Community Ed & Rec offers summer fun for kids

Posted June 5, 2023

Plymouth School District Community Education & Recreation is offering Friday Playgroup, Swim Lessons, Parent/Tot Aquatics, and a new class called FUNctional Kids Fitness this summer.

Friday Playgroup

All ages can enjoy area parks and commune with nature, other parents, and children at this parent-supervised free play. Shelters will be open in parks that have them.
Details: 9:30-11am 2nd & 4th Fridays June 9-Aug. 11
-June 9: Meyer Park, 300 Daleview Drive, Plymouth
-June 23: City Park, 203 Suhrke Road, Plymouth
-July 14: Stayer Park, 39 S Stafford St., Plymouth
-July 28: Lone Oak Park, 2245 Valley Road, Plymouth
-Aug. 11: Meyer Park, 300 Daleview Drive, Plymouth
Fee: There is no fee, but please register so we know to expect you.
Register: via MyRec

FUNctional Kids Fitness

Geared toward ages 3-6, but parents & younger and/or older siblings are encouraged to participate. This is a fun opportunity for kids to move their bodies and burn energy in ways that can be hard to achieve at home. They will complete obstacle courses, work on balance activities, run races, and so much more!
Instructor: Heather Bassett, CPT
Details: 12:45-1:30pm Tuesdays June 20-August 1 (except July 4) in the PHS Wrestling Room or PHS Multipurpose Facility (first class meets in the PHS Wrestling Room)
Fee: $15 until June 11, then $25
Register: via MyRec

Child Swim Lessons

We follow the American Red Cross courses. Children must be at least 6 years old and at least 50 inches tall.
Instructor: Beth Kerntke
Details: 3:30-4:15pm (Level 4) or 4:30-5:15pm (Level 3) Mondays & Thursdays June 12-July 20 (except July 3, 6) in the PHS Pool
Fee: $44 until June 5, then $55
Register: via MyRec

Parent/Tot Aquatics

This class assists in establishing a comfort level in the water for children ages 6 months to 5 years, with tips for water safety. Parents or other caregivers are in the water with the children, so this class provides a unique opportunity to bond. 
Orientation: 5:30pm Thursday June 8 in the PHS Cafeteria
Details: 5:30-6:15pm Mondays June 12-July 24 (except July 3) in the PHS Pool OR 5:30-6:15pm Thursdays June 15-July 27 (except July 6) in the PHS Pool
Fee: $36/pair until June 5, then $46
Register: via MyRec

How to register

Online (preferred): plymouthwi.myrec.com (If you have not done so already, you will need to create a MyRec account; once we verify residency and approve the account, you can register for any of our current offerings.)
By mail: Download the printable registration form and send it with a check to Community Ed & Rec, 125 S. Highland Ave., Plymouth WI 53073.
In person: Registrations are accepted from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays in our office on the south end of Plymouth High School. Park in the visitor lot in front of the school and enter at Door 18.

Learn more:
• Visit plymouthwi.myrec.com to view available classes, create a MyRec account, and register online.
• View or download a copy of the complete Summer 2023 Course Guide.
• Contact the Community Ed & Rec office at commedrec@plymouth.k12.wi.us or 920-892-5068.
• Visit the office 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on the south end (Door 18) of Plymouth High School, 125 S. Highland Ave.
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