Registration Information

Four Ways to Register

Online

Mail-In

Drop-Off

FAX

Online

Click on the Online Registration (also in left column Quick Links), enter your username and password. Online registration is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Be sure to include credit card payment information.
Note: Some classes do not have online registration. They are identified by the following symbol:

Mail-In

Fill out the registration form in the back of the brochure or download the form here. Payments may be made by check or credit card. Checks should be made payable to Dundee Township Park District. If paying by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express), include the complete card number, expiration date and signature.

Mail to:

Dundee Township Park District
Rakow Center
665 Barrington Avenue
Carpentersville, IL 60110-2904

Drop Off or Walk-In

Fill out the registration form in the brochure or pick one up at the Rakow Center. Include proper payment. Leave the registration form with payment at the front desk of the Recreation Center. Sorry, no telephone registrations.

Senior Center registration is taken at:

665 Barrington Ave.
Carpentersville, IL 60110-2904

Fax

Fax your registration form to 847-836-2380. Don’t forget to include your VISA/MasterCard/Discover/American Express information on the form.

Registration Form

Registration forms are available online, in the Dundee Township Park District brochure which is delivered to all homes in Dundee Township and at the Rakow Center, 665 Barrington Ave., Carpentersville.
Download Registration Form

Registration Information

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Residents may register at any time for programs that have openings. Early registration is recommended, as popular classes like swim lessons and early childhood programs fill quickly.
Registration is an on-going process until all classes are filled.
Classes do fill quickly, so please list your second choices on the registration form under the first choice. For more information, call 847-428-7131.
Individuals may register members of their immediate family (those residing in the same household).
People who do not reside in Dundee Township pay an additional 50% for most programs, unless otherwise stated.
When there is insufficient registration, classes may be consolidated, postponed or cancelled. Those who have signed up for a class that has been cancelled will be notified and offered an alternative choice if one is available.
A waiver and release of all claims is included on all program registration forms. Please read this carefully. By signing the form, a person/guardian assumes full risk for any injury or loss sustained while participating in a Park District sponsored program.
Fees cannot be prorated when registering for a class if the class or session has already started.

Important Registration Information

The Dundee Township Park District is committed to conducting its recreation programs and activities in a safe manner and holds the safety of participants in high regard. The Dundee Township Park District continually strives to reduce such risks and insists that all participants follow safety rules and instructions that are designed to protect the participants’ safety. However, participants and parents/guardians of minors registering for the listed programs/activities must recognize that there is an inherent risk of injury when choosing to participate in recreational programs/activities. You are solely responsible for determining if you or your minor child/ward are physically fit and/or adequately skilled for the activities contemplated by this agreement. It is always advisable, especially if the participant is pregnant, disabled in any way, or has recently suffered an illness, injury or impairment, to consult a physician before undertaking any physical activity.

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. All hazards and dangers cannot be foreseen. Depending on the particular activity, certain risks, dangers and injuries may exist due to inclement weather, slips and falls, poor skill level or conditioning, carelessness, horseplay, unsportsmanlike conduct, premises defects, inadequate or defective equipment, inadequate supervision, instructions or officiating, and other risks inherent to the particular activity. In this regard, it is impossible for the Dundee Township Park District to guarantee absolute safety.

Money Back Guarantee on Recreation Programs

The Dundee Township Park District staff is committed to providing the public with high quality recreation programs. Our residents are important to us, and we would like all our program participants to be satisfied with our services. We make every effort to offer quality programs. However, if you are not satisfied, you will receive a full refund of your registration fee, providing you follow the guidelines for refund reimbursement.

Refund Policy

If a program is cancelled, a full refund will be given. Refunds will be considered for medical reasons if at least half of the program remains. Requests for refunds must be made prior to the program’s completion. Refunds are subject to a $5 service charge. Approved refunds will be prorated if the class has already started. If you are not satisfied with the quality of a program, see our Money Back Guarantee below. Refunds are sent to those whose requests have been approved within 30 days of the request. NSF checks – a $10 service charge will be addressed on all NSF checks.

