Youth Programs

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The Arts Creative is partnering with Bloomington Parks and Recreation to host a half-day craft camp in August 2025. 

Participants will have the opportunity to create their own projects in this unique local art studio. 

• When: August 11-14, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. daily
• Where: 7700 W. Old Shakopee Rd. Suite 175
• Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
• Registration: Webtrac
  • Located under Craft and Splash Camp tab
  • Maximum number of participants: 25
  • Registration deadline: Monday, August 4
• Fee: Bloomington Resident - $70 | Nonresident - $90

Full-Day Camp Option

If desired, a full-day camp experience is available on these dates by registering with Bloomington Parks and Recreation for the morning sessions and registering directly with The Arts Creative for the afternoon sessions. 

Participants will engage in group games and rotate through craft stations to create their own masterpieces. All crafts will be displayed during our Thursday Art Display, 2 - 4 p.m. Families are encouraged to come and admire the creations made throughout the week. 

Monday - Wednesday afternoons after lunch, campers will go swimming at the adjacent Bloomington Family Aquatic Center. Pickup will be at the Aquatic Center parking lot on these days. 

• Days: Monday - Thursday
• Dates: August 11 - 14, 2025
• Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
• Location: Valley View Park, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
  • Drop off at Field 2 (Monday - Thursday)
  • Pickup at Bloomington Family Aquatic Center (Monday - Wednesday)
• Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
• Fee: $120 Resident / $152 Nonresident
• Registration: Register online at Webtrac. 
  • Registration occurs via the Lottery process. 
  • See the How To Register tab below for more details. 

Camp Kota is designed to provide an opportunity for kids to learn basic outdoor skills while meeting new friends, singing crazy songs and having tons of fun! Campers experience a unique outdoor recreation schedule for each grade section, so the fun keeps coming each year they return!

• Days: Monday - Friday 
• Session Dates 2025: 
  • Session 1: July 7-11
  • Session 2: July 14-18
  • Session 3: July 21-25
  • Session 4: July 28 - August 1
• Program Times: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
• Location: East Bush Lake Park / Bush Lake Beach
• Who: For children entering grades 2 - 7 in fall 2025*
• Registration Fees:
  • Resident $300, Nonresident $365
  • Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details. 

*See Kota Kids for children entering grades K - 1 in fall 2025

For complete programming information including section and activity numbers for this program, please refer to the 2025 Summer Experience Catalog (coming soon).

For registered participants, you will receive a parent handbook and waivers for your child (if needed) via email. 

Held at East Bush Lake Park in conjunction with Camp Kota, Kota Kids is designed to provide an opportunity for younger kids to get a taste of all of the fun!

• Days: Monday - Thursday
• Session Dates 2025: 
  • Session 1: July 7-10
  • Session 2: July 14-17
  • Session 3: July 21-24
  • Session 4: July 28 - 31
• Times: 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. 
• Location: East Bush Lake Park / Bush Lake Beach
• Who: For children entering grades K - 1 in fall 2025*
• Registration Fees:
  • Resident - $250, Nonresident - $315
  • Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details. 

*See Camp Kota for children entering grades 2 - 7 in fall 2025

For complete programming information including section and activity numbers for this program, please refer to the 2025 Summer Experience Catalog (coming soon).

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the 2025 Dakota Language Camp has been canceled. 

2025 Dakota Language Camp

A unique approach to language learning for both Dakota and non-Dakota youth and adults, the 3-day Dakota Language Camp provides an introduction to one of Minnesota's native languages. Learning is through hands-on experiences of traditional Dakota games, crafts, songs, dancing and foods. Participants will even get a chance to sit in a tipi to learn how it was used and furnished.

Since Dakota culture is rooted in the land, many words are learned during nature walks on the beautiful trails in the Minnesota River Valley. Dakota teachers will also explain their nation's values and history.

This camp is held at the historic Pond Dakota Mission Park, located on the bluffs of the Minnesota River Valley. Large grassy areas in the park are used for outdoor games.

The Dakota Language camp is a joint venture of Bloomington Parks and Recreation and the Dakota Language Department of the University of Minnesota, which creates the program content and provides experienced teaching staff. 

