Announcements & News

AQUATICS INFORMATION

Indoor Pool Updates:
  • Valley Pool is open! View the hours at syr.gov/valleypool
  • Southwest Pool is now anticipated to open mid-October 
 
Learn to Swim!
 

Fall 2024 Quick Session: Classes are 30 minutes, twice a week, between 6 to 7:30 p.m. @Valley Pool 4942 South Salina St. 13205

Tuesdays & Thursdays, beginning 11/21/24 at Valley Pool. 

Registration opens HERE - When? See below:
  • City residents: Thursday, November 14 at 4 p.m.
  • Nonresidents: Friday, November 15 at 4 p.m.
Learn more at syr.gov/swimlessons
 
 
Become a Lifeguard!
  • Fees waived for City Residents who intend on working one summer season for us with a minimum of 20 hours per a week. City Resident class fee: $25.00 Non-City Resident class fee: $75.00 Pre-requisite swim tests are taking place NOW! Sign up HERE. Learn more about becoming a lifeguard at syr.gov/becomealifeguard 
 
For more information, email blopes@syr.gov or jayala@syr.gov, or call the City of Syracuse Department of Parks & Recreation at 315-473-4330.

GEARING UP FOR FALL

Fall programs are being populated in Recdesk as we speak...watch for new classes being added.

*Be sure to use the filter function to find a program that works best for you. Questions? Email syracuseparks@syr.gov and we will connect you with the appropriate contact. 
 
Be advised information is subject to change without notice. 

COMMUNITY EVENT LISTINGS

 For a listing of City of Syracuse community events happening in or around the parks, visit https://syr.gov/events.

Please note - permitted events are only listed after the completion of the permit process/approval and with the permission of the event organizer. 

PLAY PICKLEBALL WITH US!

Interested in learning how to play pickleball?  Find and register for upcoming classes HERE. For questions about upcoming pickleball classes, email Trevor Wallace at twallace@syr.gov. 
 
Seniors, age 55 and older, can play pickleball at the Armond Magnarelli Community Center, 2300 Grant Blvd, 13208, Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Free with a membership. Enroll HERE.  For questions, email Dave Bardenett at dbardenett@syr.gov. 

YOUTH RECREATION COMMUNITY CENTERS

Through the operation of neighborhood community centers, the City of Syracuse provides daily recreational opportunities for local youth from a number of city neighborhoods. Drop-in recreation is free of charge and may include a variety of fun, engaging activities and games designed to keep both the body and mind active! All activities are led by experienced recreation staff, qualified volunteers, or program partners. Drop-in recreation is open to city youth ages 7-13. Programs for older teens are available where noted.
Programs and activities may include:
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Kids Cafe Hot Meals 
  • Homework Help and academic tutoring
  • 4-H Club activities with Cornell Cooperative Extension
  • Daily physical activity through sports, active games, fitness classes and more!
Space may be limited, and drop-in capacity may be reached at a site on any given day. Some programs require advanced registration. Don't miss out on any of the fun! 

HOW TO CREATE A RECDESK USER ACCOUNT

To register for activities, classes, programs, leagues etc. create a Recdesk user account click HERE. For assistance on setting up an account click HERE.  To make changes to your account, call the Parks' main office at 315-473-4330 or email SyracuseParks@syrgov.net.   
 
Visa, Mastercard and Discover are accepted payments for online registration.  A 2.75%, non-refundable, transaction fee applied to each credit card transaction. To view our refund policy visit Parks & Recreation Department Refund Policy – City of Syracuse
 
Be sure to check back often to view our activities, classes, programs, leagues etc. under "Programs" on the navigation bar above. Golf season passes and community center memberships can be found under "Memberships" on the navigation bar above.  

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