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Parks and Recreation Services Update41Parks and Recreation Services Update<div class="ExternalClassAAF05150334C447D8616046CD40FBFA4"><p><a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1883">City community centers began a tiered reopening process effective June 7</a>. <span style="color:#f2f2f2;">#Community​Centers</span><br></p><p><a href="/parks/classes-and-programs">Registration for in-person summer youth camps and programs at 11 community centers is open</a>. Camps for youth ages 6 to 12 started June 7 and run through July 30. <br></p><p><a href="/parks/pools">Select city pools and all splash pads opened on May 29</a>.<br></p><p><a href="/parks/pools/programs">Registration for summer swim lessons is open</a>. Four sessions of lessons will be offered for youth ages 3 to 12 throughout the summer.<span style="color:#f2f2f2;font-family:"segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"> </span></p><p>Community members also are encouraged to stay active by participating in the FREE <a href="/parks/classes-and-programs">PHXPlays at Home</a> and <a href="/parks/fitphx">FitPHX​</a> virtual recreation programs.<br></p><p>City outdoor recreational facilities are open normal hours of operation. That includes all parks, trails and golf courses​.​<br></p><p><a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1807">All park amenities and sports complexes reopened on March 17. Athletic field reservations and local tournaments (teams from Arizona only) resumed on March 22</a>. <span style="text-align:left;color:#f2f2f2;text-transform:none;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;float:none;display:inline;white-space:normal;"><span style="color:#f2f2f2;font-family:"segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#f2f2f2;font-family:"segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">#Homepage #allpks ​</span>​​</span>​<span style="text-align:left;color:#f2f2f2;text-transform:none;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;float:none;display:inline;white-space:normal;"><span style="font:400 13px / 1.6 "segoe ui", segoe, tahoma, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;text-align:left;color:#444444;text-transform:none;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;float:none;white-space:normal;display:inline;">​​​​</span></span></span>​<br></p><p>City-operated youth and adult sports leagues are paused until further notice.​</p><p><a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1068">Learn more about Parks and Recreation impacted services </a></p></div>3/13/2020 7:00:00 AM12/1/2021 7:00:00 AM

 

 