• Days: Tuesday - Thursday
• Dates: June 24 - 26, 2025
• Times: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
• Location: Pond Dakota Mission Park, 401 E. 104th Street
• Who: For youth and adults of ALL AGES!
  • Children under age 7 must be accompanied by an adult or teen sibling who is also enrolled in the camp
• Registration: 
  • Fee: $90
  • Register online at blm.mn/webtrac 
    • Opens March 27. Closes June 10. 
  • Section # 160-A
  • Lunch is provided

Download, print and/or share the 2025 Dakota Language Camp flyer. 

Get a glimpse of what Dakota Language Camp is all about! 

A recap of the 11th annual Dakota Language Camp hosted by Bloomington Parks and Recreation

New for 2025, get ready for summer fun during the Outdoor Recreation Skills Camp! 

Throughout these weeklong camps, participants will take part in exciting skills activities. On Friday, please bring a bike, scooter, or rollerblades, along with a helmet. We’ll also have a limited number of fat tire bikes available. 

We can’t wait to kick off a week of outdoor adventure and skill building with you! 

• Days: Monday - Friday
• Dates: June 9 - 13 and August 25-29, 2025
• Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m.
• Location: Valley View Park, Field #2, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
• Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
• Fee: $150 Resident / $190 Nonresident 
• Registration: Register online at Webtrac. 
  • Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details. 

Parks Power Camp is held at six parks: Kelly, Poplar Bridge, Running, Smith, Sunrise and Westwood, 

Monday through Wednesday, participants will practice their parks skills and skits. On Thursday and Friday, participants will travel via bus to Brookside Park and compete against other parks in recreation and parks events. 

Participants should pack a lunch for Thursday and Friday. 

• Days: Monday - Friday
• Dates: August 4 - 8, 2025
• Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
• Location: 
  • Monday - Wednesday: One of six parks (Kelly, Poplar Bridge, Running, Smith, Sunrise, Westwood)
  • Thursday - Friday: Brookside Park
• Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
• Fee: $150 Resident / $190 Nonresident
• Registration: Register online at Webtrac. 
  • Registration occurs via the Lottery process. 
  • See the How To Register tab below for more details. 

This camp is designed for athletes eager to explore a variety of sports! 

Each morning participants will engage in a different group sport. 

• Campers are welcome to bring their own equipment, but all necessary supplies will be provided. 
• Kickball, softball, volleyball, basketball and soccer will all be incorporated. 

In the afternoons, campers will head to Bloomington Family Aquatic Center to work on swim skills and play water games. 

Join us for an exciting week of sports and fun! 

• Days: Monday - Friday
• Dates: August 18 - 22, 2025
• Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
• Location: Valley View Park, 9000 Portland Ave. S.
  • Drop off at Field 2 
  • Pickup at Bloomington Family Aquatic Center 
• Who: Youth in grades 1 - 7 (fall 2025)
• Fee: $150 Resident / $190 Nonresident
• Registration: Register online at Webtrac. 
  • Registration occurs via the Lottery process. 
  • See the How To Register tab below for more details. 

Explore the Wonders of Moir Park

Youth from 3rd through 7th grade, enjoy a wonderful spring break experience at Moir Park! With a mix of indoor and outdoor activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy, including (but not limited to): 

• Disc golf
• Crafts
• Nature walks to soak in the beauty of the season. 

The Nine Mile Creek corridor provides a fantastic opportunity to explore the local ecosystem and see how it changes from frozen to flowing. It’s sure to be a memorable time for all! 

This camp will be offered snow or shine and activities will vary based on the weather. We can't wait to see you there!

• Who: Youth in grades 3 - 7
• Where: Moir Park, 10320 Morgan Avenue South
• When: March 31 - April 4, 2025
• Fee: Residents - $150 | Nonresidents - $190
• Registration: Register online at Webtrac

Join us for a summer of FUN in a local neighborhood park! Enjoy games, sports, arts and crafts, and special events. Participants will be supervised by instructors experienced in recreation and working with children. Registrations are accepted until program has filled, with no prorating of fees!

