ACTIVITIES GUIDE - SUMMER 2022 - City of Sioux Falls
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ONLINE REGISTRATION SYSTEM register.siouxfallsparks.org Check out our enhanced registration site that promises a better experience for those we value most, YOU! Register.siouxfallsparks.org is our one-stop-shop for browsing and registering for our programs, events, and so much more! Ready to register for some FUN? • EXPLORE for a desired activity through the search feature or category buttons already created. • CONNECT—Click the "+" sign or plus sign to add an activity to your shopping cart. Continue shopping and when ready, view your cart and proceed to our seamless check out process. • PLAY—After completing your registration, check your email for your confirmation receipt and get ready for some fun! Worry less about planning ahead as most activities now allow registration up to 24 hours before the event begins. Find a fun event, but registration is full? Join the event’s waitlist and we will contact you should a spot become available. All waitlists are no charge, meaning pressure free! JULY Every year, Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation joins communities around the country to celebrate. Join us this July by enjoying our parks and open spaces, the recreation trail, our facilities, our programs, and events. The Phillips Plaza Pop-Up Park and the Independence Day Celebration are just a few ways for you to participate in the fun! To learn more about other National Park and Recreation Month programming features, sign up for our eNewsletter or click on the QR code.
ACTIVITIES GUIDE CONTENTS MISSION, VISION, VALUES, AND LOCATIONS......................4 TODDLER/PRESCHOOL................................................................ 5–6 YOUTH.......................................................................................................7–9 TEEN/TWEEN........................................................................................... 10 ADULT......................................................................................................11–15 SENIOR......................................................................................................... 16 ALL AGES..............................................................................................17–21 PERFORMANCES..........................................................................23–24 LEAGUES/TOURNAMENTS.............................................................25 SWIMMING LESSONS....................................................................... 26 AQUATICS...................................................................................................27 MAKE SHELTER RESERVATIONS & REGISTER FOR CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES: register.siouxfallsparks.org Photos taken at classes and during programs may be used by Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation for promotional purposes. We strive to produce the most accurate, up-to-date Activities Guide possible. However, some program information may have changed since this guide was posted. If an ADA accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Relations office at 605-367-8745 or humanrelations@siouxfalls.org at least five business days in advance of event. SUMMER 2022 3
PARKS & RECREATION OFFICE COMMUNITY CENTERS 231 NORTH DAKOTA AVENUE | 605-367-8222 SIOUXFALLS.ORG/COMMUNITY-CENTERS SIOUXFALLS.ORG/PARKS KENNY ANDERSON COMMUNITY CENTER | 605-978-6924 HOURS 3701 East Third Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. KUEHN COMMUNITY CENTER | 605-978-6926 2801 South Valley View Road, Sioux Falls, SD 57106 MARICAR COMMUNITY CENTER | 605-978-6928 MISSION | VISION | VALUES 400 North Valley View Road, Sioux Falls, SD 57107 Mission: To enhance the quality of life by providing MORNINGSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER | 605-978-6930 safe and enjoyable experiences through people, 2400 South Bahnson Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 programs, places, and partnerships. OYATE COMMUNITY CENTER | 605-978-6932 2421 West 15th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Vision: To provide a comprehensive mix of high- quality parks and recreation programs, facilities, and services that contribute to a quality of life that is unparalleled in the region. AQUATIC FACILITIES SIOUXFALLS.ORG/PARKS/AQUATICS Core Values: Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation is *Closed 7/4 committed to this set of Core Values. These are our highest priorities, deeply held beliefs, and DRAKE SPRINGS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER core fundamental driving forces. Adopting these 301 South Fairfax Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 values guides us in sustaining a thriving parks and recreation system for our community. FRANK OLSON POOL 4101 East 16th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 • Engagement — We promote a culture of KUEHN POOL interactive participation and authentic, 2309 Kuehn Park Road, Sioux Falls, SD 57106 respectful communication. • Collaboration — We believe in cultivating LAUREL OAK FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER partnerships to maximize the quality of the 3401 East 49th Street, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 parks and recreation system. • Resilience — We accomplish our goals by MCKENNAN WADING POOL developing a resilient, committed workforce 1500 South Third Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105 that can adapt and thrive. • Continuous Improvement — We focus on MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER 1601 South Western Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105 innovation to continuously improve our programs, facilities and services. PIONEER SPRAY PARK • Excellence — We are passionate about the Pine Street and Jessica Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57103 delivery of exceptional experiences in every aspect of our work to fulfill our mission and vision. TERRACE PARK FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER 1001 West Madison Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 CAPRA accreditation is a distinguished mark of excellence for park and recreation agencies and AQUATIC FACILITIES is a measure of an agency’s overall DAILY ADMISSION RATES quality of operation, management, Under 2: FREE and service to the community. The Ages 2-17: $5 National Recreation and Park Association research team estimates that there are approximately 14,000 parks and Ages 18-54: $6 recreation agencies nationwide, of which 1 percent have Ages 55+: $5 earned national accreditation. Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation VIEW SWIM PASS RATES ON is proud to be one of these elite agencies since 2010. SIOUXFALLS.ORG/SWIM-PASSES 4 siouxfalls.org/parks
