Parks & Recreation Programs
If you have questions, please reach out to Fridley Recreation at 763-572-3570 or Recreation@FridleyMN.gov.
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Preschool Activities – Ages 3-5
Sports
Fridley Recreation sports programs are designed for kids who want to learn basic skills while being active and having fun! Instructors focus on teaching age-appropriate fundamentals while encouraging teamwork.
- Mon. - Soccer (Ages 3-5)
- Tue. - Soccer (Ages 3-5)
- Tue. - Games and Sports Of All Sorts (Ages 3-5)
- Wed. - Track and Field (Ages 3-5)
- Thu. - T-Ball (Ages 3-5)
- Mon. - T-Ball (Ages 3-5)
- Tues. - Track and Field (Ages 3-5)
- Wed. - Games and Sports Of All Sorts (Ages 3-5)
- Thu. - Soccer (Ages 3-5)
Our Leaders Are Readers
Join us at the Fridley Civic Campus (7071 University Ave NE) as our civic leaders read stories about their jobs and roles in the city government. After each story, readers will take families on a behind-the-scenes tour of their work spaces.
Our Leaders Are Readers is brought to you through a partnership with the Anoka County Library Mississippi Branch. This free program requires no pre-registration.
| DATE | TIME | READER |
| Thu. Aug. 3 | 10:30 a.m. | Fire |
| Thu. Aug 17 | 10:30 a.m. | Mayor Lund |
| Thu. Aug 31 | 10:30 a.m. | Police |
Rec N' Roll
We've got your ticket to a rockin' good time! The Fridley Recreation team will be coming out to neighborhood parks throughout the summer with our Rec' N Roll mobile. We will offer a variety of free activities on-site including games, sports, arts, crafts, music, and more! Recreation team members will set up activities. equipment and offer free snacks for youth! No need to pre-register, simply show up and have fun! View the Rec N' Roll schedule webpage!
Elementary School Activities
Safety Camp - Gr. 2-5
Children will get a behind-the-scenes look at the Police and Fire Departments while learning and experiencing safety! Topics may include fire, seat belt, animals, electrical, bicycle, first aid, water, weather and 911! This camp will be held at Fridley Civic Campus (7071 University Ave NE) -rain or shine. The registration fee includes leadership, supplies, bike helmet, t-shirt, tote bag, snacks and lunch. Graduation ceremony to follow camp!
Summer ROCKS - Gr. K-6
Visit our Summer Rocks 2023 page to learn more about our nine-week day camp program for kids finishing grades K-6 and to register online!
Summer Sports - Gr. K-4
These programs are designed for kids who want to learn basic skills while being active and having fun! Instructors focus on teaching age-appropriate fundamentals while encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship and positive social interaction. Equipment will be provided for each sport if needed!
Classes Beginning June 12:
- Mon. - Soccer (Gr. K-4)
- Tue. - Tennis (Gr. K-4)
- Wed. - Track And Field (Gr. K-4)
- Thu. - Baseball (Gr. K-4)
Classes Beginning July 24:
- Tues. - Track and Field (Gr. K-4)
- Wed. - Games and Sports Of all Sorts (Gr. K-4)
- Wed. - Tennis (Gr. K-4)
- Thu. - Soccer (Gr. K-4)
Ultimate Frisbee Camp - Ages 8-13
Ultimate Frisbee is a non‐contact, action‐packed sport played with a flying disc. In partnership with New Brighton, Mounds View, Fridley, and Spring Lake Park Parks and Recreation, the Minnesota Wind Chill are offering a safe instructional Ultimate Frisbee camp in New Brighton! Free disk included with registration.
Camp Dates July 10 - July 14
Our Leaders Are Readers
Join us at the Fridley Civic Campus (7071 University Ave Ne) as our civic leaders read stories about their jobs and roles in the city government. After each story, readers will take families on a behind-the-scenes tour of their workspaces.
Our Leaders Are Readers is brought to you through a partnership with the Anoka County Library Mississippi Branch. This free program requires no pre-registration.
| DATE | TIME | READER |
| Thu. Aug. 3 | 10:30 a.m. | Fire |
| Thu. Aug 17 | 10:30 a.m. | Mayor Lund |
| Thu. Aug 31 | 10:30 a.m. | Police |
Rec N' Roll
We've got your ticket to a rockin' good time! The Fridley Recreation team will be coming out to neighborhood parks throughout the summer with our Rec' N Roll mobile. We will offer a variety of free activities on-site including games, sports, arts, crafts, music, and more! Recreation team members will set up activities. equipment and offer free snacks for youth! No need to pre-register, simply show up and have fun! View the Rec N' Roll schedule webpage!
