It’s time to have FUN. This is your one-stop online recreation resource to inspire you to stay active and engaged during these unprecedented times. We are committed to ensuring that our community members have resources to maintain healthy lives, grow meaningful relationships, and continue to play! Visit this page for new updates and ideas to keep you and your loved ones healthy, entertained, and informed. Let’s play!
Rock ‘n’ Kids at Home!
Enroll in their virtual class session to sing, dance, play, and learn! Rock ‘n’ Kids provides the Tot Rock and Kid Rock music and creative movement programs for children ages 1-6. Registered participants will receive an email with that week’s private 30-minute virtual class, allowing families to participate in their own time. The session’s musical activities will be based on the theme of “My Box of Crayons!” Each class will explore a different color through music and movement, and will include opening songs, weekly theme introduction, DIY instrument and prop ideas, 4-6 additional music activities, and closing songs. Class activities will involve rhythm, fine and gross motor, imaginative play, sensory integration, and listening skills.
Class links will be emailed Mondays at 8:00 am.; participation is at the family’s convenience. The links will expire one week after the last class is distributed.
- Tot Rock at Home – 1-2 years, with parent participation
34170-00 | June 15-August 3 | Monday (class links emailed from Rock ‘n’ Kids at 8:00 am) | $59 | REGISTER ONLINE (registration opens May 8) - Kid Rock at Home – 2-6 years, with and without parent participation (For siblings, we recommend Kid Rock)
34171-00 | June 15-August 3 | Monday (class links emailed from Rock ‘n’ Kids at 8:00 am) | $59 | REGISTER ONLINE (registration opens May 8)
Additional Resources
Magic Class with Gary Kantor -Session A
Professional magician Gary Kantor now teaches his popular magic class ONLINE. This 45-minute online class teaches children how to perform a number of mind-boggling tricks using everyday household items. Gary will start by explaining the secrets to the tricks, and then both Gary and the children will practice everything in great detail. The children will have a blast as they learn exactly what to say and do when performing in front of an audience. And since this class is online, it can be taken whenever it is convenient for your schedule. And the video can be watched again and again. Your entire family can even take this class together! Additionally, be sure to sign up for this class again since new tricks are taught each session. Class is for ages 5-12. (After you register, you will be told the household items that are needed for the class.)
- 24181-01 | May 1-June 30 | $11 | REGISTER ONLINE
Balloon Animal Workshop – Session A
Professional balloon artist Gary Kantor introduces a 45-minute online class that teaches children the techniques needed to take plain balloons and transform them into incredible balloon animals (like dogs, butterflies, fish, etc.). By watching the online video, children will create their own balloon animals, with Gary walking them through each step in the process. This class isn’t just for the kids; parents will have a blast if they join the experience. Additionally, you can sign up again since each session makes different animals. The ideal class age is 7 and above. (Note: you will need your own balloons and balloon pump. The pump and balloons cost about $13, and when you register you will be given information on places to purchase these.)
- 24182-01 | May 1-June 30 | $11 | REGISTER ONLINE
Young Rembrandts
Young Rembrandts is keeping young artists busy learning with new drawing techniques and skills – ONLINE! During this 4-week class, we bring our time-tested curriculum and step-by-step teaching method into your home with our NEW video lessons. All you need is a pencil, paper, and markers. Easy to follow, 45-minute fun cartoon drawing lessons can be enjoyed by the entire family. Allow 24 business hours (Mon-Fri) to receive the lesson link via Constant Contact. PARTICIPANTS MAY REGISTER AT ANY TIME DURING THE SESSION AND STILL BE SENT LINKS TO ALL CLASSES.
- 24154-01 | May 11-June 1 | Mondays | $42 | REGISTER ONLINE
- 24154-02 | June 8-29 | Mondays | $42 | REGISTER ONLINE
Esports Rocket League
Dundee Township Park District is offering an opportunity for players of all ages to participate in a FREE 3 v 3 esports Rocket League competition this spring in partnership with GGLeagues, a recreational esports league based in Chicago. Be a part of this fun online league competing against 11 other participating park districts. Rocket League is a video soccer game held in a virtual stadium featuring rocket-powered cars playing in a challenging, fast-paced soccer contest with elements of a demolition derby. Participants can play across all gaming platforms (Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC). Four weeks of play will conclude with playoffs in week four.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN THRU May 1 AT 3:00 PM and is FREE for this introductory session. Play starts at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 2, and will take place at the same time each Saturday through May 30.
- 22920-01 | Recreational Division | May 2-30 | Sa/2:00-3:00 pm | REGISTER ONLINE
- 22920-02 | Competitive Division | May 2-30 | Sa/2:00-3:00 pm | REGISTER ONLINE
Additional Resources
Crossword Puzzle
How well do you know DTPD? We’ve created a challenging crossword puzzle for you. Are you up for the challenge? Enjoy and let us know if you got all the answers right. Crossword Puzzle
Word Search
Challenge yourself with this DTPD word search: Word Search
Balloon Animal Workshop – Session A
Professional balloon artist Gary Kantor introduces a 45-minute online class that teaches children the techniques needed to take plain balloons and transform them into incredible balloon animals (like dogs, butterflies, fish, etc.). By watching the online video, children will create their own balloon animals, with Gary walking them through each step in the process. This class isn’t just for the kids; parents will have a blast if they join the experience. Additionally, you can sign up again since each session makes different animals. The ideal class age is 7 and above. (Note: you will need your own balloons and balloon pump. The pump and balloons cost about $13, and when you register you will be given information on places to purchase these.)
