Kickball League
Join our Adult Kickball League! All skill levels welcome. Kickball is played with an inflated rubber ball on a softball diamond. Rules resemble those of baseball/softball with the exception that the ball is kicked rather than struck with a bat.
QUESTIONS: Please call Wilson McLaughlin at 701-456-2074 or email [email protected]
*All sponsor and player fees MUST BE PAID IN FULL when team registration is submitted or it will not be accepted. It is the team manager’s responsibility to collect all fees ahead of time and submit as one team registration.
LEAGUE REGISTRATION/INFORMATION
SCHEDULES/STANDINGS
LEAGUE TOURNAMENT
- Sept 8-Oct 20
- Sun
- Gress Softball Complex
Volleyball League – Fall
BUMP up your energy level with participation in the sport of volleyball. Players interested in forming a team must obtain and submit completed registration packet information by the registration deadline.
QUESTIONS: Please call Wilson McLaughlin at 701-456-2074 or email [email protected]
*All sponsor and player fees MUST BE PAID IN FULL when team registration is submitted or it will not be accepted. It is the team manager’s responsibility to collect all fees ahead of time and submit as one team registration.
LEAGUE REGISTRATION/INFORMATION
SCHEDULES/STANDINGS
- W1-Women's Volleyball Classic | Standings
- W2-Women's Volleyball Olympic | Standings
- W3-Women's Volleyball Century | Standings
- W4-Women's Volleyball Roughrider | Standings
- W5-Women's Volleyball Sportsman | Standings
- W6-Women's Volleyball Recreation | Standings
- C1-COED Volleyball Classic | Standings
- C2-COED Volleyball Olympic | Standings
- C3-COED Volleyball Century | Standings
- C4-COED Volleyball Roughrider | Standings
- C5-COED Volleyball Recreation | Standings
- Sept 4-Nov 18
- August 14
- $45
Sand Volleyball League
Competitive league play in a recreational setting! Participation in this league is a great way to enjoy some outdoor interaction with your peers on a beautiful summer evening.
LEAGUE INFORMATION
- League Info & Rules 2024
- All sponsor and player fees MUST BE PAID IN FULL when team registration is submitted or it will not be accepted. It is the team manager’s responsibility to collect all fees ahead of time and submit as one team registration.
- NEW in 2024 - League is open to ages 15+. Parental consent must be provided for ages 15-17.
- C1-COED Classic League | Standings
- C2-COED Recreation League | Standings
- W1-Womens Classic League | Standings
- W2-Womens Olympic League | Standings
- W3-Womens Recreation League | Standings
- May 21-Aug 1
- May 23-July 25
- $45
Golf Programs
Dickinson Parks & Recreation organizes youth and adult golf programs offered at Heart River Golf Course. For more information on leagues and lessons, please visit https://heartrivergolfcourse.com/.
- HRGC
Softball League
Welcome to the 2025 Softball Season!
UMPIRES NEEDED: If you are interested in umpiring please contact Wilson prior to the registration meeting! All umpires are required to be USA Softball sanctioned and wear USA Softball uniform apparel. We will provide training and registration of all umpires.
SEASON INFORMATION
Division: Men, Women & Coed Team Registration Meeting: March 9 - 6:30 pm *MANDATORY team manager attendance--MUST bring sponsor fee to this meeting. Season Dates: May 12-August 4, 2025 Night of Play: Men – Tuesday or Thursday | Women – Monday | Coed – Wednesday OTHER LEAGUE INFORMATION AGE: Players MUST BE AGE 17 by their 2025 birthday. Players age 16 or 17 MUST HAVE written parental consent (parent must sign on backside of USA Roster and on the signature line of the DPR Roster). DESCRIPTION: This is a USA Softball sanctioned league with USA Softball sanctioned umpires. This league will follow USA Softball rules — allowing for a competitive atmosphere — yet with local league rule adaptations allowing for a more recreational playing environment. Click here for list of Non-Approved BatsUMPIRES NEEDED: If you are interested in umpiring please contact Wilson prior to the registration meeting! All umpires are required to be USA Softball sanctioned and wear USA Softball uniform apparel. We will provide training and registration of all umpires.
SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS
- Miller Lite Softball Tournament, July 12-13, 2025
- Men's Rec 4 West State Softball Tournament, August 16-17, 2025
- Last Chance Softball Tournament, August 23, 2025
- May 12-Aug 4
- April 10
- Monday
Lifeguard Certification Courses
We will be conducting Lifeguard Certification, Re-Certification, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Courses on an as-needed basis. There will typically be one every month or every other month. If you would like to inquire about becoming a lifeguard or taking the courses please contact the Aquatics Facility Supervisor at 701-456-2074. See upcoming courses below.
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. 2025 DATES: *Deadline is 10:00 am on the first day of scheduled course.- March 7 (pre-test), March 14-16 (course)
- April 25 (pre-test), May 2-4 (course)
- May 9 (pre-test), May 16-18 (course)
- June 13 (pre-test), June 20-22 (course)
- August 15 (pre-test), August 22-24 (course)
- October 17 (pre-test), October 24-26 (course)
- Must be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of course.
- Complete a Swim-Treat-Swim Sequence
- Jump into the deep water from the side, totally submerge, recover to the surface and swim 150 yards.
