Parks and Recreation Digest - Spring | Summer 2024

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.

Who Do I Contact For...?

General Questions, Online Registration Questions, or Comments 804-646-5733 AskParkRec@rva.gov

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, 2024 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 28.

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.

Photo Credits: Tamara Jenkins or Alfonzo Mathis, unless otherwise noted.

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Athletics - Adults

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Athletics - Youth

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Youth Development

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Aquatics

15 Summer Camp 18 Therapeutic Recreation 19 Performing Arts 21 Dance 22 Visual Arts 23 Outdoor Education 25 Active Adults 26 Fitness 28 Facilities

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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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 learned.

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 10 - May 1 | Wednesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.

Price: $35 resident | $55 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 10 - May 1 | 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 learned.

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 10 - May 1 | 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: April 10 - May 1 | 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 learned.

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: May 17 - June 7 | Wednesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $35 resident | $55 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts

Intro to Pickleball

Participants will learn the fundamentals of Pickleball such as basic skills, game rules, stroke techniques, and court awareness.

Ages: 18 years and over Date: February 8 - March 28 | Thursday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.

Price: Free Location: Randolph Community Center Ages: 18 years and over Date: April 2 - April 23 | Tuesday Time: 9 a.m. - noon Price: Free Location: Bryan Park Ages: 18 years and over Date: May 9 - May 23 | Thursday Time: 9 a.m. - noon Price: Free Location: Broad Rock Sports Complex

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 | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday Time: 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Hotchkiss 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

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: May 17 - June 7 | Wednesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $35 resident | $55 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts

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Athletics - Adult 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

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

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

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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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 23 - 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: March 25 - May 11 Price: $25 city resident | $45 non resident

Basketball Academy

Players will focus on character building, educational success, and fun in addition to learning basketball skills and drills.

Ages: 9 - 13 years Dates: April 2 - April 25 | Tuesday & Thursday Time: 6:15 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Randolph Community Center Ages: 9 - 13 years Dates: May 7 - May 30 | Tuesday & Thursday Time: 6:15 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Randolph Community Center

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: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.

Price: $15 resident | $35 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts Ages: 4 - 5 years Dates: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.

Price: $15 resident | $35 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts Ages: 6 - 8 years Dates: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts Ages: 6 - 8 years Dates: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts Ages: 9 - 10 years Dates: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts Ages: 9 - 10 years Dates: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts

Youth 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 learned.

Ages: 8 to 17 years old Dates: April 10 - May 1 | Wednesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts Ages: 8 to 17 years old Dates: April 10 - May 1 | Wednesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts

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Youth Development Connecting U Teen Mentoring

This program will motivate teens to connect in a positive space to build a healthy relationship with each other through team and character building and respect.

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

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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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

Richmond Riptides Dive

Riptides Dive is a beginner diving program designed to teach basic techniques of competitive diving.

Ages: 6 - 17 years Dates: March 11 - May 20 | Monday Time: 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road Ages: 6 - 17 years Dates: March 5 - May 21 | Tuesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road Ages: 6 - 17 years Dates: March 7 - May 23 | Thursday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road Ages: 6 - 17 years Dates: March 5 - May 21 | Tuesday Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road Ages: 6 - 17 years Dates: March 5 - May 21 | Thursday Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road

photo credit: Jerrod Booker

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Aquatics Lifeguard School

Fun Friday Family Social

Lifeguard Training Course

Ages: All Ages Days: May 31 | Friday Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

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 | Thursday Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool

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: • Swim for 300 yards continuously • Tread water for 2 minutes using only their legs • Complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds that includes: • Start in the water and swim 20 yards.

• Surface dive to a depth of 7 to 10 feet and retrieve a 10 pound object.

• Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on their back to the starting point.

• Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

Open swim time when families can come and relaz and enjoy the pool while listening to music and playing games!

