Grades 4-6 This competitive traveling basketball league is designed for 4th through 6th graders. The season spans from November through early March. Teams will practice weekly, with games or tournaments typically held on weekends. 4th graders will practice once or twice a week, while 5th and 6th graders will practice twice a week. Coaches will organize league play and tournaments. Games will take place at various venues, and parents are responsible for transportation. Players will also get the chance to showcase their skills during the halftime of a home varsity basketball game, with players and parents receiving free admission. Prior basketball experience or knowledge is recommended for those interested in joining this competitive league. Practice Schedule:Practices begin in early November, with specific dates and times contingent upon gym availability. Practice schedules will be published on the Community Education website approximately two weeks before practices begin. Game Schedule: Games are scheduled for Saturdays starting in December, with specific dates to be determined (TBD). Additionally, some tournaments may occur on Sundays. Jersey - 4th Grade Only: If you played traveling basketball last year, please confirm if you still have your jersey and specify your jersey number. New players or those needing a replacement must purchase a new reversible jersey. Additionally, all players should bring their own navy athletic shorts. Grade 5 & 6 Uniform: The fee includes a personalized jersey with player's last name and number and matching shorts.

After completing Levels 1-3, this level will be the next challenge; mastery of previous skills will continue and an increased attention to the development of more difficult skills will be emphasized. Conditioning will be introduced to assist in becoming stronger and more confident. The coach’s placement is required for this level. Skills acquired in this level, but not limited to, include: back walkover, front handspring, back handspring, start of aerial cartwheel, kips, squat on, tap swings & clear hip circle.

High Tides Competitive Swim Club is a great group of professionally coached athletes that learn valuable lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork, dedication, and personal achievement while having a ton of fun in the pool. Age Group Level (Approx. ages 12 & under): This is our highest level of developmental age group competitive swimming where swimmers are proficient in all four strokes. Workouts consist of approx. 3,000 yards. Swimmers in this level will also be able to swim an additional 2 days per week in Hutchinson with a USA Swimming Membership. This group is part of our competitive program for developing swimmers. Swimmers will be guided through the levels of competition they are developmentally ready for, learning about themselves as athletes along the way. Swimmers are grouped by skill level, not necessarily by age. It is recommended to have passed Red Cross Level 4 to participate. Each swimmer is assigned to a specific practice group by the coaching staff after an initial skill evaluation when joining the team. The Coaching staff makes all decisions regarding initial group placement and all subsequent group changes for an athlete. Coaches will initiate communication with parents when a swimmer becomes ready for another group level. Although times are a partial basis for group placement, our program focuses on swimming skills and techniques as well as aerobic and strength conditioning, and works to ensure success for swimmers as they move through levels so they will be comfortable and consistent with the demands of the group they are moving into. Swimmers will be required to master certain skills, perform at specific levels in training, and exhibit certain behavioral criteria to be promoted to the next swimming level. If uncertain where to place your child contact Community Education at 320-286-4120.

High Tides Competitive Swim Club is a great group of professionally coached athletes that learn valuable lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork, dedication, and personal achievement while having a ton of fun in the pool. Maintenance Requirement: (Approx. ages 13 & above): These athletes are staying in shape or preparing for their upcoming high school sports season. A maximum of 3 practices a week are included. This group is considered our competitive program for developed swimmers. These swimmers have a maturity level that enables them to be self motivated and responsible for their swimming success. Each swimmer is assigned to a specific practice group by the coaching staff after an initial skill evaluation when joining the team. The Coaching staff makes all decisions regarding initial group placement and all subsequent group changes for an athlete. Coaches will initiate communication with parents when a swimmer becomes ready for another group level. Although times are a partial basis for group placement, our program focuses on swimming skills and techniques as well as aerobic and strength conditioning, and works to ensure success for swimmers as they move through levels so they will be comfortable and consistent with the demands of the group they are moving into. Swimmers will be required to master certain skills, perform at specific levels in training, and exhibit certain behavioral criteria to be promoted to the next swimming level.

High Tides Competitive Swim Club is a great group of professionally coached athletes that learn valuable lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork, dedication, and personal achievement while having a ton of fun in the pool. Senior (Approx. ages 13 & Above): These athletes are fully committed to swimming and the team as a priority and will show that commitment through being a good example at all times. Swimmers in this level will also be able to swim an additional 2 days per week in Hutchinson with a USA Swimming Membership. This group is considered our competitive program for developed swimmers. These swimmers have a maturity level that enables them to be self motivated and responsible for their swimming success. Each swimmer is assigned to a specific practice group by the coaching staff after an initial skill evaluation when joining the team. The Coaching staff makes all decisions regarding initial group placement and all subsequent group changes for an athlete. Coaches will initiate communication with parents when a swimmer becomes ready for another group level. Although times are a partial basis for group placement, our program focuses on swimming skills and techniques as well as aerobic and strength conditioning, and works to ensure success for swimmers as they move through levels so they will be comfortable and consistent with the demands of the group they are moving into. Swimmers will be required to master certain skills, perform at specific levels in training, and exhibit certain behavioral criteria to be promoted to the next swimming level.

