Parks and Recreation Links
Three Rivers Park District, in partnership with the City of Bloomington, offers a variety of golf instruction opportunities aimed at new adult (and youth) golfers at Hyland Greens Golf Course, 10100 Normandale Blvd. Visit blm.mn/golf-lessons for more details and to register.
Adult Sports and Leagues
Parks and Recreation offers a wide variety of adult sports leagues and programs throughout the year. The sports are offered at different levels of play; there is a sport for everyone from beginners to serious players. General information including registration is listed below. Click each sport for additional specific details.
League Information and Registration
Teams play a ten week regular season schedule and a single elimination playoff. All games will be officiated by two officials. Games are played five versus five. All participants must be 18 years of age or older.
- Days: Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Regular Season: December 2, 2022 - March 16, 2023
- Playoffs: Through end of March
- Resident Fee: $620
- Non-Resident Fee: $645
- Returning Team Registration Period: September 26 - October 21, 2022
- New Team Registration Opens: October 26, 2022
- Registration Deadline: November 18, 2022
- Location: Kennedy Activity Center, 150 E 98th Street
Grab your friends and join us for a blast from your gym class past with our kickball league! Co-Rec teams will play a ten game regular season, with a single elimination playoff with officials and bases. League fees includes: kickball (1 per team), scheduling of a field, game officials and league championship prizes. This league is offered through the collaboration between the cities of Bloomington and Richfield.
Summer League 2022:
- Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Dates: May 3 - July 12, 2022 + single elimination playoff (two weeks immediately following the regular season
- Times: 6:15 - 10:20 p.m.
- Fee: $290 per team
- Returning Team Registration Period: March 8 - 28. 2022
- New Team Registration Opens: March 30, 2022
- Registration Deadline: April 25, 2022
- Location: Valley View Playfields, 501 E. 90th St, Bloomington
Fall League 2022:
- Days: Thursdays
- Dates: September 1 - October 6, 2022
- Times: 6:15 - 10:20 p.m.
- Fee: $190 per team
- Returning Team Registration Period: June 27 - July 15, 2022
- New Team Registration Opens: July 20, 2022
- Registration Deadline: August 19, 2022
- Location: Valley View Playfields, 501 E 90th St, Bloomington
Pickleball is a racquet sport; much like a combination of badminton, table tennis, tennis, racquetball and similar sports.
Pickleball is played on a court about one-third the size of a tennis court. The ball we use is a whiffle ball. The racquets we use are similar to table tennis paddles, but a little larger and built to handle the larger ball; but smaller than a racquetball racquet. The net across the court is like that on a tennis court, but just a little lower in height. And the markings on the court are much like those of a tennis court, badminton court, or table-tennis table.
We play games to eleven points, you must win by two points. Doubles play is the norm, but singles is growing in popularity.
Get information about pickleball and other summer leagues in the 2023 Summer Adult Sports Leagues flyer.
SUMMER LEAGUE PLAY
2023 Summer Pickleball leagues
The pickleball ladder allows users to schedule matches on their time in an environment that allows both casual and competitive play. Matches are to be played twice a month to maintain standing and are scheduled at an agreed upon location between all parties involved.
- Registration: March 1 - May 15
- Location(s): Variable as agreed to by participants
- Doubles Ladder: Allows teams of two at various ability levels to challenge each other, plus flexibility to schedule own matches.
- Fee: $23/single, $46/team
GENERAL RECREATIONAL PLAY
Scheduled playtimes and locations
| Days | Dates* | Times | Type of Play |
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| Monday - Friday | June 1 - August 30 | 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Open play. All abilities welcome. |
PICKLEBALL COURT LOCATIONS
- Dred Scott Playfields - 10820 Bloomington Ferry Road
- Daily, 8 a.m. - sunset
- Hyland Hills Park - 9858 Edgewood Road
- Summer Months – open play (unscheduled)
- Jim Klaseus Courts at Westwood Athletic Fields - West 108th Street
- Daily, 8 a.m. - sunset
- Download the Tennis and Pickleball Court Locations guide
- Includes combination tennis/pickleball courts
PICKLEBALL IN MORE DETAIL
When playing pickleball, the serve must be hit underhand and each team must play their first shot off the bounce. After the ball has bounced once on each side, both teams can either volley the ball in the air or play it off the bounce. This eliminates the serve and volley advantage and prolongs the rallies. To volley a ball means to hit it in the air without first letting it bounce.
