2026 Boys Baseball (Ages 8-13) - Summer 2026

Summer Baseball typically has 2 practices and/or 1-2 games per week. 

Location: VIX park or ECE East Field

Times: TBD (Evenings)

Dates: May 29- July 13

Games are during the week

Volunteer Coaches needed.

• Regular Registration Cost: $90.00
• Late Registration Cost: $95.00

Junior Titan Volleyball Camp - Summer 2026

Let's get ready for volleyball season!!! Instructional camp for incoming 3rd-8th graders wanting to learn the game or increase their skills for their upcoming seasons. Coal Ridge Titans coaches and players will be instructing the players! Come join in for a time of fun and competition and let's get ready for our seasons!!!

Dates: June 29th through July 1st 

Place: Coal Ridge High Aux Gym

Times: 9:00am-10:30am 

Cost: $50.00

** Please register your child for the grade they will enter in the Fall 2025**

Fall Coed 3rd/4th Grade Soccer - Fall 2026

Our 3rd and 4th grade Coed soccer program is ready to launch its fall season! Gear up for a season full of skill-building, teamwork, and exciting game play. The fall season will kick off the week of August 17th and end on October 2nd. Practices will be held twice a week depending on coach availability at VIX Park. Games will be played against Rifle and Grand Valley Recreation!

Your player will need shin guards, rubber molded soccer cleats and plenty of water.

Please register your child as the grade they will be entering for the 2026/2027 School year!

Practice Days and Times to be determined

If you have any questions, please contact Alan at (970) 948-0988.

Fall Micro Soccer - Fall 2026

Micro Soccer

Please enroll your child in the grade they will be entering for the 2026–2027 school year.

Volunteer Coaches NEEDED! Contact Ariana at 970-456-7374 with your child's name, your date of birth for the background check, your t-shirt size, and your availability!

There will be no waiting list this season, we are only accepting 80 kids! 

Pre-K through 2nd grade (at least 4 years old)

Micro Soccer is a recreational program designed for children in Pre-K through 2nd grade. This program emphasizes having fun while teaching essential soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and scoring.

Dates & Location 

The program runs from August 19th to October 2nd, 2026 at  Alder Park,  (Pre-K & Kindergarten) - and (1st & 2nd) is a VIX PARK

Cost
Registration is $60 per child.

 Schedule: For Pre-K and Kindergarten participants, sessions are held twice a week with one practice and a scrimmage game each week. For 1st and 2nd graders, the program meets three times a week with two practices and a game on Friday evenings

Girls Youth Volleyball (3rd-6th Grade) - Fall 2026

Introduction to Volleyball  (Grades 3rd & 4th)

Introduction to Volleyball program is perfect for girls wanting to try this exciting sport. The program will focus on teaching the basic skills of the sport; passing, serving, setting and hitting. There will only be practices as we are trying to build fundaments for the next level to play games. 

Cost: $60.00  Dates: August 17th - September 26, 2026

Days:TBD   Time:TBD

at Elk Creek Elementary

Youth Volleyball League (Grades 5th & 6th)

This league will prepare young players to advance their skills with 1-2 practices a week, and league matches against other teams in our area. The focus will be on continued skill development and FUN! The games will take place with Glenwood, Grand Valley, Rifle, DeBeque, and Collbran. 

Cost: $70.00  Dates:  August 17th- September 26, 2026    

Days: TBD  Time: TBD 

at Elk Creek Elementary

Kids' Market - Summer 2026

Youth Vendors, 17 years old and younger, 

will be selling their, crafts, art and products

at our JUNE Kids' Market

Burning Mountain Park

Thursday, JUNE 11th  5pm-6:30pm

Live music - sponsored by ALPINE BANK

Products must all be handmade by the child and their friends and siblings.

Bring your own table, display, cash box... (canopy tent optional)

Register for vendor space at newcastlerec.com  $5 per space

The first 50 youth vendors to register will get a free shaved ice from Colorado Snow, at the Kids' Market -  courtesy of TRAILHEAD CHIROPRACTIC

After registration, a description of products with photos must be emailed to Kelley at kcox@newcastlecolorado.org   ... Kelley will send you an email with your vendor booth space number the week before the event.  All vendors must have their product description approved within 2 weeks of registering for a booth space.

New Castle Youth Police Academy - Summer 2026

The New Castle Police Dept. is proud to present our 2nd Annual YOUTH POLICE ACADEMY

Ages 10-14 who attend School or Home-School in New Castle

June 23rd - 26th

8am-12noon at VIX Ranch Park

$45 per participant - Must register at newcastlerec.com

This program is an educational, leadership-building experience.

