Pleasant Dale Park District
Pleasant Dale Recreation Center

About The Recreation Center
The Pleasant Dale Recreation Center is home to many of the recreational programs, special events and services offered to the residents of the Pleasant Dale Park District. This state-of-the-art facility boasts a double court gymnasium, an activity room, a multi-purpose room, kitchen and office space.

Location
Pleasant Dale Recreation Center is located at:

7425 S. Wolf Rd.                                            
Burr Ridge, IL. 60527
(630) 662-6220

Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Recreation Programs/Services
The Pleasant Dale Park District offers hundreds of programs annually to meet the needs of it’s residents. Program information can be found in the three seasonal leisure guides mailed to residents, on the on-line brochure portion of this website or by calling (630) 662-6220

Some of our quality programs/services include:

Playstation
Pleasant Dale Park District’s Play Station Programs are early childhood learning programs for children 2 1/2 through 5 years old. Emphasis is placed on social, emotional, and creative development with our “learn through play” philosophy. The basics of learning, such as letters, numbers, shapes and colors are also introduced in a relaxed and stress-free manner.

Daily activities include playtime, story and circle time, art projects, singing, snack time, and gym games. Monthly newsletters keep parents and significant others abreast on weekly themes and classroom curriculum.

We have a ratio of one instructor for every 10 children. Staff maintains membership in the National Association of Young Children (NAEYC) and has first aid and CPR training.

More information can be found on the on-line leisure guide of this website or by calling (630) 662-6220.

Extra Innings

The Pleasant Dale Park District in cooperation with School District #107 offers before and after school recreational care for children in kindergarten through 8th grade. The program is held Monday through Fridays in the morning from 6:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., and in the afternoon from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A “School Day Out” program is also offered during many school holidays and institute days.

Children who attend Pleasant Dale Elementary School are bussed to school in the morning and bussed to the Park District’s Chalet (family, fun, fitness)  in the afternoon.

Extra Innings offers a blend of structured and unstructured recreational activities. Staff members supervise children in a variety of games, sports, and seasonal craft projects. Time is also set aside for quiet activities such as homework, reading, or other independent projects. A light snack is provided during the afternoon session.

Special enrollment forms must be completed prior to your child beginning this program. An easy to use punch card system allows your child to attend for as many or as few extended care days as your schedule requires!

More information can be found on the on-line leisure guide of this website or by calling (708) 246-4030.

Senior Programs
The Pleasant Dale Park District offers a comprehensive Senior program. Seniors can enjoy weekly activities, luncheons, trips, special events and the “Seniors on the Move” Walking Club. Additionally, there is a van service, which allows those who have no mode of transportation the ability to attend programs and events offered by the Pleasant Dale Park District. For more information about senior programs and services, contact Senior Coordinator, Chris Yesutis at (630) 662-6220.

A complete list of current program offerings can be found on the on-line leisure guide portion of this website, in our seasonal leisure guides or by calling (630) 662-6220.

Gateway Special Recreation Association
The Pleasant Dale Park District is a member of the Gateway Special Recreation Association. In addition to Pleasant Dale Park District, current members include the Willowbrook Recreation Department, Burr Ridge Park District, Oak Brook Park District, Elmhurst Park District, City of Countryside and the Village of Hinsdale. These agencies have pooled resources to contract with the Ray Graham Association to provide recreational services for children and adults with special needs.

For more information about Gateway SRA or inclusion services, contact Rosalyn Wendt, Director at (630) 662-6220.

Program Registration Information
Register for Pleasant Dale Park District recreational programs, special events and trips through the mail (7425 S. Wolf Rd. Burr Ridge, IL. 60527), drop-off (at the Recreation Center) or fax (630-662-9239). For your convenience registration forms can be downloaded from our on-line leisure guide portion of this website.

All registrations that are mailed in or faxed in to the Recreation Center must be received by or postmarked no later than the appropriate dates below. Open registrations received prior to those acceptance dates will be held and processed during open registration in the order in which they are received.

The Pleasant Dale Park District cannot guarantee it can accommodate those registration requests received after the published deadlines. Please check registration deadlines and register early to avoid disappointments. The Pleasant Dale Park District reserves the right to alter or change the program offered to serve the participants’ needs in the best manner possible.

Resident registration for winter/spring programs begin upon receipt of winter/spring leisure guide! Open / non resident registration begins December 19.

You will not be contacted to confirm your registration. Please make note of the programs for which you registered.

You will be contacted when a program is filled, your registration form is incomplete or class has been cancelled due to insufficient registration.

