Parks and Recreation Digest
Our Promise:
The Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities (PRCF) promises to make available, affordable, accessible, and enjoyable activities for all children in the City of Richmond. To keep this promise, out staff will reduce fees based on ability to pay. Please discuss your needs with our staff.
Volunteers:
We encourage support from parents and members of the community. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please contact your local community center or park staff member.
Inclusion Statement:
PRCF is committed to providing quality inclusive recreation and leisure activities to all residents in this community regardless of their level of ability. We value and support inclusive opportunities in all activities, programs and services throughout the city.
To request a modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact the Therapeutic Recreation office at 804-6466446 or 804-646-6817.
Non City Resident Fee:
Non city residents must pay an additional fee per program or activity.
On-going Programs:
Please note that on-going programs will expire August 31, 2025 and require registering again.
Payments for Programs:
PRCF cannot take cash as a form of payment for any of the programs that we offer. We accept money orders, cashier checks, credit cards, and personal checks. Checks and money orders should be made payable to “City of Richmond.”
Operation Hours:
Operation hours for parks and community centers can be found in the Facilities Listing section beginning on page 24.
City Holidays:
The City of Richmond offices and community centers will be closed on the following holidays: International Women’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
General Questions, Online Registration Questions, or Comments
804-646-5733
Photo Credits: Tamara Jenkins or Alfonzo Mathis, unless otherwise noted.
Cover Photo Credit: Devin Brown
Athletics - Adult
Men’s Adult Beginners Tennis League
An hour of fun singles or doubles play with different opponents. Scoring and basic strategy regarding all parts of the court will be taught.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: March 19 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: $35 resident | $55 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: March 19 - May 7 | Wednesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: $35 resident | $55 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Adult Beginners Tennis
Participants will learn the basic fundamental skills while having fun! These lessons will work on hand/ eye coordination, learning to use proper grips, and technique on ground strokes, volleys, serves, and overheads. Scoring and basic strategy regarding all parts of the court will be taught.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: March 19 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: March 19 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Women’s Adult Beginners Tennis League
An hour of fun singles or doubles play with different opponents. Scoring and basic strategy regarding all parts of the court will be taught.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: March 19 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: $35 resident | $55 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: March 19 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: $35 resident | $55 non resident
Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Open Play Pickleball
Participants will engage in open play games.
Ages: All Ages
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday
Time: 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
Ages: All Ages
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Hill Community Center
Ages: All Ages
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Pickleball League
Looking to stay active and have fun this season? Our Adult Pickleball League offers the perfect opportunity for players of all skill levels to enjoy friendly competition and meet new people. Whether you’re an experienced player or just starting out, this league is designed to promote active play, improve skills, and foster a sense of community.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: April 7 - May 19 | Monday
Time: 6 - 9 p.m.
Price: $40 city resident | $60 non resident Location: Broad Rock Sports Complex
Wheelchair Rugby
Based on the fundamentals of Basketball with the adaptation of wheelchairs. This is an open gym program. Competition games are played.
Ages: 18 years and over
Date: On-going | Monday
Time: 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
Back in the Basketball Game
This program is a positive outlet to adults that assists in their mental well-being. By playing basketball, one’s confidence, self-esteem, and ability to communicate positively with others can be improved.
Ages: 30 years and over
Date: On-going | Monday
Time: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Community Center
Athletics - Adult
Free Play Badminton
Participants will engage in open play games, with a teaching opportunity for new comers.
Ages: 18 years and over
Date: On-going | Tuesday
Time: 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
Badminton Club
Participants will compete in badminton games, while also learning skills in a competitive environment.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday
Time: 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
Photo Credit: Devin Brown
Athletics - Youth
Soccer
Players will learn the fundamentals of soccer including the rules, regulations, and various playing techniques. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times.
Ages: 5 - 14 years
Season Dates: March 15 - May 25
Price: $25 city resident | $45 non resident
Baseball
Participants will learn the fundamentals of baseball as well as the importance of team work, cooperation, and sportsmanship. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times.
