Activities for Youth
Summer 2024
Edina offers a variety of ways for children and youth to engage in activities during the summer. Program information and dates are subject to change. Please contact the program provider or visit their website for current details. 2024 Information coming by Feb 1st
Edina KIDS Club /Edina WISE Guys, Edina Community Ed 2024
Summer All-day care program is available to students entering grades K-6 who can commit to a minimum of 3 days per week, 6 week minimum. Locations include: Creek Valley & Normandale for grades K-3 and Cornelia for grades 4-6. Summer program runs June 10-Aug 9.
Lottery Registration is open 8am Feb 13-Feb 26 11:59 PM.
For more information visit: https://communityed.edinaschools.org/youth/school-age-care-k-5
**School Year KIDS CLUB/WISE GUYS lottery registration opens March 28- April 11 @ 8am.
Accepts MN Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
Southdale YMCA
SUMMER POWER- Grades K-5
Full-day, experience-based enrichment program with 3, 4 or 5 days a week care options available. June 10-Aug 30
Rates: 3days $199; 4days $245; 5days $279
Southdale YMCA, 612.230.9622
ymcanorth.org/child_care__preschool/summer_programs/edina–Registration now open
Accepts MN Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP)
LIFETIME Fitness
Week-long summer camps ages 5-12. Select the weeks you want. LifeTime membership required. May 22-Sept 1. Pre-K, School-Age & Tween. Rate: $66/day
Registration opens Jan 1
Junior Membership required
LifeTime Edina at Southdale, 952-257-7100
my.lifetime.life/clubs/mn/southdale/programs/kids/camps/summer-camps.html
Edina Community Education Youth Enrichment
½ Day Camp Options such as: Art, STEM, Sports, Music theater, and more for students entering grades K-12. Choose the weeks & Camps for you!: June 10-Aug 16
Registration Opens: Feb 13 @ 8am 2024 Summer Catalog coming Feb 1
Register at: edina.ce.eleyo.com/
Edina Parks & 
Recreation / Edina Art Center
Offers a variety of ½ Day and All Day Camps for ages 3+
Registration Opens: February 21 @ Noon (Residents) & February 28 @ Noon (Non-residents)
edinamn.gov/249/Parks-Recreation
Historic Cahill School – 2024 Registration now open
4-day week camps for Ages 6-12. Day camps are 9:00 am – 1:30 pm with extended day option ending at 3:30 pm.
https://www.edinahistoricalsociety.org/summer-day-camps.html
YMCA Summer Sport Camps 
Week-long camps for grades 1-6
Register Early Spring 2024
Southdale YMCA, 612.230.9622
https://www.ymcanorth.org/child_care__preschool/summer_programs/edina
A2D Academy
https://a2dacademy.com/programs/
Three Rivers Park District
Summer camps, recreation options, events & more for Ages 3-18
Registration opens Feb 27,2024 7 AM
https://www.threeriversparks.org/page/summer-camps
Stages Theatre Company
Summer camps for age 4-Grade 12. 1/2 day and full day options. Various locations depending on age.
