Willie Henderson Sports Complex
Register or view available classes
What's Coming
Cookies with Santa*
Days: Friday December 15, 2023
Time: 5:00 – 7:00pm
Ages: All Ages
Cost: Free
*Will also be our Toys-4-Tots pick up
See our Cookies with Santa Flyer for details!
Basketball League COED
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 4:00 – 6:00pm
*Season Begins 12/11/23
Ages: 5 - 16 years old
Active Net Code:
Peewee – (#111752)
10U – (#111748)
12U – (#111749)
14U – (#111750)
16U – (#111751)
Cost: $15
Cooking Class
Days: Wednesday
Time: 4:00 - 6:00pm
Ages: 7 - 13 years old
Active Net Code: (#111753)
Cost: $5
Arts & Crafts
Days: Thursdays
Time: 4:00 - 6:00pm
Ages: 5 - 13 years old
Active Net Code: (#111747)
Cost: FREE
Baking Basics
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 4:00 – 6:00pm
Ages: 6 - 13 years old
Active Net Code: (#111994)
Cost: $5
Drone Soccer
Days: Mon & Wed
Time: 4:00 - 5:00pm
Ages: 11 - 17 years old
Active Net Code: (#110292)
Cost: FREE
Cheerleading
Days: Monday & Thursday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30pm
Ages: 6 - 11 years old
Active Net Code: (#111997)
Cost: $20
Register at SDRecConnect!
Register Online!
Visit SDRecConnect to conveniently browse a variety of activities offered by the City of San Diego Park and Recreation Department and Community Recreation Groups. It's as easy as One, Two, and Three.
If you need assistance, please see the Frequently Asked Questions link at the bottom of the SDRecConnect website.
History of the Center
The area now known as Willie Henderson Sports Complex was once called the Southeast Athletic Field. Willie Henderson lived in the area and was responsible for building ballfields for youth. In 1986 the site was named after him for his commitment to youth sports.
Directions and Bus Route
From Interstate 805 take the 43rd Street exit. Turn right, proceed to Boston Avenue and turn right. Proceed to 45th Street and turn left. 45th Street becomes a one-way street where Willie Henderson Sports Complex is located (on the right).
The Sports Complex is accessible by bus via SDMTS Routes 11 and 955.
Recreation Centers
Willie Henderson Sports Complex
1035 South 45th St.
San Diego, CA 92113
619-527-3407
Recreation Center Hours
Please call center for hours of operation.
| Mon | 12:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Tues | 12:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Wed | 12:00pm - 10:00pm |
| Thurs | 12:00pm - 10:00pm |
| Fri | 12:00pm - 8:00pm |
| Sat | 9:00am - 4:00pm |
| Sun | 9:00am - 4:00pm |
*Times are subject to change
The center is closed on City Holidays.
Facilities
Four ball fields (one baseball field, two softball fields and one youth ball field), three multi purpose fields for soccer and football, two outdoor multi purpose courts for basketball and volleyball, two tot lots, picnic areas and a field house offering two meeting rooms, a kitchen and restrooms.
Program Guide
Information about this center's programs.
District 43 Area Guide
Information about this area's programs.
Willie Henderson Sports Complex Community Recreation Group
Meetings are held at 5:30 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month.
Willie Henderson Sports Complex Community Recreation Group Agendas, Minutes, and Postings
Community Partners
The following businesses and organizations show their support:
- The Willie Henderson Sports Complex Community Recreation Group
- The San Diego Police Department's Southeast Division
- International Friendship Soccer League
- Valencia Park Pop Warner Football