Sports at the ARC
Astoria Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of recreation leagues and open gym options available for both YOUTH and ADULTS. It's all about having fun! You can register for sports programs by following THIS LINK.
YOUTH SPORTS
This introductory class focuses on allowing youth to gain self confidence and learn the art of non-violence and civility. This incredibly rewarding martial art teaches the student to rely on skill and body mechanics instead of physical strength when dealing with an opponent.
Monday evenings 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at Astoria Recreation Center
Cost is $55/8 week session per child
Registration opens 8 weeks prior to session start
Session 1: January 6 - March 9
Session 2: March 30 - May 18
Session 3: June 15 - August 3
Session 4: August 24 - October 19
Session 5: November 2 - December 21
This program is designed to help children learn the basics of flag football, including the fundaments of throwing, blocking, flag pulling, running and teamwork. Players will play at least half of each game.
Register by August 7. Season is August 24 - October 24.
Practices are twice a week, weekday evenings until games start. Games are twice per week, one weekday evening and one Saturday morning. Location is TBD depending on availability. Cost is $55 per player
This program places emphasis on teaching the values of good sportsmanship, teamwork, goal-setting and skill development in a fun, esteem-promoting atmosphere. Children will have the opportunity to learn the basic volleyball fundamentals suchg as underhand serving, setting, hitting and digging in a non-competitive environment.
Register by April 7. Season is March 31 - April 30
Practices are every Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Astoria Middle School. Cost is $40 per player
Youth Basketball
This program will continue to build on the basic skills like shooting, passing, dribbling and teamwork, while increasing competition levels for each grade. Each player plays at least half of each game. Boys and girls divisions are separate.
Register by October 19. Season is October 26- December 23. Tournament is December 21 - December 23
Practices are twice a week, weekday evenings. Location is TBD depending on availability. Cost is $60 per player
This program will continue to build on the basic skills like shooting, passing, dribbling and teamwork, while increasing competition levels for 3rd graders. Each player plays at least half of each game. Boys and girls divisons are separate.
Register by December 28. Season is January 5 - March 6. Tournament is TBD.
Practices are twice a week, weekday evenings. Location TBD depending on availability. Cost is $60 per player
Focus on the fundamentals! Coaches will emphasize developing dribbling, shooting, passing and footworks skills in a fun, active environment. No pressure for competition, scrimmages only. Boys and girls divisions are separate.
Register by January 18. Late registration available. Season is January 5 - March 6
Practices are Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Astoria Middle School. Cost is $55 per player
Youth Softball and Baseball
Build on the fundaments of softball while increasing competition level. Participants will continue to pratice the basics of hitting, fielding and pitching. Advanced skills and team concepts will also be taught. There are three skill divisons divided by age.
Register by April 10. Season is April 25 - July 14.
Practices are twice a week, weekday evenings. Location is TBD depending on availability. Cost is $60 per player
This program utilizes a tee, and/or coach pitch and safety balls to make the game fun and enjoyiable for all players. FUNdamentals are emphasized in a safe environment, including throwing, catching, fielding and hitting. There are two skill divisions divided by age.
Register by April 10. Season is April 25 - July 14.
Practices are twice a week, weekday evenings. Location TBD depending on availability. Cost is $55 per player
This program utilizes a tee, and/or coach pitch and safety balls to make the game fun and enjoyiable for all players. FUNdamentals are emphasized in a safe environment, including throwing, catching, fielding and hitting. There are two skill divisions divided by age.
Register by April 10. Season is April 25 - July 3
Practices are twice a week, weekday evenings. Location TBD depending on availability. Cost is $55 per player
Volleyball
Organize a team and come join your community volleyball players for a great season! Recreational games are scheduled and officiated by the Parks and Recreation Department, all skill levels welcome.
Register by March 6. Season is March 25 - May 20
Games are Monday nights at Astoria Middle School. Cost is $315 per team
Volleyball fans unite! Join your community volleyball players for a fun and competitive season. Recreational games are scheduled and officiated by the Parks and Recreation Department, all skill levels welcome.
Register by August 14. Season is August 26 - October 21
Games are Monday nights at Astoria Middle School. Cost is $315 per team
Bump, set and spike it! Volleyball season is not long enough. Join us once-a-week for open gym! Bring a team or com on your own. Everyone is welcome.
Drop in registration only. Season is October 2 - April 29
Open gym is every Wednesday night at Astoria Middle School. Cost is $5 per person
Softball
Organize a team and oil up that glove because adult, slow pitch softball is here! Recreational games are scheduled and officiated by the Parks and Recreation Department, all skill levels welcome.Women's and men's divisions are separated.
Register by May 1. Season is May 25 - July 19. Tournament is
July 6 - July 10
Games are weeknights. Location is Neimi or Evergreen Field, depending on field space and availability. Cost is $400 per team
Take me out to the ball game! All skill levels welcome for this late summer coed softball league.
Register by June 26. Season is July 20 - September 14. Tournament is September 8 - September 14
Games are weeknights. Location is Neimi or Evergreen Field, depending on field space and availability. Cost is $400 per team
