The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department offers various sports programs, classes, camps, leagues, and tournaments for youth and adults. Leagues are run at City ballparks and other facilities throughout the city. We operate two public gyms and three sports fields. They are available for event rentals, leagues, practice, and more.
NEWS:
► Council Authorizes Lease Agreement for City’s First Cricket Field at Westside Sports Complex (Released 12-20-2022)
► Connectivity Coming to Salinas Park (Released 12-20-2022)
► Council Awards Contract for Salinas Park Improvements (Released 12-6-2022)
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YOUTH / TEEN PROGRAMS
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Spring 2024 Self-Defense Classes
Schedule:
(6 Weeks) Wednesdays, April 17 to May 22
5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m. for ages 5 to 12
6:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for ages 13 to adult
Site: Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway
Fee: FREE!
Online Registration is required, and it is open now until May 22. (register here)
For more information, call 361-826-3478.
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Spring 2024 Mini-Dribbler Co-ed League (Basketball)
Eligible: Boys and Girls ages 3 to 5
Season: (5 Weeks) March 23 to April 20
Games: Saturdays, between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Site: Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway
Fee: $50/player
Late Fee: $75/player
Online Registration: Open now through March 10 (register here)
Late Online Registration: March 11–17 (register here)
For more information, call (361) 826-3588.
► Flyer
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Summer 2024 Youth Camps
Six different sports are offered:
Basketball (8 camps)
Volleyball (5 camps)
Soccer (4 camps)
Cheer (2 camp)
Football (2 camps)
Speed/Agility (1 camp)
Program Season Dates: June 3 to August 1
Eligible: Boys & Girls ages 6 to 16 (ages vary by sports camp)
Online Registration: Open on April 15 until the first day of each camp (register here)
(On-site registration will NOT be available.)
Fee: $70/week/camper
Locations:
Ben Garza Gym (1815 Howard St.)
Corpus Christi Gym (3202 Cabaniss Pkwy.)
Instruction is provided by highly experienced professionals.
For more information, call (361) 826-3588.
► Flyer (includes complete schedule)
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Summer 2024 Youth Basketball League
Eligible: Boys & Girls ages 6 to 13 (as of June 1, 2024)
Online Registration: April 4–May 19 (register here)
Late Online Registration: May 20–26 (register here)
Fee: $60/player
Late Fees: $85/player
Season: Monday–Thursday, June 10–28, 2024 (3 weeks; 6 games)
Locations:
Ben Garza Gym (1815 Howard St.)
Corpus Christi Gym (3202 Cabaniss Pkwy.)
For more information, call (361) 826-3588.
► Flyer
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Summer 2024 Indoor Soccer League
Eligible: Boys & Girls
Five Division Play: U8, U10, U12, U15, High School, Adults
Online Registration: May 1–24 (register here)
Late Online Registration: May 25–31 (register here)
Fee: $250/team
Late Fees: $275/team
Season: June 9–July 21, 2024 (no games on June 29 & 30)
Games will be played on Saturdays and Sundays.
Individuals wanting to be added to a team may call
361-826-3482 to be placed on the waiting list.
Locations:
Ben Garza Gym (1815 Howard St.)
Corpus Christi Gym (3202 Cabaniss Pkwy.)
For more information, call (361) 826-3588.
► Flyer
ADULT PROGRAMS
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Spring 2024 Adult Softball League (Two Divisions)
Two Divisions: Men’s and Co-Ed
Site: Greenwood Softball Complex, 4501 Greenwood Dr.
SCHEDULE for three leagues:
1st League: January 8 to February 1
2nd League: February 12 to March 7
3rd League: March 18 to April 11
Games: Mondays through Thursdays, between 6 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Fee: $350/team (teams only)
Online Registration Deadline: January 7 (register here)
For more information, call 361-826-3478.
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Spring 2024 Competitive Adult Volleyball League
Eligible: Co-Ed ages 18 and up
Games: Monday evenings, March 4 to April 15, between 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Site: Ben Garza Gym, 1815 Howard Street
Fee: $375/team (12 players maximum per team)
Online Registration Deadline: February 19 (register here)
For more information, call (361) 826-3588.
► Flyer
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Spring 2024 Men's Recreational Basketball League
Eligible: Men ages 35 and up
Season: (7 weeks) March 14 to April 25
Games: Played on Thursdays between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Site: Corpus Christi Gym, 3202 Cabaniss Parkway.
Fee: $400/team (12 players maximum per team)
Online Registration: January 8 to February 27 (register here)
For more information, call 361-826-3478.
► Flyer (updated)
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Adult Drop-In Volleyball
Eligible: Men and women ages 18 and older
Program: Every Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. (Closed on City holidays)
Site: Ben Garza Gym, 1815 Howard Street
Drop-In Fee: $5/player (register here)
NOTE: Only online payments will be accepted (no cash payment available).
For more information, call 361-826-3478.
► Flyer
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Adult Drop-In Basketball
Eligible: Men and women ages 18 and older
Program: Every Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Closed on City holidays)
Site: Ben Garza Gym, 1815 Howard Street
Drop-In Fee: $3/player (register here)
NOTE: Only online payments will be accepted (no cash payment available).
For more information, call 361-826-3478.
► Flyer
For more information, call (361) 826-3478 or (361) 826-PLAY.
GYM - PROGRAMS & RENTALS
The Corpus Christi Parks & Recreation Department operates two gymnasiums which offer programs year-round. The facilities are available for programs and rental use only. If you are interested in offering a sports program or would like to rent a gym, please call the Athletics Program at (361) 826-3478.
GYMS
Ben Garza Gym l 1815 Howard St. l (361) 826-3588
Corpus Christi Gym l 3202 Cabaniss Pkwy. l (361) 826-1726
SPORTS FIELDS
Greenwood Softball Complex l 4501 Greenwood Dr. (in Dr. Hector P. Garcia Park) l (361) 826-3460
Dick Runyan Field l 3800 Gollihar Rd. (in Evelyn Price Park; leased) l (361) 826-3460
Raymond R. Dulak, Jr. Ball Field l 1901 Paul Jones Ave. (in Southside Sports Complex; leased) l (361) 826-3460
BASKETBALL COURTS AT CITY PARKS
We have over 80 basketball courts (5 are covered) at parks throughout our city. Go shoot some hoops!