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Ocean City prides itself on having something to enhance everyone’s recreation and leisure time. Throughout the island there are well equipped parks and playgrounds, maintained for safety and fun on a year round basis. There are baseball, softball, football, soccer, field hockey and multi-purpose fields. Numerous basketball, tennis, street hockey, shuffleboard and volleyball courts complete the array of active recreation sites, many of them lighted for added hours of enjoyment. The City’s twelve hole par three golf course provides hours of enjoyment in a scenic meadow setting. Children can choose from a variety of fun and educational programs throughout the year. Adults can take part in the full array of programs at the Aquatic and Fitness Center, as well compete in such activities as softball and volleyball. Find out more here and get involved in all that Ocean City has to offer. You’ll be glad you did!  Register Now at Community Pass.
 
 
 

Civic Center

Civic Center Schedule

 

See Open Play

 

Open Play




 

 

 

 

 

 

Schedule Subject to Change
Open Play:

 

Closed - until we can play together again

 

Schedule Subject to Change

Schedule Subject to Change

 OPEN PLAY RULES

  • Need to be an Ocean City Resident or Ocean City School Student

  • Need to be able to show proper ID

  • No hanging on basketball rims and/or basketball nets

  • No dunking of basketballs

  • No chewing of gum

  • Must clean up bottles and trash when leaving the building

  • In order to get a basketball, you must be able to leave something of value as collateral

  • No foul language

  • Shirts are required

Skateboard Park

What are the hours of operation and rules for the Skateboard Park?

Information regarding the skateboard park and the rules are as follows:
For additional rules at this time - Click Here

  1. Summer Hours: Beginning 6/15 Monday - Sunday, 9:00 AM - Dusk Winter Hours: Open Monday - Friday,  12 noon - Dusk Weekends, 9:00 AM to Dusk (weather permitting.) 
     
  2. Skateboard Park will be closed during inclement weather and/or when equipment is damaged or wet or for routine maintenance.
     
  3. The following protective equipment is required to be used while skateboarding: helmet, elbow pads, knee pads.
     
  4. Use of personally owned ramps, boxes, rails or other similar items is prohibited.
     
  5. Parental supervision for inexperienced skateboarders and those less than 12 years of age is strongly recommended.
     
  6. Skateboard Park is for skateboards only. Bikes, scooters, and roller blades are prohibited.
     
  7. No amplified sound is permitted except by permit.
     
  8. No food or glass containers are permitted in the skateboard park.
     
  9. Skateboarding is prohibited on the adjacent parking lots, sidewalks and streets.
     
  10. Proper behavior is required at all times. Abusive, profane language or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated.
     
  11. Use of alcohol and tobacco products is prohibited.
     
  12. Rules violations will result in suspension of skateboarding privileges.
     
  13. Unsafe conditions should be reported to the City of Ocean City, Department of Community Services at: 609-399-6111.
Skateboarding Private Lessons

60 min - Private Skateboarding Lesson by qualified instructor - Register Now

$45 - 60 mins
(Required Equipment: Helmet, knee & elbow pads. Must provide your own skateboard) 
After registering for your lesson please contact: Willie Fannon for scheduling: wfannon@ocnj.us  or 609-457-0537.

Instructor:
Willie Fannon - Has been actively Skateboarding since the age of 9. 31 yrs of experience. Has a background in Street Skating with a new found love of Skating Skateparks. Has Skated all over the country and has been teaching people how to skate for over 10 years. In addition to being a Skateboarding Instructor, Willie also teaches people how to Surf and Paddleboard. Willie hopes to see you at the Ocean City Skatepark!!!

 

Summer Programs

2020 Programs, Activities and Camps

Click here for a full list of 2020 summer programs

Registration is open for a few recreation offerings. Morning Sports, Golf Clinics, Theater Camp, Girls Field Hockey & Lax.

Click here to directly link to the communitypass registration site. Check your user name and password or create an account.

Be ready to BE ACTIVE and have some fun!

