Ages 6 and up. Discover a new sport or bring back a lost love! Learn how to roll! Just for the fitness or the beginning of a competitive career. Instruction includes guidelines for safety, components of an inline and traditional quad roller skates, basic skating skills, proper techniques and exercises. For beginner to intermediate. Skate rentals provided upon request. Bring protective gear (helmet, elbow, wrist guards, and knee pads). Instructor: World Champion United Skates Roller Sports and Skate Inline Associated Certified. Call Christie for questions 703-623-7354

Ages 5-9. Yoga is known for its valuable lessons in strength, flexibility, creativity, and stress relief, Children will learn poses that they will want to use at home. Yoga can be integrated into a child's overall appreciation of fitness, while encouraging play and imagination.

Ages 3-6. Develop mental, physical and social abilities through creative games and activities taught by highly experienced staff, who are trained to work with young children. Learn individual skills and teamwork and, most importantly, have fun! Master basic coordination and agility with and without a soccer ball in a confidence-building environment. Class takes place outside on Jefferson Houston field.

Ages 3-6. Play in fun basketball skill-building games to create or fuel a passion for the game of basketball. Come dressed in athletic apparel.

Ages 2.5-4 with adult. Forward rolls, handstands and bridges are the fundamentals introduced in a fun, playful setting. This class will include a group warm-up and individual drills with parent participation.

Ages 5-8. Beginner tumblers will start learning basic techniques, such as forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands and bridges. A fun warm-up exercise will help athletes attain these skills.

Ages 6-11. Learn the basic stance, lunge, parries, and attacks, as well as the basic concepts of fencing. All ages will use Nerf foam sabers and have the option to wear fencing equipment.

Ages 2-6. Specialized for our youngest age group, a variety of fun games are professionally designed to delight and engage kids in physical education. A non-competitive environment and fun are encouraged above all else to develop motor skills, promote physical fitness and create self confidence.

Ages 7-10. FirstServe Tennis teaches the fundamentals of tennis with a low ratio in a fun, friendly, and supportive atmosphere. All basic strokes are covered. Class will be held if "feels like" temperatures are above 40 degrees. Please bring a racquet and sports shoes. Ratio 6:1

Ages 3-5. Start your kids in this premier lifetime sport so they can start developing fundamental athletic skills including visual tracking and hand-eye coordination. Enhance their already growing brains with creative and cognitive challenges as classroom meets tennis court. This internationally acclaimed early childhood tennis education curriculum is a combination of academic and sports activities and keeps your kiddos engaged. Best of all it is so much fun! Class takes place inside the Durant Center.

Ages 18 mos.-3yrs w/adult. This class is designed to help stimulate and introduce some basic balancing, tumbling, agility techniques to your child. This class will include a group warm-up and individual drills that will consist of parent participation.

Ages 7-14. This skateboard program is jam-packed with fun, excitement, and safety. Participants will receive instruction on how to safely ride, tack turn, kick turn, approach ramps, rock n roll, rock to fakie, olly, grind, drop in and get air. Instructional moves and skating games will be incorporated daily. Participants should bring their own skateboard, pads, and helmet.

Ages 9-15. Does your child like to play basketball? Do they enjoy the feeling of making shots? Would they like to make shots more often? In this class they will learn the fundamentals of shooting from professional basketball skill trainers with proven techniques that they have used to develop the skills of countless high school, college, and professional basketball players for over 20 years.

Ages 3-6. Introduce your child to the fundamentals of Taekwondo! This provides so much more than physical fitness. Your child will learn the basics including kicking, punching, self-defense, balance, discipline, focus, respect and group interaction. New exercises are introduced each week to help build a childs self-esteem and physical conditioning. Instruction provided by a World Taekwondo Federation certified instructor. Uniforms are required after the first class and are part of the tuition.

Ages 6-10. Our Bike for Kids program is expertly-designed to develop your child into a confident and safe bike rider. Taught by experienced instructors in a small group setting, our program is balance-based and participants learn to stride, glide and then ride! At each session, participants will learn and practice skills like speed control, turning, starting/stopping in an encouraging environment, with personalized instruction tailored to their needs.

Ages 6-9. Get ready for an action-packed adventure with our Speedball Sports Program designed for kids ages 6-9! Combining the excitement of soccer, basketball, and ultimate frisbee, Speedball is the ultimate team sport that keeps kids on their toes and engaged. In our program, young athletes will develop agility, coordination, and teamwork skills while having a blast with friends. Each session is filled with high-energy drills, fun games, and competitive scrimmages that foster sportsmanship and confidence. Parents, this is the perfect opportunity for your child to make new friends, stay active, and discover their love for sports in a fun and supportive environment. Don’t miss out on the excitement—sign up today and watch your child shine on the field!

