Youth Programs

Shooting Stars Basketball League
Ages 5 & older. Shooting Stars basketball is for players with additional needs and disabilities.  Athletes participate in fun basketball activities, social time and skill building in a supportive and positive environment. Big Dippers (ages 12 & older) have an optional weeknight practice and Saturday game. Little Dippers (ages 5-14) have a Saturday practice followed by a game. All athletes receive a jersey. See schedule and register.

Dance and Cheer Stars League
Grades K-5. This coed, recreational program teaches the fundamentals of dance, cheer motions, and jumps in a fun and supportive environment. All divisions will showcase their skills in two seasonal performances for family and friends. Locations of performances are to be determined. All families will be responsible for providing their own black leggings or black athletic type pants for performances. A team t-shirt will be provided. To register, please visit ncprdsports.com.

NEW! Melodies in Motion: Yoga, Songs, and Movement
Ages 3-5. Introduce your child to movement and music! This fun, energetic class designed to engage the body and mind. Combines playful music, lively movement activities, and simple animal yoga poses. Each session encourages creativity, coordination, and relaxation through song-based games, rhythmic exercises, and gentle stretches. See schedule and register.

Preschool Sing-A-Long
Ages 1-5. Explore rhythms and notes through singing and movement during this 30-minute drop-in session. Bond with your preschooler while learning new songs and meeting new friends. Fee includes refreshments afterward at Pete’s Cafe. Please bring cash for this drop-in program.

Pre-Kindergarten Basketball
Ages 3-5. Together, parents and children experience how fun basketball can be! Learn new skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, running and agility. See schedule and register.

Beat Explorers: Rhythm and Technique for Kids
Ages 7-9. This fun and interactive drumming class introduces children to the basics of rhythm and drum techniques. They’ll learn to read simple drum notation, play basic beats, and explore different rhythms through engaging activities, games, and hands-on drumming.

Preschool Sing-A-Long
Ages 1-5. Explore rhythms and notes through singing and movement during this 30-minute drop-in session. Bond with your preschooler while learning new songs and meeting new friends. Fee includes refreshments afterward at Pete’s Cafe. Please bring cash for this drop-in program.

English Riding – Beginner 1
Ages 8+ Ideal class for beginners. Learn basic horsemanship skills, including riding, horse care and equipment usage. Indoor riding arena used in poor weather conditions. Boots or hard-soled shoes must be worn and riding helmets are provided. Parents are welcome to sign up and join in the fun with their child for a memorable and engaging experience together. See schedule and register.

English Riding – Beginner 2
Ages 10+ For riders who have taken the beginner riding lesson and can walk and trot without help. Indoor riding arena used in poor weather conditions. Boots or hard-soled shoes must be worn and riding helmets are provided. See schedule and register.

Dance and Cheer Stars League
Grades K-5. This coed, recreational program teaches the fundamentals of dance, cheer motions, and jumps in a fun and supportive environment. All divisions will showcase their skills in two seasonal performances for family and friends. Locations of performances are to be determined. All families will be responsible for providing their own black leggings or black athletic type pants for performances. A team t-shirt will be provided. See schedule and register.

Pre-Kindergarten Basketball
Ages 3-5. Together, parents and children experience how fun basketball can be! Learn new skills like dribbling, passing, shooting, running and agility. See schedule and register.

Hoopers Basketball League
Grades K-12. The NCPRD Hoopers Basketball program emphasizes age-appropriate skill development and teaches fundamental techniques, while encouraging teamwork and sportsmanship in a positive, learning environment. See schedule and register.

Shooting Stars Basketball League
Ages 5 & older. Shooting Stars basketball is for players with additional needs and disabilities.  Athletes participate in fun basketball activities, social time and skill building in a supportive and positive environment. Big Dippers (ages 12 & older) have an optional weeknight practice and Saturday game. Little Dippers (ages 5-14) have a Saturday practice followed by a game. All athletes receive a jersey. See schedule and register.

STEAMventures: Engineering Simple Machines
Ages 7-10. Join a team of junior engineers to build bridges, tall buildings and pyramids. Find out how simple machines work, including screws, inclined planes, wedges, levers and pulley. When combined, learn how they can create more complicated compound machines. See schedule and register.