Parks and Recreation Impacted Services Updatehttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1068Parks and Recreation6/7/2021 5:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1068/Newsroom_Virus_Impacts.pngParks and Recreation Impacted Services Update<div class="ExternalClass226870C9FF08415B8043E4BFD901AAF8"><html> <p>Follow updates about how Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department services, facilities and programs are affected due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ​</p><p><a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/em-and-hs/1054"><strong><em>See all City of Phoenix Impacted Services</em></strong></a><em> </em><br></p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span><em>Use the Translate button on the menu bar at the top of this page to read in another language​ ​</em><br></p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);">***<span style=""> </span><a href="/parks/pools" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);">Select city pools and all splash pads opened on May 29</span>​</a> ***</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong>*** </strong></span><a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1883" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong>City community/recreation centers began​ a tiered reopening process on June 7​</strong></span></a><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong> ***</strong></span><a target="_blank"> </a><br></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);">​<span style=""><strong>*** All city park amenities and sports complexes reopened effective March 17 ***</strong></span><br style=""></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong>*** Athletic field reservations resumed effective March 22 ***</strong></span><br style=""></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style=""><strong>*** Local tournaments (teams from Arizona only) resumed effective March 22 ***​</strong></span></span></p><p><strong>Stay active by participating in FREE virtual recreation programs and activities:</strong><br>The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department, and several of its partner organizations, are offering a variety of FREE virtual programs, activities and resources to help residents of all ages and abilities stay active during the COVID-19 pandemic. <br></p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span><a target="_blank" href="/parks/classes-and-programs">Learn more and register for these FREE programs and activities</a>.​​​<br></p><p><strong>Will the city's public pools and splash pads be open in summer 2021?​</strong><br>The Parks and Recreation Department opened the following 12 city pools this summer: Cortez, Deer Valley, El Prado, Encanto, Falcon, Maryvale, Paradise Valley, Pecos, Perry, Starlight, Sunnyslope and University. <br></p><p>The pools will operate on the normal seasonal schedule, and be open six days a week from May 29 (Memorial Day weekend) to August 1 (closed Fridays), and on Saturdays and Sundays only from August 7 to September 6 (Labor Day). </p><p>New for summer 2021, six pools - El Prado, Encanto, Maryvale, Paradise Valley, Starlight and Sunnyslope - will be open on weekends only throughout the month of September. </p><p>Complete details about the summer 2021 pool season and swim lesson availability can be found on the <a href="/parks/pools" target="_blank">Pools webpage​</a>.<br></p><p>Splash pads will be open May 29 through October 1. That is the city's normal seasonal schedule for that amenity. ​<br></p><p><strong>Which Parks and Recreation Department facilities are open and available for use?</strong><br>City parks, trails and golf courses have remained open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.<br></p><p>All city park amenities and sports complexes reopened effective March 17. Additionally, athletic field reservations and local tournaments (teams from Arizona only) resumed on March 22.</p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>While all ramadas have reopened, they remain available for first-come, first-served use only. The ramada reservation process continues to be paused until further notice.​</p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span>​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>Effective May 10, the process resumed for community members to apply for a <a href="/parks/parks/party/special-activity-request-form" target="_blank">special activity request</a> to hold a private event in a city park with more than 50 people, such as a birthday party or family gathering. That includes the process to apply for a <a href="/parks/parks/rules/beer-permit-guidelines" target="_blank">beer permit</a>, or for use of an inflatable bounce house or amplified sound on park property.​</p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span>​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>Requests for a special event on park property that is open to the public still must be submitted for review by the <a href="/citymanager/specialevent" target="_blank">City Manager's Special Event Committee</a>. Examples of these events include festivals, food truck events, concerts, craft fairs, etc.​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><br></p><p>Effective June 7, the following 11 community centers will reopen and offer summer youth camp and limited indoor programming by registration only.  <br></p><p></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li>Deer Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Phoenix+Deer+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6665471%2c-112.1050588%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6f0e97a2e377:0x66a6d6abc1cebc39%218m2%213d33.6665471%214d-112.1028701?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2001 W. Wahalla Ln.</a></li><li>Desert West Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Desert+West+Community+Center/%4033.4764095%2c-112.2029176%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b151b437d3451:0xb3c5e9ae067a79c3%218m2%213d33.4764095%214d-112.2007289?shorturl=1" target="_blank">6501 W. Virginia Ave.</a></li><li>Eastlake Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Eastlake+Park/%4033.4462352%2c-112.051056%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b11ffc963d0e9:0x8a6e51bca5a5f6af%218m2%213d33.4462352%214d-112.0488673" target="_blank">1549 E. Jefferson St.</a></li><li>Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Goelet+A.+C.+Beuf+Community+Center/%4033.6970556%2c-112.1337991%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b65faf5f7875f:0xa6739f6457227eb%218m2%213d33.6970556%214d-112.1316104?shorturl=1" target="_blank">3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd.</a></li><li>Longview Neighborhood Recreation Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Longview+Neighborhood+Recreation+Center/%4033.4941506%2c-112.0542259%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b12813daba119:0x11ce4b4c3b56418a%218m2%213d33.494111%214d-112.0520099" target="_blank">4040 N. 14th St.