Youth Activities

Youth Activities
Youth Activities

Current Information

Stretch-N-Grow 
The fabulously fun fitness program for kids!  Engaging toddlers through preschoolers to move, exercise, make healthy choices and love doing it!
This class meets weekly.

No pre-registration is required. Pay per class or purchase a punch card at our front desk.  

Thursdays: 10:30-11:30AM (Starting August 28 S-n-G will be switching back to 11 AM - 12 PM)
Ages:  0-5 yrs
$5 per class for residents. $6 for non-residents.
NEW: $25 Punch Card available! Skip the registration every week and purchase a punch card at the front desk, good for 5 classes! $30 for non-residents.  
Instructor: Coach Beth

Currently Registering
Safe Sitter 2025 REGISTER

This 6-1/2 hour course covers safety skills, child care skills, life and business skills; as well as CPR instruction and manikin practice. Space is limited to the first 6 participants to register.
The class will be held at TRC's Activity Center (300 E. US 24/40) in the Activity Room. 

Time: 8:30 - 3:00 PM

Location: Tonganoxie Recreation Center


Upcoming Sessions:

Saturday August 2, 2025

Saturday October 4, 2025 (Registration is full. You may still register for the waitlist.)

Saturday December 20, 2025

Date Information: August 2 & October 4 & December 20, 2025
Cost Information: $50 for residents & $60 for non-residents
Age Rqmt: 11-14 years
Location: TRC Activity Center
Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com

Hunter Education '25 REGISTER

This is an internet-assisted course.  
Participants must complete the online course through the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks.  You will not be allowed to participate in the field day if you cannot produce a completion certificate to the instructors at registration in the morning.  You can find this free course online at https://ksoutdoors.gov/Services/Education/Hunter/Hunter-Ed-Courses/Hybrid-Course

Additionally, you will be going on a short hike to a nearby outdoor shooting range located on site.  Please do not bring any firearms.  Guns and ammunition will be provided. 

Dress appropriately for the weather.  The class is in a metal building and if the weather is hot/cold it will be warm/cool in the building.  I suggest dressing in layers.  The shooting range may also be warm/cool/muddy, so wear appropriate shoes/jackets.

Date Information: Saturday, September 20th at 7:30am
Cost Information: $5/$6
Age Rqmt: 11 and up
Location: City Maintenance Shop (1536 E. 4th)
Contact: Tongie Rec Commission - 913-845-3502 - tongierec@sunflower.com

All Ages BINGO REGISTER

Come to the Recreation Activity center for All Ages Bingo! 10 rounds of bingo, prizes for each round, and snacks & drinks provided.

Date: Saturday December 13 | Holly Jolly Bingo

Time: 1 - 3:30 PM

Location: TRC Recreation Center

Fee: $3 per person


Children 14 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Date Information:
Cost Information: $3 per player
Age Rqmt: All ages, 14 or younger accompanied by an adult.
Location: Professional Development Room
Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com

Kids Crochet - Beginner REGISTER

Students will learn how to get started crocheting, chain stitch, and single-crochet stitch. They will also learn how to end a project. Students will learn about different kinds of yarn and hooks.


Upcoming Dates:

Thursday October 9 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM

Saturday November 8 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM

Wednesday December 10 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM


Register 1 week prior to class.

Fee: $15 district/ $18 non-district

Date Information:
Cost Information: $15/$18 (district/non-district)
Age Rqmt: 8-16
Location:
Contact: Tongie Rec Commission - 913-845-3502 - tongierec@sunflower.com

Kids Crochet Plus+ REGISTER

Students will review basic stitches, learn how to change colors, and learn how to double crochet.


Upcoming Dates:

Tuesday September 16 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM

Thursday October 30 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM

Thursday November 20 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM

Saturday December 13 | 9:00 - 10:30 Am


Materials needed: "K" crochet hook, 2 colors of worsted weight yarn (size 4)

*** Please make sure you complete Kids Crochet before registering for this class. ***

Please register 1 week prior to class.

Date Information:
Cost Information: $15/18
Age Rqmt: 8 - 16
Location:
Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com

Kids Crochet - Intermediate REGISTER

Students will learn how to read a pattern and make a hat.


Upcoming dates:

Saturday October 18 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM

Saturday November 15 | 9:00 - 10:30 AM

Monday December 22 | 4:30 - 6:00 PM


Fee: $20 in-district/ $25 non-district

Materials needed to bring with you: "J" hook, 2 colors of worsted weight yarn (size 4)

Date Information:
Cost Information: $20/$25
Age Rqmt: 8-16
Location:
Contact: Jennifer Feeney - 913-845-3502 - jennifer-trc@sunflower.com