With maple wood flooring and a soaring wood-paneled wall, the 10,197 square foot gymnasium will be host to a variety of youth and adult programs and events including basketball, volleyball, pickleball and rental opportunities.
The gymnasium can accommodate and is lined for:
- 1 high school basketball court or 2 smaller courts
- 2 full-size volleyball courts
- 4 Pickleball courts
Open Gym Information
Open gym is available for pickleball, volleyball, basketball and other sports. The open gym schedule will be updated monthly and will be available for ages 8 and up. Specific rules and ages for each open gym program will apply.
All advertised open gym programs at TPAC and other Northbrook Park District facilities are included in the membership fee. Non-members have access to open gym at Techny Prairie Activity Center and other District locations at resident and non-resident rates via a swipe pass.
Purchase a Swipe Pass Online
Walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Any minors under the age of 18 are required to complete a participation waiver. Open gym schedule and availability is subject to change.
Open Gym (All ages)
Participants can drop in and choose an activity to play. Limited to 16 participants. (8 Half)
Open Pickleball (Ages 14 & older)
Four pickleball courts are available for singles/doubles play. There is maximum of 32 people allowed in the gym at one time. If there are any participants waiting to play, there needs to be a rotation after the completion of each game. If there is a team waiting to play, the losing team will sit allowing the waiting team to play next. Some time slots are reserved for 60+ only.
Youth Basketball (Ages 8-18) / Open Basketball (All Ages)
Join us for Open Basketball, where you can enjoy a relaxed gym setting perfect for casual shootarounds and the opportunity for pickup games, depending on participant interest. The gym may be divided into two half courts based on attendance. Whether you’re practicing your skills or joining others for a friendly game, Open Basketball is a great way to stay active and have fun.
Open Volleyball (All Ages)
Join us for Open Volleyball, a great opportunity to practice your skills, meet other players, and enjoy some friendly competition. Games are organized based on participant interest, and the court setup may be adjusted depending on attendance. Whether you’re looking for a casual rally or a competitive pickup game, Open Volleyball is the perfect way to stay active and have fun.
Half Open Gym
Only half the gym will be available. There will be a limited number of spaces for participants. Maximum of 16 people per half of the gym.
Schedules
- Open gym schedules are subject to change monthly based on availability. Check nbfitness.org/gymnasium-open-gym/ for updated schedules.
- Gym may be closed at any time due to inclement weather or low attendance. In general, the open gym will be cancelled one hour after the start time should there be no one in attendance.
Daily Open Gym Fees
(ages 8+)
- Resident $7
- Non-Resident $9
General Rules
- Children ages 8 and under must be supervised by a parent or legal guardian.
- No food, beverage or gum is permitted in the gym. Bottle water may be brought into the gym but must have a cap.
- Appropriate athletic wear and footwear are required at all times.
- Smoking, use of tobacco or spitting is strictly prohibited.
- No hanging on the rim or abuse of gym equipment.
- Do not bounce balls off gym walls or doors.
- Profanity, offensive language, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Such behavior will result in immediate removal and suspension of privileges.
- The Park District is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
- The Park District reserves the right to limit the number of participants or member admitted to open gym.
Rent the Gymnasium
The gymnasium is accepting rental applications. A $75 security deposit is required with the application. A $15 fee will be added to set up the volleyball nets.
| 1-Hour Full Gym | |
|---|---|
| Residents | $105 |
| Non-Residents | $125 |
Private Pickleball Court Rental Information
To guarantee the availability of an indoor court, we recommend you rent a court. The fee is $35/hour per court for residents and $45/hour per court for non-residents. There is a $10 discount to TPAC members.
Times to rent a court are exclusively from 5:30am to 4pm Monday through Friday and dependent on the schedule for other programming in the gym. For more options about availability, call customer service at 847-897-6180.
Court Rentals
To secure a court rental you must reserve one of 4 courts by clicking the court buttons or call customer service at 847-897-6180.
