Infants & Toddlers

Fall & Winter

FAMILY Open Swim

Infants-Adults

Enjoy affordable quality pool time for the whole crew—infants, teens, adults—all are welcome! Take a plunge with our diving board, youth slide, basketball hoops, and a variety of toys, floats, life jackets, puddle jumpers, and infant floats. Bring your family and make a splash together!

  • August Aquatics Calendars
  • Cost: $3 p/visitor OR Splash Pass (details below) | Included in Fitness Memberships | Free Open Swim While Enrolled in Swim Lessons 
  • Halfday Open Swim (1:30-3:30pm): Sept 19, Oct 3, 30, 31, Nov 6, 7, 26, 28, Dec 12, 22, 26, 29, Jan 2, 16, 19, Feb 9, 10, 26, 27, Apr 3, 6, 8, 10, May 8, June 3, 4, 5 
  • Snow Day Open Swim: During the school year, Zeeland Recreation makes every effort to open the pool on ZPS snow days. Follow us on social media for the latest news!
  • Pool Rules & Guidelines
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation East Warm Pool

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

4 Yr Olds-Adults

Learning how to swim can save you or your child’s life! Maximize the individual attention you receive and the speed in which you learn by signing up for 1-on-1 or 2-on-1 private swim lessons! These lessons are great for children, teens or adults. Private swim instruction provides flexible scheduling and personalized attention to meet the needs of every swimmer. Lessons are sold in bundles of three-30 minute lessons. 

Note on Semi-Private Lessons: In order to maximize your time at each semi-private swim lesson, we recommend that each participant has similar swimming abilities. 

  • Registration: Email our Aquatics Secretary, Taelia Spencer, at tspencer@zps.org to enroll + schedule lessons (time slots offered are listed below)
  • 1-on-1  Lessons: $99r/$114nr
  • 2-on-1  Lessons: $83r/$98nr (for each participant)
  • Mondays: 6:30 PM or 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 9:45 AM, 10:45 AM or 7:00 PM

GYMNASTICS

3-14 Yr Olds

Our gymnastics program empowers your child to build strength, flexibility, and body awareness! Each session includes rotating skill stations—balance beams, uneven bars, vault, and floor routines—to foster well-rounded development. Join us! Please note: all participants must be potty trained.

    • Register Here
    • Session 1 Cost: $49r/$64nr
    • Sessions 2-5 Cost: $59r/$74nr
    • Age Descriptions: Scroll to bottom of page
    • Lead Instructors: Kari Lacny & Jillayne Zblewski
    • Session 1 (3 Wks Only): Sept 4-22 @ Adams Elementary Gym
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Mon @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Sept 8, 15, 22
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Thur @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Sept 4, 11, 18
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Sat @ 9:00-9:50 AM | Sept 6, 13, 20
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Thur @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Sept 4, 11, 18
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 10:00-10:50 AM | Sept 6, 13, 20
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Mon @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Sept 8, 15, 22
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 11:00-11:50 AM | Sept 6, 13, 20
    • Session 2: Sept 27-Oct 23 @ Quincy Elementary Gym
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Mon @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Thur @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Sat @ 9:00-9:50 AM | Sept 27, Oct 4, 11, 18
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Thur @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Oct 2, 9, 13, 20
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 10:00-10:50 AM | Sept 27, Oct 4, 11, 18
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Mon @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Sept 29, Oct 6, 13, 20
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 11:00-11:50 AM | Sept 27, Oct 4, 11, 18
    • Session 3: Oct 25-Nov 20 @ New Groningen Elementary Gym 
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Mon @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Thur @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Oct 30, Nov 6, 13, 20
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Sat @ 9:00-9:50 AM | Oct 25, Nov 1, 8 , 15
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Thur @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Oct 30, Nov 6, 13, 20
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 10:00-10:50 AM | Oct 25, Nov 1, 8 , 15
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Mon @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Oct 27, Nov 3, 10, 17
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 11:00-11:50 AM | Oct 25, Nov 1, 8 , 15
    • Session 4: Jan 5-31 @ Woodbridge Elementary Gym
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Mon @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Jan 5, 12, 19, 26
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Thur @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Sat @ 9:00-9:50 AM | Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Thur @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Jan 8, 15, 22, 29
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 10:00-10:50 AM | Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Mon @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Jan 5, 12, 19, 26
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 11:00-11:50 AM | Jan 10, 17, 24, 31
    • Session 5: Feb 16-Mar 14 @ Roosevelt Elementary
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Mon @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Feb 16, 23, Mar 2, 9
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Thur @ 6:10-7:00 PM | Feb 19, 26, Mar 5, 12
      • Tots (3-4 Yrs): Sat @ 9:00-9:50 AM | Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Thur @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Feb 19, 26, Mar 5, 12
      • Beginners (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 10:00-10:50 AM | Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Mon @ 7:00-7:50 PM | Feb 16, 23, Mar 2, 9
      • Intermediate & Advanced (5 Yrs+): Sat @ 11:00-11:50 AM | Feb 21, 28, Mar 7, 14
  • Age Descriptions:
    • Tots (3-4 yr olds): Working on somersaults, jumping, balance, swinging 
    • Beginners (5+ yr olds): Working on somersaults, cartwheels, jumping, balance, swinging
    • Intermediate (5+ yr olds +): Prior to the program, participants must be able to do cartwheels and bridges. During the class participants will be divided up into small groups based on age and skills to then work on handstands, round-offs, high beam work, pullovers, hip circles
    • Advanced (5+ yr olds +): Prior to the program, participants must be able to do cartwheels, bridges, backbends, and be working on walkovers. During the class participants will be divided up into small groups based on age and skills to then work on back and front walkovers, handsprings, aerials, squat-ons, straddle-throughs, balance beam dismounts, hip circles

