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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.
Tai Chi (Taiji) & Qigong These related health and longevity arts originated in China and are excellent for mind and body health. They are effective for managing stress, enhancing resilience, improving balance, musculoskeletal strength, heart health and mental focus. Classes are open to both beginning students and those with experience. These movement classes are done standing and stepping and designed to build skills through repetition.
Register for jewelry classes by contacting Art! Scholarships available for Youth!
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 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. No soccer on Fridays, Aug 28, Sept 11 & 18
A six-week strength training program for young students that teaches healthy fitness habits,
stimulates the neuromuscular system, and helps prevent injuries in young athletes. 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. Everyone must call or text to register in advance 907-299-8954.
WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays 7:45-8:30am
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.
Are you interested in learning about pickleball but the days and times for scheduled opportunities do not work for you? Maybe you are not interested in attending the drop-in open play either? Maybe you have a group of folks who are also interested in learning and playing together and would like some simple and easy instructions to this fun sport.
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. If you have a Homer Public Library card you can check out the items.
Evening Drop in Basketball for 7th graders up to Adults! CANCELLED Friday Sept 4th
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 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 Starting Sept 1
FEE: $5/drop in, punch card or membership for adults, FREE for incoming 7th-12th grade students*
Note: there are some random cancellations due to school activities so be sure to check the recreation calendar.
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 ONGOING-Drop In
WHERE: HERC gym
FEE: $5/visit or cards/memberships
This pickleball opportunity is for participants ages 13 & up who have proven playing skill level of 4.0+ Participants must register in advance and sign in to play. For more info contact Rafael at rdelauz@ci.homer.ak.us
WHEN: Tuesdays, 4:30-8pm
This Pickleball opportunity is for participants ages 13 & up who have proven playing skill level of 3-3.75. Participants must register in advance and sign in to play. For more info contact Rafael at rdelauz@ci.homer.ak.us
WHEN: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
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