GET ACTIVE!

Play sports, make friends, and have a blast!

 
 
 

Autumn Adventures

Breathe in that crisp fall air with us as we get outdoors and explore nature! Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Date: October 5, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Grades: K - 3rd
Location: Hesson Shelter
Fee: $15.00, s’mores provided

 

Basketball

Grades 1st-2nd will be placed on teams. Equal participation, fundamentals, and friendly competition. Boys league and girls league. Max of 32 players per division so sign up early! Parent/Volunteer Coaches will be needed! Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Practice Dates: January 8, 11, 15, 22, 29, February 5
Game Dates: January 18, 25, February 1, 8 (Thursdays)
Times: Girls-5:15 - 6:00 PM, Boys-6:15 - 7:00 PM
Location: Tilford Gym
Fee: $35.00, includes t-shirt

 

Basketball Skills Camp

Boys and girls in grades 3rd-5th will learn the fundamentals of basketball with our high school head coaches! Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: January 6 and January 13
Times: 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Location: Tilford Gym
Fee: $25.00, includes t-shirt and free admission to a V/S varsity game (only participant)

 

Baseball/Softball (1st - 2nd Grade) - 23-24 school year

Participants will be placed on teams and assigned coaches. Boys & girls play together. Parent/Volunteer Coaches are needed to make this program work! Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register. Practices start mid-May.
Game Dates: June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18
Game Times: 5:30 PM OR 7:00 PM
Location: Obermueller field at Kiwanis Park
Fee: $30.00, includes t-shirt

 

Baseball/Softball (3rd - 4th, 5th - 6th Grade) - 23-24 school year

We will be offering the opportunity to join a traveling baseball & softball team that will play games against other local communities.  Baseball team and softball team! Volunteer coaches are needed for this program. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register. Deadline to register: March 275!
Dates: May - June
Days: Baseball games-Monday & Wednesday evenings, Softball games-Tuesday & Thursday evenings
Fee: $50.00, includes jersey

 

Blastball

This program is a fun introduction to America’s favorite pastime of baseball/softball! Participants will have a BLAST as they learn to bat and field on teams of 4-6 players. No gloves are required but is recommended. There will be two sessions available. *Caregiver must participate with child. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24
Ages: 4 & 5, not Kindergarten (23-24 school year)
Session A: 5:00 - 5:50 PM, Session B: 6:00 - 6:50 PM
Location: Mark Miner field at Kiwanis Park
Fee: $20.00/session

 

Brush & Slush

Enjoy a cold slushie or two as you paint your next art masterpiece! Participants will get creative as they learn about and utilize a variety of paint mediums on two quality small canvases. Bring it home, hang it up, impress everyone. Beginners welcome! Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Date: March 2, 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Grades: 1st - 5th
Location: Skate Center
Fee: $25.00

 

Cheerleading

Participants will learn V/S cheers to perform during our VPRD football games!
Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Practice Dates: TBD
Perform Date: TBD
Fee: $35.00, includes t-shirt and pom poms

 

C.K. Quick Pro

Already made a toolbox with us? Come to our second half of Construction Kids to create other awesome projects! ***Parents are welcome to stay and participate. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Grades: 1st - 6th
Location: VPRD Park Shop
Fee: $25.00

 

Construction Kids

Participants will create awesome projects to take home in this creative experience. First project: a toolbox! There will be safety education about the use of many basic hand tools as well as hands on learning. ***Parents are welcome to stay and participate. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, December 2, 9, 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Grades: 1st - 6th
Location: VPRD Park Shop
Fee: $45.00

 

Esports Tournaments

All tournaments will be held in our Esports Lab at the Recreation Center. Pizza and pop are always included! Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: February 16, 2 pm for 1st - 4th grade
Location: Skate Center
Fee: $15.00/tournament

 

Flag Football

Are you ready for some football? You are invited to participate in this instructional program. Equal participation and fun for everyone. Participants will be placed on teams and assigned coaches. Volunteer Coaches/Parents will be needed! This program cannot run without your help! Practices for K division are at Tilford. Practices for 1st-2nd and 3rd-4th divisions are at Kiwanis Park. Games are held Sunday nights at Karr Field. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Practice Dates: TBD
Game Dates: TBD
Divisions: K, 1st and 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade
Fee: $35.00, includes t-shirt and mouthguard

 

Jr. Pickleball Clinic

Curious what this crazy game is you see people playing around town? Always wanted to play but afraid because you don’t know the rules or how to play? We’ve got the place for you! Come join us for an introductory course to all things pickleball. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: July 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: 11:00 AM - Noon
Grades: 3rd - 8th (23-24 school yr)
Fee: $20.00

 