Ages: 4 - 15 years
Season Dates: May 1 - June 14
Price: Free for city residents | $45 non resident
Softball
Participants will learn the fundamentals of softball as well as the importance of team work, cooperation, and sportsmanship. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times.
Ages: 9 - 17 years
Season Dates: May 1 - June 14
Price: Free for city residents | $45 non resident
Flag Football
Participants will learn the fundamentals of flag football as well as the importance of team work, cooperation, and sportsmanship. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times.
Ages: 4- 14 years
Season Dates: April 7 - May 15
Price: $25 city resident | $45 non resident
Tennis
Participants will be taught basic fundamental skills while having fun! Basic strokes will be taught such as forehand, backhand, and how to serve.
Ages: 4 - 5 years
Dates: March 18 - May 13 | Tuesday Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $15 resident | $35 non resident
Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 4 - 5 years
Dates: March 18 - May 13 | Tuesday Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $15 resident | $35 non resident
Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 6 - 8 years
Dates: March 18 - May 13 | Tuesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident
Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 6 - 8 years
Dates: March 18 - May 13 | Tuesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident
Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 9 - 10 years
Dates: March 18 - May 13 | Tuesday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 9 - 10 years
Dates: March 18 - May 13 | Tuesday Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Youth Development
Connecting U Teen Mentoring
This mentoring program will help teens to connect and build a healthy relationship with each other through team and character building.
Age: 13 - 17 years
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Community Center
“Be A Light”
A male teen mentoring program that will assist participants on how to build healthy relationships with each other, engage them with team building exercises, and conflict resolution techniques.
Ages: 12 - 17 years
Dates: On-going | 3rd Monday of the month
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Aquatics
Richmond Riptides Swim Team
Has your child just finished an amazing league season and is interested in swimming during the school year? Has he or she just finished swim lessons and you’re looking for more? Well look no further!
The Richmond Riptides Swim Team is designed to offer a competitive swimming experience to youth ages 5 to 18 years old. Swimmers will have the opportunity to learn all four swimming strokes, build self-confidence, meet new friends, and become stronger swimmers in an exciting and fun environment.
The Richmond Riptides Swim Team competes in the Virginia Community Swim League (VCSL), which is comprised of municipally sponsored teams from the Richmond and Tidewater areas, in USA Swim meets, and local fun meets. All participants must be able to swim the length of a 25 yard pool on their own to be eligible to participate with the team.
To register for the program please contact the program at RichmondCityRiptides@gmail.com
Ages: 6 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday
Time: 4 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool
Swim Team Readiness
Does your child have a goal to swim for the Richmond Riptides? This program will help them obtain that goal by perfecting stroke techniques, while learning other strokes!
Ages: 6 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday
Time: 5 - 5:45 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Richmond Riptides Dive
Riptides Dive is a beginner diving program designed to teach basic techniques of competitive diving.
Ages: 5- 10 years
Dates: March 11 - May 20 | Monday
Time: 5 - 5:50 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road
Ages: 11 - 18 years
Dates: March 5 - May 21 | Tuesday
Time: 6 - 6:50 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road
Aquatics
Lifeguard Training Course
The Lifeguard Training Course provides entry level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing emergencies and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.
Before entering the Lifeguard Training program, participants must demonstrate the following skills:
Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
• Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using front crawl, breaststroke, or combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.)
• Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
• Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both.
• Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
• Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10 pound object.
• Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
• Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
A prerequisite swim is required of all participants. The swim test is necessary to enter the class.
Date: March 28 | Friday Time: 7 - 9 p.m.
Location: Swansboro Pool
Interested Candidates should request a seat in the class no later than one week prior to the course start date by emailing Jerrod Booker at Jerrod.Booker@ rva.gov. A minimum of six candidates must enroll in the course in order for it to take place.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: March 34 - April 5 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: $175 resident | $195 non-resident
Location: Swansboro Pool
Swim Fit
In this class, the instructor will demonstrate different strokes, speeds, and lengths to encourage a more varied and challenging workout versus traditional lane swimming.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Open/ Lap Swim
Enjoy flexible swim time for all! During open swim, we offer three desginated lanes exclusively for lap swimmers, ensuring space for fitness and leisure swimmers alike.