Ages 5-9. A fun class to get active in a friendly environment that develops coordination, motor skills, communication, speed and agility. A great class for children that like to run, jump, laugh where we invite light competition. A fun way to make friends and prepare for other sports. We focus on stamina and endurance by introducing various relays, obstacle course and flexibility.

Online registration has closed for the Winter Basketball League. Please contact our Reservation & Registration Office at 703.746.5414 for current registration information.

Ages 7 - 18. League play will be available for boys and girls ages 7 - 18 as of March 31, 2025. (Players age 18 must still be in high school). Teams are formed in the 8, 10, 12, 14 and 18 & under leagues. Recreation districts form youth basketball teams except for boys' teams in the 14 & 18 and under divisions, which are formed by a skills assessment and draft system. Practices for the youth basketball league will begin the week of December 9. Practices are held in the neighborhood recreation centers and schools throughout the City of Alexandria. Coaches will begin contacting players in late November/early December with the practice information for your team. Practice days, times, and locations vary by team. League games will be played on the weekends starting January 11. Open to City of Alexandria residents only. For more information, please contact the Sports Office at 703.746.5402.

Ages 5 & 6 as of March 31, 2025. An introduction to the sport of basketball focused on teaching the fundamentals such as dribbling, shooting, passing and rebounding. Open to City of Alexandria residents only.

Ages 5 & 6 as of March 31, 2025. This developmental basketball program will focus on teaching the basic fundamentals in a non-competitive environment. Games will be coached and officiated by staff and no score or standings will be kept. Baskets will be lowered to 8 feet. Open to City of Alexandria residents only.

Ages 6 - 14. Develop fundamentals in the sport of track and field. This program is focused on running techniques, sportsmanship and healthy competition.

Ages 3 - 5. Come get your run on! This class promotes physical fitness and develops skills such as running, jumping, and throwing in a fun environment.

Ages 4 - 8 as of April 30, 2025. Participants will work with instructors on the basics of throwing, catching, fielding, and hitting. The goal is to teach the game of baseball and get ready for the upcoming season. Open to City of Alexandria residents only.

Ages 3 - 5. Learn the basics of basketball, baseball, tennis and volleyball in a fun and energetic atmosphere. Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of each sport. Dress in comfortable clothing and bring your own water bottle.

Ages 10 & up. Learn the principles of modern sport fencing including footwork, blade control, and technique. Foils, masks, and jackets provided (no rental fee). Please wear comfortable athletic clothing. Court shoes or cross trainers recommended. $30 non-competitive USA Fencing membership required (details at first class session). Instructor Olde Town Fencing

Ages 15 & up. New players learn the fundamental strokes: forehand, backhand, volleys, overhead and serve. Build consistency in groundstrokes and develop an initial ability to rally. Students are encouraged to repeat this class until they can consistently put the ball in play.

Ages 15 & up. Players with limited on-court experience will strengthen stroke fundamentals and develop the movement, positioning and skills necessary for initial singles and doubles match play. Prerequisite: Completion of Tennis 1 or similar experience. Instructor to participant ratio 4:1.

Ages 15 & up. Bounce-Boom Racquet Sports uses innovative teaching techniques focused on eye tracking, movement, and ball striking skills in a fun learning environment with a low student to instructor ratio. These key skills minimize errors, boost consistency, and help you learn quicker. Level 1 players learn the fundamentals, scoring, and develop a lifelong love of the game.

Ages 15 & up. Bounce-Boom Racquet Sports uses innovative teaching techniques focused on eye tracking, movement, and ball striking skills in a fun learning environment with a low student to instructor ratio. These key skills minimize errors, boost consistency, and help you learn quicker. Level 2 players learn important match-play skills that will improve results in open play and tournaments.

Ages 18 & up. Enjoy playing pickleball while learning basic strokes such as volleys, dinks and serves. Learn how pickleball scoring works and how to play this wonderful social game.

Ages 18 & up. Use your pickleball skills and abilities to develop and employ competitive strategies and tactics. Enjoy a higher level of winning play with specific game relevant tactics through specific drills and open play. This class takes place outside at Armistead Boothe Park courts. Instructor Advantage Tennis.

Ages 15 & up. Bounce-Boom (FirstServe Tennis) helps players who have the ability to rally, refine stroke production and introduces tactics & techniques needed for competitive match play. Intended for players who have completed Tennis II or have similar experience. Ratio is 4:1. Tennis racquets are not provided.

