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Adult Dodgeball
Wednesday: 5:45 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Avenue, Queens
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Start Date: April 29, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Adult
Come join in a game of dodgeball. Have fun playing against friends and family members.
Ages: 16+
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OutlookAdult Table Tennis
Monday: 7:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 2:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
McCarren Play Center, 776 Lorimer Street, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult
Adults can enjoy a game of table tennis.
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Badminton
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-8:30 a.m.
Sunset Park Recreation Center, 7th Avenue at 43rd Street, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult / Senior
Practice the mechanics of this time-honored sport requiring speed, agility and concentration.
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Boys Instructional Basketball
Saturday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 13, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Teen
Sharpen your skills on the basketball court through instructional lessons.
Open to teen boys ages 14 to 17.
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Double Dutch
Tuesday: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Sorrentino Recreation Center, 18-48 Cornaga Avenue, Queens
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Age:Child / Teen
Tuesday- Wednesday- 3pm-5pm- Ages 5-12
Tuesday-Wednesday-6pm-8pm- Ages 13-17
Saturday Classes- Ages 5-17
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FREE Weekly Women's Self-Defense class
Tuesday: 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Shamburger's CHKA (Chinese Hawaiian Kenpo Academy 
, 34 Avenue A, Manhattan
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Age:Teen / Adult
Shamburger's CHKA (Chinese Hawaiian Kenpo Academy) offers a FREE Weekly Women's Self-Defense class as a community service to the women of New York City. The class is offered every Tuesday evening at 7 pm at our studio, 34 Avenue A, 2nd Floor. The class is open to all women ages 14 and up. For more information, got to www.chka.org or call us at 646-692-6155.
Cost: Free
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Family Time
Sunday: 1:00 p.m.-2:15 p.m.
Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Avenue, Queens
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Start Date: April 29, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Everyone
Family gym time for parents and children only. Children must be accompanied by their parents at all times during the family open gym session.
No flavored drinks are allowed. Everyone must be dressed in athletic clothing. No jeans, boots, shoes, and khakis. All personal items must be locked and secured in the locker room.
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Field Day Kits
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 a.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center, Mid-park at 97th Street, Central Park, Manhattan
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Age:Everyone
Use the entire field day kit or just one or two items. We provide a variety of games and sports equipment, including basketballs, handballs, whiffle balls and bats, footballs--everything you need for an individual or group outing in the park.
No pre-registration required, bring a valid photo ID. Free.
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Girls Instructional Softball
Monday: 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 8, 2013
End Date: June 18, 2013
Age:Child
An instructional softball program for girls ages 13 and under. Lessons cover the basics of throwing, catching, batting, base running and softball rules and regulations.
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Gymnasium
Sunday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Monday: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.,10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Thursday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.,12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
St. Mary’s Recreation Center, 450 Saint Ann's Avenue, Bronx
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Start Date: September 3, 2012
End Date: June 21, 2013
Age:Adult / Senior
The gym is open for adults and seniors for basketball, volleyball, floor exercises and many more sports and fitness activities. The staff will supply equipment for your favorite sport or exercise activity.
Gymnasium schedule subject to availability.
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JIANZI
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Saturday: 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Avenue, Queens
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Start Date: April 29, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Everyone
Learn to play and participate in the game of Jianzi!
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Kid Fit
Thursday: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
J. Hood Wright Recreation Center, 351 Fort Washington Avenue, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 8, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Child / Teen
A 10-week program for youth. Participants learn fun ways to exercise and stay healthy.
Registration began on March 1, 2013.
Coordinator: Stephanie Hazell
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Learn to Play Soccer
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
West Bronx CYO, 1527 Jesup Avenue, Bronx
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Start Date: April 1, 2013
End Date: June 30, 2013
Age:Child / Teen
Children ages 6-14 take part in youth soccer, learning skills and the rules of the game. Skills learned include teamwork, and social, physical, and emotional readiness for the game.