Winter Programs

OC Rec Basketball League / Clinics / Volunteer Coaches - 2019 - 20
OC Rec League
Hey kids! Get lots of playing time, develop skills, challenging competition and fun for all skill levels. Leagues feature competition to challenge every child’s ability in a supportive, family-oriented atmosphere. All games played at the 6th St. Sports and Civic Center.
 
Basketball Clinic is offered for grades 1-2, 3-4, prior to the season.
 
1st & 2nd grade (Co-ed) Click Here for Winter League Schedule - Click Here
Clinic Dates: Nov 16th  - 9:00AM - 10:00AM
Registration: 10/1  - 11/17 $30  add child $15 ($5 late fee after 11/25)
Games played on Saturdays 9AM beginning 11/23
 
 
3rd & 4th grade (Co-ed) Click Here for Winter League Schedule - Click Here
Clinic Dates: Nov 16th  - 10:00AM - 11:00AM
Registration: 10/1 – 11/17 $30  add child $15  ($5 late fee after 12/9)
Games played on Saturdays 10AM, 11AM or 12PM beginning 11/23
 
 
5th & 6th grade (Co-ed) Click Here for Winter League Schedule - Click Here
Games played on Mon & Wed - 5:00PM or 6:00PM beginning Dec 2nd (5:00PM)
Registration: 10/1 – 12/9 $30  add child $15  ($5 late fee after 11/25)
 
 
7th & 8th grade (Co-ed) Click Here for Winter League Schedule TBA
Games played on Wed 6:00PM & Sat 1:00PM beginning Dec 7 (1:00PM)
Registration: 10/1 – 12/9  $30  add child $15  ($5 late fee after 11/25)
 
 

The completed travel coaches applications: ~ Please note that for anyone interested in coaching a Travel Basketball Team, there is an application available on-line that is required to be completed. A selection committee will review and make the determination on who will coach the travel teams. Please go to www.ocnj.us/recreation go to Rec Activities under Coaches for the application.  Or print from above. Deadline to Apply: Oct. 20

Travel Basketball - 2019-20

TRAVELING BASKETBALL

(DUE TO SOUTH SHORE TRAVEL BASKETBALL BYLAWS: CHOICE SCHOOL & SEA ISLE CITY STUDENTS MUST REGISTER WITH AN ORGANIZATION BASED ON THEIR PRIMARY RESIDENCY.)

2019 Tryout dates:
7TH  & 8TH GRADE BOYS          NOV. 5 & 12            7:00 – 8:30 PM (INT. SCHOOL)

7TH & 8TH GRADE GIRLS          NOV. 4 & 11            5:30 – 7:00 PM (INT. SCHOOL)

5TH & 6TH GRADE BOYS           NOV. 5 & 12            5:30 – 7:00 PM (INT. SCHOOL)

5TH & 6TH GRADE GIRLS          NOV. 4 & 11            5:30 – 7:00 PM (INT. SCHOOL)

3RD & 4TH GRADE BOYS           NOV. 4 & 11             6:30 – 7:30 PM

3RD & 4TH GRADE GIRLS          NOV. 4 & 11             5:30 – 6:30 PM

TRY-OUTS WILL BE HELD AT SPORTS & CIVIC CENTER UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED
 

($85 registration fee if you make the team.  This fee also includes Recreation Basketball)

 

The completed travel coaches applications: ~ Please note that for anyone interested in coaching a Travel Basketball Team, there is an application available on-line that is required to be completed. A selection committee will review and make the determination on who will coach the travel teams. Please go to www.ocnj.us/recreation go to Rec Activities under Coaches for the application.  Deadline to Apply: Oct. 20 

 
Ocean City Travel basketball teams play in the Southshore basketball league.
To view schedules, league info and directions to game venues go to www.leaguelineup.com/southshore.
Street Hockey - 2019 - 20

 

2019 SOMERS POINT LIGHTNING STREET HOCKEY LEAGUE

(REQUIRED EQUIPMENT:  Hockey Equipment 101 tab on website)
(HELMET WITH CAGE, SHIN PADS, HOCKEY GLOVES & STICK)

 

AGES: (as of 12/31/19) Chipmunk:  4 - 6 yrs. old
                                                   Penguins:    7 – 9 yrs. old