Middle School Activities
Spring Sports
Interested in trying a new sport? We invite teens to join one of the fastest growing sports in the country! Clinics are designed to give you a sample of the sport while focusing on the fundamentals. We will cover rules and basic techniques to get you started. Equipment will be provided if needed.
Classes Beginning May 20
Summer Sports
These programs are designed for kids who want to learn basic skills while being active and having fun! Instructors focus on teaching age-appropriate fundamentals while encouraging teamwork, sportsmanship and positive social interaction. Equipment will be provided for each sport if needed.
Classes Beginning June 12
Classes Beginning July 24
Ultimate Frisbee Camp - Ages 8-13
Ultimate Frisbee is a non‐contact, action‐packed sport played with a flying disc. In partnership with New Brighton, Mounds View, Fridley, and Spring Lake Park Parks and Recreation, the Minnesota Wind Chill are offering a safe instructional Ultimate Frisbee camp in New Brighton! Free disk included with registration.
Camp Dates July 10 - July 14
Rec N' Roll
We've got your ticket to a rockin' good time! The Fridley Recreation team will be coming out to neighborhood parks throughout the summer with our Rec' N Roll mobile. We will offer a variety of free activities on-site including games, sports, arts, crafts, music, and more! Recreation team members will set up activities. equipment and offer free snacks for youth! No need to pre-register, simply show up and have fun! View the Rec N' Roll schedule here!
Junior Leaders
Calling all 7th and 8th graders! Do you like working with children and being outside? Are you looking for work and leadership experience this summer? If yes, become a Junior Leader!
Junior Leaders volunteer to assist our Recreation staff with summer programs. To qualify, you must have completed 7th grade, enjoy children and be able to handle responsibility. To apply, please complete the application below and send to: Jessica.NelsonRoehl@FridleyMN.gov Applications due May 26.
Download the 2023 Junior Leader Application
Adult Activities
Leagues
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All Ages
Bike Programs
No bike? No problem! We recently received an Anoka County SHIP grant for a fleet of bicycles and are excited to offer these biking opportunities to Age 13+ to Adults! Bicycles and helmets are provided, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
Birding By Bike
It's time for a birdwatching adventure! The program will start at Springbrook Nature Center and take regional bike trails to Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park before heading back. We will pass through wetland, prairie, river floodplain and oak forest habitats.
Bike with a Naturalist
Join us for a leisurely bike ride led by a naturalist! Ask questions, explore, and learn about the environment. Our July class will start at the Fridley Civic Campus and explore the Rice Creek Regional Trail system. Our August class will start at Springbrook Nature Center and explore the trails leading to Mississippi Gateway Regional Park.
- Fri. - Jul. 21 (Age 13+) Rice Creek Regional Trail - Distance 4 miles.
- Fri. Aug. 18 (Age 13+) Mississippi Gateway Regional Park - Distance 8-10 miles.
Play In Our Parks
Each month, the Rec team invites you to get outside and play in our parks with a curated, FREE, family-friendly event.
Telescopes and Constellations | Saturday, September 23, 2023 | 7-9 p.m.
Come out to Commons Park to take a close look at the stars in our sky! Experts from the Bell Museum will tell constellation stories and have telescopes on hand for you to explore the stars and planets that make up our night sky! Meet at Commons Park Shelter.
Pumpkin Carving | October | Various Dates/Times
For the October Play in our Parks event, we encourage you to sign up to carve pumpkins at Springbrook Nature Center! Our Community Carving events are what help make Pumpkin Night in the Park so special. Carve a pumpkin, then return to Pumpkin Night to try and find it on the trails! Sign up online with Springbrook Nature Center.
Fridley Youth Sports Association (FYSA)
Fridley Youth Sports Association (FYSA) promotes youth sports in Fridley, providing opportunities for all youth to participate in competitive and recreational team sports. FYSA is a non-profit organization relying solely on parent volunteers. Current sports offered through FYSA include Baseball, Basketball, Football, Softball and Soccer.
Please visit FridleyYouthSports.com to register or for more information.
The City of Fridley supports the FYSA by providing field space and maintenance but does not coordinate the leagues or handle registration.
Spring Lake Park Lacrosse Association (SLPYLA)
SLPYLA provides lacrosse opportunities for youth in Spring Lake Park and surrounding communities. Registration, season information and more can be found on their website. Please visit SpringLakeParkLacrosse.org for more information.
The City of Fridley supports the SLPYA by providing information but does not coordinate the leagues or handle registration.