2025 Stoughton Parks & Rec Guide
Page 3 About Parks & Recreation Page 10 Adult Programs
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Preschool & School Age Programs
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Youth Sports
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Community Collections
Page 4 Summer Events
Gazebo Musikk, Movies in the Park, Stoughton Farmer’s Market and more!
ABOUTPARKS &RECREATION
SPECIAL EVENTS
Stoughton Community Farmer’s Market
Saturdays, May 24th-October 11th 8:30am - Noon
The Stoughton Community Farmer’s Market is a producer only market taking place rain or shine the heart of downtown Stoughton, in the City Hall parking lot located on Forrest and Main St.
Movies in the Park
Friday Aug. 1st, 15th & Sept. 5th At Dusk
Now in its fourth year, our Movies in the Park series has become a beloved community event, bringing families and friends together for unforgettable summer nights under the stars. In partnership with the Stoughton Public Library.
Arbor Day Tree Sale
Join us on May 3rd from 9-11AM at East Side Park for a tree-mendous Arbor Day celebration! Shop for beautiful trees, explore some equipment at our Touch-aTruck Showcase, watch a Tree Planting Demo, and take home a FREE seedling (while supplies last). Plus, one lucky guest will win a FREE tree in our door prize giveaway!
Adult Programs
Adult Pickleball Course
Mondays, April 28-June 23
6:00-8:00pm
Join us for our Adult Pickleball Course, an exciting 8-week program designed for enthusiasts of all levels! Each session begins with a dynamic warm-up, followed by skill building, strategy, and game play. Improve your game and have fun - sign up today! Participants should wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle Also, we ask that you try to bring your own paddle as we have limited available
COST: $80
Registration Deadline: April 20
Location: Mandt Park Pickleball Courts
Pickleball 101
Session 1: Sunday, May 4 8:30-10:30am Session 2: Tuesday, June 3 6:00-8:00pm
Perfect for beginners, this clinic covers pickleball rules, strategies, and key skills like serving, volleying, and shot placement. Led by Blake Lewis a certified instructor, you’ll get handson coaching in a fun, supportive setting. Bring your own paddlelimited paddles available. Join us and start your pickleball journey today!
Registration Deadline: Session 1: April 27 Session 2: May 26
COST: $25
Location: Mandt Park Pickleball Courts
Walks for Wanderers
Summer Session - Sundays, June 29-Aug 17
6:00-7:30pm Fall Session - Sundays, Aug 24-Oct 12 1:30-3:00pm
Join certified Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku)
Guide Valerie Vervoort for a peaceful 90minute walk designed to reconnect you with nature. Along an easy trail, you’ll experience guided meditative invitations that awaken you senses, deepen awareness, and offer whatever you need in the moment. No experience needed-just an open heart and a love for nature An 8 class Punch Card is available for flexibility
Morning Pickleball Club
Monday-Friday, May 1-June 30 7:00-10:30am
As a Stoughton Pickleball Member, you will receive reserved court play from 7am10:30am M-F. You will receive $10 off Norse Open registration, access to Free Clinics/Demos and you'll be on the email list for updates! Due to the potential of reduced access this season due to construction, the price for membership has been reduced and we will not be designing member shirts for 2025
COST: $20
Registration Deadline: April 20
Location: Mandt Park Pickleball Courts
Intermediate Adult Pickleball Clinic
Session 1: Sunday, May 11 8:30-10:30am Session 2: Tuesday, June 10 6:00-8:00pm
Take your game to the next level! Join our clinic tailored for intermediate level pickleball enthusiasts keen on advancing their skills Under the guidance of Blake Lewis, our certified instructor, we'll finetune technique, refine shot placement, communication, and strategic selection. Bring your own paddle-limited paddles available. Let's elevate your pickleball game!
Registration Deadline: Session 1: May 4 Session 2: June 3
COST: $30
Location: Mandt Park Pickleball Courts
Root & Renewal: Earth Day Cleanup
Sunday, April 27 9:00-11:00am
Join the Stoughton Prairie Task Force for an Earth Day Cleanup of Amundson Park! To celebrate Earth Day, roll up your sleeves to remove invasive species, clear debris, and make space for native prairie plants to thrive. Located near the Yahara River and Kiwanis Disc Golf Course. What to Bring: Gloves, sturdy shoes, bug spray, and weather-appropriate clothing. Hand tools and garbage bags will be provided. Let’s make a lasting impact - one day at a time!
