Programs - Summer

Ages 5 & Up

Niles Park District offers private piano lessons.  Children and adults with all levels of experience are welcome and no prior instruction in piano or music is required.  Lessons will focus on the fundamentals of technique, music theory, and good practice habits. In addition, students may need to purchase their own instruction books and music.  Refunds will not be granted for missed lessons. 

Location:  Howard Leisure Center
Time:  Lessons are 30 minutes
Lessons take place on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday.  Please call 847-967-6633 to register for lesson day and time.

Instructor, Vicky Ostwald:  Vicky Ostwald has a degree in piano and also studied piano pedagogy at the graduate level.  She has many years of playing and teaching experience.  Vicky enjoys working with all levels and all kinds of students, especially children and also adults.  If you have a special interest such as learning to play by ear, this can be incorporated into the lesson time.

Instructor, Tom Slater:  Tom Slater has been playing and studying the piano for over 30 years.  He studied music at Cleveland State University and has a background in classical, jazz and pop music.  He is currently a multi-instrumentalist in several local bands and he has been featured on the WGN Morning News, WXRT and NPR.  Tom's main goals are to help his students develop and maintain good practice habits, learn music theory and get the most enjoyment and fulfillment you can from playing music.

Instructor, Jeanne Hanline:  Jeanne Hanline has studied music and given private piano lessons for over 35 years focusing on teaching children and adults to read music and enjoy the accomplishment of sitting down to play this amazing instrument.  Teaching traditional methods of classical and popular music are the results she hopes to give to her students.  She has played various venues for private affairs and church functions.  Patience, practice and enjoyment are the main goals.

Fall Soccer League
Boys & Girls Grade Pre-K-8 (for the 2025-2026 school year)

The program is designed to provide a fun and safe environment, teach the game of soccer, promote social interaction, and teach team concepts.  Soccer develops individual skills and teamwork and is vigorous and continuous exercise for the young athlete.  Soccer jersey is included in fee.  Each participant must supply their own shin guards, with soccer spikes recommended but not required.  The league is for recreational soccer players.  We are always looking for volunteer coaches.  Older divisions may be co-ed depending on enrollment.  Rain dates are Sunday's.  Registration deadline is July 25.

Time & Location: To be determined once enrollment ends.

Co-Ed Tiny Tot Soccer (Pre K-4 years) @ IceLand

Co-Ed Tot Soccer (Kindergarten) @ IceLand

GIRLS Small Fry Soccer (Grade 1, 2, 3)

BOYS Small Fry Soccer (Grade 1, 2, 3)

GIRLS JV Soccer (Grade 4, 5, 6)

BOYS JV Soccer (Grade 4, 5, 6)

Co-Ed Varsity Soccer (Grade 7 & 8)

We will be showing movies on a 46-foot screen!  Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, snacks, and join us for a Movie in the Park!  FREE!

Friday, June 13
Friday, August 29

Location:  Grennan Heights, 8255 Oketo

Questions, please contact the Howard Leisure Center at 847-967-6633.

Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League

Ages 18 & Over
This league is for those looking to play recreational volleyball.  This will be a minimum 4 team league.  Teams will consist of 6 players on the court at once.  Teams must have at least 3 women on the court during play.  8 game guaranteed season with playoffs.  Registration deadline is May 23.  All teams must register with Ryan Webb, rwebb@niles-parks.org . 
Location:  LoVerde Sports & Rec Center

Senior Volleyball
Senior Volleyball is perfect for anyone looking to stay active in a low-key environment.  There is no registration needed as payment is only required when you come to play.  During high volume times, open volleyball may be cancelled due to other program needs.  Call 847-583-2723.

Location: Grennan Heights
Date:  Tuesday, September 2-January 27
Time:  7:00-9:00 pm
Fee:  $3 per visit

Players will sign up for the league based on their grades for the 2025-2026 season.  For the 1st/2nd Grade league, teams will be slotted into two divisions based on grades.  For the 3rd/4th, 5th/6th and 7th/8th Grade divisions, teams will be slotted into the Majors or Minors divisions as determined by the Athletic Department.  Each player will receive a jersey and hat which must be worn to all games.  Sign up as a team or individual.  Your schedule will consist of at least 8 games.  Registration deadline is July 11.

