at the following Cary School District 26 schools:
• Briargate Elementary (1st-5th grades)
• Deer Path Elementary (1st-5th grades)
• Oak Knoll Early Childhood Center (Kindergarten only)
• Three Oaks Elementary (Dual Language K and 1st-5th grades)
The Day-Off School programs are held at the Cary Park District Community Center and are open from 7:00am-6:00pm.
Day-Off School programs will be offered on select days when school is not in session.
ET KidZone participants will enjoy independent and organized activities in a supervised setting. Children will have the opportunity for indoor and outdoor play, activities such as crafts, group games, and table activities, and time for homework and/or reading. A snack will be offered to participants each afternoon.
These programs have a separate registration and payment and will be advertised through the park district website, social media, and through email. ET KidZone will open on Cary School District 26 scheduled ½ days at noon and children will need to bring a sack lunch.
• ET KidZone will continue to allow flexible scheduling options to meet families’ individual needs. However,schedule changes will need to be submitted in writing, via email, to the Recreation Program Manager by the 25th of each month for the upcoming month.
• Any requests to add days will require a seven-business day waiting period.
• Refunds or credits will not be given for missed days due to illness, vacation, or changes in schedules that are not submitted in writing by the 25th of the month prior.
Monthly payments are due on the 1st of each month. Payment options include monthly auto-payment, cash, check, and most major credit cards.
Morning = $12/day
Afternoon = $17/day
½ Day (site open 12:00-6:00pm) = $37/day
Registration Dates (2026-2027 school year):
The first month’s payment is due upon registration.
Early Bird Registration (20% off registration): Monday, June 15-Sunday, June 28, 2026
Registration: Monday, June 29, 2026
Adult Tot Sports Ages 2-3 yrs. w/adult
Parents are an integral part of helping their tots develop basic sports movement and motor skills. Motor skill activities focus on hand/eye and hand/foot coordination. Sports equipment and instruction are provided to help guide your child through an introduction to organized sports. Parents or caregiver participation is required.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Kaper Park
Code
Tu 6/9-7/14 5:00-5:30pm $80/$120
Tu 7/28-9/1 5:00-5:30pm $80/$120
Total Sports Ages 4-10 years
This class features a new sport each week. Some of the sports taught and played include football, kickball, soccer, and baseball and more. In addition, participants play many popular running and group games. Children have the opportunity to acquire new skills and develop confidence in games they have played in previous classes.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Kaper Park
Ages 4-6 years
Code
Tu 6/9-7/14 5:30-6:15pm $90/$135
Tu 7/28-9/1 5:30-6:15pm $90/$135
Ages 7-10 years
Code
Tu 6/9-7/14 6:15-7:00pm $90/$135
Tu 7/28-9/1 6:15-7:00pm $90/$135
Youth T-Ball Ages 3-6 years
Introduce your child to America’s favorite pastime! Children will run, catch, throw and hit off a tee while releasing energy, gaining independence, and making friends. Each participant will be placed on a team prior to the first practice. Each player should bring a glove and will receive a t-shirt and hat.
Registration Deadline: 7/1 Make-Up Day: 8/15
Min/Max: 10/40
Location: Lions Park
My Tee Ball, Ages 3-4 years
Youth Athletics at Cary Park District focus on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Whether your child is new to sports or looking to build confidence, our leagues and classes create a positive and fun environment to play.
Youth Soccer
Introduce your child to the sport of soccer. Children will run, kick, and learn the game. This fun program will allow your child to release energy, make friends and keep moving. Players will be placed on a team prior to the first practice. Each participant should bring shin guards and will receive a t-shirt.
Registration Deadline: 7/1 Make-Up Day: 8/15
Min/Max: 10/40
Location: Lions Park Little Kickers, Ages 3-4 years
Mighty Kickers, Ages 5-6 years
Chicago Fire FC Soccer – Little Sparks
Chicago Fire Soccer In The Community is the youth soccer outreach department of Chicago Fire FC. Soccer In The Community operates programs that focus on soccer and child development, as well as supporting youth organizations in the city and suburbs. These programs are the perfect opportunity for children of all ages and abilities to develop their soccer skills and love for the game. Working with professional coaches from Chicago Fire FC, our programs focus on technical development and social-emotional learning to elevate children and both players and people.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Kaper Park
Ages 2-3 years with parent
Ages 4-5 years Code
Ages 6-8 years with parent
Chicago Fire FC Soccer –Summer Camp Ages 6-14 years
Chicago Fire Soccer In The Community is the youth soccer outreach department of Chicago Fire FC. Soccer In The Community operates programs that focus on soccer and child development, as well as supporting youth organizations in the city and suburbs. These programs are the perfect opportunity for children of all ages and abilities to develop their soccer skills and love for the game. Working with professional coaches from Chicago Fire FC, our programs focus on technical development and social-emotional learning to elevate children and both players and people.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Kaper Park
Players will receive a solid foundation on the fundamental skills of beach volleyball through fun and active drills. This class includes instruction on all major volleyball skills; serving, passing, setting and attacking. Daily scrimmages will allow players to use these skills in a game environment.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Sunburst Bay Courts
Ages 7-9 years
Ages 10-13 years
6/10-7/15 5:00-5:45pm $90/$135
7/29-9/2 5:00-5:45pm $90/$135
Join current and former CGHS athletes and coaches as you run, train, and learn the art of short and long distance running. Program focus will be on learning skills, improving overall health, and most importantly having fun. Participants will earn daily tokens by completing laps on our course and ultimately finish a 5K run on our final day of the program. Family and friends are encouraged to run daily with the group and complete the 5K with your child. No class 6/23 & 6/25
Min/Max: 12/30
Location: Cary Grove High School
7/29-9/2 6:00-7:00pm $95/$142
Learn a life sport! Children will learn the game of tennis in a fun and encouraging atmosphere while learning proper grip, body positions, rules and basic strokes. Intermediate players will review the basic strokes and work on lobs, overheads and serves. All participants will receive a t-shirt.
