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Spring
Summer
2022
PROGRAM GUIDE
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4 YOUTH
ACTIVITIES 14 ADULT
ACTIVITIES
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Youth
SPRING | SUMMER 2022
ACTIVITES Studio Bea Dance: 2 to Move
Studio Bea Dance’s 30-minute introductory class is
designed for parents and their little dancer to bond
and have fun. Dancers will gain confidence, and
improve social and gross motor skills, all while using
their imagination to learn and explore movement.
Children ages 18 months through 3 years old are
invited to register for this program.
Saturdays
Program Registration & Policies........................ 3 Session 1: April 15-30
Session 2: May 28-June 11
Youth Activities............................................................... 4 Session 3: Aug. 13-Sept. 17
Times 9-9:30 a.m.
Community Events.................................................... 12
Location Studio Bea Dance,
67 NE Carefree Lane
Adult Activities.............................................................. 14
Life Time Tennis Classes Min/Max 4/16
The Parks & Recreation
Parks/Trails Department will be 17
Map......................................................... Fee
partnering with Life Time Tennis to offer tennis
Session 1 & 2: $21
classes. Learn
Facility & fromRentals.
Shelter trained......................................
professionals as they 19 Session 3: $42
provide experienced advice. Classes will range
from beginner lessons to more advanced tennis Ages 18 months-3 years old
strategies.
Dates
Session 1: June 6 – June 16
Session 2: June 20 – June 30
Session 3: July 5 – July 14 (No July 4) Parks and Recreation
Session 4: July 18 – July 28
Session 5:
Times & Ages
Aug. 1 – Aug. 11
Information
9-10:30 a.m.: 5-10 years old
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: 11-14 years old
2-4 p.m.: High School JV/ Grimes Community Complex (GCC)
Varsity Level 410 SE Main St.
Locations Grimes IA 50111
Fox Creek Park: 5-14 year olds 515-986-2143
Life Time Fitness
Center, 11911 Brian Becker
Hickman Rd, High School JV/ Parks and Recreation Director
Urbandale: Varsity Level bbecker@grimesiowa.gov
Min/Max
6/20: 5-10 years old Mark Schulz
6/16: 11-14 years old Recreation Coordinator
mschulz@grimesiowa.gov
Fee
Ages: 5-15: $152
High School Level: $346
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Program Youth
Registration ACTIVITES
& Policies
• Registration will open March 1 for all activities unless otherwise noted.
Participants may register online at grimesparkandrecration.ezfacility.com
• What is your cancellation policy? Programs, activities, and special events
which are cancelled, postponed or changed in location will be announced
as soon as possible. Please check Facebook, or grimesiowa.gov for updates.
Grimes Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel a program or an
activity that does not meet the minimum number of participants necessary
to offer the program.
• What is your program refund policy? Refund requests must be made
at least TWO WEEKS prior to the first day of the program, or prior to
rosters being made for leagues. A $10 non-refundable handling fee will
be deducted from the refund when an enrollee withdraws at least TWO
WEEKS prior to the first day of the program. Once the TWO WEEK deadline
passes or rosters are formed, refunds will not be issued.
• What is your facility rental refund policy? No refunds will be given for
cancellations or transferred to a different date. If the Grimes Community
Complex closes due to weather or COVID-19, refunds will be issued within
30 days after the event.
• What are your COVID-19 protocols and policies? Policies will vary between
programs, activities and special events. Policies for programs and activities
that are led by Parks & Recreation staff, contracted staff or volunteers will
be determined by staff, and participants will be notified of any protocols
prior to the program or activity. Policies for special events with a larger,
public gathering will be determined by local or state government officials.
Attendees will be notified of protocols via social media and the City’s
website.
• What is your photo/video policy? Photos/videos taken of participants and
guests at programs, activities, special events and festivals may be used in
promotional materials, press releases, and on the City of Grimes website
and any City social media channels.
• Adult Programs: Must be 18 years or older to participate and can’t play on
two teams unless noted in registration. Team rosters must be submitted to
Recreation Office 1 week prior to first game.
• All Programs: Details (time, date, price) of every program we offer are
subject to change at any given time. All participates will be notified as soon
as a change is made.
