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Check out all the great options for indoor and outdoor recreation offered through the City of Homer. From jewelry making classes to pickleball, there's something for everyone~ Contact staff at 907-235-6090 or email: communityrecreation@cityofhomer-ak.gov.
Corn hole is one of the fastest-growing community games in the country! The rules are simple: players toss fabric bags filled with resin toward a raised wooden board with a hole at the far end. Land a bag on the board for one point, or sink it through the hole for three points. First to 21 wins! This is a drop in program and we will soon be offering tournaments and possibly leagues. Play solo or with a partner, all equipment is provided. We are partnering with the Kenai Peninsula Corn Hole Club to make this happen.
The 2025-26 Co-Ed Adult Basketball League will be starting on Sunday October 5 with regular season games until February 1. The playoffs and championship games will be held on Saturday and Sunday February 14 & 15 (possible championship game of Feb 16. No Games on Dec. 7, 28 and Feb 8. Please view the attached regular season schedule.
Thanks to all of the team sponsors!
A FREE Strength and Conditioning Program for high school students designed to increase athleticism and sports performance. For all high school participants not just those who are involved with sports. Classes taught by Recreation Programmer Rafael de la Uz. Please bring clean indoor shoes and water bottle bottle. Everyone must register in advance. Questions? We require a minimum of TWO participants for the class to go. Call or text 299-8954.
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:30-8:30am
The local Homer Elks Lodge # 2127 is partnering with Homer Community Recreation to offer a FREE THROW CONTEST for youth ages 8 to 13. This is a national event and winners will have their name put into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. This is a free event! For questions/information contact Heath Smith at 907-299-8226.
WHEN: Saturday, October 11, 9:30am-12pm
WHERE: Homer High School Gym
FEE: FREE!
Evening Drop in Basketball for 7th graders up to Adults!
Games are pick-up and called by the players. Good sportsmanship and clean indoor shoes are required.
Fitness Classes with Rafael
Strength is a means to an end, not the ultimate goal. Whether you are a full-time or recreational athlete, a parent trying to keep up with your kids, or an avid gardener, you need POWER, the ability to generate force quickly. In this class, you will develop the strong and resilient body you need and more importantly, learn how to use it.
WHEN: Mondays Wednesdays & Fridays 8-9AM
WHERE: HERC Activity Room
Drop in, pick up soccer for participants in 7th grade to adults. Casual, fun and semi- competitive soccer games at the Homer High turf. Please note: there are some time changes and cancellations due to high school activities. Please check the field schedule HERE for updated turf calendars.
Pick Up Ultimate Frisbee is a fun game and is available for players in 7th grade to adults. Activity is weather dependent.
Please note: there are some time changes and cancellations due to high school activities. Please check the field schedule HERE for updated turf calendars.
Games are pick-up and called by the players. Good sportsmanship and clean indoor shoes is a must.
Please do not bring children. For 7th graders and up.Participants in 7th & 8th grade should have parent/guardian present. Contact Eric for more information at 907-399-3737.
Come on by and learn about the fun game of pickleball! This is a class for new players. During class, participants will be introduced to the main shots, the rules, how to keep score and we’ll even play a game or two. This is a great opportunity to the learn the sport. All equipment is provided. Bring clean indoor shoes and water. First time is free!
WHEN: Wednesdays, 11:15am-1:15pm and Saturdays 9:30-11:30am ONGOING-Drop In
WHERE: HERC gym
FEE: $5/visit or cards/memberships
This is a fun indoor activity is the fastest growing sport in the country! For participants ages 13 and up. Participants in 7th & 8th grade should have parent/guardian present. Find places to play pickleball in Homer HERE
Drop in/Pick up volleyball! Learn elements of the game such as positions on the court and basic skills including set, bump, and spike. Good sportsmanship and separate clean indoor shoes are required. *7th & 8th graders MUST have parent/guardian present at all times.
Every will need to set up an account HERE and make the effort to sign in each tome you play. Youth will need parents/guardians to create account. Adults will need to pay to play and youth 7th to 12th are free and still required to check in.
WHEN & WHERE: Sundays 6:30-8:30pm at Homer High Gym
Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6:30-8:30pm at Homer Middle Gym
FEE: $5/drop in, punch card or membership for adults, FREE for incoming 7th-12th grade students*
Drop in, ongoing pickleball opportunities for players who are rated 2.5-3.5 skill level.
WHEN: Thursdays, 6:30-8pm
WHERE: HERC Gym
FEE: $5/adult $3/youth (7th-12th grade) or punch cards/memberships
The Sports Gear Lending Program is provided to allow community members to borrow sporting goods and recreational equipment from the Community Recreation Program and the Homer Public Library. There is a limited quantity and selection of items but the intent is to encourage community members to get outside to play and recreate.
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