Generally covers the following moves and skills: Entry level class for 4-6 year olds (Pre K) with no experience. Sit and stand up with skates (on and off ice), march in place, skate forward (8-10 steps), skate then glide on two feet with ankles upright, dip in place.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Skate followed by a long glide, dip while moving, two-foot hop, forward swizzles (2-3 in a row), forward stop, backward wiggles (6 in a row), beginning 1-foot glide.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Forward skating width of rink, forward one-foot glide (ankle height, hold for 3+ seconds), forward swizzles (4+ in a row), forward stop with skid, forward two-foot curves, backwards skating with back stop, backwards swizzles (2-3 in a row), beginning backwards 1-foot glide, identify edges.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Entry level class for 6 and up with no experience. Proper falling and standing, identify edges, skate width of rink, forward swizzles, snowplow stop, dip, two foot glide.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Forward two-foot to one-foot glide, accelerating forward swizzles, backward swizzles, back stop, two-foot turns in place, snowplow stop with skid.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Forward stroking, forward one-foot swizzles, T-push, introduction to T-stop, forward one-foot glide, forward two-foot turns while moving, beginning two-foot spin, beginning spiral (R & L), backwards two-foot glide.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Forward crossovers, backward one-foot swizzles, two-foot spin (3+ rotations), beginning outside 3-turns, bunny hop, forward inside and outside edges, spiral (hip height), backward one-foot glide.
Generally covers the following moves and skills: Backward inside and outside edges, backward crossovers, beginning one-foot spin, lunge, forward inside pivot (R & L), forward outside 3-turns, beginning forward inside 3-turns, backwards stroking.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Forward inside 3-turns, mohawk (open or closed), R & L), one-foot spin (3+ rotations), T-stop, side toe hop, hockey stop, waltz jump from stand-still, shoot-the-duck, beginning backwards lunge.
Generally covers the following moves and skills: Backwards inside and outside edges, waltz jump from backwards crossovers, backwards lunge, beginning backwards spiral, beginning one-half flip jump.

Hockey 1: (Ages 6-12) Forward skating with full strides, forward one foot glides, backward swizzles, backward c-cuts, two foot tight turns, introduction to hockey stops, forward one foot swizzles, crossovers, pivots (forward to backwards and backwards to forward), quick starts. Full hockey equipment recommended for this class. No sticks.
Hockey 2: (Ages 6-12) Forward and backward c-cuts and crossovers, hockey turns, slalom, forward stop and starts, backward V stop, mohawks, hockey stops, back 1 foot glide, skating drills. Full hockey equipment recommended for this class. No sticks.
Hockey, Pre-K: (Ages 4-6) Must have passed Pre-K 1 and Pre-K 2, or equivalent experience. Introduction to V starts, two foot stops, crossovers, tight turns, backwards skating, backward c-cuts, forward to backward and backward to forwards pivots. Full hockey equipment recommended for this class. No sticks.

Generally covers the following moves and skills: Skating basics including but not limited to - forward, backward, stopping, pivots, crossovers, two and on foot turns.

Ages 12 months-3 years. Swimmers with little or no experience will be taught water safety, floating, kicking, arm rokes, blowing bubbles, and object recovery. Parent is in water with child. Class takes place in the family pool in 3-4 feet of water.

Ages 2.5-4 years. For participants with little or no experience. Skills taught include water safety, floating, bubbling, kicking, arm strokes and object recovery. Child needs to easily separate from parent. Class takes place in Family pool in 4 feet of water.

Ages 4-6 years. For participants who have completed Sea Horse or can put their face in the water for at least three seconds. Skills taught include water safety, front kicking, object recovery, bobbing, back float, front crawl and intro to using a kick board. Class takes place in the Family Pool with a 2 foot ledge and up to 4 feet deep.

For school age beginners. Skills taught include water safety, freestyle arm stroke, back float with kicking, deep water orientation, bobbing, front float with glide and kicking, object retrieval. Class held in Competition Pool.

Advanced beginner level. Skills taught include water safety, rhythmic breathing with support, backstroke, underwater swim, treading water, standing dive, and deep water orientation. Class is held in the competition pool in 4-5 feet of water.

Seal: Intermediate level. Skills taught include water safety, rhythmic breathing with free style, breast stroke, back stroke, racing dive, and treading water for 1 minute. Class is held in competition pool in depths up to 12-15 feet deep.
Sailfish: Advanced level. Swimmers work on all strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly), and perfecting the racing dive. Class is held in competition pool in depths up to 12 to 15 feet deep.
Swimmers will be divided into the appropriate skill level during lessons.

