Youth Activities

Youth Activities

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Community Talent Show Auditions

updated: Monday, March 05, 2012

All ages
Have a special talent you what to show the St. Louis Park community? Come audition for the Community Talent Show coordinated by The Park Theater Company. Finalist will then show their talent at the Community Talent Show. Questions and inquiries should be directed to The Park Theater Company at (952) 928-6422.

Auditions: Tuesday, June 26, 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Wolfe Park Pavilion, 3700 Monterey Dr.

Community Talent Show: Wednesday, Aug. 1
Wolfe Park Amphitheater, 3700 Monterey Dr.

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Dancing with the Dinos Theater Class

updated: Thursday, March 15, 2012

Ages 4 - 6
Discover music and motion through the use of dino tunes and stories. Dance, sing an act like your favorite Dinos! Participants will also make their very own Dino puppet to take home!

Thursdays, June 21 - July 19, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
(no class July 5)
Birchwood Park Shelter, 2700 Zarthan Ave. S.
$50 per child.............................................Activity # 6360
Registration deadline: June 14

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Flag Football

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

Grades 1 - 2
This program teaches kids football skills through various drills and play very low-key games. This six week program is
offered cooperatively by the New Hope, Crystal, Plymouth and St. Louis Park parks and recreation departments. No special
equipment needed. All participants will receive a T-shirt.

Sundays, Sept. 9 - Oct. 14 (rain make-up Oct. 21)
4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m......................................Activity # 6426
5:30 p.m. - 6:45 p.m................................ Activity # 6427
$59 per person (resident*) / $66 (non-resident)

Grades 3 - 4
This is an instructional league. This program teaches kids football skills through various drills and play very
low-key games. Teams will practice once a week and have scheduled games once a week. Teams will practice
at their home sites and play games at multiple sites. All participants will receive a t-shirt.

Thursdays & Sundays, Aug. 23 – Oct. 7
(rain make-up Oct. 11 & 14)....................Activity # 6428
Practices: Thursdays, 6 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Games: Sundays, times vary between 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Robbinsdale Middle School, 3730 Toledo Ave. N.
$68 per person (resident*) / $75 (non-resident)

*Resident rate applies to participants living in New Hope,
Crystal, Plymouth, Robbinsdale or St. Louis Park

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Kicks Soccer League

Ages 7 to 8 (by Oct. 31)
This league teaches boys and girls basic soccer skills, player positioning, teamwork, and rule interpretation while having fun. Teams have one full practice at the first scheduled meeting and then a 10-minute warm-up/practice before each weekly game. Seasonal youth staff or parents will coach and officiate all games.

Summer League, Ages 7 – 8 (by Aug. 31)
Tuesdays, June 5 – July 31, games vary
between 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
(no games July 3)..........................................Activity # 6283
$40 per child (resident) / $45 (non-resident)
Registration deadline: May 21

Fall League, Ages 7 – 8 (by Oct. 31)
Saturdays, Sept. 8 – Oct. 20, 1 p.m..........Activity # 6284
Fern Hill Park, 4421 28th St. W.
$35 per child (resident) / $40 (non-resident)
Registration deadline: Aug. 20

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Kids Team Tennis

Come learn the game of tennis from USPTA certified and experienced staff. Using the USTA’s QuickStart format of size appropriate and racquets, it will be easy and fun to learn. Ages 5-6 enjoy learning the basics through fun games in order to advance to match play and ages 7-10 learn basics along with an emphasis on teamwork and sportsmanship....

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Kids Yoga

updated: Thursday, May 24, 2012

Yoga is for EVERYBODY!  Boys and girls will have fun exploring yoga poses and playing group games.  Each class will start and end with a stillness or calming activity.  Through yoga, children will learn how to tune into their bodies, enhance imagination and move their bodies in a non-competitive environment.  Studies have shown...

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Little Kicks Soccer League

Our league introduces boys and girls to soccer by teaching basic skills, positioning, teamwork and rules while having fun. Seasonal youth staff or parents coach and officiate games and practices. Teams have one full practice at the first scheduled meeting then meet once a week for a 20-minute practice followed by a 30-minute game. All participants...

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Little Shooters Basketball Camps

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

“Hoop It Up” and join this challenging basketball clinic. Little Shooters is for all boys and girls who are interested in learning the game of basketball in a fun and challenging environment. Players will learn the basic skills, fundamentals and techniques of the game (more advanced skills for the more experienced player) and will be separated...

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Little Tigers Self Defense

updated: Tuesday, April 03, 2012

Master Tom Malone will help your child learn basic self defense and martial arts skills while developing coordination and flexibility. Basic kicks, punches and strikes are taught through a variety of exercises and fun games. This program promotes focus, discipline and respect - great personal tools to carry into the future. Resident rate applies to...

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Mini-U.S. Open

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

Tee-off on the Oak Hill Park mini nine-hole golf course. Participants will use a special plastic golf set and sponge golf balls (which will be supplied) while their parent or guardian caddies. Schedule tee times starting at 11:30 a.m. by calling (952) 924-2540. Please check in at the park building 10 minutes prior to your tee time.

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Pounce, Slither and Wiggle Theater Class

updated: Thursday, March 15, 2012

Ages 6 - 8
What does it take to be a good hunter or escape a hungry animal? Why do some animals slither and others run? Learn how animals slither, pounce, glide and wiggle. Using stories, outdoor activities and theater games, you will get a chance to learn about your favorite animal and what it takes to move up in the animal world.

