Youth Programs

Connie Bean Schedule

Community Campus Schedule

Indoor Pool Schedule

Registration for the girls' teams is still open. Ends August 13.

The teams for boys has filled.

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 - FULL
• 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 non residents. Registration ends Fri, August 7

REGISTER HERE

Sparky Sarah invites students to dive into hands-on science adventures and uncover how STEM powers the world around them! 3:00-4:15pm.

• Grades 3-5
  • Session One: Tuesdays, September 15 - October 13
  • Session Two: Tuesdays, November 10 - December 8
  • Session Three: Tuesdays, January 12 - February 9
• Grades K-2
  • Session One: Thursdays, September 17 - October 15
  • Session Two: Thursdays, November 12 - December 17 (No class November 26)
  • Session Three: Thursdays, January 14 - February 11

Location: Community Campus. Residents $115 | Nonresidents $125

REGISTER HERE

Children are meant to learn through play. When children are actively engaged in hands-on, interactive learning activities, their creativity flourishes and they show a greater interest in school. At Snapology we help your child grow up with a thirst for knowledge. Snapology offers STEAM programs (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math).

• Monster Mania Robotics: Ages 6-12 Build creepy creatures, haunted scenes, monster hunters, and other spooky LEGO® creations to complete challenges.
  • Mondays, September 28 - October 26. 3:00-5:00pm. $109 (No class October 12)
• Mega Machines Robotics: Ages 6-12 Discover the exciting world of engineering by designing, building, and programming impressive robotic vehicles.
  • Mondays, November 2 - 30. 3:00-5:00pm. $129
• How the Grinch Stole Robots: Ages 5-10 A festive STEM adventure as students journey to Whoville to help (or stop!) the Grinch on his mischievous mission.
  • Mondays, December 7 - 21. 3:00-5:00pm. $99

Location: Community Campus. Register at Snapology's website at www.snapology.com/programs

**You will also need to update your parent pick up portal for your child to take the school bus to the Campus.

The kitchen becomes a classroom! Students will work together to create delicious dishes, learn about healthy eating, and leave with a recipe to try at home. 

3:00-4:00pm. Grades K-5.

• Mondays
  • Session One: Mondays, September 14 - October 26 (No class October 12)
  • Session Two: Mondays, November 9 - December 14
• Tuesdays
  • Session One: Tuesdays, September 15 - October 20
  • Session Two: Tuesdays, November 10 - December 15

Location: Community Campus. Residents $200 | Nonresidents $210

REGISTER HERE

Coach Jacob returns for another season of awesome chess play. 

From beginners to chess wizards, kids learn this classic game with hands-on instruction from a chess expert in a fun-yet-competitive environment. 3:00-4:00pm. On early release days (September 30, October 28, & December 9) class is held 1:00-2:00pm. Grades K-5.

• Session One: Wednesdays, September 9 - October 14
• Session Two: Wednesdays, October 28 - December 16 (No class November 11 & 25)
• Session Three: Wednesdays, January 6 - February 10

Location: Community Campus. Residents $85 | Nonresidents $95

REGISTER HERE

Perfect for any child wanting to develop their imagination, confidence, and teamwork. Culminates in a performance on the last day for friends and family. 3:00-4:30pm. Early releases (September 30 & October 28) class is held 1:00-2:30pm.

• Grades K-1: Kids explore acting, improvisation, and design to bring a picture-book to life.
  • Tuesdays, September 22 - November 17 (No class November 3)
• Grades 2-5: Exploring a variety of acting methods, students will collaborate to create an original showcase, tailored to their unique interests and abilities.
  • Wednesdays, September 16 - November 4

Location: Community Campus. Residents $215 | Nonresidents $225

REGISTER HERE

All-outdoor, nature immersion classes include science-based lessons as well as hiking, forest exploration, fort building, nature sketching, forest theater, and much more! Grades K-5.

Instructor: Sarah Brown

• Thursdays, October 1 - November 19. 2:45-5:30pm

Location: Community Campus. Residents $355 | Nonresidents $365 ($40 discount for siblings)

REGISTER HERE

Yoga and mindfulness programming that encourages regulation, focus, and well-being in a fun and engaging environment. 3:00-4:00pm.

• Grades K-2
  • Session One: Fridays, September 11 - October 16
  • Session Two: Fridays, October 30 - December 11 (No class November 27)
• Grades 3-5
  • Session One: Mondays, September 14 - October 26 (No class October 12)
  • Session Two: Mondays, November 9 - December 14

Location: Community Campus. Residents $160 | Nonresidents $170

REGISTER HERE

Fun, evidence-based program that inspires participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their physical activity, and confidently stand up for themselves and others. Grades 3-5. 

For schedule & to sign-up (starting August 1) visit the Girls on the Run website at www.girlsontherunnh.org/programs

• Mondays & Fridays 3:00-4:30pm

Location: Community Campus. FREE

Two bonus days of your favorite summer camp...in winter! Different field trip each day. Sign up for one or both days. 9:00am-5:00pm. Trip destinations TBA. Grades K-5.

• Tuesday, December 29
• Wednesday, December 30

Location: Community Campus. Residents $70 per day | Nonresidents $80 per day

REGISTER HERE

Fun-filled week of activities and field trips. Registration is for the whole week and includes all field trips. Grades K-5.

