Athletics


It's game time!  Winchester Parks and Recreation (WPRD) offers many athletic programs and leagues that will keep you moving and having fun.

All registrations are processed through CommunityPass! Individuals and Families are required to create an account in order to register for programs, process memberships, and request facilities. Go here to get started! https://register.capturepoint.com/CityofWinchester NOTE: Phone registrations will not be taken.

RDF: Resident Discount Fee

What is a RDF? In recognition that City of Winchester residents support our department through their city taxes, the City offers residents a discounted fee (RDF). Non-residents pay the regular fee for programs and leagues.


Athletics Clinics - Youth

Indoor Soccer: Winchester Parks and Recreation is partnering with Blue Ridge United to offer this 5 week fundamentals program. During the program, players will be introduced to basic techniques and tactics of the game during technical and small sided exercises.

Fencing (Ages 8-17):  WPRD is now offering fencing; one of the original sports held in the Olympic Games. The clinic is led by Tom Jobson, member of the United States Fencing Association. This course is for people of all skill levels. Come out and join WPRD for a new and exciting experience. Equipment is available for a one-time rental fee of $15 payable to the instructor.

Clinic

Ages

Dates

Time

Location

Fee

Registration Dates

6-8 BRU Indoor Soccer 6 - 8 W, 1/10 - 2/7 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym RDF: $50
Fee: $56
By 1/7
9-11 BRU Indoor Soccer 9 - 11 W, 1/10 - 2/7 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym RDF: $50
Fee: $56
By 1/7
Youth Fencing 8 - 17 F, 1/12 - 3/1 5:00 - 6:30 p.m. Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Social Hall RDF: $70
Fee: $75
By 1/11

Athletics Clinics - Teen & Adult

Fencing (Ages 18+):  WPRD is now offering fencing; one of the original sports held in the Olympic Games. The clinic is led by Tom Jobson, member of the United States Fencing Association. This course is for people of all skill levels. Come out and join WPRD for a new and exciting experience. Equipment is available for a one-time rental fee of $15 payable to the instructor.

Clinic

Ages

Dates

Time

Location

Fee

Registration Dates

Adult Fencing 18+ F, 1/12 - 3/1 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Social Hall RDF: $70
Fee: $75
By 1/11

Athletics Leagues - Youth

Pee Wee Basketball: Lace up your high tops and get ready for this exciting basketball league. Learn the basics during practices and put those skills to use during games. Practices and games are 1 hour.
**FREE Registration for City of Winchester Residents! (Must have 22601 as home zip code).

Junior Basketball (Ages 9 - 10): Lace up your high tops and get ready for this exciting basketball league. Learn the basics during practices and put those skills to use during games. Practices and games are 1 hour.
Practices will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning TH, 1/11. Games are on Saturdays.
**FREE Registration for City of Winchester Residents! (Must have 22601 as home zip code.)

Senior Basketball (Ages 11 - 13): Lace up your high tops and get ready for this exciting basketball league. Learn the basics during practices and put those skills to use during games. Practices and games are 1 hour.
Practices will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning TH, 1/11. Games are on Saturdays.
**FREE Registration for City of Winchester Residents! (Must have 22601 as home zip code.)

Clinic

Ages

Dates

Time

Location

Fee

Registration Dates

5-6 Pee Wee Basketball 5 - 6 M/SA, 10/23 - 12/16 M, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.*
SA, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.*
Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym RDF: FREE
Fee: $55
8/14 - 10/15
7-8 Pee Wee Basketball 7 - 8 TU/SA, 10/24 - 12/16 TU, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.*
SA, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.*
Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym RDF: FREE
Fee: $55
8/14 - 10/15
Junior Basketball 9 - 10 TU/TH/SA, 1/11 - 3/2 TU/TH, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.*
SA, 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.*
Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym RDF: FREE
Fee: $61
11/27 - 1/1
Senior Basketball 11 - 13 TU/TH/SA, 1/11 - 3/2 TU/TH, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.*
SA, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.*
Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym RDF: FREE
Fee: $61
11/27 - 1/1

*Team assignments and league schedule will be sent once registration has ended. Requests will NOT be accepted after the deadline.*


Athletics Leagues - Adult

None at this time.