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ACTIVITES
Tiny Kickers
Tiny Kickers is geared toward a fun and
rewarding experience in a low-competitive
atmosphere that is taught by parent volunteers.
This program teaches the basics of soccer with
practices and playing 4v4 games.
Parent Volunteers are NEEDED!!!
Dates Session 1: May 9 - May 25 (Deadline is April 20 at 12:00pm)
Session 2: June 13 - June 29 (Deadline is May 25 at 12:00pm)
Session 3: July 11 - July 27 (Deadline is June 22 at 12:00pm)
Days Mondays and Wednesdays
Times/ 5:30pm - 6:15pm (Ages 3-4)
Ages 6:45pm - 7:30pm (Ages 4-5)
*4-year-olds have option of choosing time slot
Cost $45 per player per session. Included is a t-shirt for program
Location Grimes Community Complex Greenspace
Bam Bam
Bam-Bam Baseball/Softball is geared toward a fun and rewarding experience in a low-competitive
atmosphere that is taught by parent volunteers. This program teaches the basics of baseball/softball with
practices and playing games.
Parent Volunteers are NEEDED!!!
Dates Session 1:
May 10 - May 26 (Deadline is April 20 at 12:00pm)
Session 2:
June 14 - June 30 (Deadline is May 25 at 12:00pm)
Session 3:
July 12 - July 28 (Deadline is June 22 at 12:00pm)
Days Tuesdays and Thursdays
Times/Ages 5:30pm - 6:15pm (Ages 3-4)
6:45pm - 7:30pm (Ages 4-5)
Cost $45 per player per session. Included is a t-shirt for program
Location Lions Park
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Basketball Camp — T’s Skills and Drills
These camps provide a positive, fun-filled learning Youth
experience. The camp is designed to provide personal ACTIVITES
attention to help young athletes improve their basketball
fundamentals. The campers drill and compete within their
age groups in various skill competitions such as dribbling,
passing, shooting and defense.
Beyond individual skill development, we emphasize the
importance of team play to all campers. These camps set
the framework for successful future athletes.
Dates Session 1: March 14, 15, 16
Session 2: April 25, 27, May 2, 4
Session 3: May 16, 18, 23, 25
Session 4: June 6, 7, 8, 9
Session 5: June 20, 21, 22, 23 Volleyball with Coach Mike 2022
Session 6: July 11, 13, 18, 20 For all abilities to improve on their own skills!
Session 7: July 25, 27, August 1, 3 This clinic is all drills with some lead-up games
Times Vary based on age that will help you play the game of volleyball.
Grades Entering 1st - 6th Each player will have their own ball so they
will do numerous activities in a fast-paced
Cost $30-$40 per session environment.
Location Grimes Community Complex Gym Dates Session 1: March 15 - March 17
Instructor Coach Kenton Tennal Session 2: June 14 - June 16
Session 3: June 28 - June 30
Session 4: July 19 - July 21
Tennis Camps by Life Time Session 5: July 25 - July 27
We have partnered with Life Time to provide youth Session 6: August 2 - August 4
tennis camps! Life Time does a fantastic job creating a Times Vary based on age
positive experience for all ages and skill levels. Whether
Grades Entering 1st - 6th
you’re a pro or beginner, there is a spot for you!
Cost $30 per session
Dates Session 1: Monday, June 6 - Thursday, June 16
Session 2: Monday, June 20 - Thursday, June 30 Location Grimes Community Complex Gym
Session 3: Tuesday, July 5 - Friday, July 8 Instructor Coach Miklannet Tennal
Session 4: Monday, July 11 - Thursday, July 14
Session 5: Monday, July 18 - Thursday, July 21
Session 6: Monday, July 25 - Thursday, July 28
Session 7: Monday, August 1 - Thursday, August 4
Ages / Ages 5-9: 9:00am - 10:00am
Times Ages 10-16: 10:15am - 11:15am
Fee $50 per child (1 week)
$90 per child (2 weeks)
Location Oak View Middle School
Instructor Coaches from Life Time Tennis
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Explosive Performance Speed
and Agility Camp
Explosive Performance Speed and Agility camp provides youth
athletes the chance to experience speed and agility training, all of
which can be tailored to their specific sport and needs.
