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Courts Plus
★4.6(156 reviews)$Sports
🕑 2-4 hours👶 Best for all ages from infants to teens. Babies and toddlers (0-3) can enjoy childcare and parent-child swim classes, elementary-aged kids (5-12) love the pools and youth sports leagues, while teens appreciate the fitness center, basketball courts, and specialized programs. The variety ensures every family member stays engaged.🧡 Saved by 29 families
About
Courts Plus is Elmhurst's premier family fitness destination where parents can stay active while kids have a blast. This comprehensive recreation center features multiple pools including kid-friendly areas, youth sports courts, engaging children's programs, and convenient on-site childcare,making it easy for the whole family to embrace healthy living together under one roof.
Highlights
- ✓Multiple swimming pools with dedicated family swim times and shallow areas for little ones
- ✓Indoor sports courts for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball that families can reserve
- ✓Supervised Kids Club childcare allowing parents guilt-free workout time
- ✓Age-appropriate fitness classes and youth sports programs throughout the week
- ✓Modern, clean facilities with family-friendly locker rooms and changing areas
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive right when they open on weekday mornings for the quietest pool time,perfect for younger swimmers still building confidence
- 2.Take advantage of the drop-in childcare (Kids Club) while you work out, but call ahead to confirm availability during peak evening hours
- 3.Pack swim goggles and water shoes for kids,the pool areas can get slippery and goggles make water activities more enjoyable
- 4.Check their seasonal program guide online before visiting to sign up for family swim times, youth sports camps, or parent-child classes
- 5.Weekend afternoons (2-5 PM) tend to be busiest; mid-morning weekdays offer the most space and shortest wait times for courts and pools
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (9 AM-12 PM) are ideal for families with preschoolers, offering quieter pools and less crowded facilities. Weekend mornings (right at 6 AM opening on Saturday) work well for families wanting to maximize their visit before afternoon crowds arrive.
What to Know
Daily passes and family memberships are available at the front desk with various pricing tiers. Ample free parking is available on-site. While there's no café, vending machines offer snacks and the facility is close to numerous Elmhurst dining options. Locker rooms have family changing areas.
Seasonal Notes
Indoor facility open year-round with consistent programming. Summer features extended family swim hours and youth sports camps. Holiday schedules vary, so check their website before major holidays. Winter is popular for indoor activities when weather keeps families inside.
Nearby Eats
Walk to nearby York Tavern (0.3 miles) for classic American fare with a solid kids menu, or head to Eggsclusive Cafe (0.5 miles) for post-swim pancakes and breakfast favorites that kids devour.
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