Youth Programs

Current Programs and Registration:

View our online catalog for current Youth Sports offerings and to register.  Below you will find overview of the youth activities we offer throughout the year.

Schedules:

View Schedules on the Youth Schedules page.  Schedules can also be found in CivicRec, under your account.

Coaching:

The Park and Recreation Department utilizes volunteer coaches for many of the youth programs the department offers. Volunteer coaches are a key ingredient in the offering of these youth programs. This includes training in psychology and philosophy of youth sports, first aid, and teaching skill techniques for the various activities. Please call the Park and Recreation office if interested at 507-444-4321. All volunteer coaches must fill out a background check on a yearly basis.

Refunds:

If you've registered your child for an activity and need to cancel the registration for any reason please refer to our Refund Policy.

  1. Spring Programs
  2. Summer Programs
  3. Fall Programs
  4. Winter Programs
  5. Year-Round Programs
  6. Steele County Safety Camp
  • Soccer - Learn the fundamentals and skills of soccer in a fun inclusive environment.  This in-house program is for ages 5 years (by August 31) through 6th grade. (Current Grade) Practices are held once a week with games on Saturdays. Boys and girls teams. Referees will manage games. Teams receive sponsored team shirt. Players must provide shin guards, high socks to cover them and athletic shoes, cleats recommended. The Parks, Recreation and Facilities department will have limited shin guards and cleats that can be checked out for the season.
    • Ages 5yrs & Kindergarten - play on a small half field with pop up nets and no goalkeepers. 4 vs 4
    • 1st & 2nd grade - play on small field with goalkeepers. 7 vs 7
    • 3rd & 4th grade - play on medium field with goalkeepers. 9 vs 9
    • 5th & 6th grade - play on medium field, possibility of a game or two on a large field, with goalkeepers. 9 vs 9