Our Vision
To strive to develop, provide, and maintain quality programs and facilities that meet the growing needs of our community.
Our Mission
We are committed to providing quality recreational and leisure programs for the community in cooperation with the City of Spring Hill and Unified School DIstrict 230.
Images
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The resulting materials, including still photos, video, and audio recordings, may be used by SHRC without restriction or financial compensation in news materials, promotional materials, social media, website, and other properties SHRC will not identify by name any participant without permission.
Photos in this guide by Todd Riggins of Frozen in Time Photography
Refunds & Cancellations
Canceled events/programs will issue an immediate refund unless otherwise noted Any other refunds will be issued on a case-bycase basis.
FINANCE/MARKETING
EVENTS/FITNESS
Jason Garvert jasong@springhillrec org
U4 SPORTS/CLASSES
Zach Faucheux zachf@springhillrec org
ESPORTS
Dave Haney daveh@springhillrec.org
MAINTENANCE
Wes Squire wess@springhillrec org
Colton Hamilton coltonh@springhillrec org
Movin’ Mondays
For 8 Mondays during the summer, kids (5-13) can come out to the SHELA Gym (300 E South St) where we will put on an assortment of fun recreational gym/outdoor physical activities for them.
Dates:
Jun 3: Dodgeball/Two-Ball Dodgeball
Jun 10: Flag Football
Jun 17: Knockerballs
Jun 24: Nerf Wars
Jul 8: Basketball
Jul 15: Archery Tag
Jul 22: Soccer/Crab Soccer
Jul 29: Open Gym
Times: 1:00-3:00pm
Fees: FREE
Tabletop Tuesdays
For 8 Tuesdays during the summer, kids (5-13) can come out to the SHELA Gym (300 E South St) where we will set out tables and have a selection of board games, card games, and more that kids can come play with their friends or other kids! They may also bring their own games to play.
Dates:
June: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
July: 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th
Times: 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: FREE
Water Wednesdays
For 8 Wednesdays during the summer, kids (5-13) that are signed up online through SHRC can come swim for free at the Spring Hill Aquatic Center during a certain time block designated just for them!
Dates:
June 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th
July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st
Times: 1:00-3:00pm
Cost: FREE
Thinkering Thursdays
For 8 Thursdays during the summer, kids (5-13) can sign up online (max of 20 kids) to join us to work on different and interesting STEM projects exploring different science and technology topics at the SHELA gym.
Dates:
Jun 6: Magnetic Slime
Jun 13: Density Tower
Jun 20: Glowing Bubbles
Jun 27: Elephant Toothpaste
Jul 11: Craft Stick Harmonica
Jul 18: Balloon Car
Jul 25: DIY Bouncy Balls
Aug 1: Clothespin Airplane
Times: 1:00-3:00pm
Fees: FREE
FUNtastic Fridays
For 8 Fridays during the summer, kids (5-13) can sign up online (first come/first serve) to join us for a variety of different field trips/activities around Spring Hill & the KC Metro Area.
Dates:
Jun 7: Waterpalooza
SH Sports Complex (1-3pm)
Jun 14: Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium
Field Trip (9:00am-3:00pm)
Jun 21: Pump It Up
Field Trip (10:00am-1:00pm)
Jun 28: Pine Wood Derby-Build & Race
SHELA Gym (1:00-3:00pm)
Jul 12: Fortnite Festival Tournament
The Vault (12:00-2:00pm)
Jul 19: Emerald City
Field Trip (10:00am-2:00pm)
Jul 26: Talent Show
SHELA Gym (1:00-3:00pm)
Aug 2: Level Up
Field Trip (9:00am-3:00pm)
Fees: FREE
Registration for Summer Programs opens April 8th!
Tennis Camp
Our annual tennis camp in back again this year! This week long camp focuses on learning the fundamentals of the game of tennis in a fun atmosphere You will learn to serve and volley, as well as forehand, backhand, positioning, and more! You will need to bring your own racket (size information available on our website.