Ages: All Ages
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday Time: 8 - 9 a.m. and noon - 2:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Ages: All Ages
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday Time: 9 - 10 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Lifeguard School
Lifeguard School provides entry level participants with the knowledge and skills to prepare for the Lifeguard Training Course, in which participants have the opportunity to obtain their lifeguard certification.
Ages: 14 - 25 years old
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Aquatics
Aqua Boxing
Make a splash with this medium to high impact, high intensity aerobics workout that helps you improve flexibility, strength, balance, and aerobic endurance. Jabs, uppercuts, hooks, and defensive skills all while in water!!!
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Wednesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Swansboro Pool
Aqua Drumming
Join us with Drumming in the water. This program combines drum rhythms with pool fun. With this high energy aerobics class let our instructor lead you in making your own beats and rhythms while exercising at your own pace.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Beat & Box Fridays
Make your Fridays unforgetabble with an energizing workout that rotates weekly between Aqua Drumming and Aqua Boxing programs. One Friday, unleash your strength with powerful punches and core focused movements in Aqua Boxing; the next, groove to the rhythm while working out with the energizing beats of Aqua Drumming!
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Friday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free Location: Swansboro Pool
Wave Rider Aqua Cycling
This high energetic aqua cycling class provides a full body workout in 3 to 4 feet of water. Even those who are unable to swim can participate!
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: $20 resident per month | $40 non resident per month
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Aqua Pulse
Have you been looking for a way to release some stress? Consider joining us for a cardio workout in the water, which improves mental health, brain function, physical health, and much more!
This medium to high intensity shallow water aerobics class is desgined to burn more calories in a shorter peroid of time, all while using the resistance from the water. This is a great class that may have challenges in a high intensity class on land and great for those that do not know how to swim.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 7 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Land to Sea
An innovative way to work on building strength, resistance training, and an aerobic workout all in one! Participants will recieve a guided 30 minute basic weight training session followed by a 30 minute water aerobic routine.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Aqua Strength Training
Dive into fitness with our Aqua Strength Training class! This dynamic water-based workout combines resistance and cardio exercises to boost your strength, endurance, and flexibility. The natural resistance of the water enhances intensity, while being easy on your joints, making it perfect for all fitness levels!
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Aquatics
Kids S’Wet
A family oriented class presented by Sportsbackers is geared towards those that are looking for an introductary aquatic fitness class where games and sports conditioning are included. Participants must be at least 4’2” tall to participate.
Ages: 10 - 17 years old
Dates: June 10 - August 26 | Tuesday
Time: 5:15 - 5:45 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Water Aerobics
This is a shallow water, medium impact aerobics class designed to increase heart rate, burn fat, and strengthen muscles. A great workout for abdominals, glutes, and thighs.
Ages: 50 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 - 10 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Ages: 50 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Deep Water Aerobics
This is a Deep water, medium impact aerobics class designed to increase heart rate, burn fat, and strengthen muscles. A great workout for abdominals, buttocks, and thighs.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Sunset Splash Aerobics
Looking for a fun way to end your day? Our evening water aerobics class offers the same medium-impact, high energy workout as our morning sessions!
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Splash and Sculpt
Are you ready to have fun while improving your cardiovascular health, burn fat, and strengthen muscles? Join us for a low to medium impact water aerobics class!
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Aquatics
Learn to Swim
The objective of the “Learn to Swim” courses are to teach children, teens, and adults to be safe in, on, and around the water and to swim well. Aquatic and personal water safety skills are taught in a logical progression through six levels. PRCF teaches swim lessons for preschoolers (ages 3-4 years) and those that are ages 5 years and over for levels 1,2,3, and adult. Participants are encouraged to sign up for the appropriate level based on their level of swimming ability. There may be a time where a participant is switched to a different class depending on their ability.
Registration for all “Learn to Swim” classes will take place online. Unfortunately, the Aquatics Division is unable to hold spaces due to previous enrollment, age, group, or level of the child. Each class is on a first come, first served basis until all classes and levels are full. Please note that class availability are subject to change. Classes are also subject to be cancelled as a result of inclement weather. We will work to schedule make up classes, however there may be times that classes will not be made up.