TODDLER/PRESCHOOL AGES 2–5 TRAVELING STORYTIME FREE NATURE EXPLORERS AGES: 2–5 TUTHILL PARK Explore our community with stories, movement, and AGES: 2–3 music. Children will enjoy songs and a story read by staff Looking for an exciting morning catching insects, from Siouxland Libraries while enjoying the outdoors. No discovering tracks, smelling flowers, looking at birds registration required. through binoculars, and just being outside with your kids? Join us for our Nature Explorers program! We will MAY 10 | TUE | 10 A.M. | MCKENNAN PARK BANDSHELL | FREE experience all nature has to offer on the trails of Tuthill Park. JUN 14 | TUE | 10 A.M. | QUEEN BEE MILL | FREE Parent participation required. Registration required. JUL 12 | TUE | 10 A.M. | LEVITT SHELL | FREE AUG 9 | TUE | 10 A.M. | MCKENNAN PARK BANDSHELL | FREE JUN 11 | SAT | 10–11 A.M. | $5 PER CHILD TOT LOT FREE AGES: 2–5 Tot Lot is the cool place to be for all toddlers/ preschoolers. Bring your adult and see what you can do together for fun. Our activities include free play combined with simple crafts and games to get you moving. This program is not intended as a child care program. We will be closed Monday, July 4. JUN 13–JUL 27 | MON/WED | 9–11 A.M. | LAUREL OAK PARK | FREE JUN 14–JUL 28 | TUE/THU | 9–11 A.M. | SPELLERBERG PARK | FREE TOT TIME MIDCO AQUATIC CENTER® AGES: 2–5 Tot Time is designed for toddlers and other little tikes, 6 BOOK WALK FREE years and younger, who may not be comfortable with the MCKENNAN PARK interactive play features. During Tot Time, the interactive AGES: 2–5 play features will not be operational. We will be closed Lay out your blanket to reserve your spot for Monday, July 4. Participants will need to have an active Storyland Children’s Theater and then join Siouxland swim pass or pay daily admission rates. Libraries as you walk a path through the park. The park will be lined with pages from a story. When JUN 1–SEP 2 | MON–FRI | 5:30–10:30 A.M. finished, head back to your spot in front of the McKennan Park Bandshell to watch the theater performance, which will begin at 10 a.m. Participants WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY FREE will also have the opportunity to learn about the Summer Reading Program and visit the Siouxland SCAVENGER HUNT Libraries Bookmobile. No registration required. GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK AGES: 4–5 JUN 16 | THU | 9:30–11:15 A.M. | FREE June 5 is World Environment Day! Spending the day learning how to protect our environment can influence children in many positive ways. Some of which include FOR THE LATEST UPDATES ON restoring children’s attention, relieving stress, and EVENTS, PROGRAMS, AND NEWS, FOLLOW OUR SOCIAL MEDIA increasing physical fitness! Bring your kids out for an CHANNELS AND SIGN UP FOR OUR inspiring nature scavenger hunt. We will explore many NEWSLETTER! of the wonders found within nature and more! Parent participation required. Registration required. SIGN UP HERE: JUN 5 | SUN | 2–3 P.M. | FREE SUMMER 2022 5
TODDLER/PRESCHOOL CONTINUED STORM DANCE CLINIC FREE TODDLER SPORTS RIVERDALE PARK AGES: 2–3 AGES: 4–5 Enjoy a fun-filled session of learning and playing Hey Storm fans—Do you ever wish you could dance basketball, soccer, and T-ball. Your preschooler will and cheer with a professional cheerleader? This is work on and improve key motor and teamwork skills your chance! The Sioux Falls Storm Lightning Girls while having fun! All supplies and equipment needed will teach you fun cheerleading and dance moves. will be provided. Registration required. Registration required. JUL 21 | THU | 6–7 P.M. | PIONEER PARK | $5 PER CHILD JUN 20 | MON | 6–7 P.M. | FREE AUG 10 | WED | 10:15–11:15 A.M. | MARION PARK | $5 PER CHILD STREAM STUDY STRIDER BIKE SERIES FREE LEGACY PARK SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF SOUTH DAKOTA AGES: 4–5 AGES: 2–5 Streams provide countless benefits to humans, In partnership with Special Olympics South Dakota for plants, and animals. Come out and learn all about Young Athletes Strider Program, this program gives our streams right here in Sioux Falls and how we can kids the opportunity to get the feel for riding a bike with protect them! Discover unique microscopic aquatic the comfort of their feet on the ground. Bikes will be insects that allow us to determine the quality of our provided. Helmets are required; please bring your own. streams. We will be near the stream; please wear Registration required. appropriate shoes! Parent participation required. Registration required. AUG 2, 9, 16 | TUE | 6–7 P.M. | FREE JUL 6 | WED | 10–11 A.M. | $5 PER CHILD PRINCESS PARTY TUTHILL PARK GARDEN AGES: 2–5 Calling all princesses! Join us for a royal party in a fairytale land. All princesses will enjoy dining on snacks, creating crafts fit for a royal, and participating in other regal activities. We ask that you wear your best royal attire and prepare for a magical time. Registration required. JUL 17 | SUN | 1–2:30 P.M. | $10 PER CHILD PRESCHOOL SPORTS I CAN FISH! AGES: 4–5 TERRACE PARK WEST SHELTER Enjoy a fun-filled session of learning and playing AGES: 2–5 football, soccer, and T-ball. Your preschooler will work Fishing is a great way for a child to form a connection on and improve key motor and teamwork skills while with nature while exercising essential motor skills. having fun! All supplies and equipment needed will be After reading a short fish story and crafting a unique provided. Registration required. fish bracelet, participants will learn how to fish at JUL 19 | TUE | 10:15–11:15 A.M. | BAKKER PARK | $5 PER CHILD Covell Lake! All equipment will be provided. Parent AUG 4 | THU | 6–7 P.M. | LACEY PARK | $5 PER CHILD participation required. Registration required. AUG 20 | SAT | 10–11 A.M. | $5 PER CHILD 6 siouxfalls.org/parks
YOUTH AGES 6–12 JUMBO SAND VOLLEYBALL FREE CHERRY ROCK PARK AGES: 6–9 Ever wondered what a beach ball, ten times the size of a normal beach ball, looks like? Come join us and find out! With the element of the jumbo sand volleyball, this will take even more teamwork and communication skills to get it over the net and score on the opponent! No need to bring a team, we will TRACK AND FIELD CLINICS FREE play a pickup game format! Registration required. HOWARD WOOD FIELD AGES: 5–11 JUN 11 | SAT | 10–11 A.M. | FREE The clinics will specialize in sprints, starts, and jumps. You may participate for one day or all three days. This is a great way to sharpen your skills in track and field. No registration required. YOUTH FISHING FREE TERRACE PARK WEST SHELTER JUN 1, 8, 15 | WED | 1:30–2:30 P.M. | FREE AGES: 6–9 Did you know a healthy dose of nature could be good for your overall health and well-being? Fishing is an excellent way to improve cognitive ability while SUMMER DEVELOPMENTAL TRACK MEETS FREE positively affecting your mood and sense of overall HOWARD WOOD FIELD happiness! These qualities set children up for a life of AGES: 2–19 success. We will provide the bait and fishing poles on a Co-sponsored by First PREMIER Bank and BankCard. first-come, first-served basis! Registration required. Children of all ages can participate in numerous track and field events. It’s a fun way to participate with others JUN 13 | MON | 10–11:30 A.M. | FREE and test out your track skills. Field events begin at 5:45 JUL 11 | MON | 10–11:30 A.M. | FREE p.m. and running events begin at 6 p.m. Registration AUG 8 | MON | 10–11:30 A.M. | FREE will begin on site at 5 p.m. JUN 1, 8, 15, 22 | WED | 5 P.M. | FREE SUPERVISED PLAYGROUND PROGRAM FREE AGES: 7–12 Starting in 1944 and still going strong! This free drop- in program designed for 7–12 year olds is a wonderful place to be a kid. We are a “low-tech, high fun,” weather- dependent program. We will be closed Monday, July 4. MON–FRI | JUNE 6–AUGUST 5 9–10:30 A.M. 11 A.M.–12:30 P.M. 1:30–3 P.M. 3:30–5 P.M. Prairie Trail Glenview Frank Lewis ALL ABOUT BUGS Olson AGES: 6–9 Bugs are everywhere and they are actually extremely Willow Granite important to our ecosystem! Join us for an insect hunt in McKennan Pioneer Ridge Valley the park. Kids will search for hidden bugs and even build their own bug hotel to take home! Registration required. Bakker Thelin Memorial Galway JUN 14 | TUE | 6–7 P.M. | PASLEY PARK | $5 PER PARTICIPANT JUN 15 | WED | 6–7 P.M. | GALWAY PARK | $5 PER PARTICIPANT SUMMER 2022 7
