Please Note: Aquatics classes will be available in April.

107001 - Lifeguard Certification

This is an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification class and provides all the certifications needed to be a lifeguard this summer. Participants must attend all the classes in the session, successfully pass all the requirements, and be at least 15 years of age by the last day of the class to earn the certification. A reminder letter with the class schedule, class requirements, and supply list will be sent out before the start of the class. Classes held at Kearney High School.

PLEASE MAKE SURE TO READ ACTIVITY BROCHURE, PAGE 13, FOR THE DIFFERENT DATES AND TIMES FOR EACH SECTION!

201101 - Evening Adventures

Evening Adventures is full of creativity and energy! A combination of arts, crafts, games and activities await. This is a great first camp experience for the young ones! Participants must be potty trained. Harmon Park Activity
Center Center Children’s Room

201102 - Zumba Kids

Zumba Kids is a specially designed class for children. It incorporates the Zumba® Fitness concept with kid friendly songs, routines and games to promote coordination, balance, discipline, creativity, pride, confidence and a healthy lifestyle. The class is taught by Zumba Kids® licensed instructor, Eileen Jahn.

Grades K-4th

201103 - Awesome Astronomy

Participants, prepare to blast off into a world you’ve never seen before! Learn about the solar system and what makes the world go around. Put on your lab coat as this class will have plenty of experiments that are out of this world!

1st- 5th Grade
Harmon Park Activity Center.

201105 - D & D Date Makeover

Going to the Daddy /Daughter Date Night and want to look your best? KPR has reserved all of Joseph’s School of Hair Design just for you! Fee will include a prom style hair design and nail polishing. Start your night pampered like a princess. Joseph’s School of Hair Design, 2213 Central Ave. Register with the Kearney Park & Recreation Department. There are a limited number of spots in each session, so please register early through KPR.

Grades 1st-5th

201118 - Indoor Archery

Take aim on this program! The camp will be led by KPR certified archery instructors. Basic instruction and safety will be covered before participants get to shoot at various targets. Focus will be on developing better shooting technique with more repetition at various targets. Targets, Genesis bows and arrows will be supplied. Harmon Park Activity Center Multipurpose Room.

201121 - Equine Empowerment

Boys and girls will have the opportunity to learn from horses how to navigate kindness in a world that can be very much unkind. The focus is learning and developing critical social and behavioral skills while interacting with horses in on-the-ground activities No riding will take place and trained sta? will be assisting with horses. Target skills will include trust, inclusion, and communication Participants must wear closed-toed shoes (boots) and parents/ guardians must sign a release of liability on the day of. Facilitated by Nancy Lyon, certifed K-12 school counselor and Eagala Certifed Equine Specialist. Classes will be held at BraveHearts Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning , 3135 West 22ndStreet.

201131 - Hometown Heroes!

Here is your chance to meet some of your local hometown heroes. Patrol cars, fretrucks, equipment and more. Learn what it takes to be a hero while participating in hands-on activities Harmon Park Activity Center.

Kindergarten-4th grade

202201 - 4TH & 5TH GIRLS BBALL

Eight practices / games. Horizon Middle School. This program is noted for having a high level of enthusiasm, great organization and a focus on proper skill development. Emphasis is placed on increasing player confidence, building on the enjoyment of the sport, healthy competition, and creating a positive team atmosphere. Hired Park and Recreation coaches will lead the teams. Games will be officiated by hired staff. All players will receive a team t-shirt. Times and dates a subject to slight changes.

See our Actvity Brochure link for more information.

202202 - 6TH & 7TH GIRLS BBALL

Eight practices / games. Horizon Middle School. This program is noted for having a high level of enthusiasm, great organization and a focus on proper skill development. Emphasis is placed on increasing player confidence, building on the enjoyment of the sport, healthy competition, and creating a positive team atmosphere. Hired Park and Recreation coaches will lead the teams. Games will be officiated by hired staff. All players will receive a team t-shirt. Times and dates a subject to slight changes.

See our Actvity Brochure link for more information.