Registration opens Jan 30, 2024
https://www.stagestheatre.org/summer/
University of Minnesota Youth Programs
Ages 6-15. Camp dates are Mon-Fri June 12-Aug 16
Registration opens Feb 12, 2024 6 AM
recwell.umn.edu/youth
Apply early for financial assistance provided by UMN Youth Programs
https://recwell.umn.edu/yp-summer-camp/campership-fund
Braemar City of Lake Figure Skating Club
Membership Year July 1-June 30
braemarfsc.org/
7 Movements Dance (Ages 3-18)
7movementsdance.com/
Dance with Us America
dancewithusamerica.com/
Platinum Dance Center (ages 3+)
platinumdancecenter.com/
TAGS Gymnastics (ages 3-17)
tagsgym.com/
Transcendance Xperience (ages 2.5+)
tdxdance.com/
Victoria Dance Studio (babies-adults)
victoriadance.com/
Foss Swim School (babies-kids-teens-adult lessons)
fossswimschool.com/
Summer camps- registration opens Jan 16 (2 week long camps)
Summer quarter weekly lessons– registration opens May 7
Spring quarter weekly lessons -registration opens Feb 13
Diving Lessons- Edina Community Ed
Edina Swim Club
Competitive Swimming ages 6+ /Lessons
952.831.3814
teamunify.com/MemRegStart.jsp?team=mnedi
Edina Baseball Association
edinabaseball.com
2024 Registration Dates:
Travel League: Feb 1-Mar 1 (3rd-5th)– L
Rec-SW Community League (4th-9th): Feb 1- April 1
Day Ball (PreK-2nd): Mar 15- May 15
Legion: March 15-May 1
Late Summer League (K-7th): May 15-June 15
Edina Soccer Association
edinasoccer.org/
Entering Grades K-12
2024 Spring/Summer Register Jan 15-Mar 15 (season is Mid May-Mid July)
*Paid Referee options available ages 11+
Fall League: Registration opens July 15
Edina Soccer Club
edinasoccerclub.com
U8-U18
Register by Jan 28
Edina Girls Fastpitch Softball Association
edinafastpitch.org/
Grades K-7 Register by Feb 25
Edina LaCrosse Association
edinalacrosse.com
REgistration is now open for spring/summer 2024 deadline not posted as of 1/24
Edina Middle School Track & Field- Spring (grades 7-8)
https://communityed.edinaschools.org/youth/middle-school-activities
Info coming Mid-February
Edina Swim Club
Competitive Swimming ages 6+
952.831.3814
Register Mid-February
teamunify.com/MemRegStart.jsp?team=mnedi
Edina Mountain Bike Team
Grades 6-12 Boys & Girls
2023 Dates: [2024 date TBA]
Registration open April 1-July 31
Try It out Sessions: May 17 & May 24
[email protected]
https://www.edinacyclingteam.com/
7th-12th graders who participate in school sports are required to have a sports physical every three years. Schedule a Sports Physical with your Pediatrician or call for an appointment at upcoming Sports Physical clinic. You cannot tryout or play on team until your physical is complete.
- MinuteClinic offers sports physicals at most locations. Walk-ins are welcomed. Insurance is not accepted for physicals at MinuteClinic® and payment is due at time of visit. Bring any required forms including a completed health and immunization history. For more information and to find a location visit cvs.com/minuteclinic
- Park Nicollet/Health Partners: https://www.healthpartners.com/hp/doctors-clinics/back-to-school/index.html
- Children’s Minnesota: https://www.childrensmn.org/2019/07/15/beat-back-school-rush-schedule-well-child-check/
TCO IS OFFERING FREE HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS PHYSICALS 2024 dates TBA
Our Twin Cities metro area & western Wisconsin high school sports physicals are available at 12 locations throughout July and August. All exams are completed by primary care sports medicine physicians and orthopedic surgeons. Athletic Trainers will review each student athlete’s history prior to seeing the physicians. 5 :00- 8:00 PM appointments are required. Register HERE
YMCA Day Camp Gathering Pines
YMCA Day Camp Gathering Pines (formally Kici Yapi) is an all-day camp program in Lakeville with various Camp Options in Summer 2024. amp is open to students entering PreK-9th grade. Multiple Bus locations available including 2 stops in Edina . Registration opens January. Extended before/after care is an option for an additional fee.
YMCA, 612.230.9622
ymcanorth.org/adventure/locations/day_camp_gathering_pines
Camp Fire Minnesota
Located in Chanhassen MN (Off Hwy 5 & Hwy 41), Camp Firm MN is a day camp with opportunities for ages 5-14 as well as leadership development opportunities for teens. Regular camp and specialty camps are available. Registration opens Jan 10. Overnight camp registration opens Jan 3.
Three Rivers Park
Offers a variety of camps options in the parks. Registration opens February 27, 2024 7AM
https://www.threeriversparks.org/page/summer-camps
Volunteer Opportunities for Youth
Assist with summer programs including Community Ed Camps and ExcitED
Variety of options
Assist seniors in the community with lawn mowing and more
Assist seniors in the community- grocery shopper ( Ages 16+)
UMN Fairview Southdale Hospital
Junior Volunteer Program applications are due Dec 31 of each year. Interviews occur around February with training starting in spring/summer.