Ages: All Ages Days: April 5 | Friday Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Ages: All Ages Days: August 16 | Friday Time: 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor 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 Indoor Pool

A prerequisite swim is required of all participants.

The swim test is necessary to enter the class.

Date: March 31 | Friday Time: 5 - 7 p.m.

Location: Swansboro Indoor 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 30 - April 5 | Saturday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $175 resident | $195 non-resident Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool

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Aquatics Aqua Jogging

Wave Rider Aqua Cycling

Aqua Boxing

Ages: 15 years and over Dates: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Aqua Jogging is geared to train your cardiovascular system as well as give you a total body work out with little impact. This class is great for both beginners and more experienced participants and will maximize your potential using a combination of deep and shallow water exercises.

Ages: 18 years and over Days: March 4 - March 28 | Monday - Thursday Time: 9 a.m. - Noon Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Pool

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 | Monday 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

This high energetic aqua cycling class provides a full body workout while utilizing stationary bikes in 3 to 4 feet of water. Even those who are unable to swim can participate!

Ages: 15 years and over Dates: March 5 - March 26 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Ages: 15 years and over Dates: May 7 - May 28 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: June 4 - June 25 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: July 9 - July 30 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: August 6 - August 27 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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Aquatics Aqua Yoga

This is a low-impact aquatic exercise while performing yoga poses in water. Aqua Yoga poses help you develop strength, static balance, and increases range of motion with little to no impact on joints, especially knees, hips, and ankles. No yoga experience is necessary.

Ages: 15 years and over Dates: March 5 - March 26 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: April 9 - April 30 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: May 7 - May 28 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: June 4 - June 25 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: July 2 - July 23 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool Ages: 15 years and over Dates: August 6 - August 27 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.

Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Adapted Water Fitness

In this class adapted for those with a physical or intellectual disability, participants will learn basic swim skills, lifesaving skills, and become comfortable in and around the water.

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: On-going | Friday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.

Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor 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 Ages: 18 years and over Dates: On-going | Monday - Thursday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.

Price: Free Location: Bellemeade 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 Indoor Pool

Advanced Water Aerobics

This high intensity shallow water aerobics class is designed to burn more calories using resistance from the water!

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: June 6 - August 29 | Thursday Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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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.

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: February 1 - May 30 | Thursday Time: 8 - 9 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Swansboro Indoor 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: noon - 12:45 p.m.

Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool

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: 5 - 17 years Level: 3 and 4 Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday Time: 5 - 5:45 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

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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 10 - August 9 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $450 resident | $700 non resident Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center Ages: 6 to 12 years old Days: June 10 - August 9 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $450 resident | $700 non resident Location: Powhatan Community Center Ages: 6 to 12 years old Days: June 10 - August 9| Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $450 resident | $700 non resident Location: Randolph Community Center Ages: 6 to 12 years old Days: June 10 - August 9 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $450 resident | $700 non resident Location: Westover Hills Community Center

Adventures at the River

Join James River Park staff for a wild week of nature play and exploration in the river! Campers will swim, snorkel, paddle, and learn all about the James River Watershed in this action packed week outside.

Breakfast and lunch will be served daily courtesy of USDA Summer Meals for Kids Federal Food program.

Ages: 8 to 12 years old Days: June 26 - June 29 | Monday - Thursday Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Price: $100 resident | $120 non resident Location: James River Park Offices at Reedy Creek

Summer Artsplosion

Summer is the perfect time for curious and energetic children to try new things. In 2024, Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center, is offering 4 weeks of exciting activities to bring the art and creativity out of your child! This program will include movement, arts, innovation, and traditional camp activities. 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 17 - July 12 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $200 resident | $220 non resident Location: Ann Hardy Community Center

Summer Fun Club

Join us this summer for Summer Fun Club at select community center locations! Participants will enjoy games, arts and crafts, outdoor education programming, and 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 10 - August 9 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $250 resident | $500 non resident Location: Bellemeade Community Center Ages: 6 to 12 years old Days: June 10 - August 9 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $250 resident | $500 non resident Location: Blackwell Community Center

