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Whether you are just learning to swing a bat or looking to relive your glory days, the Rocky River Recreation Department is the place for you!

We're excited to announce our dynamic year-round programming designed for participants of all ages and abilities. Our sports and leagues offerings include engaging opportunities both on-site and throughout the city, with regional travel options available for various skill levels. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills, stay active, or connect with fellow enthusiasts, we have something tailored just for you! Join us and discover the perfect fit for your athletic journey!

For Sports & Leagues questions, contact Jason Frolo

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Adult Registration:

  • Registration: Open Now

    Fees

    • Members: $65

    • Residents: $75

    • Non-Residents: $80

    Program Overview
    Whether you're new to tennis or looking to sharpen your skills, Adult Tennis offers instruction and practice opportunities for players of all experience levels. Weekly sessions focus on a specific area of the game, including forehand and backhand groundstrokes, net play, volleys, serving, and match strategy.

    Participants should bring their own racquet, although a limited number may be available to borrow.

    Location

    • Tri-City Park Tennis Courts

    Class Schedule
    Beginner Class

    • Wednesdays

    • 6:15 PM – 7:15 PM

    Advanced Class

    • Wednesdays

    • 7:15 PM – 8:15 PM

    Session Dates

    • Session 1: June 3 – June 24

    • Session 2: July 8 – July 29

    Program Capacity

    • Maximum 12 participants per class

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Youth Sport Registration:

  • Registration: Open Now

    Fees

    • Members: $65

    • Residents: $75

    • Non-Residents: $80

    Program Overview
    Pee-Wee Tennis is an introductory program designed for children ages 4-6. Participants will develop hand-eye coordination, ball control, and basic tennis skills through fun games and age-appropriate activities. Racquets are provided, but participants may bring their own if preferred.

    Program Details

    • Location: Tri-City Park Tennis Courts

    • Session 1: Fridays, June 5 – June 26

    • Session 2: Fridays, July 10 – July 31

    • Choose from:

      • 9:00–9:45 AM

      • 10:00–10:45 AM

    • Maximum 30 participants per class

    Instructor
    Laura DiPaola, United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA)

    Additional Information
    Rain make-up classes will be scheduled as needed. No make-up classes will be provided for participant absences due to vacations, illness, or other personal reasons.

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  • Registration: Open Now
    Fees: Members $165 | Residents $175

    Divisions

    • 3rd/4th Grade Padded Flag

    • 5th/6th Grade Rookie Tackle

    Season Information

    • Practice begins July 27

    • Games begin August 22

    • Season concludes mid-October

    • Home games and practices at RRHS

    Volunteer Coaches Needed
    Parents interested in coaching should indicate their interest during registration.

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  • Registration: Open Now
    Fees: Members $75 | Residents $85 | Non-Residents $100

    Who Can Participate?

    • Kindergarten

    • 1st Grade

    • 2nd/3rd Grade

    • 4th-6th Grade

    Season Information

    • Practices begin the week of August 31

    • Games begin September 12

    • Season concludes October 17

    • Practices and games held at Linden Park

    Volunteer Coaches Needed
    Parents interested in coaching should indicate their interest during registration. All coaching assignments are subject to Recreation Department approval.

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  • Registration Required

    Who Can Participate?

    • Rocky River Residents only

    • Wednesdays and Fridays

    • 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

    Registration Information

    • Registration opens 24 hours before each session

    • Register online or by phone at 440-895-2599

    Fees

    • Civic Center Members: Free

    • Rocky River Residents: $4 per session

    Program Overview
    Enjoy recreational pickleball in a fun and welcoming environment. Preregistration is required for all participants to help manage court capacity and ensure a quality playing experience.

    Registration
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    Fees (per session)

    • Members: $70

    • Residents: $80

    • Non-Residents: $85

    Program Overview
    Summer Tennis Camps provide a fun and engaging environment for players ages 6-16 to learn and improve their tennis skills. Participants are grouped by age and ability level, with instruction focused on stroke development, serving, volleying, scoring, rallying, and match play. All sessions are held outdoors at Tri-City Park.

