Fall Sports
Fall Leagues
All other activities are listed in chronological order and the registration link is listed under each activity.
If you are interested in a scholarship, please apply here.
Thank you to our Soccer Title Sponsor, TD Bank!
TBD for 2026
Coed | Fri, 4:30-5pm
Crossings Park | $75, includes Jersey and size 3 ball
Must be 3 by Sept. 1
Our introduction to the beautiful game! The Future Stars program is the first chance to learn the basic skill of the sport. Participants will learn foot control on the ball, and go through skill stations of shooting, passing, dribbling and throw-ins. Live play will also be incorporated. This is not a league, there are no full games or pre-made teams. Participants are there to learn the skill and incorporated them in modified game play each week.
Program is led by Island Rec Athletics Staff members and any interested volunteer coaches who would like to help teach skills.
Please bring/wear: shin guards and cleated soccer shoes
TBD for 2026
$95, Full jersey kit (jersey, shorts, socks) and age-appropriate size ball U6/U8 - size 3 U10 - size 4 U12/U14 - size 5
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Come be part of the largest and premier Island Recreation program offered! Participants will be placed on teams in their age division and with a coach. Coaches decide on their practice day and times during the week and communicate that with their team. There is a 7 week regular season and followed by a 1 week playoff tournament that every team 1st grade and up participates in. Island Rec Athletics staff governs the program and volunteer coaches assist with the teams they coach
Program is led by Volunteer coaches who enjoy the aspects of coaching and the sport of soccer. They can request 1 player outside of their own child for their team. Requests outside of that may be made, but are not guaranteed in the interest of creating balanced teams and fair competition.
Please bring/wear: shin guards and non-metal cleated soccer shoes
Practices will be held during the week scheduled by coaches between 4-7pm
Pre K/K games are on Friday evenings at Crossings Park
1st graders and older play Saturdays and/or weeknights at Chaplin Park
Groupings by Current Grade or Appropriate Age
Girls: Pre K/Kindergarten, 1st/2nd grade, 3rd/4th grade, 5th/6th grade, 7th/8th grade
Boys: Pre K/Kindergarten, 1st/2nd grade, 3rd/4th grade, 5th/6th grade, 7th-9th grade
TBD for 2026
Boys, Ages 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12
Tues/Wed/Thurs/Sat, 6-7:30pm*
$50, price includes Use of helmet, game pants, game jersey. Each player will also receive a t-shirt.
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*Practices will be T, W, Th and games on Saturdays. Practices take place at Barker Field. Home games will be played at HHIHS stadium. The Gator football program will return to tradition in 2025. This youth contact program has been on Hilton Head Island since 1969. With our return, we will be going back to our traditional colors (green and yellow). In addition to developing football skills and techniques there will be a strong focus on teaching sportsmanship, teamwork, and life skills. Many coaches with varying levels of playing and coaching experience will help guide these young men.
Please bring/wear: Cleats, practice pants and shirt. The program will provide all game day wear (ie jersey, pants, helmet, shoulder pad). State ID, Military ID, or Passports will be required to play
All other activities are listed in chronological order and the registration link is listed under each activity.
If you are interested in a scholarship, please apply here.
September 12, 5-7pm
October 24, 4:30-6:30pm
November 14, 4-6:00pm
Mid Island Tract | Coed, ages 8 & up (adults too!) | $30/person
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Monthly Sessions
Coed, Ages 5-12
Wed & Thurs: 6:15-7:00pm
Fitness Classroom 2 | $130
New students must pay for a uniform. Through this program, you will learn self-confidence, a mixture of cardiovascular endurance, strength training, and flexibility exercises. This will improve reflexes and coordination while increasing strength and stamina. Overall fitness will be achieved.
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S1: Oct 18, 10-11:30am
S2: Oct 21, 3:30-4:30pm
Ages: 4-8 | $15/person
Rowing & Sailing Center
Come join Moore To Life and Island Rec Center for Spooky Snakes & Craft, a hands-on adventure where kids ages 4–8 can discover the fascinating world of snakes in the Lowcountry! Young explorers will meet our friendly mascot, Cornelius the corn snake, and learn what makes these slithery creatures so important to our environment. After the up-close encounter, we’ll channel our creativity with a spooky-inspired craft to take home. It’s the perfect mix of learning, laughter, and a little bit of spooky fun!
