Registration for summer programs is going on now! This summer, we have something for everyone, including tot classes, swimming lessons, dance and fitness classes for adults, and a wide array of programs for seniors. Click here for more information on how to register and to search for a class.
The City has announced plans to host the Street Soccer USA West Coast Cup, a tournament to raise awareness for homelessness and bridge the gap between our various communities, in June. The tournament will include homeless teams from cities across the nation, playing and competing with corporate teams. The San … Continue reading
90 % of our staff will be in re-certification training during the week of May 28th to 31st. Our pools will be on a limited schedule that will vary greatly from both the spring and summer schedules. We will have the pools open with a limited staff. This will mean limited hours, … Continue reading
Teen and young adult singers, dancers, acrobats, magicians… If you have talent, join us for our second Rec Idol talent competition this summer. Winners receive cash prizes and studio recording time. Register now through June 30
Summer Program Registration is Saturday May 18,2013 at 10:00 am. You can come to Moscone or go to www.sfreconline.org. We are offering a variety of tiny tot, summer camps, athletics, senior and adult programming.
Bring your racket or paddle and enjoy a game of badminton or table tennis from 9am-3pm. If you don’t have equipment, no excuses not to come out and play. Equipment can be borrowed on site with an ID.
San Francisco Public Library and San Francisco Recreation and Park Present The Bubble Lady at George R. Moscone Recreation Center Rebecca Nile will astound children and adults with her amazing bubble creations.
Hi Folks – Overall, the project is now about 30% complete. Recently, the construction crew has been busy working on the new retaining walls for the tennis courts. Soon, you can expect to see more grading as we start to construct the new tennis courts. The contractor has also been hard at work inside … Continue reading
Join us for open gym tomorrow 9:00 am to 4:30pm! Get out and play!
Are you looking for a indoor play space to escape the fog and mist? Stop by Moscone Tuesdays to Friday and take advantage of our Tot Play Time from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm or our open basketball gym form 3:00pm to 9:00 pm.
Great news! The California Coastal Commission voted unanimously today to uphold the permit for the Beach Chalet Athletic Field renovation project at the West End of Golden Gate Park, perhaps the most vetted public project in Rec and Park history. The Commission’s vote means the renovation project can move forward … Continue reading
It’s time to play ball! Our FREE Junior Giants Baseball Program registration begins Saturday, May 11 at 10:00am! Sign up online at www.sportssignup.com.
Join us for free arts and craft activities and live music! We will be hosting a Art & Music Donation Drive! Requested donations: Art supplies, craft supplies, fabric, framed artwork, frames, sewing/knitting supplies, sculptures, musical instruments, sheet music, tapes, records, CDs, electronic instruments, stereos, record players, recording devices, and other audio … Continue reading
Have you checked out San Francisco Recreation and Parks summer day camp offerings? Art In The Park is a non-competitive camp for creative expression. Students attend three art classes each morning. On Friday, campers visit local Golden Gate Park museums and attractions to practice drawing techniques. There is an Art Show … Continue reading
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Set up your account at https://sfrg-sanfranrecnpark.sportssignup.com and register for your team and practice time on May 11th! Continue reading
On Saturday May 11, 2013, Rossi pool will be closed to the public. Rossi pool will be hosting 3208 lifeguard interviews and water performance testing. The pool will be open for its normal schedule the following Saturday(May 18). We appreciate your understanding in this matter as we gear up for … Continue reading
From Tuesday, May 28 to Friday May 31st, 2013, all RPD swimming pools will be closed for mandatory staff re-certification training. During this week we will have limited pool hours with minimal staffing during the early mornings and afternoons/evenings. These limited schedules will be posted May 10, 2013, as we are currently working to … Continue reading
Mobile Recreation is excited to roll into Minnie and Lovie Ward Recreation Center, this Saturday April 13, from 10:30am-2:00pm. Get ready to ride the Freshpark ramps, rails and manual pads on our BMX bikes and skateboards. RPD staff will be on hand to teach beginner’s the basics of kick-turns, fakies, … Continue reading
The Pool locker room work (first phase) is substantially complete. (see attached pics) The second and final Phase of the Pool Improvements have commenced. Demolition of the existing concrete slab is complete. Contractor is now trenching for new slot drains and new main drains. A brand new pool recirculation piping and pump … Continue reading
This morning, our stationary engineers discovered that the heat/exchange unit at Balboa Pool was down. After working on it during the morning, they recently finished its repair, but the pool is currently 76 degrees. We expect the pool temperature to rise over the next twenty four hours, but as of this moment it is … Continue reading
On Sunday, April 7 the stationary engineers discovered that the feeding system for the children’s pool, the small pool, was not working. This is resulted in chlorine levels dropping below state-mandated levels. Therefore the pool is closed until we’re able to resolve this issue. We apologize for the inconvenience.
