Youth & Middle School Sports
Welcome to the City of Greeley Youth Sports Program. The philosophy of the City of Greeley Culture, Parks, and Recreation Department is to instill a positive attitude, sportsmanship, basic fundamentals, confidence, and high moral standards. Youth Sports Programs develop the physical, psychological, and social aspects for youth. Our programs emphasize participation, fun, sportsmanship, and promotes a non-competitive, recreational approach to sports. Participants, parents, and coaches are expected to support this philosophy. Read our complete Youth Sports philosophy prior to program participation.
Important announcements appear below. Call our weather cancellation info line at 970-350-9537 for additional information. If you have questions or comments, please call 970-350-9401.
Come play with us! Beginning Oct 5-Dec*
Friday Youth Basketball Open Gym from 5-7pm at the Greeley Recreation Center (651 10th Ave).
Only $3 drop-in fee for Greeley students with school ID or $3.75 without school ID.
All boys and girls ages 8-13 years welcome.
*except Oct 26 due to rental
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Information for Coaches
Basketball
Junior Nuggets
Dinky Dunkers Basketball
Practices begin Nov 5
Participants must be age 6-7 years as of Oct 31, 2018.
Coaches’ Priority Registration Sept 3-8
Online Registration begins Sept 11
General Registration Sept 13-Oct 15, beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center or online.
Coaches’ Meeting Oct 24, 6pm, Family FunPlex
Fee $74 resident, $84 non-resident
includes Denver Nuggets jersey + 2 Denver Nuggets tickets for an NBA during the 2018-19 season!
New Team Fee $740 (max-10 players)
*no practice or games held the week of Thanksgiving
Contact
Steven Frederick
970-350-9416
Junior Nuggets Basketball
Practices will be held at various facilities Monday-Thursday beginning Jan 7.
Games played on Saturdays, beginning Jan 19.
Participants must be age 8-13 years as of January 1, 2019.
Coaches’ Priority Registration Oct 8-21
Online Registration begins Oct 22
General Registration starts Oct 24, beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center.
Coaches’ Meeting Dec 19, 6pm, Family FunPlex
Fee $87 resident, $97 non-resident
includes Denver Nuggets jersey + 2 Denver Nuggets tickets for an NBA during the 2018-19 season!
New Team Fee $870 (max-10 players)
Contact
Steven Frederick
970-350-9416
Boxing
Have fun learning the basic techniques of boxing. We offer both a youth recreational program, where you learn the basics of the sport, and a youth competitive program, where you learn the basic skills and compete.
All competitive youth boxers must have USA Boxing Insurance which requires a $55 annual fee payable to USA Boxing. Participants must bring their own mouthpiece, water bottle, hand wraps, and towel. Age 8-17 yrs.
Monday-Thursday • 5-8pm (B Team practices until 6pm/A Team practices until 8pm)
Session I Sept 3-28
Registration Deadline Sept 28
Session II Oct 1-31
Registration Deadline Oct 31
Session III Nov 1-29
Registration Deadline Nov 29
Please call 970-350-9430 for more information.
CARA Track
Come join one of Colorado’s largest recreational track programs. Learn the basics of track and field, and compete in multiple meets, including the Colorado CARA State Meet. Participants are put in heats by gender and age. Shirt size required at the time of registration. Age 5-16 years.
Practice starts June 4 at Heath Middle School (2223 16th st).
Ages 11-16 practice Tuesday/Thursday from 7:45-9:15am.
Ages 5-10 practice Tuesday/Thursday from 9:30-10:30am.
General Registration April 3-May 30 beginning at 8:30am at the at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center or online.
Fee $95 resident, $105 non-resident
Contact
Morgan Thompson
970-350-9428
Cell 970-381-1380
Figure Skating
Freestyle Sessions
Call ahead for 45-min reservations (970-350-9402)
Every M/T/Th/F • 3-3:45pm, 3:45-4:30pm & 4:30-5:15pm
No freestyle Tues, Sept 18
Extra Sessions
- Wed, Dec 26 • 2-4:15pm
- Mon, Dec 31 • 2-4:15pm
Football
Financial assistance is available for those in need.
Find out more about the Youth Assistance Fund.
Youth Spring NFL CO-ED Flag Football
This league if offered for girls and boys in 1st-6th grade. USA Football is the national governing body of the sport and official partner. Participants receive an NFL team reversible jersey and official NFL Flag belt. League practices and games will be during the week with practices on Wed and games on Fri.
Practice begins Mar 27
Coaches’ Priority Registration Feb 4-11 (Volunteer head Coach receives one free registration)
General Registration Feb 12-Mar 12 in person at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center or online at www.mygreeleyrec.com
Fee $79 resident, $89 non-resident
Contact
Steve Frederick
Office 970-350-9416
Cell 970-371-3755
2018 Young America Tackle Football
Practice starts Aug 20
Coaches’ Priority Registration June 19-July 1 (for players whose parents coach; two coaches allowed per team)
All coaches will be required to become Heads Up Football Certified.