202203 - 4th & 5th BOYS BBALL

Eight practices / games. Horizon Middle School. This program is noted for having a high level of enthusiasm, great organization and a focus on proper skill development. Emphasis is placed on increasing player confidence, building on the enjoyment of the sport, healthy competition, and creating a positive team atmosphere. Hired Park and Recreation coaches will lead the teams. Games will be officiated by hired staff. All players will receive a team t-shirt. Times and dates a subject to slight changes.

See our Actvity Brochure link for more information.

202210 - Soccer U11-U14

Seven practices / games.Ted Baldwin Park. U11-U14, boys and girls, born between 1/1/06-12/31/09.
This program will focus on skill development, building player confidence, healthy competition, sportsmanship, and teamwork in a high energy, positive and organized atmosphere. The first 30-45 minutes will be utilized for warm-up, fundamental drills, and team practice. Games will be scheduled during the remaining time. A tournament will be conducted at the end of the season.

Hired Park and Recreation coaches will lead the teams. Shinguards are mandatory and must be covered by a sock. Players should wear soccer or tennis shoes only with rubber soles/cleats. All players will receive a team t-shirt.

202214 - Start Smart BB/SB

The START SMART Sports Development and Baseball / Softball program brings parents and children together to have fun and practice fundamental skills in a positive environment. This instructional program teaches parents how to best practice sport skills with their children, and help give them a positive and successful start in sports. START SMART utilizes the unique line of Koosh products, which have been proven to be safe in developing motor skills in children. All participants will receive a START SMART manual and a certificate of completion. Endorsed by the National Alliance for Youth Sports.

Ages 4-Kindergarten

202218 - Gentle Flow

Open to all levels of practice and abilities (must be able to move from the floor to standing) and is especially great for beginners or those searching for the therapeutic benefts of yoga and mindfulness. This soothing gentle practice focuses on moving into basic yoga poses while using the breath as a tool to remain present and mindful. The pace of this allows you to enjoy each pose. Expect lots of stretching and lengthening with a heavy dose of relaxation and some aromatherapy to wrap up your practice. Leave feeling great and energized for the Holidays. Class is taught by Beth Reynolds-Lewis, certifed Yoga Teacher and registered instructor with the Yoga Alliance.
Harmon Park Activity Center Children’s Room

202219 - Intro to Reiki

Ages 18 & older. Are you Curious about Reiki? Come learn more about the history and how this Japanese form of self-care promotes deep relaxation and healing. We will learn and discuss how energy works within our bodies and how to use this knowledge to easily promote wellbeing and health. Please dress in comfortable clothes as we will be doing some very light movement. Classes are taught by Beth Reynolds-Lewis, Master Level Reiki Practitioner.

202220 - Adult Climbing Class

Rock climbing is not only thrilling, but it builds strength, endurance, and confdence! Participants will learn climbing safety and basic climbing techniques through fun and challenging instruction and activities This will be led by certifed UNK Instructors at the University of Nebraska Kearney Wellness Center utilizing the Climbing Rock Wall.

202225 - HS Intramural Basketball

Grades 9th-12th. Sunrise Middle School. This league is open to boys and girls. KPR Officials will be supplied. Students currently participating on a high school basketball team are not eligible to play. Teams are guaranteed a minimum of 8 games, which involves a round-robin season and single elimination tournament. Deadline to register is Thursday, December 19.

Monday & Wednesday's, beginning January 6, 6:30-10:00 pm, Tues. possible.

202226 - MEN'S BASKETBALL

Horizon Middle School. The Men’s "C" League is for novice teams, "B" League is for intermediate teams,
and the "A" League is for advanced teams. The Women’s League is open to all skill levels. Teams are guaranteed a minimum of eight games. KPR Ofcials will be supplied for all games. The times listed are subject to slight change. The registration deadline is Thursday, December 19.

202227 - WOMEN'S BASKETBALL

Horizon Middle School. The Men’s "C" League is for novice teams, "B" League is for intermediate teams,
and the "A" League is for advanced teams. The Women’s League is open to all skill levels. Teams are guaranteed a minimum of eight games. KPR Ofcials will be supplied for all games. The times listed are subject to slight change. The registration deadline is Thursday, December 19.