• Days:  Monday - Friday
• Dates:  June 16 - August 1, 2025
  • No programming June 30 - July 4 
  • 3-day Play Camp available
• Times: 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
  Who: For children entering grades 1 - 7 in fall 2025
• Weekly Registration Fee: Resident $125, Nonresident $188
  • Registration occurs via the Lottery process. See the How To Register tab below for more details. 
  • Registration is week-by-week in summer 2025.
  • If program is not full from Lottery and waitlists, registration will be accepted until the program fills, with no fee prorating.
• 2025 Program Site Locations:
  • We are excited to offer six locations of Summer Adventure Playgrounds this summer!
    • *Gene C. Kelly Park, 185 East 102nd Street
    • Poplar Bridge Park, 4600 West 85th Street
    • *Running Park, 9501 12th Avenue South
    • *Smith Park, 8155 Park Ave South
    • Sunrise Park, 9401 Bloomington Ferry Road
    • Westwood Park, 3490 West 109th Street

*Free sack lunches provided daily through the Summer Food Service Program.

There will be no staff available to supervise participants before or after program hours or at the park location during off-site Summer Adventure events.

For complete programming information including section and activity numbers for this program, please refer to the 2025 Summer Experience Catalog (coming soon). 

Bloomington Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer an opportunity to participate in Amazing Athletes, a program that helps children build motor skills and inspires a lifelong appreciation of physical activity. 

Summer 2025

• When: Thursdays
  • June 12 - July 17: 5 - 5:30 p.m., 5:45 - 6:25 p.m., 6:30 - 7:10 p.m.
  • July 24 - Aug. 21: 5 - 5:30 p.m., 5:45 - 6:25 p.m., 6:30 - 7:10 p.m.
• Where: Moir Park 10320 Morgan Avenue South
• Who: Children ages 18 months to 5 1/2 years
• Cost: $83 per participant
• Registration: blm.mn/webtrac.
  • Open: March 3

Fall 2025 (details coming soon)

• When: Thursdays, September 14 - October 12
  • Tots 5:45–6:15 p.m.
  • Preschool 6:25 - 7:10 p.m.
• Where: Moir Park 10320 Morgan Avenue South
• Who: Children ages 1 1/2 to 6 years (see details below)
  • Tots (ages 1 1/2 - 2 1/2)
  • Preschool (ages 2 1/2 - 6)
• Cost: $83 per participant
• Registration: blm.mn/webtrac.
  • Open: August 1

Cancellation Policy​​​​​​​

• Full refund (minus $10 processing fee) if participant cancels up to one week before start of program.
• No refund if participant cancels within one week of start of program.
• Full refund if canceled due to low enrollment.
• Prorated refund or makeup date scheduled if canceled due to weather.

Tots Program (ages 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 years)

Amazing Tots is a guided, discovery-based program helping children ages 18 months to 2 1/2 years engage in structured physical activities tailored specifically to toddlers. During each weekly class, toddlers learn about one of four sports through our discovery lessons. Classes also balance a combination of structured physical challenges and organized physical exploration activities specifically designed with little ones in mind. Important reading and developmental properties also are incorporated into physical activities combining fitness, learning and fun all in one!  Amazing Tots gain physical and academic advantages that prepare them to excel in preschool and beyond. Following the love of healthy lifestyle instilled in this program, our toddlers gain skills and tools that can last a lifetime.

Preschool Program (ages 2 1/2 - 6 years) 

This action-packed curriculum shows kids just how much fun fitness can be! During weekly classes, children learn the importance of patience, teamwork, and self-confidence in a non-competitive, learning-based environment that fosters a love of healthy living. Their excitement for structured physical activity promotes advancements and advantages that keep children on the path to personal well-being. Non-competitive group classes let children build confidence in a safe and fun environment while also building teamwork and good sportsmanship all while we encourage kids to explore and develop a variety of athletic skills through the introduction of 10 different sports. To keep healthy and active, our bodies need the right kind of fuel. The Amazing Athletes nutrition program introduces the children to 16 different fruits and vegetables as well as important vitamins and minerals so that they go home excited about trying new, healthy foods.

About Amazing Athletes

Amazing Athletes uses sports as a catalyst to meet the needs of the whole child through non-competitive, sports-based fitness classes designed to advance each child’s individual motor-skills and inspire future participation in physical activity.

Why Is Physical Activity Important?