No volleying is permitted within the seven-foot, non-volley zone (called the kitchen). Players cannot executing a smash from a position within this seven-foot zone on both sides of the net. This promotes the drop volley or "dink" shot playing strategies, which makes pickleball a game of shot placement and patience, not brute power or strength.
Both players on the serving team are allowed to serve, and the team scores points only when serving. A game is played to eleven points and a team must win by two points. Points are lost by hitting the ball out of bounds, hitting the net, stepping into the non-volley zone when volleying the ball, or by volleying the ball before the ball has bounced once on each side of the net.
The serve
Players must keep one foot behind the back line when serving. The serve is made underhand. The paddle must pass below the waist. The serve is made diagonally cross-court and must clear the non-volley zone. Only one serve attempt is allowed, except in the event of a let (the ball touches the net on the serve and lands in the proper service court) then the serve may be taken over. At the start of each new game, the first serving team is allowed only one fault before giving up the ball to the opponents. Thereafter both members of each team will serve and fault before the ball is turned over to the opposing team. When a point is scored the server and partner change sides (right court to left court, etc.)
Faults
- Hitting the ball out of bounds.
- Not clearing the net.
- Stepping into the non-volley zone and volleying the ball.
- The double bounce rule: On the serve and first return shot, the ball must bounce once before returning.
The court
The court dimensions are 44' by 20' for both doubles and singles. The net is hung 36" on each end and 34" in the middle. A non-volley extends 7' on each side of the net. There remains 15' on each side of the court. On each side, these 20' by 15'' rectangles are further divided into two equal rectangles measuring 10' by 15'. When laying out the court, allow adequate space in each end and sides of the boundaries.
The City of Bloomington offers adult softball leagues in summer and fall for all levels of play, almost every day of the week! Games are played at Valley View Playfields and Dred Scott Playfields. Check out our adult softball page for detailed information!
2022 Fall League Information and Registration Form
Leagues are a long-standing tradition in the city of Bloomington. Singles and Doubles leagues at a variety of ability levels are offered to both men and women. Leagues run June through August and take place at a variety of courts throughout Bloomington.
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*Tennis court nets will be installed at Reynolds Park and Smith Park from approximately April until October, all other sites will have nets installed year round
2023 Summer men's and mixed doubles tennis league
10 week season with 2 weeks allowed for playoffs.
2023 Summer Men's and Mixed Doubles Tennis League Information and Registration Form
2023 Summer women's tennis leagues
- Singles Ladder allows players of a variety of ability levels to challenge each other and have the flexibility to schedule their own matches.
- Doubles League for beginner, intermediate and advanced level players. Doubles play is on Wednesdays and Thursdays. 10-week season.
2023 Summer Women's Tennis League Information and Registration Form
Adult tennis lessons
Ever wanted to be the next Federer or Williams?! Learn the basics or master your serve, we offer two levels of instruction! Beginner participants will receive a new tennis racquet with registration. Both sessions have beginner and intermediate lessons available.
- Days: Tuesdays
- 2023 Dates and Times:
- June 6 - July 18: Beginner 6 - 7 p.m.
- June 6 - July 18: Intermediate, 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
- August 1 - 30: Beginner, 6 - 7 p.m.
- August 1 - 30: Intermediate, 7 - 8 p.m.
- Fee: $70 per session
- Registration Deadline: One (1) day before the start of a session
- Location: Bryant Park Tennis Courts, 1001 W. 85th Street, Bloomington 55420
Register online by clicking here Either log into your current account or create a new account to register for this program. Once you have accessed your account, follow the Activities link, keyword search: Tennis.
Volleyball is offered on sand during the summer and indoors in fall and winter. Officiated Women's and Co-rec leagues are available for the fall and winter seasons and self-officiated Co-rec sand leagues are offered in the summer. Each season offers leagues with different levels of play to allow participants to choose the level of competition that suits their team. Please see designation definitions at the bottom of this section.
**For the self-officiated Summer Sand Volleyball leagues, a City staff member will be at the courts each night to provide equipment, collect scorecards and supervise play.