• Monday-Friday, February 22 - 26. 9:00am-5:00pm

Location: Connie Bean. Residents $250 | Nonresidents $275

REGISTER HERE

PRE-K and K (Co-Ed) Skills & Drills

• Saturdays, December 12 - January 30 (No basketball during winter break)

Location: Connie Bean Center. Residents $45 | Nonresidents $65

Youth Girls & Boys Divisions

December 12 - February 13 (No basketball during winter break)

• Boys Grades 1-2: Practices Mondays, Games Saturdays
• Girls Grades 1-2: Practices Tuesdays, Games Saturdays
• Boys Grades 3-4: Practices Wednesdays, Games Saturdays
• Girls Grades 3-4: Practices Tuesdays or Thursdays, Games Saturdays

Location: Practices at Community Campus, Games at Connie Bean. Residents $55 | Nonresidents $75

Teen Boys Divisions

December 8 - February 10, with playoffs to follow. Tryouts for team placement only, everyone makes a team. (No basketball during school winter break).

• Team placement try out dates:
  • Grades 7-8: Wednesday, December 2, 5:30-7:00pm
  • Grades 9-12: Tuesday, December 1, 5:30-7:00pm
• Regular Season
  • Grades 7-8: Games Wednesdays
  • Grades 9-12: Games Tuesdays

Location: Games at Connie Bean Center. Residents $70 | Nonresidents $90

**At sign-ups, parents will be asked if they would like to coach for all age levels. Volunteer coaches are the backbone of the basketball program.

REGISTER HERE

Safe, fast-paced version of traditional football but instead of tackling, players wear belts with flags. Players develop basic skills such as agility, hand-eye coordination and speed in a non-contact, fun team environment. Grades K-4.

• Wednesdays, September 16 - October 21. 4:00-5:30pm

Location: Community Campus Grass Field. Residents $60 | Nonresidents $80

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!

For more information: please visit 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

FALL

• Saturdays, September 19 - October 24 (if rain, lesson moves to Sunday)
  • Grades 1-2: 9:00-10:00am
  • Grades 3-5: 10:00-11:00am
  • Grades 6-8: 11:00am-12:00pm

Location: Portsmouth High School Tennis Courts. Residents $75 | Nonresidents $85

Registration Ends on Wednesday, September 16. Don't delay in registering.

Register Here

Two-day clinic to brush up on your basketball skills and learn new tips (and have fun!) Led by Coach Dwayne Knepshield (Coach Fuzz).

• Monday, December 28 & Tuesday, December 29
  • Grades 1-2: 9:00-10:15am 
  • Grades 3-4: 10:30am-11:45am

Location: Connie Bean Center Gym. Residents $25 | Nonresidents $35

Bridge the gap between swim lessons and competitive swim team participation.

• Fall Session: Mondays, November 2 - December 14. (No class November 23)

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Residents $200 | Nonresidents $250

• Winter Session: Mondays, January 4 - February 8 (No class January 18)

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Residents $170 | Nonresidents $210

REGISTER HERE

Practice yoga poses, breathing and how to find calm. Progress to learn more poses each week. Instructor provides guided instruction to help children learn the art of yoga. Bring your own mat or borrow one of ours. Bring a water bottle.

• Grades K-2: Thursdays, October 15 - November 5. 5:15-6:00pm
• Grades 3-5: Thursdays, October 15 - November 5. 6:15-7:00pm

Location: Indoors at Community Campus. $30 residents | $40 nonresidents

REGISTER HERE

Provide youth with the knowledge & skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. Participants will learn leadership skills and basic childcare, tips to develop a babysitting business, how to keep themselves and others safe, and hints to help children behave. Ages 11-15.

• Saturday, November 7. 9:30am-4:00pm. Bring lunch.

Location: Community Campus. Residents $50 | Nonresidents $60. All Supplies Provided.

REGISTER HERE

Making the team requires more than just skill; it requires focus, respect, and hustle. Led by Rec staff alongside local basketball instructor Keith Friel. Grades 7-12.

• Thursday, November 5. 5:00-6:30pm

Location: Connie Bean Center Gym. Residents $10 | Nonresidents $20

REGISTER HERE

Getting ready to try out for your middle or high school swim team? Designed to help swimmers build the skills and confidence needed to have a successful swim team tryout. Ages 11-18. *Not guaranteed a spot on the team.

• Thursdays, September 17 - October 22. 5:30-6:30pm

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Residents $240 | Nonresidents $260

REGISTER HERE

American Red Cross Lifeguard Blended Learning Training: Aged 15+

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.

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

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. 

• Thursday, September 10, 5:30-9:30pm
• Friday, September 11, 5:30-9:30pm
• Saturday, September 12, 9:00am-5:00pm
• Sunday, September 13, 9:00am-5:00pm
  • Must attend all classes
  • REGISTRATION begins on Monday, August 24 at 9:00am for residents AND nonresidents. Ends on September 8 at 9:00am.

Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool

Residents $350 | Nonresidents $400. Supplies included in fee.

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

REGISTER HERE

Toddler tumble time offers drop-in play for toddlers and their adult. Mats provided. No shoes or drink/snacks allowed in the playroom. Back playground is open dawn to dusk on weekends throughout the year. Free.

• Saturdays, November 7 - May 22 from 8:30am-11:00am

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. 

Register Here