The Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation Center is one of the busiest rec centers in the county this spring, and the Loop Team has pulled together every program offered at this location so you can find exactly what you're looking for.
Located at 13850 Travilah Road in the North Potomac community, this LEED-certified facility sits adjacent to the 11-acre Big Pines Local Park. The center is also home to the North Potomac Senior Center, which means this guide covers both the regular recreation programs (arts, dance, pottery, sports, fitness, and more) and the full lineup of free 55+ programs that run out of the Senior Center. From toddler ballet to tai chi for beginners, from pottery studios to pickleball leagues, there is truly something here for everyone in the family.
View the full Montgomery County Spring 2026 Guide here.
How to Register Using the Activity Code
Each program in the Montgomery County Recreation Spring Guide 2026 includes a unique Activity Code (e.g., R05010-301) that corresponds to a specific class, day, and time. To register:
- Visit the Active Montgomery website (www.activemontgomery.org).
- Enter the Activity Code in the site's search bar.
- Select the exact class session from the search results.
- Follow the prompts to log in, add the class to your cart, and complete payment.
Using the Activity Code is the quickest way to locate your program without browsing the full catalog. Double-check the day, time, and start date before you complete your registration.
Registration for Spring 2026 begins Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Arts & Crafts
Cartooning with Young Rembrandts (Ages 5-12)
Kids learn to draw characters and scenes using step-by-step methods that build drawing skills and creative confidence.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Mon |
6-7 p.m. |
4/13 |
7 |
$164 |
R05129-302 |
Draw and Clay (Ages 4-9)
Young artists explore both drawing and clay sculpting, building fine motor skills and creative confidence in a fun, hands-on setting.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Sat |
10-11 a.m. |
4/25 |
7 |
$159 |
R05037-304 |
Learning Art from the Masters (Ages 6-14)
Students study the techniques of famous artists and create their own works inspired by the masters.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Sat |
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. |
4/25 |
6 |
$141 |
R05087-302 |
Pottery & Ceramics
Beginner Pottery (Ages 18+)
An introductory pottery class covering wheel throwing and hand building techniques for adults new to clay.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Tue |
10 a.m.-1 p.m. |
4/7 |
9 |
$345 |
R05093-310 |
| Tue |
6-8 p.m. |
4/7 |
9 |
$305 |
R05093-311 |
Handcrafted Pottery Open Studio (Ages 17+)
Open studio time for experienced potters to work independently on wheel or hand building projects with kiln access.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Wed |
5:30-8:30 p.m. |
4/8 |
10 |
$345 |
R05093-302 |
| Wed |
10 a.m.-1 p.m. |
4/8 |
9 |
$345 |
R05093-313 |
| Mon |
6-8:45 p.m. |
4/13 |
8 |
$280 |
R05093-304 |
Introduction to Pottery (Ages 18+)
A shorter introductory course for adults curious about pottery, covering the basics of wheel throwing and hand building.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Thu |
6-8:45 p.m. |
4/23 |
6 |
$220 |
R05093-305 |
Dance
Ballet (Ages 3-8)
Classical ballet instruction for young dancers at multiple age levels, building grace, coordination, and musicality.
| Ages |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| 3-5 |
Tue |
10-10:45 a.m. |
4/7 |
7 |
$119 |
R05010-301 |
| 4-5 |
Wed |
4:30-5:15 p.m. |
4/8 |
7 |
$119 |
R05010-302 |
| 5-6 |
Wed |
5:20-6:05 p.m. |
4/8 |
7 |
$119 |
R05010-303 |
| 6-8 |
Wed |
6:15-7:05 p.m. |
4/8 |
7 |
$126 |
R05010-304 |
Ballet Tap Jazz (Ages 3-5)
A sampler class combining ballet, tap, and jazz for preschoolers who want to try a little bit of everything.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Sat |
10:30-11:15 a.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
$220 |
R05338-302 |
Ballet Tap Jazz 2 (Ages 3-5)
A continuation of the sampler class for preschoolers with prior dance experience.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Sat |
12:30-1:15 p.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
$220 |
R05338-311 |
Creative Dance (Ages 7-9)
An expressive dance class encouraging kids to explore movement, rhythm, and self-expression through creative choreography.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Mon |
5:30-6:20 p.m. |
4/13 |
6 |
$126 |
R05010-307 |
Pop Stars (Ages 6-10)
Kids learn fun, age-appropriate choreography to popular music in a high-energy, performance-style dance class.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Sat |
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
$220 |
R05338-303 |
Toddler & Me (Ages 1-3)
A parent-and-child dance class introducing the youngest movers to rhythm, music, and basic movement through play.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Sat |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
$220 |
R05338-301 |
Fitness
Yoga for Vitality (Ages 18+)
A revitalizing yoga class focused on building strength, flexibility, and mental clarity for adults of all levels.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Thu |
9:30-10:30 a.m. |
4/9 |
9 |
$117 |
R05128-312 |
Sports
MCR Basketball Skills and Drills (Ages 5-12)
Skill-building basketball clinics focused on dribbling, shooting, passing, and game fundamentals.