</a></li><li>Maryvale Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Maryvale+Community+Center/%4033.5009204%2c-112.1696962%2c15z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x0:0x221e997cde141672%218m2%213d33.5009204%214d-112.1696962?shorturl=1" target="_blank">4420 N. 51st Ave.</a></li><li>Paradise Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Paradise+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6452755%2c-111.9991465%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x80d9519f830cfbe5:0x358a28ed24389c5e%218m2%213d33.6452755%214d-111.9969578?shorturl=1" target="_blank">17402 N. 40th St.</a></li><li>Pecos Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pecos+Community+Center/%4033.2918127%2c-111.9833636%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b0475bf1ce331:0x9bed0a6720a0f578%218m2%213d33.2918127%214d-111.9811749" target="_blank">17010 S. 48th St.</a></li><li>South Mountain Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/South+Mountain+Community+Center/%4033.3890796%2c-112.0727214%2c17z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b10386ddd3867:0x988967b1e014dd61%218m2%213d33.3890751%214d-112.0705327?shorturl=1" target="_blank">212 E. Alta Vista Rd.</a></li><li>Sunnyslope Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunnyslope+Community+Center/%4033.5735106%2c-112.0642064%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6d762e8b74a5:0x87050aadd7899072%218m2%213d33.5735121%214d-112.0620158" target="_blank">802 E. Vogel Ave.</a></li><li>Washington Activity Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Washington+Activity+Center/%4033.5302398%2c-112.1097544%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6cd1de133811:0xfe53ef821da7b977%218m2%213d33.5302398%214d-112.1075657?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2240 W. Citrus Way</a><br></li></ul><p></p><p>That is part of a <a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1883" target="_blank">tiered reopening plan​</a> for those facilities. Drop-in use of these facilities is not available at this time. Information about summer youth camps is available on the <a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/phoenix/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=Summer%20Camp&viewMode=list" target="_blank">Activenet registration website​</a>. The facilities will be operated with a variety of COVID-19 protocols and safety amenities in place. <br></p><p><a target="_blank" href="/parks/arts-culture-history/pueblo-grande">Pueblo Grande Museum</a>'s outdoor interpretative trails are open. The indoor portion of the museum remains closed and all in-person programs are paused. The museum is offering virtual lectures and other virtual ​activities.<br></p><p>The Parks and Recreation Department has agreements with many partner organizations that operate city-owned facilities, of which the following​ are open and offering varying levels of hours, access and programming:</p><p></p><p></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.mlb.com/brewers/spring-training/ballpark">American Family Fields of Phoenix</a> </li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.azscience.org/">Arizona Science Center​</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://dbg.org/">Desert Botanical Garden</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.enchantedisland.com/">Enchanted Island Amusement Park​</a> in Encanto Park</li><li><a href="https://heritagesquarephx.org/" target="_blank">Heritage Square and Rosson House</a></li><li><a href="https://www.azirish.org/" target="_blank">Irish Cultural Center and McClelland Library</a> in Hance Park​​</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.japanesefriendshipgarden.org/">Japanese Friendship Garden</a> in Hance Park</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://northmountainvisitorcenter.org/">North Mountain Visitor Center</a></li><li><a href="https://phoenixcenterforthearts.org/" target="_blank">Phoenix Center for the Arts</a> ​</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.nativeconnections.org/phoenix-indian-school-visitors-center">Phoenix Indian School Visitor Center</a> in Steele Indian School Park</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://thesundevils.com/facilities/phoenix-municipal-stadium/5">Phoenix Municipal Stadium</a>  </li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixtenniscenter.org/" style="">Phoenix Tennis Center</a> in Washington Park</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.phoenixzoo.org/">Phoenix Zoo</a></li><li><a href="http://www.azhistcemeteries.org/" target="_blank">Pioneer and Military Memorial Park</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://shemerartcenter.org/" style="">Shemer Art Center</a></li><li><a href="http://www.azhistcemeteries.org/" target="_blank">Smurthwaite House</a></li><li><a href="https://phoenixcenterforthearts.org/thunderbird-arts-center/" target="_blank">Thunderbird Arts Center​</a> ​</li><li><a href="https://tovreacastletours.com/" target="_blank">Tovrea Castle</a></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Which Parks and Recreation Department services, programs and facilities are affected?</strong><br>Effective June 7, a <a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1883" target="_blank">tiered reopening plan</a> will begin for community and recreation centers. The following 11 community centers will reopen at that time, and offer summer youth camp and limited indoor programming by registration only. </p><p></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li>Deer Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Phoenix+Deer+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6665471%2c-112.1050588%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6f0e97a2e377:0x66a6d6abc1cebc39%218m2%213d33.6665471%214d-112.1028701?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2001 W. Wahalla Ln.</a></li><li>Desert West Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Desert+West+Community+Center/%4033.4764095%2c-112.2029176%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b151b437d3451:0xb3c5e9ae067a79c3%218m2%213d33.4764095%214d-112.2007289?shorturl=1" target="_blank">6501 W. Virginia Ave.</a><br></li><li>Eastlake Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Eastlake+Park/%4033.4462352%2c-112.051056%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b11ffc963d0e9:0x8a6e51bca5a5f6af%218m2%213d33.4462352%214d-112.0488673" target="_blank">1549 E. Jefferson St.</a></li><li>Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Goelet+A.+C.+Beuf+Community+Center/%4033.6970556%2c-112.1337991%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b65faf5f7875f:0xa6739f6457227eb%218m2%213d33.6970556%214d-112.1316104?shorturl=1" target="_blank">3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd.</a>​</li><li>Longview Neighborhood Recreation Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Longview+Neighborhood+Recreation+Center/%4033.4941506%2c-112.0542259%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b12813daba119:0x11ce4b4c3b56418a%218m2%213d33.494111%214d-112.0520099" target="_blank">4040 N. 14th St.</a></li><li>Maryvale Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Maryvale+Community+Center/%4033.5009204%2c-112.1696962%2c15z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x0:0x221e997cde141672%218m2%213d33.5009204%214d-112.1696962?shorturl=1" target="_blank">4420 N. 51st Ave.</a></li><li>Paradise Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Paradise+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6452755%2c-111.9991465%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x80d9519f830cfbe5:0x358a28ed24389c5e%218m2%213d33.6452755%214d-111.9969578?shorturl=1" target="_blank">17402 N. 40th St.</a></li><li>Pecos Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pecos+Community+Center/%4033.2918127%2c-111.9833636%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b0475bf1ce331:0x9bed0a6720a0f578%218m2%213d33.2918127%214d-111.9811749" target="_blank">17010 S. 48th St.</a></li><li>South Mountain Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/South+Mountain+Community+Center/%4033.3890796%2c-112.0727214%2c17z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b10386ddd3867:0x988967b1e014dd61%218m2%213d33.3890751%214d-112.0705327?shorturl=1" target="_blank">212 E. Alta Vista Rd.</a></li><li>Sunnyslope Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunnyslope+Community+Center/%4033.5735106%2c-112.0642064%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6d762e8b74a5:0x87050aadd7899072%218m2%213d33.5735121%214d-112.0620158" target="_blank">802 E. Vogel Ave.</a></li><li>Washington Activity Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Washington+Activity+Center/%4033.5302398%2c-112.1097544%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6cd1de133811:0xfe53ef821da7b977%218m2%213d33.5302398%214d-112.1075657?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2240 W. Citrus Way</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Drop-in use of those facilities is not available at this time. All other community and recreation centers will remain closed until further notice.​​ <span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>The facilities will be operated with a variety of COVID-19 protocols and safety amenities in place.​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><br></p><p>While all ramadas have reopened, they remain available for first-come, first-served use only. The ramada reservation process continues to be paused until further notice.​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span>​<br></p><p>The following recreation facilities or programs are closed, postponed or paused:</p><p></p><ul dir="" class="" style=""><li><a target="_blank" href="/parks/arts-culture-history/pueblo-grande">Pueblo Grande Museum​</a> is closed and all in-person programs are paused (the museum's outdoor interpretative trails are open, and virtual lectures and other virtual activities are being offered) <br></li><li>City-operated youth and adult sports leagues are paused until further notice<br></li><li>The Mobile Recreation program is paused<br></li><li>The Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) program is paused (PAC operates on school campuses citywide and will be paused until school schedules and protocols are modified)<br></li><li>Adaptive and inclusive programs operated by non-profit partner Daring Adventures have been postponed​ (offices located in Telephone Pioneers Park are closed). <a target="_blank" href="https://www.daring-adventures.org/virtual-adventures">Activities are being offered virtually​</a>. <span id="ms-rterangepaste-end">​</span></li></ul><p></p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><p>The Parks and Recreation Department has agreements with many partner organizations that operate city-owned facilities, of which the following​ are closed: </p><p></p><ul dir="" class="" style=""><li><a href="http://ak-chinpavilion.com/" target="_blank">Ak-Chin Pavilion</a><a style="background-color:window;font-size:10pt;" target="_blank" href="https://heritagesquarephx.org/rossonhouse/">​</a><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> ​</span></li><li><a href="https://azhlp.com/" target="_blank">Horse Lovers Park​</a> (closed to spectators and non-event related visitors)<br></li><li><a href="https://riosalado.audubon.org/" target="_blank">Rio Salado Audubon Center</a>​<br></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>How are city golf courses affected?<br></strong><a target="_blank" href="/parks/golf">All eight of the city's public golf courses are open normal hours of operation, including restaurants</a>. On-course beverage cart service is available daily. CDC guidelines and physical distancing protocol is being followed. ​​<br></p><p>​​<strong>​Can I get exercise outdoors and still practice responsible social or physical distancing?</strong><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"><br>Being outdoors is important for health and wellness. The Parks and Recreation Department encourages residents to get outside, get exercise and practice responsible physical distancing while exploring all that the city's parks​ system has to offer. The City of Phoenix is one of more than 1,000​​​​ organizations nationwide to have ​signed on in support of the National Recreation and Park Association's (NRPA) <a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1082">​social or physical distancing guidelines</a> when using a public park or trail. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nrpa.org/about-national-recreation-and-park-association/press-room/NRPA-statement-on-using-parks-and-open-space-while-maintaining-social-distancing/">Read more on the NRPA website</a>.</span>​<br></p><p><strong>Will participants of suspended or canceled programs receive a refund?</strong><br>​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>Participants of classes, programs, sports leagues, Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) and athletic field reservations will receive a prorated refund. Credit will be placed on their Activenet account and be available for use the next time they register. If paid by credit card, the refund will automatically be applied to that card. Customers can request a refund by check, which could take up to 2 to 4 weeks to process. If a participant wishes to receive a check, they should contact the facility at which the program was being held. All administrative fees for cancelations and refunds have been waived.​ <br></p><p> <a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/em-and-hs/1054"> <strong>See all City of Phoenix Impacted Services</strong></a><br></p></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/parksNews

