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Sports groups in the north suburbs

16 groups in Evanston, Glenview, Skokie, Wilmette, Deerfield, Lake Bluff and nearby. The most listed sports are running (5), pickleball (5) and walking (2). 3 are free, 15 welcome beginners and 9 play indoors. The busiest days are Tuesday and Monday.
Running5 Pickleball5 Walking2 Hockey2 Cycling1 Skating1 Curling1 Kayaking1 Swimming1 Basketball1

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16 groups

Chicago Curling Club Learn2Curl

Curling · Northbrook

Learn2Curl on select weekends during the Oct-Apr season (Nov 2026 sessions: Sun Nov 1 1:30-3:30 PM, Sat Nov 14 1:00-3:00 PM). Ages 18+, max 32 per class, sign up for one date only; classes may be rescheduled if registration is low. Bring a clean pair of gym shoes and wear loose clothing (ice house is about 40F). Questions: chicagol2c@gmail.com or 847-564-9877.

Beginner-friendly

Evanston Bicycle Club

Cycling · Evanston / Wilmette, Evanston

The official season runs April–October, but some members ride year-round when weather permits. Rides don't go in rain or snow, or with snow or ice on the road. Helmets are required and every rider signs in. Check each ride's start location on the club calendar.

Beginner-friendly

Prairie State Canoeists

Kayaking · Trips across northern Illinois; winter pool sessions at Vernon Hills High School, Vernon Hills

No fixed weekly slot; river trips are posted on the events calendar (recent trips in Oct 2026 on the Kishwaukee and Rock rivers). Pool sessions run on select Saturday evenings in fall and winter, 6-8 pm, with a lifeguard on duty. Annual Fall Dinner & Meeting: Sat Nov 7, 2026, 5:30 pm at Villa Olivia, 1401 W Lake St, Bartlett ($40, reserve by Nov 2; members can attend the election and speaker free). Members get priority enrollment over guests.

Beginner-friendly