PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
Programs & Activities for All
At the North Peninsula Recreation Service Area, we offer a wide variety of programs designed for individuals and families. From fitness classes to youth sports, our programs are tailored to promote physical activity, personal development and community involvement. Check out our full list of available programs for every age and interest!
Learn to Swim Group Session #1
Dates: April 7-April 23
Service Area Member Registration :
February 23, 2026
Non-Service Area Registration:
March 16, 2026
Time:
3:00-3:45pm - Beginners
4:00-4:45pm - Beginners
6:15-7:00pm - Beginners & Advanced Beginners
Cost:
$50 for Service Area Members
$55 for Non-Service Area Members
Each class meets Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday for 9 total classes.
Private/Semi-Private Lessons
Dates: March 24-April 2
Service Area Member Registration :
February 23, 2026
Non-Service Area Registration:
March 16, 2026
Available Times:
3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, & 6:15pm
Cost:
$75 for Semi-Private Lessons
$150 for Private Lessons
Pre-School Aquatic Play
Dates:
March 20, 2026
March 27, 2026
April 17, 2026
April 24, 2026
Walk-In Registration Welcome
Times:
10:00-11:00am
Cost:
$2 per Class
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Tiny Tots
Dates:
Session 1 March 24-April 2
Session 2 April 7-April 16
Session 3 April 21-April 30
Service Area Member Registration : February 23, 2026
Non-Service Area Registration: March 16, 2026
Available Times:
2:00-2:30 pm
Cost:
$25 per Session
Youth Indoor Soccer
Season: March 16-May 8, 2026
Registration Deadline: February 13
Grades: 4 years old-5th Grade
Cost:
Service Area Members $50
Non-Service Area Members $60
Coaches Needed
Give us a call at 907-776-8800.
Nikiski Youth Track Meet
Season: Friday May 8, 2026
Registration Deadline: April 17, 2026
Grades: 1st-6th Grade Boys & Girls
Volunteers Needed
Give us a call at 907-776-8800.
Mini & Me: Tiny Explorers
Dates:
March 19, 2026: Earthy Explorers
March 26, 2026: Slimy Science
April 2, 2026 Splashy Creatures
April 9, 2026: Treasure Hunters
Days: Thursdays
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Ages: 2-5
Cost: $3 per Class
Calling all little adventurers and their grown-ups! It’s time to explore, create, and play together at Mini and Me: Tiny Explorers starting March 17th at the Nikiski Recreation Center! Happening every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 to 11 AM. This 4 part program is created for kids ages 2 to 5! Join us as we dance, read stories, make art, and have a yummy snack. Each week will have a new theme such as: Earthy Explorers, Slimy Scientists, Splashy Creators, and Treasure Hunters! Mini and Me is designed to encourage parents to play with their children in a messy, fun-filled way, so come dressed to get creative!
Master Chef Jr.
Dates:
March 7, 2026 Falafel w/ Cucumber Dill Dip
April 4, 2026 Four Flavors of Bourekas
May 2, 2026 Breakfast Shakshukas
Registration Begins: January
Days: Saturday
Time: 1:30-3:00pm
Ages: 3rd-5th Grade
Cost: $5/class
Calling all young foodies in 3rd to 5th grade — it’s time to put on your aprons for Master Chef Jr at the Nikiski Community Recreation Center! Join us from 1:30 to 3 PM on the first Saturday of each month for international cooking advenFoods Around the World. On March 7 we are making Falafels with Creamy Cucumber Dill Dip; followed by April 4th, Four Flavors of Bourekas, and on May 2nd we will be making Breakfast Shakshuka. You don't want to miss out, this is going to be amazing.
Top Notch Chef
Dates:
February 21, 2026: Pineapple Upside Down Cake
March 21, 2026: Chicken & Cheese Quesadilla
April 18, 2026: Traditional Meatloaf
May 16, 2026: Cake Pops
Registration Begins: January
Days: Saturday
Time: 1:30-3:00pm
Ages: 6th-8th Grade
Cost: $5/class
Top Notch chefs is designed to introduce teens to a world of flavor. For the next nine months, we will feature a new flavor once a month that will be sure to question ones tastebuds. Flavors such as robust, savory, salty, sweet, tender, and pungent are just a few that we will explore. Starting in September, we will feature one of the following: an appetizer, an entree, or a dessert and focus on how to combine different spices to create the taste we are going for. Join us on the third Saturday of each month starting in September.
Adult Art Night
Dates:
February 27, 2026 Pour Painting
March 27, 2026 Easter Draw & Watercolor Painting
April 24, 2026 DecoupageTerracotta Pots
May 22, 2026 Cricut Design Signs
Registration Begins: January
Days: Friday
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Ages: 16 & Up
Cost: $15 per Class
Get inspired and get creative at the Nikiski Recreation Center—every 4th Friday of the month starting in September, from 6 to 8 PM, Sept-May. Join us for fun, hands-on art classes where you'll explore acrylic painting, watercolor magic, decoupage design, rub-on transfers, fluid painting, stain glass, and Cricut design. Each session features a new technique and texture. This class is perfect for beginners or seasoned artists ages 16 and up! All supplies included—just bring your imagination.
Spin Class
Dates: Every Tuesday & Saturday
Registration Begins: On-Going
Time: 10:00-11:00am
Age: All Ages
Cost: $8/Class
Aqua Fit
Dates: On-Going
Classes Every Tuesday
Time: 6:15-7:15pm
Age: All Ages
Cost: $8/Class
Circuit Training
Date: On-Going
Classes Every Thursday
Time: 6:00-7:00pm
Age: 18 & Up
Cost: $8/Class
Winter Fest
Date: Janurary 18, 2025
Join the North Peninsula Recreational Service Area January 18th from 1-5 at the Jason Peterson Memorial Rink for a magical snowy celebration of the season!
At WinterFest, adventurers can experience the thrill of our Scavenger hunt, As you snowshoe or ski through trails in our frosty wilderness, keep your eyes peeled for mysterious tracks and hidden clues that hint at the presence of our legendary creature.
Activities include; family skate, snow field games, scavenger hunt, alumni hockey game, bonfire, hot dogs and S'mores! Fun for all, so dress for the snow and ice, come on out for the WinterFest!
Easter EGGstravaganza
Date: March 28, 2026
Time: 10:00-4:00pm
Hop on over to the Easter EGGstravaganza at the Nikiski Community Recreation Center! It's a fun-filled opportunity for the whole family on March 28th from 10 AM to 4 PM. Our Easter egg hunt is for kids ages 0 to 10, with plenty of eggs and surprises to find! In our craft room, kids and adults can create their own pop-up Easter bunny surprise. Plus, they can decorate a yummy Easter cookie with the most delicious frosting. If that is not enough, this year we will have a petting zoo where you will have the opportunity to feed rabbits, lambs, or goats. So, get ready and don't miss out, come on out to the Nikiski Community Recreation Center!! We can't wait to see you there.
Easter Egg Hunt Times:
0-2 Years Old 10:15am
3-4 Years Old 10:35am
5-6 Years Old 10:55am
7-8 Years Old 11:15am
9-10 Years Old 11:35am
Family Fun In The Midnight Sun
Date: June 20, 2026
Vendor Booth Registration Begins: March
Seasonal festivals, community celebrations and club gatherings.