More Than Sports: Discover Community Education at Fargo Parks
When you think of Fargo Parks programming, sports might be the first thing that comes to mind. For generations, we’ve been a go-to for volleyball, basketball, softball, baseball and plenty of other ways to get in the game.
But recreation is about more than sports. It’s also about discovering something new, building a skill, getting creative, meeting people and finding new ways to connect with your community.
That’s where Community Education at Fargo Parks comes in.
Our growing lineup of programs gives youth and adults opportunities to explore their interests, develop new skills and connect with others through engaging, hands-on experiences. Programs are centered around five areas: Arts & Culture, Education & STEM, Health & Wellness, Nature & Outdoors, and Social & Play.
At the heart of Community Education is a simple idea: people of all ages should have opportunities to keep learning, growing and trying new things. Guided by Fargo Park District’s values of authenticity, boldness and collaboration, these programs create welcoming spaces to explore interests, build confidence and make meaningful connections.
Find Something New to Explore
Arts & Culture
Get creative and discover new ways to express yourself. Youth programs offer opportunities to explore art, making and cultural experiences, while adult programs provide space to learn techniques, experiment with different mediums and reconnect with creativity.
This Fall & Winter: Art Studio classes and a variety of craft workshops
Explore: Youth Arts & Culture | Adult Arts & Culture
Education & STEM
Curiosity has no age limit. Youth programs turn learning into hands-on experiences through science, technology, building, nature labs and more. Adult programs offer opportunities to develop practical skills, explore personal interests and continue learning throughout life.
This Fall & Winter: LEGO Engineering
Explore: Youth Education & STEM | Adult Education & STEM: Coming Soon
Health & Wellness
Discover tools for feeling your best, inside and out. Programs focus on healthy living, movement and mindfulness. Youth and adult opportunities include experiences that build confidence, encourage active living and support physical, emotional and mental well-being, including new all-gender self-defense classes.
This Fall & Winter: All-Gender Self-Defense classes for youth and adults
Explore: Youth Health & Wellness | Adult Health & Wellness
Nature & Outdoors
Step outside and experience the natural world in a new way. Youth programs encourage exploration, outdoor skill building and environmental awareness. Adult programs provide opportunities to develop outdoor interests and skills through experiences such as birding, fishing, archery and more.
This Fall & Winter: Birding, archery, fly casting and fly tying
Explore: Youth Nature & Outdoors | Adult Nature & Outdoors
Social & Play
Sometimes the best way to build community is simply to have fun together. Youth programs create opportunities for play, friendship and shared experiences through activities, events and day camps. Adult offerings provide welcoming ways to connect, have fun and meet others through shared interests and experiences.
This Fall & Winter: Nerf Wars
Explore: Youth Social & Play | Adult Social & Play: Coming Soon
And There’s More to Come
Community Education at Fargo Parks continues to grow. New classes and experiences are added seasonally across each of our five program categories, so there will always be something new to discover.
Find a category that interests you and keep checking back. Your next favorite class, hobby or experience might be one we haven’t announced yet!
Not seeing a subject you’d like to learn more about? Have an idea for a class you’d love to see at Fargo Parks? We want to hear from you! Email us at info@fargoparks.com and share your ideas for future Community Education programs.
You don’t need to be an expert. You don’t need to know if you’ll be good at it. You just need to be willing to give something new a try. Whether you’re looking for a new experience for your child, something to enjoy yourself or a way to connect with others, Community Education offers more ways to learn, create, explore and grow with Fargo Parks.
Because Fargo Parks is more than sports. It’s a place to discover what’s next.