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Summer Pool Season:


Select city pools and all splash pads opened May 29​.

COVID-19 Pool Protocols​

Open swim at city pools will be available in two 2 hour and 45 minute blocks six days a week.

Effective June 12, reservations will no longer be needed for open swim at a city pool.​​

Four sessions of swim lessons will be available this summer. FREE lessons will be offered to youth ages 3 to 12. Register for lessons​ 

Summer Youth Camps: ​​​






In-person summer camps for youth ages 6 to 12 will be offered at 11 community centers​ starting June 7. Register for a camp​

Upcoming Events: ​

 

 

Swim Lesson Registration Opens: Session Chttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3929Swim Lesson Registration Opens: Session COnline / In-Person6/24/2021 11:30:00 PM6/25/2021 1:30:00 AMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​For summer 2021, all swim lessons at City of Phoenix pools are FREE and will be offered to youth ages 3 to 12 only. Lessons offered as part of Session C will run from July 5 to July 15​. Swim lesson options are viewable on the Activenet registration website . 2021 Swim Lesson Sessions and Registration Schedule Session A June 7 to June 17 – session is FULL​​ Session B June 21 to July 1 – registration opens June 10 at 430 p.m. Session C July 5 to July 15 – registration opens June 24 at 430 p.m. Session D July 19 to July 29 – registration opens July 8 at 430 p.m.​ Customers are encouraged to login to Activenet prior to the registration date to update or create their account and develop a “wish list" for their desired courses. Doing this in advance of the start of registration will help expedite the process and improve a customer's ability to enroll in the lessons they wa​nt. While online registration is recommended, customers can register in-person at Maryvale Community Center ( 4420​ N. 51st Ave. ), Paradise Valley Community Center ( 17402 N. 40th St. ) and South Mountain Community Center ( 212 E. Alta Vista Rd. ) from 430 to 630 p.m.​ on the first day of registration for that session.​​
Swim Lesson Registration Opens: Session Dhttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3930Swim Lesson Registration Opens: Session DOnline / In-Person7/8/2021 11:30:00 PM7/9/2021 1:30:00 AMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​For summer 2021, all swim lessons at City of Phoenix pools are FREE and will be offered to youth ages 3 to 12 only. Lessons offered as part of Session D will run from July 19 to July 29. Swim lesson options are viewable on the Activenet registration website . 2021 Swim Lesson Sessions and Registration Schedule Session A June 7 to June 17 – session is FULL Session B June 21 to July 1 – registration opens June 10 at 430 p.m. Session C July 5 to July 15 – registration opens June 24 at 430 p.m. Session D July 19 to July 29 – registration opens July 8 at 430 p.m.​ Customers are encouraged to login to Activenet prior to the registration date to update or create their account and develop a “wish list" for their desired courses. Doing this in advance of the start of registration will help expedite the process and improve a customer's ability to enroll in the lessons they wa​nt. While online registration is recommended, customers can register in-person at Maryvale Community Center ( 4420​ N. 51st Ave. ), Paradise Valley Community Center ( 17402 N. 40th St. ) and South Mountain Community Center ( 212 E. Alta Vista Rd. ) from 430 to 630 p.m.​ on the first day of registration for that session.
FitPHX Virtual: Morning Yogahttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3827FitPHX Virtual: Morning YogaOnline7/10/2021 4:00:00 PM7/10/2021 5:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ FitPHX​ , the city’s healthy community initiative, is presenting activities virtually thanks to the sponsorship of AARP Arizona and other supporting partners. These programs are free, but registration is required. Registered participants will receive a unique code to virtually join the live video stream via Zoom. Participants will also need to download the free Zoom app through the iTunes or Android store, or search for and download it through their internet service provider. FitPHX Virtual Morning Yoga Morning Yoga, presented in partnership with Sutra Studios , is designed for all ages and experience levels. It will be held every second Saturday of the month from February 13 to December 11. Jump start your day, wake up your body and get your energy flowing. Learn more and register .​ ​​​ Learn about other Parks and Recreation Department programs and activities that are being offered virtually on Phoenix.gov/Parks .​​​​​​​​
FitPHX Virtual: Morning Yogahttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3828FitPHX Virtual: Morning YogaOnline8/14/2021 4:00:00 PM8/14/2021 5:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ FitPHX​ , the city’s healthy community initiative, is presenting activities virtually thanks to the sponsorship of AARP Arizona and other supporting partners. These programs are free, but registration is required. Registered participants will receive a unique code to virtually join the live video stream via Zoom. Participants will also need to download the free Zoom app through the iTunes or Android store, or search for and download it through their internet service provider. FitPHX Virtual Morning Yoga Morning Yoga, presented in partnership with Sutra Studios , is designed for all ages and experience levels. It will be held every second Saturday of the month from February 13 to December 11. Jump start your day, wake up your body and get your energy flowing. Learn more and register .​ ​​​ Learn about other Parks and Recreation Department programs and activities that are being offered virtually on Phoenix.gov/Parks .​​​​​​​​​
FitPHX Virtual: Morning Yogahttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3829FitPHX Virtual: Morning YogaOnline9/11/2021 4:00:00 PM9/11/2021 5:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ FitPHX​ , the city’s healthy community initiative, is presenting activities virtually thanks to the sponsorship of AARP Arizona and other supporting partners. These programs are free, but registration is required. Registered participants will receive a unique code to virtually join the live video stream via Zoom. Participants will also need to download the free Zoom app through the iTunes or Android store, or search for and download it through their internet service provider. FitPHX Virtual Morning Yoga Morning Yoga, presented in partnership with Sutra Studios , is designed for all ages and experience levels. It will be held every second Saturday of the month from February 13 to December 11. Jump start your day, wake up your body and get your energy flowing. Learn more and register .​ ​​​ Learn about other Parks and Recreation Department programs and activities that are being offered virtually on Phoenix.gov/Parks .​​​​​​​
FitPHX Virtual: Morning Yogahttps://www.phoenix.gov/calendar/parks/3830FitPHX Virtual: Morning YogaOnline10/9/2021 4:00:00 PM10/9/2021 5:00:00 PMGP0|#5a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0;L0|#05a6a607d-8eed-4a8d-826c-3328d59cefd0|Parks and Recreation;GTSet|#517b07ab-dd83-4937-994c-c703834583f1;GPP|#c91454cd-5b28-4d66-bc01-17d32298aa9b ​ FitPHX​ , the city’s healthy community initiative, is presenting activities virtually thanks to the sponsorship of AARP Arizona and other supporting partners. These programs are free, but registration is required. Registered participants will receive a unique code to virtually join the live video stream via Zoom. Participants will also need to download the free Zoom app through the iTunes or Android store, or search for and download it through their internet service provider. FitPHX Virtual Morning Yoga Morning Yoga, presented in partnership with Sutra Studios , is designed for all ages and experience levels. It will be held every second Saturday of the month from February 13 to December 11. Jump start your day, wake up your body and get your energy flowing. Learn more and register .​ ​​​ Learn about other Parks and Recreation Department programs and activities that are being offered virtually on Phoenix.gov/Parks .​​​​​​​​

