Adult Programs

Designed to teach participants who have never tried the popular sport of pickleball. Learn the rules and skills to begin playing the game. 18+

Wear sneakers and bring a water bottle. If you don’t have a paddle we will have one to borrow.

One clinic per person. Max 8 people per class.

• October 6, 8, 13 or 15 from 11:30am-12:30pm

Location: South Mill Playground Pickleball Courts. Residents Free | Nonresidents $10

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Table Tennis for all abilities offered by Seacoast Table Tennis Club. This fun activity welcomes experienced players as well as beginners. Both singles and doubles play on new ITTF Donic Brand Tables. Drop-ins welcome. Bring your own equipment or we have a few rackets and balls to borrow. 

THIS PROGRAM RUNS YEAR-ROUND. JOIN ANYTIME.

Location: Community Campus Gym

Ages: Adults (children welcome accompanied by adult)

Date/Time: Every Thursday from 5:30-8:00pm

Fee: $5 pp each Thursday. Under 18 play for free.

Follow on Facebook: @seacoasttabletennisclub

Led by USTA coaches, participants will have fun and get great exercise while developing the skills to serve, rally, and play tennis. The program is perfect for first-time and beginner players, as well as returning novice players. Ages 18+.

Learn to Play: Led by a USTA-approved coach, participants will have fun and get great exercise while developing the skills to serve, rally, and play tennis. The program is perfect for first-time and beginner players, as well as returning novice players. Please bring a tennis racquet. If you need a racquet, the coach will have a few loaners available to borrow during the class. 
 
Practice & Play: This program is for players who want to practice, improve their game and have FUN! The program is run by a coach who is SafeSport-approved and background-checked. Coach will provide instruction and also pair players up for match play. Bring your own racquet. 

FALL:

Registration for residents and nonresidents starts on Mon, August 24 at 9:00am.

• Learn to Play
  • Tuesdays, September 8 - October 13 (Rain Date October 20). 5:30-7:00pm
• Practice & Play
  • Tuesdays, September 8 - October 13 (Rain Date October 20). 7:00-8:30pm
  • Saturdays, September 12 - October 24 (Rain Date Sunday, October 25). 8:30-10:00am (No tennis on Oct 17)
• Location: Portsmouth High School Tennis Courts. Residents $80 | Nonresidents $90

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If you’re looking to play more tennis and socialize with people in your area, you've come to the right place. In our leagues, the focus is FUN. It's a great place to meet new people and improve your tennis game. 

SUMMER:

• Intermediate: Tuesdays, June 30 - August 11 (rain dates August 18 & 25). 6:00 - 8:00pm
  • Extended to August 18 due to rain on July 7
• Recreational: Thursdays, July 9 - August 20 (rain dates August 27 & Sept 3). 6:00 - 8:00pm

FALL (Sign-ups open August 5):

• Social Tuesdays (21+) (intermediate league): September 1 - October 13. 7:00-9:00pm
• Social Thursdays (21+) (recreational league): September 10 - October 22. 7:00-9:00pm
• Social Fridays (60+ league): September 11 - October 23. 8:00-10:00am. Volunteer Needed.
• Location: South Mill Pond Tennis Courts. $80 at the USTA online registration portal link below.

Location: South Mill Pond Tennis Courts

Register Here with USTA Tennis

Small group beginner golf lessons that include the full swing and short game, taught by Tim Riese, PGA Head Professional at Pease Golf Course. Class is limited to six participants. 

Registration for residents and nonresidents starts on Monday, August 24 at 9:00am.

• Thursdays, September 10 - October 1, 5:30-6:30pm
• Location: Pease Golf Course. Residents $180 | Nonresidents $190

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Organized and competitive league for players 18+ AND out of high school. Everyone who registers will be placed on a team and play at least 15 minutes per game. Must register before tryout night.

• Scrimmage Tryout: Monday, October 5 at 7:00pm for all first-year players to the league to help balance the teams. Failure to attend tryouts results in missing one game.
• League: Monday and Thursday nights, October - January. Playoffs follow regular season.

Location: Spinnaker Point Gymnasium. Residents $150 | Nonresidents $175

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Based on the bestselling book “How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk” by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish, this interactive 7-week workshop provides parents/caregivers with tools for everyday parenting challenges. 

Instructor: Nancy Barnes is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and mother of five children who is passionate about helping families build strong, respectful parent-child relationships. 

• Tuesdays, September 29 - November 10, 6:00-7:30pm

Location: Community Campus. Individual $295 | Couple $395

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A coached Masters program for adults, providing adult competitive swimmers an opportunity to continue swimming, with structured swim workouts and on-deck coach. Age 18+. Pre-registration Required – No walk-ins.