Opportunities to help sort food and prepare if for distribution for families. (ages 9-11 with adult, 16+ independently). Complete the Youth Application. 3 hours shifts available Mon-Fri (8:15am; 11:15pm: 2:15pm)
Help unpack, tag and hang some great fashion finds! Volunteers are needed to help stock the store with all the best fashions, accessories and with the comforts of home.(Ages 13+ with adult)
Help prepare and serve meals to guests. Locations available throughout the twin cities. Reserve your volunteer spot online. Individual and group opportunities available.
PACER CENTER has complied a thorough list of Inclusive Recreation, Adaptive Sports and Summer Camps
pacer.org/students/recreation-and-sports.asp
CITY OF EDINA PARKS & REC PROGRAMS
edinamn.gov/317/Adaptive-Recreation
Register 4 weeks prior to the start of the program
AR &LE
Most programs are for ages 18+ with some younger aged programs available.
THREE RIVERS PARKS
https://web2.myvscloud.com/wbwsc/mnthreeriverswt.wsc/splash.html
threeriversparks.org/page/summer-camps
Accessibility
Nearly all of our program offerings can be adapted or modified. Please call 763.559.9000 (for relay services dial 711) or email [email protected] to request free modifications and learn about available options. Learn more about accessibility at Three Rivers.
STAGES Summer Theatre Workshop
https://www.stagestheatre.org/summer/#cast
The C.A.S.T. (Creative, Accepting, Sensory-Friendly Theatre) Program for youth with Autism, or other Sensory sensitivities. Grades 4-6; 7-12. Registration opens Jan 30 for summer program
Financial Assistance
Students in Edina have a variety of financial support opportunities to participate in Summer Activities. Below are links to the various applications. We are happy to assist you completing the applications. Please call 952-848-3936 or Email us for assistance.
2024 Summer Go Time – Funding is still available as of 3/13/24
The Summer Go Time scholarship is for Edina Public School students entering grades K-12 this fall to participate in their choice of camps/classes with Edina Community Ed. Registration for Summer 2024 begins on February 13@ 8am. Funding is limited and early registration is recommended. Some restrictions apply.
To apply:
- Review 2024 Summer Enrichment Financial Aid Information- Community Ed Español
- Complete the online 2023-24 Enrichment Financial Aid Application to determine eligibility.
- If you have already been approved this school year, you go directly to step 3.
- Complete your clamp requests using the Summer Go Time 2024 Form Forma De Registro 2024 [Please include all your camp selections on one registration per child. Funding is not held for later camps add-ons and would depend on if funding was still available at the time of your request]
4. Email completed forms to [email protected] . [Forms may be submitted starting Monday, Feb 5th.]
Funding is provided by:
Edina Give and Go
Provides scholarship grants for Edina Public School students to participate in academic, arts and athletic opportunities. Families must demonstrate need by being within 200% of poverty level for their family size. Students may request up to $500 for summer activities.
Note: Any funds used with Edina Community Ed [Summer Go Time 2024] will count towards a students funding max of $500 from Give and Go. Please complete the Summer Go Time Application to register for a Community Ed summer class.
For all other requests complete the Give and Go Application
Ed
ina Connect Card
Assists students in Edina to access various scholarships to participate in community activities including:
- City of Edina Park and Recreation. Up to $300 per Family per year (good for registration, memberships, season passes (pool), community gardens or special events
- Edina Basketball Association
- Edina Football Association
- Edina Girls Athletic Association
- Edina Baseball Association
- Edina Lacrosse Association
- Edina Volleyball Association
- Edina Utlimate
- Southdale YMCA
Participants must qualify for Connect Benefits, which fall in line with the Federal Standards for Free or Reduced price meals, or they must have a financial hardship that prevents full payment of a program fee, and must live and/or go to school in Edina
YMCA Day Camp Gathering Pines 2024 –Open Jan 8-11, 2024 CLOSED for 2024
Gathering Pines, is all-day camp program in Lakeville with various Camp Options in Summer 2024. Camp is open to students entering PreK-9th grade. A bus from Edina is available to take students to and from camp.
