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5th & 6th Grade Tackle FootballYouth Recreation5th and 6th Grade Tackle Football Youth tackle football program for students entering 5th & 6th grade for the 2026-2027 school year. Basic football techniques, position techniques, team plays, and SAFETY will be the key elements taught in this program. This is a padded, full-contact activity. The Minnewaska Football Association will provide helmets, pads, pants, jerseys, and mouth guards. Cleats (rubber soles only)/shoes, athletic cup, etc., will be the player's responsibility. Approximately six games are to be played within the Willmar football league. Tentative games are on Thursday nights @ 7:00 p.m. Game schedule is TBD. Possible other scrimmages throughout the season. USA Football-certified coaching staff. Equipment handout/ Parent meeting is on August 8th, time TBD Practice Schedule: Monday’s – Aug. 10, 17, 24 & 31 - September 14, 21, & 28 - October 5 @ 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday’s Aug. 12, 19, & 26@ 5:30-7:00 p.m. Saturdays – Aug. 15, 22, & 29 - September 5, 12, 19, & 26 - October 3 & 10 @ 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Cost: $150.00 Registration (includes T-shirt) $80 Equipment Deposit (due at equipment handout day) $80 will be refunded to you once all equipment is returned and in good condition. Registration Deadline: August 7thMinnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Fall Youth Volleyball Grades 5 & 6Youth RecreationGrades: 5-6Cost: $45 per athleteLocation: Minnewaska Area High School Main Gym (scrimmage also uses Auxiliary Gym)T-Shirt: Provided to 5th & 6th-grade participants for the scrimmage Time: 3:30–4:30 PM Join the Minnewaska Volleyball community this fall! Athletes will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through fun, engaging practices led by our 7th-, 8th-, and C-squad athletes and coaches. Participants will also have the opportunity to showcase their skills in a scrimmage setting, receiving guidance and support from experienced student-athletes and coaching staff. Practice Dates (5–6): Monday, September 14, 2026 Monday, September 21, 2026 Monday, September 28, 2026 5th & 6th Grade Scrimmage: Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026 Time: 1:00–4:30 PM Location: MAHS Main and Auxiliary Gyms Coaches: C-Squad Athletes & Coaches Refs & Line Judges: JV and Varsity PlayersMinnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Fall Youth Volleyball Grades K-4Youth RecreationGrades: K–4Cost: $40 per athleteLocation: Minnewaska Area High School Main Gym Time: 3:30–5:00 PM Join the Minnewaska Volleyball community this fall! Athletes will learn the fundamentals of volleyball through fun, engaging practices led by our 7th-, 8th-, and C-squad athletes and coaches. Practice Dates (K–4): Monday, September 14, 2026 Monday, September 21, 2026 Tuesday, September 28, 2026Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Flag Football - 3rd & 4th GradeYouth RecreationIn-house 7v7 flag football league for boys and girls in 3rd and 4th grade. This league will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Barsness Park and will consist of practices and games. The season will run from September 8th to October 8th. This will be a great opportunity for kids to be introduced to organized football, build confidence, learn the game, and have fun! Practice Schedule: Tuesday’s – September 8, 15, 22 @ 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Barsness Park Thursday’s – September 10, 17 @ 5:30-7:00 p.m. Barness Park Game Schedule: Tuesday’s – September 29, October 6 @ 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Barsness Park Thursday’s – September 24, October 1, 8 @ 5:30-7:00 p.m. Barness Park Equipment needed: Cleats (rubber only)/ shoes If you’re interested in volunteer coaching, please contact Ryan Scheevel at scheevelryan@gmail.com or Shawn Grossman at shawn.grossman@northstarmutual.com Cost: $45.00 Registration (includes T-shirt) Class size: 60Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Girls Basketball Fall Skills & Drills: 4th - 6thYouth Recreation4-6 Fall Girls Basketball Skills and DrillsCome learn the fundamentals of basketball, and work on your individual skills with your teammates! This camp will include skill work as well as age-appropriate mini games to grow your daughter's confidence on the court. Camp Dates: October 12, 19, 26, and November 2 Time: 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Cost: 25.00 Instructor: Nick Danielson, Girls Basketball Head Coach, and Eric Kolstoe Location: Minnewaska Area High School Auxiliary Gym Age: Currently in grades 4-6Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Junior Laker Dance Competition Team: Grades 5–6Youth RecreationJunior Laker Dance Competition Team: Grades 5–6 The Junior Laker Dance Competition Team offers dancers the opportunity to further develop their kick and jazz skills while building confidence, teamwork, and performance ability in a positive and encouraging environment. This extended season includes multiple performance opportunities and the chance to compete against other schools’ dance teams. Dates: September 10th, 2026 – January 7th, 2027 (No Practice 11/26 | Practice Held on 12/29 During Winter Break) Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays Jazz: Tuesdays | Kick: Thursdays 6:15 pm – 7:30 pm Where: Central Square Cost: $225 per dancer Grades: 5–6 Performance Shirt: Included at no cost Competition Uniform: Thanks to the donation of gently used youth competition uniforms from a former dance coach, no uniform fee will be charged this season for youth dancers. Uniforms will be provided at no additional cost. Future fundraising opportunities are being explored to help offset competition-related expenses for families. Performance Opportunities: December 10th Performance Showcase Minnewaska Dance Team Invite on January 7th Possible additional away competition (TBD) Instructor: Kristen Glover Note: Jazz shoes are required but not included in the registration fee. Shoes may be ordered through Ms. Kristen on the first day of practice if dancers do not already have a pair from previous dance classes.Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Junior Laker Dance: Grades 2-4Youth RecreationJunior Laker Dance: Grades 2–4 The Junior Laker Dance program offers youth dancers the opportunity to learn and grow in both kick and jazz styles. Dancers will gain skills in technique, teamwork, and performance in a fun and supportive environment. This session culminates in a performance to showcase what participants have learned throughout the fall season. Dates: September 10th – December 10th, 2026 (No Practice 11/26) Time: Thursdays | 5:15 pm – 6:15 pm Where: Central Square Cost: $115 per dancer Grades: 2–4 Performance Shirt: Included at no cost Performance Opportunity: Show on December 10th Instructor: Kristen Glover Note: Jazz shoes are required but not included in the registration fee. Shoes may be ordered through Ms. Kristen on the first day of practice if dancers do not already have a pair from previous dance classes.Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Junior Laker Dance: Grades K–1Youth RecreationJunior Laker Dance: Grades K–1 The Junior Laker Dance program offers youth dancers the opportunity to learn and grow in both kick and jazz styles. Dancers will gain skills in technique, teamwork, and performance in a fun and supportive environment. This session culminates in a performance to showcase what participants have learned throughout the fall season. Dates: September 10th – December 10th, 2026 (No Practice 11/26) Time: Thursdays | 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm Where: Central Square Cost: $100 per dancer Grades: K–1 Performance Shirt: Included at no cost Performance Opportunity: Show on December 10th Instructor: Kristen Glover Note: Jazz shoes are required but not included in the registration fee. Shoes may be ordered through Ms. Kristen on the first day of practice if dancers do not already have a pair from previous dance classes.Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
K-3 Fall Girls Basketball Skills & DrillsYouth RecreationK-3 Fall Girls Basketball Skills and Drills Come learn the fundamentals of basketball, and work on your individual skills with your teammates! This camp will include skill work as well as age-appropriate mini games to grow your daughter's confidence on the court. Camp Dates: October 12, 19, 26, and November 2 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm Cost: 25.00 Instructor: Nick Danielson, Girls Basketball Head Coach, and Eric Kolstoe Location: Minnewaska Area High School Auxiliary Gym Age: Currently in grades K-3Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Minnewaska Laker Dance Team Fall Performance TeamYouth RecreationMinnewaska Laker Dance Team Fall Performance Team Come join the Minnewaska Laker Dance Team Fall Performance Team! Participants will learn and perform in the dance genres of Hip Hop and Pom while building confidence, teamwork, and performance skills in a fun and energetic environment. Athletes do not need to be a member of the winter competitive dance team to participate. Participants will perform pom drill sidelines alongside the Pep Band and perform halftime routines at both football and soccer games throughout the fall season. Dates: August 10th – October 1st, 2026 Time: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Where: Minnewaska Area Elementary School Gym Cost: $115 per participant plus cost of poms and team gear Grades: 7–12 Performance Opportunities: Football games, soccer games, and halftime performances throughout the fall seasonMinnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Minnewaska Mallards Soccer: 3rd Grade through 6th GradeYouth RecreationMinnewaska Mallards Soccer is excited to offer a fall soccer league for boys and girls in 3rd grade through 6th grade for the 2026–2027 school year. Players will build skills, stay active, and have fun on the turf while being part of a great team experience. All participants receive a Minnewaska Mallards T-shirt! Dates: Saturdays, September 5 – October 10, 2026Location: Turf Field – Minnewaska Area High SchoolFee: $50 per child (includes a T-shirt) Practice Times: 3rd Grade - 6th Grade: 10:00–10:55 AM Required Equipment: Shin guards and soccer socks (socks cover the shin guards) Optional Equipment: Soccer-specific cleats (no front toe spike) All other equipment will be provided by Minnewaska Mallards Soccer. Questions? Email: minnewaskamallards@gmail.com Call: David Vinje at 320-219-9197Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October -
Minnewaska Mallards Soccer: Pre-K (age 4) through 2nd GradeYouth RecreationMinnewaska Mallards Soccer is excited to offer a fall soccer league for boys and girls in Pre-K (age 4) through 2nd grade for the 2026–2027 school year. Players will build skills, stay active, and have fun on the turf while being part of a great team experience. All participants receive a Minnewaska Mallards T-shirt! Dates: Saturdays, September 5 – October 10, 2026Location: Turf Field – Minnewaska Area High SchoolFee: $50 per child (includes a T-shirt) Practice Times: Pre-K (age 4) – 2nd Grade: 9:00–9:55 AM Required Equipment: Shin guards and soccer socks (socks cover the shin guards) Optional Equipment: Soccer-specific cleats (no front toe spike) All other equipment will be provided by Minnewaska Mallards Soccer. Questions? Email: minnewaskamallards@gmail.com Call: David Vinje at 320-219-9197Minnewaska Messenger Fall 2026 August - October