 

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Changes Made to Open Swim Schedule at City Poolshttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1945Parks and Recreation6/10/2021 5:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1945/water splash.jpgChanges Made to Open Swim Schedule at City Pools<div class="ExternalClass81CC2C3B469742CB983BEA7F721C2778"><html> <p>​​Th​e <a target="_blank" href="/parks">Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department</a> has modified the format for open swim at city pools this summer. The changes include lifting the reservation requirement and adjusting the hours of availability. Doing so will provide an improved customer experience.</p><p>Effective June 12, reservations will no longer be needed to participate in open swim at a City of Phoenix pool. Customers will be able to walk-up to a facility, pay the admission fee and enter as capacity allows. Due to COVID-19 protocols, city pools are being operated at a reduced capacity this summer.</p><p>Also, effective June 12, open swim will be available in <span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>two 2 hour and 45 minute time blocks six days a week (pools are closed Fridays)​. The schedule will be as follows:</p><p></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li>Noon to 2:45 p.m.<br></li><li>2:45 p.m. to 3 p.m. – pool facility closed for cleaning</li><li>3 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.</li></ul><p></p><p>Youth age 17 and younger can swim for FREE at all city pools this summer, while adults can swim for $3 and seniors for $1 (age 60 and older). Starting June 12, a season pass can be purchased in-person at a city pool. An adult season pass is $30 (age 18 and older) and a senior season pass is $20 (age 60 and older).</p><p>Youth must be accompanied by someone at least 16 years of age for open swim. A mask or face covering is required by everyone when indoors at a city pool facility and encouraged for anyone when outdoors and not in the water.</p><p>The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department is operating 12 pools citywide this summer. A list of which pools are open and the seasonal schedule is available at <a target="_blank" href="/parks/pools">Phoenix.gov/Parks/Pools</a>.</p><br></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/parksNews
Parks and Recreation Impacted Services Updatehttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1068Parks and Recreation6/7/2021 5:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1068/Newsroom_Virus_Impacts.pngParks and Recreation Impacted Services Update<div class="ExternalClass226870C9FF08415B8043E4BFD901AAF8"><html> <p>Follow updates about how Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department services, facilities and programs are affected due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ​</p><p><a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/em-and-hs/1054"><strong><em>See all City of Phoenix Impacted Services</em></strong></a><em> </em><br></p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span><em>Use the Translate button on the menu bar at the top of this page to read in another language​ ​</em><br></p><p style="text-align:center;"><strong style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);">***<span style=""> </span><a href="/parks/pools" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);">Select city pools and all splash pads opened on May 29</span>​</a> ***</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong>*** </strong></span><a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1883" target="_blank"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong>City community/recreation centers began​ a tiered reopening process on June 7​</strong></span></a><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong> ***</strong></span><a target="_blank"> </a><br></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);">​<span style=""><strong>*** All city park amenities and sports complexes reopened effective March 17 ***</strong></span><br style=""></span></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><strong>*** Athletic field reservations resumed effective March 22 ***</strong></span><br style=""></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:rgb(255, 0, 0);"><span style=""><strong>*** Local tournaments (teams from Arizona only) resumed effective March 22 ***​</strong></span></span></p><p><strong>Stay active by participating in FREE virtual recreation programs and activities:</strong><br>The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department, and several of its partner organizations, are offering a variety of FREE virtual programs, activities and resources to help residents of all ages and abilities stay active during the COVID-19 pandemic. <br></p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span><a target="_blank" href="/parks/classes-and-programs">Learn more and register for these FREE programs and activities</a>.​​​<br></p><p><strong>Will the city's public pools and splash pads be open in summer 2021?​</strong><br>The Parks and Recreation Department opened the following 12 city pools this summer: Cortez, Deer Valley, El Prado, Encanto, Falcon, Maryvale, Paradise Valley, Pecos, Perry, Starlight, Sunnyslope and University. <br></p><p>The pools will operate on the normal seasonal schedule, and be open six days a week from May 29 (Memorial Day weekend) to August 1 (closed Fridays), and on Saturdays and Sundays only from August 7 to September 6 (Labor Day). </p><p>New for summer 2021, six pools - El Prado, Encanto, Maryvale, Paradise Valley, Starlight and Sunnyslope - will be open on weekends only throughout the month of September. </p><p>Complete details about the summer 2021 pool season and swim lesson availability can be found on the <a href="/parks/pools" target="_blank">Pools webpage​</a>.<br></p><p>Splash pads will be open May 29 through October 1. That is the city's normal seasonal schedule for that amenity. ​<br></p><p><strong>Which Parks and Recreation Department facilities are open and available for use?</strong><br>City parks, trails and golf courses have remained open throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.<br></p><p>All city park amenities and sports complexes reopened effective March 17. Additionally, athletic field reservations and local tournaments (teams from Arizona only) resumed on March 22.</p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>While all ramadas have reopened, they remain available for first-come, first-served use only. The ramada reservation process continues to be paused until further notice.​</p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span>​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>Effective May 10, the process resumed for community members to apply for a <a href="/parks/parks/party/special-activity-request-form" target="_blank">special activity request</a> to hold a private event in a city park with more than 50 people, such as a birthday party or family gathering. That includes the process to apply for a <a href="/parks/parks/rules/beer-permit-guidelines" target="_blank">beer permit</a>, or for use of an inflatable bounce house or amplified sound on park property.​</p><p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span>​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>Requests for a special event on park property that is open to the public still must be submitted for review by the <a href="/citymanager/specialevent" target="_blank">City Manager's Special Event Committee</a>. Examples of these events include festivals, food truck events, concerts, craft fairs, etc.​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><br></p><p>Effective June 7, the following 11 community centers will reopen and offer summer youth camp and limited indoor programming by registration only.  <br></p><p></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li>Deer Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Phoenix+Deer+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6665471%2c-112.1050588%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6f0e97a2e377:0x66a6d6abc1cebc39%218m2%213d33.6665471%214d-112.1028701?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2001 W. Wahalla Ln.</a></li><li>Desert West Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Desert+West+Community+Center/%4033.4764095%2c-112.2029176%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b151b437d3451:0xb3c5e9ae067a79c3%218m2%213d33.4764095%214d-112.2007289?shorturl=1" target="_blank">6501 W. Virginia Ave.</a></li><li>Eastlake Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Eastlake+Park/%4033.4462352%2c-112.051056%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b11ffc963d0e9:0x8a6e51bca5a5f6af%218m2%213d33.4462352%214d-112.0488673" target="_blank">1549 E. Jefferson St.