Along with sports and activities, the RecPlex hosts a variety of structured programs for people of all ages, from an introduction of sports to nutrition and virtual learning. We have programs for every season, so make sure to check back for new programs throughout the year.
NOTE: RecPlex programs/registration are available through the City of West Des Moines Parks & Recreation Department as part of their overarching programming. When you sign up for one of the programs listed below, you will be directed to the City of WDM website to register. Please scroll below the WDM Parks & Recreation Program Guides to begin registration. If this is the first time you or a family member has signed up for a WDM program, you will be asked to create an account prior to completing the registration process. For assistance with registration, please call 515.440.4819.
Current Youth & Adult Programs
Parents Night Out
Enjoy a well-deserved night out while your children, ages 5-12, get a fun-filled evening with their peers at our next Parents Night Out. While you go out to dinner or take advantage of an empty house, your children will do crafts, play games, make friends, and enjoy a pizza party in the care of our trained staff.
September 9th, 23rd
October 7th, 21st
November 4th, 18th
December 2nd, 16th
*All times from 5-8pm
Parents Night out New Years Eve!
Join us for a special version of Parents Night Out to close out 2023. We will be having a New Years Eve themed activities and crafts, a glow-in-the-dark- dance party, open play time, snacks and of course a pizza party!
December 31st
4pm-10pm
$35.00
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Special Event” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
School’s Out! RP Kids Day Camp
School may be out for the day but we’re not. Please join us for a fun-filled day with sports, arts and crafts, snacks, lunch and more. Every camp is guided by our recreation staff who are trained to encourage participation, good sportsmanship, and most of all, FUN! This is the type of day camp you don’t want to miss!
Monday October 9th
Friday October 27th
November 6th
November 22nd
December 22nd
Time: 8am-5pm
Daily rate: $50/child
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Zamboni Driving Experience
Have you always dreamed of driving the Zamboni? The RecPlex Zamboni Driving experience is a crash course in all things Zamboni, which includes an opportunity to take one for a spin on the ice. This one-hour class is designed for adults with a valid driver’s license to learn fun facts about the Zamboni, how to operate and drive a Zamboni, and tour the facility. Space is limited, so book your Zamboni Driving Experience quickly for your chance to drive our Zamboni and learn how we create and maintain the ice at the RecPlex.
September: 12th & 26th
October: 10th & 24th
November: 7th & 21st
December: 5th & 19th
Daily rate: $50
Times: 2pm-3pm & 3pm-4pm
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Little Flag Football League
The RecPlex’s coed sports leagues are designed for children four to seven years of age. Teams will practice the first 15 minutes followed by a game each week. These leagues provide the ideal environment to have fun while being taught the basic sport fundamentals and learning the importance of teamwork, socialization, and sportsmanship. The registration fee includes a reversible jersey. Volunteer coaches are needed. Due to the amount of players and friend requests, players will be placed on the same team if parents are willing to co-coach. All games will be played indoors.
Date: September 9th-October 28th
**NO GAMES ON 9/30 & 10/14**
Fee: $45
Ages 4-5: 9am-10am
Ages 6-7: 10am-11am
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Youth Volleyball League
The RecPlex’s coed sports leagues are designed for children eight to eleven years of age. Teams will practice the first 30 minutes followed by a game each week. These leagues provide the ideal environment to have fun while being taught the basic sport fundamentals and learning the importance of teamwork, socialization, and sportsmanship. The registration fee includes a reversible jersey. Volunteer coaches are needed. Due to the amount of players and friend requests, players will be placed on the same team if parents are willing to co-coach.
Date: September 12th-October 17th
Fee: $45
Ages 8-9: 5:30pm-7pm
Ages 10-11: 7pm-8:30pm
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Youth Dodgeball
Dodge, dip, duck, and dive. Be a part of the RecPlex coed dodgeball program designed for youth six through twelve years old. Each week we will play different styles of dodgeball games along with learning some tips to the game. The RecPlex Youth Dodgeball program provides the ideal environment to have fun while learning the importance of teamwork, socialization, and sportsmanship. Registration fee includes a T-shirt.