YOUTH CONTINUED STORM DANCE CLINIC FREE ADAPTIVE AQUATICS—ADAPTIVE FREE CHERRY ROCK PARK AGES: 6–9 ENCOURAGED FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH Hey Storm fans—Do you ever wish you could dance and cheer with a professional cheerleader? This is SPECIAL NEEDS LAUREL OAK FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER your chance! The Sioux Falls Storm Lightning Girls AGES: 4–18 will teach you fun cheerleading and dance moves. SFPR and Sanford Wellness Center are happy to Registration required. announce an adaptive aquatics program for children JUN 22 | WED | 6–7 P.M. | FREE with special needs. The goal of this program is to provide students with a structured aquatic experience designed to make them feel comfortable and safe while swimming. Carole Wolf, a S.D.-certified teacher with a KIDS' NITE IN THE PARK FREE master’s degree in adaptive aquatics, will be conducting MCKENNAN PARK the classes. Classes will be a one-to-one student-to- AGES: 6–9 instructor ratio for a 30-minute lesson. First-come, first- Come and experience the beauty of McKennan Park served. Register by June 24 by calling Ruben at 605-367- while your kids have some fun. Who would want to 7665. For additional questions, please call Carole Wolf, miss the fun of these events? Your family can enjoy a instructor, at 605-261-5716. Registration required. park full of old-time carnival games, inflatables, and summer fun. Bring your kids or “kid-like spirit.” No JUL 5–JUL 28 | TUE, THU | 1–3:30 P.M. | FREE registration required. Activities include: • 6–8 p.m.: Kids’ art show and sale; kids’ carnival GENERATION POUND booths of skill and challenge throughout the park LEVITT SHELL AGES: 6–12 • 7 p.m.: Featured entertainment by Storyland Generation POUND® is a youth-oriented program Children’s Theatre that fuses movement and music to improve focus, JUN 28 | TUE | 6–8 P.M. | FREE coordination, physical fitness, and teamwork skills. By combining exercise and interactive activities, students JUL 26 | TUE | 6–8 P.M. | FREE will learn new ways to explore movement, embrace their creativity, and ROCK OUT—ultimately building strength, confidence, and self-awareness. This class is led by KIDS' ART SHOW & SALE FREE POUND PRO Chelsie Lind. Registration required. MCKENNAN PARK AGES: 4–17 JUL 6–AUG 17 | WED | 9–10 A.M. | $60 PER SERIES Are you creative? Do you like to paint, draw, work with wood, make bracelets, or any kind of crafty treasures? Here is a premier opportunity for local CROSSOVER DODGEBALLFREE artisans 17 years and younger to display and/or sell MEMORIAL HOCKEY PEN your creations. No edible items may be sold. This AGES: 6–9 free-to-view art show is limited to young artists only. Dodgeball but with a twist! This game puts a new twist Registration required. to the beloved game of dodgeball! Crossover dodgeball rules consist of eliminating the rule of having to sit JUN 28 | TUE | 6–8 P.M. | FREE out when you get hit. Instead when you get hit, you JUL 26 | TUE | 6–8 P.M. | FREE are still in—for the other team! The side that ends with everyone on that side wins! Registration required. JUL 12 | TUE | 6:30–7:30 P.M. | FREE 8 siouxfalls.org/parks
YOUTH CONTINUED STREAM STUDY ANIMAL ADVENTURES LEGACY PARK ARROWHEAD PARK AGES: 6–9 AGES: 6–9 Streams provide countless benefits to humans, plants, Have you ever wondered how a bird makes their nest, and animals. Come out and learn all about our streams how turtles get warm, or how bees communicate? right here in Sioux Falls and how we can protect them! We will transform ourselves into different animals to Discover unique microscopic aquatic insects that allow learn about their unique adaptations and how they us to determine the quality of our streams. We will perform different daily activities as we search for them be near the stream; please wear appropriate shoes! throughout our parks! Registration required. Parent participation required. Registration required. JUL 25 | MON | 6–7 P.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 13 | WED | 10–11 A.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT GIRLS' BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINIC YOUTH OUTDOOR PICKLEBALL FREE KENNY ANDERSON C.C. MEMORIAL PARK AGES: 6–9 AGES: 6–9 Improve your basketball skills That’s right! Pickleball outside! Calling all beginners or over the summer at our two-day experienced youth of the game to join us at Memorial skills clinic. Work on dribbling, Park for some Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun paddle passing, and shooting with daily sport, designed for all ages and skill levels. With simple drills. We will end each day with rules and elements of tennis, badminton, and ping- contests. Leave with things you pong, the game is easy for beginners but quick and can continue working on to competitive for more experienced players. Join us for a make you a better player next Thursday of Pickleball and put your skills to the test in season. Registration required. this pickup game format! No registration required. AUG 15–16 | MON–TUE | 9:30–10:30 A.M. | $10 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 14 | THU | 6:30–7:30 P.M. | FREE BOYS' BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINIC STORYLAND THEATER CAMP KENNY ANDERSON C.C. MCKENNAN PARK BANDSHELL AGES: 6–9 AGES: 8–12 Improve your basketball You’ve seen us up on the bandshell stage at McKennan skills over the summer at Park. Now it’s your turn to come on up and be in the our two-day skills camp. show! Grow your theater skills and work with some Work on dribbling, passing, of your favorite Storyland cast members for a week of and shooting with daily theater games, improvisational exercises, silly songs, drills. We will end each day and rehearsal. Come backstage and help us create with contests. Leave with the magic of children’s theatre by creating props, things you can continue costumes, and characters that will showcase your working on to make you a talent in a final performance Thursday evening at 7 in better player next season. the park. Registration required. Registration required. JUL 18–21 | MON–THU | 1–5 P.M. | $50 PER PARTICIPANT AUG 15–16 | MON–TUE | 11 A.M.–12 NOON | $10 PER PARTICIPANT LOOKING FOR A FUN BIRTHDAY PARTY IDEA? FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PARTY PACKAGES AT THE MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER, VISIT: midcoaquaticcenter.org/party-rental SUMMER 2022 9