For more information, please contact Erica Kirkland at 804-646-8849 or Erica.Kirkland@rva.gov.
Ages: 3 - 4 years
Level: Preschool
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 6 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Ages: 5 - 17 years
Level: 1 and 2
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Ages: 18 years and over
Level: Adult
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Ages: 18 years and over
Level: Adult
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 7 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Artistic Swim Lessons
Participatants in the artistic swimming will improve stroke efficiency, water, confidence, survival techniques, coordination, and underwater orientation. This class also provides new opportunities to explore creative, fun, and expressive movements! Suggested for intermediate or advanced swimming levels.
Ages: 13 years and over
Dates: January 30 - April 3 | Thursday
Time: 8 - 9 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Swansboro Pool
Home School Swim Lessons
An opportunity for those who are homeschooled, to learn to swim during their school day and have a physical education component option.
Ages: 5 - 18 years
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday Time: 3 - 3:45 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Tiny Tide Tribe
A fun and safe environment for babies and toddlers to be introduced to the aquatic environment with a parent or guardian. This will be a great bonding experience while creating a positive association with water! Little ones must wear swim diapers and are encouraged to wear wetsuits over their swim suit.
Ages: 6 months - 2 years
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday Time: 10:15 - 10:45 a.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Summer Camp
Summer Blast
Our “Summer Blast” day camp program will provide campers the opportunity to improve their social and physical skill sets in a safe and supportive environment while participating in athletic, environmental, and arts programming, going on field trips, and much more! Breakfast and lunch will be served daily courtesy of USDA Summer Meals for Kids Federal Food Program.
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Battery Park Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Blackwell Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Broad Rock Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Hotchkiss Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Powhatan Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Randolph Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Southside Community Center
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $750 non resident Location: Westover Hills Community Center
Summer Blast - 200 Day Schools
Our “Summer Blast - 200 Day Schools” day camp program will provide campers the opportunity to improve their social and physical skill sets in a safe and supportive environment while participating in athletic, environmental, and arts programming, going on field trips, and much more! This camp is especially for those students that attend a Richmond Public Schools 200 Day school.
Breakfast and lunch will be served daily courtesy of USDA Summer Meals for Kids Federal Food Program.
Ages: 6 to 12 years old
Days: June 9 - July 18 | Monday - Friday
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $200 resident | $500 non resident
Location: Bellemeade Community Center
Summer Camp
Pine Camp Summer Spotlight
Through daily music theater, art, and dance classescampers will discover their own natural talents and learn how to work collaboratively as a group to create their culminating camp performance!
Ages: 7 - 13 years
Dates: June 16 - June 27 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 7 - 13 years
Dates: June 30 - July 11 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 7 - 13 years
Dates: July 14 - July 25 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 7 - 13 years
Dates: July 28 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Summer Dance Intensive
The City Dance Program Summer Dance Intensive is a fun interactive dance camp that will introduce the students to Ballet, Jazz, Modern, African, Lyrical, Tap and Hip-Hop dance genres. Students will work diligently over the course of 8 weeks with professional dance artist. At the end of the camp, parents will be treated to a culminating event!
Ages: 6 - 16 years
Dates: June 16 - August 2 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: $350 resident | $370 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Nature Film Camp
Learn the art of outdoor filmmaking! In a team of three to four campers, you’ll create your own movie in the Pine Camp Forest. Past genres have included horror, adventure, sci-fi, and comedy. Work with professional cameras and be mentored by local filmmakers. Become a director, videographer, actor, and screenwriter.
Ages: 11 - 14 years
Dates: June 17 - July 3 | Monday - Thursday
Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Price: $175 resident | $195 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 12 - 16 years
Dates: July 8 - July 25 | Monday - Thursday
Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Price: $175 resident | $195 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Summer Camp
Hickory Hill Summer ArtVenture
Let your inner artist shine this summer! Each session will focus on multiple art forms such as painting, cartoon drawing, print making, screen printing, pottery, and more. Artists are encouraged to spend the full summer with us so that they can end the summer with a portfolio full of their unique creations!
