Spring Into Sports: Where To Sign Up And Play In Santa Cruz

With warmer days ahead, it’s a great time to get outside and stay active. Around Santa Cruz, many local leagues and programs are opening registration for the season. To help you get started, we’ve gathered a few resources where you can find more details and sign up — consider this a starting point as you explore what’s available in the community.

Youth Sports

Families in Santa Cruz have several options when it comes to youth sports leagues and programs throughout the year.

Watsonville Family YMCA

The Watsonville Family YMCA hosts youth sports programming throughout the year, helping kids develop athletic fundamentals, build confidence and have fun. The spring season is underway for youth volleyball and mini-kickers, with flag football starting on April 21.

More info: centralcoastymca.org/youth-sports-watsonville

Valley Sports Camp

Based in and serving the greater Bay Area and the surrounding regions, Valley Sports Camp offers both summer and year-round athletic programs for grades Pre-K through 8. Registration is open for spring programs, including basketball, soccer and after-school enrichment, as well as summer camp.

More info: valleysportscamp.com

Adult Leagues & Recreational Sports

Adults looking to stay active can also find opportunities to play and connect through local leagues and recreation programs.

Boardwalk Bowl

Local favorite Boardwalk Bowl offers competitive bowling leagues for adults throughout the year, with summer leagues kicking off in May-June. You can register online or by phone.

More info: boardwalkbowl.com/leagues

DeLaveaga Disc Golf Club (DDGC)

DDGC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the sport of disc golf and the preservation of Santa Cruz’ landscape. You can purchase a DDGC membership (and bag tag) online to get in on the fun.

More info: delaveagadiscgolf.com

Parks, Recreation & Community Programs

Local parks departments and community organizations often offer seasonal leagues, classes and recreation programs for residents of all ages.

City of Santa Cruz Parks & Recreation

The city’s Parks & Recreation department hosts a range of sports classes and leagues throughout the year, ranging from beach volleyball to mountain biking to dance. Current offerings for youth, adults and seniors can be found online.

More info: santacruzca.gov/Government/City-Departments/Parks-Recreation

Santa Cruz County Parks

Santa Cruz County Parks also offers year-round sports programming for all ages; registration is open for spring sports classes and summer camps.

More info: parks.santacruzcountyca.gov/Home/FindaProgram/Recreation/RecSports.aspx

However you choose to play, here’s to a fun and active spring around Santa Cruz.

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