Each session includes: arrest control techniques, firearm safety,  K9 demos, obstacle course

Uniforms, duty belts, and snacks will be provided.

Lunch Bunch - Kids' Kitchen on Wednesdays - Summer 2026

LUNCH BUNCH -  Each Wednesday we will gather in the New Castle Community Center Kitchen to make lunch for ourselves. We will talk about nutrition and balanced meals. We will practice setting the table and proper table etiquette. We will clean up our mess in the kitchen and do the dishes.  If we have time, we will plan the menu and shopping list for the next Wednesday meal. Our menus focus on "homemade" using kid-friendly recipes with ingredients they can typically find at home.

$20 per class / Ages kindergarten - sixth grade - Register at newcastlerec.com **

11:30am - 12:30pm  June 3rd, 10th, 17th  July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd

Community Center 423 W. Main - New Castle

No LUNCH BUNCH on June 24th or July 29th

**This class requires that our instructor buy groceries in advance. Please register early. Thank you!

Girls Youth Softball (8-13yrs) - Summer 2026

Summer (fastpitch) Softball is typically has 2x practices and/or 1-2 games per week.

Dates: May 27th - July 19th

8-10: Mon/Wed 6:30-8:00pm

FULL 11-13: Tues/Thurs 6:30-8:00pm

Location: ECE West Field

Times: TBD (Evenings)

Games will be during the week

• Regular Registration Cost: $90.00
• Late Registration Cost: $95.00

T-Ball (5-6 yrs. old) - Summer 2026

This is a 4 week program focusing on the fundamentals of baseball. 

This program typically has 1 practice and 1 "scrimmage game" a week. Practices and games are in the evenings.

T-ball Dates: June 1-June 24

$60 newcastlerec.com

Time: Monday and Wednesday 5-6pm

Location:TBD

This is a co-ed program.

Coach Pitch (7-8 yrs) - Summer 2026

This is a 4 week program focusing on the fundamentals of baseball. 

This program typically has 1 practice and 1 "scrimmage game" a week. Practices and games are in the evenings.

Coach Pitch Baseball Dates: June 1 - June 24

$60 newcastlerec.com

Date & Time: Monday AND Wednesday 6-7pm

Location:TBD

Ages: 7-8 years old

This is a co-ed program.

2026 Lego League - Competition Series - Annual 2026

Calling all builders!  Our LEGO League 2026 competitions are scheduled!

New Castle Community Center - 423 W. Main

Builders must register beforehand!

Thursdays;

April 16th, May 21st, June 18th, September 17th, October 15th

Our Lego League Competition Series is your chance to show off your building skills, Lego knowledge and creativity! Competition will take place every third Thursday of the month starting January 2026. Building will take place at the New Castle Community Center from 4:30 pm to 5:45 pm. Registration is $10 and required beforehand.

We supply all building materials to be used in the competition.

Structures will remain property of New Castle Recreation.

Individual builders will be judged in two categories based on age, 5-8 years and 9-12 years.

Individual contestants will have one hour to build a masterpiece to present to the judges.

The judges will award a 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place in each age group. Register your Lego Lover today!

Blocks & Mocks - LEGO Competition Adults & Kids - Spring 2026

Each paid participant receives 2 drink tickets to redeem at our Mocktail Bar during the competition.
(Mocktails are non-alcoholic)  Kids will be served Lemonade and Root Beer.

 
Adult Registration- $20  Youth registration- $15  Age divisions:  Youth 5-11   Youth 12-17   Adults 18 and olderFriday, MAY 22nd Doors open at 5:45 pm - Competition begins at 6:00pm

This BLOCK PARTY competition is your chance to show off your LEGO building skills, LEGO knowledge and creativity! We supply all building materials to be used in the competition. Structures will remain property of New Castle Recreation.
Individual contestants will have one hour to build a masterpiece to present to the judges.

Clay Club with Kat Nichols - Adults and Kids - Spring 2026

Basic pottery lessons instructed by local artist Kat Nichols of Clay-With-Kat

Each participant will work on their own unique hand-built pottery project / a pottery wheel is not used in this program

Specified FRIDAYS*   -   10am for 90 minutes - New Castle Community Center

Kids and Adults - Ages 6 and older   $25 per class - Register at newcastlerec.com

April 3rd

May 8th

June 5th

Learn to Fly Fish - kids - Spring 2026

Learn to Fly Fish with Beckie Brown - at ALDER PARK POND Castle Valley Subdivision, New Castle

100% of registration fees benefit "Fish for Change" local nonprofit

Ages: 8 - 15

Four  4-hour sessions available - Each session is full of hands-on fun, a great way for kids to learn about nature, fish, and how to enjoy the outdoors safely.

