Arena Softball is located near highway 65 on Industrial Avenue. Arena Softball features two 10k square foot softball fields, batting and pitching cages, arcade area, a bar & grill and more. Serving children and adults with lessons, field rentals, team building and league playing. Arena Softball can organize and host parties up to 18 guests to include food, softball and more. Visit the link above for more information and discounts.
This well-known North Reading sports re-seller is located on Main Street (Route 28). At Play It Again Sports, customers may earn cash for used sports gear, trade up for another sports line, buy new items, consign or donate. According to its website, the shop offers a wide range of favorite sports brands like Adidas, Nike, Easton, Wilson and Taylor Made, to name a few.
Ladies can get their workout on at Curves. With their 30-minute circuits and Zumba classes offered amongst other services, they provide a solution for women focused on losing weight. The gym is in a beige single-story stucco building beside Marisocos Nayarit. Just across Compos Dance Studio and very visible from Riverside Dr., it is located in Brookstone Landing Plaza. It is accessible by turning right as you enter from Riverside and going all the way to the end.
The Hampshire Dome is an indoor sports complex offering a variety of fields and resources in its 94,000-square-foot facility. It contains a turf area that can be used as one large field or three smaller fields. It has an Olympic running track, a rollerway with banked turns for biking, rollerblading and more, a 315-foot golf driving range, batting cages and field turf fields that can be used for baseball, softball, lacrosse, football, field hockey and other sports. The facility is used by sports leagues, teams and clubs, and offers sports-specific training programs and clinics. The dome's facilities can be rented for events, and the facility also includes a function center that hosts catered parties and gatherings.
Fredericksburg Field House is an indoor athletic facility with artificial turf. The 75,000-square-foot building offers league play for soccer, flag football, field hockey, lacrosse, volleyball, dodgeball, quickball, among other sports.
The Tab Ramos Sports Center is an athletic complex that offers a myriad of sports and activities. The primary sport here is soccer, as Tab Ramos is a member of the National Soccer Hall of Fame, played on three consecutive World Cup teams for the United States and was the first player ever signed to a contract to play for Major League Soccer (MLS), in 1995. The athletic complex boasts several large fields that can be used for soccer, flag football, field hockey and lacrosse. The facility also has a full-length street hockey rink and numerous soccer and hockey leagues available for a wide variety of age groups and skill levels. The Tab Ramos Sports Center also offers classes and individual lessons through special instructors and camps, and provides different programs and day camps in the summertime. Come visit the SkyBox bar and lounge, which overlooks the athletic facilities and features a full bar and food menu.
The Fields Sports Complex is a full indoor sporting facility located in East Brunswick, which hosts a series of fields, including soccer, baseball, football, lacrosse and more. This facility also offers rentals and private birthday parties, and hosts leagues, tournaments, classes and clinics.
Yankee Stadium is located in the Bronx, New York, near the historic park, Heritage Field. It is the newest home stadium for the New York Yankees of the American League, and is home to the New York City Football Club of Major League Soccer. It is a bit far away from the city's main attractions, but worth the trip for a Yankees game.
Yankee Stadium parking
Pre-paid parking tickets can be purchased online through Quik Park Garages for both individual games and full- or partial-season passes. Parking is easy and guided to the various lots surrounding the stadium. For guaranteed spots, it's best to reserve a space online.
Hotels near Yankee Stadium
There are a couple of hotels close to Yankee Stadium in the Bronx. However, if attending a game is part of a trip to New York, it's better to stay in a more central location. There are surprisingly affordable hotels in the Times Square area, which is crowded but steps away from most subway lines. Other famous hotels in the Midtown area include Waldorf-Astoria and W New York.
Seating at Yankee Stadium
The cheapest seats are in bleacher sections 201 and 239, however, parts of the outfield are obstructed if you are seated behind the batter's cage. Possibly the best seats with the most reasonable prices are the main sections from 213-227B. The Legends Suite section is the most expensive and most comfortable.
Food at Yankee Stadium
Many popular food vendors from New York have a stand at Yankee Stadium, from Boar's Head delis to Brother Jimmy's BBQ. Prices vary but they are generally more costly than what you'd find around the city. Cheap classic hot dogs are available as well.
Beer at Yankee Stadium
Beers of the World, serving domestic and select craft beers, is all over the stadium. Prices range from $5-12 depending on the beer and size. The Malibu Rum Terrace Deck in the upper deck across from section 310 has the best variety and is less crowded than the Beers of the World vendors.
Parking alternatives at Yankee Stadium
Riding the subway is always the best option when getting around NYC. Avoid traffic and road rage by taking the B, D or 4 trains to 161 St/Yankee Stadium station. Keep in mind that if you are leaving from as far as Brooklyn, you should give yourself at least an hour for the ride. From Manhattan it could be 30-45 minutes.
What to bring to Yankee Stadium
Soft bags are allowed inside the stadium. Surprisingly, you can also bring food into the stadium as long as it's stored in a clear plastic bag. Bottles and cans are not allowed. A sweater or small umbrella could also be helpful, especially if you are sitting in the upper level where it is uncovered from the weather.
Insider tip for Yankee Stadium
A fast exit is Gate 6 next to right field. It leaves you at 162nd Street and River Avenue, which is a couple blocks away from the main subway station.
Author's bio: Emilia Navarro is a freelance travel writer based in Brooklyn, NY. Follow her blog at www.emiliawrites.com to learn more about her adventures.
