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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:

Basketball Clinics (ages 9-15) – Shooting (August 18), Dribbling (August 25)
Open Gym Scrimmages (August 27)
Fall Open House Week – September 14-20

Overview

We are excited to announce the opening of our Youth Sports classes for Fall from Tuesday, September 22 through Saturday, December 19, 2026! Our dynamic instructors will guide your child to reach their full potential through engaging and age-appropriate sports curriculum. Registration begins August 14 – space is limited!

Fall 2026 Programs:

10 week classes – $331.20
11 week classes – $364.32
12 week classes – $397.44
Members get a 20% discount on all youth sports and dance class registration!
*Prices listed reflect a 3.5% credit card fee as of September 1, 2026. You can avoid this by paying with Cash, Check, Debit Card, or ACH payment.

Fall 2026 Sports and Dance:

Commonpoint Basketball Academy

Commonpoint Basketball Academy – 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
5-7Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 2710:30 – 11:25$331.20
5-7Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicThursdaySeptember 244:00 – 4:55$397.44
8-11Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 2711:30 – 12:25$331.20
8-11Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicTuesdaySeptember 225:00 – 5:55$397.44
8-11Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicThursdaySeptember 245:00 – 5:55$397.44
12-15Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 2712:30-1:15$331.20
8-10Advanced Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 2710:30-12:00$331.20
11-14Advanced Skills ClinicSundaySeptember 2712:00-1:30$434.70

Commonpoint Basketball Academy Youth League – Western Division

(Ages 12–15)

10 Weeks beginning September 27

Teams will play and train for one hour on Tuesday evenings (6:00-8:00pm) and Sunday evenings (6:30-8:30 pm). (20 Sessions)

$558.90

Players uniform will need to be purchased for an additional fee ($40 for full uniform, $30 for shirts and $15 for shorts if purchasing items separately).

Commonpoint Basketball Academy Youth League – Eastern Division

(Ages 9–12)

10 Weeks beginning September 27

Teams will play and train for one hour on Thursday evenings (6:00-8:00 pm) and Sunday evenings (4:30-6:30) pm.  (20 Sessions)

Players uniform will need to be purchased for an additional fee ($40 for full uniform, $30 for shirts and $15 for shorts if purchasing items separately).

$558.90

*NEW* 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.

19 Sessions beginning September 27th

Teams will play and train for one hour on Wednesday evenings (7:00-8:00 pm) and Sunday afternoons (2:30-4:30) pm. (19 Sessions)

$530.95

Players uniform will need to be purchased for an additional fee ($40 for full uniform, $30 for shirts and $15 for shorts if purchasing items separately).

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


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 (pink) required, Ballet skirt and/or tutu is optional.

classdaysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
Ballet Level 2ThursdaysLevel 2September 223:30 – 4:15 pm$397.44
BalletThursdaysAges 4September 243:00 – 3:45 pm$397.44
BalletThursdaysAges 5-7September 244:00 – 4:45 pm$397.44
BalletThursdaysAges 8-11September 245:00 – 5:45 pm$397.44
Ballet/ModernFridaysAges 5-7September 253:00 – 3:45 pm$397.44
Ballet/ModernFridaysAges 8-11September 254:00 – 4:45 pm$397.44
Adult BalletFridaysAdultsSeptember 255:00 – 5:45 pm$397.44
BalletSaturdaysAges 3-4September 2610:00 – 10:45 am$397.44

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
MondaysAges 5-7September 284:00 – 4:45 pm$364.32
MondaysAge 8-11September 285:00 – 5:45 pm$364.32
SaturdaysAges 5-7September 2611:00 – 11:45 am$397.44
SaturdaysAge 8-11September 2612:00 – 12:45 pm$397.44

Dance – Contemporary Movement

(Ages 5–7)

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
TuesdaysAge 5-7September 224:15 – 5:00 pm$397.44

Dance – Zumba Kids
(Ages 5–11)

