Location
8125 W 171st St
Tinley Park, IL 60477
708-342-4200
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The Recreation Center will not open until 8:00 am on Tuesday, February 16, 2021, due to the extreme weather conditions. Thank you for your understanding.
Hours of Operation
Effective September 28, 2020
Mon-Fri: 5:30 a.m– 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 pm
2020 HOLIDAY HOURS
December 24: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
December 25: Closed
December 31: 7:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
January 1, 2021: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Click here for the latest Restore Illinois guidelines. These apply to all activities at the Bettenhausen Recreation Center and Tinley Fitness.
Basket Reservations for Feb. 8 – Feb. 21 start Friday, Jan. 29 at 8:00 am Sign up early for popular times as demand is growing and space is limited.
To Reserve A Basket:
- Must be a current Recreation or Tinley Fitness Member
- Members can reserve one 50 minute time block per day in advance.
- Reservations can be made online, over the phone, or in person.
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TPPD Covid Policies:
- Must be a member –NO DAILY DROP-IN.
- Masks are required to be over the nose and mouth at all times.
- Time slots are for 50 minutes. At ten till the top of the hour, you must start preparing to leave or reserve another time block with the front desk if baskets are available.
- Members must scan in and out of the Recreation Center.
- Basket reservation are for you and members of your household. You must stay on the assigned court.
- No playing with or hanging out with friends or other households.
- Must bring your own Basketball.
- Locker-room are not available. *Subject to change*
- Before 4pm M-F, members under 18 must have an adult from their household with them.
- After 4pm M-F must be 10 years or older without an adult.
- Failure to follow rules will result in removal of the center for the day and possible suspension of pass.
On November 17, Governor Pritzker announced a change to the Restore Illinois Mitigation plan: “With COVID-19 spread now exponential in every region of the state, statewide positivity rate at record highs and hospitalizations already surpassing the spring peak, all 11 regions will move into Tier 3 effective November 20, 2020 at 12:01am.” Below are the new mitigation protocols Tinley Park-Park District is instituting.
FACILITIES
Tinley Fitness:
- Starting Friday, November 20 all group fitness classes are canceled until further notice.
- Cardio & fitness floor maximum capacity is 47 people at one time.
- Locker area closed (bathrooms and access to pool remain open)
- Membership fees will not be adjusted.
- You may freeze your membership at any time. The fee to freeze will be waived.
- You may cancel your membership at any time.
- Masks are required at all times in the facility including while using the equipment.
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
- Basketball court usage continues to be by reservation and players from the same household only.
- Masks need to be worn at all times in the facility including
- On the walking track
- On the basketball court
- In common areas
The Vogt Visual Arts Center and Landmark Historical Society are closed at this time.
Please refrain from visiting if you are not comfortable with these requirements.
SELF-MONITORING
For the health and safety of yourself and others, before visiting one of our facilities please complete the self-assessment shown. If you have any of the symptoms listed below or answer yes to any of the questions, we ask that you do not enter our facilities.
- Fever/Chills
- Cough
- Sore Throat
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- New and/or sudden loss of taste or smell
- Gastrointestinal concerns
- In the last 10 days have you been in close contact with any person who tested positive for COVID-19?
- Does anyone in your home show any of the above symptoms?
RECREATION PROGRAMMING
All classes are canceled starting Friday November 20, 2020 including:
- All recreation programs
- All athletic leagues/classes
- All recreation group fitness classes
At this time, Tot Time Preschool will continue in person!
As the Park District has done since the onset of the pandemic, we continue to follow the guidelines of the IDPH and the DCOE to provide the community as many services as possible in the safest manner possible. We appreciate your continued support and cooperation as we navigate the frequent fluctuations in State of Illinois mandates, which affect our operations. Stay safe!
On November 17, Governor Pritzker announced a change to the Restore Illinois Mitigation plan: “With COVID-19 spread now exponential in every region of the state, statewide positivity rate at record highs and hospitalizations already surpassing the spring peak, all 11 regions will move into Tier 3 effective November 20, 2020 at 12:01am.” Below are the new mitigation protocols Tinley Park-Park District is instituting.
FACILITIES
Tinley Fitness:
- Starting Friday November 20 all group fitness classes are canceled until further notice. Classes scheduled for Wednesday 11/18 & Thursday 11/19 will proceed.
- Cardio & fitness floor maximum capacity is 47 people at one time. Reservations required**
- Locker area closed (bathrooms and access to pool remain open)
- Membership fees will not be adjusted.
- You may freeze your membership at any time. The fee to freeze will be waived.
- You may cancel your membership at any time.
- Masks are required at all times in the facility including while using the equipment.
Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center
- Track use is now by reservation only. **
- Basketball court usage continues to be by reservation and players from the same household only.
- Masks need to be worn at all times in the facility including
- On the walking track
- On the basketball court
- In common areas
**Our IT team is finalizing the procedures for track and fitness center reservations. As soon as it is complete, instructions will be sent to all members.
The Vogt Visual Arts Center and Landmark Historical Society are closed at this time.
Please refrain from visiting if you are not comfortable with these requirements.