Min/Max: 4/8
Location: Cary-Grove High School
Participants will learn the game of tennis in a fun and encouraging atmosphere one on one with an instructor. Skills learned will be based on their current tennis level. Private Lessons are 30 minutes long. All participants will receive a t-shirt.
Min/Max: 1/4
Location: Cary-Grove High School
Ages 6-13 Year Olds
Jr. Flag Football Ages 6-8 years
Come join in on the fun and start playing the nation’s most loved game! Players are introduced to stance, receiving, rushing, blocking and defense. Each week ends with a scrimmage encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship. Players always get to play either receiver or running back each week. Games focus on fundamentals and field concepts, as well as positions and mechanics. No equipment necessary! No class 7/3/26.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Lions Park
Ages 3-4 years
Children are introduced to a wide range of games during this camp. Running games include Ball Tag, Builders and Wreckers, Mr. Fox, Musical Cones, Octopus, Poison Ivy, Sharks and Minnows, Wax Museum and many more! In addition, participants are exposed to fun and interactive games that utilize a variety of equipment such as balls, hula-hoops, jump ropes, scooters, beanbags and more. Campers should bring a water bottle each day. Every camper will receive a t-shirt.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Kaper Park
Flag Football Ages 9-12 years
Players experience daily scrimmages with active instruction and tips from the coaching staff. Players are encouraged to employ skills used in football such as running pass routes, play calling, defensive positioning, the fundamentals of blocking and pass coverage. These skills and others will be put to use in a “game time” environment while the players scrimmage each week. No class 7/3/26
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Lions Park
6/12-7/24 5:45-6:45pm $95/$142
7/31-9/4 5:45-6:45pm
This camp focuses on a variety of sports including flag football, basketball, baseball, kickball, soccer, capture the flag, and other group games. Each day camper’s focus on skill development and fundamentals for each respective sport, followed by game play. Coaches ensure a fun and energetic atmosphere while promoting teamwork and good sportsmanship. Campers should bring a snack and water bottle each day. Every camper will receive a t-shirt.
Min/Max: 5/20
Location: Kaper Park
Ages
Tot Trot 18 mos - 2 years with adult
Interact with your child in an Exploratorium of fun and discovery. Learn basic motor skills as well as social interaction with others. Activities include obstacle course, air-track, foam pit and other gymnastics apparatus. Parent must attend. No class 7/4
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Cary Gymnastics, 600 Industrial Drive, Unit 1
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 6/2-7/28 9:15-10:00am $171/$256
W 6/3-7/29 5:15-6:00pm $171/$256
Th 6/4-7/30 9:15-10:00am $171/$256
Sa 6/6-7/25 9:15-10:00am $133/$200
Tu 8/4-8/25 9:15-10:00am $76/$114
W 8/5-8/26 5:15-6:00pm $76/$114
Th 8/6-8/27 9:15-10:00am $76/$114
Sa 8/1-8/29 9:15-10:00am $95/$142
Gymnastics – Gym Kats Ages 3-4 years
This class gives instruction on basic skills as well as teaching social interaction with others. Explore a variety of gymnastics stations while gaining confidence and trying new things. Without parent. No class: 7/4
Tu 6/2-7/28 10:00-10:45am $171/$256
Tu 6/2-7/28 4:30-5:15pm $171/$256
W 6/3-7/29 4:30-5:15pm $171/$256
W 6/3-7/29 5:15-6:00pm $171/$256
W 6/3-7/29 6:00-6:45pm $171/$256
Th 6/4-7/30 4:30-5:15pm $171/$256
Sa 6/6-7/25 9:15-10:00am $133/$200
Tu 8/4-8/25 10:00-10:45am $76/$114
Tu 8/4-8/25 4:30-5:15pm $76/$114
W 8/5-8/26 4:30-5:15pm $76/$114
W 8/5-8/26 5:15-6:00pm $76/$114
W 8/5-8/26 6:00-6:45pm $76/$114
Th 8/6-8/27 4:30-5:15pm $76/$114
Sa 8/1-8/29 9:15-10:00am $95/$142
Girls Beginner Gymnastics Ages 5-6 years
Recreational Gymnastics is designed to teach proper skill progressions and body shaping while learning skills on all four events.
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Cary Gymnastics, 600 Industrial Drive, Unit 1
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
M 6/1-7/27 4:30-5:30pm $180/$270
M 6/1-7/27 5:00-6:00pm $180/$270
M 6/1-7/27 6:15-7:15pm $180/$270
Tu 6/2-7/28 5:15-6:15pm $180/$270
W 6/3-7/29 6:00-7:00pm $180/$270 Th 6/4-7/30 4:15-5:15pm $180/$270
Th 6/4-7/30 6:15-7:15pm $180/$270 M 8/3-8/31 4:30-5:30pm $100/$150 M 8/3-8/31 5:00-6:00pm $100/$150 M 8/3-8/31 6:15-7:15pm $100/$150
8/4-8/25 5:15-6:15pm $80/$120 W 8/5-8/26 6:00-7:00pm $80/$120 Th 8/6-8/27 4:15-5:15pm $80/$120 Th 8/6-8/27 6:15-7:15pm $80/$120
Gymnastics – Tumbling Ages 7-18 years
Designed for cheerleaders and gymnasts who want to improve their tumbling skills. Proper progression and body shaping will be emphasized to develop strong tumblers. Instruction will be given on progression leading up to and beyond back handsprings (flip flops) (boys/girls)
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Cary Gymnastics, 600 Industrial Drive, Unit 1 Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee W 6/3-7/29 4:15-5:15pm $180/$270 W 6/3-7/29 6:15-7:15pm $180/$270 W 8/5-8/26 4:15-5:15pm $80/$120 W 8/5-8/26 6:15-7:15pm $80/$120
Ages 5-6 years
Designed for cheerleaders and gymnasts who want to improve their tumbling skills. Proper progression and body shaping will be emphasized to develop strong tumblers. Instruction will be given on progression leading up to and beyond back handsprings (flip flops) (boys/girls).
