Children's Sports and Dance Classes at Central Queens

Early Childhood (Ages 3-6), Teens (Age 13-17), Youth (Age 6-12)
Central Queens (Forest Hills)
A young boy holding a basketball in a gym.

Upcoming Events

Commonpoint Basketball Academy Central Division (Girls Only) Open Houses – December 10 and 21

Overview

We are excited to announce the opening of our Youth Sports classes for Winter from Sunday, January 11 through Monday, March 30, 2026! Our dynamic instructors will guide your child to reach their full potential through engaging and age-appropriate sports curriculum. Registration begins Saturday, November 15– space is limited!

10 weeks: $240 members / $300 non-members ( Sports)

18 weeks:  $517 members / $ 625 non-members (Dance)

19 weeks   $541 members /  $655 non-members (Dance)

20 weeks  $ 565  members/ $ 685 non-members (Dance)

Winter 2026 Sports and Dance:

Basketball

Basketball Skills Clinics and Advanced Clinics

Our Basketball Clinics are designed to teach the fundamentals of basketball. Our progressive games and drills focus on the basics of dribbling, shooting, and passing. These co-ed classes aim to introduce the basics of basketball through fun games that inspire love for the game.

Our Advanced Clinics are designed to introduce athletes to more advanced skills and team play concepts. These clinics will introduce your athlete to complex team basketball concepts including offensive and defensive plays, effective communication, and leadership roles.

AGESlevelDAYSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
5-7Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundayJanuary 1110:30 – 11:25$240$300
5-7Skills ClinicThursdayJanuary 154:00 – 4:55$240$300
8-10Advanced Skills ClinicSundayJanuary 1110:30-12:00$320$400
8-11Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundayJanuary 1111:30 – 12:25$240$300
8-11Skills ClinicTuesdayJanuary 135:00 – 5:55 $240$300
8-11Skills ClinicThursdayJanuary 155:00 – 5:55$240$300
11-14Advanced Skills ClinicSundayJanuary 1112:00-1:30$320$400
12-15Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundayJanuary 1112:30-1:25$240$300

Commonpoint Youth Basketball League – Western Division

(Ages 12–15)

We are excited to bring back our youth basketball league for Winter 2026 for players 12 – 15 years old!

For players who want to experience the excitement and intensity of friendly competition the chance to be placed on a team with their peers. This in-house league is comprised of age-based divisions and is run by Commonpoint staff sports coaches. Throughout the season, practices are held once per week and the weekly games are officiated by professional referees. Players learn valuable life lessons from the team environment like cooperation, communication and good sportsmanship.

Teams will play and train for one hour on Tuesday evenings (6:00-8:00pm) and Sunday evenings (6:30-8:30 pm). (21 Sessions)

Players uniform shirts will need to be purchased separately ($30).

$420 members / $525 non-members

Commonpoint Youth Basketball League – Eastern Division

(Ages 9–11)

We are excited to bring back our youth basketball league for Winter 2026 for players 9 – 11 years old!

For players who want to experience the excitement and intensity of friendly competition the chance to be placed on a team with their peers. This in-house league is comprised of age-based divisions and is run by Commonpoint staff sports coaches. Throughout the season, practices are held once per week and the weekly games are officiated by professional referees. Players learn valuable life lessons from the team environment like cooperation, communication and good sportsmanship.

Teams will play and train for one hour on Thursday evenings (6:00-8:00 pm) and Sunday evenings (4:30-6:30) pm. (21 Sessions)

Players uniform shirts will need to be purchased separately ($30).

$420 members / $525 non-members

*NEW* Commonpoint Youth Basketball League – Central Division (Girls)

(Ages 8-12)

Join our brand new girls’ basketball division, part of our in-house recreational league, where teamwork, skill, and confidence are built both on and off the court.

For players who want to experience the excitement and intensity of friendly competition the chance to be placed on a team with their peers. This league is comprised of age-based divisions and is run by Commonpoint staff sports coaches.  Throughout the season, practices are held once per week and the weekly games are officiated by professional referees. Players learn valuable life lessons from the team environment like cooperation, communication and good sportsmanship.

Teams will play and train for one hour on  Wednesday evenings (7:00-8:00 pm) and Sunday afternoons (2:30-4:30) pm.  (17 Sessions)

Players uniform shirts will need to be purchased separately ($30).