                                      Beavers:     10 – 12 yrs. old   

                                      Cadets:       13 – 15 yrs. old   

                                      Freshmen:  16 – 18 yrs. old

 

PLAYER EVALUATIONS:  Will be notified by email                        

FEE:                                        $55.00 (Non-resident)

LOCATION:                          Somers Point

REGISTRATION:                 Deadline is Nov 22   

Online www.somerspthockey.com (click on winter registration tab)

Information: somerspthockey@gmail.com
 

Pickleball - 2019

Click here for Summer Pickleball Information

Come play pickelball! Has moved inside to the sports & civic center (Fall/Winter/Spring Location) Begins Oct 16th

Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a badminton court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic baseball (similar to a whiffle ball) and wood or composite paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays Mornings
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Advanced
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Intermediate & Beginner
11:00 AM - 12:30 AM Intermediate & Beginner

Extra paddles will be provided if needed.

Winter NYC Bus Trip - 2019

December 7, 2019 Bus Trip.  Spend the day in New York City. Bus leaves the Ocean City Transportation Center, 10th & Haven Ave at 7:30 AM. Departs New York City 6:00 PM. For more information call 609.525.9317 or email lrumer@ocnj.us

Click Here for More Information

Click Here for NYC Bus Trip Flyer

Registration begins September 1, 2019
Register Now

Thank you!


 

Spring Programs

Men's Softball League - 2019

Men's Spring/Summer Softball League

Click here for the 2017 league schedule

Men's Softball League - ASA
AGES: Post High School
LEAGUE BEGINS: Mid May - Mid August (Tues, Wed. & Thurs.)
LOCATION: 20th & Haven/Bay Ave. Fields
COST: $300 (umpire fees are not included)
INFORMATION: 609-525-9304 or kfenton@ocnj.us
REGISTRATION STARTS: April 1
 
Spring Men's Basketball League - 2020

2020 Spring Men's Basketball Schedule

 

 

Indoor Field Hockey Clinic - 2020
2020 Ocean City Recreation Indoor Field Hockey Clinic
 
We want you to fall in love with field hockey! At the 6th St. Sports Civic Center.
 
Develop Confidence in your Game
Master Fundamental Skills
Experience Game Competition
Establish Lasting Friendships
 
Field Hockey Sticks will be available. Shin Guards & Mouth Guard Required
 
Sundays:
3rd- 5th Grades: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
6th - 8th Grades: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Clinic Dates: 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5
For Ocean City Students and sending districts
 
Registration: 2/1 – 3/15
Fee: $30
Register online at https://register.communitypass.net/ocnj
or in person at the Sports & Civic Center or Aquatic & Fitness Center
For more information call 609-525-9304
Indoor Soccer - 2020

Ocean City Recreation Indoor Soccer

K - through 6th Grades

Registration 2/1 - 3/2

K - 1st Grades - League Schedule - CLICK HERE

Starting week of March 9th (Practice - will be notified by email/coach)
Game Days: Mon. &/or Wed. - starting March 16th (5pm or 6pm)
 Register Now

2nd & 3rd Grades - League Schedule - CLICK HERE

Starting week of March 10th (Practice - will be notified by email/coach)
Game Days: Tues. &/or Thurs. - Starting March 17th (5pm or 6pm)
Registration OC REC Community Pass - Register Now

4th - 6th Grades     League Schedule - CLICK HERE

Starting week of March 9th (Practice - will be notified by email/coach)
Game Days:  Mon. - Thurs. - Starting March 16th (6pm or 7pm)
Cost: $25 per player Each Additional Child $15
Registration OC REC Community Pass - Register Now

Shin Guards Required
Games held at the Sports & Civic Center, 840 E 6th St. 

Cost: $30 per player Each Additional Child $20
$5 Late Fee after 3/2
Registration OC REC Community Pass - Register Now

Register Now - Feb 1st - March 2nd

 Register online Register Now or in person at the Sports & Civic Center, 840 E 6th St. located at 6th & Boardwalk or Aquatic & Fitness Center 1735 Simpson Ave.

