REC CONNECT
A RESOURCE FOR LOCAL RECREATION
IN OUR COMMUNITY
The Stroud Area and its surrounding community have numerous recreational opportunities run by other organizations. This is a working list so you can find that perfect local sports team or adventure. Please note that SROSRC is not responsible for any programs or organizations listed below unless noted. This list is only a provided as a resource.
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BIKING
Edge of the Woods Outfitters
Business
129 Main Street,
Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327
Offers mountain bike rentals, as well as paddling rentals and trips.
(570) 421-6681
Pocono Bike Company
Small Business
601 Main Street,
Stroudsburg, PA, 18360
Youth & Adult
A local bike shop, well tied to community biking events.
(570) 476-7931
Youth Infusion: Trips for Kids Pocono Flow
Non-Profit
East Stroudsburg, PA
For Youth
The Youth Infusion, Trips for Kids Pocono Flow program takes kids out on scenic, fun and safe riding adventures. Bikes and helmets are available on a first-come-first serve basis. They also offer an Earn-a-bike workshop.
Pocono Bike Club
Club
For Adults
"The Pocono Bike Club serves cyclists of all disciplines in the greater Pocono area of NE PA (as well as the Lehigh Valley and western North Jersey). [They] host regular mountain and road rides, as well as working closely with local bike shops and communities to enhance our sport in the region." They also have a page that lists good local biking locations.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION
Brodhead Creek Heritage Center
Non-Profit
1539 Cherry Lane Rd,
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Youth & Adult
Our interpretive walks provide company, conversation, and nature knowledge. Relax, get some fresh air, and enjoy the views of the season!
Locations vary by week of the month.
(Click underlined locations below for directions.)
PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PA DCNR)
State Government
Various Locations.
Youth & Adult
Pennsylvania's State Park system boasts many natural wonders and fun programming. Our local State Parks include: Beltzville, Big Pocono, Goldsboro, Hickory Run, Jacobsburg, Lehigh Gorge, Nescopeck, Promised Land, and Tobyhanna.
1(717) 787-6640
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Federal Government
Various Locations. Park Headquarters at: 1978 River Road, Bushkill, PA
Youth & Adult
A property once acquired to build a dam, the DWG NRA is now a celebration of the longest free-lowing river east of the Mississippi, and the natural landscape of the Northeastern U.S.
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC)
Non-Profit
Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center
County Government
Youth & Adult
Variety of events, programs and bus trips. Part of Monroe County Conservation District (MCCD).
mcconservation.org/calendar
+1 570-629-3061
StroudRec Programs
Municipal Government
Various Locations
StroudRec offers some Environmental Education programming, such as Wild Tots in the Mid-summer, and year-round lightly interpretive walks. Visit our Programs & Events page for more details.
Or call 570-426-1512
FISHING
Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited
Non-Profit
Youth & Adult
"The Brodhead Chapter of Trout Unlimited is a nonprofit conservation organization of approximately 300 members located in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, in the heart of the fabled Pocono Mountains. Our highly motivated adult and youth volunteers share common goals: the conservation and enhancement of the various Pocono watershed coldwater fisheries.
PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
State Government
Various Locations.
Youth & Adult
Pennsylvania's State Park system offers lake, creek and river access. Please note that in order to fish on public lands, you must have a license. More information about local fishing ordinances HERE. Local State Parks with lake or creek access include: Beltzville, Goldsboro, Hickory Run, Jacobsburg, Lehigh Gorge, Nescopeck, Promised Land, and Tobyhanna.
1(717) 787-6640
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Federal Government
Various Locations. Park Headquarters at: 1978 River Road, Bushkill, PA
Youth & Adult
Access along the Delaware River. Please note that in order to fish on public lands, you must have a license. More information about local fishing ordinances HERE. Please Visit our Parks page to learn more about which offer fishing access.
(570) 426-2452
Paradise Brook Trout Company
Business
PA Fish & Boat Commission
State Government
Various Locations.
