New Youth & Adult Programs

Summer, Fall, Winter

line dance night

16 Yr Olds-Adults

Grab your boots and hat and join us for Adult Line Dancing Night — a fun, social evening where you’ll learn some of country’s most popular line dances, from the Tush Push to the Electric Slide. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned stepper, our instructor will guide you step‑by‑step with easy‑to-follow instruction, upbeat music, and a lively, welcoming crowd. No partner needed — just bring comfortable shoes and a readiness to step, stomp, shuffle, and have a great time on the dance floor.

  • Register Here
  • Cost: $19r/$34nr
  • Instructor: Cydney Sheneman 
  • Date: Wed, July 22
  • Time: 7:30-9:00 PM
  • Location: Zeeland Rec - Shoreline Studio

girls wrestling skills camp

5 Yr Olds-6th Gr (2026-27 Grade Level)

Step onto the mat and discover the exciting sport of wrestling in a fun, supportive, girls-only environment! This special one-day clinic is designed for girls of all experience levels who want to learn fundamental wrestling skills, improve technique, build confidence, and have fun alongside other female athletes. Whether you're brand new to wrestling or looking to sharpen your skills after participating in our coed camp the week before, this clinic provides a great opportunity to learn, grow, and compete in a positive setting.

  • Register Here
  • Cost: $39r/$54nr 
  • Coach: Tahji Varovong (ZW Wrestling Coach)
  • Date: Mon, July 27
  • Time: 8:00-10:00 AM
  • Location: Zeeland West HS - Wrestling Room

pedal pals - learn to bike - velo kids

2-6 Yr Olds

New to two wheels — or so close you can taste the freedom of riding solo? Come hang out with us at Pedal Pals – Learn to Bike! Velo Kids and Zeeland Rec are teaming up to give young riders a fun, supportive place to practice and learn to bike. We’ll meet on Tuesdays this summer to play games, be silly, hear stories, and — of course — have FUN on BIKES! We’ll work on balance, safe starts and stops, and building confidence on pedal bikes. This class is for riders who are ready to learn biking on 2 wheels. No need to bring your own — bikes and helmets will be provided through the Velo Kids Bike Library for your little ripper to borrow each session. Participants should bring their own helmet (or can be borrowed on site) and closed toe shoes. Although this isn’t a parent-child program, a guardian should stay on-site and in the area during the program. 

  • Register Here
  • Registration Deadline: Wed, July 1 (or when full)
  • Cost: $40r/$55nr 
  • Instructors: Velo Kids Staff
  • Session 2: Tue | July 28, Aug 4, 11 | 11:00-11:45 AM
  • Location: New Groningen Elementary School

free - try water polo days

1st-5th Gr

Looking for a fun way to make a splash? Join ZPS Varsity Head Coach, Zac Geschwendt, and members of the varsity water polo team for an action-packed Try Water Polo Day! Whether you're brand new to the sport or already have Splashball experience, this event is the perfect opportunity to jump in, learn new skills, and have a blast. Participants will enjoy fun, high-energy games and activities that introduce the fundamentals of water polo in a welcoming, supportive environment. No experience is necessary, and current Splashball Water Polo players are encouraged to join the fun and bring a friend! Best of all, it's completely FREE!

  • Registration: Not Required - Just Show Up!
  • Cost: FREE 
  • Coach: Zac Geschwendt (ZPS Varsity Water Polo Coach) 
  • Sat, Aug 1: 7:15-8:15 PM | Location: Bouws Pool (365 Fairbanks Ave, Holland, MI 49423)
  • Sat, Oct 3: 11:00 AM-12:00 PM | Location: Zeeland Rec East Pool

floral design workshop - seasonal vase arrangement

16 Yr Olds-Adults

This floral design workshop teaches participants how to create beautiful vase arrangements using fresh, locally grown flowers. Through hands-on instruction with a local flower farmer, participants will learn foundational design techniques, how to work with seasonal materials, and how to use floral mechanics to build arrangements that last. The workshop also covers key design principles like balance, proportion, color harmony, and focal emphasis, giving participants the confidence to create arrangements that are visually appealing and thoughtfully structured. 