Ages: 13 - 18 years
Dates: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Hickory Hill Discover Art Everywhere!
Campers will be encouraged to seeing Life as Art from germinating seeds for planting to playing team building games that produce individual and group art projects. This well-rounded art adventure camp will expose your campers to fun and outdoor summer fun!
Ages: 6 - 12 years
Dates: June 9 - August 8 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
CarMax Basketball Camp
Does your child live, breath, and just love basketball? Then, this is the camp for them! Our CarMax Summer Basketball League has expanded to include the CarMax Summer Basketball Camp.
Ages: 8 - 11 years
Dates: July 7 - July 10 | Monday - Thursday
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts & Community Center
Ages: 12 - 14 years
Dates: August 4 - August 7 | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts & Community Center
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Therapeutic Recreation
Roll and Tumble
An adaptive-based gymnastics program catered to children with physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. This program allows participants to gain hands-on experience and learn the fundamentals of gymnastics while engaging in meaningful play. This is a fun way for children to get their bodies moving and learn skills to improve coordination, social skills, communication, strength, and endurance. Parent participation is encouraged!
Ages: 3 to 5 years old
Days: March 3 - May 19 | 1st and 3rd Monday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: $20 resident | $40 nonresident
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Coping Through Leisure
This program, offered in conjunction with Interceding Consultant (a provider focusing on addiction counseling) promotes the use of leisure and recreation through cultural, social and creative enrichment. Participants will learn to develop health coping strategies to improve their mental health and wellness. Support staff or caregivers encouraged to provide assistance as needed.
Ages: 18 years old and over
Days: On-going | Monday Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Water Fitness (Adapted)
Individuals with disabilities can take advantage of a low impact aquatic workout. Support staff or caregivers are encouraged to provide assistance as needed.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Friday Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool
Page Turners
This program, held in conjunction with the Richmond Public Library, is a unique community-based book club program for adults and adolescents with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities and more. Support staff or caregivers are encouraged to provide assistance as needed.
Ages: 18 years and over
Days: On-going | Tuesday
Time: 10 - 10:45 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: City of Richmond Main Library
Just Craftin’ Around
Are you ready to unleash your creativity? This program, designed for adults with disabilities, will offer various arts & crafts activities as we explore new art mediums, make friends, exchange ideas and much more! A different project each week. Support staff or caregivers are encouraged to provide assistance as needed.
Ages: 18 years old and over
Days: On-going | Wednesday Time: 11 a.m. - Noon
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
The Rec
This program, designed for individuals with disabilities, offers participants a variety of sports from basketball to pickleball to beachball volleyball. Benefits of participation include improved physical health, increased social skills and sportsmanship skills. Support staff or caregivers are encouraged to provide assistance as needed
Ages: 18 years old and over
Days: On-going | Monday
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Community Center
Dance
Hip Hop - Intermeidate and Advanced
Hip hop dance is a vibrant form of dance that combines a variety of freestyle movements to create a cultural piece of art. Through its three main styles of popping, locking, and breaking, hip-hop dance has evolved into one of the most popular and influential styles of dance. This class is desgined for older dancers with some experience.
Ages: 16 and years
Dates: March 10 - May 16 | Friday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Dance Discovery
Dance Discovery provides a wide range of dance styles, making it an excellent opportunity for young dancers to enhance coordination and motor skills. This class also fosters confidence and self-esteem. Students will explore different forms of dance from Hip Hop, modern, tap, and even Tik Toks based on their interest.
Ages: 2 - 5 years
Dates: March 10 - May 16 | Wednesday
Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
African Dance
Traditional African dance teaches coordination, rhythm, and expressiveness, as well as being part of an exciting form of dance. Students will learn different movements and dances.
Ages: 5 years and over
Dates: On-going| Wednesday & Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Hill Community Center
Visual Arts
Makers Corner
Makers Corner offers a wonderful opportunity for your child to delve into the world of arts and crafts using different techniques. Your child will learn painting, various crafts, t-shirt making, bag making, collaging, digital printing, and more! This class encourages creativity while expanding their artistic abilities and having loads of fun!