Everyone knows that participation in physical activity keeps the body healthy, but few understand that participation in physical activity is actually a critical piece of healthy physical, emotional, intellectual, social and individual human development. Consistent participation in physical activity, especially when starting from a young age, leads to positive attributes in all 5 areas of development listed above.

Amazing Athletes programs are specifically structured and designed to provide participants with positive movement experiences that allow them to enjoy sports and fitness while also advancing their motor-skills so that they can confidently pursue any physical activity that interests them in the future.

All About Amazing Athletes!

Learn more on the Amazing Athletes website. 

Join us for an opportunity to learn a new skill! 

Participants will learn the basics of archery safety, equipment, and shooting form from certified instructors. This program offers a low-cost way to try the sport of archery. 

Don’t have your own bow? No problem! All equipment included.

Where: Marsh Lake Archery Range, 9401 France Ave S.
Who: There are sessions for youth, teens and adults. See schedule below. 
Registration: Sign up at blm.mn/webtrac (coming soon). Registration opens February 18, 2025. 
Parking: Limited on-site parking. Additional parking available at Marsh Lake Playfields.

2025 Program Schedule

Three Rivers Park District, in partnership with the City of Bloomington, offers a variety of golf instruction opportunities aimed at beginner youth (and adult) golfers at Hyland Greens Golf Course, 10100 Normandale Blvd.

Visit blm.mn/golf-lessons for more details and to register. 

This high-energy program introduces kids to the fundamentals of soccer and builds on their soccer basics. Instructors also highlight positive character traits during each session such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. No equipment is required! There are three levels offered at three locations. See below for details on current and upcoming program offerings. 

SPRING 2025

• Days: Tuesday - Thursday and Saturday
• Who: Ages 2-3 (Mini), 3-5 (Classic), 5-8 (Premier)
• Where & When: April 12 - May 31 at three convenient locations (no class 5/24):
  • Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
    • Mini: April 15 - May 27, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Classic: April 15 - May 27, 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Premier: April 15 - May 27, 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
  • Logan Playlot, 1900 West 91st Street (Wednesdays)
    • Classic: April 16 - May 28, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Mini: April 16 - May 28, 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Classic: April 16 - May 28, 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
  • Effa Playlot, 8330 4th Avenue South (Thursdays)
    • Mini: April 17 - May 29, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Classic: April 17 - May 29, 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Premier: April 17 - May 29, 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
  • River Ridge Playlot, 8715 River Ridge Rd. (Saturdays)
    • Mini: April 12 - May 31, 9 - 9:30 a.m.
    • Classic: April 12 - May 31, 9:35 - 10:05 a.m.
    • Premier: April 12 - May 31, 10:10 - 10:45 a.m.
• Cost: $150
  • Jerseys not included, but available for purchase.
• Registration:  Online at Webtrac.
  • Sign-up open January 15, 2025, 8 a.m. 

SUMMER 2025 

• Days: Tuesday - Thursday and Saturday
• Who: Ages 2-3 (Mini), 3-5 (Classic), 5-8 (Premier)
• Where & When: June 10 - August 21 at three convenient locations (no class July 1-5):
  • Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
    • Mini: June 10 - August 19, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Classic: June 10 - August 19, 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Premier: June 10 - August 19, 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
  • Logan Playlot, 1900 West 91st Street (Wednesdays)
    • Classic: June 11 - August 20, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Mini: June 11 - August 20, 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
  • Effa Playlot, 8330 4th Avenue South (Thursdays)
    • Mini: June 12 - August 21, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Classic: June 12 - August 21, 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Premier: June 12 - August 21, 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
  • River Ridge Playlot, 8715 River Ridge Rd. (Saturdays)
    • Mini: June 14 - August 16, 9 - 9:30 a.m.
    • Classic: June 14 - August 16, 9:35 - 10:05 a.m.
    • Premier: June 14 - August 16, 10:10 - 10:45 a.m.
• Cost: $185 Monday - Thursday; $150: Saturday
  • Jerseys not included, but available for purchase.
• Registration:  Online at Webtrac.
  • Sign-up opens March 3, 8 a.m. 