$340 members / $425 non-members

Commonpoint Basketball Academy Central Division (Girls Only) Open Houses – December 10 and 21

CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR BASKETBALL SPECIAL EVENTS AND POP-UP DISCOUNTS ON REGISTRATION!

Dance

*The Winter and Spring sessions are combined, culminating in the Dance Showcase in the spring.

18 weeks: $517 members / $625 non-members

19 weeks: $541 members / $655 non-members

20 weeks: $565 members / $685 non-members

Dance – Ballet

(Ages 3+)

The foundation of all dance. Body placement and alignment in ballet are the most important elements for every dancer in attaining balance, control, form, strength, and a beautiful line. Dancers will achieve this through barre and center floor work.

Leotard & tights with ballet slippers (pink) required, Ballet skirt and/or tutu is optional.

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
ThursdayAge 4January 153:00 – 3:45 pm$541$655
ThursdayAges 5-7January 154:00 – 4:45 pm$541$655
ThursdayAges 8-11January 155:00 – 5:45 pm$541$655
SaturdayAge 3-4January 1710:00 am– 10:45 am$517$625
Friday (Ballet/Modern)Ages 5-7January 163:00 pm– 3:45 pm$541$655
Friday (Ballet/Modern)Ages 8-11January 164:00 pm– 4:45 pm$541$655
Tuesdays (Ballet Level 2)Ages 7-11 with approvalJanuary 133:30 pm-4:15 pm$565$685

Dance – Hip-Hop

(Ages 5–11)

Express your creativity and individuality while learning the core elements of hip hop dance.   

Students will learn basic steps, rhythm and coordination through on-trend routines to age-appropriate music.

Suggested attire includes comfortable clothing that permits movement (no jeans).

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
MondaysAges 5-7January 124:00 – 4:45 pm$517$625
MondaysAge 8-11January 125:00 – 5:45 pm$517$625
SaturdaysAges 5-7January 1711:00 – 11:45 am$517$625
SaturdaysAge 8-11January 1712:00 – 12:45 pm$517$625

Dance – Contemporary Movement

(Ages 5–11)

Experience the joy and freedom of movement! Combines elements of jazz, ballet and improvisation.  Ms. Jessica encourages her students to use their bodies to tell stories and convey emotions through fun, creative exercises and dynamic choreography. 

Suggested attire includes comfortable clothing that permits movement (no jeans).

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
TuesdaysAge 5-7January 134:15 – 5:00 pm$565$685

Dance – Zumba Kids
(Ages 4–11)

Join the dance party with Miss Jessica! Students learn simple choreography  and learn new rhythms, styles of music and culture using the Zumba concept.Suggested attire includes comfortable clothing that permits movement (no jeans) and the students own sneakers.

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
WednesdaysAge 5-7January 144:15 – 5:00 pm$541$655
WednesdaysAge 8-11January 145:00 – 5:45 pm$541$655

Dance – Jazz

(Ages 8–11)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
TuesdaysAge 8-11January 135:00–5:45 pm$565$685

Dance – Tap

(Ages 8–12)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
WednesdaysAge 8-12January 143:30–4:15 pm$541$655

Infant and Toddler Gym:

Stay N Play

(Ages walkers–36 months)

Share in delight as your child climbs, balances, rolls, and swings in our indoor play gym. The program is an open play format with each session ending with a culminating activity such as parachute, songs and bubbles.

10 Mondays beg. January 12
Tiny Tumblers – 9:00am – 9:45am (ages 12-18 months)*
Gym Adventurers – 10:00am – 10:45am (ages 18-36 months)
$240 members / $300 non-members

10 Wednesdays beg. January 14
Gym Adventurers – 9:30am – 10:15am (ages 18-36 months)*
Gym Adventurers – 10:15am – 11:00am (ages 18-36 months)
$240 members / $300 non-members


Drop-in rate – $35 (based on availability)


Triple Play

(Age 4 years)

Why choose one sport when you can enjoy them all? Our Triple Play program introduces children to the fundamentals of soccer, basketball, and baseball. Our curriculum emphasizes improvement of gross motor skills and development of understanding of each sport.

