Let's Have FunYouth ProgrammingDakota Community Centre offers a wide variety of active programs for kids of all ages.Sports + ActivitiesLearn MoreCampsLearn MoreNursery ProgramLearn MoreSports & ActivitiesFind Your FunLearn more about the different programs offered through Dakota CC and the community.Little LazersLazers Hockey ClubSoccer ProgramsCommunity ProgramsLittle LazersPlay Games & Build SkillsWhere Fun & Fitness Collide Lil', Mini & JuniorVariety of exciting youth programs for children ages 2-8A multi-option sports program that offers children an exciting journey into the world of sports! Learn MoreLazers Hockey ClubImprove your fundamental hockey skills with Hockey Programs, enjoy time on the ice at our Hockey Camps, or boost player development in Youth Hockey League.ProgramsView Hockey ProgramsCampsView Hockey CampsLeaguesView Hockey Leagues Learn MoreSoccer ProgramsDakota's Outdoor Mini Soccer program is organized for kids to learn through games, activities & repetition. Tons of Fun 45 minutes of skills, fun & games scheduled once or twice per week depending on ages of players.Outdoor Mini SoccerGet Active Outdoors Learn MoreCommunity ProgramsWe’ve put together useful information for various sports leagues being offered in the Dakota Community Centre catchment.Click to find more information on Hockey, Basketball, Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Ringette, & Karate programs in our community. Please Note: These programs are not directly run by Dakota Community Centre and our staff will not have further information. Learn MoreSports, Activities & Camps.Featured ProgramsFind the best of what Dakota Community Centre has to offer.Lil' Soccer A2-3 Year OldsYouth 8 Weeks 5:00-5:50PMMondaysTiny feet, big dreams… Start them off on the right foot! Children will be introduced to fundamental movement skills, exploring body awareness and coordination, and soccer activities with a focus on learning and fun. Parent involvement is encouraged!Ages: 2-3 Location: Sportsplex Gym Cost: $75Basketball CampYouth July 20 - 24, 2026 8:00AM - 5:00PMDailyFocuses on teaching the fundamental skills of basketball in a fun, structured, and age-appropriate setting. Each day includes skill development stations, drills, and games that focus on dribbling, passing, shooting, movement, and teamwork. Children build confidence with the ball while learning the rules of the game and how to play cooperatively with others. This camp is suitable for beginners and those with some experience who want to improve their skills while staying active and engaged.Ages: 6-8 Location: Fieldhouse Cost: $255U9 Skills & Scrimmage (Spring '26)U9Youth April 7 - May 26, 2026 6:00pmTuesdaysThe popular 3-on-3 Skills and Scrimmage program is back this spring! Registered players will be divided into three teams. *All teams skate at the same time each week*. Games are played cross-ice in 20-minute intervals. While two teams compete, the third team works on skill development at the other end of the rink. Teams will rotate every 20 minutes giving players 20 minutes of skill development and 40 minutes of game play.Ages: 7-9 Location: North Rink Cost: $265Mini Soccer 4-5 Year OldsYouth 8 Weeks 5:00-5:50pmWednesdaysLove to learn and play! Part of each class will engage children in introductory and age-appropriate fundamental movement activities, soccer “drills,” and fun, active games to develop agility, coordination, and balance, and to introduce basic soccer skills. Part of each class will provide soccer game play in various formats, where kids will have the opportunity to put what they are learning into practice. Focus will be on learning and fun!Ages: 4-5 Location: Sportsplex Gym Cost: $75Active Explorer CampYouth August 24-28, 2026 8:00AM - 5:00PMDailyDesigned for younger children who love to move and try new activities. Each day includes a mix of structured games, introductory sports, and group challenges that focus on running, jumping, throwing, catching, and cooperative play. Children learn how to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and build confidence through movement in a supportive and supervised environment. This camp is ideal for kids who enjoy staying active while developing physical literacy, social skills, and a positive attitude toward sport and recreation.Ages: 6-8 Location: Fieldhouse Cost: $255Outdoor Mini Soccer: Age 2-4Youth May - June, 2026 6:00PMTuesdaysOnce a week games will include practicing/learning skills and fun mini games. This session is for birth years 2022-2023. Ages: 2-4 Location: Fields within DCC Catchment Cost: $90Have a question? check these answers. Does DCC run the community programs?Dakota Community Centre works to support community sport organizations but registration and information is done within each association. Our staff does not have further information regarding these sports. Please reach out to each organization as needed. How old does my child need to be to attend Dakota Youth Programs?Dakota CC offers many opportunities for sports from Little Lazers as young as 2, to our Hockey Programs up to U18. Ages are posted within each program description. When does Mini Soccer registration open?Registration for Outdoor Mini Soccer opens in spring and closes on March 31st.Please note: late registrations are not accepted to allow for team building and scheduling. What kids sports and programs do you offer?Dakota runs the following programs:Little LazersMulti-SportBasketballSoccerTumblingHockeyCampsDevelopment Programs4v4 Summer LeagueOutdoor Mini SoccerIf you're looking for other sport associations for the area, please visit our Community Programs page.Ask Us a QuestionOur 24/7 chat feature can help you find what you're looking for.Launch ChatNeed more assistance? Call our Youth Program Coordinator Jordan McGonigal at 204-254-1010 or email jordanm@dakotacc.com
Lil' Soccer A2-3 Year OldsYouth 8 Weeks 5:00-5:50PMMondaysTiny feet, big dreams… Start them off on the right foot! Children will be introduced to fundamental movement skills, exploring body awareness and coordination, and soccer activities with a focus on learning and fun. Parent involvement is encouraged!Ages: 2-3 Location: Sportsplex Gym Cost: $75
Basketball CampYouth July 20 - 24, 2026 8:00AM - 5:00PMDailyFocuses on teaching the fundamental skills of basketball in a fun, structured, and age-appropriate setting. Each day includes skill development stations, drills, and games that focus on dribbling, passing, shooting, movement, and teamwork. Children build confidence with the ball while learning the rules of the game and how to play cooperatively with others. This camp is suitable for beginners and those with some experience who want to improve their skills while staying active and engaged.Ages: 6-8 Location: Fieldhouse Cost: $255
U9 Skills & Scrimmage (Spring '26)U9Youth April 7 - May 26, 2026 6:00pmTuesdaysThe popular 3-on-3 Skills and Scrimmage program is back this spring! Registered players will be divided into three teams. *All teams skate at the same time each week*. Games are played cross-ice in 20-minute intervals. While two teams compete, the third team works on skill development at the other end of the rink. Teams will rotate every 20 minutes giving players 20 minutes of skill development and 40 minutes of game play.Ages: 7-9 Location: North Rink Cost: $265
Mini Soccer 4-5 Year OldsYouth 8 Weeks 5:00-5:50pmWednesdaysLove to learn and play! Part of each class will engage children in introductory and age-appropriate fundamental movement activities, soccer “drills,” and fun, active games to develop agility, coordination, and balance, and to introduce basic soccer skills. Part of each class will provide soccer game play in various formats, where kids will have the opportunity to put what they are learning into practice. Focus will be on learning and fun!Ages: 4-5 Location: Sportsplex Gym Cost: $75
Active Explorer CampYouth August 24-28, 2026 8:00AM - 5:00PMDailyDesigned for younger children who love to move and try new activities. Each day includes a mix of structured games, introductory sports, and group challenges that focus on running, jumping, throwing, catching, and cooperative play. Children learn how to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and build confidence through movement in a supportive and supervised environment. This camp is ideal for kids who enjoy staying active while developing physical literacy, social skills, and a positive attitude toward sport and recreation.Ages: 6-8 Location: Fieldhouse Cost: $255
Outdoor Mini Soccer: Age 2-4Youth May - June, 2026 6:00PMTuesdaysOnce a week games will include practicing/learning skills and fun mini games. This session is for birth years 2022-2023. Ages: 2-4 Location: Fields within DCC Catchment Cost: $90