Jr. Spikers Camp

Learn basic skills of game play including bumping, setting, serving, player positions, and rotations. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.  
Dates: 3 Sundays in September/October TBD
Fee: $25.00, includes t-shirt
Location: V/S Middle School gym

 

Kiddie Kickers

Learn the basics of dribbling, passing and scoring at our Kindergarten soccer camp!  *Caregiver must participate with child. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: May 13, 14, 16, 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Grade: Kindergarten
Location: field west of Tilford
Fee: $20.00, includes soccer ball

 

Little Dunkers

Learn the basics of dribbling, passing and shooting at our Kindergarten basketball camp! *Caregiver must participate with child. Max 25 participants. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: February 26, 27, 29, 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Grade: Kindergarten    
Location: Tilford Elementary gym
Fee: $20.00, includes small basketball

 

Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Meet

Let your children race to the finish at our local Live Healthy Iowa Kids Track Meet! Ages 7-14 year olds who finish first place in their event will be able to race at the Championship Meet in Marshall town. Must pre-register by May 3.
Date: May 8, 5:30 PM
Ages: 5 -14
Location: V/S High School track
Fee: free
Rain Date: May 11

 

Mini Golf League

Test out your putting skills in this mini golf league that will meet once a week in the month of July. Each participant will enjoy playing 18 holes of mini golf with friends. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: July 10, 17, 24, 31
Grades: 1st - 6th (23-24 school year)
Times: 11:00 - 11:45 AM
Fee: $25.00, includes snack

 

Nature Adventures

Interested in exploration and learning more about the great outdoors? Join us at Riverside Park! We will have arts and crafts, nature hikes, and scavenger hunts! Caregiver must participate with child. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: July 8, 15, 22
Time: 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Ages: 3 - 7 years old
Location: Hesson Shelter
Fee: $20.00

 

Party in the Park Tournaments - 23-24 school year

Get your teams together for our annual Dodgeball, Soap Hockey, and Pickleball tournaments!
Dates: June 29
Gaga Ball: K - 2nd, 3rd - 5th, 6th - 8th
Soap Hockey: 3rd - 5th, 6th - 8th
Pickleball: 3rd - 5th, 6th - 8th, 9th - 12th
Family Olympics - for the whole fam!
Fee: free, sign up day of

 

Pee-Wee Mini Sports

Play all the sports the big kids do! This program helps youngsters learn basic motor skills such as throwing, running, kicking, batting, and catching as well as the basic rules of major sports. *Caregiver must participate with child. Max 30 participants. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: January 22, 29, February 5, 12, 6:00 - 6:45 PM
Ages: 3 - 5
Location: Skate Center
Fee: $20.00

 

Slime Time

Put on some old clothes and be ready to get messy. We will make all kinds of slime, goo and glop. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Date: November 16, 10:00 - 11:30 AM
Grades: K - 4th
Location: Skate Center
Fee: $15.00

 

Summer Camp

Activities will include crafts, games, and tons of fun! Held rain or shine at the Hesson Shelter. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Session 1: June 3 - 13
Session 2: June 17 - 27
Days: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM - Noon
Grades: K - 4th (23-24 school yr)
Fee: $75.00/session

 

Swim Lessons

Please go to the Swimming Lessons page to learn more about our swim lessons! Must pre-register.

 

Tackle Football

A division of the Youth Sports Foundation is available to any Vinton and Shellsburg area youth entering into the 5th or 6th grade in the fall of 2024. The tackle football program begins in August and includes introduction skills for tackle football and a six game schedule. Games are held on Sundays, beginning in September. Registration is in April! Fee: $200

 

T-Ball (Kindergarten) - 23-24 school year

A great way to get your child introduced to the game of baseball. Learn the basic skills and be a part of a team. Volunteer Coaches/Parents will be needed! Two practices and four games. Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: May 30, June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 5:30 - 6:15 PM OR 6:30 - 7:15 PM
Location: Mark Miner field at Kiwanis Park
Fee: $30.00, includes t-shirt

 

Track Camp

On your marks…get set…GO! Little speedsters participating in this program will learn valuable track and field skills! This program is in partnership with the Vinton-Shellsburg High School Track Teams! Available only for V/S School District youth. Must pre-register.
Dates: April 17 and April 24, 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Grades: K - 6th
Location: V/S High School track
Fee: $10.00

 

Tot Lot Gym

Romp, stomp and play! We have the setup to meet your children’s activity and social needs this winter. With toddler toys ranging from ball and blocks to tunnels and mats, there is certainly no shortage of action here. Designed specifically for children pre-school age and younger.
Dates: November 2023 - March 2024
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 9:30 - 11:30 AM