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Wednesday December 10, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym - WEDNESDAYS
DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Thursday December 11, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM    UNIFIED SPORTS - Unified Sports Drop-in Thursdays 10a
Unified Sports Drop In ProgramThis inclusive drop in program combines individuals with and without intellectual and physical disabilities to participate together in a variety of sports.  Unified Sports is fun way to develop motor skills and teamwork while also fostering acceptance and creating new friendships among participants along the way.  Basketball, pickleball, kickball, dodgeball, floor hockey, badminton, flag football, cornhole, soccer and more!Max of 30
 
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank Evening
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Friday December 12, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons December Fridays
This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons December Fridays
This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Community Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
Sunday December 14, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball Over 40 - SUNDAYS
DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    Tiny Tykes Soccer Magic - Tiny Tykes Winter 1: Cubs
TinyTykes is where your child’s soccer journey begins — and the adventure never stops!Through the magic of soccer and storytelling, TinyTykes introduces kids to the beautiful game in a fun, imaginative, and nurturing environment. While learning the basics — like what a soccer ball is and how to move with it — children will also build essential motor skills, confidence, and social connections with their teammates.From superhero flights across Soccer City to awesome adventures on the magic farm — every class is filled with laughter, learning, and energy. TinyTykes isn’t just their first soccer class — it’s the start of a lifelong love for play, teamwork, and sport!   Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM    Tiny Tykes Soccer Magic - Tiny Tykes Winter 1: Lions
TinyTykes is where your child’s soccer journey begins — and the adventure never stops!Through the magic of soccer and storytelling, TinyTykes introduces kids to the beautiful game in a fun, imaginative, and nurturing environment. While learning the basics — like what a soccer ball is and how to move with it — children will also build essential motor skills, confidence, and social connections with their teammates.From superhero flights across Soccer City to awesome adventures on the magic farm — every class is filled with laughter, learning, and energy. TinyTykes isn’t just their first soccer class — it’s the start of a lifelong love for play, teamwork, and sport!   Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Challenger Sports Futsal - Futsal: Winter 1
Challenger Sports is an organization of soccer educators who through their futsal program want to bring the flair and passion of Brazilian Soccer to North America.Many of Brazil's top soccer players grew up playing Futsal which helped them develop incredible foot skills and quick decision-making.The Challenger Futsal Coaches will help your players learn and practice these specialized skills along with teaching them about improvisation, creativity, ball control, and small space passing.Our program offers the perfect setting for long-term development! Many world-class footballers played Futsal in their youth and recognize the part it played on their journey.Players of the caliber of Pele, Zico, Ronaldinho, Neymar, Lionel Messi to name but a few of the South American legends all played and enjoyed Futsal.Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    Reserved
 
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved
 
Monday December 15, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Tuesday December 16, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    POP - Preschool Open Play - POP - Preschool Open Play
Looking for ways to get some energy out and meet new families in the community?  Drop in to our POP program and have some fun with your child/family.  We will provide the equipment and activity space! Parents/guardians must supervise their child at all times. This is a drop in program. Please pay the supervisor at the start of each day.
 
Wednesday December 17, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym - WEDNESDAYS
DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Thursday December 18, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM    UNIFIED SPORTS - Unified Sports Drop-in Thursdays 10a
Unified Sports Drop In ProgramThis inclusive drop in program combines individuals with and without intellectual and physical disabilities to participate together in a variety of sports.  Unified Sports is fun way to develop motor skills and teamwork while also fostering acceptance and creating new friendships among participants along the way.  Basketball, pickleball, kickball, dodgeball, floor hockey, badminton, flag football, cornhole, soccer and more!Max of 30
 