SELF-MONITORING
For the health and safety of yourself and others, before visiting one of our facilities please complete the self-assessment shown. If you have any of the symptoms listed below or answer yes to any of the questions, we ask that you do not enter our facilities.
- Fever/Chills
- Cough
- Sore Throat
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- New and/or sudden loss of taste or smell
- Gastrointestinal concerns
- In the last 10 days have you been in close contact with any person who tested positive for COVID-19?
- Does anyone in your home show any of the above symptoms?
RECREATION PROGRAMMING
All classes are canceled starting Friday, November 20, 2020, including:
- All recreation programs
- All athletic leagues/classes
- All recreation group fitness classes
At this time, Tot Time Preschool will continue in person!
As the Park District has done since the onset of the pandemic, we continue to follow the guidelines of the IDPH and the DCOE to provide the community as many services as possible in the safest manner possible. We appreciate your continued support and cooperation as we navigate the frequent fluctuations in State of Illinois mandates, which affect our operations. Stay safe!
September 9, 2020 Modified gym use available! Please click here for Rules. Register to use a basket here!
As of August 31, 2020 all Recreation Center memberships have been reactivated with an additional 6 months added to the original expiration date. The walking track is open to Rec Center members and Tinley Fitness COVID-19 Summer Pass members. No daily drop-ins are allowed at this time. Basketball courts opening soon! Click here for Rules and Restrictions
The District is always committed to providing facilities and programs in the safest possible environment possible. This requires social distancing, wearing face masks and to remain at home if you are not feeling well. Thank you for your cooperation in following these rules when using Tinley Park-Park District facilities and parks.
The Park District continues to follow the recommendations and requirements of the Illinois and Cook County Departments of Health, Centers for Disease Control and other agencies. The fluidity of the situation creates frequent updates and changes. We will continue to provide these through our website, social media and emails. Stay Healthy! Stay Positive! Stay Optimistic! Click here for the more Tinley Park-Park District COVID-19 updates.
Membership
Residents of Tinley Park-Park District can purchase an annual pass to the Bettenhausen Recreation Center which includes unlimited use of the indoor walking track and basketball courts. Memberships are effective for one year from the date of purchase.
Annual Pass Rates effective January 1, 2020
PLEASE NOTE: Village/Corporate rates refer to those who live within the boundaries of the Village of Tinley Park but outside the boundaries of the Tinley Park-Park District. Proof of residency and/or employment (current check stub) is required.
Indoor Playground – CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Our indoor playground is open to Tinley Park
Residents at the following times:
Mon-Fri: 1:00 pm – 3:45 pm
Saturday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am-12:00 pm / 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Indoor Playground Rules
- Present a valid Drivers License/State Id with a Tinley Park address to sign in at the front desk before entering
- NO food, drinks, gum or strollers are allowed in the playground room. Strollers may be left in the hall.
- For the well being of others, please refrain from having your ill child play on the equipment
- All open cuts or scrapes must be covered with a bandage
- Please monitor your child when using the restroom
- Parents must supervised their child(ren) at all times and follow additional posted rules
Daily Drop In Rates – NOT AVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Residents: $5
Village/Corporate: $15
Non-residents: $15 with resident/member
Resident children age 2 and younger: Free
Daily Drop-In
To receive the $5 resident rate to enter the facility, an adult must show either a valid Driver’s License or State ID. Children age 15 and under must show a Tinley Park-Park District Resident ID Card or a picture ID with your name and a school report card or school mail with your name and address (ex. School ID and report card with address; Safe Kids ID and report card with address; etc.). Non-residents and those without proper identification will be charged a $15 entrance fee and must be accompanied by a resident to enter the facility. One paying guest is allowed per resident/member.
Schedules are subject to change at any time based on programming and attendance. Must follow all admission policies and open gym rules to attend.
Admission Policies
Fees for admission into the Recreation Center are based on residency. There are two options for admission:
- Drop in fee paid per visit
- Annual Pass (this admission covers use of the basketball court during open gym times, the indoor track, the use of the locker room facilities, children’s play area and the teen activity and game room during scheduled time frames.*)
*Youth under the age of 10 must remain in the supervision of a parent or adult guardian at all times. Children’s play area ages 2 – 9.
Note: Non-residents of Tinley Park can be admitted with a resident annual pass holder only. Each annual pass holder is allowed one non-resident guest per visit. All non-resident guests must pay the non-resident drop in fee.
Residency Requirements
Proof of residency is required by showing a valid Drivers License or State ID and one item listed below:
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Residents under age 16 can receive a FREE Resident ID Card which can be used to receive the resident drop-in rate at the Rec Center. Please stop by the Rec Center front desk for more information on the Resident ID Card.
Rental Facilities
The Park District offers many rooms to host your next gathering. Rooms are available to accommodate your special birthday, anniversary, graduation, or retirement party, family reunions, bridal and baby showers or corporate events. Rental requests should be made a minimum of 30 days in advance and can be booked a maximum of 4 months prior to your event. Full service kitchen facilities are available with several of the room rentals. Rates begin as low as $50 per hour and will vary depending upon your room selection. Stop at the front desk of the Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center for room details and pricing. Click HERE for additional information.
8125 W 171st St
Tinley Park, IL 60477