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Summer Pickleball Registration Now Open

York Parks and Rec. Adult Programming

The York Parks and Recreation Department offers numerous indoor and outdoor recreational opportunities year around for adults. We are dedicated to providing experiences the whole community can enjoy. Be sure to visit our Special Events page to check out all of our adult special events and the Center for Active Living page for Age 50+ program offerings. 

Program Punch Cards

A punch card must be purchased to participate in our pickleball, basketball, and volleyball programs. We offer three different punch card options to best fit your availability and interest. 

Current and Upcoming Adult Programs

Pickleball - Outdoors

2024 Pickleball Outdoor Schedule

Pickleball can be played by all levels of players at the same time, so you should not feel intimidated if you are a beginner. We offer both staffed sessions, as well as pick-up options. Each session will have equipment available for your use, however those who have become hooked have preferred to purchase their own paddles.

Punch cards are not valid for indoor pickleball at the Kittery Community Center during the winter months. They are valid for indoor play at York Middle School. 

REGISTRATION: Drop In with Punch Card
STARTS:                   June 17th
ENDS:                        TBA, based on weather
PUNCH CARD:      5 Punch: $20.00 / 20 Punch: $80.00 / Full Season Pass: $200.00
LOCATION:            York High School Courts Upper Courts, closest to Track
SCHEDULE:           Mondays: 3:00pm-5:00pm - Beginner/Novice Levels & Beginner Lessons
                                     Tuesdays: 9:00am-11:00am – Open Play All Levels
                                     Wednesdays: 5:00pm-Dark – Intermediate & Up Round Robins
                                     Thursdays: 9:00am-11:00am – Open Play All Levels
                                     Fridays: 9:00am-11:00am – Open Play All Levels

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Pickleball - Indoor

2024 Pickleball Indoor Schedule

Pickleball can be played by all levels of players at the same time, so you should not feel intimidated if you are a beginner. We offer both staffed sessions, as well as pick-up options. Each session will have equipment available for your use, however those who have become hooked have preferred to purchase their own paddles.

Punch cards are not valid for indoor pickleball at the Kittery Community Center during the winter months. They are valid for indoor play at York Middle School. 

REGISTRATION: Drop In with Punch Card
STARTS:                   May 5th
ENDS:                        TBA, based on weather
PUNCH CARD:      5 Punch: $20.00 / 20 Punch: $80.00 / Full Season Pass: $200.00
LOCATION:            York Middle School 
SCHEDULE:           Sundays - 6:00pm-9:00pm / Thursdays - 6:00pm - 9:00pm (no Thursdays from Nov. 7th - Jan. 30th)

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Coastal Calm Qi Gong & Forest Bathing

Coastal Calm: Qi Gong & Forest Bathing
Free & Open to All

Thank you, Blue Fern & Salt Air Spirit!

REGISTRATION: DROP IN
STARTS:            August 9th
ENDS:               September 13th
COST:               FREE
LOCATION:        Long Sands Bathhouse
DAY:                 Fridays
TIME:               7:00am-7:45am

Indoor Volleyball

Volleyball - Sundays and Wednesdays

Teams will be chosen each session. Pickup games will be played at the York Middle School. Play emphasizes fun with a competitive edge. Players must be 18 years of age or older to participate. Wednesdays are limited to 30 players per night. Schedule subject to change due to York Middle School sports schedule.

STARTS:            Ongoing
COST:                 Punch Card: $20.00 for 5 / $80.00 for 20
                             $200.00 for season pass - Good for 1 year from date of purchase.
LOCATION:       York Middle School Gym
DAYS/TIME:     Sundays - Open Volleyball for All Ability Levels - 8:00am-11:00am
                             Wednesdays: Intermediate/Advanced - Previous Experience Necessary. Limited to 30 players. 7:00pm-9:00pm

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Basketball - Indoor

Basketball – Age 18+

The York Parks and Recreation Department offers an opportunity for adults to gather for pickup basketball. Teams will be chosen nightly. The schedule for open gym nights is shown below and players pay by purchasing punch cards. This program runs year round with differing winter and summer schedules.

REGISTRATION:  Drop In with Punch Card
PUNCH CARD:      5 Punch: $20.00 / 20 Punch: $80.00 / Full Season Pass: $200.00
SCHEDULE:           Tuesdays Only Starting Oct. 1st
LOCATION:            York Middle School Gym
TIME:                       8:00pm-10:00pm (Time subject to change during school basketball season.)

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Yoga - Unlimited Outdoor Gentle Yoga with A Welcome Haven

Unlimited Outdoor Gentle Yoga with A Welcome Haven

Our adult meditative, gentle yoga classes will move at a steady pace, slowly cycling through a series of stretches, breath practices and poses. Though one can expect a few standing poses, as well as balance exercises, we'll spend most of the class on our mats. While the intensity may be lower, the focus and commitment are high. This class is appropriate for all levels and ages of practitioners. Please bring a yoga mat, water, and wear loose-fitting clothing to allow for easy movement.  

INSTRUCTOR:      Maria Lovo 500 RYT
REGISTRATION:  Ongoing
STARTS:                  Monday, July 1st

ENDS:                      Friday, September 27th
COST:                      $185.00
LOCATION:           Moulton Park
DAYS:                      Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
TIME:                      8:30am-9:30am

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Jacki's Dance Aerobics

Jacki’s Dance Aerobic Program

Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dance is a nationally recognized program of “Serious Fitness Fun” that has stood the test of time. Created for the non-dancer, participants are motivated by a variety of music and fun easy to follow choreography. Each hour-long class begins with a warm-up and a strength training segment followed by the creative aerobic dance routines. A cool down completes the balanced and effective workout. Everyone feels comfortable participating at their own level. If you have any questions about whether this class is right for you, please try a class on us. We’re sure you will want to join in!

REGISTRATION: Ongoing
STARTS:                 September 9th
ENDS:                     November 21st
COST:                     $105.00 Resident / $115.00 Non-Resident
                                 $155.00 for both, morning, and evening sessions
                                 $10.00 Senior Discount
LOCATION:           York Beach Fire Department
DAYS/TIMES:      Morning Session: Mon/Wed: 8:00am–9:00am
                                 Evening Session: Tues/Thurs: 5:15pm–6:15pm

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Pickup Soccer @ Bog Rd.

Soccer Games - Co-Ed Pick Up - Ages 18+

The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the Bog Road soc­cer field on Sunday mornings from 9:00am to 12:00pm. This is an informal program that is free and open to both men and women. This program has been extremely successful from the start, and we expect it to be just as popular this year. There is no registration fee or pre-registration require­ment. Simply go to the field and enjoy a couple of hours of informal scrim­maging. The program will start on Sunday, June 9th. Have fun!

STARTS:        June 9th
ENDS:            Late fall
COST:            FREE
LOCATION: Bog Road Upper Field
DAYS:            Sundays
TIME:            9:00am-12:00pm

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