Next Step Rec
Welcome to Next Step Rec!
Next Step Rec is a multigenerational ministry committed to using the love of Christ to unite the community around us through sports, fitness, and recreational opportunities.
Children and youth will enjoy activities such as Upward Basketball, Home School and Preschool Physical Education, and various sports camps and clinics. Activities for adults and seniors include drop in basketball, pickleball, and volleyball as well as fitness classes for all ages and fitness levels. Check out our current offerings below!
What's Happening at Next Step Rec
Children & Youth
Our sports leagues, camps, clinics and events will always include Bible verses or mini lessons of the Christian faith to help our young people develop into secure young adults who know and experience the love of Christ.
Upcoming programming:
Upward Basketball (Registration opens Oct.), Winter Basketball Camp (Dec. 29-31), Upwards Flag Football (Spring 2026).
Fitness Classes
We have classes for all ages and fitness levels. They are open to the public and a wonderful opportunity for fellowship.
The Bible tells us that our body is a temple for the Lord. It's our responsibility to keep our body strong and healthy by staying active. We echo Paul’s encouragement that while physical training is good, training for godliness is better (1 Timothy 4:8). This is why we encourage combining faith with fitness.
Please click here to view our current offerings.
Drop in Sports
Open to everyone 16+
All skill levels are welcome. Each activity incorporates prayer and participants are expected to treat one another with the dignity and respect that Jesus models for us.
If you want to participate, but would like more coaching or information on a sport, please contact our director.
Currently we offer drop-ins for: pickleball, basketball, men's 40+ basketball, and volleyball.
Meet Our Next Step Rec Director
Katherine Kuzma
Next Step Rec Director
Before my position as the Next Step Rec Director at Huron River Methodist, I spent 17 years motivating and inspiring middle and high school students as a teacher and coach. I maintain certifications by the State of Michigan in both Physical Education and Mathematics and look forward to using my experience to bring a variety of programs to Huron River. With over 25 years of experience serving as a youth and varsity level coach, I look forward to running youth programs and a variety of sports camps and clinics. I also encourage adults and seniors to live healthy and active lives in my fitness classes here.
I have certifications, active licenses, or previously held certifications in the following:
NASM - Women’s Fitness Specialist
AFAA - Group Fitness
Les Mills Body Pump (Oct. 2025)
Zumba
STRONG Nation
Rumble (previous certification)
Kettlebell (previous certification)
HIIT with Yoga (previous certification)
I have attended Huron River since 1993, and am active in a variety of ministries and volunteer opportunities. I enjoy attending family events with husband, Tim, and three children, Ben, Makayla, and Katelyn.
Upcoming Drop-in Sports
Upcoming Fitness Classes
Upward Basketball
Our 5th season of Upward Basketball is just around the corner!
Upward is a unique opportunity for kids to be active, and build relationships with each other and the gospel. All games played in our the gym. Scholarships available.
Early-Bird Registration Ends November 2
Last Day for Registration November 30
Evaluation Day
*No Evaluation Day for Y5 & K Athletes
Tuesday, December 9
1st & 2nd Grade: 5:00-6:00 p.m.
3rd & 4th Grade: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
First Practice Y5-2nd Grade
(and continue weekly through the season)
Tuesday, January 6
Y5 & K: 5:00-6:00 p.m.
1st & 2nd Grade: 6:00-7:00 p.m.
First Practice 3rd-4th Grade
(and continue weekly through the season)
Thursday, January 8
6:00-7:00 p.m.
Game Days
Saturdays, January 17 - March 14
Y5 & K: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
1st & 2nd Grade: 10:15-11:15 a.m.
3rd & 4th Grade: 11:30-12:30 p.m.
*No games: Saturday, February 14
Make Up Week: Saturday, March 21
Winter Basketball Camp
Help your kids develop their skills with Next Step Rec’s Winter Basketball Camp! The focus of this camp will be improving offensive skills such as ball handling, passing, and shooting! Each day will emphasize a Biblical principle and verse to guide us as we work hard and improve as basketball players! Each age group will participate in drills that are FUN and developmentally appropriate and keep athletes engaged. This is a perfect launch point for winter basketball leagues, like Upward!
Camp Dates: December 29, 30 & 31
Young 5 & Kindergarten: 9:00-10:00 a.m.
1st & 2nd Grade: 10:15-11:45 a.m.
3rd & 4th Grade: 12:00-1:30 p.m.
5th - 8th Grade: 2:00-3:30 p.m.