| Ages |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| 5-8 |
Sat |
11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. |
4/18 |
6 |
$75 |
R05012-307 |
| 9-12 |
Sat |
1-2:30 p.m. |
4/18 |
6 |
$90 |
R05012-308 |
Pickleball Classes (Ages 18+)
Introductory pickleball instruction covering rules, techniques, and game play for adult beginners.
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Beginner Skills and Drills |
Mon |
Noon-1:30 p.m. |
4/20 |
3 |
$90 |
R05261-316 |
| Beginner 1.0 |
Mon |
Noon-1:30 p.m. |
5/11 |
3 |
$90 |
R05261-315 |
Sports Leagues
3v3 Spring Basketball - Girls
Fast-paced 3-on-3 basketball league play for girls, with free agent sign-up available.
| Division |
Ages |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Weeks |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| 12U Girls - Free Agent |
10-12 |
Fri |
6-10 p.m. |
4/10 |
4 |
$45 |
R05296-301 |
| 14U Girls - Free Agent |
12-14 |
Fri |
6-10 p.m. |
4/10 |
4 |
$45 |
R05298-301 |
Volleyball Leagues
Volleyball league play at N. Potomac, including adult and youth divisions through the HERtime2shine program.
| Division |
Ages |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Games |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Men's 65+ |
65+ |
Sun |
9 a.m.-3 p.m. |
3/15 |
8 |
$1,099 |
R05281-302 |
| Men's 65+ Free Agent |
65+ |
Sun |
9 a.m.-3 p.m. |
3/15 |
8 |
Free |
R05281-303 |
| Women's 25+ |
25+ |
Sat |
9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
$962 |
R05285-301 |
| Women's 25+ Free Agent |
25+ |
Sat |
9 a.m.-5 p.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
Free |
R05285-302 |
| HERtime2shine Co-Rec |
10-11 |
Sat |
1-5 p.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
$80 |
R05319-308 |
| HERtime2shine Girls |
14-17 |
Sat |
9 a.m.-1 p.m. |
4/11 |
8 |
$80 |
R05319-312 |
Therapeutic Recreation
Programs for Individuals with Disabilities
ZamDance (Ages 10+)
A Zumba-inspired workout designed for individuals with disabilities. Upbeat music, fun routines, and a welcoming atmosphere for all abilities.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Thu |
5-6 p.m. |
4/16 |
8 |
$40 |
R06030-302 |
Neural Movement: Fitness and Focus (Ages 19+)
A fitness class designed for adults with Down syndrome, combining movement exercises with cognitive engagement activities.
| Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Thu |
6-6:50 p.m. |
4/16 |
8 |
$40 |
R06045-303 |
Adaptive Athletes Basketball Skills and Drills Clinic
Basketball skills clinics adapted for athletes with disabilities, covering dribbling, shooting, and game fundamentals.
| Ages |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| 9-13 (Elementary/Middle) |
Wed |
6-6:50 p.m. |
4/8 |
7 |
$35 |
R06044-301 |
| 14-21 (High School) |
Wed |
7-7:50 p.m. |
4/8 |
7 |
$35 |
R06044-302 |
Indoor Rock Climbing
A one-session rock climbing experience for youth with disabilities on the center's climbing wall.
| Ages |
Day |
Time |
Date |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| 9-12 |
Wed |
6-6:50 p.m. |
3/25 |
$10 |
R06043-301 |
| 13-18 |
Wed |
7-7:50 p.m. |
3/25 |
$10 |
R06043-302 |
Day Dances - Tropical Party Dance (Ages 18+)
A fun, themed afternoon dance party for adults with disabilities.
| Day |
Time |
Date |
Fee |
Activity Code |
| Fri |
1-2:30 p.m. |
5/15 |
$5 |
R06051-302 |
55+ Senior Center Programs
The following programs are offered through the North Potomac Senior Center, located inside the Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac CRC. All 55+ programs are free unless noted otherwise.