Tuesdays, June 19 – July 17, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
(no class July 3)
Westwood Hills Nature Center, 8300 W. Franklin Ave.
$50 per child.............................................Activity # 6359
Registration deadline: June 12

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Sandlot T-Ball & Baseball

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

This is an all-game format where kids play and adults organize the games each week. There are three levels: T-ball (5-6 year olds), pitch by coach (7-8 year olds) and kid pitch (9-10 year olds), and each level is limited to 48 registrants. There are no team T-shirts, no schedules, no standings, no permanent coaches, no make-up games and no traveling...

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Summer Adventure Camp

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

All-day activity-based program for kids. Participants will go to the Aquatic Park, Westwood Hills Nature Center, the library, enjoy pizza with bowling, visit the splash pad, hike, do craft activities, enjoy summer athletics, participate in backyard game activities and have lunch at a drive-in. Activities will be supervised by summer playground...

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Summer Park Playgrounds Program

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

Our playground program allows children to participate in athletics, games, crafts and summertime fun in a supervised setting. Summer seasonal staff will lead the program and present over seven weeks of themed activities. Children are welcome to attend as often as you wish. Your fee covers all visits! Pre-registration is required. Playground sites may...

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Summer Rink Rat Hockey

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

Play open hockey at The Rec Center and then jump in the pool for a swim. A rink supervisor will be on the ice organizing the rink rat games and assisting participants as needed. An Aquatic Park daily pass will be distributed to all participants who plan to stay and swim at the end of the skating session (pool opens at 11 a.m.). All participants...

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Summer Sampler

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

Ages 4 to 5 (by start of session)
Come have a ball and sample it all! Children will learn basic sport skills and rules with low-key games that allow them to have fun, be active, socialize and learn. Participants will learn the basics of a variety of sports and other recreational games.

Thursdays, June 21 to Aug. 2 (no program July 5)
9:15 a.m. – 10 a.m.................................Activity # 6258
Oak Hill Park, 3201 Rhode Island Ave. S.
1:15 p.m. – 2 p.m.................................. Activity # 6259
Browndale Park, 4900 Morningside Rd.
$28 per child (resident) / $32 (non-resident)
Registration deadline: June 8

 

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Summer Skateboard Camps

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

Beginner and intermediate skateboarders, check out these skateboard camps. Learn balance, pushing, dropping in, and skate park safety and etiquette. Participants will also learn how to kick flip, ollie, heel flip, ramp ride and more. All instruction is provided by 3rd Lair staff and the Demo Team. Participants must bring a skateboard, helmet, knee...

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T-Ball League

updated: Monday, May 14, 2012

Learn how to play T-ball with co-rec teams from other parks. The first two  weeks consist of practices; remainder of season is instructional games. Register for the park where you would like to attend practices; games are played at various parks. Volunteer parents will coach/officiate practices and games. Participants must bring a baseball...

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Tae Kwon Do

updated: Tuesday, April 03, 2012

Ages 6 and up
A self-defense program for all ages that gives discipline, focus, endurance and flexibility. Master Tom Malone will help you achieve awesome kicks, punches and strikes while getting in shape. Resident rate applies to participants living in Golden Valley or St. Louis Park.

Tuesdays
April 10 – May 15 (no class May 8)...Register by April 3
Beginners............6:15 p.m. – 7 p.m..............Act. # 6245
Advanced.............7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m..............Act. # 6248
$59 per person (resident*) / $64 (non-resident)

May 29 – June 26...........................Register by May 22
Beginners............6:15 p.m. – 7 p.m..............Act. # 6246
Advanced.............7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m..............Act. # 6249
$49 per person (resident*) / $54 (non-resident)

July 10 – Aug. 21 (no class Aug. 14)....Register by July 3
Beginners............6:15 p.m. – 7 p.m..............Act. # 6247
Advanced.............7 p.m. – 7:45 p.m..............Act. # 6250
$59 per person (resident*) / $64 (non-resident)

Davis Community Center (Meadowbrook Elementary)
5430 Glenwood Ave. N., Golden Valley

 

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USA 1-2-3, Tennis, Lessons

updated: Monday, March 12, 2012

Ages 7 to 14 (by Aug. 31)
Learn this lifelong sport through enjoyable lessons that quickly teach new players basic skills in a group environment. Beginners have little or no tennis experience. Intermediate players have had lessons before and are somewhat proficient with ground strokes. Players must bring their own racket.

Tuesday & Thursdays, June 5 – 28
Register by May 28
Beginners, 6 p.m – 7 p.m……………….Activity # 6260
Intermediates, 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m…..Activity # 6261

Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 10 – Aug. 2
Register by July 2
Beginners, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m..........................Activity # 6262
Intermediates, 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m........Activity # 6263

Tuesday & Thursdays, Aug. 7 – 30
Register by July 30
Beginners, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m......................... Activity # 6264
Intermediates, 7:15 p.m. – 8:15 p.m........Activity #6265

Senior High Tennis Courts, 6425 W. 33rd St.
$60 per child (resident) / $68 (non-resident)

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Youth Golf Lessons & League

Ages 8 - 17
St. Louis Park youth can take golf lessons or join a league at Brookview Golf Course in Golden Valley. Classes and leagues begin in June. For details, call Golden Valley Park and Recreation at (763) 512-2345.

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