Printable Flyer -  Indoor Soccer Flyer

OCYAA Little League Baseball - 2019

T-Ball                        Ages: 5 (by 9/30/19) & 6 years old
                                 (Starts May 4 at 10AM, 35th Street Fields)
Minor League         Ages: 7, 8, 9 & 10 years old
Major League         Ages: 10, 11 & 12 years old
Age cut off date: Major league cannot be 13yrs old before 8/31/19

Open To: Ocean City Residents and Children that attend the Ocean City School District

(If you live in Ocean City or Sea Isle City you must register through OCYAA)
Online-Registration:
(deadline March 1)
Individual Fee - $25    2 children - $60     3 or more - $75 

www.oceancitybaseball.com

For More Information Call:  Greg Donahue at (609)576-3572 (OCYAA programs/age requirements)
Ken Wisnefski - (609) 802-3415 (registration)

UPPER TOWNSHIP SOFTBALL
Ages: 5 - 7 Yrs - Instructional League ($60)
Ages: 8 - 16 Yrs - Minors, Majors & Jr./Sr. Travel League ($100)
Registration:
($10 off if paid by 1/31/19)
Online Registration: www.uppertownshipgirlssoftball.com

Click here for Little League Flyer & info on Upper Township Girl

Pickelball - 2020

Click here for Spring Pickleball Information

Come play pickleball! Has moved inside to the sports & civic center (Fall/Winter/Spring Location)

Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a badminton court with the net lowered to 34 inches at the center. It is played with a perforated plastic baseball (similar to a whiffle ball) and wood or composite paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players.

Time:  7:15PM - 9:15 PM

Dates: 

      March 12, 19, 26

      April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

      May 7, 14

Registration Fee:

      $30.00 Season Pass

      $ 5.00 Drop in Fee 

In-person: Sport & Civic Center         

Extra paddles will be provided if needed.

Spring New York City Bus Trip - 2020

Canceled - be back for 2021

2020 May 16th Bus Trip.  Spend the day in New York City. Bus leaves the Ocean City Transportation Center, 10th & Haven Ave at 7:30 AM. Departs New York City 6:00pm. For more information call 609.525.9317 or email lrumer@ocnj.us

Click Here for more information

Registration begins March 1, 2020

3/25/20 - Registration has been closed until futher information regarding quarantined travel.

Register Now

Fall Programs

Fall Men's Basketball League - 2018

2018 Men's Fall Basketball Schedule

 

 

Pickleball - 2019

 

Location: 6th St Sports & Civic Center

Fall Pickelball Flyer - 9/12, 19, 26, 10/3, 10, 17, 24, 11/7 5:00pm - 6:30pm or 6:30pm - 8:00pm (one slot per date) Registration Fee: $25 season pass - $5 drop in fee Ocean City Residents & Ocean City Schools Sending Districts (Proof of Residency Required)

Indoor play begins OCT 16th - see winter for more details.

Any Questions call: The Ocean City Recreation Department 609-525-9304

Volleyball - 2019

2019 Volleyball for Grades 4th - 8th. Played at the 6th St Sports & Civic Center
Children are placed on teams for balance
Days: Tuesdays (10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/12, 11/19, 11/26)
Time: 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Registration: 10/1 - 11/1
Fee: $25
Any questions call the recreation office at 609-525-9304 

Register Now

 

2017-18 Women's Volleyball - Played at the 6th St Sports & Civic Center
League Schedule Click Here

Women, ages 18 & over
Days: Tuesdays
Sign up a team or be placed on a team!
League play begins Oct. 17
Time: 7:30 PM or 8:30 PM games
Registration now open
Fee: $40
Any questions call the recreation office at 609-525-9304

Register Now

Little Rec'ers Fall/Winter/Spring 2019 - 2020
The Ocean City Recreation Little Rec'ers Program - 2019 - 2020
September 16, 2019 - June 5, 2020
 
Registration for Fall 2020 - Spring 2021
Register Now - Begins August 1, 2020
 
The 3 - 5 year-old group meets Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 9:30 a.m.until 12:00 noon. Classes are held at the Recreation Building at 8th & Haven unless noted. Please provide a drink and a peanut free snack!
 