2023 Summer Mareting Program

Ages: 6 to 12 years old Days: June 10 - August 9 | Monday - Friday Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Price: $250 resident | $500 non resident Location: Broad Rock Community Center

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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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 10 - June 21 | 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 24 - July 5 | 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 8 - July 19| 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 22 - August 2 | 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 10 - 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 10 - June 27 | Monday - Thursday Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center Ages: 12 - 15 years Dates: July 1 - July 18 | Monday - Thursday Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

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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 17 - June 28 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center Ages: 13 - 18 years Dates: July 1 - July 12 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center Ages: 13 - 18 years Dates: July 29 - August 9 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident 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: 13 - 18 years Dates: June 10 - June 28 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident 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: 7 -10 years Dates: June 10 - June 21 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center Ages: 7 -10 years Dates: June 24 - July 5 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center Ages: 7 -10 years Dates: July 8 - July 19 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center Ages: 7 -10 years Dates: July 22 - August 2 | Monday - Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

2023 Summer Mareting Program

2023 Summer Mareting Program

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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Therapeutic Recreation Open Gym

Between the Lines

Roll and Tumble (Inclusive)

Just Craftin’ Around

This program is for individuals with disabilities to engage in an open gym concept with various sports.

Benefits for the participant include increased independence, improved social skills, and learning of sportsmanship.

Ages: 18 years and over Days: April 8 - June 3 | Monday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.

Price: Free Location: Hotchkiss Community Center

An inclusive beginner-based gymnastics program that is available to those with and without disabilities. Each participant will be given the same opportunities and guidance when participating in this program no matter their background or abilities.

Ages: 3 to 5 years old Days: April 8 - May 13 | Monday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.

Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

Roll and Tumble (Adaptive)

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: April 8 - May 13 | Monday Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

This is a unique community-based book club for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This group provides opportunities for participants to interact socially with peers and connect with literature regardless of their abilities.

Ages: 18 years and over Days: April 9 - June 4 | Tuesday Time: 11 a.m. - Noon Price: Free Location: City of Richmond Main Library

Are you ready to unleash your creativity? Join our craft group offered to individuals with physical and intellectual disabilities. We will engage in a variety of crafts that will allow participants to make new friends, exchange ideas, and learn about the world of crafts. Parents and caregivers are welcome to be in attendance.

Ages: 18 years old and over Days: April 10 - June 5 | Wednesday Time: 11 a.m. - Noon Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

The Social Tree

This social group is dedicated to helping those with disabilities develop new skills while increasing their independence. This is a great opportunity to develop positive social connections and enjoy various leisure activities.

Ages: 18 years old and over Days: April 10 - June 5 | Wednesday Time: 11 a.m. - Noon Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

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Performing Arts Audition Showcase

In our Audition Showcase class, you will work on monologues and songs to take into auditions with you. Work on audition preparation, material selection, memorization, receive feedback, and grow as a performer, so you can walk into your next audition with confidence and land the role of your dreams!

Ages: 13 - 16 years old Days: March 5 - April 23 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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Dance Jazz Fusion Dance

Welcome to the rhythmic realm where jazz meets fusion in our electrifying Jazz Fusion Dance Class!

Immerse yourself in the dynamic fusion of jazz, hiphop, reggae, and other diverse dance styles, creating a harmonious blend that transcends traditional boundaries.

Ages: 7 - 11 years Dates: March 6 - April 24 | Wednesday Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center

Ballet - Tap Combo

Welcome to the world of rythmic grace and percussive joy in our Ballet - Tap Combo Dance class! This unique class is a perfect blend of two classic dance forms - ballet and tap- and designed to provide a dynamic and well-rounded dance experience.

