Meeting new people and staying in shape — these are two things that get harder to do the older you get.
A way to accomplish both in one swoop is to sign up for a rec sports league in Portland. Here are a few to check out.
Rose City Futsal
Have fun year round with this smaller version of soccer that’s played inside on a hard court with five per side. Leagues are offered for all skill levels from D1 (Champions League) to D5 (Beginner), with men’s, women’s, and co-ed options available. And once you work up a sweat, you can hydrate with a craft brew at Clive’s Public House
.
With any luck, Air Bud will be on your team.
Gif via Giphy
Underdog Softball League
This organization is a hub for many sports in town — everything from cornhole to flag football. But, its INDY approach (where it groups individual registrants into teams) provides a lower barrier to playing softball, compared with leagues where you’re in charge of assembling a squad.
Portland Ultimate
This game involves teamwork, stamina, and speed as players work to throw a disc down the field. Leagues run throughout the year; but, if you’re not quite ready, there are pick-up games
(not organized by Portland Ultimate) that are open to the community and a good place to learn.
ECC hosts bonspiels (curling tournaments) for all ages/experience levels.
Photo by Geoff Crim/Evergreen Curling Club
Evergreen Curling Club
If ice flows through your veins, this may be the sport for you
. Member leagues are offered here fall, winter, and spring, while non-members can join Friday Friends games. Curlers must bring their own equipment.
RECS
Step to the net at this 18,000-sqft facility where members
can reserve courts (or join open sessions) to play pickleball and soccer tennis, and bring visitors along as well.
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