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Cary Gymnastics, 600 Industrial Drive, Unit 1
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee W 6/3-7/29 5:15-6:15pm $180/$270 W 8/5-8/26 5:15-6:15pm $180/$270
Flip, jump, and tumble into fun! Our gymnastics classes help kids build strength, flexibility, and confidence while learning awesome skills in a safe, high-energy environment. Perfect for beginners and future pros alike!
– Summer Camp Ages 4-6 years
Children will be divided into appropriate groups and challenged with a variety of lessons using all pieces of gymnastics equipment. Other activities will include gym games and free time. Emphasis is placed on trying hard and having fun. Gymnastics show at the end of camp every Thursday. Camp is for both boys and girls. Campers should bring a water bottle and small healthy snack.
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Cary Gymnastics, 600 Industrial Drive, Unit 1
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
M-Th 6/1-6/4 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/8-6/11 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/15-6/18 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/22-6/25 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/29-7/2 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/6-7/9 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/13-7/16 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/20-7/23 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/27-7/30 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 8/3-8/6 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
M-Th 8/10-8/13 9:00am-12:00pm $170/$255
American Ninja Warrior Ages 5-10 years
American Ninja Warrior is a fun fitness-training program for kids. Using our unique facility and equipment, children will be challenged with a variety of activities every week (boys/girls).
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Cary Gymnastics, 600 Industrial Drive, Unit 1 Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Tu 6/2-7/28 4:45-5:30pm $171/$256
Tu 6/2-7/28 5:30-6:15pm $171/$256
Tu 6/2-7/28 6:15-7:00pm $171/$256
Tu 8/4-8/25 4:45-5:30pm $76/$114
Tu 8/4-8/25 5:30-6:15pm $76/$114
Tu 8/4-8/25 6:15-7:00pm $76/$114
Ninja Level Up Camp Ages 5-12 years
Children will be placed in teams with obstacle course challenges. Teams will compete against each other and with themselves in a variety of activities both indoors and outdoors. New this summer, camp will be adding “Level Up” gaming activities. Every week there will be a themed video game activity. (These are physical activities, not actual video games). Teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun are emphasized. Camp is for both boys and girls. Campers should bring a water bottle, small healthy snack, and tennis shoes.
Min/Max: 1/5
Location: Cary Gymnastics, 600 Industrial Drive, Unit 1 Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
M-Th 6/1-6/4 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/8-6/11 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/15-6/18 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/22-6/25 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 6/29-7/2 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/6-7/9 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/13-7/16 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/20-7/23 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 7/27-7/30 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 8/3-8/6 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
M-Th 8/10-8/13 12:30-3:30pm $170/$255
The Focus of our Little Ninja Program is to introduce the younger child to karate with basic skills and a whole lot of fun and action. The greater goal here is to develop listening skills, following directions, and staying on task in a high energy, fun, and developmental way. This program will help your child develop physically, mentally, and socially so they can participate in our Young Samurai Karate Program. No class 7/4
Min/Max: 1/10
Location: Focus Martial Arts, 9342 Virginia Rd, Lake in the Hills Code Day Dates
This Karate Program Focuses on developing your child’s gross and fine motor skills, memory, attention, fitness, agility, and social skills. Your child will also learn self respect and the respect of others while building their confidence in a safe, stimulating and fun filled class setting. Uniform (Gi) is required. No class 7/3.
Min/Max: 1/10
Location: Focus Martial Arts, 9342 Virginia Rd, Lake in the Hills
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Fr 6/12-8/21 4:30-5:15pm $200/$300
Ages 8-14 years Our Youth Karate Program helps our students increase their confidence, teaches them to work towards their goals and learn how to respect themselves and others. The children learn in a safe, supervised environment and our trained instructors keep the kids motivated and wanting more while they are learning self-defense techniques and interpersonal communication skills that will last a lifetime. The children in our program get better grades, make more friends, and work towards their black belts, giving them more confidence in all they do. This class is for beginners only (White-Green belts). Uniform (Gi) is required. No class 7/3
Min/Max: 1/10
Location: Focus Martial Arts, 9342 Virginia Rd, Lake in the Hills
Code Day Dates Time R/NR Fee
Fr 6/12-8/21 5:30-6:15pm $200/$300
The Focus in our Adult Karate program is on fitness, selfconfidence, personal safety and lowering stress levels. Unique to karate is its ability to develop the individual physically and mentally. All aspects of your life will benefit including work, family, and social relationships. You will also learn self-defense that is appropriate to your lifestyle and fitness level. Uniform (Gi) is required. No class 6/30
Min/Max: 1/10
Location: Focus Martial Arts, 9342 Virginia Rd, Lake in the Hills
6/9-8/18 7:00-8:00pm
Krav Maga Force is a modern self-defense system designed to address present day street assaults, violence, and confrontations. It is simple, effective, and easy to learn, regardless of size, experience, or level of fitness. Our students also benefit both mentally and physically from the fitness conditioning incorporated into the program. We offer a friendly environment and take every precaution to ensure the safety of our students. (Equipment: KMF T-Shirt, comfortable training pants, mouth guard, groin cup (males), clean gym shoes, martial arts gloves and or boxing gloves) No class 6/29.