</a></li><li>Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Goelet+A.+C.+Beuf+Community+Center/%4033.6970556%2c-112.1337991%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b65faf5f7875f:0xa6739f6457227eb%218m2%213d33.6970556%214d-112.1316104?shorturl=1" target="_blank">3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd.</a></li><li>Longview Neighborhood Recreation Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Longview+Neighborhood+Recreation+Center/%4033.4941506%2c-112.0542259%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b12813daba119:0x11ce4b4c3b56418a%218m2%213d33.494111%214d-112.0520099" target="_blank">4040 N. 14th St.</a></li><li>Maryvale Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Maryvale+Community+Center/%4033.5009204%2c-112.1696962%2c15z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x0:0x221e997cde141672%218m2%213d33.5009204%214d-112.1696962?shorturl=1" target="_blank">4420 N. 51st Ave.</a></li><li>Paradise Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Paradise+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6452755%2c-111.9991465%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x80d9519f830cfbe5:0x358a28ed24389c5e%218m2%213d33.6452755%214d-111.9969578?shorturl=1" target="_blank">17402 N. 40th St.</a></li><li>Pecos Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pecos+Community+Center/%4033.2918127%2c-111.9833636%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b0475bf1ce331:0x9bed0a6720a0f578%218m2%213d33.2918127%214d-111.9811749" target="_blank">17010 S. 48th St.</a></li><li>South Mountain Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/South+Mountain+Community+Center/%4033.3890796%2c-112.0727214%2c17z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b10386ddd3867:0x988967b1e014dd61%218m2%213d33.3890751%214d-112.0705327?shorturl=1" target="_blank">212 E. Alta Vista Rd.</a></li><li>Sunnyslope Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunnyslope+Community+Center/%4033.5735106%2c-112.0642064%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6d762e8b74a5:0x87050aadd7899072%218m2%213d33.5735121%214d-112.0620158" target="_blank">802 E. Vogel Ave.</a></li><li>Washington Activity Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Washington+Activity+Center/%4033.5302398%2c-112.1097544%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6cd1de133811:0xfe53ef821da7b977%218m2%213d33.5302398%214d-112.1075657?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2240 W. Citrus Way</a><br></li></ul><p></p><p>That is part of a <a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1883" target="_blank">tiered reopening plan​</a> for those facilities. Drop-in use of these facilities is not available at this time. Information about summer youth camps is available on the <a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/phoenix/activity/search?onlineSiteId=0&activity_select_param=2&activity_keyword=Summer%20Camp&viewMode=list" target="_blank">Activenet registration website​</a>. The facilities will be operated with a variety of COVID-19 protocols and safety amenities in place. <br></p><p><a target="_blank" href="/parks/arts-culture-history/pueblo-grande">Pueblo Grande Museum</a>'s outdoor interpretative trails are open. The indoor portion of the museum remains closed and all in-person programs are paused. The museum is offering virtual lectures and other virtual ​activities.<br></p><p>The Parks and Recreation Department has agreements with many partner organizations that operate city-owned facilities, of which the following​ are open and offering varying levels of hours, access and programming:</p><p></p><p></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.mlb.com/brewers/spring-training/ballpark">American Family Fields of Phoenix</a> </li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.azscience.org/">Arizona Science Center​</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://dbg.org/">Desert Botanical Garden</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.enchantedisland.com/">Enchanted Island Amusement Park​</a> in Encanto Park</li><li><a href="https://heritagesquarephx.org/" target="_blank">Heritage Square and Rosson House</a></li><li><a href="https://www.azirish.org/" target="_blank">Irish Cultural Center and McClelland Library</a> in Hance Park​​</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.japanesefriendshipgarden.org/">Japanese Friendship Garden</a> in Hance Park</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://northmountainvisitorcenter.org/">North Mountain Visitor Center</a></li><li><a href="https://phoenixcenterforthearts.org/" target="_blank">Phoenix Center for the Arts</a> ​</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.nativeconnections.org/phoenix-indian-school-visitors-center">Phoenix Indian School Visitor Center</a> in Steele Indian School Park</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://thesundevils.com/facilities/phoenix-municipal-stadium/5">Phoenix Municipal Stadium</a>  </li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://phoenixtenniscenter.org/" style="">Phoenix Tennis Center</a> in Washington Park</li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://www.phoenixzoo.org/">Phoenix Zoo</a></li><li><a href="http://www.azhistcemeteries.org/" target="_blank">Pioneer and Military Memorial Park</a></li><li><a target="_blank" href="https://shemerartcenter.org/" style="">Shemer Art Center</a></li><li><a href="http://www.azhistcemeteries.org/" target="_blank">Smurthwaite House</a></li><li><a href="https://phoenixcenterforthearts.org/thunderbird-arts-center/" target="_blank">Thunderbird Arts Center​</a> ​</li><li><a href="https://tovreacastletours.com/" target="_blank">Tovrea Castle</a></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Which Parks and Recreation Department services, programs and facilities are affected?</strong><br>Effective June 7, a <a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1883" target="_blank">tiered reopening plan</a> will begin for community and recreation centers. The following 11 community centers will reopen at that time, and offer summer youth camp and limited indoor programming by registration only. </p><p></p><ul style="" class="" dir=""><li>Deer Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Phoenix+Deer+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6665471%2c-112.1050588%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6f0e97a2e377:0x66a6d6abc1cebc39%218m2%213d33.6665471%214d-112.1028701?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2001 W. Wahalla Ln.</a></li><li>Desert West Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Desert+West+Community+Center/%4033.4764095%2c-112.2029176%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b151b437d3451:0xb3c5e9ae067a79c3%218m2%213d33.4764095%214d-112.2007289?shorturl=1" target="_blank">6501 W. Virginia Ave.</a><br></li><li>Eastlake Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Eastlake+Park/%4033.4462352%2c-112.051056%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b11ffc963d0e9:0x8a6e51bca5a5f6af%218m2%213d33.4462352%214d-112.0488673" target="_blank">1549 E. Jefferson St.</a></li><li>Goelet A.C. Beuf Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Goelet+A.+C.+Beuf+Community+Center/%4033.6970556%2c-112.1337991%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b65faf5f7875f:0xa6739f6457227eb%218m2%213d33.6970556%214d-112.1316104?shorturl=1" target="_blank">3435 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd.</a>​</li><li>Longview Neighborhood Recreation Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Longview+Neighborhood+Recreation+Center/%4033.4941506%2c-112.0542259%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b12813daba119:0x11ce4b4c3b56418a%218m2%213d33.494111%214d-112.0520099" target="_blank">4040 N. 14th St.</a></li><li>Maryvale Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Maryvale+Community+Center/%4033.5009204%2c-112.1696962%2c15z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x0:0x221e997cde141672%218m2%213d33.5009204%214d-112.1696962?shorturl=1" target="_blank">4420 N. 51st Ave.</a></li><li>Paradise Valley Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Paradise+Valley+Community+Center/%4033.6452755%2c-111.9991465%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x80d9519f830cfbe5:0x358a28ed24389c5e%218m2%213d33.6452755%214d-111.9969578?shorturl=1" target="_blank">17402 N. 40th St.</a></li><li>Pecos Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Pecos+Community+Center/%4033.2918127%2c-111.9833636%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b0475bf1ce331:0x9bed0a6720a0f578%218m2%213d33.2918127%214d-111.9811749" target="_blank">17010 S. 48th St.