12 Thursdays beg. September 18
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Age 4)
$288 members / $360 non-members

Soccer Skills Clinic

(Ages 4–11)

Our experienced soccer coaches teach children the fundamentals of soccer. Athletes work on developing key skills such as balance, coordination, and agility. Our curriculum includes soccer specific games and drills that emphasize fun and progressive development.

For our older age group, our experienced soccer coaches will further develop your child’s soccer skills with a greater emphasis on more advanced skills such as teamplay, space recognition, and field positioning. Our curriculum includes soccer specific games and drills that emphasize fun and progressive development.

12 Wed. beginning September 17
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Age 4)
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:00-5:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$288 members/ $360 non-members

Gymnastics Tumbling and Fitness

(Ages 4–11)

Students learn and practice level-appropriate gymnastics skills like tumbling, balance, and agility exercises to build technique while having fun. Classes are designed to incorporate use of gymnastics apparatus such as the vault, balance beam and our Air Tumble Track tumble mat.

11 Mondays beg. September 15
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Age 4)
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:00-5:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$264 members / $330 non-members

LUV Tennis Program

(Ages 4–13)

Learn the fundamentals of tennis in an encouraging and organized setting with our tennis professionals. Our red ball program is designed by athletes who have never played or have very little experience playing tennis.

Deepen your understanding and mastery of tennis in our orange ball program. Our tennis professionals will guide your athlete through more advanced skills to improve their technical and point playing skills. Orange ball athletes should be able to easily track the ball and have basic knowledge of groundstrokes.

13 Fri. beginning September 19
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Red Ball / Beginner Ages 4-8)
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Orange Ball / Beginner Ages 5-7)
5:00-5:55 p.m. (Orange Ball / Intermediate Ages 8-11)
$312 members/ $390 non-members

Flag Football

(Ages 8–11)

Pass and catch for touchdowns just like your favorite NFL players in our Flag Football class. Participants will learn the game of the gridiron in addition to the skills that lead to dominating the competition.

11 Tuesdays beg. September 16
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$264 members / $330 non-members

Basketball

AGESlevelDAYSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
5-7Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 1410:30 – 11:25$312$390
5-7Skills ClinicThursdaySeptember 184:00 – 4:55$288$360
8-10Advanced Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 1410:30-12:00$416$520
8-11Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 1411:30 – 12:25$312$390
8-11Skills ClinicTuesdaySeptember 165:00 – 5:55 $264$330
8-11Skills ClinicThursdaySeptember 185:00 – 5:55$288$360
8-12 Girls OnlySundaySeptember 142:30-3:25$312$390
11-13Advanced Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 1412:00-1:30$416$520
12-15Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 1412:30-1:25$312$390

Dance

Dance – Ballet

(Ages 3+)

The foundation of all dance. Body placement and alignment in ballet are the most important elements for every dancer in attaining balance, control, form, strength, and a beautiful line. Dancers will achieve this through barre and center floor work.

Leotard & tights with ballet slippers required, Ballet skirt and/or tutu is optional.

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
ThursdayAges 3-4September 183:00 – 3:45 pm$264$330
ThursdayAges 5-7September 184:00 – 4:45 pm$264$330
ThursdayAges 8-11September 185:00 – 5:45 pm$264$330
SaturdayAge 3-4September 2010:00 am– 10:45 am$312$390
Friday (Nutcracker)Ages 5-7September 193:00 pm– 3:45 pm$312$390
Friday (Nutcracker)Ages 8-11September 194:00 pm– 4:45 pm$312$390
Tuesdays (Ballet Level 2)Ages 7-11 with approvalSeptember 163:30 pm-4:15 pm$264$330

Dance – Hip-Hop

(Ages 5–11)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
MondaysAges 5-7September 154:00 – 4:45 pm$264$330
MondaysAge 8-11September 155:00 – 5:45 pm$264$330
SaturdaysAges 5-7September 2011:00 – 11:45 am$312$390
SaturdaysAge 8-11September 2012:00 – 12:45 pm$312$390

Dance – Contemporary Movement

(Ages 8–11)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
TuesdaysAge 5-7September 164:15 – 5:00 pm$264$330

Dance – Jazz
(Ages 8–11)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
TuesdaysAge 8-11September 175:00 – 5:45 pm$264$330

Dance – Tap
(Ages 8-12)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
WednesdaysAge 8-12September 173:30 – 4:15 pm$288$360

Dance – Zumba Kids
(Ages 5–11)

Children learn fitness dances, play fun motivational games and learn new rhythms and styles of music and culture using the Zumba concept.