Bone Builders - 55+
A free, volunteer-led strength training program designed to increase bone density, improve balance, and boost overall health. Classes meet twice weekly.
| Class |
Day(s) |
Time |
Start Date |
Activity Code |
| N. Potomac 1 |
Mon & Wed |
10:45-11:45 a.m. |
3/16 |
R03010-311 |
| N. Potomac 2 |
Tue & Thu |
10:40-11:40 a.m. |
3/17 |
R03010-312 |
| N. Potomac 3 |
Tue & Thu |
11:50 a.m.-12:50 p.m. |
3/17 |
R03010-313 |
Fee: Free
55+ Arts & Crafts
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Crafty Companions |
Mon |
4-5:15 p.m. |
3/23 |
2 |
R07095-354 |
| Evening Crafters |
Wed |
4-5:30 p.m. |
3/11 |
3 |
R07095-336 |
| Knit and Crochet Group |
Tue |
1-3 p.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07003-308 |
| Knit and Crochet Group |
Fri |
12:30-2 p.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07003-310 |
55+ Dance
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Chinese Classical Folk Dance |
Tue |
2-3:30 p.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07009-333 |
| Chinese Folk Dance |
Wed |
2-3 p.m. |
3/4 |
13 |
R07009-331 |
| Dance for Posture and Elegance (Mandarin) |
Thu |
1-3 p.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07009-334 |
| International Folk Dance |
Fri |
12:15-1:15 p.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07009-332 |
| Martial Arts Health Dance |
Sat |
9:30-11 a.m. |
3/7 |
13 |
R07010-312 |
| Trail Line Dance |
Fri |
1:30-2:30 p.m. |
3/13 |
10 |
R07011-319 |
55+ Educational & Computer
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Virtual Reality Class |
Thu |
12:30-1:30 p.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07094-312 |
55+ Discussions & Social
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Chat with the Director |
Thu |
11-11:45 a.m. |
3/5 |
3 |
R07314-312 |
| Coping with Change |
Fri |
10-11 a.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07076-315 |
| Current Events Discussion |
Thu |
10-11:30 a.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07063-323 |
| Health and Wellness Presentations |
Wed |
12:15-1 p.m. |
3/4 |
7 |
R07028-352 |
| Jai Ho Discussion and Social Group |
Mon |
11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07312-314 |
55+ Languages
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Basic French Conversation and Culture |
Mon |
12:15-1:15 p.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07019-302 |
| Japanese, Intermediate and Up |
Tue |
10:30 a.m.-Noon |
3/3 |
13 |
R07021-313 |
| Spanish Conversation for Beginners |
Wed |
4-5:30 p.m. |
3/18 |
6 |
R07016-301 |
55+ Fitness - Low Impact
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Cardio Fit |
Wed |
9:15-10:15 a.m. |
3/4 |
13 |
R07012-343 |
| Heart Plus Exercise |
Tue |
3:30-4:30 p.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07041-304 |
| Heart Plus Exercise |
Thu |
3:30-4:30 p.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07041-305 |
| Sit and Stretch |
Wed |
10:45-11:30 a.m. |
3/4 |
12 |
R07066-308 |
| Stretch to Music Exercises |
Mon |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07040-311 |
| Stretch to Music Exercises |
Wed |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
3/4 |
13 |
R07040-313 |
| Stretch to Music Exercises |
Fri |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07040-315 |
| Stretch to Music - Seated Exercises |
Mon |
10:30-11 a.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07040-312 |
| Stretch to Music - Seated Exercises |
Wed |
10:30-11 a.m. |
3/4 |
13 |
R07040-314 |
| Stretch to Music - Seated Exercises |
Fri |
10:30-11 a.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07040-316 |
