Summer Recreation Guide (2025)

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RECREATION

Sports, Games, Classes and Events for the whole family!

The City of Roswell presents the Summer Recreation Guide for 2025

RECREATION & AQUATIC CENTER

1402 W. COLLEGE BLVD.

Mon-Fri 6AM - 8PM

Sat. 10AM - 8PM

Sun. 12PM - 8PM

575-624-6719

Adult Center classes have been relocated to the Recreation & Aquatic Center and are listed under Adult Programming in this guide and online.

Visit roswellconnect.com to sign up today.

Roswell Parks and Recreation

DANCE INTO SUMMER

Saturday, June 7 6:30-9:30pm

$5 | Age 18+

Get ready to move, groove and celebrate summer with an evening of live music and dancing!

Bring a friend, make new ones, or reunite with old favorites, either way, it’s all about having fun and dancing the night away! Don’t miss out on the rhythm, laughter and great vibes—see you on the dance floor!

NEW LOCATION: Recreation & Aquatic Center

ALIEN CHASE 5K/10K RUN/WALK

Saturday, July 5

$35 | Cielo Grande

7-12pm

Have you ever seen an alien? This may be your chance. Run or walk this course and let us know if you spot a UFO. We believe, but do you? Alien-themed costumes are encouraged! The first 350 participants will receive a race day T-shirt and medal. Runners have the option to run the 5K or the 10K this year!

Online Registration opens May 1st and will end July 3rd at midnight.

Packet pickup will be June 30th-July 3rd, 8am-5pm at the Recreation and Aquatic Center at 1402 W. College Blvd.

Race-day registration is July 5, 6:307:30am. Cash & checks only. No refunds.

Outdoor pool expected to open May 24th.

Opening date is pending inspections and may be delayed. Call the Recreation & Aquatic Center for updates.

ADULT PROGRAMMING

CLASSES HAVE BEEN RELOCATED TO THE RECREATION & AQUATIC CENTER

ACTIVE ADULTS

Mon/Wed/Fri 1-2pm

Great for seniors and adults of all ages. Small-group personal training consisting of a dynamic warm-up, aerobic exercise, resistance training, and a static cooldown. Helps with your cardio strength, endurance, flexibility and balance.

AEROBICS

Mon-Thurs 5-6pm

Join us for an exercise that combines rhythmic aerobic movement with stretching and strength training.

STRETCHING

Mon/Wed/Fri 10-10:30am

Loosen those muscles and joints from head to toe with some relaxing guided stretches. Pairs well with Senior Workout!

VIDEO WALKING

Mon/Wed/Fri 9-10am

Get your friends for this low-intensity virtual workout, led by technology of today.

OUT-OF-THE-WEATHER WALKING TIME

Tues/Thurs 8-10am

Stay active in a comfortable, climatecontrolled space with our self-led out-ofthe-weather walking sessions!

Enjoy a relaxed, go-at-your-own-pace walk with energizing music to keep you moving. Maintain mobility, or simply enjoy a stressfree walk indoors.

Start and/or stop at any time during open hours!

SENIOR WORKOUT

Mon/Wed/Fri 10:30-11am

A workout that is good for different levels of mobility. All movements can be easily adjusted to fit a variety of needs.

YOGA

Mon/Wed/Fri 11am-12pm

Yoga enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Learn some of the most common poses that are physically challenging, but at a slower pace for beginners.

LOOKING FOR FITNESS INSTRUCTORS

Class times vary Monday through Friday

The Roswell Adult Center, currently located at the Roswell Recreation & Aquatic Center, is looking for fitness instructors to teach and instruct classes. If you have a knack for exercise routines and are great at leading others, call the Recreation Center today for more information about becoming an instructor. Call 575-624-6719.

Certified Instructors preferred, but not required.

Classes require a Recreation & Aquatic Center membership or a drop-in fee per class. Call 575-624-6719. Ages 18+

YOUTH PROGRAMMING

SUMMER CAMP 2025

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Ages 5-12 | $55/week/child

Week 1 | June 9-13

Week 2 | June 16-20

Week 3 | June 23-27

Week 4 | July 7-11

Week 5 | July 14-18

Week 6 | July 21-25

We’re excited to bring back our summer camps! Our all-day camps are designed for fun, adventure and teamwork. Each week, campers will participate in a variety of activities, including sports games, crafts, competitions and team-building exercises. Spots are limited—each week is capped at 30 campers, so be sure to register early!

Swimming days are scheduled for Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, giving campers a chance to cool off and enjoy the water.

Camps are offered week by week, allowing families flexibility in scheduling.