If you are placed on a waiting list every effort will be made to provide an acceptable alternative to your selection. You will be contacted regarding your options.

Customer Satisfaction Program
Pleasant Dale Park District introduces its CUSTOMER SATISFACTION program:

Refunds will be issued for any program canceled by the Pleasant Dale Park District.

All refund requests must be received by the Park District a minimum of seven (7) days prior to the start of a program or the published registration date, whichever comes first.

Refund requests for entire program fees if less than seven (7) days notice and/or after a program has begun only if a physician’s written excuse is presented.

If, within two (2) class meetings, a patron is not pleased with the level of instruction or the quality of the program in which he/she is registered, the Park District will refund the patron for the balance of the program’s original registration fee.

Note: No refunds will be issued for one-day programs and special events. A registrant in a bus trip may receive a refund if another registrant can fill his/her vacancy.

Open Gym
Monthly open gym schedules are available from the Pleasant Dale Recreation Center front desk or call (630) 662-6220 for the current list of days and times.

Pleasant Dale Park District Photo ID Cards
Designed especially for resident youth and their parents. $5 fee! To be used as proof of residency for open gym purposes. Parent or legal guardian must apply in person at the Recreation Center, 7425 S. Wolf Rd., for the ID card. A photo will be taken of the child at the time of registration. Call (630) 662-6220 for additional information.

Open Gym Fees
D
aily open gym admission is $3 for residents and $5 for non residents. Proof of residency is required.

Youth Athletic Leagues/Team Sponsorship
Opportunities are available for youth athletic league/team sponsorships.

Click here for details!

Facility Rentals
As a service to the communities it serves, the Pleasant Dale Park District has several rooms which may be reserved at the Recreation Center, pending the Park District’s program and event schedule. Reservations must be made a minimum of two weeks in advance according to the following seasonal schedule:

June - August
 
beginning March 31 

September - December
beginning July 31

January - May
 beginning October 31

Rental Fee: includes basic set-up of table and chairs. No alcoholic beverages permitted. Rentals are limited to regular business hours.

All rental requests must be made in person at the Pleasant Dale Recreation Center, 7425 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge and are subject to approval by the Superintendent of Recreation. A $50 deposit is required for a valid contract and a certificate of insurance may be requested. For more information call (630) 662-6220.

Rentals are also available at Chalet (family, fun, fitness).

Room Rental Fees
(All fees are based on an hourly rate)

Room                Non Profit Groups          

Resident               

 Non-Resident
Full Gymnasium

$50

$100

 $200

1/2 of Gymnasium  $25 $50  $100
Multi Purpose Room  $20 $40 $80
Activity Room $10 $20  $40

Rent Freddy The Frog!
Something different than the “Moonwalk” for preschoolers! Freddy is an air-filled frog which is jam-packed with floating balloons. For more “Freddy The Frog” information call (630) 662-6220!

Birthday Party Service
Fun is the theme for your child’s important day! Our Fun Providers lead organized games and take care of all the details to make for a memorable occasion. Party packages include two party leaders, a personalized cake with candles, ice cream, beverage, plus goodie bags with assorted candy. All parties are 1 1/2 hours in length and include time to open gifts.

Parties are held on Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations must be made in person at the Recreation Center, 7425 S. Wolf Rd., at least three weeks prior to requested date. A signed contract and $20 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your party date. No telephone reservations accepted. A list of offered games and activities is available from the registration desk.

All parties are $135 for resident bookings and $170 for non-resident bookings. Final payments are due at the time of party and must be made in cash or by credit card only.

PLEASE NOTE: For the safety of all partygoers and to maximize the fun, all parties have a minimum requirement of 10 and maximum of 20 children (don’t forget to count siblings!). No exceptions!

For more information contact the Park District at (630) 662-6220 or see the on-line leisure guide section for more complete details.
Snack Shack
Got the munchies! Our concession stand is stocked and ready to serve you and your friends during your Spring through Summer visits to Walker Park and the Recreation Center.

Items on the menu include: Hotdogs, Pizza, Popcorn, Nachos, Ice Cream, Beverages, Candy & Cookies.

The Snack Shack will once again be "on the road" this season with staff bringing soda and snacks to the outer limits of Walker Park, including East and West Fields in the new beverage cart.  We're making it even easier to munch our at the Park!

This is a season operation and hours will vary depending on programming schedules. For more information call (630) 662-6220.

The “Snack Shack” is a place where we can eat together.

 

Want More Information?
Check Out Our On-Line Program Guide For Complete Details!

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