Camps

Youth Classes

Music & Movement (Ages newborn - 7 years)
Ages newborn-7 years Join us for a variety of movement and music-based activities, such as dancing, ball bouncing, using a stretchy band, parachute, hula hoops, singing songs, playing instruments, story time and more. Babies will participate in songs, instruments, floor activities, rhymes, tickle games, and story time to help reinforce developmental skills such as eye contact, verbal skills, and coordination. For the Family Music Class, get ready for the winter weather by singing catchy songs, dancing, moving, and playing instruments along with story time and puppet play. There’s fun for the whole family in this class, so join us for some musical fun! Adult participation required. For more information, contact Dianne at [email protected].

When: Kids (ages 3-4): Thursdays 9/4/25 - 10/9/25
           Babies (6 months-2 years): Saturdays 9/6/25 - 10/11/25
           Family (newborn-7 years): Saturday 12/20/25 & 1/10/26
Where: Osage Centre
Time: Kids 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m., Babies 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m., Family 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Kids/Babies Fee: Kids/Babies is $45/child, Family classes is $15 for two per class, $4 for each additional person
Registration Deadline: Kids/Babies 9/1/25, Family Classes day before
Registration Links: Kids (ages 3-4) | Babies (6 months-2 years) | Family (newborn-7 years) | Family (newborn-7 years) Additional Person
 
Homeschool Art (Ages 6-15)
Drawing, painting, craft projects and three-dimensional art are just some of the areas of art that will be covered in this class. All materials will be provided. Please remember to wear old clothes! For more information, contact Brian at [email protected].

When: Wednesdays 9/10/25 - 10/15/25
Where: Osage Centre
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fee: $40/child
Registration Deadline: 9/5/25
Registration Link
 
Junior Chef's Cooking Club (Ages 6-12)
Get ready for a yummy, fun filled class! Each week, you will make (and eat!) a special treat while you learn about measuring, why food changes as it cooks, and of course, kitchen safety. This class is sure to fill quickly, so register soon! Contact Brian at [email protected] for more information.
When: Thursdays 9/11/25 - 10/2/25
Where: A.C. Brase Arena
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Fee: $42/child
Registration Deadline: 9/5/25
Registration Link
 

Safe Sitter (Ages 11+)
The Safe Sitter course prepares students in grades 6th-8th to be home alone, watch younger siblings, or babysit. This course is designed with interactive lessons that will help students learn life-saving skills, understand how to handle emergencies, and know how to treat injuries. Please bring a lunch! For more information, contact Christine at [email protected] or at 573-339-6604.
When: Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Where: Osage Centre
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fee: $50/person
Registration Deadline: 11/24/25
Registration Link

Youth Sports Classes

Start Smart Soccer (Ages 3-5)
Start Smart Soccer is a developmentally appropriate introductory soccer program that prepares children for organized soccer in a fun, non-threatening environment. Age appropriate soccer equipment is used to teach kicking, dribbling, trapping, throw-ins and agility. Each child will receive a t-shirt. 
Days: Wednesdays
Dates: 8/13/25 - 9/3/25
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Osage Park
Fee: $45/child
Registration Deadline: 8/6/25
Registration Link
 
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 [email protected].
Date: Fridays 9/5/25 - 11/14/25
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Location: Cape Girardeau SportsPlex
Fee: $50/child
Registration Deadline: 9/4/25
Registration Link

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 9/8/25 - 10/13/25
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Location: Lee H. Park Hapkido
Fee: $26/person
Registration Link
 
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 9/9/25 - 10/14/25
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Lee H. Park Hapkido
Fee: $26/person
Registration Link
 
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 [email protected] for more information.
Dates: Wednesdays 9/10/25 - 10/1/25
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Arena Park Tennis Courts
Fee: $40/child
Registration Deadline: 9/5/25
Registration Link
 
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 Hunter at [email protected].
Days: Mondays
Dates: 9/29/25 - 10/13/25
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Osage Centre
Fee: $40/child
Registration Deadline: 9/26/25
Registration Link
 
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 Brian at [email protected].
Dates: Tuesdays 11/11/25 - 12/2/25
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location: Shawnee Park Center
Fee: $45/child
Registration Deadline: 11/7/25
Registration Link
 

Teen Classes

AHA HeartSaver CPR-AED Certification 
Register today to become certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid! Classes are offered the first Friday of every month. For more information, contact Christine at [email protected].
Dates: 9/5/25, 10/3/25, 11/7/25, 12/5/25, 1/2/26, 2/6/26
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location: Osage Centre
Cost: $50/person
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Adult Hapkido By Lee H. Park Hapkido (Ages 16+)
Hapkido training is a traditional martial art for all ages, gender and fitness levels. Participants will learn kicking, punching, escapes, throwing and locks. Exercise and conditioning are focuses of this class. All classes are taught at Lee H. Park Hapkido (1131 N. Kingshighway Suite 2K).
Date: Tuesdays and Thursdays 9/9/25 - 10/16/25
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Location: Lee H. Park Hapkido
Fee: $26/person
Registration Link
 
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  • Contact Info
  • 410 Kiwanis Drive
    Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
  • Telephone 573.339.6340
  • Email [email protected]
  • Rainout Line 573.975.1024
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