Nine community centers - open year round - offer an opportunity for you to discover the best that Citiparks has to offer. Most centers are open weekdays from 3-10 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. However, each center operates independently; therefore, operating hours, program schedules and fees vary. Call your local center and ask the staff to discuss programs that suit your interests - available at either your local center or at another center located in a different section of the City.

Are you interested in volunteering or offering ideas for new programs? Contact the director of your local center or a member of its Recreation Advisory Council. The Advisory Councils, comprised of people representing neighborhood civic, business and religious organizations, advise the staff concerning community needs and support the centers’ fund-raising efforts.

Competitive Sports

• Archery (ages 10-15) - Learn special techniques and skills for target shooting, safety and archery terminology at Phillips Recreation Center.
• Basketball (ages 4-adults) - Recreation and community enrichment centers offer lots of playing, learning and league options for basketball lovers of all ages. Call your neighborhood recreation center for details. Select recreation centers offer the availability of "The Gun" basketball shooting machines by Shoot-A-Way.
• Basketball for Seniors - If you're a senior, call the South Side Senior Community Center at 412-488-8404 for more information about playing basketball.
• Boxing Fundamentals (all ages) - Individuals with all levels of experience are invited to the Brookline Recreation Center. Join the Pittsburgh Boxing Club for boxing instruction and physical conditioning. Exhibitions will be held in preparation for the Golden Gloves Tournament in March.
• Dek Hockey (ages 5-17) - At various recreation centers, dek hockey teams form each season.
• Football (ages youth-adults) - Gridiron action happens at recreation centers throughout the City. Flag football is organized at nearly every center.
• Soccer (ages 3-teens) - Soccer is among the best sports for all ages and co-ed play. Leagues and in-house competitions are available. Tired of playing the same old way? Try indoor Nerf Soccer, which is taught at many centers.
• Table Tennis (ages 12-adults) - If you're a serious table tennis player, head to a recreation center for a chance to play high-level competitions throughout the year. Call your local center for more information.
• Volleyball (ages teens-adults) - Many recreation centers offer social and competitive volleyball games, including adult co-ed volleyball. Citiparks also collaborates with both the Pittsburgh 3-Rivers Volleyball Club, Inc. and Pittsburgh Elite Volleyball. Call your center for more information.
  

Activities

• After-School Study Halls & Tutoring (ages 6-15) - Build success through problem solving, mathematics, study skills, social studies, science and language arts assistance for youngsters. Programs, which vary at recreation and community enrichment centers, may include adult and teen tutors, workshops, field trips and guest speakers. Quiet study areas are provided to help youngsters complete homework assignments.
• Ceramics (ages 8-12) - Create, fire and paint ceramic pieces of general and holiday designs while an instructor teaches the basics and helps with creations.
• Dance (all ages) - A number of recreation and community enrichment centers offer dance classes, including African, modern and jazz, ballet, tap, bellydancing, country-western line dancing and folk dancing.
• Fitness, Exercise & Conditioning (ages teens-adults) - Everyone is welcome to join the low, medium and high-impact aerobic sessions, stretch exercises, tai chi, walking and stepping to music held at various recreation centers. Try weight training in Shape Up for Teens and Adults at most recreation centers.
• Games (all ages) - Try your luck at bumper pool, table tennis, chess, checkers, marbles and pool. Participate in tournaments in chess and table games. Some recreation centers offer computer and electronic games.
• Gym Games & Open Gym (ages 4-teens) - Kindersports - for children 4-6 years old - introduces the basics of motor development, catching, throwing, kicking a ball and running. Children 6 years and older play kickball, hockey, soccer, wiffleball, dodgeball, 3-on-3 football and other games with coaching by Citiparks staff. Open gym allows time for unstructured play at most recreation centers. Play equipment is available and staff work with individuals and groups to encourage good play and social skills.
• Movie & Event Nights (all ages) - Bring along your friends to see the latest movies on video. All kids are welcome at these free family movie nights - complete with popcorn! Call your local recreation center for more information.
• Youth Places Collaboratives (ages 8-18) - Jefferson and Warrington Recreation Centers offer exciting afterschool programs including recreation, life skills lessons, career readiness, academic enrichment and cultural exposure and experiences. Call 412-422-6556 for details
  

Special Programs

• lBA Women's NCAA Summer Basketball League - Citiparks collaborates with the Impact Basketball Association (IBA) to sponsor the IBA Women's NCAA Summer Basketball League. This extremely competitive league is open to women who are graduating from high school or older. NCAA Division 1 student-athletes with remaining eligibility may participate in the league.
• Summer Trips (ages youth and teens) - Enjoy the summer by venturing outside the city! Call your local recreation center for details concerning field trips scheduled throughout the summer months.
• Talent Shows (ages youth-adults) - Recreation centers through the city help children and adults organize and present community talent shows, with proceeds benefiting their recreation centers' programs.
• Halloween Haunnted House (all ages) - The weekend before Halloween, Phillips Recreation Center opens its doors to celebrate Halloween in a special way!
  

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