Youth Activities

Who is this for?: Ages: 10 - 18
Fees: $10.00
Non-Resident Fees: $15.00
Day: Mondays & Thursdays
Date: 6/8/2026 - 7/16/2026
Time: Various - See Registration
Location: Oshkosh North High School Pool, Door #1
When is this offered?: Both Summer and School Year

Spring Into Diving!

Students will be taught the basics of springboard diving and will progress based on their own abilities. Must be comfortable swimming in deep water and jumping off the diving board. This class is taught by Max Zellmer, Head Coach of the Oshkosh North/West Boys Diving Team.

Summer

Registration begins Monday, April 27th!

Ages	Dates	Days	Time
10 - 14	6/6 - 7/18/26 (no class 7/4)	Saturday	9:00 - 9:40 AM
10 - 14	6/6 - 7/18/26 (no class 7/4)	Saturday	9:45 - ... More Detailsmore about the: Springboard Diving Youth Learn to Sail Clinic Who is this for?: Ages 9 - 15 Fees: $30.00 Non-Resident Fees: $35.00 Day: Wednesday Date: Various - See Registration. Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM Location: Millers Bay, located in Menominee Park When is this offered?: Summer Have fun learning to sail this summer! Online registration begins Monday, April 27th! All levels of ability are welcome. Students should feel comfortable in deep water wearing a life jacket. Lessons are provided on Hobie Wave catamarans. Safety is always our first priority. Our instructors have completed sailing leadership courses through US Sailing and our staff includes lifeguards on the water. We adhere to US Sailing safety protocols. This is not offered as an opportunity to ... More Detailsmore about the: Youth Learn to Sail Clinic YEL! Coding Classes new Who is this for?: Grades K-2 & 3-6 Fees: $110.00 Non-Resident Fees: $115.00 Day: Monday - Thursday Date: 7/27 - 7/30/26 Time: Varies by age group. See registration. Location: Vel Phillips MS, Door #18 - Community Room B125 When is this offered?: Both Summer and School Year Coding Animation and Video Games with Scratch STEM Video Game Enrichment for the 21st Century learner. Each YEL! Coding class follows three basic components: Teach It! Students learn different video game and storytelling design techniques (movement blocks, control blocks, basic animation, adding scores, etc.) Code It! Students use Scratch® to code their own story and video games. Explore It! Students can write their own story and video game code, experiment with it and test new options. Our collaborative learning environment encourages students ... More Detailsmore about the: YEL! Coding Classes Individual Swim Lessons Who is this for?: Youth ages 3 - 17 Fees: $15.00 + approximately $119.49 - $122.72 Non-Resident Fees: $20.00 + approximately $119.49 - $122.72 Day: Various - See Registration for options. Date: Various - See Registration for options. Time: Various - See Registration for options. Location: OWHS Swimming Pool Door #20 (June classes) \| Pollock Community Water Park (July classes) When is this offered?: Summer Online registration begins on Monday, April 27th! Youth participants receive individual instruction with one of our swim instructors. You may only register for one class. We will schedule as many students as we have instructors and space to accommodate. You will receive a phone call if a spot is available for your child. Please Note: Makeup times are not available for missed lessons. Canceled: Thursday, July 2. * Classes held on Thursdays will have 6 minutes added to ... More Detailsmore about the: Individual Swim Lessons Outdoor Adventures Who is this for?: Ages 10 - 14 Fees: $10.00 Non-Resident Fees: $15.00 Day: Monday - Wednesday Date: 7/13 - 7/15/26 Time: 4:30 - 6:30 PM Location: Various. See registration. When is this offered?: Summer Explore the Great Outdoors! During our 3 day camp experience students will learn about and experience kayaking, nature conservation/hiking and sailing. Monday, July 13: Menominee Park Tuesday, July 14: Sheldon Nature Center - Oakwood Elem. Wednesday, July 15: Miller's Bay - Menominee Park MAKEUP DATES: In the event of inclement weather, we will hold one makeup date (Thursday, July 16 ) with activity and location to be determined. Online Registration begins on Monday, April 27! . ... More Detailsmore about the: Outdoor Adventures Summer Trail Series Lego League & Wave Robotics Jolly Jester Community Theater Tot Open Gym Subcategories Robotics & Lego League Welcome to the World of the Future! The ORD is proud to offer three levels of STEM activities via the following Lego League and Wave Robotics programs: Nature Programs Youth Art - New! Kids will have fun gaining confidence in their own artistry by creating with just enough guidance froman expert! Intro to Printmaking: Kids love discovering the exciting world of printmaking! They'll explore different materials to make unique monoprints, all while having a blast with fun tools and creative supplies. It's a friendly and lively class that's perfect for sparking curiosity and sharing the joy of printing together. Intro to Mosaic: Hey there! Come join us as we dive into creating a vibrant underwater world through mosaic art. In this fun class, young artists will get the chance to craft a big, eye-catching piece using just paper and glue, all inspired by an amazing underwater scene. We can't wait to see your creativity shine! Intro to Painting: Hey young artists! Come discover the world of painting with fun sessions using watercolor and tempera paints. Our classes are inspired by seasonal themes, and it's all about enjoying the joy of creating together! Please note: There are no refunds for these Craft Workshops. Canvas Painting for Kids Kids will have fun gaining confidence in their own artistry by creating a unique painting with just enough guidance from an expert! All supplies are provided. Summer Registration begins on April 28th. Canvas Painting for Kids with Disabilities Youth with disabilities can discover their inner artist while creating these fun and unique paintings. All supplies will be provided. Online registration begins Monday, August 19th! Pom Pons The Oshkosh Recreation Department offers two Pom Pon experiences for kids - Youth Pom Squad during the school year and Pom Pon Mini-Camp during the summer! Chess for Kids The Oshkosh Recreation Department offers two types of opportunities for kids to learn and keep playing Chess! Bangles & Baubles Youth Made just for you, by you. Insert your own creative stye into our various projects. Styles and colors of beads and charms may vary. Pictures shown are examples only. Base metal materials, not precious metals, are used for all projects. All supplies will be provided and jewelry making techniques will be taught in each class. Youth Cooking Programs Check out the youth cooking programs that will be offered by the ORD this summer! Exploration Nature Camp Youth Sports Leagues & Camps Youth Craft Workshops Join our “Crafty Crew” and experience adventures in creativity. Use your imagination to complete projects that showcase yourunique style. No experience required. Page 2 of 4 1 2 3 4 © Oshkosh Recreation Department 2016 - 2026 All Rights Reserved. developed and hosting by interGen web solutions Privacy Policy Admin Login