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October 19
Sunday, 12-2:30pm
Reg by Oct. 17
Coed, 3rd-5th grade
Island Recreation Gym
During the clinic, participants will engage in various drills focusing on fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense. Will Avery, along with his coaching staff, will share his expertise, offering personalized guidance to help each player improve their game. The clinic emphasizes teamwork, sportsmanship, and the love of basketball, encouraging a positive and supportive environment.
Former Duke player, assistant coach, and NBA player, Will Avery will be the lead instructor.
Please bring a basketball.
1st-6th Graders
Sessions through October
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Advancing training for players. Essential support for coaches. Stronger soccer for our community.
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Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14, Jan 11
Sundays, 11am-12:30pm
Coed, ages Ages 5-13
HHIHS Swamp Field
Free clinic for boys and girls in grades K-8. This free clinic will be on Sundays once per month. The dates of the clinic are: Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14, Jan 11
Led by Kieran McArdle, a professional lax player for the Philadelphia Waterdogs. Kieran has been playing for 12 years as a professional!
No equipment necessary. Wear cleats if you have them.
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October 2-3
Coed, ages 3 to 12
Thursday & Friday
10/02: 4-5:30pm
10/03: 6:30 to half-time
Hilton Head Island High School
$55, includes T-Shirt
🎃 Pumpkin Spice & Friday Night Lights! 🏈 Join us for our Fall Cheer Camp under the Friday night lights at The Nest!
👏 Cheer on the team during the run-through and perform at halftime under the lights!
Led by Annette Lee, 15 years Head Coach experience
Mondays: Register Now
w/Coach Wendy Phelps
Sept 15-Oct 20, 4-4:45pm
Wednesdays: Register Now
w/Coach Emily Zapiec
Sept 17- Oct 22, 4:45-5:30pm
Coed, Ages 4 – 7
Chaplin Park Tennis Courts
$60/6 weeks
Is your 4-7 yr. old child new to tennis? If so, is program is for you. Smaller racquets and slower balls are a game changer in terms of learning quickly, developing basic tennis and aletic skills, and having fun. Public Tennis (PTI) offers tennis clinics and introductory play opportunities for children, adults, and adaptive athletes. We make tennis fun! Email julie@publictennis.org with questions including choosing the right clinic for your child.
Our coaching team at Chaplin includes certified teaching pros and volunteers who are equipped to teach levels from beginner rough advanced. Public Tennis, Inc. is a UA Community Tennis Association and a UA Foundation NJTL chapter.
Loaner racquets will be provided for those who do not have them.
Thursdays: Register Now
w/Coach Mike Endicott
Sept 18-Oct 23, 6-7:30pm
$84/6 weeks
Coed, ages 10-16
Chaplin Park Tennis Courts
This is an advanced “yellow ball” clinic. To qualify, players mu be able to demonstrate advanced skills and fundamentals including groundstrokes, serves, dep, spin and control on a full 78-foot court. is clinic will focus on weapon development, transitioning between offense and defense, adding pace and spin, and direction of shots. Public Tennis (PTI) offers tennis clinics and introductory play opportunities for children, adults, and adaptive athletes. We make tennis fun! Email julie@publictennis.org with questions including choosing e right clinic for your child.
Our coaching team at Chaplin includes certified teaching pros and volunteers who are equipped to teach levels from beginner rough advanced. Public Tennis, Inc. is a UA Community Tennis Association and a UA Foundation NJTL chapter.
