Are you looking for fun after-school activities for your kids in the Des Moines area? Whether you live in Ankeny, West Des Moines, Altoona, Urbandale or beyond, you’re sure to find some extracurricular fun. Browse through our list below for a few…
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Making the Most of the School Year: Exciting After-School Activities in Des Moines
As summer vacation comes to an end and the school year approaches, many parents and children alike find themselves feeling a bit wistful about bidding farewell to the long, lazy days of summer. However, this transition can be made more…
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Extracurriculars Your Kids May Not Have Tried Yet in Des Moines
Looking for an extra-curricular activity for your budding artist, fencer or fly kid? Check out these five classes that go beyond ballet and basketball to offer Des Moines youth unique opportunities. From toddlers to teenagers this list of extraordinary activities…
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How Kids Can Participate in eSports in Des Moines
Chances are if you have a tween or teen, they spend a lot of time gaming. It also means they are probably familiar with eSports. Parenting in the digital age presents its own special challenges. Trying to keep up with…
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Sport Spotlight: Swimming 4 Kids in Des Moines
Before a child can swim competitively they need to be comfortable in the water and are ready to go above and beyond getting their head wet! When people think of swimming, they normally think of either the Olympics or summer…
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Sport Spotlight: Basketball 4 Kids in Des Moines
Basketball was created in Springfield, MA in 1891 by James Naismith. He wanted to create a new game that could be played inside at the YMCA Training School. Since then basketball has grown into one of the most popular sports in…
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Sport Spotlight: Wrestling 4 Kids in Des Moines
Wrestling is an institution in the state of Iowa and is one of the oldest sports in the world. Wrestling has been an important part of sports programs in Iowa’s small schools as well as the state’s colleges and universities. The…
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Sport Spotlight: Volleyball 4 Kids in Des Moines
Bump, set and spike! Volleyball is a popular sport worldwide and has become increasingly popular in recent years. The sport is a combination of tennis, baseball and basketball all rolled into one game. There are competitive programs for volleyball, but the great thing about…
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A perfect ‘10’: Gymnastics 4 Kids in Des Moines
Do you think your child is the next Shawn Johnson or Gabby Douglas? Do they practice their floor exercise in your living room and stick a perfect dismount off the jungle gym? Gymnastics might be something they would enjoy. Here…
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Youth Groups & You: Community Youth Concepts
Community Youth Concepts’ mission is to engage and connect Iowa students through youth development programming and to provide coaching, training, and technical assistance in best practices to youth-serving non-profits. Established in 2008, Community Youth Concepts (CYC) ensures that all youth…
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Sport Spotlight: Football 4 Kids in Des Moines
There’s no doubt football is one of the most popular sports in the United States and is the most popular spectator sport. Football is a true team sport with most players specializing in a particular position. Even with its popularity, football…
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5,6,7,8: Dance Lessons 4 Kids in Des Moines
So you think your kids can dance? Or they just like to Move it, Move it? Then you may want to “tap” into your kids dancing potential. Ballet might be the natural first step for dance lessons, but if your…
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Youth Groups & You: FFA
FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education is the mission of the organization. FFA is a youth organization that advances agriculture through…
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Sport Spotlight: Soccer 4 Kids in Des Moines
Look Mom no hands! With the Women’s U.S. Soccer Team fresh off their World Cup win, soccer is once again in the spotlight. Soccer is a high energy endurance sport that helps kids develop agility, speed and stamina. It also…
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