  • Register Here
  • Registration Deadline: Thur, July 16
  • Cost: $75r/$90nr
  • Instructor: Jenna Leigh Flora
  • Date: Thur, Aug 6
  • Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
  • Location: Zeeland West HS - Room D107

mini-movers (parent-child)

18 Month Olds-3 Yr Olds (+ Guardian)

Join your mini mover for an exciting adventure in movement and play! This parent-and-child class is the perfect first program for toddlers, providing a fun, supportive introduction to learning in a group setting while helping them develop body control, balance, coordination, and motor skills through music and age-appropriate activities. With the support of a parent or caregiver, children will build confidence, explore movement, and develop physical awareness in a safe and encouraging environment. Mini Movers provides a strong foundation for future physical activity while creating special bonding time for you and your child. A parent or caregiver must participate with each child. Please enroll based on your child's age on the class start date. 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $49r/$64nr 
  • Instructor: Kelly Nadeau
  • Session 1: Mon | Sept 14-Oct 12 
  • Session 2: Mon | Oct 19-Nov 16 
  • Session 3: Mon | Nov 30-Jan 11 (Skip Dec 21 & 28)
  • Session 4: Mon | Jan 25-Mar 1 (Skip Feb 8)
  • Session 5: Mon | Mar 15-Apr 19 (Skip Apr 5)
  • Session 6: Mon | Apr 26-May 24
  • Time: 9:00-9:45 AM

  • Location: Zeeland Rec - Shoreline Studio

deep water skills for advanced swimmers

6-12 Yr Olds (with prerequisites)

Designed for advanced swimmers who are comfortable in deep water, this class focuses on refining stroke technique, building endurance, strengthening water safety skills, and increasing confidence swimming independently. Participants should be able to jump into deep water and return to the surface on their own, swim 25 yards each of freestyle and backstroke without assistance, tread water continuously for 60 seconds, maintain both a front and back float in deep water, and recover to a safe position and continue swimming independently. 

Not sure if your swimmer is ready? We offer a free 10-minute swim assessment to help determine whether Deep Water Swim Skills is the best fit. Email our Programming Secretary, Robyn DeYoung, at rdeyoung@zps.org to schedule an assessment prior to enrollment.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation Pools
  • Sept 14-Oct 19: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Sept 16-Oct 21: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Nov 2-Dec 14 (Skip Nov 16): Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Nov 4-Dec 16 (Skip Nov 18): Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Jan 4-Feb 8: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Jan 6-Feb 10: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Feb 15-Mar 22: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Feb 17-Mar 24: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Apr 12-May 17: Mon | 6:20-6:50 PM
  • Apr 14-May 19: Wed | 6:20-6:50 PM

little ninjas

3-5 Yr Olds

Get ready for action-packed fun! Little Ninjas introduces young children to movement, balance, coordination, and body awareness through exciting games, obstacle courses, music, and ninja-inspired activities. This class helps build confidence, independence, motor skills, and physical control while encouraging active play in a positive and supportive environment. Little Ninjas provides a strong foundation for learning more advanced movement and athletic skills as children grow. All children must be potty trained. Please enroll based on your child's age on the class start date.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $49r/$64nr 
  • Instructor: Kelly Nadeau
  • Session 1: Mon | Sept 14-Oct 12 
  • Session 2: Mon | Oct 19-Nov 16 
  • Session 3: Mon | Nov 30-Jan 11 (Skip Dec 21 & 28)
  • Session 4: Mon | Jan 25-Mar 1 (Skip Feb 8)
  • Session 5: Mon | Mar 15-Apr 19 (Skip April 5)
  • Session 6: Mon | Apr 26-May 24
  • Time: 10:00-10:45 AM

  • Location: Zeeland Rec - Shoreline Studio

family lunch workshop - new school year, new lunch ideas! 

School-Aged Kids & Their Families

Join us for a fun, hands-on family class where you'll discover how to build healthy, balanced lunches that fuel both your body and your brain. Learn practical tips for packing nutritious meals, then put your new skills into action by creating a lunch to take to school the next day. Along the way, you'll also make and sample fresh, homemade hummus together. It's a delicious and interactive experience the whole family will enjoy!