Min/Max: 1/10
Location: Focus Martial Arts, 9342 Virginia Rd, Lake in the Hills Code
M 6/8-8/17 7:00-8:00pm
Now parents can spend some quality time and train with their child or grandchild in the NEW class at Focus. Here’s what you can expect in this class: Basic Fitness, Shotokan Karate training, Basic Self-Defense, Kata (forms), Kumite (sparring), fun and interactive training, a lifetime investment in time with your child or grandchild! (Equipment: Beginner Package includes Gi (uniform), white belt and fist guards. Sold at Focus) No class 6/30
Min/Max: 1/10
Location: Focus Martial Arts, 9342 Virginia Rd, Lake in the Hills Code Day
Ages 13+ years
Learn to defend against deadly physical attacks and sexual assault using hand-to-hand techniques, ground survival, and weapon defense. Krav Maga-based techniques tailored to realistic scenarios in which women are the target of violence.
Min/Max: 1/10
Location: Focus Martial Arts, 9342 Virginia Rd, Lake in the Hills
Get your team together and compete in a recreational softball league. Games are played at Lions Park with game times at 6:30pm, 7:30pm, and 8:30pm. The number of teams registered in the league determines league format and a single-elimination tournament will follow the end of the regular season.
League Start Date: Thursday, August 6
Location: Lions Park
Fee: $600/team resident Code:
Registration is accepted online (search by program code) or at the Community Center. A manager’s meeting will be scheduled prior to the first night of the league. During the managers meeting team rosters and league guide will be distributed.
Teams must be able to make all time slots available for play; there are no requests for specific game times.
This league is sanctioned by the National Softball Association (NSA). 60% of the roster must reside within the Cary Park District boundaries to receive the resident rate.
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Join us on the first Friday of the month (unless otherwise noted) to celebrate monthly birthdays and enjoy a birthday treat. During the month of your birthday, participants will receive one free bingo card. Additional cards can be purchased for $3.00 per card packet (3 games/card, 10 games/packets) and will start being sold after 9:30am and end by 9:50am. Please bring your own dauber and single dollar bills as no change will be given. No cards will be sold after the first number is called. Registration is required to attend. Registration deadline is one week prior to the event
Location: Community Center
Join us on select Fridays of the month for Pay to Play Bingo. Cards can be purchased for $3.00 per card packet (3 games/card, 10 games/packets) and will start being sold after 9:30am and end by 9:50am. Please bring your own dauber and single dollar bills as no change will be given. Registration is required to attend. Registration deadline is one week prior to the event.
Location: Community Center
Our Senior Programs are designed to keep you active, social, and engaged. From fitness and recreation to social gatherings and trips, there are plenty of opportunities to stay connected and enjoy your time with us.
Duper Fridays w/Pay to Play Bingo
Enjoy soup plus Pay to Play Bingo one Friday a month. Bingo begins at 10:00am and soup is served at the break.. Cards are $3.00 per card packet (3 cards/game,10 games/packet) and will start being sold after 9:30am and end by 9:50am. Please bring your own dauber and single dollar bills as no change will be given. Sponsored by The Pointe at Eastgate. Registration is required to attend. Registration deadline is one week prior to the event
Location: Cary Park District Community Center
Spend a couple hours on an epic adventure. Experience all the sights, sounds, and culture without leaving your seat. You and your friends will enjoy a presentation on various destinations. Registration is required to attend. Registration deadline is one week prior to the event.
Join us for good food and great socialization at area restaurants. Participants will order off the menu and self-pay. Transportation by Cary Park District bus is available for $5 resident/$6 non-resident fee and leaves from the Cary Park District Community Center or you can drive yourself for $5 resident/$6 non-resident fee (see reservation time below). Return time is approximate. Advanced registration is required for all participants whether riding the bus or driving yourself. The registration deadline is one week prior to the date of the event and refunds will not be issued after the deadline
Bus Min/Max: 4/14, Driving Min/Max: 0/6
Nostimo’s – Arlington Heights 11:45am reservation 18632 18635 Tu 6/23 11:15am bus departure
The Lazy Dog – Vernon Hills 12:00pm reservation 18633 18636 Tu 7/28 11:15am bus departure
Austin’s – Libertyville 12:00pm reservation 18634 18637 Tu 8/18 11:15am bus departure
Love to read? Join our Senior Book Club! We explore a new book each month and meet to discuss it in a welcoming, relaxed setting. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy great stories, share perspectives, and connect with friends old and new. Location: Community Center
Th 6/11
Th 7/9
Th 8/13
10:00-11:00am A Time for Mercy by John Grisham
10:00-11:00am Girl Who Was Taken by Charlie Donlea
10:00-11:00am Summer of ‘69 by Elin Hildebrandt
The Cary Canaries/Glee Club share the love of music and performing. The Glee Club performs at several Cary Park District senior parties throughout the year plus monthly performances for various groups throughout the community. The Glee Club meets on Tuesdays from 10:00-11:15am. All are welcome to join. Performance dates are yet to be determined by the group. Rehearsal Location: Community Center
Rehearsal Dates
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
July 7, 14, 21, 28
2 or June 16
7 or July 14
August 4, 11, 18, 25 August 5 or August 26
This low impact yoga helps with pain relief, relaxation, and flexibility. Instruction is done by video. Chair Yoga meets on Tuesdays from 9:00-10:00am. Location: Community Center
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 9:00-10:00am
July 7, 14, 21, 28 9:00-10:00am
August 4, 11, 18, 25 9:00-10:00am
Use your skill and wit and maybe some luck thrown in while playing Mah Jongg. All are welcome and experience is not necessary. The desire to learn is a must! Mah Jongg Club meets every Tuesday from 12:00pm - 3:00pm. Location: Community Center
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 12:00-3:00pm
July 7, 14, 21, 28 12:00-3:00pm
August 4, 11, 18, 25 12:00-3:00pm
Lace up your walking shoes and join your friends for a walk through some of Cary Park District’s greatest spots. All levels are welcome. We meet on various Wednesdays each month. Club will only meet based on favorable weather conditions. Starting time is 10:15am and we will walk for about 1 hour. Walking is self-paced.
