Take your Minecraft skills to the next level with Minecraft Engineering Challenge, the ultimate STEM-powered sequel for fans of the game! Students will dive into the world of Redstone to design circuits, build logic gates, and optimize resource pipelines while sharpening problem-solving and systems thinking skills. (Entering 3rd-9th Grade)

Step into the arena with Build & Battle Robotics (LEGO Edition), where creativity meets competition! Working in small teams, students will use LEGO robotics kits to design and build their own battling machines—whether it’s a powerful pusher, a clever wedge, or a spinning striker. Along the way, they’ll learn the engineering behind gearing, traction, and armor as they tweak and improve their designs. (Entering 3rd-9th Grade)

Sew Creative Camp is a hands-on summer program for 4th–8th graders where students learn how to sew, upcycle clothing, and design their own pieces. Instead of just consuming fashion…they learn how to make it.

Private Lessons at UHS coordinated by David Breese

Camp is intended for all high school players who will be going out for Urbandale Football in 2026. Individual, group and team concepts will be taught on the foundation of our offensive and defensive schemes. Offense, defense and special teams' installation will be implemented for the season during this camp.

Camp is intended for all middle school players who will be going out for Urbandale Middle School Volleyball in 2026.  Individual, group and team concepts will be taught with a focus on fundamentals and advanced skill technique. (For students entering grades 7th – 8th).

This camp provides basic technique and fundamentals for all offensive and defensive positions. Campers will be instructed on the base offensive and defensive schemes and assignments used at Urbandale. (For students entering grades 7th – 8th). Coach: Steve Dillon – Head 8th Grade Football Coach

Camp is intended for all high school players who will be going out for Urbandale Volleyball in 2026.  Individual, group and team concepts will be taught with a focus on fundamentals and advanced skill technique. (For students entering grades 9th – 12th).

An opportunity for incoming 6th, 7th and 8th grade Urbandale band students to help them start getting back in shape for band. Students will have full group rehearsal time, small group sectionals, and will learn about instrument care and maintenance.

The goal for this camp is to provide basic technique and fundamentals for all offensive and defensive positions. In addition, individual, group and team concepts will be taught on the foundation of our offensive and defensive schemes. (For students entering grades 4th – 6th)

This camp is intended for all 6th - 8th grade students who have interest in trying out Urbandale cheerleading. Individual, group and team concepts will be taught with a focus on fundamentals and advanced skill technique. Skills that will be taught include: jumps, cheers, dancing basics, and stunting.

An opportunity for incoming 6th, 7th/8th and 9th grade students to prepare for the 2026 OPUS audition selections, and audition materials. Students will be provided audition materials to work with to help them prepare for the Fall 2026 Opus Honor Choir Auditions. This will help students get ahead and allow them information to practice on their own prior to the start of school.

Private Lessons coordinated by Bethany Schultz

Private Lessons at UHS coordinated by Katie Barnhart

Sew Creative Camp is a hands-on summer program for 4th–8th graders where students learn how to sew, upcycle clothing, and design their own pieces. Instead of just consuming fashion…they learn how to make it.

Boot Camp classes will consist of varied intensity, full body workouts focused on functional movements, interval training and aimed at increasing overall strength and conditioning levels.

DASH Sports Summer Multi-Sport camp includes fun skills training and games in three sports: Soccer, Flag Football, and Baseball. Key sports skills will be taught and practiced in all 3 sports so athletes will come out of camp with a great understanding of key skill components and gameplay of each sport. Camp ends with games/scrimmages the final day for each sport, where athletes can showcase their skills. (For ages 6-12).

DASH Sports Summer Track & Field camps provide participants with practice in several areas including: sprinting, throwing (javelin and shot put), relay running, long jumping and distance running. Emphasis is on technique and proper form. All players will be timed/tested on the first and last day. Camp consists of many different types of physical activities, drills, and games, all tailored specifically to enhance overall track and field performance. (For ages 6-12).

The goal of Team J-Hawk Flag Football is to stress having fun as a group, to encourage physical fitness, and to teach players the rules and fundamental skills of football. Sportsmanship and teamwork are emphasized. League rules require that every player must have a starting position and must participate in at least 50% of the game.