FALL 2025 (coming soon) 

• Days: Multiple sessions offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
• Dates: 9/10 - 10/24 (see below)
• Times: 5 - 6:40 p.m. (see below)
• Who: Ages 2-3 (Mini), 3-5 (Younger/Older Classic), 5-8 (Premier)
• Where: Three convenient locations:
  • Quail Ridge Playlot, 7301 Minnesota Bluffs Drive (Tuesdays)
    • Mini: 9/10 - 10/22 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Classic: 9/10 - 10/22 from 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Premier: 9/10 - 10/22 from 6:10 - 6:30 p.m.
  • Logan Playlot, 1900 West 91st Street (Wednesdays)
    • Younger Classic: 9/11 - 10/23 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Mini: 9/11 - 10/23 from 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Older Classic: 9/11 - 10/23 from 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
  • Effa Playlot, 8330 4th Avenue South (Thursdays)
    • Mini: 9/12 - 10/24 from 5 - 5:30 p.m.
    • Classic: 9/12 - 10/24 from 5:35 - 6:05 p.m.
    • Premier: 9/12 - 10/24 from 6:10 - 6:40 p.m.
• Cost: $175 (Jersey included, no equipment required)
• Registration:  Register online at blm.mn/webtrac. Sign-up opens 6/24.

Cancellation Policy

• Full refund if we cancel class before the program starts.
• Prorated refund if we cancel class after the program starts.
• No refund if we cancel class due to weather conditions.
  • Soccer Shots will try to provide make-up classes when possible.
  • Soccer Shots staff will send emails and text messages to tell you about cancellations.
• Partial refund if you cancel up to one week before the program starts.
• No refund if you cancel less than one week before the program starts.
• No refund if you miss class for personal reasons (vacation, illness, etc.)
  • You may ask to transfer to the next season if needed.

Visit the Soccer Shots website to learn more about its programs.

About Soccer Shots:  Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, communication and curriculum. Our coaches are the best trained in the business. Our expert-approved curriculum is age-appropriate and aligns with childhood education standards. In addition we provide an exceptional customer experience and ongoing communication with parents.

Tenicity is a tennis player development program, founded and led by Minnesota's most accomplished player and coach, Harsh Mankad. The program aims to grow tennis participation and develop players to higher levels of play.

The Benefits of Tennis

• It's a lifelong sport.
• It's one of the healthiest sports, adding close to 10 years to participants' lives.
• It involves physical, mental, emotional, and social development. 

The Benefits of learning tennis with Tenicity

• Learn the game from a coaching team led and trained by Harsh Mankad.
• Develop strong game fundamentals for higher levels of play.
• Develop joy for the game and gain valuable lessons through coaching methods that strive for positive youth development via sports.

Help your child(ren) learn the lifelong game of tennis from Tenicity's expert team of coaches! We invite you to visit the Tenicity website to learn more about our programs. For questions, contact Tenicity’s Head Coach, Harsh Mankad, at harsh@tenicity.com or 651-285-7280.

SPRING 2025 LESSONS

• Who: Ages 5 - 16
• Days: Thursdays
• Dates: April 24 - May 22
• Time:
  • Ages 5 - 8: 6 - 7 p.m.
  • Ages 9 - 16: 7 - 8 p.m.
• Where: Valley View Playfield tennis courts
• Cost: $89 per session
• Registration: Register online at Webtrac 

SUMMER 2025 LESSONS

• Who: Ages 5 - 7
• Days: Monday - Thursday
• Dates:
  • Session 1: June 16 - 19
  • Session 2: July 7 - July 10
  • Session 3: July 21 - 24
  • Session 4: August 4 - 7
• Time: 4 - 5 p.m. (all sessions)
• Where: Valley View Playfield tennis courts
• Cost: $74 per session
• Registration: Opens March 3. Register online at Webtrac 

SUMMER 2025 CAMPS

• Who: Ages 8 - 16
• Days: Monday - Thursday
• Dates:
  • Session 1: June 16 - 19
  • Session 2: July 7 - July 10
  • Session 3: July 21 - 24
  • Session 4: August 4 - 7
• Time: 1 - 4 p.m. (all sessions)
• Where: Valley View Playfield tennis courts
• Cost: $222 per session
• Registration: Opens March 3. Register online at Webtrac 

Additional Program Information 

Program Skill Levels:

Participants will be grouped by both age and skill level to ensure appropriate placement:

• Beginner Stage 1: For new players with little or no prior tennis experience.
• Stage 2 or 3: For players with previous training, placed according to their current abilities as assessed by our coaches.