Location: Various Parks
Registration Deadline: June 22 COST: $50
Location: Amundson Park COST:FREE
Adult Programs
Cookie Decorating Class
Saturday, April 26th
3:00-4:30pm
Learn to make some pretty killer cookie designs from Laura the Pretty Killer Cookie lady herself. Decorating cookies has never been more fun. Each participant will get to go home with their own set of cookies.
COST: $50
Registration Deadline: April 20
Location: Stoughton Public Works
Community Garden Plots
Garden opens May 1 through the st last Sunday in October
We have tilled plots, as well as no-till plots, still available You can find the application at https://tinyurl.com/49hhx36h
COST: $30 plot with $30 deposit
Location: Lowell Park Community Garden
Parent/Child Cookie Decorating Class
Saturday, April 26th
1:00-2:30pm
Parents and children will learn to make some pretty killer cookie designs from Laura the Pretty Killer Cookie lady herself. Decorating cookies has never been more fun. Each parent/child group will get to go home with one set of cookies.
COST: $50
Registration Deadline: April 20
Location: Stoughton Public Works
Back by popular demand, Stoughton Recreation will be offering discount tickets to local attractions, such as, Mt. Olympus, The Milwaukee County Zoo, Noah’s Ark Waterpark, and Land or Natura! For more details, contact jkumbier@cityofstoughton.com
Six Flags Great America Promo Code: STOUGHTONWPRA2025
Adult Programs Coming this Fall
Basketball & Volleyball Open Gym
Come and join us at our Adult Open Gym for pick-up basketball. Preregistration is required for open gym. For more information and to see exact dates, time, and locations, please visit the online regitration page this fall.
Adult Fall Coed Kickball League
Grab your friends and come play in this recreation league! Team packets will be available in June and can be picked up from Stoughton Public Works, 2439 Cty Hwy A or online.
School Age Programs and Camps
Summer Art Camp
Monday-Thursday, July 7-July 10
9:00-10:30am
Does your child LOVE art? If so, sign them up for this four-day fun-filled creative art camp. Each day we will be creating a beautiful project. On the last day, we will have an art show at 10:30am for the children’s families and friends to come see their masterpieces. A small snack will be provided daily.
COST: $180
Registration Deadline: June 30
Location: Bjoin Park Shelter
Groove & Move: Beginner Dance Ages 6-8
Wednesdays, April 30-May 21
4:30-5:00pm
This beginner-friendly dance class focuses on musicality, coordination, and foundational techniques.
Registration Deadline: April 27
COST: $45
Location: Stoughton Center for the Arts
Discover Dance - Ages 3-5
Wednesdays, April 30-May 21 4:00-4:30pm
Step into the world of dance! This fun and engaging class introduces students to the fundamentals of movement, rhythm, and expression. Through games, stretching exercises, and improvisation, participants will build confidence and coordination in a supportive environment.
Registration Deadline: April 27
COST: $45
Location: Stoughton Center for the Arts
Step Into Dance - Ages 9+
Thursday, May 1-May 22
6:15-6:45pm
Designed for new dancers, this introductory dance class helps students develop rhythm, flexibility, and confidence. Through interactive lessons and creative play, participants will learn essential dance skills in a supportive and energetic environment.
Registration Deadline: April 27 COST: $45
Location: Stoughton Center for the Arts
Looking for something for your 1 -5 grader to do after their morning SASD Summer EXCEL Course? We will arrange transportation to the park for their {YEL!} Camp!
*using the Youth Center van, a Stoughton Recreation professional will pick up your student from Sandhill, transport them, sit with them at lunch, (brown bag lunch not included) until the start of their class
Week 1
Monday - Thursday June 16th-June 19th 1:00-4:00pm
{YEL!} BricktopiaMaster Builders Camp
Are you up for a LEGO Brick challenge? Do you have what it takes to be a Master Builder? If so, you are in the right place We’ve saved our most challenging engineering projects for this camp.
Week 2
Monday - Thursday June 30th-July 3rd 1:00-4:00pm
{YEL!} Robotics Scout ‘Bots
Build and code space rovers to scout out Mars, the moon, and other extraterrestrial environments. Learn basic computer programming while having fun!