On Sunday, April 7, the stationary engineers discovered the Dehumidifying unit not working. As a result, the humidity at Sava pool is a bit high. We apologize for the inconvenience, and we hope to have it resolved. The pool will remain open during its normal operational hours, while the unit … Continue reading
On Sunday, April 7 the stationary engineers discovered an internal leak in the boiler unit at Coffman pool. The unit had to be shut down, while the engineers discover the source of the leak, order parts, and repair the unit. During this time, the pool cannot be heated. Currently, the … Continue reading
Car-free Saturdays along portions of JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park begin Saturday, April 6, 2013. Every Saturday through September, JFK Drive, from Tea Garden Drive (near 8th Avenue) to Transverse Drive, will be closed to vehicular traffic, allowing for bicyclists, walkers, joggers, skaters and others to enjoy a wide … Continue reading
Summer is just a couple of short months away. Have you made plans for your kids this summer? Discover what’s in store for your child this summer, including more than 70 different day camps— traditional camps like Silver Tree and Pine Lake, as well as new camps like Lacrosse and … Continue reading
On Saturday, March 23,2013 Moscone was filled with families decorating cookies, dyeing eggs, playing old fashioned carnival games, hunting for eggs and so much more! Special thanks to all who participated in making this a fun and exciting community event!
Over the past year, the aquatics division reorganized itself in an effort to maximize our efficiency and provide more hours of operation. Over that time we increased our total hours, and went from having one swimming pool open on Sundays to having five swimming pools open. This entailed changing staff … Continue reading
Garfield pool is scheduled to host a San Francisco Unified School District dual meet. This meet is scheduled to begin at 4 PM. Swim meets can vary in length with factors such as swim team size and number of events affecting the length. The possibility exists that the meet could … Continue reading
The San Francisco Recreation & Park Department with its partners, MLK Blue Dolphins and STARS (San Francisco Boys and Girls Club) hosted the City Invitational age group swim meet at Martin Luther King Jr. swimming pool. Over two days, 300 participants with their families, enjoyed a fantastically successful swim … Continue reading
Senior Get-a-way to Camp Mather 2013 55 and better! Camp Dates: August 18-22, 2013 (Sunday-Thursday) In Person Lottery Sign Up Registration Dates: 4/22,4/23,4/24,4/25,4/26,4/27,4/29,4/30,5/1,5/2,5/3 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in the front office of The Golden Gate Park Senior Center (6101 Fulton Avenue, SF CA 94121) Price: Residents: $273 Non-Residents: $306 Please, call Katherine … Continue reading
The first phase of the work (Pool Locker Room Improvements) is approximately 75% complete and it is expected to be complete by Mid March so that the Pool Deck and systems can commence right away.Tile work is ongoing, fixture installation will commence next, interior to follow afterwards. Exterior stucco work will … Continue reading
San Francisco Recreation and Park Department, M.L.K. Blue Dolphins, and San Francisco Boys and Girls Club are co-hosting the City Invitational age group swim meet at Martin Luther King Jr. Swimming Pool on March 2 & 3, 2013. The pool will be closed to the public for swimming on those … Continue reading
Project is 65% complete. Contractor continues to make progress on duct work, wall framing, exterior sheating and wall insulation. Steel window repairs are also ongoing. Plaster repairs are also underway on the exterior. The strutural steel work is proceeding on the addition, contractor is also prepping tp pour structural slab … Continue reading
Thanks to the over 1,800 families who applied for the upcoming Camp Mather season! Until we are finished processing all reservations, we are not able to let you know if you received a reservation. We hope to mail out rental information in mid-March, and our goal is for all families … Continue reading
Due to a programming error, Coffman pool will remain open through Thursday, February 14, 2013. The pool will close on Friday, February 15, 2013 for its annual pool maintenance closure. The pool is scheduled to close on Tuesday, February 12, 2013. We are happy we were able to remain open … Continue reading
The San Francisco City Golf Championship, the oldest consecutively- played golf tournament in the world, will begin with the Men’s Open at Lincoln Park Golf Course on Saturday, February 9, 2013. Pairings for February 9th and future days can be found on the San Francisco City Golf Championship website Continue reading
This February, come see Rec and Park’s Young People’s Teen Musical Theatre Company’s production of “Godspell“, the gospel of St. Matthew told through hippie characters living in New York City in the late-1960s and early-1970s. TICKETS: $15 general; $10 student/seniors can be purchased brownpapertickets.com. For more information, click here, or … Continue reading
Lottery registration closes February 8 for all camp sessions. Have a family member with a disability? We invite you to register for any familily session, but we encourage you to consider Inclusion Week. We’ll have trained staff and enhanced activities, to help ensure the best inclusive experience for your family! … Continue reading
Just a quick update on progress at Mission Phase 1- Locker Room improvements: This phase of the work is approximately 58% complete and it is expected to be completed in Spring 2013 so that the Pool Deck and systems can commence soon after. Roof blocking work is complete, interior framing … Continue reading
Hi folks, As you might have noticed, starting last week, the renovation project is underway! The project is anticapated to be completed in November of 2013, assuming no additional delays. As a reminder, major improvements include: a new children’s play area that will be almost twice as large as the … Continue reading
Join us at India Basin 10:30am-2:00pm on Saturday, January 12, 2013. Free Kayaking and a Mobile Rock Wall will be waiting and ready to conquer. Get Out And Play!
