Pre-registration is required for all programs unless otherwise stated. Please note the deadline dates for all programs to avoid disappointments and late fees. All activities require a minimum and maximum number of registrants in order to operate.
Programs will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis. If your desired class is filled, you will be notified and placed on a waiting list.
WINTER
Ski & Snowboard Program with Crystal Mountain
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This program is available to children aged 7-18, allowing everyone to enjoy an active winter sport. Participants have the opportunity to learn how to ski or snowboard and/or improve their skiing or snowboarding skills. Crystal Mountain offers special rates for lift access, equipment rentals and ski or snowboard lessons. Students signed up with the MRA will go to Crystal Mountain Tuesday evenings from 3:30pm-9:00pm. Program begins January 12th, 2021. Registration deadline is December 18th, 2020. Transportation will not be provided by the MRA this year.
Boys & Girls Basketball
Age: 3rd and 4th Grade
This program focuses on the fundamentals of basketball while highlighting a team atmosphere. There will be teams for both boys and girls separately, and games will be played at schools throughout Manistee County. The season runs February through early March.
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Age: 1st and 2nd Grade
This program focuses on the fundamentals of basketball while highlighting a team atmosphere. There will be teams for both boys and girls separately, and games will be played at schools throughout Manistee County. The season runs February through March.
Swimming Lessons
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Unfortunately, our swimming lessons are currently on hold. We will send updates on when we will be holding lessons again in the future.
Thank you for your understanding.
Soccer Programs
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Manistee Soccer Club
This is a Travel Soccer League for children entering 6th grade through 19 years old. Teams will travel on a weekly basis for games and tournaments, competing in the Great Lakes Co-Ed Soccer League. The Manistee Soccer Club offers both a Spring program and a Fall program.
Cost is $60 – Straight Fee
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Soft Soccer Clinic
For children aged 5 or entering Kindergarten. The clinic is offered twice a year, in the spring and fall. This is a two-day weekend clinic that focuses on the very basics and beginning fundamentals of soccer. Fee includes instruction, t-shirt, and soccer ball.
MRA Soccer
Children are split up into teams based on their age and grade. Offered twice per year, in the spring season and fall season.
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U5 soccer for children aged 3 and 4 years old. Runs for 4 weeks.
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Kindergarten (age 5) runs for 4 weeks.
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1st grade & 2nd grade runs for 6 weeks.
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3rd grade - 5th grade runs for 6 weeks.
Run Clubs
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Adult Run Club
Walk, Run or Sprint for either a 3-mile or 5-mile route. Children or animals are welcome to participate as long as accompanied by a parent/guardian. Once you've finished the route, join us at either The Fillmore or North Channel Brewing for a cold beverage or bite to eat!
Times: Every Wednesday at 5:30pm
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Spring Run Club
3rd – 6th Grade Boys and Girls
This spring we are partnering with Crystal Mountain and our 5k event will be the North mitten 5k held on Sunday, May 24th @ 9:00am. Training will begin Monday, April 13th and we will once again have practices on Monday and Wednesday from 3:00pm – 4:30pm. The deadline for registrations this season is Friday, April 10th (this is a firm deadline as registrations will need to be turned over to Crystal Mountain so that they can complete their part of the registration).
Registration includes Tech Tee, sticker, Aid station hydration, chipped time, post-race fuel and a finisher’s medal for all racers.
Swimming Lessons
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Tot Swim
Age: children ages 6 months to 4 years old.
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This program is designed to be a beginner swimming course for babies, toddlers, and pre-school age children. We spend time getting them used to being in the water and feeling comfortable getting their faces wet and blowing bubbles in the water. The instructors work on basic stroke motion, flotation, and water safety. Children learn how to properly wear a lifejacket and become more safely independent in the water.
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Kid Swim
Age: children 5 years old to 12 years old.
Children are separated into different classes depending on what level of a swimmer they are. Our beginner swim classes cover submerging child’s face in water with and without blowing bubbles, beginning safety training (simple water do’s and don’ts), climbing in and out of the water by oneself, floating (both on stomach and back), tummy flutter kick and back flutter kick (with support). Our intermediate classes focus on stroke development, rhythmic breathing and beginning surface diving. Our more advanced classes focus on further stroke development and improvement, rhythmic breathing and improvement on diving.
Students age 13 and above requesting lessons will be accommodated by the MRA swim staff. Call for arrangements.
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Baseball Programs
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T - Ball
For children in kindergarten and 1st grade. This program is designed to cover the very basics of t-ball and baseball.
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Machine Pitch
Age: children entering 2nd & 3rd grade. This program uses a pitching machine instead of a tee. The coaches work on improving and expanding the participant’s knowledge of baseball.
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Little League Baseball/Softball Kid Pitch
For boys/girls entering 4th grade through 8th grade.
Soccer Programs
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British Soccer Camp
British Soccer Camps provide players of all ages and abilities with the rare opportunity to receive high-level soccer coaching from a team of international experts. Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a daily tournament. Equally important, the Challenger coaching staff provides your child with lessons in respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship and leadership. Camp programs include a free ball and shirt and a free British Soccer jersey for on-line registrations 45 days prior to camp! Log onto www.challengersports.com to register for the annual summer camp held at Manistee High School.
Swimming Lessons
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Tot Swim
Age: children ages 6 months to 4 years old.
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This program is designed to be a beginner swimming course for babies, toddlers, and pre-school age children. We spend time getting them used to being in the water and feeling comfortable getting their faces wet and blowing bubbles in the water. The instructors work on basic stroke motion, flotation, and water safety. Children learn how to properly wear a lifejacket and become more safely independent in the water.
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Kid Swim
Age: children 5 years old to 12 years old.
Children are separated into different classes depending on what level of a swimmer they are. Our beginner swim classes cover submerging child’s face in water with and without blowing bubbles, beginning safety training (simple water do’s and don’ts), climbing in and out of the water by oneself, floating (both on stomach and back), tummy flutter kick and back flutter kick (with support). Our intermediate classes focus on stroke development, rhythmic breathing and beginning surface diving. Our more advanced classes focus on further stroke development and improvement, rhythmic breathing and improvement on diving.
Students age 13 and above requesting lessons will be accommodated by the MRA swim staff. Call for arrangements.
Kiwanis Tennis Academy
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The Tennis Academy is sponsored by the Manistee Kiwanis and is put on by both the Manistee Kiwanis and the Manistee Recreation Association. This is a program for children in grades Kindergarten through eighth grade. Participants are put into different groups based on their grade is school. Instruction is led by high school coaches, players and community volunteers. Instructors will focus on tennis fundamentals and basic skills. This is a week long camp offered every summer.
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Lessons are free – shirts are $10 (optional), must pre-register
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Run Clubs
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Adult Run Club
Walk, Run or Sprint for either a 3-mile or 5-mile route. Children or animals are welcome to participate as long as accompanied by a parent/guardian. Once you've finished the route, join us at either The Fillmore or North Channel Brewing for a cold beverage or bite to eat!
Times: Every Wednesday at 5:30pm
Soccer Programs
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Manistee Soccer Club
This is a Travel Soccer League for children entering 6th grade through 19 years old. Teams will travel on a weekly basis for games and tournaments, competing in the Great Lakes Co-Ed Soccer League. The Manistee Soccer Club offers both a Spring program and a Fall program.
Cost is $60 – Straight Fee
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Soft Soccer Clinic
For children aged 5 or entering Kindergarten. The clinic is offered twice a year, in the spring and fall. This is a two-day weekend clinic that focuses on the very basics and beginning fundamentals of soccer. Fee includes instruction, t-shirt, and soccer ball.
MRA Soccer
Children are split up into teams based on their age and grade. Offered twice per year, in the spring season and fall season.
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U5 soccer for children aged 3 and 4 years old. Runs for 4 weeks.
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Kindergarten (age 5) runs for 4 weeks.
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1st grade & 2nd grade runs for 6 weeks.
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3rd grade - 5th grade runs for 6 weeks.
Swimming Lessons
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Tot Swim
Age: children ages 6 months to 4 years old.
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This program is designed to be a beginner swimming course for babies, toddlers, and pre-school age children. We spend time getting them used to being in the water and feeling comfortable getting their faces wet and blowing bubbles in the water. The instructors work on basic stroke motion, flotation, and water safety. Children learn how to properly wear a lifejacket and become more safely independent in the water.
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Kid Swim
Age: children 5 years old to 12 years old.
Children are separated into different classes depending on what level of a swimmer they are. Our beginner swim classes cover submerging child’s face in water with and without blowing bubbles, beginning safety training (simple water do’s and don’ts), climbing in and out of the water by oneself, floating (both on stomach and back), tummy flutter kick and back flutter kick (with support). Our intermediate classes focus on stroke development, rhythmic breathing and beginning surface diving. Our more advanced classes focus on further stroke development and improvement, rhythmic breathing and improvement on diving.
Students age 13 and above requesting lessons will be accommodated by the MRA swim staff. Call for arrangements.
Flag Football
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This program runs for 6 weeks in September/October. For children in 1st and 2nd grades.
$30 for participating residences
$72 for non-participating residences
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Run Clubs
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Adult Run Club
Walk, Run or Sprint for either a 3-mile or 5-mile route. Children or animals are welcome to participate as long as accompanied by a parent/guardian. Once you've finished the route, join us at either The Fillmore or North Channel Brewing for a cold beverage or bite to eat!
Times: Every Wednesday at 5:30pm
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Falling for Fitness
This 6-week fitness/running program is offered to students 3rd – 6th grade. Students meet outside at Kennedy Elementary on Monday and Wednesday after school. This program is put on by Ann Smith out of Bear Lake Schools.
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