Recreation Information

Jenny Nelson

Recreation & Aquatics Director

The Story City Parks & Recreation Department is the heart of community engagement, offering a wide array of recreational and leisure activities that enrich the lives of residents and visitors alike. Committed to fostering a vibrant and healthy community, our department strives to provide diverse opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect, learn, and thrive in a natural and social environment.

Rec Center Front Desk  515-733-2458

Summer Hours (Memorial Day - Labor Day)

Winter Hours (Labor Day - Memorial Day)

*There will be no open gym hours during Parks and Rec activities. A schedule with these activities and times will be posted outside the gym doors. The walking/running track hours will not be effected by Parks and Rec activities.

Current Programs

Fall Programs

 

Upcoming Programs

Winter Programs- Registration Open

Kindergarten Basketball

  • Game/Practice Dates: October 21st – November 20th

  • Practice Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 PM (with one exception: Monday, October 27th)

  • Cost: $40.00/participant, which includes a t-shirt.

1st – 6th Grade Basketball

  • Practice Dates:

    • 5th/6th Grade Boys & Girls: Starts October 20th (Mondays & Saturdays)

    • 1st-2nd Grade & 3rd-4th Grade Boys: Starts November 17th (Thursdays, possibly Mondays, & Saturdays)

    • 1st-2nd Grade & 3rd-4th Grade Girls: Starts November 17th (Tuesdays, possibly Mondays, & Saturdays)

  • Anticipated Saturday Game Dates:

    • 5th-6th Grade Boys and Girls: November 9th – December 20th

    • 1st-2nd Grade & 3rd-4th Grade Boys and Girls: December 6th – January 24th

  • Please note that teams will travel to area communities for games.

  • Cost:

    • $60.00/participant: Includes a reversible white/red jersey.

    • $50.00/participant: This discount is for participants who already have a required reversible jersey. To receive this discount, you must type “yes” in the code area of your registration and select “has jersey” under the jersey size question.

Birthday Parties Are Better At The Rec!

Host your next birthday party at the Story City Rec Center! Call 515-733-2458 to book your party or use the link below to fill our our online form to request a party booking!

Just $125 & Includes: