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In Alachua, our Recreation and Culture Department takes a great deal of pride and dedication for park landscaping, appearance, functionality, cleanliness, and safety for our children and volunteers.· This lays a foundation for the City of Alachua to provide high quality youth activities.· Our youth sports programs are at the forefront of our efforts. The philosophy of our Recreation and Culture Department is to support local volunteer groups who organize and implement respective youth sport programs.· For example, we host baseball, softball, tackle football, cheerleading, volleyball, soccer, basketball, and other youth activities.
**Volunteers are always encouraged as coaches, board members, concession workers etc. If you're interested in volunteering for the youth of our community, please contact the City of Alachua Recreation staff at 386-462-0145**
Baseball
Founded in 1986, Santa Fe Babe Ruth Baseball hosted the first National Babe Ruth Bambino World Series in the state of Florida in 1992. They also hosted the 12U Majors 60' 2014 National Babe Ruth Cal Ripken World Series from August 5th through August 13th.
Typically, teams practice or play games three days out of the week.
In the Spring, the league starts the season off with its Annual Jamboree. This organization provides the opportunity to showcase everything great about baseball and our community.
Santa Fe Babe Ruth Baseball is embedded in tradition and promotes the benefits of sports in our community through baseball. The influence of America's Past Time doesn't end at the chalk line. It offers community grassroots baseball.
Organization: Santa Fe Babe Ruth Cal Ripken, Inc. 501(c)(3)
Ages: Boys 4-16yrs
Spring Season: February-May
Registration: Starts December
Fall Season "Fall Ball"- August-November
Registration: Starts July
Additional Info: http://www.sfbrbaseball.org
Contact: playeragent@santababeruth.org
Softball
Santa Fe Babe Ruth Softball Inc. 501(c)(3) was the original Babe Ruth program in Florida, hosting the first ever softball world series tournament for the state of Florida in 2010. They proceeded to host world series tournaments in 2012, 2013, 2014, and the Southeastern Regional Tournament in 2015.
They are a proud feeder program for the very successful Santa Fe High School Softball Program. Come be a part of a winning tradition!
Organization: Santa Fe Babe Ruth Softball, Inc. 501(c)(3)
Ages: Girls 4-15yrs
Spring Season: February-May
Registration: Starts December
Fall Season "Fall Ball": August-November
Registration: Starts July
Additional Info: www.raidersofsantafe.com
Contact: president@raidersofsantafeyouthsoftball.com
Tackle Football and Cheerleading
As a non-profit organization in Alachua, FL, the goal of American Youth Football League Alachua Raiders is to provide an instructive environment for youth, encourage positive involvement in society.
An ALL-INCLUSIVE organization, American Youth Football League Alachua Raiders does not exclude participants based on superficial factors such as weight, finances or athletic ability.
Organization: American Youth Football League Alachu Raiders, Inc. 501(c)(3)
Ages: 5-14yrs
Fall Season: August-November
Registration: Starts June
Flag Football/Spring Season: February-May
Registration: Starts February
Additional Info: www.alachuaraidersfootball.com
Contact: Brandon Thrower (954) -309-9241
Paulie McClain (850) 573-6484
Soccer
Santa Fe Soccer Alliance Inc. 501(c)(3) is one of the fastest growing sports in the Alachua area today.
The organization has been providing recreational soccer for decades. Everyone plays, the teams are balanced, they offer positive coaching as well as teaching children the benefits of good sportsmanship with a focus on player development. The volunteer support brings community members to coach, referee, and regional support with the ultimate goal of creating a fun, family-friendly environment.
Organization: Santa Fe Soccer Alliance, Inc. 501(c)(3)
Ages: Coed 4-15yrs
Spring Season: March-May Registration: Starts February
Fall Season: September-November Registration: Starts August
Additional Info: https://www.santafesocceralliance.com/
Contact: santafesocceralliance@gmail.com
Volleyball
399 Sports and Recreation is a local, non profit 501(c)(3) whose general purpose is to provide proper, fundamental volleyball at a high level for both girls and boys. Volleyball is a 8 week program played during the fall and spring seasons.
Games and practices are played on weekdays at Legacy Park Multipurpose Center, Hal Brady Recreation Gym, Newberry Sports Complex, or at the High Springs Community School.
Organization: 399 Sports and Recreation, Inc. 501(c)(3)
Ages: Coed 7-17yrs
Spring Season: March-May
Registration: Starts January
Fall Season: September-November
Registration: August
Additional Info: https://playpass.com/399Sports
Contact: 399sportsrecreation@gmail.com
Basketball
399 Sports and Recreation is a local, non-profit 501(c)(3) whose general purpose is to provide proper fundamental basketball at a high level for both girls and boys. During the winter season, 399 provides well balanced teams to participate in the Alachua County Task Force of Recreation League. All games played on Saturdays for 8 weeks including tournament play.
Summer Academy Clinics provide a range of skills and knowledge, including technical, physical, and mental aspects of the game. Participants can expect a more interactive approach from coaches. This is a six week program.
Organization: 399 Sports and Recreation, Inc.501(c)3)
Ages: Coed 4-14yrs
Summer Season: June & July
Registration: May
Winter Season: December- February
Registration: Starting October
Contact: 399sportsrecreation@gmail.com
Music & Arts Program for Youth, Inc.- M.A.P.
The Music & Arts Program for Youth, Inc. (M.A.P.) in Alachua is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing music and arts education to youth, especially those in under-resourced communities. Since its inception in 2010, M.A.P. has offered free musical instruments, art supplies and innovative learning programs.
Organization: M.A.P., Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c)(3)
Registration fee: NA
Contact: emailmapnow@gmail.com
Swampbots Robotics
Swampbots Robotics is a non-profit organization empowering youth through STEM education, fostering curiosity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to build a brighter future.
Organization: Swampbots Robotics, is a non-profit 501 (c)(3)
Registration information: http://info@swampbots.org/
Contact: http://www.swampbots.org/
Momentum Dance
Momentum Dance is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization providing financial aid and scholarships to allow youth the opportunity to pursue their dreams in the performing arts.
Organization: Momentum Dance, is a non-profit 501 (c)(3)
Contact: Tel: 206-242-1239
Email: http://dance@momentumdanceacademy.com/
Dance Alive National Ballet
Dance Alive National Ballet is funded by the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency in partnership with the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. DANB is also sponsored by the City of Gainesville, Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs and a Tourist Development Tax Grant from the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners in conjunction with the Alachua County Tourist Development Council. DANB is a registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. "danceAbout" is DANB's outreach program bringing dance to the community through experience and education in a fun and uplifting way, providing dance instruction in selected venues.
Organization: Dance Alive National Ballet, is a non-profit 501 (c)(3)
Registration information: Dace Alive offers two, six-week dance programs, once in the spring and once in the fall. Please see the contact information below or keep an eye of the City of Alachua Recreation and Culture Facebook page.
Contact: http://emily@dancealive.org/
Tel: 352-371-2986