Spring & Summer Sports Registration Open   Learn to Play Lacrosse: 5-week skill clinic focused on teaching the fundamentals and basics of lacrosse Season Dates: March 31 – April 30 Days: U9 (ages 7-9) Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:15 pm U12 (ages 10-12) Thursdays 7:00 – 8:15 pm Location: Urban Community School LAX Field/McBride Gym, 4909…

We’re thrilled to announce a special NWR Night with the Cleveland Cavaliers! Join us on Sunday, April 5th, as the Cavs take on the defending Eastern Conference Champions, the Indiana Pacers in fun night of basketball. Exclusive Perks for NWR Families: Discounted tickets – starting as low as $24 each Swag bag for every NWR…

We still have spots in our Wednesday Night Girls League (Ages 12-15). Our Wednesday Girls League offers a fun, supportive, all-girls environment where players can build skills and confidence through basketball. • First 4 weeks: Skill clinics • Last 4 weeks: Games Wednesdays, Jan 28 – Mar 18 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm Register here:…

Near West Recreation’s annual fundraiser is back! Please save the date for Saturday, February 7 from 6 -10 pm at St Wendelin Church Hall, 2281 Columbus Rd.  All proceeds from Near West Recreation’s Casino Night fundraiser will go towards Near West Recreation Champion’s Fund (financials assistance fund) and ensure all our players can pay a…

Basketball registration is open.  Deadline is December 14.  Season runs from January 19 – March 21. We have divisions for kids ages 7-15.  Learn more and register by visiting https://nearwestrecreation.teamsnapsites.com/sports/basketball/

Join us for a 4-week series where you’ll learn yoga poses along with simple mindfulness and social-emotional tools that support balance, connection, and well-being.  Family yoga takes place on Mondays and youth-only yoga on Fridays.  Learn more and register by visiting clicking here.   Deadline October 9th.

Share you voice. Help shape the future of NWR! Take our short community survey and tell us what new programs and activities you’d love to see.  Take the Survey

Volleyball registration is now open.  We have programs for kids 7-17.  You can learn more about the league and how to sign up by visiting https://nearwestrecreation.teamsnapsites.com/sports/volleyball/

Celebrate Parks & Recreation Month with Near West Recreation — Here’s How You Can Get Involved This July, we’re celebrating everything parks, play, and community! Near West Recreation depends on people like YOU to help keep our programs accessible, active, and growing. Here are simple ways you can support NWR this month: Summer Camp Registration…

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…