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Pickleball (Ages 18+)
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Our Pickleball classes are designed to teach players the essential fundamentals of the game. In our beginner class, participants will learn the official rules, court layout, proper grips, and key strokes such as dinking, volleying, and serving. Basic strategies for both singles and doubles play are introduced to help players build confidence and improve overall gameplay. Participants can take their pickleball game to the next level with our Experienced Pickleball class. Designed for players who already understand the basics, this class focuses on refining core skills while introducing more advanced concepts to elevate your overall performance. Every session emphasizes good sportsmanship, cooperation, and teamwork, creating a positive and engaging environment for all skill levels. Instructed by Hot Shot Sports
FIT4MOM (Ages 18+)
FIT4MOM is the nation’s leading prenatal and postnatal fitness program, providing fitness classes and a network of moms to support every stage of motherhood. From pregnancy, through postpartum and beyond, FIT4MOM fitness and wellness programs help make moms strong in body, mind, and spirit. Your first class is FREE! Check out class offerings and schedule below. Visit the website greaternwchi.fit4mom.com/programs for complete class descriptions, requirements, and fees.
Location
Hawthorn Woods Aquatic Center
Community Room
(94 Midlothian Road)
Register
Register directly with FIT4MOM
greaternwchi.fit4mom.com
Hawthorn Woods Class Schedule:
The following classes are offered October 1, 2025 - April 30, 2026
Please check with Fit4Mom for schedule details to ensure a class is being held on a specific date.
Saturdays, 7:15 a.m. - 8:15 a.m.
Body Well
Mondays, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Strides 360
Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Strides 360/Stroller Barre
Galentine’s Wine Glass Painting Workshop (Ages 21+)
Friday, February 6
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Gather your friends for a creative night out and hand-paint your own custom wine glasses! Choose between stemless or stemmed glasses and let your imagination run wild. No experience necessary — our friendly instructor will guide you through this creative process. All glasses and paints are included. Unleash your inner artist and take home a personalized pair of wine glasses to enjoy for years to come! Instructed by Jenna Downing of Adrift & Found.
Self Defense Workshop (Ages 18+)
Monday, May 18
7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Learn to defend yourself with confidence in these interactive workshops which provide practical, effective, and simple self defense techniques to defend yourself against an attack. These workshops are instructed by Kera, owner of Lake Zurich Family Martial Arts. (Min/Max: 4/20)