The program is based on having fun through fitness & games. Children will also have the opportunity to swim once a month.  Swim dates for TBA. Little Rec'ers will be held at the Ocean City Community Center on swim days.
 
Children must be toilet trained and be of age on October 1st. Proof of age is required at registration. The program COST: 10 PLAY DAYS $100 - 20 PLAY DAYS $170 - DROP-IN FEE: $12
 
Space is limited, so registration is on a first come, first serve basis. For more information: Kristie Fenton at Kfenton@ocnj.us or 609-525-9304
Sign up at the 6th St. Civic Center, Aquatic and Fitness Center, 1735 Simpson Ave. or online.
 
 

 

Registration for Fall 2020 - Spring 2021

Register Now - Begins August 1, 2020
 
Little Rec'ers Flyer
 

 

Coaches Corner

Volunteer Coaches Application

Printable Form - Click Here

The completed travel coaches applications may go to:

Michael Allegretto, c/o City Hall, 861 Asbury Ave., Ocean City, NJ 08226, mallegretto@ocnj.us

Wendy Moyle, c/o Aquatic and Fitness Center, 1735 Simpson Ave., Ocean City, NJ 08226, wmoyle@ocnj.us

 

The applications must be in by October 19, 4:30pm.

Coaches Information & Links

 

 

 

 

 

Coaches Application - Click Here for Printable Form

Free Online Concussion Training - Click Here for Link

New Coach Online Certification - Click Here for Link

Fingerprinting Application - Click Here for Printable Form

Fingerprinting Appointment - Click Here for Link
(Must fill out Fringerprinting Application first)
 

Great Coaching/Parent Tips

Your kid’s success or lack of success in sports does not indicate what kind of parent you are… But having an athlete that is coachable, respectful, a great teammate, mentally tough, resilient and who tries their best is a direct reflection of your parenting.

The best 6 words a parent can say after a game - "I love to watch you play"

Recreation Events

Runs, Walks & Swims

January 1, 2019 - 5k Boardwalk Run
For more information call 609-525-9300 or click here
Printable Info & Entry Form
Online Sign-up

March 14, 2020 - OC Schools We Rock Pi Day Run
Pi Day 2020 Registration

April 4, 2020 - OC CON Super Hero Run & Dash
Click Here for more information

May 18, 2019 - American Heart Walk
Click here for more information

May 19, 2019 - OCNJ Triathlon/Duathlon
Click here for more information

May 19, 2019 - Walk to End Lupus Now
Click here for more information

May 25, 2019 - 31 Heroes Memorial Day Beach Challenge
Click Here for More Information

June 8, 2019 - Ocean City Police Chase 5k Race
Click here for More info and printable application

Funs Runs - Beginning June 27, 2019
Tuesdays 6pm short distance and kids runs - Thursday 6pm long distances
For more information Click Here

July 13, 2019 - 39th Annual Master's Swim
Click here for more information

August 6, 2019 - Pamper Scamper
For more information Click Here

August 19, 2019 - Guts & Glory 5K Run/Walk
Click Here for more information

September 2, 2019 - OCNJ Labor Day Race 
Click here for more information

September 29, 2019 - OCNJ Half Marathon & 5K and new non-competitive 10 Mile Walk
Click here for more information

November 2, 2019 - Trail of Two Cities
For more information click here

November 28, 2019 - Fast and the Furriest Turkey Trot
For Ocean City Humane Society click here
Pre-register & packet pick up at the OC Community Center Wed. 23rd 4:00PM - 7:00PM
Printable application pg 1 & 2

 

 

Special Activities

2019 - 2020 Friday with Friends
Ages: 8th grade - 12th grade OC & Upper Township 8th Grade, Ocean City High School, 

Oct 11th (OC Civic Center), Nov 15th (OC Community Center), Dec 13th (OC Community Center), Jan 10th (OC Community Center), Jan 24th (OC Community Center), Feb 7th (OC Community Center), Feb 21st (OC Community Center), March 6th (OC Community Center), March 20th (OC Community Center) - 7PM - 10PM

 

All Events Calendar

Click here to view all Ocean City Special Events