No matter the sport, participants in grades kindergarten - 6th will gain
an edge on their competition.
Dates June 6 - June 8
Rain Date June 9
Times 9:00am - 10:00am
Grades Entering 1st - 6th
Fee $40 per child
Location Grimes Community Complex Greenspace
Instructor Eric Shafer
Explosive Performance Soccer Camp
Explosive Performance Soccer Camp provides players
with technical and tactical coaching with age appropriate
activities and games.
The focus of the camp will be ensuring campers have fun
and have a memorable experience while engaging in a
competitive environment.
Dates June 6 - June 8
Rain Date June 9
Times 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Grades Entering 2nd - 6th
Fee $55 per child
Location Grimes Community Complex Greenspace
Instructor Eric Shafer
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Run for Fun in the Sun
This program gets kids interested
in the sport of running in a fun and
positive way. Begin with a team builder
warm-up, then go through dynamic warm-ups, followed
by running drills, stretching, instruction/pointers, and end
with fun games. The last day ends with a for-fun relay and
more exciting games.
Dates Monday, June 27 - Thursday, June 30
Times 9:00am - 9:50am OR 10:00am - 10:50am
Grades Boys and Girls Entering 1st - 4th
Fee $45 per child
Location Grimes South Sports Complex
Instructor Matt Pries- HS Track and Cross Country Coach
Youth Soccer Camp
This program is for all skill levels. Whether it’s your first
time playing or continuing to build on skills you already
have. This camp will work on individual skill work and
working together as a team in small sized games.
Make sure your cleats are tied and ready for soccer
camp! Youth Soccer Camp is for both boys and girls!
Dates Session 1: July 5 - July 8
Session 2: July 19 - July 22
Grades/ Entering 1st - 2nd: 1:00pm - 1:55pm
Times Entering 3rd - 4th: 2:05pm - 3:00pm
Fee $40 per session
Location Grimes Community Complex Greenspace
Instructor Coach Kate - Teacher and Coach at Bondurant-Farrar
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Youth Art Camps
Enjoy art and want to improve your skills to create masterpieces? Here is your chance! Each day is
something new and different. Explore with acrylic paint, portrait and firgure drawing, creating jewelry and
more! Choose the days you wish to attend and create your very own masterpiece!
Dates Session 1: Monday, June 27: Painting
Camp Session 2: Tuesday, June 28: Drawing
Session 3: Wednesday, June 29: Sculpture
Session 4: Thursday, June 30: Jewelry Making
Session 5: Monday, July 18: Painting
Session 6: Tuesday, July 19: Drawing
Session 7: Wednesday, July 20: Sculpture
Session 8: Thursday, July 21: Jewelry Making
Times 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 5-13
Fee $36 per session
(must sign up for each day you wish to attend)
Location Grimes Community Complex
Instructor Danell Duncan- Art Teacher at Dallas-Center Grimes HS
Grimes Safety City
Grimes Safety City will include various activities involving anti-bullying, pedestrian rules, street crossing, stop
lights, fire department, respect for authority, playground safety, bike safety, and many more. A miniature
“city” will be used to teach students correct street crossing techniques using tricycles (as vehicles) and by
walking. Special appearances by the Fire Department, Police Department, teachers, and more. Students
will learn about safety and have much more one-on-one contact with volunteers during this course.
Dates Thursday, July 28 & Friday, July 29
Times 8:30am - 11:30am
Grades Entering kindergarten – 1st
Fee $40 per child
Location Grimes Community Complex
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ACTIVITES
Summer Adventures Weekly Field Trips
Sign your child up for our afternoon field trips! Ride along with
Grimes Parks & Recreation as we visit different area attractions and
activities! Parents will receive a detailed week and trip itinerary one
week before the scheduled camp.
No refunds or transfers to another week are allowed for these trips,
similar to our other programming. In the event of rain, we will try again the
next day and notifications will be sent out. If we can’t get the trip in for that week
on the 2 make-up days, no reschedules will be made or refunds given.
