The Glen Ellyn 4th of July Parade kicks off at 12 noon, it takes about 45 min to get to the finish.
We line up on the East/Northeast side of Lake Ellyn on Lake Rd., basically on the shore opposite the boathouse. We are lining up in Section C, Unit # 29. The trailer will be there from about 10:30am on.
No Skating In Park Ridge Saturday July 4th
Park Ridge Park District sponsored Short Track Program.
Saturday Morning June 20th thru August 8th @ 7:00 - 8:20 a.m.
Mats and blocks will be on the ice.
The fee is $10/session on the day of the session(s) you attend.
Payable to the Park Ridge Park District Coach Mike will provide a workout for those of you who wish to partake.
Welcome
Beginners, inliners, hockey players, figure skaters, cross-trainers, cyclists and runners. The Glen Ellyn Speedskating Club (GESS) welcomes you to one of the oldest and most respected speedskating organizations in the nation. Providing fun, excitement, and fitness to skaters of all ages and abilities – novice to Olympian. Home to 4 Olympians, dozens of national champions and thousands who love to skate!
Coaching
Our coach’s works with all levels of skill; from those first learning speedskating to those more advanced. They work with our skaters to develop both their skills as a speedskater and the goals they have, be it a making the Olympic team or as a recreational skater!
So come out and see us or bettter yet...Join us on the ice !