Ages: 6 - 11 years Dates: March 5 - April 23 | Tuesday 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

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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Visual Arts Pottery on the Wheel

Beginner to intermediate pottery class. Includes demos for making various pottery forms, including mugs, pitchers, bowls, and lidded containers. Beginners will learn to “throw” a pot on the wheel, trim, add handles, decorate, and glaze. Veteran potters will learn how to take their skills to the next level and address details to advance their skills. The class includes individual coaching for each student at their level. Supply fee of $30 is paid to the instructor at the first class.

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 1 - May 20 | Monday Time: 5 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: $95 resident | $115 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 2 - May 21 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: $95 resident | $115 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Hand Building with Clay

Try a pottery class, its fun! Beginners receive a thorough introduction to hand building using techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch sculptures and vessels.

For more advanced students, you are encouraged to create using your own imagination. Supply fee of $25 is paid to the instructor at the first class.

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 3 - May 22 | Wednesday Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Price: $95 resident | $115 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 4 - May 23 | Thursday Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Price: $95 resident | $115 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

All Level Wheel Throwing

This class is designed to accommodate all levels from beginner to advanced. Each student will develop a curriculum of what they want to achieve from the class. Supply fee of $30 is paid to the instructor at the first class.

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: April 5 - May 24 | Friday Time: 2:30 - 5 p.m.

Price: $95 resident | $115 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center

Intro to Art

Explore all types of art in this introductory class – painting, drawing, collage, and more! Come learn a little bit of all different types of art to see where your inner artist can truly shine and come to life.

Ages: 9 - 12 years Dates: March 5 - April 23 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 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. The 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

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Outdoor Education Shad and Striper Fishing

Come celebrate spring by searching for shad! Shad are an anadromous fish that travel up the James River each year to spawn. These fish are fun to target with light tackle and brightly colored lures called Shad Darts. We will release all fish we catch so they may continue their spawn run. Prior fishing experience is highly recommended, and licenses are required. Licenses are available through Go Outdoors Virginia, in person at Walmart, or any fishing store.

Ages: 14 years and over Date: April 13 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.

Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Anncarrow’s Landing Ages: 14 years and over Date: April 27 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.

Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Anncarrow’s Landing Ages: 14 years and over Date: April 28 | Sunday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.

Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Anncarrow’s Landing

Wildflower Walk

Spring is one of the most beautiful and exciting times to visit James River Park. Celebrate the spring season and learn about native wildflower species, and learn what you can do to support sensitive plant populations.

Ages: All Ages Date: May 30 | Thursday Time: Noon - 2 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Anncarrow’s Landing

Riverside Readings

We invite budding young naturalists to enjoy a story and craft time at James River Park System each Saturday throughout the spring.

Ages: 2 - 5 years Date: March 2 - May 18 | Saturday Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Price: Free Location: JRPS Offices at Reedy Creek

Belle Isle History Hike

Join us for a family friendly hike to one of Richmond’s historic gems, Belle Isle. Learn about the geologic and human history of the area and the role Richmond played in the development of our nation.

Limited parking is available at 300 Tredegar Street.

Additional parking can be found on adjacent streets.

We will cover about one mile in this walk, on varying gravel terrain. Please wear comfortable, sturdy shoes for walking. This hike will cover mixed terrain; pavement and gravel with minimal elevation change.

Ages: 8 years and over Date: April 7 | Sunday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.

Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Please meet at the kiosk closest to the pedestrian bridge at Tredegar Parking Lot Ages: 8 years and over Date: May 5 | Sunday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.

Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Please meet at the kiosk closest to the pedestrian bridge at Tredegar Parking Lot Ages: 8 years and over Date: June 2 | Sunday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.

Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Please meet at the kiosk closest to the pedestrian bridge at Tredegar Parking Lot

Firefly Foray

Celebrate the summer with a fabulous display of fireflies! Fireflies emerge for a few weeks in the summer and use their bioluminescence to find a mate. Bring a chair or a picnic blanket to sit and enjoy this amazing natural show and learn about fireflies in our area.