TEEN/TWEEN AGES 10–17 4-SQUARE VOLLEYBALL FREE POND ECOLOGY AGES: 10–12 ARROWHEAD PARK Let’s get outside and play a new game! 4-square AGES: 10–12 volleyball is played like traditional volleyball but on four Pond ecosystems are filled with life! Let’s explore connected courts. Object is similar to 4-square in that the many animals that call ponds their home. We will the team or individual with the least amount of points observe life within this exciting habitat through sensory wins. This activity combines the ever popular 4-square activities, hands-on activities, and we will keep a with a game that others enjoy—volleyball. Join us for journal of our findings. Registration required. some fun! Registration required. JUL 20 | WED | 10–11 A.M. | $5 PARTICIPANT JUN 9 | THU | 6:30–7:30 P.M. | MELDRUM PARK | FREE JUL 9 | SAT | 10:30–11:30 A.M. | BAKKER PARK | FREE TWEEN OUTDOOR PICKLEBALL FREE RIVERDALE PARK AGES: 10–12 That’s right! Pickleball outside! Calling all beginners or experienced tweens of the game to join us at Riverdale Park for some Pickleball. Pickleball is a fun paddle sport, designed for all ages and skill levels. With simple rules and elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, the game is easy for beginners but quick and competitive for more experienced players. Join us for a Saturday of Pickleball and put your skills to the test in this pickup LAP SWIMMING/WATER WALKING FOR game format! No registration required. TEENS AND ADULTS JUL 30 | SAT | 11 A.M.–12 NOON | FREE AGES: 13+ This is an independent workout allowing the participant the freedom to work out at their own pace in the pool. No registration required. Participants will need to have CAMPING 101 FOR TEENS an active swim pass or pay daily admission rates. GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK AGES: 13–17 JUN 6–AUG 12 | MON, TUE, THU, FRI | 11 A.M.–12:50 P.M. Camping is an amazing way to gain respect for nature DRAKE SPRINGS while learning about teamwork and getting necessary exercise. Teens will learn the basics of camping while JUN 8–AUG 10 | WED | 11 A.M.–12:15 P.M. | DRAKE SPRINGS developing new practical skills to use in their future. JUN 6–AUG 12** | MON–FRI | 5–6:30 P.M. | FRANK OLSON Registration required. Dress comfortably for the **FAMILY SWIM WILL BE HELD AT THE SAME TIME outdoors. Registration required. AUG 8–19 | MON–FRI | 11 A.M.–12:50 P.M. | DRAKE SPRINGS AUG 4 | THU | 6–7 P.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT TWEEN TREK: BACKPACKING 101 FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS TOMAR PARK FRED DAWLEY PARK AGES: 10–12 AGES: 10–12 Backpacking helps tweens develop important In recognition of National Friendship Day, we will gather transferable skills including good communication, to make friendship bracelets for those special people in leadership, trust, and teamwork! While learning the key your lives. Grab your bestie and join us for an afternoon concepts to a safe and fun backpacking trip, we will hike of fun and friendship. Each child will leave with at least the trails utilizing our senses and field observation skills. the start of two friendship bracelets in various patterns. Registration required. Registration required. JUN 25 | SAT | 10–11 A.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT AUG 7 | SUN | 1–2 P.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT 10 siouxfalls.org/parks
ADULT AGES 18+ WARM WATER: AQUA FIT MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER AGES: 18+ This warm water fitness class is sure to keep you on your toes! We will engage your entire body using the water and equipment for resistance. This is YOUR workout, so it can be light to high intensity depending on what you are looking for. The instructor is here to push you and guide you, but know that YOU are ultimately in control of your moves. We will use noodles, fans, gloves, and other equipment to keep the class fun and engaging. Registration required. BOGA FIT MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER MAY 25–JUN 22 | MON, WED | 9–9:45 A.M. | $35 PER SERIES AGES: 18+ *NO CLASS 5/30 Float your fitness with this fun water workout that will MAY 25–JUN 22 | MON, WED | 10–10:45 A.M. | $35 PER SERIES challenge core muscles and balance. This mat floats on top of the water and allows you to get a full body workout on *NO CLASS 5/30 an unstable surface. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to class MAY 31–JUN 30 | TUE, THU | 9–9:45 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES start time to allow time to get on and acclimated to your MAY 31–JUN 30 | TUE, THU | 10–10:45 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES board. Active wear over your swimwear recommended. JUN 27–AUG 1 | MON, WED | 9–9:45 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES Classes will take place in the Sanford Health 50 Meter Pool. Be ready to get wet! Registration required. *NO CLASS 7/4 JUN 27–AUG 1 | MON, WED | 10–10:45 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES MAY 8 – JUN 26 | SUN | 4-4:45 P.M. | $30 PER SERIES *NO CLASS 7/4 *NO CLASS 5/15, 5/29 JUL 5–AUG 4 | TUE, THU | 9–9:45 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES JUL 5–AUG 4 | TUE, THU | 10–10:45 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES GOOD MORNING YOGA SPELLERBERG PARK AGES: 18+ DEEP WATER: AQUA FIT Lose the “I slept wrong” stiffness and soreness. Clear MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER the morning fog and grogginess. Join us Mondays and AGES: 18+ Wednesdays for a series of smooth morning stretches This deep water fitness class is meant to be high- and flows that get you feeling good and ready to intensity! Don’t let the deep water be a fear, everyone sail through your day! No previous yoga experience will be wearing a flotation belt during class. This necessary. We’ll start easy and easily progress to some is a fun and challenging class that is full of cardio, slightly more challenging sequences. Start your day muscular, and respiratory endurance. You may use relaxed and focused. Class will be held outdoors when flippers, kickboards, gloves, noodles, and other weather permits to catch those summer rays; we’ll equipment during class. You are sure to sweat, but you move it inside to the Midco® Aquatic Center when we don’t need to get your hair wet! Registration required. need to! Registration required. MAY 25–JUL 27 | WED | 5:45–6:30 P.M. | $45 PER SERIES MAY 23–JUN 27 | MON, WED | 8–9 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES MAY 31–JUN 30 | TUE, THU | 5:45–6:30 A.M. | $45 PER SERIES *NO CLASS 5/30 JUL 5–JULY 28 | TUE, THU | 9–9:45 A.M. | $35 PER SERIES FOR INFORMATION ON AQUATICS CLASSES AND EVENTS AT MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER, VISIT midcoaquaticcenter.org SUMMER 2022 11