dance fundamentals

3 Yrs Olds-5th Gr

Perfect for those new to dance or returning after a break. Dancers will move to a variety of music, learn foundational dance vocabulary, and explore key movement concepts through imaginative imagery and fun combinations. To ensure independence in class, participants must be fully potty trained.

CREATIVE MOVEMENT

Young 5 Yr Olds-5th Gr

Designed for dancers ready to engage their creativity, this class guides students through fundamental elements of dance—time, space, and energy—using playful imagery and movement. The curriculum is inspired by Anne Green Gilbert’s BrainDance method, a brain‑compatible warm-up built on developmental movement patterns that integrate mind and body to enhance motor coordination, focus, and expressive potential. Let your imagination lead the way in exploring the building blocks of dance technique and creative movement.

motor movement

3-5 Yr Olds

Join us to improve your child's body control, motor skills, and physical awareness through music, games, and other enjoyable activities! This class aims to boost your child's confidence and independence in using their bodies, laying a strong foundation for mastering more complex skills as they grow older. All children must be potty trained. Enroll based on age at start date. 

  • Register for Session 1 Here 
  • Register for Session 2 Here 
  • Register for Session 3 Here 
  • Register for Session 4 Here
  • Register for Session 5 Here
  • Monday Sessions @ Zeeland Recreation
    • Instructor: Kelly Nadeau
    • Session 1: Mon | Sept 8-Oct 20 | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | $59r/$74nr
    • Session 2: Mon | Oct 27-Nov 17 | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | 4 week session | $34r/$49nr
    • Session 3: Mon | Dec 1-Jan 26 (skip Dec 22 & 29) | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | $59r/$74nr
    • Session 4: Mon | Feb 2-Mar 23 (skip Feb 9) | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | $59r/$74nr
    • Session 5: Mon | Apr 13-Jun 1 (skip May 25) | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | $59r/$74nr
  • Saturday Sessions @ ZPS Early Childhood Center
    • Instructor: Haley Yin
    • Session 2: Sat | Nov 1-22 | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | 4 week session | $34r/$49nr
    • Session 3: Sat | Dec 6-Jan 31 (skip Dec 27 & Jan 3) | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | $59r/$74nr
    • Session 4: Sat | Feb 14-Mar 28 | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | $59r/$74nr
    • Session 5: Sat | Apr 18-Jun 6 (skip May 23) | 9:00 AM or 10:00 AM | $59r/$74nr

dance & movement with my grown-up!