Ages: All ages Date: June 21 | Friday Time: 9 - 10:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: The Wetlands - 3401 Landria Drive Ages: All ages Date: June 22 | Saturday Time: 9 - 10:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: The Wetlands - 3401 Landria Drive

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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Outdoor Education River Safety Day!

Want to enjoy the James River safely and responsibly? Park staff, professional river guides, and some of our favorite community leaders will be available to answer your questions and to help you have fun!

We will explore common river hazards and introduce techniques for swimming in swiftly moving current.

This program is geared toward adults, but children are welcome too. Life jackets and river shoes will be provided.

Ages: All ages Dates: May 25 | Saturday Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Price: Free Location: First Break Rapid on Belle Isle Ages: All ages Dates: June 29 | Saturday Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Price: Free Location: First Break Rapid on Belle Isle Ages: All ages Dates: August 24 | Sunday Time: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Price: Free Location: First Break Rapid on Belle Isle

Adventure Hike

Join us to explore Richmond’s iconic trail system.

This event features a stunning hike of Richmond’s scenic trails, including spectacular views of the Falls of the James and some of the Park’s oldest historic remnants. The group will meet in the Reedy Creek parking lot and begin hiking via Buttermilk Trail on the South side of the James River. Our hike will loop back via the North Bank trail on the North side of the James River, and will total at a little over 6 miles.

Participants should be prepared for some challenging terrain, so please dress appropriately and be sure to bring water and snacks.

Ages: All ages Dates: March 17 | Sunday Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Price: Free Location: JRPS Offices at Reedy Creek Ages: All ages Dates: April 21 | Sunday Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Price: Free Location: JRPS Offices at Reedy Creek Ages: All ages Dates: May 19 | Sunday Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Price: Free Location: JRPS Offices at Reedy Creek

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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

Register online today at parksandrecreation.richmondgov.com

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Fitness 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

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

Ages: 18 years and over Dates: On-going | Thursday Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free Location: Broad Rock Community Center

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17th Street Market

Brook Road & E. Clay Streets Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Alice Fitz Playground 13th and Perry Streets Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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100 N. 17th Street | 804-646-0954 Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Abner Clay Park

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VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

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Ann Hardy Plaza Community Center 3300 First Avenue | 804-646-4824 Spring Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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Annie Giles Resource Center

6701 Three Chopt Road Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Barton Heights Cemetery

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Battery Park Community Center 2803 Dupont Circle | 804-646-0944 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 6 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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Battery Park Pool 2719 Dupont Circle | 804-646-0127 Summer Operating Hours: 1 - 8 p.m. | M-F Noon - 5 p.m. | Sat 1 - 5 p.m. | Sun

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Bellemeade Community Center 1800 Lynhaven Avenue | 804-646-8235 Spring Operating Hours: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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Blackwell Community Center 300 E. 15th Street | 804-646-8630 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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238 E. 14th Street | 804-646-8718 Summer Operating Hours: 1 - 8 p.m. | M-F Noon - 5 p.m. | Sat 1 - 5 p.m. | Sun

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1319 N. 36th Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Blackwell Pool

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Broad Rock Community Center 4615 Ferguson Lane | 804-646-8824 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

Broad Rock Sports Complex 4801 Old Warwick Road Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Calhoun Community Center 436 Calhoun Street | 804-646-4083 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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Cannon Creek Nature Area

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Canoe Run Park 600 W. 22nd Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Chandler Playground 201 E. Brookland Park Blvd.