To receive a refund: You must attend at least two class sessions. If you are not satisfied with the quality of the instruction, please fill out a Program Participant Money Back Guarantee Form. This form must be filled out prior to the fourth class meeting. Your input on this form will help us focus on where improvement is needed. The Program Participant Money Back Guarantee Form is available at the Recreation Center front desk. Upon receiving your completed form by the fourth class, we will process your class refund, which will take approximately two weeks.

Who is a Dundee Township Park District Resident?

The Dundee Township Park District serves the communities of Carpentersville, East Dundee, West Dundee, Sleepy Hollow and portions of Elgin, Barrington Hills, Hoffman Estates, Gilberts and Algonquin. To accurately determine if you are a resident of the Dundee Township Park District check your real estate tax bill or view the map. If you pay taxes to Dundee Township, then you are a resident. In order to receive resident rates you must be able to produce a valid driver’s license and a current property tax bill or utility bill verifying residency at that location.

Nonresident Fee Option

Nonresidents of the Dundee Township Park District may pay an annual fee to acquire the program registration benefits that in-district residents receive. Currently, nonresidents pay a registration program fee 50% higher for most programs, must register after all resident lottery registration is processed and are not eligible for various program categories. The nonresident annual fee is determined by multiplying the district’s tax rate by the assessed value of the nonresident’s home. Nonresident renters would pay an annual flat fee based on the average assessment of Dundee Township property. If you wish to register your immediate family at resident rates, during the resident registration period, bring in your most recent tax bill and we will determine what the annual fee will be. The option does not apply to annual golf passes or daily golf rates. For more information, call 847-428-7131.

Resident Senior Discount

Residents 62 years and older will receive 15% off selected programs.

Recreation Assistance Program (RAP)

RAP provides financial assistance for Dundee Township residents (or resident eligible) with children under the age of 16 who wish to participate in Dundee Township Park District programs. RAP will provide a discount of 25%, 50% or 75% (50% maximum for pool passes) for most district programs to family members under the age of 16. Programs that indicate “Contractual” are not eligible. The maximum annual family discount is $300. To become a RAP participant, please complete a confidential application (available in Spanish and English) that is available at the Recreation Center or the Administration Building.

Eligibility for the RAP program is based upon family income, family size, and special circumstances. Documentation of annual family income is required. Approved applicants will receive a RAP identification card which is valid for programs that run through December 31, 2012. The RAP card along with a picture ID will need to be presented when registering for a program. For more information, contact Charlotte at 847-551-4300. Anyone interested in donating funds to the RAP program, may do so by contacting Jim Miller at 847-551-4300.

Policies

Photo Policy

Registrants and participants of programs and special events permit the Park District to take photos and videos of themselves and their children for publication in the seasonal program brochure, website, and additional uses as the Park District deems necessary unless the registrant or participant expressly files with the Park District a written objection as to photos or videos of themselves and/or their children.

Behavior and Discipline Guidelines

A caring, positive approach will be taken regarding discipline. Each participant is expected to:

Treat all participants/patrons and staff with respect.
Respect all equipment.
Follow all rules so he/she will not place him/herself or others in a dangerous situation.

The purpose of discipline is to help a participant/patron develop self-control and learn to assume responsibility for his or her own actions. The District will use positive statements and reinforcements to redirect negative behaviors. Should a participant/patron need more than that, a “time-out” period or a suspension may be initiated.

The District will handle disruptive behavior in the following manner:

The participant/patron or the parent/guardian will be informed of the specific disruptive behavior, what corrective action on their part must be taken and what the potential consequences will be. An incident report will be completed and filed.
If the behavior continues, the staff will inform the participant/patron or parent a second time. An incident report will be completed and consequences will be initiated.
If there is no change in behavior, the participant/patron will be dismissed from the class/program or facility; a refund will be issued for the remaining class days or membership.

Disruptive behavior is defined as any behavior that causes, or could lead to, personal injury of participant or others. Examples: hitting, kicking, throwing things, defying, running away, rude or obscene language, threats, or any behavior that disrupts the facility or program. Disruptive behavior, in the broad sense, is any behavior that takes an instructor away from the rest of the class for long periods of time, disturbs the normal operation of a facility or threatens staff/patrons.

Title VI Compliance

The Dundee Township Park District has received federal assistance, the U.S. Department of the Interior, under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or handicap. If you believe that you have been subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility, or you desire further information regarding Title VI, please write to: Office of Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, D.C. 20240.