Friday December 19, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons December Fridays
This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons December Fridays
This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Community Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
Sunday December 21, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball Over 40 - SUNDAYS
DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM    Tiny Tykes Soccer Magic - Tiny Tykes Winter 1: Cubs
TinyTykes is where your child’s soccer journey begins — and the adventure never stops!Through the magic of soccer and storytelling, TinyTykes introduces kids to the beautiful game in a fun, imaginative, and nurturing environment. While learning the basics — like what a soccer ball is and how to move with it — children will also build essential motor skills, confidence, and social connections with their teammates.From superhero flights across Soccer City to awesome adventures on the magic farm — every class is filled with laughter, learning, and energy. TinyTykes isn’t just their first soccer class — it’s the start of a lifelong love for play, teamwork, and sport!   Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM    Tiny Tykes Soccer Magic - Tiny Tykes Winter 1: Lions
TinyTykes is where your child’s soccer journey begins — and the adventure never stops!Through the magic of soccer and storytelling, TinyTykes introduces kids to the beautiful game in a fun, imaginative, and nurturing environment. While learning the basics — like what a soccer ball is and how to move with it — children will also build essential motor skills, confidence, and social connections with their teammates.From superhero flights across Soccer City to awesome adventures on the magic farm — every class is filled with laughter, learning, and energy. TinyTykes isn’t just their first soccer class — it’s the start of a lifelong love for play, teamwork, and sport!   Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Challenger Sports Futsal - Futsal: Winter 1
Challenger Sports is an organization of soccer educators who through their futsal program want to bring the flair and passion of Brazilian Soccer to North America.Many of Brazil's top soccer players grew up playing Futsal which helped them develop incredible foot skills and quick decision-making.The Challenger Futsal Coaches will help your players learn and practice these specialized skills along with teaching them about improvisation, creativity, ball control, and small space passing.Our program offers the perfect setting for long-term development! Many world-class footballers played Futsal in their youth and recognize the part it played on their journey.Players of the caliber of Pele, Zico, Ronaldinho, Neymar, Lionel Messi to name but a few of the South American legends all played and enjoyed Futsal.Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    Reserved
 
Monday December 22, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Tuesday December 23, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    POP - Preschool Open Play - POP - Preschool Open Play
Looking for ways to get some energy out and meet new families in the community?  Drop in to our POP program and have some fun with your child/family.  We will provide the equipment and activity space! Parents/guardians must supervise their child at all times. This is a drop in program. Please pay the supervisor at the start of each day.
 
Friday December 26, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons December Fridays
This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons December Fridays
This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Community Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
Sunday December 28, 2025
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball Over 40 - SUNDAYS
DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Monday December 29, 2025
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Tuesday December 30, 2025
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM    POP - Preschool Open Play - POP - Preschool Open Play
Looking for ways to get some energy out and meet new families in the community?  Drop in to our POP program and have some fun with your child/family.  We will provide the equipment and activity space! Parents/guardians must supervise their child at all times. This is a drop in program. Please pay the supervisor at the start of each day.
 
Friday January 2, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons January Fridays
This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons January Fridays
This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Community Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
Saturday January 3, 2026
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Start Smart Sports - Start Smart Basketball
South Portland Rec will be offering 6 week sessions, each session focusing on a different sport. Lead by South Portland rec staff, we will be following the outline provided by Start Smart Sports, designed for children ages 3-5. What is Start Smart? Start Smart was developed by top motor skill development specialists in the field of youth sports. Parent-child groups perform motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence in children while they are having fun at the same time. Start Smart participants will develop proper motor skills without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt that will allow them to enjoy and succeed in their youth sports future!Min 6/Max 15Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Start Smart Sports - Start Smart Basketball: Session 2
South Portland Rec will be offering 6 week sessions, each session focusing on a different sport. Lead by South Portland rec staff, we will be following the outline provided by Start Smart Sports, designed for children ages 3-5. What is Start Smart? Start Smart was developed by top motor skill development specialists in the field of youth sports. Parent-child groups perform motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence in children while they are having fun at the same time. Start Smart participants will develop proper motor skills without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt that will allow them to enjoy and succeed in their youth sports future!Min 6/Max 15Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
Sunday January 4, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM    Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym Basketball Over 40 - SUNDAYS
DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM    HOOP MAGIC - Hoop Magic
This program is for boys and girls in grades K – 1. By rotating through stations, we will teach the children the basics in passing, dribbling, shooting, and defense. Participants will spend the majority of their time in stations learning the basic skills and will be wrapping up each station by playing fun games that help use the skills learned that day. Depending on numbers, sessions may need to be combined. Minimum of 12/maximum of 25. Cost includes a t-shirt.Instructors: SPHS Varsity Brianne Maloney along with SPHS basketball player volunteers.Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    SPLL Juniors Training
 