*Please note Summer Adventures registration will open April 4
Dates Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, June 6 - July 29
Grades Entering 1st - 8th
Fee $60 for 3-day week
Includes program t-shirt for the summer
Location Bus picks up at North Sports Complex Shelter at 12:15pm
Times Bus picks up at Waterworks Park Shelter (near Library) at 12:25pm
Bus picks up at Grimes Community Complex at 12:30pm
Bus drops off at Grimes Community Complex at 3:55pm
Bus drops off at Waterworks Park Shelter (near Library) at 4:00pm
Bus drops off at North Sports Complex at 4:10pm
“Magic with Elias” Camp
Want to learn magic!? Spend the week learning from the great Elias. From cards to
coins and cups, we will delve into magic with everyday household objects. Come join
local magician Elias Arbuckle as he shares his wealth of knowledge in the magical arts
for an unforgettable week of fun!
Dates Monday - Friday, July 11 - 15
Times 9:30am - 12:00pm
(Final performance is Friday for parents starting at 11:30am)
Ages Boys and Girls 7 - 12
Fee $120- all supplies needed for class are included
Location Grimes Community Complex
Instructor Elias Arbuckle - Though young in age, Elias is considered a professional
within the magic community. He has been honing his skills for the past eight
years and working professionally for the past five years. This will be his third
year teaching camp and he’ll be assisted by Shannon Arbuckle, his mother
and educator. www.eliasmagic.com
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Martial Arts America- Tiny Tigers Taekwondo
Interested? Stop in for a FREE class and talk with an instructor about joining! Our
Tiny Tiger program is an age appropriate version of Taekwondo that will help
direct that energy into confidence and character building skills.
Days Tuesdays and Thursdays. Ongoing program, join in any time
Time 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Ages 4 - 7 (Must be 4 by the time the class starts.)
Fee $55 per participant per month (Plus one-time $55 joiner’s fee)
Location Grimes Community Complex Gym
Taekwondo by Martial Arts America
Stop in for a FREE class and talk with an instructor about joining!
Martial Arts America has been around since 1985 in Central Iowa and
now comes to the Grimes Community Complex to teach you the
disciplines involved in taekwondo. These classes allow families
to take part together. They provide a positive atmosphere for
everyone to improve their mind and their body.
Dates Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Ongoing program, join in any time
Times 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages Ages 6 and up (Can participate with your child.)
Fee $60 per participant for 2 months
Location Grimes Community Complex Gym
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Kids Zone
This program provides a place for parents to bring their children to play in a safe and
fun environment, and it’s a great way to make new friends! This is not a structured play
group, but rather an open space for kids to move around, play games, laugh, have fun
and burn off some energy! We provide the space and toys; you provide the fun and
supervision!
PLEASE NOTE: this is not a drop off program; all children must be accompanied by a
responsible adult.
Season Fall/Winter 9:00am - 11:00am
Times Spring/Summer- times will vary
Days Mondays-Fridays - may vary
Ages 6 and under
Fee $5 per family per visit
Location Grimes Community Complex Gym
Can Play Sports
Can Play Sports is a non profit adaptive sports
and recreation program offering year-round
opportunities for children and adults who are not
able to go full speed due to a physical, cognitive
or emotional disability. By adapting the pace,
equipment or nature of an activity, Courage League
can provide a safe and accessible environment
where participants can go at their own speed. All
programs will include super hero training, fitness,
group games, music/movement, seasonal sports
plus lots of fun and social skill development.
Days Tuesdays
Times 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Ages 6 and under
Location Grimes Community Complex Gym
Registration Register online through the Courage League website – canplay.org
Email: info@courageleaguesports.com
Phone: 515-421-4020
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Community
EVENTS
ACTIVITES
Earth Day
Help clean our Earth and our city!
Event information will be posted on City
website and Grimes Parks and Recreation
Facebook page closer to date.
Date Friday, April 22
Governors Days- Kiddie Parade
Time TBD A parade just for kids/families
This parade kicks off our annual community event,
Grimes Giving Garden the Grimes Governors Days! This is a dress-up, let’s
Enjoy gardening? Or want to give it a try? Grimes make believe, costumed event for kids. Little ones
Giving Garden allows people to grow produce are asked to dress up in their costumes and “strut
and meet new people at the same time. their stuff” down Main Street in Grimes.
