Athletics and Fitness, Infant thru Teens
For youth leagues, please visit our Youth Athletic Leagues page. (Baseball & T-Ball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swim Team, Track and Field)
Baseball
See Youth Athletic Leagues - Baseball.
Start Smart Baseball
| Ages: | 3-5, girls and boys |
| Days: | Saturdays, April 3 - 24, 2010 |
| Cost: | $20 Delray Residents; $25 non-residents; for 4 weeks |
| Location: | Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th Street |
| Contact: | Erik Lawson, (561)243-7194 |
The Start Smart Sports Development Program is geared to ages 3-5 years old. Start Smart, created by the National Alliance for Youth Sports, helps children prepare for sports…. and succeed in life. A variety of innovative products will be utilized to enhance child development.
Basketball
Youth Basketball League
See Youth Athletic Leagues - Basketball.
Skill Drill Basketball
| Ages: | 6-12, girls and boys |
| Days/Time: | Wednesdays, 5-6 pm |
| Cost: | $20 Delray Residents; $25 non-residents; for 6 weeks |
| Location: | Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th Street |
| Contact: | Erik Lawson, (561)243-7194 |
The Skill Drill Basketball program is available for children ages 6 - 12 and will provide the opportunity for each child to be fit and learn basic fundamentals needed to compete in organized team basketball. A variety of innovative drills will be utilized to enhance basic motor skills, and it also helps children sharpen up their pre-existing skills.
Start Smart Basketball
| Ages: | 3-5, girls and boys |
| Days: | Saturdays, Feb 6 - 27 |
| Cost: | $20 Delray Residents; $25 non-residents; for 4 weeks |
| Location: | Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th Street |
| Contact: | Erik Lawson, (561)243-7194 |
The Start Smart Sports Development Program is geared to ages 3-5 years old. Start Smart, created by the National Alliance for Youth Sports, helps children prepare for sports…. and succeed in life. A variety of innovative products will be utilized to enhance child development.
Open-Play Basketball (Indoor)
| Ages: | All |
| Days: | Monday thru Friday, 8:00am - 2:00pm; Saturdays, 2:00pm - 8:00pm; Sundays, noon - 6:00pm |
| Cost: | Free |
| Location: | Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street |
| Contact: | Kacy Young or Ben Leonard, (561)243-7356 |
This program is for players who prefer informal play in a gymnasium. Come on down, bring a friend or two, or join a pick up game. Equipment available or bring your own.
Open-Play Basketball (Outdoor)
| Ages: | All |
| Days: | Daily |
| Time: | During Operational Hours |
| Cost: | Free |
| Location: | Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street |
| Contact: | (561)243-7356 |
This program is for players who prefer informal play on an outside court. Come on down, bring a friend or two, or join a pick up game. Equipment available or bring your own.
Cheerleading
Delray Rocks Youth Cheerleading League
Cheerleading Classes
| Ages: | 3-10 |
| Days: | Saturdays, starts June 5, 2010 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm |
| Cost: | $66 for residents and $83 for non-residents |
| Location: | Veterans Park, 802 NE 1st Street |
| Contact: | (561)243-7350 |
Girls and boys, ages 3 to 10 years old will be able to develop coordination and athletic skills, learn the importance of stretching for improved flexibility and focus on team work. They will build their own self-esteem while keeping a strong emphasis on safety and fun. Cheerleaders will be taught basic jumps, cheers, and stunts, while learning a pom-pom routine to showcase at the end of the session.
Football
Delray Rocks Youth Football League
See Youth Athletic Leagues - Football.
Start Smart Football
| Ages: | 3-5, girls and boys |
| Days: | Saturdays, March 6 - 27, 2010 |
| Cost: | $20 Delray Residents; $25 non-residents; for 4 weeks |
| Location: | Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th Street |
| Contact: | Erik Lawson, (561)243-7194 |
The Start Smart Sports Development Program is geared to ages 3-5 years old. Start Smart, created by the National Alliance for Youth Sports, helps children prepare for sports…. and succeed in life. A variety of innovative products will be utilized to enhance child development.
General Fitness
Start Smart Golf
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Ages: |
3-5, girls and boys |
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Days: |
Saturdays, May 29 - June 19, 2010 |
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Cost: |
$20 Delray Residents; $25 non-residents; for 4 weeks |
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Location: |
Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th Street |
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Contact: |
Erik Lawson, (561)243-7194 |
The Start Smart Sports Development Program is geared to ages 3-5 years old. Start Smart, created by the National Alliance for Youth Sports, helps children prepare for sports…. and succeed in life. A variety of innovative products will be utilized to enhance child development
Running for Fitness
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Ages: |
9-12, girls and boys |
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Days: |
Thursdays, April 1 - June 17 (three 4-week sessions) |
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Cost: |
$20 Delray Residents; $25 non-residents; per week |
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Location: |
Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th Street |
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Contact: |
Erik Lawson, (561)243-7194 |
The Running for Fitness program will teach children proper running and endurance techniques as well as target areas on flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular exercise. The program will consist of long-distance running as well as speed and skill testing.
