MANCHESTER, NH – The city’s Parks & Recreation Department will be offering several new youth programs this winter, giving families more options than ever before to stay active, try new sports, and find the right fit for their child.
Please note that registration for a few programs is closing this Sunday, January 4, 2026.
Tiny Tykes Soccer (Ages 2–5) *NEW*
*Registration ends 1/4/2026*
- Location: Hallsville Gym | 275 Jewett Street
- Cost: Manchester residents $100.00 | Non-residents $110.00
- Ages 2–3: Tuesdays, Jan 6–Feb 10 | 10:00–10:45 AM
- Ages 4–5: Thursdays, Jan 8–Feb 12 | 5:00–5:45 PM
A fun, imaginative introduction to soccer for first-time players.
Ages 2–3: [REGISTER] | Ages 4–5: [REGISTER]
Soccer Clinics w/ SUSC (Grades 1–8)
*Registration ends 1/4/2026*
- Location: Beech Street Gym | 333 Beech Street
- Dates: Saturdays, Jan 10–Jan 31
- Cost: Manchester Residents $60.00 | Non-residents $70.00
- 1st–2nd Graders: 1:00–2:00 PM
- 3rd–4th Graders: 2:00–3:00 PM
- Middle Schoolers: 3:00–4:00 PM
High-energy soccer clinics for all experience levels.
Grades 1-2: [REGISTER] | Grades 3-4: [REGISTER] | Middle School: [REGISTER]
Intro to Volleyball (Grades 2–8) *NEW*
- Location: Hallsville Gym | 275 Jewett Street
- Dates: Tuesdays, Feb 10–Mar 17
- Cost: $45.00
- Grades 2–4: 4:00–4:50 PM
- Grades 5–8: 5:00–5:50 PM
We are excited to partner with HardRock Volleyball Club to offer an introductory volleyball program this winter that will focus on skill development, confidence building, and having fun while learning the game.
Grades 2–4: [REGISTER] | Grades 5-8[REGISTER]
Feb. Vacation Camp w/ SUSC (Grades 1–8)
- Location: Beech Street Gym
- Dates: Feb 23–27
- Cost: $110, Manchester residents only
- Grades 1–4: 9:00AM–12:00PM
- Grades 5–8: 12:30PM–3:30PM
Spend the week with Seacoast United Soccer Club instructors developing your soccer skills.
Grades 1–4: [REGISTER] | Grades 5–8: [REGISTER]
Clem Lemire Hockey Tournament (Grades 5/6 & 7/8)
- Location: JFK Coliseum & West Side Arena
- Cost: Manchester residents $50 | Non-residents $60.00
- Dates: Evaluation skate in early March | Practices & games scheduled after teams are made
An annual recreational hockey tournament named after former Parks Superintendent, Clem Lemire.
Grades 5–6: [REGISTER] | Grades 7–8: [REGISTER]
Saturday Basketball Shootaround (Grades K–12) **FREE**
- Location: Beech Street Gym | 333 Beech Street
- Dates: Saturdays, Dec 6–March 14
- Times: Elementary 9 – 11AM | Middle School 11:30AM – 1:30PM | High School 2 – 4PM
- Please note that in the month of January, the program will run 9AM – 12PM only
A free, drop-in program that provides a fun, active environment for youth to practice basketball skills, get exercise, and connect with peers.
NEFA Football Showcase (Grades 5–12) **FREE**
- Location: Gill Stadium | 396 Valley Street
- Dates: Saturday, May 2 & Sunday, May 3
- Youth Session (Middle School): 9:00AM – 11:30AM
- High School Session: 12:00PM – 3:30PM
We are excited to partner with Romeo Masuku and his team at New England Football Academy again this May to host an invitational football skills camp. This is a spring program, but registration is open now.
Youth Session: [REGISTER] | High School: [REGISTER]
With more programs and more variety, we hope families can find something that fits their schedule and interests this winter. You can follow Parks and Rec on Facebook and watch for announcements about STEM programs for both February and April vacation.
Please reach out to nprovencher2@manchesternh.gov with any questions you may have about the above programs.