Vaughan Athletic Center Field House

Vaughan Fitness Center

The Vaughan Athletic Center Field House has a total of 41,000 square feet. Its four basketball courts are surrounded by a 1/8-mile track. The Field House is available to rent for special events, or courts can be rented on an hourly basis when space is available. There are times set aside for open gym for youth, adult and members only to shoot hoops. The Field House also is equipped with three batting cages. Manual feed pitching machines can be rented or a temporary mound can be used to work on pitching skills. The track may also be rented on an hourly basis for clubs or schools that want to practice or host meets if time is available. Anyone may walk the track for a small daily fee or a senior track pass may be purchased.

Important Open Gym Information

Players must obtain a Park District ID card to participate in open gym programs. Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present to obtain an ID card for the first time. All participating households must complete a family profile in order to obtain a Park District ID card. All participants must present a valid driver's license, state ID card or utility bill to verify residency. The first ID card is free. If it's lost or stolen, replacement cards can be obtained for a $5 fee.

Open Basketball

Teen Open Basketball (ages 13 to 17): 3 to 6 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays ($3 for residents; $4 for non-residents)
Adult Open Basketball (ages 18 and up): Noon to 2 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays ($4 for residents; $5 for non-residents)
Adult Open Basketball (ages 18 and up): 6:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays ($4 for residents; $5 for non-residents)
Youth Open Basketball (ages 12 and under accompanied by a parent or guardian): 2 to 4 p.m. Saturdays ($3 for youth residents; $4 for youth non-residents and adults)

Times are open to the public and are subject to change to accommodate leagues or programs. Other open gym times are set aside for pass holders only. For updated schedules, call the Vaughan Athletic Center at 630-907-9600.

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Batting Cages

The Vaughan Athletic Center is equipped with three batting cages that may be rented by the hour ($20 for residents / $25 for non-residents). Each cage has a manual pitching machine where users can feed balls at their own pace. All have adjustable speeds for different ages and levels from youth to adult. All the machines can be used for either baseball or softball. There also are two temporary mounds that can be used inside of the cages for those who need to brush up on their pitching skills. The center will provide the balls, but players should bring their own bats and helmets. Call 630-907-9600 for information.

Field House Track / Senior Track Pass

Walkers may pay a daily fee of a $1 for seniors and $2 for residents or senior citizens may purchase a Track Pass for $10 that is good for 30 days to walk, jog or run around the Field House’s 1/8-mile track. Please bring a change of shoes before walking. Hours are 5 to 9 a.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday; 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. The Track also may be rented out by the hour for clubs or organizations wanting to hold a practice or meet. Days and times for meets are subject to availability.

Open Gym Waiver Procedures

Players must obtain a Park District ID card to participate in open gym programs. A Park District ID is obtained by completing a Liability Waiver.
Children under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian present to sign the waiver and obtain an ID card for the first time.
All participating households must complete a family profile in order to obtain a Park District ID card.
All participants must present a valid Driver’s License, state ID card, tax bill or voters card to verify residency.
The first ID card is free. If lost or stolen, replacement cards can be obtained for a $5 fee.
Current card holders must check in at the Guest Services desk for waiver verification and an ID card update sticker.

Field House Court Rentals

Teams that are looking for some extra practice time or any group wanting to shoot hoops can rent courts by the hour. Courts also are available for volleyball rentals. Call 630-907-9600 for information.

Field House and Open Gym Rules

All personal belongings must be placed in a locker.
Remove all hats or headgear before entering the Field House.
Swearing in the facility is unacceptable and is grounds for removal.
No food or colored drinks are allowed in the Field House.
All participants must have a park district I.D. to participate. The first ID is free of charge; replacement cards are $5.00 each.
All open gym participants must abide by the Fox Valley Park District Behavior Management Policies and Procedures and the open gym rules.
All non-member participants must have a signed waiver on file. If a participant is under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must come into the facility to sign a liability waiver and show proof of residency.
All games will be timed and monitored by the Field House Attendants. (New)
Maximum of 30 participants per full court allowed on a first come, first serve basis. (New)
Some games may be played half court as directed by the Field House Attendant. (New)
All participants ages 12 and under must have a parent or guardian over the age of 18 with them in the Field House at all times. All parents or guardians must also pay the open gym fee if participating. (New)
Spectators only allowed for open gym if supervising a child 12 years of age and under and not participating. (New)