ADULT CONTINUED YOGA IN THE PARK FR EE AGES: 18+ TERRACE PARK Come enjoy our beautiful park system and take a deep breath of fresh air with us while gaining flexibility, better posture, and learning stress-relieving moves through yoga! We are excited to partner with local yoga studios to provide an all ages and levels session. Each session hosted by a different instructor. No registration required. BUNCO FREE AGES: 18+ MAY 28 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | FRONTIER WELLNESS Bunco is a parlor game played in teams with three dice. When you roll “three of a kind” of the number JUN 11 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | SARAH BRUXVOORT YOGA you are currently rolling, this is a Bunco. Join us for the & RETREATS socialization and the chance to meet new people as we JUN 25 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | SANFORD WELLNESS enjoy nature, the fresh air, and playing this fast-paced JUL 9 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | BARRE3 dice game. Registration required. JUL 23 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | AMT HOT TRAINING STUDIO JUN 8 | WED | 6–8 P.M. | MORNINGSIDE C.C. | FREE AUG 6 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | AMT HOT TRAINING STUDIO JUL 13 | WED | 6–8 P.M. | OYATE C.C. | FREE AUG 20 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | SANFORD WELLNESS AUG 10 | WED | 6–8 P.M. | KUEHN C.C. | FREE SEP 3 | SAT | 8–9 A.M. | FREE | BARRE3 HIMALAYAN SINGING BOWL MEDITATION HYDRORIDERS AGES: 18+ MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER The Himalayan singing bowls are used as a relaxation AGES: 18+ meditation. They soothe the body and mind using sound Spin your wheels in the water! We’re talking about and vibration through a process called entrainment. As cycling on a water bike. This music-driven cardio ride the bowls are played, the energy of the body comes to will be sure to challenge you as we incorporate upper a resting state; the mind drifts and the physical body body strength training for a total body workout. Water releases tension, stress, and anxiety. This class is led by shoes or socks recommended. Registration required. our singing bowl specialist Deb Yoder. Bring a mat to lay on for your comfort. Registration required. JUN 1–JUN 24 | WED, FRI | 5:45–6:30 A.M. | $35 PER SERIES JUN 29–JUL 29 | WED, FRI | 5:45–6:30 A.M. | $35 PER SERIES JUN 9 | THU | 7–8 P.M. | KUEHN C.C. | $10 PER PARTICIPANT *NO CLASS 7/8 JUL 7 | THU | 7–8 P.M. | OYATE C.C. | $10 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 14 | THU | 7–8 P.M. | MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER $10 PER PARTICIPANT YOGA NIDRA WITH HIMALAYAN JUL 28 | THU | 7–8 P.M. | TERRACE PARK–JAPANESE GARDENS SINGING BOWLS $10 PER PARTICIPANT MORNINGSIDE C.C. AUG 11 | THU | 7–8 P.M. | KENNY ANDERSON C.C. AGES: 18+ $10 PER PARTICIPANT Enjoy an hour of guided sound meditation with the Himalayan singing bowls. Lay on a mat and listen as a text (Nidra) is read, bringing you to an awareness of your body, breath, and mind while the sounds of BINGO + ESSENTIAL OILS FREE MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER the bowls wash over you, melting away stress and AGES: 18+ tension. The bowl meditation is led by our singing Come to learn about essential oils while playing BINGO! bowl specialist Deb Yoder, and the Nidra is read You’ll learn about some of the top products, hear by our yoga instructor, Teresa Hoien. Registration powerful testimonies, and have a chance to win some required. Bring a mat to lay on for your comfort. oily prizes! This class is led by Essential Oils specialist Registration required. Emily Paulsen. Registration required. JUN 4 | SAT | 9–10 A.M. | MORNINGSIDE C.C. | $15 PER PARTICIPANT JUN 14 | TUE | 6–7 P.M. | FREE JUN 8 | WED | 7–8 P.M. | KUEHN C.C. | $15 PER PARTICIPANT 12 siouxfalls.org/parks
ADULT CONTINUED MEAL PREP 101 FREE 4TH OF JULY CRAFTING MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER FRANK OLSON PARK AGES: 18+ AGES: 18+ Meal planning made easy. There are several benefits to Do you need some new decorations for the 4th of planning your meals ahead of time—saving time is one July? Join Parks and Recreation for a fun afternoon of that many appreciate most! Filling your week with foods crafting. We will be using mason jars and wine bottles that fuel your body and having a plan to get them on to create some great treasures for you to display the table doesn’t have to feel like a daunting task. The at your Independence Day celebration this year. following meal planning tips will help break down this Registration required. process so that you can feel confident to stay on track with your goals for the week. This class is in partnership JUN 19 | SUN | 1–2 P.M. | $8 PER PARTICIPANT with Sanford Profile. Registration required. JUNE 14 | TUE | 6–7 P.M. | FREE SUMMER SOLSTICE FREE GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK AGES: 18+ WATER AEROBICS Salute the sun and join in on this class in partnership with Sanford Health for South Dakota’s second KUEHN POOL citywide celebration of the International Day of AGES: 18+ Yoga! The Summer Solstice (June 21), designated This class focuses on conditioning, strength, endurance, the Day of Yoga by the United Nations General and stretch components. Equipment may be used. Assembly in 2014, has been celebrated around You’ll develop increased flexibility and range of the world since 2015 with the completion of 108 motion through a total body workout. Participants are Sun Salutations. We will be using several different encouraged to work within their own range of motion. versions of Sun Salutations to ease the repetition Registration required. and dividing the time, so you can join in and take JUN 15–AUG 3 | WED | 12–12:45 P.M. | $35 PER SERIES breaks as needed. Want to try for all 108? Start small, and add salutations in increments . . . as if you were training for a marathon! We will start at 7:30 p.m. and AQUA FITNESS FREE plan to finish just as the sun sets over Sioux Falls. Registration required. DRAKE SPRINGS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER AGES: 18+ JUN 21 | TUE | 7:30–9:30 P.M. | FREE Need a reason to get outside and exercise over the noon hour? This 30-minute, high-intensity workout is for you! Using a variety of different water exercises, this power-packed class will be both fun and challenging. No YOGA AT THE LEVITT FREE LEVITT SHELL registration required. AGES: 16+ JUN 15–AUG 3 | WED | 12:15–12:45 P.M. | FREE Come celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with yoga at one of our new and exciting sites in town. Join us for a relaxing yoga session where all ages LOW IMPACT ARTHRITIS AQUATICS and levels are welcome. Each session will be led by a different yoga partner in town. Weather permitting. No MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER registration required. AGES: 18+ This recreational group exercise class emphasizes JUL 6 | WED | 6–6:45 P.M. | FREE | BARRE3 flexibility, muscle strength, cardiovascular, balance and JUL 13 | WED | 6–6:45 P.M. | FREE | SANFORD WELLNESS coordination activities. We also work to reduce arthritis joint pain and stiffness, accommodating participants JUL 20 | WED | 6–6:45 P.M. | FREE | SARAH BRUXVOORT of different abilities by regulating progression from low YOGA & RETREATS to moderate intensity. Resistance equipment is used to JUL 27 | WED | 6–6:45 P.M. | FREE | AMT HOT TRAINING STUDIO help build strength and endurance. Class will be held in the warm water pool. Registration required. JUN 17–AUG 12 | FRI | 10–10:45 A.M. | $35 PER PERSON *NO CLASS 7/1 SUMMER 2022 13