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Registration Deadline: Sat, Sept 19 (or when full)
  • Cost: $15 per family
  • Instructor: Heidi Lynema (Corewell Health Dietitian & CATCH Instructor)
  • Date: Thur, Sept 24
  • Time: 6:00-7:30 PM
  • Location: Cityside Middle School - Room 135

musical theatre - dance & movement intensive 

6th-12th Gr

This class, taught by the Founder and Former Director of the Zeeland High School Dance Program and current Zeeland High Players Choreographer, is designed for middle and high school students who want to grow as confident, versatile movers in musical theatre. Students will build a technical foundation through a variety of dance styles, including jazz, ballet, contemporary, and more. Emphasis will be placed on improving coordination, strengthening movement quality, and developing confidence, all while learning how dance enhances storytelling and character development on stage. Each class will begin with a structured warm-up, followed by focused work on dance vocabulary, skills, and technique. The final 30 minutes will be dedicated to learning choreography or participating in a character study inspired by a specific show or genre. By the end of the intensive, students can expect to gain a solid understanding of dance terminology, develop tools for approaching choreography in a rehearsal setting, and discover how movement brings characters and stories to life in musical theatre. The course is designed for students interested in theatre who have no formal dance training but may come with some experience in theatre. However students of all levels who do have dance training are welcome to join in the fun! This class is also great preparation for musical auditions at the high school and middle school level!

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Registration Deadline: Wed, Sept 9
  • Cost: $60r/$75nr 
  • Instructor: Nancy Clyde
  • Dates: Wed | Sept 16-Oct 21
  • Time: 6:30-7:45 PM

  • Location: Zeeland East HS - South Studio

taekwondo

9-13 Yr Olds

This program is designed for kids who want to move fast, learn quickly, and build real confidence through martial arts. Participants will develop explosive kicking, punching, and movement skills while learning the fundamentals of Taekwondo through pad drills and partner work. Along the way, they’ll improve toughness, focus, discipline, and coordination, all while building the mindset needed to succeed both in class and in everyday life. Training is led by an internationally certified Master instructor and licensed Kombat Taekwondo coach and referee, ensuring high-quality instruction in a supportive, structured environment. 

start strong: small group gym training for beginners

18 Yr Olds+

Ready to feel confident in the gym but not sure where to begin? Start Strong is the perfect introduction to strength training for anyone new to fitness or unfamiliar with gym equipment. In this six-week small group program (3–6 participants), you'll meet twice a week with certified personal trainer David Mart for hands-on coaching that teaches proper form, safe equipment use, and simple, effective workouts you can repeat on your own. You'll learn upper body, lower body, full body, and core exercises while building a balanced fitness routine. Between sessions, you'll have access to Zeeland Recreation to practice your workouts at your own pace using a personalized plan provided by your coach. Whether you're stepping into a gym for the first time or simply looking for guidance, Start Strong will replace uncertainty with knowledge, support, and confidence. We would love for you to join us! 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Registration Deadline: Tue, Sept 29
  • Cost: $150r/$165nr 
  • Trainer: David Mart
  • Dates: Mon & Thur | Oct 5-22
  • Time: 7:30-8:15 PM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation

club cardio - pop up classes

12 Yr Olds-Adults

Get ready to turn your workout into a night out! This high-energy dance fitness class is all about sweating, smiling, and feeling the burn to an awesome, loud, club-style playlist. With nonstop beats, simple but powerful moves, and a party-like atmosphere, you’ll forget you’re exercising! Lights low, music up, and energy high. Come dance it out, and leave feeling strong, energized, and totally exhilarated!

