Youth Programs

Tae Kwon Do - Download Flyer   [pdf]   January - July 2012 pdf

Northern Illinois Martial Arts Institute (NIMAI) provides the instruction for the Byron Park District’s Tae Kwon Do classes! These classes are geared toward developing and improving students’ coordination, balance, flexibility, and physical strength as well as assisting with confidence, focus, discipline, and sportsmanship. Learn traditional and freestyle Tae Kwon Do including forms, weapons, sparring, and self-defense techniques not only as an avenue to gain many fitness benefits but to develop many other qualities that will benefit them in other sports and wellness activities as well as everyday life.

Who: Anyone 5 years and older
Sessions
Dates
Level
Days
Times
Min/Max: 4/20 per class
Where: Mary Morgan Gym 		Session I
1/23 - 3/16
 White/Gold Mon & Wed
Friday
 5:15-6:00 pm
5:30-6:30 pm
Instructor:Mr. Wes Shuckhart
Session Fee: $75/$83 		    Green & Above Mon & Wed
Friday		 6:00-7:00 pm
5:30-7:00 pm
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: 1/16, 3/19, 5/21 Session II 3/26 - 5/18 White/Gold Mon & Wed
Friday		 5:15-6:00 pm
5:30-6:30 pm
    Green & Above Mon & Wed
Friday		 6:00-7:00 pm
5:30-7:00 pm
Session III 5/30-7/27 White/Gold Mon & Wed
Friday		 5:15-6:00 pm
5:30-6:30 pm
    Green & Above Mon & Wed
Friday		 6:00-7:00 pm
5:30-7:00 pm
Requirement: Completion of a belt level (testing fee), acquisition of a uniform, new colored belt, and equipment will be additional fee payable to the NIMAI instructor.

Judo - Download Flyer   [pdf]  January - July 2012

Jiu Jitsu for self defense and Sport. Judo was introduced in 1882 as a sport utilizing the Jiu Jitsu style of fighting. Jiu Jitsu is the ancient martial art of Japan which uses strikes, wrist locks, arm bars, chokes, takedowns, throws, and grappling. Emphasis is placed on using an opponent’s size and strength against them. These are the techniques used by the Marine Corp. as well as law enforcement agencies around the world. Join the Northern Illinois Martial Arts Institute instructors at the Byron Park District to learn these techniques of self-defense and sport!!

Who: Anyone 10 years and older
Code
Dates
Times
Min/Max: 4/20 per class
230710-B3
11/30-1/2
 7:00-8:00 pm
Days: Wednesday & Friday
 230710-B4 1/25-3/1 7:00-8:00 pm
Where: Mary Morgan Gym 230710-C2 3/28-5/18 7:00-8:00 pm
Instructor:Mr. Wes Shuckhart 230710-D2 5/30-7/27 7:00-8:00 pm
Session Fee: $53/$58
No Class 7/4 & 7/13
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: 1/16, 3/19, 5/21
Requirement: Uniform purchase of $50 also required, payable to NIMAI Instructor


J & J Tumbling Classes - Downlad Flyer   [pdf]   January - March 2012

J & J Tumbling and Trampoline from Pecatonica, IL will be offering recreational tumbling instructions in Byron for boys and girls, ages 3-8 years. J & J's forty-two year old comprehensive and sequential program of instruction has produced many state and national champions, resulting in numerous individual and team awards. Now is the perfect time for your child to learn the elements of tumbling. It is a great motor development sport for all children. Participants will receive a certificate and ribbon at the end of each session. (6 Week Sessions). Direct all questions to the Byron Park District at 815-234-8435.



Level
 Ages
 Time
Tumble Tots I 3 years old
5:00 - 5:30 pm
Tumble Tots II 3.5-4 years 5:30 - 6:00 pm
Super Tots I 4 year + Experience 6:00 - 6:30 pm
Super Tots II 5 years old 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Beginner I 6 years old 7:15 - 8:00 pm
Beginner II 7-8 years old 8:00 - 8:45 pm
Min/Max: 3/6 for Tumble Tots Min/Max: 3/8 for Super Tots & Beginners
Fees: $54/$58 Tumble Tots & Super Tots I Fees: $63/$67 Super Tots and beginners
Dates: Winter 1/13-2/17 Dates: Spring 2/24-3/30
Where: Aerobics Room, PE Center Instructor:Dana Woods
REGISTRATION DEADLINES: 1/2, 2/13


Cafe Creations
The Byron Park District along with Three Sister's Cafe is excited to offer this enjoyable program of a variety of youth cooking classes! The excitement and pride one can achieve by learning to create some snacks and foods in the kitchen will promote an enthusiasm for cooking and helping out in the kitchen at home. Classes will focus on nutrition, health, safety precautions and simply enjoyable Cafe Creations.
Beginner Chef Classes
Shopping Creations
Meal Deal Creations
Code: 31320-C5
311320-C6
311320-C7
Saturday 3/10
Wednesday 3/28
Tuesday 4/24
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Who: 1st - 3rd graders Who: 2nd - 6th graders 3rd - 6th graders
Fee $18/person Fee: $18/person Fee: $18/person
Registration Deadline:2/27 Registration Deadline: 3/19 Registration Deadline: 4/16



Young Rembrandt's Drawing Classes

After school drawing classes at mary Morgan! Young Rembrandt's combines our love of art and children to teach, empower and build confidence that goes beyond art. we teach children how to draw, using our unique and proven method, while instilling a love of art and lifelong skills that lead to overall personal success. New and experienced students welcome. all new lessons each and every session - all materials provided. Join us and discover The Power of Drawing.

Session I (5 weeks)
Session I (5 weeks)
Session I (6 weeks)
Code: 210210-B1
Code: 210210-B2
Code: 3210210-C2
Date: 1/18 - 2/15
Date: 2/29 - 3/28
Date: 4/18 - 5/23
Time: 3:15 - 4:15 pm Time: 3:15 - 4:15 pm Time: 3:15 - 4:15 pm
Fee $45 Fee $45 Fee $55
    This class is a cartoon session


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