Youth Programs

Portsmouth Recreational Youth Soccer is an instructional league for boys and girls from Pre-K to 4th grade. League is designed for kiddos to learn the sport of soccer and good sportsmanship, have fun playing and make friends. 
Volunteer coaches needed.

• Pre-K (Ages 3-4): Saturdays only 9:00-9:45am
• Grades K-1: Tuesday Practice 4:00-5:00pm; Games on Saturday between 10:00am-12:00pm
• Grades 2-4: Thursday Practice 4:00-5:00pm; Games on Saturday between 12:00-2:00pm

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE EXACT PRACTICE AND GAME TIMES WILL BE DEPENDENT ON ENROLLMENT AND TEAM COUNTS. Schedule subject to change based on registration numbers.

Location: All games and practices at the Recreation Athletic Complex (Campus Drive)
Fee: $50 resident - $70 non resident.
Shirts, socks & shin guards provided with registration fee.

Registration begins Mon, June 1 for Portsmouth Residents. June 15 for non residents.

REGISTER HERE

Led by a 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.

Learn to Play:
Led by a USTA-approved coach, the Tennis in the Parks program will focus on developing the skills to serve, rally and play - so it’s perfect for beginners and first-time players. We focus on FUN and learning the basics through play. This program uses modified tennis balls, age-appropriate rackets and the latest engaging activities that help players successfully learn and play the game quicker. All players, in their first session, receive and keep a new age-appropriate racquet and ball!

Practice and Play:

For youth players who have completed at least one session of Tennis in the Parks or a similar introductory program and are now ready to practice, improve their game and have FUN! This program is run by a USTA-approved coach, players will receive instruction and do rotating match play to gain experience. Players should bring their own racket, the coach will provide tennis balls.

For more information: Please visit our Tennis in the Parks website, https://tennisintheparks.com/tennis-in-the-parks/

--Learn to Play scholarships available for those in need of financial assistance 

--USTA's Parent Support Guide

--Opportunities to volunteer

• Summer Session 1: Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 14 - July 30 
  • Grades 1-2 from 5:00 - 6:00pm
  • Grades 3-5 from 6:00 - 7:00pm
  • Grades 6-8 from 7:00 - 8:00pm
• Summer Session 2: Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 4 - August 20 (Rain dates August 25/27)
  • Grades 1-2 from 5:00 - 6:00pm
  • PRACTICE & PLAY: Grades 3-5 from 6:00 - 7:00pm
  • PRACTICE & PLAY: Grades 6-8 from 7:00 - 8:00pm

$75 resident | $85 nonresidents

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Blended Learning Lifeguard Training: Aged 15+

Email Lexy, Indoor Pool Manager for next Lifeguard Training Dates 
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.

$350 residents | $400 nonresidents. Includes lifeguard manual, resuscitation mask & certification fees.

Prerequisites:

• Minimum age: 15 years;
• 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.
Location: Indoor Pool
Ages: 15 and over

Connie Bean Schedule

Community Campus Schedule

Indoor Pool Schedule

Early childhood music & movement helps little ones develop their innate musicality. Ages: Birth - Age 4. Located at the Community Campus. Visit the Music Together website for day, times prices and registration. 

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Resumes in fall 2026