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"The PLEX" is the host venue for all UPWARD SPORTS activities in AMES.
Upward Flag Football & Cheer League
Built to encourage & Foster Life-changing activities and relationships
Cafe Refresh at the PLEX
Stop by to gather with friends, drop off kids at Upward Sports, work remotely with free WiFi, or attend a Bible Study Group at Christ Community Church. Cafe Refresh is proud to brew freshly roasted Burgie’s coffee and espresso beans.
AMES COFFEE SHOP, CAFE, & GATHERING SPACE
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Activities and Sports for Children, Women & Men
The PLEX hosts community sports leagues for people of all ages throughout the year, as well as community groups and gatherings. Our Upward Sports league hosts flag football, cheerleading, basketball, and volleyball for a variety of ages. Men and Women can enjoy various organized sports, pickup games, early morning workouts, and Bible Study Fellowships throughout the week as well.
Learn more about Sports Leagues & Community Groups.
Youth Activities
Adult Activities
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Christ Community Church of Ames Activity & Community Center
The PLEX is a 32 thousand square foot facility opened and made possible by the work of Christ Community Church of Ames. Built to encourage and foster life-changing activities and relationships for kids, students, and adults, The PLEX opened in 2009 with amenities to cater to various needs.
INDOOR RECREATION
Full length gym with hardwood courts.
EVENT SPACE
Auditorium with 250 removable seats.
COFFEE SHOP & CAFE
Cafe Refresh is open for gathering.
COMMERCIAL KITCHEN
Fully equipped for commercial catering.
EDUCATIONAL CLASSROOMS
Two 50-seat capacity classrooms.
OUTDOOR RECREATION
Large athletic field for football & more.
Activities for Men, Women, & Children
The PLEX hosts community sports leagues for people of all ages throughout the year, as well as community groups and gatherings. Our Upward Sports league organizes flag football, cheerleading, and basketball from Kindergarten through 6th grade. Men and Women can enjoy various organized sports, pickup games, early morning workouts, and Bible Study Fellowships throughout the week as well.
Learn More & Sign Up for Sports Leagues & Community Groups.
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Cafe Refresh
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Plex Activities
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ACTIVITIES & RELATIONSHIPS FOR KIDS, STUDENTS, & ADULTS
Youth Sports
Adult Sports
Cafe Refresh
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May 25, 2022 • Chris Akers

Can you worship without feeling? Is it fake to lead when your heart feels numb or distracted on a given Sunday? Eugene Peterson has an encouraging word for those walking in the spiritual desert.