Youth & Adult
Pennsylvania's Fish and Boat Commission, where you can get a fishing license, and learn about water safety, conservation and regulations.
StroudRec Parks
Municipal Government
Various Locations
Our parks system offers ponds and creek access. Please note that in order to fish on public lands such as ours, you must have a license. Our waters are mostly designated as catch-and-release only. More information about local fishing ordinances HERE. Please Visit our Parks page to learn more about which offer fishing access.
Or call 570-426-1512
FITNESS / RUNNING
Ready Set Run
Business
431 Main Street
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Youth & Adult
Runners' supply store, tied to events within the local running community. Also provides snowshoe rentals in the winter.
(570) 424-6431
The Pocono Family YMCA
Non-profit
809 Main Street
Stroudsburg PA 18360
Youth & Adult
The Pocono Family YMCA has a fitness center, and offers some fitness programs. Requires membership.
West End Park Fitness Trail
Municipal Government
578 Evergreen Hollow Rd, Saylorsburg, PA 18353
West End Regional Park has fitness stations along its gravel, wooded trail.
Or call 570-426-1512
Girls on the Run
Non-Profit
For Youths
Variety of events, programs and overnight trips for all ages within the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
(570) 534-7387
StroudRec Programs
Municipal Government
Various Locations
StroudRec is sometimes able to offer instructor-led fitness classes. Visit our Programs & Events page for more details. Also, we offer an annual timed trail race known as the Levee Loop Trail Race and Fitness Walk.
Or call 570-426-1512
NEPA Runner.com
website
Trademarked Fitness
Business
720 Milford Road,
Suite 103
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Offers Zumba, Cardio Kickboxing, Yoga and other forms of cardio training.
HIKING
Appalachian Mountain Club: Delaware Valley Chapter
Municipal Government
Various Locations
Get Outdoors Pocono: Brodhead Watershed Association
Non-Profit
1539 Cherry Lane Rd,
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Youth & Adult
A database of Pocono-area hikes, listed in easy-to-difficult, compiled by Brodhead Watershed Association.
Pocono Environmental Education Center (PEEC)
Non-Profit
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Federal Government
Various Locations. Park Headquarters at: 1978 River Road, Bushkill, PA
PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PA DCNR)
State Government
Various Locations.
Youth & Adult
Pennsylvania's State Park system boasts many trails and sometimes offer guided hikes. Our local State Parks include: Beltzville, Big Pocono, Goldsboro, Hickory Run, Jacobsburg, Lehigh Gorge, Nescopeck, Promised Land, and Tobyhanna.
1(717) 787-6640
StroudRec Programs
Municipal Government
Various Locations
StroudRec offers year-round walks and strolls. Visit our Programs & Events page for more details.
Or call 570-426-1512
Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center
County Government
Youth & Adult
Trails, adventures and guided hikes offered. Part of Monroe County Conservation District (MCCD).
mcconservation.org
+1 570-629-3061
Wildlands Conservancy
Non-profit
Various Locations
Lehigh Valley-based land trust; guided hikes, bikes and paddling.
(610) 965-4397
MARTIAL ARTS
American Killer Bees
Business
Within Stroud Mall:
344 Stroud Mall Rd #454, Stroudsburg, PA
Youth & Adult
Specializes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai and Cardio Kickboxing. Mostly adult classes, but does offer a Little Bees program.
570-460-2653
Rising Sun Dojo
Business
Wolf's Den Boxing
Business
Crucible Jiu Jitsu
Business
Youth & Adult
Specializes in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; also offers MMA style lessons.
570-671-1212
Nam's Tae Kwon Do Center
Business
Youth & Adults
Tae Kwon Do lessons for all ages. Grandmaster Sung Nam has coached martial arts in the Olympics.
570-872-9922
Impact Martial Arts
Business
East Stroudsburg, PA
Youth & Adult
Isshin-ryū Karate based marital arts classes for kids and adults.
