Hartford Girls Sports Club | Basketball (Girls)
Hartford LadyCanes, GHYMCA, Justice Education Center, and Active City are partnering to provide The Hartford Girls Basketball Program which will empowers girls through tiered basketball opportunities—introductory, intermediate, and competitive levels—combined with holistic wellness activities like leadership training, mental health support, and nutrition workshops, fostering confidence, teamwork, and personal growth in a supportive community environment.
Cost - FREE
Program runs year-round | LOCATION: Wilson Grey YMCA
Tues, Weds, Thurs 5:30pm-7:30pm
Girls Ages 10-18 | (Click Here to Register) |
Developing the Future Autism Sports | Basketball
Beginners recreational basketball for students on the Autism Spectrum. It will incorporate beginners basketball skills and provide an opportunity to acclimate themselves to socializing with other students on the spectrum. Youth who are on the autism spectrum ages 12-22. Email for more info: [email protected]
Cost - FREE
Program runs 9/10 through 11/5 | LOCATION: Colt Park Basketball Courts
Wednesdays 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages 12-22 (Youth who are on the autism spectrum) |  (Click Here to Register) |
Hartford's Proud Drill Drum and Dance Corp | Dance & Drum
Hartford’s Proud aim to provide a positive, non violent, and safe environment where youth can build relationships and be exposed to broad experiences and opportunities through music, dance, and the arts so that they excel academically, socially, and artistically throughout life.
Cost - FREE
Program runs continuously | LOCATION: Swift Factory (10 Love Ln)
Tuesdays 4pm-6pm
Ages 5-24 | (Click to Register) |
CT Double Dutch | Double Dutch & Single Skip Rope
Certified coaches with many years of experience. Program training focuses on conditioning and teaching the fundamentals of competitive Double Dutch/skip rope for girls & boys. All skill levels welcome in a safe, family oriented, fun environment.
Cost - First 2 Weeks FREE, $25/month (multiple child support available)
Program runs 9/8 through 10/31 | LOCATION: 49 Charter Oak Ave
Mon, Wed, Fri 5:30pm-7:30pm
Ages 5-18 (14-18 junior coaches)
|  (Click Here to Register) |
Troop Double Dutch | Double Dutch
Double Dutch is more than just a game. Youth in our program learn discipline, teamwork, eat healthy snacks and have fun.
Cost - FREE unless jumpers join Troop Double Dutch competitive teams.
Program runs year round | LOCATION: Willie Ware Rec Center (697 Windsor St)
Mon, Wed 6pm-7:30pm
Ages 5-19
|  (Click Here to Register) |
Hartford Sports & Recreation Department | Flag Football
Flag Football program run by Sports & Rec Department in partnership with 32Sports. The program is designed to create an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of football, develop teamwork skills, and make lasting memories.
Cost - FREE
Program runsTBA | LOCATION: Annie Fisher
Wednesdays 5:30pm-8pm
Ages 6-14 | (Co-Ed Registration | Girls Registration) |
AmiGolf Academy | Golf
AmiGolf Academy welcomes children and youth to learn golf in a fun and supportive environment. We teach the fundamentals of golf for short game putting and chipping and full swing irons, hybrids and woods to develop confidence, perseverance and sportsmanship. We also teach golf etiquette, healthy habits and social skills for networking. (Clubs can be provided for participation)
Cost - $25
Program runs 9/6 through 10/11
| LOCATION: Keney Park
Saturdays 3pm-4pm
Ages 5 - 13 |  (Click Here to Register) |
Peaceful Dragon | Martial Arts
Discipline is the key to a peaceful life. We invite your children to join us and learn the art of disciplined natural peace and learn to discipline themselves so that they can live in peace.
Cost - FREE
Programs runs 9/2 through 12/2 | LOCATION: Willie Ware Rec Center (697 Windsor St)
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6pm-7pm
Ages 10+ |  (Click Here to Register) |
Hartford Soccer Club | Soccer
Soccer Basics (ages 3-4): emphasizes fun and play while learning the basic skills of soccer. *ONLY AT UCONN LAW*
Rec Soccer (ages 5-14): emphasizes fun while focusing on soccer skills, teamwork, and playing the game. Pipeline to competitive program if interested.
Cost - $50 (financial aid available)
Programs runs 9/6 through 10/24 | LOCATIONS: Colt Park & UConn Law School
Saturdays 9am - 12pm
Ages 3* & 5-6 | 9am
Ages 4* & 7-8 | 10am
Ages 9-13 | 11am
*Only at UConn Law
|  (Click to Register) |
Hartford Premier Development League
| Soccer
Rec soccer for boys and girls ages 3 - 19. Pipeline to competitive program available if interested.
Cost - FREE (Ages 3-6), $135 (Ages 7+)
Program runs 8/19 through 11/14 | LOCATION: Cronin Park
Saturdays 10am-11:30am
Ages 3-19
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Hartford Lions Soccer Academy | Soccer
Fun, skill-building, recreational and competitive games! We’re eager to create memorable moments with you and the kids, fostering their soccer abilities. Our program is open to both Hartford and non-Hartford residents.
Cost: $70
Program runs 8/26 through 10/26 | LOCATION: Global Communications Academy
Wednesdays & Saturdays
Ages 3-15 |  (Click to Register) |
Hartford Sports & Recreation Department | Swimming Lessons
Swimming lessons operated by the City of Hartford new sports & rec department.
Lessons will be offered for two skill levels (beginner & advanced) at the two indoor pool facilities. Visit MyRec for more information.
Cost - FREE
Program runs TBA | LOCATION: Arroyo Rec Center in Pope Park & Parker Memorial Community Center
Days and Times Vary
Ages 4-17 | (Click Here to Register) |
Police Athletic League | Basketball, Boxing, Flag Football, Martial Arts
Program is for boys and girls of all skill levels. Learn to play program.
Cost - FREE
| LOCATION: 50 Williams St (Global)
Weekdays 4:30pm-6pm
Ages 8-18
| (Register In Person) |