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Charlie D. Sydnor Playground

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Chimborazo Park 3201 East Broad Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Chimborazo Playground 3000 E. Grace Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Chimborazo Roundhouse 3400 East Grace Street Operating Hours: By Rental Only

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Conrad Street Mini Park

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

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Creighton Court Community Center 2101 Creighton Road | 804-646-4511 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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3412 Ryburn Road Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Fairmount Pool 2000 U Street | 804-646-3831 Summer Operating Hours: 1 - 8 p.m. | M-F Noon - 5 p.m. | Sat 1 - 5 p.m. | Sun

Fonticello Park 2813 Bainbridge Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Forest Hill Park Stone House Old Rhoades Estate House Operating Hours: By Rental Only

Gaither-Beard Field 2120 Fendall Avenue Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Gilles Creek Park 4425 Williamsburg Avenue Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Henderson Softball Complex 500 Forest Lawn Drive Operating Hours: By Rental Only

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Hickory Hill Community Center 3000 Belt Blvd. | 804-646-7934 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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Holly Street Playground

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Hotchkiss Field Community Center 701 E. Brookland Park Blvd. | 804-646-4466 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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Humphrey Calder Community Center 414 N. Thompson Street | 804-646-1780 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

James River - Ancarrow's Landing 1308 Bander Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

James River - Belle Isle 500 Tredegar Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

James River - Great Shiplock Park

James River - Nature and Visitors Center

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James River - Pony Pasture & Wetlands 6700 Riverside Drive Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

James River - Pump House Park 1800 block of Pump House Drive Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Linwood Robinson Senior Center

Lombardy Street Triangle 301 N. Lombardy Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Luck's Field

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Monroe Park 719 W. Franklin Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Montrose Heights Playground 2022 Fenton Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Moore Street Tot Lot 1846 Moore Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Powhatan Hill Pool 1000 Apperson Street | 804-646-3595 Summer Operating Hours: 1 - 8 p.m. | M-F Noon - 5 p.m. | Sat 1 - 5 p.m. | Sun

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Randolph Pool 1507 Grayland Avenue | 804-646-1329 Summer Operating Hours: 1 - 8 p.m. | M-F Noon - 5 p.m. | Sat 1 - 5 p.m. | Sun

Riverside Park | North Bank Trail 721 S. Pine Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Riverview Cemetery 1401 S. Randolph Street | 804-646-1291 Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily Office Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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3000 Grant Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Smith-Peters Playground 900-1000 Catherine Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Southampton Playground 3333 Cheverly Road Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Summer Hill Park 2717 Alexander Avenue Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Thomas Jefferson Tot Lot 4100 W. Grace Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

Westhampton Green 519 Libbie Avenue Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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Third Avenue Tot Lot

COUNCIL DISTRICT

COMMUNITY ROOM

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2001 Ruffin Road | 804-646-8490 Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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Thomas B. Smith Community Center

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2401 E. Broad Street | 804-649-0263 Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

6255 Warwick Road | 804-646-1206 CLOSED FOR CONSTRUCTION

SKATE PARK

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Southside Community Center

CEMETERY

SPLASH PAD

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

POOL

PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

GYMASIUM

PICNIC SHELTER

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Rueger Field

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

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Westover Community Center 1301 Jahnke Road | 804-646-8995 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

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5401 Marian Street Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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COUNCIL DISTRICT

COMMUNITY ROOM

SKATE PARK

CEMETERY

SPLASH PAD

FACILITY RENTAL

TENNIS | PICKLEBALL COURTS

POOL

PLAYGROUND | TOT LOT

GYMASIUM

PICNIC SHELTER

VITA COURSE | WALKING TRAIL

Westwood Playground

OUTDOOR BAKSETBALL COURTS

ATHLETIC FIELD (Soccer, Football, Baseball)

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Whitcomb Court Community Center 2302 Carmine Street | 804-646-2988 Spring Operating Hours: Noon - 8 p.m. | M-F Summer Operating Hours: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | M-F

William Byrd Park 600 S. Arthur Ashe Blvd Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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William Byrd Park Roundhouse 800 S. Davis Avenue Operating Hours: By Rental Only

Woodville Pool 2305 Fairfield Avenue | 804-646-3834 Summer Operating Hours: 1 - 8 p.m. | M-F Noon - 5 p.m. | Sat 1 - 5 p.m. | Sun

Yancy Street Tot Lot 1900 North Avenue Operating Hours: Dawn to Dusk daily

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