Fitness Fact
Thinking that bigger is better? Think again. Many recruiters and coaches are not necessarily looking for large, overweight football players. Players who are overweight but have trouble running or developing skills are not helpful to the team. Moreover, overweight players are prone to health problems as they get older, especially if their activity levels decline over time. (ACSM)
Found 51 facilities, 4 programs, and 52 leagues for Football
Football Fields
Please note: Any individual can use Parks’ recreational spaces without a permit. However, if a permit holder arrives with a valid permit in hand, you must vacate the field or court. Organized play (leagues) requires a permit. Click here for an application and more information about permits.
Patterson Playground MORRIS AVENUE, EAST 148 STREET, COLLEGE AVENUE, EAST 145 STREET (Bronx) # of Fields: 0 
Please note: Some programs require advance registration and/or recreation center membership. Always call the contact number provided before attending a program.
at North Meadow Recreation Center Recreation Center
Central Park, Cross Streets: Mid-park at 97th Street
Phone: (212) 348-4867
Field Day Kits
Use the entire field day kit or just one or two items. We provide a variety of games and sports equipment, including basketballs, handballs, whiffle balls and bats, footballs--everything you need for an individual or group outing in the park.
No pre-registration required, bring a valid photo ID. Free.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 a.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
at St. James Recreation Center Recreation Center
2530 Jerome Avenue, Cross Streets: 192nd Street/Jerome Avenue
Phone: (718) 367-3657, Phone 2: (718) 367-3658
Teen Program
Each evening, teens can partake in a variety of activities, including from billiards, basketball, ping pong, cards, computer classes, and table games.
Monday: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Free tournaments and sports programs, such as basketball, softball, and flag football, are made available for youth and teens. These programs will be made available during the holidays. Flyers and information will be posted accordingly.
at Highland Park
HIGHLAND BLVD, JAMAICA AV, JACKIE ROBINSON PKWY (Queens)
Flag Football
Free instructional flag football clinic for boys and girls ages 8-14. Tuesday & Thursday from July 7 through August 13
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Registration required-please call (718) 235-4100.
Start date: Jul 7, 2009 End date: Aug 13, 2009
Tuesday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
at Mullaly Park
JEROME AVE, MCCLELLAN ST, RIVER AVE, E 164 ST (Bronx)
Summer Sports Experience
Children ages 8-15 get free instruction in a variety of sports. Special thanks to the New York Yankees Foundation for their generous donation to fund this program. Lunch will be provided. Register on site; for more information, call (718) 430-1825.
Start date: Jul 1, 2009 End date: Aug 28, 2009
Monday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Team and league sports provide a great opportunity to get fit, socialize, and have fun. Some leagues are casual, while others are more competitive. Email or call the leagues below to find out more about your local team and its players.
Kips Bay Mustangs Youth Football
Borough: Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: Located in Kips Bay
Phone: 718.893.8254 x 306 Email
Moving the Chains Youth Football League
Borough: Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: Cheerleading & Football
Phone: 347-633-3438 Email
New York City Pop Warner Little Scholars Football League
Borough: Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: Football
Phone: 718-756-2194 Email
North Bronx Youth Sports Association, Inc.
Borough: Bronx
Age: Youth
Type: Football, Cheerleading, Basketball and Soccer
Ages 7-15
Phone: (718) 684-4903 Email
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Baseball, Girls' Softball, Basketball & Flag Football
Email
Bridgeview BTFL
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Adult
Type: Football
Phone: (347) 446-4709 Email
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Baseball, Softball, Flag Football
Phone: (917) 304-4811
Brooklyn Falcons Youth Football
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Football, Cheerleading, Track
Located in Flatbush
Phone: 347-351-3447 Email
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Adult
Type: Football
Phone: (917) 913-9111
Brooklyn Pitbulls Youth Football
Borough: Brooklyn
Age: Youth
Type: Football
Located Downtown Brooklyn.
Phone: 718-756-2194 Email
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