Racquetball
Open-Play Racquetball
| Ages: | 15 years old - Adult |
| Days: | Daily |
| Time: | During Operational Hours |
| Cost: | Free |
| Location: | Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street |
| Contact: | Kacy Young, (561)243-7356, youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us |
Relieve some stress on the racquetball courts. Courts are 3-wall, outdoor. Please bring your own equipment
Skateboarding
Skate Clinics
| Ages: | 5 - 15 years old |
| Days: | One Saturday a Month, please call |
| Time: | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm |
| Cost: | $20.00 for Delray residents; $25.00 for non-residents; per day |
| Location: | "505" Teen Center & Hobbit Skate Park, 505 SE 5th Ave. |
| Contact: | Danielle Winn, (561)243-7158, winn@ci.delray-beach.fl.us |
Beginner and advanced skaters are welcome. All participants will be provided with one-on-one instruction with experienced skate instructors and will have the opportunity to learn all aspects of skateboarding, including board set-up and safety tips. The clinics will also include drinks, snacks, contests, and give-a-ways. Each skater must provide their own skateboard, helmet and knee/elbow pads.
Summer Skate Camp
| Ages: | 5 - 15 years old |
| Days: | 6 weekly sessions, please call |
| Time: | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm |
| Cost: | $150.00 for Delray residents; $175.00 for non-residents; per session (Discount for multiple sessions booked and 2nd siblings) |
| Location: | "505" Teen Center & Hobbit Skate Park, 505 SE 5th Ave. |
| Contact: | Danielle Winn, (561)243-7158, winn@ci.delray-beach.fl.us |
Beginners and avid skaters alike will benefit from this exciting program. Participants will learn all aspects of skateboarding including board set-up,
safety tips, history of skateboarding and skateboard graphic design. Each week there will be contests, prizes and goodie bags! Each student must provide their own skateboard, helmet and knee/elbow pads.
Soccer
Tennis
Start Smart Tennis
| Ages: | 3-5, girls and boys |
| Days: | Saturdays, May 1 - 22, 2010 |
| Cost: | $20 Delray Residents; $25 non-residents; for 4 weeks |
| Location: | Catherine Strong Park, 1500 SW 6th Street |
| Contact: | Erik Lawson, (561)243-7194 |
The Start Smart Sports Development Program is geared to ages 3-5 years old. Start Smart, created by the National Alliance for Youth Sports, helps children prepare for sports…. and succeed in life. A variety of innovative products will be utilized to enhance child development.
Open-Play Tennis
| Ages: | All |
| Days: | Daily |
| Time: | During Operational Hours; please call to reserve your court |
| Cost: | Free |
| Location: | Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd Street |
| Contact: | (561)243-7356 |
Want to play a leisurely game of tennis? This program is just the thing for you. Call Pompey Park to reserve your court now. Please bring your own equipment.
Track
Delray Beach Track & Field Club
| Ages: | 6 - 18 years old |
| Dates: | Please Call |
| Days/Time: | Monday - Thursday, & Saturday 5:00pm-7:00pm |
| Cost: | $35.00 residents; $40 non-residents |
| Location: | Register at Pompey Park, 1101 NW 2nd St. Practices held at Atlantic High School, 2455 W. Atlantic Ave. |
| Contact: | Kacy Young, (561)243-7356, youngk@ci.delray-beach.fl.us |
This program will introduce and teach girls and boys the sport of track and field. The team is registered with the United States of America Track and Field (USATF) organization. Every athlete on the team will receive an individual USATF membership.
Walking
Delray Beach Walkers
| Ages: | All |
| Days: | Thursdays |
| Time: | 8:30am |
| Cost: | Free |
| Location: | meets at Veterans Park |
| Contact: | Samantha Roland, (561) 243-7350, Roland@mydelraybeach.com, or Jane Foster, (561)243-7352 |
Walking is for seniors and adults who want to begin getting active. It is a great opportunity to improve your health, make new friends, and enjoy the beautiful vistas Delray has to offer. Sponsored by Ocean Rescue and Veterans Park Recreation Center. Receive a free t-shirt after walking 50 miles!