  • Register Here (Free - Registration Still Required)
  • Cost: $8 Drop-In | Punch Card | Included with Ultimate Fitness Membership
  • Instructor: Heather Winia
  • Dates: Tue | Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
  • Time: 7:45-8:30 PM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation - Fitness Studio

sustainable sewing

18 Yr Olds+

Get creative while caring for the planet in our Sustainable Sewing class! This hands-on workshop blends style, creativity, and eco-friendly living as you learn to make beautiful, reusable projects you’ll actually use and love. You’ll sew a stylish reusable coffee cozy, elegant fabric napkins with finished mitered corners, and a globally inspired Morsbag tote you’ll be proud to carry - and even prouder to gift. Designed for the confident beginners through intermediate sewers (see Sewing Level Guide below), this class is the perfect way to grow your sewing skills while making a real impact through sustainable, everyday creations. Come stitch, learn, and create something meaningful in a fun and supportive environment! Sewing machines are provided. Please bring one yard of high quality cotton quilting fabric (or you can buy it on-site from the instructor). 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Registration Deadline: Fri, Oct 2
  • Cost: $95r/$110nr 
  • Instructor: Julie Blakely 
  • Date: Tue | Oct 6 & 13
  • Time: 6:00-8:00 PM
  • Location: City on a Hill - 100 Pine St - STE 123 | After arriving at City on a Hill, drive around the building until you reach the entrance off of Taft Street. Enter the building through door G. Take elevator to 2nd floor, then follow the yellow signs leading you to the classroom. 
  • Sewing Level Guide:
    • Level 1: I have very little knowledge of sewing machines
    • Level 2: I know how to use a sewing machine and I can sew a straight line, thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin
    • Level 3: I have confidence with a sewing machine and I can do small projects with very little assistance

    • Level 4: I am an intermediate sewer who knows how to sew various fabrics and read a pattern

forever young - seniors prom for 60 yrs+

60 Yr Olds+

Step back in time and relive the magic of prom night at Senior Prom, specially designed for ages 60 and up! This evening will feature timeless music, dancing, bingo, and light desserts in a welcoming atmosphere. Whether you come solo, with a partner, or as part of a group, you’ll mingle with friendly faces, enjoy classic tunes, and make new friends. Dress to impress, bring your best moves, and get ready to make memories!

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $25 per person
  • Date: Sat, Nov 7
  • Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation & Cityside Middle School

slimetopia: slime chefs on deck

7-13 Yr Olds

Pack your bags and grab your slime passports because Slimetopia is setting sail on the sweetest cruise ever! Your STEAM Team will become official slime sous chefs aboard the S.S. Slimetopia as you whip up wildly wacky slime creations inspired by over-the-top treats and outrageous snacks from around the globe. From fluffy Cotton Candy Slime and spicy Flamin’ Hot Cheeto Slime to Sticky Rice Slime and Banana Split Sundae Slime, every day is packed with squishy, stretchy foodie fun! Between slime recipes, campers will tackle hands-on engineering adventures like designing a candy-inspired Sweet Suite dream cabin and building an orange sorting machine worthy of the ship’s slime kitchen. This ooey-gooey voyage is overflowing with creativity, laughter, teamwork, and messy STEAM fun from bow to stern! 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $240r/$255nr 
  • Instructors: Rachel Franklin & Challenge Island Staff
  • Dates: Dec 28-31
  • Time: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM

  • Location: Cityside MS - Cafeteria

water polo - preseason skills clinics

3rd-6th Gr

Get ready for water polo season with these fun, 45-minute preseason clinics! Athletes will build confidence while developing essential skills like treading water, the eggbeater kick, passing, shooting, and game fundamentals. Each session reinforces core techniques while introducing a new area of focus. Register for individual clinics or the full series for the greatest improvement. Most instruction takes place in the shallow end, making these clinics ideal for beginners and returning players alike. No prior water polo or swim team experience is required, and flotation devices are available for those who need extra support. 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $19r/$34nr 
  • Coach: Olivia Hamilton 
  • Treading Water & Eggbeater Kick: Sat, Jan 16 | 10-10:45 AM         
  • Passing & Shooting Mechanics: Sat, Jan 23 | 10-10:45 AM
  • Sculling, Lateral/Backward Movement: Sat, Jan 30 | 10-10:45 AM
  • Driving & Releases: Sat, Feb 6 | 10-10:45 AM
  • Ball Protection: Sat, Feb 13 | 10-10:45 AM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation - West Cold Pool