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
(MEMBERS)
COST
(NON-MEMBERS)
WednesdaysAge 5-7September 174:15 – 5:00 pm$288$360
WednesdaysAge 8-11September 175:00 – 5:45 pm$288$360

Infant and Toddler Gym:

Stay N Play

(Ages walkers–36 months)

Share in delight as your child climbs, balances, rolls, and swings in our indoor play gym. The program is an open play format with each session ending with a culminating activity such as parachute, songs and bubbles.

11 Mondays beg. September 15
Tiny Tumblers – 10:00am – 10:45am (ages 12-18 months)*
Gym Adventurers – 11:00am – 11:45am (ages 18-36 months)
$264 members / $330 non-members

12 Wednesdays beg. September 17
Gym Adventurers – 9:30am – 10:15am (ages 18-36 months)*
Gym Adventurers – 10:15am – 11:00am (ages 18-36 months)
$288 members / $360 non-members


Drop-in rate – $35 (based on availability)


Triple Play

(Age 4 years)

Why choose one sport when you can enjoy them all? Our Triple Play program introduces children to the fundamentals of soccer, basketball, and baseball. Our curriculum emphasizes improvement of gross motor skills and development of understanding of each sport.

10 Thursdays beg. January 15
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Age 4)
$240 members / $300 non-members

Soccer Skills Clinic

(Ages 4–11)

Our experienced soccer coaches teach children the fundamentals of soccer. Athletes work on developing key skills such as balance, coordination, and agility. Our curriculum includes soccer specific games and drills that emphasize fun and progressive development.

For our older age group, our experienced soccer coaches will further develop your child’s soccer skills with a greater emphasis on more advanced skills such as teamplay, space recognition, and field positioning. Our curriculum includes soccer specific games and drills that emphasize fun and progressive development.

10 Wed. beginning January 14
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Age 4)
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:00-5:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$240 members/ $300 non-members

Gymnastics Tumbling and Fitness

(Ages 4–11)

Students learn and practice level-appropriate gymnastics skills like tumbling, balance, and agility exercises to build technique while having fun. Classes are designed to incorporate use of gymnastics apparatus such as the vault, balance beam and our Air Tumble Track tumble mat.

10 Mondays beg. January 12
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Age 4)
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:00-5:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$240 members / $300 non-members

LUV Tennis Program

(Ages 4–13)

Learn the fundamentals of tennis in an encouraging and organized setting with our tennis professionals. Our red ball program is designed by athletes who have never played or have very little experience playing tennis.

Deepen your understanding and mastery of tennis in our orange ball program. Our tennis professionals will guide your athlete through more advanced skills to improve their technical and point playing skills. Orange ball athletes should be able to easily track the ball and have basic knowledge of groundstrokes.

10 Fri. beginning January 16
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Red Ball / Beginner Ages 4-5)
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Orange Ball / Beginner Ages 5-7)
5:00-5:55 p.m. (Orange Ball / Intermediate Ages 8-11)
$240 members/ $300 non-members

Flag Football

(Ages 8–11)

Pass and catch for touchdowns just like your favorite NFL players in our Flag Football class. Participants will learn the game of the gridiron in addition to the skills that lead to dominating the competition.

10 Tuesdays beg. January 13
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$240 members / $300 non-members

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The Central Queens facility is located at 67-09 108th Street, Forest Hills, NY 11375. For all Central Queens sports classes, please drop off and pick up in the gymnasium on the basement level. For all Central Queens dance classes, please drop off and pick up on the 3rd Floor Dance Studio.
  • For security purposes, all weekday Youth Sports & Dance Classes are “drop-off” only. Parents/Caregivers are not allowed to stay during class time.
  • All classes take place once a week and will be held indoors. For all sports classes, please wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes. For all dance classes, dress requirements will be communicated before the semester begins.
  • Free on-street parking is available around the facility.
  • 8 weeks: $192 members / $240 non-members
  • 9 weeks: $216 members / $270 non-members
  • 11 weeks: $264 members / $330 non-members
  • 12 weeks: $288 members / $360 non-members 
  • 13 weeks: $312 members / $390 non-members
  • 14 weeks: $336 members / $420 non-members

As of November 15th, 2025, the following discount policies will apply to all Commonpoint youth sports and dance registrations:
Discounts may no longer be applied through online registrations. If your registration is eligible for a discount (e.g., Sibling, Commonpoint Afterschool, Commonpoint Nursery Program), registration must be done in-person or by phone by Health & Wellness front desk staff.

