Four Mile Community Center Recreation Activities and Programs
Robert L Scott Four Mile
Community Center
3711 Easton Boulevard
Des Moines, Iowa 50317
(515) 248-6315
Patrons must sign in when entering the facility. Once each year patrons must fill out a Participant Information Form. The Robert L Scott - Four Mile community center is not responsible for any lost or stolen items including money in vending machines.
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Activities and Programs for All Ages
Youth, adult and senior offerings are for all ages unless otherwise specified. If you do not find a list of activities or programs below the headings there are no offerings for the group at this time.
Youth Activities and Programs
Weekday Afternoon Activities
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the school year or after 11:00 a.m. when school is not in session.
Fees: FREE
Ages: School-Age Children
Basketball, table tennis, and other activities are here for the delight of school-age children.
Computer Lab
Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday; year-round
Time: 2:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. during the school year or after 11:00 a.m. when school is not in session.
Fees: FREE
Ages: All Youth Ages
Six computers await those high-tech wizards or beginners that want to job-search, complete homework, send emails or chat on-line with friends and family.
Taekwondo
Day(s): Tuesday and Thursday, year-round
Time: 6:00 to 7:00 PM
Fees: $40.00 per month
Ages: Ages 6+
Voorhees Taekwondo instructors teach the art of self-defense to increase self-esteem and self-discipline.
Weight and Fitness Room
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fees: FREE - Youth 14 to 17 who are staff approved and senior adults 55+; $1.00 per day or $12.00 per month for adults 18 to 54
Ages: Ages 18+ Ages 14 to 17, ONLY with staff approval
Keep fit and increase your strength with a daily workout in a comfortable atmosphere. Treadmills, cycles, various exercise apparatuses and weight bench with complete set of weights are at your command.
Adult Activities and Programs
Weight and Fitness Room
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fees: $1.00 per day or $12.00 per month for adults 18 to 54; FREE for senior adults 55+ and youth under 18 who are staff approved.
Ages: Adults Ages 18 +
Keep fit and increase your strength with a daily workout in a comfortable atmosphere. Treadmills, cycles, various exercise apparatuses and weight bench with complete set of weights are at your command.
NBA (Noon Basketball Association)
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: Courts OPEN 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fees: $1.00 per day or $12.00 per month
Ages: All Adults
Pick-up basketball and challenge matches offer players an opportunity to shoot hoops with Des Moines' BEST.
Computer Lab
Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, year-round
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fees: FREE
Ages: All Adults
High-tech wizards as well as beginners are invited to job-search, surf the internet or chat with friends and family.
Four Mile Walking Club
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Fees: FREE
Ages: All Adults
Meet and make friends while walking in a safe, climate-controlled gym with benches for resting between laps.
Women's Aerobics
Day(s): Call 248-6315 for specific nights for class.
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Fees: Payable in 8-week sessions:
$20 one night per week
$36 two nights per week
$50 three nights per week
Ages: All Ages
Instructor Cari Jones offers a great aerobic workout three times a week for women of all ages and skill levels.
Des Moines Table Tennis Club
Day(s): Tuesday and Thursday, year-round
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Fees:
Ages: Adults - All Ages
Check the club website for the latest schedule and fees.
Senior Activities and Programs
Four Mile Walking Club
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: Anytime between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.
Fees: FREE
Meet and make friends while walking in a safe, climate-controlled gym with benches for resting between laps.
Weight and Fitness Room
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fees: FREE - senior adults 55+ and youth under 18 who are staff approved; $1.00 per day or $12.00 per month for adults 18 to 54.
Keep fit and increase your strength with a daily workout in a comfortable atmosphere. Treadmills, cycles, various exercise apparatuses and weight bench with complete set of weights are at your command.
Computer Lab
Day(s): Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, year-round
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fees: FREE
Six computers await those high-tech wizards or beginners that want to job-search, complete homework, send emails or chat on-line with friends and family.
Polk County Congregate Meals
Year-round weekday lunch, except holidays and when Des Moines Public Schools are closed due to inclement weather.
Day(s): Monday through Friday, year-round
Time: Meals served at 11:30 a.m.
Fees: Donations Welcome!
Seniors enjoy bingo, billiards, cards and crafts, as well as a nutritious lunch served weekdays at 11:30 a.m. by Polk County Congregate Meals Coordinator, Kathy Gates. Please call Kathy @ 248-6336 between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. weekdays to make meal reservations at least 24 hours in advance.
A transportation application is available for those who need transportation to and from the meal site. The form can be completed on-site or over the phone. Group transportation is done on a route; timing varies by site.
Polk County Congregate Meals also provides educational speakers and healthcare services like blood pressure checks and foot care clinics.
Holiday parties, great entertainment and friendly people are here for your enjoyment.