Monday January 5, 2026
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Wednesday January 7, 2026
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Adult Pickleball Open Gym - Pickleball Open Gym @ Redbank
We offer the community a variety of days to drop in and play pickleball.South Portland Community Center (6 courts playing doubles) - Max of 40 players at one time.  Redbank Community Center (3 courts playing doubles) - Max of 24 players at one time.2025/2026 PROGRAM DATES Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, Sept. 3 – Dec 29 Time: 8:00 – 11:00a   Location: Redbank Community Center (max 24)Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept 2 – Dec 11Time: 6:30 – 8:30pLocation: Redbank Community Center Dates: Mondays – Friday, Sept. 29 – Dec 23  Time: 7:30 – 11:00a     Location: South Portland Community Center (Max 40)(No open gym 10/13, 11/3, 11/4, 11/5, 11/11, 11/27, 11/28, 12/24, 12/25) Fee: (MUST SHOW ID each visit) $5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident $1.00 - Active and Veteran Military Open Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Adult Basketball Open Gym - Adult Open Gym - WEDNESDAYS
DROP IN PROGRAMS SUNDAYS Over 40 (Must be 40 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 - December 28Time: 8:00– 9:30a  Location: Redbank Community CenterOver 30 (Must be 30 years old or older)Sundays, Oct. 5 – Dec. 28Time: 2:00 – 3:45p  Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Dec. 30 (No drop in Nov. 4, Nov. 11)Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 +Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 11:30a – 1:30p     Location: South Portland Community CenterEVENING - 18+Wednesdays, Oct. 1 – Dec 17Time: 7:00– 9:00p Location: Redbank Community Center  LUNCH TIME - 18 + Fridays, Oct. 3 – Dec. 26Time: 11:30a – 1:30pLocation: South Portland Community CenterCOST (MUST SHOW ID each visit)$5.00 - South Portland Residents $7.00 - Non-Resident$1.00 - Active and Veteran MilitaryOpen Gym Frequent User Passes are available at the South Portland Community Center front desk.
 
Thursday January 8, 2026
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM    UNIFIED SPORTS - Unified Sports Drop-in Thursdays 10a
Unified Sports Drop In ProgramThis inclusive drop in program combines individuals with and without intellectual and physical disabilities to participate together in a variety of sports.  Unified Sports is fun way to develop motor skills and teamwork while also fostering acceptance and creating new friendships among participants along the way.  Basketball, pickleball, kickball, dodgeball, floor hockey, badminton, flag football, cornhole, soccer and more!Max of 30
 
Friday January 9, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Pickleball - Beginner Lessons - Beginner Pickleball Lessons January Fridays
This program is designed to help you get off the couch and on to a pickleball court near you. Come learn from a veteran racket sport instructor, David Cousins. David will teach participants the basic rules and skills of pickleball. This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with other beginner and advanced beginner players.Items to Bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson.TRUE BEGINNERS ONLY.Pre-registration is required. No Senior Discount available.Fridays - Min 8 / Max 12.Sundays and Wednesdays – Min 10 / Max 24Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Pickleball - Improvers Lessons - Improvers Pickleball Lessons January Fridays
This 4-day program is structured for you to gain the confidence to get on the court with advanced beginners and other improving players. Work on your Pickleball skills with Coach Dave! This program is intended for those who have already completed our Beginner Lessons, or those who have the fundamentals of Pickleball already down and are looking to bring themselves to the next level.  Items to bring: Sneakers (non-street shoes), water bottle, comfortable clothes, and pickleball paddle. There will be basic paddles available for use during the lesson. No senior discount.Redbank Community Center - Min 8 / Max 12.South Portland Community Center – Min 10 / Max 24.South Portland High School Courts - Min 6 / Max 8.Instructor: Dave Cousins, IPF Certified Pickleball Coach, PPR Certified Pickleball Coach, PTR Certified Professional, USPTA Elite Professional
 
Saturday January 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Start Smart Sports - Start Smart Basketball
South Portland Rec will be offering 6 week sessions, each session focusing on a different sport. Lead by South Portland rec staff, we will be following the outline provided by Start Smart Sports, designed for children ages 3-5. What is Start Smart? Start Smart was developed by top motor skill development specialists in the field of youth sports. Parent-child groups perform motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence in children while they are having fun at the same time. Start Smart participants will develop proper motor skills without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt that will allow them to enjoy and succeed in their youth sports future!Min 6/Max 15Scholarships available- Application linked below
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Start Smart Sports - Start Smart Basketball: Session 2
South Portland Rec will be offering 6 week sessions, each session focusing on a different sport. Lead by South Portland rec staff, we will be following the outline provided by Start Smart Sports, designed for children ages 3-5. What is Start Smart? Start Smart was developed by top motor skill development specialists in the field of youth sports. Parent-child groups perform motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence in children while they are having fun at the same time. Start Smart participants will develop proper motor skills without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt that will allow them to enjoy and succeed in their youth sports future!Min 6/Max 15Scholarships available- Application linked below