570-534-6064
Pocono Mountain Judo Club
Business
PADDLING
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Federal Government
Edge of the Woods Outfitters
Business
129 Main Street,
Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327
They have canoe and kayak rentals and trips on the Delaware River.
(570) 421-6681
PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PA DCNR)
State Government
Various Locations.
Youth & Adult
Local State Parks with lake access include:
Occasional paddling programs available.
1(717) 787-6640
PERFORMING ARTS / DANCE
Elve Dance
Business
96A South Courtland Street,
East Stroudsburg, PA
In2YouArts
Business
Youth
Offers opportunities for youth to express themselves through both performing and visual arts.
(570) 281-8994
Pocono Center for the Arts
Business
129 Main Street,
Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327
A non-profit who are currently developing a space to house visual art and performing arts classes.
Fusia Center for the Arts
Business
Youth & Adult
Offers various dance classes for children and adults.
School of Visual and Performing Arts / Rebel Stages
Non-profit
Youth & Adult
Inclusive, volunteer-based performing arts company.
Gigi & Company Dance Studio
Business
Shawnee Playhouse
Non-Profit
552 River Road,
Shawnee on Delaware, PA 18356
Youth & Adult
A rebuilt historical venue offering community theater.
SKATING
Holy Stokes
Business
114 Washington Street
Ste. 200
East Stroudsburg, PA
Youth & Adult
A local skateboard and snowboard shop and hub of community skating information. They are also assisting StroudRec with fundraising efforts for a Dansbury Skatepark renovation.
Stroudsburg Skate Park
Municipal Government
1100 W Main St, Stroudsburg, PA
Youth & Adult
A municipal skate park near Stroudsburg High School.
(570) 426-1512
Big Wheel
Business
Various Locations.
Youth & Adult
A classic roller skating rink.
Ice Skating in Albertson Park
Municipal Government
Youth & Adult
A weather-dependent skating rink, generally open during January and February. Stay tuned for opening information in winter for exact dates. Bring your own skates.
Dansbury Skate Park
Municipal Government
Youth & Adult
A municipal skate park. In the midst of fundraising efforts for renovation.
(570) 426-1512
Ice Skating in Amhurst Park
Municipal Government
Youth & Adult
A weather-dependent skating rink, generally open during January and February. Stay tuned for opening information in winter for exact dates. Bring your own skates.
SPORTS
East Stroudsburg Youth Association (ESYA)
Non-Profit
Youth
Offers sports programs for youth including Football, Cheerleading, T-Ball, Wrestling and Basketball.
North Summit Climbing Gym
Business
Youth & Adult
Indoor rock climbing gym. Daily rates and membership rates offered. Lessons available and party options as well.
(610) 863-4444
Stroud Area Regional Tennis Association
Non-profit
Youth & Adult
Tennis leagues, workshops, and community. Membership-based organization.
570-350-4512
Pocono Elite Flag Football
Youth Flag Football League
Generally, Dansbury Park
Youth
Organization offers weekly youth flag football during warm months of the year.
Stroudsburg Little League
Non-Profit
Creekview Park:
2 Serfass Ln, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Youth
Youth Baseball and Softball: Little League in Stroudsburg.
Hickory Run State Park Disc Golf Course
State Government
3613 PA-534, White Haven, PA 18661
FC Pocono Soccer
Non-Profit
Various Locations.
SkyLanes Bowling Alley
Business
Youth & Adult
Bowling alley with league and party options in East Stroudsburg.
570-421-7680
Summit Lanes Bowling Alley
Business
Youth & Adult
Bowling alley with league and party options.
570-839-9635
East Stroudsburg Little League
Non-Profit
Various Locations.
Youth
Youth Baseball and Softball: Little League in East Stroudsburg.
Glen Brook Golf Club
Municipal Government / Business
1044 Hickory Valley Rd Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Youth & Adult
18-hole public golf course within Stroud Township.