Coaches’ Meeting Aug 14, 6pm Greeley Recreation Center, 651 10th Ave.
Online Registration starts July 2
General Registration July 7-Aug 13, 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center.
Fee $110 resident, $120 non-resident ($25 refundable)
Contact
Steve Frederick
Office 970-350-9416
Cell 970-371-3755
Learn to Skate Program
Basic Skills Learn to Skate Program
Our Basic Skills Program will help teach you all you need to know to get out on the ice. Lessons are for ages 3 years old and up. The Ice Haus Skate School provides a number of different opportunities in ice skating, whether you want to learn basic skating skills or are pursuing advanced skating techniques, jumps and spins. Our coaches are certified members of the Professional Skating Association, have years of experience and knowledge within the sport, and follow guidelines of the United States Figure Skating Association (USFSA).
Not sure which class to start with? Check out the Snowplow Sam Progression Chart.
Financial assistance is available for those in need.
Find out more about the Youth Assistance Fund.
Learn to Skate Sessions
*All participants must pay $17/year USFSA registration fee.
Holiday Learn to Skate
Dec 26-28
Snowplow Sam 1-3 • Wed-Fri • 12-12:45pm
Basic 1-2 • Wed-Fri • 1-1:45pm
Registration Deadline Dec 26
Fee $60 residents/$70 non-resident
Winter Session I Jan 12-Feb 23
Registration Deadline Jan 12
Winter Session II March 2-April 27+
Registration Deadline March 2
Fee $60 resident/$70 non-resident
*pro-rated $49 resident/ $59 non-resident
+(no class March 9 & April 20)
Snowplow Sam 1-3
Develop coordination and strength that will carry over to the Basic Skills classes.
Sat • 10:45-11:15am
Basic 1-6
Introduces participants to the fundamentals of basic skating skills.
Basic 1/2 Sat • 10:45-11:15am
Basic 3/4 Sat • 11:15-11:45am
Basic 5/6 Sat • 11:15-11:45am
Pre-Freeskate-Freeskate 6
Advanced jump-and-spin technique while combining footwork, power and edge control. The level where a skater decides to go competitive or stay recreational.
Pre-Freeskate Sat • 10:45-11:15am
Freeskate 1/2 Sat • 10:45-11:15am
Freeskate 3/4 Sat • 10:45-11:15am
Freeskate 5/6 Sat • 10:45-11:15am
Adult 1-4
An opportunity for adults to learn the fundamentals of skating.
Sat • 11:15-11:45am
Power & Conditioning
This class challenges advanced skaters by incorporating strength, flexibility, endurance and explosive power into their skating.
Sat • 10:15-10:45am
Axel Class
Learn the first major jump for figure skating. Skaters will go over exercises for the jump and will learn the axel and the double axel.
Sat • 9:45-10:15am
Competition Prep Class
This class is intended to help the skater prepare for completions. The skater will learn how to perform their program to the best of their ability while being educated on the judging system.
Sat • 9-9:45am
Youth Hockey
Find out more about the Youth Assistance Fund.
Hockey Cub Program
The program is designed to develop the necessary skills required to play hockey successfully: skating, stick handling, passing/receiving and shooting. Levels 1-5 represent a technical progression in which one level provides the building blocks for the mastery of skills needed for the next level. Age 3-15. Min-20, Max-100.
Session III Nov 11-Dec 16*
Registration Deadline Nov 11
Cub 1: Sundays from 5-5:30pm
Cub 2-4: Sundays from 5:30-6:15pm
Cub 5: Sundays from 5-5:45pm
Fee $57 resident, $67 non-resident
*pro-rated $49 resident, 59 no-resident (6 week session)
Hockey Cub 5+
An extension of Cub 5 allowing for the opportunity of the player to enhance their skill set to go above and beyond the cub program. This class helps develop the player’s “hockey sense” and provides the player with a better understanding of the game. This is a 7-week program; player must complete Cub 5.Min-3, Max-25.
Session III Nov 11- Dec 16*
Registration Deadline Nov 11
Fee $57 resident, $67 non-resident
*pro-rated $49 resident, 59 no-resident (6 week program)
Youth Recreational Hockey Leagues
Coaches teach fundamentals, team play, sportsmanship and FUN! These teams may be CO-ED. Ice Haus hockey jerseys will be distributed at the first game. This is a 7-week program with 7 practices and 7 games. Please note: registration begins at 8:30 am online; or at 9:00 am at the Greeley Ice Haus, Family FunPlex, and the Greeley Recreation Center.
Session III Nov 6- Dec 16*
Registration Deadline Nov 6
Mini/Mite Winter (Ages 4-8) Thurs 5:15-6pm & Sun 3-3:45pm
Squirt/Pee Wee (Ages 9-13) Tues 5:15- 6:15pm & Sun 3:45-4:45pm
Fee $57 resident, $67 non-resident
*pro-rated $49 resident, $59 non-resident (6 week program)
Interested in playing on a hockey team?
Look into the Greeley Youth Hockey Association.