Summer Sand League 2023
- Days: Wednesdays and Thursdays
- Dates: May 23 - July 26
- Fee: $215 per team (residents), $240 per team (nonresidents)
- Returning Team Registration Period: March 20 - April 10
- New Team Registration Period: April 12 - May 15
- Location: Dred Scott Sand Volleyball Courts, 10820 Bloomington Ferry Road
Fall Indoor League 2022
- Days: Mondays - Thursdays
- Dates: September 19 - December 8, 2022
- Times: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
- Fee: $295 per team (residents), $320 per team (nonresidents)
- Returning Team Registration Period: June 27 - August 5, 2022
- New Team Registration Period: August 9 - September 2, 2022
- Location: Kennedy Activity Center, 150 E 98th Street
Winter Indoor League 2023
- Days: Mondays - Thursdays
- Dates: January 2 - March 27, 2023
- Times: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
- Fee: $295 per team (residents), $320 per team (nonresidents)
- Returning Team Registration Period: September 26 - November 11, 2022
- New Team Registration Period: November 16 - December 18, 2022
- Location: Kennedy and/or Jefferson Activity Centers, or the Bloomington Armory
ALL LEAGUES (summer, fall and winter): Each match consists of 3 games played to 25 points using rally scoring system. All matches have a 1 hour time limit. Teams should plan to provide a warm-up ball if they desire. One ball will be provided for play per court during the season. An outside ball may be used during league play if both teams agree.
To assist teams in finding the appropriate Bloomington volleyball league for the upcoming season, the Parks and Recreation Division classifies its volleyball leagues with to Gold, Silver, and Bronze designations. We will continue to sanction teams with MRPA at B, C, & D levels but does not designate leagues in that manner. To help teams understand the new designations, league definitions are:
Gold Leagues:
Bloomington’s highest level of play, intended for teams seeking a competitive volleyball experience; additionally, players must have the ability to accurately call fouls on themselves.
Silver Leagues:
Leagues intended for teams who desire a moderately competitive, recreational volleyball experience.
Bronze Leagues:
A fun and recreational volleyball experience with a limited level of competition.
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2017-2018 Basketball Rules Flyer.pdf - Co-rec kickball rules
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Sand Volleyball Rules - *For softball rules please visit our softball page
General registration information
There are 5 ways to register for your adult sports league! The options are listed below. Registrations will not be accepted without full payment and completed registration form. Payments may be made with Visa, MasterCard, Discover, check or cash. Please see your respective sports informational page for information regarding fees, registration periods, transfers and deadlines.
Online – Register by submitting your information and payment through our online League Registration.
OR Download the appropriate registration form using the links below. Forms may be submitted in person, by mail, by email or by fax. Payment is due at time of registration.
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Volleyball Interactive Roster.pdf -
15_rosteraddition.pdf - For tennis and adaptive softball, please see their informational pages for registration forms
- Free Agent Registration Form
In person – Stop by the Parks and Recreation Office, Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Our address is:
- 1800 West Old Shakopee Road
Bloomington, MN 55431
By mail– Mail a completed registration form with payment (check, money order, or credit card information) to:
- Bloomington Parks and Recreation
Attn: League Registration
1800 West Old Shakopee Rd
Bloomington, MN 55431
By email – If you have the ability to scan your registration form, this works great! Just scan with credit card payment information and email it to parksrec@BloomingtonMN.gov. Processing may take up to two business days.
By fax – Fax your completed registration form and credit card information to 952-563-8715 (fax number). Please call 952-563-8877 to verify receipt of your registration. Processing may take up to two business days.
For standings and schedules, click on the link below. Log on as "Guest" (click the "Guest" button). Then use the "Find" menu at the top of the page to locate the information you are interested in.
Note: You can access the Online Registration page from anywhere on our site. It's listed in the "Arts & Recreation" menu in the strip running across the top of the page.
Cancellation/withdrawal policy
- Full refunds will be processed if the league your team is registered for is canceled by Parks and Recreation due to lack of teams.
- Prorated refunds will be processed if scheduled games are canceled and make up dates are not available due to unavailable facilities.
- Teams will receive a full refund less a $50 service charge if your team withdraws at least 3 weeks before the start of play.
- Refunds will not be processed if your team withdraws less than 3 weeks before the start of play or if your team is removed from the league due to disciplinary action.
In order to be considered a resident team, 75% of the team members must reside or work in the City of Bloomington.
In the event of inclement weather, the following procedures will take place:
- The league director will determine if the games are to be played on that evening and update the weather line by 4 p.m.
- The decision will be recorded on the weather line at 952-563-8878 option 1.
- If inclement weather occurs after 4 p.m. staff will update the weather line as timely as possible but games could also be called at the fields.