Whether you’re training for competition, rebuilding technique, or simply love a good workout in the water, Great Bay Masters offers a supportive, motivating environment for swimmers of all skill levels. GBM is proudly affiliated with U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS) and practices at the Portsmouth Indoor Pool.

Structured, coached workouts:

• Technique-focused sessions to refine all four competitive strokes
• A blend of interval, endurance, and speed training
• Optional opportunities to compete in local and regional USMS meets

• And of course… 20+ new friends!

  
  Prerequisites: To join Great Bay Masters, swimmers should be able to:
  Swim repeat 100s freestyle at a steady pace

• Comfortably swim 25/50 of at least two other strokes
• Show willingness to learn additional strokes
• Follow the lane etiquette and the written workout at an appropriate pace

Learn more at: http://greatbaymasters.org/wp/
 

Registration & Attendance Notes
This program is popular and will sell out! To ensure fairness and space, please choose the option that best matches your schedule. We kindly ask swimmers not to register for full-session passes if they expect to attend only a handful of practices. This helps keep spots open for those committed to the full winter session—and may save you money!

Lane Assignments (Meters): When registering, choose your lane carefully—no changes once practice begins.

• Lanes 1 (Fastest): 50m @ :45
  High-level swimmers with strong endurance (collegiate or equivalent)
• Lanes 2 & 3 & 4 (Advanced): 50m @ :50–1:00
  Competitive intervals, multi-stroke sets
• Lanes 5 & 6 (Intermediate/Developing): 50m @ 1:00–1:15
  Focus on fitness, technique, and stroke development

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool

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Three Fall Walks to explore the trails around in Portsmouth.

Registration for residents begins on Monday, August 24 at 9:00pm. Nonresidents on September 8.

Guide: Local natural history walks with Steve Miller. An experienced guide with 40+ years as an environmental educator, scientific diving officer, and a Masters in Ecosystem Ecology. 20 person limit per walk. Ages 12+ welcome.

Free for Portsmouth Residents | $10 Nonresidents

Pierce Island and the Piscataqua River is the heart of Portsmouth. Learn about tides and explore the trails to view the surrounding salt marshes and harbor activities. 

• Saturday, September 26 from 9:00-11:00am
• Location: Meet in the parking lot by the Portsmouth Outdoor Pool on Pierce Island Road

Salt Marsh Exploration at Urban Forestry Center is best visited in fall to explore the coastal salt marshes. We'll focus on the plants and animals that live in the marsh, the ecology of the marsh, and the survival strategies employed by these species. 

• Saturday, October 31 from 9:00-11:00am 
• Location: Meet in the parking lot of the Urban Forestry Center

Sagamore Headlands along Urban Forestry. The Urban Forestry Center mirrors the Sagamore Headlands along Sagamore Creek and offers many opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. Explore the trails and focus on tree identification and natural history. 

• Saturday, November 14 from 9:00-11:00am 

• Location: Meet in the parking lot of the Urban Forestry Center near the visitor center

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Tools to help you discover a better balance and connection through mindfulness and self-care. Pick and choose sessions that interest you. RSVP Required.

• Saturdays, 10:30am-12:00pm
  • October 3: Joint Freeing Mobility & Stability
  • October 10: Fall Prevention: Balance, Functional Movement
  • October 24: Pelvic Floor Health
  • November 7: Care & Connection for Caregivers
  • November 21: Embodied Women's Circle for Menopausal & Post-Menopausal Women
  • December 5: Fall Prevention & Healthy Joint Mobility

Location: Senior Activity Center. $10 per session. RSVP 603-610-4433

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training: Ages 15+

Lifeguard training, which provides participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. 

Blended Learning Lifeguard Training: Course length: 19 hours & 30 minutes in-person and 7 hours & 30 minutes online. Total - 27 hours
Provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.

• Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
  • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface and then swim 150 years using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed)
  • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
  • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
     
• Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
  • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed)
  • Submerge to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
  • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
  • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps

To successfully complete the Lifeguarding Blended Learning course, the participant must:

• Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.
• Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during scenarios.
• Demonstrate competency in all required skills.
• Pass the final skills scenarios.
• Complete all eLearning content, including the eLearning written exam (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers; and First Aid).
• Successfully pass final written exams with a minimum grade of 80 percent.

Participants who successfully complete the Lifeguarding course receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for 2 years.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training - Blended Learning

Training provides participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing & cardiac emergencies, and injuries & sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. Ages 15+.