Visit the center or call Victor Cambell at 718 293-5934 for more information or to register.
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Little Parkies Spring T-Ball
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 12, 2013
End Date: June 14, 2013
Age:Preschool
Free basketball clinic for toddlers 3 to 5 years old. Taught by Parks professional coaches. Participants will learn the fundamental skills of basketball while having fun!
Instructor: Troy Basso
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Spring Paddle Ball Showdown
Monday: 3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: June 17, 2013
End Date: June 21, 2013
Age:Teen
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Sprint to the Finish Triathlon
St. Mary’s Recreation Center, 450 Saint Ann's Avenue, Bronx
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Start Date: June 22, 2013
End Date: June 22, 2013
Age:Adult
Join St.Mary's second annual Sprint to the Finish Triathlon. Swim, bike and run to win prizes and bragging rights.
Pre-registration is required. Email Shawn.James@parks.nyc.gov for additional information and to register.
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Table Tennis
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m.-1:45 p.m.,6:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Sunset Park Recreation Center, 7th Avenue at 43rd Street, Brooklyn
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Age:Adult / Senior
Enjoy a game of table tennis on our tables.
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Table Tennis
Monday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Friday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Roy Wilkins Recreation Center, 177th Street & Baisley Boulevard, Queens
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Age:Senior
Seniors can enjoy a game of table tennis during these hours.
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Table Tennis
Monday: 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine Street, Manhattan
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Age:Everyone
Enjoy a game of table tennis during these open hours.
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Table Tennis Clinic
Monday: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 8, 2013
End Date: June 17, 2013
Age:Teen
Teens, get serious about your table tennis game through this instructional clinic.
Open to teens ages 13 to 17.
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Tiny Prints Toddler Program
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Recreation Center 54, 348 East 54th Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 9, 2013
End Date: June 12, 2013
Age:Preschool
Designed for toddlers 5 and under. Children get to sing along, and enjoy non-competitive recreation, art and crafts and special holiday events. Parents, guardians or caretakers are required to attend with the child.
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Wheelchair Basketball
Tuesday: 7:45 p.m.-9:45 p.m.
Al Oerter Recreation Center, 131-40 Fowler Avenue, Queens
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Start Date: January 7, 2013
End Date: June 30, 2013
Age:Teen / Adult / Senior
The Rollin' Knicks wheelchair basketball team practice in the gymnasium.
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Wii Bowling for Teens
Monday: 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.
NYPL-Bronx Library Center , 301 East Kingsbridge Road, Bronx
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Age:Teen
Come join us in our conference room for Wii bowling right on the tv. No rolling a heavy ball just acting like you are with a controller. Meet some good people and have fun.
Cost: FREE
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Wii Dancing
Wednesday: 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
PSS Andrew Jackson S.C. , 325 East 156th Street, Bronx
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Age:Senior
Join us while we dance with Nintendo Wii! We recommend that you become a member of the senior center to participate. Joining is easy and free. Call to find out how.
Cost: Free
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Wii Gaming Tournament
Wednesday: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
JASA Williamsburg Senior Center , 202 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn
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Age:Senior
Play tennis and bowl all in one place! With our Nintendo Wii, we play different games and have tournaments. Space is limited to 5 people per team. Call ahead to find out if there is space. Open to anyone 60+.
Cost: Free
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Women's Basketball
Thursday: 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Alfred E. Smith Recreation Center, 80 Catherine Street, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 12, 2013
End Date: June 14, 2013
Age:Adult
Adult women engage in open games and practice to compete in organized play.
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Youth Basketball Clinic
Tuesday: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
J. Hood Wright Recreation Center, 351 Fort Washington Avenue, Manhattan
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Start Date: April 8, 2013
End Date: June 15, 2013
Age:Child / Teen
A 10-week program for youth. Participants learn the fundamentals of basketball including passing, dribbling and shooting.
Registration began March 1, 2013.