202230 - Women's A Volleyball

Coed "B" & "C" Leagues
1:00-5:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Women’s "A", "B" & "C" Leagues
4:00-10:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Coed "A" League
7:00-10:30pm
Wednesday
(Sun afternoons possible)
Jan 8-mid-March

Deadline is Thursday, December 19

202231 - Women's B Volleyball

Coed "B" & "C" Leagues
1:00-5:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Women’s "A", "B" & "C" Leagues
4:00-10:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Coed "A" League
7:00-10:30pm
Wednesday
(Sun afternoons possible)
Jan 8-mid-March

Deadline is Thursday, December 19

202233 - Women's C Volleyball

Coed "B" & "C" Leagues
1:00-5:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Women’s "A", "B" & "C" Leagues
4:00-10:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Coed "A" League
7:00-10:30pm
Wednesday
(Sun afternoons possible)
Jan 8-mid-March

Deadline is Thursday, December 19

202234 - Coed A Volleyball

Coed "B" & "C" Leagues
1:00-5:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Women’s "A", "B" & "C" Leagues
4:00-10:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Coed "A" League
7:00-10:30pm
Wednesday
(Sun afternoons possible)
Jan 8-mid-March

Deadline is Thursday, December 19

202235 - Coed B Volleyball

Coed "B" & "C" Leagues
1:00-5:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Women’s "A", "B" & "C" Leagues
4:00-10:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Coed "A" League
7:00-10:30pm
Wednesday
(Sun afternoons possible)
Jan 8-mid-March

Deadline is Thursday, December 19

202236 - Coed C Volleyball

Coed "B" & "C" Leagues
1:00-5:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Women’s "A", "B" & "C" Leagues
4:00-10:00pm
Sunday
Jan 5-mid-March

Coed "A" League
7:00-10:30pm
Wednesday
(Sun afternoons possible)
Jan 8-mid-March

Deadline is Thursday, December 19

202238 - Cornhole Tournament

Fun, recreational tournament for people of all skill levels! Competitive and Recreational tournament (8 team max. per division) Round robin pool play with advancement to a single elimination tournament. Four game guarantee. Awards to tournament champions. Horizon Middle School Gym. REGISTRATON DEADLINE: Wednesday, January 29

202252 - Pickelball Doubles League

WHEN REGISTERING FOR DOUBLES PICKELBALL- YOU ARE PAYING FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR PARTNER WHEN REGISTERING! YOU WILL BE PROMPTED TO ENTER YOUR PARTNERS NAME.
IN THE NOTES SECTION, PLEASE INDICATE A OR B

$30 per team Age 16 & older Sunrise Middle School
Pickleball is described as a combination of tennis, badminton and ping pong Doubles league, for men and women are available There will be a Competitive Division (3 0 rating and higher) and a Recreation Division (under 3 0 rating); if there are not enough teams signed up, divisions will be combined Participants are guaranteed a minimum of 5 matches Equipment is provided if needed The registration deadline is Wednesday, March 4. Make sure to check out our PLAY KEARNEY April-September Play Book for the Mixed Doubles League!

205505 - Mother Son Fun Day

PLEASE CALL PARK AND RECREATION TO REGISTER, 237-4644. WE DO NOT ACCEPT ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT. THANK YOU!

Mother/Son Day at the Tri-City Storm Game!
1st -5th GRADES
$36 per couple, $18 each additional child


Register by Friday, January 17. Join us for an afternoon full of fun for mother and son! The afternoon will include, photos with Stormy, high five from players in the tunnel and a chance at riding the Zamboni during intermission and some great hockey action. We’ll have our very own Pre-game Party Room full of games and activities. A meal is provided and everyone gets a voucher for free popcorn!

205506 - Daddy Daughter Date Night

PLEASE CALL KEARNEY PARK AND RECREATION TO REGISTER, 237-4644! WE DO NOT ACCEPT ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT. THANK YOU!

FRIDAY, JANUARY 24, 6:00-9:30PM
$36 per couple, $18 each additional child

Younes Conference Center
A night to remember for dads & daughters 1st-5th grade. Reservation deadline: Wednesday, January 15.
Semi-Formal attire requested.