Join others as we craft a new project each month. We will make crafts to take home or decorations/giveaways for monthly parties and events. All are welcome and no crafting experience is necessary. All supplies/tools are provided so registration is required to ensure that enough supplies are available. Craft Club meets on select Thursdays from 10:00- 11:30am. Location: Community Center
Bring your lunch or snacks to join friends and watch a favorite movie or show. The Movie & TV Club meets on select Thursdays from 11:45am - 2:00pm. Registration is required to attend. Location: Community Center
18642 June 18 “Operation Petticoat” (1959) Starring Tony Curtis, Cary Grant
August 27 “Singin’ in the Rain” (1952) Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds
Bring a snack, meet friends, and learn new games/play old favorites like dominos, dice, and card games. Game Club meets on select Thursdays of the month. Ante is to be brought to the event. Registration is required to attend. Location: Community Center
Celebrate World Music Day with us at a relaxed and cheerful gathering filled with music and feel-good fun. You will enjoy easygoing snacks featuring naan bites and tasty dips, test your luck with our always-popular bingo, and join in on a lighthearted music game, “Finish the Line,” where beloved songs spark memories and smiles. Registration deadline is June 12 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Location: Community Center
Min/Max: 20/50
Hot Dogs, get your hot dogs! Join us for a cheerful Summertime Classics luncheon featuring a classic hot dog bar with all the fixings, chips, and dessert. We will play 10-game BINGO, and enjoy fun trivia questions inspired by summers past. Relax, share a few laughs, and enjoy an easygoing gathering made for good conversation, smiles, and simple summer fun. Registration deadline is July 17th and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Location: Community Center
Min/Max: 20/50
F 7/24 10:00am-1:30pm $15/$17
Fly on in for a charming celebration of butterflies and moths featuring a garden-inspired lunch with butterfly pasta, fresh garden salad, and dessert. Delight in fun facts about these fascinating winged visitors, enjoy a friendly game of BINGO, and see live specimens up close, all while surrounded by cheerful handmade butterflies created by our Craft Club. Registration deadline is August 14th and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Location: Community Center
Min/Max: 20/50
18652 F 8/21 10:00am-1:30pm $15/$17
Get your creative juices flowing and join us for a relaxing outing to a local ceramic painting studio, where you’ll have the chance to choose a ceramic piece (self pay) and make it your own. No experience is needed — just come ready to paint, chat, and have fun while creating a keepsake you’ll be proud to take home. Once the pieces are fired, they will be brought back to the Community Center for convenient pickup one to two weeks later. After painting, we’ll walk to a nearby restaurant for a selfpay lunch. Estimated return time 2:30pm. Registration deadline is June 24th and refunds will not be issued after the deadline. Min/Max: 6/20 Bus
Color Me Mine/Benedict’s La Strata 10:00am reservation
Join us for a delightful day trip to beautiful Lake Geneva featuring an unforgettable performance by internationally acclaimed magician Tristan Crist. Known for his sophisticated, high-energy illusions and charming sense of humor, Tristan Crist delivers a spectacular 90-minute magic show that blends mystery, comedy, and audience participation—guaranteed to amaze and entertain. Before the show, enjoy free time for a self-pay lunch at one of Lake Geneva’s many charming restaurants and cafés. Take in the scenic downtown area, browse local shops, or relax lakeside before we head to the theater. This trip offers the perfect mix of leisure, laughter, and jaw-dropping entertainment in a picturesque setting. Sit back, relax, and prepare to be amazed! Transportation via Cary Park District Bus. Moderate, self-paced walking. Registration deadline is Mon May 25 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Min/Max: 4/9
To keep trips affordable, the Cary Park District co-ops with other park and recreation agencies, so space is limited. If a trip fills, please add your name to the waiting list, as trip tickets per agency may be adjusted based on enrollment.
No refunds after the registration deadline. Refunds will only be given if 1) trip is cancelled by Cary Park District, 2) Cary Park District has a waitlist and is able to fill your spot, 3) trip minimum is not met by the registration deadline.
If you are looking for the ultimate dining experience that brings some of the greatest tastes in the world to you, then you need not look any further than Grand Duke’s Restaurant located in Downers Grove, IL. They serve authentic Eastern European Cuisine and pride themselves in preparing up to 99% of the menu from scratch. We will be treated to the delights of a Lithuanian, Polish, Bavarian Restaurant at an affordable price. Registration deadline is ____TBD_____ and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Try your luck and enjoy a fun-filled outing with a trip to a local casino, where excitement and great perks await. Patrons with a phone number and email address on file will receive a $10 casino voucher, plus an additional $10 voucher for arriving by bus — that’s $20 in total to play and enjoy. As an added bonus, all participants will receive 20% off at the casino’s restaurants, making it easy to relax, dine, and make a day of it. Whether you’re playing the slots, enjoying a meal, or simply soaking in the atmosphere, this trip offers a lively and enjoyable escape. Self-paced Moderate walking. Transportation via Park District bus. Registration deadline is July 10 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
We will head to White Fence Farm to see the longest running variety show in Pigeon Forge, TN, right here in Chicagoland! Patty Waszak is a high energy, heart warming variety show featuring a wide variety of music including big band favorites, polkas, 50s and 60s rock ‘n’ roll, country music, 70s disco, show tunes, patriotic, hits of the 80s, 90s, current hits, ethnic melodies, audience participation, singa-long, and music trivia. Before the show, enjoy either a chicken or shrimp lunch. Transportation is via Park District Bus. Registration deadline is Friday, July 10, and refunds will not be issued after the deadline. Min/Max: 4/13