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
WednesdaysAge 5-7September 234:15 – 5:00 pm$397.44
WednesdaysAge 8-11September 235:00 – 5:45 pm$397.44

Dance – Jazz

(Ages 8–11)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
TuesdaysAge 8-11September 225:00–5:45 pm$397.44

Dance – Tap

(Ages 8–12)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
WednesdaysAge 8-12September 233:30–4:15 pm$397.44

NEW! Dance – Breakdance

(Ages 4–11)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
SundaysAge 4September 2711:00–11:45 am$331.20
SundaysAge 5-7September 2712:00–12:45 pm$331.20
SundaysAge 8-11September 271:00–1:45 pm$331.20

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.

9 Mondays beg. October 19
Tiny Tumblers – 10:00am – 10:45am (ages 12-18 months)
Gym Adventurers – 11:00am – 11:45am (ages 18-36 months)
$298.08

8 Wednesdays beg. October 21
Gym Adventurers – 9:30am – 10:15am (ages 18-36 months)
Gym Adventurers – 10:15am – 11:00am (ages 18-36 months)
$298.08


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


Commonpoint Basketball Academy – 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 complexteam basketball concepts including offensive and defensive plays, effective communication, and leadership roles.

AGESlevelDAYSTART DATETIMESCOST
5-7Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundayJuly 1210:30 – 11:25$192
5-7Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicThursdayJuly 24:30 – 5:15$192
8-11Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicSundayJuly 1210:30 – 11:25$192
8-11Beginner & Intermediate Skills ClinicThursdayJuly 25:15 – 6:00$192
8-13Advanced Skills ClinicSundayJuly 1211:30-1:00$252

Commonpoint Basketball Academy – Leagues

Commonpoint Basketball Academy Youth League – Western Division

(Ages 12–16)

6 Weeks beginning July 7th

Teams will train from 6-7pm and have game play on 7-8pm on Tuesday evenings

$240 members / $300 non-members

Commonpoint Basketball Academy Youth League – Eastern Division

(Ages 9–11)

6 Weeks beginning July 9th

Teams will train from 6-7pm and have game play on 7-8pm on Thursday evenings

$240 members / $300 non-members

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

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.

6 Saturdays beginning July 11
10:00-10:45 am (Ages 3-5)
$192

6 Thursdays beginning July 2
4:30-5:15 pm (Ages 5-7)
5:15-6:00 pm (Ages 8-11)
$192

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
MondaysAges 5-7June 294:30 – 5:15 pm$224
MondaysAge 8-11June 295:15 – 6:00 pm$224
SaturdaysAges 6-8July 1111:00 – 11:45 am$192
SaturdaysAge 9-12July 1112:00 – 12:45 pm$192

Dance – Contemporary Movement

(Ages 5–7)

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
TuesdaysAge 5-7June 304:30 – 5:15 pm$224

Dance – Zumba Kids
(Ages 5–11)

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
WednesdaysAge 5-7July 14:30 – 5:15 pm$224
WednesdaysAge 8-11July 15:15 – 6:00 pm$224

Dance – Jazz

(Ages 8–11)

daysAGES/levelSTART DATETIMESCOST
TuesdaysAge 8-11June 305:15–6:00 pm$224

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.

7 Mondays beg. June 29
Gym Adventurers – 9:15am – 10:00am (ages 18-36 months)
Gym Adventurers – 10:00am – 10:45am (ages 18-36 months)
$224


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

Super Sports

(Ages 5-11 years)

Why choose one sport when you can enjoy them all? Our 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.

7 Mondays beg. June 29
4:30-5:15 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:15-6:00 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$224

Soccer Skills Clinic

(Ages 5–11)

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.

7 Wed. beginning July 1
4:30-5:15 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:15-6:00 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$224

LUV Tennis Program

(Ages 5–11)

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.

6 Fri. beginning July 10
4:30-5:15 p.m. (Orange Ball / Beginner Ages 5-7)
5:15-6:00 p.m. (Orange Ball / Intermediate Ages 8-11)
$192

Flag Football

(Ages 5–11)

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.