Hi folks, Just in case you notice and were wondering, there will be some work on one area of the trails in Glen Canyon Park, north of the rec center, called the “saddle area” It is north of the boardwalk and near the climbing rocks. It will see improvements beginning January 15, … Continue reading
Hi Everyone – The contractor hired to start the Glen Canyon Project will be starting construction activities Thursday, January 10th. At times, on Thursday January 10th and January 11th, and the week of January 14th tennis courts may be closed in order to protect park users during some work. It … Continue reading
We are happy to inform you that Garfield Pool will re-open on Thursday January 10th. We will open at our normally scheduled time of 6 AM. We received clearance from the DPH inspector to open. We will not be open, however, from 8:30 am to noon to complete some of … Continue reading
After over 16 months of construction, the Betty Ann Ong Chinese Recreation Center opened with great accolades with over 2,000 people attending the Grand opening in July 2012. For several decades, San Franciscans have enjoyed recreating at the Chinese Recreation Center, a heavily used facility in the heart of Chinatown. We … Continue reading
After a very wet winter December, construction crews are mobilized fully for the week starting Jan 7th 2013. Project is 55% complete. Seismic work in the Gym continues, roofing at the upper level is substantially complete. Hydronic heating installation have commenced, rough electric and plumbing is ongoing, Fire sprinkler installation … Continue reading
“We are sorry to inform everyone that Garfield Pool will not open on Tuesday, January 8th. We hope to have the pool open for Friday, January 11th early morning swim. Currently 4 of the 5 items outlined in the inspector’s report have been addressed and corrected. A part for pool installation is … Continue reading
Garfield pool will not be opening on January 6, 2013 as scheduled. Upon review of the completed work, the inspector did not feel that the progress was adequate to allow for the pool to be opened on Sunday. We are contacting people who are registered for swim lessons to inform … Continue reading
The free Mobile Recreation Unit is ready and rollin’ out for the New Year. Join us on Saturday, Jan 5th at the Crocker Amazon Club House from 10:30am – 2:00pm. The mobile Rockwall will be set up so you can get your climb on! We will bring the ramps … Continue reading
GlenPark Renovation Project – Project Update Meeting 1 7 13 Greetings and happy holidays from the Recreation and Park Department! We are looking forward to starting park renovation project at Glen Canyon Park. As you may have heard, the schedule has been delayed from the original start date of October … Continue reading
Hi Everyone, Another update - the appellant withdrew their re-hearing request today, so there is no hearing tonight, I am very sorry if you got this news too late, and already left for City Hall. I heard late in the day myself. The appeals board ’s vote of 4-0 to deny the appeal, is now … Continue reading
It is important for you to read the 2013 Changes and 2013 Camp Mather Rates and Regulations Camp Mather Lottery Registration Opens January 7, 2013 Closes February 8, 2013 Go to sfreconline.org to register starting January 7th. Camp Mather Calendar Week 1: June 1-June 8: Inclusion Week! During this … Continue reading
The Mobile Recreation Unit is preparing for an epic day at the Visitation Valley Playground, Kelloch-Velasco. Join us Saturday, Dec 8th 10:30am-2:00pm. We will bring the Mobile Rockwall, and set up the mini ramps, rails, and manual pads for the BMX & Skateboarding fans. Let’s Get Out & Play while the rains … Continue reading
We apologize for the current delay related to unforeseen conditions discovered during the pool renovation. The deterioration of the pool, building and the foundation systems were discovered to be in a more severe condition during the project. Additional replacements of locker room walls, pool deck, drain system, pool plumbing, and filtration … Continue reading
Hi Everyone, Here is the latest update: As you know, the appeals board voted 4-0 to deny the appeal on November 14th. The appellant had a 10 day period to file a re-hearing request. The last to file this request was November 26th. On that date, the appellant submitted a … Continue reading
Hi Everyone, Quick update about the appeals process. As you know, the appeals board voted 4-0 to deny the appeal, but the appellant had a 10 day period to file a re-hearing request. The last to file this request was November 26th. On that date, the appealant submitted a re-hearing … Continue reading
