Open Gym Schedule
We’re so glad to hear you’re interested in playing some sports. Our open gym season runs from October through April, so it’s currently on pause for the summer. In the meantime, we hope you’ll enjoy the warm weather and take advantage of our outdoor parks to keep playing the sports you love. You can visit our website for more information and updates—we hope to see you soon!
Open Gym Cost
Volleyball, Pickleball, and Basketball open gyms are $5 per person at the door. Gymnastics open gyms are $10 per person at the door.
*We have limited basketballs available so participants are encouraged to bring their own ball if they wish.
*Participants must provide their own pickleball paddles and balls
Open Gym Rules & Regulations
- Anyone under the age of ten (10) years must have a parent or guardian with them.
- No one under the age of five (5) is allowed in Open Gym when there are over 15 participants of 16 years or older in the gym – for safety precaution. Courts may be divided if there are multiple age groups if needed. In addition, the staff member may change full court to half court if needed.
- No spectators allowed in the gym.
- Oak Forest Park District Staff must be treated with respect.
- No food or drinks allowed in the gym (besides water).
- Must carry shoes in – No street shoes allowed.
- Must have enclosed shoes (for gymnasts, no socks).
- The Oak Forest Park District is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- Disruptive or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated. This may result in the loss of Open Gym privileges without a refund. Parent, guardian or police may be contacted depending on situation. The rules and regulations may be modified by staff member in certain situations.
- Proper language is strictly enforced.
- Oak Forest Fitness Center members will gain access to Open Gym for free as long as the membership is current and active. Participant will see the Fitness Center’s Front Desk Associate to verify active membership, and must present membership card to Gym Attendant.
- Open Gym will be advertised monthly, but it may be subject to change without notice.
- For the safety of all patrons, the Oak Forest Park District reserves the right to limit the number of participants during Open Gym and strictly enforces all rules and regulations.