Registration Deadline: June 8, June 22 & July 13
Week 3
Monday - Thursday July 21st-July 24th 1:15-4:00pm
{YEL!} Chess Summer Camp
All levels are welcome. The {YEL!} Teach It! Practice It! Play It! method keeps chess students progressing with 60+ chess lessons, as well as, guided games and an end-of-week in-class tournament
COST: $125 per class
Location: Each program alternates between Nordic Ridge Park and Norse Park
School Age Programs and Camps
Discover Drama Grades 1st-3rd
Wednesdays, April 30-May 21
4:00-4:30pm
Drama Adventures Grades 4th-6th
Wednesdays, April 30-May 21
4:30-5:00pm
Step into the spotlight! For kids entering 4th-6th grade in the fall, this exciting class introduces students to the fundamentals of drama, including stage terms, character development, and theatrical movement.
COST: $45
A perfect starting point for young actors! In this beginner-friendly drama class for kids going into 1st-3rd grade in the fall, students will explore the basics of performance through interactive lessons, improvisation, and creative play
Registration Deadline: April 27
Location: Stoughton Center for the Arts
Intro to Robotics - Build, Code, Innovate!
Tuesdays, April 29-June 3
6:00-8:00pm
Get ready to bring robots to life! In this exciting 6-session course, students will dive into hands-on robotics by building and programming their own creations using LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime kits.
COST: $125
Registration Deadline: April 27
Location: Innovation Center Stoughton
Little Gardeners - From Seed to Salsa Series for Ages 7-9
Saturday, May 31, June 28 & Aug 2
9:30-11:30am
Over three interactive workshops, children will experience the entire process of growing plants to make delicious homemade salsa. This series is a perfect introduction to gardening and cooking, where kids can explore nature and enjoy the fruits (and veggies) of their labor. Each child will also take home a garden journal and seedling to continue the fun at home!
Registration Deadline: May 26
COST: $50
Location: Children’s Garden located in the Lowell Park Community Garden
COST: $45
Registration Deadline: April 27
Location: Stoughton Center for the Arts
Mini Gardeners - Gardening Adventure Series for Ages 4-6
Saturday, May 3, June 7 & July 14
9:30-11:30am
Over the course of three fun-filled workshops, kids will learn how to prepare a garden, plant their own pea seeds, and watch as they grow. Along the way, they'll harvest fresh fruits and veggies they have tended to in the garden! Each child will also take home a garden journal and seedling to continue the fun at home!
COST: $50
Registration Deadline: April 27
Location: Children’s Garden located in the Lowell Park Community Garden
Junior Gardeners - From Seed to Salsa Series for Ages 10-12
Saturday, May 31, June 28 & Aug 2
12:30-2:30pm
Over three interactive workshops, children will experience the entire process of growing plants to make delicious homemade salsa. This series is a perfect introduction to gardening and cooking, where kids can explore nature and enjoy the fruits (and veggies) of their labor. Each child will also take home a garden journal and seedling to continue the fun at home!
Registration Deadline: April 27
COST: $50
Location: Children’s Garden located in the Lowell Park Community Garden
Youth Sports
Junior Golf Clinic
Improve your full swing and short game at our golf clinic Participants will receive instruction each day on driving, iron play and putting using facilities at Coachman's Golf Resort Completion of clinic is required for all league play. Clubs will be provided, as needed. Ages Days Time Start End Cost 5-8 Tues 11:30a 6/10 7/15 $80 9-11
12:30p 6/10 6/24 $60 12-16 Tues 1:30p 6/10 6/24 $60
Registration Deadline: June 8
Location: Coachman’s Golf Resort
Future Viking Football Camp
Attention all youth football players (flag & tackle)! Come join Stoughton's Head Football Coach Jason Becker, the High School Football Coaching Staff, and High School Football Players for an 8 day camp this summer.
Grades Days Time Start End Cost
2-5 MTWH 1:00p 6/16 6/26 $50 6-8 MTWH 2:00p 6/16 6/26 $60
Registration Deadline: May 31
Location: Stoughton High School - Collins Field
608 Juniors Grass Volleyball
The 608 Grass Volleyball Program offers a fun and competitive way to develop skills, stay active, and enjoy the game in an outdoor setting Players will learn fundamental techniques, improve teamwork, and compete in drills and scrimmages Whether you're new to the sport or looking to sharpen your skills, this program is perfect for all experience levels.
