Fitness, Health & Sports

Middle School to Mustang Summer Bowling League

June 5 – June 26, 2025
Start Time 2 p.m.
Location Round Two (Peosta)
Event For 5th-8th grade
Cost $60
Organization Hempstead Boys and Girls Bowling programs
Contact Matt Muilenburg
Phone (563) 552-5163
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Additional Information
The goal of the league is to introduce future bowlers to the Mustang bowling program. Students will bowl 2-3 games and take part in drills aimed at improving their scores. Coaches Cheever and Muilenburg will run the league with assistance from current Hempstead bowlers.

Dubuque Senior Rams Youth Football

August 11 – October 26, 2025
RSVP By June 27, 2025
Location Practice @ Eisenhower, Games Varied
Event For 3rd-8th Grade
Cost $185
Organization Dubuque Senior Rams Youth Football
Contact Chris Winner
Phone (563) 542-9003
Additional Information
The tackle football program begins the week of August 11th and includes introduction skills for tackle football, and a six-game schedule. Games are held on Sundays

Junior Rams Cheerleading

August 3 – October 26, 2025
RSVP By June 28, 2025
Location Practices - Eisenhower Elementary / Games - Senior (2-3 at close towns)
Event For 2nd - 8th Grade in DBQ Senior’s District
Cost $80
Organization Junior Rams Cheerleading
Contact Julie Cirks
Phone (563) 451-2171
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Additional Information
The Dubuque Senior Youth Cheerleading Program was established to provide young people the opportunity to learn the fundamentals and to develop their abilities as a cheerleader.

Dubuque Lady Royals

July 7 – July 9, 2025
Start Time 6:00 p.m.
Location Monday at MacAleece and Wednesday at Eisenhower
Event For Elementary and Middle School
Cost Free
Organization Dubuque Lady Royals
Contact Ragan
Phone (608) 622-8226
Additional Information
Come and check out the Dubuque Lady Royals Softball. We are holding tryouts for birthdays Sept 2013 to Aug 2014. Come and be a part of a great organization with amazing kids and fantastic parents.

University of Dubuque Summer Lifting Camp

July 14 – August 8, 2025
Start Time 8:15a.m. - 9:15a.m.
RSVP By July 13, 2025
Location Veterans Memorial Turf Center
Event For Students entering 6th grade through 9th grade
Cost $150
Organization University of Dubuque
Contact Sidney Marie Kohl
Phone (563) 563-1515
Additional Information
These camps will focus on strength, power, mobility, flexibility, agility, and speed. From a beginner to an advanced athlete and can give them the competitive edge and readiness they need for the upcoming season.

Hempstead Volleyball Camps – Grades 3-5 and Grades 6-8

July 21 – July 24, 2025
Start Time Grades 3-5: 4-5:30 pm, Grades 6-8: 6-8pm
RSVP By July 21, 2025
Location Moody Gym: Hempstead High School
Event For Girls in grades 3-5 and 6-8 interested in volleyball
Cost $40
Organization Hempstead Volleyball
Contact Head Coach Briana Rexroat
Phone (309) 221-7020
Additional Information
Hempstead Girls Volleyball Summer Camps. Athletes entering grades 3-5 will go from 4-5:30 pm. Athletes entering grades 6-8 will go from 6-8 pm. Camps will be in Moody Gym at Hempstead HS. Each camper will receive a shirt. The camp will focus on volleyball fundamentals. Use link provided to register.

Crescent’s STEPPIN’ IT UP 3.1/1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

August 9, 2025
Start Time 08:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
RSVP By July 21, 2025
Location Crescent Community Health Center--1690 Elm Street Dubuque, Iowa 52001
Event For Dubuque Community families
Cost FREE
Organization Crescent Community Health Center
Contact Sarah Milner
Phone (563) 564-1017
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Additional Information
Join us for a day of health, wellness, and community spirit at the Crescent Health and Wellness Expo & 3.1 or 1 mile Walk/Run! We're thrilled to invite you to this exciting event as we strive to cultivate richness and diversity within our community. This FREE event is open to all!

