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Youth Programs & Activities in Kankakee County

Discover local programs and activities for children and teens. Search and filter by town, age, or season to find programs offered by community organizations across Kankakee, Bourbonnais, Bradley, and surrounding areas.

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119 programs

  1. Ages 18–99 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Adult Learn to Skate

    Kankakee Valley Park District · Kankakee Valley Park District

    Whether you are stepping on the ice for the first time or advancing through the adult curriculum: build a foundation with the basics, then move on to jumps, spi...

  2. Ages 6–17 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Advanced Freeskate

    Kankakee Valley Park District · Kankakee Valley Park District

    For skaters who have passed Basic 5 and 6: begin the Learn to Skate USA Freeskate curriculum, refining technique and mastering jumps, spins, footwork, and perfo...

  3. Ages 5–16 Spring, Fall, Winter

    After School LEGO® Club

    Bricks and Minifigs · Bricks & Minifigs Bradley

    Join us for our After School Club! Free to attend - no direct instruction, but options to build with our bulk, will have build prompts/challenges posted, intera...

  4. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Aqua Board Flow

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    A flow class on aqua boards in the lap pool, building balance and core strength on the water. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness Center in Bourbonnais;...

  5. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Aqua Board Strength

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    A strength class on aqua boards in the lap pool, using the instability of the board to work the whole body. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness Center in...

  6. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Aqua Bootcamp

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    High intensity training in the pool to target every part of your body. Be prepared to sweat even in the water. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness Center...

  7. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Aqua Jog

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    Deep water jogging in the lap pool, a joint-friendly cardio workout. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness Center in Bourbonnais; days and times are on the...

  8. Ages 14–99 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Aqua Mix

    Kankakee Area YMCA · Kankakee Area YMCA

    The focus of this class is more fluid: instructors often incorporate dance, kickboxing, strength training, and many different forms of exercise. Class may be in...

  9. Ages 14–99 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Aqua Strength

    Kankakee Area YMCA · Kankakee Area YMCA

    Focus is on strengthening muscles in a low-impact environment. Class may be in shallow or deep water and exercises may be modified for different depths. Include...

  10. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Aqua Strength & Stretch

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    A low-impact water class that pairs strength work with stretching in the lap pool. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness Center in Bourbonnais; days and ti...

  11. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Barre Fusion

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    Experience a dynamic blend of ballet-inspired movements, Pilates, and strength training. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness Center in Bourbonnais; days...

  12. Ages 14–99 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Cardio Kickbox

    Kankakee Area YMCA · Kankakee Area YMCA

    A high-energy cardio kickboxing workout in the aerobics studio. A group fitness class at the Kankakee Area YMCA, included with membership. Members 14 and up may...

  13. Ages 50–99 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Chair Yoga

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    Yoga done seated and standing with a chair for support, for anyone who wants the benefits of yoga with less strain. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness C...

  14. Ages 4–18 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Chicagoland United Soccer Club

    Chicagoland United Soccer Club

    Soccer programs ranging from recreational to premier travel levels, with varying commitments for training, competition, and travel.

  15. Ages 14–99 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Conditioning

    Kankakee Area YMCA · Kankakee Area YMCA

    A strength and conditioning class in the aerobics studio. A group fitness class at the Kankakee Area YMCA, included with membership. Members 14 and up may join...

  16. Ages 5–12 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Creative Makers (5-12 years)

    Little Me Studio · Little Me Studio

    Creative Makers is more than an art class—it’s a screen-free space where kids build real-world skills through hands-on creativity, connection, and exploration....

  17. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Cycle 30

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    A 30-minute, high intensity cycle class that will get your heart going with sprint intervals and challenging climbs. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness...

  18. Ages 3–18 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Dance in the Light

    Dance in the Light · Dance In the Light

    A variety of dance and performance classes including musical theater, ballet, hip hop, jazz, tap, acrobatics, ballroom, and contemporary. Additional programs in...

  19. Ages 14–99 Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Deep Water Aerobics

    Kankakee Area YMCA · Kankakee Area YMCA

    A great low-impact workout in the deep water. Exercises may be modified for shallow water, but the instructor's main focus is deep water exercise. Included with...

  20. Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

    Deep Water Power

    Riverside Health and Fitness Center · Riverside Health and Fitness Center

    A deep-water power workout in the lap pool. A member class at Riverside Health Fitness Center in Bourbonnais; days and times are on the class schedule.