- 24182-01 | May 1-June 30 | $11 | REGISTER ONLINE
Esports
Rocket League
Dundee Township Park District is offering an opportunity for players of all ages to participate in a FREE 3 v 3 esports Rocket League competition this spring in partnership with GGLeagues, a recreational esports league based in Chicago. Be a part of this fun online league competing against 11 other participating park districts. Rocket League is a video soccer game held in a virtual stadium featuring rocket-powered cars playing in a challenging, fast-paced soccer contest with elements of a demolition derby. Participants can play across all gaming platforms (Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC). Four weeks of play will conclude with playoffs in week four.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN THRU May 1 AT 3:00 PM and is FREE for this introductory session. Play starts at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 2, and will take place at the same time each Saturday through May 30.
- 22920-01 | Recreational Division | May 2-30 | Sa/2:00-3:00 pm | REGISTER ONLINE
- 22920-02 | Competitive Division | May 2-30 | Sa/2:00-3:00 pm | REGISTER ONLINE
Basketball by Breakaway Basketball
Our focus will be on building confidence dribbling the basketball as well as incorporating some at-home conditioning. We want to be able to teach, inspire, motivate, and most importantly connect with your children during these different times. The skills we teach will be great but the interaction of 7 Breakaway coaches in every class will be just as important. An online link will be emailed to you to access the class.
- Basketball – Grades 1-3 Boys & Girls
22930-01 | May 3-24 | Su/10:00-10:45 am | $40 | REGISTER ONLINE - Basketball – Grades 4-8 Boys & Girls
22930-01 | May 3-24 | Su/11:00-11:45 am | $40 | REGISTER ONLINE
Mango Combat Sports
Boxing
Traditional boxing using protective gloves with very technical footwork, striking, and defense. Excellent source of conditioning. An online link will be emailed to you to access the class.
- 22940-01 | May 6-27 | W/10:00-10:45 am | $40 | REGISTER ONLINE
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Thai Boxing uses fists, elbows, knees, and shins for striking and is an excellent discipline for self-defense as well as conditioning. An online link will be emailed to you to access the class.
- 22940-02 | May 6-27 | W/10:00-10:45 am | $40 | REGISTER ONLINE
Jiu-Jitsu
(Brazilian) Jiu-Jitsu is a martial art/combat sport system focusing on grappling, especially ground fighting. An online link will be emailed to you to access the class.
- 22940-03 | May 6-27 | W/10:00-10:45 am | $40 | REGISTER ONLINE
Esports
Rocket League
Dundee Township Park District is offering an opportunity for players of all ages to participate in a FREE 3 v 3 esports Rocket League competition this spring in partnership with GGLeagues, a recreational esports league based in Chicago. Be a part of this fun online league competing against 11 other participating park districts. Rocket League is a video soccer game held in a virtual stadium featuring rocket-powered cars playing in a challenging, fast-paced soccer contest with elements of a demolition derby. Participants can play across all gaming platforms (Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and PC). Four weeks of play will conclude with playoffs in week four.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN THRU May 1 AT 3:00 PM and is FREE for this introductory session. Play starts at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 2, and will take place at the same time each Saturday through May 30.
- 22920-01 | Recreational Division | May 2-30 | Sa/2:00-3:00 pm | REGISTER ONLINE
- 22920-02 | Competitive Division | May 2-30 | Sa/2:00-3:00 pm | REGISTER ONLINE
Stay Active at Home – Let’s get moving and have fun doing so!
Adult Fitness
- DTPD Fitness – Pilates with Pam Elliott: Watch the Video
This fitness style pilates session will focus on strengthening your core muscles from the comfort of your own home brought to you by the Dundee Township Park District. - DTPD Fitness – Low Impact Workout with Pam Elliott: Watch the Video
Get your body moving with Pam! Scale with weights at home or simply use your body weight while she shows every option – even for those with mobility issues! - DTPD Fitness – Tabata Fit with Pam Elliott Watch the Video
Tabata is an intense interval workout:20 seconds on, 10 seconds rest followed by a lower and upper body resistant exercise to complete each set. Pam will keep you motivated to keep moving during this great virtual workout you can enjoy anytime! - Access 100+ Les Mills workouts for FREE: Watch the Videos
- Take the 30-day Abs of Steel Challenge: View the Challenge
Kids Fitness
- Cosmic Kids Yoga: Watch the Videos
- Intergalactic Yoga by Cosmic Kids Yoga: Watch the Video
- Wizard Yoga by Cosmic Kids Yoga: Watch the Video
- Superhero Kids Workout by GET KIDS MOVING: Watch the Video
Randall Oaks Zoo Animal Spotlights
Additional Resources
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