Dates Tuesday, March 1 at 9:00am – Date Thursday, June 9
Maranatha Baptist Church Members Time Parade starts at 6:30pm running
and last year’s garden plot owners from the GCC
can sign up. *Line-up starts at 6:15pm
Tuesday, March 15 at 9:00am – Fee Free to everyone!
Other Grimes community members
Registration Must register online to participate
and non-residents can sign up.
www.governorsdays.com
Location Garden at Maranatha Baptist Church
Fee $10 per plot (max of 2 plots per family) Governors Days
Registration Online or in person at Governors Days is one of the grandest summer
Grimes Community Center festivals in the Des Moines, Iowa metropolitan
area. Held entirely within the Governors District,
in the heart of Grimes, Iowa, this premier summer
event incorporates all the ingredients for an
exciting family friendly event. Complete with
concerts, parades, carnivals and much, much
more; Governors Days has something for everyone.
This grand community event is headed up by
a vibrant group of dedicated volunteers and
organized with the help of Grimes Chamber &
Economic Development. Come and participate
in this wonderful community event. Admission to
the festival is free thanks to the MANY wonderful
business sponsors from the community..
Dates June 9 - June 11
Location South Sports Complex
Information www.governorsdays.com
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Farmers
Market
Come enjoy
yourself at the Grimes Citywide Garage Sales
Farmers Market with
It’s time to do some spring cleaning. Clean out the
different vendors
garage, basement, kid’s toys - you name it, we’ll
each week! Delicious
help get the people there to buy it.
food and awesome crafts!
Dates Thursday May 5 - Sunday May 8
Days Fridays
(rain or shine!)
Months July & August
*Deadline to be included on the
Time 4:00pm - 7:00pm online map is April 27 at 12:00pm
Location Grimes Public Library Fee $5 per sale to be listed on the map
Registration thegrimesfarmersmarket@gmail.com Registration To be put on the map and to
register your house, please register
on City Website - Citywide Garage
Annual Arbor Day Event Sales Registration opens March 1.
Grimes is a Tree City with beautiful parks and
trails! Volunteer to plant trees or clean our
community. Education about proper tree planting Clean Up Days
techniques and maintenance will occur. This is a It’s time to do your spring cleaning. Clean out the
great event for a family or group service project! garage, basement, kids toys - you name it
Please place your items on the curb by 6 a.m.,
Date Saturday, April 30
depending upon which date is your designated
(May 7 rain Date)
trash collection day.
Time 9:00am - 11:00am
Location Volunteers meet at Grimes Cemetery For more guidance on what items can go at
at 9:00am to coordinate volunteers the curb, visit www.WhereItShouldGo.com/
to plant trees and clean-up parks or springcleanup or call Metro Waste Authority at
trails if needed. (515) 244-0021.
Fee FREE to attend, volunteers & families Dates May 9 & May 10
encouraged to attend!
Registration grimesiowa.gov
2022 Fall Fest and Candy Crawl
Grimes Parks and Recreation is joining forces with Polk County Sheriff’s Office
to put on ”Fall Festival” October 8!
There will be Polk County Sheriff’s candy crawl, food trucks, vendors, booths,
and loads of candy! We love to see costumes so they are highly encouraged!
Date Saturday, October 8 (Rain Date October 15) Grime
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Night i Trick or Tre
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from 6 s October 31 t
Ages All ages welcome *Volunteers are NEEDED
Vendor Registration opens June 1 at 9:00am on registration site -8pm. ,
Registration
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Adult
ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITES
NEW
Boot Camp Fitness Class Co-Ed 2v2 Sand Volleyball
Join this 45 min heart-pounding class designed NEW PROGRAM ALERT! 2v2 sand volleyball is a
to push your body into high gear. Challenge your non-officiated league with all participants calling
aerobic and anaerobic capacity, strength and their own game. If enough teams register, two
endurance with various types of training and divisions will be formed- A (Competitive),
equipment. Break out of your fitness rut with this B (Recreational).
high intensity program!