Date: September 5th-October 10th
Fee: $45
Ages 6-7: 5pm-6pm
Ages 8-9: 6pm-7pm
Ages 10-12: 7pm-8pm
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Adult Pickleball League
Pickleball can be fun, social and friendly. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn. The environment can be quick, fast-paced and competitive for players. Teams will compete for eight weeks. Each game is one hour in length.
Date: Starts September 5th
(Tues/Wed/Thurs)
Fee: $80 + tax/ team
Time: 6:15PM – 9:15PM
Learn to Skate
This program is geared towards recreational skaters of all ages and skill levels. Instructors will follow the skill progressions outlined in Learn To Skate USA Basic Skills. Each session will be 30 minutes of instruction with 30 minutes of free skate. Each session will be broken into groups once registration closes that indicated lesson time. Our program ratio consists of a 12:1 student/instructor ratio to ensure quality instruction except for the Snow Plow Sam which is set at an 8:1 ratio. Skates are included!
Sundays
September 10th-October 15th 1pm-3pm
October 29th- December 3rd 1pm-3pm
Tuesdays
September 12th- October17th 6pm-7pm
October 31st-December 5th 6pm-7pm
Fee: $110.00
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Learn to Skate” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
RP Kids Winter Break Day Camp
Get away from the cold this winter adn send your children to the RecPlex for our RP Kids Winter Break Camp! There will be plenty of fun and activities to keep your children warm and active. Each day will be comprised of different sports activities, arts and crafts, snacks, lunch and so much more. This camp will provide the children the opportunity to experience many different sports, and they just might walk away with a newfound passion.
Days: December 26th-29th
Time: 8am-5pm
Daily Rate: $60.00
Weekly Rate: $220.00
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Technology & Innovation” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Skate with Santa
Enjoy a special opportunity to take to the ice at the RecPlex during public skate to skate with Santa. Bring along the kids and a camera to capture pictures and skate around with Santa. Preregistration is required.
Date: December 2nd
Time: 12:15pm-2:15pm
Fee: $11.00
Date: December 9th
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Fee: $11.00
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Halloween Hullabaloo
Calling all goblins, ghosts, and ghouls. Come on over to the RecPlex for a spooky good time in a family-friendly environment. We will decorate pumpkins and play fun games and activities like hula hoop pumpkin toss, monster freeze dance, snacks, and more. Space will be limited so don’t miss out.
Date: October 28th
Time: 5pm-7pm
Fees:
$10.00 Ages 12+
$8.00 Ages 2-11
FREE Ages 2 & under
**Parents will not need to register if they are not planning on partaking in activities**
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Special Events” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Little Kickers Soccer League
The RecPlex’s coed sports leagues are designed for children four to seven years of age. Teams will practice the first 15 minutes followed by a game each week. These leagues provide the ideal environment to have fun while being taught the basic sport fundamentals and learning the importance of teamwork, socialization, and sportsmanship. The registration fee includes a reversible jersey. Volunteer coaches are needed. Due to the amount of players and friend requests, players will be placed on the same team if parents are willing to co-coach. All games will be played indoors.
Date: September 9th-October 28th
**NO GAMES ON 9/30 & 10/14**
Fee: $45
Ages 4-5: 9am-10am
Ages 6-7: 10am-11am
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Little Hoopers Basketball League
The RecPlex’s coed sports leagues are designed for children four to seven years of age. Teams will practice the first 15 minutes followed by a game each week. These leagues provide the ideal environment to have fun while being taught the basic sport fundamentals and learning the importance of teamwork, socialization, and sportsmanship. The registration fee includes a reversible jersey. Volunteer coaches are needed. Due to the amount of players and friend requests, players will be placed on the same team if parents are willing to co-coach.
Date: October 24th-November 28th
Fee: $45
Ages 4-5: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Ages 6-7: 7pm-8pm
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the button below
2. Go to “Sports” category
3. Select “Show Courses” for the desired activity
4. Select “Register” to sign up
Find More West Des Moines Programming
Browse a complete list of programs offered through the City of West Des Moines Parks & Recreation Department.
Get in Touch With the RecPlex Team
Have questions about any of our upcoming programs? Our team would be happy to answer those for you.