(570) 421-3680
Mo'R Gym & Courts
Business
Youth & Adult
Indoor tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, plus fitness area.
570-424-2333
Soccer in the Poconos
Business
Various Locations.
Youth
Pocono mountain-based soccer program, including youth soccer leagues and other prog
Pocono Family YMCA
Non-Profit
Youth & Adult
Offers competitive swimming, fencing, basketball, and other sports and fitness programs.
Forever Dedicated 64
Hoops & Fitness
Program
Various Locations.
Youth
Youth Basketball training and leagues.
570-500-2360
Yetter Disc Golf Course
Municipal Government
198-184 Wilson Ave, East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
An 18-Hole disc golf course within the beautiful, wooded, creek-side Yetter Park. Several holes host alternate baskets for a choose-your-own adventure element. Stewarded by the dedicated Pocono Disc Golf Club. Check their Facebook group for more information. Bring your own discs.
SWIMMING
Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area
Federal Government
PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (PA DCNR)
State Government
Dansbury Park Pool
Municipal Government
129 Main Street,
Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327
East Stroudsburg Borough's public pool with water slides, splash area, lap lane and graded entry. Managed by Stroud Recreation. Swim lessons also offered here in partnership with the YMCA. More info available at our Pools page.
(570) 426-1512
Pocono Family YMCA
Non-profit
809 Main St,
Stroudsburg, PA
Youth & Adult
Indoor pool open to members at certain times. Competitive swimming, swim lessons, and lap lane times also available.
Stroudsburg Borough Pool
Municipal Gonvernment
Various Locations.
Stroudburg Borough's Public Pool with kiddie area and diving area. Managed by Stroud Recreation. Swim lessons also offered here in partnership with the YMCA. More info available at our Pools page.
(570) 426-1512
YOGA
Bodyworks Wellness Studio
Business
Small holistic wellness business which offers yoga classes.
570-213-8356
Yoga House
Business
Studio offering regular classes and specialty sessions.
570-856-3140
Boundless Yoga
Business
Studio with regular yoga classes, specialized series, and teacher trainings.
570-664-0956
Strengthen and Lengthen Chair Yoga
Independent Instructor
15 Day Street, East Stroudsburg, PA
After deepening her understanding through over 500 hours of classroom training, Andrea D. now serves our community by offering yoga classes which promote self-discovery, soul exploration, healing, and connection.
StroudRec.org: Chair Yoga Registration
(570) 426-1512
OTHER
Monroe County 4H
Non-Profit
Youth
Various clubs and programs such as archery, animal rearing, sewing, civic engagement and more. Requires membership fees.
Leroy Lewis Dog Park
Municipal Government
108 Leroys Lane, East Stroudsburg, PA
Youth, Adult & Dog
W. Leroy Lewis Dog Park features two open spaces with tall fences to provide running room for dogs both big and small.
Future Stroud Area Dog Park
Municipal Government
Youth, Adult & Dog
NOT YET BUILT. StroudRec and interested community members are working together to fundraise for a Stroud-Area dog park. Learn more HERE. There are many ways to support the effort, including monthly Trivia!
(570) 426-1512
Quiet Valley
Non-Profit
347 Quiet Valley Road
Stroudsburg, PA
Youth & Adult
Living Historical Farm, offering several historic and farm-oriented public programs through the year.
(570) 992-6161
Loder Senior Center
County Government
62 Analomink Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
Adult
Public senior center in town with a monthly calendar of daily morning activities.
(570) 420-3745
The Older Adult Learning Community
Non-Profit
55 Smith Street
East Stroudsburg, PA
Adult
Lifelong learning community with three semesters per year of volunteer-lead classes. An extensive class list includes online learning, in person classes and fitness opportunities.
570-422-7810
West End Regional Dog Park
State Government
3551 Merwine Hilltop Dr, Saylorsburg, PA 18353
Youth, Adult & Dog
Dog park within West End Regional Park.