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Basketball: 3 on 3 In-House League
Grades 2 & 3 Calling all 2nd and 3rd graders interested in honing their basketball skills and experiencing friendly competition with their DC friends! Join our 3 on 3 In-house League, designed to provide a safe environment for skill development and gameplay. In these sessions, young athletes will focus on enhancing their basketball abilities, learning team concepts, and enjoying opportunities to compete in games. 3 on 3 basketball allows more ball touches and individual involvement compared to traditional 5 on 5 play, making it an ideal way for players to learn the game. This league serves as a perfect transition from the fundamentals learned in K-1 basketball to the commitment and intensity of travel basketball, which begins in 4th grade. Participants must bring their own 27.5" basketball, which can be purchased through Community Ed if needed. Parent Volunteer Refs: We're also seeking parent volunteers to serve as referees for the 3 on 3 games. Interested parents will receive training at the first practice, and depending on their involvement, a portion of their child's program fee will be refunded at the end of the season. Join us for a season of skill-building, teamwork, and fun on the court! -
Basketball: Grades K & 1
All boys and girls in grades K-1 are invited to join us for a fun and safe introduction to basketball through our recreational Saturday program. Participants will learn basic basketball skills and enjoy playing in a supportive environment. As a highlight, players will have the exciting opportunity to participate during halftime of a home varsity basketball game (date to be determined). Both players and parents will receive free admission to this game. We look forward to seeing everyone on the court! As part of the program, all first-time players will receive their own 27.5" basketball. Returning players who no longer have their youth ball should either purchase a new one or bring their own, clearly labeled. -
Basketball: Traveling
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. -
Gymnastics: Parent Child: Ages 2-5, not in Gr. K
Ages 2-5, not yet in Gr. K and their parent/guardian Looking for some gym time during the cold winter months? Obstacle courses and stations will keep your child busy learning gymnastics skills while burning energy and having fun. Parents MUST be out on the floor with their child/children and actively participate with them. The instructor will demonstrate and offer assistance with the skills and gym circuit while you lead your child through the four apparatuses. -
Gymnastics: Tumblers 1: Gr. K-6
Grades K-6 This class teaches beginning tumbling with an emphasis on Floor skills; it also introduces your gymnast to the Vault, Bars, and Beam. This level is for students with little or no previous gymnastics experience but are ready to jump, roll and twist. Gymnasts must master the following skills to progress to Tumblers 2: lunge to handstand, backward roll to feet, bridge, lunge cartwheel, jump to front support & cast. Dassel-Cokato Tumblers gymnastics program is led by long-time gymnastics coach, Paula Wente. She is set to inspire the love of gymnastics within your child and help them develop through multiple levels. MS Gym, PAC Door Placement Evaluation: If you are new to gymnastics or have not previously taken our DC Tumblers courses and feel you are beyond Level 1 skills attend placement evals on Tuesday, April 23 between 6:30-7:30 pm in MS Gym or contact Community Ed. for level placement questions. -
Gymnastics: Tumblers 2: Gr. K-6
This level will continue your gymnast’s training and development of the basic skill sets of tumbling; it will also add more challenges involving all four apparatus, with a continued emphasis on the Floor. The coach’s placement evaluation is required for this level. Gymnasts must master the following skills to progress to Tumblers 3: kick-over, handstand to bridge, run hurdle cartwheel, glide swing, kick-over/pull over & casts push away. -
Gymnastics: Tumblers 3: Gr. K-6
This is the next level for those gymnasts who have mastered the basic skill sets required in Levels 1 & 2. This level will continue to strengthen those skills already obtained. In this level added emphasis will be on form. The coach’s placement evaluation is required for this level. Gymnasts must master these skills to advance to Tumblers 4: back extension, run hurdle round-off, handstand forward roll, front handspring, pullover, back hip circle & shooting star/underswing dismount. -
Gymnastics: Tumblers 4: Gr. K-6
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 Age Group
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 Maintenance
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 Senior
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 Silver
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. Silver Level (Approx. ages 12 & under): Requirement: Able to complete 50's in all four strokes, and 100 IM. Swimmers in this level will also be able to swim an additional 1 day 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 White
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. -
Hockey: D-C Youth Rec
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. -
Jazz Band - Middle School
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. -
Rec Center: Family Open Skate
Family Open Skating Shake off cabin fever this winter with Family Open Skating at the Rec Center on Sunday afternoons. Helmets are required. Dassel-Cokato Rec Center Sundays, Nov. 10, 2024-February 16, 2025 4:30-6:30 pm Fee: $5/person or $15/family each Sunday *Cash only. Bring exact change! -
Robotics Club: Gr. 5-8
Grades 5-8, Come and join the Robotics Club! Level 1: Dive into the world of Sphero robots, where participants will engage in both learning and fun. Sphero programmable robots facilitate hands-on STEM education, allowing students to grasp foundational concepts through interactive learning and engaging activities. Students will have the chance to work independently and in teams, playing games, programming, and tackling various challenges with their Sphero robots. No prior experience necessary – just enthusiasm to explore and create! Level 2: In Level 2 Robotics Club, students will delve into programming our Sphero BOLTs using block, draw, and text code. Additionally, we'll enhance our programming skills by working with drones! Prerequisite: Students must obtain instructor approval to progress to Level 2. -
Ski & Snowboard Club: Gr. 5-12
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 -
Tabletop Gaming: Gr. 7-12
Join us for an exciting opportunity to challenge your friends and discover new tabletop games! This activity is open to all students in grades 7-12 and meets every other Thursday after school in the High School Art Room. Games available include favorites like Magic: The Gathering, RISK, Space Hulk, Dungeons And Dragons, Chess, Uno, Catan, and more. Students are encouraged to bring their own games to share with the group. Bring an after school snack and beverage if you wish. Participation in competitions is optional but requires a $10 fee before competing, which helps fund prizes. Registration is ongoing throughout the school year, so students can join at any time. Don't miss out on the fun and camaraderie of tabletop gaming! -
Wrestling: Charging Dragon
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.