Youth Programming
Youth Programming
The Community House was founded by members of the community who recognized the importance and impact a comprehensive, high quality, community recreation plan has on improving the quality of life of residents. We continue to offer a wide array of programming for all ages and interests, regardless of participant’s address.
We feature all the best in programming you expect for your kids; sports camps and leagues, day camps, after school programming, theatrical opportunities, and educational and social opportunities. We also offer unique and innovative programming to help kids grow and learn like fencing, sign language, dance/yoga classes, song writing, improv and so much more. If you don’t see something your looking for, Email Us!
Explore our Program Guide, use the search filers below or visit our online registration site to get started today!
Summer Day Camp – Ages: 6 – 14 years (1st – 8th grade)
Get ready for an exciting summer! Summer Day Camp offers a variety of creative learning experiences including sports, drama, and environmental awareness to name a few! Summer Day Camp is broken up into weekly themes; the field trip, activities, and projects for that week relate to that theme. Weekly field trips, swimming at the Hinsdale Pool twice a week, and clubs are all apart of the program. Summer Day Camp runs from 9:00am – 3:00pm, however, extended hours are available by registering for the Sunrise Care (7 – 9am) and Sunset Care (3 – 6pm). Join us for our most popular Summer camp, we can’t wait to see you this summer!
Summer Day Camp FAQ and Field Trip Information
Guppies Kiddie Camp – Age: Preschool (3 – 6 years)
Kiddie Camp will offer your child an exciting first camp experience. Each week, campers will experience fun creative activities including: sports, drama, music, crafts, natures, and games all centered around a weekly theme. Kiddie Camp will go with Summer Day Camp to the Hinsdale Pool on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and special interest days are every Thursday (Fire Department, Police Department, Hinsdale Public Library, Special Guests). All children who attend the Guppies Kiddie Camp must be potty trained and bring their own lunch and snack with them every day.
Guppies Kiddie Camp FAQ and Theme Information
Flag Football League
Starting in August, your football fan can get the football experience without the contact. Flag Football is a sport where the emphasis is on speed, agility, teamwork, and precision. It is the perfect forum for players who love playing football, are just starting out, or don’t want to get into pads just yet. The Community House Flag Football provides jerseys and flag sets to all players.
Earliest practice begins August 26 with two practices per week before games begin, then one practice per week. Practice days, times, and locations are chosen by volunteer coaches.
Games begin September 11 and 12. Games may go into early November with weather cancellations. 1st/2nd and 3rd/4th grade teams will play on Saturdays, and 5th/6th and 7th/8th grade teams play on Sundays. Games start every hour on the hour, schedule will be released by the end of the day on August 26th.
Hinsdale Herd Lacrosse
East Ave Boys Lacrosse (“Beast Ave”) is a community club lacrosse program dedicated to growing the game in Illinois. East Ave is run by dozens of the best high school and college coaches in the state, and is focused on training the next generation of Red Devils, Friars, Blazers, and many more through camps, clinics, in-school gym class takeovers, house leagues, and elite travel teams. This summer camp is open to players of all experience levels, with grades being based on the 2022-2023 school year.
Boys 4 – 10 years old (Pre K – 4th grade) M – Th 6/27 – 6/30 10:00am – 11:00am
Boys 10 – 14 years old (5th – 8th) M – Th 6/27 – 6/39 10:00am – 11:30am
Girls 4 – 10 years old (PreK – 4th grade) M – Th 6/27 – 6/30 9:00am – 10:00am
Girls 10 – 14 years old (5th – 8th) M – Th 6/27 – 6/30 9:00am – 10:30am
Chicago Elite Volleyball Camp
Chicago Elite Youth Academy is a child development program created to both introduce children to the game of volleyball, as well as continue to improve their individual skill development in the sport. Players will be divided according to both skill level and age and challenged accordingly.
Tuesday – Thursday 7/5 – 7/7 5:00 – 6:30pm
6 – 11 years old (1st – 5th grade)
Tuesdays 6/7 – 6/28 5:00 – 6:00pm
Tuesdays 7/12 – 8/2 5:00 – 6:00pm
Tuesdays 8/9 – 8/30 5:00 – 6:00pm
11 – 14 years old (6th – 8th grade)
Tuesdays 6/7 – 6/28 6:00 – 7:00pm
Tuesdays 7/12 – 8/2 6:00 – 7:00pm
Tuesdays 8/9 – 8/30 6:00 – 7:00pm
Youth Enrichment
We are pleased to offer a wide variety of youth enrichment classes for all levels and interests. From Minecraft, Robotics, and Magic, you’re sure to find something that you’ll enjoy. Below are a list of all the available classes!
Wilderness Medicine – M-F 7/18 – 7/27 1:00 – 4:00pm
Little Veterinarian Dog Camp- M-F 6/13 – 6/17, 8/15 – 8/19 1:00 – 4:00pm
American Red Cross Babysitting Certification – Saturday 5/21, 6/24, 8/6 9:00am – 4:00pm
Spanish Class – M-F 6/13 – 6/17, 7/11 – 7/15, 8/8 – 8/12 9:00am – 12:00pm
Culinary Science – M-F 6/20 – 6/24 1:00 – 4:00pm, M-F 7/18 – 7/22 9:00am – 12:00pm
Star Wars Science – M-F 7/11 – 7/15 1:00-4:00pm
Baking – M-F 6/27 – 7/1 1:00 – 4:00pm, M-F 8/15 – 8/19 9:00am – 12:00pm
Lego Engineering – M-F 6/20 – 6/24 9:00am – 12:00pm, M-F 8/15 – 8/19 1:00-4:00pm
Chess Camp – M-F 6/6 – 6/10 1:00 – 4:00pm, M-F 7/25 – 7/29 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Youth Athletics
Early Taekwondo – Wednesdays 6/22 – 8/24 5:00 – 5:50pm (Held at KLM Lodge)
Youth Taekwondo – Wednesdays 6/22 – 8/24 6:10 – 7:00pm (Held at KLM Lodge
Parent/Child Taekwondo – Wednesdays 6/22 – 8/24 7:20 – 8:15pm (Held at KLM Lodge)
Beginner/Advanced Tennis Lessons – M/W 6/13 – 6/29 11:00am-12:00pm
– Tu/Th 6/14 – 6/30 11:00am – 12:00pm
– M/W 7/11 – 7/27 11:00am – 12:00pm
– Tu/Th 7/12 – 7/28 11:00am – 12:00pm
Family Archery – Sa 6/11 – 8/16 11:00 – 11:45am
Outdoor Recreational Basketball – W 6/15 – 8/3 6:45 – 7:45pm
Youth Track, Field, and Fitness – Tu 6/14 – 8/2 4:45 – 5:45pm
Baseball/Softball Camp – M-F 8/1 – 8/5 9:00am – 12:00pm (Held at Veeck Park)
Cheerleading Camp – M-F 6/20 – 6/24 9:00am – 12:00pm
Beginning Golf Camp – M-F 7/11 – 7/15 12:30 – 2:30pm (Held at KLM park)
5-Star Soccer Camp – M-F 6/13 – 6/17, 8/1 – 8/5 1:00pm – 4:00pm
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Members of The Community House enjoy discounted prices, advance registration, complimentary events, free use of open gym and walking track and more! The more you register, the more you save!
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