sewing - baby or lap quilt

16 Yr Olds-Adults

Create a handmade quilt that will be treasured for years to come! In this fun and creative workshop, you'll sew a beautiful scrappy quilt that can be made as a cozy baby quilt for a new arrival or a lap quilt to provide extra warmth and comfort during the winter months. You'll learn quilting techniques while designing a project that reflects your own personal style through the fabrics you choose. Sewing machines, thread, and cutting supplies are provided - all you need to bring is three yards of your own 100% cotton or flannel coordinating fabric and a desire to create something meaningful, practical, and uniquely yours. 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Registration Deadline: Sun, Jan 10
  • Cost: $85r/$100nr 
  • Instructor: Julie Blakely 
  • Date: Thur | Jan 14 & 28
  • Time: 6:00-8:30 PM
  • Location: City on a Hill - 100 Pine St - STE 123 | After arriving at City on a Hill, drive around the building until you reach the entrance off of Taft Street. Enter the building through door G. Take elevator to 2nd floor, then follow the yellow signs leading you to the classroom. 
  • Sewing Level Guide:
    • Level 1: I have very little knowledge of sewing machines
    • Level 2: I know how to use a sewing machine and I can sew a straight line, thread a sewing machine and wind a bobbin
    • Level 3: I have confidence with a sewing machine and I can do small projects with very little assistance

    • Level 4: I am an intermediate sewer who knows how to sew various fabrics and read a pattern

eat whole grains the whole day

School-Aged Kids & Their Families

Join us for a fun, hands-on family nutrition class where you’ll create your own delicious grain bowl for dinner and bake wholesome cookies together for dessert. Along the way, you’ll learn how to identify true whole grains on food labels and pick up simple, practical tips for incorporating more whole grains into your everyday meals. Come hungry and ready to cook, learn, and enjoy everything you make together! 

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Registration Deadline: Thur, Jan 21 (or when full)
  • Cost: $15 per family
  • Instructor: Heidi Lynema (Corewell Health Dietitian & CATCH Instructor)
  • Date: Thur, Jan 28
  • Time: 5:30-7:00 PM
  • Location: Cityside Middle School - Room 135

water polo league (coed - 5v5)

3rd-5th Gr

Introduce your child to the exciting sport of water polo! This beginner-friendly league teaches fundamental skills including passing, catching, shooting, ball handling, treading water, and basic game strategy in a fun, supportive environment. Most activities take place in the shallow end of the pool, allowing participants to build skills and confidence at their own pace while gradually developing deep-water confidence throughout the season. Through skill-focused drills, games, and scrimmages, players will also improve endurance, teamwork, and sportsmanship. No prior water polo experience is required. While swim team experience can be helpful, it is not necessary, and flotation devices are available for participants who would benefit from additional support. Practices are held twice each week, with games on Saturdays. Most games will be played at our home pool, with the possibility of traveling to nearby community pools for select league games. If registration numbers allow for two teams, players will be placed on balanced teams to provide a positive, developmental experience. Every participant will be assigned to a team and receive equal playing time, regardless of skill level. Whether your child is trying water polo for the first time or building on existing skills, this league offers a fun, active way to develop confidence in the water, make new friends, and experience one of the fastest-growing aquatic sports.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Registration Deadline: Mon, Feb 8
  • Cost: $59r/$74nr 
  • Coach: Olivia Hamilton 
  • Practices: Tue & Thur | Feb 23-Mar 18 | 6:00-7:00 PM | Location: Zeeland Rec - East Pool
  • Games: Sat | Feb 27-Mar 20 | Range from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM | Location: Zeeland Rec  - West Pool

parent-child Prom - fairytale

4 Yr Olds-6th Gr (NEW AGES!)

Join us to create magical memories together at our Fairytale Parent & Child Prom - an enchanting evening designed for caregivers and children to share a night full of dancing, activities, and unforgettable moments inspired by beloved fairytales. Dressed in your royal best, you’ll step into a storybook setting where imagination comes to life and every moment feels like a dream come true!

Formerly known as Daddy-Daughter Prom, this event has been renamed Parent–Child Prom to celebrate all caregiver-child relationships. All are welcome, regardless of gender.

  • Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 3 @ 10:00 AM)
  • Cost: $19 per person (register each child and guardian separately)
  • Date: Sat, March 6
  • Time: 7:00-9:00 PM

  • Location: Cityside Middle School