2-3 Yrs + Guardian

Come enjoy a special bonding experience with your child as you dance together! Through familiar songs, stories, and playful movement, your little one will learn basic dance steps and terminology while gaining self‑confidence. Parents or guardians are actively involved—making this class ideal for children who need extra time before separating from caregivers. Please enroll according to your child’s age on the start date.

  • Register Here
  • Cost: $59r/$74nr 
  • Instructor: Cydney Sheneman
  • Session 1: Wed | Sept 10-Oct 22 | 9:00-9:45 AM
  • Session 2: Wed | Dec 3-Jan 28 (skip Dec 24, 31) | 9:00-9:45 AM
  • Session 3: Wed | Feb 11-Mar 25  | 9:00-9:45 AM
  • Session 4: Wed | April 15-May 27  | 9:00-9:45 AM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation - Shoreline Sprinkling Studio

parent-child swim lessons

6-36 Month Olds

Learning how to swim can save your child’s life! Our water adjustment class offers a fun, parent-child experience designed to build comfort, social skills, and water safety. Through engaging games and guided activities, young children learn basic water adjustment skills, while gradually transitioning to more independent interaction with instructors.

  • Register Here
  • Cost: $88r/$103nr
  • Instructor to Swimmer Ratio: 4-1
  • Sept 15-Oct 20: Mon | 5:50-6:20 PM
  • Sept 17-Oct 22: Wed | 5:50-6:20 PM
  • Sept 17-Oct 22: Wed | 6:30-7:00 PM
  • Sept 18-Oct 23: Thur | 10:00-10:30 AM
  • Sept 20-Oct 25: Sat | 8:30-9:00 AM
  • Nov 3-Dec 15 (Skip Nov 24): Mon | 5:50-6:20 PM
  • Nov 5-Dec 17 (Skip Nov 26): Wed | 5:50-6:20 PM
  • Nov 5-Dec 17 (Skip Nov 26): Wed | 6:30-7:00 PM
  • Nov 6-Dec 18 (Skip Nov 27): Thur | 10:00-10:30 AM
  • Nov 8-Dec 20 (Skip Nov 29): Sat | 8:30-9:00 AM
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation - East Pool

PARENT-CHILD SING SONG YOGA

2-6 Yr Olds + Guardian

Sing Song Yoga® is an international kids musical yoga program in which song lyrics instruct children how to get into the poses and yoga-based activities. This is a fast-paced, 30 minute class created specifically for 2-6 yr olds that will help your child develop motor skills and attention span while also making fun memories with a parent or caregiver! Parents and kids sign up for this yoga class together. Enroll based on age at start dates.

  • Register Here
  • Cost: $49r/$64nr
  • Instructor: Deb Weiss-Gelmi (founder of Sing Song Yoga®)
  • Sept 18-Oct 23: Thur | Sept 18-Oct 23 | 9:15-9:45 AM (Shoreline Studio)
  • Nov 6-Dec 18 (Skip Nov 27): Thur | 9:15-9:45 AM | Zeeland Recreation
  • Jan 8-Feb 12 (AM): Thur | 9:15-9:45 AM | Zeeland Recreation
  • Jan 8-Feb 12  (PM): Thur | 5:50-6:20 PM | Cityside MS - ELA room
  • Feb 19-Mar 26: Thur | 9:15-9:45 AM | Zeeland Recreation
  • Apr 23-May 28: Thur | 9:15-9:45 AM  | Zeeland Recreation

paddle & play open swim

0-5 Yr Olds + Guardian

Dive into a splash-filled playtime perfect for parents and little ones! We provide life jackets, puddle jumpers, and infant floats for non-swimmers. A parent or guardian must be in the water for hands-on supervision. 