ADULT CONTINUED LAZY 5K ESSENTIAL OILS FOR CAR AND FREE DRAKE SPRINGS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER AGES: 18+ OUTDOOR TRAVEL Looking for a challenge? We have one for you. Instead RIVERDALE PARK SHELTER of hitting the trails for a 5K this summer, join Sioux Falls AGES: 18+ Parks and Recreation for one in the river! Not the Big Road trips are the best . . . unless you don’t travel well. Sioux River, but the lazy river at Drake Springs Family Learn about the best essential oils to bring with for Aquatic Center. Enjoy the challenge of running a 5K those nauseous feelings, energy slumps on the road, against the current! Not interested in completing 44 laps and to promote a peaceful aroma for kids to sleep. We’ll on your own? No worries. Grab a friend and create a two- also talk about the best oils for soothing a sunburn, person or four-person relay. Open to first 100 registrants. making an insect repellent, and a bite stick to relieve Register early for a T-shirt! Registration required. those scratchy bumps. This class is led by Essential Oils specialist Emily Paulsen. Registration required. JUL 7 | THU | 7–9 P.M. | $10 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 21 | THU | 7–9 P.M. | $10 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 12 | TUE | 6–7 P.M. | FREE AUG 2 | TUE | 7–9 P.M. | $10 PER PARTICIPANT HIKE + YOGA WITH DAKOTAH YOGA GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK AGES: 18+ Take your yoga practice to the trails! Hike + Yoga is an hour and a half hiking and yoga experience created to help you connect with nature, community, and your inner self. We will carry our items with us as we adventure onto the trails to find a serene place to lay our mats. Come expecting a yoga flow for all levels in the midst of nature to complement our hiking experience. Trail is of moderate difficulty, so sturdy tennis shoes or boots are recommended. THINGS TO BRING: A POUND ROCKOUT WORKOUT backpack with water, sunscreen, bug spray, and a towel/ AGES: 16+ mat to practice on. Please plan to arrive 5 minutes early Channel your inner rock star with this cardio jam to check in as we will head out on the trails promptly at session inspired by the energizing, infectious, and sweat 9 a.m. Registration required. dripping fun of playing the drums. Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating JUL 30 | SAT | 9–10:30 A.M. | $15 PER PARTICIPANT full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix, lightly weighted drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND ATHLETES AND OILS FREE MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way AGES: 18+ of working out. Designed for all fitness levels, POUND From yoga to running/cycling to weight lifting . . . there’s provides the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, an oil for that! Come and learn my favorite ways to getting energized, toning up, and rockin’ out! The support muscle recovery and soreness, increase energy workout is easily modifiable and the alternative vibe and and stamina, create the most zen savasana, and my welcoming philosophy appeals to men and women of all favorite oil to use before a workout to help increase ages and abilities. Get excited! Registration required. oxygen intake. This class is led by Essential Oils specialist JUL 9 | SAT | 9–10 A.M. | MCKENNAN PARK BANDSHELL Emily Paulsen. Registration required. $10 PER PARTICIPANT AUG 9 | TUE | 6–7 P.M. | FREE JUL 16 | SAT | 9–10 A.M. | LEVITT SHELL | $10 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 23 | SAT | 9–10 A.M. | LEVITT SHELL | $10 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 30 | SAT | 9–10 A.M. | LEVITT SHELL | $10 PER PARTICIPANT 14 siouxfalls.org/parks
ADULT CONTINUED FOOTVOLLEY FREE SPENCER PARK AGES: 18+ Do you love playing volleyball and you’re passionate about soccer too, why not try both? Introducing for the first time to Sioux Falls, our newest sport, Footvolley. This “samba” filled sport was created in Brazil and mixes multiple aspects from both volleyball and soccer. Footvolley combines field rules that are based on those of beach volleyball while having ball-touch rules used in soccer. Essentially, footvolley is beach volleyball except players are not allowed to use their hands, and a football replaces the volleyball. Come try out this perfect combination of summer sand volleyball and all the skills of soccer in this pickup format. Registration required. AUG 10 | WED | 6–7:30 P.M. | FREE ARE YOU LOOKING TO VOLUNTEER AS A GROUP OR COMPANY? VISIT siouxfalls.org/parkvolunteer ART & BEAUTY OF VINYL MUSIC MARICAR C.C. AGES: 18+ MINIMUM AGE TO VOLUNTEER IS August 12 is National Vinyl Record Day! Vinyl records 13. VOLUNTEERS UNDER THE AGE are overtaking the world once again. Listening to OF 16 MUST BE ACCOMPANIED music on vinyl is believed to have a rich sound that soothes the soul. Come out and enjoy the relaxing BY AN ADULT THAT IS AT LEAST 21 reverberations of vinyl music while creating a gorgeous YEARS OLD. DIY dream catcher made from old inoperative records! Registration required. AUG 12 | FRI | 6–7 P.M. | $8 PER PARTICIPANT SUMMER 2022 15
SENIOR AGES 55+ SENIOR GAMES SOCIAL SATURDAYS FOR SENIORS MORNINGSIDE C.C. DRAKE SPRINGS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER Track and field, golf, bowling, pickleball, and many AGES: 55+ more activities designed just for seniors are open for Join us on select Saturdays to socialize and exercise! participation. Join your friends for fun, competition, and This opportunity at Drake Springs will not only exercise fellowship during the most active days of the summer. your body, but your mind too! From 10–11 a.m. we will Local competition leads to state and national games. have an organized fitness class, and from 11 a.m.–12 p.m. The games also have groups for ages 40–44 and you are free to enjoy the current channel or lap swim. No 45–50. registration required. Participants will need to have an Information and Registration: Brochure available at active swim pass or pay daily admission rates. www.siouxfalls.org/senior–games or call 978–6927 JUN 25 | SAT | 10 A.M.–12 NOON for details. JUL 16 | SAT | 10 A.M.–12 NOON Early Registration Deadline: 5 p.m., Friday, May 13 AUG 6 | SAT | 10 A.M.–12 NOON Fee: $10 for early registration; $15 after May 13. Bowling and golfing have additional fees that are payable at time of event. JUN 2 | THU | 4–7 P.M. JUN 3 | FRI | 8 A.M.–7 P.M. JUN 4 | SAT | 8 A.M.–5 P.M A MATTER OF BALANCE FR EE MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER AGES: 50+ Join us and Sanford Health on this award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. During this class you will learn: how to set goals for increasing activity, reduce fall risks at home, exercise to increase strength and balance, and how to safely get up if you fall. We BIRDING WALK FREE recommend this program to anyone interested in GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK improving balance, flexibility, and strength as well as AGES: 55+ anyone that has restricted their activities because of Birds are a piece of nature that are always around falling concerns. Registration required. us. Through every season, in your backyard, at the lake, or even in the city, birds are all around you. If JUN 6–AUG 1 | MON | 1:30–3:30 P.M. | FREE *NO CLASS 7/4 you have always wanted to learn more about the birds that you see every day, join us on our walk and you can learn how to spot and identify these flying creatures. On our walk, you can take in all FOR INFORMATION ABOUT that nature has to offer while enjoying the sights COMMUNITY CENTERS and sounds of some of South Dakota’s wildlife. AND OPEN GYMS, VISIT Registration required. siouxfalls.org/community-centers JUL 18 | MON | 5:30–6:30 P.M. | FREE 16 siouxfalls.org/parks
