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 515.222.3444.
Current Youth & Adult Programs
Elite360 Georges Niang Camp
***UPDATE***
THIS CAMP WILL NOW BE TAKING PLACE AT THE ZACHARY JENSEN FIELDHOUSE IN AMES, IA
1010 Dickinson Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Join current NBA Utah Jazz basketball player and former Iowa State Cyclone All-American Georges Niang for a day on the hardwood. During his college career, Niang achieved a number of program records, including the first player to reach four-straight NCAA tournaments, the first two-time All-American, the career leader in games played (138), and most wins (98). Learn from his experience, gain some key offensive moves, and participate in a unique opportunity to learn from a pro!
Lunch included, participants receive prizes, giveaways, and personalized signed picture with Georges along with a Nike t-shirt. Space is limited and this is the 6th year, they have always sold out…SIGN UP TODAY!
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the sign up button below
2. From the Booking Page, FILTER by Instructor: Elite360
3. Scroll down to the “SPORTS” section and “Show Courses”
4. Scroll to the desired course
Adult Flag Football Summer League
Come sign up for the RecPlex’s first Adult Flag Football Summer League! Teams will compete in a 7 game round-robin format format. “A” league will be the most competitive with “C” league being the least competitive.
Registration: Open 5/1/21 – 6/10/21
Program Duration: 6/30/21 – 8/25/21
Adults (18 years & older and out of high school)
Game times: 6:15pm-9:15pm
For more information click the link down below!
Healthy Esports Day Camp
Welcome, gamers, to the RecPlex’s Healthy Esports Camp! Join us for these week-long day camps and learn to play age-appropriate games while still having a focus on physical activity. Each day will consist of 2 hours of gameplay, 1 hour of sports activity, and 30 minutes of video-on-demand review to learn more about the game of the day and how to improve!
Registration open to WDM Residents: 3/02/21 at 8 AM
Registration open to Public: 3/16/21 at 8 AM
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the sign up button below
2. From the Booking Page, FILTER by Instructor: Esports Camp
3. Scroll down to the “TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION” section and “Show Courses”
4. Scroll to your desired week, date and age group
Parents Night Out
Enjoy a well-deserved night out while your children, ages 5-11, 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.
Download Parents Night Out Packet
Registration open to WDM Residents: 3/02/21 at 8 AM
Registration open to Public: 3/16/21 at 8 AM
**Registration Tips**
1. Click the sign up button below
2. From the Booking Page, FILTER by Instructor: Parents Night Out
3. Scroll down to the “SPECIAL EVENT” section and “Show Courses”
4. Scroll to your desired date
Carroll Goalie School
The Carroll Goalie School is hosting two clinics at the new MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex, July 23-25. The clinics are jam-packed with instruction that help goalies improve individual skills to take their game to exciting new levels. Sessions held in a safe, challenging and upbeat learning environment.
Director Steve Carroll, a goalie development leader, has nearly 30 years of coaching experience at the youth, high school and college levels.
His experienced staff does an excellent job of explaining, demonstrating and reinforcing the essential techniques used in today’s game. Low goalie to coach ratio leads to maximum development.
July 23-25 – Intermediate Skills
Helping goalies improve their overall goaltending skills, work habits and game performance is the focus of this three-day clinic. Goalies will feel confident they have built foundation for continued success. Six hours of on-ice instruction. Boys, girls ages 7-14.
Friday – 6:30-8:30 pm
Saturday – 10 am-noon
Sunday – 10 am-noon
July 24-25 – Intro to Goaltending
Fundamentals are the focus of this two-day clinic. Perfect for goalies new to the position or with limited experience. Three hours of on-ice instruction. Boys, girls ages 6 and older.
Saturday – 1:30-3:00 pm
Sunday – 1:30-3:00 pm
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.