Embrace the small-town charm of St. Charles and Geneva with a relaxing day of sight-seeing and shopping. We’ll begin with a peaceful cruise on the St. Charles Paddlewheel, where you can sit back and take in the beauty of the Fox River. After our river cruise, we’ll travel to the picturesque town of Geneva for a visit to the muchloved Little Traveler for shopping and lunch at the Atrium Cafe. This multi-level boutique is full of unique gifts, home décor, and delightful surprises around every corner— perfect for browsing, exploring, and finding something special. Every shopper will receive a special coupon to use the day of our trip. Lunch options include a mini sandwich plate accompanied by a cup of vegetable soup, a spinach cheddar quiche with fresh fruit and a freshly baked muffin, a cranberry chicken salad, or a chicken salad croissant. This trip involves moderate walking. A few steps are required to access the Atrium Cafe. The Paddlewheel boat is accessible via ramp, which may be at an incline or decline depending on water levels. Registration deadline is __TBD__ and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Enjoy a fun-filled day of entertainment and shopping on our trip to the new Hollywood Casino in Aurora! Try your luck on a wide variety of slot machines and table games in a modern, comfortable casino setting designed for an exciting yet relaxing experience. After our casino visit, we’ll head to the Aurora Outlet Mall for time to shop, stroll, and enjoy lunch on your own. With a great selection of brandname outlet stores and dining options, there’s something for everyone. This trip offers the perfect combination of gaming excitement and leisurely shopping—sit back, enjoy the ride, and make a day of it! Transportation via Cary Park District Bus. Moderate, self-paced walking. Registration deadline is Aug. 1 and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Min/Max: 4/14 Code
Take in the beauty of a lakeside sunset with an indulgent evening at Crystal Lake Main Beach. Dine & relax lakeside with a fine Italian meal and live music. The Menu includes salad, gnocchi, Chicken Vesuvio, and a miniature cannoli for dessert. A cash bar will be open throughout the event, offering a variety of beverages to complement this memorable night by the lake. Transportation by Cary Park District Bus. Registration deadline is __TBD__ and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Set sail aboard The Spirit of Navy Pier, Chicago’s newest four-level yacht, and enjoy the city’s premier summertime spectacle from the best seat on the lake! Your cruise delivers unmatched front-row perspectives of the practice day of Chicago’s Air & Water show. Watch military jets like the Thunderbirds soar overhead, see stunt pilots perform daring maneuvers, and catch dramatic waterrescue demonstrations - all from the comfort of the yacht. This modern vessel offers a buffet lunch, great music, interactive games, and sweeping shoreline views. Transportation via Cary Park District bus to Barrington, coach bus from there to Chicago. Moderate walking. Registration deadline is Monday August 3rd and refunds will not be issued after the deadline.
Min/Max: 4/9
Do you like to garden, but don’t have the space at home? Rent a 20 x 30 foot plot at Hoffman Park and grow your own vegetables, fruits, herbs, plants, and flowers.
Rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis beginning December 1 for residents and December 8 for non-residents. Those who rented last year will be able to renew the same plot as last year if registered by February 1.
To rent, please complete our new Community Garden Registration Form found in the forms section of our website. The form will be posted by November 30. Return your completed form with payment to the Community Center. Renters will be notified of their plot number and additional information in early April.
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The Demonstration Gardens at Hoffman Park are six gardens maintained by local volunteers. All of the harvest is donated to the Cary Grove Food Pantry.
This year all of our volunteers harvested over 2,300 pounds of produce. The nutritious and organic produce is donated to the Cary Grove Food Pantry. Since 2011, the Give Back Gardens have produced over 18,000 lbs of produce, all of which was donated to the Food Pantry.
Foxford Hills Golf Club features 18 distinctly spectacular holes, a bright and airy well-stocked pro shop, tasty bar-and-grill fare in our restaurant, and friendly, attentive customer service. The course has matured beautifully since its opening in 2002 and is heralded as a must-play in the Chicagoland area. Recently awarded 4 STARS by Golf Digest, Foxford Hills offers exceptional quality resort-style golf right here in Cary at a fraction of resort-golf greens fees.
The driving range is open throughout the year weather permitting. Hours are Monday - Sunday, dawn until 10:00pm. Lights turn on at dusk. The driving range is closed Monday from 9:30am - 2:00pm for driving range maintenance. Range balls can also be purchased directly at the machine using a major credit card.
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For those avid golfers looking to play a lot of golf, purchase a season pass at Foxford Hills. Both 7-day and 5-day passes are available with the best price on the market. Price includes golf and cart. Junior cart restrictions apply for those golfers who are under the age of 16. A valid driver’s license is required. Make your purchase at the pro shop.
Monday - Sunday (7 - Day Pass)
This season pass option allows for play on weekdays and weekends and includes golf and cart. All pass holders must make a reservation and check-in at the pro shop. Restrictions apply.
- age 19 - 22
Junior - age 18 & under (Saturday, Sunday & holidays; After 3:00pm Monday - Friday)
Monday - Friday (5 - Day Pass)
This season pass option allows for play Monday - Friday and includes golf and cart. All pass holders must make a reservation and check-in at the pro shop. Restrictions apply.
Rates are subject to change
Make Foxford Hills Golf Club your home for the 2026 golf season. Our permanent tee time program runs 21 weeks on Saturday and Sunday mornings from 6:00 - 8:30am. Permanent tee times begin the weekend of April 11 and 12 and end the weekend of August 29 and 30.
Tee times may be made thirty (30) days in advance with a major credit card. MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express are accepted.
Attire must be in keeping with the standards of the sport. Attire not permitted includes, but is not limited to, bathing suits, cutoffs, and sandals. Foxford Hills Golf Club is a non-metal or soft spike facility.
Players are to maintain the pace of play guidelines established by the Club. The average pace of play at Foxford Hills Golf Club is 4 hours 30 minutes.
Private lessons available with our PGA Golf Professional, Charlie Kane. Contact the golf shop at 847.639.0400.
For parties and formal functions, Foxford Hills Golf Club offers a club atmosphere that is perfect for groups of up to 75 guests. Whether you select buffet style, family style or a custom package, our staff will do all the work so you can enjoy your day. Possible events include rehearsal dinners, showers, breakfasts, luncheons, casual dinners, business meetings, corporate events and golf outings.