  • Non-members of Commonpoint Central Queens are eligible for one discount per registration only.
  • Members of Commonpoint Central Queens automatically receive 20% off registration fees and may apply a sibling discount if registering more than one child in the household.
  • Requests for timely or seasonal discounts (e.g., Early Bird, Black Friday, etc.) must be made within the time frame specified via phone or email.
  • No refunds will be issued for registrations made online that are eligible for a discount. Household credit may be issued upon review.

Please contact the Health & Fitness Desk with any questions (hfdesk@commonpoint.org or (718) 268-5011 x500).

  • Before the first class is held, 100% refund minus $20 administrative fee.
  • After the first class is held, 90% refund of the remaining unused portion minus $20 administrative fee.
  • After 2nd class is held, a 50% refund of the remaining unused portion minus $20 administrative fee.
  • No refunds or credits after the 3rd class is held.
  • Should you choose to take a Commonpoint credit, the administrative fee will be waived. 
  • All refund requests must be submitted in writing to HFRefund@commonpoint.org.

If you would like to apply an existing Commonpoint Household Credit to class or program registration fees, please contact HFDesk@commonpoint.org or call (718) 268-5011 ext. 500 for assistance BEFORE enrollment.

Each participant is entitled to one make-up per semester for a class missed due to illness.

To request a make-up class, please send an email to hfdesk@commonpoint.org and include a doctor’s note related to the absence.

Please note, since some classes are held only one time per week, we may try to accommodate a make-up request by offering a spot in a different sports or dance class during the current semester.

Schedule

Tue

09

  • Aquatics 2025-2026

CQ – Wednesday – Parent & Child – (0 – 4 years) – 12:15 – 1:00PM

Child (Age 0-5)
Tuesday, December 09
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
from Every Tuesday from September 9 to December 9 View All
Non-Member $540.00
Member $480.00
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Introduce your child to the water through fun activities. Class is co-ed.

Tue

09

  • Aquatics 2025-2026

CQ – Tuesday – Parent & Child – (0 – 4 years) – 2:30- 3:15PM

Child (Age 0-5)
Tuesday, December 09
2:30 pm – 3:15 pm
from Every Tuesday from September 9 to December 9 View All
Non-Member $540.00
Member $480.00
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Introduce your child to the water through fun activities. Class is co-ed.

Tue

09

  • Youth Activities 2025-2026

CQ – Ballet (Level 2) – Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm – Fall 2025

Youth (Age 6-12)
Tuesday, December 09
3:30 pm – 4:15 pm
from Every Tuesday from September 16 to December 9 View All
$264/Members $330/Non-Members
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Our dance school provides students with quality training and education. Students can explore all aspects of dance: creativity, musicality, rhythm, grace, coordination, and more!

Tue

09

  • Youth Activities 2025-2026

Copy of – CQ – Ballet (Level 2) – Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm – Fall 2025

Youth (Age 6-12)
Tuesday, December 09
3:30 pm – 4:15 pm
from Every Tuesday from September 16 to December 9 View All
$264/Members $330/Non-Members
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Our dance school provides students with quality training and education. Students can explore all aspects of dance: creativity, musicality, rhythm, grace, coordination, and more!

Tue

09

  • Youth Activities 2025-2026

CQ – Contemporary (5-7) – Tuesdays 4:15-5:00pm – Fall 2025

Child (Age 0-5), Youth (Age 6-12)
Tuesday, December 09
4:15 pm – 5:00 pm
from Every Tuesday from September 16 to December 9 View All
$264/Members $330/Non-Members
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Our dance school provides students with quality training and education. Students can explore all aspects of dance: creativity, musicality, rhythm, grace, coordination, and more!

A group of young girls practicing yoga in a dance studio.

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