Youth Recreation Programs

Homeschool P.E. (Ages 5-15)

Attention all home schooling families! The Cape Girardeau Parks & Recreation Department will be conducting a Physical Education class for all students who would like to attend. Homeschoolers will be participating in activities such as baseball, basketball, bowling, dodgeball and much more! All ages will participate at the same time. Participants will be divided into groups based on age and activity. For more information, contact Dylan at dkooyer@cityofcape.org.

• Date: Fridays 9/4/26 – 11/6/26
• Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
• Location: Cape Girardeau SportsPlex
• Fee: $50/child
• Registration Deadline: 9/3/26
• Registration

Hapkido Core 1 & 2 By Lee H. Park Hapkido (Ages 5-9)

Hapkido Core has 2 levels: Core Class 1 (ages 5-6) and Core Class 2 ( ages 7-9). Classes are a basic introduction to martial arts and work on improving balance, mobility and respect. Other key areas of focus include kicking, punching and bully-proofing your child. All classes are taught at Lee H. Park Hapkido (1131 N. Kingshighway Suite 2K).

• Date: Mondays 9/14/26 – 7/20/26
• Time:

Core 1: 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Core 2: 6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

• Location: Lee H. Park Hapkido
• Fee: $26/person
• Registration for 5-6 year olds
• Registration for 7-9 year olds

Judo Class

Join us for a 6 week Judo class for children ages 6 and up! This class will be led by the owner of Moo Sul Kwan Cape Girardeau Martial Arts School, Doug Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a Tae Kwon Do instructor for 29 years and has an 8th degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do and Hapkido. This class covers essential skills for Judo including throws, holds, takedowns, and groundwork. Judo has been documented to improve: balance, self-esteem, coordination and self-control. A uniform is not required to participate in this class. For more information, contact Luke at lmarcum@cityofcape.org.

• Class Begins: October 1, 2026
• When: Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Moo Sul Kwan Cape Girardeau, MO, 500 Emerald St.
• Fee: $25 for 6 week class
  Register by September 30th
• Registration

Pre-Hapkido By Lee H. Park Hapkido (Ages 10-15)

Pre-Hapkido is an introduction class to Hapkido for ages 10-15. This class provides the basic skills and foundation that students will need to transition to the adult Hapkido class Students will learn self-discipline, self-respect, kicking, punching, throwing, falling, basic self-defense & general exercise. All classes are taught at Lee H. Park Hapkido (1131 N. Kingshighway Suite 2K).

• Date: Tuesdays 9/16/26 – 10/20/26
• Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Location: Lee H. Park Hapkido
• Fee: $26/person
• Registration

Intermediate Tennis (Ages 8-12)

This is a great class to improve your tennis skills! The instructor will provide a balance of instruction and practice. Emphasis will be on proper grip, stance, swing, serve, and ball placement as well as hitting with control for depth and power. Please bring your own racket, water, and appropriate footwear. Contact Brian at bdavidson@cityofcape.org for more information.

• Dates: Wednesdays, 9/9/26 – 10/28/26
• Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Arena Park Tennis Courts
• Fee: $40/child
• Registration Deadline: 9/4/26
• Registration

Pee-Wee Sports (Ages 3-5)

Introduce your child to the world of sports! Participants will play a different sport each week including t-ball, soccer and basketball. We will go over the basic skills and rules of each sport and play a fun game at the end! For more information, contact Luke at lmarcum@cityofcape.org.

• Dates: Mondays, 9/28/26 – 10/12/26
• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
• Location: Osage Centre
• Fee: $40/child
• Registration Deadline: 9/25/26
• Registration

Start Smart Basketball

Ages 3-5

This is a fun, hands-on class to teach children the basic motor skills to play organized basketball while spending quality time with their parents. Parent participation is required. For more information, contact Luke at lmarcum@cityofcape.org.

• Dates: Tuesdays, 11/10/26 – 12/1/26
• Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Location: Shawnee Park Center
• Fee: $45/child
• Registration Deadline: 11/6/26
• Registration

Sponsor: Ford Groves