The above structure ensures that each player receives appropriate training tailored to their level of development.

Here is what participants should bring to their tennis lessons:

• Appropriately sized racquet (see racquet selection paragraph below). We will have a few trial racquets available.
• Water bottle
• Players must wear tennis shoes

Racquet Selection: Please visit the USTA website to learn more about selecting an appropriately sized racquet. 

The benefits of children using junior and appropriately sized racquets is their ability to maneuver the racquet comfortably and to develop the foundational skills we are teaching in our classes.

Parent Lesson Viewing Guideline: To watch lessons, parents must stay outside the courts and refrain from coaching their children during the lessons.

Coaching Team: Tenicity is led by Harsh Mankad, a Gopher Hall of Fame inductee, NCAA Division 1 National Singles Champion, and USTA award-winning tennis program leader. All of our coaches are personally trained and certified by Harsh to ensure they effectively teach stroke development and fundamentals in line with Tenicity’s proven developmental system.

Cancellation Policy

• Full refund (minus $10 processing fee) if participant cancels up to one week before start of program.
• No refund if participant cancels within one week of start of program.
• Full refund if canceled due to low enrollment.
• If a lesson is cancelled due to weather, Tenicity will give a makeup date/time to the group.
  • There will be no refunds provided to participants who cannot attend the makeup session.
  • Tenicity will not provide a makeup session if half or more of a group lesson is completed prior to weather interruption.

About Tenicity: Each year, Tenicity introduces over 500 youth to tennis through its programs across the Twin Cities, helping them learn and develop in the game. In 2023, Tenicity’s leader, Harsh Mankad, received the USTA Junior Development Award for the program’s impact on growing youth participation and fostering player development. Tenicity’s coaching team includes experienced professionals with collegiate tennis backgrounds, as well as dedicated college and high school Varsity players with a strong interest in coaching and developing young athletes.

Are you looking for a unique way to celebrate a special occasion? How about a fun way to get people together? 

If so, book a custom group program with Bloomington Parks and Recreation!

Choose from a wide range of activities, including: 

• Archery
• Camping Skills
• Crafts
• Disc Golf
• Geocaching
• Fishing
• Gaga Ball
• Log Rolling
• Paddleboarding
• Slacklining
• Snowshoeing
• Ninja Warrior Competitions
• and More!

Celebrate birthdays and other milestone occasions! 

Groups of any size can be accommodated at any City park location. Typical program length is 1.5 hours. Programs are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to availability. We will reply to inquiries as soon as possible!

Register online at Webtrac.

The City does not offer all-inclusive parties.

Learn to fish alongside an experience instructor from Fishing for All, LLC. Participants will learn the basics of fishing and enjoy summertime on the lake with friends and family. 

• Where: Bush Lake Beach, 9401 East Bush Lake Road or Smith Park, 8155 Park Ave. S.
• Cost: $20 per participant.
• Registration: Register online at Webtrac. Registrations accepted until full.

2025 Schedule

• Youth: Ages 8 - 14
  • June 18, 1 - 3 p.m.
  • July 16, 5 - 7 p.m.
• Family: Ages 8+
  • June 26, 1 - 3 p.m.
  • July 24, 5 - 7 p.m.
• Adaptive: Ages 8+
  • June 25, 6 - 8 p.m.
  • July 23, 6 - 8 p.m. 

River Fishing

This program encompasses the design/build focus on housing. Participants will have the opportunity to explore their family history through creating a project out of LEGO® Parts. LEGO® Parts will be provided but returned once the project is finished. 

A developed project will encompass family history research that will be presented to the group. 

A competition will take place at the fifth and final session of the program.

• When: April 3, 10, 17, 24 and May 1, 2025, 6 - 7 p.m.
  • Participants register for the entire 5-week program
• Where:  Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd.
  • Children's Studio
• Who:  Youth ages 7 - 14
• Registration: Online at Webtrac
  • Deadline: April 1, 2025
• Fee: $100/participant

Professional magician Brian Richards shares the secrets of astounding your family and friends with amazing magic!  

