San Jose Parks and Recreation Basketball

City-Run Recreation Across San Jose

The City of San Jose Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services runs youth basketball, camps, and recreation programs from a downtown office on East Santa Clara Street. Programs run across more than 200 community-center, park, and gym sites citywide.

Youth Programs

Seasonal youth basketball alongside a broader catalog of recreation activities for kids citywide. Programs include:
- Youth basketball leagues at community centers
- Recreation classes and camps
- After-school programs at neighborhood sites
- Summer day camps with sports rotations

What's Included

• Community-center gym practices and games
• City staff and seasonal recreation leaders
• Multiple neighborhood sites across San Jose

Experience

Affordable, neighborhood-level rec basketball aimed at participation and fundamentals. Suits families wanting low-cost organized play close to home rather than club or AAU competition.