Hempstead Athletic Camps

June 2 – July 25, 2025
Location Hempstead High School
Event For Elementary and Junior High Athletes
Cost Varied from camp to camp
Organization Hempstead Athletics
Contact Hempstead Activity Office
Phone (563) 552-5233
Additional Information
All 2025 Summer Athletic Camps at Hempstead High School can be found at: https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/hempstead/camps

Loras College Tennis Camps

July 28 – July 31, 2025
Start Time Skills Camp: 8-10:30 AM; High School Camp; 12-2:30 PM
RSVP By July 27, 2025
Location Loras College Tucker Tennis Courts - 1600 Cox Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Elementary and high school students
Cost $150
Organization Loras College
Contact Cam Long
Phone (563) 581-9948
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Additional Information
Loras Tennis Skills Camp teaches fundamentals to beginners. Campers learn the basics of tennis in a fun environment encouraging future participation. Loras Tennis High School Camp focuses on improving the playing ability of high schoolers. Campers focus on match strategies to enhance their game.

UD Softball Summer Youth Camp

August 2, 2025
Start Time 8 a.m,
RSVP By August 1, 2025
Location UD Softball Field
Event For 8 -13 year olds
Cost $50 or $65
Organization University of Dubuque Softball
Contact Kristen Duross
Phone (207) 590-1224
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Additional Information
8:00-8:20 Check-in 8:20-8:30 Introductions 8:30-9:30 Fielding BREAK 9:40-11:00 Hitting/baserunning 11:00-11:10 Recap/Questions 11:15-12:15 Pitching

Emmaus University Summer Athletic Camps

June 9 – August 1, 2025
Start Time See event flyer for full details.
Location Emmaus University 2570 Asbury Rd. Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For Elementary, middle school, and high school athletes.
Cost Cost varies by camp
Organization Emmaus University
Contact Hannah Richter
Phone (563) 588-8000
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Additional Information
Emmaus University is offering a range of athletic camps this summer! Come ready to grow skill and have fun in a faith based environment. Athletes from beginner to advanced are welcome!

Loras College Men’s Basketball Skills Camp

August 4 – August 7, 2025
Start Time 9:00 a.m.
RSVP By August 3, 2025
Location Loras College
Event For Pre-K through 8th Grade
Cost $159
Organization Loras College Men's Basketball
Contact Chris Martin
Phone (563) 588-7738
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Additional Information
Basketball skills camp hosted by Loras College Men's Basketball coaches and staff.

Sports Physical Day

August 4, 2025
Start Time 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Location Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Dubuque
Event For Students playing sports
Organization Crescent Community Health Center
Contact Megan Feldpausch
Phone (563) 690-2402
Website crescentchc.org
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Additional Information
Before the practices begin and the games kick off, make sure your child is ready to play with an up-to-date sports physical from Crescent Community Health Center! No Appointment Needed Walk-ins Welcome

Preschool and Kindergarten Round Up Day

August 19, 2025
Start Time 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Location Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Dubuque
Event For Children entering pre-k and kindergarten
Organization Crescent Community Health Center
Contact Megan Feldpausch
Phone (563) 690-2402
Website crescentchc.org
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Additional Information
Is your little one ready for their big first day? Crescent is here to help make sure they are healthy and prepared for preschool or kindergarten with required physicals, immunizations, and any needed forms.

High School Esports League Open Arena

June 18 – August 20, 2025
Start Time 5p.m. - 7p.m.
Location DBQ Esports League 3220 Dodge Suite 109
Event For High School Studets
Cost Free
Organization Dubuque Esports League
Contact Susie Quinn
Phone (563) 590-9169
Additional Information
Esports Season prep! 🎮 Join us for High School Open Arena on June 18th, July 9th & 16th, and August 6th, 13th & 20th, 5-7pm. Learn more about the upcoming season!

Sports Physicals

April 2 – August 31, 2025
Location Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Dubuque
Event For Student Athletes
Cost Sliding fee payment or insurance accepted
Organization Crescent Community Health Center
Contact Megan Feldpausch
Phone (563) 690-2950
Website crescentchc.org
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Additional Information
Before the practices begin and the games kick off, make sure your child is ready to play with an up-to-date sports physical from Crescent Community Health Center! Don’t wait until the last minute—appointments fill up fast in late summer!