SKYHAWKS SOCCER (AGES 9 – 12) Fee $89 This exciting, high-energy class is perfect for beginner to intermediate players looking to build their soccer skills. Through a professional and engaging curriculum, kids will develop the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control, all while gaining confidence and having fun.
Location: Friendship Park Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Academy
Tue (6x) Tue (6x) Mar 3 – Apr 7
Jan 13 – Feb 17 5 – 5:50 pm 5 – 5:50 pm
TENNIS LESSONS (AGES 12 – 17) Fee $120 This program introduces players to the fundamentals of tennis, including essential skills, techniques, and game strategies. Led by a certified USPTA instructor, participants will build confidence, improve their game, and develop a lifelong love for the sport.
Location: Friendship Park Instructor: Mark Bruflat
Sat (6x) Feb 7 – Mar 14 10 – 11 am Sat (6x) Mar 28 – May 9 10 – 11 am YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES
WINTER SOCCER LEAGUE Our recreational youth soccer league is a fun and supportive way for players to learn and grow in the game. Kids will build skills in passing, shooting, ball control, defense, and goalkeeping, all while being part of a team. Each week includes one evening practice and Saturday morning games. Coed leagues provide every player with a team jersey and a medal to celebrate their season.
Location: Friendship Park Skills Day: Feb 14 Practices Start: Feb 23 | Games Start: Mar 7
Age Groups: 5 – 6, 7 – 8 Early Registration Deadline (Jan 21): $70 Registration Deadline (Feb 8): $80
Age Groups: 9 – 10, 11 – 12 Early Registration Deadline (Jan 21): $80 Registration Deadline (Feb 8): $90
ADULT SPORTS
DROP-IN PICKLEBALL FREE In partnership with the American Sports Centers, we will be offering an indoor drop-in pickleball option. Two courts will be available.
Location: American Sports Centers - Avondale Wed/Fri Jan 7 – May 27 8 – 11 am
FESTIVAL FIELDS SOFTBALL LEAGUES Team Fee $525 Register now for the City of Avondale's Adult Softball Season, with 14 regular-season games (two games each night) and an end-of-season single-elimination tournament.
Location: Festival Fields Park
Winter Softball League | Registration Deadline: Jan 7 Tuesday Men’s: Jan 20 – Mar 10
Spring Softball League | Registration Deadline: Mar 18 Tuesday Men’s: Mar 31 – May 19
PICKLEBALL LEAGUES Recreational Fee $55 Advanced Fee $65 Eight-week leagues are offered for players of all ability levels. Options include Women’s, Mixed Doubles, Recreational, and Advanced.
Locations: Alamar Park, Festival Fields Park, or Friendship Park
Winter Season | Resident Registration: Dec 1 – Jan 11 Non-Resident Registration: Dec 5 – Jan 11 Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
Jan 12 – Mar 7 Jan 12 – Mar 6
8 – 10 am 7 – 9 pm
Spring Season | Resident Registration: Feb 2 – Mar 15 Non-Resident Registration: Feb 6 – Mar 15 Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
Mar 16 – May 9 8 – 10 am Mar 16 – May 8 7 – 9 pm
INTRO TO PICKLEBALL LEAGUES Fee $40 The Intro League will feature a lesson in week one covering basic pickleball skills, rules, and etiquette. The next four weeks will be regular league play, coaching tips, and experienced recreation staff to answer questions and assist your pickleball journey.
Location: Alamar Park Winter Season: Tue (5x) Jan 6 – Feb 3 Tue (5x)
7 – 9 pm Feb 17 – Mar 17 7 – 9 pm
Spring Season: Tue (5x) Mar 31 – Apr 28 7 – 9 pm
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