Dates: Jun 24-27
Times:
PreK-2nd grade 8:30-9:00am
3rd - 5th grade 9:00-10:00am
6th-8th grade 10:00am-11:00am
Location: Spring Hill High School
Tennis Courts
Fees:
Pre-K through 2nd Grade: $30
3rd - 8th Grade: $50
Registration Deadline: Jun 19
U4 Football (3-5 years)
This is a youth development program that introduces the game of football (non-tackle) for kids ages 3-5 years, emphasizing the fundamentals of the game. During this 4-session, 45-minute program your child will learn the basic football skills including how to pass, catch, hike, and kick They will also learn some basic football rules and will play a number of football-based games
Opens: Mar 4 | Early Bird: Apr 5
Deadline: Apr 26
Fees: $30 | $40 | Late Fee: $50
U4 Blastball (3-5 years)
This youth development program is a league that uses a foam bat, ball, and tee to teach your child the basics of the sport and to prepare them for TBall and/or Coach Pitch All participants receive a jersey and an award at the end of the season Games will be played in June
Opens: Apr 1 | Early Bird: May 3
Deadline: May 24
Fees: $30 | $40 | Late Fee: $50
U4 Basketball
This youth development program is an instructional session that introduces the game with an emphasis on fundamentals. Children will learn the rules of the game, meet new friends, and have a whole lot of fun!
Opens: May 6 | Early Bird: May 31
Deadline: Jun 28
Fees: $30 | $40 | Late Fee: $50
End of Summer Baseball/Softball Skills Camp/Party
Join us for an end of the season blowout! Show off some of your skills, enjoy some food, and a whole lot of fun!
Date: Jun 28
Time: 6:00-9:00pm
Location: Spring Hill Sports Complex (309 W North St)
Fees: FREE
*Photo by Todd Riggins
Youth Volleyball (3rd-6th Grade)
SHRC is thrilled to host our own spring volleyball league! Participants will be placed on a team and requests will be considered but not guaranteed. Teams will have weekly practices.
Registration Opens: Jun 3
Early Bird Deadline: Jul 5
Early Bird Fee: $75
Registration Deadline: Aug 2
Fee: $85
Dates: Practices begin in August; Games will be on Thursdays in September
Ages: 3rd - 6th grade
Youth Flag Football (1st-6th Grade)
We are hosting a spring flag football league this year and are so excited! All practices will take place in Spring Hill and games will take place in Gardner. SHRC will supply a uniform, but participants will need to purchase their own mouth piece.
Registration Opens: Jun 3
Early Bird Deadline: Jul 12
Early Bird Fee: $75
Registration Deadline: Aug 16
Fee: $85
Dates: Saturdays in September
Ages: 1st - 6th grade www
Daffodil Days
Daffodil Days is a free, family-oriented community event that focuses on bringing our residents together for a fun filled day! Local businesses & vendors will be on hand to provide carnival style games and/or activities We will also have bounce houses, face painting, food, and more!
Date: Apr 20
Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
Fees: FREE; items for purchase
Location: Spring Hill Early Learning Academy (300 E. South St)
Kids and Cars Power Grand Prix
This community event will give kids the opportunity to drive power wheels and also look at and play with cars and toy cars. Food and drink provided, and there will be a raffle for some Power Wheels to take home!
Date: May 4
Time: 10:00am-1:00pm
Fees: $20 per adult/child; $10 each additional child
Location: Spring Hill Early Learning Academy (300 E South St)
Registration Deadline: April 28
Youth Track Meet
Join us for our annual Youth Track Meet! Come out and test your speed & strength while having fun with your friends Awards will be given for the top athletes in each event and age group Participants will be grouped based on their grade level to ensure fairness
Date: May 18
Time: 9:00-11:00am
Ages: Kindergarten through 8th grade
Fees: FREE
Registration Deadline: May 3
Daffodil Days Adventure Fun
Run
Come run, jump, mantle, and crawl around obstacles and physical challenges! Every participant will receive a 2024 Adventure Fun Run tshirt and medal
Date: Apr 20
Time: 9:00-11:00am
Fees: $20 (online); cash only walk-ups
Location: Spring Hill Early Learning Academy (300 E South St)
Ages: 5-13 years
Bingo Night
Join us for Bingo Night! We’ll have some yummy food, prizes, and a whole lot of fun! All proceeds for this event will go to benefit an organization/cause from our Spring Hill Community Donations will be accepted at the event
Date: May 4
Time: 3:00-5:00pm
Fees: FREE; cards are $1 per book
Location: TBD
Movie Trivia Night
Test your movie knowledge at our next Trivia Night! Join us for a night of fun, food, and more, all while donating to a great local organization/cause
Date: May 11
Time: 1:00-3:00pm
Fees: FREE; monetary donations accepted at event
Location: Spring Hill Civic Center 401 Space (401 N Madison)
Fishing Derby
Come and enjoy a morning of fishing and fun! There will be drawings and prizes for biggest fish, most fish, smallest fish, and more! Enjoy a hot dog and drink also, courtesy of Comfort Designs Heating & Cooling!