Get your golfer the gift he or she will love! A Foxford Hills gift card makes the perfect gift for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, or any day. Make your purchase at the Foxford Hills Golf Club Clubhouse.
Saturday, May 16
Dinner, 5:30pm
Shotgun start: 7:20pm
$ per person
Saturday, July 25
Consecutive Tee Times
Start 8:30am
$95 per person
TURKEY SHOOT #1
Saturday, October 24
Shotgun Start: 9:00am
$95 per person
TURKEY SHOOT #2
Saturday, November 7
Shotgun Start: 9:00am
$95 per person
Cary Park District facilities and picnic shelters are available for rent for bridal and baby showers, holiday, birthday and anniversary parties, reunions, luncheons, seminars, trainings, and business meetings. They are also perfect for summer picnics and outings. Alcohol may be served with a permit and an additional fee.
The Community Center offers eight rooms that can accommodate small-to-medium-sized groups. A warm and welcoming environment, along with friendly staff set the stage for any event. Additionalamenities including a kitchen, PA system, and AV rental are also available. The Community Center also offers free WiFi.
$10 - $75/hour
As the largest room in the Community Center, the Oak Room, can seat up to 200 guests with auditorium seating and 100 guests with table seating. Great for parties and trainings, the Oak Room is located on the main floor, has kitchen access, and is outfitted with audio-visual equipment.
Also available for rent are the Ivy Senior Room and the Dance Studio. $10 - $40/hour
$10 - $40/hour
The Hickory Room can accommodate up to 30 guests. This room features a tile floor, outdoor views, and is adjacent to a restroom.
$10 - $40/hour
These two rooms can accommodate up to 40 guests each. The Maple Room is carpeted and the Birch Room has a tile floor.
Jaycee Park
Picnic Shelter
R/NR Fee:
$50 - $100 per rental
The shelter is available for rent from 9:00am to dusk between the first weekend in May and the end of September. The shelter contains picnic tables and garbage cans. Electricity is available upon request. Washroom facilities are also available.
Kaper Park Picnic Shelter
R/NR Fee:
$100 - $200 per rental
This shelter is available for rent Monday - Friday, 9:00am to dusk and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00am12:00pm and 4:00 - 8:00pm. The shelter has 8 picnic tables and garbage cans. Electricity is available upon request. Restrooms are available adjacent to the shelter.
R/NR Fee:
$50 - $200 per rental
Three shelters are available for rent from 9:00am to dusk between the first weekend in May and the end of September. Each shelter has a solid roof, picnic tables, garbage cans, and electricity. Portable washroom facilities are located within the park. Security deposits are applied to all shelter rentals.
R/NR Fee:
$300 - $450 per rental
The bandshell has a covered stage with electrical hookup capability that is available upon request. Lawn seating is available on the adjacent hill. Portable washroom facilities are available within the park. The security deposit listed above also applies to the bandshell rental.
R/NR Fee:
$20 - $70 per hour
Soccer fields and baseball/softball fields are located at different park sites. Lights are available on certain fields for an additional fee.
For more information about renting Park District facilities or parkamenities, visit our website at
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Process
Resident registration begins December 1, 2025
Non-resident registration begins December 8, 2025
Any registration submitted prior to the registration start dates will not be accepted and will be returned.
5 Easy Ways to Register
Online at carypark.com
This form of registration requires you to submit credit card payment and is also in “real time”; you will know immediately that you have been accepted into a class or program. Some programs are not available for online registration, but included for display purposes only. These programs can be registered using the following methods:
Mail In
Complete a registration form and mail the form with payment to:
Cary Park District Attn: Registration 255 Briargate Rd. Cary, IL 60013
Fax
Complete a registration form and fax to 847.639.6290 (credit card payment required).
In Person
Visit the Community Center during the hours listed below.
Monday – Thursday, 5:30am - 10:00pm Friday, 5:30am - 8:00pm Saturday & Sunday, 7:00am - 6:00pm
Drop Off Box
Place complete registration form and payment in a sealed envelope and drop off in designated box in the Community Center parking lot.
The Park District does not accept phone registrations.
Payment Accepted
The Cary Park District accepts checks (payable to Cary Park District), cash, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. Do not pay with cash if mailing or dropping your registration in the drop box. Receipts will be issued upon registration at the Community Center for cash payment validation.
Any registrations with payment in cash or by credit card, and no previous account history, are subject to having residency checked with a printed form of proof such as a driver’s license, utility bill, etc. Also, addresses on checks that do not match addresses on registration forms will be subject to a residency check. Individual families should register on one form. Multiple families listed on one form will prevent your registration from being processed.
A registration confirmation will be proved only when a registration has not been granted (i.e., wait list). In this instance, a confirmation will be issued to confirm the status of these registrations.
Therefore, presume you are registered for a program unless you are notified otherwise by the Park District. Questions can be directed to 847.639.6100 ext. 0.
The Cary Park District guarantees your satisfaction with the recreation programs and activities in which you participate. If you are not completely satisfied for any reason, please let us know. You will be able to choose one of the following options:
1. Repeat the program at no charge.
2. Receive full credit that can be applied to another program.
3. Receive a full refund.
Cary Park District reserves the right to cancel any program with insufficient enrollment.
All refund requests must be made on a Cary Park District withdrawal form and submitted to the Cary Park District office and not with the program instructor. All refund/withdrawal requests will be assessed a $5 service charge. If the second meeting of a program has passed, withdrawal requests will be considered on a prorated basis in addition to the $5 service charge. Refunds will not be issued after the third class meeting. Refer to withdrawal form for refund options.
Refunds will not be issued for one-day programs or events, sports leagues, tournaments or tickets to sports/entertainment/events or deposits for programs. Memberships, pool passes, Preschool, and ET KidZone withdrawals will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and may require support documentation.