Schedule:

Camp runs from 8am to 5pm, Monday-Friday

Earliest drop-off: 7:30am Latest pick-up: 5:30pm

Parents/guardians are required to sign their child in and out each day.

Meals & Snacks:

Lunch is provided, but campers are welcome to bring a packed lunch if preferred.

Afternoon snacks will be available for purchase at the concession stand.

Cost:

$55 per child, per week.

Sibling bundle (2 children): $100 per week. Trio bundle: $150 per week.

Registration is required for each week, with payment due upon enrollment. No refunds.

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

August 4 - September 25

Registration opens June 1

Ages 7-8

Ages 9-10

Ages 11-12

$45/child (co-ed)

Bump and set in this fun-filled Youth Volleyball League! Our sports leagues are designed to teach the fundamentals.

This is a great way to get exercise while learning balance, hand-eye coordination, strategy and social skills all while having fun. This league, every player is a winner! Takes place at the Recreation & Aquatic Center.

COACHES: You must fill out a volunteer form and be approved if you want to coach.

Note: Age of registration will be based on age as of August 1st, 2025.

HOMESCHOOL PE

May 6-22, August 12-28

Tues/Thurs 11am-12pm

Grades K-8 | $6/class/child

Get up, get out and get moving with our Homeschool PE program! This three-week class helps homeschool children socialize and interact with others while engaging in movement activities. 575 624-6719

Note: Sessions will utilize a free initial signup and will charge per class.

ROSWELL MUSEUM

Visit roswellmuseum.org for the latest information on off-site activities and recovery efforts.

Roswell Museum @roswellmuseum

Temporary mailing address: Roswell Museum, PO Box 1838, Roswell, NM 88202

JOIN US FOR

MUSEUM MIX & MINGLE

Saturday, May 31 6-8:30pm

FREE and open to the public

The Liberty, 312 N. Virginia Ave.

Learn about the impact of the flood on the Roswell Museum and current recovery efforts during a free public presentation and “mix and mingle.”

Modeled after the annual Members Open House, staff will be on hand after the presentation to answer questions, provide educational demonstrations of conservation techniques and talk about opportunities to aid with the recovery. Light refreshments and a cash bar will be available.

The event is sponsored in part by The Liberty with additional support by the RMAC Foundation.

FLAMENCO FIESTA

Saturday, May 17 6-10pm

$150/person

The Liberty, 312 N. Virginia

The Roswell Museum and Art Center Foundation presents Flamenco Fiesta in benefit of the Roswell Museum’s flood recovery efforts.

Enjoy an evening of Cuban-inspired cuisine and drinks, performances by Gustavo “The Guitarist” Pimentel and Roswell Folklorico, and a live auction with auctioneer Shane Hall.

Purchase tickets at www.bipedal.net/flamencofiesta Call 575-627-0918 for more information.

MUSEUM POP-UPS!

Visit Roswell Museum staff during Museum Pop-Ups at local events this summer and fall and get creative with art activities and learn the latest on recovery efforts. Locations will include Roswell Farmers Market, the National Championship Air Races, and more!

2nd Saturdays of every month 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

301 N. Pennsylvania Ave.

MAY 10 - SCRAPING PAINT INTO SHAPES

Use simple tools to create bold, colorful paintings inspired by spring.

JUNE 14 - ROCKETSHIP IMPRESSIONS

Create a textured collagraph rocket printing plate to make crayon rubbings and colorful marker prints.

JULY 12 - TINY TOTEM TOWERS

Build your own stacked sculptures using air dry clay, a wooden skewer, beads and recyclables.

AUGUST 9 - RECONSTRUCTED WINDMILLS

Draw inspiration from Peter Hurd’s windmills to create vibrant constructions with oil pastel backgrounds.

Second Saturdays are at the Roswell Public Library during the Museum’s flood recovery. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news and info!

Tuesday, May 27

Roswell is more than just our alien lore. Download our SeeRoswell App today to stay updated on all local events and shops to check

May 5 - TACO Tuesday Starts (every Tuesday at 5:30pm)

May 6 - ZIA Seniors 9am Shotgun start

May 17 - City Slickers Individual Stroke

Par “3” 10am Shotgun start

May 31 - Maverick’s Dance

June 1 - SCAGA 9am Tee Times

June 14 - City Slickers 2-Person Alternate Shot 10am Shotgun start

June 24 - ENSGA 10am Shotgun start

July 5 - City Slickers Red/White/Blue 2-Person Shamble 10am Shotgun start

August 2 - City Slickers 3-Club Challenge 10 Shotgun start

August 9 & 10 - The ARM Foundation

August 16 - RPOA 8am Shotgun start

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