“Mobile Recreation is a new San Francisco Recreation & Park Department program funded by the Coca-Cola Foundation. The primary goal is to introduce youth to recreational activities that are fun, challenging, and encourage them to Get out and Play throughout their lifetimes. Recreational equipment will be transported to Recreation Centers, … Continue reading
Hi! For those of you who have visited the Aquatics page before, you might have noticed something different. It looks different. Over the coming months, we are making changes to this page to give you better and more timely information. To help you along, if you are looking for pool schedules, just … Continue reading
Currently we are working with Mayor’s Office on Disability to conduct much needed restroom access improvements. This has necessitated a longer closure period that the typical annual pool closure for general maintenance. The pool closed on November 17, 2012. The pool is projected to reopen on January 6, 2013. During this closure, we have moved … Continue reading
Hello my name is Rex Biteng and I’m the waterfront coordinator for the San Francisco Recreation & Parks Department. Our waterfront unit provides activities such as surfing, sailing, fishing, kayaking, skin diving, s.c.u.b.a., canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding (sup), and summer waterfront camps for kids. Check out our current activities guide … Continue reading
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Hello Everyone – As we have planned and communicated in flyers and elsewhere, we were planning on starting construction in mid October, this week on this project. However, on Monday an appeal was filed on the building permit that had been issued for the project. The permit and the project … Continue reading
Come to Scaregrove! Saturday, October 27, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Accessible Van Shuttle! Accessible hay rides! Visit SFRecPark.org for more info Accessible parking on Sloat Blvd. between 21st and 23rd Avenues. For more info on accessibility, please contact our Inclusion Coordinator, Vicky Pitner, … Continue reading
Hi everyone, As you may know, the Glen Canyon Park Renovation Project will begin soon! As a reminder, major improvements include: a new larger children’s play area, new tennis courts, improved park paths, an improved Elk Street entry, a new accessible restroom, new landscaping, and new heating in the Recreation … Continue reading
As part of the upcoming Park Renovation Project, today a number of trees around the lower portion of Glen Canyon Park were posted with notices that the tree will be removed as part of the renovation. As a reminder, this project, which came out of a two year community planning … Continue reading
The Chinese Recreation Center, known for years as Chinatown’s unofficial backyard, will reopen Saturday with a new name and a sparkling $21 million building, but the same commitment to providing a spot for sport, play and relaxation in one of the nation’s most densely populated communities. The center “is at … Continue reading
Connie Chan, SF Rec and Park 415-895-0689, connie.chan@sfgov.org BETTY ANN ONG CHINESE RECREATION CENTER OPENS IN CHINATOWN Investment in Recreation & Parks for San Francisco Families, Newest $21 Million Capital Improvement Project from the 2008 Parks Bond Completed San Francisco, CA—TodayMayor Edwin M. Lee joined Board of Supervisors President David … Continue reading
Apologies for our blog-writing hiatus! We’ve been busy finishing the design drawings for what is certain to be a fantastic renovation of Glen Canyon Park. Right now, we are completing the bid of the construction contract to a qualified construction company. We are on schedule to start construction on October. … Continue reading
This class focuses on the BASICS of functional forms of hand to hand combat athletics. Such as Kickboxing, Jiu-Jitsu, Judo, & submission wrestling to name a few. If you’re looking for a traditional martial art class then this class is NOT for you. This class is neither a wrestling club … Continue reading
Thank you for your continued interest and participation in the renovations at Glen Canyon Park—from attending community meetings to emailing your thoughtful comments. The completion of a series of productive and informative community meetings marks the end of the planning stage of the Glen Canyon Park Renovation project. The project … Continue reading
Session One Information Session I: (Sunday-Thursday) JUNE 3-7, 2012 Fees: SF Residents: $257 Non-Residents: $289 Theme: Under the Sea REGISTRATION for Bus Passengers & Drivers June 2012 (Session I) registration begins Thursday, March 1st to Friday, March 16 (12 Working Days) 10:00AM to 1:00PM In Person Registration ONLY (You must … Continue reading