    Camp Sessions

    • Week 1: June 8-11

    • Week 2: June 15-18

    • Week 3: June 22-25

    • Week 4: June 29-July 2

    • Week 5: July 6-9

    • Week 6: July 13-16

    • Week 7: July 20-23

    • Week 8: July 27-30

    • Week 9: August 3-6

    Camp Groups

    Group 1 (Ages 6-10)

    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

    • Focus on tennis fundamentals including forehand, backhand, volleys, serving, scoring, and rallying.

    • QuickStart tennis techniques and equipment may be used for younger participants.

    Group 2 (Ages 10-16)

    • 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

    • Focus on skill development, consistency, strategy, and match play.

    • Designed for players with some previous tennis experience.

    What to Bring

    • Tennis racquet

    • Water bottle

    • Hat and sunscreen

    • Daily snack

    • Light jacket or sweatshirt for cooler mornings

    Additional Information
    Friday of each week is reserved for weather-related make-up sessions if needed.Registration: Open Now

    Fees

    • Members: $65

    • Residents: $75

    • Non-Residents: $80

    Program Overview
    Pee-Wee Tennis is an introductory program designed for children ages 4-6. Participants will develop hand-eye coordination, ball control, and basic tennis skills through fun games and age-appropriate activities. Racquets are provided, but participants may bring their own if preferred.

    Program Details

    • Location: Tri-City Park Tennis Courts

    • Session 1: Fridays, June 5 – June 26

    • Session 2: Fridays, July 10 – July 31

    • Choose from:

      • 9:00–9:45 AM

      • 10:00–10:45 AM

    • Maximum 30 participants per class

    Instructor
    Laura DiPaola, United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA)

    Additional Information
    Rain make-up classes will be scheduled as needed. No make-up classes will be provided for participant absences due to vacations, illness, or other personal reasons.

    Registration & Flyer
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  • Registration: Open Now
    Fees: Members $165 | Residents $175 | Non-Residents $185

    Program Highlights

    • Promote teamwork, self-confidence and leadership skills

    • Support Rocky River youth football teams

    • One weeknight practice each week

    • Saturday football game performances

    Participants Receive

    • Uniform

    • Sweatshirt

    • Poms

    • Bow

    • Bloomers

    Season Information

    • Practices begin week of August 10

    • Games begin August 22

    • Season runs through late October

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  • Registration: Open Now
    Fees: Members $75 | Residents $85 | Non-Residents $100

    Divisions

    • 3rd/4th Grade

    • 5th/6th Grade

    • 7th-9th Grade

    Season Information

    • Practices begin week of August 17

    • One weeknight practice per week

    • Saturday games beginning September 5

    • Season concludes October 31

    Volunteer Coaches Needed
    Parents interested in coaching should indicate their interest during registration.

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  • Registration: Open Now
    Fees: Members $70 | Residents $75 | Non-Residents $80

    Season Information

    • 1-2 practices per week beginning late July

    • Saturday games August 22 through October 10

    • Home games at RRHS or RRMS

    Program Focus
    Fundamentals, participation, teamwork and fun.

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  • Registration: Open Now
    Registration Deadline: August 9

    Who Can Participate?

    • Boys & Girls entering 1st or 2nd Grade

    • Register according to 2026-27 school year grade level

    Program Schedule

    • Saturdays, September 5 – October 10

    • 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

    • Rocky River Civic Center Gym

    Fees

    • Members: $85

    • Residents: $95

    • Non-Residents: $105

    Program Highlights

    • Learn teamwork, self-confidence, and leadership skills

    • Weekly Saturday practices

    • Cheer at a youth football game during the final week of the program

    • Instruction assisted by Rocky River High School cheerleaders

    • Limited to 40 participants

    What's Included

    • Program T-shirt

    • Poms

    Volunteer Coaches Needed
    Parents interested in coaching should indicate their interest during registration.

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Indoor basketball court with wooden flooring, basketball hoops, and painted lines for court boundaries, featuring a Rocky River logo at the center.
A young boy throwing a baseball with a bat on a baseball field.
Group of children and teenagers in sports uniforms posing for a photo in a gymnasium.
People playing pickleball on outdoor courts under a partly cloudy sky with trees in the background.
Group of children and adults on a tennis court holding tennis rackets after a game or instruction, posing for a photo. Kids are wearing tennis shirts, and some adults are also in tennis attire, with a cloudy sky above.
A young boy in gray sports clothing and socks is playing basketball on an outdoor court, jumping to shoot the ball towards the hoop under a clear blue sky.