Date: Jun 1
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Fees: FREE
Location: Veteran’s Park (20201 Veterans Lane)
Bingo Night
Join us for Bingo Night! We’ll have some yummy food, prizes, and a whole lot of fun! All proceeds for this event will go to benefit an organization/cause from our Spring Hill community Donations will be accepted at the event.
Date: May 4
Time: 3:00-5:00pm
Fees: FREE; cards are $1 per book
Location: TBD
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Meet Our Maintenance Staff
These are the guys that work around the clock to get fields mowed and ready for our sports activities, setting up for events, and so much more! They are who we rely on for so many things and we couldn’t do what we do without them!
Young Chefs Cooking Class
Send your kid(s) to learn some cooking skills with SHRC! We will be doing different recipes each month All supplies are included with the cost, unless otherwise specified
All classes are taught by Pastry Chef Maria Rich of Lupita’s Kitchen
APRIL: Sopes | Apr 2
MAY: Strawberry Shortcakes | May 7
JUNE: Birria Tacos | Jun 4
Cost: $15 per class
Youth Art Class
Drop your kids off so they can explore their creative side with guided art projects each month These classes are sure to help your budding artist grow and develop in their creativity Classes are taught by Maria Rich
APRIL: Fabric Covered Pots & Herbs | Apr 22
MAY: Unicorn Dream Catchers | May 20
JUNE: 4th of July T-Shirts | Jun 17
Location: Spring Hill United Methodist Church (112 E Nichols) - APRIL
SH Civic Center - MAY/JUNE
Toddler Time
We are excited to offer a space for your little one to come play for free!
Get your wiggles out and enjoy our ball pit, tumbling mats, and more An adult must be present at all times
Dates: Every Friday morning
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Spring Hill Civic Center Gymnasium (401 N Madison)
Ages: 5 and under
Special Olympics Sports
The Spring Hill Sharks Special Olympics programs are designed for any individual, youth or adult, with a mental or physical disability who chooses not to participate in regular SHRC programs
Programs Offered at SHRC:
Bocce Ball Bowling Track & Field
If you are interested in joining our team, please reach out to Jason at jasong@springhillrec.org.
Cost: $15 per class
Location: Spring Hill Civic Center (401 N Madison)
Special Olympics Open Gym
SHRC is thrilled to be offering a brand new opportunity We’re hosting a Special Olympics open gym! Come and check out what the Sharks are up to and see if there’s a program that we offer that fits for you!
Dates: Tuesdays
Time: 7:15-8:15pm
Location: Spring Hill Civic Center Gym
Cost: FREE
Adult Cooking Class
Once a month we will get together and make some fun new recipes to take home that evening All supplies are included with the cost, unless otherwise specified
All classes are taught by Pastry Chef Maria Rich of Lupita’s Kitchen
APRIL: Sopes | Apr 3
MAY: Strawberry Shortcakes | May 8
JUNE: Birria Tacos | Jun 5
Cost: $15 per class
Location: Spring Hill United Methodist Church (112 E Nichols) - APRIL SH Civic Center - MAY/JUNE
3v3 Basketball Tournament
Join us for a 3v3 basketball tournament! There will be 3 play-in games to set the bracket. Play-in games will be played to 11 points. The tournament bracket will be double elimination; games will play to 21 points Your team will be guaranteed 5 games Winners will receive a trophy, championship t-shirts, and gift cards Teams can be co-ed (up to 4 players per team) A 29 5" basketball will be used
Date: Jun 15
Time: 10:00am
Location: Spring Hill Early Learning
Academy Gymnasium (300 E South St)
Fee: $20 per team (only one person from each team needs to register)
Registration Opens: April 1
Registration Deadline: Jun 12
Adult Pickleball Tournament
Enjoy a pool play/bracket tournament Winners will receive gift cards & trophy!