Soccer
Spring 2019Coaches’ Priority Registration January 2-10
(for players whose parents coach; two coaches allowed per team)
Coaches’ Meeting Feb 28, 6pm, Family FunPlex, 1501 65th Ave
General Registration begins online Jan 11; in person Jan 17 beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center through February 22.
Please note the following:
- Greeley Recreation youth sports jerseys are required; please order during registration (size needed). If you did not purchase a jersey in the spring, you will need to buy one this fall. Jersey’s can be picked up at the Greeley Recreation Center or Family FunPlex if you register online.
- Team Registration is now available! Coaches pay the Team Fee at the time of registration.
- Financial assistance is available for those in need. Find out more about our Youth Assistance Fund.
Mighty Mite Soccer
Mighty Mite Soccer is an introduction league for athlete’s age 4-5 years old. Participants choose a Mon/Wed or Tue/Thurs practice and Games schedule.
Division Age 4-5 years old (preschool/kindergarten)
4 game guarantee
Practice starts Mar 18
Games begin Apr 3 & 4
Fee $55 resident/$65 non-resident
Team Fee $660 (Max-12 players)
Young America Soccer
Young America soccer will help develop fundamental skills, and provide opportunities to meet new friends and learn to work together as a team. Age 6-11.
Division Age 6 & 7 (grades K-1), Age 8 & 9 (grades 2-3), age 10 & 11 (grades 4-5)
6 game guarantee
Practice starts Mar 11
Games begin Mar 30
Fee $67 resident/$75 non-resident
Team Fee
Age 6-7 $804 (Max-12 players)
Age 8-9 $938 (Max-14 players)
Age 10-11 $670 (Max-10 players)
Contact
Steven Frederick
970-350-9416
Swim Lessons
Make sure your kids are ready for the pool with swim lessons...
Sessions
Winter Session I Jan 7-Feb 2
Registration Deadline Jan 2
Winter Session II Feb 4-March 2
Registration Deadline Jan 30
Fee $39 resident/$49 non-resident
*pro-rated $19.50 resident/$29.50 non-resident
For a full list of class times, view the Recreation Connection magazine below or register online.
T-Ball
Season begins week of June 3. Practices are on Mondays or Tuesdays and Games are on Wednesdays or Thursdays at 4 or 5pm, depending on what league you register for (M/W or T/Th).
Coaches’ Priority Registration March 27-April 6
General Registration online beginning April 8 at MyGreeleyRec.com
April 15-May 15 beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Rec Center
Age 4-7 years as of June 3, 2019
Fee $57 resident, $67 non-resident
Contact
Jerod Cronquist
970-350-9445
Cell 970-371-3902
Tennis
Quick Start Tennis
An introductory class for the young tennis player emphasizing hand-eye coordination and stroke production with an introduction to tennis etiquette and court anatomy. Classes are 30 min. in length. Age 4-6 years. Session I May 29-June 8 Session II June 12-22 Session III June 26-29 (mini session)* Session IV July 10-20 Session V July 24-Aug 3 Registration begins April 3, beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center or online. Registration Deadline May 24, June 7, June 21, July 5, July 19 Fee $40 resident, $50 non-resident *pro-rated $20 resident, $30 non-resident
Youth Tennis Lessons
Get into the swing of things with tennis for beginners through intermediate players. Must supply your own racquet. Classes 50 min in length. Age 6-15 years. Min-4, Max-8. Session I May 29-June 8 Session II June 12-22 Session III June 26-29 (mini session)* Session IV July 10-20 Session V July 24-Aug 3 Registration begins April 3, beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center or online. Registration Deadline May 24, June 7, June 21, July 5, July 19 Fee $66 resident, $76 non-resident *pro-rated fee $30 resident/$40 non-resident
Contact
Morgan Thompson 970-350-9428
Volleyball
Financial assistance is available for those in need.
Find out more about the Youth Assistance Fund.
Little Spikers Volleyball
Learn the fundamentals of volleyball with basic rules and passing, serving and rotations through this six week league. Practices will beheld on Tuesday nights with games on Thursday nights. This is a parent volunteer program. Age K-3 grades.
Mar 5-Apr 11
K-1st Grade Tue/Thu • 4-4:45pm
Grades 2-3 Tue/Thu • 4:45-5:30pm
General RegistrationJan 17-Feb 22, beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center or online.
Fee $55 resident/$65 non-resident
Location Family FunPlex, 1501 65th Ave
CARA Volleyball
Fundamentals of the sport are taught in this league. Play depends on an adequate number of coaches to meet registered player’s needs. Grades 3-8.
Mon/Wed or Tue/Thu • time varies • locations vary
New Team Registration available! Coaches pay the Team Fee at the time of registration.
Coaches’ Priority Registration Jan 2-10
Online registration Feb 15
General RegistrationFeb 22, beginning at 8:30am at the Family FunPlex and Greeley Recreation Center.
Fee $60 resident/$70 non-resident
Team Fee $720 (Max-12 players)
Contact
Morgan Thompson
Office 970-350-9428
Cell 970-381-1380
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