- After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water without support for 2 minutes by treading
- After maintaining position at the surface for 2 minutes, swim 50 more yards.
- Complete a times event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
- Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.
- Surface dive, feet first or head-first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
- Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so you are able to get a breath. Candidates should not swim the distance underwater. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
Notes for the Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence:
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- While swimming, you must swim continuously, keeping your face in the water AND demonstrating good breath control.
- You may use the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted.
- Swim goggles are allowed
- While treading:
- You can only use your legs.
- Place your hands under your armpits.
- Your head must remain above the surface of the water.
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WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTION COURSE (WSI)
The purpose of this instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach courses and presentations in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program including Parent and Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn-to-Swim, Adult Swim, Private Lessons, Water Safety Courses (including Safety Training for Swim Coaches) and Water Safety Presentations. 2025 DATES:- February 15-23
- April 12-27
- May 24-June 1
- July 19-27
- November 8-16
- Be at least 16 years old on or before the last day of the Instructor Course
- Demonstrate the ability to perform the following swimming skills: Swim the following strokes consistent with the American Red Cross Level 4 standards – Front Crawl – 25 yards; Back Crawl – 25 yards; Breaststroke – 25 yards; Elementary Backstroke – 25 yards; Sidestroke – 25 yards; Butterfly – 15 yards
- Maintain position on back for 1 minute in deep water (floating or sculling)
- Tread water for 1 minute
LIFEGUARD RE-CERTIFICATION COURSE
This course is designed to update your skills while also extending your certification for another two years. There are also courses for those whose certifications are still valid (or within 30 days of expiration) which allow them to continue working without having a lapse in certification. CHOOSE YOUR DATE: Mar 8, Apr 26, May 10, Jun 14, Aug 16, Oct 18 TIME: 9:00 am-5:00 pm COST: $150.00 REGISTRATION: Call 701-456-2074 for more information.LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
The Lifeguard Instructor Course trains instructor candidates how to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, and Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, along with other optional modules. DATE: No dates currently scheduled TIMES: Friday 4-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 8 am-8 pm COST: $250 (reimbursement will be offered to those hired with WRCC) CERTIFICATION: American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED with Waterpark Lifeguarding Module REGISTRATION: Register Online or call 701-456-2074 for more information. PREREQUISITES:-
- Must be at least 17 years old.
- Possess a current American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
- Complete the online Lifeguard Instructor course through the ARC learning center before the first day of class. An email will be sent with instructions after registration.
- Pass two rescue skill scenarios that test lifeguarding and CPR (on the first day of class)
- 15+
- WRCC
Facility Orientation Class
The purpose of this 30-minute course is to provide direction in safety, technique, and gym etiquette to youth members, along with anyone interested in learning more about the fitness equipment. Participants will learn how to properly use our cardio and strength machines and equipment from one of our certified personal trainers. Youth ages 12-13 will be able to use the fitness equipment without parental supervision after the successful completion of this class.
For more information on fitness equipment and personal trainers, please visit westrivercommunitycenter.com
2025 Dates
- March 19
- May 21
- 4:00 – 4:30 pm
- 12+
- $10
Golf Simulator League
Enjoy the Indoor Golf Simulator at the West River Community Center (WRCC), while keeping your golf swing in shape all year long by participating in this recreational league. 2-person teams compete in friendly match play golf competition. Returning teams have priority over new teams. Players interested in forming a team must obtain and submit a completed registration form by the registration deadline. Limited team space available!
REGISTRATION MATERIALS TBA
Questions? Please email or call Andrew at 701-456-2074.
- Jan 9-Feb 27
- Dec 18
- 18+
Men’s Basketball League
Welcome to the 2024-2025 Season! Dickinson Parks & Recreation offers a competitive full-court 5×5 league for men's and old pro divisions. Players interested in forming a team must obtain and submit completed registration packet information by the registration deadline.
NEW IN 2024! The Women’s Basketball League will now be played in a 3x3 format! View more info here.
REGISTRATION MATERIALS
MEN'S SCHEDULES
QUESTIONS? Contact Wilson McLaughlin, Recreation Supervisor at 701-456-2074 or email [email protected].
OLD PRO LEAGUE
Attention Players Age 32+! You are also eligible to play in our Old Pro Basketball League on Monday nights. The Old Pro League is a competitive league play in full-court 5×5 basketball for players age 32+. Teams are determined by a draft of all registered players. REGISTRATION: REGISTER ONLINE or call Dickinson Parks & Recreation office at 701-456-2074 to have your name added to the Old Pro Draft list. Players must also pay the registration fee at that time. OLD PRO SCHEDULE/STANDINGSQUESTIONS? Contact Wilson McLaughlin, Recreation Supervisor at 701-456-2074 or email [email protected].
- Dec 2-Mar 20
- 18+
- Nov 6
Curling League (Summer/Fall)
Grab your friends and form your teams to compete in this competitive fun-filled league. Two seasons are offered, late Summer to Fall and Winter. Get your registration in early – max of 16 teams!
FALL LEAGUE INFORMATION:
Questions? Contact Wilson at 701-456-2074 or email [email protected].
- July 30-Oct 1
- 18+
- Tuesday