Dates Session 1: May 2 - June 13
Date Tuesdays & Fridays Rain Date June 20
April 19 - May 27
Session 2: July 11 - August 15
Time 5:15am - 6:00am Rain Date August 22
Ages 16 and up Day/Time Monday Evenings
Games start at 6:00pm
Location Grimes Community Complex Gym
Location Grimes South Sports Complex
Fee $45 per person
Fee $30 per team
Co-Ed 6v6 Sand
Volleyball
This will be a non-
Bags League NEW
NEW PROGRAM ALERT!
officiated league Bags league will be played
with all participants at the Greenspace next
calling their own to Grimes Community Complex. This
game. If enough league has space for 16 teams with 2 games per
teams register, night. Team registrations only. This league will have
two divisions will be two divisions - A (Competitive), B (Recreational).
formed- A (Competitive),
B (Recreational). Dates Session 1: May 5 - June 16
Rain Date June 23
Dates Session 1: May 4 - June 15
Session 2: July 14 - August 18
Rain Date June 22
Rain Date August 25
Session 2: July 13 - August 17
Day/Time Thursday Evenings
Rain Date August 24
Games start at 6:00pm
Day/Time Wednesday Evenings
Fee $30 per team
Games start at 6:00pm
Location Grimes South Sports Complex
Fee $70 per team
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Co-Ed Adult Slow Pitch
This league will have 1 umpire for games and is
played at North Complex on Field 1. If enough
teams register, two divisions will be formed- A
(Competitive), B (Recreational).
Dates Session 1: April 24 - June 12
Rain Date: June 19
NEW
Session 2: August 14 - September 25
Rain Date: October 2
Day/ Sunday Evenings Pickleball League
Time Games start at 4:00pm NEW PROGRAM ALERT! This is a
Fee $170 per team family friendly environment, where
you call your own. Pickleball will be played at
Grimes South Sports Complex. The league has
Co-Ed Adult Kickball League space for 12 teams. Team registration only.
NEW PROGRAM ALERT! Kickball
*Must be 16 years or older
will be a non-officiated league
with all participants calling
their own game. NEW Dates Session 1: May 10 - June 14
Rain Date: June 21
If enough teams register, two
divisions will be formed- A Session 2: July 12 - August 16
(Competitive), B (Recreational). Rain Date: August 23
Day/ Tuesday Evenings
Dates Session 1: April 24 - June 12 Time Games start at 6:00pm
Rain Date: June 19
Fee $30 per team
Session 2: July 10 - August 14
Rain Date: August 21
Spikeball League
Day
Time
Sunday Evenings
Games start at 4:00pm
NEW PROGRAM ALERT! Spikeball
will be played at the Greenspace
NEW
Location North Sports Complex on Field 2 next to Grimes Community Complex.
This league has space for 8 teams with
Fee $70 per team
2 games per night. Team registrations only.
This league will have two divisions A (Competitive),
B (Recreational).
Dates Session 1: May 3 - June 7
Rain Date: June 14
Session 2: July 12 - August 16
Rain Date: August 23
Day/ Tuesday Evenings
Time Games start at 6:00pm
Location Grimes Community Complex
Greenspace
Fee $30 per team
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Adult
ACTIVITIES
ACTIVITES
Polk County Seniors Meal Site at
Grimes GCC
Enjoy a meal with other Seniors through Polk
County. Site activities include cards, Wii Bowling,
BINGO, lunch, and conversation. Monthly calendars
are located at the complex for you to pick up.
Days Monday through Friday
*No meals on holidays when the
GCC is closed in Grimes or when
Des Moines Public Schools are
closed due to weather Jazzercise
Jazzercise offers group fitness classes for all
Times 9:30am - 1:30pm
levels. Our classes incorporate HIIT cardio dance
Meals start at 11:30am
moves with strength training for the ultimate full-
Ages FREE for those 60 and older body workout that can slay your wellness goals.
Location Grimes Community Complex Learn more:
Fee Donations are accepted https://www.jazzercise.com/location/jazzercise-
grimes-community-complex-20320
Director- Hollie McCargar at 515-986-5747 or
hollie.mccargar@polkcountyiowa.gov Location:
Grimes Community Complex
Playing Cards (Bridge) at the GCC
Come meet new friends every Friday at the GCC!
All ages and abilities are welcome.