55+ Strength Training
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Strength and Balance Class |
Tue |
6-7 p.m. |
3/3 |
4 |
R07060-390 |
| Strength and Balance Class |
Tue |
6-7 p.m. |
3/31 |
4 |
R07060-391 |
| Strength and Balance Class |
Tue |
6-7 p.m. |
4/28 |
4 |
R07060-389 |
55+ Zumba
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Zumba |
Mon |
9:15-10:15 a.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07070-325 |
| Zumba Video |
Tue |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07070-320 |
| Zumba Video |
Thu |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07070-321 |
55+ Games
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| American Mah Jongg |
Mon |
10 a.m.-Noon |
3/2 |
12 |
R07047-320 |
| American Mah Jongg |
Wed |
10 a.m.-Noon |
3/4 |
13 |
R07047-303 |
| American Mah Jongg |
Thu |
1-4 p.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07047-322 |
| Beginners Bridge Play |
Tue |
1-3 p.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07074-363 |
| Beginners Bridge Play |
Thu |
1-3 p.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07074-364 |
| Chinese Mahjong |
Tue |
10 a.m.-Noon |
3/3 |
13 |
R07047-307 |
| Rummikub |
Mon |
1-3 p.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07086-310 |
55+ Health & Wellness
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Blood Pressure Screening |
Wed |
9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. |
3/4 |
7 |
R07108-320 |
| Healthy Body, Peaceful Mind |
Mon |
2-3:30 p.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07077-323 |
| Mindfulness Coloring |
Fri |
12:45-1:45 p.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07077-302 |
| Mindfulness Fitness |
Wed |
1-1:45 p.m. |
3/4 |
9 |
R07077-344 |
| Yoga - Slow Flow |
Thu |
2-3 p.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07029-316 |
55+ Tai Chi & Qigong
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Qigong Flow - Beginners Practice |
Thu |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
3/5 |
13 |
R07059-313 |
| Tai Chi Chen 18 |
Fri |
2:30-3:30 p.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07027-322 |
| Tai Chi CMC 37 Yang Style and Chi Gong |
Wed |
9:30-10:45 a.m. |
4/15 |
11 |
R07025-320 |
| Tai Chi for Beginners |
Tue |
9:30-11 a.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07025-327 |
| Tai Chi Practice for Beginners |
Mon |
9:15-10 a.m. |
3/2 |
12 |
R07025-334 |
| Tai Chi Practice for Beginners |
Wed |
9:15-10 a.m. |
3/4 |
13 |
R07025-336 |
| Tai Chi Practice for Beginners |
Fri |
9:15-10 a.m. |
3/6 |
13 |
R07025-335 |
| Tai Chi Sword Practice for Beginners |
Tue |
9:15-10 a.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07025-337 |
55+ Music
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Chinese Karaoke |
Tue |
2-3:30 p.m. |
3/3 |
13 |
R07080-360 |
55+ Sports
| Class |
Day |
Time |
Start Date |
Sessions |
Activity Code |
| Pickleball Outdoors |
Thu |
3:30-5:30 p.m. |
4/16 |
7 |
R07091-314 |
| Soccer |
Wed |
9:45 a.m.-Noon |
3/4 |
13 |
R07128-301 |
| Soccer |
Fri |
9:45 a.m.-Noon |
3/6 |
13 |
R07128-302 |
| Soccer (evening) |
Thu |
5:45-7:45 p.m. |
4/22 |
6 |
R07128-305 |
| Walking Soccer |
Mon |
9:45 a.m.-Noon |
3/2 |
12 |
R07128-304 |
55+ Special Events
| Event |
Day |
Time |
Date |
Activity Code |
| Holi Celebration of Colors |
Fri |
10-11:30 a.m. |
3/6 |
R07107-342 |
| Cinco de Mayo Paint and Socialize |
Tue |
10:30 a.m.-Noon |
5/5 |
R07095-331 |
| Mother's Day Brunch |
Thu |
10:45 a.m.-Noon |
5/7 |
R07107-359 |
55+ Trips
| Trip |
Day |
Time |
Date |
Activity Code |
| Josiah Henson Museum and Park |
Fri |
9:45 a.m.-Noon |
4/17 |
R07101-334 |