Loaner racquets will be provided for those who do not have them
Tuesdays: Register Now
w/Coach Mike Endicott
Sept 16-Oct 21, 5-6pm
Wednesdays: Register Now
w/Coach Emily Zapiec
Sept 17-Oct 22, 5:30-6:30pm
Coed, Ages 8-11
Chaplin Tennis Courts
$72/6 weeks
Is your 8-11 yr. old child new to tennis? If so, is program is for you. Smaller racquets and slower balls are a game changer in terms of learning quickly, developing basic tennis and althetic skills, and having fun. Public Tennis (PTI) offers tennis clinics and introductory play opportunities for children, adults, and adaptive athletes. We make tennis fun! Email julie@publictennis.org with questions including choosing e right clinic for your child.
Our coaching team at Chaplin includes certified teaching pros and volunteers who are equipped to teach levels from beginner rough advanced. Public Tennis, Inc. is a UA Community Tennis Association and a UA Foundation NJTL chapter.
Loaner racquets will be provided for those who do not have them.
Wednesdays: Register Now
w/Coach Mike Endicott
Sept 17 -Oct 22, 5:30 -6:30pm
Coed, ages 8-15
Chaplin Park Tennis Courts
6 Week session - $72.00
Has your child been involved in introductory tennis either at Chaplin or another facility? This program will help them take their game from beginner to the next level. In is clinic, our focus on ball control, rallying, and fundamental playing skills opens up a variety of fun and productive tennis games! Public Tennis (PTI) offers tennis clinics and introductory play opportunities for children, adults, and adaptive athletes. We make tennis fun! Email julie@publictennis.org with questions including choosing the right clinic for your child.
Our coaching team at Chaplin includes certified teaching pros and volunteers who are equipped to teach levels from beginner rough advanced. Public Tennis, Inc. is a UA Community Tennis Association and a UA Foundation NJTL chapter.
Loaner racquets will be provided for those who do not have them.
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September, October, November
Coed, ages 7 & up
Tuesdays, 2:45 - 6pm
Bristol Sports Arena
Transportation is provided from Rec!
September, October, November
Thursdays
Elementary & Middle School Children
Session 1: 3pm-4pm
Session 2: 4-5pm
Climbing Wall at the Island Rec Center
*child must be between 40-300lbs
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August 22
Coed, ages 8-14
Friday, 4:30-6pm
Crossings Park
Free, includes shirt
Come join us for a FREE, ONE NIGHT ONLY Youth Rugby Clinic with members of the USA Olympic Team and other capped internatonal players, as well as your favorite Hilton Head Rugby Club members. No experience required, come give it a try and bring a friend.
Hilton Head Rugby’s Alex MacDonald will be one of the leads on the clinic, but will be joined by official USA players and coaches from some of the best youth teams in the country. Stay tuned for a hopeful announcement on a surprise guest!
Please bring/wear: Water Bottle, cleats if you have them
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Aug 25 - Sept 29 | Reg by Aug 17
Coed, ages 11-13
must be in 6, 7, or 8 Grade
Mondays, 4:15-5:30pm
Charles Perry Gym - Island Rec Center
$85, includes Island Rec Volleyball T-Shirt
Participants will actively learn and work on all skills of the sport with the opportunity to learn how to play the game as well and opportunities for team play.
Sessions will be led by Island Rec Athletics Superintendent Chuck Mullen who has a 20 year background in coaching volleyball at the college level.
Please bring/wear: knee pads are encouraged but not mandatory
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Aug 25 - Sept 29
Register by Aug. 17
Coed, age 9 as of August 1
must be in 4 or 5 grade
Mondays, 3-4pm
Charles Perry Gymnasium - Island Rec Center
$85, includes Island Rec Volleyball T-shirt
An introduction to the sport of Volleyball! participants will learn all the basic skills of the sport including passing, setting, spiking, and serving. Participants will also learn the rules of the game and how to play and be given plenty of opportunity to learn through playing!
Sessions will be led by Island Rec Athletics Superintendent Chuck Mullen, who has a 20 year background in coaching volleyball at the college level.
please bring/wear: knee pads are encouraged but not mandatory
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July 28- Oct 25
Reg by Aug 1
Girls, Ages 7-12
Tues, Thurs, Sat, 6-7:30pm
Barker Field
$50, includes use of cheer uniform for the season
Youth cheer program to operate along side our youth football program.