Ages 15 & up. Bounce-Boom Racquet Sports uses innovative teaching techniques focused on eye tracking, movement, and ball striking skills in a fun learning environment with a low student to instructor ratio. These key skills minimize errors, boost consistency, and help you learn quicker. Level 3 players will increase power and accuracy while learning advanced match-play techniques and tactics.

Ages 6-9. Participants continue their gymnastics progressions expanding their skill level on vault, uneven bars, balance beam and floor exercise. This class will focus on strength, flexibility and clean execution of skills

Ages 3-5. Participants will learn basic tumbling and yoga skills with dance movement.

Ages 12-17. Learn basic gymnastics floor skills using proper body position and correct form with training equipment. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination.

Ages 5-11 yrs. Learn the fun and fundamentals of Taekwondo! Children will learn the basics including kicking, punching, self-defense, core strengthening, balance, discipline, focus, respect and group interaction. New exercises are introduced each week to help build a child’s self-esteem and physical conditioning. Uniforms are not required, casual comfortable clothes preferred. THIS IS A NO COMBAT NO CONTACT ZONE/NO SPARRING, where Dragons are born.

Ages 18 and up. Are you interested in learning the fundamentals of Pickleball? Pickleball is played on a court, and combines elements of badminton, ping pong and tennis. Come out, have fun, meet new people and get some exercise! Please wear tennis or court shoes. All equipment is provided.

Ages 18 and up. Classes will focus on competitive play and teaches gamesmanship. Drills will nclude footwork, weight transfer and spin serve. Please wear tennis or court shoes. Students must take intro to pickleball prior to registering for this advanced level class. All equipment provided.

Ages 4-6. Little Kicks Soccer includes energetic activities that enhance kids' soccer skills, teamwork, and overall sportsmanship.

Ages 2-3 w/adult. Little Kicks Soccer includes energetic activities that enhance kids' soccer skills, teamwork, and overall sportsmanship.

Ages 3-5 w/adult. Little Athletes is a fun and exciting collaboration sports class with TIP Top Sports. The program is an athlete's dream. It is filled with various Sports, games and lead in activities that will allow kids to develop their true passion for sports.

Ages 12-17. Calling all teen basketball stars! Teen All-Star Night is your chance to shine. Show off your aerial skills in the Dunk contest, display your shooting prowess in the Three-Point Competition, and represent your side in the East vs. West game. Join us for an epic night of hoops, and be part of the action!

Ages 6-8. Run and Shoot Basketball is a basketball program developed to teach the fundamentals of basketball in a fun and exciting way! This class will introduce and teach basketball techniques that will help build a foundation and everlasting appreciation for the sport. Each class is filled with fun mini games and specific skill building in passing, shooting, dribbling, and defense.

Ages 2-3 w/adult. The emphasis at this age is to have fun. This class is geared toward helping establish the true passion and excitement of tee ball while learning the fundamentals of the sport. This is a co-ed program developed for athletes ages 2 to 3 years old. Adult participation required.

Ages 5-9. Learn basic gymnastics skills on four events (vault, bars, beam, and floor) using proper body position and correct form with training equipment. The class will rotate to alternating events each week. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination.

Ages 3-6. Learn to play like the pros in this exciting and interactive tennis class that consists of not only singles and doubles games and round-robin play, but also of a variety of drills and cardio exercises that will keep kids agile and on their feet during game play. Kids learn the fundamental rules of the game and techniques that will make them feel like experts in the sport.
*Students need a racket for the class

Ages 5-9. Champions Soccer includes energetic activities that enhance kids' soccer skills, teamwork, and overall sportsmanship.

Ages 5-8. Tip Top Sticks offer exposure to two different stick sports all in one session. Kids will begin learning hockey first, then lacrosse. Students will learn the fundamentals of each sport while developing stickhandling, passing and scoring through scrimmage games and learning about sportsmanship. Excellent opportunity to learn multiple sports in a safe and dynamic environment.

Ages 3-5. Learn basic gymnastics skills with dance movement! The class will rotate to alternating events each week. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination.

Ages 5-9. Players will develop an understanding of the game, rules, and technical skills in a fun-filled, exciting environment.

Ages 4 - 8 as of April 30, 2025. Teams are formed by recreation districts Teams will practice once or twice a week (practice days & times vary by team) Open to City of Alexandria residents only. Starting with the Spring 2025 season, T-Ball & Coach Pitch leagues will be organized and managed by Alexandria Little League. Please visit alexandrialittleleague.org for more information and to register.