A special scholarship for current Edina Students in grades K-5 and grades 6-8 will be made available to participate in the Traditional Day program or Teen Specialty camp at YMCA Day Camp Gathering Pines. See application for details Applications will be accepted Jan 8- Jan 11 or until spots are filled, whichever comes first. A limited number of spots are available. Eligibility is based on 200% of Poverty income guidelines. If you are a Y-member and already on a YMCA scholarship, you are not eligible and should register for camp directly through the Y. Family Fee is $25.00 here is an option for a 3-day camp experience the week of July 1-3. The family fee for this camp is $15
Elementary Current K-5 Students: Application Grades K-5 deadline passed
Middle Schools Current 6-8 Students: Application Grades 6-8 deadline passed
Tips
- Apply early. Spots are extremely limited and available first-come. If you would like to provide your second choice backup you may.
- The family is asked to make a contribution towards the camp fee which is due with the application. You can provide a check, credit card or cash with your application.
- Be sure to have the registration form completely filled out, including 2 signatures on page 4 and attach a recent immunization record or write the information on page 3. Immunizations records can be accessed in your Campus Portal.
- Bring your completed applications to Edina Resource Center: 5701 Normandale Road, Edina MN 55424 (Door 3)
- If you have questions or need assistance, contact Krista at the ERC 952-848-3936.
Summer Academic Enrichment Program for grades 3-11– 2024 details TBA on their website
Receive up to $1,000 to attend 1 approved camp/programs. See the website for details on how to apply. 2024 information coming in March.
http://www.ohe.state.mn.us/mPg.cfm?pageID=1958
Eligibility: Minnesota Students in grades 3-11 on Free & Reduce Lunch. Students in Grades 7-11 must have an overall “C” average.
Scholarship provided by the Office of Higher Education.
Minnesota Afterschool Advance (MAA)
mnafterschool.org/minnesota-afterschool-advance-overview
MAA helps eligible families pay for academic based afterschool or summer programs as well as musical lessons and tutoring services that are taught by a “qualified instructor.” Please learn about the program on their website to find out if you are eligible and how it works with your MN K-12 Education Credit.
MN Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) 
CCAP provide financial assistance to help eligible families working, going to school or job searching cover child care expenses for children 13 years of age and under. Child Care must be with an approved provider.
Start by calling Hennepin County at 612-348-5937 to determine if you may be eligible. The county will work either send you an application, add you to the wait list or inform you why you are not eligible at this time. Applications are processed within 30 days. If you live in a different county, contact your county human service department.
Edina KIDS Club and Southdale YMCA accepts Child Care Assistance payments. KIDS Club will work with families who are on the waitlist and have a verified letter stating they are on the waitlist.
YMCA of the North (including Southdale YMCA)
The Y offers need-based assistance to help individuals and families access the programs that are important to them. These scholarships are made possible by generous donors and partners who are committed to providing resources that increase access so more people can come together for the common good.
Apply online. You will be notified within 10 business days.
Three Rivers Park District 
offers a Recreation Pass Plus for Hennepin County Residents. The Pass good May 1- June 30,
You may apply at anytime and use pass to register online for programs. you will need to provide proof of participation in one of the following programs: FRL, MFIP, MA, SSI, EMA, HCEAP MNCare, RCA, SNAP, WIC, or WB
Three Rivers offers summer camps for ages 4-15 at various parks.
Nature ⋅ Archery ⋅ Golf ⋅ History ⋅ Paddling ⋅ Fishing ⋅ Forts ⋅ Art ⋅ Farming ⋅ Survival
Summer 2024 Registration opens Feb 27 , 7 AM
2024 Camp Fire Minnesota is a day camp located in Excelsior, MN (Hwy 5 & Hwy 41) with opportunities for ages 5-14 as well as leadership development opportunities for teens. Regular camp and specialty camps are available including overnight camp. Camp Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm. Parents are responsible for getting kids to and from camp.
- Overnight Camp Registration Opens: January 3, 9am CST
- Day Camp Registration Opens: January 10, 9am CST
Needs-based scholarships are available by applying online PRIOR to registering for camp. If you are approved for a scholarship, they will review your requested camp week and get you registered. Summer Camps 2024: The first wave of scholarships is now closed. The application will reopen online on Monday, February 5.
campfiremn.org/camps/scholarships/
University of Minnesota Youth Programs
See application for details.
https://recwell.umn.edu/yp-summer-camp/campership-fund
No deadline currently announced but likely ends in February 2024