Tournaments, Races, Events & Trips

None at this time.


Gym Drop In Play Schedule

During Drop In Play, the gym is available at the below times to anyone wanting to drop by the Recreation Center to play the designated sport. Equipment is available if needed. This is not a league or program. Organized practices of any kind are not permitted during Drop In Play times. Anyone entering the gym must pay the daily fee or have a punch pass/membership. Schedule is subject to change based on gym availability. Children under 12 must be supervised by an adult 18 years of age or older at all times. Children 12 and up may enter without an adult.

Location: Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym
Fee: Daily Visit or Membership

Fall 2023 Schedule through December
UPDATED 11/3

Program

Dates

No Session

Times

Basketball - High School+
(If under 18, bring High School or State Issued ID card. Free admission for JHHS students with school ID)
M, W 11/22, 12/25 7:30 - 9:15 p.m.
(From 1/10 - 2/7, Wednesdays will be 8:00 - 9:15 p.m.)
Basketball - All Ages SA, SU 12/16 4 - 5:45 p.m.
AM Pickleball - Ages 18+ TU, TH 11/23, 12/26 7:30 - 10:30 a.m.
PM Pickleball - Ages 18+ W 11/22 5 - 7:30 p.m.
PM Pickleball - Ages 18+ TH, F 11/10, 11/23-24, 12/8, 12/22, 12/28-29 5 - 8:30 p.m.
Familytime Pickleball - Ages 5+ SU, 11/26
SU, 12/3
SU, 12/17
11/12, 11/19, 12/10, 12/24, 12/31 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Open Gym

During Open Gym, the gymnasium is available for athletic and/or fitness activities on an individual basis. Monday - Friday, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. beginning 9/5/23.
Location: Jim Barnett Park Rec Center, Gym
Fee: Daily Visit or Membership

Outdoor Pickleball

During the warmer months, 10 lined outdoor courts are available for use free of charge on a first-come, first served basis, unless reserved for a class or event. A key for equipment can be checked out at the Rec Center. 
Location: Jim Barnett Park, Lowry Tennis Courts (4) OR *NEW* Christianson Familyland (6)
Fee: Free

Outdoor Basketball

3 full outdoor courts are available for use free of charge on a first-come, first served basis, unless reserved for a class or event. 
Location: Jim Barnett Park, Russ Potts Basketball Courts
Fee: Free

Racquetball

The Rec Center has one indoor court that can be used for racquetball, wallyball, or badminton. Court reservations can be made seven calendar days in advance for no more than two hours at a time. Reservations are recommended. Open daily during Rec Center hours. Spectators are not permitted.
Location: Jim Barnett Park Rec Center
Fee: Daily Visit or Membership

Fitness Room

The Rec Center Fitness Room provides weights, dumbbells, barbells, machines, treadmills, and ellipticals. Ages 14-16 must be accompanied by an adult 18+. Spectators are not permitted. Attire must follow WPRD fitness policy, and all policies are strictly enforced. Open daily during Rec Center hours to participants ages 14+.
Location: Jim Barnett Park Rec Center
Fee: Daily Visit or Membership

Disc Golf

WPRD's 18-hole disc golf course is located within Jim Barnett Park and is available to play for FREE! Discs are available at the Rec Center, if needed. The course meanders through 170 acres of park land and boasts a balance of long, challenging holes and short, strategic holes. Tee boxes are clearly marked with full-color hole maps and permanent colored squares in the concrete. Scorecards are available for download online.


Youth sports officials needed

WPRD is seeking youth sports officials and volunteer coaches for flag football, basketball, and volleyball leagues. Games are played weeknights and weekends. Flexible schedule is a must. Sports official applicants must be at least 16 years old, have reliable transportation, possess the ability to interact well with adults and youth, and possess the ability to understand and apply sport-specific rules. Officiating experience preferred but not required. Pay: $20 per game. Click here for more information.


Emily Yergin
Athletics Specialist
Winchester Parks & Recreation
1001 East Cork Street
Winchester, VA  22601
(540) 662-4946
Fax (540) 678-8791
Email