ATHLETICS

Provide programs and league play for various ages in a variety sports. A leading resource for recreational choices to help residents enjoy life while contributing to their health and well-being through diverse sports programming that is supported by quality staff, facilities and program guidelines.

Preschool

SUNSET SPORTS FOR TOTS

Looking for some summer time fun for your child? Come join us as we explore the world of sports. Your child will be exposed to both team and individual sports. This program promises to be fun for all and parental participation is encouraged.

Age: 2-5

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER

18931 Sep 2-Sep 30 Sa 10am-11am

18932 Oct 7-Oct 28 Sa 10am-11am

18933 Nov 4-Nov 25 Sa 10am-11am

KIDDIE KICKERS SOCCER

Participants will learn the basics of soccer dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. They will learn more about teamwork and playing as part of a group. Our instructors will keep the atmosphere fun and non-competitive, making sure that all participants feel good about their abilities. Parent/ Adult participation is required.

Age: 3-5

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18707 Oct 5-Oct 26 Th 9:30am-10:30am

YOUTH/TEEN

YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Youth Basketball Individual Leagues are for youth ages 5-12 who want to compete in organized games against their peers. Each child will be placed on a team led by a volunteer coach. This program plays Monday-Thursday and Saturdays at various recreation centers. Siblings in the same age group will be placed on the same team. Please visit DPRPlayMore.org for more information. All players must attend one of our pre-season player assessments. Assessment schedule will be sent out via email.

Age: 5-12

CR Fee: $28 NCR Fee: $43

18580 Age 5-6

19009 Age 7-8

19010 Age 9-10

19011 Age 11-12

We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program.

CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident

Youth Tennis

Participants will learn the basics of tennis. The class will review basic strokes, tennis strategy, and learn how to score a match. Participants should bring a tennis racquet, water and wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing.

Age: 7-12

CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14

WALLTOWN PARK

18738 Sep 6-Oct 11 W 6pm-7pm

Youth Introduction To Pickleball

Interested in learning about Pickleball? If you are new to the sport or have just started playing and want some additional instruction in a fun and friendly atmosphere, then this pickleball class is for you! You will learn the basics of pickleball in a fun way. Come out and learn why people of all ages are excited about the sport of pickleball! Please wear tennis shoes or court shoes, bring your paddle and bring a water bottle. Balls and nets will be provided.

Age: 7-12

CR Fee: $2.25 NCR Fee: $7.25

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

19148 Sep 9 Sa 10am-11:30am

ADULT/YOUTH PICKLEBALL MIXER

Have you heard of Pickleball and want to know what all the buzz is about? Join us for this FREE Adult and Youth Pickleball Mixer on the covered courts at Bethesda Park. Teams invited to register and are required to have one adult 18 and older, and a youth or teen younger than 18. Bring water, wear comfortable clothes and court shoes; we provide nets, balls, a limited supply of paddles, instruction and FUN! Learn the rules of the game and basic play from experienced tournament players. Please note: each person wishing to participate will need to register for the program from a family.

Age: 7 and up

No Cost

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

19149 Sep 9 Sa 11:45am-1:15pm

Youth Football Skills Academy

The four-week clinic will introduce children to football by teaching basic skills in a fun, energetic environment. We will use a series of drills to develop introductory football skills.

Age: 8-12

CR Fee: $6 NCR Fee: $11

W.D. HILL RECREATION CENTER

18930 Sep 11-Oct 2 M 6:15pm-7:15pm

Youth Intermediate Tennis Lessons

Participants will learn intermediate tennis skills. This class is not for beginners, all participants should have some established skill and experience playing tennis. All equipment is provided; participants should bring water and wear tennis shoes and weather appropriate clothing.

Age: 7-11

CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 ELMIRA AVENUE PARK

17668 Sep 19-Oct 5 T,Th 6pm-7pm

SHE’S GOT GAME: BASKETBALL

This series is a great opportunity for young girls to learn and develop the fundamentals of basketball through drills and game play. The series will be designed to help players learn and play basketball with an emphasis on skill development. The program welcomes participants of all skill levels and is a fun environment to learn the game of basketball. Participants need to wear the proper attire and foot wear for basketball and bring a water bottle.

Age: 7-12

CR Fee: $6.75 NCR Fee: $11.75

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18747 Sep 30-Oct 14 Sa 9am-10:30am

Squash Fundamentals

This program will introduce children to the sport of squash, a ball and racquet sport played on an indoor court. Participants will learn the basic rules and techniques of the game in a fun and positive environment.

