Flag football programs for kids in Brooklyn

Several non-contact football leagues are opening registration for spring and fall 2026. Local programs like 78 Youth Sports utilize Pier 5 in Brooklyn Bridge Park and Van Voorhees Playground in Cobble Hill for players ages 7-16. Other organizations such as Bed-Stuy Sports and Sports United in Flatbush offer clinics and competitive play starting as early as March, with costs ranging from $185 to $325.

For residents in Park Slope and Bay Ridge, SFX Youth Sports and St. Ephrem focus primarily on fall seasons. SFX operates as an NFL-approved league playing on the Long Meadow in Prospect Park, while St. Ephrem hosts games at Shore Road Park. Most programs are co-ed and cater to all skill levels from beginners to advanced athletes.

Summary by Dispatch AI — read the full story at Brooklyn Bridge Parents.