Day/Time Every Friday from 11:00am - 3:00pm
Ages All ages welcome
Location Grimes Community Complex
(Enter through north doors)
Fee FREE to play
16 grimesparksandrecreation.ezfacility.comParks Map
NW 27th St
NE Grimes Blvd
8
N James St
4 7
NW 142nd St
PARKS
6
1 11
1 Autumn Park
NW Autumn Park Ct. W 1st St
2 G
lenstone Park 3
SE Stone Ridge St. 5
10 9
3 Grimes Community Complex
410 SE Main St.
4 Heritage Park SW 19th St
1055 NE Beaverbrooke
NW 100th St
S James St
141
5 K
ennybrook South Park
Brookside Dr.
2
6 L
ions Park
SW 37th St
NE 6th St & NE Park St.
7 North
Pointe Park
NW 78th Ave. 35
80
8 North
Sports Complex
142nd St.
NW 27th St. & NW 82nd Ave. NW 46th Ave
.
9 Shawver
Park
East of Shawver Dr.
10 S
outh Sports Complex
S James St & SE 6th St.
11 W
aterworks Park
W 1st St. & N James St.
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ACTIVITES Studio Bea Dance: 2 to Move
Studio Bea Dance’s 30-minute introductory class is
designed for parents and their little dancer to bond
and have fun. Dancers will gain confidence, and
PARKS
improve social and gross motor skills, all while using
their imagination to learn and explore movement.
Children ages 18 months through 3 years old are
invited to register for this program.
Saturdays
Autumn Park North
Session Sports
1: Complex
April 15-30
Devloped in July 2016, this .5 acre park has This 26-acre
Session 2: sports
Maycomplex
28-June has11 5 youth softball
playground equipment, swings, a 1/2 basketball fields,
Session1 adult
3: softball field, over
Aug. 13-Sept. 17 5 acres of green
court, trails and benches. space for soccer and a concession stand.
Times 9-9:30 a.m.
Glenstone Park Skate Park
Location Studio Bea Dance,
Developmed in September 2009 with full grade Developed in 2002 67 NE Carefree
to honor Lane
Sean Rolow, this skate
Life Time Tennis
and shelter, Phase 2 inClasses
2013 included park park is a fun amenity
Min/Max 4/16 to have in the City of Grimes.
equipment and trail, this
The Parks & Recreation Department3.6 acre park
willhas
bea 20’ Located at the South Sports Complex, this area has
Fee
wide openwith
partnering gazeboLife with
Time2Tennis
pinic tables (no
to offer electrical
tennis ramps and other fun obstacles for skaters to enjoy.
Session 1 & 2: $21
classes.
outlet orLearn
grill). from trained professionals as they Bikes are3:not allowed
Session $42 inside the skate area.
provide experienced advice. Classes will range
Grimes
from Community
beginner lessons to moreComplex
advanced Park
tennis South
Ages Sports
18Complex
months-3 years old
strategies.
In June 2011 - new equipment includes a swingset, This 45-acre complex constructed in 2002 includes
playset with multiple slides and structures, one tennis court, two pickleball courts, multiple
Dates
basketball hoops, sand volleyball court, green soccer fields (9 acres) includiong one lit tournament
Session 1: June 6 – June 16
space
Sessionto2:the west of the JuneGCC
20 with picnic
– June 30 area. field; three sand volleyball courts; two basketball
Session 3: July 5 – July 14 (No July 4) courts (4 hoops); a skate park; walking trails;
Heritage
Session 4: Park July 18 – July 28 restrooms; two concession stands, 487 parking
This brand-new
Session 5: park constructed
Aug. 1 – Aug. 11 spots and a large play structure by the south
in 2021 is over 2 acres in size. It has
Times & Ages NEW concession stand.
modern restrooms with a walking path
9-10:30 a.m.: 5-10 years old
around the park and a clock tower.
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: 11-14 years old
Shawver Park
This 4 acre park is a neighboorhood park accessed
2-4 p.m.: High School JV/
Kennybrook South Park by walking trail. It has a shelter, two picnic tables,
Varsity Level
Constructed in June 2018 this 4.5 acre park includes grill and play structure. Plenty of green space for
Locations
1/2 basketball court, playground equipment, shelter, open play.