Grades Days Time Start End 6-12 MW 9a-12p 6/9 8/13
Registration Deadline: June 1
Location: Racetrack Park (by the barn)
Junior Golf League
Instruction will be provided on course etiquette, rules, technique, pace of play, and other facets of playing the game of golf. To maximize benefit of this program, participants must have completed the Junior Golf Clinic. Class size is limited to 20. Clubs are available, as needed.
Ages Days Time Start End Cost 9-12 Tues 1:00p 7/8 7/29 $80
Registration Deadline: June 8
Location: Coachman’s Golf Resort
Junior Viking Track Club
Our IB Diploma Program is designed to challenge students academically while encouraging personal and social growth. Its rigorous curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and practical skills IB graduates are well-prepared for higher education and known for their well-rounded education and international perspective
6:00p 6/10 6/14
Registration Deadline: May 31
Location: Stoughton High School - Collins Field
Future Viking Soccer Camp
This camp will be led by Justin Packard, the Stoughton High School Girls & Boys Soccer Varsity Head Coach. Participants will be taught soccer fundamentals, skill development and team building through training games. By the end of the camp, your child will have more technical ability, better reading of the game, but most of all, will have had FUN!
Ages Days Time Start End Cost
5-8 MTW 5:00p 6/16 6/18 $50 9-13 MTW 7:00p 6/16 6/18 $70
Registration Deadline: June 1
Location: Stoughton High School - Practice Field
Youth Sports
Quickball
Designed for Diamond Sport Rookies!
Quickball introduces the youngest players to the game of baseball and enhances the experience for those players with more activity and less standing around. A glove is not required, but highly encouraged This sport is very easy to coach - with practice plans provided. Please volunteer to coach, as each team will need two coaches to keep the kids moving while running drills
Ages Days Time Start End Cost
3-4 Sun 1:30p 6/15 7/20 $55
Registration Deadline: June 1
Location: Racetrack Park
Learn to Play Softball
This coach pitch league continues player development in a fun and inviting environment, building essential softball skills. Our youth softball program is where fun meets fundamentals, fostering a love of sports while developing athletic skills. Sundays offer a mix of practices and informal games, featuring coaches pitch Players must bring their own gloves, but all other equipment is provided. We're seeking volunteer coaches
Registration Deadline: June 1
Location: Racetrack Park
Tennis Lessons
Session 1: Saturdays, May 31-June 28
Session 2: Saturdays, July 19-August 16
Join Stoughton Parks and Recreation for a fun summer of tennis lessons taught by our skilled and experienced instructors Skills that will be covered consist of serving, forehand, backhand, and footwork, along with learning the rules of the game and how to score.
Ages Time Cost
Adults 8:00a $50
3-4 9:30a $25 5-7 10:30a $25
Ages Time Cost 8-10 11:15a $25 11-13 12:15p $50
Registration Deadline: May 26
Location: Stoughton High School Tennis Courts
Coed T-Ball
T-ball is a league based on simplifying baseball. This program offers a fun and focused approach to learning foundational skills and techniques All equipment is provided, EXCEPT players should bring their own glove Practice/Game times are either at 2:45pm or 3:45pm on Sundays We're seeking volunteer coaches. Practice Plans will be provided
Registration Deadline: June 1
Location: Racetrack Park
Strong Kids Performance Program
Level Up's Strong Kids program is designed for athletes from ages 8-14 that are completely new to strength & conditioning The program will introduce and develop new motor skills that are based outside of one's sports in a fun, safe, and interactive environment.
Registration Deadline: June 1
8/7 $350
Location: Level Up 225 Hoel Ave
Tuesday Tennis Lessons
Session 1: Tuesdays, June 3-July 1
Session 2: Tuesdays, July 15-August 12
Our team of skilled coaches is geared up to deliver exhilarating tennis lessons this summer All skill levels, whether you're a beginner or advanced player, are warmly welcomed. Get ready for dynamic, fastpaced sessions that will keep you on your toes and moving towards your tennis goals!
Grades Time Cost
Adults 6:00p $50
9-12 6:00p $50 6-8 5:00p $50
Registration Deadline: May 26
Location: Stoughton High School Tennis Courts
KIWANIS DISC GOLF COURSE
A Big Thank You to our 2024 Sponsors!
Thank you to the generous businesses who support the Stoughton Parks and Recreation Sponsorship Program! Your contributions enhance Gazebo Musikk, Troll Beach, and our recreation programs, bringing more enjoyment to our community. We appreciate your support and look forward to continuing to grow these experiences together in the future!