7 Tuesdays beg. June 30
4:30-5:15 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:15-6:00 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$224


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 28
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)
$364.32

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.

12 Tuesdays beg. September 22
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$397.44

Triple Play

(Ages 4-5 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 24
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Age 4)
$397.44

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 23
3:00-3:55 p.m. (Ages 4)
4:00-4:55 p.m. (Ages 5-7)
5:00-5:55 p.m. (Ages 8-11)
$397.44

LUV Tennis Program

(Ages 4–11)

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.

12 Fri. beginning September 25
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)
$397.44

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.
  • 10 week classes – $331.20
  • 11 week classes – $364.32
  • 12 week classes – $397.44

Members get a 20% discount to all youth sports and dance classes.

Starting September 1st, 2026, the credit card surcharge fee will be 3.5% per transaction. All prices listed on the website reflect the credit card fees.

You can completely avoid these processing fees by choosing any of our fee-free payment options:

  • Debit Cards: Switch your payments to a standard debit card.
  • Bank Account (ACH): Provide your routing and account numbers for direct electronic transfer.
  • Cash or Personal Checks: Accepted at registration

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 & Wellness Desk with any questions at 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.

For safety and participation purposes, sneakers and appropriate dance shoes are required in order for children to take part in Sports and Dance classes. Crocs, sandals and winter boots are not permitted during class time.

During the winter and spring months, if your child wears winter or rain boots to school, please be sure to pack the appropriate footwear in their backpack:

Sneakers for Sports classes

Dance shoes for Dance classes

Having the proper footwear ensures your child can participate fully and safely in their activities.

Schedule

Tue

22

  • Youth Activities 2026-2027

CQ – Basketball Skills Clinic (8-11) – Tuesday 5:00-5:55pm – Fall 2026

Youth (Age 6-12)
Tuesday, September 22
5:00 pm – 5:55 pm
from Every Tuesday from September 22 to December 8 View All
$307.20/Members $384/Non-Members
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Children will learn footwork, practice drills, and learn foundational basketball skills.

Wed

23

  • Youth Activities 2026-2027

CQ – Youth Soccer (4) – Wednesdays 3:00-3:55pm – Fall 2026

Child (Age 0-5)
Wednesday, September 23
3:00 pm – 3:55 pm
from Every Wednesday from September 23 to December 9 View All
$307.20/Members $384/Non-Members
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Our experienced and enthusiastic soccer coaches teach children the fundamentals of soccer – from balancing and kicking to coordination and agility. Children work on skills, game play, and having a […]

Wed

23

  • Youth Activities 2026-2027

CQ – Youth Soccer (5-7) – Wednesday 4:00PM-4:56 PM – Fall 2026

Child (Age 0-5), Youth (Age 6-12)
Wednesday, September 23
4:00 pm – 4:55 pm
from Every Wednesday from September 23 to December 9 View All
$307.20/Members $384/Non-Members
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Our experienced and enthusiastic soccer coaches teach children the fundamentals of soccer – from balancing and kicking to coordination and agility. Children work on skills, game play, and having a […]

Wed

23

  • Youth Activities 2026-2027

CQ – Youth Soccer (8-11) – Wednesdays 5:00-5:55pm – Fall 2026

Youth (Age 6-12)
Wednesday, September 23
5:00 pm – 5:55 pm
from Every Wednesday from September 23 to December 9 View All
$307.20/Members $384/Non-Members
Central Queens (Forest Hills)

Our experienced and enthusiastic soccer coaches teach children the fundamentals of soccer – from balancing and kicking to coordination and agility. Children work on skills, game play, and having a […]

Wed

23

  • Youth Activities 2026-2027

CQ – Zumba (8-11) – Wednesdays 5:00-5:45pm – Fall 2026

Youth (Age 6-12)
Wednesday, September 23
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm
from Every Wednesday from September 23 to December 9 View All
$307.20/Members $384/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!

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