Upcoming Events

Emerging Recreation Leaders Institute (ERLI) 2
The last session will be held on November 10 in Minnetonka

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Click here for the day 5 schedule in Minnetonka

Floaties Won’t Fix Poor Leadership - Virtual Workshop
December 3, 2026
Noon - 1 p.m.

$35 member rate
$45 non-member rate

Strong aquatics leadership requires more than a whistle, a smile, and a pair of floaties to keep things afloat. When team culture struggles, programs suffer, and guest experience dips below the surface, it takes intentional leadership, not a quick fix, to get back on course. This session explores the essential skills aquatics leaders need to move beyond “band-aid” solutions and build teams that are confident, engaged, and ready to dive into challenges.

• Implement leadership strategies that strengthen communication, accountability, and trust within aquatics teams.   
• Examine the limitations of quick-fix approaches in aquatics leadership and their long-term impact on staff and operations.    
• Design actionable steps to build resilient staff who can confidently handle challenges and contribute to a positive organizational culture.

We are happy to partner with the Florida Recreation and Park Association to bring you this virtual session, worth .1 CEUs. You will receive log in information two days before the event from charla@frpa.org. Make sure your full name is included in your title as you enter the session so that the host can be sure you are allowed to be let in. You will be required to sign in via the chat box once the class begins. 

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Annual General Meeting & Awards Luncheon
January 8, 2027
Eagan Community Center
Eagan, MN 

Information added soon

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MASS Conference

April 14-16, 2027
Cohasset, MN

$199 MASS Member

$229 Non-Member

Registration opens November 18, 2026

Deadline for registration is April 2, 2027

Join fellow senior services professionals for the 2027 MASS Conference, a chance to learn, share ideas, explore new approaches, and recharge for the work we do in our communities.

This year, we’re kicking things off a little differently with a Wednesday Conference Kickoff and Welcome Supper at 5:30 p.m., included in your registration fee! Enjoy a planned evening of activities, conversation, and connection as we come together to learn, share, and celebrate the work we do in senior services. We look forward to seeing you at Sugar Lake Lodge!

Interested in becoming a member of MASS?  Click here for the registration form.  Or click here to pay online.  Registration is open until February 1, 2027.

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MRPA Annual Conference 2027
November 2-5, 2027
RiverCentre
Saint Paul, MN 

Past Events:

MRPA Lifeguard Competition 2026

Congratulations to the MRPA Lifeguard Competition 1st place team - Minnetonka Shady Oak Beach, 2nd place team - Edina, and 3rd place team - Anoka County’s Bunker Beach!

MRPA thanks the planning committee and sponsors - Horizon Commercial Pools and Abbey's Hope. And thank you to New Hope Parks and Recreation for hosting the competition at their aquatic park.