ALL AGES MOBILE RECREATION UNIT ALL AGES Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation’s Mobile Recreation Unit provides free activities for the young and young at heart of Sioux Falls. Operating year-round, teams of trained Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation staff travel throughout the city of Sioux Falls to provide structured activities for all ages. The Mobile Recreation Unit is stocked with a variety of activities such as yard games, balls, crafts, a gaga pit, AFTERNOON OPEN REC FREE and more. ALL AGES For more information, including a list of dates, times, Beat the heat by joining us inside for some fun! Burn and locations, visit https://siouxfalls.org/parks/mobile- some energy in our large gyms over a game of basketball recreation-unit. or other open play. Enjoy our game rooms filled with board games, toys, pool table, air hockey, foosball, and more. Surf the web on our public computers. All ages are welcome; individuals 6 years and younger must be supervised by someone 16 years or older. No registration AN OAK TREE'S 100TH YEAR FREE required. We will be closed Monday, July 4. MCKENNAN PARK ALL AGES JUN 6–AUG 5 | MON–FRI | 1–5 P.M. | KENNY ANDERSON C.C. | FREE 100 years ago, the History Club of Sioux Falls planted an JUN 6–AUG 5 | MON–FRI | 1–5 P.M. | MARICAR C.C. | FREE oak tree in McKennan Park to commemorate those who served in WWI and that tree still stands today providing JUN 6–AUG 5 | MON–FRI | 1–5 P.M. | OYATE C.C. | FREE shade to everyone who enjoys the park. Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation along with the History Club of Sioux Falls invites guests to celebrate this magnificent ROAD RACES FREE oak tree’s 100 years in the park by enjoying light SPENCER PARK refreshments while speaking with members of the Sioux AGES: 6+ Falls Parks and Recreation’s Forestry team, members Join the fun and competition of Monday night road of the History Club of Sioux Falls, as well as a WWI races for all ages. Races will be 3,000 and 5,000 reenactor. A short presentation will take place at 2 p.m. meters. They will follow the greenway recreation trail. under the shade of the oak tree that has been gracing No registration required. the park since 1922. No registration required. JUN 6, 13, 20, 27 | MON | 6:30 P.M. | FREE MAY 15 | SUN | 1:30–3 P.M. | FREE INTRO TO ARCHERY FREE WIGGLE BRIDGE GREAT BEAR RECREATION PARK OUTDOOR ALL AGES ARCHERY RANGE Did you ever dream about walking on water? With our ALL AGES new Wibit® Wiggle Bridge, you can—if you are able to Interested in trying archery for the first time? Come out keep your balance! The Wiggle Bridge will be making to the Great Bear Archery Range and give it a shot! Our stops at two different pools this summer. Participants trained Recreation Program Specialist will be present will need to have an active swim pass or pay daily to help make this a great first-time experience for you. admission rates. Registry required. JUN 6–JUL 1 | 6:30–8 P.M. | FRANK OLSON POOL JUN 8 | WED | 6-7 P.M. | FREE JUL 5–JUL 29 | 6:30–8 P.M. | KUEHN POOL JUL 13 | WED | 6-7 P.M. | FREE AUG 10 | WED | 6-7 P.M. | FREE SUMMER 2022 17
ALL AGES CONTINUED ARTIST PUP BADGES, BOOKS, AND THINGS THAT BOUNCE FREE SPENCER PARK LION'S CENTENNIAL PARK ALL AGES ALL AGES Let your dog’s inner artist shine! Come out to this Enjoy a summer evening in the park while seeing outdoor class where your dog will get a healthy treat friendly faces you may see around the neighborhood and you will get a long-lasting memory of your pup. during the summer and throughout the year. Dogs will use their tongues to create a stunning art Participants will have the chance to catch a glimpse piece with sunflower butter, paint, Ziploc bags, and into the work of firefighters at Station 9, meet officers canvases! Registration required. Please bring your from Sioux Falls Police Department, check out a book dog on a leash for this activity. from Siouxland Libraries’ Bookmobile, and enjoy some summer games with Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation’s JUN 9 | THU | 6–7 P.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT Mobile Recreation Unit. No registration required. JUN 16 | THU | 6–8 P.M. | FREE PADDLING FAIR FR EE FAMILY PARK ALL AGES DASH FOR DONUTS WITH DAD FREE Paddling is a great way to improve cardiovascular fitness MORNINGSIDE PARK while enjoying the beauty of the outdoors. Kayaks will ALL AGES be available on a first-come, first-served basis to those Enjoy this fun run with all of your favorite things in interested in trying out the sport of paddling. Boats, one place: dad, running, and donuts! This fun run will paddles, lifejackets, and on-water guidance provided include one lap around Morningside Park for a half mile by S.D. Canoe & Kayak Association, Nyberg’s ACE, or two laps around for a full mile. You will take this run King Kayak Rentals, and Sioux Empire Paddlers. No with your dad. Enjoy some fresh air and exercise with registration required. your dad. After passing the finish line, dine on a donut with your dad. What a great way to kick off Father’s Day JUN 12 | SUN | 1–4 P.M. | FREE weekend. Registration required. JUN 18 | SAT | 10 A.M. | FREE FAMILY FISHING SATURDAYS FREE FAMILY PARK ALL AGES Did you know spending quality time with nature could reduce stress and enhance quality of life? Fishing is a great way to connect with nature and simply relax. Join us Saturdays in June and July to spend your morning fishing at Family Park. Fishing poles and bait will be supplied on a first-come, first-served basis. No registration required. This program is a joint project of SD Game Fish & Parks, The Outdoor Campus, and SFPR. No registration required. DIVE-IN MOVIES FREE LAUREL OAK FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER JUN 18–JUL 30 | SAT | 9–11 A.M. | FREE ALL AGES Our outdoor “swimming cinema” returns! All movies are free, but to be in the water you will need to have an air mattress. There will be seating on the deck for FOR INFORMATION ON others. Games will start at 8 p.m. and show times will AQUATICS CLASSES AND EVENTS AT start at approximately 9 p.m. No registration required. MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER, VISIT JUN 14 | TUE | 8–10:30 P.M. | FREE | MOANA midcoaquaticcenter.org JUL 12 | TUE | 8–10:30 P.M. | FREE | LITTLE MERMAID 18 siouxfalls.org/parks
ALL AGES CONTINUED WIBIT® EVENTS FREE FAMILY FRIDAYS FREE MIDCO® AQUATIC CENTER ALL AGES ALL AGES Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation will be hosting Free A Wibit® is an inflatable water feature that can be used Family Fridays at all pools this summer. On these in the water to create additional fun for all ages! No special nights, we will be extending our family swim registration required. Participants will need to have an time, so grab your parents and join us for these free active swim pass or pay daily admission rates. admission nights from 6:30–8 p.m. Enjoy Wibits®, yard games, and so much more! This will also give you JUN 19 | SUN | 12 NOON–5 P.M. a chance to see how much fun our pools are and a JUL 17 | SUN | 12 NOON–5 P.M. chance to meet our friendly staff. LAP LANES MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE WHEN THE ACTION JUL 8 | FRI | 6:30–8 P.M. | FRANK OLSON POOL | FREE TOWER IS IN USE JUL 15 | FRI | 6:30–8 P.M. TERRACE PARK FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER | FREE FAMILY BINGO IN THE PARK FREE JUL 22 | FRI | 6:30–8 P.M. GALWAY PARK LAUREL OAK FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER | FREE ALL AGES JUL 29 | FRI | 6:30–8 P.M. | KUEHN POOL | FREE Get ready to celebrate BINGO! In recognition of AUG 5 | FRI | 6:30–8 P.M. National BINGO Day, we are going to gather to dedicate a few hours to the game. We will play many