Youth Programs

Dancers Ballet & Jazz, Beginner
Ages 6-8. This coed class will focus on ballet positions, leaps and technique. No experience needed. Dancers will explore the fundamentals of ballet and jazz dance styles. Learn choreography while increasing agility, grace and coordination. See schedule and register.

Little Dancers Ballet & Jazz
Ages 5-6. This coed class provides the perfect foundation for any little dancer. Explore movement in a fun and welcoming environment, while learning classroom etiquette, ballet positions, creative movement, and basic across-the-floor combinations. See schedule and register.

Tiny Tots Pre-Ballet
Ages 3-4. This coed class provides an introduction to ballet. Dancers will learn body awareness, rhythm, classroom technique, ballet positions and free movement. Parents are welcome to watch the last five minutes of class. See schedule and register.

Preschool Sing-along
Ages 1-5. Explore rhythms and notes through singing during this 30-minute drop-in season. Bond with your preschooler while learning new songs and meeting other kids. Enjoy milk and cookies afterwards in Pete’s Cafe. Please bring cash for this drop-in program. See schedule and register.

Parent-Preschool Swim
Ages 1-6. Come and enjoy our special swim time for infants, preschool-aged children and their parents or guardians! During the Parent-Preschool Swim the wading pool, Sammy the Seal slide, and interactive fountain areas are open for those 6 years of age and younger. Fun water toys and teaching aides are available. Learn more.

Pre-School Sing-Along
Ages 1-5. Explore rhythms and notes through singing and movement during this 30-minute drop-in session. Bond with your pre-schooler while learning new songs and meeting new friends. Fee includes refreshments afterward at Pete’s Cafe. Please bring cash for this drop-in program. See schedule.

Rhythm and Technique
Ages 7-9. Learn the basics of rhythm through hands-on participation. Instructor Michael Joseph will teach your child ways to read music by counting with the beat. Students will gain confidence to make learning musical instruments easier later on. Try it out by coming to a free workshop on Oct. 1 from 4:30-5:15 p.m. Space for the workshop is limited; please register in advance. See schedule and register.

English Riding – Beginner
Ages 8-17. This is an ideal horseback riding class for beginners. Learn basic horsemanship skills including riding, horse care and equipment usage. An indoor riding arena is used in poor weather conditions. Boots or hard-soled shoes must be worn; riding helmets are provided. See schedule and register.

Beginner Basketball
Grades K-2. Improve ball handling, passing and shooting. Coaches will lead players through drills and games to continue to build upon basketball skills and rules of the game. To register, please visit ncprdsports.com.

Fall Basketball Clinic
Grades 3-6. Hit the court to develop and improve basketball fundamentals, including ball handling, shooting techniques and defensive skills. Coaches will lead players through a variety of drills and exciting games. Clinics are open to all skill levels. To register, please visit ncprdsports.com.

Hoopers Basketball Referee
Join our team! North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District seeks referees for the Hoopers Basketball League, Grades 3-8. Games are on Saturdays, January 18-March 15. No referee experience is necessary and paid training will be provided! Applicants must be at least 15 years old. If you are interested, complete information is available at ncprdsports.com. Contact Josh Brandl at jbrandl@ncprd.com with any questions.

Pre-Kindergarten Multi-Sport
Kick it, throw it, dribble it and dunk it! Together, parents and children have a blast learning fundamental skills across multiple sports including soccer, flag football and basketball. This action-packed sports program will focus on developing each child’s motor skills through a variety of sports-specific drills and games. See schedule and register.

Sideout Volleyball
Grades 1-2 COED; Grades 3-8 GIRLS. Sideout Volleyball players will build fundamental skills and learn the importance of teamwork in a positive and encouraging environment. All practices and matches are held at an NCPRD or North Clackamas School District facility. Practice locations are located in Clackamas, Milwaukie and Happy Valley. Grade divisions are grades 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8. NEW: Keep a lookout for Sideout Boys program in the spring! Visit ncprdsports.com for more information.

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.