Club Sports
Looking for a competitive team experience without joining an intercollegiate Vikings team? North Park’s club sports offer a fun and flexible way to compete with other schools while building community and school spirit.
Cheerleading Team
Our co-ed cheer team supports Viking athletes at home football and basketball games and competes in collegiate events each spring. All skill levels are welcome—no experience required!
Practice schedule: Mondays and Thursdays: 5:30–8:00 p.m., Sundays: 2:30–5:30 p.m.
Contact: Coach Charley Schaffner, cgschaffner@northpark.edu
Scholarships: Up to $1,000/year available for committed participants. Learn more.
Dance Team
Love to perform? The dance team energizes crowds at sporting events and competes in regional and national competitions.
1st place in Team Performance (April 2025, College Classic Nationals, Orlando)
1st place in Division III Poms & Jazz (March 2024, Concordia University Chicago)
6th place in Poms & 11th in Jazz (April 2024, College Classic Nationals, Orlando)
Season kickoff: Overnight choreography camp
Contact: Coaches Kim Maljak & Katelyn Paulus, kmaljak@northpark.edu kmpaulus@northpark.edu
Scholarships: Up to $1,000/year available
Ultimate Frisbee
Ultimate is big at North Park! Our men’s and women’s teams compete throughout the year and host an annual tournament. Keep an eye out for team flyers and announcements to join.
Allihopa (Women’s Team): Competitive and fun, traveling to tournaments across Illinois and beyond. Practices 3–4 times per week, plus regular social events.
Lost Boys (Men’s Team): A tight-knit, competitive group welcoming all skill levels. Formerly ranked among the top 15 in the country.
Contact
Helwig Recreation Center
3205 W. Carmen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 244-5700
Ericka Adams, Recreation & Wellness Director
ejadams@northpark.edu