Four separate lesson topics include card magic, rope magic, paper magic and mindreading. Sign up for one, two, three or all four - it's up to you! 

Brian also promises to showcase a few tricks at the end of each class that he won’t share the secret to. 

All props provided.

• When:
  • April 8, 2025 - Card Magic
  • April 15, 2025 - Rope Magic
  • April 21, 2025 - Paper Magic
  • April 29, 2025 - Mindreading
    • 6 – 7 p.m. (all sessions)
• Where: Children's Studio on the 2nd floor at Bloomington Center for the Arts, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd.
• Who: Youth ages 11 - 18
• Registration:
  • Required. Sign up for each session separately.  
  • Register online at Webtrac
• Fee: $15 per participant per session.
• Download, print and share the Youth Magic Lessons April 2025 flyer. 

Mobile Recreation provides free recreation activities in various Bloomington park locations. No registration required. Each week will feature a unique activity. Scheduled list of activities below is subject to change.  

• Where: Various parks throughout Bloomington
• Who: Youth ages 18 and under.
• When: Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• Cost: Free!
• Registration: None required.

Summer 2025 Schedule 

• June 14: Smith Park, 8155 Park Ave. S.
  • Ninja Warrior timed events
• July 12: Haeg Park, 8301 Penn Ave. S.
  • Crafts
• August 2: Moir Park, 10320 Morgan Ave. S.
  • Disc Golf
• August 23: Sunrise Park, 9401 Bloomington Ferry Rd.
  • Soccer

IMPORTANT NOTE:  Mobile Rec is a drop-in program, not a drop-off program. Parents/guardians must stay in the park for the duration of the time your children are participating in activities with City staff. 

Weather Policy
Mobile Rec may be canceled if the weather is not ideal for programming. If weather becomes severe the weather line (952-563-8878) will be updated with any program changes or cancellations.

Get out on the water this summer! Participants will learn the basics of paddle boarding, including paddle strokes and balance positions.

Each session will include an introductory lesson followed by activities and self-paced paddling on the water.

• Where: East Bush Lake Park, 9140 E. Bush Lake Rd.
• When: 6 - 7:30 p.m. (see dates below)
• Cost:
  • Adult, Teen, Youth: $15 Resident / $20 Nonresident
  • Family: $10 Resident / $15 Nonresident
• Registration: Register online at blm.mn/webtrac.
  • Registration opens March 27, 2025. Registrations accepted until full.       

Summer 2025 Schedule 

• Teen: Ages 14-18
  • June 16 (Activity Section 112 1B)
  • July 21 (Activity Section 112 1C)
• Family: Ages 8+
  • June 23 (Activity Section 112 2B)
  • July 28 (Activity Section 112 2C)
• Adult: Ages 18+
  • June 30 (Activity Section 112 3B)
  • August 4 (Activity Section 112 3C)
• Youth: Ages 8 - 14
  • July 14 (Activity Section 112 4B)
  • August 18 (Activity Section 112 4C)

Fee and Registration Assistance

Fee assistance recipients may use the online registration system. Click HERE to register online!  For instructions on how to set up an online account and/or process an online registration, read our Online Registration Instructions.

How to register for Parks and Recreation programming

Our tax identification number is 41-6004990. If you need a copy of a previous program receipt, please follow our simple instructions! If you have an online account sign in to your online account at webtrac.bloomingtonmn.gov and click on the My Account tab.  If you are unable to access your account or have any other questions please submit your inquiry to parksrec@BloomingtonMN.gov.

• Email: parksrec@BloomingtonMN.gov
• Registration: 952-563-8877 or MN Relay 711
• Parks and Recreation class information: 952-563-8877
• Artistry class information: 952-563-8575
• Fee assistance: 952-563-8877
• Inclusion services for students with disabilities: 952-563-8891

Create memories in 2025 that will last a lifetime!

The 2025 Recreation Experience Catalog is now available. Read up on the exciting schedule of camps, events, sports leagues and other activities that will help you create memories to last a lifetime! 

Volunteer your time and help Bloomington Parks and Recreation's youth programs succeed. 

Visit the Volunteer web page and click on the Teen Opportunities tab for all the details on how you can lend your expertise, experience and enthusiasm to ensure program participants have an exceptional experience!