• Thursday, September 10 - Sunday, September 13. Times vary.
  • Must attend all classes.

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Residents $350 | Nonresidents $400. Supplies included in fee.

If questions, call/email the Portsmouth Indoor Pool to inquire about dates for the next session. 603-427-1546 / avanbinsbergen@portsmouthnh.gov

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Learn to teach classes in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program. Participants will have online learning and coursework due prior to first class. This course trains instructor candidates to teach classes in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program.  

PREREQUISITES FOR THE WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR (WSI) CLASS: Demonstrate swimming skills consistent with the Stroke Performance Charts, Level 4, by swimming the following strokes:

• Front Crawl – 25 yards
• Back Crawl – 25 yards
• Breaststroke – 25 yards
• Elementary backstroke – 25 yards
• Sidestroke – 25 yards
• Butterfly – 15 yards
• Maintain position on back for 1 minute in deep water (floating or sculling)
• Tread water for 1-minute

The Blended Learning content consists of 23 hours of in-class work and 7 hours of at home online study. 
Upon successful completion of the Water Safety Instructor (WSI) course, candidates will receive an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor certification valid for 2 years.

Learn to teach classes in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program.

• Friday, November 6 - Sunday November 22. Times vary.

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Residents $400 | Nonresidents $450

*Questions about program, please call/email the Portsmouth Indoor Pool to inquire about future dates. 603-427-1546 / avanbinsbergen@portsmouthnh.gov

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For swimmers looking to improve their freestyle technique through individualized coaching and feedback. Whether you're an emerging lap swimmer or preparing for open water swimming, our coaches will help you swim with greater confidence and efficiency. Ages 15+.

• Thursdays, October 22 - February 11. 5:30-6:30pm

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Free with pool membership or $12 drop-in (No Splash Passes)

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Class calendars updated monthly. 

CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SPINNAKER POINT SCHEDULE

The Indoor Pool offers many aquasize and swimming programs for ages 15+.

AQUA-FITNESS I: Water exercise class and a total body workout.
AQUA-FITNESS HIIT: HIIT (high-intensity interval training) adapted for the pool. All fitness levels.
WATER POWER WORKOUT: Combination of different styles using the water as resistance.
ZUMBA: Dance fitness class that incorporates popular music with dance movements, which creates an exciting, effective fitness program - all in shallow water!
TRI-GROUP: Basic triathlon training for the beginner to experienced swimmer. Tuesdays 5:30pm-6:30pm.
FITNESS CLASSES AT THE POOL ARE FREE WITH MEMBERSHIP OR $10 DROP-IN

 Click Here to visit the Indoor Pool Programs Page. 

SPINNAKER POINT

• Open Gym at Spinnaker Point: Designed for those 18 & over to use the gym. During the Open Gym times, one court is always reserved for basketball. Free for members | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10.
• Pickleball Open Gym at Spinnaker Point: Three nets are set up for rotational play. Free for members | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10
• Pick-up Volleyball at Spinnaker Point: Pickup time with fun, competitive games. Free for members | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10.
• Full Court Pick-up Basketball at Spinnaker Point: Pickup time with full court rotational games. Free for members | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10.

Monthly Schedule Posted Online. CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE SPINNAKER POINT SCHEDULE

COMMUNITY CAMPUS

• Adult Indoor Walking at Community Campus Gym: 11 laps = 1 mile. Tuesdays, 8:00-10:00am, October 6 - thru late spring. Free
• Open Gym at Community Campus Gym: Designed for all ages to use the gym for basketball and running around. Free. Monthly open gym calendar posted online. Limited times in the fall.
• Pickleball at Community Campus Gym: Three nets. Monthly open gym calendar posted on online. Fall schedule starts October 5. Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10.

Schedule posted for October 5. CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE COMMUNITY CAMPUS GYM SCHEDULE

INDOOR POOL

• Adult Lap Swim at the Indoor Pool: Designed for those 18 & over to swim laps. Free for members | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10.

CLICK HERE FOR COMPLETE INDOOR POOL SCHEDULE

OUTDOOR PICKLEBALL

• South Mill Pond, Junkins Ave: 8 dedicated pickleball courts
• Community Campus, 100 Campus Dr:  8 dedicated pickleball courts

INDOOR PICKLEBALL

• Spinnaker Point Adult Recreation Center
  • Mon/Wed/Fri 10:30am-12:30pm, Tues & Thurs 9:00am-12:00pm
  • Drop-in Fee: Spinnaker Members Free | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10
• Community Campus (3 lined courts in gym)
  • Pickleball Open Gym Schedule or call 603-427-1547
  • Drop-in fee: Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10