J-Hawk Skills Basketball Camps are a great way to introduce your young athletes to the sport of basketball. These sessions will foster the fundamentals of the game, physical fitness, gross motor skills, and the importance of team play. In this fun-filled, positive and encouraging environment the participants will work on individual skill development and compete within their age groups in various skill competitions (dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense).

Looking for a fun way to stay active and improve your basketball skills during the offseason? Sign up for an Iowa Wolves Youth Basketball Clinic! (For ages 6-14).

Formed in 2016, the Urbandale Club Basketball Program is open to boys in grades 4th-8th.

Formed in 2016, the Urbandale Club Basketball Program is open to girls in grades 4th-8th.

Crafting Your Death Plan is a course that encourages individuals to think openly and honestly about what their wishes would be at their death. It's an invitation to not only accept, but plan for our mortality. Each participant receives a working document that covers everything from sensory details and final disposition options to financial accounts and possession allocations. Participants will leave with all that they need to complete a full death plan for themselves. (For ages 16+)

The competition camp is focused on game play. Players will be divided into teams that will compete against one another. This camp will help give players game experience.

UNLOCK YOUR STUDENTS POTENTIAL with ZAPS Focused Test Prep. Doorway to College's most popular offering is now even better as Doorway Strategy Bootcamp! Urbandale Community Education is partnering with us to bring ZAPS ACT Test Prep to your student! More than 84% of students increased their ACT score thanks to Doorway to College Foundation and ZAPS Focused Test Prep. Sign up today!

Boot Camp classes will consist of varied intensity, full body workouts focused on functional movements, interval training and aimed at increasing overall strength and conditioning levels.

Karen Acres Intersession: A Week of Classic Children's Stories will take place October 12-16, 2026.

30th Annual Homecoming J-Hawk Mile. Race is open to runners (Boys / Girls) in Grades K - 6th and Ages 2-5 years old (Tot Trot).

Karen Acres Intersession: Circus Spectacular will take place October 19-23, 2026. Step right up for an unforgettable adventure! During this week, students will learn exciting circus skills such as juggling, balancing, and creative movement while building confidence and teamwork. Throughout the week, students will practice their new talents, work together to create acts, and showcase their skills in their very own talent show.

Looking for a fun way to stay active and improve your basketball skills during the offseason? Sign up for an Iowa Wolves Youth Basketball Clinic! (For ages 6-14).

In this lecture/demonstration and hands on class, you can learn to play piano using chords. Included is an online book and follow-up video lessons, a recording of the class, and an optional Q and A.

In this lecture/demonstration and hands on class, you can learn to play guitar using chords. Included is an online book and follow-up video lessons, a recording of the class, and an optional Q and A.

Boot Camp classes will consist of varied intensity, full body workouts focused on functional movements, interval training and aimed at increasing overall strength and conditioning levels.

In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the ukulele to give you years of musical enjoyment and you won’t have to take private lessons to do this. This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away.

Karen Acres Intersession: Native Americans in Iowa will take place November 23-24, 2026. For this intersession, we will explore a variety of Native American tribes from Iowa. We will do work with animals, maps and historical information. We will also have a focus on the Meskwaki Tribe, native to Iowa. We will engage in beadwork from this tribe, learn about the Three Sisters (Corn, Beans and Squash) and try some recipes with these foods, and learn about what the Meskwaki tribe does now!

Boot Camp classes will consist of varied intensity, full body workouts focused on functional movements, interval training and aimed at increasing overall strength and conditioning levels.

Karen Acres Intersession: Podcast Week will take place March 8-11, 2027. Have you ever considered being a Youtuber or podcaster? This week we will learn the basics of creating an episode. Students will be in groups and will learn about researching, writing, directing, recording, editing, and advertising a podcast. By the end of the week we will have a LIVE podcast with each group's episode published for sharing!

Looking for a fun way to stay active and improve your basketball skills during the offseason? Sign up for an Iowa Wolves Youth Basketball Clinic! (For ages 6-14).

Looking for a fun way to stay active and improve your basketball skills during the offseason? Sign up for an Iowa Wolves Youth Basketball Clinic! (For ages 6-14).

Karen Acres Intersession: Field Day Designers will take place May 3-7, 2027. Students will work together to help create field day activities. Students will design and play a variety of games that focus on working together.

Looking for a fun way to stay active and improve your basketball skills during the offseason? Sign up for an Iowa Wolves Youth Basketball Clinic! (For ages 6-14).