Date: Aug 29
Time: 5:30-8:00pm
Location: SHRC Pickleball Courts (300 E South St)
Cost: FREE (24 team limit)
Registration Opens: May 20
Registration Deadline: Aug 25
Adult Art Class
Enjoy a creative evening out at one of our adult art classes These guided projects are fun, festive, and help bring the artist out in you! All supplies needed are provided
Classes are taught by Maria Rich
APRIL: Fabric Covered Pots & Herbs | Apr 23
MAY: DIY Fairy Gardens | May 21
JUNE: Bleached T-Shirts | Jun 18
Cost: $15 per class
Location: Spring Hill Civic Center (401 N Madison)
Adult Field Trips
Throughout the year we take various field trips to exhibits, museums, and locations around the Kansas City Metro Area. All field trips include transportation, admission, and lunch, unless otherwise stated
Dates:
April 26 - Boulevard Brewing Company (Must be 21 and older)
May (TBD) - American Jazz Museum
June (TBD) - Allen Fieldhouse
Ages: 16 and older
Online Book Club
Each month, a new book selection is made. You spend the month reading and when the new month begins, discussion questions are posted in our Facebook group. Participation in the discussions is encouraged, but is not required. We also have some fun giveaways, prizes, and more!
Find us on Facebook at: @shrcpageturnersbookclub
Cost: FREE
April Book: No One Can Know by Kate Alice Marshall
May Book: The Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County by Claire Swinarski
June Book: The Underground Library by Jennifer Ryan
Zumba Classes
Zumba is an interval workout that moves between high- and lowintensity dance moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardio endurance.
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 5:30-6:30pm
Cost: FREE
Location: Spring Hill Civic Center Gymnasium (401 N Madison)
Yoga Classes
Yoga is a mind and body practice that can build strength and flexibility It helps manage pain and reduce stress, works on breathing techniques, and meditation.
A new yoga instructor has been hired and we will begin classes very soon!
Please stay tuned for more information on dates/times of these new classes!
Funk and Flow (Hip Hop Dance/Yoga Combo)
This class is a 45 minute dance fitness class, followed by a 45 minute yoga session. You can choose to stay for both, or drop in for one or the other. The hip hop dance class focuses on having fun and improving your physical and mental health and well-being. It focuses on shredding fat and building muscle, all while having a blast with some friends. The yoga session is designed to relax and find your center. This class is a judgment free zone where you can express yourself through dance and by the end of the day, leaving you feeling brand new!
Dates: Thursdays
Time: 5:45pm: Hip Hop Dance Fitness; 6:30pm: Yoga Session
Cost: FREE
Location: Spring Hill Civic Center Gymnasium (401 N Madison)
*Child watch available for this class
Fortnite Camp
Learn the ins and outs of Fortnite and brush up your skills in this week long Fortnite Camp!
Date: Week of June 3rd
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Fees: $15 per person
Location: The Vault Esports Facility
Registration Opens: May 1
Call of Duty Warzone Camp
Learn the ins and outs of Call of Duty Warzone and brush up your skills in this week long camp!
Date: Week of June 17th
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Fees: $15 per person
Location: The Vault Esports Facility
Registration Opens: May 1
Rocket League Camp
Learn the ins and outs of Rocket League and brush up your skills in this week long camp!
Date: Week of June 10th
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Fees: $15 per person
Location: The Vault Esports Facility
Registration Opens: May 1
End of Summer Block Party
Join us for our End of the Summer Block Party! There’s games, food, drawings for the winners of summer contest, and so much more!
Date: Aug 9 Time: TBD
Fees: FREE i h l ili
Board Meetings Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month
SH Civic Center 6:00pm
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