30-minute private swim lessons are available for youth and adults. One additional person can be registered for the same private lesson for an additional $40 (for each 3 lessons). Lessons canceled for any reason without 24 hours’ notice will not be rescheduled. Participants are permitted one reschedule date within a 3-lesson package and two reschedule dates within a 6-lesson package. Register online for swim lessons (discounted price for additional person not available online- please call the community center 314-822-5855 to set this up). Lessons will run from 6/1-8/1, their will be no lessons held on the week of June 30th to July 4th, and Friday, June 19th is a holiday.

Get your laps in early!
Free for season pass holders, will discount when added to cart if you have a 2026 season pass.
Please note: Please note: 7/13 & 7/14 lap swim will take place from 5:30-6:30 am due to swim team prelim meet. If the meet is rained out on 7/13 or 7/14 then lap swim will also be switched to 5:30-6:30 a.m. on 7/15.

Ages 8-14. The Seal Team Scuba Camp is a pool-based, activity filled introduction to the exciting world of scuba. Under the direct supervision of certified scuba professionals from Y-kiki Divers, campers will complete a new “AquaMission” each day to learn new scuba skills. A PADI Seal Team Crew Pack is provided to each diver. All equipment rental is included. Following the successful completion of the program, campers earn PADI Seal Team membership and a certificate of completion. Parents or guardians must complete and sign the PADI Seal Team liability release form and statement prior to camp. Participants who answer YES to any question on the medical history form must have a Physician’s Release prior to camp. Two sessions offered! M-F 9am-Noon 7/20-7/24 7/27-7/31 R&NR $320 per session.

Fast paced activities designed to be fun while teaching the major fundamental skills and disciplines of the martial arts. Additional fees for uniform ($20-25) & annual AAU membership ($27) apply. Meets at Kirkwood Community Center.
Instructor: Willow Martial Arts staff

A 6-week course modeled on the military's boot camp, but with instructors that encourage--not humiliate. This class is intense but geared toward all fitness levels, from couch potato to tri-athlete! Participants can expect to rapidly slim down, tone up, and build their cardiovascular endurance. The end of the program is marked with a celebration for those who have stuck it out.

Just $5 per class! Sign up for individual days.
"Bring the energy for this full-body dance workout that mixes salsa, merengue, k-pop, and other international rhythms! No experience needed — just a love of music and movement. Grab your sneakers, bring your water bottle, and join us for the most fun workout in town!”
-Robbie

Learn self-defense, self-confidence and self-control in a friendly atmosphere in this 12-week class. Additional fees for uniforms ($20-$35 depending on size) and annual AAU membership ($35 for 18+, $27 for under 18) apply. Meets at Kirkwood Community Center. Ages 10 to Adult.
Instructor: Willow Martial Arts staff

This low impact aerobics class can help prevent falls and keep you active well into your golden years! Now with monthly sessions.
R $30 NR $35 per month
Instructor: Gary Ketcherside

The Fall Kicks 'n Grins Soccer Program offers children currently enrolled (Fall 2024) in Pre-K through 4th grade an exciting opportunity to learn about the game of soccer in a non-competitive co-ed environment. Participants meet each Saturday for six weeks. This program includes games, a uniform top, and a soccer ball. These sessions are supervised by volunteer parent/coaches with the assistance of the recreation department staff.

5 Days 4 Nights - November 2nd - 6th, 2026
Experience the heart of country music on this unforgettable senior trip to Nashville! Travel in comfort and enjoy four nights in the Nashville area while exploring the city’s top attractions. Highlights include guided tours of Nashville and Belle Meade Historic Site, visits to Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, the Johnny Cash Museum, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the Grand Ole Opry or Ryman Auditorium, plus exciting evening entertainment with shows at the Grand Ole Opry and Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theater. Great food, music, and memories await in Music City!
Deposit is due by 6/30. Final Payment is due by 8/26.
Travel Confident Protection Plan is available by contacting Scout at adamssa@kirkwoodmo.org for more information.
Double occupancy: $966
Single occupancy: $1166

This low impact, Aging Backwards workout improves posture, flexibility, balance and increases core strength. Fluid stretching movements strengthen and tone the entire body. Adaptable for varied levels of fitness.
Bring a mat and water. Instructor: Kathy Quinn
This class can be registered for by day

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$6R $7NR per class