What is Extreme Kids?

Extreme Kids focuses on summer school-age childcare and enrichment opportunities designed to meet the changing needs of children and families. Our program is fee-based for children entering grades 1-6th at the start of that year's school year and administered by the City of Chaska Parks and Recreation Department.

Our staff will provide a fun experience for your child as we explore crafts, small group games, science experiments, nature walks and much more! Weekly activities include field trips, swimming, and even ice skating at the community center arena!

Breakfast, Lunch & Afternoon Snack:
Included with your tuition is cold cereal, with milk, and an afternoon snack. All lunches will need to be brought from home. Extreme Kids has an option for Pizza Lunch for $6.00. This option is only available on Wednesdays as long as we are on-site and not on a field trip. A link to sign up will be provided

Registration opens Monday, March 2nd, 2026.  A $50 non-refundable registration fee per child is due at the time of registration. 

SAMPLE Small Group Schedule

The 5-day contract option opens at 9 am on March 2nd. This is for those who want to come 5 days a week. Option to pay in full or set up a weekly payment plan. 

The Daily Flex Schedule: If space is available after the 5-day contract registration closes, families may enroll using the Daily Flex Schedule. During registration, you will select the specific days your child will attend throughout the summer. Once selected, these days become part of your contract and cannot be changed. If you need additional days at a later time, please contact the Recreation Supervisor to check availability.

2026 Program dates:
Tuesday, June 9th - Friday, August 14th, 7 am-5:30 pm (Closed June 19 & July 3rd ). Space is limited!

Weekly payment plans available. For more information contact Sandy Jansen at 952-227-7791. 

Extreme Kids is located at the Chaska Community Center. 

1661 Park Ridge Drive
Chaska, MN 55318
Phone: 952-227-7791

Leader in Training Volunteer Program
Ages 12+

Supporting the Extreme Kids Summer Program

Are you passionate about working with kids and developing your leadership skills? Join our Leaders in Training (L.I.T.) volunteer program and gain valuable experience in facilitating activities, supporting staff, and learning about leadership! This program is designed for youth who are wanting to grow in their abilities to lead, collaborate, and create fun, engaging experiences for participants attending the Extreme Kids Summer Program.

 As an L.I.T. Volunteer, you will play a supportive role in assisting the Extreme Kids staff in organizing and facilitating a variety of activities. You will work closely with staff to provide support in making the program enjoyable, educational, and well-organized for everyone involved. The L.I.T. program will also allow you to gain hands-on experience in leadership, teamwork, and communication, all while building self-confidence and gaining insight into what goes into facilitating programs and working with children.

 Our L.I.T. program runs 10 weeks (June 9- Aug 14), and volunteers will be scheduled one to two shifts per week (Tuesday, Wed or Thursday) based on their availability. The available shifts are: 

• Mornings: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
• Afternoons: 12:00 pm-3:00 pm

 L.I.T.’s must be at least 12 years of age. To apply, please email your completed volunteer application to Sandy Jansen. Selected applicants will be notified and scheduled for a brief interview. During the interview, we will discuss your availability and preferences for days and times. Those selected for the program will be notified and assigned shifts.

Application Deadline: May 1

Leader in Training Volunteer Application Form (PDF)