Age: 7-12

CR Fee: $4.50 NCR Fee: $9.50

EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER

18726

Youth Volleyball Camp

The camp is for individuals that are new to the sport of volleyball. The focus will be on the teaching the fundamentals in a fun and noncompetitive environment. Participants will learn how to serve, passing (underhand passing), setting (overhead passing), defensive skills and have a better understanding of the rules. Participants need to wear the proper attire and foot wear for volleyball and bring a water bottle.

Age: 7-12

CR Fee: $6.75 NCR Fee: $11.75

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18748 Oct 21-Nov 4 Sa 9am-10:30am

Pickleball Beginner Clinic

Looking to up your pickleball game? Join our Beginner Pickleball Clinic and learn to play like a pro! Our clinic is perfect for beginners and those looking to take their skills to the next level. With our expert instructors, you’ll learn the ins and outs of the game, from basic rules to advanced strategies. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to become a pickleball champ!

Age: 14 and up

CR Fee: $9 NCR Fee: $14 Teens and Seniors

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29 Adults

EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER

18720 Oct 3-Oct 12 T,Th 6pm-7:30pm

18721 Oct 31-Nov 9 T,Th 6pm-7:30pm

Adult Leagues

ADULT BASKETBALL WINTER LEAGUE

2023

Come on out and hoop it up in the Bull City! Teams will play on Monday and Wednesday evenings at Edison Johnson Recreation Center.

Age: 18 years old and up

Fee: $475 per team with a $12 non-city resident fee per each non-city resident on your team.

Age: 18 and up

EDISON JOHNSON RECREATION CENTER

19013 Nov 1-Feb 28 M,W 6pm-9pm

Novice I Beginners Pickleball Series

Interested in learning the game of pickleball or do you want to know what the craze is all about?

This Novice I Beginners Pickleball Series requires no prior experience and is a great opportunity to learn the sport in a fun and friendly atmosphere. The participants will learn the fundamentals: how to serve, drive, engage in a dink, and to keep score. This series of 4 classes are 90 minutes, with 60 minutes of instruction followed by 30 minutes of supervised play. This series is limited to 18 participants. Additional players will be placed on the waitlist.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18879 Sep 8-Sep 29 F 1pm-2:30pm

Novice Ii Pickleball Series

This Novice II Pickleball Series requires participants to have taken Novice I Beginners Pickleball Series or be proficient in scoring, stokes and rules of the game. The participants will build on the skills they acquired in the previous series and learn strategy. This series of 3 classes are 90 minutes, with 60 minutes of instruction followed by 30 minutes of supervised play. This series is limited to 18 participants. Additional players will be placed on the waitlist.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18882 Sep 8-Sep 29 F 2:45pm-4:15pm

We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program.

CR: City Resident; NCR: Non-City Resident

Advanced Novice Pickleball Series

This Advanced Novice Pickleball Series requires participants to be proficient in scoring, stokes and rules of the game as you advance to the next level of Pickleball play. The participants will build on the skills they acquired in the previous series and learn more in-depth strategies based on players’ skill level. This series of 4 classes are 90 minutes, with 60 minutes of instruction followed by 30 minutes of supervised play. This series is limited to 18 participants. Additional players will be placed on the waitlist. Please wear tennis shoes or court shoes, bring your paddle and a water bottle. Balls and nets will be provided.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18880 Oct 13-Nov 3 F 1pm-2:30pm

Fall Indoor Pickleball Ladder

Join us on the courts at Walltown Park Recreation Center for this Indoor Pickleball Ladder. This traditional ladder is open to men/women, aged 19 and above, with skill levels of 2.5/3.0. Players will pair with 3 different partners and compete in 3 matches weekly against doubles pairs with similar skill levels. You move up or down individually in the ladder based on the scores you earn each week. Matches will be played Thursdays from October 19-December 14, 2023 (8 weeks)-no ladder play on November 23, 2023. Match start times are scheduled from 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. Players should plan to be available for ALL start times specified. The deadline to register is October 9, 2023 and space is limited to 24 participants.