DRAKE SPRINGS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER | FREE versions of BINGO from 5 in a row, 4 corners, postage stamp, blackout, and many others. Gather your family members and come to the park for a great time. No HYDRANT BLOCK PARTY FREE registration required. ALL AGES Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, Sioux Falls Police, Siouxland JUN 27 | MON | 6–8 P.M. | FREE Libraries, and Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation will be coming to neighborhoods this summer to beat the heat and bring the fun! Keep cool and have a blast by enjoying water sprays, music, games, and a book to read. No registration required. JUL 14 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | BAKKER PARK | FREE JUL 21 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | LINWOOD PARK | FREE JUL 28 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | HAYWARD PARK | FREE AUG 4 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | PRAIRIE TRAIL PARK | FREE AUG 11 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | JEFFERSON PARK | FREE AUG 18 | THU | 1–3 P.M. | WHITTIER PARK | FREE 4TH OF JULY BIKE DECORATING PUP-A-THON 5K VAN EPS PARK SPENCER PARK ALL AGES ALL AGES What better way to be involved in celebrating July is National Pet Hydration Awareness Month! Join Independence Day, than by having your very own us with your pup for a 5K in support of keeping our decorated bike to celebrate the day! You bring the pets healthy and hydrated! Runners who are registered bike, we will provide the decorations. Then, celebrate by 12 noon on June 25 will receive a T-shirt for the 4th of July by riding your creation for all to see. participating. 5K begins promptly at 8 a.m. and check- Registration required. in begins at 7:30 a.m. Registration required. JUL 2 | SAT | 3:30-4:30 P.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT JUL 16 | SAT | 8 A.M. | $5 PER PARTICIPANT SUMMER 2022 19
ALL AGES CONTINUED THE GREAT CARDBOARD BOAT RACE FREE YOUTH TRIATHLON TRAINING KUEHN POOL KUEHN PARK/POOL ALL AGES AGES: 6-18 Five age divisions. All boats will be judged based on If you are planning on competing in the Youth Triathlon, creativity, sea-worthiness, and quickest to sink! Each or just want to learn what it’s all about, this is for you. boat will need up to two participants to commandeer Practice your swimming, biking, and running skills the course. Boats must be constructed using corrugated while getting tips on how to improve. Bring your cardboard and duct tape. No wood, Styrofoam, swimsuit, towel, bike, helmet, and running shoes fiberglass, paint, or plastic. Life jackets for this event each day. Tuesday's class will focus on swimming will be provided and must be worn by contestants. and practice transitioning to bike. Wednesday's class Swimsuits required. Registration required. will focus on bike etiquette, riding the bike route, and ending with running route. ERIK’s Bike Shop will be JUL 30 | SAT | 9 A.M. | BOAT CHECK-IN TIME | FREE at the training on Tuesday to help with free basic bike JUL 30 | SAT | 10 A.M. | RACE TIME fits and bike safety checks. Call 605-367-7665 with questions. Registration required. AUG 9–10 | TUE–WED | 10–11 A.M. | $20 PER PARTICIPANT DOGUST 1ST FREE AGES: 6–9 KIRBY DOG PARK ALL AGES AUG 9–10 | TUE–WED | 11 A.M.–12 NOON | $20 PER PARTICIPANT It is DOGust 1st! Celebrate the rescue of your best friend AGES: 10–18 at Kirby Dog Park for the universal birthday for shelter and rescue dogs. Socialize with other dog owners and their pups and even check out our dog photo opportunity! Sioux Falls Humane Society will be present with fun giveaways and promotional information. This event will also help us kick off our August Yappy Hours! No registration required. AUG 1 | MON | 5:30–7 P.M. | FREE PLAYTIME AT PIONEER FREE PIONEER PARK AGES: 9 AND UNDER Join us to have a wacky, wet, and wonderful time. On this special day, the spray park will be turning on one hour early. We will also have games, a craft to paint, and inflatables. So, pack a picnic and your swimsuit for a fun-filled day at Pioneer Park. No registration required. AUG 5 | FRI | 10 A.M.–12 NOON | FREE MOVIES IN THE PARK FREE YAPPY HOURS FREE ALL AGES SPENCER DOG PARK Enjoy Hollywood stars under the Sioux Falls night ALL AGES sky. Come early to find your spot and enjoy games for After a long day at work, come socialize with other dog the whole family before the movie starts. The Mobile lovers while the dogs socialize and play on an obstacle Recreation Unit will bring the games, which will start at course specifically provided for Yappy Hour! All leading 7:30 p.m. The movie will start at approximately 8:30 p.m. up to National Dog Day on August 26! A super fun FREE. No registration required. way to appreciate your beloved pet. Create unique handmade dog toys each week for your furry friend AUG 6 | SAT | MARION PARK | FREE | TOM AND JERRY (while supplies last). No registration required. AUG 20 | SAT | GRANITE VALLEY PARK | FREE | SPACE JAM AUG 11–25 | THU | 6–7 P.M. | FREE 20 siouxfalls.org/parks
ALL AGES CONTINUED YOUTH TRIATHLON KUEHN PARK/POOL AGES: 6-18 Presented by Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield. Swim, bike, and run in this fun mini triathlon. Registration: Register by July 22 to receive a t-shirt. Early registration fee is $15 through July 22. After July 22 the fee will be $20. As a reminder, 9 a.m. is packet pickup, and all participants must be there by this time! AUG 12 | FRI | 10 A.M. | $20 PER PARTICIPANT | AGES: 6–7 AUG 12 | FRI | 10:15 A.M. | $20 PER PARTICIPANT | AGES: 8–9 AUG 12 | FRI | 10:30 A.M. | $20 PER PARTICIPANT | AGES: 10–11 AUG 12 | FRI | 10:45 A.M. | $20 PER PARTICIPANT | AGES: 12–13 AUG 12 | FRI | 11 A.M. | $20 PER PARTICIPANT | AGES: 14–18 Make sure to stick around for the awards ceremony! Premium will have a drawing to win a bike for registered participants. Prizes will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each division and a drawing will be held for a $250 gift certificate from ERIK’s Bike Shop. ERIK’s Bike Shop will be on site to provide bike checks, minor tuning, and tire inflation prior to the race. Each preregistered participant will be provided with an ERIK’s Bike Shop water bottle and a $10 gift certificate. Bring your swimsuit, towel, bike, helmet, and running shoes. Back by popular demand: chip timing with splits and overall time! Call 605-367-7665 with questions. Vehicle parking and access: Use Kuehn pool lot entrance to drop off participant and equipment. Kuehn pool lot will be ADA parking only. Use Sioux Falls First Church lot at 41st Street and Kuehn Park Road or Kuehn Community Center lot at 2801 South Valley View Road. No parking in the Kuehn golf course parking lot! SWIMMING GONE TO THE DOGS FREE ALL AGES Laurel Oak and Terrace Park Aquatic Centers will each host a “dog-a-POOL-ooza.” We invite your dog to a fun-filled evening at the pool. Dogs will be required to bring their owners (no more than two dogs per owner), be current with their shots, and be ready to have a doggone good time! Dog off-leash rules will apply to this event. No swimming by dog owners. No registration required. TBD | LAUREL OAK FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER | FREE TBD | TERRACE FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER | FREE SUMMER 2022 21
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