For Davis County residents living in or near Kaysville, you won’t have to go far to find some fun this summer. 

Parents looking to involve their kids in activities from now until school starts again in mid-August have plenty of choices. Sports and recreation classes and camps have begun and go through the beginning of August. 

Summer Super Sport

Think of this as summer PE for elementary school-aged children, first through sixth grades. The Summer Super Sport sessions go over two nonconsecutive weeks, Tuesday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gailey Park, 200 South 300 West in Kaysville. The first session runs July 16 – 18, while the second series of classes go from July 30 – Aug. 1.

Summer Super Sport features an array of games that fit all skill levels and interests. The games will help to get your kids moving and staying fit over the summer, while providing fun and the chance to meet new friends. Make sure you send your child with plenty of water to drink and a sack lunch. 

Residents can sign up for $40, while non-residents have a fee of $45. 

Youth girls lacrosse clinic

Lacrosse continues to grow in popularity in the state and around Davis County. This July 26 – 27, the Davis High School girls lacrosse team will lead a camp for young girls who are interested in developing their skills and having fun learning more about the sport. 

This two-day camp will take place at Barnes Park on Liston Field from 9 to 11 a.m. The cost is $30. The camp is open to girls from kindergarten age through ninth grade (based on this past school year). 

The girls youth lacrosse clinic will focus on teaching skills such as passing, catching, shooting and cradling. The participants will go through several different drills and play friendly scrimmages. Participants will not need to bring any of their own equipment. 

Signups for the clinic begin July 1, so visit Kaysville.gov/827 to secure your child’s spot. You can also call or text Youth Program Director Devin Williams at 801-989-2303 for more information. 

Youth pickleball

Another quickly growing sport, pickleball, appeals to people of all ages. For kids wanting to improve their game, or for young aspiring players, Kaysville Parks and Recreation has summer youth pickleball lessons available this summer. 

Sessions began in June, but July and August classes are coming up too. Lessons will take place at Barnes Park at the pickleball courts. Participants should bring their own paddles, though loaner paddles will be available as well. 

Track and field

Coaches from across the state will come to Kaysville this summer to instruct youth on the basics of track and field. The camp will focus on sprinting, distance running, jumping and throwing. 

The track and field instructions will go over a three-day period for 1 ½ hours each day. All participants will take part in every event area. The camp will not only teach the kids about these events but prepare them to participate in track meets. 

Youth tennis

Kids ages 7-12 can now sign up for summer tennis clinics through Kaysville Parks and Recreation. Two more summer sessions are available, in July and August. 

Sessions will take place in the morning and consist of six one-hour classes. Players can bring their own rackets, but extras will be available for those participants who don’t have their own. The clinic will teach the basic fundamentals of tennis and help kids develop a love for the game. 

Be advised that space is limited, so register now to secure your child’s spot. 

Youth golf

Golf is a sport that people of just about any age can play. And even young boys and girls can get started. 

The Kaysville Parks and Recreation Department is excited to offer youth golf lessons this summer at the Davis Park Golf Course, 1174 Nicholls Road. The clinic aims to teach kids basic golf skills and techniques as well as golf etiquette. Lessons begin in July and are offered for both beginner and advanced levels. 

After each lesson, participants will be allowed to play two rounds on the course. Equipment will be available for kids who don’t have their own clubs. 

Adult tai chi gung

The Kaysville Parks and Rec Center has more than just youth activities this summer. Adults who are looking to improve their health and get fit have some opportunities here too. 

In July and August, tai chi gung classes come to the center, open to adults for $10 per class. In addition to year-round indoor tai chi gung classes at the rec center on Tuesdays, the summer features outdoor classes at Barnes Park near Pavilion 2. The summer classes will take place in July and August on Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Instructor Penni Daun Eads will lead the classes. She has been teaching tai chi gung for 2 ½ years. 

Tai chi gung is a form of moving meditation, designed to connect participants to nature. Others call tai chi gung “simple yoga.” It involves simple standing exercises. This class will focus on figure eights, body twist, the crane and the tai chi swim. More advanced exercises may follow as class members demonstrate proficiency. 

Anyone interested in the July and August classes should contact Eads at [email protected]. 

To learn more about any of these classes and activities this summer, visit www.kaysville.gov. Other activities are open this summer and throughout the year at the rec center and at other locations throughout the city.