Childcare
Kids help put the "family" in Family Centers. We have programs and classes for kids as young as 3 years, and lots of activities for kids and young adults.
Childcare Guidelines
Childcare services are available inside all three Family Centers for children ages 3 months to 8 years. Childcare is free for members, $3 for paying guests, giving parents and guardians a chance to work out while their little ones are supervised nearby. Reservations are not required.
To insure everyone's safety:
- Children will be screened for signs of illness when they arrive. Please do not bring your child when he/she is ill.
- Parents and guardians must remain in the building at all times.
- Parents and guardians should inform staff of any special considerations.
- Childcare staff are not responsible for lost clothing or other items.
- If these needs arise, the parent or guardian will be paged.
- The parent or guardian is responsible for feedings and diaper changes.
- Disruptive children must be picked up by their parent or guardian upon being paged.
- The parent/guardian signing the child in must be the parent guardian signing them out.
- Parents with infants should bring their child in a car seat or carrier.
- There is a 2-hour limit on child care.
- Toys and surfaces are sanitized throughout the day, and deep cleaning is done before and after childcare operating hours.
Child Care Hours
Monday-Friday9 a.m.-2 p.m., 4-8 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sunday
12-4 p.m.
Specialty Programs
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Tiny Dancers
Learn basic movements of ballet while having a lot of fun. View flyer.3-4 yrs.Sat, 9-9:45 a.m.
Session 1: Dec. 30-Feb. 10 (No class Jan. 20)
Session 2: Feb. 24-March 30$30/Members
$40/Non-members -
Kids' Beginning Dance
Basic Ballet and Jazz. Must be at least 5 years old, with less than two sessions of dance experience. View flyer.5-10 yrs.Sat., 10-11 a.m.
Session 1: Dec. 30-Feb. 10 (No class Jan. 20)
Session 2: Feb. 24-March 30$30/Members
$40/Non-members -
Kids' Intermediate Dance
Builds upon Ballet and Jazz techniques learned in Beginning Dance. Must have at least two sessions of dance experience. View flyer.5-10 yrs.Sat., 11 a.m.-Noon
Session 1: Dec. 30-Feb. 10 (No class Jan. 20)
Session 2: Feb. 24-March 30$30/Members
$40/Non-members -
Kids' Advanced Dance
Builds upon Ballet and Jazz techniques learned in Intermediate Dance. Must have at least three sessions of dance experience. View flyer.5-10 yrs.Sat., 11 a.m.-Noon
Session 1: Dec. 30-Feb. 10 (No class Jan. 20)
Session 2: Feb. 24-March 30$30/Members
$40/Non-members -
Tae Kwon Do
Build self-confidence, learn self-defense, achieve new skills and make new friends. Beginners and advanced welcome. View flyer.6 yrs. and upTues. and Thurs., 6-7 p.m.
Session 12: Nov. 14-Dec. 7 (No class Nov. 23)
Session 13: Dec. 12-Jan. 4$30/Members
$40/Non-members
Ongoing Programs
Mile Club Challenge
Move yourself by walking, running, cycling, rollerblading, skating, swimming, or any non-motorized activity, and receive prizes and recognition. Go halfway across the country in miles (Level One), or all the way (Level Two). Total mileage = 3,574.
$10/Level 2
Pickleball
A great game with the funny name, Pickleball is a cross between tennis and ping-pong, played on a short court. Great for teens and adults.
Saturdays 8-10 a.m.
Daily Fee/Non-members
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Doling Family Center
Physical Address
301 E Talmage
Springfield, MO 65803
Phone: 417-837-5900Fax: 417-837-5904
301 E Talmage
Springfield, MO 65803
Phone: 417-837-5900
Fax: 417-837-5904
Facility Hours
Monday - Friday
5 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday
7 a.m.-8 p.m.
Sunday
10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Aquatics Hours
Monday - Friday
5:15 a.m.-3 p.m. (Morning swim)
4-8 p.m. (All ages open swim)Saturday
7 a.m.-12 p.m. (Morning swim)
12-7:30 p.m. (All ages open swim)Sunday
12-5 p.m. (All ages open swim)Child Care Hours
Monday-Friday
9 a.m.-2 p.m., 4-8 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sunday
12-4 p.m.