Visit carypark.com/rccms/contact-form to share your ideas with us.
Watch your email! Program and membership surveys are periodically sent throughout the year. When you receive one, please take a few moments to provide your feedback. This information will help guide us in the future. In the meantime, please make sure we have your correct email address on file.
Age Appropriateness
Ages and/or grades are listed with programs as guidelines for age-specific ability. The younger the participant, the more this guideline must be followed to ensure safety, enjoyment, and accomplishment. A birth certificate may be requested if doubt occurs concerning a participant’s age.
Behavior
Although the Park District realizes that inappropriate behavior may occur, the Park District reserves the right to suspend or remove participants from programs or facilities if hazardous, disruptive, and/or destructive behavior persists. If a participant is taken out of a program or removed from a facility due to these circumstances, a prorated refund will be issued for the remainder of the program or facility usage.
Minimum/Maximum
A minimum and maximum number of participants is set for each program. This is to ensure the best possible experience for each participant. The Park District may increase or reduce program size if necessary.
Photos and Videos
Photos and video footage are periodically taken of participants in a class, during a special event, or in the District’s parks and facilities. Please be aware that by registering for Park District programs and activities or by using the Park District’s parks and facilities you agree that any photograph or videotape taken by the Park District may be used by the District for promotional purposes including print and electronic media without further permission and without any compensation to you. All photos/videos are property of the Park District.
In Case of Oops!
During the course of Park District programs, there can be unforeseen circumstances that force the Park District to change schedules, instructors, combine or postpone programs, adjust facility usage or modify fees. The Park District makes every effort to ensure that the information presented in this brochure is complete and accurate; however, sometimes errors do occur and we apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
The Park District does not carry medical or accident insurance for program or facility participants. The cost would make program fees prohibitive. Please review your own personal health insurance plan to be certain that you and your family have the proper coverage.
Policies, Procedures and Guidelines:
Additional Park District policies, procedures and guidelines are available for review at the Cary Park District Community Center.
A Note of Thanks
Thank you to School Districts 155, 26 and 3 for providing facilities in which to hold recreational programs; to Park District Commissioners, volunteers, and staff who devote so much of their time; and to you, the community, for your support.
Resident/Non-resident - The first program fees listed in the brochure are for Cary Park District residents. Non-resident (NR) fees are listed second and are the higher rate of the two. Residents support the Park District through tax dollars, while non-residents pay to participate through higher registration fees. All account balances must be paid in full before registering for new programs.
Those desiring to achieve resident status may pay their “fair share” of taxes based on the taxable value of their home. This entitles an individual to pay in-district fees and register for programs at the same time as residents. Fair share will be applied over a 12-month period. Some exceptions apply, please refer to the Fair Share Guidelines found in the Forms section of carypark.com.
The taxable value of a property is stated clearly on the tax bill. Fair share in not necessarily for everyone. This has to be determined by you, taking into consideration the frequency of Park District use and the value of your home.
The inquiring individual should provide a copy of their current tax bill to the Superintendent of Recreation for review. The Fair Share amount will be calculated and a written reply will be sent. If you don’t have a copy of your current tax bill, call your taxing township for your home’s taxable value.
A Waiver of Fees program is available to provide assistance to residents with financial hardship. Confidential application may be made to the Superintendent of Recreation. Personal financial records may be requested to verify need.
The Cary Park District complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination in the provision of programs, services or activities to individuals with disabilities. The Park District invites any resident with a special need to contact us, or the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association staff, upon registration, to ensure a smooth inclusion.
In addition to the programs listed within our brochure, the Park District also provides specialized services for people with disabilities through the Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association (NISRA). Feel free to call NISRA at 815.459.0737, or see the NISRA section of this brochure for more information.
If you have any questions about the Park District’s ADA policy, or believe you have been unfairly discriminated against in the provision of programs, services or activities of the Cary Park District, please contact Dan Jones at 847.639.6100.
Warning of Risk: Recreational activities/programs are intended to challenge and engage the physical, mental, and emotional resources of each participant. Despite careful and proper preparation, instruction, medical advice, conditioning, and equipment, there is still a risk of serious injury when participating in any recreational activity/program. Understandably, not all hazards and dangers can be foreseen. Depending on the particular activity, participants must understand that certain risks, dangers, and injuries due to inclement weather, slipping, falling, poor skill level or conditioning, carelessness, horseplay, unsportsmanlike conduct, premise defects, inadequate or defective equipment, inadequate supervision, instruction, or officiating, and all other circumstances inherent to indoor and outdoor recreational activities/programs exist. In this regard, it must be recognized that it is impossible for the Cary Park District to guarantee absolute safety.
Waiver and Release of all Claims and Assumption of Risk: Please read this form carefully and be aware that in signing up and participating in Cary Park District identified programs/activities, you will be expressly assuming the risk and legal liability and waiving and releasing all claims for injuries, damages, or loss which you or your minor child/ward might sustain as a result of participating in any and all activities connected with and associated with said programs/activities (including transportation services/vehicle operation, when provided).
I recognized and acknowledge that there are certain risks of physical injury to participants in these programs/activities, and I voluntarily agree to assume the full risk of any and all injuries, damages or loss, regardless of severity, that my minor child/ward or I may sustain as a result of said participation. I further agree to waive or relinquish all claims I or my minor child/ward may have (or accrue to me or my child/ward) as a result of participating in these programs/activities against the Cary Park District including its officials, agents, volunteers, and employees (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Cary Park District”).
I do hereby fully release and forever discharge the Cary Park District from any and all claims for injuries, damages, or loss that my minor child/ward or I may have or which may accrue to me or my minor child/ward arising out of, connected with, or in any way associated with these programs/activities.
I have read and fully understand the above important information, warning of risk, assumption of risk, and waiver and release of claims. If registering via fax, your facsimile signature shall substitute for and have the same legal effect as an original form signature.