Swim Lesson Registration is open online or in person at the Rec Center for all sessions. Offerings/sessions can be viewed online at newulmmn.org The next session begins February 15.

Recreational Swim Club offers swimmers the opportunity to build muscle, speed, strength and improve endurance while swimming in a fun and safe environment! The club focuses on teaching stroke refinement and training swimmers in a team setting. Swim Club meets Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5 p.m. The next session starts March 1. Participants must be at least 8 years old and have completed Level 4 swim lessons. Register online or in person at the Rec Center.

Adult Swim Lessons will be offered Wednesdays March 16 through April 20 from 6:15-7:15 p.m. The class is set up to meet the needs of its participants and will progress accordingly. Register at the Rec Center or online.

Memorial/Gift Giving Ideas -purchase paver stone(s) with inscription(s), in the walkways near Hermann Monument and/or German Park for $200 each, contact Park & Rec at 359-8344. Park or trail benches range in price from $1,500 to $3,500 each, call 359-8344.

Facility Open/activity Hours:

Rec Center: Normal hours are Monday through Friday 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Daily admission fees are $7 for youth (4-11) and seniors (55+), $9 general admission (12-54) and $3 for playground or walking track only. (There may be short track due to programs and rentals on the courts) There is no open gym Wednesday nights after 7 p.m. until volleyball league is over (late March). Clean shoes only, benches are provided in the lobby and lockers are available for day use in the locker rooms, must provide own lock. We offer several membership options, including discounted punch cards that work well for families; inquire at the welcome desk.

24/7 Fitness Center access available to annual members by purchasing a key fob for $26 and annual service fee of $28! Access must be set up Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Indoor Playground open during Rec Center hours. Shoes must be removed and socks are required and available for purchase $2 per pair.

Open Swim hours: Monday and Wednesday 4-6:30 p.m. (partial pool only), Friday 4-8 p.m. (full pool), Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (full pool).

Current Lap Swim hours are listed on our website at newulmmn.gov under Park and Rec “Schedules”

Adult Basketball Open Gym Tuesdays 5:30 to 7:30 a.m. and Saturdays 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Pickleball Monday through Friday 12:30-2:30 p.m. and Saturdays 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Civic Center open activities

Open skating and open hockey are posted on our website. Check website for current dates/times.

Rock on Ice – Fridays 7-9 p.m. for ages 12-19. Admission is $5.50 or punch card required.

Broomball – Wednesday 6:30-8 p.m. Daily admission or membership applies. Equipment available. Broomball shoes are required to play.

Adult Open Hockey – Wednesdays 8-9 p.m.

Skate rentals are available for $3.00

Harman Park Warming House open Monday through Thursday 1-9 p.m., Fridays 4:30-9 p.m. Saturday 1-9 p.m. and Sundays 1-5 p.m. Limited skate rentals available Friday through Sunday when the facility is staffed.

The Community Center is open for activities! Please call 354-3212 or email castnu@newulmtel.net with questions. To order meals for shut ins, takeout and in person congregate dining, call 359-2243.

Email List – review Park and Recreation Commissioner discussion items by subscribing to the meetings through E-Updates. To subscribe, simply go to https://cityofnewulm.civicweb.net/Portal/Subscribe.aspx and check the box next to Park and Recreation Commission, enter email and complete verification code. Notifications are emailed directly as updates are made.

We will continue to communicate with the Public via Facebook, The Journal and KNUJ.