High Tides Competitive Swim Club is a great group of professionally coached athletes that learn valuable lessons in sportsmanship, teamwork, dedication, and personal achievement while having a ton of fun in the pool. White Group Requirement: Able to swim 25 meters of freestyle and backstroke. This group is part of our competitive program for developing swimmers. Swimmers will be guided through the levels of competition they are developmentally ready for, learning about themselves as athletes along the way. Swimmers are grouped by skill level, not necessarily by age. It is recommended to have passed Red Cross Level 4 to participate. Each swimmer is assigned to a specific practice group by the coaching staff after an initial skill evaluation when joining the team. The Coaching staff makes all decisions regarding initial group placement and all subsequent group changes for an athlete. Coaches will initiate communication with parents when a swimmer becomes ready for another group level. Although times are a partial basis for group placement, our program focuses on swimming skills and techniques as well as aerobic and strength conditioning, and works to ensure success for swimmers as they move through levels so they will be comfortable and consistent with the demands of the group they are moving into. Swimmers will be required to master certain skills, perform at specific levels in training, and exhibit certain behavioral criteria to be promoted to the next swimming level.

Grades K-9 Here is your chance to try out the Youth Rec Hockey program before commiting to the full season or brush up on your skating, stick handling, shooting, and passing skills before the program begins in January. DC Youth Rec Hockey coaches will be on hand to assist skaters on skills and hockey drills. New this year, practices will kick off indoors at the Rec Center in December, providing extra ice time for skill development before the outdoor rink opens. From January through February, players will alternate between outdoor practices at Mooers Park in Cokato and indoor practices at the DC Rec Center, weather permitting. Participants are required to bring their own equipment: skates, helmet with mask, and a stick. A full set of equipment is recommended but not mandatory. Each participant must also purchase a hockey jersey, unless they already have one from a previous year. Specify your jersey size during registration; subsequent jersey purchases will not be necessary. End of the Year Party on Saturday, February 22nd, featuring grade-level scrimmages and an open skate session for families. Scrimmages: Gr. 7-9: 9-10 am Gr. 5-6: 10:15-11:15 am Gr. 3-4: 11:30 am-12:30 pm Gr. K-2: 12:45-1:45 pm Family Open Skate: 1:45-2:45 pm As an added bonus, players will receive a FREE Open Skate pass to use during DC Rec Center open skate sessions. Please note the following regarding weather conditions: Outdoor practices will be canceled if the temperature is below zero degrees Fahrenheit. It is important to remember that parents have the discretion to decide whether or not their child attends practices based on weather conditions. Hockey Equipment Swap, November 18 • 6-7 pm • MS Commons: Are you looking to clear out unused hockey gear from your home or find some quality used equipment for your player? Join us at the Hockey Equipment Swap! Parents, bring your player along to try on gear for a proper fit. If skates are needed, ensure your child wears the socks they'll use when skating. Please note that this event is new, so we cannot guarantee the type or quantity of available hockey gear.

Grades 6-8 Do you love jazz and rock music? Looking to join a vibrant music ensemble? Explore this exciting middle school extracurricular activity! Participants are expected to attend 95% of rehearsals. Performances include the 7th & 8th grade band & choir concerts on December 16 and May 5, as well as the Annual DC Jazz Fest in the spring.

Grades 5-12 Join the D-C Ski and Snowboard Club at Powder Ridge in Kimball this winter. Beginner lessons are available as well and are highly recommended for new skiers and boarders. Bus transportation is provided and participants are required to ride the bus to and from the hill each night. Participants who purchase a rental package will receive FREE rentals for the entire ski season, if they choose to ski other non-Ski Club days (lift tickets would still need to be purchased from Powder Ridge). Participants that purchase a lift and/or lift & rental package will also receive a bonus voucher (for up to 4 people) to go skiing on another date towards the end of the ski season with reduced rates. Ski Club handbooks can be picked up in the Community Education office or found online at www.isd466.org later this fall.Also all ski club participants MUST complete the Powder Ridge online waiver prior to attending. LIMITED SPACE: Register early to secure your spot as the program is limited to 116 participants. We cannot guarantee there will be availability to register at the Ski Club Meeting. Mandatory Club Meeting • Thursday, Dec. 12 • 6:00 pm • MS Commons

Whether you’ve been in wrestling before or not, this is a great opportunity for boys and girls to learn! Charging Dragon wrestling techniques, skills, drills and games will be emphasized. A mandatory parent/wrestler meeting will be on Monday, Nov. 18. Registrations are highly encouraged prior to the meeting. Practices are offered once a week for younger wrestlers and twice a week for those in grades 3-6. Those 3rd-6th grade wrestlers will have some joint practices with Litchfield as well as compete together as a dual DC/L team. The practice location does vary between DC or Litchfield and parents are required to transport them to each site. To be a part of this dual meet team participants are expected to practice together and travel to both practice locations. Season #2 will be offered for those advanced wrestlers who wish to continue practicing and competing into February and March with combined practices held at both DC and Litchfield. Wrestlers will also have the chance to compete in individual tournaments over the course of both seasons #1 and #2.