City of Syracuse
Announcements & News
GEARING UP FOR FALL
Fall programs are being populated in Recdesk as we speak...watch for new classes being added.
- *Adult Arts & Crafts Classes
- *Adult Fitness Classes - pickleball, yoga, Zumba, Fitness Circuit, disc golf
- *Aquatics - swim lessons (adult and youth) and adult water exercise classes
- Community Center Youth Memberships
- FootGolf Tournament at Sunnycrest Park
- Lifeguard Training Pre-requisite Classes
- Youth Fall Tennis Clinic
*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.
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
Outdoor Pool Updates:
- All outdoor pools are closed for the season. Thanks for a great season - see you next year!
Learn to Swim or Try a Water Exercise Class!
Registration opens HERE - When? See below:
- City residents: Thursday, September 12 at 4 p.m.
- Nonresidents: Friday, September 13 at 4 p.m.
Lessons begin September 17 at Valley Pool. Learn more at syr.gov/swimlessons
Water Exercise classes begin September 14. Learn more at syr.gov/waterexercise
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
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:
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!
- Kirk Park Community Center, 300 W. Borden Ave, 13205 | 315-473-2799 | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Magnarelli Community Center, 2300 Grant Blvd., 13208 | 315-473-2673 | 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. for ages 13 to 19
- Schiller Park Community Center, 223 Whitwell Dr., 13203 | 315-473-4780 | 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Westmoreland Community Center, 130 Westmoreland Ave, 13224 | 315-448-8293 | 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wilson Park Community Center, 1117 S. McBride Street, 13202 | 315-473-6828 | 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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.