CityParks Track & Field

CityParks Track & Field gives New York City kids the chance to learn the basics of the sport, from hurdles and relay races, to long jump, shot put and javelin throw.

The program, supported by ING Run for Something Better, is open to boys and girls ages 5-16 and runs each summer in July and August.

Schedule

Ages (5 – 7) 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Ages (8-16) 10:30 – 12:00 PM
Start Date: Monday, July 6th, 2008 or Tuesday, July 7th, 2009
End Date: Wednesday, August 12th, 2008
Registration is On-Site

BRONX Locations

Pelham Bay
Bruckner Blvd & Middletown Rd
Mon & Wed

McCombs Dam Park
161st St
Tues & Thurs

CityParks Tennis

CityParks Tennis presented by Chase, provides free tennis lessons to thousands of kids each year in more than 36 parks throughout the five boroughs.

The program promotes physical fitness while building self confidence. The program is designed to make the sport of tennis freely available to those who want to learn the game in a fun, relaxed environment.

There are three levels of instruction to meet the needs of all players: Pee Wee (ages 5-7); Beginner (ages 8 and up); and Intermediate (determined by ability). Pee Wee lessons will meet for the first hour of each session.

Registration takes place in each park while the program is in session and is first come first served.

Start Date: Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 or Thursday, July 2nd, 2009
End Date: Monday, August 17th, 2009

Bronx Locations

Williamsbridge Oval
208th St. & Bainbridge Ave.
Mon. & Wed. 9 – 12pm

Woodlawn Park
233 St. & Jerome Ave
Mon. & Wed. 1-4pm

Haffen Park
Hammersley Ave. & Ely Ave.
Mon. & Wed. 1-4pm

St. James Park
Jerome Ave. & 193rd St.
Mon. & Wed. 1 – 4pm

Van Cortlandt Park
246St. & Broadway
Beginner Lessons
Mon. & Wed. 9 – 12pm
Intermediate Lessons
Tue. & Thurs. 9 – 12pm

St. Mary’s Park
145th St. & St. Anne’s Park
Tues. & Thurs. 9 – 12pm

Pelham Bay Park
Bruckner Blvd. & Middleton Rd.
Tue. & Thu. 1 – 4pm

CityParks Golf

CityParks is proud to bring this popular program to eleven parks this summer, 2009.

The beginner program introduces students to the basics of driving, pitching and putting. Near the end of the program, participants learn how to keep score and play on a 3-hole target course set up at the park. All equipment is provided.

On the last day of the program, participants who demonstrate safety rules and basic skills are offered the chance to play at a nearby golf course.

Group lessons for children ages 6-7 are held for 1 hour twice a week and are limited to 18 participants. Proof of age is required. Group lessons for children ages 8-16 are held for 1 1/2 hours twice a week and are limited to 30 participants.

Ages (6 - 7) 9:30 - 10:30 AM
Ages (8-16) 10:30 - 12:00 PM
Session 1: Monday, June 29th, 2009 (or Tuesday, June 30th, 2009) - Thursday, July 23rd, 2009
Session 2: Monday, July 27th, 2009 (or Tuesday, July 28th, 2009) - Thursday, August 20th, 2009
Registration: ADVANCED REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Call 718-760-6999

Bronx Locations

Pelham Bay Park (Field 4)
Bruckner Blvd. and Middleton Rd.
Tues & Thurs

Haffen Park (Ball Field)
Hammersley Ave. & Gunther Ave.
Mon & Wed

This is a free program.

Willie Randolph Summer Sports Experience

The Willie Randolph Summer Sports Experience is a youth development program that provides children ages 7-15 with free, intensive, structured lessons in a variety of sports. Through sequential training and skill development in several sports, children will learn the fundamental skills in baseball/softball, basketball, soccer, track and field, tennis, and more.


Bronx Locations include:

St. Mary’s Park
144 Street & Jackson Avenue

Haffen Park
Ely & Hammersley Avenues

Mullaly Park
165 Street between River & Jerome Avenues

To register in advance, please call the Bronx borough office at 718-430-1858.

This is a free program.