Each 4-hour session costs $65 per child - ALL GEAR NEEDED is PROVIDED FOR THE CLASS

Session 1:  Friday, May 1st 9am-1pm

Session 2:  Sunday, May 17th  9am-1pm

Session 3:  Friday, May 22nd  9am-1pm

Session 4:  Saturday, May 23rd  9am-1pm

What kids will learn and do:

1. Casting, knots, and fly fishing basics
2. Bug identification and learning about the local fishery
3. Fishing Alder Pond with safe catch-and-release practices
4. Fun games to practice skills and enjoy time on the water

Hogback Hustle 5k - Summer 2026

ECO POINT RACE SERIES

The Hogback Hustle 5k - Saturday, May 9th at 9AM!

 Start Time: 9:00am

Day of Registration closes at 8:50 AM!

The Hogback Hustle 5k benefits the New Castle Recreation Department and the Youth Scholarship Program.

The 5k race starts at the New Castle City Market parking lot and finishes at Burning Mountain Park downtown. Be prepared to travel back to your vehicle after the festivities as the race does not begin and end at the same location!

Cost: $30.00 per person, $35.00 after  May 1st

The first 100 to register will get a race shirt

If you have any questions about the event, you can contact the New Castle Recreation Department at 970-984-3352.

Plant Based Cooking with Brian Rossiter - Summer 2026

Healthy Plant-Based Cooking  - Adults

Instructor: Brian Rossiter

June Session:  Wednesdays 5:30-8:30pm  June 3, 10, 17   (9 hours)

July Session:  Wednesdays 5:30-8:30pm  July 8, 15, 22  (9 hours)

New Castle Community Center  423 W. Main

Adult Registration:  $150 per 9-hour session

Attendees should bring at least 4 to-go containers to bring home left-overs!

June Session: Classes will begin with a short presentation demystifying the health benefits of a whole food, plant-based diet followed by hands-on cooking. We will focus on simple, familiar ingredients like fruits, vegetables, legumes, leafy greens and whole grains. Nuts and seeds will not be included. Recipes will not include animal products, added sugar, oil, flour, soy, meat substitutes or nutritional yeast.

July Session:  Students will explore diverse cuisines from around the world. Ingredients will include fruits, vegetables, legumes, greens and whole grains. No animal-based products will be used. Some ingredients may be new to the students, offering a fun and flavorful culinary adventure.

Little Roots Adventure Program with Caroline Long - Summer 2026

Little Roots Adventures:  One week - Monday through Friday 9am-1pm

June 8th-12th    Ages:  7-12

$40 per day (4-hour days)  Register for one or more days newcastlerec.com

New Castle drop-off locations are designated each day. The group will head out on that day's adventure promptly at 9:15am. Don't be late! Each adventure will end up at the New Castle Community Center and the kids will be ready for pick-up at 1pm.

Bring a lunch, two snacks, and a water bottle. Wear proper outdoor shoes and attire.

Parents are encouraged to stop by to meet our instructor, Caroline Long, prior to the program start. Meet-&-Greet at the New Castle Community Center 423 W. Main on Wednesday, June 3rd 6pm for one hour.

Little Roots Adventures is a week-long, nature-based program designed to help children slow down, explore, and connect with the natural world. Each day includes a balance of guided mindfulness activities, nature exploration, creative arts, and free play. 

Through hands-on experiences, such as learning about local plants, nature crafts, and group activities, children are encouraged to build confidence, curiosity, and a sense of belonging outdoors.

This program is intentionally small and thoughtfully guided to ensure each child feels safe, supported, and engaged. All activities are led by a certified guide with training in Wilderness First Aid and CPR, with a strong focus on safety and emotional well-being.

Parents can also register to join in as tag-alongs with the group after passing a background check. To initiate a background check, please send your full name and birthdate to Recreation Director Kelley Cox kcox@newcastlecolorado.org

Parents will be required to sign a liability waiver online and each day at drop-off.

Registration for each date ends at 3pm the weekday before each date.

Drop-off Locations:

9:00am  Monday, June 8th:  TBD

9:00am  Tuesday, June 9th:  TBD

9:00am  Wednesday, June 10th:  TBD

9:00am  Thursday, June 11th:  TBD

9:00am  Friday, June 12th:  TBD