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The Parks and Recreation Department has one of the largest and most extensive recreational programs in the area. From dodgeball to karate, the department is sure to have a program perfect for you. Please feel free to contact a representative for more information on recreational programs.
Kansas City Parks and Recreation Department athletic field(s)/complexes and tennis courts can be used the following ways:
- Open walk-on play - First come-first served, no reservation required, although priority is given for those holding a valid Field Use Permit, Tennis Court Rental or Facility Use Agreement.
- Field Use Permit - Short-term reserved use of fields/complex/court. Fee required for permit.
- Tennis Court Rental - Short-term reserved use of tennis court. Fee required for permit.
- Facility Use Agreement - Long-term, reserved use of fields/complexes by leagues and organized sports organizations; insurance and fee required. This option can be with or without concessions.
You may reserve an athletic field beginning the first Monday of February, for reservations in that calendar year.
See below for information about volleyball leagues, adult sports, youth sports, runs and recreational programs for individuals with disabilities.
Adult Men's Basketball League
Southeast Community Center, 4201 E. 63rd Street
Jan. 8
Sunday, 2 - 6 p.m.
$360 per team
Calling all men who believe they have the skills to beat some of the top players in the Metropolitan area. Space is limited and slots will fill up fast. For more Information, call 816-513-0631.
Co-ed Adult Volleyball League
Southeast Community Center, 4201 E. 63rd Street
Jan. 10 - Feb. 28
Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:45 p.m.
$175 per team
This is a recreational volleyball and is for those who enjoy spending time with quality people and friendly competition. For more Information, call 816-513-0631.
Adult Volleyball League
Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 N.E. Antioch Road
Jan. 10 - March 6
Tuesday, 6:30 - 9 p.m.
$175 per team
This is a co-ed recreational volleyball league with round robin play and rally point scoring. For more Information, call 816-784-6100.
Adult Dodge Ball League
Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 N.E. Antioch Road
Mar. 12 - April 30
Monday, 6 - 9 p.m.
$175 per team
This is an open team league. Matches will be determined based on number of teams entered. Minimum match will be 2 out of 3. For more Information, call 816-784-6100.
Adult Basketball League
Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 N.E. Antioch Road
March 13 - May. 8
Tuesday, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
$360 per team
For more Information, call 816-784-6100.
Futsal
Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 N.E. Antioch Road
March 8 - April 12
Tuesday, 6 - 9 p.m.
$220 per team
Ages 15 - 18 years old
Work on your outdoor soccer skills during the off season. Futsal is a great skill developer, demanding quick reflexes, fast thinking, pin-point passing, and a four-second limit on all play restarts. For more Information, call 816-784-6100.
Futsal
Kansas City North Community Center, 3930 N.E. Antioch Road
March 8 - April 12
Thursday, 6 - 9 p.m.
$220 per team
Ages 11 - 14 years old
Work on your outdoor soccer skills during the off season. Futsal is a great skill developer, demanding quick reflexes, fast thinking, pin-point passing, and a four-second limit on all play restarts it is an exciting game for children as well as adults. For more Information, call 816-784-6100.
Youth Basketball League
Southeast Community Center, 4201 E. 63rd Street
Jan. 12
Tuesday/Thursday, 6 - 9 p.m.
$175 per team
Ages grade 9 -12
A competitive youth basketball league for grades 9-12. Space is limited and slots will fill up fast. Games played at Central High School. For more information, call 816-513-0631.
14 and Under Youth Basketball League
Garrison Community Center, 1124 E. Fifth Street
Jan. 28 - March 3
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
$75 per team
Ages 14 and under
This is a youth recreational basketball league for teams wanting to sharpen their skills and play against other recreational teams. Each team will play each other once and winner will be determined by the team with the best record. All fees must be paid before the league starts. For more information, call 816-784-1140.
Nix/Klice youth boxing
Gregg/Klice Community Center, 1600 John "Buck" O'Neil Way
Boy and girls ages 9-21
Cost $20 per month
Classes will instruct youth in the skills and techniques of boxing. For more information, call at 816-513-0651.
The Wilderness Run in the Shoal Creek Living History Museum
Don't miss the 10th annual Wilderness Run. This challenging cross-country run/ walk in beautiful Hodge Park will have you running through the museums village, up and down hills, over logs, through the woods, crossing creeks and more! Participants will receive a long sleeve T-shirt, homemade soup, bagels, and fruit. New for our 10th birthday, all 5 mile course finishers will receive a commemorative medal! We've also added a 2 mile fun run for 2011 as well.
23rd Annual Kris Kringle 5K run in Swope Park
Held annually, the second Saturday in December, the Kris Kringle 5K run provides exercise and enjoyment for participants of all fitness levels. The cross country course will take you up and down hills, over fields and through historic Swope Park. Everyone that pre-registers, will receive a Kris Kringle Run long sleeve shirt. For more information, call Helston Singleton at 816-513-0632.
Recreational Programs for Individuals with Disabilities |
Inclusive recreation
The Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with UMKC-Institute of Human Development, are providing inclusive recreation opportunities in Kansas City.
National Sports Center for the Disabled Sports Camps
This FREE interactive camp allows kids with disabilities, either physical or developmental, age 6-18 to experience first hand the sport of basketball. This fun-filled day will include instruction and skill development, use of equipment, games and prizes.
 Kansas City Royals Baseball Camp
YMCA Challenger Field, 200 NW 87th Terrace, KCMO
Friday, July 8
9:45 a.m. - Registration
10 a.m. to Noon - Camp
FREE baseball camp for kids ages 6 -18 with physical or developmental disabilities. The Camp will include instruction and skill development, use of equipment, games, prizes, snacks and scheduled appearances by select Kansas City Royals players. For more information about NSCD-KC and it's programs, please call Amy Allen at 816-513-7571. Register Now!
Aquatics (all ages)
Gregg/Klice Community Center, 1600 John "Buck" O'Neil Way
Aquacise, Monday/Wednesday 7-7:45 p.m., $20
Aquacise, Tuesday/Thursday 6-6:45 p.m., $20
Swim lessons, Monday/Wednesday 6-6:45 p.m., $30
For more information, call 816-513-0651. National Sports Center for the Disabled
The Parks and Recreation Department serves as an affiliate for the National Sports Center for the Disabled, which is based in Denver. The Kansas City branch provides services to more than 400 local children, youth and adults with disabilities and provides quality outdoor sports and therapeutic recreation programs that positively impact the lives of people with physical, cognitive, emotional or behavioral challenges.
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