  • Pool Rules & Guidelines
  • Dates: Fridays | Oct 4-Apr 25 | Skip Nov 29, Dec 27, Jan 3, Apr 4, 11 
  • Time: 9:30-10:45 AM 
  • Location: Zeeland Recreation East Warm Pool
  • Costs: $3 p/visitor OR Splash Pass (details below) | Included in Fitness Memberships | Free Open Swim While Enrolled in Swim Lessons

pumpkinfest parade

3-18 Yr Olds

Kick off fall by showcasing the Zeeland Rec Dance program in the exciting Pumpkinfest Parade! Little dancers aged 3–5 will ride on the festive dance float, while the 6–18 age group marches alongside the Zeeland Youth Dance Company through downtown Zeeland. The parade steps off at 3:00 PM. All current dance students are welcome to participate, and we'll provide your shirts—just bring your enthusiasm! Exact times and lineup details will be communicated via email as we get closer to this event. 

  • Register Here
  • Registration Deadline: Sept 13
  • Cost: $10
  • Instructors: Zeeland Recreation Dance Instructors
  • Date:  Sat, Oct 4
  • Time: Parade starts at 3pm

  • Location: Exact meet up time, location and lineup details will be communicated via email

indoor soccer clinics - usa soccer

4 Yr Olds-4th Gr

These indoor soccer clinics will help youngsters enhance coordination, dexterity, and overall skill through age-appropriate, interactive games. Participants receive hands-on "on the ball" instruction and exciting small‑group competitions that teach fundamental techniques in a fun and motivating environment. With each session blending skill development and team play, kids will be having so much fun they won’t even realize they’re learning—though parents will definitely see the progress! Join us to foster a love of soccer while accelerating technical growth and understanding of the game.

  • Register for 4-5 Yrs Sessions Here 
  • Register for KG-1st Gr Sessions Here
  • Register for 2nd-4th Gr Sessions Here
  • Cost: $55r/$70nr
  • Coach: Bruce Lane & USA Soccer Staff
  • 4-5 Yr Olds (Session 1): Sat | Nov 8-Dec 6 (Skip Nov 29) | 9:00-9:45 AM or 10:00-10:45 AM
  • 4-5 Yr Olds (Session 2): Sat | Jan 10-31 | 1:30-2:15 PM or 2:30-3:15 PM
  • KG-1st Gr (Session 1): Sat | Nov 8-Dec 6 (Skip Nov 29) | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
  • KG-1st Gr (Session 2): Sat | Jan 10-31 | 3:30-4:30 PM
  • 2nd-4th Gr (Boys): Sat | Nov 8-Dec 6 (Skip Nov 29) | 12:15-1:15 PM
  • 2nd-4th Gr (Girls): Sat | Jan 10-31 | 4:45-5:45 PM
  • Location: Cityside MS - Main Gym

kids dance day

3 Yr Olds-6th Gr

Join the Zeeland Dance Company for a Spring themed day of fun! Participants will learn dance techniques, dance routines, play movement games, and do a dance related craft! That same evening, dancers are invited back to perform at 6pm in our “Uplifted” Dance Concert, hosted by our Zeeland Youth Dance Company! All proceeds from “Uplifted” go towards our K.L.A.S.S. program, which provides free Zeeland Rec programs to children who are in financial need. No experience required. Participants must be potty trained and 3 years old as of December 1

  • Register Here
  • Registration Deadline: Mon, Mar 2
  • Cost: $43r/$58nr
  • Instructors: Cydney Sheneman, Rachel Plaggmars and the Zeeland Dance Company
  • Date: Sat, Mar 21
  • Time: 9:30 AM-12:30 PM
  • Location: Cityside MS - Lokers Auditorium
  • Uplifted Performance Info: This performance will highlight our Zeeland Youth Dance Company members + participants from our “Kid’s Dance Day” program for 5 yr olds-6th graders that takes place earlier on the same day. All proceeds will go towards our K.L.A.S.S. program, which provides free Zeeland Rec programs to children in financial need. 
    • Tickets: $5 | PURCHASE HERE | Go on sale on Jan 14 
    • Date: Sat, March 21
    • Time: 6:00 PM
    • Location: Lokers Auditorium