</a></li><li>South Mountain Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/South+Mountain+Community+Center/%4033.3890796%2c-112.0727214%2c17z/data=%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b10386ddd3867:0x988967b1e014dd61%218m2%213d33.3890751%214d-112.0705327?shorturl=1" target="_blank">212 E. Alta Vista Rd.</a></li><li>Sunnyslope Community Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunnyslope+Community+Center/%4033.5735106%2c-112.0642064%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6d762e8b74a5:0x87050aadd7899072%218m2%213d33.5735121%214d-112.0620158" target="_blank">802 E. Vogel Ave.</a></li><li>Washington Activity Center, <a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/Washington+Activity+Center/%4033.5302398%2c-112.1097544%2c17z/data=%213m1%214b1%214m5%213m4%211s0x872b6cd1de133811:0xfe53ef821da7b977%218m2%213d33.5302398%214d-112.1075657?shorturl=1" target="_blank">2240 W. Citrus Way</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Drop-in use of those facilities is not available at this time. All other community and recreation centers will remain closed until further notice.​​ <span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>The facilities will be operated with a variety of COVID-19 protocols and safety amenities in place.​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><br></p><p>While all ramadas have reopened, they remain available for first-come, first-served use only. The ramada reservation process continues to be paused until further notice.​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span>​<br></p><p>The following recreation facilities or programs are closed, postponed or paused:</p><p></p><ul dir="" class="" style=""><li><a target="_blank" href="/parks/arts-culture-history/pueblo-grande">Pueblo Grande Museum​</a> is closed and all in-person programs are paused (the museum's outdoor interpretative trails are open, and virtual lectures and other virtual activities are being offered) <br></li><li>City-operated youth and adult sports leagues are paused until further notice<br></li><li>The Mobile Recreation program is paused<br></li><li>The Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) program is paused (PAC operates on school campuses citywide and will be paused until school schedules and protocols are modified)<br></li><li>Adaptive and inclusive programs operated by non-profit partner Daring Adventures have been postponed​ (offices located in Telephone Pioneers Park are closed). <a target="_blank" href="https://www.daring-adventures.org/virtual-adventures">Activities are being offered virtually​</a>. <span id="ms-rterangepaste-end">​</span></li></ul><p></p><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"></span><p>The Parks and Recreation Department has agreements with many partner organizations that operate city-owned facilities, of which the following​ are closed: </p><p></p><ul dir="" class="" style=""><li><a href="http://ak-chinpavilion.com/" target="_blank">Ak-Chin Pavilion</a><a style="background-color:window;font-size:10pt;" target="_blank" href="https://heritagesquarephx.org/rossonhouse/">​</a><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> ​</span></li><li><a href="https://azhlp.com/" target="_blank">Horse Lovers Park​</a> (closed to spectators and non-event related visitors)<br></li><li><a href="https://riosalado.audubon.org/" target="_blank">Rio Salado Audubon Center</a>​<br></li></ul><p></p><p><strong>How are city golf courses affected?<br></strong><a target="_blank" href="/parks/golf">All eight of the city's public golf courses are open normal hours of operation, including restaurants</a>. On-course beverage cart service is available daily. CDC guidelines and physical distancing protocol is being followed. ​​<br></p><p>​​<strong>​Can I get exercise outdoors and still practice responsible social or physical distancing?</strong><span id="ms-rterangepaste-end"><br>Being outdoors is important for health and wellness. The Parks and Recreation Department encourages residents to get outside, get exercise and practice responsible physical distancing while exploring all that the city's parks​ system has to offer. The City of Phoenix is one of more than 1,000​​​​ organizations nationwide to have ​signed on in support of the National Recreation and Park Association's (NRPA) <a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1082">​social or physical distancing guidelines</a> when using a public park or trail. <a target="_blank" href="https://www.nrpa.org/about-national-recreation-and-park-association/press-room/NRPA-statement-on-using-parks-and-open-space-while-maintaining-social-distancing/">Read more on the NRPA website</a>.</span>​<br></p><p><strong>Will participants of suspended or canceled programs receive a refund?</strong><br>​<span id="ms-rterangepaste-start"></span>Participants of classes, programs, sports leagues, Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) and athletic field reservations will receive a prorated refund. Credit will be placed on their Activenet account and be available for use the next time they register. If paid by credit card, the refund will automatically be applied to that card. Customers can request a refund by check, which could take up to 2 to 4 weeks to process. If a participant wishes to receive a check, they should contact the facility at which the program was being held. All administrative fees for cancelations and refunds have been waived.​ <br></p><p> <a target="_blank" href="/newsroom/em-and-hs/1054"> <strong>See all City of Phoenix Impacted Services</strong></a><br></p></html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/parksNews
Phoenix City Manager Ed Zuercher Names Cynthia Aguilar Parks and Recreation Directorhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1934Parks and Recreation6/4/2021 6:00:00 PMhttps://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/1934/Newsroom_Park_003Dir (002).pngPhoenix City Manager Ed Zuercher Names Cynthia Aguilar Parks and Recreation Director<div class="ExternalClassD3D7B79B8DD04030A9758A7F9765A48F"><html> <p> ​​​Phoenix City Manager Ed Zuercher has named Cynthia Aguilar as the city's Parks and Recreation Director, responsible for the largest municipal parks system in the nation, including more than 41,000 acres, 185 parks and 200-plus miles of hiking trails. The city's Parks and Recreation budget is more than $118 million and has 1,500 full- and part-time employees.</p> <p>“This is an example of searching far and wide for the ideal candidate to fill one of the most demanding jobs in the city and finding her right here, already serving the residents of Phoenix at the highest level," said Zuercher. “Cynthia has proven herself, in a variety of capacities, to be able to handle some of the biggest challenges in the fifth largest city in the nation, while being fiscally responsible, and always responsive to the needs of the community, our customers."</p> <p>Aguilar began her city career as a recreation coordinator in the Parks and Recreation Department and was promoted to positions throughout the city, in the Planning and Development Department and the City Manager's Office, where she was instrumental in launching the Citywide Volunteer Program. She also took on special assignments with the Police Department and the City Council Office, before returning to Parks and Recreation as deputy director for the Downtown and Special Operations divisions, responsible for more than 100 parks and recreation facilities, golf courses, city pools, sports complexes and major league and college baseball facilities. She was promoted to assistant director with Parks and Recreation before being named acting director in December 2020.</p> <p>“I'm excited for the opportunity to guide the talented and creative staff that make up the Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department," Aguilar said. “This is where I began my career with the city, and I have had many rewarding experiences since. As a native Phoenician, I know how important the programs and services are that we provide to the community and the impact they can have on someone's life. I look forward to leading a wonderful team and serving Phoenix residents."</p> <p>Aguilar holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master of Public Administration, both from Arizona State University. She is a graduate of Valley Leadership, Class 34, a member of the National Recreation and Parks Association and the Arizona Parks and Recreation Association, and was honored with Valle del Sol's 40 Hispanic Leaders Under 40 Award. <br></p> </html></div>https://www.phoenix.gov/parksNews

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