Parks and Recreation Services Update36Parks and Recreation Services Update<div class="ExternalClass3A02F640594B462A825B0E331261CE79"><p>The city's <a href="/parks/pools" target="_blank">public pools and splashpads​</a> are closed for summer 2020​​​​​. <a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1227" target="_blank">Read a statement about the summer 2020 pool season</a>. ​</p><p>The city's <a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1039" target="_blank">indoor recreation facilities are temporarily closed</a>.​​ </p><p style="margin:0px 0px 10px;text-align:left;color:#444444;text-transform:none;line-height:1.6;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;white-space:normal;orphans:2;">The city's outdoor recreation facilities are open normal hours of operation. That includes parks, trails and golf courses​. Some <a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1068" target="_blank">park amenities are temporarily closed</a>. Encanto and Rose Mofford sports complexes are temporarily closed. <span style="text-align:left;color:#f2f2f2;text-transform:none;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-family:"segoe ui","segoe",tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;display:inline;white-space:normal;orphans:2;float:none;">#allpks <span style="text-align:left;color:#f2f2f2;text-transform:none;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-family:"segoe ui","segoe",tahoma,helvetica,arial,sans-serif;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;display:inline;white-space:normal;orphans:2;float:none;">#Homepage</span>​</span>​</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 10px;text-align:left;color:#444444;text-transform:none;line-height:1.6;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;white-space:normal;orphans:2;">All large gatherings and events on city park property have been canceled or postponed until further notice. This includes groups and organizations that have a special activity request. ​</p><p style="margin:0px 0px 10px;text-align:left;color:#444444;text-transform:none;line-height:1.6;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;white-space:normal;orphans:2;">​<a href="/parks/classes-and-programs" target="_blank">Registration​</a> for in-person classes, programs and activities is postponed until further notice. Community members are encouraged to participate in the FREE <a href="/parks/classes-and-programs" target="_blank">PHXPlays at Home</a> and <a href="/parks/fitphx" target="_blank">FitPHX Virtual</a> recreation programs. <font color="#f2f2f2">#CommunityCenters #phxaquatics</font></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 10px;text-align:left;color:#444444;text-transform:none;line-height:1.6;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;white-space:normal;orphans:2;"><a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1068" target="_blank">Learn more about Parks and Recreation impacted services </a><br></p><p style="margin:0px 0px 10px;text-align:left;color:#444444;text-transform:none;line-height:1.6;text-indent:0px;letter-spacing:normal;font-size:13px;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;font-weight:400;text-decoration:none;word-spacing:0px;white-space:normal;orphans:2;"><a href="/newsroom/parks-and-recreation/1082" target="_blank">Review physical distancing guidelines for public parks and trails</a> ​​<br></p></div>3/13/2020 7:00:00 AM12/31/2020 7:00:00 AM

 

 

​​Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC)​

Due to COVID-19, registration for Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) has been postponed.
 

PAC staff is working with its partner schools regarding plans for the fall 2020 schedule.

Staff is monitoring all health and safety protocols, and will work with the program's partner schools to make necessary adjustments. This may include reducing capacity at PAC sites based upon the availability of facilities, physical distancing standards and safe staff-to-participant ratios.

Please follow this webpage for information about the date when registration will begin. Registration will continue to be on a first-come, first-served basis and a waitlist will still be available.​

Contact the PAC team at 602-262-7370 or pac@phoenix.gov​​​



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2020-21 Registration:

Register Online (Fall Registration Postponed)Registration How-To

​For in-person registration, please visit a Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department community center​.



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2019-20 Program Information:

2018-19 Program Brochure ​

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The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department's Phoenix Afterschool Center (PAC) is a fun, supportive and educational place for children ages 6 to 13 to spend afterschool hours.

PAC is offered at school sites throughout the city. Experienced recreation staff lead structured and age-appropriate activities.



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Additional Parent Resources:

PAC Program Guidelines


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​​Contact the PAC team:

Phone: 602-262-7370
E-mail: pac@phoenix.gov​​​​​

Homework Help

On a daily basis, children will have a dedicated time to complete homework assignments with assistance from PAC staff.

Educational Enrichment

Book Blast – Books are provided for all levels of readers to enjoy once homework is completed.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) – Twice a month, participants will engage in fun, interesting and hands-on STEM projects.

Guest Presenters

Enrichment presentations are given by a variety of kid-friendly partners.

Physical Fitness

Organized games, sports and activities designed to promote health and wellness. Additionally, children are provided weekly nutrition workshops that educate about the importance of healthy eating.

Socialize

Supervised free time where kids can play, socialize and develop important interaction skills.

Arts and Creativity

Children will have the opportunity to expand their creative abilities through a variety of staff-guided projects.