Individual Fee:  Resident $111, Non-Resident $139
Team Fee:  Resident $1330, Non-Resident $1670

7th & 8th Grade Boys

5th & 6th Grade Boys

3rd & 4th Grade Boys

1st & 2nd Grade Boys

Vince Thomas Basketball Training Summer Camp

Players will be instructed by Vince Thomas, a USA Basketball Licensed Coach, Former high school coach, former professional basketball player, Collegiate All American and Hall of Famer.  Max of 25 per age group.  T-shirt will be provided.  Instructor- Vince Thomas
Location:  Golf View Rec Center

Total Player Skill Development

With focus on whole player development, skills to be taught will include ball handling, shooting, attacking the basket, footwork/foot speed, screening and passing.  Players will learn and become familiar with necessary offensive and defensive skills and concepts to advance their overall game.  1.5 hours of Total Player Skill Development.  1 hour transferable Total Player Skill Development within live scrimmages/gameplay.

Better Shooting & Defensive Skill Development

Better Shooting and Defensive Skill Development is a clinic where players will focus on proper shooting mindset, mechanics, and techniques, while learning and developing defensive principals, concepts, and positioning.  Having the skillset to compete on both ends of the basketball court is both essential and imperative.  1.5 hours of Better Shooting & Defensive Skill Development.  1 hour transferable Better Shooting & Defensive Skill Development within live scrimmages/gameplay.

3x3 Basketball Camp

The 3x3 Basketball Camp will provide an opportunity for players to improve their shooting and scoring by focusing on individual skill development and implementing those skills in a 3 on 3 setting.  The camp emphasizes the critical elements to spacing, movement and decision making, while working on 3 on 3 defensive concepts.  These small-sided games are a great way to learn and help develop basketball IQ early as well as how to move with and without the ball.  1 hour of 3 on 3 Offensive/Defensive Skill Develoment.  1.5 hours of transferable 3 on 3 Offensive/Defensive Skill Development within live 3 on 3 scrimmages/gameplay.

 

5 on 5 Basketball Camp

This 5 on 5 Basketball Camp is designed to develop and improve the player's fundamental understanding of 5 on 5 basketball.  The format will be heavily focused on 5 on 5 play with players playing 15 minute controlled scrimmages, sitting for 15 minutes, and then playing again for 15 minutes.  Drills may be inserted between games as needed to teach in-game skills.  Will additionally focus on understanding and executing simple offensive strategies, including passing and cutting, ball movement, working together, unselfish play, setting good screens.  Fundamental 5 on 5 team defense, some principals, defensive skills and strategies.  Individual and team rebounding and basketball IQ.  Players will be organized by grade and/or skill level.

Intro to Mosaics- New
Ages 7-10
Learn how to create mosaic tile masterpieces from creating the design to laying out the glass tiles to applying the grout and finishing!

Location:  Howard Leisure Center

Intermediate Hand Sewing
Ages 7-10
Learn intermediate hand sewing techniques and learn how to do projects of your choosing such as pouches, accessories, and mending clothing.
Location:  Howard Leisure Center

Art Club Camp- New
Ages 7-10
Beginning with an intro to painting class, each day students will vote on art projects to do the following day.  This is a program to experiment, learn new skills, and give young artists the freedom to choose what YOU want to create!
Location:  Howard Leisure Center

Friday Night Lights- High School Girls League
Freshman-Sophomore-Junior Girls (Going into 2025-26 school year)
Gather a group of friends and register your team for the fastest growing girls sport in Illinois.  Games will play 7v7 indoors.  Registration is done by team only.  Outgoing class of 2025 seniors will not be allowed to play.  All players will receive a team jersey, and flags will be provided.  Practices will be scheduled at the coach's discretion outside on non game days.  Registration deadline is May 19.
Location:  LoVerde Sports & Rec Center

Summer Youth League
Boys Grade 1-6, Girls Grade 1-8 (Going into 2025-26 school year)
For those who enjoy the game of football, but may not want the tackling, flag football is a great alternative.  Play will consist of 7v7 indoors.  All players will receive a team jersey, and flags will be provided.  Practices will be scheduled at the coach's discretion outside on non-game days.  Max of 88 players per level.  Registration deadline is May 19.
Location:  LoVerde Sports & Rec Center

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