Age: 19 and up

CR Fee: $32 NCR Fee: $47

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18746 Oct 19-Dec 14 Th 12pm-3pm

Intermediate Pickleball Skills And Drills Series

Ready to move on to the next step in your Pickleball game? This series is for players who have taken the Novice Pickleball Series or Introduction to Pickleball classes and want to advance their game. Skills and drills will be the focus of this fun engaging series with in-depth discovery of WHY drilling is the measure of success in Pickleball. This series of 4 classes are 90 minutes, with 60 minutes of instruction followed by 30 minutes of supervised play. This series is limited to 18 participants. Additional players will be placed on the waitlist. Please wear tennis shoes or court shoes, bring your paddle and a water bottle. Balls and nets will be provided.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

WALLTOWN PARK RECREATION CENTER

18881 Oct 13-Nov 3 F 2:45pm-4:15pm

2023 Nutcracker Pickleball

TOURNAMENT MEN’S 3.0-3.5 LEVEL

Join us Saturday, December 2, for the 4th Annual Nutcracker Pickleball Tournament at the outdoor, covered courts at Bethesda Park. This tournament offers a men’s doubles division in the 3.0 and 3.5 level. Teams are encouraged to dress in fun holiday attire to compete. Prizes for best costumes as well as medals for the top three teams will be awarded. The deadline to register is Monday, November 20, and space is limited to 16 participants (8 teams) per level. Players must be adults aged 18 and over to compete. Each player must register individually online through Durham Parks and Recreation Department. Your partner’s name must be listed when you sign up. In order to be included in the schedule for the tournament, both players (per team) must be registered by the assigned deadline. DPR is unable to hold spots.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

BETHESDA PARK Dec 2 Sa 8am-9pm

17720 Men’s 3.0 Level

17721 Men’s 3.5 Level

2023 Nutcracker Pickleball

TOURNAMENT MIXED DBLS 3.5

Join us FRIDAY, December 1, 2023 for the 4th Annual Nutcracker Pickleball Tournament at the outdoor, covered courts at Bethesda Park. This tournament offers a mixed doubles division in the 3.5 level. Teams are encouraged to dress in fun holiday attire to compete. Prizes for best costumes as well as medals for the top three teams will be awarded. The deadline to register is Monday, November 20, 2023 and space is limited to 32 participants (16 teams). Players must be adults aged 18 and over to compete. Each player must register individually online through Durham Parks and Recreation Department. Your partner’s name must be listed when you sign up. In order to be included in the schedule for the tournament, both players (per team) must be registered by the assigned deadline. DPR is unable to hold spots.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

BETHESDA PARK

17722 Dec 1 F 6pm-9pm

2023 Nutcracker Pickleball

TOURNAMENT WOMEN’S 3.0-3.5 LEVEL

Join us Saturday, December 2, 2023 for the 4th Annual Nutcracker Pickleball Tournament at the outdoor, covered courts at Bethesda Park. This tournament offers a women’s doubles division in the 3.0 and 3.5 level. Teams are encouraged to dress in fun holiday attire to compete. Prizes for best costumes as well as medals for the top three teams will be awarded. The deadline to register is Monday, November 20, 2023 and space is limited to 24 participants (12 teams) per level. Players must be adults aged 18 and over to compete. Each player must register individually online through Durham Parks and Recreation Department. Your partner’s name must be listed when you sign up. In order to be included in the schedule for the tournament, both players (per team) must be registered by the assigned deadline. DPR is unable to hold spots.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

BETHESDA PARK Dec 2 Sa 8am-9pm

17717 Women’s 3.0 Level

17718 Women’s 3.5 Level

2023 Nutcracker Pickleball

TOURNAMENT WOMEN’S 4.0 LEVEL

Join us Saturday, December 2, 2023 for the 4th Annual Nutcracker Pickleball Tournament at the outdoor, covered courts at Bethesda Park. This tournament offers a women’s doubles division in the 4.0 level. Teams are encouraged to dress in fun holiday attire to compete. Prizes for best costumes as well as medals for the top three teams will be awarded. The deadline to register is Monday, November 20, 2023 and space is limited to 16 players (8 teams). Players must be adults aged 18 and over to compete. Each player must register individually online through Durham Parks and Recreation Department. Your partner’s name must be listed when you sign up. In order to be included in the schedule for the tournament, both players (per team) must be registered by the assigned deadline. DPR is unable to hold spots.

Age: 18 and up

CR Fee: $24 NCR Fee: $29

BETHESDA PARK

17719 Dec 2 Sa 8am-9pm

DPR strives to make our programs, services and facilities accessible for all individuals and families, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, martial status, sexual orientation or ability level.

We support Inclusion - Persons of all ability levels are welcome at every facility and every program.