Posts by Near West Recreation

Learn to Play Tennis Series:  For: Boys and Girls ages 7-12 When: Tuesdays, July 15 – August 12.  Rainout dates are Thursday, July 30th & August 7th & 14th  Time:  6:00 – 7:00 pm (U9) & 7:15-8:15 (U12) Locations: Jefferson Park, 3500 W. 132nd/W 133rd Street Equipment: Tennis shoes are required for all participants.  Other equipment are provided by Near West…

Near West Recreation is gearing up for another exciting soccer season, and we’re looking for local businesses, organizations, and community members to step up to the plate as team sponsors! Sponsoring a team is a great way to: ✅ Support youth sports and provide affordable opportunities for kids ✅ Gain exposure for your business with…

We’re teaming up with JumpStart Sports to bring two weeks of high-energy, sports-themed summer fun at City Life Center—and we want YOU there to wrap up summer with a bang! Camp Details: Ultimate Warrior Camp (7/28 – 8/1): Join us at the Ultimate Warrior Camp for fitness, fun and “American Ninja Warrior” type team challenges!…

Get your kids active this spring and summer.  We have learn to play:lacrosse, track, learn to play: squash, baseball and softball registration now open or opening soon.  Visit each sports page to learn more about each league and how to register.

Near West Recreation is gearing up for another exciting baseball and softball season, and we’re looking for local businesses, organizations, and community members to step up to the plate as team sponsors! Sponsoring a team is a great way to: ✅ Support youth sports and provide affordable opportunities for kids Gain exposure for your business…

Near West Recreation currently offers two divisions: Coed U9 (ages 7-9) and coed U12 (ages 10-12). Participants will be placed on teams according to their age on March 1. Kids must turn 7 before April 1. When: U9 (ages 7-9) skill sessions will run weekly on Tuesdays from April 1 – April 29 from 7:00 – 8:00…

What an unforgettable night! Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, Near West Recreation raised over $6,500 at this year’s Casino Night! These funds will directly support the Near West Recreation Champions Fund, ensuring that all youth players can participate in sports—regardless of financial barriers. We are overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who made…

You can learn more about the league and how to register by visiting https://nearwestrecreation.teamsnapsites.com/sports/basketball/

Volleyball registration is now open.  League is open to boys and girls ages 9-16.  Season runs from October 14th – December 12th.  Weeknight practices and games.  No Saturdays. Learn more about the league and how to register by visiting here. 

NWR soccer league registration is open! League is open to boys and girls ages 4-15. Registration deadline is Thursday, August 1. League practices start the week of August 19.  Games start Saturday, September 7.  Last games will wrap up on or before October 19. Near West Recreation offers four coed divisions: U6 (ages 4-6), U9 (ages 7-9), U12 (ages 10-12),…