Fox Creek
trails, greenPark:
space and5-14
sandyear olds court.
volleyball
Life Time Fitness Waterworks Park
Lions Park
Center, 11911 This 8.5 acre park is one of Grimes first parks. It has
Hickman
This Rd, park hasHigh
4.8 acre School
an open JV/ two grills,
shelter, two open shelters with electricity, two playgrounds,
Urbandale:
4 Varsity Level
picnic tables, 1/2 basketball court, two baseball/ sand volleyball court, open greenspace, two ball
Min/Max
softball fields, soccer field and playground diamonds and will be home of the new Splash Pad.
6/20:
equipment. Electrical 5-10 years
outlets areold
provided. Four picnic tables are located at the west shelter
6/16: 11-14 years old and seven picnic tables at the east shelter.
North
Fee Pointe Park
Developed
Ages: 5-15: in October$152
of 2009, this 3.48 acre park
has
High School Level: $346 set, 16’ square open
a play structure, swing
shelter and two picnic tables.
18 grimesparksandrecreation.ezfacility.comYouth
ACTIVITES
Park
Shelters are FREE for Grimes
Hours
residents OR $40 for every 4 OPEN
hours of use for non-residents. 5:30 a.m.
All park/trails/complexes are
alcohol and tobacco free; and CLOSES
no overnight parking is allowed. 10 p.m.
Shelters & Amenities
Sand
Rest Play Basketball Volley Grill Picnic
City Park Address Acres rooms ground Court ball Electric
Tables
Court
Autumn Park NW Autumn Park Ct. .5 1 1/2 2
Glenstone Park SE Stone Ridge St. 3.6 1 2
Heritage Park 1055 NE Beaverbrooke 2.15 1
Kennybrook South Park Brookside Drive 4.5 1 1 1 2
Lions Park NE 6th St & NE Park St. 4.8 1 1 1 2 4 X
North Pointe Park NW 78th Avenue 3.48 1 1 2
North Sports Complex NW 27th St. & NW 82nd Ave. 26 1 4 X
Shawver Park East of Shawver Dr. 4 1 1 2
South Sports Complex N2
S James St & SE 6th St. 45 2 1 2 X
(North & South Shelters) S4
Waterworks Park
W 1st St. & N James St. 8.5 2 W2 1 2 4 X
(East & West Shelters)
Grimes Community Complex Rental Options
Rental Rate For-Profit
Rooms
Per Hour Rate Per Hour
Room 402 $30 $70
Room 205 $25 $70
Kitchen/Cafeteria $25 $70
Banquet Hall $45 $100
Gym $30 $70
Batting Cage $20 –
After Hour Fee $30 $50
grimesparksandrecreation.ezfacility.com 19Youth
ACTIVITES Studio Bea Dance: 2 to Move
Studio Bea Dance’s 30-minute introductory class is
designed for parents and their little dancer to bond
and have fun. Dancers will gain confidence, and
improve social and gross motor skills, all while using
their imagination to learn and explore movement.
Children ages 18 months through 3 years old are
invited to register for this program.
Saturdays
Session 1: April 15-30
Session 2: May 28-June 11
Session 3: Aug. 13-Sept. 17
Times 9-9:30 a.m.
Location Studio Bea Dance,
67 NE Carefree Lane
Life Time Tennis Classes Min/Max 4/16
The Parks & Recreation Department will be
Fee
partnering with Life Time Tennis to offer tennis
Session 1 & 2: $21
classes. Learn from trained professionals as they
Session 3: $42
provide experienced advice. Classes will range
from beginner lessons to more advanced tennis Ages 18 months-3 years old
strategies.
Dates
Session 1: June 6 – June 16
Session 2: June 20 – June 30
Session 3: July 5 – July 14 (No July 4)
Session 4: July 18 – July 28
Session 5: Aug. 1 – Aug. 11
Times & Ages
9-10:30 a.m.: 5-10 years old
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: 11-14 years old
2-4 p.m.: High School JV/
Varsity Level
Locations
Fox Creek Park: 5-14 year olds
Life Time Fitness
Center, 11911
Hickman Rd, High School JV/
Urbandale: Varsity Level
Min/Max
6/20: 5-10 years old
6/16: 11-14 years old
Fee 410 SE Main St | Grimes, IA 50111
Ages: 5-15: $152
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