Ages: 7 - 15 years
Dates: March 10 - May 13 | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Motivate Excel Lead Customization
This program will provide our youth the tools to expand their creativity with hand drawing skills on fabrics. Being an artist, your focus requires you to go against the norm. Such as hand drawing on pieces of clothing. Throughout the program, kids will bring t-shirts, denim, hoodies, and other types of fabrics to work on. The goal is to have our youth to share an eclectic experience while they work on varieties of fabrics. Kids will learn how to customize their own pieces of clothing and have the chance to wear them and showcase their work in public and around their peers
Ages: 10 - 18 years
Dates: March 19 - April 16 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Broad Rock Community Center
Ages: 10 - 18 years
Dates: April 30 - May 21 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Broad Rock Community Center
Me and My Shadow
Me and My Shadow class is a fun, upbeat class where a young child and parent engage in roll and tumble and arts activities together. Each week will be a new and fun activity. This class provides special bonding time and allows you to meet other families in your area!
Ages: 2 - 5 years
Dates: March 10 - May 16 | Tuesday Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Active Adults
Line Dance
Enjoy this lively cardio workout each week with Richmond’s finest line dance instructor. If you can walk, you can participate in this class. Improve your stamina and work on coordination and balance, as well as meeting a happy bunch of people!
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Wednesday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: $30 resident | $50 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Seasoning the Soul Social Club
Come out and enjoy friendly games of Chicken Feet dominos, Po-Ke-No (similar to Bingo), the Linwood Robinson version of Simon Says and much more! This daily program will host a variety of activities to stimulate your mind, body, and soul.
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Linwood Robinson Senior Center
Start a Spring Garden!
Have fun learning with a group of friends the tools, materials, and plants needed to start preparing your outdoor garden for the coming seasons.
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: April 5 - May 31 | Friday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Creative Connections
This program empowers seniors to lead active, fulfilling lives by promoting independence, nurturing emotional well-being, and strengthening social connections. Through a variety of engaging sessions, seniors are inspired to stay physically active, explore new interests and expand their horizons. The program offers opportunities for physical exercise, cognitive stimulation, emotional growth and social engagement.
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: April 5 - May 31 | Friday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Creative Connections
This program empowers seniors to lead active, fulfilling lives by promoting independence, nurturing emotional well-being, and strengthening social connections. Through a variety of engaging sessions, seniors are inspired to stay physically active, explore new interests and expand their horizons. The program offers opportunities for physical exercise, cognitive stimulation, emotional growth and social engagement.
Ages: 50 years and over
Dates: February 6 | Thursday
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Linwood Robinson Senior Center
Ages: 50 years and over
Dates: March 6 | Thursday
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Linwood Robinson Senior Center
Ages: 50 years and over
Dates: April 3 | Thursday Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Linwood Robinson Senior Center
Ages: 50 years and over
Dates: May 1 | Thursday
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Linwood Robinson Senior Center
Fitness Warriors
Turn on the “Beast Mode” and get fit for FREE! Come out and jam with the Active RVA Warriors program sponsored by Sports Backers and the Virginia Health Department. This program sends trainers out into the community to offer free health and fitness classes to every skill level.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Hill Community Center
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Wednesday Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free Location: T.B. Smith Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Wednesday
Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Westover Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Broad Rock Community Center
Fitness
Chair Aerobics
Join an instructed class by RAW Affects Fitness for an hour of low impact, seated chair aerobics and moderate intensity workout exercises that will get your heart rate up, relive stress, burn calories, and much more!
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday
Time: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: T.B. Smith Community Center
Walk and Chat
Let’s connect with nature by starting the morning off with a walk with friends!
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free Location: Ann Hardy Community Center
Xtreme Hip Hop
A worldwide movement, Xtreme Hip Hop is the most energetic step aerobic and cardio fitness class you will ever take! It’s a revamp of the traditional step aerobics class that will move to the beat of old and new school hip hop.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Hill Community Center