Coordinator: Carlos Guzman
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Please note: Programs with this symbol () are not managed by the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation. While Parks does its best to maintain accuracy in search results, users are strongly advised to call or email the program organizers directly for up-to-date information.
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Social Sports
You may use any of Parks' recreational spaces, except tennis courts, without a permit. However, if a permit holder arrives with a valid permit in hand, you must vacate the field or court. An individual must have a season permit or single-play ticket to use Parks' tennis courts.
Organized play (leagues) requires a permit. Click here for an application and more information about permits.
Tony Dapolito Recreation Center
3 CLARKSON STREET (Manhattan) | 
Cross Streets: Clarkson Street at 7th Avenue South
Facility Type: Recreation Centers
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Facilities related to Social Sports: Bocce Courts (Outdoor)
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Social Sports
Team and league sports provide a great opportunity to get fit, socialize, and have fun. Some leagues are casual, while others are more competitive. Email or call the leagues below to find out more about your local team and its players.
Achievers of America, Inc.
Borough: Queens
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Softball & Bowling
A program for Special needs individuals with developmental disabilities. Challenged or not.
Phone: (718) 565-1141 | Email
Ambush Ultimate Frisbee
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Adult
Type: Social Sports
Phone: (917) 494-7750 | Email
Brooklyn Kickball
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Adult
Type: Kickball
Phone: (201) 893-1548 | Email
Fort Greene Sports
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth/Adult
Type: Soccer, Basketball, Tee-Ball and Summer Day Camp
Phone: 917-975-9001 | Email
Manhattan Ultimate Disc League
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: Ultimate Frisbee
The Manhattan Ultimate Disc ("M.U.D.") League is the premiere ultimate frisbee league in Manhattan, with over 500 members playing in spring, summer and fall leagues. MUD welcomes experienced players and novices alike - we live by "Spirit of the Game", where sportsmanship and camaraderie come first.
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Metro New York Frisbee
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Adult
Type: Social Sports
Phone: (646) 245-1638 | Email
NYC Social Sports Club
Boroughs:Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens
Age: Adult
Type: Kickball, Bowling, Dodgeball, Broomball, Team Trivia, Flag Football, Ultimate Frisbee, Inner Tube Water Polo, Volleyball, Soccer
NYC Social has offered casually competitive co-ed leagues in and around Manhattan since 2004. With a focus on the social side of recreational leagues, it has become the city's funnest community of active adults.
We offer the following sports: kickball, flag football, volleyball, Dodgeball, mini golf, soccer, bowling, ultimate Frisbee, team trivia, Broomball, and inner tube water polo.
Phone: (212) 929.5353 | Email
New York Badassilisks Quidditch
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: Social Sports
We have an official team that will play in the International Quidditch Association's World Cup, we also offer practices open to the general public and hope to develop teams at all skill levels. Games are played in Riverside Park at 108th St. Practices are free, however, you must pay to join the official team. Please email the league for membership information.
Phone: 646-593-6920 | Email
Party Dodgeball
Borough: Manhattan
Age: Adult
Type: dodgeball
Party Dodgeball is an adult dodgeball league where the focus isn't just on competitiveness - we're also about the fun, social aspect of meeting people & making friends while you pelt one another with rubber balls! Check the website for more details.
Phone: (832) 377-6787 | Email
UltimateRec
Boroughs:Manhattan, Queens
Age: Adult
Type: Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Softball and Flag Football
An organization focused on Fitness Through Competition.
We offer fun and competitive leagues for all levels of athlete and do so as a lower rate than most leagues in the city.
Phone: 806-470-3883 | Email
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Social Sports
Central Park Circuit
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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Contact Number
(212) 348-4867
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Tuesday, June 4, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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Contact Number
(212) 348-4867
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Central Park Circuit
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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Contact Number
(212) 348-4867
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Central Park Circuit
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
6:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
North Meadow Recreation Center (in Central Park), Manhattan|
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Cost
Free
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